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First United Methodist Church

4323 BOWEN RD SE, Washington, DC 20019

About First United Methodist Church

First United Methodist Church is a United Methodist church located at 4323 BOWEN RD SE, Washington, DC, 20019. You can reach First United Methodist Church at +12025831244.

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Where is First United Methodist Church located?

First United Methodist Church is located at 4323 BOWEN RD SE, Washington, DC, 20019. The building sits at coordinates 38.87278, -76.93639, placing it in Washington, DC 20019.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

The neighborhood around First United Methodist Church

The ZIP code 20019 area around First United Methodist Church is home to 64,631 residents with a median household income of $53,394 and a median age of 33.5 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

64,631 Residents in ZIP 20019
33.5 Median age
$53,394 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at First United Methodist Church

Methodists worship with a blend of structured liturgy and heartfelt singing — a Wesleyan inheritance.

  • Service length is about an hour. Expect hymn singing, readings, prayers, a sermon, and often Holy Communion.
  • Communion is an "open table" — anyone seeking Christ is welcome to receive.
  • Dress is casual to business-casual.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual churches vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Questions and answers about First United Methodist Church

What denomination is First United Methodist Church?
This church is part of the United Methodist tradition.
Where is First United Methodist Church located?
First United Methodist Church is located at 4323 BOWEN RD SE, Washington, DC, 20019.

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