Senior Pastor: Rev. Cathi Huvaere
Pastor Cathi came to Bethany UMC in July of 2017 and we are just so glad to have her! Pastor Cathi’s last name (which looks more intimidating than it is) is pronounced like “Who – Var” (Var rhymes with Bar). Pastor Cathi is looking to get to know this congregation and community. Please give her a warm welcome when you meet her!
Looking for a Previous Pastor of Bethany UMC?
Rev. LuAnn Rourke transitioned to First United Methodist Church in Port Huron in June of 2017.
Rev. John Bailey transitioned to Romeo United Methodist Church in June of 2015. In June of 2017, he transitioned to St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Cheboygan, MI.
Secretary: Kory Sanger
Office Hours Varying due to Covid. Phone: (810)686-5151
Meet Marc our Director of Youth & Children’s Ministry
Marc Middleton has been serving at Bethany UMC as the Youth director for 5 years! In 2019, Marc also accepted the role of Children’s Ministry Director. Marc leads Sunday School for 5th through 12th grades. Marc also coordinates and plans all of the CORE activities and Wednesday Night Live activities. Marc has been working on a Youth Leadership team where youth are leading youth. If you have any young people interested in getting involved in the church, OR if you are interested in volunteering with any of our youth activities, Marc is the man to see. Marc graduated from college last year with his Bachelor’s degree and we are all so excited to see watch him soar!
Meet Rachel Deshone – Choir Director & Ross Dolittle – Musician
Rachel Deshone is the choir director at Bethany United Methodist Church. You will find her leading the choir and the congregation in song during worship. She also participates with other churches in the district in Easter & Christmas cantatas with many of the members of the choir. Rachel invites you to come to choir practice and praise and worship through song. Ross Dolittle is a musician in our church. He is often playing the clavinova during services and with the choir as well as directing the Bethany Band. If you play an instrument and want to join the Bethany Band, see Ross.
Would you like to visit with Pastor Cathi? We could meet in your home or in a nearby restaurant during the day or early evening. If you would welcome a visit, please let me know. Just call the church office to set up a time. I look forward to getting to know you!