Pastor’s Notes: The Gospel is Actionable Idealism
We can live into the world in faith and practices, trusting the gospel is “actionable idealism.” We can practice treating the world as if it is an abundant place – if only we practice resurrection!
The Loop is a weekly digest of all that is happening at FUMC. Please visit each Friday for updates.
Celebrating 29 years as a Reconciling Congregation,
warmly welcoming ALL PEOPLE, including LGBTQIA+ people and their loved ones.
Black Lives Matter!
YOU are the LIGHT of the WORLD!
We can live into the world in faith and practices, trusting the gospel is “actionable idealism.” We can practice treating the world as if it is an abundant place – if only we practice resurrection!
We invite you to join us for in-person worship at church on Sundays at 10:30 am.
Sunday, May 10th, 2026 – Mother’s Day
The Mother’s Day altar flowers are donated by Joan Manly: “In memory of my amazing mother, Marian Underwood, as well as moms everywhere.”

Join us for a very celebratory service on May 31st!

Need help moving? Find reliable, careful, and community-driven service where every dollar goes directly to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF).

Food bank donations in March and April will go to the Emergency Family Assistance Association (EFAA). Thanks for supporting this MOJO project!

Come to our information session on May 2 from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM at the Boulder Public Library – Main Library
Upcoming events include First Church events, events held at First Church by our community members, as well as local events around the county that our members are involved with.
If you need help with meals, transportation, errands, care coordination or a friendly visit during a difficult time, we are here to offer a hand or “wing.”
If you need support, please contact Judy Grumbly @ jagrumbly@gmail.com and a volunteer Angel will reach out to you. REMEMBER, all of us need help and support sometime.
If you need to borrow a piece of medical equipment, FUMC now has a loaner closet located on the first floor, next to Parlor.
Currently, we have wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and orthopedic boots to loan to anyone in need.
Please contact McKenzie in the church office at 303-442-3770 Monday thru Thursday 9:30-5pm for a key to open the closet.
Also, if you wish to donate an item, please contact Judy Grumbly @ jagrumbly@gmail.com.
First Church has an active Prayer Chain. If you’d like the members of the Prayer Chain to pray for you or a loved one, please send an email to Helga Schroeder.
Church Office: office@fumcboulder.org or 303.442.3770
McKenzie Davies, Tikkun: office@fumcboulder.org
Zerek Dodson, Pianist/Organist: zdodson@fumcboulder.org
Lexi Fortna, Weaver of Generations: lfortna@fumcboulder.org
Lynnette Li, Pastoral Intern: linetly@gmail.com
Mike Mather, Senior Pastor: mmather@fumcboulder.org
Branden Mackey, Building Manager: building.manager@fumcboulder.org
Charlotte Warren Sass, Director of Music: cws@fumcboulder.org
Veracity CFO & Bookkeeping, Bookkeeper: bookkeeper@fumcboulder.org
Please send your news items, birthdays, anniversaries, celebrations, and prayer concerns to McKenzie in the church office: office@fumcboulder.org.
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