About Us

Chandler United Methodist Church is just one church in a community of over 1,200 United Methodist congregations throughout Indiana. We've made it our mission to serve and invest in our community in whatever capacity we can. As an active part of the Chandler community, we work hard to bring the message of who Jesus is to those around us.

Our core values include...

• Radical Hospitality
• Passionate Worship
• Intentional Faith Development
• Risk-Taking Mission and Service
• Extravagant Generosity

Much like the early 18th century Methodists, our general rules can be wrapped up in three main points – do no harm, do good, and stay in love with God.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church, the services we provide to our Chandler community, or what we believe, browse the pages of this website or contact us today.

Chandler Food Pantry

At Chandler United Methodist Church we believe that feeding the hungry is not just a beneficial service to our Chandler community, it's also a Biblical principle that we should strive to live by (Matthew 25:35).

Chandler United Methodist Church's food pantry is a faith-based agency that works to assist people in crisis and empower them to improve their current situation by moving out of poverty. Individuals that are looking to benefit from the food pantry service are encouraged to register and provide Chandler United Methodist Church with some basic information.

Chandler United Methodist Church's mission is to increase access to food for hungry people in the Chandler area. Our food pantry services are for people who aren't looking for a handout, but rather hope for improving their current situation.

The food pantry's weekly schedule is as follows:

Food Pantry Hours:

Monday	Hours
Tuesday	Hours
Wednesday	Hours 9-11 A.M.
Thursday	Hours
Friday	Hours
Saturday	Hours
Sunday	Hours

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church, our food pantry, or how you can donate to help feed the hungry in Chandler, stop by or contact us today.

Chandler Bible Study

Services

All of the Children and Student Services Chandler United Methodist Church offers are designed to be safe, organized and monitored by experienced and trained leaders, and - of course - fun!

So what makes Chandler United Methodist Church's services unique to others in the Chandler area? We work hard to create an atmosphere that is safe and provides exposure to Christian principles such as...

Love Friendship Sharing Caring

Respect Patience Kindness Forgiveness

Volunteer in Chandler

Volunteering at Chandler United Methodist Church means taking the time to serve your Chandler community. Many members of our church community are involved with service organizations around the area and they would love to see you serving alongside them.  

Chandler United Methodist Church offers volunteer positions for people who want to serve locally in the Chandler area, globally through missions work, or both. The following links are here to provide you with more information on how you can start volunteering and making a difference in your community:

• Get Involved
• Missions

For questions about Chandler United Methodist Church or the volunteer opportunities available, contact us today.

Looking?

In recent years, Chandler United Methodist Church has become a trusted member of the Chandler community. However, we don't just work hard to provide exciting, meaningful weekend experiences. We see it as our responsibility to provide answers for the questions that Chandler residents may have.

We understand that life has a way of throwing all kinds of challenges and unforeseen circumstances our way, and when it does, it helps to have someone you can trust point you in the right direction. If you've been looking for something, we can help.

Whether you are...

• Looking for Help
• Looking for Connection
• Looking for God

... we hope to have an answer and a bit of trustworthy advice for you. Our dedicated and experienced staff is standing by to answer any questions you may have about Chandler United Methodist Church or the services we provide to help you find what you're looking for.

If you've found yourself looking for any of the things listed above - or need help with anything else - please feel free to browse our website, stop by, or contact Chandler United Methodist Church today.

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Marriage Counseling

Whether you've been married for twenty years, or the big day is just around the corner, marriage counseling can be a useful tool to strengthen that relationship. However, the words "marriage counseling" can sound a bit intimidating. Really, marriage counseling is designed to help build or rebuild relationships and help couples make thoughtful decisions that will in turn improve the overall health of their relationship.

Chandler United Methodist Church's marriage counseling services are conducted by a trained staff that make it their priority to provide guidance and a listening ear. All of our faith-based marriage counseling sessions are 100% confidential. The two general areas of marriage counseling we mostly deal with include... In most cases, for couples that are looking to use our facilities for their wedding we ask that they commit to a brief session of premarital counseling before being permitted to use the facility. For post-marriage counseling it's not required for the couple to be members of Chandler United Methodist Church or necessarily attend our weekly services.

