Hello First Methodist,

May the 4th be with you! And also with you. Christianity’s influence can be found in the unlikeliest of places. Today, we celebrate the National Day of Prayer. This year's theme is derived from James 5:16b, Pray Fervently in Righteousness and Avail Much: "The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much."

Let us pray,

First Methodist Morehead City

Today, May 4th is the National Day of Prayer

Thursday, May 4th is the National Day of Prayer. The sanctuary will be open for prayer from 8:30am - 4:30 pm. Come and pray. "The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth." Psalm 145:18

Traditional Brunch in the Loft

You asked for it, so we (well, Waylon and his team) are cooking it! Traditional Brunch will be served on Sunday, May 21st in the Loft at 9:45 between the 8:30 and 11:00 traditional services. Reservations are not necessary and all are welcome to attend. 

Scout Recognition

First Methodist Church is supportive of boys and girls in scouting ministry. We have many different groups that associate with our church and a long scouting history, and we are excited about it. One of the things our pastors get to do is to work with these kids on different badges. Jesus and Me. God and Me. God and Family. God and Church. These are wonderful opportunities for these boys and girls to study, learn, and share how faith impacts and forms our lives.

Lady Swan Sunset Cruise

Wednesday, May 31st at 6:30

WaveRunners are boarding the Lady Swan for a Sunset Cruise. You are welcome to bring food and drinks!  The boat departs at 6:45, so please plan on being there at 6:30. Casper’s Marina, 301 S Water Street, Swansboro. Bring your cash payment of $32 per individual to pay as you board the boat. Each person will furnish their own transportation. If anyone cannot drive or find someone to carpool with, please call Claudia at 252-342-8580.  Sign up online or by calling the church by May 26th.

Project MHC is a mission experience that is designed to be a mission trip experience without leaving our county. We will only be working a few short miles away from the church, but for many of our youth, they will be stepping into a world entirely different from their own. This is designed to be an opportunity for youth to grow in their faith while serving as the hands and feet of Jesus. Project MHC is designed to be an overnight experience so youth participating are required to spend the night and participate in all daytime activities.

Youth who have completed grades 5-11 (Rising 6th-12th graders)

*Former participants in 12th grade and up are welcome to apply as counselors! Registration Fee - $300 (This cost goes to support the houses that we are working on by providing materials, tools, and more as well as providing some meals and fun activities for the youth)

Interested in being a part of Project MHC? We need job-site managers, small group leaders, drivers, prayer partners, shower hosts, meal deliveries, and more!

Help!

We have openings for Kids Sunday School teachers. Shanna has made it super easy for you to volunteer. If you will sign up for just one Sunday a month it will be very helpful!

Sunday Nights End of Year Celebrations!

Kids Ministry - May 7th

Kids will be off campus and at different times. Drop your kids off at these locations:

K/1st will be at Carolina Elite from 5-6:30 pm. 

2nd-5th will be at BB’s- Flashbax Arcade from 5:30-7pm. We will provide the kids with quarters to play some games, but feel free to send extras with your kids.

Youth Ministry - May 7th

6th-12th grades - Meet at Camp Albemarle for an evening of fun and fellowship to end the season! 5:00 - 6:30. Dinner is included.

The Children's Angel Choir, led by Katie Dixon, will be performing on Mother's Day, May 14th during the 9:45 and 11:00 services. They will be practicing on Sundays after the Rise. Children of all ages are welcome!

Defined: Who God Says You Are

June 8 - August 3

Thursdays 5:15-6:30

Dinner Included

Rising 5th and 6th grade boys and girls are invited to participate in this 8-week Bible study guiding kids to find their identity in Christ, based on selected passages from Ephesians. This Bible study is a great for beginners and early readers.

“Who am I?” is a question that many kids are being challenged to answer. To answer this question, we must first ask “Who does God say I am?” Beginning in Genesis, the Bible tells us that we are each made in God’s image, but that image has become distorted by sin. The only way to restore what was broken is through a relationship with Jesus. Through Defined: Who God Says I Am, kids will discover who God created them to be and what is true about their identity because of their relationship with Jesus. Please register for these small groups so that we will know how many study books to order.

