Welcome to
West Nash UMC is a loving, welcoming and affirming congregation. God is at work in our midst in amazing and beautiful ways, leading us into the community to share God’s love with all God’s children. We are intentional in our efforts to connect with those beyond the walls of our church building and to make a difference in the lives of those we encounter.
Come join us as we all journey together in seeking God, loving one another, and striving to be the hands and feet of Jesus in the world around us.
We’re so glad you found our website! Our hope is that through this website you will be introduced to our loving and welcoming faith community.
Whether you are new to the Wilson area or have lived here all your life, we are a community of faith that welcomes you and wants to get to know you. We hope that all people will find a place to serve and worship God here at West Nash.
Our congregation is a Lighthouse Congregation of The North Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church in partnership with The United Methodist Collective and the Office of New Faith Communities. In doing so, not only do we commit to remaining a part of the UMC, but we also commit to serving those who have lost their church homes through disaffiliation or closure. We will partner in this work in the following ways:
- Worship: Providing worship opportunities whether online or in person. These services should be intentional about engaging and welcoming new people into the fold.
- Discipleship: Creating space to learn and grow, through small group gatherings, Bible studies and prayer opportunities.
- Mission: Inviting fellow United Methodists into opportunities to serve through hands on ministries. This can include things like backpack ministries, community gardens, literacy and C4C programs, or anything that involves making a difference and sharing the love of God with others.
- Sacrament: Communion will be offered at least one Sunday a month, but also may include invitations to communion outside of traditional worship such as mid-week gatherings and in small groups.
- Pastoral Care: Offering care such as hospital visits, gatherings at coffee shops, and finding ways to be available to those who are in need of pastoral care. This is not just the responsibility of the pastor, but includes ways in which the congregation may engage in visitation ministries, meal trains, and communications ministries.
I am excited about the opportunities ahead of us as we continue to grow disciples for Jesus Christ who experience and share God’s grace, love one another, and serve the community and the world!
Peace,
Pastor Heather
pastor@westnash.org
