We're glad you're here.

No matter what you've been through or what questions you might have about God and faith, our church is a place where you'll find the love, grace, and forgiveness Jesus gives to everyone.

We are a Lighthouse congregation of the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church.

We offer a grace-filled welcome to all who come through our doors!

What to expect on Sunday morning at First UMC

What to expect on Sunday morning.

  • What time are Sunday services at First UMC?

    Early Worship is at 8:45am in the Fellowship Hall.
    Morning Worship is at 11:00am in the Sanctuary.

  • What are the directions to First UMC?

    You will find a map located at the bottom of our Home Page.

  • Where do I park?

    Parking lots are available on the 4th Avenue and the State Street sides of the church.

  • ​​​​​​​How long is a First UMC Service?

    In total, a First UMC service is about 60 minutes in length.

  • What’s the culture like at First UMC?

    Come as you are and expect to feel welcomed as our guest.

  • What about my kids?

    Infants through 4 years of age

    A safe, caring environment is provided during the 8:45am & 11:00am worship services in our child care area for infants through 4 years of age. During the Sunday school hour, age-appropriate Biblical themed experiences are offered for infants through 4 years of age.

    A Time for the Child in All of Us

    During the 11:00am worship service, all children are invited to join us down front for a time just for them!  Afterwards, children in kindergarten through 2nd grade are invited to follow the leader to the Godly Play Room for Children's Church.

    Each week, the children hear a different story told with the use of beautifully crafted materials, and then are invited to explore the story through hands-on play, art work, and “I wonder” questions. After each story is told, the children are asked to “wonder” about it through a series of questions that begin with the words, “I wonder...” Its hands-on approach is meant to fully engage children in the stories of the Bible and the church year.

    We believe that kids should have a hands-on and fully engaged experience at church every single week — and at Godly Play, we make this a priority.

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