First United Methodist Church
Columbus, Nebraska
Contact & Location for First United Methodist Church
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Service Times for First United Methodist Church
Sunday 9:45 AM
Worship
Sunday 11:00 AM
RE...Worship (alternative service)
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Leadership
Rev. Caitlin Bentzinger
Pastor
What their website says
Rev. Caitlin Bentzinger Pastor
Programs & Ministries at First United Methodist Church
About First United Methodist Church
First United Methodist Church in Columbus, Nebraska welcomes all who seek to deepen their faith and connect with a supportive community. As part of the United Methodist tradition, the church emphasizes God's inclusive love and grace for all people, inviting visitors to experience worship both in person and online. The congregation offers multiple worship opportunities throughout the week, including traditional and contemporary services, youth programs, and community outreach initiatives. Led by Pastor Keunsik Lee, the church strives to be a place where faith is practiced together and members are equipped to serve others. Whether you are new to faith or returning to church after time away, First United Methodist Church extends a warm welcome to join their family in Columbus.
First-Time Visitor Info for First United Methodist Church
Dress Code: Not specified—please contact the church directly. Service Format: The church offers traditional worship services on Sunday mornings at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. at the downtown location, with Sunday school (JAM) at 8:30 a.m. and worship at 9:45 a.m., plus an alternative non-traditional service (RE...Worship) at 11:00 a.m. at the Outreach Center. Visitor Tips: First United Methodist Church emphasizes that visitors will receive a warm welcome regardless of background or beliefs, and the community is designed to lift one another up and offer encouragement on faith journeys.
Care & support
Healthy Congregation & Care Team
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Healthy Congregation & Care Team
Serving the community
Food Pantry
Food pantry
What their website says
a Food Pantry open from 4-6pm on Thursdays
Groups & programs
Youth Mission Trip
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Youth Mission Trip
History & building
Founded in 1867
The Methodist Society was formed in 1867. The church says its sanctuary home has been at the current site since 1960.
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By 1867, a Methodist Society had been formed
Building completed in 1960
Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.
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