Order Your Spring Flowers

Franklin First United Methodist Church

Franklin First United Methodist ChurchFranklin First United Methodist ChurchFranklin First United Methodist Church
  • Home
  • I'm New
  • Giving & Member Resources
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Sermons & Newsletters
    • Franklin First History
  • Programs
    • Mission & Outreach
    • Music Ministry
    • Children Programs
  • Contact Us
  • Community Resources
  • Community Education
  • Lent & Easter
  • More
    • Home
    • I'm New
    • Giving & Member Resources
    • About Us
      • About Us
      • Sermons & Newsletters
      • Franklin First History
    • Programs
      • Mission & Outreach
      • Music Ministry
      • Children Programs
    • Contact Us
    • Community Resources
    • Community Education
    • Lent & Easter

Franklin First United Methodist Church

Franklin First United Methodist ChurchFranklin First United Methodist ChurchFranklin First United Methodist Church
  • Home
  • I'm New
  • Giving & Member Resources
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Sermons & Newsletters
    • Franklin First History
  • Programs
    • Mission & Outreach
    • Music Ministry
    • Children Programs
  • Contact Us
  • Community Resources
  • Community Education
  • Lent & Easter

About Franklin First

Christian Community

At Franklin First Church, we believe that when we try and live life by our own devices, we are selling ourselves short. God has so much more to offer.


 Life can be hard. Different voices are calling us in divergent directions. Which path do we follow? God’s voice is the voice of Truth, and our mission is to work together to recognize God’s leading and apply it to our lives. We also seek to share that Good News in ways that bring blessing to others.   


You are invited to join us as we explore God’s Word and reach out to serve our neighbors. At Franklin First, we find purpose by opening ourselves to God’s love and mission. 

What Does It Mean to be a United Methodist Church?

The United Methodist Church is a global denomination that opens hearts, opens minds and opens doors through active engagement with our world. The mission of The United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.  


John Wesley and the early Methodists placed primary emphasis on Christian living, on putting faith and love into action. This emphasis on what Wesley referred to as "practical divinity" has continued to be a hallmark of United Methodism today.

Explore More

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge him, and He will make straight your paths.


Proverbs 3: 5-6

Meet Our Staff

Pastor Laura Saunders

Pastor Laura Saunders

Pastor Laura and her husband Lee are native to northwest Ohio but have enjoyed residing in Franklin since 2017. They have three children and love to spoil their grand and great-grandchildren. Both are dog lovers and like to get involved in their community.

A graduate of the Methodist Theological Seminary in Ohio, Laura is a second career pastor and has served churches in Wauseon and Milford, Ohio. She particularly enjoys leading Franklin First because this modest-sized church has a mighty heart for its Franklin neighbors.

Theresa Fultz
Office Administrator


Theresa Fultz

Office Administrator

Stop by the office to see to Theresa. 

She is happy to answer questions and help.  Her office hours are 9- 2:30; Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. 

Email Theresa with Questions

OUr LEadership TEam

Download PDF

Contact Us

Drop us a line!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Stop by to see us or drop us a line - we would love to hear from you!

Franklin First United Methodist Church

303 South Main Street, Franklin, Ohio 45005, United States

937-746-5232 office@franklinfirstumc.org

Hours

Mon

Closed

Tue

09:00 am – 02:30 pm

Wed

09:00 am – 02:30 pm

Thu

09:00 am – 02:30 pm

Fri

Closed

Sat

Closed

Sun

By Appointment

Copyright © 2023 Franklin First United Methodist Church - All Rights Reserved.

  • Home
  • Giving & Member Resources
  • Lent & Easter

This website uses cookies.

We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.

Accept