You're Invited

to join a community

to make a change

to join a community

to celebrate diversity

to unite in faith

to do more good

to join a community

to make a change

to join a community

to celebrate diversity

to unite in faith

to do more good

Welcome to Asbury First United Methodist Church, a community of open hearts and open minds. You’re invited to know yourself, your neighbors, and Christ a little better, and to love, live, and serve in his name. With more than 200 years in ministry in Rochester, Asbury First UMC is: Progressive. Christ-centered. Making a difference. Come as you are—we will save you a seat!

WORSHIP

9 AM — IN-PERSON
11 AM — IN-PERSON & LIVE-STREAM

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Advent and Christmas Eve

This advent, LET THERE BE LIGHT!

Love Live Serve Repeat

Our mission is simple. It’s also massive. Love God and neighbor. Live fully. Serve all. Repeat. What does that look like for you? Join us and find out. If you believe in love, in action, in service, you belong here.

AWESOME EVENTS: JOIN US EVERY DAY

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Joy of Christmas Giving
Dec 02 - 24 12:00AM - 11:00PM

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Longest Night Service
Dec 21 - 22 7:00 - 8:00PM

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Christmas Eve Services
Dec 25 - 25 12:00 - 11:00PM

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New Year's Eve Service
Dec 31 - Jan 01 5:00PM - 12:00AM

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Community Outreach Center

We are elated to restart our ministries in our new building — The Community Outreach Center at 1010 East Avenue. Click Below to learn more about our mission and how to put your faith into action.

You’re Invited to Get Involved

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Outreach

There are so many ways to do more good in our community. Outreach opportunities with Asbury First include our Dining & Caring Center, the UR Well Clinic, the Storehouse, and our Grocery Bag Ministry to name just a few. See how you can reach out for those in need.

EXPLORE OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES

Music & Arts

Nothing celebrates the glory of God like music and art. Join our community of creativity as we discover and grow through expression. We invite you to be part of a choir, instrumental group, or theater production here at Asbury First. Maybe even start something new.

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Grow in Faith

Focusing on your own faith is a lifelong journey.
At Asbury First, we offer dozens of adult education classes, workshops, discussion groups, and discipleship opportunities—all designed to share the energy of faith, awaken new ideas and expand who you are as a Christian. How will you grow this year?

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