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
(Sunday Missal, alt.)
Let us pray for the courage to embrace the world in the name of Christ: Father in heaven, the love of your Son led him to accept the suffering of the cross so that we might find life in divine forgiveness. Change our selfishness into self-giving. May we embrace the world you have given us and transform the darkness of its pain into the life and joy of Eater. Grant this through 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.
When Paul the Apostle mentions “fleshly things,” he is not condemning our basic needs like food or sex, as long as they remain healthy. Rather, he warns against actions fueled by bitterness, hatred, rivalry, and jealousy. We all know the sting these feelings can bring. If we look inward, we might admit we have sometimes added to that pain. These attitudes dim the spiritual light that offers life, healing, wholeness, and peace.
The good news is that the Holy Spirit leads us along Christ’s path, where we find life and peace. We do not have to wait for some distant future to experience this. It is here for us now. Let us set our minds and hearts on the things of the Spirit. Let us be alert to anything that might damage our relationships. Let us stand guard against needless conflict and division. May we become bringers of life and peace. May our actions spark healing and restoration in a world so often torn by fear, prejudice, hatred, and division.
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