Faith Stories
Central to our life together is the sharing of our faith stories.
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On Sunday, January 11th, the gospel text will focus on the baptism of Jesus and we will celebrate the Reaffirmation of our Baptism Vows.... [Read More]
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On Sunday, January 11th, Bee Moorhead from Texas Impact will be coming to First Church... [Read More]
January Mission Emphasis Benefits Mobile Loaves & Fishes

Who We Are...
Mobile Loaves & Fishes, Inc. (MLF) is a social outreach ministry for the homeless and indigent working poor. We have been a 501(c)(3) nonprofit since 1998, the year we were founded..... [Read More]
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Noon Service
12:10 noon, Murchison Chapel
Rev. Young Min Son and Rev. Clifton Stringer, leader
Every Wednesday afternoon we gather for a brief worship service including prayer, singing, silent meditation, and sharing Holy Communion.
Evening Service
7:00 p.m., Murchison Chapel
"Following Your Star"
Matthew 2:1-12
A candlelight service of instrumental and sung music, guided prayer, and preaching, followed by a time of fellowship.
Rev. Kathleen Jones is the preacher for this service.
January 11th
In the Sanctuary
9:00 and 11:00 a.m.
Reaffirmation of Baptism Vows
“Called to Live Out Our Baptism”
We are baptized in the name of Christ Jesus, the one in whom God was well pleased. Now how do we live out of that baptism?
Mark 1:4-11
Acts 19:1-5
Rev. John McMullen, preacher
In Room 212 of the Sanctuary Building
9:00 a.m.
This service is focused on being still and quiet in community, practicing the presence of God in the present moment.
Rev. Mimi Raper, Leader
In the Chapel
Reaffirmation of Baptism Vows
9:00 a.m and 11:00 a.m.
Contemporary Music (11:00 a.m. Selah)
Our offices are open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6 p.m. (closed 12-1 p.m. for lunch) and Sunday mornings, 8 to 11 a.m.
Telephone: 478-5684
Fax: 478-6169
Mail: First United Methodist Church
1201 Lavaca
Austin, Texas 78701
Email:john@fumcaustin.org
Lay leaders and staff have boxes in the office where you may leave information, or call and leave a message.
Pastors On Call
One of First Church’s pastors will be “on call” for emergencies after 6:00 p.m. Thursday through 8:00 a.m. Monday. You may call the church office at 478-5684, press 4, and leave your message in the general mailbox. The pastor on call will check the voice mail box several times a day and will return your call as soon as possible.
Other Information:
Family Life Center: 457-8404
Preschool: 478-5709
If You See Building Maintenance Problems:
If you see areas in the building which need repairs or area you would like to see the Trustees consider as improvements, send an email note to trustees@fumcaustin.org. Your request can then be reviewed by the Trustees. Thank you for your help.
Website Inquiries:
webmaster@fumcaustin.org