First United Methodist Church Glendale
A historic landmark church in Glendale, AZ, known for its welcoming community and vital outreach programs, including free meals for those in need.
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First United Methodist Church Glendale
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Free hot lunch & fellowship
Highlights
Must-see attractions
A historic landmark church in Glendale, AZ, known for its welcoming community and vital outreach programs, including free meals for those in need.
"Wonderful church members and a great place to worship, truly following Christ's by feeding the hungry."
🤝 Support Community Outreach
Donations of shoes, hygiene items, or funds greatly help their work with the homeless.
🍽️ Enjoy a Free Lunch
Sack lunches are available Mon/Tues, with a hot meal Wed. Delicious and filling!
Quick Facts
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Rating
4.7 · 82 reviews
Type
Church
Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Historic Sanctuary
Main Church Building
Admire the beautiful architecture of this 1928-29 building, a registered historic landmark.
Wednesday Community Lunch
Annex Building
Enjoy a delicious, home-cooked hot meal served free to the community every Wednesday.
Pet Blessings
Church Grounds
A heartwarming tradition where furry friends receive special blessings, celebrating community and pets.
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🤝 Support Community Outreach
Donations of shoes, hygiene items, or funds greatly help their work with the homeless.
🍽️ Enjoy a Free Lunch
Sack lunches are available Mon/Tues, with a hot meal Wed. Delicious and filling!
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🐾 Bring Your Pet!
Special pet blessings are a highlight, especially during community events.
🎶 Experience Worship
Join for services that often include live Christian music and Bible study.
any christian churches in the area that are pro-lgbtq?
Glendale United Methodist Church has had wholesome and welcoming signs when I used to work in the area
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🤝 Support Community Outreach
Donations of shoes, hygiene items, or funds greatly help their work with the homeless.
🍽️ Enjoy a Free Lunch
Sack lunches are available Mon/Tues, with a hot meal Wed. Delicious and filling!
🐾 Bring Your Pet!
Special pet blessings are a highlight, especially during community events.
🎶 Experience Worship
Join for services that often include live Christian music and Bible study.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
This historic church is praised for its warm, welcoming congregation and significant community outreach, particularly its free Wednesday lunches and support for the homeless. While its architecture is a draw, some note that its assistance programs are limited by donations. Overall, it's seen as a vital community hub.
"Give out food 1x a mth u can get clothes very nice church and church member are wonderful plus every Wednesday they feed u lunch and they play/ sing and they do Bible study if you want/ to hear the word . If you are able to donate please help them this church does a lot for the homeless people they give them new shoes and under garment and personal hygiene and they do a lot for the community . If you need help with electric bill they will put 50 dollars but only 1x in your life because of donations they don't have a lot.so if you can donate please help them"
Tracey Thomas
"The First United Methodist Church of Glendale, formerly known as the First Methodist Episcopal Church of Glendale in historical documents, is located at 7102 N. 58th Dr. in downtown Glendale, Arizona, and was built during 1928-29. Its sanctuary, with its linked administration wing, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006 for its architecture!⛪📷"
Eddie_ v_az
"Great place to worship. Very friendly and caring congregation. You can see that in what they do. Every Wednesday rain or shine, the church has a free hot lunch offered to anyone. Lunch is offered in the annex building next to the church on the parking lot side. Doors open at 12 pm. They usually have live christian music and a brief sermon before the meal. The food is delicious and nutritious. It's not your standard peanut butter and jelly sandwich! It's usually a two or three course meal with dessert. And seconds are offered after everyone has been fed. The Meals are quite filling and usually home cooked by the church members and volunteers. They are truly following Christ's by feeding the hungry."
Richard G
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
The church is located at 7102 N. 58th Dr. in Glendale, Arizona. It's accessible by car, with parking available on-site. Public transportation options may vary, so check local transit schedules for routes serving downtown Glendale.
Yes, there is a parking lot available for visitors and congregants.
While specific accessibility details aren't widely published, historic buildings often have accommodations. It's best to contact the church directly to inquire about ramps, elevators, or accessible seating if needed.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
No tickets are required to visit the church or attend its community services like the Wednesday lunch. Entry is generally open to all.
The church's main worship services are typically on Sundays. For community outreach programs, the Wednesday lunch starts at 12 PM. Specific hours for other activities or office visits should be confirmed directly with the church.
There is no admission fee for regular worship services or the community lunch. Donations are always welcome to support their outreach efforts.
Yes, the church welcomes visitors to attend its worship services. Check their official schedule for service times.
🎫 🧭 Onsite Experience
Expect a delicious, home-cooked, multi-course meal served with kindness. There's often live Christian music and a brief sermon before the meal. Seconds are usually available.
Yes, the church hosts events like pet blessings, especially during community celebrations like Dog Days of Glendale.
The congregation is described as very friendly, caring, and welcoming. It's known for its community spirit and commitment to helping others.
Yes, Bible study sessions are often part of their Wednesday gatherings, offering a chance to engage with scripture and community.
🍽️ 🍽️ Food & Dining
The church offers a free hot lunch every Wednesday starting at 12 PM in the annex building. They also provide sack lunches on Mondays and Tuesdays.
Yes, the Wednesday hot lunch is completely free and open to everyone in the community.
The meals are home-cooked, nutritious, and often multi-course, going beyond simple sandwiches. They are prepared by church members and volunteers.
📸 📸 Photography
Photography is generally permitted for personal use, especially of the historic architecture. However, always be respectful of ongoing services or private events.
The exterior of the historic sanctuary, with its distinctive architecture, is a prime spot. The interior sanctuary also offers beautiful architectural details.
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