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Special Offering: United Methodist Student Day — November 27

Students are the future of The United Methodist Church In the 18th Century, our Wesleyan roots were formed around the importance of education and its role in spiritual formation. In fact, the original Special Sunday was created to help advance education for children – and today we call it United Methodist Student Day. By investing in our students, the Church supports potential in students who will one day pay the investment forward to society. Together, we Read more…

By First Church, ago

Rebuild Lives with a Gift to the Lucille Raines Residence

The Lucille Raines Residence (LRR) is a facility owned and operated by United Women in Faith of Indiana. Located in downtown Indianapolis since 1977, it houses up to 49 individuals recovering from alcohol and drug addiction.  LRR’s 12-step recovery process and meetings help residents rebuild their lives and relationship with God.  LRR offers a safe, clean and sober environment for residents, and the opportunity to work on a “self-help” program.  In need of a new elevator, the Read more…

By First Church, ago
food drive

Food Crisis in Fondwa

Friend of First Church, Rev. Jamalyn Peigh Williamson of Zamni Fondwa has reached out to our congregation for assistance with the Food Crisis in Fondwa. Friends of Fondwa, Good afternoon. I just finished a phone call with our Haitian Director of Operations, Luckner Raymond who is reporting that there is a food crisis in Fondwa. He says, “The country is locked and no one can find the key. It is the worst situation I have Read more…

By First Church, ago

November Missions Updates

Klondike Kids Club @Work and @PlayThe pictures which appear in the Prevue this month are made possible by the generous gifts of financial support, volunteer time, and the prayers of the faith family which calls FUMC home. Because of you, the children attending Klondike Kids Club are fed, nurtured, tutored and given the opportunity to discover more about themselves and their gifts.  They also have the opportunity to learn about more their community and what it offers, by Read more…

By First Church, ago
LUM Jubilee Christmas

LUM Whobilee (Jubilee) Christmas

Lafayette Urban Ministry coordinates Jubilee Christmas, which is a program sponsored by many of the LUM member churches and other community organizations that organize events for local families at several different host sites. Using this model, we maximize participation of many churches and organizations – and serve many more low-income families. For 40 years, Jubilee Christmas has made parents the heroes on Christmas morning with their children. Jubilee Christmas invites selected families a host site Read more…

By First Church, ago
in gratitude

Sharing Gratitude: My Top 3

Rejoice always. Pray continually. Give thanks in every situation because this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (CEB) Every November as I contemplate the message I want to share in this space, whether it is the Prevue newsletter or news for some other church that I have served, I think about this month as a time to remember gratitude. So, I just wanted to name three things I am grateful for today. My Read more…

By First Church, ago
yoga class

Cultivating Gratitude Yoga Class — November 13

Please join Us for a Thanksgiving themed “Cultivating Gratitude” Yoga Class at FUMC on Sunday, November 13 from 5:00 – 6:00 pm. Our Cultivating Gratitude practice will focus on gratitude and appreciation through slow movement and intentional breath. This is a donation-based yoga class to benefit Food Finders. Canned food or monetary donations are welcome. Just $1 provides three meals! Class is limited to 40 participants and beginners are welcome! Please email joannpgary@yahoo.com to reserve Read more…

By First Church, ago
Hurricane Ian Recovery

Special Offering for Hurricane Ian

Last week, Hurricane Ian caused destruction and devastation to Cuba and the Southeast United States. Recovery efforts have already begun to restore the lives of the people in these communities.  Bishop Trimble is calling for congregations to collect a special offering for The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR), in particular to assist with their efforts in Ian’s wake. Congregants can donate directly to UMCOR or through the Indiana Conference with the Advance Special number 901670. UMCOR Read more…

By First Church, ago
First Church We're Out

We’re Out — October 8

We’re Out — A Welcoming Community Celebration New in 2022! A Gender Diversity Panel Conversation We’re Out is happening again! First United Methodist Church 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 welcoming community partners in the area. Join us on the front lawn of the church, just west of campus and right next door to Read more…

By Greg McCoy, ago
youth group excursion

Youth Group Excursion – October 29, 2022

On Saturday, October 29, 2022, FUMC will jump-start our new youth program with a trip to Exploration Acres! The bus will leave the First Church parking lot at 4:00 PM, and we will leave the Acres at 6:30 PM. During that time, we will ride a hayride, explore a corn maze, and enjoy hot dogs and s’mores over the fire! Everyone is welcome to join us at our fire pit at any point during the Read more…

By First Church, ago