Posts from September 2023
Why Do People Give?
A devotional shared with us by Elizabeth Fairchild, FUMC Allen Financial & Membership Secretary Why? As I sit at my desk adding financial gifts and pledges, I pray blessings on the people that have given and I ponder many questions: Why do people give? Why do some people give so much? Why do some people give so little? Why do some people give so much with so little? Why do some people give so little with so much? Why do some…
Mailbox Theft Alert and New Mailing Address
Intentional Mailbox Damage and Theft Recently, our church experienced intentional damage to the campus mailbox. We were made aware that the intentional damage resulted in the theft of some of the incoming mail to the church. We were able to confirm the theft as a member of our congregation reported that a check that was sent on their behalf was cashed/deposited but not into FUMC Allen’s account. We are unable at this time to confirm how many other items this…
Volunteer Opportunity with English Conversation Class
The English Conversation Class that meets at FUMC Allen on Thursdays at 7:00pm is looking for conversation partners for the fall semester. As a conversation partner, you will lead the discussion with a small group of people who are looking for opportunities to practice and improve their English. Conversation partners do not need to teach or know education theory. This class is not ESL (English as a Second Language). Conversation partners simply listen, are hospitable, and ensure everyone is involved…