Making the decision to go to marriage counseling can be tough. But Chandler United Methodist Church's marriage counseling services can help you better cope with a troubled relationship - rather than trying to ignore it or hope it gets better on its own.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church's marriage counseling services, browse the pages above to find out how we can serve you, or contact us today.

Volunteer Opportunities

Chandler United Methodist Church believes that taking the time to volunteer and invest in the lives of the people in the Chandler area is both important and part of living a balanced life. Our community service and volunteer opportunities range from Sunday morning service positions to manual labor projects in the community. Whether you want to volunteer in a skilled capacity, a labor-intensive capacity, or just be a smile and a handshake at Chandler United Methodist Church's doors on Sunday, we have a spot for you!

Many students seek out volunteer opportunities as a means of fulfilling a credit requirement for school or a program, which is why we do our best to facilitate whatever kind of volunteer work you're looking for.

Some volunteer work examples may be raking leaves in the fall for an elderly couple, fixing a meal for someone who might be ill or a family grieving the loss of a loved one, or serving our Chandler community in some other fashion.

For more information on the volunteer opportunities provided by Chandler United Methodist Church stop by or contact us today.

*If you're searching for a more structured, missionary-type of opportunity, please visit our Missions page or stopover to the Global Ministries of The United Methodist Church website at: www.umcmission.org

Chandler Premarital Counseling

Preparing to get married is an exciting time. Between all of the wedding planning and getting to show off that shiny new engagement ring, the days and months leading up to the big day are thrilling. However, for couples that want to be reaffirmed of their decision and learn valuable skills to help keep their marriage a happy one, premarital counseling through Chandler United Methodist Church is a great idea.

It's inevitable that couples, at some point in their marriage, will experience challenges and conflicts. Premarital counseling focuses on the importance of strengthening that relationship and constructively preparing for those challenges. That way, couples can use their fresh, positive energy to establish positive relationship habits early and learn to deal with issues appropriately.

Premarital counseling is an efficient tool for defining, understanding, and discussing issues such as...

• Compatibility
• Expectations
• Personalities
• Communication
• Conflict Resolution Techniques
• Intimacy and Sexuality
• Long-Term Goals

In addition to exploring and discussing some of these important topics, premarital counseling can also help establish a positive attitude about seeking help with your marriage as time goes on.

All of the premarital counseling services at Chandler United Methodist Church are 100% confidential, conducted by our trained staff, and provide a spiritual perspective to marriage and how to maintain a healthy, fulfilling relationship - together.

In most cases, for couples looking to be married by Stephen W. Brown or hope to use Chandler United Methodist Church’s facilities for the wedding, premarital counseling is required before those services become available. This provides an opportunity to establish a relationship between you and Chandler United Methodist Church before your big day.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church or any of the premarital counseling services we offer, contact us today.

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Requests for prayers for groups and/or individuals.

Chandler Children Services

Through games and engaging activities, your child will be learning important life skills such as…

Love Friendship Sharing Caring

Respect Patience Kindness Forgivenss

If you're looking for affordable Children Services in the Chandler area, you can trust the experienced staff at Chandler United Methodist Church to take good care of your little ones.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church, our Child Services, or what programs we offer, stop by, explore the links above, or contact us today.

Get Involved

At Chandler United Methodist Church, the only restriction to how much volunteering you can do is how much time you're willing to give. Our various ministries are always looking for fresh hands to jump in and help with our weekly operations. Whether it's in our childcare program, ushering positions, or welcoming visitors at the door, we have a spot for you.

Outside the walls of Chandler United Methodist Church, we encourage our congregation to be active members in serving the community. From the food service projects and shelter services to organizing clothing drops to local distributors, the members of Chandler United Methodist Church are always serving somewhere.

For information on how and where you can get involved, contact Chandler United Methodist Church today. We would love to hear from you and encourage you to serve the people in our Chandler community.

Chandler High School Camps

Chandler United Methodist Church's week long high school camp is the perfect chance for your high schoolers to get away from their busy schedules ' sports practice, summer reading, summer jobs, etc - let loose, and have some fun. High school camp is a great opportunity to meet new people, build on existing relationships, and have fun - all within the safety of a spiritual atmosphere.

