Posts by Alison Thomas
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…
Together We Are Stewardship Shirts
Available for a limited time Together We Are Stewardship 2024 T-shirts $10 each Available in unisex sizes for children and adults These shirts are Gildan Softstyle quality shirts. Place your order HERE until Monday September 18 2023. You can also order at the church on Sunday October 17 from 9:30am-11:00am in the atrium Shirts will be available for pick up at our Celebration Event on Sunday October 1. Please bring exact change or a check to pay for your purchase.
Stewardship: Together We Are
This month, we begin a special worship series that celebrates the ways by which God is working through all of us together for the good of our community. We have named this series “Together We Are . . .” and we pray you will make plans to be with us every Sunday this month. September 10: Together We Are More Than Sunday Morning September 17: Together We Are Light for the World September 24: Together We Are Hope for the…
Worship Series: Together We Are
Sunday September 10 2023 Together We Are…More Than Sunday Morning 1 Corinthians 3:9-16 Together we built a physical building, but it’s for more than just Sunday morning, just as we are made for more than just Sunday morning. We have Christ as our foundation. September 17 2023 Together We are…Light for the World Philippians 2:12-16 When we shine our light together, it lights up the dark places and times in our world. Our community partnerships and intentional care for…
Touching Lives in College
If you are the parent of a college student, we invite you to join us at Touching Lives in College (TLC). TLC is a ministry of FUMC Allen that reaches out to our college students while they are in school. We would love for you to participate! We send two care packages a year (fall and spring) and two notes with gift cards near exam time. As you get your student settled, please take a moment to click on the link…
Carillon Ringers Recruiting New Members
It is time to start planning a new season for the Carillon Ringers, FUMC Allen’s adult handbell ensemble. FUMC Allen’s new Director of Music Ministry, Mike List, has a special place in his heart for handbell choirs. And FUMC Allen has a long tradition with handbells, which he plans to continue. If you have rhythmic music reading skills and know how to ring handbells or want to learn, we have a place for you. Our plan is to start handbell…
Join A Fall Bible Study
Embark on a Journey of Spiritual Growth: Join A Fall Bible Study! 🌟 As the cooler weather of autumn welcomes us back into community, we see no better time to gather together and dive deep into the timeless wisdom of God’s Word. We are excited to invite you to our enriching Fall Bible Study sessions, where we will come together to explore, learn, and grow in our faith. 📖 Unlocking Treasures: The Bible is a treasure trove of guidance, comfort,…
Disciple I Classes Now Forming
DISCIPLE is a program of disciplined Bible study aimed at developing strong Christian leaders. The study gives the Old and New Testaments equal time, emphasizing the wholeness of the Bible as a revelation of God. DISCIPLE draws upon the work of scholars, the personal Bible reading and study of the participant, and dynamic group discussion to aid understanding of the Bible. The first study in the program is DISCIPLE: BECOMING DISCIPLES THROUGH BIBLE STUDY, a thirty-four week overview of the…
FUMC Allen Announces Staffing Updates
SPRC is delighted to announce two new additions to the FUMC Allen staff effective August 1, 2023. Addie Faille has been hired as Director of Children’s Ministry. Addie has been a member of FUMC Allen since February 2020. She was director of Joyful Noise children’s choir last year, served as music station leader for Vacation Bible School for the last two summers, is a founding member of The Village Sunday School class, sings in the Chancel Choir, and serves on the…
Worship Series: Let The Children Come
Jesus, however, called the children to himself and said, “Let the children come to me and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Luke 18:16 Worship Series: Let The Children Come Sunday August 6 & 13 8:30am & 11:00AM Sunday August 6 Communion Sunday Welcome to the Table Luke 14:1-14 Sunday August 13 All The Body Parts 1 Corinthians 12:27 Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is…