From Pastor Sara

Oh what fun it is to eat and play together!



Wow, what a fantastic way to kick off the new year! On Sunday, January 5, we gathered for a timeless United Methodist Pot Luck lunch that was nothing short of a feast fit for royalty! And let’s not forget those thrilling rounds of Bingo that had everyone on the edge of their seats! Huge shoutout to everyone who brought their tasty dishes and added to the Methodist Miracle of an abundance of scrumptious dishes—seriously, there was enough food to make even the hungriest folks go back for seconds, thirds ....!

A massive thank you to Eileen Hung for orchestrating the fabulous games and to Pam Kennedy for her stellar hospitality skills! We're buzzing with excitement for more fabulous events like this, so keep your eyes peeled on the weekly eblast—you won't want to miss out on the future events that’s coming your way!

We are absolutely thrilled to share that First Church is on the lookout for enthusiastic new members to join our dynamic and devoted team! If you have a love for singing and a heartfelt desire to enhance our worship services, we would love to have you consider this incredible opportunity. Imagine being part of a community where your voice can inspire, uplift, and connect with others in meaningful ways.

Why Join the Choir?

• Enhance Worship: Use your musical talents to enrich our services and inspire the congregation

• Community Fellowship: Connect with fellow church members who share your love for music

• Spiritual Growth: Deepen your faith through the ministry of music.

Details:

• Rehearsals: Thursdays from 1-2pm in the Sanctuary

No professional experience is necessary! Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting your musical journey, we warmly welcome individuals of all skill levels and seasonal members to come together and create beautiful harmonies. If you're interested in being part of this uplifting experience or if you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Dr. Karen Click by clicking the button below. We can't wait to share this joyful adventure with you as we raise our voices in praise and contribute to a glorious sound unto the Lord! Join us, and let's make music that resonates with joy and passion!

Next week we will start our new Sermon Series, "Extravagant Generosity." For God so loved the world ... he gave. Join us as we take a look at what Jesus taught about giving. Click the below picture to see a preview of the series.

Our white rose on the altar this Sunday is in memory of Richard "Dick" Evans who went to his heavenly home on January 7.

Every week, you can donate altar flowers for our Sunday worship and dedicate them to the memory of someone who was special to you or to honor someone who presently needs to be recognized! The cost is $40. Purchase and dedication can be arranged by signing up in the church lobby or by sending an email to Jaimie Dandridge at admin@fumcnaples.org. Then you can either pick up your flowers after church or donate them for us to take to organizations in our community, bringing a ray of sunshine to workers and volunteers.

Job Posting 

Part Time Bookkeeper/Accountant and Part Time Administrative Assistant positions have been posted on Indeed this week. These two 20 hr positions may be combined into a single full time position for a qualified applicant. 

Links to the postings can be found here: 

Bookkeeper

Administrative Assistant. 



Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for either of these positions. 

We are so grateful to Jaimie Dandridge who has been doing most of the Bookkeeper/ Accountant position remotely since  she moved to South Carolina in June. Unfortunately the needs of the church require more in-person coverage so we’ve decided to post these two positions. Jaimie is in the process of helping us transition to a new accounting and membership management system with ACS Technologies called Realm and is helping us close out our finances for 2024. She has also graciously offered to help train whomever we hire for these roles. We are very grateful to Jaimie for her faithful service to our church. 

Please be sure to let us know if you or a loved one are in the hospital so Pastors Sara or Scott can come visit and pray with you and your family.

We are always in prayer for our church family, those around the world living in poverty, our leaders, and our country. Please join us in prayer.

Prayer Requests

From our FUMC Church Family



Intercessory prayer is a blessing that God has given us to pray on behalf of others. If you have a prayer request for someone that we can pray for specifically or even if you have a private prayer that you do not want published below, just email us and we will pray for that person and that need privately: pastor@fumcnaples.org

• Family of Dick Evans (bereavement)
• Rob Pleban (member)
• Danielle (friend of MDS)
• Family of Susan Wessel (bereavement)
• Family of Sandra Hall (bereavement, sister of Judy Currier)
• Theresa Shaw (friend of Al & Thelma Johnson)
• Jeff Currier (member)
• Ted and Ann Baker (attenders)
• Bruce & Pam McDonnell (members)
• Jean Humphries (member)
• John Schloendorn (Church electrician and friend)
• Michael DiGaetono (friend of John Riccio)
• Ina Gassett (friend of Norine Tempelman)
• Joan & Dick White (friends of Judy Margrey)
• Jen Wolf
• Marcia Bowser (neighbor of the Parry's)
• Chris Grimshaw (member and husband of Christine Grimshaw)
• Evelyn Johnson (sister-in-law of Al Johnson)
• Rev. Flo Scott (attender)
• LeeAnne Merrifield (daughter of Jim Merrifield)
• Larry Croy (friend of Bill Parry)
• Baby Abby Joy and parents (family of Lisa Passeri)
• Family of Valya Staruchin, Januk, Orysia and family, Irina and family (three families of the Jaworsky's in Ukraine)
• Rosa Fogle (family of Thelma and Al Johnson)
• All the many unspoken requests and needs of our congregation and their loved ones.

Need to Reach Us? Here’s How!



We are available to you! Our church office is open Tuesday-Friday, 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. After hours, for pastoral emergencies, call the office and you will hear how to contact Pastor Scott who will respond to all pastoral emergencies. 

Call the church office: (239) 262-1033

Email us: admin@fumcnaples.org  or

Mail contributions to:

First United Methodist Church, 388 First Ave S, Naples FL 34102