Austin Marathon: Cheer Our Neighbors On Sunday, February 18 | 8:30-10:00AMThe Austin Marathon will once again bring thousands of runners past First Church on their way to the finish line. Our location is perfect for encouraging them in the final leg of the race before they reach the Capitol. For this reason, we will have […]
Children's Choir Sundays, Beginning August 20 | 9:30-10:00AM | SAN RM 110 Make a joyful noise with our children's choir, open to all children from kindergarten through 5th grade. Led by music education professionals, Children's Choir meets on Sunday mornings throughout the school year to learn, sing, and prepare for regular opportunities to share the […]
Lunch & Learn: Fear, Suffering, and the Endings of Mark Sunday, February 18 | 12:15-1:45PM | FLC Garrison ChapelThroughout the Lenten season, we are exploring the story of Jesus through the Gospel of Mark—the gospel that depicts Jesus at his most human moments. Unlike our other gospels, we know of several different versions of Mark's […]
Mobile Loaves & Fishes for First Timers Help feed people experiencing homelessness daily on the streets of Austin. We are offering a monthly opportunity, primarily for first-time individuals or families, to serve with Mobile Loaves & Fishes. We will have 1-2 veteran volunteers for each run who will be there to lead the way! Volunteers […]
Postponed Mercy & Justice Movie Discussion: Rustin Sunday, February 18 | 4:30-7:00PM | FLC Garrison ChapelThis MLK Day weekend, our youth and our Mercy & Justice Team invite you to a special screening of Rustin, a 2023 biopic, that tells the story of Bayard Rustin, the key organizer of the 1963 March on Washington for […]
Book Study: The Gospel According to James Baldwin Tuesdays, February 20 and 27 and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 6:30-8:00PM | Cherrywood Center | 605 East 38 1/2 StreetIn his new book, The Gospel According to James Baldwin: What America’s Great Prophet Can Teach Us about Life, Love, and Identity, author and professor Greg […]
Children's Choir Sundays, Beginning August 20 | 9:30-10:00AM | SAN RM 110 Make a joyful noise with our children's choir, open to all children from kindergarten through 5th grade. Led by music education professionals, Children's Choir meets on Sunday mornings throughout the school year to learn, sing, and prepare for regular opportunities to share the […]
Austin CROP Hunger Walk Sunday, February 25 | 2:00PM Gathering; 2:30PM Step-OffCamp Mabry, 2200 West 35th StPull out your favorite athletic wear and comfy sneakers for casual Sunday and join our team for the annual CROP Walk. This family-friendly interfaith community event raises funds for hungry people in Austin and around the world. This year’s […]
Vacation Bible School Listening Session Sunday, February 25 | 5:00PM | ZoomParents, grandparents, Sunday School teachers, volunteers, and people who want First Church to remain a place where children flourish spiritually in community, you are invited to one of three opportunities to dream about Vacation Bible School (VBS) in 2025. This is a chance to […]
FEAST: Lost in Translation Sunday, February 25 | 6:30-8:30PM | FLC Garrison ChapelWe will take a look at one of the most important steps in making scripture accessible: translation. How and why we translate a given text significantly impacts how that text is understood. In the case of sacred texts like the New Testament, which […]
Curtis Higgs' Prodigals Study Group: A Cry of Absence Mondays Beginning February 26 | 6:30-8:30PM | ZoomMen of all ages, who enjoy book studies and discussion based on Scripture and Christian faith, meet for study, prayer, and fellowship. Beginning February 26, we will be discussing Martin Marty’s new book, A Cry of Absence: Reflections for […]
Feed My People Fourth Tuesday Breakfast 4th Tuesdays | 5:15-7:15AM | Family Life CenterStart your day with service to our unhoused neighbors! Once a month, we not only provide this program with a facility home, but we also sponsor the cost of the meal and provide the volunteers who make and serve it. You can […]
Book Study: The Gospel According to James Baldwin Tuesdays, February 20 and 27 and March 5, 12, 19, and 26 6:30-8:00PM | Cherrywood Center | 605 East 38 1/2 StreetIn his new book, The Gospel According to James Baldwin: What America’s Great Prophet Can Teach Us about Life, Love, and Identity, author and professor Greg […]
Poor People's Campaign Rally Saturday, March 2 | 11:00AM | Texas CapitolThe Mercy & Justice Team invites you join this nationwide day of gatheringd to raise awareness of the plight of income inequality in America. This assembly will bring Texas residents together in solidarity on voter rights, healthcare, immigration, livable wages, and education. If you […]
Children's Choir Sundays, Beginning August 20 | 9:30-10:00AM | SAN RM 110 Make a joyful noise with our children's choir, open to all children from kindergarten through 5th grade. Led by music education professionals, Children's Choir meets on Sunday mornings throughout the school year to learn, sing, and prepare for regular opportunities to share the […]
General Conference Lunch & Learn Sunday, March 3 | 12:15PM | FLC Great HallThe General Conference is the legislative body of the United Methodist Church and is the only body that can set official policy and speak for the denomination. This worldwide gathering is scheduled to meet in North Carolina in April after long pandemic […]