Beliefs

Decatur First UMC Beliefs

As Christians and United Methodists we believe:

• That Jesus is the Son of God, who with God created all things and is with us as the Holy Spirit to guide, comfort, empower and sustain us;
• That the Bible is a principal means by which God speaks to us and is the sufficient rule both of Christian faith and practice;
• That we are all sinners, alienated or separated from God and in need of His grace to restore us;
• That we should strive to grow in this grace as our transformation isn’t yet complete;
• That our faith in Jesus should be lived out in the service of love;
• That our primary calling is to joyfully lead all people to know the saving and transforming love of Jesus the Christ.

Because we believe these things, our Mission as a church family is to share the gift of Jesus Christ to move hearts and employ hands for the kingdom of God.

Baptism at Decatur First UMC
Baptism is a special event held Sunday mornings at Decatur First UMC. The baptism of an adult or child is a sacrament of initiation into the body of Christ, and joins the newly-baptized member with the church and with Christians everywhere. It is the beginning of a lifelong journey of growth in Christ. The United Methodist Church recognizes any Christian baptism. To schedule a Baptism, contact Merrilee Brock, Assistant to the Senior Minister, at 404-378-4541 x.12 and at mbrock@decaturfirst.org.

Communion at Decatur First UMC
The Communion table of the United Methodist Church is open and all are welcome including persons of any age. Communion is typically served the first Sunday of every month.