Saturday, January 11 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., SAN Wesley Hall What is an ally? In the most general sense, an "Ally" is "a person who is a member of the dominant or majority group who works to end oppression in their personal and professional life through support of, and as an advocate for, the oppressed population. “Becoming a Better LGBTQ+ Ally” training provides a basic framework of … [Read more...]
Advent at FUMC
Worship "What Can't Wait" Sermon Series Advent is a season of waiting, but is idle waiting what God wants of us? In preparation for the coming Messiah, we wonder together—what things can’t wait? What demands our immediate attention? What requires our work and preparation? What is it that God can’t wait for? Is it our praise, reconciliation, and proclamation? Is it the end of suffering, … [Read more...]
Worship Schedule
Worship Schedule in the Sanctuary 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Sunday, November 17 Preacher: Rev. Cathy Stone Hunger and Homelessess Scripture: John 4:5-30 Sermon: "At the Well" Sunday, November 24 Christ the King Sunday Preacher: Rev. Junius Dotson Advent “What Can’t Wait” Sermon Series Advent is a season of waiting, but is idle waiting what God wants of us? In preparation for the … [Read more...]
Advent Sunday School Series: Visio Divina
Sundays, December 1, 8, 15, and 22 10:00 a.m., SAN Wesley Hall Visio Divina, latin for “divine seeing,” is a method of meditation, reflection, and prayer through a process of intentional seeing. Visio Divina extends the 6th century Benedictine practice of Lectio Divina by the use of visual imagery. Traditionally, Visio Divina was accompanied by Benedictine iconography and illuminations, … [Read more...]
November Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month
National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is November 16-24, 2019, sponsored by the National Coalition for the Homeless. During the month of November, FUMC is working to raise awareness about the pressing problem of hunger and homelessness with educational and service opportunities. Learn how you can get involved. Ways to Give November 3-November 24 Food Drive for Caritas of … [Read more...]
Interfaith Day of Thanks Service & Celebration
Sunday, November 24, 3:00-4:30 p.m. Riverbend Church, 4214 N Capital of Texas Hwy For the past 34 years, iACT has had the great joy and privilege of bringing this service to the Austin Community. This is a unique opportunity for Austinites of all faith backgrounds to come together to give thanks as one community. Free, family-friendly and all are welcome! A reception follows the … [Read more...]
Mercy & Justice Book Study: Enrique’s Journey
Tuesdays, November 5, 12, and 19, 6:30-7:45 p.m. FLC Room 104 Join Pastor Cathy Stone as we read Enrique's Journey by Sonia Nazario. Based on the Los Angeles Times newspaper series that won two Pulitzer Prizes, this page-turner about the power of family is a touchstone for communities to engage in meaningful discussions about this essential American subject. Enrique’s Journey recounts the … [Read more...]
Lunch & Learn: Homelessness and Front Steps
Sunday, November 10, 12:15 p.m. SAN Wesley Hall Natalie Freeburg is the Community Relations and Volunteer Coordinator for Front Steps. Front Steps is one of the largest providers of services for those experiencing homelessness in the Austin area and manages the Austin Resource Center for the Homeless (ARCH) in downtown Austin. The ARCH is a day resource center and overnight emergency … [Read more...]
FEAST
Sunday, November 10, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Family Life Center, Garrison Chapel FEAST is a new kind of dinner church program that aims to build bridges among young adults from different churches and even different denominations in the Austin area. FEAST is based on the most ancient form of Christian communal worship: the love feast. Before the first cathedral was built, early Christians gathered in … [Read more...]
FUM Preschool 40th Anniversary Event
Sunday, November 17, 1:00-3:00 p.m. SAN Wesley Hall First United Methodist Preschool will celebrate its 40th Anniversary. Please join us for a come and go celebration with refreshments, photo displays, and a stroll through the campus. See old friends, tour the renovated preschool, and see fun photos from every decade. We hope for a great turnout from current and former families. Hope you … [Read more...]
Conversations on Racial Justice
Join us as we work to be anti-racists, seeking to undo racism in ourselves and to recognize and understand our participation in systemic racism. 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. Over the next upcoming months, we will listen to and … [Read more...]
United Methodist Women – Calling All Women!
Sunday, December 8, 2019, 12:15 p.m. FLC, Garrison Chapel Join the United Methodist Women of First Church, Sunday, December 8, 2019, 12:15 p.m. for a Holiday Round-Up informational meeting in the Family Life Center, Garrison Chapel (room 100). Not an “official” United Methodist Woman? No worries! We’ll introduce ourselves and share an overview of who we are and what we do, so you can find a … [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. For more information, contact Trevor Harper at trevor@fumcaustin.org. Register online using the link provided below. First Steps Registration Form Prior to joining … [Read more...]
Charge Conference – November 14
Thursday, November 14, 7:00 p.m. Simpson UMC, 1701 E. 12th Street This annual business meeting of the church will be shared with several other churches in our district and hosted by Simpson UMC. Church leadership is expected to attend to approve the key action items (Nominations, Clergy Compensation, and various reports) and then spend time with the District Superintendent in learning and … [Read more...]
Decorating and Holiday Stroll
Decorating and Holiday Stroll Volunteers Saturday, December 7, 4:00 p.m. SAN Wesley Hall Kick off your holiday by decorating spaces around the church and then offer hospitality to Austinites of all ages heading to and coming from the tree lighting at the Capitol! The fun begins at 4:00 p.m. in Wesley Hall and proceeds to decorating the Sanctuary, Chapel, Family Life Center, and outdoor … [Read more...]
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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. 
