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Welcome to Buncombe Street United Methodist Church

Buncombe Street MethodistA large church in downtown Greenville, SC, Buncombe Street United Methodist Church has remained committed to scriptural holiness since our beginnings in 1834. Through an offering of wonderful programs of mission and outreach we work to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ.

We extend to you an invitation to worship with us on Sundays and Wednesdays. If you are looking for a church home, consider Buncombe Street as your house of worship.

 
Get Involved

Volunteer

Rise!
Each member has pledged to support the church with prayers, presence, gifts and service. Opportunities abound at Buncombe Street for large and small group study, worship, prayer, outreach, missions, music and leisure ministries. Persons seeking to become involved in one or several of the important ministries at Buncombe Street are encouraged to contact Alane Kelley at 232-7341 and she will direct you to the appropriate ministry team for involvement.
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Worship Schedule

Sunday Contemporary Worship
8:45 AM Spirit-to-spirit (Sisk Hall)

Sunday Traditional Worship Services
9:00 AM Worship (Sanctuary)
11:00 AM Worship (Sanctuary)

Sunday Christian Education
10:00 AM Sunday School

Wednesday Building-U (August-May)
5:00 PM Supper in Drake Hall
6:00 PM Assorted activities for everyone!

Sunday Worship and Healing Service
5:00 PM Memorial Chapel (second Sunday of every month)

 
Spirit to spirit
Church News & Info

Women at the WellWomen at the Well strives to extend the transforming presence of Jesus Christ to all women within the community. Women in all seasons of life will find a safe place to form and nurture relationships with other women and with God. All women are welcomed and encouraged to be part of the Women at the Well. A kick-off dinner is planned on September 18 at 6:30 PM and childcare will be provided. Then on September 25, the Thursday Bible Studies will begin. You are invited to Thirsty Thursday for coffee, fellowship, a devotional, and a variety of exciting bible studies. Whether morning, noon, or evening, Thirsty Thursday will offer exciting programs for women of all ages. As fall approaches additional information on all of the programs will be available. 


 Man Up! 9.14.08is a celebration of our church's men's ministry. All BSUMC men are invited and encouraged to reserve this date for this very special event scheduled Sunday, September 14, 2008, from 5:00-7:00 PM at the church.


A weekly e-newsletter is sent each Friday to subscribers. If you would like to receive the weekly updates, click here to subscribe.


BSUMC publishes a monthly newsletter. Click to download a copy of the current issue. Last month's issue is also available for download. Click to download a copy.


The weekly church bulletins are available. Click to download a copy of Sunday's bulletin. For last week's bulletin, click on this link.

 
Location and Parking

Auto Decals
Buncombe Street parking decals are available at the front office from receptionist Gail Flowers or one of the volunteers working in the front office. Place the decal on the car’s rear windshield!

Parking Lots (Click Here to View Parking Map)
The parking lot on Buncombe Street that is directly across from the main steps to the sanctuary is available to Buncombe Street UMC members at all times.

The Richardson Street lot is used for monthly subscribers during weekday business hours.

Please, do not park in the Lacher’s Jewelers` lot before 7:00 PM Monday through Saturday.

The church parking lot on College Street is closest to the Reid entrance and is reserved during all worship services for the handicapped and adults over age 80.

 
200 Buncombe Street, Greenville, South Carolina 29601 | Phone: 864-232-7341 | 2008-09 Buncombe Street United Methodist Church |*|