Dear Church, Can you feel it? The city, your neighborhood, maybe even your own household is bracing itself for what's coming. Syllabi. School buses. Bouquets of sharpened pencils. Dorm rooms. Traffic. It's that time of year again. And somehow, whether or not you have kids in school, everyone is affected by the shift in seasons. Fall triggers an uptick in everyone's calendar, and soon, … [Read more...]
Movin’ Up Sunday
August 19, 2018 Back-to-School Blessing, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Sanctuary All students, teachers, and administrators will receive a blessing and a gift as a tangible reminder of God’s and our congregation’s love and support. Bring your backpack or any personal item to be blessed as well. New Sixth Graders Parade, 9:45 a.m. Sanctuary Front Steps Everyone is invited to help us cheer the class … [Read more...]
Bolder Than Texas Story Submission
In 2018, FUMC launched a community autobiography project, Bolder than The State of Texas: Stories and Conversations on Living Faith. Drawing on our congregational value of Storytelling, this project gathers narratives of the people of First United Methodist Church. We want to hear your story. Our goals are to retain the cultural memory of this 177-year-old church, to share our community of living … [Read more...]
Bolder Than Texas Information Session
Sunday, August 19, 10:00 a.m. Wesley Hall Wondering about this Bolder Than the State of Texas Project? What is this business about community autobiography? Please join us on Sunday morning, August 19, in Wesley Hall from 10:00-10:45 a.m. to learn about the project that will record our past and present, as well as our hopes for the future. We will discuss the project's scope, answer questions, … [Read more...]
Summer Book Club
Summer Book Club Is As Easy as 1, 2, 3! Now - August 19 Let’s talk about books! Join with others who read the same book from our summer reading list. Each group will have a facilitator to guide the discussion. In order for us to prepare leaders, we need to know you are coming! Register online and indicate which book you read. Want to read this week? Pick your book and register at … [Read more...]
Early Response Team (ERT) Basic Training
Saturday, August 18, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. First United Methodist Church 1201 Lavaca Street, Wesley Hall How many times have you or your family watched the television during a flood, storm or any other event and said to yourself, “I wish there was something we could do.” Many of us have asked this same question. With that said, here is opportunity to make a difference when disaster hits. The … [Read more...]
Mobile Loaves and Fishes Third Sundays
365 days a year, Mobile Loaves & Fishes’ volunteers hit the streets of five cities to serve the homeless. They have served over 4.5 million meals in five cities, across four states over the past 16 years. Today, FUMC plays an integral role in this ministry. Our “Downtown Alliance of Churches” MLF truck is staffed by volunteers from at least eight different churches. FUMC provides the kitchen … [Read more...]
First Steps Class
Are you interested in joining FUMC? Prior to joining the church, we ask all to participate in a First Steps class, to learn about Methodist beliefs and the ministry of FUMC, meet the pastors and other members, and ask questions. Sign up by emailing Trevor Harper at trevor@fumcaustin.org, or simply fill out the Communication Card during worship and place in the offering plate. First Steps … [Read more...]
Back-to-School Party Barge on Lake Travis
Sunday, August 26, 3:30-7:30 p.m. All youth (middle and high school students) are invited to join us for a four-hour tour of Lake Travis to celebrate the start of a new school year! Food and water toys provided! We will carpool from FUMC Austin at 2:30 p.m. to our Marina (16107 FM 2769, Leander, TX 7864) for a 3:30-7:30 p.m. boat time and return to FUMC to 8:15 p.m. The cost is $20 and includes … [Read more...]
Administrative Board – August 26
Sunday, August 26, 2018 12:15-2:00 p.m. Great Hall, Family Life Center All are welcome to attend and participate in discussion. Board members have voting rights. Lunch will be provided for $10 per person. Board members and guests who plan to attend are asked to RSVP by 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 22. Childcare available by emailing childcare@fumcaustin.org to make reservations. … [Read more...]
Baptism Class, September 30
Sunday, September 30, 2018 at 12:15 p.m. Room 108, Education Building Are you ready to have your child baptized? Pastor Taylor Fuerst and Director of Children's Ministries, Lara Greene host this class to discuss our beliefs about baptism, logistical information about scheduling and service preparation, and ways to help your child live the baptized life. This class is required for those … [Read more...]
Serving at the FreeStore – Third Saturdays
FreeStore Austin, a cooperative ministry of the Capital District and mission partner of FUMC, has now reopened at its new home at Memorial UMC Gym 6100 Berkman Drive Austin, TX, 78723. The FreeStore is back and we are excited to restart our support of this ministry at its new home, Memorial UMC, through our giving and serving. The FreeStore is more than a place to share clothing and household … [Read more...]
Connections Fair – September 16
September 16, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. SAN Wesley Hall Looking for a new place to connect at FUMC? Come to the Connections Fair and learn about new ways to learn, grow, serve, and share. Check out tables hosted by various classes, missions, committees, book studies, and fellowship groups and learn more about new places to connect with FUMC. The fair will take place throughout the morning on … [Read more...]
Manna Bag Sale – 3rd Sundays
3rd Sundays Monthly Our third, fourth, and fifth graders assemble bags for you to buy and keep in your car so 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 … [Read more...]
Unafraid: Living with Courage and Hope in Uncertain Times
Sundays, August 26-September 23 10:00 a.m. in Wesley Hall Pastor Cathy Stone will lead a 5-week study of Adam Hamilton’s Unafraid: Living with Courage and Hope in Uncertain Times. Americans are anxious people. A recent study found that one in five of us has an anxiety disorder and we spend over $2 billion a year on anti-anxiety medications. Often our life events play a significant role in our … [Read more...]
- 1
- 2
- 3
- …
- 35
- Next Page »
We believe that every person is a beloved child of God. We believe that every person is on a journey toward God, with God. We freely admit that we do not have all the answers. We believe that Jesus points the way. 
