First Methodist Church, Morehead City - Weekly Steeple Call

Hello First Methodist,

God of love and grace, God of light and life. May your light shine upon us and open us to the vision of your glory and your ministry. Let your light shine!

Golf Fellowship tees off this Saturday. We are looking forward to great fellowship and a great devotional even if it is raining or the golf course is wet. Details below.

Kids and Youth ARE NOT MEETING this Sunday Night. We will gather again on February 19th.

FMC is hosting a BLOOD DRIVE on Monday, February 13th.

Free us to shine,

First Methodist Morehead City

DOWNLOAD TRADITIONAL WORSHIP BULLETIN

"We have a generous God.” You’ve heard this often as we invite the time of offering in weekly worship. God’s generosity comes first. God is generous in love, truth, mercy, and grace. God is generous in provision for our needs. God is generous in sharing his mission through us. “For God so loved that He GAVE his Son.” So we seek to reflect God’s generosity in the world. We seek to carry God’s light into the darkness and shine brightly so that others may see and come to the true Light of the World, Jesus.

We have mailed a Celebration of Generosity report for 2022. You can view a copy below. The stories of impact are amazing. You have been so generous in your resources of time and money to serve so many. Many of you may only know a tiny part of the scope of ministry, so hopefully, this booklet will let you see just how wide and deep is the love of God being shared through you. This is not an expression of pridefulness. We seek not to draw attention to us. This is about being a channel for the generosity of God! This is to His glory and honor!

VIEW GENEROSITY BOOKLET

Thank You

After 14 years of service to First Methodist Church, Christy Venters Lewis, our Director of Finance, is leaving to pursue new opportunities and ventures. Join us in expressing our appreciation to Christy for her service to Christ and this church.

A new ministry opportunity as we share

our loving care with our church family!

We have a growing number of families in which a loved one needs 24-hour care. Hands at Home is designed to allow the caregiver, usually, a spouse or close relative, the opportunity to run errands, come to Bible Study, or need some self-care time! We want to match church members in groups of 2 with families in need. We already have a few of these groups going and it has been a great success for everyone; caregiver, patient, and volunteer! If you are willing to join in and volunteer for a 2-hour shift with Hands at Home or if you have a need for a volunteer with Hands at Home please contact the church office.

Becky Lail, Lynn Miller, or Pastor Patrick will be in contact with you!

Good day fellow golfers!

We will meet again on February 11th at 11:15 at the Kountry Kitchen (Brandywine no longer has a restaurant at the clubhouse). Following a devotional and lunch, we will play golf at Brandywine. Please feel free to contact John Boney or Spence Cosby with any questions.

The American Red Cross loves you SNOW much! Winter weather and seasonal illness can negatively impact the supply of blood. That's why they need donors like you to make giving blood a priority. Make an appointment to donate blood at our church on Monday, February 13th from 9:00 to 3:00 PM.

REMINDER

All that paid for our Bellamy Museum trip - please be at church Thursday, 2/16 8:30. Ready for a fun day!

Intentional Parenting Book Study

Join Pastor Sarah for a 5-week study beginning on March 6th and ending on April 3rd. We will meet via Zoom at 8:00 pm on Monday nights. Please feel free to RSVP below or on our website/app. The cost of the book is $10.

RSVP HERE and PAY FOR BOOK

MANY HANDS FOR CHRIST

We are looking for adult volunteers for Project MHC the week of June 11-15. You can serve as a project leader, small group leader or helper, shower host, prayer partner, small group transportation driver, meal deliverer, or overnight chaperone. If you are thinking that this might be for you, please reach out to Pastor Sarah. Registration for Youth COMING IN FEBRUARY!

Email Pastor Sarah

The story always goes that the chicken and waffles dish was designed to be served between dinner and breakfast in the early hours when musicians were likely finished with their sets. Well for us, we are serving it after breakfast and before lunch after the Rise Band set on February 19th for all to enjoy. You do not need to make a reservation. This is a great opportunity to get to know and connect with other Rise worshippers. Come hungry!

RSVP HERE

February Youth and Kids

Sunday Nights Schedule

Feb 12 - NO YOUTH/KIDS

Feb 19 - Regular Programming

Feb 26 - Regular Programming

Kids Ministry Sunday School

and Sunday Nights

So many amazing, wonderful things have been happening in Kid's ministry. Our Sunday school classes are continuing to learn about Jesus. Each week his story comes to life through video, music, activities, and more!

Our children's director, Shanna has made volunteering a breeze so if you are on the fence about signing up to help now is the time! We could really use your help and you will be making a huge difference in the lives of these children.

Prayer Hearts

Prayer Hearts are hanging on the wall outside the Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall. Please take a heart and pray for the child whose name is on the back of your heart. The names are of our children that participate in Sunday school and Sunday Night activities.

Service Project

Kids' Sunday school class spent time working on a Service Project. They cleaned and sanitized the toys that are used in our nursery. You are never too young to do for others! Great work kids!

VBS and PMHC Registration

coming this month!

ELC is HIRING!

Our Early Learning Center is hiring Teachers and Teacher Assistants. Positions available for part-time and full-time hours. Please contact Chervon Evans-Morris at 726-0651 or elc@firstmethodist.life.

EMAIL CHERVON

Habitat for Humanity Lunches

Our Missions Committee needs you! Provide lunches for the Habitat for Humanity volunteers. First Methodist delivers lunch on the 3rd Thursday of the month. The coordinator will contact you the week of to provide the number requested (typically 8-12). Lunches include a sandwich, chip, fruit or cookie, and water or gatorade.

Backpack Blessings

Save those PLASTIC grocery bags and bring them with you to church. Backpack Blessings has been delivering food to the schools and each week uses over 170 bags so they are needing to restock their supply.

Moms in Prayer

Moms In Prayer Carteret County meets Monday mornings at 8:00 am (or after your dropoff) at Calico Creek Coffee located inside One Harbor Church. All are welcome! Come and read scripture and pray for yuor children, their schools, and their teachers. Contact Mandy Bryant if you have any questions at ajjohnso24@yahoo.com.

ALTAR FLOWERS

THE FLOWERS AT THE ALTAR are dedicated to the glory of God and given in loving memory of Fran McNeill whose birthdate is February 8th, by her family, Billy & Jan LLoyd, Charles & Alla McNeill, Neil & Joanne McNeill, and her grandchildren.