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The mission of this church to create grace-filled environments where Jesus transforms lives
extends beyond the walls of the building to the Lubbock community in which we live.

Check out some of our service opportunities below and then
fill out an interest form and we can help you get connected!


Blessing Bayless Elementary

FUMC began a partnership with Bayless Elementary in 2013.
We love supporting the Bayless staff and students with our
prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness.

Kid’s Beach Club

VBS-style after-school program for 3rd-5th graders. 


In one hour, students meet in small groups, enjoy a snack, fun game, worship music and a lesson.

2023 dates:
Sep. 7, 14, 21, 28
Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26
Nov. 2, 9

Contact Leslie Moss to volunteer!
leslie@wendellinepapers.com

Hoodies & More for Bayless

October 8-22

Bring brand new hoodies, shoes of all youth sizes,
and/or gray non-fleece pants with drawstrings YS-YL
and drop off in blue collection bins around the church

Contact mspaulding@fumc.com


Food Outreach

Second Helpings

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday - 10:30 to 1:00

Serve a free meal to people
experiencing homelessness in our community

Sign Up Here

Community Thanksgiving

Every year, FUMC opens its doors to the community
for a Thanksgiving meal.

Saturday, November 11, 2023

Volunteer Sign-Ups
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
1:30 to 2:30 PM


Community Development

FUMC partners with Lubbock Habitat for Humanity
to provide resources and volunteers.

Helping Hands

A mission of FUMC partnered with Backyard Mission to
serve elderly homeowners in need of urgent repairs.

FUMC partners with Family Promise of Lubbock
to provide resources and volunteers.

FUMC partners with Love the Hub
to support families and individuals in Lubbock
experiencing temporary crisis through
financial support and direct engagement.

FUMC partners with Home Ministries
to support families and individuals in East Lubbock
and to work towards community development
one home at a time.