April 2019
Events
Apr 19, 2019
ROMEO (Retired Old Men Eating Out)
The ROMEOs invite all men seeking friendship and support through life’s changes to join them for breakfast each week at the breakfast buffet in the Hilton Garden Suites at Highway 75 (Central Expressway) and Bethany Drive at 8:00am. Contact George Moore or the church office at 972.727.8261 for more information.
Apr 19, 2019
Good Friday 2019
FUMC Allen will honor Good Friday with a worship service i on Friday, April 19, at 7:00pm in the sanctuary. We remember this final day of Holy Week with a Service of Darkness that features the Theodore DuBois oratorio, “The Seven Last Words of Christ.” This oratorio premiered on Good Friday 1867 at Église de la Madeleine in Paris under Dubois’ direction. In 2019, FUMC Allen’s Chancel Choir and orchestra presents this moving work under the direction of Rev. Rusty…
Apr 19, 2019
Good Friday Children’s Experience
Because our Good Friday service is typically a somber event, we offer our children an alternative Good Friday Children’s Experience in BaseCamp. We invite kindergarten-sixth graders to join us as we learn about the last few hours of Jesus life in a way that children can understand. Our nursery is open for children in pre-K and younger.
Apr 20, 2019
Upward Soccer Spring 2019
FUMC Allen is proud to host a recreational level of soccer where your athlete can learn the fundamentals of the game and grow both on and off the court. Upward Indoor Soccer is for boys and girls grades kindergarten through six. We’ll host an eight game season, which includes one game per week and end of season playoffs for players in grades 4-6. Games begin on Saturday March 23. All players must attend one evaluation session on either Monday, March…
Apr 20, 2019
APT G: A Place To Go
In 2006, the Special Kids Ministry Team at FUMC Allen identified a need for a community-based program for youth and young adults in the Allen area. This fun evening for our special needs youth (and a night out for their caretakers) is a free program for youth and young adults, grades 6 and older. For our 2018-2019 season, we’ve moved to a new space upstairs in the new youth area (Rooms CLC 206-211). 2018-2019 Schedule Sept 15 Talk Like a…
Apr 21, 2019
Easter Sunrise Service
JOIN US at Easter Sunrise Easter is a unique time for all of us, a time when we stop and think about how much God loves us and remember the great gift of Jesus’ resurrection. All are welcome to join us at Bethany Lakes Park at 6:30am to sing celebration music led by the DayBreak Choir and Band and share in the sacrament of Holy Communion. We look forward to sharing this special Easter tradition with you and your family.
Apr 21, 2019
Sunday Morning Nursery
Our nursery is a wonderful place for families to find care for their youngest members during worship and special events. Our nursery staff is background checked and trained in CPR and first aid. On Sunday mornings, we’ll share an age- appropriate Bible lesson. Nursery care is provided during all worship services (including holidays). We also have a private nursing space for moms and their little ones. We also offer a preschool Sunday school for children 2 years old through pre-Kindergarten. Children…
Apr 21, 2019
Easter Worship 2019
YOU ARE INVITED! Easter is a unique time for all of us, a time when we stop and think about how much God loves us and remember the great gift of Jesus’ resurrection. We look forward to sharing this Easter celebration with you and your family. Sunday school classes will not meet on Easter Sunday.The nursery is available for children ages 5 and younger. The Word How One Day Makes All the Difference1 Peter 1:3; Philippians 3:10-11Rev. Todd Harris, preaching…
Apr 21, 2019
Kindergarten – 5th Grade Sunday School
Each week, children learn about God’s love for them through Bible reading, drama, music, and puppets in BaseCamp located on the second floor of the children’s wing. Contact Children’s Director Mary Freeman for more information.
Apr 21, 2019
Special Kids Sunday School
a great place for children who need a little extra care. The Treehouse Room is a safe, friendly, understanding, flexible alternative to the Sunday school classroom for elementary age children with special needs. Our Special Kids Ministry focuses on creating a space for each child to learn that God loves them. Families can attend church or Sunday school while caring adults and youth spend quality time with their child who needs an accommodating environment or one-to-one assistance in attending an age-appropriate…
Apr 21, 2019
On Deck Sixth Grade Children’s Sunday School
Children in sixth grade have a class all their own, a class designed to start the Confirmation process. Our On Deck sixth graders participate in Sunday school, fellowship, and worship in the main sanctuary. The children are matched to a faith partner, an adult member of the church, who will walk with the student through the entire Confirmation process. Contact Children’s Director Mary Freeman for more information.
Apr 21, 2019
Confirmation
Confirmation refers to the decision a person makes to respond to God’s grace with intentional commitment, publicly reaffirming his or her baptismal vows before the congregation.
