Editor’s note: Some church services may have moved to online-only formats after The Republic’s deadline due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Services and studies
Asbury United Methodist Church — Asbury offers a limited in-person traditional service at 8:45 a.m. and a limited in-person contemporary service at 11 a.m.
J.A.M. (Jesus and Me) children’s church is at 11 a.m. There are no Sunday school classes at this time.
Asbury Kids for children first through sixth grade meet each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. There will be a fun activity, snack, Bible story, and a time of prayer. Email Heidi at hwarren@ asburycolumbus.org to get your children registered.
The church is located at 1751 27th St., Columbus.
Community Church of Columbus — Community Church of Columbus is offering Tuesday Connection. The sessions are a collection of various support and educational groups. The 10-part, in-person series started on Feb. 23. Sessions are held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Child care is provided.
For information on the groups offered and to register, go to www.cccolumbus.org/events or call 812-348-6257.
East Columbus Christian Church — East Columbus Christian Church is open for in-person worship on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. Masks are required and social distancing is expected. The church also has online worship available through Facebook and YouTube.
Youth meet at the church from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and children’s ministry meets through Zoom on Wednesdays at 5 p.m.
The church is located at 3170 Indiana Ave., Columbus.
For more information: 812-372-3789 or eastccc.net
East Columbus United Methodist — The church is now offering in-person worship on Sunday mornings.
Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. in the sanctuary with the implementation of the recommended in-person worship guidelines. Masks are required to enter the building. Seating is every other pew and pre-packaged communion supplies are used. Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of each month.
Sunday school is held immediately following the morning service, with classrooms arranged to follow social distancing guidelines. Sunday evening services have been suspended until further notice. The weekly morning service will continue to be available for viewing online through the church’s Facebook and YouTube pages.
The church is located at 2439 Indiana Ave., Columbus.
Fairlawn Presbyterian — Weekly worship services are on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. via Zoom. Links and numbers are below or you can check fairlawnpc.net or visit the church’s Facebook page for login and phone information.
Use Zoom to call-in by phone or login online. Join the online Zoom meeting at https://zoom.us/j/431070245 with the meeting ID 431 070 245.
Those interested can also dial-in at: +1 253 215 8782 US; +1 301 715 8592; Meeting ID: 431 070 245.
The church is located at 2611 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus.
Information: Facebook, fairlawnpc.net, office@ fairlawnpc.net, 812-372-3882.
Faith Lutheran Church — The church livestreams worship each Sunday at 9 a.m. along with daily devotions Monday through Thursday each week at 7 a.m. on the church’s Facebook page. The congregation also meets for in-person services each Sunday morning at 9 a.m. and Wednesday afternoon at 4 p.m. following recommended health guidelines.
The church is located at 6000 West State Road 46, Columbus, 47201.
Information: faithontheweb.org, 812-342-3587.
First Christian Church — The church is offering services in person and online at 9 and 10:30 a.m. The 9 a.m. service is reserved for those 65 and older and the 10:30 a.m. service is open to all ages.
Information: www.fccoc.org, 812-379-4491.
First Baptist — First Baptist welcomes all to join them at 9:30 a.m. for in person or at firstbaptistcolumbus.org/video for their livestreamed service. Recordings of the services are also available.
The church is located at 3300 Fairlawn Drive, Columbus.
Information: 812-376-3321.
First Lutheran Church — The church offers in-person worship on Sunday mornings at 8:45 a.m. for the classic service and 11:15 a.m. for the casual service. Livestreaming of both services can be accessed on electronic devices at www.youtube.com/user/FLCColumbus.
The church is located at 3600 E. 25th St., Columbus.
First Presbyterian — The church will have a service via livestream at 9:30 a.m. Sunday on Facebook and Zoom. Join in at https://www. facebook.com/groups/56933406910/ or https://zoom.us/j/214025301.
Those in the community in need of a meal are invited to the Hot Meals program, which is offered Friday at 5 p.m. The church is an LGBTQ-friendly church.
