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Newman United Methodist Church
132 N.E. "B" Street
Grants Pass, Oregon 97526

Web address:  http://www.gbgm-umc.org/newman-umc/
E-mail: newmanumc@aol.com
Phone: 541 479-5369

Office Hours:    M-F, 8:30 - 12:30
                          Sun, 10:15 - 12:15 (School months)

Pastor: Rev. Melissa Harkness Haugen
Administrative Assistant: Charlene Burgess
Director of Youth and Children's Ministries: Sandy Contreras
Director of Music Ministries: Doug Bowes
Summer Nursery Staff:  Audrey Freudenberg
Secretary: Kellie Quinn
Organist:  Shirley Holzinger
Child Care Attendant: (Open).  If you are interested in this position, please contact the church office for more details.
Sunday Office Assistant: Charlotte Ashley
Custodians: Daniel & Jolie Wilson
 

What we believe

A Christian is a person who has chosen to follow the teachings of Jesus Christ.  A United Methodist believes that all people receive God's unconditional love and by that love are empowered to make the world a better place for this and future generations.  A member of Newman United Methodist Church regularly attends worship and is involved in the ministries of this faith community.  Members uphold the church through their prayers, presence, gifts, and service.

Becoming a Christian

A disciple of Jesus Christ is one who follows the Way, the Life, and the Light of God as revealed through Jesus. The key question is NOT< "Do you agree?" but "Will you join Me?"

There are many different stories in the Bible where Jesus asks people to follow him.  There is no one way that Jesus approaches us.  And, once the first disciples began to follow, they still experienced doubts, lapses, denial, betrayal.  Despite their failings, Jesus never gave up, but continued to love them, hold them, and say, "Let's pick up the pieces and see what we can make together; follow me!"

If you are considering following Jesus Christ, we encourage you to talk to our pastor or one of our lay leaders to help discern how God is calling you to be a follower of Jesus Christ.

Becoming a member

It is a privilege to be a church member, and we heartily welcome all who enter God's house.  The pastor is available to answer y our questions about the Christian faith and United Methodism and to provide details about this community of believers.

During the year, orientation classes are offered for individuals wishing to join or learn more about the Methodist Church. New members will then take their vows and be introduced during worship service.

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