Posts from April 2026
New Worship Schedule Starts May 24
Following the thoughtful work of our Worship Task Force, alongside our Lay Leaders, Interim Pastor Larry Brown, and with the support of incoming Lead Pastor Steve Putka, we will begin a new worship schedule on Pentecost Sunday, May 24. Pentecost marks the birth of the Church, a moment when God’s Spirit moved in new ways among God’s people. Pentecost feels like a fitting time for us to step into something new together. Beginning that day: We’re grateful for the prayer, conversation,…
Welcome, Pastor Steve & Wendy!
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…
Update on Pastor Jon’s Role
Beloved Members and Friends of HUMC, We want to share an update regarding Pastor Jon Osmundson’s role and presence in our community as we move through this season of transition. As many of you know, Jon has faithfully served as our interim pastor between Rev. Larry Brown and Rev. Steve Putka. Our district superintendent, Jim Wilson, picked the right person for this liminal time of transition. We are deeply grateful for the steady leadership, thoughtful preaching, and pastoral care Jon…
Celebrating our Graduates
If you have a senior graduating this year—from high school, college, or a trade program—we would love to celebrate them as a church family on May 3. To make sure they’re included, please take a moment to fill out the form using the link below. We’re looking forward to honoring this important milestone together.