Information: fpccolumbus.org
First United Methodist — On March 28, at 10 a.m., the Rev. Sarah Campbell will deliver the message. The scripture will be Mark 11:1-11. The service will run concurrent with the 10 a.m. Facebook livestream. Those who are attending in person are encouraged to arrive 10 minutes before the service and use either the Eighth Street or Lafayette Street doors.
Hand sanitizer will be available at the entrances to the sanctuary. Masks are required while in the building. The church is practicing social distancing, and will be taking other precautions to help ensure everyone’s health and safety.
For those that aren’t able to make it to the in-person service or are not yet comfortable meeting in person, a 10 a.m. livestream of the service will be on the church’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ columbusfumc and it will be available on the church website for later viewing as well.
On April 1, at 7 p.m., the church will have a Maundy Thursday service. It will be livestreamed only on the church’s Facebook page.
On April 2, at 7 p.m., the church will have a Good Friday service. It will be livestreamed on the church’s Facebook page.
FUMC will have three services on Easter morning (April 4). They will be at 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., and 11 a.m. The first service will be the sunrise service, and it will take place outside in the green space across Ninth Street (if there is inclement weather, it will be moved to fellowship hall). The 9 and 11 a.m. services will take place in the sanctuary. The two sanctuary services will be identical, and both will be broadcast on their Facebook page. The church is asking that people call and reserve a spot for the services.
Information: 812-372-2851 or www.fumccolumbus.org
The church is located at 618 Eighth St., Columbus.
Flintwood Wesleyan — Masks/facial coverings are required to enter the building for services on Sundays and Wednesdays and at all times unless seated and socially distanced in the sanctuary.
Sunday morning worship begins at 9 a.m. with The Amplify (contemporary) service. Sunday school has been dismissed until further notice. The Well service (traditional) begins at 11 a.m. Both worship services are led by Pastor Wesley Jones. The church’s Sunday Amplify services are streamed on Facebook and YouTube live at 9 a.m.
Sunday evening is devoted to Celebrate Recovery meetings. The meetings are designed to assist in ridding hurts, habits, and hang-ups. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. with getting to know each other, singing, and a lesson are open to the public. At 7 p.m., there is an open share meeting that splits into a group for women and a group for men. Safe child care is available.
The Church Beginnings, a small group Bible study, meets on Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. in the Friendship Center. The group is studying the Book of Acts and new members are welcome.
Wednesday activities begins with a meal served at 5:30 p.m. in The Friendship Center. The iKids program begins at 6:15 p.m. and Youth begins at 6:30 p.m. Prayer Team meets downstairs in the main building at 6:15 p.m. and Adult Bible study meets at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary.
The annual Easter egg hunt is scheduled for April 3. The hunt will begin at 10 a.m. with registration at 9:30 a.m. More information will be given closer to date.
The church is located at 5300 E. 25th St., Columbus.
Information: 812-379-4287, [email protected], flintwood.org
Grace Lutheran — The church hosts Sunday worship services at 8 and 10:30 a.m. in-person and livestreamed at www.gracecolumbus.org.
On April 1, the church will observe Holy Thursday with the Divine Service at 6:30 p.m. in person and also livestreamed at gracecolumbus.org.
On April 2, the church will observe Good Friday with two different services; a Tenebrae (Service of Darkness) at noon, and with the Chief Service of Good Friday at 6:30 p.m. Services are in-person and also livestreamed at gracecolumbus.org.
April 4, the church will celebrate the resurrection with the Columbus Brass Quintet at its 8 and 10:30 a.m. services. Both Divine Services are in person and also livestreamed at gracecolumbus.org.
The church is located at 3201 Central Ave., Columbus, and all events are held with CDC guidelines compliance.
Memorial Baptist Church — Sunday worship services are at 9:30 a.m. in person and online. Sunday school is at 10:45 a.m. in -person and online. The Rev. Dan Barringer will present the sermon “What Happens When You Assume?”
