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Administrative Board Meeting and Charge Conference – July 2024

FLC Great Hall 1300 Lavaca St., Austin, TX, United States

Administrative Board Meeting and Charge Conference Sunday, July 14 | 12:15-2:00PM | FLC Great HallLast year at this time, we were celebrating a successful capital campaign to repair, restore, and renovate our historic Sanctuary Building. Not only did this faith community exceed our initial goal in that campaign, but we have made significant progress on […]

Super Summer Reads Are Here

Sanctuary Foyer 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, United States

Rainbow logo T-shirts are here! If you preordered a t-shirt, you can pick yours up in the Sanctuary Foyer, during church office hours, or by special arrangement. If you missed the preorder period, they are still available. This is also a great staple t-shirt to wear when you are volunteering at church events. If you […]

Super Summer Reads Are Here

Sanctuary Foyer 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, United States

Rainbow logo T-shirts are here! If you preordered a t-shirt, you can pick yours up in the Sanctuary Foyer, during church office hours, or by special arrangement. If you missed the preorder period, they are still available. This is also a great staple t-shirt to wear when you are volunteering at church events. If you […]

First Steps

FLC Garrison Chapel 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, United States

First Steps Sunday, July 28 | 12:15-2:00PM | FLC Garrison ChapelMeet the pastors and staff in this informal gathering during which you are encouraged to ask questions about this community of faith and explore what it means to be a member of FUMC Austin. Lunch is provided and childcare is available. For more information, email […]

Super Summer Reads Are Here

Sanctuary Foyer 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, United States

Rainbow logo T-shirts are here! If you preordered a t-shirt, you can pick yours up in the Sanctuary Foyer, during church office hours, or by special arrangement. If you missed the preorder period, they are still available. This is also a great staple t-shirt to wear when you are volunteering at church events. If you […]

Sanctuary Building Construction Town Hall – August 4, 2024

Murchison Chapel

Sanctuary Building Construction Town Hall Sunday, August 4 | 10:00-10:45AM | EDU Murchison ChapelThe total cost of the proposed Sanctuary Building Restoration and Renovation has increased significantly. This summer, we are carefully deciding how much of the project we are able to responsibly complete at this time. In preparation for a churchwide vote, we are […]

Super Summer Reads Are Here

Sanctuary Foyer 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, United States

Rainbow logo T-shirts are here! If you preordered a t-shirt, you can pick yours up in the Sanctuary Foyer, during church office hours, or by special arrangement. If you missed the preorder period, they are still available. This is also a great staple t-shirt to wear when you are volunteering at church events. If you […]

Sanctuary Building Construction Town Hall – August 15, 2024

Zoom Online TX, United States

Sanctuary Building Construction Town Hall Thursday, August 15 | 7:00-8:00PM | Zoom Link Sent With RegistrationThe total cost of the proposed Sanctuary Building Restoration and Renovation has increased significantly. This summer, we are carefully deciding how much of the project we are able to responsibly complete at this time. In preparation for a churchwide vote, […]

Super Summer Reads Are Here

Sanctuary Foyer 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, United States

Rainbow logo T-shirts are here! If you preordered a t-shirt, you can pick yours up in the Sanctuary Foyer, during church office hours, or by special arrangement. If you missed the preorder period, they are still available. This is also a great staple t-shirt to wear when you are volunteering at church events. If you […]

Super Summer Reads Are Here

Sanctuary Foyer 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, United States

Rainbow logo T-shirts are here! If you preordered a t-shirt, you can pick yours up in the Sanctuary Foyer, during church office hours, or by special arrangement. If you missed the preorder period, they are still available. This is also a great staple t-shirt to wear when you are volunteering at church events. If you […]

Church Conference

Sanctuary 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, TX, United States

Church Conference Sunday, August 25 | 12:15PM | SanctuaryThis summer, we have been engaged in a season of discernment as we decide how to proceed with the Sanctuary Building Restoration and Renovation project, given that the cost of the original scope has risen significantly as the discovery phase was completed. After several Q&A sessions and […]

