Sunday, February 6
Preacher: Taylor Fuerst
Scripture: Luke 5:1-11
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9:00 and 11:00 a.m.
At this time, registration is no longer required to attend in-person worship on Sundays. Worship is also livestreamed at 11:00 a.m. each Sunday and is available online through our Zoom worship time, YouTube Channel, and Facebook page. Our Interactive Worship on Zoom includes opportunities to connect with one another, share prayer concerns, and view our video worship service together.
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FEAST: Young Adult Lunch
The FEAST lunch remains on hiatus for February (Covid), but we expect to bring it back in March. Hope to see you next month!
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TOAST Happy Hour
Sunday, February 13, 4:30 p.m.
Zoom
While our dinner FEAST events delve into the more difficult aspects of our faith lives, our happy hours are a chance for us to TOAST and celebrate one another.
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Celebrating the Ministry of Shirley Derryberry
Sunday, February 13, 12:15-2:00 p.m.
FLC Great Hall
The First Church community invites you to celebrate the 34-year music ministry of Shirley Derryberry. Shirley’s life-long love of music and her musical education background created the perfect combination for her service with youth and adult handbell choirs and children’s music. We will honor Shirley’s dedication and commitment during the 11:00 a.m. worship service, followed by a reception afterward. A collection basket for notes and love offerings will be available at the reception. Offerings can also be made through online giving by designating "Love Offering for Shirley Derryberry."
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Baptism Preparation Class
Sunday, February 20, 12:15-2:00 p.m.
Are you thinking about having your child baptized? Pastor Taylor Fuerst and Lara Greene, Director of Children’s Ministries, host this class for parents to learn about our beliefs about Baptism, information about scheduling and service preparation, and ways to help your child live the baptized life. This class is required for those preparing for a child’s Baptism. Lunch is provided. Childcare is available with advance notice. Questions? Contact Lara Greene.
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Deep Dive Into Scripture
Sunday, February 20,
12:15-1:00 p.m.
Sanctuary
Join us for our monthly churchwide Bible study. Every third Sunday of the month, Pastor Brad King (or a special guest) will lead a discussion of one or more passages read in church that month. If you are interested, stay in your pew after the 11:00 a.m worship service or come back and join us.
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Feed My People Fourth Tuesday Breakfast
Tuesday, February 22
5:30-7:00 a.m.
Family Life Center
We need volunteers! Help serve breakfast to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Preparing and cooking begins at 5:30 a.m. and clean up is finished by 7:00 a.m.
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Austin CROP Hunger Walk
Sunday, March 6, Hybrid Event
Join our CROP Hunger Walk Team! This year’s CROP Hunger Walk is hybrid, with both in-person and virtual options—meaning you can raise funds and walk anywhere, anytime!
This family-friendly interfaith community event raises funds for hungry people around the world and right here in Austin. Local beneficiaries include: Central Texas Food Bank; Refugee Services of Texas; Sustainable Food Center; Manos de Cristo; Austin City Lutherans – Bread for All Food Pantry; Hope Food Pantry Austin; and Mt. Olive Baptist Church. The in-person event will be at Camp Mabry with an open start 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Learn more about CROP Hunger Walk here.
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Assemble Manna Bags at Home
We continue to collect assembled bags for our hungry neighbors experiencing homelessness. Manna bags include: bottle of water, Nutri Grain fruit bar, peanut butter or cheese cracker sandwiches, juice box, raisins, tuna or chicken lunch kit, socks, and an encouraging message such as “God loves you.” Completed bags may be dropped off at the Family Life Center. Email Pastor Cathy Stone with questions and to coordinate drop-off.
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We celebrate Becca Edwards' recommendation by the FUMC Charge Conference to proceed to the next step of Candidacy for Ordained Ministry as a Deacon in the United Methodist Church. Later this spring, Becca will seek certification from the Capital District Committee on Ministry and join our community of Certified Candidates at FUMC: Melissa Biegert, John Hathaway, and Brad King. Let's keep all of them in our prayers as they continue to discern God's call, and be sure to share your love and support with Becca!
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Now Hiring Childcare Staff
FUMC is looking for a responsible, loving Childcare Coordinator to manage our Sunday morning childcare classrooms and staff. This is a 6-hour per week position, from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Sundays, with 1 hour of time at your discretion. In addition, FUMC is hiring new Childcare Staff to work 4 hours per week, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Sundays. Opportunities to earn extra hours may be offered for both positions on occasion. Please email Jen Seibel with any questions and to apply.
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FEBRUARY MISSION EMPHASIS |
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Each month we highlight a ministry or program that we see transforming lives and invite you to support it with your prayers and gifts above and beyond your regular financial support. This month’s mission emphasis is Huston-Tillotson University. As Austin’s oldest institution of higher education and its only Historically Black College and University (HBCU), the university is a sacred space. HBCUs play a vital role in dismantling racial inequity, developing community, and educating future world leaders.
Join our continuing investment in the students and the work of Huston-Tillotson University through their Annual Fund. Your gifts, marked "Huston-Tillotson," may be left in the Offering basket as you leave the Sanctuary, made online, or sent to the church during the month of February. To donate online, select "Other Designated" from the drop-down menu and indicate "Huston-Tillotson" in the memo section.
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Submit a prayer request online.
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Within Our Congregation
Mack Adams, Laurie Barr, Shirley Derryberry, Sandra Green, Brenda Hostler, Sam Miller, Sallie Novinger, Andrew Pyle, and Dan Wood.
Beyond Our Congregation
Curt Ashmos’ friend, Elissa Marek; Grady Basler’s sister, Tonya Basler Stout; Cheryl Bias’ niece, Lauren Stafford; Craig Blome’s and Tamra Golden’s niece, Morgan Young; Fay Brown’s sister, Jo Rene Altenburg; Janet Camp’s sister, Rev. Nancy Willet; Jim Champlin’s friend, John Kerastas; George Gaston’s friend, Dr. Robert Wootton; Marijo Hartman’s brother, Buddy Rector; Marijo Hartman’s friend, Gloria Frizell; John Hathaway’s son, Jack; Marcia Houston’s mother, Johnnie; Judy Kostura’s friends, Dan and Donna Perkins; Julie Nelson’s friend, Donna Fowler; Paul Parsons’s sister, Pam Parsons; Delia Peters’s mother, Ruby Ybarra; Cindy Reidland’s friends, Carly and Colton Wimberly; Debbie Shaw’s son and daughter-in-law, Stacy and Curtis Shaw; Margaret and Terry; Steve.
Condolences to the family and friends of Bernie Thomas.
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Contact Us
First United Methodist Church
1201 Lavaca St. Austin, TX 78701
(512) 478-5684
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