First United Methodist Church
Mount Vernon, Texas
Contact & Location for First United Methodist Church
Service Times for First United Methodist Church
Sunday 11:00 AM
Worship
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Plan your visit
What to wear
Casual Dress. Wear what makes you feel comfortable!
What their website says
Come early and join us for free coffee and Donuts.
Coffee
Coffee is available
Watch online
Services are streamed online
What their website says
The livestream is available about 10 minutes before the 11 AM service
Leadership
Phillip Higginbotham
Senior Pastor
What their website says
Senior Pastor – Rev. Phillip Higginbotham
Programs & Ministries at First United Methodist Church
About First United Methodist Church
First United Methodist Church in Mount Vernon is a Methodist congregation with roots dating to 1855. Its mission is “Helping Others Follow Jesus,” and the church describes its work as being and making disciples. Worship is held Sunday at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary. The church offers Ignite Kids for children from Early Childhood through 5th grade, a strong youth program, and small groups for ongoing connection and discipleship.
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Care & support
Congregational Care Team
What their website says
Congregational Care Team
Prayer Shawl Ministry/Prayer Group
What their website says
Prayer Shawl Ministry/Prayer Group Chairman
Joyful Buddies
What their website says
Joyful Buddies (daily well care check on those enrolled)
Visitation Team
What their website says
Visitation Team Chairman
Lunches of Love
What their website says
Lunches of Love Coordinator
Serving the community
Meals for Homebound/Soup for the Soul
Meals
What their website says
Meals for Homebound/Soup for the Soul Coordinator
Lunches of Love
Meals
What their website says
Lunches of Love Coordinator
Backpacks
What their website says
Backpacks Susan and Tom Sample Coordinators
Meals for Homebound/Soup for the Soul
Meals
What their website says
Meals for Homebound/Soup for the Soul Coordinator
Groups & programs
Ignite Kids
What their website says
Ignite Kids Staff
Vacation Bible School
What their website says
Vacation Bible School
History & building
Founded in 1855
The church says it began in 1855 and first met in the house of Joe Wylie Parchman. It moved into a new church location on May 26, 1985.
What their website says
1855 is the birth date of First Methodist Church of Mount Vernon, Texas.
Building completed in 1985
Rainbow Day Care and Preschool
What their website says
the addition of Rainbow Hall, which houses Rainbow Day Care and Preschool
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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