Event Series Conversations on The Anxious Generation

Conversations on The Anxious Generation

Zoom Online TX, United States

Conversations on The Anxious Generation Tuesdays, September 10, 18, 24 | 7:00-8:30PM | ZoomIn The Anxious Generation, social pscychologist Jonathan Haidt investigates the nature of modern childhood and describes an epidemic of teen mental illness that has hit the U.S. The book is a call to action, proposing strategies to move us from a “phone […]

Event Series Conversations on The Anxious Generation

Conversations on The Anxious Generation

Zoom Online TX, United States

Conversations on The Anxious Generation Tuesdays, September 10, 18, 24 | 7:00-8:30PM | ZoomIn The Anxious Generation, social pscychologist Jonathan Haidt investigates the nature of modern childhood and describes an epidemic of teen mental illness that has hit the U.S. The book is a call to action, proposing strategies to move us from a “phone […]

Event Series Conversations on The Anxious Generation

Conversations on The Anxious Generation

Zoom Online TX, United States

Conversations on The Anxious Generation Tuesdays, September 10, 18, 24 | 7:00-8:30PM | ZoomIn The Anxious Generation, social pscychologist Jonathan Haidt investigates the nature of modern childhood and describes an epidemic of teen mental illness that has hit the U.S. The book is a call to action, proposing strategies to move us from a “phone […]

First Steps

FLC Garrison Chapel 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, United States

First Steps Sunday,October 6 | 12:15-2:00PM | FLC Garrison ChapelMeet the pastors and staff in this informal gathering during which you are encouraged to ask questions about this community of faith and explore what it means to be a member of FUMC Austin. Lunch is provided and childcare is available. For more information, email Rachel […]

Event Series Making Theology Fun

Making Theology Fun

FLC Room 111 or Zoom 1201 Lavaca Street, Austin, TX, United States

Making Theology Fun! Tuesdays, October 22 and 29 and November 12 and 19 | 6:30-7:45PM | FLC Room 111 and ZoomIf just mentioning the word “theology” causes you to cross your eyes in bewilderment or ask "so what" with a shrug, this four-session conversation, facilitated by Rev. John Wright and Tom Strandwitz, is for you. […]

Event Series Making Theology Fun

Making Theology Fun

FLC Room 111 or Zoom 1201 Lavaca Street, Austin, TX, United States

Making Theology Fun! Tuesdays, October 22 and 29 and November 12 and 19 | 6:30-7:45PM | FLC Room 111 and ZoomIf just mentioning the word “theology” causes you to cross your eyes in bewilderment or ask "so what" with a shrug, this four-session conversation, facilitated by Rev. John Wright and Tom Strandwitz, is for you. […]

2024 Charge Conference

Lake Travis 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, TX, United States

Annual Charge Conference Sunday, November 17 | 4:00PM | Lake Travis UMCDistrict Superintendent Marcus Freeman will preside at a group Charge Conference where First Church will join other Austin area churches to share a time of connection and offer our annual administrative reports. All are welcome to participate, though only Administrative Board members can vote.

Administrative Board Meeting – November 2024

FLC Great Hall 1300 Lavaca St., Austin, TX, United States

Administrative Board Meeting Sunday, November 10 | 12:15PM | FLC Great HallJoin us for the fall Administrative Board meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend and participate in discussion, though only Administrative Board members have voting rights. Register using the button below. An optional light lunch is also available for $15 for those who RSVP by […]

Event Series Making Theology Fun

Making Theology Fun

FLC Room 111 or Zoom 1201 Lavaca Street, Austin, TX, United States

Making Theology Fun! Tuesdays, October 22 and 29 and November 12 and 19 | 6:30-7:45PM | FLC Room 111 and ZoomIf just mentioning the word “theology” causes you to cross your eyes in bewilderment or ask "so what" with a shrug, this four-session conversation, facilitated by Rev. John Wright and Tom Strandwitz, is for you. […]

