About Us
We at Slayton United Methodist are passionate about connecting people with the unconditional love of Jesus Christ, while growing in our own personal relationship with him.
Our church was founded in 1878 as a Methodist Episcopal Church and joined with Lake Wilson in 1927.
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We are a United Methodist Church. To view our beliefs, check out the United Methodist Church page.
Our Church
Our Pastor
On July 1st, 2025, Pastor Galen began serving as Pastor for both the Lake Wilson and Slayton United Methodist Church congregations. These two communities collectively form a two-point charge within the Minnesota United Methodist Church, specifically in the Prairie Winds Conference of southwest Minnesota.
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Before taking on this role, Pastor Galen and his wife Sally lived in Clarks Grove, Minnesota, where he served as a part-time Pastor for the Alden and Glenville United Methodist congregations. In June 2025, following his retirement from a thirteen-year career in Research and Development with Hormel Foods in Austin, MN, Galen, Sally, and their four dogs made the move to Slayton to accept his new pastoral appointment.​​
Pastor Galen has long felt a call toward ministry, trusting in God’s timing for each step. Four years ago, he joined the United Methodist Church and found meaningful involvement through Lay Ministry. With guidance and support, he entered the process to become a Local Licensed Pastor (LLP).
In his work with the Slayton and Lake Wilson congregations, Pastor Galen is committed to fostering relationships both within the church and throughout the local community. His goal is to lead by example, demonstrating the openness, love, and servant-hearted spirit that define these congregations and their outreach to all.