What We Believe
Discover the core beliefs that shape our life together as United Methodists.

God

We believe in one loving, sovereign God who created all things and invites us into a relationship of grace.

The Trinity

We understand God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit — Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer.

Jesus Christ

We believe Jesus is fully human and fully divine.
He lived among us, died on the cross, rose from the dead, and offers forgiveness, new life, and the example for how we are called to live.

The Holy Spirit

We believe the Holy Spirit is God with us — comforting, guiding, convicting, and empowering us to follow God’s will.

Human Beings

We believe all people are created in God’s image and invited into a life‑giving relationship with God.

The Bible

We believe the Bible is God’s Word and our primary guide for faith and practice, encompassing both the Old and New Testaments.

The Church

We believe the church is the body of Christ, called to:
  • Make disciples of Jesus Christ
  • Worship God
  • Grow in faith
  • Live as a community of believers across generations

Sacraments

  • Baptism
    • A sign of new life and God’s grace, open to people of all ages.
    • We baptize by sprinkling, pouring, or immersion.
  • Holy Communion
    • A sacred meal remembering Christ’s life, death, and resurrection.
    • We practice open Communion, welcoming all who seek to follow Christ.

The Reign of God

We believe God’s kingdom is both present and still unfolding. Wherever there is healing, reconciliation, and restoration, God’s reign is at work. The church is called to witness to this vision and participate in God’s transforming work — in our hearts and throughout all creation.

About Our Sacred Events

Weddings

A wedding is a sacred religious ceremony in which a man and woman unite in God's presence. Our church is available for weddings of members and non-members. 
Please contact the church office to check availability, schedule a tour of our facilities, and learn more about what Olivet can offer for your special day. 

Baptisms

Holy Baptism is a sacrament of the United Methodist Church which represents a covenant between an individual and God. It represents our adoption into the family of God. 
Olivet UMC practices baptism at all ages and recognizes baptism by other faiths and churches; we do not practice 're-baptism.'
To learn more about our practice and scheduling a baptism, please contact us!

Funerals

The death of a loved one is a difficult experience.  We hope to provide comfort as we minister to those going through such a loss.  Olivet's facilities are available to use for funeral, memorial, and celebration of life services.   
​Please contact our office for more information about funeral arrangements and scheduling.

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