Who We Are

Our Mission & Vision

Our vision…

is to connect people to faith and each other through worship, fellowship and service to others with God’s love.

Our mission…

is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

Bernardsville United Methodist Church is located in the historic district of Bernardsville. Our small, intimate congregation has one traditional worship service on Sunday morning that showcases our high-quality music program. Discipleship and outreach activities include Bible study, scouting programs and the renowned Palmer School program for young children.

For Our Visitors

Frequently Asked Questions

What do United Methodists believe?

As a part of the worldwide United Methodist Church family, we follow a set of Bible-based, God inspired beliefs set forth by our denomination. To learn more about our beliefs, CLICK HERE.

Where should I park? Is there handicapped parking available?

There are two parking lots, the larger lot is on the west side of the church next to the Education Building and the smaller lot on the east side has handicapped parking next to the handicapped ramp.

What should I expect?

Our traditional worship service typically lasts about one hour.  Music is an important part of worship and the choir performs on most Sundays.

Do you serve Communion?

Communion is generally served on the first Sunday of the month.

What should I wear?

Please wear whatever you are comfortable in, there is no dress code and most people dress casually.

Is there Sunday School or a Nursery?

There is currently no Sunday School or nursery, but all children are welcome at worship.

Is the church available for events (i.e., weddings, funerals, etc.)?

Yes, please inquire with the pastor.

How do I join the church?

New members are always welcome, please discuss your interest with the pastor.

Who We Are

Meet Our Pastor

Rev. YoonCheol Shin

Pastor

YoonCheol Shin is a commissioned United Methodist minister who values and fosters Christ-centered, neighbor-loving communities. Born in South Korea and raised in the Dominican Republic, Yoon has witnessed the transformative works of God in diverse contexts. He encourages and supports his congregants to experience God in their daily lives. He speaks English, Korean, and Spanish and earned his Master of Divinity from Drew Theological School. Yoon is married to Kelly and lives with their two friendly dogs, Toto and Suga.

Paul Dickey

Music Director

F. Paul Dickey has served as the Director of Music at the Bernardsville United Methodist Church since 2022. He conducts the singing choir, plays the church’s pipe organ and piano to accompany the choir during worship, and leads the handbell choir as well. Mr. Dickey previously served as the Director of Music at the United Reformed Church in Somerville, New Jersey, where he directed singing and handbell choirs since the winter of 1999. He also served as organist for all the church’s worship services. Before coming to United, Mr. Dickey had served in similar positions in Presbyterian churches in New Jersey and Georgia, his longest tenure being for eighteen years at the Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church, where he developed an extensive music ministry and concert series with professional soloists and orchestra. Mr. Dickey holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Stetson University in DeLand, Florida, and a Master of Sacred Music degree from Union Theological Seminary in New York City. His military service position was on the staff of the Armed Forces School of Music in Norfolk, Virginia, where he was Music Librarian and the conductor of the Army Student Men’s Chorus. He has been a member of the Handbell Musicians of America for many years and has been a handbell clinician and festival conductor for many of their events.