First Christian Church

About this church

First Christian Church in downtown Bloomington holds traditional Sunday worship at 9:00 a.m. in a sanctuary with stained glass, a main level, and balcony. Hymns, organ and piano, Chancel Choir, preaching, and weekly Communion shape the service, which is also livestreamed. Open Communion is offered to followers of Jesus. Dress ranges from suits to shorts, and the north parking lot has spaces reserved for visitors. Inside, the Centrum information desk helps with directions, while coffee, doughnuts, water, and children's activity bags are available nearby.

Nursery care for children not yet in kindergarten is staffed by background-checked adults, and an all-ages Sunday School small group meets from 10:15 to 11:15. The Disciples of Christ congregation is open and affirming and welcomes people into both congregational life and leadership. Its beliefs emphasize Scripture, Christian unity, freedom of conscience, and shared leadership by clergy and laypeople. First Christian traces its Bloomington history to a two-room cabin in 1837. That long local story, paired with a clearly explained visitor route and weekly open Communion, gives newcomers both practical confidence and meaningful denominational context.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 24, 2026. Sources: Worship style, parking, visitor entrance, refreshments, nursery, and Sunday Scho · Weekly open Communion and Disciples of Christ beliefs · Open and affirming identity and mission · Congregational history beginning in 1837

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