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Hello First,
Happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful to each of you. Enjoy your family and friends. We look forward to gathering with you on Sunday as we begin the season of Advent and prepare our hearts as we embrace the signs of hope, peace, love, and joy.
Give Thanks,
First Methodist Morehead City
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THIS SHALL BE A SIGN FOR YOU
Isaiah 7:14
Luke 2:12
The Prophet Isaiah and the Gospel of Luke spoke of a Sign - An act of God speaking forth Hope, Peace, Love and Joy. That Sign is ultimately Jesus, the very incarnation of God’s hope, peace, love, and joy for his children and creation. With this Sign, God breaks in to save – to forgive and redeem - those who embrace the Sign. May this be US!
Hope, Peace, Love, Joy. Here is your sign! “You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Place a sign in your yard so that neighbors and those passing by will get to share in this good news. We will begin distributing signs starting Monday, November 28th. So look on your doorstep/porch, then place the sign where you’d like to share the news of the birth of a son - Immanuel. Advent Devotionals with daily scriptures and readings from our friends have been made available for this advent season. We wait and prepare our hearts to celebrate the joy on Christmas Morning.
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We celebrated the baptism of Charlotte Wilwert Bradley during the 11:00 worship service this past Sunday. She is the daughter of Eugene and Amanda Bradley. On this day of baptism may God, who loves us all, smile lovingly upon this child, so innocent and small. Amen! | |
You are invited to celebrate in the retirement of Ms. Vera Price, Early Learning Center Director, on Sunday, December 11th from 2:00 - 4:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. Do you have a picture of Ms. Vera in action? We would love to gather a collection of images. You can send your pictures to Sarah Williams at swilliams@fumcmhc.org. | |
Place a poinsettia in the church in honor or in memory of a loved one. They are $20 each and can be ordered at the church office or online. The poinsettia will be available for pickup on December 11th after the worship service. All other poinsettias will be delivered to our homebound. The last day to order will be December 5th. | |
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Tour of Tryon Palace
Monday, November 28th. We will leave the church at 9:00 from the Bridges Street parking lot. Our tour begins at 10:30. We will have a dutch lunch at The Chelsea in New Bern. The Waverunnes are an amazing group of members age 50+ that gather for worship, fellowship, and service opportunities.
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Still have a few spots available!
For those that have registered please pay $35 asap. If you have registered and cannot attend, please let us know!
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Moravian Lovefeast and Candlelight Service
December 4th at 5:00 pm
You're invited to the Moravian Lovefeast and Candlelight Service held in the Church Sanctuary, Sunday, December 4th at 5:00 PM. Share in the love and joy of the season by reflecting upon the love of God through this unique worship service. Coffee and Moravian bread are served as we sing carols and light candles. This service has been a tradition at First Methodist Church since December 1988.
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Celebrating the joyful news of Christ's birth, the Chancel Choir will perform Mary McDonald's "Festival of Christmas" which features the exciting and inspiring music of the season. Incorporating more than a dozen well-known Christmas carols and five original songs, the story unfolds through music and narrative. We invite you to the Festival of Christmas on Sunday, December 18th at 8:30 and 11:00 am in the Sanctuary. | |
Christmas is a time of journeys. Long ago a young couple journeyed from Nazareth to Bethlehem - To welcome a child who had journeyed from the riches of heaven into the poverty of a manger - On a mission to redeem the world. On December 18th, you are invited to make a journey with us here at First Methodist. From 4:00-6:00 pm you are invited to drive through our parking lots pausing at scenes of the first Bethlehem journey - seeing and hearing the announcements of the prophets, God’s words to Joseph and Mary, the busy Bethlehem Inn, the shepherds in the field, the angels, the Wisemen, and of course, the little baby lying in a manger. Family groups will be setting these scenes; luminaries will light your path. You never have to leave your car! Just roll down the window to remember and celebrate the Journey to Bethlehem. | |
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Ladies Christmas Tea
Hosted by the Methodist Women's Agape Circle
Ladies are invited to join us for a Christmas High Tea on Monday, December 19th at three o’clock in the afternoon in the Fellowship Hall. Sip and sing carols as Susan Griffith plays our Christmas favorites. RSVP to the church office at 726-7102 if you plan to attend.
