The First Methodist Church of Lockney traces its history to 1890, when The Rev. R. M. Morris led about twenty-five Methodists in organizing a new congregation. Its members worshiped in the local schoolhouse and under arbors until a frame sanctuary was completed in 1908. A larger brick building replaced the first church structure in 1920, and to serve a growing membership, the congregation built a new facility in the 1950s. Along with worship and educational programs, the church has taken part in community activities and worldwide missionary endeavors.