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…
In this article, Yoonie Lee reflects on her outreach work with the Family Ministries Team at First Church, using shared interests to build trust and empathy with young individuals near Purdue University. By gradually introducing Bible verses and spiritual conversations, she fostered a positive reconsideration of the church as a Read more…
The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad,the desert shall rejoice and blossom;like the crocus it shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice with joy and singing.Isaiah 35:1-2 Rebecca Eyrick is part of the family ministry team at First United Methodist Church. A senior at Purdue University studying Environmental Public Health, Read more…
Mark your calendars to join us in congratulating Ellen Wilson for 35 years of music ministry! Ellen has announced her retirement on August 31, 2021. We are so blessed that we were gifted with 15 wonderful years of Ellen’s leadership at First United Methodist Church in West Lafayette. We are Read more…
Dear Sisters and Brothers of FUMC, After, almost 38 years of ministry at FUMC, I am announcing my official third and final retirement from the staff. My roles have been varied and I have loved each phase of ministry. Many of you, have blessed and nurtured me personally, and spiritually. Read more…