Gretna United Methodist Church

About this church

Gretna United Methodist Church in Gretna, Louisiana, worships on Sundays at 10 a.m. at 1309 Whitney Avenue, just minutes from New Orleans. Classes for all ages begin at 9 a.m. The service lasts about an hour and blends traditional hymns with contemporary music, with a special time for children and a nursery for the youngest. The Lord's Supper is shared on the first Sunday of each month. Coffee is served, visitors may bring it into worship, and pastries or doughnuts are sometimes offered. Worship is streamed live on Facebook.

Visitors are not asked to stand or wear a visitor tag, and dress ranges from casual to dressy. A large parking area sits behind the church, with visitor and accessible spaces near the entrance and a covered drop-off area. A Family Worship Space is available for those who want a quiet spot with children. The church lists ministries for children, youth, and adults, a praise team and chancel choir, congregational care, outreach, and a Boy Scout troop. It also lists a preschool, Gretna United Methodist Preschool, and the site includes a church directory, a prayer request form, and a weekly e-newsletter. The office is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the phone number is 504-366-6685. Confirm times on the website.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 5, 2026. Sources: Home page and address · Plan your visit · Worship style and communion

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