The Way — The Final Steps of the Journey Throughout Lent we have been walking “The Way,” inspired by the ancient pilgrimage of the Camino de Santiago—a sacred journey traveled by seekers for more than a thousand years. Pilgrims on the Camino say the final days of the journey are the most Read more…
First Church is seeking a part-time Worship Technology Coordinator to help support and oversee the technology that enhances our worship and outreach. View the job posting to learn more. To apply, please send a brief expression of interest or resume to Brianna Ginn (FUMC Staff Parish Relation Chair) at fumc.west.lafayette@gmail.com.
In this edition of the Prevue, Pastor Duane Carlisle invites us into 2026 with a “come and see” reflection that sets the tone for a year of welcome and deeper connection. Inside, you’ll find an announcement about our new grant-funded website, an introduction to Family Ministry Team Member Milly Coolman, Read more…
By Pastor Duane Carlisle I told this story in my sermon recently, but I really wanted to share it again here. It’s one of those stories that quietly reminds me why community and relationships matter so much—what sociologist Robert Putnam called social capital in his book Bowling Alone. Social capital Read more…
My name is Milly, I’m 19 years old and I’m studying psychology in the Lafayette area! I love dancing, singing, hanging out with family and friends, and watching movies! I am a Family Ministry Team Member! My role is to help support members by providing care for children during services, Read more…
First United Methodist Church of West Lafayette is beginning work on a new website designed to better serve our congregation and community, made possible through a Resource Grant from the Center for Congregations. This grant supports Indiana congregations as they invest in resources that strengthen their capacity and advance their Read more…
By Pastor Duane Carlisle John 1:35–42 (NRSVUE) The next day John again was standing with two of his disciples, and as he watched Jesus walk by, he exclaimed, “Look, here is the Lamb of God!” The two disciples heard him say this, and they followed Jesus. When Jesus turned and Read more…
Lent is a season of reflection, and this year we journey together along The Way—inspired by the ancient practice of pilgrimage and the modern story told in The Way, set along the Camino de Santiago. Across centuries, people of faith have discovered that intentional journeys—on roads, paths, and even familiar Read more…
Want to be part of the magic that streams our services to the world? The First Church Tech Team is seeking volunteers. It’s easy and all takes place upstairs in a tech booth. No tech experience required! Ideally, we would have two people running the boards at each service. For Read more…
Let’s Sing: Join the Chancel Choir Our choir would love to have you join it. They sing for us at the 11 AM services on the second and fourth Sundays, as well as Palm and Easter Sundays. Our singers rehearse weekly September through May from 7:15-8:15 PM. Then they offer Read more…