Our camps are designed to create opportunities for spiritual, social, emotional, and physical growth. However, because Chandler United Methodist Church believes in having fun, we make sure there is plenty of free-time for students to go off and take part in other activities like sand volleyball, tubing, canoeing and kayaking, creative workshops, and much more. A typical day at the camp might look something like this...

• 8:15am - wake up
• 8:30am - breakfast
• 9:15-10:00am - optional morning workshops
• 11:00am-12:00pm - morning worship and teaching
• Lunch!
• Free time till 6:00pm - perfect timing to visit the mud pit, play volleyball/basketball/kickball/soccer/any other sport you can imagine, go swimming, take a nap, or whatever else you might want to do
• 6:30pm - dinner
• 8:00pm - whenever night worship service
• 12:00am - lights out
• Do it all over again the next day!

That schedule, of course, is tentative. In any case, your students are guaranteed to have the week of their lives while mixing crazy, fun activities with spiritual growth. It will be a week they won't want to miss!

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church's summer camp programs visit www.beacamper.com, or contact us today.

Chandler Post Marriage Counseling

Let's face it, being married can be difficult at times. However, it's good to know that when things get hard that you don't have to figure it out all by yourself. Post marriage counseling from Chandler United Methodist Church is designed to help married couples talk through issues in a safe, confidential, and faith-based setting.

We know that seeking outside help for relationship issues can be hard - especially when post marriage counseling can be perceived as a last-ditch effort to save a relationship. But that's not always true. Post marriage counseling is a great way to stay in tune with your partner and continue to understand them better.

Think of it like your car - you wouldn't wait till your engine explodes before getting it looked at. All of the oil changes and regular tune ups are intended to keep that engine running smooth and efficiently, and make sure it never explodes in the first place. And post marriage counseling can work the same way.

Chandler United Methodist Church offers counseling to married couples that want advice in dealing with…

• Communication Problems
• Financial Issues
• Sexual Difficulties
• Substance Abuse
• Anger
• Divorce

Although this isn't an exhaustive list of issues that we can help couples walk through, we understand that no two relationships are the same and don't try to provide cookie-cutter solutions for your marital problems. The staff at Chandler United Methodist Church treats you like the individuals you are.

All of the post marriage counseling services at Chandler United Methodist Church are 100% confidential and organized by our trained staff. Even if you just need a listening ear, Chandler United Methodist Church is here.

For more information on the post marriage counseling services provided by Chandler United Methodist Church in Chandler stop by or contact us today.

Chandler Small Groups

• Accountability
• Forward Momentum
• Missional Identity

Accountability is important because it facilitates faith growth like few other relationships will. Life can be challenging and full of temptations, but with the help of small groups and accountability partners, you know you’re not facing it alone.

Forward momentum means that your connection with the Chandler United Methodist Church community doesn’t end when you leave the campus on Sunday morning. Intentionally doing life together keeps momentum moving forward throughout the week. This momentum can create an atmosphere for individuals to ask questions, seek help from one another, and challenge each other in their spiritual walk.

Developing a missional identity simply means that, while small groups are intended to develop the spiritual growth of the individuals involved, they are still focused outward in some capacity. There’s a certain part of spiritual growth that can only happen when you start to serve others around you, and that’s exactly what creating a missional identity is all about. Whether it means volunteering your time to help the people of Chandler, or focusing globally, our small groups encourage serving other people.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church or our small groups program, stop by or contact us today. We’d love to see you here!

Looking for Help?

At some point, everybody needs a little bit of help. Because Chandler United Methodist Church highly values the residents in the Chandler community, we offer a variety of services that are geared towards individuals that need help.

As a church congregation we believe that helping people in our local community is one of the best ways to show God's love to those around us. Offering a helping hand when no one else is can make a huge difference in someone's life.

For individuals looking for help, Chandler United Methodist Church offers...

• Counseling Services
• Community Services

All of the services provided by Chandler United Methodist Church are 100% confidential and organized by our trained and experienced staff.

If you or someone you know could benefit from these services, feel free to stop by or contact us today.

Chandler Clothing Services

At Chandler United Methodist Church, we understand that faith without action is dead - James 2:17 - and with that understanding we value serving our surrounding Chandler community. The goal of the clothing services at Chandler United Methodist Church is to provide clothing for individuals that are in need.

