Downers Grove First United Methodist Church

About this church

Downers Grove First United Methodist Church worships at 8:30 a.m. Sunday in the chapel and 10 in the sanctuary, with the 10 a.m. service also livestreamed. The two-room schedule offers an early, smaller setting and a later main service. Sunday school for preschool through sixth grade runs from 10:15 to 11 during the academic year, placing children in the opening part of sanctuary worship before classes. Choir leadership includes chancel, Angel, and Cherub ensembles, and special services invite children and youth to participate as readers and musicians.

Founded in 1836, the Maple Avenue congregation describes its mission as helping everyone know God, grow in faith, and serve others. Worship remains the center, but service extends locally, nationally, and globally through opportunities for all ages. Current examples include volunteer fix-it projects, children-and-family events, backpack blessings, and coordinated outreach teams. The downtown location near Main Street connects a long local history with contemporary care and formation. A household using Sunday school should choose the 10 a.m. service and plan for the 10:15 classroom transition; someone seeking a shorter or quieter introduction may prefer the 8:30 chapel service. Online guests can use the later livestream before attending in person.

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