Bishop LaTrelle Miller Easterling will be in the Western Region, for both the Cumberland-Hagerstown and Frederick Districts, on November 11 from 3 – 5 pm @ Grace UMC, 712 W Church St, Hagerstown, MD 21740-4560 for a “Listening Session.” There are 3 parking lots as well as on street parking available.
A Listening Session is an open forum for pastor and church members to come and share thoughts, questions, insights on all issues affecting the church and their church.
Author: Bonnie DeHaven
Office Manager
Annual Conference
FUMC will again be hosting the Annual Church Conference on October 24. This is the annual reporting on past accomplishments of area Methodist churches and their plans for 2019. Any member of FUMC is welcome to attend – it begins at 7:00 PM.
Go Friends Helpers
Go Friends has been furnishing meals for one of our families on Thursdays whose mom is battling cancer. This year she is unable to cook or bake for her family. We would like to involve the church in this outreach. If we get more than one meal on Thursdays, they can use it for another day. If you are interested, please contact Bonnie Weber or the church office. Thank you so much for your support through the years.
Youth Apple Butter Breakfast
FUMC Youth Group will be having a breakfast Saturday, October 6, 6:00 AM -9:00 AM in the Social Hall open to the public. All proceeds will go to benefit activities of the Youth Group this year. FUMC Youth Group will be having a breakfast next Saturday, October 6, 6:00 AM -9:00 AM in the Social Hall. All proceeds will go to benefit activities of the Youth Group this year. If you can provide some time to volunteer on Saturday (the breakfast) or Sunday (help with parking), please contact Amy Hatcher or the church office 304.258.2766.
Youth Group Opening Night
Youth Group Opening Night
September 23, 2018
5:00 – 8:00 PM
6th graders & Up
Come out to The Blue, bring a friend, see what we are about!
Hamburgers & hot dogs will be served
Bring a side dish to share
We will have games, and an epic paint balloon challenge!
Questions: contact the church office 304.258.2766 or firstumc3@frontier.com
*Anyone who wants to participate in the paint balloon challenge should wear old clothes and bring a towel!
*Anyone who does not have a teen, but would like to donate a dessert or side dish, it would be MOST appreciated! You may drop off your dish at The Blue between 3:00 – 5:00 PM. You are also WELCOME to stay and watch the festivities.
Homecoming Weekend
An exciting weekend coming up September 22 & 23 at FUMC. A few of the events planned at both campuses are:
Saturday, September 22 — The Blue
Car Show beginning at 10 AM (prizes awarded)
Craft Fair beginning at 10 AM
Cake Walk, Games & Activities, Burgers, Hot Dogs & Drinks
Sunday, September 23 – Green Street
Guest Speaker, Sunday Morning at 10:00 AM Service
Special Message: Pastor Doug
Covered dish luncheon at 11:30 AM
Homecoming Choir & Hymn Sing at 1:00 PM.
Presentation: of Past Ministers and FUMC members who went into ministry
Youth Group Event
FUMC Youth Group will be having a pool party Sunday, August 12 at The Woods 4:00 – 7:00 PM. If you plan to attend please contact Nikki Fauver.
Go Friends Planning Time
Time again to start our 10th year. What an amazing ministry this has been. I am looking for volunteers, past and new helpers. Areas needed are:
___Group and activity leaders/helpers (need 10 for groups)
___music leaders
___snack leader/ helpers (plan and
prepare snack weekly)
___set up team
___sound system
___youth helpers
___sign out (need 3)
___bakers (once a month)
___special event leader (2-3 special
times during the year)
___snack providers
___substitutes (I would like 3)
Training will be provided in all areas. If you are interested in helping or have questions, please contact the church office 304.258.2766
Church Homecoming
FUMC is looking for local crafters and vendors to set up on Saturday, September 22, to kick off our Homecoming weekend. We are planning a craft/vendor show at The Blue along with a car show. Hours will be 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. If interested in being a crafter/vendor, please contact Kim Rightnour 304.240.9316 or Barbara Merchant 304.240. 7496.
Disciples for Christ Breakfast
The Disciples for Christ men’s group will be having breakfast Saturday, July 7, 2018, at Potomac River Grill at 8:00 AM. All men of FUMC are welcome to come.