The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce welcomes Sandpoint United Methodist Church. The Methodist Church is Sandpoint’s first church and was first established in 1897. The Sandpoint United Methodist Church was reborn on June 12, 2011 with a new purpose.
Their new mission is to “make disciples of Jesus Christ, for the transformation of the world.” Their purpose is to feed and lead, and they do it through connection, growth, service, and sharing. Disciples of the Sandpoint United Methodist Church are connecting with God and one another, growing as disciples of Jesus Christ, serving God and one another, and sharing their faith.
The churches rebirth has brought on more singing, scripture and preaching and less reading. A typical PowerPoint presentation through a projector has been replaced by a new 64” high definition plasma screen. The addition of a Tuesday morning Bible study, and children’s involvement in worship round out the changes that have taken place at the church however, their signature Ministries of Circles on Tuesday nights and Community Meal on Thursday nights continue with a renewed focus on service.
This summer they have been “Majoring in the Minors” by taking a closer look at the 12 so-called Minor Prophets of the Old Testament. Sandpoint United Methodist Church is holding their annual “Back to School Neighborhood Barbecue” on September 8th, in replace of the Community Meal. This Halloween, Monday, October 31st, they are hosting a “Trunk or Treat,” which is a chance for the kids of Sandpoint to have a safe and fun filled Halloween experience in the safety of the church parking lot.
Please join the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce in wishing the NEW Sandpoint United Methodist Church great success and thanking them for their contribution to our community. They have asked that you “Come connect and grow with us. Join us in service to our community. Share the good news with those who need to hear it most!” For more information, please visit www.umcsandpoint.org or call 208-263-1837.
In the Photo: From left to right Chamber Ambassadors Peggy Shadel, Carol Warren and Clem Hackworthy, Sue Norman, Chamber Chairman of the Board Clif Warren, Pastor Stan Norman, Associate Pastor Gerri Harvill, Heidi Rickert, Linda Oens, Tom Harvill, Chamber Ambassadors Paralee Gates and Colleen Spickelmire, and State Representative George Eskridge.
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