From Pastor Duane
Come to the Table: Our Theme for the Season of Stewardship and Generosity
We are fast approaching the season when we will use our indoor dining room tables a whole lot more. We won’t be firing up the grill as often or sitting out on our patios and decks. The kids are now well into the rhythm of a new school year, and Read more…
Church News
You’re Invited to Join Us for Queer Christian Fellowship!
As part of FUMC’s Reconciling Ministry, we invite LGBTQIA+ community members and their allies to engage in faith reflection and fellowship. This weekly gathering is a collaboration with the online community Q Christian Fellowship and First United Methodist Church which is a part of the Reconciling Ministries Network in the United Methodist denomination. The gathering meets Read more…
Missions
Be a Part of the Solution at Klondike Elementary School
ALL GOD’S CHILDREN NEED SHOES: SNEAKERS FOR STUDENTS @KES. Most of us at FUMC are able to provide for the basic needs of our children. However, at Klondike Elementary School, there are children who wear shoes that are either too small, much too large, or in serious disrepair. Their parents work Read more…
Church News
FUMC Governance Board: Paving the Way for Progress
In the heart of our vibrant congregation, the First United Methodist Church (FUMC) Governance Board stands as a dedicated group of individuals working tirelessly to steer our spiritual community towards growth and transformation. At the helm of this dynamic team is Perry Brown, a seasoned leader who serves as the Read more…
Church News
Commemorating Love, Diversity, and Harmony: FUMC and Lafayette Master Chorale Unite to Honor Matthew Shepard’s Legacy
As we enter the fall season, we find ourselves marking the 25th anniversary of an event that shook the world. The memory of Matthew Shepard, a young LGTBQ+ university student whose life was tragically cut short on October 12, 1998, in a senseless act of violence, continues to serve as Read more…
Church News
We’re Out – A First Church Pride Event on October 21, 2023
First United Methodist Church (FUMC) is excited to show its welcome and embrace for the LGBTQ+ community. We are showing our support by offering an afternoon of fun, games, food, music, and information about inclusive organizations in the community. Join us on the front lawn of FUMC, just west of Read more…