CommunityConnections
Third Friday of each month | 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Our Food Pantry ministry helps meet a vital need in our community by providing groceries and support to local families. Each month, we serve more than 200 families, offering assistance with dignity, kindness, and a welcoming spirit.
Fourth Wednesday of each month | 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Grace’s Table is an open community meal where everyone is invited to gather around the table — no registration required and no cost to attend. Guests enjoy a homemade fried chicken dinner, fellowship, and a warm welcome from our church family. Many of our members contribute by preparing and bringing homemade desserts to share, helping make this meal a true expression of community and care.
Fourth Friday of each month
In partnership with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center, we host a monthly blood drive to help support the health and needs of our region. Every donation makes a difference.
Schedule your appointment for the next blood drive:
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Seasonal Missions
Columbus First United Methodist Church is a vital part of the Columbus community, serving our neighbors through seasonal outreach ministries that provide support, encouragement, and care throughout the year.
Christmas is a season of giving, and our Share Your Christmas ministry helps bring joy and hope to local families during the holiday season. Through the generosity of our congregation and community partners, we provide Christmas gifts and essential items to children and families who may need a little extra support.
Volunteers help organize donations, prepare gifts, and share the love of Christ with our neighbors. Together, we celebrate the true spirit of Christmas by making the season brighter for families throughout our community.
We invite you to join us by praying, donating, volunteering, or helping spread Christmas cheer throughout our community.
Each year on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, Columbus First United Methodist Church provides a Thanksgiving Meal Outreach for our community. In partnership with local restaurants and community supporters, prepared holiday meals are distributed through a convenient drive-through format so individuals and families can take a meal home to enjoy together.
This ministry helps ensure that our neighbors have the opportunity to share in the tradition and blessing of a Thanksgiving meal with their loved ones. We are thankful for the volunteers and partners who make this outreach possible each year.
We invite you to join us by praying, volunteering, or helping support this ministry as we share God’s love with our community.
Benevolence Committee
Columbus First United Methodist Church extends the love of Christ beyond our church walls by providing support and assistance to individuals, families, and community organizations in need.
Through our Benevolence Ministry, we offer financial assistance to help meet needs within our community and provide grant funding for projects that align with the mission and values of our congregation. Requests are reviewed through an application process to ensure that available resources are used to make a meaningful impact.
By sharing our gifts, resources, and compassion, we strive to be a source of hope and encouragement while serving our neighbors and strengthening our community.
If you or someone you know is in need of assistance, or if you would like to learn more about our benevolence support, please contact the church office and submit the form below.
