Sunday, December 16 Preacher: Rev. Taylor Fuerst Scripture: Luke 1:26-38 Sermon: "The Angels" Advent Worship Series Waiting in the Wings: The Supporting Cast of the Christmas Story We all know the main characters—Jesus, Mary, Joseph, a donkey—but what about the lesser-known characters of the Christmas story? You know, the ones standing outside the stable—who are they, and how does their … [Read more...]
“Feed My People” Christmas Eve Breakfast
Monday, December 24, 2018, 6:30-8:30 a.m. FLC Great Hall Our 20th annual "Feed My People" Christmas Eve Breakfast for the Homeless will be held on Monday, December 24, from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. We will serve coffee upstairs with Christmas music at 6:30 a.m. and breakfast will be served at 7:00 a.m. Many in our church family have made this a significant part of their Christmas season. Come … [Read more...]
FUMC Choir Presentation: “Within Our Hearts Be Born”
Sunday, December 16 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Sanctuary Christmas is coming and music is in the air! Come sing praise to God and celebrate through the gifts of others through a special musical offering by our FUMC choir during worship on December 16 during both the 9:00 and 11:00 services. You'll be blessed! … [Read more...]
Children’s Choir Presentation: Lessons and Carols
Sunday, December 16 10:00 a.m., Sanctuary Come hear the children’s choir for their Lessons and Carols performance on December 16 during the Sunday School hour. Through dramatic role playing and traditional Christmas carols, we will celebrate the birth of our Savior. Come and be blessed by the children singing. Please contact Roxie Garza with any questions at roxie@fumcaustin.org. … [Read more...]
Blue Christmas Service
Thursday, December 20 7:00 p.m. Murchison Chapel How come I don’t feel it? In the midst of the wonder and expectation of Advent, many of us might feel out of step with the joy and excitement of Christmas. Some of us have lost loved ones or face the “happy” holidays feeling blue with grief or depression. Senior Pastor Taylor Fuerst will lead this special worship service on the “longest night” … [Read more...]
Christmas Eve Services
First United Methodist Church of Austin invites you to worship with us on Christmas Eve. Five services provide flexibility for all ages and stages of life. Our 12:00 p.m. service is ideal for those whose plans make it impossible to participate in our later services. Our 4:00 p.m. family service is a wonderful way for families with young children to worship together. The candlelight services at … [Read more...]
Children’s Christmas Giving
In the spirit of Christmas giving, the Children's Ministry Team invites children to bring a small to medium new or gently used stuffed animal to church to be given to the residents of The Villa at Marbridge. Donations can be placed at the Children's Christmas Tree in the Sanctuary Foyer from December 2 to January 6. A date to deliver the stuffed animals and enjoy fellowship with the residents … [Read more...]
Ushers Needed
Want to be an Usher or Greeter? You can be part of a team that continues to make FUMC one of the most welcoming congregations in Austin. Serving as an usher or greeter is an excellent opportunity to meet other members, make new friends, and welcome visitors to FUMC Austin. Your commitment would only be one Sunday a month at either the 9:00 or 11:00 a.m. service from January-June 2019. If you … [Read more...]
Hidden Figures Movie and Discussion
Sunday, January 20, 5:00-8:00 p.m. Sanctuary Our Mercy & Justice Team and youth invite you to watch Hidden Figures about some lesser known sheroes of the Civil Rights Era. In support of the upcoming MLK March the following day, we will collect can goods and/or non-perishable food items to be donated to the Central Texas Food Bank. Childcare is available by emailing … [Read more...]
The Heart of Christianity
Tuesdays, January 15, 22, February 5, 12, 19, 26, 6:30-8:00 p.m. FLC Room 103 Join Curt Ashmos in a discussion-based study of this book by Marcus Borg. Borg offers a practical guide to thinking about God, Jesus, the Bible, faith, and Christian practice. He shows how faith in God and Jesus has never really been about believing certain propositions but rather about a dynamic relationship. He … [Read more...]
“Zechariah” – Rev. Taylor Fuerst (12/09/2018)
Sunday, December 9 Preacher: Rev. Taylor Fuerst Scripture: Luke 1:57-80 Sermon: "Zechariah" Advent Worship Series Waiting in the Wings: The Supporting Cast of the Christmas Story We all know the main characters—Jesus, Mary, Joseph, a donkey—but what about the lesser-known characters of the Christmas story? You know, the ones standing outside the stable—who are they, and how does … [Read more...]
Service Project Sunday
Sunday, December 30 10:00 a.m. Wesley Hall Let us end the year caring for our neighbors! All ages and stages are invited to gather for conversation and projects about welcoming others. All Sunday School classes are invited to participate. There will be no regular Sunday School for Youth and Children. Good Neighbor Settlement House in Brownsville is welcoming refugees released from detention … [Read more...]
Advent Sunday School Series: Home for Christmas
Sundays, December 2, 9, 16, and 23 10:00 a.m., SAN Wesley Hall Pastor Cathy Stone will lead a four-week Advent study of Home for Christmas: Tales of Hope & Second Chances which brings inspiring stories of hope and second chances into the Advent season. Author and pastor Justin Coleman matches real life stories of struggle and triumph to the Advent themes of hope, love, joy, and peace to … [Read more...]
Conversations on Racial Justice
Join us as we work together on racial justice, seeking to undo racism in ourselves and recognize systemic racism, while working for and supporting work being done to end racial oppression. This group meets on first Sundays, 4:30-6:00 p.m., to discuss and learn more about racial oppression, issues of whiteness and racism, and other topics through videos, podcasts and short articles. … [Read more...]
Sock & Cookie Donations for Christmas Breakfast
Sock Collection We are collecting new, white, adult-sized tube socks to give to our homeless neighbors at our annual Christmas Eve Breakfast on Monday, December 24. As you are out and about shopping, consider picking up a bag or two of white, adult-sized tube socks. You may place your donations in the collection bins located in the foyers of the Chapel, Sanctuary, and Family Life Center on … [Read more...]
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