Posts from February 2026
Listening Sessions Scheduled
We invite you to attend a listening session, hosted by HR professional and HUMC member Dawn Shrimplin, along with Interim Pastor Larry Brown and SPPRC chair Marilyn Hoeflinger. They will explain the United Methodist policies and procedures around the appointment of pastors and try to clear up any misinformation, and there will be plenty of time for you to ask your questions and share your feelings on the recent transition of Pastor April Blaine. We’re hoping these will help us…
New Lead Pastor Announced
We have the joy of announcing the Rev. Steve Putka as the new Senior Pastor of Hilliard United Methodist Church. Pastor Steve is an ordained Elder in the West Ohio Conference of The United Methodist Church, and he brings with him a rich and varied background in ministry. He has served in local churches, non-profit organizations, and higher-education settings, offering leadership in organizational development, program creation, public relations, fundraising, and student growth and development. Steve is licensure-eligible and experienced as…
Welcome Interim Pastor Larry Brown
February 13, 2026 Dear Friends, Our Staff Pastor Parish Relations Committee is grateful to share that the Rev. Larry Brown has joined us as Interim Pastor. He started this past Monday, February 9, and will serve with us through Easter Sunday, April 5. Rev. Brown is a retired elder in the West Ohio Conference and formerly served at Powell United Methodist Church. He brings with him a deep love for the local church, a steady pastoral presence, and many years of experience…