Sunday Church Series - Welcoming

Yesterday, I marched in the Women's March here in Birmingham. As we made the last lap back to Kelly Ingram Park, I spotted this wonderful sign beside one of Birmingham's oldest churches, First United Methodist Church.

Sunday Church Series - First Church

First United Methodist Church in downtown Birmingham was founded in 1872 and draws members from all over Jefferson County. To quote their website: " At First Church, our wonderful history is combined with a dynamic vision to create an engaging authentic experience of worship, discipleship and service." 

Fall at First Church

Forgive me for overloading the "fall color" here but I'm trying to pack as many photos in as possible before Christmas takes over!.  A few weeks ago I snapped this shot of fall leaves set against Birmingham's First United Methodist Church, or as locals call it....First Church.

Happy Thanksgiving to all my dear blog readers who celebrate this holiday!

Sunday Church Series - First Church

The First United Methodist Church in downtown Birmingham was founded in 1872.  Everyone here just calls it First Church.  I love these old churches that have been the fabric of our city for so many years.

Sunday Church Series - A Warm Welcome

Downtown Birmingham's First United Methodist Church has added some great red doors. A warm welcome indeed.


For my Birmingham area readers I will be offering another series of photography classes. Designed for amateur photographers with any type digital/film camera who want to be more creative and learn to take better family and vacation photos.

Community Education South

April 18-May 16

6:00-8:00 PM

For more information:

Contact me at virgjones@gmail.com

First Church

The First United Methodist Church in downtown Birmingham has affectionately been called "First Church" as long as I can remember. Their website says it was founded in 1872 and the inscription over the door says the building was erected in 1891. Since that time, it has been considered the "Mother Church" of many churches in the Greater Birmingham area. I think it's wonderful that this church as survived over all these years and is still a vibrant part of our city.

Saturday I took a spin downtown with my photography buddy Bill. The late afternoon sun was hitting the shiny facade of the Harbert Plaza across the street and making some amazing shadows on the church. Have a look.