FUMC News

Donate Books for December Pickle Book Sale Spread the Christmas cheer by providing a high-quality selection of books at our next Pickle Elementary Book Sale on December 19. This bi-annual tradition works to get books in the hands of students, while empowering them by...

Church Office Holiday Schedule The Church office will close at 1:00PM on Wednesday, November 22, and be closed on Thursday, November 23, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen on Monday, November 27, at 9:00AM. Our pastors are on call at 512-478-5684, press 213,...

For over 20 years, First Church has sponsored a Christmas Breakfast in the Family Life Center. We provide a hot breakfast, served restaurant style with hosts and a smiling wait staff. After breakfast, guests receive a gift of a manna bag, hat, gloves, socks, hand...

In October, we are highlighting two partners working for mercyv& justice for refugees and immigrants in Texas. La Posada Providencia, located in San Benito, Texas, is an emergency shelter for individuals and families who flee to the United States due to political...

3rd Grade Bible Presentation Sunday, October 15 | 9:00AM or 11:00AM | SanctuaryStudying scripture is one of the most important ways we learn about God and, at First Church, the congregation gives each third grade student a personal Bible as a recognition that they are...

Chili Cook-Off Competition and Lunch Sunday, October 29 | 12:15-2:00PM | FUMC Parking LotHey there, chili enthusiast...get ready for a sizzling showdown of flavors at our 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off! After the smashing success of last year's cook-off, we're excited to...

This school year, we will continue to support our longtime partners at Pickle Elementary School. Last year’s generosity transformed an empty classroom into a Teacher Mindfulness Room, a space for yoga stretches, a cup of tea, coloring, or a few minutes in a recliner....

“Everything we do is about relationships. The biggest lesson we have learned over the years is that we are not a food ministry. We merely use food as a conduit to connect human to human and heart to heart.”—Alan Graham, Founder & CEO of Mobile Loaves & Fishes...

Pride The anti-LGBTQ legislation filed this legislative session cast a long shadow on the state of Texas. But joy is powerful! Joy is a beacon against darkness! We are celebrating Pride this June as we look with joy and anticipation to the Pride Festival and Parade on...

Add Your Prayers to the Vigil of Remembrance and Lament for Uvalde First Church hosted a Service of Remembrance and Lament on the first anniversary of the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, TX, which resulted in the deaths of 19 students, 2 teachers, and...

Smiles. Sno cones. Cotton candy. Nothing is sweeter than carnival food, unless that carnival is celebrating the grace and joy of generations! Last Sunday, people age 9 months to 90 years, braved the slightly rainy weather to enjoy live music, good food, fellowship,...

Thank you to our amazing, dedicated Sunday School teachers! More than 40 volunteers have welcomed children and youth on Sundays for a shared time of learning, listening, laughing, raising questions and answering them together, and making this faith community’s core...

Easter Offering: Children and Youth in Mission At First Church, we fervently believe that God can use anyone to transform the world. That is why our youngest children practice mercy & justice through our Love in Action service retreat and Vacation Bible School. It...

Announcement of Renewal Leave We are excited to share that Pastor Cathy Stone will be on renewal leave April 17-July 8. The Book of Discipline encourages full-time clergy to take regular renewal leave as a part of the rhythm of respite and sabbath that supports...

Recognizing Graduating Seniors Deadline: Thursday, April 20Graduation is an exciting milestone at any age! We want to recognize all graduating seniors—high school, college, or graduate school—in our FUMC Weekly on May 7. Please provide a picture of the graduate, name,...

Grace for Generation Capital Campaign Are you curious about our upcoming capital campaign? Do you want to find out ways to contribute? In May, we will be holding four gatherings for those interested in visiting with the campaign team leadership. Bring your questions...

A traditional symbol of Easter, the lily is a flower that seems to die away, and then returns with new life each year. FUMC members and friends are invited to place lilies in the Sanctuary on Easter Sunday to the glory of God and in honor of or in memory of loved...

We are committed to caring for and serving with our neighbors experiencing homelessness. This is especially true for women, who are traditionally more vulnerable and at risk in this population, and who have few resources available. Inspired by God’s Spirit, At the...

Some Bunny Needs Your Help for Easter Egg Fest! Help us ensure there are plenty of treats for the children at our Easter Egg Festival on April 1. *Donate individually wrapped candy and egg-sized plastic toys or stickers. Recommended candy choices are Lifesavers,...

Our February mission emphasis is Huston-Tillotson University. As Austin’s oldest institution of higher education and its only Historically Black College and University (HBCU), the university is a sacred space. HBCUs play a vital role in dismantling racial inequity,...

At First Church, we lead with generosity. It’s one of the most powerful, impactful ways that God is at work here. Your giving in 2022 has enabled these life changing ministries beyond FUMC, just to name a few: Huston-Tillotson University Scholarships: $29,000+ Justice...