Here's what you need to know
Childcare
Children and Youth
Children and Youth
Childcare is available during all services for children ages 6 weeks through Kindergarten. Check-in is located across the welcome desk in the Conference Center Lobby. Children are also welcome to stay In Worship.
Children and Youth
Children and Youth
Children and Youth
FUMC offers Sunday morning groups for children and youth from 9:40-10:40 a.m. Let us assist you in finding a group by visiting the Check-in table located across from the welcome desk in the Conference Center lobby.
Adults
Children and Youth
Adults
We believe that being a part of a small group or class is one of the best ways to nurture your life with God. Each Sunday following the worship service, two classes meet at 11:00am. ‘America Street Sunday School’ led by Jen Rossnagel in room CB109 and ‘Relaxed Deep Dive’ led by Josh & Sandy Glass in AB105. You are invited to gather with others for conversation, study, and prayer whenever you can. No registration is required.
Today's Sermon + Scripture
Scripture: Luke 13:1-9
Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to him. And the Pharisees and the scribes were grumbling and saying, “This fellow welcomes sinners and eats with them.” Then Jesus said, “There was a man who had two sons. The younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of the wealth that will belong to me.’ So he divided his assets between them. A few days later the younger son gathered all he had and traveled to a distant region, and there he squandered his wealth in dissolute living. When he had spent everything, a severe famine took place throughout that region, and he began to be in need. So he went and hired himself out to one of the citizens of that region, who sent him to his fields to feed the pigs. He would gladly have filled his stomach with the pods that the pigs were eating, and no one gave him anything. But when he came to his senses he said, ‘How many of my father’s hired hands have bread enough and to spare, but here I am dying of hunger! I will get up and go to my father, and I will say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you; I am no longer worthy to be called your son; treat me like one of your hired hands.”’ So he set off and went to his father. But while he was still far off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion; he ran and put his arms around him and kissed him. Then the son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and before you; I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ But the father said to his slaves, ‘Quickly, bring out a robe—the best one—and put it on him; put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. And get the fatted calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate, for this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found!’ And they began to celebrate. “Now his elder son was in the field, and as he came and approached the house, he heard music and dancing. He called one of the slaves and asked what was going on. He replied, ‘Your brother has come, and your father has killed the fatted calf because he has got him back safe and sound.’ Then he became angry and refused to go in. His father came out and began to plead with him. But he answered his father, ‘Listen! For all these years I have been working like a slave for you, and I have never disobeyed your command, yet you have never given me even a young goat so that I might celebrate with my friends. But when this son of yours came back, who has devoured your assets with prostitutes, you killed the fatted calf for him!’ Then the father said to him, ‘Son, you are always with me, and all that is mine is yours. But we had to celebrate and rejoice, because this brother of yours was dead and has come to life; he was lost and has been found.’”
Sermon: “A Life of Purpose, Love . . . and Urgency”
Rev. Brady Whitton
Today's worship music
What I See
What I See
What I See
By: Elevation Worship
Egypt
What I See
What I See
By: Cory Asbury
Run To The Father
Run To The Father
Run To The Father
By: Cody Carnes
Deliverer
Run To The Father
Run To The Father
By: North Point Worship
Announcements
Discover First Table
Discover First Table
Discover First Table
A great place to learn more about First United Methodist Church is at the monthly “Discover First” gathering in the Ory Parish Hall. The next gathering, led by Shan Schatzle, Discover First Coordinator, will be on April 6 at 9:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Registration is not required. For more information, email Shan at shan@firstmethodist.org.
Believe and Belong
Discover First Table
Discover First Table
Do you want to become a member of First United Methodist Church? “Believe & Belong” is where you will learn what it means to believe in Jesus and belong to this community of faith. The next “Believe & Belong” is today from 9:45–10:45 a.m. in the Conference Center. For more information about joining FUMC, or to register to attend the next “Believe & Belong,” contact Pattye Hewitt at welcome@firstmethodist.org
If you are unable to attend in-person, please reach out and we will find a time that works in your schedule.
Resource Table
Discover First Table
Resource Table
Visit the Resource Table in the gym where you will find books to inspire your life with God:
John Wesley: Holiness of Heart & Life; Good & Beautiful God; and Making Sense of the Bible. If you have questions or want to learn more about God, contact Pattye at phewitt@firstmethodist.org.
Announcements Cont.
Holy Week At-Home Worship Kit
Won’t be with us in-person during Holy Week (Palm Sunday through Easter Sunday)? Holy Week worship kits contain everything you need to worship online. Kits are available throughout the week and on Sundays at the America Street Welcome Desk and in Ory Parish Hall. You may also request one to be mailed to you by contacting Pattye Hewitt at welcome@firstmethodist.org. There are also Holy Week activity kits for children ages 3 and older.
Lenten Wednesday service
Draw closer to God by attending a service of Holy Communion each Wednesday in Lent from 12:10-12:40 p.m. in the Aldrich Chapel.