Each year Chandler United Methodist Church gives away hundreds of pieces of gently used clothing to members in our Chandler community that need them. We carry clothing, shoes, and accessories of all sizes for men, women, and children.

Most all of the clothing we provide is given to us by donation from members of our local community and members of Chandler United Methodist Church.

The clothing services distribution hours are:

Monday	Hours 9 AM TO 12 NOON
Tuesday	Hours
Wednesday	Hours 9 AM TO 12 NOON
Thursday	Hours
Friday	Hours
Saturday	Hours
Sunday	Hours

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church, receiving clothes, or how you can donate clothes, stop by or contact us today.

Chandler Grief Counseling

At Chandler United Methodist Church, we understand that everyone grieves differently. The grieving process is as unique as the individuals that are experiencing the hurt and confusion. That is why Chandler United Methodist Church provides grief counseling services for people in the Chandler area that have just gone through the loss of someone dear to them.

Most people are familiar with the accepted five stages of grief:

• Denial - refusing to accept the reality of the situation
• Anger - blaming other people, God, or oneself for the loss.
• Bargaining - trying to make deals with God or other people in an attempt to change or fix what cannot be changed or fixed.
• Depression - giving up hope, losing happiness, and not being able to see any positive outcome from the situation.
• Acceptance - learning to feel sadness while continuing to live one's life and move on from the loss

While not everyone experiences these stages or spends the same amount of time on them as other people, it's widely accepted that everyone, at some point, experiences these emotions to some capacity while dealing with grief.

It's never easy trying to deal with the loss of a loved one, but having people that are willing to rally around you and support you through that time can prove to be encouraging and helpful. The trained grief counseling staff at Chandler United Methodist Church is here to do just that, and to also help you understand your emotions as you transition through this time.

All of the counseling services at Chandler United Methodist Church are 100% confidential and strive to provide you with a faith-based perspective to your grieving situation.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church, our grief counseling services, or any of our other counseling services, stop by or contact us today.

Missions

Chandler United Methodist Church believes in the importance of missions. However, contrary to most peoples' beliefs, missions work isn't restricted to third world countries and overseas locations. Missions work can be done right in your own backyard.

For individuals looking to get involved in mission work both locally, Chandler United Methodist Church stays actively involved in our Chandler community and works hard to provide opportunities for people who are looking to serve in some capacity.

For individuals looking to serve on a global platform, Chandler United Methodist Church looks to the Global Ministries Organization of the United Methodist Church to help organize missions trips. The four areas of focus of Global Missions are:

• Engaging in Ministry with the Poor
• Stamping Out the Killer Diseases of Poverty by Improving Health Globally
• Creating New Places for New People and Renewing Existing Congregations
• Developing Principled Christian Leaders for the Church and the World

If these areas of focus sound like something you want to get involved with, contact Chandler United Methodist Church or visit www.gbgm-umc.org today for information on how you can get connected.

Students

The staff and individuals at Chandler United Methodist Church believe in the importance of intently investing in the lives of the next generation. To do so, we offer the students in the Chandler a variety of opportunities and events that take place both throughout the school year and during the summer.

Chandler United Methodist Church works to provide students with positive and productive activities that not only keep them busy, but also help facilitate their physical, emotional, and spiritual growth. Plus, it’s fun!
 
Spending an afternoon volunteering at the soup kitchen or local Habitat is a great chance to give back to our Chandler community.

All of these activities are safe, organized and ran by experienced leaders, and focus on providing students with opportunities to grow spiritually.

The trained and experienced adult leaders and volunteers find it a joy and an honor to spend time serving your students.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church, our student services, or how you can make a difference, browse our site or contact us today.

Chandler Summer Camp

Summer camp provides great opportunities to meet new people, expel some of that pent-up summertime energy, and - let's face it parents - get the kids out of the house for a week! Not to mention, they're FUN! Chandler United Methodist Church offers several camps for different age groups through Impact 2818 outdoor ministries. These summer camps are located in...

