I didn’t know churches like this existed…
We are hearing statements like this more and more…
When it comes to faith, why should you have to choose between your head and your heart? Your love for God and your love for science.
Your commitment to Christ and your dedication to justice.
Your loyalty to the Gospel and your desire to include everyone at the table.
The truth is you shouldn’t. And that is why we were formed!
“United Methodists Together” is a diverse partnership of congregations in the Apex/Cary/Holly Springs area rooted in our historic, Christian faith; and yet, we are committed to bringing hope and renewal to our communities. Together, we seek to embody a fresh, vibrant expression of Christianity that is deeply faithful and deeply relevant for our world today.
If you are a Christian with questions, doubts, evolving beliefs, and aspirations for a better and healthier way to do church…we welcome you with open arms and we look forward to what we can build together!
Our Values
Faith and Science
We believe faith and science can and should exist alongside each other. You don’t have to check your brain at the door at our churches.
Doubts
At the core, faith was always an exploration into why we are here, who made us and what is the meaning of life. No certainties required. Your doubts, questions and skepticism are safe here.
Bible in Context
The Bible is a beautiful, inspired, yet complicated, narration of God’s story. What do we do with those verses that seem confusing or contradict Jesus’ teachings? Our churches interpret the Bible through the lens of reason, tradition and personal experience.
Women in Leadership
Speaking of which, sometimes the Bible has been used to obstruct women from living into the fullest expression of God’s call upon their life. We affirm that God calls both men and women to lead and preach in the church.
Open Table
The fact that some have felt excluded from the church breaks our hearts. After all, isn’t the church supposed to be a hospital for sinners, rather than a club for the saints? At our churches, all are welcome to fully participate in the mission and ministries of God.
Mental Health
The only thing that could make mental illness worse is being told it is due to a lack of faith or trust in God. Our churches acknowledge these are oftentimes biological or emotional wounds, not because you are a “bad Christian.” Further, we have resources to support you.
Justice
It is right there in the Great Commandment — love God and love neighbor. However, sometimes loving our neighbor means confronting unjust powers and principalities that are harming our fellow brothers and sisters. Using the Gospel, not partisan ideologies, as our guide, we will advocate for the Kingdom of God on earth as it is in heaven.
Our Churches
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First Cary UMC
Style: Traditional & Contemporary
Language: English
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The Peak Church
Style: Contemporary
Language: English
Times: 8:30, 9:45 + 11:15 -
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White Plains UMC
Style: Traditional & Contemporary
Language: English & Spanish
Times: 9:00 + 11:00 -
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Fiesta Cristiana
Style: Multicultural/Blended
Language: Spanish
Times: 11:00 -
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Macedonia UMC
Style: Traditional
Language: English
Times: 10:30 -
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St Francis UMC
Style: Traditional
Language: English
Times: 10:30 -
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Apex UMC
Style: Traditional & Contemporary
Language: English
Times: 8:15, 9:35 + 11:00 -
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Genesis UMC
Style: Contemporary & Traditional
Language: English
Times: 9am + 11:10am
We would love to meet you!
As you can see, each of our congregations offers something slightly different in terms of size, style, languages, service times and locations. Try one of our congregations today!
Where do we come from?
If you’d like to learn more about our denomination, you can visit www.umc.org.
Or if you’d like to connect with other UMC churches in North Carolina, you can visit www.nccumc.org!