TRADITIONAL
WORSHIP Founded in 1876 as United Brethren in Christ - German Ancestry - Served the Needs of Poor German,
Scot & English 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, can seat up to 300 (comfortably) Main floor
seating and rear elevated pew seating as well, red carpet, raised altar/choir, beautiful biblical scene stain-glass windows - Small Church - Big Heart Church available for non-member weddings. Contact Church Office or email for More Information
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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.
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JEANNE
& PETER WEIGLIN - Lay Leaders Jeanne has served
as Faith United Methodist Women's Group President and is instrumental in helping our church grow.
Peter Weiglin (Certified
District Lay Leader) and Jeanne have traveled throughout Ohio bringing the 'Good News' of Jesus the Christ to all
who opens their hearts and minds to listen.
ROSE
ANN SARGENT, Master 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, Soloist, Pianist Gifted Chancel Choir Director, musical artist and songstress. Makes piano sing and her voice radiates life
and light!
WILMA MARUGG: Accomplished
Concert Pianist and former Music Teacher often adds renewed life and spirit to our services through Special Music selections
STEVE STATON - Church Treasurer Steve has both educational and financial experience to take on the challenges of this often demanding and critical
chuch position. He takes over for Carl Ungethuem who held the position for 18 years.
MAGGIE
RAABE, Chair of Worship Committee Dedicated Christian always ready to share
her faith in Jesus and her love for everyone! Maggie is the Chair of the Worship Committe, dedicated
to helping Faith family reach out and grow with the community
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