Collegiate United Methodist Church and Wesley Foundation

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Collegiate United Methodist Church and Wesley Foundation

A welcoming and progressive congregation in Ames, Iowa. Worship with us Sundays at 10:00 am.

Ever since it was first proposed in 1912, Collegiate United Methodist Church/Wesley Foundation Student Center has been a center for spiritual growth, service to the world, educational opportunities, and vital worship to the university community, to Ames, and to surrounding towns. Today, it's a place where persons grow as disciples of Christ in a passionate, thinking, inclusive environment. We invi

te you to nourish your spirit, explore your beliefs, and serve your neighbors with us! Here's just a sampling of what's in store for you at Collegiate/Wesley. Nourish your spirit:

* Connect with God through meaningful traditional or casual worship services.
* Discover a progressive, welcoming, inclusive congregation.
* Form new friendships through small groups and Sunday School.
* Enjoy some quiet time in one of our two small chapels or our library.
* Engage your creativity and talent through several music and arts groups. Explore your beliefs

* Immerse yourself in thought-provoking Bible studies, small groups, and special events.
* Creative Sunday school classes for children spark imagination, passion and a sense of community.
* Questions are welcomed and individuality is affirmed during weekly youth gatherings.
* Dozens of small and large group events enable university students to think deeply and make meaningful connections.
* At least 6 Sunday morning classes for adults are always offered (during the school year).
* Hear sermons that connect head, heart and hands. Serve your neighbors

* Put your passions to use through dozens of hands-on ministries.
* Regular service projects and a Spring Break work trip for university students offer changes to engage with others and give of yourself.
* Annual summer work trips for elementary, middle and high school youth take young people out of their comfort zones and into places where they can share God's love in hand-on ways.
* Home of Clothing that Works.
* Active supporter of AMOS, Food at First, MICA and many other organizations that serve others.
* Founding and active member of Emergency Residence Project, Good Neighbor Emergency Assistance, and Home for Awhile.
* Connect to global ministries through our missionary in Nepal and our many denominational connections.

09/01/2026

What a powerful day to be the church!

This past Sunday, more than 50 members of Collegiate United Methodist Church showed up and stood together at the AMOS 30th Anniversary We the People Convention.

Alongside 1,200 citizen leaders representing 40 institutions across five counties in Central Iowa, we celebrated 30 years of organized people power and recommitted ourselves to building a community where everyone can thrive.

The convention lifted up important issues facing our neighbors, from water quality and public school funding to EMS response times, refugee and immigrant workforce protections, and support for vulnerable seniors. Together, leaders secured concrete commitments from candidates to work on these shared priorities.

Thank you to our 50+ Collegiate UMC members who showed up, listened, shared, stood together, and represented our church so faithfully. Your presence is a reminder that our faith calls us not only to worship together, but to organize, build relationships, and work for a community where all people can flourish.

Shoutout to Kim for being the best bus driver ever and transporting a large group from Ames!

We are grateful to be part of this work, and we’re just getting started.

08/30/2026

08/26/2026

Volunteer Opportunity: Food at First Friday!

Looking for a meaningful way to give back to our community? Join us for Food at First, a free community meal that brings people together around good food and great company!

We’re looking for volunteers for our second shift. 🍽️ Serving & Cleanup Crew: 5:30–7:30 PM. Serve dinner with a smile and help us leave the kitchen sparkling!

Grab a friend, bring your kids, or come solo and meet someone new. Every pair of hands makes a difference!

📍 Sign up here:
https://m.signupgenius.com/ #!/showSignUp/5080C4EAAAB23A7FB6-food

08/24/2026

There’s something special about starting a new school year together.

Some of our church family are out front this morning handing out snacks, sharing smiles, and wishing students a great first day. We’re glad to send them off with a little encouragement and lots of prayers for the year ahead.

08/23/2026

08/22/2026

Sunday August 23rd!
During worship at 10:00 am, bring your back to school item for our back to school blessing!

08/19/2026

Based off Psalm 23 and created by the ever talented Alex Jean!

08/16/2026

08/09/2026

08/04/2026

Middle School Service Trip Kansas City 2026

What a trip! Our middle schoolers packed a lot into our Kansas City service trip, and we couldn’t be prouder.

With 12 youth and 4 adults, we spent our time serving, learning, laughing, and growing together. We had some fun at Worlds of Fun, but the heart of our trip was serving our neighbors:

At Harvesters, we processed carrots and potatoes that will help provide food for people throughout the region.

With Metro Lutheran Ministry, we stuffed backpacks with school supplies and prepared 100 sack lunches for community members.

We also shopped for school supplies to support the children and families at Saint Luke’s Hospital Crittenton Children’s Center.

A huge thank you to the gracious congregation at Grace and Holy Trinity Cathedral for welcoming us and giving us a place to call home for the week. We are especially grateful to Mother Clare, who took such wonderful care of our group. We were honored to join the congregation for Mid-Day Eucharist and experience their hospitality and worship together.

We are grateful for the organizations that welcomed us, the people we met along the way, and most of all, for these 12 young people who showed up ready to serve.

We came home tired, full of memories, and reminded once again that faith is something we live out by loving and serving our neighbors.

Address

2622 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA
50014

Website

http://www.cwames.org/

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