Fire and Faithfulness

June 22-August 3

Thursdays 5:15-6:30

We live in a world that doesn’t care what God wants. Sure, they may not say it that way, but the messages that parade across social media declare that God’s way just isn’t worth it. But as Christians, we’re committed to following Jesus in every aspect of our lives. Is it possible to live—or maybe even thrive—as a believer in our world today?

Pastor Sarah is leading our 7th-9th grade girls in this four-session series with Sadie Robertson Huff. Discover the lost art of faithfulness in the face of a world that wants nothing to do with God. Trek through the story of four young Israelites who, when ripped from their homes, faced a choice: remain faithful followers in a foreign land, or bow before an empire that hated God. Register to let us know that you will be attending.

Boys Small Group

June 22-August 3

Thursdays 5:15-6:30

We want to help guide boys through the challenges they face each day and give them a way to connect this summer. Fletcher Poulk will be leading a small group for rising 7th and 9th grade boys on Thursdays from 5:15-6:30 pm during June 22-August 3. Register to let us know that you will be attending.

Registration is OPEN!

August 7-11th. Launch kids on a cosmic quest where they’ll have a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world. Stellar rockets kids on an out-of-this-world adventure that’s light years of faith-building fun. Registration is now open!

We need VOLUNTEERS! If you would like to serve during the week of VBS please complete the form below and we will plug you in!

Martha's Mission Cupboard

We want to make it easy for you to support our local missions. Earle Wade makes deliveries to Martha's Mission every week. All you have to do is bring in items such as cereal, canned fruit and vegetable, dried beans, rice, grits, saltines, peanut butter, jelly, powered milk, cooking oil, eggs, margarine, orange juice, hot dogs, chickens, bread and rolls, soap, laundry detergent and toilet paper. These items can be placed in the cart in the atrium near the Bridges Street door. Thank you for your support!

ALTAR FLOWERS

THE FLOWERS AT THE ALTAR are dedicated to the Glory of God and in honor of our choir members, bell ringers, Susan Griffith pianist extraordinaire and Phil Routszong music director, and all our musicians who make a joyful noise for our church.

MEMORIALS AND HONORARIUMS

MEMORIAL AND HONORARIUM GIFTS RECEIVED:

First Methodist Church has recently received gifts in honor of Lynne Miller, Willa Ritchie, Anne Lawton, and Ginny Whitfield. Gifts were also received in memory of Chuck Rhodes, Calvin Dowty, Barbara Neptune, Sharon Wells, Jerry Fischler, and Mattie Gray.

THANK YOU

My Dear First Church Family,

Words can not express how much I’ve appreciated all prayers and other acts of kindness since my emergency surgery @ Vidant in Greenville on Easter ✝️. Love is something if you give it away😘🙏🐸

Mary Ann Holland

Dear First Methodist Church,

We are so thankful that you have agreed to be a table sponsor at the FCA Fund-raising Banquet. As you know, FCA is totally faith-financed so it is community support that enables us to continue the positive influence we are seeing on our local campuses.

Thank you again, and may God continue to bless you and your business.

FCA Staff, Shannon Williams

Dear First Methodist Church,

Thank you so much for the meals, Girl Scout cookies, k-cups, drinks, and desserts you have provided over the year. They are greatly appreciated!

Sincerely,

Crystal Coast Hospice House

Week of May 4 - May 10

4 Spence Cosby

4 Harvey Avery

4 Waylon Bell

4 Savannah Gray

4 Bradley Williams

4 Ardor Routszong

5 Sandra McIntosh

5 Dan Wade

5 Sara Adcox

5 Billy Brickhouse

5 Mackynziie Smith-Wolf

6 Alice Faye Clayburn

6 GaleEbron

6 Joan King

6 Sandra Norris

6 Mary Neal Rowland

6 Amelia Forbes

7 Butch Gentry

7 Hudson Boucher

8 Gina Williams

8 Chaundra Kittrell

8 Anna Keith Rivenbark

9 Bill Baily

9 Sarah Everhart

9 Logan Hardee

9 Oliver Muros

10 Michael Johnson

10 Lindsey Rappaport

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