Athens First Methodist Church

About this church

Athens First Methodist Church in Athens offers two Sunday worship services. First Light, a contemporary service with a band and lyrics on a screen, meets at 9:00 a.m. in the Beasley Center. The traditional service meets at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary, with hymns, a choir, and occasional handbells. Sunday School is at 10:00 a.m. in various locations. Dress ranges from casual to coat and tie, and coffee and doughnuts are served at the early service.

The church lists a nursery for ages up to four and a children's ministry for infants through fifth grade, including Wednesday Night Live and children's choirs, and programs for 4th through 6th graders. Youth meet Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. with a meal, a message, and small groups for middle and high school students. Other pages cover men's and women's groups, music, missions, volunteering, and a preschool. The church is at 208 W. Hobbs Street, and the office is open Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to noon. Services are also available to watch online. Confirm service times on the website before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Service times, address, office hours · What to expect and visiting · Children's ministry · Youth ministry

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