Q: What are your worship times on Sunday?

A: Downtown worship services are at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. with Sunday school at 9:50 a.m.  At our Andover campus, we worship at 11:00 a.m. and Sunday School is at 9:45 a.m.

We have a slightly less traditional service called Offerings at 11:00 in the West Chapel geared for college students and those looking for more contemporary style of worship.

Q: What are your services like?

A: Both the Downtown and Andover services are high quality, traditional worship services led by wonderful music and great preaching. When you leave First Church you will feel inspired by the word proclaimed, encouraged by the fellowship of believers, and blessed by the music and the choirs.

We have a slightly less traditional service called Offerings at 11:00 in the West Chapel geared for college students and those looking for more contemporary style of worship. 

Q: How large is your church?

A: We have over 1800 members. Our Sunday morning worship attendance is averaging about 900 at all locations
(downtown about 300 at 8:30 a.m. and 400/450 at 11:00 a.m.; 175 at Andover). 

However our worship has an intimate and friendly atmosphere, and we know you will feel at home!

Q: Where are you located?

A: We are located at 200 West High Street in downtown Lexington, Kentucky. We are in the heart of a vibrant downtown community only minutes from the University of Kentucky, between the downtown business community and a historical residential living area.

Our Andover campus is in the Andover neighborhood on Todds Rd. about 1 1/2 miles beyond Man 'O War Blvd.  The closest Interstate exit is 108 in the Hamburg area.

Q: What are you office hours?

A: The church office is open Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The phone # is 859-233-0545.  You may reach Andover at 859-263-3602.

Q: Is parking available?

A: There is plenty of free parking available at the church. See our "parking" page for more details.

Our Andover campus has ample available parking on site.

Q: How do I find out about membership?

A: Persons may unite with this congregation by profession of faith in Jesus Christ or transfer from another Christian congregation. Affiliate membership is also offered for persons who desire to worship here but still have significant connections with another congregation they also desire to maintain. New member classes are offered quarterly. Classes are usually held on Sunday mornings during Sunday school for five consecutive weeks.

A 13 week confirmation class for teens desiring to profess their faith in Christ is offered typically from January to May. Contact Rev. Jim Stratton, Pastor of Invitation at 859-233-0545. You may also find more information on our "joining" page.

Q: What is expected if I become a  member at First Church? 

A: Church members promise to uphold this church with their prayers, presence, gifts, and service. Each member is expected to attend worship regularly, to use their spiritual gifts in ministry, and to support the church with prayers and financial gifts. Tithing is encouraged. Members are encourage to help First Church  to fulfill our Mission and Vision which can be seen on the "Our Church" page.

Q: What is your snow policy?

A: On Sundays, worship will always be held for those who can gather. However, you (including teachers, choir members, etc.) are encouraged to attend only if you feel safe traveling on the roads.

On Wednesdays, if Fayette County schools are cancelled, or dismissed early, due to inclement weather, our Wednesday Night supper and programs are also cancelled. 

Q: Do I have to be a member to participate in classes and activities?

A: No, everyone is welcome to attend any services, classes or activities here.

Q: Can I obtain services on tape?

A: Yes, we have both video and audio tapes available from our services. We do not charge for these tapes but a donation to the church is appreciated. For more information see our "tape ministries" page.

Q: Where is the nursery?

A: The nursery is located on the South side of the facilities close to the sanctuary. At the registration desk, you will need to check your child in and you will receive a beeper to have while at the church so you may be found at any time. The nursery is available at all worship services, church wide events and many other activities.

Q: What do you believe?

A: As the United Methodist Web Site says, "With Christians of other communions we confess belief in the triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This confession embraces the biblical witness to God’s activity in creation, encompasses God’s gracious self-involvement in the dramas of history, and anticipates the consummation of God’s reign.

The created order is designed for the well-being of all creatures and as the place of human dwelling in covenant with God. As sinful creatures, however, we have broken that covenant, become estranged from God, wounded ourselves and one another, and wreaked havoc throughout the natural order. We stand in need of redemption.

" ... Because God truly loves us in spite of our willful sin, God judges us, summons us to repentance, pardons us, receives us by that grace given to us in Jesus Christ, and gives us hope of life eternal."

For more information go to the belief page of the United Methodist Church web site.