Greetings, Dear friends in Christ,

   Through this website we want to extend our hospitality of First United Methodist Church, Columbus, Indiana.  By following the links you will see...

• how to find us,
• our opportunities for Christian education, including adult, youth, and children's ministries,
• our worship through music,
• our staff,
• our newsletter,
• our facilities,
• our library,
• our outreach both locally and throughout the world,
• opporunities to particpate,
• and, you can access helpful resources for more information about our community and the United Methodist Church.

   Our members come from all walks of life. Eleven hundred strong, we are widely scattered geographically. Some walk a few steps to worship, others regularly travel more than thirty miles. Designated an "Official Welcoming Congregation" by Igniting Ministry of the UMC, our invitation to membership is open to everyone who desires to serve Christ, regardless of race, nationality, social standing or denominational background..

   Please join us... We have a welcome packet waiting for you. And, whether you attend our traditional service or our celebration service, you will be surrounded by the warmth of a beautiful and historic sanctuary, the warmth of your fellow worshipers... in the warmth of the love of our Lord.