When the color of Christmas feels blue Christmas is a season where joy and revelry are on full display. Unfortunately, not all of us are always feeling what we see exhibited in store windows, advertisements, and other public spaces. Sometimes the pain caused by the loss of a relationship, a loved one, or unfortunate circumstances can be magnified by the...
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December 2018 Gifts: This month tends to be all about gifts. We receive and give them. There are many kinds of gifts, physical, spiritual and emotional. This month we give thanks for all the gifts we receive. January 2019 Good things: This is a month often used for “new life.” Resolutions, life changes. Find a jar and each week write down one good thing...
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Our first 3 families will be arriving on December 16 . They will be in the D building the week of December 16 – 23. There are several items we need in order to host them here at First Church Items may be gently used or new. Please note that your items are for “Family Promise”. Needed Items: • Twin Fitted Sheet • Twin...
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School Supply Drive Store shelves are loaded with school supplies just waiting to be purchased! However, many of our neighborhood families with children who attend Park Elementary, our partnership school, cannot afford the supplies requested. In families with several children, this becomes an overwhelming financial burden. This year the list has been...
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This July, First Church will begin offering a support group for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia, presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. This group will meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. The group will be conducted by a trained facilitator and will offer a safe place to: Develop a support...
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United Methodist Now is a biweekly e-newsletter for church members to highlight examples of Christian living, share inspirational messages, and focus on what it means to be part of our connection. Learn more about what it means to be United Methodist as we share the stories of the people of The United Methodist Church. Sign up online...
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