The United Methodist Church of Westlake Village (UMCWV) held its first worship service in the First Neighborhood Community Center on September 15, 1969, with 30 people received as charter members. The congregation was officially chartered on May 24, 1970, and had more than 200 members by the end of that year.
Our Mission (or Purpose) is "To be a welcoming congregation nurturing disciples of Jesus Christ."
Our Music Ministry's purpose is to communicate and enhance the mission of the church and the worship of God through music. All choirs sing or ring in worship services during the year.
Vocal Choirs:
Carol Choir (age 3 up to K)
Sonshine Singers (grades K-2)
Melody Makers (grades 3-6)
Footprints (grades 7-12)
Celebration Singers (women)
Chancel Choir (College through adults)
Fishermen (Men’s chorus for special occasions)
Praise Singers (Small ensemble)
Handbell Choirs:
Tintinnabulators
Praise Ringers
Covenant Quartet
Covenant Ringers
Worship services are recorded on audiocassettes, available for previous weeks’ services on the Information Stand or through the church office.