THIS SUNDAY AT FIRST CHURCH
We look forward to Pastor Rob's sermon as he continues our sermon series, Table Manners, focusing on our core values with his sermon, Radical Hospitality. We hope you'll also join us at 10 am this Sunday to help pack up care kits. Find out more about that event below!
Join us in person or stream our services online! You can sign in electronically with our connect form or using Realm Connect, no matter how you join us.
Download the Realm Connect app from the iTunes app store or on Google Play and request to join to set up your account!
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Watch all of our most recent sermons on our website.
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1ST QUARTER TOWN HALL
Sunday, February 19 | 10:00 am
Join us for the first of our quarterly meetings for 2023. Pastor Rob will be sharing insights from his Cottage Meetings that were held shortly after his arrival last fall. Topics will also include church structure and strategic planning for 2023.
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ONE SERVICE SUNDAY ALERT
Sunday, February 26 | 10:00 am
Join us for our annual Ash Wednesday service as we mark the beginning of the Lenten season for 2023. If you have not previously attended an Ash Wednesday service, this is a reflective service aimed at connecting you with God. Ashes are placed on our foreheads in the shape of a cross as a symbol of our faith and our practice as we prepare for Lent.
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CARE-KITS FOR YOUNG ADULTS
Sunday, January 29 | 10:00 am
The Congregational Care team is inviting everyone to participate in a service project for young adults connected to the church. Join us in packing care kits between services THIS SUNDAY. This will be a great time of simple service and fellowship while munching on breakfast goodies. Contact Pastor Nikki with any questions.
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SOUP'ER BOWL/CHILI COOK-OFF
Sunday, February 12 | 12:00 pm
Do you have an awesome chili recipe? Do you love football? Do you like food/eating with others? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then make sure you’ve got this event on your calendar. Join us for a time of fun and fellowship that is loosely about the big game happening that night. We will also have a baked potato bar supplied by the church. Prizes will be awarded to Best Chili and Fan Favorite.
Enter the chili cook-off here OR sign up at the Welcome Center on Sunday. Once you sign up, you will receive instructions about the contest. The deadline to enter is Feb. 5. Contact Tammy Althouse or call 260.925.0885 with any questions.
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UN-DECK THE HALLS
Sunday, February 05 | 12:00 pm
It’s that time of year again when all of the decorations and lights have to come down to make way for a new season. This would be an enormous task for one person, so we invite you to join us after our 10:45 service. Food will provided for all who can help.
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- For those with health concerns: Shirley Fore, Andrea Bowser's mother, Marty Hissong, Bill Vetter, and Alaina Ring
- Continued prayers for Steve Brill, Brian Webb, Bob Zimmerman, Sharon Hummer, Jim Stahl, Keith Crowl's mother-Judy, Jedd Copenhaver, John Denmark, Kay-friend of Barb Metelko, Chad Carper, Michael Parker, Andrew Crowl, Mandy Brown, Sharon Zimmerman, Bill Kobiela, Lorna Mavis, and Linn Aldrich
Post your requests on our new prayer wall here, or email Prayer@auburnumc.church.
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CONNECT WITH US ON REALM
Have you signed up for your Realm account yet? Visit our Realm page to request access! With Realm you will find easy ways to stay up to date on Church news and events, connect with others, give online, view your giving history, keep track of your pledge, and much more! Contact Lindsey Miller with any questions.
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEALS
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Other Things to Know:
- Streams of our Sunday morning worship services are available on YouTube and our website beginning at 8:45 and 10:45 am.
- Every now and then we send out a mailing to the whole congregation. Click here to opt-out, update your info, or add yourself or someone else to our mailing list.
- Has it been a while since you've updated your information with the church office? It's easy to forget to let us know when you move or your number changes. Simply send an email to office@auburnumc.church to let us know OR update the information using your Realm account.
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Did you know that First UMC hosts a blood drive on the first Tuesday of every month in Fellowship Hall? You can sign-up for an appointment time right here!
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COMMUNICATE
Need to communicate to the whole congregation? Communication Request forms can be found in the office or online here. Contact Lindsey Miller by email or at 260.925.0885 with any questions.
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CONNECT
Want to get connected or need more information about our ministries? Stop by the Welcome Center on Sunday or contact the church office. You can reach us by email or phone at 260.925.0885.
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