The roots of Jefferson First United Church lie in the "Methodist Society," which met in the homes of individuals. This was around 1800, about the same time Jackson County was established and Jefferson named the county seat. The first church building was located where the Woodbine Cemetery now exists. It was dismantled and rebuild at it's present location in 1845 and was the only church in Jefferson until 1858, when the Presbyterian Church was built. Local Baptists organized their church and met in the Methodist Church in 1866.
This second building was replaced around 1900. A fire in 1924 completely destroyed the third building. Only a Communion Service, kept at the home of a church member, was saved. Our current building was constructed the following year. It contains the sanctuary, classrooms, offices, a library, and choir room. Another building, the Bruce Langford Fellowship Hall, was constructed in 1982. It contains additional classrooms, a conference room, a kitchen, and a dining area/auditorium.
The Jefferson First United Methodist Church has a rich heritage. Its history is filled with people who have given of themselves in so many ways. We are proud of our faithful members who have gone before us! We continue to strive to be faithful to our own callings. We understand we are the church of the present. What we do today is strongly influenced by those who have gone before us, and will greatly affect those who will come after us. We struggle to remember that all we do in this place, we do in the name of Christ and for the sake of furthering His Kingdom.
If you are just passing through our area or are looking for a church home, we cordially invite you to visit and worship with us! We are a church with a small town warmth and hospitality.