Do you want to join in the work of Christian unity?
Over the last several years, there has been a group of pastors and lay people from different churches in Beaver County who are committed to the work of racial reconciliation. The world is full of division. But we believe that through Christ at work in us the "dividing walls of hostility" are brought down. We are made one in Christ Jesus.
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The only child of two educators, I grew up in small towns in Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Southeast Ohio. I have always loved reading and music. I earned my BA in English from Clemson University and have an MA in Theater History and Criticism from Ohio University and an MS in Library and Information Studies from Florida State University. I was fortunate to spend almost 10 months in the former Soviet Republic of Georgia while completing a Fulbright research project on the transition of children's library services from Soviet to post-Soviet times. I then served as the Library Director of the Saefertown Area Public Library for over 7.5 years before leaving to complete my Master of Divinity at Harvard Divinity School. I am a firm believer in lifelong learning and love meeting new people.
I was baptized Catholic, but i have attended churches of different denominations and spent several years as a "spiritual seeker." I found my spiritual home in the United Methodist Church. When I began this journey toward becoming ordained, I believed I would go into extension ministry as a college or university chaplain. While I still feel a connection to this type of service, I have discovered a passion for working in churches as well. In my first appointment, I served six churches, though I had a quarter time pastor and a helf time pastor to help. Then, I was appointed to serve California UMC and First UMC in Brownsville. I feel blessed to walk with others on their spiritual paths as I continue my own journey.
Welcome Pastor Heather!
July 2025
Our New and Improved Contemporary
Service - 11:15 AM
We are excited to announce the launch of our newly revamped contemporary worship service, now called Faith Café! This new name reflects our desire to create a warm, welcoming space where everyone can come together in faith and fellowship.
What’s New at Faith Café?
We’ve made some changes that we believe will enhance your worship experience:
• A More Relaxed Setting: Faith Café has moved to a new location within our church, designed to be less formal and more inviting. Our goal is to create a space where you can connect with others and engage with the message
in a more personal way.
• Closer Connections: We’ve arranged the space to foster closer connections among attendees. Whether you’re a long-time member or a first-time visitor, you’ll find it easy to engage in meaningful conversations and share in the journey of faith together.
• Engaging Lessons: Our teachings at Faith Café are designed to be relevant and applicable to your daily life. We’ll explore the challenges and joys of living out our faith in today’s world, all within a supportive and loving community.
Join Us for Faith Café!
Faith Café meets every Sunday at 11:15 AM. Whether you’re seeking a fresh start or simply want to experience worship in a new way, we invite you to join us. Come as you are—there’s a place for you at Faith Café.
If you’re interested in a more traditional service, our Traditional Worship at 10:00 AM blends contemporary elements with the richness of our faith heritage. And for those looking to dive deeper into the Word, Adult Sunday School starts at 9:00 AM.
At Faith Community United Methodist Church, we’re committed to growing together in faith, love, and service. Faith Café is just one of the ways we’re working to create a space where everyone can feel at home.
Together, let’s make Faith Café a place where hearts are warmed, spirits are lifted, and lives are changed.
If those who 'gain all they can,' and 'save all they can,' will likewise 'give all they can;' then, the more they gain, the more they will grow in grace, and the more treasure they will lay up in heaven.