United Methodist Church of Libertyville
Libertyville IL
60048
Who we are
The United Methodist Church of Libertyville is the oldest church in Lake County still in operation today. Founded in 1836, our church has served as place of refuge and source of hope for residents of Lake County over three centuries and across multiple generations. Today, we continue our long tradition of using our gifts and graces to make a difference in our communities and around the world. We welcome all people and children of God to a warm, inclusive, friendly community with opportunities to grow, learn, serve and thrive as God intended.
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Facebook Video: UMCL Sunday Service 9/18/22
Leadership
Leader Name:
Dr Jay Carr Â
Leader Position:
Senior Pastor Â
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Leader Bio:
The Rev. Dr. Jay D. Carr has an outstanding record of visionary leadership, both within the local church and within the life of the United Methodist denomination. His pastoral experience as an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church spans more than 30 years and has included serving suburban, county seat towns and rural congregations.
Jay received his Master of Divinity from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary and his Doctor of Ministry in church leadership from McCormick Theological Seminary. Jay has preached across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, England, Austria, Hungary, Yugoslavia, India and Senegal, Africa.
Jay has served as a guest lecturer at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, as a consultant on evangelism to the UMC General Board of Discipleship, and as Field Staff for the Northern Illinois Conference (NIC) for stewardship and long-range planning. He has guided congregations from New York to Minnesota as a church consultant and coach. Jay also served on the Executive Committee of the NIC Board of Ordained Ministry and as Registrar for eight years, shepherding dozens of candidates through the ordination process.
Jay and his wife Brenda both have degrees in music. They continue to engage in music, both as performers and audience members. In addition to using music as part of their ministry, they have appeared in several community theater and concert productions. They have two grown sons, Jason and Joshua, and feel blessed that both of their sons have married daughters of other pastors. Between both sons, Jay and Brenda have five grandchildren. Â
Jay received his Master of Divinity from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary and his Doctor of Ministry in church leadership from McCormick Theological Seminary. Jay has preached across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, England, Austria, Hungary, Yugoslavia, India and Senegal, Africa.
Jay has served as a guest lecturer at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, as a consultant on evangelism to the UMC General Board of Discipleship, and as Field Staff for the Northern Illinois Conference (NIC) for stewardship and long-range planning. He has guided congregations from New York to Minnesota as a church consultant and coach. Jay also served on the Executive Committee of the NIC Board of Ordained Ministry and as Registrar for eight years, shepherding dozens of candidates through the ordination process.
Jay and his wife Brenda both have degrees in music. They continue to engage in music, both as performers and audience members. In addition to using music as part of their ministry, they have appeared in several community theater and concert productions. They have two grown sons, Jason and Joshua, and feel blessed that both of their sons have married daughters of other pastors. Between both sons, Jay and Brenda have five grandchildren. Â
United Methodist Church of Libertyville Service Times
Join us for our in-person and online services on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am.
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"Prayer does not change the purpose of God. But prayer does change the action of God."Chuck Smith
United Methodist Church of Libertyville listing was last updated on the 21st of September, 2022
