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Welcome to First Church!

We’re glad you’re thinking about joining us in worship! We know that coming to a new church can be exciting… and sometimes overwhelming. We want to make sure that you feel welcome and comfortable at First Church, so that you can fully embrace worship and immerse yourself in our community.

Scroll down to find answers to some of our most frequently asked questions. If you have other questions, feel free to reach out to us.

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Sunday Services

Foundation Service (Traditional)

Time: 8:30 a.m.

The Gathering Service (Modern)

Time: 11 a.m.

Rejoicing Spirits (Fourth Sunday of the Month)

Time: 4 p.m.
Looking for answers?

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect at a Sunday morning worship service?

Check out our Sunday Worship page for all the details about our services.

What are the people at First Church like?

We’re a dynamic faith family made up of people from all walks of life. When you walk into First Church on a Sunday, you’ll meet people who have worshipped here for over 60 years, newborns in our nursery, and tons of people in between. We represent a variety of backgrounds, but we all have a common love for Jesus and dedication to serving our neighbors.

What do you believe?

Check out our About Us page to learn about our mission, vision and values.

First Church is part of the Susquehanna Conference of The United Methodist Church. To learn more about what our denominational beliefs, visit umc.org.

What is parking like?

We have ample parking (including several handicap-accessible spots) in the lot right outside our building. You can enter the lot on High Street. If there’s no parking available in our lot, you can park along Simpson, High, Frederick or Keller Street.

How can I get in touch with your staff?

We’d love to connect with you! Check out our contact page to get started.

What does it mean to become a member at First Church?

Being a member at First Church means making a commitment to grow as a disciple of Jesus and build up the church through you prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness. A few times throughout the year, we offer a Next Step class that can help you learn more about what we believe at First Church and determine if you want to become a member.

Visit our Baptism and Membership page or contact Director of Discipleship Tina Eaton to learn more.

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Reach Out

Want to get involved or learn more about ministry opportunities at First Church? Feel free to contact our Director of Discipleship, Tina Eaton.

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