Our Vision: To Be the Breath of God in Community
Our Values: Loving God, Serving Others, Welcoming All
Attend one of our services or activities! If you are a Pentwater resident who hasn't yet attended or you are a Pentwater guest, you'll discover that we are a friendly, open, caring community and we'll make sure that you feel at home. It doesn't matter if you aren't a member or you are just dropping in. You don't have to be dressed a certain way or have money for an offering! Churched or never been to church, Methodist or any other religious affiliation - everyone is always welcome. Bring your family, bring your guests, and bring your friends. Just join in! We think you will be glad you did!
When Summer is Here - So Is Worship on the Green
We lead a worship service on the Village Green every Sunday at 9:30 am mid-June through Labor Day in the heart of beautiful downtown Pentwater. The service is always a refreshing experience when we are able to worship outdoors. Delight as the birds sing with us!
Our Mission
Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for The Transformation of the World.
Our Vision
To be a Breath of God in our Community.
Our Values
Loving God, Serving Others, Welcoming All
We Go Back A Ways!
The Centenary United Methodist Church is the oldest church in Pentwater and was built in 1867. It burned down in 1875 during the town fire. The church was rebuilt with bricks from the Middlesex Brick and Tile Company (incorporated July of 1883) located on Lake Road near the present dead-end sign. Hence the yellow Pentwater brick. Here are some older photos depicting our church: Top: 1940. Middle: 1923. Bottom: 1906.
1940
Main Street 1923. Church Steeple rises above treeline at the right end of the street
1906 - Church Steeple rises just above treeline on left end of picture
About United Methodist Church
The Centenary United Methodist Church is part of the relational United Methodist Church. As such, we share the same beliefs and worship as all other United Methodist Churches. Here are some links that will answer most of your questions about us.
Our Story - The History of the Church
The Church's Structure & Organization
Funding & Giving
Four Areas of Focus
Beloved ones, if God loved us so much, we ought to love one another also.
I John 4:11