Visit
322 Lamar AveParis, TX 75460Gathering: Sunday 10:00 am (Traditional Worship)
When to go
Worship and gatherings
- Sunday10:00 am · Traditional Worship
- Sunday11:15 am · Modern Worship
About
Summary
First United Methodist Church of Paris, located in downtown Paris, Texas, is a historic congregation rooted in the United Methodist tradition. With Sunday services at 10:00 am (Traditional) and 11:15 am (Modern), the church offers both in-person and virtual attendance options. The church is known for its Colonial/Mediterranean Revival architecture and welcoming community, with ministries for children, youth, and families Services.
Details
First United Methodist Church of Paris is a long-standing congregation in the heart of Paris, Texas. Founded with roots tracing back to 1843, the church has a rich history and a strong commitment to community and faith. The church building, constructed in 1922, is a notable example of Colonial/Mediterranean Revival architecture and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983 Review 3.
The church offers two Sunday worship services: Traditional Worship at 10:00 am and Modern Worship at 11:15 am. These services are available both in-person and virtually via Facebook and YouTube livestreams Services. The church also provides a range of ministries, including Children's Ministry, Youth Ministry, and Music Ministries, with dedicated staff overseeing these programs Staff.
The church is committed to welcoming newcomers and fostering a sense of community. With a dedicated team of pastors and staff, First United Methodist Church of Paris offers a warm and inclusive environment for all who visit Staff.
From Faith Near Me
First United Methodist Church of Paris, Texas, blends historic charm with welcoming modern ministry. Visitors will notice the striking Colonial/Mediterranean Revival architecture and two Sunday service options—Traditional Worship at 10:00 am and Modern Worship at 11:15 am—available both in-person and online. The church emphasizes family engagement through children’s and youth ministries, while its long-standing presence in downtown Paris reflects a community-focused faith tradition.
Pros
- Clear Sunday service times with traditional and modern worship options
- Welcoming community with dedicated ministries for children, youth, and families
- Virtual attendance options via Facebook and YouTube livestreams
- Historic Colonial/Mediterranean Revival architecture preserved since 1922
- Recreation facilities including a new facility for community engagement
- Little Ark Childcare Center for family support
Reviews from around the web
Public comments we collected from listing sources. Not written on Faith Near Me.
- Alice Cokera month ago
My parents attended F M long before I was born in 1933, as did my. grandmother Delphenis/Sheffield. My brother, Charles Delphenis and I were in Sunday School and Church every Sunday until we left home. I remember singing in the children’s choir and the great Christmas music from Kindergarten all the way thru PJC after which I went to UT. People came from Greenville, Sherman and all around to experience the Christmas Candlelight Service. Adults and Children filling all the isles as the Children filled the balcony and the adults filled the choir loft emptied of chairs so as many bodies would fit. Sugee Thompson at the organ was the Master of the event. Miss Addie Davidge was the Director of the Children. When Camp Maxie was active soldiers making up an orchestra would join us for Christmas. My Grandmother was just one of the quilters who made and sold quilts to help build that building, way before my time. So much great history about Paris to celebrate but few alive to share experiences.
- Andi Cook5 months ago
What a beautiful building! Absolutely stunning
- Bruce InCharlotte2 years ago
This building looks more like a courthouse than a church, but it is indeed the First United Methodist Church of Paris. It was built in 1922 and added to the National Register in 1983. It is a Colonial/Mediterranean Revival style. The marker reads, "The beginning of this congregation can be traced to 1843, when the Rev. James Graham organized the First Methodist Church in the area. It later took the name Centenary Methodist Episcopal Church, South. Meanwhile, another congregation, Lamar Avenue Methodist Church, was formed. After the destructive Paris fire of 1916, the two churches decided to form one central downtown congregation, and the merger became official in 1918. The Rev. Robert P. Shuler was appointed first pastor of the new congregation, now known as First United Methodist Church of Paris." This is marker number 8196 and it was erected in 1985 by the Texas Historical Commission. There is a large parking lot across the street and another behind. But on a Tuesday afternoon, the church was secured and I was unable to see the interior.
- Donny Hacker3 years ago
I only visited Paris because I was interested in the history surrounding the murder of Henry Smith. I passed this church and thought the building looked really nice, so I stopped and took a pic. My rating is purely for the architecture since I have no insight into anything else they do.
- Sayak Banerjee3 years ago
Beautiful architecture.
- G Shena year ago
Very friendly people. Church is beautiful.
- Eve McClain10 years ago
Absolutely beautiful architecture!
- Terence Painter7 years ago
Awesome new recreation facility
- Troy Tennison8 years ago
I come to let god in my heart .
- kristi Kirkpatrick9 years ago
Very nice people
Services and facilities
Services
- Children'S Ministry
- Youth Ministry
- Music Ministries
- Little Ark Childcare Center
Facilities
- Historic Building
- Recreation Facility
- New Recreation Facility
Events and programs
Christmas Candlelight Service
Annual
A special service with music and participation from the community.
Connect
- arvin1@swbell.net
- Contact page
- Open contact page