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.
First Up Worship — 9:00 AM Sundays
In-Person and Online
This service is contemporary and fresh. For praise-worship lovers and early risers.
Celebrate Worship — 11:00 AM Sundays
In Person and Online
A blend of classic and newer worship elements that has something for all ages.
In inclement weather, please check WLFI or our Facebook page for possible church closings.
First United Methodist Church is a welcoming community. If you are interested in connecting with other members of our community or serving with us to support the people of Lafayette and the world, click below for more information.
Last month at our Charge Conference, First Church joined with other congregations at St. Andrews UMC to explore a taste of Messy Church. We enjoyed a light meal and then we played with various hands-on Read more…
Join the Staff Parish Relations Committee in a FUMC Christmas tradition of giving a Christmas gift to our pastors and staff as a way of showing our appreciation from throughout the year and say Merry Read more…
Rediscover the gift of Advent that comes without packages, ribbons and bows. This Advent season we will look at a familiar holiday classic through the lens of faith and see how Christ speaks to us Read more…
The church building is located at the northwest corner of U.S. 231 and State Street in West Lafayette, just west of the Purdue Horticulture Park.
1700 W. State Street
West Lafayette, IN 47906