ABOUT US
We hope Whaley United Methodist Church feels like home to every single person who walks through our doors. You will not find a perfect person at Whaley, rather you will see we are all human and lifelong students of Jesus simply striving to love like Him. You are invited to experience our Sunday worship service, enjoy music, and make an impact on people in need through our different ministries and outreach opportunities.
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We gather for worship together every Sunday at 10:30 am in the sanctuary, online via Facebook live, or on your radio at 94.7FM in the church parking lot. Our music incorporates both traditional hymns and occasionally contemporary songs, We strive to be intergenerational in all we do, so children are always invited to worship with their families. We believe that words and images in worship matter, and they should welcome all without pain or barrier. We seek to imitate Christ's language of peace and equality and therefore speak of inclusion, deliverance, and justice for all people.
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"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened for you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened."
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Matthew 7:7-8
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OUR MISSION
To make new disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
​WHAT WE DO
We choose the stairway to heaven versus heat hotter than a Texas summer, so we are all things Jesus. Seriously though, we worship on Sundays, sing along when the music plays, do missions stuff, and more.
OUR DENOMINATION
Whaley is affiliated with the United Methodist Church, a Christian denomination. Learn more about the Christian beliefs of the UMC and other important FAQ.
MEET OUR SENIOR PASTOR
Melissa Hatch is so excited to be serving as Whaley's newest pastor. A lifelong Methodist and Aggie, she loves preaching, teaching, and missions and helping people find a place to belong. She received her Bachelor's Degree in English from Texas A&M and her Masters' of Divinity from Brite Divinity School at TCU. She is an ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church and previously served at Button Memorial UMC, Prosper UMC, First UMC of Plano, and Custer Road UMC. Melissa is married to Michael, a teacher at Prosper High School, and they have 2 young adult children, Madeline and Mitchell. She loves napping, spending time with her family and three dogs, Trevor, Ollie, and Maizey, and reading all types of books. She also really enjoys traveling and all things Disney! She is also active in community theatre so maybe you will get a chance to catch her onstage.
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Photo by Paula Ward Photography
The Music
Whaley United Methodist Church is blessed with the musical leadership of Clint Kelly, our dedicated music director, and the exceptional talent of our pianist, Shengjie Liu. Together, they bring beauty, joy, and inspiration to every worship service. Under Clint’s guidance, the church choir thrives as a welcoming group of singers who share their gifts to uplift the congregation and enrich our worship experience. With Shengjie’s heartfelt artistry at the piano and Clint’s passion for music ministry, Whaley’s music program continues to be a cherished part of our church family.
Clint Kelly
Hello! I'm Clint Kelley, the new Music Minister here at Whaley UMC. I'm thrilled to be serving this community and can't wait to make music with you all. With 20+ years of experience in music ministry, I've had the privilege of working with various churches and ensembles. My passion is creating an atmosphere where people can worship and connect with God through music. When I'm not making music, you can find me at home with my wonderful wife Courtney and our two kids Caroline and Charlie. I'm looking forward to getting to know you and making beautiful music together.
Shenjie Liu
Shengjie is currently pursuing a Doctoral of Musical Arts in Piano Performance at the University of North Texas. Shengjie has amassed a rich academic and professional journey that resonates with musical achievements and teaching experiences across prestigious institutions. Shengjie has made contributions to music through various roles. During 2021-2023, He served as an Associate Instructor at Indiana University, where he shared his expertise with college students to foster future musicians' development and contribute to the vibrant music community. His role as a Teaching Assistant at the University of North Texas allowed him to expand his musicianship in solo and chamber music and collaborative arts, where he has been appointed as the pianist of the UNT Marie A. Moore Trio since 2023.