Sunday, February 13
Preacher: Rev. Taylor Fuerst
Scripture: Luke 6:17-26
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9:00 and 11:00 a.m.
At this time, registration is no longer required to attend in-person worship on Sundays. Worship is also livestreamed at 11:00 a.m. each Sunday and is available online through our Zoom worship time, YouTube Channel, and Facebook page. Our Interactive Worship on Zoom includes opportunities to connect with one another, share prayer concerns, and view our video worship service together.
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Celebrating the Ministry of Shirley Derryberry
Sunday, February 13, 12:15-2:00 p.m.
FLC Great Hall
The First Church community invites you to celebrate the 34-year music ministry of Shirley Derryberry. Shirley’s life-long love of music and her musical education background created the perfect combination for her service with youth and adult handbell choirs and children’s music. We will honor Shirley’s dedication and commitment during the 11:00 a.m. worship service, followed by a reception afterward. A collection basket for notes and love offerings will be available at the reception. Offerings can also be made through online giving by designating "Love Offering for Shirley Derryberry."
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TOAST Happy Hour
Sunday, February 13, 4:30 p.m.
Zoom
All young adults and young professionals (college to mid-40s) are welcome to join Pastor Brad King and the FEAST community for our monthly happy hour. This month, we are staying virtual, but come share some wine and whining. Email Pastor Brad to request the TOAST Zoom link.
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Tutors Needed For Pickle Elementary School
Pickle Elementary School needs reading and math tutors for their 5th graders on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and/or Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tutors can meet with students in larger spaces or outside and will be safely matched with a student who has been vaccinated. Spanish language skills are a bonus, but aren’t required. FUMC has a long-standing relationship with Pickle Elementary through its book sale and other literacy projects. To support these young students as they learn, email Bergan Casey.
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Deep Dive Into Scripture
Sunday, February 20,
12:15-1:00 p.m.
Sanctuary
Join us for our monthly churchwide Bible study. Every third Sunday of the month, Pastor Brad King (or a special guest) will lead a discussion of one or more passages read in church that month. If you are interested, stay in your pew after the 11:00 a.m worship service or come back and join us.
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Feed My People Fourth Tuesday Breakfast
Tuesday, February 22
5:30-7:00 a.m.
Family Life Center
We need volunteers! Help serve breakfast to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Preparing and cooking begins at 5:30 a.m. and clean up is finished by 7:00 a.m.
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Are You FUMC's Next Usher?
Are you the kind of person who never meets a stranger? Is your house the one where neighbors know they are always welcome? More than door-holders and plate-passers, ushers offer a ministry of hospitality and care that helps make members and guests feel at home in worship at FUMC. Would you prayerfully consider making a commitment to usher at the 9:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. worship service once a month? For more information or to volunteer to serve, email Stan Casey or Chris Story.
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Austin CROP Hunger Walk
Sunday, March 6, Hybrid Event
Join our CROP Hunger Walk Team! This year’s CROP Hunger Walk is hybrid, with both in-person and virtual options—meaning you can raise funds and walk anywhere, anytime!
This family-friendly interfaith community event raises funds for hungry people around the world and right here in Austin. Local beneficiaries include: Central Texas Food Bank; Refugee Services of Texas; Sustainable Food Center; Manos de Cristo; Austin City Lutherans – Bread for All Food Pantry; Hope Food Pantry Austin; and Mt. Olive Baptist Church. The in-person event will be at Camp Mabry with an open start 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Learn more about CROP Hunger Walk here.
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LENTEN STUDIES AND SMALL GROUPS |
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Since You Asked...
Thursdays, March 3-April 7
7:00-8:00 p.m.
FLC Garrison Chapel and Zoom
Join retired pastors Rev. John Wright and Rev. John McMullen in an engaging conversation about YOUR questions and topics of discussion. NO READING ASSIGNMENTS - just bring yourself!
The only requirement is to submit at least one question/topic for discussion by February 24. Questions can address what Christians "should" or "can" believe, other religions, Methodist tradition, and faith in real life – you name it. No question or topic is off limits! Ask about anything you’ve ever wondered. Each week, two or three questions will be selected from those submitted for discussion. Together, we’ll consider historical context and theological background. We hope you will bring your own insights, too, and be prepared for lively discussion!
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Lenten Small Groups
Beginning week of March 6
Sign Up Now!
Small groups help you deepen your relationship with God and with others at church. Over the six weeks of Lent, groups of 8-12 participants will engage in conversations with group facilitators about their life experiences and explore questions of faith. All adult members of our FUMC community are encouraged to take this step to grow during Lent. Sunday School classes may choose to engage with the questions as a group as well. Groups will begin meeting the week of March 6.
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For more information about any of FUMC's Lenten studies and small groups, contact Director of Discipleship Emily Buchanan.
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Now Hiring Childcare Staff
FUMC is looking for a responsible, loving Childcare Coordinator to manage our Sunday morning childcare classrooms and staff. This is a 6-hour per week position, from 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Sundays, with 1 hour of time at your discretion. In addition, FUMC is hiring new Childcare Staff to work 4 hours per week, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Sundays. Opportunities to earn extra hours may be offered for both positions on occasion. Please email Jen Seibel with any questions and to apply.
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FEBRUARY MISSION EMPHASIS |
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Each month we highlight a ministry or program that we see transforming lives and invite you to support it with your prayers and gifts above and beyond your regular financial support. This month’s mission emphasis is Huston-Tillotson University. As Austin’s oldest institution of higher education and its only Historically Black College and University (HBCU), the university is a sacred space. HBCUs play a vital role in dismantling racial inequity, developing community, and educating future world leaders.
Join our continuing investment in the students and the work of Huston-Tillotson University through their Annual Fund. Your gifts, marked "Huston-Tillotson," may be left in the Offering basket as you leave the Sanctuary, made online, or sent to the church during the month of February. To donate online, select "Other Designated" from the drop-down menu and indicate "Huston-Tillotson" in the memo section.
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Submit a prayer request online.
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Within Our Congregation
Mack Adams, Shirley Derryberry, Sandra Green, Sam Miller, Sallie Novinger, Andrew Pyle, and Dan Wood.
Beyond Our Congregation
Curt Ashmos’ friend, Elissa Marek; Robbie Ausley’s brother, Glen Holt; Teresa Baker’s cousin, Nate Barns; Grady Basler’s sister, Tonya Basler Stout; Cheryl Bias’ niece, Lauren Stafford; Craig Blome’s and Tamra Golden’s niece, Morgan Young; Fay Brown’s sister, Jo Rene Altenburg; Janet Camp’s sister, Rev. Nancy Willet; George Gaston’s friend, Dr. Robert Wootton; Marijo Hartman’s brother, Buddy Rector; Marijo Hartman’s friend, Gloria Frizell; Sara and John Hathaway’s son, Jack; Marcia Houston’s mother, Johnnie; Mary Higgs’ son, Phil Higgs; Judy Kostura’s friends, Dan and Donna Perkins; Julie Nelson’s friend, Donna Fowler; Delia Peters’ mother, Ruby Ybarra; Cindy Reidland’s friends, Carly and Colton Wimberly; Cindy Walter’s brother-in-law, Rob Stubbs.
Condolences to the family and friends of Susie Bishop.
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Contact Us
First United Methodist Church
1201 Lavaca St. Austin, TX 78701
(512) 478-5684
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