Monthly Prevue Newsletter

Adult Education

What is the Future of Christianity?

Two of our leading theological scholars today, Diana Butler Bass and Brian McLaren, are progressive advocates of a new kind of Christianity centered in justice and compassion that explores faith, culture, and social transformation. Diana Butler BassBass’s insightful writings, podcasts, and videos have garnered widespread recognition for their thought-provoking analysis and inspiring perspectives on the changing landscape of religious life. For an interesting way to become aquatinted with her, you might check out her delightful Read more…

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kids bell choir

Kid’s Chimes Choir

Attention all 2nd through 6th graders:  First Church is launching the Kid’s Chimes Choir!  The Kid’s Chimes Choir will rehearse Sundays at 4:00 PM starting August 27 and will ring in worship on Sunday, September 24. For now, this is a one-time event.  If the trial run goes well, there may be other opportunities to ring during the 11:00 worship service throughout the year. A minimum of five interested and committed ringers are needed for this choir. Read more…

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Uplifting Communities: Purdue and FUMC Join Forces to Launch West Lafayette’s First Freedom School

Purdue University and First United Methodist Church (FUMC) joined forces in a unique collaboration this summer to bring West Lafayette its first-ever Freedom School program. Led by Breanya Hogue, Assistant Professor of Language Education at Purdue and Co-Executive Director of the Purdue Freedom School, this transformative initiative held the potential to profoundly impact the lives of local children and families. Sharing the Co-Executive Director position is Pastor Duane Carlyle of FUMC, solidifying a strong partnership Read more…

By First Church, ago

The Message of the Psalms

Have you ever been stuck? Have you had that feeling where you have a general sense of what you want to say, but you can’t find that beginning point that gets you started? For me the solution has usually been solved by finding a scriptural touchstone. A good scripture always offers a firm grounding from which to leap. But to be honest, no scripture came to mind to describe what I was feeling. I knew Read more…

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Annual United Methodist Conference 2023 Summary

On June 8th 2023, the Indiana Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church began with worship. Resident Bishop of the Indiana Conference Julius C. Trimble addressed the group stating, “We are praying forward with confidence in the God who calls us and walks with us. There is no turning back for God is doing a new thing among us”.  Throughout the three day long Conference many motions and resolutions were passed. Senior Pastor at Plymouth Read more…

By First Church, ago

Freedom School Finale – July 21

It’s been a great summer of hosting the Freedom School at First Church and we invite all parents/guardians, church and community members to our culminating event on Friday, July 21 from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. We will highlight our summer experience with our scholars and staff as we bid farewell. Refreshments will be served so RSVP is requested. RSVP to the Freedom School Finale

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Freedom School National Day of Action – July 19

Join us on Wednesday, July 19 from 2:00 – 3:00 pm for National Day of Social Action and learn about how Freedom Schools stand against gun violence. Be sure to wear orange in support of this year’s theme “health, hope, and healing”. July 19 is also the final day for the Freedom School Can Drive and we invite you to bring canned food items to be donated to Food Finders. View Flyer for More Information

By First Church, ago

Youth Ministry Fundraiser Night at the Lafayette Aviators

You’re invited to a night of fun and fellowship at the Lafayette Aviators game on Wednesday, July 5 at 7:00 PM. We will be sitting in Section 110. Tickets are discounted to $8.00 each for First Church by using promo code ROOMFORALL at checkout. By using the promo code, $4.00 from each ticket will go to FUMC Youth Ministry. Plus, the FUMC choir will be singing the National Anthem and Diane Morrison will throw the Read more…

By First Church, ago
Village Nursery School

Farewell to VNS Director Beth McCool

First Church wishes to express its heartfelt gratitude to Beth McCool for her years of dedicated service as a teacher and director of Village Nursery School. Beth has accepted a counseling position in a local school system. We are thankful for the positive impact she has had on the VNS children and families. Her exemplary organization is highly commendable, and we are especially grateful for the grace and wisdom she has brought to managing Village Read more…

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FUMC Foundation Scholarship

FUMC Foundation Offering Two Scholarship Opportunities

The FUMC Foundation is offering two scholarships opportunities for the 2023-2024 school year. Applications are due July 31, 2023 to the FUMC office. Applications are reviewed by the scholarship committee of the FUMC Foundation. Robert E. Straszheim Scholarship Fund The Robert E. Straszheim Scholarship Fund, established by the family of the late Robert E. Straszheim, proposes to assist worthy protestant students, in training for full-time Christian work.   Download Scholarship Application >> D.H. Patterson Memorial Scholarship Read more…

By First Church, ago