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We are so happy that you are choosing to join us for our 11 A.M. Sunday worship service at our downtown campus. When you attend our worship service at our downtown campus, we have 2 lots with marked reserved parking spots. We have an image of our available parking below.
After you have parked, feel free to let us know you will join us for the first time at our welcome desk in the front lobby. Our staff and volunteers will be more than happy to help you find all of our resources. We have Sunday school classes before worship services, a Nursery for infants through kindergarten, a Sunday children program for grades 1st through 6th grade, and a youth program for grades 7th through 12th.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
“Welcome! Explore all of our upcoming events at First Houston United Methodist Church. We’ve organized our activities into categories—ranging from children’s ministry to community service—to make it easy for you to find exactly what you’re looking for. Come find your place with us!”
About First Houston United Methodist
First Houston United Methodist Church is the founding congregation of Methodism in Houston, Texas. We continue to evolve through the years and have been serving the communities of Downtown Houston, Texas and Westchase District. Please join us at 11 A.M. Sunday for our worship service at our downtown campus.
If you have questions in regards to our worship services, upcoming events, or other inquiries, please feel free to contact any of our staff.
Become A Member
If you would like to join the First Methodist Houston Family at one of our church campuses. We would love to welcome you to join our church! If you would like to speak with someone, please contact our Congregational Care and Discipleship Anthony Rogers by email at [email protected] or you can call 832-668-1800.
First Methodist Houston wants to make a real difference – in your spiritual life, in your relationships, and in the city and world.
FAQs:
When can I join?
- Any Sunday during worship. At the end of each worship service, you will be invited to join our church by coming forward during the Hymn of Commitment (last hymn). Please fill out the form in the pew and bring it with you to the front of the church.
- Any Sunday in between worship services by appointment. Please contact Anthony Rogers at [email protected] or by calling 832-668-1853.
- For TV Viewers. Please contact Alec McCommon at [email protected] or 832-668-1853.
Where can I learn more about First Methodist’s beliefs? Please contact Anthony Rogers by email at [email protected] or calling our campus at 832-668-1853 for us to send you more information about the church.
Rev. Lindsay Kirkpatrick is our new Senior Pastor. She brings 17 years of ministry experience, most recently serving 11 years at Asbury UMC in Pasadena. Lindsay and her husband, Kenton, have three children—Braden, Logan, and Beth.
Pastor Eric Pugh, our Pastor of Missions & Family Ministry, has served at First Methodist Houston. An ordained United Methodist Deacon, he brings over 15 years of ministry experience and holds a Master of Theological Studies from SMU and a Doctor of Ministry in Preaching from Garrett-Evangelical Seminary.
Pastor Sylvia Kiboko leads Altar Umoja at First Methodist Houston, celebrating African culture through worship in Swahili and French. Join for fellowship at 11 AM and worship at 12 PM on the second floor; first Sundays are in the sanctuary with translation services.
Amanda Davis, Executive Pastor at First Methodist Houston, brings years of pastoral experience and a passion for community ministry. She is a wife and mom of two who loves family adventures and cheering on the “A Team.”