First United Methodist Church of Des Plaines

Specialties

Whether you are a life-​long member or you are walking through the door for the first time, there is heart-​felt welcome waiting for you at FUMC Des Plaines. Sunday greeters are at the door to help newcomers get oriented, but the lasting welcome comes from conversations that flow freely as people enjoy seeing old friends and meeting new ones.

If you are looking for a church that will accept you as you are, give us a try. If you want to discover God’s calling for your life and deepen your faith in Christ, join us. We are committed to following Jesus Christ and embracing all people with the love of God. At FUMC Des Plaines you will find a place where you can connect to Christ, His love, and the Church. In today’s stressful and busy world, it is easy to feel all alone. We invite you to become a part of the First United Methodist Church of Des Plaines and get connected to a loving God.

Worship is a joyful experience for all ages. Contemporary songs and familiar hymns are led by our choir and praise band. The liturgy and sermon are faithful to scripture and meant to encourage a relationship with Christ that is lived out where we live, work, and play.

History

Established in 1924.

Our current building at Graceland and Prairie was erected in two stages; the sanctuary in 1951, and the education wing in 1955. This beautiful English Gothic, Lannon-​stone structure, designed by Hugo Haeuser, is acknowledged to be among the more distinctive buildings in the community.

Extensive remodeling completed in 1985 provided the refurbished classroom and the office space on the sanctuary level known as Goodyear Hall.

In 1992 the parking lot providing access to Webford Avenue was completed.

In 1994 the beautiful new Family Entrance designed by Arnie Seegers to blend into the existing structure was completed. Its elevator makes our building fully accessible to physically disadvantaged persons.

Meet the Business Owner

Rev. Brad W.

Business Owner

Rev. Bradford B. Wilson has been faithfully serving in the UM Conference for the past 33 years after graduating from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in 1981. He has been the minister at FUMC Des Plaines since July of 2012. Pastor Brad is involved in many of the ministries here at FUMC; including Praise Team, Chancel Choir & Bessie’s Table. Brad is married and has four grown children, along with 4 beautiful grandchildren.