Earth Day has passed, but the FUMC Green Team’s celebration of the Season of Creation is coming up! Two Sundays, May 4th and May 11th have been set aside for this observance. During worship services, you will hear references to God’s creation and our need to be good stewards of it. After the worship services, please join the Green Team …
Thursday, May 29, 11:45am, Fellowship Hall Our guest is Dr. Melissa A. Rosenkranz from The Center for Healthy Minds. She is the Distinguished Chair in Contemplative Neuroscience and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at UW. She will join us for our lunch and share her knowledge of the value of staying connected for our general health and well-being. Menu: Sandwiches, including tuna fish, …
Let’s welcome spring by celebrating Earth Day! As you may or may not remember, ‘Earth Day’ was founded in 1970 by Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson, who spearheaded efforts for a national day to be focused on environmentalism. In 1990, Earth Day was adopted globally! Earth Day has also expanded to the entire month of April with many activities as ‘park …
By Kathy Carpenter Yes, the soccer goals are in and the kids are loving them!! April 10 Parent-Teacher conferences are fast approaching. We are still in need of donations to cover the meal that FUMC is bringing in to the teachers on their long day. Please contact Kathy Carpenter. Items needed at Hawthorne Elementary: Thank you for your consistent caring …
Saturday, April 12, 10am Will be focusing on lawn clean up, lawn treatment, and removing dead material from the flower beds. If you are interested, contact Brian Chapmen using the form below. Contact Brian Chapman
Below are some things to ponder: “I have a dream… “Martin Luther King cast his vision for all to see and aspire to. He also worked to bring it about. What is your dream for creation? For justice? How will you work to bring about a healthy, equitable, and inclusive future for all of God’s kin-dom? Read God’s vision: Isaiah …
Saturday, May 10, 8:15am-3pmFirst UMC will participate in another Habitat for Humanity build day on Saturday, May 10 from 8:15am-3pm. This is a multi-generational event. There is work to be done building and work to be done supporting those that build. Either way, we need to know if you are interested in this event. If you are interested, please contact Nancy as …
Saturday, April 5, 8:20am-11:30amOn April 5 we will meet at Second Harvest to assist with packaging and organizing. Open to anyone 12 years old and older. Bring three-five dry good items to contribute to Food Bank. Wear closed toe shoes and shirts with sleeves (no tank tops). Meet at 2802 Dairy Dr, Madison at 8:20am and work until 11:30am. If …
By Kathy Carpenter Posting a picture of myself is not something I normally do, but this was a proud moment I wanted to share with all of you. This week I handed over the bike sponsorship donations (all $1100!!!) to Antonio, along with this cute bike donated by O’uma Toon. They were thrilled that 25 children will receive bikes, helmets …
Beginning March 3 During Lent, we’ll be focused on Amy-Jill Levine’s book “Jesus for Everyone – Not Just Christians”. The historical and cultural influence of Jesus leads to a deeper understanding of faith, ethics, and the world in which we live. In worship and small groups we’ll focus on one chapter a week. With the intention of meeting Jesus in …
