First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Zanesville, Ohio

The congregation of First Christian Church has been active in ministry to the Zanesville community since 1870. Through worship, Bible study and fellowship we seek to grow in relationship to Jesus Christ and then to witness to the love of Christ in service and mission to our community and world. We invite you to join us as we proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ and take our message of joy, justice and peace to the world.

Sunday Worship 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School and Adult Education 9:30 a.m.
Inspiring, fun, and thoughtful classes for children and youth. Adult classes on a variety of topics.

Wednesday Informal Worship at 1:00 p.m.


Our Ministries include:

Youth Groups
Women's and Men's Fellowship Groups
Weekday and Sunday Bible Studies
Volunteer Opportunities


We seek to minister to all ages through our programs here at First Christian Church and to minister to our community and world through our Outreach programs.

Ministry to Young Children


Child care is provided in our nursery for infants and young children during both Sunday Worship Services and also during the Sunday School hour.

Our children are invited to participate in a special time for children during our worship services.

Kids for Christ is provided for children age 4 through 2nd grade following the Children's Time during the 10:30 a.m. worship service. This time of learning focuses on worship and praising God through stories, crafts and song.

Welcome to Worship: This is a four week learning experience for 3rd, 4th and 5th graders in the fall of each year. Through this program children explore many aspects of our worship service and learn to be active participants.

Christian Education


Sunday School Classes are offered for all ages every Sunday at 9:30 a.m.

Our Children's Sunday School includes classes for Preschoolers, Kindergarten - 2nd grade and 3rd - 5th graders.

Sunday School classes are also offered for Middle School Students and High School students.

We have eight Adult Classes held on Sunday mornings. The classes study a variety of Bible studies and current issues and have a variety of teaching styles. You are sure to find a class that is just right for you.

We periodically offer classes on special topics or issues such as parenting, prayer, world religions. Members are invited to suggest topics of special studies.

Youth Ministry


We celebrate a vital, growing youth program here at First Christian Church. Our Middle School students are part of our CHI RHO youth group and our High School students make up our CYF. Both youth groups meet weekly at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday evenings at the church for study, service and fellowship. The youth groups also take part in a variety of special events and each year attend a week of Chi Rho Camp or CYF Conference. Our youth groups also experience a mission trip each summer. Check out youth ministry at First Christian Church.

JC Kids is a group for 3rd-5th graders that meets monthly for service and fun.

Bible Study

We have several Bible Study groups that are held at times other than Sunday mornings.

Companions in Christ meets every Wednesday at noon. Bring a sack lunch, a Bible and join us for a study of the Scripture. We are currently studying the Book of Acts.

Discovering the Bible is a survey course of the whole Bible that meets on Sunday evenings at 6:00 p.m. We are currently working through the Old Testament and after a summer break will begin the New Testament.

Women's Study Groups


Group Martha meets on the first Wednesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. for study, service and fellowship.

WSOS (Women Serving Our Savior) meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The group is studying women of the Old Testament. They also participate in regular service projects for our church and community. Child care is provided.

Bereavement Committee provides meals for grieving families following funerals.

Quilters meet each Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. and quilt. Proceeds from their projects go to support a variety of mission projects.

Men's Ministry


Our men meet monthly for breakfast and fellowship. They are frequently involved in a variety of work projects here at the church and around the community.


Serving Opportunities

There are a variety of ways you can be part of our ministry here at First Christian Church. Please share with one of our pastors or Leadership Team members how you would like to serve. Our members are also involved in a variety of outreach ministries in our community and world. Learn how you can be a part.