FUMC Newsletter

The scripture Lesson for this Sunday Is from Matthew 3:13-17

13  Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan, to be baptized by him. 14 John would have prevented him, saying, ‘I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?’ 15 But Jesus answered him, ‘Let it be so now; for it is proper for us in this way to fulfil all righteousness.’ Then he consented. 16 And when Jesus had been baptized, just as he came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. 17 And a voice from heaven said, ‘This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.’

 

Here are the upcoming readings for our study of The Bible Year: A Journey Through Scripture in 365 Days

Day 5   Mon. Jan. 5,   Genesis 12-14

Day 6   Tues. Jan. 6,   Genesis 15-17

Day 7   Wed. Jan. 7   Genesis 18-20

Day 8   Thurs. Jan. 8   Genesis 21-23

Day 9   Fri. Jan. 9   Genesis 24-25:18

Day 10   Sat. Jan. 10   Genesis 25:19-28:9

Day 11   Sun. Jan. 11   Genesis 28:10-30:43

Day 12   Mon. Jan. 12   Genesis 31-36

Day 13   Tues. Jan. 13   Genesis 37-41

Day 14   Wed. Jan. 14   Genesis 42-45

Day 15   Thurs. Jan. 15   Genesis 46-50

Day 16   Fri. Jan. 16   Exodus 1-4

Day 17   Sat. Jan. 17   Exodus 5-7:13

 

Church Calendar

  • The WoW Factor Senior Group will meet this Wednesday, January 7, at 11:00 a.m. in the church parlor to plan for the 2026 outings. If you are interested in participating in this group, please join us! We look forward to seeing you soon!
  • The Finance Committee will meet next Monday, January 12, at 5:30 p.m. in the Men’s Bible Study Classroom.
  • The Administrative Council will meet next Monday, January 12, at 6:30 p.m. in the Men’s Bible Study Classroom.
  • The Ladies Sunday School Class has begun a year-long series Women of the Bible by Ann Spangler & Jean E. Syswerda. This study, with inspiring stories, reflections, and  devotions, focuses weekly on 52 remarkable women of the Bible at 9:30 a.m. in the workroom across from the pastor’s office.
  • Dementia Caregivers Support Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 5:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
  • FUMC-ERHS Baking Ministry – happens on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays from 8:45-10:45 a.m. in the kitchen.
  • The Mountain Dulcimer Group – taught by Gene and Anna Feagin, meets on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 10-11:30 a.m. in the Choir Room. If you are interested in joining this group, please contact the church office.
  • Choir Practice is on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the choir room. If you would like to join this group and sing with the choir on Sundays, please see Jane. 
  • The Brookdale Visitation Team meets at Brookdale at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. This is a special interactive time of fun and worship for the residents. Call the church office for more information.
  • Handbell rehearsals are on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. in the sanctuary, and will resume in January. If you would like to join this group, please see Jane.

  • The He-Brews Coffee and Conversation group will begin a new Bible study this Thursday, January 8, meeting at 10:00 a.m. at the Hope House Coffee Shop on Broadway. All are welcome to join us for fellowship, conversation, and study. Our upcoming study is The Gospel of Luke: Part 1 by J.D. Greear.

    In this eleven-session series, Pastor Greear guides us through the first half of Luke’s Gospel, offering an orderly and compelling account of Jesus’ life and ministry. Through Luke’s writing, we are invited to consider a central question: How do you respond to Jesus? This study explores who Jesus is, what He did, and how those around Him responded as He moved toward people with love and grace. Luke reminds us that Jesus came to seek and save those in need—including us—and calls each of us to respond. Come enjoy good coffee, meaningful discussion, and a deeper look at the life of Christ.

     

    FUMC Youth

  • This Sunday, January 11 – Regular UMYF at 5:00 p.m.
  • Next Sunday, January 18– Regular UMYF at 5:00 p.m.

 

Income and Expenses

Weekly Budget Needs: $8,771.15

Tithes and Offerings December 29- January 4 – $13,544.00

Expenses December 29- January 4 – $7,675.55

Received YTD (January 1-4) – $6,967.00

Budget needs YTD – $8,771.15

 

January Birthdays

MacKenzie Brown             01/01

Micaela Brown Endicott    01/01

Ronda Eaker                     01/01

Jamey Anderson               01/04

Sharon Still                       01/05

Anna Feagin                      01/10

Angela Flack                     01/10

Margaret Brooks                01/11

Frances Hernandez           01/11

Elaine Wolf                       01/13

Braxton Flack                    01/15

Trent Parris                       01/15

Keely Somerset                  01/16

Jim Still                             01/16

Tonya Wright                    01/21

Judith Harrill                     01/24

Emersyn Tate                    01/24

Zachary Eaker                   01/25

Caleb Hoyle                       01/27

Patti Hopper                      01/29

Matthew Trout                   01/30

 

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May the Peace of the Lord, and His Blessings be with you all, and we hope to see you on Sunday!

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