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
Let us pray to God our Father so that we sustain one another on the way to him: Lord God, our Father, your Son Jesus Christ has brought us together as a community of sinners whom you have pardoned. May the Holy Spirit unify us and give us the strength to care for one another and do what we are able to remain a living, forgiving, and welcoming community, representing Christ in this world. Amen. (Claretian Publications)
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.
Sunday Reflection upon Romans 13:8-14 through baptism and our profession of faith, we have "put on Christ and the armor of light." This transformation calls us to behave in ways that reflect Christ's example, not only on specific occasions but in every aspect of our lives. After putting on Christ, our responsibility toward others, including our enemies, is rooted in love. By leading lives defined by love, kindness, and compassion, we demonstrate to the world that we have put on Christ.
Paul establishes the foundation for a spiritual life centered on Christ. May we embody and express Christ's qualities both individually and collectively as Christ’s Church. The Holy Spirit forms Christ within us and among us. "Go and show Christ to the world!"
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