Apr 23, 2019
The Gospel of Mark
Women’s Bible StudyTuesdays, February 12 to Tuesday, May 7, 20199:30am-11:30am $15 Supply Fee Throughout his account, Mark unveils a Jesus of unparalleled power and authority but also a Jesus of humility and love. And while this Jesus invites each of us into a greater story through His teachings, He demands we come as active participants. We must acknowledge Him, seek salvation in Him, and follow Him wherever He leads. In The Gospel of Mark, you’ll follow Jesus through His days…
Apr 23, 2019
Catalyst Youth Praise Band
Each month, the Catalyst Youth Praise Band leads the music in our Sunday 8:15am Daybreak Service. If you enjoy contemporary music and are a youth singer or instrumentalist, please contact Music Minister Rusty King for more information and to schedule an audition.
Apr 23, 2019
WOW (Women of the Word)
This ladies’ group meets at a local restaurant each month, September-June, for fellowship and support. Beginning in January, they will meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Contact Susan Hale.
Apr 23, 2019
Resonate Praise Team Rehearsal
The Resonate Praise Team leads the music in worship at our Sunday 11:00 am Contemporary Worship Service. If you enjoy contemporary music and are an adult singer or instrumentalist, and would like to audition, contact Dawn Horton, the Resonate Praise Team Director for an audition. If you are accepted as a part of Resonate, you be expected to be at the Tuesday rehearsal and Sunday 11:00 worship.
Apr 24, 2019
Women’s Craft Group
This craft group is for all interested in making crafts. Join us for fun, good coffee, and fellowship! Contact Sarah Foerster 469.795.9353 for more information.
Apr 24, 2019
Men Talking
Men Talking is a group of retired men who meet over coffee and donuts every Wednesday at 10:00am in the parlor. This group discusses timely topics, hears an occasional speaker, shares life experiences, reflects on the wisdom gleaned from their past experiences, discovering where God is in their midst. Contact Marvin Breeze.
Apr 24, 2019
Wednesday Night Life
Wednesday Night Life (WNL) is our mid-week boost where we reconnect with our church family, study the Word, and just have fun.
Apr 24, 2019
Youth Wednesday Bible Study
Mid-week Bible Study encourages and fuels students in their relationship with God through scripture. During the school year, we focus on specific books of the Bible. During the summer, we give students a wide variety of religious and theological topics and faith practices.
Apr 24, 2019
Junior Youth Fellowship
Each Wednesday evening, we welcome our children in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade children to join us at Junior Youth Fellowship (JYF). JYF is a great way to get to know other children in our church family in a fun way. This program meets from September through May during the school year. In 2018, JYF will not meet on October 31, November 21, December 19, or December 26. 5:30-6:30pm (Optional) Dinner in Fellowship Hall (Kids eat free!) 6:30pm Meet in gym…
Apr 24, 2019
Wednesday Young Adult Fellowship
Join our young adults as we get together to have fun and build relationships on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. We’ve gone bowling, played Whirlyball, or just met up for coffee. Spring 2019 Calendar Sunday, January 6 Epiphany Party 7:00pm BaseCamp Wednesday January 16Bowling Pinstack, Allen Wednesday February 6Let’s Cook! FUMC Allen Wednesday February 2070s Night/ Painting with Bob Ross Wednesday March 6 Ash Wednesday- No Meeting Wednesday March 20Pub Trivia Plucker’s Allen Wednesday April 3Escape from…
Apr 24, 2019
Chancel Choir Rehearsal
The FUMC Allen Chancel Choir leads the music each week in our Sunday 9:30am traditional worship service. The choir presents a wide variety of styles and composers. If you sing in this group, you would help present major choral works at both Christmas and Easter as well as a Fall Gospel Concert. This group travels and you would have the opportunity to join them. In 2013, the group sang Brahm’s Requiem at Carnegie Hall and in June2018, the group sang…
Apr 24, 2019
Traditional Worship Orchestra Rehearsal
Our Traditional Worship Orchestra accompanies the congregation on hymns during our Sunday 9:30am Traditional Worship Service. On occasion, the orchestra also accompanies the choir or plays an instrumental piece. If you are an adult or a youth who shows competencies on their instrument, you can be considered for this group. Contact Music Minister Rusty King for more information.
Apr 24, 2019
Making the Bible Understandable, Interesting, and Useful (Part 2)
Wednesdays, January 9-May 8, 2019 Johnny Walker, facilitator Watch the New Testament come alive and finally make sense. At the end of class, participants will: Know how to explain simply the Bible story, and why it was written. Recognize the amazingly divine design, order, structure and pattern of the New Testament Scriptures. Have insight into the purpose and meaning of each book from Matthew to Revelation. Vastly increase their ability to read and understand the Scriptures. The best reference is…
Apr 24, 2019
Christianity and World Religion
Explore four major world religions with Adam Hamilton in this new study session that begins on Wednesday March 20.
