Collegiate United Methodist Church & Wesley Foundation Campus Ministry

A progressive, inclusive, welcoming, and active community of faith.

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 invite you to nourish your spirit, explore your beliefs, and serve your neighbors with us! Whether you come to one of our worship services, a Sunday school class, or some other event, you can expect to be unconditionally welcomed just as you are.

Here's a quick overview of what you'll find 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 at our weekly soup supper.
* 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.
* Monthly 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 middle and high school youth take young p...