The First United Methodist Church of Jamaica is a stunning wedding venue based in Jamaica, New York. Couples are invited to celebrate their rehearsal dinner, bridal shower, engagement party, wedding ceremony, and reception at this beautiful and historic church. This multicultural, multigenerational church opens their doors to couples looking to celebrate their wedding year-round. The First United Methodist Church of Jamaica celebrates diversity and welcomes couples of all backgrounds to her church.

Facilities and Capacity

The First United Methodist Church of Jamaica offers couples a number of facilities for weddings of up to 100 guests. This church venue offers two main event spaces, which can hold up to 80 people dining and dancing, 90 people dining, or 100 people seated. Their reception hall has ground-level entry and a raised stage for wedding bands to perform. They also offer separate male and female restrooms, round and rectangular dining tables, a PA system, adjustable lighting, and a large kitchen and preparation area fixed with a refrigerator.

The First United Methodist Church of Jamaica invites couples to enquire about several second-floor rental rooms if additional space is needed on your wedding day.

Services Offered

The First United Methodist Church of Jamaica can recommend a number of thorough, professional wedding vendors, such as caterers, florists, wedding bands, DJs and entertainers. They also offer a number of helpful, additional services in order to provide couples with an unforgettable experience. Some of their services include:

• Setup
• Cleanup
• Tables
• Chairs
• Parking
• Event rentals
• Liability insurance
• Outside vendors permitted
• WiFi
• Vendor referrals

History

The initial plan for a First United Methodist Church of Jamaica house of worship was conceived at a quarterly conference in 1846. Church worshipers originally decided to erect a building on Fulton Street, which, shortly after, was deemed too small for their growing community. In 1866 a new plot of land was purchased at the corner of Fulton Street and Puntine Street, and the church was subsequently moved. In 1920, the construction of Fulton Street’s elevated railroad station disrupted worship, causing the church to relocate to Clinton Avenue.

Location

The First United Methodist Church of Jamaica is located in Jamaica, New York, less than five miles away from John F. Kennedy International Airport. This Jamaica, Queens-based church is also less than 30 minutes away from Grand Central Terminal.