Worship

We look forward to you joining us in worship! We welcome you to come as you are to praise, worship and grow in your faith. Is this your first visit? Here’s what to expect.
 

Celebration Worship

Sundays – 9 a.m.
Sunday Celebration Worship includes hymns lead by our pipe organ, use of hymnals, music from our choirs, pastors wearing robes, and other elements sometimes considered to be “traditional.”

Praise Worship

Sundays – 10:30 a.m.
Sunday Praise Worship includes praise songs and hymns led by our praise band and singers, with most songs and group readings projected on a screen. Pastors usually don’t wear robes, and they present a Children’s Time where the children gather in the front of the sanctuary.

The Gathering

Wednesdays – 6 p.m. – Crossroads
The Gathering worship at Crossroads is a smaller, more informal setting to experience the week’s scriptures and message.

Please join us on Tuesday evenings, 6:30-7:30, at Crossroads Ministry Center, 2095 W. Fair Ave.

On October 1, we will be celebrating World Communion Sunday. As a salute to the different cultures of the world, we are inviting you to share souvenirs from your travels for display on the altar (no flags, idols, or weapons). Please bring them to church September 24. If you have questions, please contact John Coen.

Sunday School

Sunday school and Christian education classes are held for nursery through adult, no matter where you are in your faith journey. View our class schedule here.
 

Youth Services

We invite our youth in junior and senior high school to attend our weekly group gatherings and special events. View our youth events here.
 

Oct 1, 2023
“For the Long Haul: Grace Under Fire”
Exodus 17:1-7; Matthew 21:23-32
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  • Oct 1, 2023“For the Long Haul: Grace Under Fire”
    Oct 1, 2023
    “For the Long Haul: Grace Under Fire”
    Exodus 17:1-7; Matthew 21:23-32
  • Sep 24, 2023“For the Long Haul: The Burden of the Day”
    Sep 24, 2023
    “For the Long Haul: The Burden of the Day”
    Exodus 16:2-15; Matthew 20:1-16
  • Sep 17, 2023“The Journey Begins: How Many times?”
    Sep 17, 2023
    “The Journey Begins: How Many times?”
    Exodus 14:19-31; Matthew 18:21-35
  • Sep 10, 2023“The Journey Begins: What Is the Sign?” 10:30 Praise Worship Livestream
    Sep 10, 2023
    “The Journey Begins: What Is the Sign?” 10:30 Praise Worship Livestream
    Exodus 12:1-14; Matthew 18:15-20
  • Sep 10, 2023“The Journey Begins: What Is the Sign?” 9:00 Worship Celebration Livestream
    Sep 10, 2023
    “The Journey Begins: What Is the Sign?” 9:00 Worship Celebration Livestream
    Exodus 12:1-14; Matthew 18:15-20
  • Sep 3, 2023“The Journey Begins: Who Am I?”
    Sep 3, 2023
    “The Journey Begins: Who Am I?”
    Exodus 3:1-15; Matthew 16:21-28
  • Aug 27, 2023“The Journey Begins: Who Do You Say I Am?”
    Aug 27, 2023
    “The Journey Begins: Who Do You Say I Am?”
    Exodus 1:8-2:10; Matthew 16:13-20
  • Aug 20, 2023“What Do You Seek from God?”
    Aug 20, 2023
    “What Do You Seek from God?”
    Genesis 45:1-15; Matthew 15:21-28
  • Aug 13, 2023“Who Do You Long to Be?” 10:30 Praise Worship Livestream
    Aug 13, 2023
    “Who Do You Long to Be?” 10:30 Praise Worship Livestream
    Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28; Matthew 14:22-33
  • Aug 13, 2023“Who Do You Long to Be?” 9:00 Worship Celebration Livestream
    Aug 13, 2023
    “Who Do You Long to Be?” 9:00 Worship Celebration Livestream
    Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28; Matthew 14:22-33

 Wednesdays are BIG at First

From Bible study to dinner and fellowship, Wednesdays are big at First UMC. All Wednesday activities are hosted at our Crossroads location. 
 
Pastor’s Bible Study – 4 p.m.
Drive-Thru Dinners – 4:00-5:30 p.m.
The Gathering – 6 p.m.
Safe Sanctuaries
Safe Sanctuaries allows our sanctuaries, classrooms, mission encounters, camps, retreats, and all spaces where we gather to worship and serve God to be places of trust. View our Safe Sanctuaries policy here.

Lancaster First UMC

163 E Wheeling St.

Lancaster, Ohio 43130

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Crossroads Ministry Center

2095 West Fair Ave.

Lancaster, Ohio 43130

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