Making God’s Love Real

At White Plains United Methodist Church, we are a welcoming, Christ-centered community dedicated to faith, service, and fellowship in Cary, NC. Whether you’re seeking a place to grow spiritually, connect with others, or make a difference in the world, you’ll find a home here. Our vibrant ministries, uplifting worship services, and commitment to outreach help us live out God’s love in tangible ways.

Join us for Sunday worship, small groups, and events designed to nurture your faith and strengthen our community. No matter where you are on your spiritual journey, you are welcome at White Plains UMC.

Discover a church in Cary that feels like home.

Sanctuary Closed for Repairs

Our White Plains UMC Sanctuary is closed and off-limits while ceiling repairs are underway.

The repairs are expected to last until Mid-July and our 11 am English Speaking Sanctuary service has been temporarily relocated to the Christian Life Center during this time.

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Mission Statement

White Plains United Methodist Church is a Disciple-Making Church on Mission for God

Ephesians 4:4-6

White Plains United Methodist Church is a Lighthouse Congregation of The North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church, in partnership with The United Methodist Collective and the Office of New Faith Communities.

Welcoming Wellness – Empowering Mental Health Caregivers

Welcoming Wellness is a mental health ministry for the church and the entire community. This initiative is designed to provide education and helpful resources for caregivers of adolescents and adults experiencing mental health issues. Professionals are brought in monthly to provide in-person presentations. These presentations are also live-streamed on Zoom as a Webinar and are available later on demand from our website. All information can be found on our website.

Latest Sermons

The Great Commission

Church on the Street Sunday, May 31 Traditions worship service. Join us for Church on the Street Sunday! Pastor Rob will share a message on Matthew 28, the Great Commission, where Jesus commands us to go out into the world and make disciples. Matthew 28:16-20

I Wish Everyone Would Prophesy

Pentecost Sunday, May 24 Combined worship service. This Sunday, our three worship services will be combined into one joyful spirit-filled service of worship at 11 AM in the Christian Life Center. Pastor Edith will be preaching and all are invited to join this celebration. In honor of Pentecost everyone is invited to wear red. Acts 2:1-21 Numbers 11:24-30

White Plains UMC is a “Safe Sanctuaries” Church

We are committed to best practices to protect children, youth, and vulnerable adults. All paid staff and volunteers in our ministries are screened and trained on how to create atmospheres where all of God’s children can be safe and welcome.

Stephen Ministers are here for you in your time of need

Are you overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain? Have you experienced loss? Are you struggling to keep a positive outlook after a Pandemic year? Are you wrestling with your faith?

Stephen Ministers in particular walk alongside someone during their time of emotional, physical, or spiritual need, listening to, praying for, and loving that person along the way, providing in-depth one-on-one, confidential care.

Estimate of Giving 2026

“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” James 1:17

Next Events

Church Fundraiser for WPUMC in Spanish

  • 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Enjoy 4 delicious tacos for $10 We will have Beef, Chicken, Pork, and Vegetarian Options Tacos will be ready to serve/sell at 10am! Come get yours before you go home!
Light of Day Book Club - June 2026

Light of Day Book Club

  • 3:00 pm
Tuesday, June 16th at 3 pm Our June selection is Runs in the Family: An Incredible True Story of Football, Fatherhood, and Belonging, by Sarah Spain and Deland McCullough. Football coach Deland McCullough’s world was forever changed when his adoption records were unsealed, revealing a hidden past that would profoundly shape his understanding of himself and his family and make him question the choices we make as parents and as children.  Join us on Tuesday, June 16 at 3:00 pm in the…

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Location Details

313 SE Maynard Road Cary, NC 27511

  • Office Hours:
    Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

    Worship Services & Times on Sundays:

    Worship in English | CLC @ 9:00 am | Sanctuary @ 11:00 am | Online @ 11:00am

    Worship in Spanish | In-Person at 11:00 am

  • (919)467-9394

  • communications​@wpumc.com