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02/27/11
sad by the lost chances--hopeful to future
by orrn at Citysearch
Upon reading all the reviews, I find myself realizing that not everyone will have a perfect experience at every church. I CAN honestly say this church has filled a need in myself, my family, and our needs to figure out who we are and why are we here? You get out of it what you put into it. From what I could see from all the reviews, is that people will continue to care for you as long as you keep them up to date on your happenings. You can't expect people to be mind readers. BUT, we are only human. As this church has had turnover, one to retirement, one to a calling in his aging parents hometown, we have nurturing and compassionate leaders here. We are blessed and are finding ourselves moving forward and changing as churches these days MUST do. We are not a Monster Church, but our numbers are strong and doing things for the right reasons. To Honor Him and praise Him. Yes, there are elders here on committees ( how valuable they are!), but they have often said it's time for new ideas and new visions, while maintaining and lifting up HIS name and HIS works. I am a long-standing member that has grown up here, married here, lost a parent here, had 2 babies here and my cup has overflowed with HIS blessings in my life. Consider joing us to see what He can do for you here at CUMC!
12/21/09
A Great Church Family
by CUMC member at Citysearch
This church is my home!! There is no other place I want to be!! When my daughter was extremely ill and in hospital for 10 days, this church came together! My church family prayed, gave us strength, sat with us, made us meals, etc.. We never felt alone in one of the hardest time of our lives. When my husbands mother passed away, so many people made the long journey to be with us. This shows the true belief in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Our church has awesome children's and youth programs!! Along with numberous adult programs. I have grown in my relationship with my Savior because of my church family. I praise God for them everyday!!!
If you want a warm, loving place to worship Jesus Christ and grow in your relationship with him, this is the place to be!!
- Pros: I can be who I am here
- Cons: none
12/21/09
Wonderful music program for all ages!
by dkcampbell at Citysearch
I ment to post this a week ago after the wonderful Christmas music worship experience of the CUMC Cantata! This music leader and choir are awesome and I felt very moved when it was over. Every Sunday, they have a praise band at the early service (8:45) and their adult choir sings at the Traditional service which starts at 11:00am. You won't find a better example of dedicated and talented people anywhere around this area.
Every one of the members, make you feel like a family member and welcome you with open arms. If you are looking to go someplace that has a fantastic music program and leadership, this is the place to go!
- Pros: largest choir in the immediate area
- Cons: Can't think of any!
12/21/09
Small Church Feel w/ Growth in Mind
by Joyful Rooster at Citysearch
CUMC is a welcoming, non-judgemental place to worhsip and fellowship with other believers. There are many opportunities to grow in your faith from Sunday School, Wednesday night classes, weekly bible study and prayer groups. The children's program is awesome, providing a spiritual atmoshere that any child would feel loved, accepted and excited about Jesus. CUMC is a perfect balance between tradition and contemporary worship. If you are looking for a bridge between denominations, this is the choice.
- Pros: Perfect for worshipers looking for a balance.
- Cons: Still working on ways to reach out to non believers.
09/23/09
Nice place to grow
by Fisherman at Citysearch
Great place to hide and grow quietly in your faith in your own time (get your head straight ;) ) while learning from GREAT CHRISTIAN examples around you. No arm twisting- just comfort and love and great examples set in front of you. EVENTUALLY no matter how "unworthy" you think you are when you first showed up, later at some point you'll want to get off your butt in your own time and do something about your faith. You really learn what grace is here. If you you don't know, look it up.
So many members are such great examples, it's hard not to learn from them.
The denomination is set up purposely to shift pastor locations every 2 to 4 four years maximum, so if you come from a denomination where the pastor is the lifelong anchor of your church, this isn't for you. It works because frankly- I have loved every single one of our pastors since 1990 when I first visited.
If you don't like to sing (I can't), well the sermons are worth the wait. ;) And the choir is awesome and sometimes down-right jaw dropping.
The present pastor is kind, soft spoken and highly intelligent. His sermons are to the point, smart, highly persuasive and thought provoking.
Younger congregation made up mostly of families with young children (ages 5 to 16) with another portion of grandparents and older couples.
While no church fits right for everyone, this one made me who I am today and I, and my friends and family are grateful.
If you are trying to figure out what your purpose in life really is and are a bit wandering lately, this is a great place to figure it out. If you have a family and want the best setting to raise a family among great christian examples, I can't imagine a better place. If you want to drive home with the radio unexpectedly off, because something the preacher or someone said is really making you think, this is a good place.
Good luck in you search. God will find you no matter what you choose.
- Pros: Awesome congregation
- Cons: Pastor shifting and Grace may be a culture shock for some
