Our Mission & Vision

Love God. Love Others. Share God’s Love.

At Faith United Methodist Church, our purpose is simple: to follow Jesus Christ, grow together in faith, and share God's love through the way we live, serve, and care for others.

We want to be a church where everyone can find a place to belong, a place to grow, and opportunities to make a difference.


Our Mission

Making Disciples. Transforming the World.

As part of The United Methodist Church, we share the mission:

“To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.”

At Faith UMC, we live out that mission by helping people develop a deeper relationship with Christ through worship, prayer, Scripture, fellowship, service, and discipleship.

Our mission calls us beyond Sunday morning—to carry our faith into our homes, neighborhoods, workplaces, and community.

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Our vision is to be a welcoming, Christ-centered community where people of all ages can know God, grow in faith, build meaningful relationships, and serve others.

We seek to be a church that:

  • Loves God through worship, prayer, and spiritual growth.

  • Loves Others by creating a caring and welcoming community.

  • Shares God's Love through missions, outreach, generosity, and service.

We want the Clay community and beyond to experience the love of Christ not only through what we say, but through what we do.

A Church Living Its Faith

Our Vision

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Living Our Mission Together

Our mission and vision aren't simply statements on a page. They come alive through people.

Every worship service, Bible study, small group, prayer gathering, youth activity, mission project, meal served, and act of kindness is another opportunity to live out our calling.

Whether you've been following Christ for years or are just beginning to explore faith, we invite you to be part of what God is doing at Faith UMC.

Love God. Love Others. Share God’s Love.

There's a Place for You

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