Event Series Ministry Fair

Ministry Fair

FLC Great Hall 1300 Lavaca St., Austin, TX, United States

Ministry Fair Sunday, November 17 | 10:00-10:45AM and 12:00-12:30PM | FLC Great HallAs you consider your commitments for 2025 and how you will connect with God, connect in community, or serve others, join us for the Ministry Fair and learn about the many, many ways to deepen your faith and flourish through the ministries of […]

Event Series Ministry Fair

Ministry Fair

FLC Great Hall 1300 Lavaca St., Austin, TX, United States

Ministry Fair Sunday, November 17 | 10:00-10:45AM and 12:00-12:30PM | FLC Great HallAs you consider your commitments for 2025 and how you will connect with God, connect in community, or serve others, join us for the Ministry Fair and learn about the many, many ways to deepen your faith and flourish through the ministries of […]

Event Series Making Theology Fun

Making Theology Fun

FLC Room 111 or Zoom 1201 Lavaca Street, Austin, TX, United States

Making Theology Fun! Tuesdays, October 22 and 29 and November 12 and 19 | 6:30-7:45PM | FLC Room 111 and ZoomIf just mentioning the word “theology” causes you to cross your eyes in bewilderment or ask "so what" with a shrug, this four-session conversation, facilitated by Rev. John Wright and Tom Strandwitz, is for you. […]

Advent Party

FLC Great Hall 1300 Lavaca St., Austin, TX, United States

Advent Party Sunday, December 1 | 10:00-10:45AM | FLC Great HallThis year, Advent, the four-week season of expectant waiting and preparation for Christmas that marks the beginning of the Christian year, begins on Sunday, December 1. Take time to celebrate the season at this intergenerational event, which includes food, fellowship, and a chance to participate […]

First Steps

FLC 100 - Garrison Chapel

First Steps Sunday, December 8 | 12:15-2:00PM | FLC Garrison ChapelAre you interested in what it means to be a member of First Church? First Steps is an informal gathering where you can meet the pastors and staff, learn about United Methodist beliefs, hear more about our many ministry opportunities, ask questions about this community […]

Raising Faith: A Sunday Morning Companion Series for Parents

SAN Wesley Hall

Raising Faith: A Sunday Morning Companion Series for Parents Sunday, January 12-February 23 | 10:00AM | SAN Wesley Hall Raising kids is hard work, especially when it comes to sharing your faith with them in a way that encourages them to lean into it as a lifelong journey. Where does one even begin? With the […]

Raising Faith: A Sunday Morning Companion Series for Parents

SAN Wesley Hall

Raising Faith: A Sunday Morning Companion Series for Parents Sunday, January 12-February 23 | 10:00AM | SAN Wesley Hall Raising kids is hard work, especially when it comes to sharing your faith with them in a way that encourages them to lean into it as a lifelong journey. Where does one even begin? With the […]

Raising Faith: A Sunday Morning Companion Series for Parents

SAN Wesley Hall

Raising Faith: A Sunday Morning Companion Series for Parents Sunday, January 12-February 23 | 10:00AM | SAN Wesley Hall Raising kids is hard work, especially when it comes to sharing your faith with them in a way that encourages them to lean into it as a lifelong journey. Where does one even begin? With the […]

2025 Leadership Kickoff

Family LIfe Center 1201 Lavaca St., Austin, TX, United States

Leadership Kickoff and Charge Conference Sunday, January 26 | 12:15APM | FLC Great Hall FUMC Austin's leadership teams will meet for lunch, training, and a chance prioritize and plan for 2025. The first half of the afternoon will include a called Charge Conference to approve clergy compensation. All are welcome to participate, but only members […]

Sharing Her Story: A Conversation with Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey

Zoom Online TX, United States

Sharing Her Story: A Conversation with Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey 6:30-7:30PM  |  Zoom Join us for a chance to meet and learn from Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey,   who began leading the Rio Texas Annual Conference on September 1, 2024, while simultaneously leading the Texas Annual Conference. A groundbreaker in ministry, Bishop Harvey is the […]