Immanuel is part of the United Methodist denomination and has been part of the community for many years. We are a church of innovation, but also of tradition. We seek to be generous in spirit, fully devoted to Jesus Christ, educated in the Word of God and wholly committed to God. We strive to be a vital part of the community of Jefferson in pursuit of social holiness and welcoming to all. Essentially, Immanuel is a place for all people to come home as well as to go out into the world to build the Kingdom of God.

We believe the goal of the Christian life is to love God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength, and to love your neighbor as you love yourself. We value passionate worship, relevant preaching, small groups to hold Christians accountable to one another, and serving those who are in need.

where  faith  and  family  meet.

2020  vision.

When the church was asked about what made Immanuel UMC special, the same answer emerges over and over: it's like being part of a family. Relationships are an important part of community. Support, connection, accountability, friendship - Immanuel is a faith-filled community and you are welcome here!

there are 8000 people in the town of Jefferson, and Immanuel UMC wants to make a vital impact in their lives. Sharing the gospel is about people connecting with people; it was true in the first century and it's true today.  Immanuel's goal is to impact the lives of 8000 people, to share the gospel and improve the community by the year 2020.

Staff   leadership

Pastor  Kellen

Pastor Kellen Roggenbuck joined the leadership of Immanuel UMC in July of 2017.  He went to school for Music Education, but found his true calling in ministry.  Prior to being appointed to Immanuel, Kellen served in full time student ministry for 11 years, using the gifts he's developed over that time to educate and engage through teaching the scripture.

Pastor Kellen has worked with all ages and all backgrounds, and loves to teach anyone about Jesus, no matter who they are.

Kellen and his wife Lindsay have a son, Levi, who can be seen running the halls of Immanuel on Sunday morning.  The whole family loves being a part of the church and is looking forward to meeting you!

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Christian   Education   Director   Megan

Megan Kexel joined Immanuel UMC in September 2018 as the Christian Education Director.  She has been raising her girls, Jaylah 5 years and Winslow “Winni” 1 year, for the last few years at home.  Prior to that Megan has been an Early Childhood Educator since 2003 and even taught Pre-Kindergarten for the state of North Carolina. 

She has a heart for working with children and seeing them come to know who Jesus is and wants to see Immanuel’s Children’s Ministry grow and thrive! 
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Outside of Ministry Megan loves spending time with her husband Jason and their children, as well as working with cows on their friends farm, watching sports (go Pack), creating art and spending time in nature! 

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