Find Your Voice
Written by Janet Schilling In the article below Janet Schilling honestly and bravely writes about her experience as a parent of a child struggling with addiction. Included in her story are entries from a journal…
Announcements
Upcoming Event: Membership Matters
Are you interested in joining the church or is the Spirit of God nudging you to receive baptism? We invite you to attend Membership Matters on Sunday, October 21, from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. in the Ory Parish Hall for food, fellowship, and conversation with our pastors. Learn about the vows we take as United Methodists, and those who are ready may take their vows in community with one another. Please RSVP to Shelly Caro, Director of Welcoming Ministries, at scaro@firstmethodist.org. Please indicate if you need childcare.
Sermons
The Best Life (part 10): Choose Your Path
Gospel Message | Matthew 7:13-23 13 “Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the road is easy that leads to destruction, and there are many who take it. 14 For the…
The Best Life (part 9): Don’t Judge, Pray
Gospel Message | Matthew 7:1-12 1 “Do not judge, so that you may not be judged. 2 For with the judgment you make you will be judged, and the measure you give will be the measure…
Our Stories
Saying “Yes”- From Reluctant to Rejoicing: My Adventures in Youth Ministry
I joined FUMC when I was in college, which was twenty years ago. I spent my first few years as a member by attending church most Sundays and occasionally dipping my toe into one-time events…
The America Street Service
A contemporary service in a more intimate setting. This service features the America Street Band leading songs of praise you may have heard on the radio! The service lasts approximately one hour and meets at 9:45 AM in the America Street Conference Center. Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of every month. Childcare is available during worship services for ages 6 weeks-kindergarten.
Sanctuary Service
Our classic worship service where we sing traditional United Methodist hymns with our choir and organist. This service often features guest musicians and Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of every month. The service lasts approximately one hour and meets at 8:30 and 11:00 AM Sunday mornings in the sanctuary. Childcare is available during worship services for ages 6 weeks-kindergarten.
The Gathering: Food, Fellowship & Small Groups
Each Wednesday evening from 5:00-6:00 PM join us in the gym where we’ll share a meal and fellowship together. All ages are invited and included. Dinner costs $5 per person, or $20 per family and is served in the gym.
Rotating Menu (soft serve ice cream and cookies for dessert):
1. Baked Chicken, broccoli, Mac n’ cheese, mixed greens salad
2. Spaghetti, salad, green beans
3. Beef and chicken enchiladas, rice and beans
4. Hamburger steak/gravy, green beans, wild rice, mixed greens salad
5. Chicken or beef tacos, salsa, chicken quesadillas
6. Jambalaya, green beans, mixed salad
