Our name and location have changed – but weekly worship & daily ministry continue! All are welcome as we create worship together. During this time of pandemic, our priority is the health and wellbeing of our friends and members. Online… More
Our name and location may change – but weekly worship & daily ministry continue! All are welcome as we create worship together: 8529 Hickman Road, Urbandale (meeting at The Bridge Center)
University Place Church of Christ & University Christian Church 1888-1970 New Christian Church 1970-1974 First Christian Church 1974-2020 New Beginnings Christian Church 2020+ Such a long and beautiful history we have had on this corner of 25th & University… More
Advent – the time of preparation leading to our celebration of the birth of Jesus – begins December 1. You are invited to be part of this Advent journey. First Christian Church is an open and inclusive congregation. You are… More
First Christian Church is a progressive community of faith actively engaged in an exciting time of transition. We are currently located in the heart of the Drake neighborhood, where we’ve partnered in ministry for 131 years. At the end of… More
LOGOS, our Wednesday evening program for preschool through grade 12, is in its 19th Season. As First Christian’s vibrant mid-week ministry for children and youth, we are happy to continue this tradition of Family Time, Worship Skills, Bible Study, and… More
There is a story that tells of a young Jewish man who wanted to study with the great Rabbi. Every day the young man would follow the Rabbi, hoping to learn from him. The young man felt he needed to… More
September 8th, we have the pleasure of hosting author, farmer, and pastor Tim Diebel. Tim recently published a book about his journey from our doorstep to planting roots in God’s soil. Join us at 9:00 am for muffins and fruit,… More