Monthly Prevue Newsletter

FUMC Foundation’s 2023 Scholarship Recipients Illuminate Paths of Purpose

The First United Methodist Church Foundation is thrilled to announce this year’s recipients of the Robert E. Straszheim Scholarship and Patterson Award, reflecting our dedication to education and the potential for greatness that resides within each one of us. Congratulations to Yoonie Lee, Ella Robynne, and Joel Will! Special acknowledgement to Didyme Mutumbo, recipient of a FUMC Governance Board scholarship through the Missions Enhancement Activity (MEA) Fund. Robert E. Straszheim Scholarship Fund: Yoonie Lee Established Read more…

By First Church, ago

Touch the Basket

“For it is God who is at work in you, enabling you both to will and to work for His good pleasure.” – Philippians 2:13 NRSVUE My heart overflows with gratitude and thanksgiving for this church. On Sunday, October 22, we concluded our Consecration season with a meal together. For the last five weeks, we’ve focused on the communion table as a touchstone for what it means to live together in community. We’ve listened to Read more…

By First Church, ago

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 soon the weather will cool down, the days will be shorter, and it will start to feel more natural to gather inside. There’s something meaningful Read more…

By First Church, ago

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 on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 PM during the Purdue academic year, and on select dates over the summer and breaks. The “Brown Bag” Fellowship hour is from Read more…

By First Church, ago

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 hard, many at minimum wage jobs, but can’t afford new shoes for their children. We are all too aware of the rising costs of inflation: Read more…

By First Church, ago

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 President of the FUMC Governance Board. With his guidance and the collective efforts of the board members, First Church is setting its sights on a Read more…

By First Church, ago

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 a stark reminder of the intolerance and hatred that still linger in our society. Yet, it is also a reminder that we must persist in Read more…

By First Church, ago

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 campus and right next door to Purdue’s Horticulture Park, for a joyful and welcoming festival! Saturday, October 21 12:00-4:00pm First United Methodist Church 1700 Mitch Read more…

By First Church, ago
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…

By First Church, ago