In Epic of Eden, Dr. Sandra Richter jumps headlong into the Old Testament to clearly and powerfully communicate a history of God’s redeeming grace, weaving together a story that runs from the Eden of the Garden to the garden of the New Jerusalem. Click for more information and to sign up.
In this 7-session study, discover the redemptive facet of Job’s suffering. Learn to view pain as a way to strengthen your faith, point others to the gospel, and trust in the Lord. Because His providence will never take you to a place where His grace will not sustain you. Click for more information and to sign up.
College and Grad Students are invited to join us to discuss life and the Bible every Wednesday this semester at the Texas Tech Student Union Building (Sub), outside the Allen Theater from 7-8:30 p.m. Contact: dcole@fumc.com.
Engage is back! Come have fun and grow together with your family and church community every Sunday evening for four weeks. Join us for dinner and activities in the CLC. Childcare provided for children under three. For questions contact Tessa Armes at tarmes@fumc.com.
February 10, 17, 24, March 3
Texas Tech cello professor, Jeffrey Noel Lastrapes is a chamber musician, recitalist and teacher. He will perform the Bach Sonatas with harpsichordist David Chung and flutist Susanna Self.
Legacy Event Center – 1500 14th St.
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In The Epic of Eden: Ruth, Dr. Sandra Richter makes each of these characters come alive. Participants in this study—young and old, men and women, churched and unchurched—will be challenged as they see themselves in these characters and find themselves faced with many of the same questions and challenges. Here is real life, lived out by real people with real fears, real struggles, real hope, and real faith. Click for more information and to sign up.
March 7, Every Thursday || 12-1 p.m., ages below 65 || First LBK Gym
March 7, Every Thursday || 12-1 p.m., ages above 65 || First LBK Gym
Training and exercise classes begin in March. Those below 65 will be working on general conditioning, those above 65 will work on flexibility and mobility. The first three months are free to First LBK members, then $10 per class. Wear loose clothing and tennis shoes. Led by professional trainer, Alonzo Garcia.
Contact Gloria Ashby, gashby@fumc.com.
Often named “the fifth gospel,” the book of the prophet Isaiah has more to say about Israel’s coming Messiah than any other Old Testament book. Brilliant, courageous, uncompromising, this prophet declared that “the year of the LORD” had come and God’s people needed to either step up, or stand down. Indeed, when Isaiah spoke, kings trembled. Click for more information and registration.
The next Church Council meeting is Tuesday, February 12 in the choir suite.
All women are invited for the general meeting and program, Call to Prayer and Self Denial and Open Door Preschool, February 12, in the church parlor. Child care is available by reservation at fumc.com/childcare-rsvp/. Contact Pam Allison, pam.allison@att.net.
Felicia Hopkins, Senior Pastor, St. Paul United Methodist Church, Abilene
Join us at 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary as all five worship services gather for our annual Grand Gathering.
We invite you to celebrate the birth of our King at one of our Christmas Eve services. Click for more information.
One of the UK’s finest choral ensembles, Stile Antico, will present “A Spanish Nativity” featuring Christmas music of the Siglo de oro – the Spanish Renaissance Golden Age.
Free Admission • Childcare Provided • Reception Following
FUMC will distribute food boxes at the South Plains Food Bank, Saturday, December 15 from 8:30-12:00. Contact Sara Lattimore, slattimore@fumc.com or 806-763-4607, ext., 220 to sign up.
Come savor the sights, sounds and excitement of the very first Christmas! Families will interact with local shopkeepers and create unique keepsakes during this family, Christmas adventure.
If you're considering membership, or if you just want to learn more about FUMC, First Steps is the place for you.
Serve our community! Volunteer at our Community Thanksgiving Dinner on November 17. Click here to sign up.
Join us for this profound, reflective masterwork, Opus 9 by the organist and composer Maurice Durufle (1902-1986). The FUMC Chancel Choir, soloists and chamber orchestra present deeply moving music for All Saints Day.
At’L Do Farms, 6323 FM 1294, Lubbock, TX 79415. College, Poiéma Youth and FUMC Kids and families are welcome. Cost is $8 per person and includes entrance and food.
On Saturday, April 14 our church will be working together on four houses in east Lubbock. Click for more information and to sign up.
Dr. Carl Andersen- founder of the Center for the Study of Addiction at Texas Tech University will lead a recovery conference open to all. Everyone can benefit from learning about a recovery model. Join us October 6, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A question and answer session will take place from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. The conference is in the Christian Life Center Worship Center. The cost is $10 and includes lunch. Click to register.
During the month of October we will be collecting brand-new hoodies to be distributed to students at Bayless Elementary. Please bring new hoodies to the church, drop off boxes will be available. For questions contact Sara Lattimore at slattimore@fumc.com.
The South Plains Fair is September 20-29 and Poiéma Youth needs your help.
Don't forget to grab a chicken on a stick or our famous chili while you are there!
A single-parent support group begins Sept. 16. The group will meet each Sunday at 4 p.m.
Kids Night Out provides a fun, safe night for your kids and a night out for you as parents. All kids infant through 5th grade are welcome.
Kids Night Out is from 6:00 PM-10:00 PM and cost $12/child or $30/sibling set of three or more.
In this twelve-session small group Bible study, Twelve Women of the Bible, Lysa TerKuerst, Elisa Morgan, Jeanne Stevens and other leaders look at the spiritual lessons learned from twelve biblical women and what they mean for your life today. Click for more information and to sign up.
Dr. Jim Jackson will preach in both 9:30 and 11:00 contemporary services, as well as 8:30 traditional service. He will also be selling his signed books in the CLC hallway.
The men’s ministry of FUMC invites you to a tailgate party before the Lamar vs. Texas Tech game, Saturday, September 8 at 11 a.m. in the south parking lot. Click for more information.
School Supply Drive for Bayless Elementary Teachers
Supplies Needed: Notebook Paper – Wide ruled • Pencils• Composition Notebooks • Boxes of Tissues • Clorox Wipes
Please bring your donations to the Fall Reveal on August 19.
Mark your calendars for our Fall Reveal on August 19. We wil have food trucks, bounce houses, opportunities to learn about our ministries and more!
All students, preschool through college bring your school backpacks to your worship service for a special blessing on students, teachers, and administrators.
Children entering kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to join us at this year's music camp, "We Like Sheep." The camp is July 30-August 3 from 9 a.m. until noon. Click to register.
Finding happiness in a world full of hardship challenges even those with the strongest faith. In "The Sacrament of Happy," author Lisa Harper has faced her share of difficulties, but still believes that happiness is a gift we can and should enjoy without shame.
Come join us for this one day study. During the day you will share laughter and gain insight to cultivating a happy life.
The FUMC Choirs and the Westwinds Brass Band present an annual patriotic concert to honor America and to salute its veterans. The concert is free and all are welcome. A hot dog and ice cream picnic will follow.
The city of ancient Corinth was much like our own modern-day cities: a melting pot of electrifying cultural experiences to be had, along with the myriad pitfalls of spiritual depravity. Still, Paul wrote to the church of God in Corinth. Meaning God’s church is meant to thrive in any city and every circumstance in which we find ourselves. Paul’s letter is as timely as ever. Click to register.
Begins Wednesday, June 6, 2018
Noon
Education Bldg. Rm. 205
The youth choir will present a spring concert on Sunday, May 21st in Bowman Chapel. We will sing selections from this past year and will feature vocal solos, duets, and instrumental solos from choir members. We will also recognize 2017 graduating senior, Jacob Nance.
This concert is in preparation for our spring choir mission tour to the Florence, Texas area.
