Beacon of Light United Methodist Church
Standish MI
48658
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Who we are
We are a church commited to the clear teaching of the Holy Scriptures, and service to our community.
Location of worship
201 S Forest
Standish,
MI
48658
United States
Phone: (989) 846-6277
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Church Pastor
Russ Porier
Pastor
201 S Forest
Standish,
MI
48658
United States
Phone: (989) 846-6277
Click here to contact Russ Porier
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United Methodist Church
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Beacon of Light United Methodist Church Service Times
ALL are welcome to join us as we worship God each Sunday at 11:15am. Sunday school starts at 10:00am and is open to all ages. There is youth Sunday school and also an adult Bible study.
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Beacon of Light United Methodist Church History
On Sunday, February 3, 2019, the congregations of both the former Sterling and Standish United Methodist Churches met at Community United Methodist Church, now Beacon of Light UMC, in Standish to vote on merging to become one church. In making this decision, members hope to become stronger together and strengthen the already thriving ministries of both churches, as well as create new opportunities throughout both communities. A similar merger took place locally between the former St. Florian and St. John Catholic Parishes during the 1980s, which formed the current Resurrection of the Lord Catholic Parish.
Presently, Beacon of Light UMC is in the process of reevaluating the needs of active ministries and the community at large. While the new Beacon of Light congregation voted to hold weekly worship services at the former Community United Methodist Church building due to its size, no permanent decision has yet been made as to the fate of the former church and parsonage in Sterling. In creating the new church, several items from the former Sterling UMC were installed at the Standish building, including pews, artwork, and other furnishings, thanks to the hard work and dedication of several church members.
Many in both the Standish and Sterling communities may not realize the impact the ministries of the new Beacon of Light UMC have had on the local community. The traditions of both churches will be represented in the new church. For example, the monthly food giveaway initially organized at the Sterling location will continue at Beacon of Light. The Standish location, site of the new church, currently serves as a meeting location for the CAN Council, Narcotics Anonymous (NA), and a local Boy Scout troop, among others. It also serves as the home of Kids’ Klothesline, which provides gently used clothing of all sizes for those in need. On Mondays, a diaper pantry is available as well. In addition, the quilting group that has met weekly at the Standish church over the last 18 years will still meet weekly and donate their work to the Arenac County Baby Pantry.
In recent years, both the community “Thanks”-Giving dinner and the women’s Christmas Tea have become anticipated annual events. In addition, for the past six years church members have provided Christmas gifts for as many as 53 foster children in Arenac County as part of the Heavenly Host program. The efforts of a combined congregation may expand the scope of these three ministries even further.
While both churches hope to preserve many of their traditions as Beacon of Light moves into the future, the new church looks forward to growth, as well. For example, several of the men have proposed creating a men’s group to complement the active United Methodist Women’s group. Thanks to a newly formed education group, both Sunday school and youth programs will be reorganized and strengthened this fall. This year, church members participated in the annual Loyalty Day Parade in Standish after several years of holding Spring Spree at the church on Loyalty Day. Beacon of Light members invite the community to join us in worship and welcome all to participate in upcoming events. Be part of the growing community of outreach as Sterling and Standish United Methodist Churches become one! Praise be to God.
From: https://russelllindsey.blog/beacon-of-light-umc/
Presently, Beacon of Light UMC is in the process of reevaluating the needs of active ministries and the community at large. While the new Beacon of Light congregation voted to hold weekly worship services at the former Community United Methodist Church building due to its size, no permanent decision has yet been made as to the fate of the former church and parsonage in Sterling. In creating the new church, several items from the former Sterling UMC were installed at the Standish building, including pews, artwork, and other furnishings, thanks to the hard work and dedication of several church members.
In recent years, both the community “Thanks”-Giving dinner and the women’s Christmas Tea have become anticipated annual events. In addition, for the past six years church members have provided Christmas gifts for as many as 53 foster children in Arenac County as part of the Heavenly Host program. The efforts of a combined congregation may expand the scope of these three ministries even further.
From: https://russelllindsey.blog/beacon-of-light-umc/
Beacon of Light United Methodist Church FAQs
Question: Where is Beacon of Light United Methodist Church located?
Answer: Beacon of Light United Methodist Church is located at 201 S Forest, Standish, Michigan.
Question: Who is Beacon of Light United Methodist Church's pastor?
Answer: Beacon of Light United Methodist Church's pastor is Russ Porier.
Question: What time is service at Beacon of Light United Methodist Church?
Answer: ALL are welcome to join us as we worship God each Sunday at 11:15am. Sunday school starts at 10:00am and is open to all ages. There is youth Sunday school and also an adult Bible study.
Question: What is Beacon of Light United Methodist Church's Facebook page?
Answer: https://www.facebook.com/beaconoflightumc/
Question: What is Beacon of Light United Methodist Church's website?
Answer: https://www.umc.org/en/find-a-church/church/?id=53074
Question: What denominaiton is Beacon of Light United Methodist Church?
Answer: Beacon of Light United Methodist Church belongs to United Methodist Church denomination.
Answer: Beacon of Light United Methodist Church is located at 201 S Forest, Standish, Michigan.
Question: Who is Beacon of Light United Methodist Church's pastor?
Answer: Beacon of Light United Methodist Church's pastor is Russ Porier.
Question: What time is service at Beacon of Light United Methodist Church?
Answer: ALL are welcome to join us as we worship God each Sunday at 11:15am. Sunday school starts at 10:00am and is open to all ages. There is youth Sunday school and also an adult Bible study.
Question: What is Beacon of Light United Methodist Church's Facebook page?
Answer: https://www.facebook.com/beaconoflightumc/
Question: What is Beacon of Light United Methodist Church's website?
Answer: https://www.umc.org/en/find-a-church/church/?id=53074
Question: What denominaiton is Beacon of Light United Methodist Church?
Answer: Beacon of Light United Methodist Church belongs to United Methodist Church denomination.
I am in Thy Presence
Help me, Lord, to remember that Christianity is not to be confined to the church ... nor exercised only in prayer and meditation, but that everywhere I am in Thy Presence.
Beacon of Light United Methodist Church listing was last updated on the 16th of May, 2022
