First Methodist Church, Morehead City - Weekly Steeple Call

Hello First Methodist,

"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." Ephesians 6:10-12

A strong masterpiece,

First Methodist Morehead City

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Hello Everyone!! Golf Fellowship is scheduled for Saturday, May 13th at Brandywine Bay. Please note the time has been adjusted to 11:15 so we can start a little earlier.

We are looking forward to great fellowship and a great devotional, we hope you and your friends can attend.

* 11:15 Lunch & Devotional. Spence Cosby will conduct our meeting and Lynne Miller will share a devotion.

* 12:30 1st tee time. Teams are randomly chosen by tossing a tee. Fellowship-friendly super-ball format.

* All are welcome: family, friends, neighbors, men, women, Methodists, non-Methodist, golfers, and non-golfers.

* Come & join us for lunch & devotion even if your schedule will not allow you to golf.

* We are asking for a firm count of golfers, please let us know by Thursday (May 11th) if you are playing. We look forward to seeing everyone.

God Bless,

Spence and John

Spence Cosby 252-917-3418

John Boney 919-608-3182

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.

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.

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!

VOLUNTEER FOR PROJECT MHC

YOU CAN TEACH SUNDAY SCHOOL!

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 SCHOOL TEACHERS CLICK HERE

Sunday Nights End of Year Celebrations!

Flashback to Sunday night when our 2nd-5th Grade kids met at Flashbax Arcade

for an end of year celebration. They have all been winners this year learning more about Jesus!

Celebrating good times with our youth! We wrapped up our Youth Sunday Nights for the season at Camp Albemarle with food, fun, fellowship, and a full youth band.

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 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.

Congrats Seniors! Last Sunday we celebrated high school seniors and prayed over them and equipped them with bibles as they embark on their next chapter. Thank you to the team that provided them with breakfast and a time to gather in the library.

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!

VBS VOLUNTEER SIGN UP

Martha's Mission Cupboard

We want to make it easy for you to help support our local missions. Earle Wade makes deliveries from our cart 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, 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 presented in honor of God's grace and mercy and in memory of our dear alto choir member and friend, Barbara Neptune.

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.

MEMORIAL SERVICE

The Memorial Service for Barbara Neptune will be held on

June 3rd at 2:00 pm in the Sanctuary.