First United Methodist Church
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About First United Methodist Church
First United Methodist Church is a Methodist or Wesleyan church in Wichita. Like most congregations in the Wesleyan tradition, it typically offers Sunday morning worship, Sunday school or small-group classes, and a range of weekday ministries centered on community care and discipleship. Service times and program details vary — please confirm directly with the church.
What to expect here
Worship style
Wesleyan-Methodist worship blending traditional hymns or contemporary praise with a strong emphasis on grace, sanctification, social holiness, and community ministry
Quick facts
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United MethodistLocation
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Community listingLast updated
May 2026
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A warm, structured service with Scripture, music, and practical sermons. Strong children's and youth programs alongside vibrant adult ministries.
United Methodist churches welcome people from all walks of life. Their emphasis on grace means everyone — regardless of where they are on their faith journey — belongs here.
Weekly rhythm
Service Times
2 service times on Sundays
Sun
Sunday
9:00 AM
Sunday Traditional
11:00 AM
Sunday Contemporary
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First United Methodist Church Wichita, KS (9/13/2026)
Published September 14, 2026 · Posts weekly
More from First UMC Wichita Kansas on YouTube · checked September 15, 2026
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Groups & Ministries
8 groups across 8 categories
All listed groups welcome newcomers
Families
1 groupChildren's Ministry
Sunday · 9:00 AM · Weekly
Programs for children including Sunday School to teach foundational faith principles.
Youth Group
Wednesday · 6:00 PM · Weekly
Activities and lessons for teenagers to engage in faith-based fun and learning.
Young Adults
1 groupYoung Adults Group
Sunday · 6:00 PM · Weekly
Gatherings for young adults to connect, discuss faith, and build relationships.
Men's Fellowship
Saturday · 8:00 AM · Weekly
A group for men to build community through fellowship and discussion.
Women's Bible Study
Wednesday · 7:00 PM · Weekly
A study group for women focusing on scripture and spiritual growth.
General Bible Study
Wednesday · 7:30 PM · Weekly
Weekly sessions for in-depth exploration of the Bible and its teachings.
Prayer
1 groupPrayer Group
Wednesday · 6:30 PM · Weekly
A group dedicated to communal prayer and intercession for the community and church.
Worship Team
1 groupWorship Team
Sunday · 10:00 AM · Weekly
Team involved in leading music and worship services for the congregation.
Greeter / welcome team
Meet people at the door and help newcomers find a seat.
greeting
Kids ministry helper
Support Sunday kids programming — background check may be required by the church.
kids
Tech / livestream
Help with slides, sound, or the livestream.
tech
Hospitality / coffee
Set up drinks and make the lobby feel like home.
hospitality
Outreach / community serve
Join local serve projects the church already runs.
outreach
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