Greetings!

Final Call for Family Night! 

Don’t miss out. This Sunday is Family Night! We’re closing signups soon, so make sure your family is registered for this fun evening of fellowship, food, and activities. Click here to register: https://gxrd.subspla.sh/wf87rsn

Please note: regular Kids Ministry will not meet this Sunday night. Family Night will take its place, and we want all of our kids and families to join!

Formed for Freedom

As we prepare for worship this weekend, we are reminded that God gives us manna for today and Christ is the bread of life who sustains us. In every season, God provides what we need, both physically and spiritually. We invite you to join us in worship and at the Lord’s Table as we share in Holy Communion together.

Highlights this week:

10th Street Baptism Thursday 10/2 at 5:30pm

Kids Choir 5-5:30pm on Sunday

Youth Praise Team has moved to Wed night from 5-6pm

Family Night @ 5:30 on Sunday 10/5

Middle/High School Youth Group 5:30-7pm (6-12th)

Women's Ministry on Monday 10/6 @ 12:30

Surviving the Holidays on Tuesday 10/8 @ 4:30

Bring the whole crew. Kids Ministry families are invited to enjoy an evening filled with games, crafts, pumpkin decorating, and fall treats. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season together while building faith, friendship, and fun memories. We can’t wait to see you on Sunday, October 5th at 5:30pm in the Fellowship Hall.

Kids Choir

Sunday 5:00-5:30pm

Our Kids Choir is preparing for their Christmas musical coming this December. Rehearsals are on Sundays from 5:00–5:30pm. Kids will be auditioning for parts in the musical. Make sure your kids are at choir to learn about these roles and how they can share the story of Christmas in song! 

Get ready for a treat! We’re hosting Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 19, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM in the Arendell Street parking lot. This is a fun community event for all ages! Free Hotdogs for everyone! Dress up in your favorite costumes and bring a container to collect treats. Don't miss a chance to decorate your trunk and share the fun! Important: Please register online to save a parking space for your trunk decoration!

We can't wait to see you there for an evening of fun and festivities!

Our church nursery is open every Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. These little ones are already growing in community and have even started their very own small group! We’d love to care for your children while you worship.

Heart 2 Heart Ministries

We’re excited to welcome Jeff, Lisa, and Rebecca Harlow on Sunday, October 5th as they share about their ministries in India.


They will be introduced at all three worship services, and you’re invited to hear more during Adult Sunday School at 9:45am in the Stanley Harrell Classroom.

Heart2Heart Ministry India reaches out to the people of India to share with them the redemptive love and grace of Jesus Christ. Heart2Heart Ministry India is an ongoing ministry that is currently serving the city of Nabarangpur and other nearby cities in the state of Odisha, India. The ministry is reaching to serve over 50 plus villages. Heart2Heart Ministry has formed partnerships with over 30 plus village pastors. Heart2Heart shares and disciples village families, children, widows, and the disadvantaged the love of Jesus Christ. Heart2Heart is serious about fulfilling the mission of "One Heart sharing with another Heart the love of Jesus Christ."

Women's Ministry Monthly Meeting

All women are invited to join us for fellowship, encouragement, and learning! We meet the 1st Monday of each month in the Stanley Harrell Classroom.

Upcoming Gatherings:

• October 6 – Presentation about Watershed Ministry
• November 3 – Presentation about Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Come connect, grow, and be inspired. You are always welcome!

WaveRunners 2025-2026 Schedule

The WaveRunners are an energetic group of adults age 60+ who gather for worship, fellowship, and service opportunities. The name reflects both our coastal home and the vibrant spirit of this ministry. Our mission is to enrich the lives of older adults while celebrating the gifts, wisdom, and experiences they bring to the life of the church and the community. Register below to join us on our upcoming adventures, or contact Claudia Beamon at cgbeamon@gmail.com or 252-342-8580 for more information.

October 14th - Bath/Washington Tour and Lunch

This trip is FULL!

Tuesday, October 14th - Leaving at 8:00am. Day trip to tour two historic homes, visit the oldest church, and enjoy an exhibit. Stopping for lunch in Washington. Cost is $5.00.

Save the Dates:

November 19th - Chinese Lantern Festival

December (TBD) - Singing Tree in Fayetteville

December 11th - Mike's Farm

Coffee Crew Needs You!

