Aldersgate Day, Sunday, May 24
Celebrated by Methodists to commemorate the day in 1738 when John Wesley experienced assurance of his salvation. Wesley reluctantly attended a group meeting that evening on Aldersgate Street in London. As he heard a reading from Luther's Preface to the Epistle to the Romans, he felt his "heart strangely warmed." Wesley wrote in his journal that at about 8:45 p.m. "while he was describing the change which God works in the heart through faith in Christ, I felt my heart strangely warmed. I felt I did trust in Christ, Christ alone for salvation; and an assurance was given me that He had taken away my sins, even mine, and saved me from the law of sin and death."
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Staying Connected While Social Distancing
While it’s crucial that we continue to practice physical distancing to flatten the curve, it’s equally important to remain socially connected to others. Here are some ways to curb feelings of loneliness during the COVID19 crisis.
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To inquire more about counseling and appointments:
Call: 619-297-2571 Ext: 116
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Covid-19, First Church & You
Simple steps to stay physically, spiritually, and emotionally well in an age of the corona virus.
Stay up-to-date with the latest information from First Church.
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Pentecost Drive-by Parade
Sunday, May 31 | 1 - 3 PM | Parking lot 2
June 7 is Communion Sunday at First Church. Since the shut-down, we have offered safe, prepared communion elements for pick-up in our parking lot. You will be able to pick up communion elements on May 31 from 1-3 PM. Please enter the west driveway and turn into parking lot P-2 where a pastor will offer you a blessing from a safe distance. You'll then be invited to pull forward to pick up the number of elements you will need for your household from a table all while remaining in your vehicle.
May 31 is also Pentecost Sunday! We will simultaneously celebrate with a drive-by Birthday Party for the Church! So... we're asking you to decorate your car for a birthday party with whatever you might have on hand, drive through the church parking lot to receive your Communion elements, and smile while we record on video the parade! We'll share the celebration video the following week in worship.
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Service of Remembrance
The
Service of Remembrance
we offered on April 26 was very well received. (view the
Service of Remembrance
Archive
). We realize that the loss of people we love during this time hasn't stopped. We need to keep on remembering. Therefore, a new
Service of Remembrance During the time of COVID-19
will be offered via live-stream on May 31 at 7:30 PM. If you have someone you would like to be honored at this service, click on the button below and fill out the form. Submissions close on Thursday, May 28, at 3 PM PDT.
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New Beginnings Membership Class
Sunday, June 7 | 12 - 2 PM | Online via ZOOM
Sign up today for this personal conversation with Revs. Trudy Robinson and Jessica Strysko. Together we will explore: What does Church membership mean? What is First Church all about? The blessings of company on our Christian journey. The responsibilities of belonging to a community of faith.
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ZOOM with us THIS WEEK
May 18 - 24
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"What we don't always hear"
Pastor's Bible study
Wednesdays though June 3
There is always more information to share about the scriptures than can fit in a sermon. We dive deep into Sunday's scripture to gain an appreciation for the text and a richer experience as you hear the sermon.
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NEW Zoom Meeting!
Young Adults 4th Sunday Brunch/Happy Hour
Sunday, 5/24
12 - 1:30 PM
Grab a bite and beverage and join us. It will be great to see everyone’s faces. Bonus points for people who put up a background of their favorite brunch establishment!
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Prayers of the People
Wednesdays, 9:30 AM
Ongoing
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"Conversations"
Wednesdays, 7:30 PM
Waters Edge study group
Ongoing
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The Enneagram - Understanding Ourselves, Others & God
Thursdays through 6/4
10:30 - 11:30 AM
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Heart of Christianity
Book Study:
Disunity in Christ
by Christina Cleveland
Sundays, 10:30 AM
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Finding Peace in an Anxious World
Sundays through 5/31
7 - 8 PM
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"It's OK that You're Not OK " - Grief Support Group
Sundays through 6/7
11 AM - 12 PM
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Tips for live-stream worship:
Go to our
Live Stream
page - check out the
buttons on this page in advance to:
Gather and
light a candle to signify the holy presence of Christ.
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Lead Pastor
Rev. Trudy Robinson
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9 AM | Rev. Trudy Robinson
The Enemy
10 AM | Rev. Jessica Strysko
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Do you have problems finding our live-stream or a link is not working?
- Go to Youtube.com
- Search First Church San Diego
- "Bookmark" or save the First Church San Diego as your "favorite"
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Children and Youth Ministries Sunday Schedule
For more information contact the Dir. of Discipleship for Children & Youth
Kenton Reaves Hundley
, 619-297-4366 x118 or Asst. Dir. of Children & Family Ministries
Daniel Froman
619-297-4366 x140.
