Batavia First United Methodist Church Blog

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Batavia First United Methodist Church

8221 Lewiston Rd.

Batavia NY 14020

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The Rev. Marilyn Kasperek

We are happy to announce that, effective September 1, 2025, The Reverend Marilyn J. Kasperek has been appointed to serve as pastor of Batavia First UMC. Her appointment to Batavia First is in addition to her current role as pastor of Oakfield United Methodist Church.

Pastor Marilyn is a graduate of United Theological Seminary in Dayton, Ohio. Her past work includes being Director of Communications for the Western NY Region of the United Methodist Church for over 25 years. And, fun fact, Pastor Marilyn also owns the Akron Bugle in Akron, NY!

Pastor Marilyn enjoys playing the flute, sewing, gardening and reading. She and her late husband have three adult daughters and seven grandchildren.

We welcome you, Pastor Marilyn. We look forward to getting to know you and to learning what great things God has in store for us together.

Our Mission and Vision

To be disciples we must listen, learn, lead and love our way to God.

Worship Times

We invite you to worship with us every Sunday morning in the church sanctuary, or by following the service live on Facebook.

Beginning September 7, 2025, our worship service will move to 9:30am.

Children’s Sunday school takes place during our worship service and nursery care is available during the service as well.

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A New Youth Group Begins!

We are very pleased to announce the formation of a new youth group at Batavia First!

The group will be a fun and safe way for young people ages 12 and older to spend time together, hear a Christian message, play games and enjoy other fun activities. There is no charge to attend. The group will meet every Sunday from 10:00-11:00 am.