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NO YOUTH AND KIDS SUNDAY NIGHTS THIS WEEKEND
Kids and Youth - November 27th - Enjoy Thanksgiving weekend with your family. Start today preparing your hearts and lives to welcome Christ with joy and thanksgiving as we begin this Advent Season. Devotionals are available online and in print for your family with daily readings and scriptures.
Kids and Youth are invited to join the whole church for the Lovefeast and Candlelight Service on December 4th.
(Nursery and child care will be provided for kids who choose not to worship with their families)
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Children's Sunday School
Anticipate the arrival of our newborn King! We are making Chrismon ornaments and learning the meaning of each one. Collect them all! Sunday School is available for children in grades K-5th at 9:45. Begin worship in The Rise and then gather up front for the Children’s Message before going to your class.
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Thanksgiving is a lot more fun when you can sit at the kids table. Youth and kids gathered around the table to feast on a meal prepared and served by some wonderful friends. | |
CRMP 2023 Interest Meeting
January 22nd @ 10:45 am
Interest Meeting scheduled for the July 15-22, 2023 Costa Rica Mission Projects trip. Learn more on January 22nd immediately following The Rise service in the Fellowship Hall. SIGN-UP IS OPEN NOW! A deposit of $400 will be due on February 15th with a final payment of $300 due on June 1st.
SIGN UP TO GO TO CRMP
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Volunteer in the Church Office
In the new year do you have 3 hours a month to be a church office volunteer? Responsibilities include answering the phone and welcoming people into the building. It’s a great way to meet new people and assist the church too. We have many open shifts and would appreciate your service to our church.
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THE FLOWERS AT THE ALTAR are dedicated to the glory of God and given in loving memory of Col Elmore and Annie Lawton, LT(jg) William Lawton and Esther Lawton by Anne Lawton, their daughter, sister and aunt. | |
During the month of October, First Methodist received memorial gifts in memory of Barbara Waters and Maxine Lynch. In addition, donations were received in honor of Reverend Patrick Whaley, Waylon Bell, the Ledford/Ritchie Family, Susan Griffith, and Reverend Sarah Williams. | |
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24 Sally Boyd
24 Donna Lowry
24 Matt Penny
24 Emily Wade
24 Ethan Eagle
24 Christopher Rogers
25 Bill Walker
25 Jody Smith
25 Maria McLaughlin
25 Amanda Langley
25 Will Gainey
25 Aubrey Bell
25 Kendell Shine
26 Mickey Marsh
26 Michelle Phillips
26 Andrea Decker
26 Molly Greene
26 Hadley Townsend
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27 Joe Kirk
27 John Harris
27 Ken Bobbitt
27 Alexandria Eure
27 Southerland Herron
28 Barbara Taylor
28 Prentiss Scott
28 Jeannette Youngblood
28 Bill Busick
28 Kathy Brown
28 Thomas Radford
28 Ruth Hall
29 Lilah Gietz
29 Stefany Boyd
29 Jackson Rogers
29 Conner Buttermore
30 Wes Adams
30 Melissa Dees
30 Katie Chalk
30 Miles Rosania
30 Tessa Rosania
30 Lane Pratt
Please let us know if we do not have your birthday in our system. We don't want to miss anyone!
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Worship with us Onsite or Online | |
Onsite @ 8:30am, 9:45am & 11:00am
Online @ 9:45 & 11:00 on Facebook & Youtube
Sunday School for Adults & Kids at 9:45
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FIRST METHODIST CHURCH
900 Arendell Street,
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252)726-7102
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