Registration for First Church Vacation Bible School (VBS) is now open! Our JUST Like Me: Digging in & Growing Deep program is June 3-7, 2024, from 9-11:30 AM, and is open to all kids who have just completed pre-k through fifth grade. Register online here. You can also register by Read more…
Barbara Krause has been a devoted Methodist since the early 1950s when she joined the MYF group in Indianapolis. A member of First Church since 1962, she’s served in various roles, including secretary of the Administrative Board, usher, greeter, liturgist, communion steward, women’s circle leader, and volunteer office receptionist. Barbara Read more…
“There’s no audition for true love. No matter what, you don’t have to earn it. If you’ve ever felt like an outcast, there’s good news if you’ve never heard it: God so loved the world He never left you out of it.” -“Whosoever,” Rend Collective PASTOR KORY — When I Read more…
“All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting the message of reconciliation to us.” 2 Corinthians 5:18-19 NRSV PASTOR Read more…
In this month’s prevue, we explore what it means to be a “Reconciling Ministry.” Pastor Duane, Pastor Kory, and congregant Barbara Krouse share their stories. Download the March 2024 Prevue here or click on the image below to view the full issue. Scroll down to view past monthly prevues. Catch Read more…
In this month’s prevue, we celebrate Kory Pritchett’s ministry journey and new position as First Church Associate Pastor! Download the February 2024 Prevue here or click on the image below to view the full issue. Scroll down to view past monthly prevues. Catch up on what you’ve missed: January 2024 Read more…
In this month’s prevue, we reflect on the incredible journey we shared in 2023, and set our sights on the future of First Church. Download the January 2024 Prevue here or click on the image below to view the full issue. First Church sends weekly emails on Thursdays and monthly Read more…
This spring, create lasting memories with your church family at our exciting Family Fun Events! All ages are invited to enjoy these free activities including mini-golf, Euchre, and much more. To RSVP for an event or ask questions, please contact Diane Dahlgren at ddahlgren@fumcwl.org. Mini Golf Sunday, March 24, 2024 Read more…
On Sunday, February 11, 2024, we joyously welcomed Kory Pritchett into his new role as First Church’s Associate Pastor. With great anticipation, we embrace Kory’s leadership as he embarks on this exciting chapter of his ministry journey. Formerly serving as our Worship & Connections Pastor, Kory has been appointed by Read more…
First Church 2023 By the Numbers As we embark on a new year filled with hope and community spirit, take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we shared in 2023. From the number of lives touched through outreach programs to the moments of joy celebrated in our sanctuary, Read more…