Newbern United Methodist Church — The church is practicing strict COVID-19 preventative measures. Masks are required. All activities are postponed until further notice except for Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. and online Bible study each Wednesday at 7 p.m. via Zoom.
North Christian Church — The church is continuing Sunday services at 10:30 a.m. each Sunday morning via YouTube. Search North Christian Church Columbus Indiana to join.
Join the conversation via Zoom on Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. The church will continue to explore Biblical characters whose lives unraveled. Each session is wholly independent from the others. Participants can choose to come and go as able. There is no book to purchase or any advance reading to complete.
There are multiple ways to join in. Desktop link: zoom.us/j/ 83268062076; smartphones: +1 646 558 8656, 832 6806 2076#; Landline phones: +1 646 558 8656, then enter meeting ID 832 6806 2076.
The staff continues to work remotely. No building access is available at this time. The church will continue to monitor this ever-changing situation and update their response as appropriate.
The church is located at 850 Tipton Lane, Columbus.
Information: 812-372-1531.
Old Union United Church of Christ — Scriptures for the 10 a.m. Sunday service, Palm/Passion Sunday, will include Mark 12:1-15:47. The message will be “His Passion Completed Him.”
A Good Friday service will be at 6 p.m. on April 2.
The church has applied social distancing guidelines. Face coverings are required, but can be provided by the church for those that need one. Seating is spaced two arm-widths apart for non-relatives. Seating is every other pew and there will be no fellowship in the basement, no passing of the peace, and no handshaking or hugging.
The church is located at 12703 N. County Road 50W, Edinburgh.
Petersville United Methodist Church — Petersville United Methodist Church will have in-person worship on Sunday mornings at 9 a.m. Masks are required and are available in the entrance of the church, along with sanitizer. The offering basket also will be placed there.
United Methodist men, United Methodist women, and Bible study groups may start meeting in the fellowship hall, but each group will be responsible for cleaning the area they use. There will not be Sunday school classes or fellowship time available just yet.
Pastor Rebecca Milne will bring the Palm Sunday sermon, “Holy, Wholly.” Scriptures will be from Matthew 91-8 and John 12:12-16. Teresa Covert will bring the children’s message. Kathy Bush will serve as Worship Leader, and Kreigh Keffaber is in charge of the Power Point projection. Karen Mize will be videotaping the service and it will be available on the church’s website.
At the conclusion of the service, persons are to exit the building beginning with the back pews first.
Information: 812-376-3501; 812-546-4438.
Sandy Hook United Methodist — Sandy Hook United Methodist church gathers weekly for in-person worship. The church offers two services. The traditional service is at 8:45 a.m. and the contemporary service is at 11 a.m.
On the Sixth Sunday of Lent, Palm Sunday, March 28, Pastor Paul Dazet will bring a message about “The Gourd from the Lord” as part of the sermon series “JONAH…FOR LENT.”
Fellowship time will not take place, nor will there be any Sunday school classes, children’s church, or nursery services. Online services can be found on the church Facebook page or YouTube channel.
Those attending are asked to wear masks, and they will be available if needed. Seating will be marked and will be socially distanced. Attendees should not gather in groups inside the church.
The church will have two Easter services. Traditional at 8:45 a.m. and Celebration at 11 a.m. Masks will be required and social distancing will be happening. Nursery services will be available for both services.
The church is located at 1610 Taylor Road, Columbus and for more information 812-372-8495.
St. Paul Episcopal Church — In-person worship has resumed at the church, 2651 California St., Columbus, with Sunday Eucharistic services at 8 a.m. (Rite 1) and 10:15 a.m. (Rite 2).
The church follows a strict protocol that includes masks, social distancing, and no singing.
Zoom is used to livestream the 10:15 a.m. Sunday service, for participation in the Tuesday morning Bible study at 11 a.m., and the Thursday evening office of Compline at 8 p.m.
