Delightful UWF Summer Tea on Sat, July 8
On Saturday, July 8, the United Women in Faith (UWF) hosted their Summer Tea, a beloved annual tradition. This year’s Tea was dedicated to the memory of Helen Smith, who
July 11, 2023
FUMC News
Pastor Mike in the News!
In late June, Pastor Mike Mather spent a week at the Chautauqua Institute in New York telling First Church’s story, and talking with folks about friendship, and seeing the gifts
July 6, 2023
Wed, June 21st, 6-7:30 PM: Celebrate the Summer Solstice Celestial on the Labyrinth!
Join us on the peaceful, indoor Labyrinth at First Church on Wednesday, June 21st, from 6:00-7:30 pm, for the Summer Solstice Celestial Celebration with live music performed by harp player
June 6, 2023
Enjoy Doorways: Openings and Closings in the Sanctuary Art Gallery
Join us in the Sanctuary Art Gallery at First Church to enjoy Doorways: Openings and Closings, the current exhibit in this unique and beautiful gallery space. The show runs
June 2, 2023
Sun, May 21, 11:45 AM: Communities of Abundance, Stories of Possible Futures
During their time at Mountain Haven, First Church’s mountain retreat house, Theologians-in-Residence (TIRs) Mark Latta, Jordan Ryan, De’Amon Harges, Wildstyle Paschall, KC Chan-Brose, and Aaron Wilder are finalizing the draft
May 16, 2023
First Church Students: Apply for the FUMC Scholarship Fund!
We are now accepting applications for the FUMC Scholarship Fund! These scholarships support the higher education goals of students who are members of First United Methodist Church, and who wish
May 5, 2023
Thurs, May 11th: 11th Hour Calling Bell Ringing for Climate Change
On Thursday, May 11th, all are invited to join members of the First Church Green Team and the Green Faith Alliance for an 11th Hour Calling bell ringing to call
May 2, 2023
Sat, May 6th: Spring Grounds Clean-Up
NEW DATE! The First Church Green Team invites YOU to join our Spring Clean-Up! We’ll meet outside the church on Saturday, May 6th, from 9:30 am-12 noon. We’ll focus on
April 14, 2023
Read First Church’s Strategic Journey Report
In 2021-22, First United Methodist Church undertook a Strategic Journey to collect your stories, and listen to your ideas, hopes, and dreams for First Church in the future. First Church
April 7, 2023
Tues, April 11th: 11th Hour Calling Bell Ringing for Climate Change
On Tuesday, April 11th, all are invited to join members of the First Church Green Team and the Green Faith Alliance for an 11th Hour Calling bell ringing to call
April 7, 2023
Order of Service: Sunday, March 26, 2023
Here is the order of service for the Sunday Celebration Show, the Reconciling Congregation anniversary celebration on Sunday, March 26, 2023.
March 25, 2023
Celebrating Women in the Sanctuary Art Gallery
Join us in the Sanctuary Art Gallery at First Church to enjoy Celebrating Women, the latest exhibit in this unique and beautiful gallery space. The show runs through Sunday, May
March 15, 2023