We are 69 congregations throughout Chester, Kershaw, Lancaster and York counties in north-central South Carolina with a mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

Lay Servant Training Fall 2021

Prepare now for Aldersgate Special Needs Sunday

Aldersgate Special Needs Ministry – born at the 2003 South Carolina Annual Conference – provides homes for adults with developmental disabilities. Residents are encouraged to be as independent as possible. Our trained staff provides care in a Christian environment....

Lay Servant Training- Fall 2021

Lay Servant Virtual Training-Fall 2021 Saturday, October 9, 9:30am-4:30pm Sunday, October 10, 2:00pm-5:00pm First UMC, 124 Bethel Street, Clover Attendance of all sessions is required for course credit. Please be aware of the dates for the Zoom courses indicated...

“Both/And” Maximizing Hybrid Worship training set for July 31

“Both/And” Maximizing Hybrid Worship Experiences for Online and In-Person Audiences.

Virtual SEJ Conference set for July 21

The Southeastern Jurisdictional Conference will convene in a one-day virtual special session on July 21. The SEJ College of Bishops called this week for the session, with the primary purpose of voting on a proposed resolution to unite the Memphis Annual Conference and...

UMCSC COVID-19 Best Practices updated after new CDC guidance

Based on current CDC guidelines, we do not recommend any specific restrictions on participation in church activities for those who have been fully vaccinated. All eligible persons are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated as soon as possible.Click here to read...