Information and Zoom meeting IDs can be found on the church website at stpaulsclumbus.org.
Information: 812-372-7869.
St. Paul Lutheran — For Palm Sunday services, Pastor Doug Bauman will present the message “The Coming Kingdom,” based on Mark 11:1-10, Sunday during the 8 and 10:45 a.m. worship services that follow all CDC guidelines for social distancing.
Christian fellowship will begin at 9:10 a.m. Christian education for all ages follows at 9:30 a.m.
The Spanish worship service will be in the Fellowship Room at 10:45 a.m. with Spanish Sunday school at noon.
An Easter egg hunt for children through sixth grade will start at noon.
Maundy Thursday Communion services will be held Thursday at 4:45 p.m. and at 7 p.m. with Pastor Bauman presenting the message “Seeing, Eating and Drinking.”
A 45-minute Good Friday service designed for children and families begins at 10 a.m. Friday followed with activities to reinforce the significance of the day. Good Friday Communion Services of Darkness begin at 4:45 p.m. and at 7 p.m. with Pastor Jeff Patterson presenting the message “IT is Finished.”
On April 3, an Easter Festival Communion service will be held in the church at 4:45 p.m.
Both services will be posted online at www.stpaulcolumbus.org
Radio Worship Service is every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on WYGS 91.1 FM and the Lutheran Hour at 7 p.m. on WYGS 91.1 FM.
The church is located at 6045 East State St., Columbus.
Information: 812-376-6504 or www.stpaulcolumbus.org
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbus — At this time the church has postponed in-person gatherings until further notice. Follow the church on Facebook or visit uucci.org for information on joining the church virtually.
The church is located at 7850 W. Goeller Blvd., Columbus.
Information: 812-342-6230.
Westside Community Church — WCC has resumed in-facility Sunday Worship Service at 10 a.m. Masks are required. Limited seating will be available to allow for distancing. The worship service will also continue to be broadcast in the parking lot on FM 87.9 at 10 a.m.
All other Sunday in-person activities are suspended for the time being.
Social distancing guidelines will be observed and masks will be required. All Sunday in-person activities are suspended for the time being.
You may also visit www.WCCShareJesus.com for recorded audio sermons, as well as Facebook for daily “Points to Ponder” by Pastor Dennis.
WCC is located at the corner of State Road 46 West and Tipton Lakes Boulevard in Columbus.
Information 812-342-8464.
Events
Eckankar, The Path of Spiritual Freedom — Discover Yourself As Soul! — Eckankar is an active, individual, and creative spiritual practice that can make God’s love an everyday reality in your life. All in-person Eckankar events in Indiana are currently suspended due to COVID-19.
Information www.Eck-Indiana.org and 812-418-8392.
Garden City Church of Christ — On April 1, at 7 p.m., Garden City Church of Christ will host “Christ in the Passover: A Presentation.” This powerful presentation, shared by Shmuel M. Abramson from “Jews for Jesus,” will demonstrate the link between the Jewish feast of Passover and the last supper Jesus shared with His disciples.
Join the church for an explanation of the beautiful symbolism of the Jewish ceremony called a Seder. The story of the exodus and freedom from slavery will be weaved together with the messianic hope realized in Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. The words “do this in remembrance of me” will take on an even deeper meaning to Christians as we learn the significance of the tradition Jesus observed the night before he died and give us a closer look at the very Jewish life he led.
All are welcome for this unforgettable, thought-provoking experience. A free-will offering will be taken.
Information: 812-372-1766 or www.gardencitychurch.com.
Healing Waters Ministries — All are invited to come take part in a Community Easter Event with a special guest appearance on April 3 from 1 to 4 p.m. in the church parking lot. Bring the family, invite some friends and come for a few hours of Easter fun. Bring your Easter basket for the egg hunt and hot dogs will be fresh off the grill. Prizes will be given throughout the afternoon.
The church is located at 2330 Midway St., Columbus.
