What We Believe
The United Methodist Church: A brief history
The people of The United Methodist Church are part of the second largest Protestant denomination in the United States. Our worldwide connection includes approximately 12.8 million members. Learn more here.
The United Methodist Church recognizes two sacraments, baptism and communion. These two acts have a special place in the church because Jesus commanded them and participated in them. More information here.
A snapshot of both what The United Methodist Church's view on a particular issue is — whether social, political or theological — as well as stories about how the church is engaged in ministry around that topic. Learn more here.
The United Methodist Committee on Relied (UMCOR) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to alleviating human suffering around the globe. UMCOR's work included programs and projects in disaster response, health, sustainable agriculture, food security, relief supplies and more. More information here.
The General Board of Higher Education and Ministry: As the leadership development agency of The United Methodist Church, the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry’s mission is preparing global leaders for a global church and the world. Every elder, deacon and licensed local pastor benefits from our training and candidacy programs. Many young adults find help in clarifying their vocation and God’s call on their lives through our leadership and discernment programs. Scholarship opportunities and more here.
Church Staff
Pastor
David McGrath
On July 1, 2018, we welcomed a new pastor and his wife, Dave and Karen McGrath to York UMC. They have two teen-aged children, Lee and Julia. Pastor Dave brings a relationally styled, grace-filled enthusiasm to the church along with a passionate love for God and people. Dave attended two years at Syracuse University after high school and completed his bachelor of arts degree in business from Malone College before answering his call into vocational ministry. He finished a five-year course of study at Duke Divinity School in North Carolina in 2012. In the last 11 years, Pastor Dave served churches in Norton and Akron, Ohio before arriving at York UMC. Dave describes himself as both a relational pastor and a teaching preacher. He enjoys building relationships with others as he grows in his own relationship with Christ. Dave moved from New Hampshire to Ohio in 1990. By the time he started at York Church, he realized he has now lived in Ohio longer than he lived in New England. Therefore, when Cleveland sports teams play teams from back east, Dave always roots for the home team! We are happy Pastor Dave and his family are part of our home team here at York UMC.
Favorite Verses:
Galatians 5:6: The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.
Romans 12:9: My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.