St. Paul's United Methodist Church, located on Main Street (Rt. 575) in Port Republic, has played a continuous and vital role of Christian witness in Port Republic.
A Bible-believing church, it is our desire to minister spiritually to the people of Port Republic and surrounding communities. God has blessed us with facilities that enable us to meet the needs of infants through senior adults. One can enter the building via handicap ramp or steps. Once inside a lift is available to convey persons to the Sanctuary level. One of our rest rooms is wheelchair accessible. Our doors are open to all people.
Our Beliefs
... About God
God is the Creator and the Ruler of the universe. God has eternally existed in three
persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. These three are distinct inseparable,
one God.
Genesis 1:1,26,27; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; I Peter 1:2; II Corinthians 13:14
... About Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is the Son of God. He is co-equal with the God. He was born of the Virgin
Mary by the Power of the Holy Spirit. Jesus lived a sinless life and offered Himself as
the perfect sacrifice for the sin of all by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after
three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven's glory
and will return again to earth to reign as King of Kings, and Lord of Lords.
Matthew 1:18,22,23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5; John 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14,15; I Corinthians 15:3,4; Romans 1:3,4; Acts 1:9,11; I Timothy 6:14,15; Titus 2:13
... About the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is equal with Almighty God and the Son. The Spirit convinces the world of
sin and makes humankind aware of our need for Jesus Christ. Through the Spirit we are led
to accept Jesus as a personal Savior and encouraged to participate in the fellowship of the
Church. The Spirit provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual
truth, and guidance in doing what is right. The Christian seeks to live daily by being
guided by the Holy Spirit.
II Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13; Acts 1:8; John 14:16,17; I Corinthians 2:12,3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:1
... About the Bible
The Bible is God's Word to all humankind. It was written by human authors, under the
supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. The Bible is the supreme source of truth for
Christian beliefs and living.
II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:20,21; II Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105,160,12:6; Proverbs 30:5
... About Humanity
We are all made in the spiritual image of God, to be like God in character. We are the
supreme object of God's creation. Although humankind has tremendous potential for good,
we are marred by the attitude of disobedience toward God called sin. Humankind is
destitute of holiness and inclined to evil, which separates us from God.
Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1,2
... About Salvation
Salvation is a gift from God to humankind. We can never make up for our sin by
self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God's offer of
forgiveness can we be saved from sin's penalty.
Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8,9; John 14:6, John 1:12; Titus 3:5; Galatians 3:26; Romans 5:1
... About Sanctification
Sanctification is initiated at the moment of salvation. From that moment on the believer
walks with God and daily grows in grace and in more perfect obedience to God. A believer
grows to the place where they want to allow God to have full control over their lives.
When a person is sanctified the Holy Spirit empowers them to turn away from sin.
I Thessalonians 5:23,24; I Peter 15:16; John 14:15,16; Matthew 3:11; John 17:17-20 Romans 12:1,2
... About the Church
The Church is not a building but a community of all true believers under the leadership of
Jesus Christ. As our community of believers meet, we create a fellowship where the Word of
God is preached and the Sacraments are administered. Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit
we, the Church, exists to exalt God, to equip believers for ministry and to evangelize to
the world.
Psalm 99:5; Acts 2:40-47; Matthews 28:18-20; John 17:1-26; Ephesians 4:11-16
... About Eternity
We all were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God
by sin, or in union with God through forgiveness and salvation. The place of eternal
separation from God is called Hell. Heaven is the place of eternal union
and eternal life with God.
John 3:16; Romans 6:23; Revelation 20:15 (Hell); Matthew 25:41; Revelation 21:27 (Heaven)
Why We Exist as a Church
Mission Statement
The mission of St. Paul's United Methodist Church is to welcome all and to encourage each
one to be a follower of Jesus Christ.
Our Vision
Our vision is to be a Biblically functioning community of believers so that Christ
redemptive purposes can be accomplished in the world.
Purpose Statement
To Exalt God, To Equip the Church, and To Evangelize the World.