Apr 24, 2019
Adam Hamilton’s Half Truths
Join Adam Hamilton in searching for the whole truth by comparing common Christian cliches to the message and ministry of Jesus on Wednesdays beginning March 20 at 6:30pm.
Apr 26, 2019
Connections Band Concert
Invite your friends and neighbors, coworkers and family to the newest Connections Show: Greatest Hits 2019, on Friday, April 26, at the Fairview Town Center 329 Town Place, Fairview, TX 75069. The show features songs gleaned from the 13 years the band has played together. The selections include audience favorites, which are also our favorites, and they are ones the band does very well! Titles include “Ramblin’ Man”, “Carry On, Wayward Son”, “25 or 6 to 4”, “Reelin’ in the…
Apr 27, 2019
Feed Your Neighbor
Our next opportunity to partner with the Islamic Association of Allen by serving side by side is coming up on Saturday, April 27. We’ll meet at 9:30am at the IAA (909 Allen Central Drive, Allen) to pack around 500 meals which include turkey sandwiches, water, fruit, and snack items. This project typically takes only an hour and anyone who can make a sandwich is welcome, roughly age 5 and up. If you come to work, just plan to pull your…
Apr 27, 2019
Senior Adult Game Night
This group meets every second and fourth Saturdays at 6:30pm in the parlor for fun, Christian fellowship, and a variety of games (Mexican train in particular). Contact Rev. Maxie Moore for more information.
Apr 28, 2019
Sunday Worship Services
FUMC allen offers three different styles of worship Daybreak Worship meets at 8:15am with a service that sets the tone for the day. The music is modern and upbeat with guitars and drum and a variety of music teams leading the worship experience. The message of Christ is authentically presented in a way that is relevant to your everyday life. The messages are meaningful and uplifting, often with a little humor thrown in. At 9:30am, our Traditional Worship features the great…
Apr 28, 2019
Daybreak Sunday Morning Class
These 50+ senior adults gather each week to study the bible and gain an understanding of scripture, apply it to daily life, and live this application out in the world.
Apr 28, 2019
Youth Sunday School
Bible truths are taught and integrated into our lives through discussion and study of scripture. Grade Level Classes for grades 7-12 are designed to challenge, equip, and engage students in their discipleship journey. Contact Youth Director Ed Whipple for more information.
Apr 28, 2019
Agape Sunday Morning Class
Married and single adults, ages 40-60, meet weekly to study God’s word and share His love. Most in this class have children in high school or older; however, all are welcome.
Apr 28, 2019
Ages of God Sunday Morning Class
Married and single adults, ages 30-50 on a journey through the Bible, searching for direction in life as they study together. They read the Bible to understand what it says, what it means, and how we should respond.
Apr 28, 2019
Bible 101 Sunday Morning Class
The Bible 101 Class is a group of 30-50 year old adults using a variety of studies, focusing on growing in their understanding of the Bible and the Christian faith. This group of couples focuses on issues faced in life and how the Bible relates to these issues
Apr 28, 2019
Genesis Sunday Morning Class
This group of age 40+ couples and singles varies its studies of the Bible to understand how the Bible speaks to issues such as relationships, family and other matters of daily life.
Apr 28, 2019
Golden Girls Sunday Morning Class
The Golden Girls study God’s word and its practical application for daily living as women in the world today.
Apr 28, 2019
Seekers Sunday Morning Class
The Seekers, adults in their 30s-50s focuses on building relationships while enjoying Christian fellowship. Married and single adults study the Bible to find guidance and strength in dealing with life experiences while living faithfully within their families, their work, and their community.
Apr 28, 2019
Sojourners Sunday Morning Class
This group of age 50+ lively seniors grows in Christ through scripture-based studies that usually last from 6 to 12 weeks. They are active in fellowship and service on a regular basis.
Apr 28, 2019
Wellspring Sunday Morning Class
While this class of age 25+ adults is mostly parents of children from birth to 6th grade, all are welcome to join. This class uses a variety of studies in order to grow as Christians.
Apr 28, 2019
Women Unplugged Sunday Morning Class
Women Unplugged, ages 30-70, gather to unplug from their daily routines and the general busy-ness of life to focus on God’s Word in the Bible and its practical application for daily living as a woman in the world today, while encouraging one another in their Christian journey.
Apr 28, 2019
Faith Builders Sunday Morning Class
This informal group meets each week to grow closer to God and closer to one another. While this class is made up mostly of parents of children from late elementary school through college, all are welcome to join.
