For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord,
“plans to prosper you and not to harm you,
plans to give you hope and a future – Jeremiah 29:11

For the past few years there have been ongoing discussions regarding the future of the broader denomination of the United Methodist Church. Our beloved Founding Pastor Robert Hasley first gathered a group of lay leaders years ago to help shepherd the church to a decision when the moment arose. After hundreds of hours of research and discussions, the lay leadership of St. Andrew has reached a decision. St. Andrew will disaffiliate from the United Methodist Church and will not affiliate with any other existing Methodist denomination. St. Andrew will remain Methodist with the same Wesleyan theology. We will be named St. Andrew Methodist and operate over a period as an independent Methodist Church while seeking partnerships and accountability with other like-hearted churches. Just as we have been since our founding in 1986, we will stay focused on our mission as a Methodist Church to create passionate disciples of Jesus Christ and remain Biblically-based, Christ-centered, and Grace-filled. Our program, our services, and our people will remain the same. This decision will allow us to serve with grace, dignity, and an accountable structure necessary to carry our congregation and the communities we serve into the future.

Motion To Approve Settlement Terms And Final Disaffiliation From The UMC, click here.