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Dearly Beloved: Last month we began our Advent journey with the venerable tradition of The Hanging of the Greens. Our liturgy began with several questions concerning how we would prepare our house for the coming of the world’s Savior. In …
In response to recent events within the United Methodist Church, the Leadership Team of FUMC has issued this statement: The United Methodist Church recently made national headlines for trying and convicting a Pennsylvania pastor named Frank Schaefer in church court …
Dear Church Family: If timing is everything, our timing is off. When we observe the movement of nature, we often refer to “the lull before the storm.” When it comes to human nature, what we get this time of year …
Love to sing, but can’t commit to choir practice every week? Choir-lite is FUMC’s new worship music program, designed to fit into your busy schedules. Beginning in December, the FUMC choir will welcome anyone who’d like to sing to join …
This year’s ecumenical worship service in honor of Thanksgiving will take place on Tuesday, November 26 at 7:00 pm. This service will be held at St. Mary of the Annunciation Church (4 Myrtle St, Melrose, MA). All are welcome to …
On Monday, November 18, First United Methodist Church will hold the third installment in our “Monday Meditations” lecture series. This lecture, entitled “The Accidental Mystic: Discovering a Life of Contemplative Prayer” will be presented by Rev. Dr. Robin Olson, Associate …
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Dear Church Family: The beautiful “Hymn of Promise” found in our United Methodist Hymnal has a way of opening us up whenever we sing it: opening our eyes to see the hidden promise un-veiled as seeds planted last Spring blossom …
On Saturday, Oct. 19, at 5pm FUMC will host a Hymn Sing and Love Feast in our newly refurbished Parish Hall. This traditional Methodist gathering will fuse worship, song, and lots of food! Just bring your singing voice and a …
Our “Monday Meditations” lecture series for 2013-2014 continues on Monday, October 21. This year-long series is focused on Community and Prayer. As a congregation, we recognize that a healthy church needs both a deep sense of community and a strong …
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On Sunday, Oct. 6, FUMC will hold its annual Blessing of the Animals service in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. The service begins at 5pm and will take place on the front lawn of the church (645 Main St., …