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Engaging Worship. Real People. Real Life.

What to Expect

Services begin at 9:30 am through Sept 1. Beginning Sept 8, we will have Sunday School starting at 9:00 am with worship at 10:15 am. The first Sunday of every month is led by our youth with any fifth Sundays led by the children. Holy Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday as well. There is no AWE (Alternative Worship Experience) on the first Sunday.

What to Expect During Worship

A Warm Welcome

We are a friendly and welcoming congregation. Feel free to come as you are – there is no dress code. Stop by the Welcome Table at the Jefferson Street entrance to gather information and ask questions, if you like.

Family Friendly

Children are always welcome in the service. We also offer an exciting AWE (Alternate Worship Experience) program for children preschool to grade 5. Children are invited to participate in a special "Chat with the Children" moment during the service before being dismissed to AWE. Our nursery provides a space near the sanctuary where you still can listen to the service if you need to step out with your child. 


Meaningful Messages

Our pastor delivers thought-provoking sermons that are rooted in scripture and relevant to your daily life.

Engaging Music

Our worship service features a blend of praise songs and familiar favorites, led by our talented Praise Band and Chancel Choir. You'll also hear selections from our majestic Noehren Pipe Organ with the Hand Bell Choir ringing on selected Sundays.

Holy Communion

We celebrate Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month. Communion is open to all persons.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Church is located at the Corner of W. Central Ave. and Jefferson St. in downtown Van Wert, across from Fountain Park.

We are currently on summer hours through September 1 with our worship beginning at 9:30 AM. Beginning September 8, we will start up Sunday School classes beginning at 9 AM, and our worship service will begin at 10:15 am.

Worship normally lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes. 

When you worship with us, we want you to be comfortable. Some people wear suits and ties, while others wear jeans and T-shirts.

Feel free to park on Jefferson St. or in the parking lot on W. Central Ave. We also have Handicapped parking next to the church or Jefferson or Central. 

We have entrances on Jefferson St. and Central Ave. Our welcome center is just inside the Jefferson St. entrance, but greeters are at either door who can show you around.  Both entrances where there are glass doors have elevators to the sanctuary level. 

Stop by the welcome center inside the Jefferson St. entrance and get information about our church.

We have restroom facilities inside the Jefferson St. entrance and at the end of the hallway when you enter the Central Ave. entrance. Both restrooms are accessible.
Feel free to sit anywhere in the sanctuary or in the Krout Memorial overflow seating..
Your children are welcome to stay in service with you. They are also welcome to attend AWE (Alternative Worship Experience for Pre-school through 5th grade) during worship. Children are dismissed to AWE after the children's chat. For those children wishing to stay in the service, worship kits are available at the welcome center at the Jefferson Street entrance. We love to have infants and toddlers in worship. However, if you need to step out with your child, you will find our nursery space near the Jefferson Street entrance. This unstaffed room allows you to continue to listen to the service while giving your child the attention they need.

We have restroom facilities inside the Jefferson St. entrance and at the end of the hallway when you enter the Central Ave. entrance. Both restrooms are accessible. Click to edit your text

We are glad you are with us. We would love to get to know you, but we won't make you stand or speak during service. Please fill out one of the attendance sheets as they are passed down the rows. 
We generally offer a more traditional service, but you can expect to hear a variety of classic church hymns and contemporary worship songs. 

We offer coffee and donuts in the Krout area before the service. A free-will donation is appreciated.

At First Church, we offer a variety of small groups and classes for all ages in addition to mission projects in the community and beyond. Check out our options. 

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Ready to Visit?

We’re located in the heart of downtown Van Wert, right across from Fountain Park on the corner of Central Avenue and Jefferson Street at 113 W Central Avenue, Van Wert, OH 45891. We have three entrances – feel free to enter through whichever door is most convenient for you. Someone will be at the door and ready to assist you if needed.

Still Have More Questions?

Reach out to the church at 419-238-0631 or email via button below. We look forward to welcoming you to First Church!

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