Serving Our Community for Christ
“We believe the church is called to serve beyond its walls. Through these ministries, we open our doors and our hearts to the Columbus community.”
Spreading Christ's love through monthly meals, food pantry distributions, and seasonal support.
Community Connections
Columbus Food Pantry
3rd Friday of Each Month
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.
Grace's Table Meal
4th Wednesday of Each Month
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 warm hospitality. Church members share homemade desserts!
Community Blood Drive
4th 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 saves lives.
Seasonal Outreach Programs
Share Your Christmas — December
Christmas is a season of giving. Our Share Your Christmas ministry helps bring joy and hope to local families during the holidays, providing gifts and essential items to children and families in need.
Volunteers help organize donations, prepare gifts, and share Christ’s love.
Thanksgiving Meal Outreach
On the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, we provide prepared holiday meals in a convenient drive-through format in partnership with local restaurants and community supporters.
Ensuring our neighbors can share the tradition and blessing of a Thanksgiving feast.
Benevolence Ministry
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 urgent needs and grant funding for community projects aligned with our mission.
