The Winter 2026 Prevue is Here!

In this edition of the Prevue, Pastor Duane Carlisle invites us into 2026 with a “come and see” reflection that sets the tone for a year of welcome and deeper connection.

Inside, you’ll find an announcement about our new grant-funded website, an introduction to Family Ministry Team Member Milly Coolman, a heartfelt story that reminds us why community matters, and more!

First Sunday Brunch – March 1

The next First Sunday Brunch will be on Sunday, March 1. Join us for breakfast between services at 10:00 AM in the Activities Center.

Church members are welcome to assist with brunch through donation of food items or helping with clean up. Please use the sign up link below if you are interested in assisting. Please bring food by 9:45 AM and ensure it is nut free.

Thank you to all who are assisting with the First Sunday Brunch!

Lent at First Church: The Way

Lent is a season of reflection, and this year we journey together along The Way—inspired by the ancient practice of pilgrimage and the modern story told in The Way, set along the Camino de Santiago. Across centuries, people of faith have discovered that intentional journeys—on roads, paths, and even familiar sidewalks—can open us to deeper awareness, healing, and hope.

You don’t have to travel far to make a pilgrimage. This Lent, let’s walk The Way—together. To learn more about our Lenten journey and what to expect, visit our website.

Adult Education Class – The Way: Going Deeper

Dates: Sundays

Time: 10:00-10:50 AM

Location: First Church, Activity Center

You have seen the film and heard the messages in worship service. But there is more! How do you apply all of this to you personally and to your own spiritual growth? During Lent, the class will engage in the church-wide study of the film The Way. Inspired by passages of the Judeo-Christian scriptures that reveal journeys on the pathways of life, the film The Way follows a father's pilgrimage in honor of his late son on the Camino de Santiago trail in France and Spain. Drawing upon scripture, video clips, and personal experiences, we will use journal/discussion prompts to engage with and reflect upon the film's four central characters and their burdens of grief, exhaustion, anger, and fear countered by uplifting themes of redemption, spiritual renewal, friendship, and healing through Grace. 

We invite all adults to the Living Faithfully Thinking Critically class on Sunday mornings between 10 and 10:50 in the Activity Center. The class is for adults of all ages and meets year round with new, engaging subjects throughout. You are welcome to join us anytime! For more information contact Diana Hoke, hokediana@gmail.com.

Protecting Our Immigrant Neighbors Community Panel – Tuesday, March 3

Please join us for an important community conversation in partnership with Greater Lafayette Immigrant Allies and We All Belong Greater Lafayette.

Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Time: 6:30-8:00 PM

Location: First United Methodist Church

Come learn practical ways to support and protect our immigrant neighbors in this time. Refreshments and childcare provided.

All are welcome. We hope you’ll be part of the conversation.

Food Items Needed at Tippecanoe United Food Pantry

The Tippecanoe County United Food Pantry, operated by Church Women United, is in need of specific food items:

Canned items

• Fruits & Vegetables
• Tomatoes
• Beans
• Soup
• Pasta sauces

Boxed goods

• Cereal
• Macaroni & cheese
• Pasta
• Rice
• Crackers
• 
  

Peanut butter is also always appreciated.

Empty egg cartons are NOT needed by the Pantry at this time. However, your recycled plastic grocery bags can always be used.

Please place donations in the labeled baskets located in the Narthex (the First Church lobby). Since storage space is limited, we kindly ask that you donate only the items listed.

The address for monetary donations to the food pantry is:

Mary Alice Bauman

CYU Pantry Treasurer

3116 Sullivan St

West Lafayette, IN 47906



Please make checks payable to Tippecanoe Co. United Food Pantry, Inc.