First United Methodist Church

About this church

Reno First United Methodist Church worships at 209 W. 1st Street in downtown Reno with two Sunday services in the sanctuary. An 8:15 a.m. communion service is intimate and focused on scripture, reflection, and prayer. The 10:00 a.m. service is traditional yet informal, with hymns sung with choir and organ, time just for children, and monthly communion open to everyone, and it is also live-streamed on Zoom with captioning. A Tongan-language worship service meets at 1 p.m. Dress is casual, though some people choose their Sunday best. Confirm times on the church website before visiting.

Children leave mid-service for Sunday school taught by background-checked teachers, and coffee and treats follow the 10:00 service. Parking is limited downtown; ushers can validate parking at the Parking Gallery at 135 N. Sierra, and Sunday street parking is free. Coffee with the Pastor on first Sundays after the 10:00 worship invites newcomers to ask questions and tour the building. Outreach includes partnerships with local organizations serving people facing poverty and homelessness, trail cleanup on an adopted stretch of the Tahoe-Pyramid Trail, Trail Angels for Pacific Crest Trail hikers, and Charlie Bags, kits assembled for neighbors in need.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 5, 2026. Sources: Address, values and contact · Worship services, parking, online · Who we are page: newcomers and coffee with pastor · Outreach ministries

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