Daylight Savings Begins Sunday, March 8

Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour before bed on Sunday, March 8. We “spring ahead,” so you may lose an hour of sleep—but gain more evening daylight!

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.

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

During Lent, the Living Faithfully Thinking Critically class will engage in the church-wide study of the film The Way.

We invite all adults join us on Sunday mornings from 10:00-10:50 AM 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.

Join Us for Chair Yoga – Tuesdays, March 3 & 17

Dates: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays; March 2026

Time: 5:45-6:30 PM

Location: First Church, Activity Center

Mark your calendars! The next Chair Yoga sessions are Tuesday, March 3, and Tuesday, March 17. Join Diane Dahlgren as she guides you through a gentle chair yoga practice. No mat is needed, simply come in comfortable clothes that allow you to move, and arrive between 5:30-5:40 PM to get your chair set up and settled in. 

For more information contact Diana Hoke, hokediana@gmail.com.

Monthly Euchre Fellowship – Wednesday, March 11

Dates: Second Wednesday of each month

Time: 5:45-8:30 PM

Location: First Church, Narthex

Join us for Monthly Euchre Fellowship on the second Wednesday evening of each month. Our next gathering is Wednesday, March 11. The time has changed to 5:45-8:30 PM. Anyone who attends or has supported First Church and/or its missions is invited.

Please contact Jeanne Norberg at jnorberg@purdue.edu to be added to the e-vite list. RSVP's are requested.

The League of Women Voters' of Greater Lafayette Town Hall – Saturday, March 7

Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026

Time: 2:00-4:00 PM

Location: First United Methodist Church

The League of Women Voters of Greater Lafayette will hold a Town Hall to discuss local taxes. Property taxes were reduced last year, cutting funds to local schools, libraries, public safety and more. A bill pending before the Statehouse this year would create an income tax to offset the reduced property tax.

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.