About Aldersgate

The Aldersgate United Methodist Church is a warm hearted Christian fellowship that encourages and helps all people to grow closer to God through Jesus Christ, to develop and use their diverse spiritual gifts, and to live according to His ways.

We encourage you to join us for worship this weekend!

 

You belong here.

In Person ServicesOnline Services

Our Mission & Vision

Transforming Lives and Serving Christ with Joy

At Aldersgate, all are welcome to connect, grow, serve, care, worship and give with us. You belong here!

Mission & Purpose

The mission of the Aldersgate United Methodist Church is to glorify God by sharing Christ’s transforming love, introducing Christ to those who do not know him, and inviting people to join us in becoming devoted followers of Christ serving in the world.

May God, the source of hope, fill you with all joy and peace by means of your faith in him, so that your hope will continue to grow by the power of the Holy Spirit. “

– Romans 15:13

Who We Are

Our Team & Leadership

We are a powerhouse of faith!

   Come and meet all the amazing people that make Aldersgate so special!

OUR CHURCH STAFF IS HERE TO SERVE

Office Hours:

Monday – Thursday 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM;
Friday 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Our Pastor: Rev. Yohang Chun

Our Pastor: Rev. Yohang Chun

My name is Yohang Chun and I have been called to serve as your pastor starting in July 2023. While I may be new to Aldersgate UMC, I bring with me a wealth of experiences and a deep passion for Christ and the church. I was born and raised in South Korea as a pastor’s kid, and my journey as a pastor led me to the United States in 2000 to pursue theological studies at Drew Theological Seminary. After graduating in 2003, I began my ministry, serving in pastoral roles in both a small church and a big congregation as an associate pastor. For the past 12 years, I have had the privilege of serving at First Oswego UMC (my third church), where I have grown alongside an incredible
community of faith.

Joining me in this new chapter of ministry is my wife, Joyce, who shares her strong passion for Christ and the church. Together, we have been blessed with two wonderful children, Melissa and Joshua, who are currently pursuing their own paths in college. We are excited to become part of the Aldersgate UMC family and to journey alongside you, worshiping, serving, and growing together in our faith.

I am humbled and honored to serve as your pastor, and I am committed to walking with you, listening to your stories, sharing in your joys and sorrows, and proclaiming the transformative love of Christ together.

I strongly believe that God has called us together as a community of faith for a specific purpose. As we embark on this journey together, let us remember that we are not alone. Our God is faithful, and He will guide and empower us to fulfill His mission in this place.

May we be a church that radiates the love of Christ, extending compassion, grace, and hope to those around us. Together, let us grow in our relationship with God, deepen our understanding of His Word, and reach out to our neighbors, both near and far, with the love of Christ.

In the coming weeks, I will be reaching out to you to introduce myself and to learn more about you and your hopes and dreams for our shared ministry. I ask for your prayers as I prepare to join you, and I promise to keep you in my prayers as well.

 

Enoch Renzha

Enoch Renzha

Pastor of African Ministries

Doug Hess

Doug Hess

Pastor of Visitation

Rhonda Simonelli

Rhonda Simonelli

Children's Ministry Co-Director

Brian Winter

Brian Winter

Youth Director and Children's Ministry Co-Director

David Rogenmoser

David Rogenmoser

Choir Director

drogenmoser@aumcgreece.org

Brandon Kelley

Brandon Kelley

Choir Director and Contemporary Worship Lead

bkelley@aumcgreece.org

Kaori Winter

Kaori Winter

Organist

Diana Jason

Diana Jason

Administrative Assistant

United Methodist Church Beliefs & Values

The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Local churches and extension ministries of the Church provide the most significant arenas through which disciple-making occurs.

Rationale

The mission of the Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by proclaiming the good news of God’s grace and by exemplifying Jesus’ command to love God and neighbor, thus seeking the fulfillment of God’s reign and realm in the world. The fulfillment of God’s reign and realm in the world is the vision Scripture holds before us. The United Methodist Church affirms that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, the Savior of the world, and the Lord of all. As we make disciples, we respect persons of all religious faiths and we defend religious freedom for all persons.

Process

We make disciples as we:

—proclaim the gospel, seek, welcome and gather persons into the body of Christ;

—lead persons to commit their lives to God through baptism by water and the spirit and profession of faith in Jesus Christ;

—nurture persons in Christian living through worship, the sacraments, spiritual disciplines, and other means of grace, such as Wesley’s Christian conferencing;

—send persons into the world to live lovingly and justly as servants of Christ by healing the sick, feeding the hungry, caring for the stranger, freeing the oppressed, being and becoming a compassionate, caring presence, and working to develop social structures that are consistent with the gospel; and

—continue the mission of seeking, welcoming and gathering persons into the community of the body of Christ.

Global

The Church seeks to fulfill its global mission through the Spirit-given servant ministries of all Christians, both lay and clergy. 

In covenant with God and with each other:

  • We affirm our unity in Christ, and take faithful steps to live more fully into what it means to be a worldwide church in mission for the transformation of the world.
  • We commit ourselves to crossing boundaries of language, culture, and social or economic status. We commit ourselves to be in ministry with all people, as we, in faithfulness to the gospel, seek to grow in mutual love and trust.
  • We participate in God’s mission as partners in ministry, recognizing that our God-given gifts, experiences, and resources are of equal value, whether spiritual, financial, or missional.
  • We commit ourselves to full equity and accountability in our relationships, structures, and responsibilities for the denomination.
  • We enter afresh into a relationship of mutuality, creating a new sense of community and joyously living out our worldwide connection in our mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

F.A.Q.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there someone that will greet visitors?

Yes! Absolutely! One of our ushers will greet you at the door and hand you a bulletin. Please feel free to ask for assistance, directions to the restrooms, etc We are ALL here to welcome and assist you.

Is your church handicapped accessible?

Yes. There are handicapped parking spots reserved in front of the church. Inside we have an elevator and handicapped accessible bathroom. Our sanctuary has wide aisles that can accommodate wheelchairs. We utilize a loop for those who are hard of hearing and have a t-switch on their hearing aids. We offer large screens that broadcast the service and microphones are used. Our sermons are printed for those that have difficulty seeing the screens.

Is free parking available?

All parking is free

How will I know if worship is cancelled due to inclement weather?

If worship service is cancelled or postponed due to inclement weather, an announcement will be posted on our website and social media accounts as soon as the decision is made. However, we encourage all visitors to exercise caution when making the decision to travel in inclement weather.

Can non-members attend a worship service?

Yes! All are welcome in the United Methodist Church. During this worship service we hope you have experienced God’s loving presence, forgiveness, encouragement, and hope. If you would like to devote your life to the Way of Christ, and/or make Aldersgate United Methodist your church home, we invite you to discuss your intentions with one of our Pastors after the service, or call our office during the week at 585-663-3665.

Share This