SAVE THE DATE!
2022 Women's Retreat - Seasons of Grace
Saturday, October 1 | 8:15 AM - 4 PM | Linder Hall | $40 including lunch and refreshments.
There are unexpected joys and sorrows, blessings and loss through all the stages of our lives. But how do we face these changing seasons with a pilgrim’s heart? How do we seek God’s grace and transforming presence in the midst of change?
Explore the possibilities for grace in every season of your life with our wonderful speakers, Pastors Lea Booth, Molly Vetter, and Cindy Arnston.
There will be time for fellowship, music and activities, and small group discussions. Enjoy a continental breakfast and lunch with your sisters in Christ. Free child care.
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Church Council Meeting
Saturday, August 6 | 8:30 AM via Zoom
The Church Council will be meeting via Zoom this Saturday. The meeting is open to all and it's a great opportunity to hear reports from our committee chairs and pastors along with updates on initiatives happening at First Church.
If you are not a member of Church Council and would like to participate, please email Pamela Henson to receive the agenda and a Zoom link to attend the meeting.
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"Shoes That Fit" Change Drive
Sundays August 21 and 28
We want to be ready for September and the new school year.
Please bring your change (or bills and checks) to the Shoes That Fit table on the patio between services on August 21 and August 28 from 10 to 11 . You can also click the button below and donate online.
New shoes provide dignity, hope, pride and self-esteem
The First UMC San Diego "Shoes That Fit Change Drive" helps provide new shoes to students in need at several San Diego area elementary schools where volunteers delivered shoes to Adams, Burbank, Central, Cherokee Pt., Porter, Rosa Parks, and Rowan last Fall and this Spring. Past contribution campaigns have provided shoes to more than 3,000 disadvantaged students, helping to change children's lives.
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UMW "United Women in Faith" Rummage Sale
Friday - Saturday, August 12 - 13, 2022
Donations Needed for the Rummage Sale
Bring your donations to Linder Hall 2
Now through Aug. 5, 9:30 AM to 3 PM
Save your spring and summer clean-out items to donate to the United Women in Faith rummage sale! Suggestions: housewares, small scale furniture, functional electronics, toys, bicycles, knick-knacks, gently used clothing (no stains or holes!) shoes, purses, hats, jewelry, bedding, and even tools!
Welcome to the Rummage Sale
Friday - Saturday, Aug. 12 - 13 | 9 AM - 4:30 PM | Linder Hall
Profits will benefit the many ministries supported by the UWIF (United Women in Faith). Thank you in advance for your donations!
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We are continuing our support for Ukrainian friends
First Church continues to support Ukrainian friends who are settling in San Diego. Safe Harbors Network, our sister Methodist organization, vetted a 3-bedroom house in 92105 neighborhood and made it a home for 5 Ukrainian individuals. In collaboration with the International Rescue Committee, First Church plans to assist in the areas that are not covered by the government aid with an intention to help them become self-sufficient in the days to come.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES (through August)
If you would like to volunteer in the following areas, please send an email using the the interest area below in the subject line, to fc4ukraine@gmail.com and let us know of your availability and interest. Your email will be directed to the area coordinators.
Food: taking our guests to grocery shopping and/or to food pantries. First Church will provide financial assistance until CalFresh and other benefits are granted.
Interpretation: providing on-site translation for legal, medical, and educational appointments.
Transportation (on-call basis with a 2-day notice)
Social/Family life (playdates): a trip to a nearby playground, soccer, Balboa Park, Zoo, or anywhere you would like for a 5-yo boy (+mom) and/or a 11-yo (+mom). Send an email to fumcsdplaydates@gmail.com.
- Donations of free tickets/guest passes welcomed.
English as Second Language: school preparation for young children (6th grade and Kindergarten) and basic English preparation for employment for adults. Casual English conversation is welcomed as well.
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Join the Summer Choir!
Sundays through Sept. 4
9 AM Service: 8:15 AM call time | 11 AM Service: 10:15 AM call time
Come to the Music Center to learn a simple anthem that we will sing during the service that day each week. The choir is open to anyone with any vocal range who is fully vaccinated. Bring your beautiful voice and singing heart regardless of your previous experience, and don't forget to bring your mask! We do not wear robes and we do not process. We just ask you to wear your normal church-appropriate attire. Come one Sunday, or come to as many Sundays as you are available! For more information, contact Brian Lustig, Director of Choral Activities, blustig@fumcsd.org.
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Summer Kids' Music through August 28
School's out, but music is IN. Each week we will explore musical skills, instruments and singing. This summer is about musical skill building and having fun until our formal music program returns after Labor Day.
All children and youth are invited to join. Prior musical experience is not necessary. Come when you can!
