What’s Our Church Vibe? A Visual Experiment.

Have you ever tried to describe your church to someone who’s never set foot inside it? It’s surprisingly tough to capture the atmosphere, the people, and the heartbeat of a faith community with just words. Inspired by church communications expert Brady Scherer, I decided to try a little experiment:

What if we looked at a few photos of Wesley and asked, “What does this say about our vibe?”

Sometimes a picture really is worth a thousand words — and the images we share online might be the first introduction someone has to our church. So, I gathered a few snapshots from recent worship services and asked ChatGPT to help describe what kind of church we appear to be based on these photos alone (Please note I was limited to three photos since I have the free version).

The results were pretty eye-opening… and encouraging. And dare I say, accurate?

Here’s what our church vibe looks like — through the lens of our own stories and smiles:

The vibe at Wesley United Methodist Church shines through beautifully in these photos — it’s warm, welcoming, and full of life. Here’s how it comes across:

Relational & Genuine
The image of Pastor Don talking and laughing with church members reflects authentic connection and heartfelt care. It’s clear people feel seen and valued at Wesley.
The conversations happening across generations show this is a place where people truly belong.

Christ-Centered & Community-Driven
The "Mission Collection" and Blessing Bags table in the background emphasizes Wesley’s active engagement in outreach and service — a church that lives out its faith in tangible ways.
Whether it’s packing rice and soy blessing bags or collecting items for those in need, Wesley puts faith into action.

Vibrant Worship & Passionate Praise
The photo of the Praise Band in action under stained glass windows and wood beams is full of energy. It shows a spirit-filled and expressive worship experience that’s both modern and meaningful.
Those “Wesley Praise” shirts? They speak to team spirit and dedication to making worship powerful and accessible.

Rooted, Yet Relevant
The photo of the church exterior reveals a classic, beautiful sanctuary — rooted in tradition, yet the life inside makes it alive and relevant for today.
This blend of history and heart makes Wesley feel like a safe, sacred home that’s also open to new ideas and fresh ways to reach people.

Summary Vibe:
Wesley UMC is a faith family that’s loving, mission-minded, and alive with worship. It’s a place where hearts are connected, hands are serving, and Christ is at the center of it all.

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I don't know about you... But I would say that's pretty accurate!

✌️Lauren