North Webster, IN (Epworth Forest)
Pierceton, IN (Camp Adventure)
Wolcottville, IN (Camp Lakewood)
Pine Village, IN (Pine Creek Camp)
Nashville, IN (Camp Moneto)
Springville, IN (Camp Indicoso)
Mitchell, IN (Camp Rivervale)

Aside from being a great opportunity to play games, dive into mud pits, and do other crazy things you wouldn't normally be able to do, summer camps are a safe and fun way to grow spiritually in a Christ-centered atmosphere.

Especially today, kids need a chance to unplug from the computer, cell phones, iPods, video games, etc., and invest in their friendships, refocus on what's important, and find some entertainment in things that don't require batteries. This week of camp will also provide exciting, engaging worship, impactful teaching, and plenty of structured free-time.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church's summer camp program, Impact 2818's facilities and camp sites, or what your camper can expect, contact us today.

Faith Facts

Exploring faith can bring meaning, peace, and purpose to one’s life.  Chandler United Methodist Church doesn’t claim to have all the answers to life's questions, but it does provide a person with a safe place to  explore their faith, God, and the Bible, as well as what it means to follow Jesus Christ.  

Chandler United Methodist Church provides messages regarding faith during its weekly worship services. In addition, it can provide you with special small learning communities, where you can interact with others who have similar faith questions. Pastors, specially trained in faith matters, can help assist you in exploring your deepest questions and can help you take your next faith step. No question is out of bounds, too extreme, or dumb.  

Contact Chandler United Methodist Church to take your next step!

Looking for Connection?

Humans were not intended to do life alone. We were made to live in community and be connected to the people around us. That's why at Chandler United Methodist Church we provide an assortment of opportunities for people to better connect to their Chandler community inside a safe and engaging atmosphere.

Whether you're looking for fun, laid back activities or if you're searching for a more discussion-oriented group that is geared towards spiritual development, Chandler United Methodist Church has something for you.

For individuals looking for connection we offer:

• Small Groups
• Sports
• Summer Camps

Whatever the connection is you're searching for, Chandler United Methodist Church wants to help. For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church, browse the links above, stop by our Chandler location, or contact us today.

Chandler Sunday School

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• AGE GROUP 2 (3-5) // time
• AGE GROUP 3 (6-8) // time
• AGE GROUP 4 (HIGH SCHOOL) // time
• AGE GROUP 5 (YOUNG ADULTS) // time
• AGE GROUP 6 (ADULTS) // time

No matter what stage of life you find yourself, Chandler United Methodist Church has a Sunday school class for you. All of our classes are safe, fun, and organized by solid, experienced leaders.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church or any of our Sunday school classes, contact us today.

Chandler Counseling Services

At Chandler United Methodist Church, we understand that life can be hard. Life is full of unforeseen circumstances that can result in pain, confusion, and broken relationships. However, just because life can be difficult doesn't mean have to bear it alone. Sometimes the best thing to do is have someone point you in the right direction.

Chandler United Methodist Church offers a wide variety of counseling services for the people in Chandler that need a bit of guidance. Whether you're at a crossroad and don't know which way to go, or simply need a listening ear, our counseling services may be just what you need. We offer counseling services for issues dealing with, but not limited to... Whatever life seems to be throwing your way, we can help you manage it. All of the counseling services at Chandler United Methodist Church are confidential, provide a spiritual perspective when desired, and are conducted by a professionally trained staff.

Why try to keep tackling life's challenges by yourself? Stop by Chandler United Methodist Church and find someone to talk to.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church's counseling services for Chandler residents, stop in or contact us today.

Looking for God?

Looking for God can be an intimidating search. God is vast and mysterious, but fortunately, it's not something you have to figure out alone. Chandler United Methodist Church believes we are all in this together, and if we're in this together, why not help one another?

Our weekly services are designed to explore the intricacies of faith and what it really means to be a Christ-follower. But it doesn't stop there. Chandler United Methodist Church also offers classes throughout the week to help you better understand the Bible and discuss the importance of getting involved in  your community.

For people looking for God, we provide:

• Worship Services
• Classes
• Bible Study
• Sunday School

If you've found yourself looking for God, browse the pages above. Then, contact Chandler United Methodist Church today for more information about how we can help you find what you're looking for.

Chandler Vacation Bible School

Chances are, you've already heard of vacation bible school (VBS). VBS programs have been operating in churches all over the United States - including Chandler United Methodist Church - for decades. The VBS program at Chandler United Methodist Church has reached out and changed the lives of hundreds of children in our Chandler community.

