"Surely, it is God who saves me; I will trust in him and not be afraid.  For the Lord is my strong stronghold and my sure defense, and He will be my Savior." 

Sideview photo taken just weeks before the fire


History of Sherando United Methodist Church






The fire

10-29-2021 Sometime shortly after 7:00 a.m. our sanctuary caught fire and was destroyed. The fellowship hall was destroyed, the east end and education wing survived but everything was water-logged.


Same sideview photo the morning of 10/29/2021

What we believe: The United Methodist Church is a global denomination that opens hearts, opens minds and opens doors through active engagement with our world. The mission of The United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

John Wesley and the early Methodists placed primary emphasis on Christian living, on putting faith and love into action. This emphasis on what Wesley referred to as "practical divinity" has continued to be a hallmark of United Methodism today.

Basics of our faith: The United Methodist Church shares a great deal with other denominations. Explore what we believe about God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Bible, and more.

We also have a unique heritage and areas of emphasis. Learn what we mean when we talk about grace, how we serve people around the world, and ways we grow as disciples of Jesus Christ. 

We are disciples: United Methodists are disciples of Jesus Christ who continue to heed the lessons John Wesley taught his followers: to live lovingly and justly as servants of Christ by healing the sick, feeding the hungry, caring for the stranger, freeing the oppressed; being a compassionate presence, and working to develop social structures that are consistent with the gospel.