Welcome, we're so glad you're here!
Welcome, we're so glad you're here!
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 at 11:00am in room CB109, you are invited to gather with others for conversation, study, and prayer. No registration is required. Facilitator Jennifer Rossnagel is more than happy to welcome you into this lively adult group. Questions? Contact Jennifer at jenrosspt@gmail.com.
July 28, 2024
Then certain individuals came down from Judea and were teaching the brothers, “Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved.” And after Paul and Barnabas had no small dissension and debate with them, Paul and Barnabas and some of the others were appointed to go up to Jerusalem to discuss this question with the apostles and the elders. So they were sent on their way by the church, and as they passed through both Phoenicia and Samaria, they reported the conversion of the gentiles and brought great joy to all the brothers and sisters. When they came to Jerusalem, they were welcomed by the church and the apostles and the elders, and they reported all that God had done with them. But some believers who belonged to the sect of the Pharisees stood up and said, “It is necessary for them to be circumcised and ordered to keep the law of Moses.” The apostles and the elders met together to consider this matter. After there had been much debate, Peter stood up and said to them, “My brothers, you know that in the early days God made a choice among you, that I should be the one through whom the gentiles would hear the message of the good news and become believers. And God, who knows the human heart, testified to them by giving them the Holy Spirit, just as he did to us, and in cleansing their hearts by faith he has made no distinction between them and us. Now, therefore, why are you putting God to the test by placing on the neck of the disciples a yoke that neither our ancestors nor we have been able to bear? On the contrary, we believe that we will be saved through the grace of the Lord Jesus, just as they will.” The whole assembly kept silence and listened to Barnabas and Paul as they told of all the signs and wonders that God had done through them among the gentiles. After they finished speaking, James replied, “My brothers, listen to me. Simeon has related how God first looked favorably on the gentiles, to take from among them a people for his name. This agrees with the words of the prophets, as it is written, ‘After this I will return, and I will rebuild the dwelling of David, which has fallen; from its ruins I will rebuild it, and I will set it up, so that all other peoples may seek the Lord—even all the gentiles over whom my name has been called. Thus says the Lord, who has been making these things known from long ago.’ Therefore I have reached the decision that we should not trouble those gentiles who are turning to God, but we should write to them to abstain only from things polluted by idols and from sexual immorality and from whatever has been strangled and from blood.”
Rev. Brady Whitton
Been visiting and looking to connect? A great place to learn more about the First United Methodist community is to stop by the Discover First Table in the back of the gym following worship, or at our monthly Discover First gathering at 9:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m You will be greeted by friendly staff and members of our church who can tell you more.
Believe & Belong, an opportunity to join the church, will be offered quarterly in 2024.
Our next sessions of Believe and Belong will be held on September 8th at 12:00 p.m. (Hybrid) and September 9th at 6:30 p.m. (Online).
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.
It’s back-to-school time. FUMC is holding a school supply/uniform drive for our two partner schools, Bernard Terrace
and Magnolia Woods.
Here is how you can help be the hands and feet of Christ to our neighbors:
The uniforms and backpacks will be delivered in time for the beginning of school.
Friday, September 6, through Sunday, September 8, at the Wesley Center in Woodworth, LA. The Wesley Center is a beautiful setting with nature trails and a 32-acre lake. The cost is $325.00 per person (private room and bath) for this all-inclusive weekend. Register by clicking on the image above. Want to know more?Contact Pattye Hewitt at phewitt@firstmethodist.org.
Studying the Bible nurtures our discipleship of Jesus Christ. Pray about taking part in one of these transformative offerings this fall! Want to know more? Contact Pattye Hewitt at phewitt@firstmethodist.org, or (225) 383-4777, ext. 255.
Disciple I - Study 12 weeks in the Old Testament and 12 weeks in the New Testament. This study is perfect for those who are new to Bible study, as well as those who want to refresh their understanding of God’s movement in creation. The study will meet Sundays from 5:00– 6:30 p.m. beginning August 18th. Leaders: Tré and Tracie Wharton, Kyle Johnston, and Heather Peloquin. Participants can engage in-person or via Zoom. Children and youth activities, and nursery care will be available during this time.
Disciple III – Study 12 weeks of the Prophets and 12 weeks the letters of the Apostle Paul. This study is perfect for those who have completed Disciple 1 or a similar in-depth Bible study. The study will meet Wednesdays from 6:00– 7:30 p.m. beginning August 21st. Leaders: Brooke Lambertson and Pattye Hewitt. Participants may engage in-person or via Zoom. Childcare will be available.
Methodists for Social Justice is overwhelmed with the generous donations of supplies for The Christian Outreach Center! Here is our updated list...keep the donations coming:
Place items in the blue box next to the Welcome Center desk.
For pickup, call Sandra Jones at (225) 937-9453.
Do you have a warm and welcoming personality? The church needs volunteer receptionists to greet visitors to the church, take phone calls, and help direct people around the church. Volunteers may choose between two shifts: 9:00–11:45 a.m. or 1:00–3:45 p.m. on a day that works best for their schedule. If this opportunity speaks to you, contact Pattye Hewitt at phewitt@firstmethodist.org or (225) 383-4777, ext. 255.
The reach of worship services at First United Methodist Church is broad. An average of 800 people view our services online throughout the week. The television broadcast is viewed by an estimated 12,000 households each week. The
broadcast ministries are making disciples beyond the walls of the church via radio, television, Facebook, YouTube, and the
church’s website. Consider sharing these “viewing” opportunities with friends in the community. A replay of today’s service
is available on Facebook and YouTube.
The Care Ministry needs volunteers to assist with flower deliveries on Mondays. It is a wonderful opportunity to spread beauty and love! For more information, contact Rebecca Mitchell, Director of Care Ministry, at rebecca@firstmethodist.org
or (225) 383-4777, ext. 239.
The online and television ministry is always looking to involve more people and you don’t need to have any technical skills to help. If you are interested, email Stephen Loy at stephen@firstmethodist.org.
America Street Scripture Readers/Slide Volunteers Needed . If you are interested in reading scripture or helping with slides during service, email Sophia Abbott at sabbott@firstmethodist.org
Join the Cancer Support Team – Members will complete a training and be assigned someone who has received a cancer diagnosis. Members will stay in contact with their assigned person through in-person visits and phone calls, as well as also offer to accompany the person when going to their first and last treatment. Contact Rebecca Mitchell, Director of Care, at
rebecca@firstmethodist.org to find out more and to be added to the team.
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