Asbury First United Methodist Church
Rochester, New York
Contact & Location for Asbury First United Methodist Church
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Service Times for Asbury First United Methodist Church
Sunday 9:00 AM
Worship
Sunday 11:00 AM
Worship
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Plan your visit
Watch online
Services are streamed online
What their website says
11 AM — IN-PERSON & LIVE-STREAM
Leadership
Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost
Senior Minister
What their website says
Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost Senior Minister
About Asbury First United Methodist Church
Asbury First United Methodist Church has been in ministry in Rochester for more than 200 years. Its mission is “Love God and neighbor. Live fully. Serve all. Repeat.” The congregation approved a reconciling statement in 2014 and expanded it in 2024, welcoming and affirming LGBTQIA+ people. Pastors include Rev. Dr. Michelle Bogue-Trost, Senior Minister, Rev. Dee Finch, and Rev. Patrick Dupont. The church also has a Community Outreach Center on East Avenue.
First-Time Visitor Info for Asbury First United Methodist Church
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Sunday worship is offered in person at 9:00 AM and in person and by live stream at 11:00 AM. Worship can also be heard on WRFZ 106.3 FM or by phone. Visitor Tips: Not specified — please contact the church directly.
Care & support
Prayer Shawl Ministry
What their website says
The Prayer Shawl Ministry is a long established group at Asbury First.
Groups & programs
VBSVacation Bible School
What their website says
VBS 2027 will be held during the week of August 2nd to August 6th.
History & building
Founded in 1820
The roots of AFUMC were put down in 1820. Groundbreaking for the Sanctuary was held in 1953, and it has been home to Asbury First ever since.
What their website says
The roots of AFUMC were put down in 1820
Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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