I welcome you to First United Methodist Church (FUMC). I pray that our worship leads you to an awareness of God’s presence in your life and among us.
If you are looking for a Church home, I hope you find First UMC to be that place. Our Church doors and communion table are open to you.
Sincerely in Christ’s love,
Rev. Mark B. McFadden
Pastor
Are you feeling spiritually breathless? Faint-hearted? Or maybe just "stuck" behind closed doors like the disciples were in John 20:19-23?
Fear and anxiety can leave us gasping for air, but the Great Physician has a remedy. Join us this Sunday as we dive into "Spiritual CPR." We’ll explore the moment Jesus stood in the midst of His frightened followers and breathed on them, saying, "Receive the Holy Spirit."
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Let us pray for a firm faith because God is faithful to us: Blessed are you, God our Father, who raised Jesus from the dead. Keep us firm in the faith and lead us to live in his peace. Open our eyes to see his scars among those who suffer. Inspire us through the Holy Spirit to bring consolation and hope anchored in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Prayer is at the very heart of the ecumenical movement. Jesus prayed that we – his followers – may all be one. When we pray with and for one another, we can feel God’s gift of unity.
Easter Sunday Reflection upon John 20:1-18 / Psalm 118 / Colossians 3:1-4
The resurrection proclaims that Jesus, once scorned, now stands vindicated. The shame of the cross gives way to victory. Life rises above death, and the shadows of evil are scattered. In this triumph, life and love shine brightly. Resurrection means that both we and the world are made new, drawn together in unity with God. While we await the full unveiling of this renewal, we hold fast to this hope. God’s promise is not only for a future transformation but also for a present awakening, as Christ takes shape within us and among us.
Resurrection invites us into a richer, more abundant life, not just for ourselves but for everyone we touch. May we seek ways to embody this newness, serving others with intention and compassion. Each day, inspired by resurrection hope, may we choose to love deeply, restore what is broken, and pursue reconciliation. Let us strive for higher callings and walk in the light of resurrection. Christ, our hidden wellspring, leads us through the Holy Spirit to realize our true purpose: created in God’s image, growing into the likeness of Christ.
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