First United Methodist Church of Austin, Texas
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Thursdays, May 17th Attention all seniors on the go! We welcome everyone to come to New Agers, a group that meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month. On Thursday, May 17th, you are invited to join others from our church family for fellowship and games at the Senior Activity Center, 2874 Shoal Crest Avenue, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A catered lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. for $7. For more information, please contact Ruth Nicks at 292-4541. … [Read more...]
Fridays, May 18th and 25th Moms on Books (“The M.O.B.” as we affectionately refer to it) will gather for meetings centered on prayer, fellowship, and book discussion. And though we say “moms,” any and all women are welcome to the conversation. Join us in the library from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to discuss Barbara Brown Taylor’s An Altar in the World. There is no cost, but participants are asked to provide their own books. If interested, contact Lara Greene at lara@fumcaustin.org or 478-5684 (ext. 211). … [Read more...]
Sunday, May 20th 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary Scriptures: Acts 1:1-11; Ephesians 1:17-23; Psalm 47 Sermon: “To Fill All Things” What is the meaning of the Ascension? Where did Jesus go? Up, up, and away? Does it even matter? Who cares! Come and find out what difference it makes. Children of the church: the Reverend John Wright is preparing a special treat for you during the “Time with Young Disciples” at the 11:00 sanctuary service in celebration of Jesus’ Ascension. 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23 Sermon: “Seeing with Your Heart” It’s … [Read more...]
Sunday, May 20th Our fourth and fifth graders assemble bags for you to buy and keep in your car so that when you pass a homeless person, you can give him/her the bag instead of money. Manna Bags are filled with a nutritious meal (meat, fruit, health bar, and beverage), a new pair of socks, and a note asking for God’s blessing on the recipient of the Manna Bag. These bags will be sold for $5 at a table outside the Chapel and Sanctuary on Sunday, May 20th. Please buy these bags in hope that we can make the lives of homeless persons a little better. … [Read more...]
Collection Sundays: May 20th “God loves the foreigner, giving him food and clothing. Therefore you are to love the foreigner, since you were foreigners in the land of Egypt.” (Deuteronomy 10:18-19) This year’s Confirmation Class has organized a Hygiene Drive for Caritas. These youth decided to participate in God’s mission in the world by helping those who find themselves in a foreign land. Refugees from all around the world settle here in Austin, often fleeing persecution in their home countries. Our support and hospitality can help them transition towards self-sufficiency in their … [Read more...]
First Church’s Appalachia Service Project (ASP) team is selling stock to raise funds for this year’s trip to Letcher County, Kentucky, June 22nd-July 3rd. For 32 years now, our church has sent one or more teams of high school students and their sponsors to the mountains and valleys of Appalachia to make homes warmer, safer, and drier. ASP is funded entirely through the sale of ASP stock. Team members will be selling stock on the sidewalks outside our buildings on Sundays following our worship services. Stop by to learn more about ASP, meet team members, and purchase stock in our ASP trip … [Read more...]
Order Deadline: Monday, June 11th Fathers can be the hardest to shop for when gift time comes around. This Father’s Day we are encouraging gifts to be used by fathers across the globe as an alternative to the usual gift item you might purchase. An alternative gift is a perfect way to let the men in your life know they are appreciated. Get started now by selecting the gifts you wish to symbolically present, using the form below. Note how many of each you wish to purchase, complete the recognition section as to whether your gift is in “honor of” or in “memory of,” and then write … [Read more...]
Sunday, July 15th Our church will host a “Life Is In Your Hands” blood donation drive on Sunday, July 15th, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. We need YOU! There are 34 slots available for appointments, and our goal is to fill at least 26, so that the Blood Center will continue to schedule blood drives here at First Church. The Blood Center Bus will be located in front of our Family Life Center. This is an easy and convenient way to donate blood, with appointments available all morning. Giving blood is, quite literally, giving the gift of life. To sign up for a donation appointment, … [Read more...]
Sundays, June 3rd - July 29th Are you a high school graduate or a college student home for the summer? You are invited to a Sunday School class for high school graduates and college students home for summer vacation. All are welcome--whether you are a regular here at FUMC, haven’t been in a few years, or are brand new and want to check it out! We will meet from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. in Room 112 of the Family Life Center for donuts, fellowship, college conversation, and interesting faith topics. If you would like additional information or have questions, please contact Cathy Stone … [Read more...]
May 6th Fifth Sunday of Easter Scriptures: I John 3:16-18; John 10:11-18, Psalm 23 Sermon: Table Grace The 23rd Psalm is one of the most beloved passages in the entire Bible. Can anything be said about this much-read, much studied psalm that you haven’t already heard before? Come and find out. May 13th Sixth Sunday of Easter and Mother’s Day … [Read more...]
Last week, I was in Tampa where the 2012 General Conference … [Read More...]
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