Welcome
to the United Church of God Fort Wayne!
Whether you found this Web site because you were looking for Bible truth, or for comfort, or for fellowship, we welcome you. You'll find all three, and more, as you get to know our congregation better.
Each Sabbath the United Church of God Fort Wayne serves Christians scattered throughout the northeast region of Indiana and parts of western Ohio.
You are welcome to attend our services at any time and see for yourself how satisfying it is to worship God in spirit and in truth alongside people of like mind.
We look forward to meeting you.
The United Church of God Fort Wayne formed on May 15, 1995, with 29 interested persons attending the first organizational meeting.
The congregation's bylaws affirm the basic truths of the Bible, and affiliate the group with the larger United Church of God, an International Association.
Our initial pastor was Darris McNeely, who drove up regularly from his home in Indianapolis to lead the group, first in Bluffton, Ind., and then later in Fort Wayne. Members of the founding board of directors were: Bob Borton, Richard Grass, Barb Hancock, Janice McKee, Darris McNeely, Scott Moss and John Robinson.
The group first met in the Edith Williamson Center in Bluffton, then the Wells County Senior Citizens' Center in Bluffton, and now meets in the Perry Hill Elementary School north of Fort Wayne.
Steve Sheppherd was our second pastor, splitting his time between Fort Wayne and the Elkhart, Ind., church. In 1997 Darris McNeely returned as pastor and continues in that capacity.
Ministers
Darris McNeely, pastor
Scott Moss, elder
Gary Nielander, elder
Current local board of directors (as of Jan. 5, 2008). Click for brief biographies.
Humanitarian outreach
In addition to preaching the Good News of the coming Kingdom of God, our local congregation also contributes to several humanitarian causes. Here is a partial list:
UCG Fort Wayne charitable donation guidelines
In the interest of good stewardship and open communication, our local board has put together a document that formally reflects how we handle charitable contributions. It is posted on the Web, and printouts are available at services. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask." (12/11/04)
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