First United Methodist Church
South Bend, Indiana
Contact & Location for First United Methodist Church
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Service Times for First United Methodist Church
Sunday 10:00 AM
Worship
Plan your visit
Parking
Parking is available in the large parking lot behind the church on the corner of Lafayette and Madison.
What their website says
Parking is available in the large parking lot behind the church on the corner of Lafayette and Madison.
What to wear
Dress as you see fit.
Coffee
Coffee is available
Watch online
Services are streamed online
What their website says
Watch Live Worship online via Facebook Live or Zoom.
Wheelchair accessible
Leadership
Vickie Van Nevel
Senior Pastor
What their website says
Pastor Vickie Van Nevel Senior Pastor
Programs & Ministries at First United Methodist Church
About First United Methodist Church
First United Methodist Church in downtown South Bend welcomes all people regardless of faith background, identity, culture, or ability. The church blends traditional and contemporary worship styles, featuring strong preaching, an engaged congregation, organ music, and talented singers in a historic sanctuary. As part of the Reconciling Ministries Network, the church is deeply committed to LGBTQ+ inclusion and intersectional justice. Beyond Sunday worship at 10 AM, First United Methodist operates the Downtown Soup Kitchen, which has served the community for over 30 years, and hosts various ministries designed to connect people to God and one another. Children of all ages are actively welcomed in worship, with a Prayground for young children and Children's Church available for ages four through fifth grade.
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Serving the community
Downtown Soup Kitchen
Meals
What their website says
The Downtown Soup Kitchen has welcomed guests and provided them with a delicious, hearty meal for over 30 years.
Food Pantry
Food pantry
What their website says
The Food Pantry at First and Northwest UMC is a food distribution ministry
Volunteer opportunities
Job help
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Contact us to get connected with short or long-term volunteer opportunities!
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Groups & programs
Vacation Bible School
What their website says
hosts events like Vacation Bible School
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