Welcome

The First Methodist in Gatesville, Texas is built on a solid foundation of scripture and tradition to stand firm in an ever-changing world.  Maybe you are looking for a place to begin your faith journey. Maybe you are searching for a new church to continue your journey. Maybe you have stopped going to church altogether but are thinking about coming back. Maybe you are looking for a church that is not caught up in the latest worship trend.
Regardless of where you are in life, we are glad you are here. 


Welcome and we hope to see you in church on Sunday!

Worship Information

Worship Information

How to Join?

Joining a church means you are ready to make a deeper commitment to a life as a Christian.  Membership is the step beyond Visitor in preparation for Discipleship. 


If you are interested in Joining First United Methodist of Gatesville, simply meet the pastor at the altar during the final hymn, also called the Hymn of Invitation. The only pre-requisite is that you have been baptized.  We accept the baptisms from any denomination. 


Joining a church means you are ready to make a deeper commitment to a life as a Christian.  Membership is the step beyond Visitor in preparation for Discipleship. If you are interested in Joining First United Methodist of Gatesville, simply meet the pastor at the altar during the final hymn, also called the Hymn of Invitation.  The only pre-requisite is that you have been baptized.  We accept the baptisms from any denominations. 


Children, under the age of 13 join as “constituent” members until they attend our confirmation classes.

 

Adults may join by:

Affirmation of Faith by answering several questions to indicate that you accept Jesus your savior.

Transfer of Membership by telling us where your membership is currently held.

Affiliate Members – are those who desire to keep their membership in another church or denomination as well as this one.


It may be helpful to meet with the pastor before joining to have your questions answered and to share the story of your faith journey.  You can schedule an appointment by checking the appropriate block on the attendance registration form, or by calling the church office at 254-865-2520.