Porter Free Methodist Church

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The "Free Methodist" Name

People sometimes ask: "What's the difference between Free Methodists and Methodists? "Why are they called Free Methodists?

The mission of the Free Methodist Church is to make known to all people everywhere God's call to wholeness through forgiveness and holiness in Jesus Christ, and to invite into membership and to equip for ministry all who respond in faith. Let us look at the Methodist part of the name first. "Methodist"

As the name implies, Free Methodists trace their heritage back to original Methodism as led by its founder, John Wesley. When Methodism came to America, churches and annual conferences spread across the land. In 1860, in western New York and Illinois, the Free Methodist Church came into being. In New York a group of 1,000 Methodist laymen held several conventions and were joined by evangelical Methodist pastors. On August 23, 1860, the new denomination came into being. "Free"

Issues that were important to them included slavery in America. While the mother church did not take a stand, those who took the name "Free" Methodist opposed slavery. Another issue in that time was the widespread practice of renting and selling church pews, thus relegating the poor to benches in the back of the sanctuary. "Free" Methodists called for free seats for all and emphasized tithes and offerings to support the church's ministries. Freedom in worship, in contrast to deadening formalism, was also important to "Free" Methodists. As a result, the newly named Free Methodists sought to maintain the heritage of original Methodism with its warm-hearted, biblical message and lifestyle.

10/29/2026

Gossip is like a knife in the back. Instead of hurting others, our words of praise and encouragement can help to heal people. Put down the put-downs, and try some words of love instead.

10/28/2026

Are you a peacemaker or are you perpetually ready for a fight? God wants you to experience his peace and to live at peace with others. Next time you feel like lashing out at someone, take a breath, say a prayer, and walk away. You won't regret it.

10/28/2026

Missionaries Ken and Marla will be giving a short update on their work in Haiti this Sunday, November 1st.

10/27/2026

Is Jesus the king on the throne of your life? Or have you taken his seat?

10/26/2026

Try it. You might like it.

10/25/2026

10-25-26 Morning Worship

10/25/2026

Sermon notes for Oct. 25, 2026

10/25/2026

Can you love those who are different than you? God does it all the time. Instead of just seeing differences, try to see the similarities between yourself and others. And celebrate the differences as gifts from God.

10/24/2026

Hope to see you at the Buck Pole!

10/24/2026

How do you view the things that God has blessed you with? Are they things that you willingly share, or are they things you will fight hard to keep all to yourself? You have been blessed by God to be a blessing to others, not a hoarder of the gifts God has given you. Be generous not greedy.

Address

2411 W Pine River Road
Breckenridge, MI
48615

Opening Hours

10am - 12pm

Telephone

+19898423002

Website

https://app.easytithe.com/app/giving/porterfmc

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