In February 2026, First United Methodist Church of West Lafayette (First Church) shared the exciting news that we are creating a new website to better serve our congregation and community. Made possible through a Resource Grant from the Center for Congregations, this project reflects a shared commitment to strengthening how Read more…
In this edition of the Prevue, Pastor Duane Carlisle shares a reflection on the spirit behind our Summer Vibes worship series. We also celebrate Ronda Kroeschen’s many years of faithful service to First Church, featuring heartfelt messages from members of our church family, and welcome Mindy Kuney as our new Read more…
This summer, join us each Sunday at 11:00 AM for Summer Vibes! Come as you are and experience meaningful worship, inspiring music, and a message of hope as we gather together in faith and community. Everyone is welcome. We also have several special services planned throughout the summer: Sunday, June Read more…
We are excited to welcome Mindy Kuney as our new Director of Administration and Missional Services at First Church, beginning in July! In her role, Mindy will oversee the administrative operations of First Church, support staff and ministry teams, and help advance our mission of serving the congregation and community. Read more…
As part of our Summer Vibes worship series, join us on Sunday, June 28, at 11:00 AM for a special Pride-themed worship service celebrating God’s love for all people and our commitment to being a welcoming community for everyone. We are honored to welcome two special guests: Rabbi Adam Bellows Read more…
Photo credit: INUMC Annual Conference First United Methodist Church West Lafayette attended the 2026 Indiana United Methodist (INUMC) Annual Conference held June 3-6 at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Indianapolis, Indiana. We are grateful to Pastor Duane Carlisle, Pastor Kory Pritchett, Charis Vander Plaats, Diana Hoke, and Anna Clark Read more…
Date: Sunday, June 28 Time: 4:00-6:00 PM Location: Happy Hollow Park, Shelter 1 After years of faithful service to First Church, Ronda Kroeschen is retiring. We invite you to join us in celebrating Ronda and expressing our gratitude for the many ways she has supported our congregation through her presence, dedication, and care. Read more…
Enter the Contest by Tuesday, June 16 Do you have a joke worthy of a legendary dad-eye roll? We’re looking for the punniest, most groan-worthy dad jokes in the congregation! Submit your best clean, family-friendly dad joke to Ronda at rkroeschen@fumcwl.org by Tuesday, June 16, to enter our Dad Joke Read more…
Date: Friday, June 19, 2026 Time: 11:30 AM-6:00 PM Location: Columbian Park, Green Tent (on the lawn outside of the water park) Join us to celebrate freedom on Friday, June 19, at Columbian Park. We will be gathering from 11:30 AM until the park closes at 6:00 PM. First Church Read more…
This spring, the First Church community garden has steadily taken shape through the hard work and dedication of volunteers and leaders like Talitha Huber, First Church Family Ministry Instructional Coordinator. Over the past several weeks, the garden space has transformed from preparation work into a flourishing area filled with raised Read more…