About Us

    Founded in 1876 as United Brethren in Christ
    German Ancestry - Served the Needs of Poor
    English, Scot & German Agricultural Community.
    After Many Years of Prayer, Fundraising &
    Hard Labors of Love, Dedicated Current Building in
    1926
    Merged with Methodist Church in 1968 and Chose
    Name: Faith United Methodist Church
    Sanctuary: Old-World Charm - Dark-wood pews,
    red carpet, raised altar/choir, beautiful biblical
    scene stain-glass windows.
    Church available for non-member weddings.
    Contact Church Office for More Information

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2011 Vacation Bible School

'Shake It Up Cafe'

David W. Phaneuf, Pastor

Pastor Phaneuf is an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church, completing 30 years of ministry, the last two of which have been shared with the congregation of Faith Church in Batavia. He is a native of Cincinnati, having grown up in Deer Park, where he graduated from high school in 1973. He received his Bachelor's degree from Oral Roberts University,in the areas of Old Testament Literature and Religious Education, and holds a Master of Divinity degree from United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. He began his ministry as a student associate pastor at Oak Hills UMC on the west-side of Cincinnati. Throughout his ministry, he has served churches in Lockington, Brookville, Zanesville, Springfield, Johnstown, and Belpre, Ohio. He is married to Bonnie, and together they have three children: Sara (who lives in Columbus, Ohio), Lindsay, and Evan. In his spare time, the pastor enjoys playing golf and working on his hobby, Old Time Radio.
Email our Pastor dwphaneuf@fuse.net

Gil Guildford, Lay Leader - .

Rose Ann Sargent, Organist

Dedicated, long-time resident of Batavia and member of the Faith United Methodist Church, with years of experience playing various organs throughout history of Batavia Faith UMC. Rose Ann is a gifted musical artist that continuously practices to be the best! She enjoys playing single or with accompaniment of pianists. She brings life and light to every service!

Tara Zartman, Chancel Choir Director, Pianist

Gifted Chancel Choir Director, musical artist and songstress. Makes piano sing and her voice radiates life and light!

Maggie Raabe, President Faith UM Woman's Group
Dedicated Christian always ready to share her faith in Jesus and her love for everyone! Maggie is also president of the Nurture Committee, where she uses her many talents to help bring the light to those facing darkness, provides comfort to the sick, takes time to visit and sit with people and families throughout difficult periods, including medical procedures, always there to lend a shoulder!