In light of the rise in number of infections from the Omicron variant and the recommendations of the CDC, we are asking that all who attend Sunday Services and/or any church activity at FUMC resume wearing masks–regardless of their vaccination status. – Click HERE for the latest COVID-19 update and a message from Dr. Wachob.

Click HERE to view the live recording from Sunday morning's in-person services. You can also find the daily readings & notices at the bottom of this email.

Contact Cindy Smith (mdscos@cox.net) for Zoom information

Come and enjoy a meal and fellowship with your church family! Please note that the price of Wednesday night dinner will slightly increase for adults to $10 to accommodate the cost of food. MEAL PRICES: Children: $4, Adults:$10, Family Max: $27. Menu: Chicken and Yellow Rice, Peas and Carrots, Cornbread, Salad, & Dessert

Led by Patrick Houghton | Click HERE to register

This study is ideal for busy people who want to fit in an in-depth Bible study into their schedule. It will help readers deepen their understanding of scripture and identify some needs in the world for which ministry is needed.

Led by Bill and Lisa Bond | Click HERE to register

Parents with children of all ages are welcome to join this relaxed Bible Study where you can learn basic Bible stories in a unique way. We will hear these stories in simple ways then dive into a deeper discussion to help us better understand God’s Word. Make sure to bring your Bible!

Join Senior Pastor, Dr. Wesley H. Wachob as he begins a fifteen-week study of the Epistle of James. Along with the Bible, he will be using Practical faith and Active Love: Meditations on the Epistle of James, written by the Reverend Joel W. Huffstetler. This excellent resource on the Epistle of James will be of significant help for us as we explore “the most practical book in the New Testament.” Textbook can be ordered HERE or through front office for $17.

Wednesdays | 5:30 - 6:00pm | Click HERE to register

We are offering choir programs for children, from 3 years old - Elementary age, on Wednesday Nights!

Wednesdays | 6:00 - 7:00pm | Click HERE to register

K - 4th grade children are invited to join their church friends for our weekly program. They will have an opportunity to connect with God as well as worship and small groups. Preschool age children (3 & 4 year olds, as of Sep 1, 2021) will have the opportunity to participate in Praise & Play, a Wednesday Night program designed just for them! Activities include storytime, games, crafts, & more! (Please select if your child would also like to participate in choir from 5:30 - 6:00pm upon registration)

Wednesdays | 6:00 - 7:00pm | Click HERE to register

Tweens and Mid-High are invited to join us on Wednesday nights in the Youth Building for fellowship, games, learning, and worship. If it's your first time joining us, use the link to register to let us know you're coming!

Wednesdays | 6:15 - 7:45pm | Click HERE to register

Weekly rehearsals resume Wednesday, January 12, from 6:15-7:45pm. If it's your first time joining us, use the link to register to let us know you're coming!

Join us for a fun filled evening of fellowship with friends. Ruth's Kitchen will provide a delicious spaghetti dinner and the entertainment will be Rocky and Mike, performing bluegrass music. RSVP to the church office by January 18th. Doors open at 5:30pm.

Contact Lisa Bond (LBond@FUMCPensacola.com) to sign up.

Online: 8:30am & 11:00am Facebook & FUMCPensacola.com/Livestream

Join us next week at First Church as we come together to worship God on the Third Sunday after the Epiphany. Dr. Wachob will preach at the 8:30 and 11:00am worship services in the Main Sanctuary. The Rev. Brandon Bures will preach the ICON service at 11:00am in Wesley Abbey.

Nursery available for Infant - 2 years old. Click HERE for more info.

Click HERE for Adult Class offerings

Click HERE children, tween, youth offerings

RSVP to dvanatta@fumcpensacola.com

Contact Lisa Bond (LBond@FUMCPensacola.com) to sign up.

Be prepared to respond to the next disaster. Early response training covers the basics of early disaster response, including roof tarping, cleaning out damaged homes, spiritual and emotional care, team protocols, and more. The purpose of the training is to prepare our United Methodist Volunteers to do good and do no harm. Click here for a description of what well-trained ERT teams look like. Click here for "Seven Important things to know about Disaster Spiritual and Emotional Care." Training sessions are open to all people ages 18+. All participants will complete a background check through UMCOR. All participants must also complete Safe Sanctuary training. Click here to watch the video, and click here to access the verification form.

Join us for Breathe, 2022 Women’s Retreat. This twenty-four hour getaway is a chance to fellowship with other church friends, focus on your Christian walk, relax and hear God speak to you, and it’s a chance to breathe. It is truly a retreat. The guest speaker will be Sarah Beard, teacher & worship leader. Price is $75 + cost of lodging. Scholarships are available (contact Lisa Bond, LBond@FUMCPensacola.com). Registration is open through January 26.

You may place flowers in the Sanctuary in honor, celebration or memory of someone. The arrangements are $65.00 each. To reserve a date, email Ginger at GRaines@FUMCPensacola.com.

Greg Hodges on the death of his father, Wylie Hodges. Wylie died January 6, 2022.

Ted Lamarche on the death of his father, Robert Lamarche. Robert died January 10, 2022.

Pamela Autrey on the death of her brother Mark Morgan. Mark died January 13, 2022.

Linda McDade Moseley on the death of her brother, Roger Matabele. Roger died January 13, 2022.

If you would like to add something to next week's notices, contact Ginger Raines at GRaines@FUMCPensacola.com

MONDAY: Psalm 9, 15; Gen. 8:6-22; Heb. 4:14–5:6; John 2:23–3:15

TUESDAY: Psalm 36, 39; Gen. 9:1-17; Heb. 5:7-14; John 3:16-21

WEDNESDAY: Psalm 119:25-48; Gen. 9:18-29; Heb. 6:1-12; John 3:22-36

THURSDAY: Psalm 37:19-42; Gen. 11:1-9; Heb. 6:13-20; John 4:1-15

FRIDAY: Psalm 35; Gen. 11:27–12:8; Heb. 7:1-17; John 4:16-26

SATURDAY: Psalm 42, 43; Gen. 12:9--13:1; Heb. 7:18-28; John 4:27-42

THIRD SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10; Psalm 19; 1

Corinthians 12:12-31a; Luke 4:14-21.