John Wesley's Birthday

(statue of John Wesley @ The New Room, Bristol)

Today marks the date in 1703 that the Rev. John Wesley was born in Epworth, Lincolnshire, England. He was born in the parish rectory (parsonage) to the Rev. Samuel & Susanna Wesley. Happy birthday, Brother John!!!

McCamey Ministerial Alliance meeting

The McCamey Ministerial Alliance met today at the First Baptist Church with representatives of First Baptist, Sacred Heart Catholic, Eastside Baptist, First Assembly of God, and First UMC present.

A reminder: The First UMC is responsible for staffing the Friendship Center this month (June 22 & 29) and volunteers are urgently needed.

The next meeting will be at Sacred Heart RC Church on July 20th at 10:00 a.m.

Remember Father's Day

Father's Day is Sunday, June 20th! Please remember to invite your father, a neighbor, a friend, or just anyone who wants to remember  their dad in their Father's House.

The worship service starts at 11:00 with a Father's Day potluck following at noon. See you on Sunday!

A musical UMW evening

Tonight's UMW began with everyone gathering in the sanctuary for a special program.  Cytha Peters and Sara Hill provided a musical experience for the membership.  After the program was completed, we gathered in the parlor for a brief meeting and refreshments (including home-made ice cream!). 

Sunday, June 13th

While Pastor Charles and Belinda were away for the weekend, Bobbie and Bill Lester and Cytha Peters visited the convalescent center and conducted the Sunday afternoon worship service.  Thanks for such faithful servants who are willing to share their faith! 

Prayer for the third Sunday after Pentecost

(Christ in the House of Simon by Dierich the Elder, 1400's)

Beckoning God, as you moved in the lives of Simon and those present in his house, move in our lives, inviting us to journey to unknown territory, to listen for your voice and to speak your prophetic word in a world that does not want to hear. Empowered by your Spirit, grant us the courage we need to journey, trust, listen, speak and accept your commission to be your faithful servant people. Amen.

Potluck Lunch at Church on Fathers' Day!