Apr 28, 2019
Young Adult Sunday Morning Class
Our class for college-aged adults and young professionals tackles practical issues and God questions with plenty of insight and laughter along the way.
Apr 28, 2019
Cornerstone Sunday Morning Class
This lively group of married and single adults in their 30s-50s gathers for fellowship and Christian growth. Many have preschool to high school age children, though some have no children and some college and adult age children. Studies vary from books or parts of the Bible, to those that relate the Bible to various life issues.
Apr 28, 2019
Harmony Sunday Morning Class
This group of mostly retired senior adults enjoys fellowship as they discuss the Bible and the many aspects the Christian life. They study a variety of biblically related topics to help them grow in their Christian faith.
Apr 28, 2019
Journey Sunday Morning Class
Singles and couples have lively discussions about the Bible and living a life of faith, while supporting one another in the Christian life. This class frequently studies current Christian books as well as topics relevant to our faith.
Apr 28, 2019
New Beginnings Sunday Morning Class
This informal and lively class of age 50+ adults studies the Bible to relate it to life. Studies on a variety of topics usually last from 6 to 12 weeks. Many of the members of this class have adult children and grandchildren.
Apr 28, 2019
Tea and Thee Sunday Morning Class
Woman of all ages come together for scripture-based studies and stimulating discussions. We use our time together to guide us as we grow in our faith, all while enjoying a cup of tea! (Coffee acceptable).
Apr 28, 2019
Ringing 4 Jesus Children’s Bell Choir
Ringing 4 Jesus Children’s Bell Choir, grades 2-6, provides an opportunity for your child or grandchild to connect with other kids and create beautiful music with bells. The group performs frequently in Sunday worship services at FUMC Allen during the school year. They meet on Sundays during the school year from 2:00pm to 3:00pm in CLC 208. Contact Ringing 4 Jesus Director Kirsten Philipbar to learn more.
Apr 28, 2019
Daybreak Choir Rehearsal
The FUMC Allen Daybreak Choir leads the music the first Sunday each month at the 8:15am Daybreak worship service, singing a variety of contemporary songs. If you would like to sing with them, contact Rusty King.
Apr 28, 2019
In Beat With God Children’s Percussion Group
In Beat With God (IBWG) Children’s Percussion Group, grades 2-6, performs regularly in Sunday worship services at FUMC Allen. They meet for rehearsals on Sundays from 3:00pm to 4:00pm in the Upper Room Chapel. This group provides a unique opportunity for your child or grandchild to connect with other children in creating, learning and playing coordinated rhythm patterns. The group utilizes percussion instruments, such as bongos, hand drums, claves, tapping sticks, shakers, maracas, hand cymbals, and xylophones. Contact In Beat…
Apr 28, 2019
Project Praise Children’s Choir
The FUMC Allen Project Praise Children’s Choir, grades K-6, helps children connect with one another to nurture their understanding of God and equip them to worship. Project Praise sings frequently in our worship services and share their gifts with the elderly in assisted living and nursing facilities. Project Praise also performs a musical each year in May. In 2019, we will be presenting “Not Your Average Joe”, the classic Old Testament story of Joseph retold in the exuberant times and…
Apr 28, 2019
DARING Ministries Youth Choir
This talented group of 7th-12th grade youth provide inspirational music both in worship at FUMC Allen and beyond our walls on their annual DARING Ministries Choir Tour. The Daring Youth Choir sings nine Sundays a year in 8:15am and 9:30am Sunday worship sevices. The group prepares a Christian musical, such as Godspell or Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and takes it on tour in June of each year, performing in various locations throughout the U.S. If you can sing…
Apr 28, 2019
Youth Fellowship
Each week on Sunday, our youth come together to connect with one another and God. All sixth through twelfth grade students are welcome. Though fellowship, food, games, worship, and small group, we will examine a different topic that affects our lives. 5:00pm Snack Supper (bring $5) 5:30pm Worship 6:00pm Small Groups 6:30pm Games 7:00pm Departure
Apr 29, 2019
Bible Study: Messy People
God can turn your messy life into a masterpiece. This six-week Bible study for women combines study of Scripture with personal reflection, application, and prayer.
May 2, 2019
National Day of Prayer: Drive-Thru Prayer
On the National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 2, First United Methodist Church of Allen hosts a drive-thru prayer station at the church’s south entrance on from 7:00am-9:00am and 4:00pm-6:00pm.
May 3, 2019
Preschool Playgroup
Are you a parent of preschool age children? Join us in the nursery every Friday 10:00am– 11:00am for fellowship and fun. No need to sign up; just show up. Below is the Preschool Playgroup schedule for May-July 2019 May 3, 10, 17, 31 June 7, 14, 21, 28 July 12, 19 Contact Jenn Lunt for more information.