Grant, Ia. – The Grant United Methodist Church recently welcomed a new pastor, Jessica Jacobsen of Atlantic, Ia. Jacobsen, who also serves the Villisca Methodist Church, was officially appointed to serve at Grant on Feb. 1st. With Jacobsen’s appointment, Grant UMC has changed its Sunday morning worship service to 9 a.m. During the school year, children’s Sunday School is offered during the second half of worship service. Additionally, Grant offers a 3-5 p.m. after-school program on Wednesdays.

The Grant United Methodist Church, founded in 1855, is a multi-generational church focusing on concern for its neighbors and providing a center of worship for all ages.  Worship services are celebrated at 9 a.m. each Sunday.