First Church is a United Methodist Church.

Methodists share a lot in common with other denominations but have unique emphasis in certain areas. Below are the highlights of what we believe.

God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit

God: God, who is one, is revealed in three distinct persons.

Jesus: We believe in the mystery of salvation through Jesus Christ. God became human in Jesus whose life, death and resurrection demonstrate God's redeeming love.

The Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit is God's present activity in our midst. When we sense God's leading, God's challenge, or God's support or comfort, it's the Holy Spirit at work.

Human Beings & The Church

Human Beings: Genesis 1:27 asserts that we've been made in the image of the Creator. Like God we have the capacity to love and care, to communicate, and to create.

The Church: The church is the body of Christ, an extension of Christ's life and ministry in the world today.

The Bible & God’s Reign

The Bible: We believe that the Bible is the primary authority for our faith and practice.

God’s Reign: The kingdom or reign of God is both a present reality and future hope.

Looking for more?

There’s a lot to discover concerning the Methodist’s core beliefs, our Wesleyan tradition, and our social principles. Pour a cup of coffee and check out the UMC website if you’d like to learn more.