Contact & Location for Collegiate United Methodist Church & Wesley Foundation Student Center
Ames
Ames, IA 50014-7220
About Collegiate United Methodist Church & Wesley Foundation Student Center
Collegiate United Methodist Church & Wesley Foundation Student Center in Ames is a progressive, inclusive Methodist congregation with roots extending back to 1912, serving the university community and surrounding area. The church explicitly welcomes all people regardless of gender, ethnic background, sexual orientation, or other differences, emphasizing that questions and curiosity are valued rather than discouraged. Worship services combine meaningful liturgy with thoughtful sermons connecting head, heart, and hands, supported by music and community participation. Beyond Sunday gatherings, the congregation actively serves neighbors through ministries including Food at First, Clothing that Works, and summer mission work trips, while also offering small groups, Bible studies, and campus ministry specifically for university students. Visitors are invited to come as they are—no pretense required—and to explore faith in an environment designed for honest dialogue and genuine belonging.
First-Time Visitor Info for Collegiate United Methodist Church & Wesley Foundation Student Center
Dress Code: Wear whatever makes you comfortable, from casual to your Sunday best. Service Format: Worship includes music, scripture readings, prayers, a time for children, a sermon, and special music, with communion celebrated monthly on the first Sunday. Visitor Tips: Arrive at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday for in-person worship or join online via Facebook or YouTube; the nursery is located near the west entrance, and children are always welcome in the sanctuary; as a guest, there is no pressure to give an offering.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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