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…
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…
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…
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…
First United Methodist Church West Lafayette is excited to welcome new members on Sunday, May 31, during the 11:00 AM Summer Vibes service. If you are interested in making First Church your church home, we would love to welcome you into membership. To learn more, please contact Pastor Duane at Read more…
From Pastor Duane & the First Church Staff Team Dear Church, We’re excited to try something new this summer—beginning on Pentecost Sunday (May 24). As schedules shift and life fills with travel, family time, and the rhythms of the season, we’re moving to one unified worship service at 11:00 AM. Read more…
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…
First Church wants to celebrate our graduates on Sunday, May 17. If you or a family member is graduating this spring or has graduated in the time since last May, please let us know. We want to honor you! Please tell us the following: Deadline: Send an email to rkroeschen@fumcwl.org at the church Read more…