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Dear friends, November 2016 I am thankful for: *A few blue-turning-to-rust hydrangeas asserting themselves by blooming in late October. *A driver in a long line of traffic who stopped to let me make a left turn out of a …
Dear Friends, On September 12, the congregation voted to sell the annex (or Parish Hall, as it’s also called). 42 members were present, 40 voted in favor, one against, and one abstained. Many questions were raised, and the discussion was …
Dear friends, As you know, we have been working for nearly two years to find solutions to our significant financial challenges. Our buildings have been one focus of these efforts. I am happy to report that we currently have an …
FUMC Choir Rehearsal to start Thursday, September 1, 2016 Greetings in the final day of the Summer Holiday! I hope that you all have been enjoying what leisure comes during the hotter months. As the academic year begins to wind …
Dear friends, The summer months are upon us, and many look forward to a change of pace, some time to rest and be renewed. I hope you find a break in your schedule, a respite from the busy-ness, and time …
Dear friends, On May 15 we celebrated Pentecost, the day we recognize the presence and power of the Holy Spirit in the church. The story of Pentecost in Acts 2 reminds us that not everyone recognizes the Spirit at work …
Sunday, May 1 After 10:30 worship, Sarah and Stacey will be having a meeting for those who are in- terested in learning more about United Methodism and our church, or who would like to join. Sign up by speaking to …
Dear friends, As we move forward with possibilities for our buildings, the Trustees and ‘Deficit Dogs” have been meeting together almost weekly to make progress towards a decision that will sustain us in the future. We have added the expertise …
On March 13, about 30 people gathered after worship for a pizza lunch (thank you, Cory) and a time of visioning and focusing on our values as a congregation. We began by brainstorming all the things we love about First …
Dear friends, During the Easter season, we sing “Hymn of Promise:” In our end is our beginning, in our time, infinity; In our doubt there is believing; in our life. eternity. In our death, a resurrection, at the last, a …