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Coming Sunday, September 14 After several years of focusing on AOK, we are excited to welcome our children back to Sunday School! On Homecoming Sunday, September 14th, First United Methodist Sunday School begins for children in preschool through middle school! We …
There is that hymn that many of us learned in Sunday School (and that we sing from time to time in worship). It beings: “I am the church. You are the church. We are the church together.” In more ways …
VOICES OF THE LAITY Mark your calendars and get ready for an uplifting experience as our Laity Members take the podium! This is not just an event; it’s a celebration of the diverse voices that enrich our First United Methodist …
A Message from the Office of Pastor Travis A few reminders: Pastor Travis will be taking a 4-week sabbatical in July; and will use this time for physical healing, prayer, reflection, and spending time with his family and friends. Following …
UPDATED SUMMER OFFICE HOURS The office will be closed Mondays, beginning Monday June 30th, and through July and August Office hours for summer will be: Tuesday & Thursday 8am-2pm Wednesday and Friday 12:30pm-2:30pm Note: It is recommended you contact the …
I am taking 4 weeks’ sabbatical in July. Originally, I had considered taking a class during my time away, however, I realized what I need the most is rest and renewal. So, I plan to use the time for prayer, …
Happy Birthday! Ok, I know it isn’t your birthday, but it is the church’s birthday. Well, not our church specifically. It is the birthday of the entire Christian Church! On Pentecost, we celebrate the Holy Spirit coming to Jesus’ first …
We will have our regular worship schedule in June and August this year. We will be worshiping together each Sunday at 10am, children are welcome and we will have a special time for them. We also have a play area …
This Sunday, we are celebrating Pride. As part of our celebration, we rejoice in the United Methodist Church’s move towards being a more inclusive and open congregation, and we honor the faithfulness of this congregation to become a Reconciling Congregation 13 …
This Sunday’s Gospel reading is John 13:31-35. These verses are a part of the conversation that Jesus has with the disciples on the night of the last supper. He is giving them his final instructions. As a part of those final instructions, he …