March 2024 Prevue

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 up on what you’ve missed: February 2024 Prevue January 2024 Prevue First Church sends weekly emails on Thursdays and monthly prevue newsletters to keep our Read more…

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First Church’s Path to Embracing Reconciliation

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 remains actively involved in Sunday School classes and church committees, embodying a steadfast commitment to her faith and service to others. Once upon a time, Read more…

Whosoever: Embracing Love Beyond Labels

“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 was in high school, our praise band would play songs with themes similar to Rend Collective’s “Whosoever” or Crowder’s “Come as You Are,” and I Read more…

A Ministry of Reconciliation

“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 DUANE — I was reading an article by Elizabeth Berry, a coaching and communication consultant who shares her wisdom on the LinkedIn platform. The article Read more…

February 2024 Prevue

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 Prevue First Church sends weekly emails on Thursdays and monthly prevue newsletters to keep our congregation updated on the latest events, news, and happenings. Sign up Read more…

January 2024 Prevue

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 prevue newsletters to keep our congregation updated on the latest events, news, and happenings. Sign up for our weekly and monthly newsletters to stay up to date.

Save the Date: Vacation Bible School 2024

This year, First Church will be hosting JUST Like Me: Digging in & Growing Deep VBS. In this program, kids will celebrate their identity as God’s beloved creations just as they are! Through engaging lessons and activities, kids will practice sharing, asking questions, using their voice, building community, and speaking up for others. JUST Like Me VBS is open to all kids who have just completed pre-k through fifth grade. Registration opens on Monday, April Read more…

Spring 2024 Family Fun Events

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 | 4:00 – 6:00 PM Monster Mini Golf: 3573 Promenade Pkwy #300, Lafayette, IN Test your short-game at mini golf with your church family. Euchre Read more…

FUMC Foundation Scholarship Applications Now Open

Each year the First United Methodist Church (FUMC) Foundation offers scholarships to students in the community, reflecting our dedication to education. Scholarship applications for 2024 are open now through Friday, April 5, 2024. The FUMC Foundation scholarship committee will review all applications. Click on the scholarship names below to view each application: D.H. Patterson Memorial Scholarship This scholarship honors the memory of Mr. D.H. Patterson, long-time member of First United Methodist Church, the West Lafayette community, and Read more…

Congratulations to Kory Pritchett, Our New Associate Pastor

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 Bishop Trimble to fulfill the position of part-time Associate Pastor. Alongside his wife, Rebecca Pritchett, Kory brings a deep devotion to God and a genuine Read more…