At First United Methodist Church West Lafayette, we embrace and celebrate the complexities of our faith, our world, and each other. Whoever you are, and wherever you are in your spiritual journey, you are welcome here.
We, the people of First United Methodist Church West Lafayette, welcome everyone, through all life’s stages, with arms that are open, respectful, and loving.
And by everyone, we mean regardless of a person’s sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, race, ability, bank balance, or background. As a Reconciling Congregation, we welcome you into our church family, for it is by joining hands that we support one another and share our faith journey together. Whoever you are, and wherever you are in your spiritual journey, you are welcome here.
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The postponed General Conference of the United Methodist Church is just around the corner! General Conference is scheduled for April 23 through May 3, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina. There is much that can happen Read more…
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Location
The church building is located at the northwest corner of U.S. 231 and Mitch Daniels Boulevard (formerly State Street) in West Lafayette, just west of the Purdue Horticulture Park.