First Christian Church
Columbia, Missouri
Contact & Location for First Christian Church
Service Times for First Christian Church
Sunday 8:30 AM
Worship
Sunday 10:30 AM
Worship
Programs & Ministries at First Christian Church
About First Christian Church
First Christian Church is a historic congregation of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) located in downtown Columbia, Missouri, established in 1832. The church welcomes all people to participate fully in its life and ministry, embodying a vibrant faith community dedicated to knowing God and following Jesus Christ. Worship services blend traditional elements with a fresh spirit, featuring prayers, hymn singing, organ or piano music, choral performances, scripture-based sermons, and weekly communion. The congregation organizes service opportunities both locally and globally, provides spiritual education for all ages, and fosters fellowship through gatherings centered on food, friendship, and community connection. With accessible facilities and thoughtful provisions for visitors, First Christian Church invites all to experience their mission of compassion and spiritual growth.
First-Time Visitor Info for First Christian Church
Dress Code: Services are traditional in style; the 8:30 service has clergy leading without robes, while the 10:30 service features clergy in robes and a majestic organ. Service Format: Sunday services at 8:30 a.m. (casual and intimate with hymns accompanied by piano) and 10:30 a.m. (traditional with organ, choir anthem, and children's moment), plus a single 9:30 a.m. service from Memorial Day to Labor Day; all services include prayers, hymns, sermon, and weekly communion. Visitor Tips: Nursery care is available for infants through preschool, children's worship is offered for kindergarten through 5th grade, and the church provides listening devices for the hearing impaired, large print hymnals, and accessible facilities including elevators and ramps.
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