“There’s no audition for true love. No matter what, you don’t have to earn it. If you’ve ever felt like an outcast, there’s good news if you’ve never heard it: God so loved the world He never left you out of it.” -“Whosoever,” Rend Collective PASTOR KORY — When I was in high school, our praise band would play songs with themes similar to Rend Collective’s “Whosoever” or Crowder’s “Come as You Are,” and I Read more…
“All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation; that is, in Christ God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting the message of reconciliation to us.” 2 Corinthians 5:18-19 NRSV PASTOR DUANE — I was reading an article by Elizabeth Berry, a coaching and communication consultant who shares her wisdom on the LinkedIn platform. The article Read more…
In this month’s prevue, we explore what it means to be a “Reconciling Ministry.” Pastor Duane, Pastor Kory, and congregant Barbara Krouse share their stories. Download the March 2024 Prevue here or click on the image below to view the full issue. Scroll down to view past monthly prevues. Catch up on what you’ve missed: February 2024 Prevue January 2024 Prevue First Church sends weekly emails on Thursdays and monthly prevue newsletters to keep our Read more…
In this month’s prevue, we celebrate Kory Pritchett’s ministry journey and new position as First Church Associate Pastor! Download the February 2024 Prevue here or click on the image below to view the full issue. Scroll down to view past monthly prevues. Catch up on what you’ve missed: January 2024 Prevue First Church sends weekly emails on Thursdays and monthly prevue newsletters to keep our congregation updated on the latest events, news, and happenings. Sign up Read more…
In this month’s prevue, we reflect on the incredible journey we shared in 2023, and set our sights on the future of First Church. Download the January 2024 Prevue here or click on the image below to view the full issue. First Church sends weekly emails on Thursdays and monthly prevue newsletters to keep our congregation updated on the latest events, news, and happenings. Sign up for our weekly and monthly newsletters to stay up to date.
This spring, create lasting memories with your church family at our exciting Family Fun Events! All ages are invited to enjoy these free activities including mini-golf, Euchre, and much more. To RSVP for an event or ask questions, please contact Diane Dahlgren at ddahlgren@fumcwl.org. Mini Golf Sunday, March 24, 2024 | 4:00 – 6:00 PM Monster Mini Golf: 3573 Promenade Pkwy #300, Lafayette, IN Test your short-game at mini golf with your church family. Euchre Read more…
On Sunday, February 11, 2024, we joyously welcomed Kory Pritchett into his new role as First Church’s Associate Pastor. With great anticipation, we embrace Kory’s leadership as he embarks on this exciting chapter of his ministry journey. Formerly serving as our Worship & Connections Pastor, Kory has been appointed by Bishop Trimble to fulfill the position of part-time Associate Pastor. Alongside his wife, Rebecca Pritchett, Kory brings a deep devotion to God and a genuine Read more…
He left everything to follow his teacher and possessed a passion that would change the world. He was also poor, uneducated, quick-tempered, and full of doubts and fears. Peter was an ordinary guy who heard and followed God’s extraordinary call. He was a flawed, but faithful disciple. Join us beginning Sunday, February 18 for a six-week adult Bible study of Simon Peter: Flawed but Faithful Disciple by Adam Hamilton. Along with weekly discussions and class Read more…
First Church 2023 By the Numbers As we embark on a new year filled with hope and community spirit, take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we shared in 2023. From the number of lives touched through outreach programs to the moments of joy celebrated in our sanctuary, join us in reflecting on the heartwarming statistics and milestones that defined our faith family throughout the past year. Together, let’s celebrate the vibrant tapestry Read more…
On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary, his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road. Matthew 2:11-12 A few days ago, with the frenzy of Christmas and New Year’s past, I was picking up around Read more…