In 1908, Broadway United Methodist Church was planted by State Street UMC on the outskirts of Bowling Green (which at that time was the intersection of Broadway and Highway 31). As the city and church continued to grow, Broadway relocated to its present location in 1959.
The church experienced a time of revitalization and rapid growth in the late 1990’s as it began to emphasize ministries to children and families, engaging worship experiences, and serving beyond the walls of the church in the community at large.
Worship with Us
Melrose Campus
1323 Melrose Street
Bowling Green, KY 42104Traditional Worship Services (Sanctuary)
Sunday at 8:15 and 11:00 amContemporary Services (Ministry & Activities Center aka MAC)
Sunday at 9:30 am
For more information about our services or campus activities, feel free to contact us.
Meet Our Pastor: Adam Shourds
Rev. Dr. Adam Shourds is an Elder in the Kentucky Annual Conference. Adam has served Broadway United Methodist Church since 2007 and as lead pastor since 2014. Professional passions include community development, spiritual discernment, coaching, and innovating for transformative ministry. Personal passions include running, fishing, art, music and gardening. Adam was married to Jennie for 28 years until she passed away in January 2026 and he has three children, Luke (Brooke), Isaac, and Sarah Grace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your child will have fun and grow in faith in our safe, nurturing, and interactive Sunday morning ministry for kids from birth through fifth grade. Each service provides a unique learning experience centered on Jesus. Our goal is for every child to be known and nurtured at Broadway.
Birth-Preschool
Available at All Services
Our nursery provides a safe, loving environment where little ones can play, build friendships, and begin learning about God through age-appropriate Bible stories and activities.
Kindergarten-5th Grade
8:15am Service
Elementary-aged children are invited to join our Kids Ministry volunteers in the Welcome Center during the sermon time until communion time. Kids explore a Bible lesson and participate in a themed craft or activity designed to help them grow in their faith and understanding of God’s love.
9:30am Service
Our elementary ministry meets for the full service hour and uses a fun large-group/small-group format to help kids grow in their relationship with God. Each week includes worship, an engaging Bible lesson, small-group discussion, and a hands-on activity or craft that brings the lesson to life.
11am Service
Elementary-aged children participate in Sacred Circle Time, a small-group experience that invites kids to encounter God through storytelling, creativity, wonder, and prayer. This unique environment helps children connect with Bible stories in meaningful and engaging ways.
Learn more about Broadway Kids here.
Every Sunday morning during the school year at 9:30am, 6th-12th grade students gather in the Cup of Hope for our Rhythm service to encounter Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Through worship, teaching, and connection designed just for them, students grow in grace and faith. Learn more about our Student Ministry here.
Students are encouraged to worship with their families during the summer months.
The main difference between our services is the music and location. All services hear the same sermon message each Sunday. The more “traditional” service in the Sanctuary at Melrose will include hymns and a choir at 11am. Our 8:15am service has communion every Sunday. The more “contemporary” service in the MAC features a live band each Sunday.
Communion is typically the first Sunday of the month, except for our 8:15am service which serves Communion every week. All ages and stages of faith are welcome at the table—no exceptions. We dip a small piece of Hawaiian bread and into a cup of grape juice, and also offer gluten-free elements that are free of dairy, egg, nuts, and alpha-gal for those with food sensitivities.