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Christ First United Methodist Church

Recovery, Traditional, Bible, UMC, Christian

Sun 11:00am United Methodist Newcomers welcome Wasilla, AK

About Us

Christ First UMC is a Christ-centered, welcoming church where everyone belongs no matter where they are on their journey. We open our doors and hearts to people of all ages, abilities, identities, and life experiences. Anyone seeking hope, healing, or connection is welcome at Christ First UMC. You don’t have to have it all together to come to church. You are loved as you are, invited to grow in faith at your own pace, and encouraged to walk alongside others in grace, compassion, and community.

Denomination
United Methodist Church
Size
Small
Founded
1991


Our Services

Service Times

Sunday
11:00am
Worship at Christ First UMC is the highest low church around. We celebrate Holy Communion every Sunday, sing hymns rooted in tradition, and gather with reverence and joy without putting on a show. You’ll find people dressed up, dressed down, and everything in between, because what matters most is showing up as you are. Our worship is Christ-centered, grace-filled, and open to all, creating space for everyone to encounter God, no matter their journey.

What to Expect

What are services like?
Services at Christ First UMC are welcoming, meaningful, and grounded in grace. Worship includes weekly communion, familiar hymns, prayer, and a message that connects faith to real life. People come as they are: no expectations, no pressure. Just a community gathering to worship God together and support one another on the journey.

What is the community like?
The church community at Christ First UMC is warm, open, and deeply caring. It is a mix of ages, backgrounds, and life experiences, including people in recovery, families, singles, elders, longtime members, and first-time visitors. This is a place where you are known by name, supported through life’s ups and downs, and welcomed just as you are.

What if I'm not a Christian?
At Christ First UMC, it does not matter if you are not a Christian. You are welcome to join us, ask questions, and be part of the community. People come to explore faith, seek support, or simply be with others without any pressure to believe or participate in everything. If you are curious, we offer Bible studies and book studies on Sunday mornings from 10:00 to 10:45, or you can stay after worship for coffee and a conversation with the pastor. Everyone is accepted as they are, and you can take part at your own comfort and pace.


Leadership

Kelly Marciales

Kelly Marciales
Co-Pastor

Rev. Kelly Marciales serves as Co-Pastor of Christ First United Methodist Church and is a Deacon in The United Methodist Church. Kelly earned a Master of Theology and Mission from Fuller Theological Seminary (2020) and brings a background in community organizing and theological education, including teaching at Wartburg Theological Seminary and Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary. Living in Alaska since 2014, Kelly is passionate about faith that leads to justice, healing, and shared community life, and enjoys writing and travel.

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