Collegiate United Methodist Church and Wesley Foundation

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.

05/31/2026
05/24/2026
Katherine Parker is visiting! We’re excited to welcome Katherine Parker, United Methodist missionary serving in Nepal, t...
05/15/2026

Katherine Parker is visiting!
We’re excited to welcome Katherine Parker, United Methodist missionary serving in Nepal, to Ames for a special evening of connection, learning, and inspiration.

Katherine will share stories, updates, and insights from her ministry in Nepal, offering a firsthand look at the ways God is at work through mission and partnership around the world.

Collegiate Wesley – Fireside Room
Wednesday, May 20 at 6:30 PM
Dessert and coffee will be provided.

All are welcome—bring a friend and come hear how lives are being impacted through this important ministry. RSVP to Lauren at [email protected]

We're looking forward to celebrating our High School graduates on Sunday, May 17th during worship.
05/14/2026

We're looking forward to celebrating our High School graduates on Sunday, May 17th during worship.

05/10/2026
Our middle school and high school youth groups helped fill up the United Way food drive boxes. They want to challenge yo...
05/07/2026

Our middle school and high school youth groups helped fill up the United Way food drive boxes. They want to challenge you to bring some items today before the boxes are collected tomorrow! Located in the west hallway by the TV.

Friends if you receive an email like this from a staff member please make sure you are looking to see who the sender is....
05/05/2026

Friends if you receive an email like this from a staff member please make sure you are looking to see who the sender is. This email may seem harmless. However their goal is to get you to engage. All staff emails come from our first name and then @ cwames.org 

The United Way food drive is in full swing! We are collecting items until Thursday evening. Help us fill the boxes in th...
05/04/2026

The United Way food drive is in full swing! We are collecting items until Thursday evening. Help us fill the boxes in the west hallway.

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2622 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA
50014

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