Easter Lillies
Help adorn the sanctuary and America Street Service on Easter morning with fresh flowers and Easter Lilies in memory or in honor of someone special to you. By clicking on the image above, you will be directed to an Easter Lily reservation page. Each plant is $23. You can also order by visiting www.firstmethodist.org under the “Lent” tab.
The deadline for ordering is Sunday, April 13.
FUMC Easter Walk
The FUMC Easter Walk is on Saturday, April 12, and the Children’s Ministry is collecting 5,000 candy- stuffed and taped eggs. Empty eggs and bags of candy are also accepted. Please drop off your donations to the “Easter Walk” bins at all entrances by April 6.
Event sponsorship opportunities are available, and we are accepting monetary donations.
Scan the QR Code to donate.
Click on the image above to donate.
Holy Week Worship Schedule
With the exception of the Holy Wednesday and Easter Sunrise, all other services will be livestreamed.
Palm Sunday—April 13
The 8:30, 9:45, and 11:00 a.m. services will proclaim Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem with the palm processional.
Holy Wednesday—April 16
A service of Holy Communion from 12:10-12:40 p.m. in the Aldrich Chapel.
Holy Thursday—April 17
The 7:00 p.m. service in the sanctuary will commemorate the last supper Jesus shared with his disciples before his arrest and trial. The service concludes with the stripping of the altar.
Good Friday—April 18
The 12:00 p.m. service is in the sanctuary, commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary. For the evening service, we will join with Wesley United Methodist Church (544 Government Street, 70802) for worship at 7 p.m.
Easter Sunday—April 20
The 6:30 a.m. Easter Sunrise Service at Rhorer Plaza behind City Hall (230 St Louis Street, 70802) will be led by the youth of FUMC. Bring your family, friends, and a lawn chair.
All are invited to breakfast served in the Conference Center from 7:30-8:30 a.m.
The 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. services in the sanctuary will proclaim “Christ Is Risen!” The Chancel Choir, Festival Brass, and Organ, will provide music at both services.
The 9:45 a.m. America Street Service will include a celebration of Christ’s resurrection through word and music led by the America Street Worship Band.
CALLING ALL 10th-12th GRADERS!!
Deadline to register for Wilderness TREK is April 1! 10th-12th graders will hit the trails on an unforgettable adventure with the Wilderness TREK Adventure Trip to Glorieta, NM on July 12-18. TREK is a faith- focused, guided backpacking expedition encouraging new heights in your faith and friendships. Cost is $725 and includes guide, food, and lodging in transit. Hosted by wildernesstrek.org. Register by either clicking on the graphic above or at firstmethodistyouth.org. Must have 9 registrants for the trip.
Grief Support Group
A grief support group for those who are living through the pain of loss will meet weekly, beginning Wednesday, April 16, at 10:00 a.m. in Room AB 105. The group sessions, facilitated by Patty Rives, MSW, LCSW, will follow a non-curricular, relational format to meet the needs of the group members. Patty Rives has over 25 years of experience in the fields of bereavement support, crisis prevention and intervention, as well as suicide prevention, intervention and postvention. She currently serves as the Director for the Baton Rouge Crisis Intervention Center. Contact Rebecca Mitchell, Director of Care Ministry, at (225)383-4777, ext. 239 or Rebecca@firstmethodist.org for additional information.
VBS/ Mission Day Camp
Vacation Bible School and Mission Day Camp registrations are open! VBS (June 23-27) is for rising pre-k4 to 6th graders, and MDC (July 7-10) is for rising 4th-6th graders. Invite your friends and sign up at www.firstmethodistchildren.org.
Early Learning Center Summer Camp
Registration is now open for Early Learning Center Summer Camp (May 27-August 1)! ELC is offering a fun-filled, engaging experience for children who have completed kindergarten through 11 years old. Children will experience field trips, theme weeks packed with fun activities, art projects, recreation activities, and so much more! You may pick which weeks you would like your camper to attend. Meals and snacks are provided. Register at www.elcbr.com.
Summer Youth Mission Trips
AMST Slides Volunteers needed!
Register now for Youth Summer Mission Trips! The Sr. High School Trip (May 24-June 1) to Oljato, UT, is for youth who have completed 8th-12th grade, and the Jr. High Mystery Mission Trip (July 22-25) is for youth who have completed 6th-8th grade. Visit www.firstmethodistyouth.org to sign up!
AMST Slides Volunteers needed!
AMST Slides Volunteers needed!
AMST Slides Volunteers needed!
America Street Slide Volunteers Needed! If you are interested in helping with slides during service, email Sophia Abbott at sabbott@firstmethodist.org
Online Giving
AMST Slides Volunteers needed!
AMST Slides Volunteers needed!
If you would like to further our mission through your generosity, Click on the image above, where you will be directed to our giving page.