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Generosity Series and Commitment Sunday
Sanctuary Worship Series: God Gives Us Sundays, October 3-October 24 God gives so much. Even as we endure challenges, it's not hard to look around and see the gifts God has given and continues to give, especially through the ministry of FUMC. Over the next few weeks,...
Time and Talents Survey
Prayers, Presence, Gifts, Service, and Witness Upon uniting with this Christian community, we respond to the question: “As a member of this congregation, will you faithfully participate in its ministries by your prayers, your presence, your gifts, your service, and...
October Mission Emphasis – Casa Marianella & World Communion Sunday
Casa Marianella & World Communion Sunday Together, we welcome and care for the poor, the stranger, the sojourner, the outcast. Together, we enable national and international graduate students to change the world. This October, our communion rail offering will be...
First Word From Pastor Taylor – You Need People
Dear Church, You need people. We all need people--those who create a safe space to wonder about life's questions, who accompany us in our struggles and celebrate with us in our joys. These are the people that tangibly remind us of God's presence along the journey of...
September Mission Emphasis – REFUGEE SERVICES OF TEXAS
Founded in 1978, Refugee Services of Texas (RST) is a social-service agency dedicated to providing assistance to refugees and other displaced persons fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social...
Small Groups Forming
After all the challenges we have faced, reconnecting with our faith is more important than ever, and it's best done alongside a group of caring people. This fall, we will offer small groups to help you deepen your own relationships with God while also making new...
August Mission Emphasis – La Posada Providencia
La Posada Providencia is an emergency shelter for individuals and families who flee to the United States due to political oppression, natural disaster, and other life-threatening actions in their native countries. La Posada is the only shelter in the lower Rio Grande...
First Word from Pastor Taylor – Church in the age of COVID, July 2021 edition
Dear Church, Nearly two months after our return to in-person worship, I know I'm not alone in expressing how wonderful it is to join together in worship through gathering, hearing God's Word, celebrating the Sacraments of Communion and Baptism, and being...
Children’s Underwear Drive
United Methodist Women (Joy Circle) will be collecting donations of children’s underwear in August for public schools here in Austin with substantial populations of underprivileged children, for use when a child has an accident or becomes ill at school. Please...
Coffee with the Pastors
Sunday, August 8, 10:00-10:45 a.m., SAN Parlor Looking for your place to plug in at FUMC? Let us help you! Come visit with the pastors and other leaders in this periodic series of coffee and conversation. It's a casual way to find out more. New and long-time members...
July Mission Emphasis – Emergency Assistance Fund
Jesus said, “Which of these three…was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of the robbers?” [The man] said, “The one who showed him mercy.” Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.” – Luke 10:25-37. This year’s July Mission Emphasis will support ministry with...
FUMC is Hiring!
From time to time, open staff positions are posted here with job descriptions. If you are interested in submitting a resume for any open staff position at First Church, please send the resume to Dave Ballbach, Director of Operations, at dave@fumcaustin.org. There are...
First Word from Pastor Taylor – Register for June 20 Worship Services!
It's Time to Register for Worship! Worship registration is now available for Sunday, June 20. This is the last week that we will remind you about worship registration. The registration link will still be posted at 12:00 p.m. on Mondays, but we won't keep clogging your...
Summer Book Club for All Ages
NOW-August 8 Our Summer Book Club is as easy as 1, 2, 3! Pick your book. Read your book – on your own or with a small group. Bring your book and discuss. Want to do more in response to what you read? All are invited to find a creative way to respond – a picture, poem,...
First Word from Pastor Taylor – Register for June 13 In-person Worship Services!
It's Time to Register for Worship! Worship registration is now available for Sunday, June 13. Before you click the link to sign up, here are a few things to know: Please individually register every person who is coming to worship. You can register yourself,...
First Word from Pastor Taylor – Time to Register for Worship!
It's Time to Register for Worship! Worship registration is now available for Sunday, June 6. Before you click the link to sign up, here are a few things to know: Please individually register every person who is coming to worship. You can register yourself, family...
June Mission Emphasis – Austin Region Justice for Our Neighbors
Moved by Christ’s love to pursue reconciliation and peace, The United Methodist Church honors the dignity of every individual made in God’s image and is unwilling to turn a blind eye to injustice. This offering supports the peace and justice work of Austin Region of...
First Word from Pastor Taylor – In-Person Worship Starting June 6th!
Dear Church, The time has come! We are ready to launch in-person worship in the Sanctuary at FUMC! On June 6, we will begin offering in-person services at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary. You can expect a worship service that brings together all of the...
Summer at the Movies Suggestions
Starting June 27th, our summer worship series will focus on movies as a link to our faith and God's good news. So, we need you to help by sharing the titles of movies that have held a connection to your faith! Who knows--your suggestion may be chosen for the series!...
Alternative Gifts for Father’s Day
Order Deadline: June 14 Fathers can be the hardest to shop for when gift time comes around. This Father’s Day, we are encouraging gifts to be used by fathers across the globe as an alternative to the usual standby tie or some other gift item you might purchase. An...
May Mission Emphasis – Mobile Loaves & Fishes
The Mobile Loaves & Fishes downtown Austin truck (based at FUMC) is still serving meals to the homeless and working poor in our community — even during the pandemic — and we are needed now more than ever! Last year our MLF truck provided over 26,000 hearty meals...
Austin Summer Fun Guide
This summer, as things begin to open back up, we wanted to offer a list of places we!’ve been that have safety protocols in place and make for a fun and safe outing with your Picnic for 8 group. Have one to add to the list? Submit your suggestion below. But most importantly, get out there and enjoy being together again
Reception Desk Opens May 3
Yes, it is true. Monday, May 3, we will open up the exterior doors outside Murchison Chapel in the Education building to allow our church family and guests access to the reception desk at the main office suite to be greeted by staff. We will begin with the adjusted...
ASP Stock Sales
For more than forty years, FUMC Austin has been sending youth and adults to Appalachia to build relationships and repair homes to make them warmer, safer, and drier. We do this through the Appalachia Service Project (ASP). This service trip is one of the backbones of...
Senior Photos
All high school and college graduates will be acknowledged in worship on May 16. Please submit your graduates photos or senior portraits to devon@fumcaustin.org. Please include with their portrait: 1) full name, 2) the school they are graduating from, and 3) any after...
We Need Children’s Books
Children's Books Needed By May 15 Pickle Elementary has requested that we host another “Quarter Book Sale” before the end of the school year in mid-to-late May. Since we haven't had a sale in 16 months, and want to limit the “summer slide” after a challenged year of...
Order Alternative Gifts for Mother’s Day
Order Deadline: May 3, 2021 On Mother’s Day, May 9, you are invited to honor your Mother—and other women who are important to you—by making an alternate gift that helps a mother and family in need. Get started now by selecting the gifts you wish to symbolically...
April Mission Emphasis and Easter Offering
Dear Church, At Easter, we celebrate the life-giving Resurrection of Christ. As a response to the new life we’ve been given, we dedicate a special Easter Offering to a ministry or facility need that increases our ability to serve others. These offerings are for...
First Word from Pastor Taylor – Status Update
Dear Church, I write today to give you an update about our operations at FUMC. As more and more people receive vaccines, we anticipate that you will have questions about changes to our ministry opportunities, and we want to keep you updated as we go. Our Executive...
Good Friday Stations of the Cross
Stations of the Cross Good Friday Friday, April 2, 2:00-8:00 p.m.Outdoor Sidewalks, Chapel, & Sanctuary Through ten interactive stations, the Stations of the Cross experience is designed for participants to walk the path of Jesus in the last hours before his...