At the close of the worship service this Sunday, Lib Norton, chair of the Staff-Parish Relations Committee, announced to the congregation that pastor Paul Wood had received an appointment to another charge for the year beginning in late June. Paul briefly commented that the news had been received with very mixed feelings given the long …
As we approach this Easter season, I wanted to share with you notes regarding the upcoming worship schedule: We are planning on having two Genesis services in April: April 6 and April 27. These services begin at 8:45 a.m. April 13 is Palm Sunday and we will have a palm processional in the 11:00 a.m. …
Maundy Thursday Service @ 7:00 pm, Easter Sunrise Service @ 6:30 am, Easter Worship Service @ 11:00 am
Even prior to Christianity the egg was a symbol of rebirth, renewal, and the hope of a new life. That tradition is reprised with an Easter Egg Hunt for children (through 5th grade) on Saturday, March 30 at 10:00 am on the church grounds. If you would like to donate items for this event please drop …
Easter Egg Hunt on Church Grounds Set for March 30 Read More »
First United Methodist Church annually awards eight scholarships to local high school seniors or graduates enrolled in accredited two or four year schools. The award amounts range in value from $200 to $1500. The submission of one application form enables the applicant to be considered for all of the scholarships for which they might be …
This weekend eight confirmation candidates from First Methodist, accompanied by five adult mentors, enjoyed the educational and spiritual environment of Lake Junaluska as participants in Confirmation ’13, a gathering of confirmation candidates from across the Southeast.
FUMC will host a blood drive on Monday, March 11 from 2:00pm—7:00pm in the fellowship hall. The American Red Cross currently has an urgent need for types O negative and B negative blood donations; however, all blood types are needed. To schedule a donation time, please sign up on the sheet by the office door …
Red Cross Blood Drive to Honor Pete Owens and Dick Griggs Read More »
After an unusually snowy winter, I am certainly ready for the coming of spring and warmer weather. Springtime in the Carolinas always seems to renew my faith in the providence of God as I begin to see new growth in the flowers and trees and hear the birds begin to sing a new song. That …
The following letter was received recently at the church office. It eloquently reminds us of one of our missions as a church and one of our responsibilities as a Christian. Funds for these purposes are generated through your generous donations to the Pastor’s Discretionary Fund. Dear Pastor & Friends: My name is Sandra. A …
‘Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord.’ Read More »
Approximately 20-25 youth and adults will be participating in Salkehatchie Summer Service over a two week period this summer. We are planning several events to help raise awareness and money for these missions. To start we would like to ask for water donations (bottled water only) to begin now. You may leave your donations in …
Salkahatchie Preparations Begin For Summer Service Activities Read More »
