Chester United Methodist Church is a community in Christ who joins with other United Methodists in the mission to make disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Our vision is to be rooted in God, growing in Christ, and bearing fruit in the Spirit.
As disciples of Jesus Christ we believe in the true God and commit to Bible study and prayer that changes the way we live. We promise to nurture the spiritual formation of children, youth and adults, love and care for each other in tangible ways, and share Christ with the world through service. We pledge to be open, welcoming and accepting and commit ourselves to an outward and future focus executed with excellence, integrity and innovation.
United Methodists share a common heritage with Christians of every age and nation – that is Jesus Christ is Savior and Lord.
John Wesley once described “Methodists” as people who love God and neighbor. He was simply repeating the words of Jesus when asked about the most important commandments.
Methodism did not arise in response to a specific doctrinal dispute rather our founder, John Wesley, wanted people to experience the grace of God. He called people to then grow in that grace and share that grace with others in acts of service. The hallmark of United Methodist is faith and love put into practice. We call it a “practical divinity.”