With four services each Sunday, we go through a lot of coffee. We’re looking for teams to help with setup and cleanup in the Atrium and Fellowship Hall. You can be part of the crew that makes the coffee and helps clean up afterward. Want to serve? Join the Coffee Crew today!

Its All About Jesus!

Sewing Assistance Needed

The Christmas Shoe Box group would like to include homemade tote bags for the children to use for school supplies or personal items. We have sturdy fabric and patterns available. These will need to be collected by Sunday, November 9. If you would like to sew totes, please call Charlene Smith 252.342.8201 or Donna Bashford 252.626.8731.

Operation Christmas Child Packing Parties

Join us in the Loft for our OCC packing parties!

• Monday, November 11th from 4–7 PM
• Tuesday, November 12th from 9 AM–12 PM

Be on the lookout for more details soon!

Surviving the Holidays

October 7th @ 4:30 and October 19th @ 3:00pm

The holidays can be tough after the loss of a loved one. Join Pastor Patrick for GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays, a 2-hour seminar with video insights, a Holiday Survival Guide, and support from others who understand.

Sandra Ammons is a blood donor from New Bern, N.C. She explained she has been donating for more than 36 years. “It makes me feel good,” Sandra said. “I know I am going to save many lives and that my blood is going towards good use.” She recently donated at our annual Bear the Gift blood drive earlier this Summer, where she hit a major milestone! “I am up to 15 gallons! It’s hard to believe. I am so excited,” Sandra exclaimed. “I am so proud of myself and now I’m going for 16!”

As an O+ blood donor, Sandra has made it a goal to donate whenever she can, to help as many people as possible. “I am going to donate until they tell me I can’t give anymore, just like my father. He was my inspiration. He had gotten to 20-something gallons.” She said donating is easy and it’s great to help so many people. “It helps save lives. It really does,” Sandra said. “I know it will help people I don’t know, someone I do know. I have donated in honor of someone who had leukemia and needed blood, and I hoped my blood could help her and other people in need of blood too. I’ve seen my brother needing a unit of blood, and my mother needing a unit too.”

Blood is essential to help patients survive surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, traumatic injuries and other hospital procedures. For cancer patients, blood transfusions can act as a resource to implement platelets back into the body after heavy treatments such as chemo or radiation therapy. Sandra added, after each donation, she looks forward to getting notified by the American Red Cross where her blood donation went. “I have seen it go to so many places. It went to local hospitals, it’s gone to Durham, everywhere!” Through the Red Cross Blood Donor app, donors can follow their blood donation's journey every step of the way as it makes its way to a hospital to help patients in need.

Learn more about how you can become a blood donor and to schedule your appointment to donate blood at redcrossblood.org.

Missions Marketplace

Sunday, October 26th

Join us in the Loft on Sunday, October 26, from 9:30–11:30am for our Mission Marketplace! Explore the various missions that First Methodist supports and discover how you can get involved and make a difference.

We’re excited to invite you to our Fellowship Fish Fry at The Silos of Newport, prepared by Fat Fellas BBQ & Grille! This year brings something new...our kids choir will be singing for everyone to enjoy. Once again, we’ll also be accepting donations to support the Costa Rica Missions Trip, and your generosity truly makes a difference. Bring your family and friends for delicious food, fellowship, a special performance, and fun for the kids with the bouncy obstacle course. Register and donate online today. We can’t wait to see you there!

Directions: Follow US-70 W/Arendell St Slight right onto E Chatham St Turn right onto Market St Turn left onto Church St Turn right onto Little Deep Creek Road

Baptisms and New Members

Join us in celebrating new members and baptism during The Rise and Traditional worship services! We are thrilled to welcome Andrew, Victoria, and Sutton Swindell and Zoey Johnson into our church family.

Kids Sunday Nights

Our kids are learning Bible stories in a fun and interactive way! This past Sunday, they explored the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the Fiery Furnace (Daniel 3), discovering God’s protection and faithfulness through exciting activities and discussions. We love seeing their faith grow as they engage with God’s Word! 

Team Meals

We were blessed to provide the pregame meal for the WCHS football team today! Justin Phillips shared a devotion from Galatians 6:9, “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

A great reminder for the team and for all of us to keep pressing on with faith, perseverance, and purpose. Go Patriots!

