A note from Pastor Travis
Today we find ourselves in the heart of Holy Week. The events that unfold over the next few days are at the heart of our tradition and our faith. We worship a risen Christ and a liberating Gospel. We believe …
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A note from Pastor Travis
“April showers bring May flowers.” I give thanks to God for the rain, but I have also put in an order for a sunny Holy Week. However, looking at the forecast for Palm Sunday, God seems to be more interested in the …
A note from Pastor Travis 4/3/25
I missed the donkey! When Stacey and I met to plan my transition to become pastor of First UMC Melrose, she told me that the Community Palm Parade down Main Street included a donkey. Needless to say, I was excited. …
A note from Pastor Travis 3/20/25
The last update of my Fitbit has added an interesting feature. Now, on those few occasions where my step count and zone minutes have been higher than normal for several days in a row the app sends me a message …
A note from Pastor Travis 3/13/25
This Sunday our scripture passage is Luke 13:31-35. At that very hour some Pharisees came and said to him, ‘Get away from here, for Herod wants to kill you.’ He said to them, ‘Go and tell that fox for me, “Listen, …
Soup & Spirit 2025 Lenten Study
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Lenten Study –SOUP AND SPIRIT — Wednesdays March 12 – April 9, 6:30pm – 8:00 pm We will gather at 6:30 for soup and then a time of study and reflection. The study will be hybrid, so you can join …
A note from Pastor Travis 3/6/25
Yesterday was Ash Wednesday. We gathered as a church and heard the invitation to experience a holy Lent through practicing the spiritual disciplines of worship, prayer, self-denial, and service to your neighbor. It is a wonderful journey, and one that …
Lent 2025 @ FUMC Melrose
As we prepare to enter into the holy season of Lent, there are many opportunities for you to connect to God, the church, and each other as you strengthen your spirit. Here are a few of the ways: Palm Collection Starting …
A note from Pastor Travis 2/20/25
Good News! The weather forecast for Sunday is clear! This means that we will be holding in-person worship this Sunday. I am grateful for our online ministry and that we were able to worship on ZOOM when we had to cancel in-person worship …
A Note from Pastor Travis 2/13/25
As I write this, I am looking out my window. It is a little after 5:00 and the sun is just starting to set. Every day the sun sets just a little bit later and the day is just a …