Summer Kids' Music program runs Sundays from June 19 to August 28 (no classes July 3 or July 31).
10:15 - 11 AM | Entering Grades K to 5 "Rhythm Explorers" | Children’s Choir Room
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | Entering Grades 4+ "Chime Time" | Children’s Choir Room
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LEARN WITH US
Meet via Zoom & In-person
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Monday Night Book Club
Mondays, 7-8 PM
Book study:
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Prayers of the People
Join us as we pray for one another and shared prayer requests.
Wednesdays, 9:30 AM
In-person & Zoom
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Koinonia
1st Friday of the month
8 AM
via Zoom
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Heart of Christianity
Sundays, 11 AM
via Zoom
New book study starts 8/7: The Church Cracked Open: Disruption, Decline and New Hope for Beloved Community by Stephanie Spellers.
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SUNDAY - AUGUST 7
WORSHIP INFO
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Lead Pastor
Rev. Trudy Robinson
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Mask-wearing during indoor church activities protects you and others.
The Silver Lining is Change is Coming
For our online viewers: Consecrated elements for communion are available for pick up Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 4 PM, or can be mailed upon request.
Childcare for infants to pre-school, Kids/Students First Activities.
Rev. Richard Smith preaching
Join us in person or watch the 10:15 Live-stream from OB
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Sunday Coffee and Donuts
Sundays | 10 - 11 AM | Linder Lounge
Corner Bakery Coffee $2/Donuts Free.
Cash or credit card.
Donut donations needed
Show your spirit of hospitality by signing up to pay for donuts on the easel in Linder Lounge on Sundays, or email Demmie or Linda. You may also donate to a fund to purchase donuts, link below, or send a check to the church with “Sunday donuts” in the memo.
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Altar Flowers
Donating altar flowers on Sunday is a way to recognize significant events in your family’s life. Bouquets are $65 each and anyone can donate one or two bouquets. If you are interested, please contact Demmie Divine in the church office about available dates.
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Children and Youth Ministries Sunday Schedule
Kids First will remain after the Children’s Time at the 9 AM service until 10 AM. Students First will meet from 10:30 - 11:30 AM. We encourage children to sign up to be acolytes and students to volunteer to serve as liturgists for either worship services. NO SUNDAY SCHOOL on any 5th Sunday of the month, when children and youth are encouraged to worship in the sanctuary with their families. Email Dir. of Discipleship for Children & Youth, Kenton Reaves Hundley, for more info.
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Prayers & Squares Quilt Ministry
When is a prayer quilt appropriate?
Anyone in special need of prayer is an appropriate recipient of a prayer quilt. We pray for one another in times of illness, injury, or sorrow. We also pray for them at times of great change or transition in their lives. Anyone can request a quilt for another person. We refer to the requester as the quilt’s sponsor. To sponsor a prayer quilt for someone in need of prayer, be sure to ask for their agreement to be a recipient. Ask them what prayers they need. Learn more about the Prayers & Squares Quilt Ministry here and please fill out the online request form.
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Would you like someone to talk to?
Our Stephen Ministers are ready to listen, care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support. You'll meet privately—by phone, video chat, or in person—for care and support. Information: email Pastor Tamara.
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Deaths: Check our website for weekly updates regarding deaths, memorial services and funerals.
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CHURCH BUSINESS & NOTICES
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Church Office Hours
Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4 PM
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Memorial Garden Hours
Monday - Friday - 8 AM - 6 PM
Saturday - 8 AM - 3:30 PM
Sunday - 8 AM - 4 PM
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More staff changes
New custodian
New Youth Coordinator at WE
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Giving
How to give
- Deposit your gift in the offering plate during worship.
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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.
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TEXT to Give. Just text MYCHURCHGIFT to 73256 and see how easy it can be!
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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.
Contact Jason Tucker with your questions about giving and tithing to First Church.
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Weekly Attendance
7/24, Sunday in-person services (Mission Valley 9 AM, Ocean Beach 10 AM)
Combined number of attendees: not available at time of publication
7/24, Sunday 9 AM live-streamed service
Real-time viewers: 410
Avg. watch-time: 17:08
First Church YouTube subscribers: 1415
To subscribe, log in to your Gmail account, go to First Church YouTube channel, click the subscribe button. You can choose to be notified when we live-stream.
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UMCOR GLOBAL MINISTRIES
100% of the contributions to UMCOR Global ministries go to the designated cause. We provide humanitarian assistance to the Ukrainian people in the wake of the Russian invasion of their country. Support the humanitarian response in Ukraine. Give Now!
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619-297-4366
2111 Camino del Rio South,
San Diego, CA 92108
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