Answer #1 (Stay UMC)
REACH is the Respite ministry which helps so many in our community living with dementia. This ministry began as a United Methodist outreach ministry from First UMC in Montgomery. It is speculative to ask about whether another church would lead such a ministry. A new church with new leadership would have to form and offer more discernment concerning the missions, visions, and values of a newly formed church. It would be unfair to speculate if such a ministry would fit within the goals of another church. It is known that those who helped began the REACH ministry will lead this level of concern and care in Auburn as United Methodists.
Answer #2 (Pro-Disaffiliation)
As stated in the above answer, REACH helps so many in our community living with dementia. The grant money was specifically given to our church for the REACH program. Whether our church remains UMC or disaffiliates, there is no plan to discontinue this worthwhile organization. We are so thankful for this ministry and our amazing church members who volunteer with this ministry as well!