History
In the 1800s, this church was one of five in neighboring towns to be on a circuit, with a pastor visiting only occasionally. In 1898, land was donated to the Findlay group, and a white frame church was built on the northwest corner of West Foulke and Cory streets. The church claimed the name of Pendleton United Brethren in Christ in honor of the lady who donated its location. After outgrowing the facilities there, land was purchased on Rector Avenue in Findlay in 1967 and a brick structure was erected. The name of the church was changed to Findlay First United Brethren in Christ.
The church flourished, and eventually the denominational leaders believed that to better reach the growing population in Findlay, a second United Brethren in Christ church should be planted. Along with approximately 60 people, the pastor serving at the time helped to establish a second church named Faith Community United Brethren Church. The new congregation thrived for a season but eventually returned to be reunited with First United Brethren in Christ.
In recent years, another valley was encountered by the congregation. Approximately half of the membership has sought worship elsewhere and again the congregation is rebuilding. The nucleus of First United Brethren in Christ Church is strong and gaining in resolve to keep building the Kingdom of God. We are optimistic for the future and committed to God for His direction.