Each week, our Sunday morning begins at 9 a.m. with our contemporary Celebration service held in the Sanctuary. It features a variety of music and worship, set in a relaxed atmosphere. Our Traditional service begins at 11:10 a.m. in the Sanctuary. This service includes hymns and other worship tools, which have been passed on through our tradition as United Methodists. While the service has a structured feel, you will find the congregation to be welcoming to guests of all ages.

At 10 a.m. every Sunday (except the first Sunday of each month), Communion is offered in the Sanctuary for those desiring to participate in the sacrament on a weekly basis. On the first Sunday of each month, Communion is offered during both services.

From 10 to 10:15 a.m., members and guests of First UMC are invited to gather together in the Fellowship Hall and spend a few minutes connecting with each other after a busy week. This time can give you a chance to meet new friends in a casual setting. We even have coffee and donuts, if you desire a sweet treat.

Sunday school classes begin after Fellowship, at 10:15 a.m. We have classes for all ages. We are continually looking for ways to provide educational opportunities for our guests and members. Join us during Fellowship to discover a class that will fit you.

Because we believe these fellowships are a critical part an individual’s spiritual growth, we offer a full range of classes for everyone, regardless of age.

Each class is structured to encourage friendships among members, and to provide a safe place where everyone can learn and grow in their Christian faith.

To find a Sunday Class for you and your family, view our list of classes.

While the nursery is available for our youngest members, parents with school-aged students are encouraged to bring their youngsters to the worship services. Many children and youth take part in the services, as members of the praise team during the Celebration service, and as acolytes. A children’s message, which often mirrors the pastor’s sermon in a child-friendly way, is included in each service.

We want you to know that we value your children. It is our desire to provide them with a safe and secure place, where they can learn about God’s love without fear. In that effort, our church has adopted a Safe Sanctuary policy, which outlines the expectations we have for how all of our volunteers interact with children and youth.

First UMC Siloam Springs operates using a two-person model, where no volunteer or staff member is alone with a child or youth, under the age of 18, at anytime. Additionally, all volunteers within our children and youth ministry program have gone through a background check and screening process.

Our church family has an added resource, Karl Mounger, who is a member of the national Safe Sanctuaries task force. Karl continually provides educational opportunities for our staff members in order to ensure your child’s safety.

You can learn more about our various student ministries by visiting our student ministries pages.

During this meeting, Pastor Randy will share with you about the church’s history, provide you with the church’s doctrinal statement and other things distinctive to the United Methodist Church.

As United Methodists, upon becoming members, we promise to uphold the church’s ministries with our prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness.

Pastor Randy will help you explore ways to become a part of the various ministry areas here at First UMC. Ultimately, it is our desire that you find a place to call home here at First UMC.

We believe a United Methodist is someone who:

• Acknowledges Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior;
• Professes the Christian Faith as explained in Scriptures;
• Promises to live a Christian life and remain a faithful member of a local congregation; and
• Pledges to be loyal to the United Methodist Church and support it with their prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness.