First United Methodist Church

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Welcome to our Website - I hope that you will check out the information here and consider visiting us in person. There are a few things that might be helpful to know about FUMC - Alexandria.
Worship is central to our community of faith. We offer two Sunday morning worship services at 8:30 and 11:00 in the Sanctuary. The style for these services would be considered eclectically traditional. We follow the three-year lectionary cycle and the Christian year. The sermon is theological but understandable and is intended to be applicable in day-to-day life.
Music is important to us. Brian Breeding, our director of music and arts, is intentional about making the music for our worship services fit the scriptures and theme for the service. The Chancel Choir sings during the 11:00 service. The music is varied and may include classical pieces played on the pipe organ, gospel hymns played on the piano or special music from the bell choir or children's ensembles.
The arts are a part of the DNA of this congregation. Since the move to its current location in 1968, a focus on fine arts has been vital to this church. Wide, gallery-like halls display original works of art in various mediums and by various artists. In the spring, FUMC hosts the annual Tom Peyton Memorial Arts Festival. During this two-week period, visual arts are exhibited and special, interactive events for all ages are planned.
A commitment to social justice is a part of a Christian's identity. Throughout Central Louisiana and beyond, you will find our members doing what they can to make the world, and their corner in the world, a better place. A life of faith starts with responding to God's love that is directed toward us. A growing Christian serves God by serving others.
I hope you will be a part of the good things that God is doing here at First Methodist. If I can assist you in finding your place, please let me know.