Sunday, February 20
Preacher: Rev. Taylor Fuerst
Scripture: Luke 6:27-38
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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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Austin Marathon This Sunday
As you plan your route to church this Sunday morning, February 20, 2022, please be aware that this is Austin Marathon Sunday. With that comes the chance to practice patience as we navigate street closures. We also get to cheer on the thousands of runners who will pass our campus on their way to the finish line. Look for a more detailed email on Saturday with travel planning suggestions or visit our website.
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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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Since You Asked...
Thursdays, March 3-April 7
7:00-8:00 p.m.
Zoom (Please Note: Prior publicity erroneously listed Garrison Chapel as an in-person venue.)
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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FEAST: White Jesus
Sunday, February 27
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Zoom
Most of us have seen (or perhaps grew up with) an image of Jesus as a blond-haired white man. It should go without saying that such images cannot be accurate depictions of a middle-eastern Jew from the first century Levant, but does it matter if we prefer to think of him like that? What did Jesus look like anyway? Join us for this discussion of what Jesus might have looked like and why it matters.
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Feast is a community of young adults and young professionals (ages 20-45ish), that meets regulary to build community and dig into the more difficult aspects of our faith lives. For more information or to get on the FEAST mailing list, email Pastor Brad King.
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Social Justice Conversation with Rev. John Elford
Sunday, March 6
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Garrison Chapel and Zoom
We are committed to joining God in the work of justice as we learn, name, and work to eradicate injustice in our church, our community, and around the world. Our March conversation will be with Rev. John Elford. Since retiring from University UMC, Austin, Rev. Elford has been working on a book on Methodism and race. It’s a brief history of (white American) Methodism, from John Wesley to the present day, through the lens of racism, white privilege, and white supremacy. This class time will focus on a few key examples from the draft of his book. Please use the link below or visit the website to register, whether joining in-person or via Zoom. If you participate via Zoom, the link will be sent when you register.
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Austin CROP Hunger Walk
Sunday, March 6
Virtual Event
Join our CROP Hunger Walk Team! This year’s CROP Hunger Walk is now virtual, 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. Learn more about CROP Hunger Walk here.
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Mercy & Justice Action Groups
The Mercy & Justice team is looking for people to be part of our action groups! Action groups are lay driven groups focused on a specific area - doing the work and inviting others into the work. We're multiplying ministry! Action groups are currently working in these areas: anti-racism, immigration, LGBTQ justice and support, environmental/climate justice. The work of these groups is guided by awareness, relationships, and commitment. If you would like to learn more or join one of these action groups, please email Pastor Cathy Stone.
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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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Tutors Needed For Pickle Elementary 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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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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An Update on Sunday Morning Childcare
Because of these staffing needs, childcare is currently unavailable. We will reopen on Sunday, March 6 for the 10:00 a.m. Sunday School hour and 11:00 a.m. service.
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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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Thank you, Church! The January mission emphasis was the Immigration Care Team and we collected $4,280.00. Your generosity will help cover living expenses and any legal costs that arise for our asylum seeker while she goes through the asylum process. Continued prayers for the work of this team and for our asylum seeker are appreciated!
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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; Fay Brown’s sister, Jo Rene Altenburg; Janet Camp’s sister, Rev. Nancy Willet; George Gaston’s friend, Dr. Robert Wootton; Nancy Haines’ sister, Betsy Henson; Sara and John Hathaway’s son, Jack; Marcia Houston’s mother, Johnnie; Mary Higgs’ son, Phil Higgs; Larry Peters’ brother-in-law, Mike Gossett; Ellis Pittman’s niece, Freya; Cindy Reidland’s friends, Carly and Colton Wimberly; Cindy Walter’s brother-in-law, Rob Stubbs.
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Contact Us
First United Methodist Church
1201 Lavaca St. Austin, TX 78701
(512) 478-5684
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