Church Profile
Service Times
We offer three distinct worship services every Sunday:
8:00 AM Traditional (Sanctuary) – A classic service with hymns, liturgy, and a meaningful message.
9:00 AM Contemporary (The Gathering) – A modern, engaging service with worship music and a relaxed atmosphere.
11:00 AM Traditional (Sanctuary) – A rich, time-honored service with choir, organ, and scripture-based preaching.
Families are an important part of our church! Nursery care is available for infants through Pre-K during all worship services, and we offer Sunday School for kids and adults during the 10:00 AM hour. Children ages 3 through 1st grade can also participate in Wiggler Worship during the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM services.
(919) 832-7535
Reverend Kevin Baker, Amanda Rigby, and Ashley Griffith
Our Mission
ESUMC invites all people to know, love, and serve God, each other, and the world.
Vision
A spiritually alive and connected community where lives are transformed and Christ’s hope is shared with neighbors near and far.
Mission
ESUMC invites all people to know, love, and serve God, each other, and the world.
Core Values
Centered: Our identity is centered in the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The teachings of Jesus are our primary source of inspiration, guidance, and unity. We worship the one true God and seek to be led and shaped by the Holy Spirit.
Connectional: We believe in the inherent worth and dignity of all people. All are invited, embraced, and belong at God’s table. We provide pathways for connection to experience the healing power of God, to develop healthy relationships, and to strengthen the social fabric of our community.
Curious: We embrace questions and recognize that answers aren’t always easy or clear. We encourage listening, learning, and dialogue to deepen our faith. God made us creative people, and we strive to explore new insights and opportunities to follow the teachings of Jesus.
Compassionate: We care deeply for each other and our world. We seek to follow Christ’s example of how to act justly, forgive freely, walk humbly, listen respectfully, and give generously. We seek to express our gratitude for God’s many gifts by sharing the message of Christ and actively serving one another and our neighbors with joy, warmth, and kindness.
One thing that will never change:
Sharing Christ from the heart of Raleigh.
LATEST REVIEWS
5/5
Brenda
S.
Member
Edenton Street UMC is where I find community in Raleigh as the city continues to grow. At ESUMC I have friends I can celebrate when new opportunities occur in my life or count on when I have health or family issues. There are many ways to connect from lunches together to...
Read more About Edenton Street United Methodist Church ESUMC
At Edenton Street United Methodist Church, you will find a warm and welcoming community that invites you to experience God’s love in a meaningful way. Whether you are new to faith, looking for a church home, or just visiting, you are welcome and wanted here!
Located in the heart of Downtown Raleigh, ESUMC has been a place of worship, connection, and service for generations. Though we are a historic church, we are also a vibrant and growing community that seeks to invite all people to know, love, and serve God, each other, and the world.
What to Expect
We offer three distinct worship services every Sunday:
8:00 AM Traditional (Sanctuary) – A classic service with hymns, liturgy, and a meaningful message.
9:00 AM Contemporary (The Gathering) – A modern, engaging service with worship music and a relaxed atmosphere.
11:00 AM Traditional (Sanctuary) – A rich, time-honored service with choir, organ, and scripture-based preaching.
Families are an important part of our church! Nursery care is available for infants through Pre-K during all worship services, and we offer Sunday School for kids and adults during the 10:00 AM hour. Children ages 3 through 1st grade can also participate in Wiggler Worship during the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM services.
Denomination / Affiliation:
United Methodist
Service and Sermon Style:
Liturgical
Dress Style:
casual
Average Age of Attendees:
40-50
Community Projects:
Over-24
Primary Language:
English
MINISTRIES AND GROUPS
Church Ministries
Kids
Youth
College
Men’s
Women’s
Sunday School
Adult
Small Groups
Recovery Group
Choir
Groups and Public Services
Daycare
Mother’s Day Out
Weddings and Receptions
Funerals
Radio or TV Program
Vacation Bible School
Kids Summer Camp
BELIEFS
More Than a Church—A Community
Our vision is to be a spiritually alive and connected church where lives are transformed, and Christ’s hope is shared with neighbors near and far. Our core values—Centered, Connectional, Curious, and Compassionate—guide everything we do, from worship to small groups to outreach.
When you are full of questions or full of faith
When you know your purpose or are still searching
When you are lonely and hurting or feel seen and valued
When you are ready to serve or ready to be cared for
**No matter who you are, where you’re from, or who you love—**we are more like the people God is calling us to be with you here.
We would love for you to visit, worship with us, and experience the warmth of our community firsthand. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out—we look forward to meeting you!
Primary Bible Version Used:
Multiple Versions Used
Baptism:
Infants
Communion Frequency:
Weekly
Healing and Charismatic Gifts:
Open But Cautious
Regularly Practice:
Praying the Lord’s Prayer
MAP
Edenton Street United Methodist Church ESUMC is a Methodist Church located in Zip Code 27603.
Church Profile Manager: Edenton Communications