National Night Out

On Thursday, October 10th, from 6–8pm, our Extended Table Ministry will be serving hotdogs at National Night Out in Morehead City. This is a wonderful opportunity to share food, fellowship, and Christ’s love with our community. Come join us and be part of this special evening!

We’re excited to invite you to be part of our annual FCA Golf Tournament—a fun-filled day of golf, fellowship, and impact to support the mission of Fellowship of Christian Athletes in our local community.

⛳ Event Details:

Date: Thursday, October 23

Location: Morehead City Country Club

Lunch & Registration: 12:00 PM

Shotgun Start: 1:00 PM

This tournament is one of our largest ministry events of the year. Your participation—as a golfer, team, or sponsor—directly helps us equip and encourage coaches and athletes to grow in their faith and leadership.

💼 Sponsorship Opportunities:

    •    Premier Sponsor – $2,500

Includes 3 teams of four golfers & business name listed on Premier Sponsor Banner

    •    Hall of Fame Sponsor – $1,000

Includes 1 team of four golfers & business name on Hall of Fame Sponsor Banner

    •    MVP Sponsor – $750

Includes 1 team of four golfers & business name on MVP Sponsor Banner

    •    Hole Sponsor – $150

Business name/logo displayed at one hole on the course

🏌️ Team Registration:

    •    $600 per team (includes 4 golfers, lunch, and a great day of play)

    •    Mulligan Packets available at the event for $20 (includes 1 mulligan & 1 red tee)

We would love to have you join us this year—whether by playing, sponsoring, or both! Your partnership helps us continue to reach student-athletes and coaches with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ.

Please reach out if you’re ready to register a team or become a sponsor. We’re happy to answer any questions or provide additional details.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to invest in the lives of coaches and athletes in our community!

ALTAR FLOWERS

You have the opportunity to place flowers on the altar in honor or in memory of a loved one. The following dates are available: Sept 28 and Nov 2.

This is a beautiful way to celebrate, remember, and give glory to God through the gift of flowers. To reserve a date, please contact Nancy Willis at contrails2@gmail.com.

MEMORIAL SERVICES

A Memorial service to honor Susan Norman Craver will be held at the church at 3 p.m., Sunday, October 12th. A private family inurnment will follow at the columbarium at the church.

A memorial service will be held for Nancy Detweiler on Saturday, October 18 at 10:00 AM here at the church. Come join us in praise as we celebrate her life and our Savior. 

Week of Oct 1 - Oct 8

1 Tiffany Rivenbark

2 Dave Aitken

2 Pamela Rush

2 Terrie Hutaff

2 Jeanne Webb

3 Nancy Aitken

3 Larry Starling

3 Beth Kirk

3 Phillip Fisher

3 Mary Carlyle Brown

3 Marjie Hollowell

3 Pat McLaughlin

3 Chris Higgs

3 Owen Gillikin

4 Sarah Kate Willis

4 Parker Henry

4 Hadley Starling

4 Latham Everhart

5 Bob Buttermore

5 Tom Outlaw

5 Kimberly Smith

7 Patricia Terry

7 Allison Graham

7 Hunter Newman

8 Ann Hill

8 James Matthews

8 Michael Webster

Adult Sunday School Classes

We are excited to welcome new members to our Adult Sunday School Classes! Classes are open throughout the year and meet at 9:45am on the second floor of the atrium building. To find the classes, simply use the stairs or elevator and follow the hallway to the office reception area. From there, take the hallway to the left and you will find the following Sunday school classes in the order listed below:

Classroom 1 - Faith and Life: Fletcher Poulk

Library - Jackie Eure Class: Vivian Forehand

Classroom 3 - Buck Matthews Class: Diane Hardee and Ken Bobbitt

Classroom 4 - Stanley Harrell Class: Stanley Harrell

Large Conf Room - Bible Study Class: Thor & Kay Coole

We hope you will join us for a time of learning and fellowship!

Crystal Coast Al-Anon Family Group

Meets on Mondays at 6 pm

Stanley Harrell Room

2025 Red Cross Blood Drives

9:00am-3:00pm in the Fellowship Hall

October 20th

December 29th