As the year draws to a close, we invite you to consider how you can support the mission and ministries of First Church. Your generosity allows us to continue serving our community, nurturing faith, and spreading love throughout the year. Every gift, big or small, helps us strengthen our ministry, Read more…
Purdue CDF Freedom School at First Church is seeking warm and welcoming host families for the summer of 2025 to support our Servant Leader Interns (SLIs), college-age leaders who inspire and guide scholars in our program. Hosting Dates: June 1-July 27, 2025 By hosting an SLI, you provide a home Read more…
Bring the whole family to First Church (1700 Mitch Daniels Blvd., West Lafayette) on Saturday, December 7, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM for a festive and free Breakfast with Santa! This annual event, hosted in collaboration with First Church and Village Nursery School, is designed for families and their children Read more…
Giving Tuesday is on Tuesday, December 3! At First Church, we strive to make the world a better place through service and social action. There are many ways you can participate in Giving Tuesday! Here are some ideas: You can also support the mission of our church by donating to the FUMC Read more…
Greetings friends, I am excited to bring you good tidings from my life and ministry as the calendar draws to a close on my first year as one of your appointed pastors at First Church. Where has the time gone? It seems like only yesterday we were celebrating the inclusion Read more…
Talitha Huber’s journey to First Church is one of connection, faith, and a deep sense of belonging. It all began on Palm Sunday in 2024 when Talitha first walked through the doors. Charis Vander-Plaats, Director of Music and Arts, had warmly invited her to attend, creating the opportunity for that Read more…
The November 2024 Prevue features reflections from Pastor Duane Carlisle on Bishop Tracy S. Malone’s inspiring visit to the Northwest District, an introduction to Talitha Huber, our new Family Ministry Instructional Coordinator, and a heartfelt update from Pastor Kory Pritchett. Plus, get a sneak peek at upcoming Christmas and Advent Read more…
Help the Wisemen bring their gifts to Jesus, by bringing your gifts to the children of LUM Jubilee Christmas! Each year, First Church hosts LUM Jubilee to help make Christmas a little more joyful for children and families in our community. This year’s LUM Jubilee will be on Saturday, December 14 Read more…
On November 11, 2024, the Northwest District of the Indiana United Methodist Church was graced with three visits by our new episcopal leader, Bishop Tracy S. Malone, to various parts of the district. Her visit to the Greater Lafayette area was hosted by the Wesley Foundation in their interim location Read more…
Dates: November 24, December 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2024 Time: 10:00–10:50 am Location: Room 211 The Living Faithfully, Thinking Critically adult Sunday school class presents a new look at the Christmas story by Indianapolis St. Luke’s United Methodist Pastor Rob Fuquay. On the Way to Bethlehem, a four-part video and discussion series, Read more…