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Calling all high school and college grads!
Graduates will be recognized in future worship, eNEWS and printed newsletter.
If you or a family member is graduating from high school or college, please send information to Demmie Divine at
ddivine@fumcsd.org
. Please give name, high school and future plans or college and degree received.
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Kids First Sunday Zoom
Sunday School Zoom meet-ups follow 9 AM
live-streamed worship.
Check your email on Friday for a Zoom link each week from
Daniel Froman
Students 1st
Zoom Meet-ups
Wednesday evenings at 7PM. Email
Kenton Reaves Hundley
to receive link for our weekly virtual gathering.
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CARING HEART MINISTRY UPDATE
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Caring Hearts Ministry
began as a longing to ensure a connection between all the people of First Church and to offer support to the most vulnerable and isolated among us, especially in this time of Covid-19.
Since the start of this ministry a couple of months ago, we have made more than 2,000 phone visits and sent nearly 700 cards by mail. We have assisted by delivering medication, supplies, wheelchairs and provided emergency trips to the vet for fur-babies. We have prayed with, and for our congregation. It is a fulfilling ministry not only for the people who are contacted, but also for the volunteers. Read some of the comments:
“I just got off the phone with (one of my caring hearts receivers). He got my note in the mail this week and went to the trouble to look for my telephone number on the internet and called me to tell me how much the note and my phone calls meant to him. It was wonderfully uplifting for me, and we talked about 20 minutes. He made my day by calling me and it was gratifying to know that people are appreciating our efforts.”
“What a simple way to spread God's love! Everyone I spoke with was very happy to know we were thinking and praying for them ...and what a way to combat loneliness for those of us who live alone.”
Pastor Tamara
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We are in the business of hope!
Staff at First Church share daily stories of hope on our Facebook page. If you don't have access to Facebook, stories are also available on our website.
Read All Stories Here
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Stay connected through First Church Facebook
Our First Church Facebook page is another community to visit for uplifting stories and information.
Join us!
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Grateful for Your Presence
It has been two months since we have moved to live-stream-only of our worship services. In this difficult time of challenges, there have been enduring blessings too, reminding us of God's presence and ability to connect us by the Spirit, even when we are physically apart. I am grateful for our connection as a multi-site church, and our AV staff, Kevin Miller, for his skill in helping us live-stream worship each week. I am grateful for Stephanie Wright, our band leader, who has led us beautifully these past couple of months as we seek to connect with God through song. I am grateful also to Simon Mayeski and Curt Goldacker, who are offering hospitality to all who worship online with us, and to each one of you who joins in the worshiping community. Your presence matters, and encourages all of us. God is bringing us through this season when we're apart, reminding us of who we are together.
Blessings, Jessica
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CHURCH BUSINESS & NOTICES
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Office Closure until further notice
The church office remains closed until opening modifications are instructed by county and state authorities. We will respond according to recommendations at that time. Staff continues to work from home and are available via email or the church voicemail system.
How to give when the church office is closed and worship is online?
- Give online using your credit/debit card or ACH transfer from your checking account. Gifts can be one-time or automatically recurring each week or month.
- TEXT to Give. Just text MYCHURCHGIFT to 73256 and see how easy it can be!
- Mail your check directly to the church via US postal service: First United Methodist Church of San Diego, 2111 Camino del Rio S., San Diego, CA 92108.
Thank you again as we work to keep everyone safe this season and work to meet the church's ongoing expenses. Please let
Jason Tucker
know if you have any more questions about giving and tithing to First Church.
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Giving
Operating fund income which includes: pledges, record of giving, unrestricted gifts, interest earnings, and contributions from the Children's Growing Center, Ocean Beach and our leased properties at both locations.
BUDGET FOR TOTAL INCOME as of 5-10-2020:
$832,312.00
ACTUALS FOR TOTAL INCOME as of 5-10-2020:
$752,843.00
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Weekly Attendance
Sunday attendance at Mission Valley Youtube Live Stream 5/10/2020:
During the live-streamed services on 5/10 Sunday we had 968 in-real-time viewers with an average watch-time of 26 min. on the
First Church YouTube channel. We currently have 452 subscribers to our channel! If you would like to be a subscriber: log in to your Gmail account, go to our YouTube channel and click on the subscribe button to the right on the page. As a subscriber you can choose to be notified every time we are live-streaming.
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Deaths:
Check our website
for weekly updates regarding deaths, memorial services and funerals.
Sponsor a Prayer Quilt for someone in need of prayer-- whatever the reason. There is no charge for a prayer quilt. Submit a request below.
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619-297-4366
2111 Camino del Rio South,
San Diego, CA 92108
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