Welcome!

St. Paul's UMC wants to allow you to worship in a way and time that is convenient to you! Join us in person for a 10am worship service, on our YouTube live stream. Services are archived there, and will be available for viewing promptly after YouTube processes them. Weekly services and scripture are available on our Online Worship page.
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Special Events

Special Events Our facility is well maintained for congregational and public use. The Fellowship Hall is a multi-purpose space ideal for family gatherings, special events, work shops, etc. The sanctuary offers a holy space for praise and prayer, and we would be delighted to worship alongside you on Sunday morning as well as during a wedding or funeral. Please call the church of...
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Giving

The United Methodist Committee on Relief The United Methodist Committee on Relief  is the humanitarian relief and development agency of The United Methodist Church.  UMCOR has active projects around the world in the areas of disaster response; water, sanitation and hygiene; sustainable agriculture; and development. When there is a crisis or natural disaster, your generous suppo...
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Prayers and Support

Stephen’s Ministry: St. Paul’s members are some of the most caring and compassionate you will ever meet, and we want to be here to walk with you wherever the journey of faith and life takes you. We are blessed to have dedicated Stephen Ministry caregivers who are willing to share their gifts and time to provide high quality, confidential, Christ centered care to people who are ...
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Child Care and Youth Ministry

Our Youngest Members Children's Church Twice a month we offer post worship Sunday School activities for all of God's children. Health and Safety Precautions We have taken great care to ensure your health and safety while you're in our building. We have an AED and multiple first aid kits on site, and our church members are trained in the event that an emergency or medical res...
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Mission / Service

St. Paul’s has two active and vital community partnerships. Hamilton Early Childhood Center A preschool located within the Kentwood Public School district. There are plenty of ways to get involved and help a child learn: donate books  and school supplies; read in the library; volunteer at an event or in a classroom or on the playground; work on art projects for the teachers o...
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Worship

What to expect What’s a “United Methodist”? United Methodists are followers of Jesus Christ. Our Church belongs to the Protestant arm of Christianity, and has some unique characteristics that set us apart from other denominations and religious groups. We believe in the Triune God as our Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer who is actively pursuing a relationship with us. We believe...
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I’m New

Welcome! The welcome is wide. Whether you're a life long United Methodist, looking for a new church home, or exploring the faith, we would be blessed to get to know you! Like us on Facebook Click the link below to go to our Facebook page. Contact Us If you have any questions, please let us know!  You can call 616-949-0880 or email grstpaulsumc@gmail.com. Directions The church...
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