First Church of the Nazarene

About this church

Columbia First Church of the Nazarene is a multigenerational, racially diverse congregation whose community ministry began in downtown Columbia in 1934. The church summarizes its pathway as Gather, Grow, and Go, with ministries for children, students, men, women, worship arts, outreach, and discipleship. Music is a visible part of Sunday worship: choir, orchestra, and worship team lead together, while seasonal presentations add local students and professional musicians. The visitor guide emphasizes a gracious welcome, no dress code, and a Starting Point room for next-step questions after worship.

Sunday worship begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by Connection Classes at 10:45. The children’s page labels its 9:30 program Children’s Worship and publishes Sunday School classes at 11:00, a slight difference from the general Connection Class time; parents should confirm the exact classroom schedule when checking in. Elementary and preschool ministries meet Wednesday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The church is at 901 Saint Andrews Road. Special music rehearsals and holiday services follow separate schedules, so current announcements take priority on those dates.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed August 25, 2026. Sources: Official homepage · Plan a Visit and service times · Church history and mission · Children’s ministry

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