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, one class meets at 11:00am. ‘America Street Sunday School’ led by Jen Rossnagel in room CB109 . You are invited to gather with others for conversation, study, and prayer whenever you can. No registration is required.
Today's Sermon + Scripture
Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15
Pray, then, in this way: Our Father in heaven, may your name be revered as holy. May your kingdom come. May your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And do not bring us to the time of trial, but rescue us from the evil one. For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.
Sermon: Pray Like Jesus (Part 4): Forgive Us Our Trespasses
Rev. Brady Whitton , Senior Pastor
Today's worship music
Your Love Awakens Me
Your Love Awakens Me
Your Love Awakens Me
By: Phil Wickham
Holy Water
Your Love Awakens Me
Your Love Awakens Me
By: We The Kingdom
Our Father
Forgiveness
Forgiveness
By: Bethel Music
Forgiveness
Forgiveness
Forgiveness
By: Matthew West
Announcements
Discover First
Believe and Belong
Believe and Belong
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 gatherings, led by Shan Schatzle, Discover First Coordinator, will be held August 3rd 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
Believe and Belong
Believe and Belong
Interested in membership at 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” will be held on July 20 from 9:45–10:45 a.m. in the Conference Center. Childcare and Sunday School for children and youth are available during this time. To register
visit: fumcbr.org/believebelong or click on the image above, For more information, contact Pattye Hewitt at welcome@firstmethodist.org.
Resource Table
Believe and Belong
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.
Special Offering: Texas Flood Relief
Special Offering: Texas Flood Relief
Support Texas Flood Relief: Flash floods in the Texas Hill Country killed at least 100 people over the Fourth of July holiday weekend and left others still missing, including girls attending a summer camp. Help our neighbors in Texas during their time of need by donating today. To give, click on the image above or visit www.fumcbr.org/texas.
Revive 225/ What's Up Wednesday
Special Offering: Texas Flood Relief
Revive225 is a ministry of First United Methodist Church. Hosting volunteers from all across the country, the goal of the ministry is to provide a safe, urban experience that helps students grow closer to God by serving the community through home repair. Youth Ministry What’s Up Wednesdays conclude on July 16 at FUMC with a Revive225 Service
Day! Invite your friends and come to FUMC from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided. More information and a required waiver can be found at www.firstmethodistyouth.org.
Love Your Neighbor Van Needs Help!
Since January 26, our Love Your Neighbor Van has departed our church every Sunday at 8:30 AM to serve Baton Rouge's unhoused neighbors facing food insecurity. The van makes several stops to offer hot coffee, warm breakfast burritos, PB&J sandwiches, fruit, healthy snacks, and bottled water. We also provide new socks, t-shirts, first aid, and other supplies, such as tennis shoes, clothing, and hygiene items. Each week, we serve about 55 people, and our numbers are growing as our friends spread the word that we are trustworthy and caring!
Now we need to restock our inventory for summer. Please place donations in the large box near the America Street entrance. We need:
- Men's tennis shoes in good condition (sizes 10 - 13, including half sizes)
- Men's t-shirts in good condition (sizes M, L, XL, and XXL)
- Men's shorts & pants, especially elastic waistbands (sizes 32 - 38)
- Women's tops (sizes S, M, & L)
- Women's shorts, skirts, & pants (sizes S, M, & L) (especially elastic waistbands)
We are also registered on Amazon!
If you have questions, please call or text Sandra Jones at (225) 937-9453.
Delta Omicron Concert
The Children's Ministry Summer Mission
The music fraternity, Delta Omicron, is having its international conference in Baton Rouge. The closing concert of the conference will feature distinguished organist Andrew Johnson on the Casavant organ at First United Methodist Church on Friday, July 18 at 8:00 p.m. Mr. Johnson is pursuing a DMA degree in organ performance and literature at the Eastman School of Music, Rochester, New York. It is an honor that the celebrated organ in the sanctuary was selected for this concert. This event is free and open to the public. Invite a friend to join you.
Join Our Hospitality Team
The Children's Ministry Summer Mission
The Children's Ministry Summer Mission
Join Our Hospitality Team! We are looking for friendly volunteers to help create a welcoming environment for all who walk through our doors. There are several ways you can serve:
- Greeters – offers a warm welcome at our church entrances
- Wayfinders – guides adult, youth, and children to their destinations
- Café 930 Hosts – helps our hospitality space feel inviting and comfortable
Volunteers will be scheduled on a rotating basis (typically serving 1–2 times per month). Interested or have questions?
Contact Pattye Hewitt at phewitt@firstmethodist.org or call (225) 383-4777, ext. 255.
The Children's Ministry Summer Mission
The Children's Ministry Summer Mission
The Children's Ministry Summer Mission
The summer family mission benefits the Love Your Neighbor van. Over the next two months, families are asked to donate these three items: flushable wipes, men’s crew socks, and soft-baked breakfast bars (like Nutri Grain).
Donations can be brought to the collection bins by the church office and the America Street welcome desk.
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.