Annual Rummage Sale This Week!

Sale: Fri. 8/15 & Sat. 8/16 | Times and Details

Find your next treasure and support United Women in Faith ministries!

Coffee & Clergy

Sun. Aug 17 | 10:15-10:45 AM | Linder Patio

New to First Church? Join our pastors on the patio for a chat over coffee. No registration necessary, just meet us after service!

Children's & Youth Back To Music Meeting

Sun. 8/17 | 10 AM | The Cove | Questions? Contact Dana Zimbric

Parents and Kids: Come meet the music team and get the 2025/26 music schedule! Following the meeting we will have rehearsals for all ensembles.

Sunday Music Program Schedule | Register

• Primary Choir (K-5): 10-10:45 AM, Middle School Room (The Cove)
• Secondary Voices (Grades 5/6-12): 10-10:45 AM, Children's Choir Room (Lower Sanctuary)
• Youth Chimes (Grades 5-12): 11-11:45 AM, Children's Choir Room (Lower Sanctuary)

Affordable Housing Initiative

Community Conversation: Sun. 8/24 & 9/7 | 10:15 AM | Linder Hall & Zoom |

Join a guided discussion to shape the direction for affordable housing at our Mission Valley campus: Sign Up. If you can't join us, you can submit your feedback and stay updated through our new Affordable Housing Initiative webpage: fumcsd.org/our-church/about-us/affordable-housing-initiative

Become a Member of FUMCSD

In Person | Sun. Aug. 24 | 12:15-2 PM | RSVP by 8/20

Join our New Beginnings Membership Class to learn more about First Church and Methodism. Meet other incoming members, the pastors, staff and leaders.

Registration Now Open: Fall 2025 Masterwork Chorale

First rehearsal: Tues. Sept. 9 | 7:30-9PM | Sign Up by Aug. 26: Register

Join our community choir and perform in our Advent Choral Concert on Sat. Dec. 13. We’ll perform pieces by Joanna Forbes L’Estrange and Johann Sebastian Bach, as well as a medley of seasonal carols. Learn more: fumcsd.org/mwc

New Group: Page Turners

In Person | Sundays Sept. 7 - Dec. 14 | 10:30-11:30 AM | Join Group

Join this new group for lively conversation and reflections as you turn pages of insightful books ... and life! Two books are scheduled for the fall. Get book details and sign up for the group in Realm. Questions? Contact Karl Martin.

Perspectives Podcast

Our reimagined Pastor’s Bible Study

New episodes on Sundays

Listen Now

Convergence Group

Discuss Tapestry & Perspectives

Sun, 12 PM | Trotter Chapel

Join Us

Patreon for FUMCSD

Online discussion & content

Available 24/7 on Patreon Website & App

Connect With Others

Prayers of the People

Pray for church family

Weds, 9:30 AM | Zoom

Email Rev. Brittany

Heart of Christianity

Member-led book study

Sun, 11 AM | Zoom

Register

The Sack Lunches Group: Celebrating 1st Anniversary!

Join us: Sundays at 10 AM in Linder 3

Our faithful group of about 15 volunteers has been making 100 sack lunches each Sunday. That's about 5,000 meals for immigrants and homeless people. We are so grateful for the use of the church's facilities for this local mission project. We invite you to join us on Sundays. We have great conversations and are now fast friend!

 -Wendy Young and Beryl Flom, Co-Chairs

Become a Sunday School Volunteer

Approx. 1 Sunday/Month | 9:20-10 AM | Email Rev. Brittany

Help our kids grow their faith! Materials and lesson plans are provided so you get to focus on interacting with the kids. If you're interested, contact Rev. Brittany for dates and details.

Samaritan Store Donations

Help Restock Our Pantry | Bring Donations to Church Office

Here is what is currently needed: tuna (can or packets), soup, individual boxes of cereal, individual bags of chips, granola bars, men's underwear (M/L/XL), blankets, sleeping bags, and tarps. If donating canned foods, please look for pull tab tops.

FUMCSD Church Merch: August 2025 Discounts

Save 20% on your order Aug. 13-17 & 28-31

Strike up conversations in your neighborhood with First Church branded apparel and accessories! Order online at fumcsd.org/shop

We offer two styles of worship – attend one or both!

Infant-Pre-K childcare is available during both services.

Want to revisit a sermon? See our online Sermon Archive. 

Donate Altar Flowers

Recognize significant events in your family’s life! Bouquets are $65 each.

Contact Demmie Divine for available dates  

Kinder – 5th Grade: On Summer Break!

We invite our elementary school kids to worship in the Sanctuary with their families during the summer. Sunday School will resume in September.

6th – 12th Grade: Worship With Friends

Teens are invited to sit together in the Sanctuary every Sunday. Watch for special activities, events, & projects promoting community and spiritual growth for our teens!

Grades 4-12: Serve As an Acolyte

Sign up to assist in our Traditional Worship! Contact Demmie Divine.

Children’s Growing Center Has Openings!

Weekday programing for infants through Pre-K | Learn More

Our school is accepting students ages 0-5. Details are available at fumcsd.org/cgc or call 619-295-1915 to speak with school staff.

In Our Prayers: Check our website for updates on deaths, memorial services, and funerals.

Prayers & Squares Quilt Prep and Fellowship

1st Sat. & 3rd Thurs. | Aug. 21 | 9 AM - 12 PM | Linder 2

Help assemble prayer quilts. Learn more about our ministry and request a quilt for another person: visit us online.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group

3rd Thurs. | Aug. 21 | 11:30 AM – 1 PM | Linder Lounge | RSVP

If you’re a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s or Dementia, you’re invited to join us to connect with others who understand this unique struggle.

Would you like someone to talk to?

Our Stephen Ministers are ready to listen, care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support. You'll meet privately—by phone, video chat, or in person—for care and support. Contact Rev. Brittany for more information.

Church Office Hours

Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4 PM

Office closed Mon. Sept. 1 in observance of Labor Day.

Hosting an event? We have space available!

Contact David Patterson for details, including exclusive pricing.

As a First Church member, you can get exclusive deals on these wonderful spaces for your upcoming events. Whether it's a high school or family reunion, birthday celebration, or wedding anniversary, we’ve got the perfect space to bring your ideas to life.