First Christian Church
Ames
IA

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We are a people of God on a path of freedom, learning and love. We question, think, and listen. We respect other faiths. We welcome new people. We are open to new ideas. We care about our community. We care about creation. We are passionate about making our community and world a better place. We are a people of God who

understand that God is bigger than any concept we have. We can never fully know God, but we can live into the mystery and experience moments of knowing and insight and grace.
think the questions are as important as the answers.
believe faith is a process, a journey that is on-going.

We follow Jesus

who did not start a religion but launched a movement of extravagant, inclusive, and reconciling love.
who did not require belief in specific doctrines, but rather, said, “Come, follow me.”
who said the whole of the law and prophets can be summarized by this, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself.” (Matthew 22:37-40)

Values and Vision

Core Values:

Genuinely accept, welcome and love everyone as Jesus did.
Connect people to God and to one another.
Cultivate an environment where people grow in faith and discipleship.
Celebrate everyone’s gifts for ministry and encourage people as leaders.
Minister in the community with God’s healing love.

Vision:

First Christian Church Will Be A Community Of Connection:

To God who brings hope and possibility, abundance and grace
To the way of Jesus that brings deeper meaning and purpose
To other people to build positive, life-enhancing relationships
To resources that will promote healing and wholeness in all aspects of life
To other organizations with a similar vision and purpose

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Rev. Mary Jane Button-Harrison

Pastor

Born in Minnesota, raised and attended college in Iowa, attended seminary in the Chicago metro area, I am truly a mid-westerner! I have been in ministry at First Christian Church in Ames since 2006 and am enjoying both Ames and First Christian very much! This congregation never ceases to amaze me (in a good way) and I feel blessed to be here.

I am married to Tim, an ordained Church of the Brethren minister. Together we have two young adult children, Sam and Hannah. We enjoy singing and playing music together. I enjoy kick-boxing, walks with Tim, eating fresh vegetables, traveling, and engaging in both theological and philosophical conversations with all kinds of people.

Liz Collazo

Administrative Assistant

Our parking lot is on the west side of the building off 6th St. On Sundays you may also park in the lot across Clark Ave. east of the building.



Bicycles can be locked on the rack next to the southwest corner of the building off of 6th st.

Regular Sunday Schedule:

Learning Time – 9:15 a.m.

Worship – 10:30 a.m.

Summer Schedule:

Worship – 9:30 a.m.

Service Times last updated on the 9th of April, 2024

We say, “Come as you are… you belong!” We care more about you than what you wear. Wear what makes you comfortable.

We have an elevator just inside the west entry that goes to the basement, and 1st floor, and a lift from the 1st floor to the sanctuary level. There is also a ramp on the southeast side of the building for entry to the sanctuary from Clark Ave. on the east.