A Year of Hope

There has been so much to be thankful for over the last year, where we learned to lean into what we have always known to be true: with God, nothing is impossible. We’ve been blessed abundantly, and prayers are answered in our midst every single day. When we moved to our new location on Highway 280, we planned and prayed to be a church for and with our community. God has said yes, over and over. He has gone before us and made the impossible possible. He has opened hearts and eyes to see what His Kingdom looks like when we seek Him first. First United Methodist Church is a body of Christ excited to serve others both here at home and abroad. This body of Christ has seen and felt what it means to gather together in His name, to love one another and those around us, to meet the needs of the lost and lonely, and to find joy in all things.

To celebrate all God is doing, we began today by lifting the roof in song during worship. Goodness! The Holy Spirit’s presence was palpable! With tears in our eyes and chills covering us all, we said, “Thank you, Lord,” for all you’ve done. Rev. Donald Smith brought us to audible “Amens!” over and over. Worship continued as we broke bread together over brunch and an update from our Long Range Planning team. Again, trusting God has gone before us, we are excited to see what 2024 has in store!

Because our true calling is to serve God and serve others, the day wouldn’t have been complete without reaching others in His name. We partnered with Rise Against Hunger to pack 22,464 meals to be shared across the world! It is such a blessing to know thousands of people will be touched all because we understand what’s important: loving others as Christ loves us.

Friends, neighbors, and community…we pray you have a church moving heaven and earth to show and demonstrate God’s love. If you are looking for a church that is embracing every moment together, loving God, reaching others, and seeking the lost, we’d love for you to join us. Trust this; you will be welcome here.