Aside from creating a fun and exciting atmosphere, VBS is designed to help kids discover that God has a purpose and a plan for everyone. In between singing fun, crazy songs and playing exciting, team-oriented games your child will learn valuable principles such as...

• Gratitude
• Grace
• Compassion
• Forgiveness
• Faithfulness

Chandler United Methodist Church's VBS is geared towards kids from rising preschool 4's to rising 5th graders.

The dates, times, and cost for VBS at Chandler United Methodist Church are…

Dates	Times	Cost
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For more information on what VBS is, Chandler United Methodist Church, or any of our summer kids programs, stop by or contact us today.

What We Believe

Chandler United Methodist Church is a United Methodist Church, a mainline Protestant denomination, which has been a part of our nation since its founding. Its beliefs are founded on solid biblical teaching, shaped by John Wesley and the Wesleyan traditions of personal spiritual growth and community involvement.

The United Methodist Church beliefs include the practice of Holy Communion, which is open to all who seek to turn away from their sins and who seek to live in peace.  Its beliefs also include the practice of both infant and adult baptism. The United Methodist Church believes that no one can earn their way into relationship to God, but that only can happen through faith in Jesus Christ. God wants to be at the center of every person's life and God offers everyone, no matter their past, such access. This is called grace, God's free gift to all who will receive it.

The United Methodist Church beliefs include that God's truth is contained in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. One's faith is based on these scriptures and is informed and shaped by a person's experience, reason, and the traditions of the Christian church.

Chandler United Methodist Church is one of over 40,000 congregations located throughout the world.  Every one of these churches values the mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. It's more than just about believing. It's about putting one's beliefs into action for the sake of helping others.

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Chandler Church Classes

For individuals looking to grow in their faith, get better connected to their Chandler church community, or understand the Bible better Chandler United Methodist Church offers a variety of classes. All of our classes are fun, safe, and directed by our experienced and trained leaders.

The classes offered at Chandler United Methodist Church include... These classes are open to anyone that is interested. One of the universal goals for these classes is to continue to create forward momentum in our community. We believe it’s important to not just attend church with one another, but to also do life together outside the walls of Chandler United Methodist Church.

The classes offered at Chandler United Methodist Church are designed to be effective tools for discipleship and community building.

For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church or the classes we offer, follow the links above or contact us today.

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Worship Service

Sunday:

9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

We appreciate your interest in Chandler United Methodist Church and our weekly worship services. For more information on our church community, our service styles, or times, contact us today.

Chandler Community Service

At Chandler United Methodist Church, we take community service rather seriously. Giving back to the people from the Chandler area isn't just a hobby or a "feel-good" activity; we view it as our duty to our local community.

Our faith-based community service programs are intended to assist people in crisis and empower them to move out of poverty. The community service programs we offer include... These services are not for people looking for a handout, but rather for individuals looking to find a bit of hope as they strive to improve their current situation. For more information on Chandler United Methodist Church's community service programs, follow the links above, stop by, or contact us today.

Thought For the Week

 

We are reading Proverbs and I am preaching from Proverbs at Chandler UMC this month.  I like especially what Proverbs 15:30 says: “Good news makes you feel better. Your happiness will show in your eyes.” (NCV) I was reminded that the gospel is the good news that Jesus loves us and is willing to save us from our sins. Come worship with us and receive good news.

Pastor

Pastor Steve has been preaching since he was sixteen years old. He graduated from Cincinnati Christian University and Seminary. He was first ordained in the Christian church but has served as pastor with United Methodist churches for several years. He loves the Lord and he loves people and desires to present messages that not only prepare people for heaven but also help them get through this week, life's current situations, and that enable people to have a better life here and now.

Leadership

Chandler UMC is led by a cooperative effort by the Pastor and laity. Our pastor has the Administrative Council as his partner in directing the operation, outreach, and growth of the church. Within the Administrative Council and regular participants of the church committees that help with the programs and development of the congregation including Worship, Outreach, Missions, Pastor Parish Relations, Trustees who oversee the care of the building and grounds, and other committees as needed to help our congregation minister well to its members and the members of our community.