We are 53 congregations throughout Spartanburg, Union and Cherokee counties in the Upstate of
South Carolina with a mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
We are 53 congregations throughout Spartanburg, Union and Cherokee counties in the Upstate of South Carolina with a mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
Meet Kate Ritchey, UMCSC’s new digital communicator
The South Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church has named Kate Ritchey as its new digital communicator, a full-time role focused on strengthening the conference’s digital presence and equipping local churches to share the story of God’s work across South...
“Punching holes in the darkness”: Remembering John Holler
In the life of the church, there are servants whose ministry quietly shapes generations. The Rev. John Emory Holler Jr. was one of those rare leaders – pastor, mentor, advocate and friend – whose life bore witness to the love of Christ in ways that will continue to...
Help for churches filing W-2 forms
Each January, many churches prepare their own W-2 forms for employees. For churches that file their own W-2s without the assistance of a payroll processing company, the Conference Treasurer's Office recommends using the Social Security Administration’s website...
Bishop Fairley: “Be the ‘you’ in Matthew 25” – No one should go hungry
“…for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me.” – Matthew 25:35-36 This...
CalledSC: Day of Discernment for Youth
Called SC is a day of exploration designed specifically for youth ages 13 – 18 to explore and discern God’s call on their life. The retreat will be held May 16th from 10:00-4:00 at Mt Hebron UMC in W. Columbia. Participants will join pastors and leaders from all...
Register Now: 2025 Spartanburg District Lay Servant Classes
Spartanburg District Fall Lay Servant Classes – Register Now! The Fall Lay Servant Ministries classes will take place on September 21, 28, and October 5, 2025, from 2:00 to 5:30 PM, held in person at Beaumont United Methodist Church 📍 687 N. Liberty St.,...
Meet Kate Ritchey, UMCSC’s new digital communicator
The South Carolina Conference of The United Methodist Church has named Kate Ritchey as its new digital communicator, a full-time role focused on strengthening the conference’s digital presence and equipping local churches to share the story of God’s work across South...
“Punching holes in the darkness”: Remembering John Holler
In the life of the church, there are servants whose ministry quietly shapes generations. The Rev. John Emory Holler Jr. was one of those rare leaders – pastor, mentor, advocate and friend – whose life bore witness to the love of Christ in ways that will continue to...
Help for churches filing W-2 forms
Each January, many churches prepare their own W-2 forms for employees. For churches that file their own W-2s without the assistance of a payroll processing company, the Conference Treasurer's Office recommends using the Social Security Administration’s website...
Bishop Fairley: “Be the ‘you’ in Matthew 25” – No one should go hungry
“…for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I was in prison and you visited me.” – Matthew 25:35-36 This...
CalledSC: Day of Discernment for Youth
Called SC is a day of exploration designed specifically for youth ages 13 – 18 to explore and discern God’s call on their life. The retreat will be held May 16th from 10:00-4:00 at Mt Hebron UMC in W. Columbia. Participants will join pastors and leaders from all...
Register Now: 2025 Spartanburg District Lay Servant Classes
Spartanburg District Fall Lay Servant Classes – Register Now! The Fall Lay Servant Ministries classes will take place on September 21, 28, and October 5, 2025, from 2:00 to 5:30 PM, held in person at Beaumont United Methodist Church 📍 687 N. Liberty St.,...
DISTRICT STAFF
Rev. Cathy Mitchell
Superintendent
Gail Varner
Administrative Assistant
Phone
864-583-5109 (office)
864-583-1134 (fax)
Office Hours
Monday-Thursday
8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
