About
The historic First United Methodist Church of London was dedicated in August of 1910, and is a member congregation of the worldwide United Methodist Church.
Two-story stained glass windows rise above hand-carved oak pews in our beautiful Sanctuary amidst the welcoming smiles of our kind church members.
All are warmly welcome to attend our services at 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings in our lovely Sanctuary.
Our services may also be viewed Live at 11:00 a.m. on Sundays ~ or anytime on demand ~ at 1umctv.com or Facebook.com/LondonUMC.
Location
First United Methodist Church of London
301 West Fifth Street
London, KY 40741
606-864-5226
Church Office Hours:
☆ Mondays - Thursdays: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
☆ Sunday: 10:00 am - 12 Noon
** Our Church Office is closed on Fridays. **
Pastor Sean Ryan:
Office Hours for Pastor Sean Ryan:
☆ Mondays and Thursdays 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
☆ And by Appointment
* Pastor Sean began in-person Office Hours the week of April 19, 2021.
* You may also call the Office Phone number above to speak with Pastor Sean.
Our Mission & Core Values
Our Mission
☆ Worship God
☆ Grow in Groups
☆ Serve Like Jesus
☆ Invite Others
Our Core Values
☆ Bible-based
☆ For All People
☆ Missional
☆ Compassionate
☆ Courageous
☆ Abounding in Love
Parking
You may park for our Sanctuary services in one of three locations:
(1) Parking Lot adjacent to the church.
(2) Parking Deck across from the church ~ on the corner of North Long Street and West 5th Street.
(3) Parking Lot across West 6th Street ~ behind the Parking Deck.
What to Expect
The Format of our Sunday Services
Prelude Music
Welcome & Announcements
Responsive Reading of Call to Worship
Opening Hymn
Reciting of the beautiful Apostles Creed
Invitation to kids to go to Children's Church
Second Hymn
Pastoral Prayer ~ with congregation joining at the end with The Lord's Prayer ~ and soft music before and after
Special Music
Scripture and Message by Pastor Sean Ryan
Celebration of Holy Communion ~ on the first Sunday of each month
Closing Hymn
Benediction ~ closing prayer
Postlude Music
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Come as You are Comfortable
Our congregation's dress ranges from casual to Sunday best. You are warmly welcome to come as you are most comfortable to worship the Lord with us.
Masks and Social Distancing
No current requirements for masks or social distancing.
During the pandemic, our Sanctuary Services incorporated masks and social distancing for the safety of our cherished church family and guests. Masks are provided, if needed.
Updated Safety Standards on Nov 13, 2021: Masks are no longer required in our church building. May 19, 2021: Temperatures will no longer be taken upon entry. June 13, 2021: Social distancing and capacity limits will no longer be maintained. We are thankful to progress forward united in love and faith as a church family in our lovely community.