New Guests
Check us out!
Whether you’ve attended church your entire life or never at all, we know it’s not easy visiting a church for the first time. You’re not quite sure what to expect and you probably have a lot of questions. If the information below does not answer your questions, please contact us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is your Sunday service?
Our Sunday is at 10:45 am. Our service style is blended, that means a combination of traditional and modern music. Service is streamed Online. We serve coffee and yes you can take coffee with you to the sanctuary in a cup with a lid. All weekend services are a bit different, and each service currently lasts around an hour.
Do you serve communion?
We serve Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month. In the United Methodist Church, we observe what is called “Open Table” that means that everybody regarding age or membership are welcome to the table of the Lord.
What should I wear?
We want you to feel comfortable! You’ll see a variety of attire on Sunday mornings, and we love it that way. Whether you arrive casual or dressy, we want you to feel at home!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I park?
If you’re a guest, feel free to park anywhere in our main parking lot. However, there are three shady spaces just for first time guests on the south corner of the car park.
Where should I enter the building for a worship service?
The covered portico entrance is open for entry they are a handicap accessible door.
What happens when I arrive?
As you enter through the entrance of Alton Main Street UMC, you can expect a warm welcome from our Hospitality Team and for We look forward to meeting you. Make sure to stop by our Welcome Desk. We have a gift for you and would like to help you get connected!
Our Heritage
Main Street has a rich history deeply rooted in the heart of the Upper Alton community from the time of the well-known circuit raider Peter Cartwright until our post-pandemic days.
The Methodism began in the Alton area in 1817. Since its foundation, the Methodist Church has been hosted by three different buildings, our current facilities were completed on April 29, 1986.
While our historical legacy is relevant, and we are so proud of having in our former membership people like Robert P. Wadlow “The Alton Giant”. With programs like providing free apples from our Community Orchard and providing free furniture and household goods to people experiencing emergencies, we are working together to revitalize the importance of a strong spiritual foundation for all.
1) Embraces our surrounding neighborhoods;
2) welcomes every individual in regards of social class, ability, race or sexual orientation, and
3) embodies the love of God for all.
Drop in for a visit. Please consider joining our church family!