Somebody Should Do Something Event – April 7

Date: Tuesday, April 7

Time: 6:30-8:00 PM

Location: First Church, Activity Center

Daniel Kelly, author of Somebody Should Do Something, will speak at First Church on Tuesday, April 7, from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Activity Center. The book focuses on the bridge between individual actions and systemic change, arguing that personal choices can trigger collective action.

Holy Week at First Church

Throughout Lent we have been walking The Way, inspired by the ancient pilgrimage of the Camino de Santiago—a sacred journey traveled by seekers for more than a thousand years.

Holy Week is the final leg of our spiritual pilgrimage and we invite you to walk these sacred steps with us.

To view the full Holy Week schedule, visit our website.

Easter Brunch – Sunday, April 5

Since Easter Brunch falls on Sunday, April 5, the same day we normally have First Sunday Brunch, the two will be combined and be served starting at

9:30 AM in the Activities Center. Therefore, we need helpers a bit earlier than usual:

• 2 Kitchen Assistants; 8:15-10:30 AM
• 2 Clean Up Assistants; 9:45-10:30 AM
• 2 Clean Up Assistants; 10:30-11:15 AM

Church members are also welcome to assist with brunch by donating food items. Please ensure that all food items are nut free.

Please use the sign up link below if you are interested in volunteering or donating.

Work with Us: Worship Technology Coordinator

First Church is seeking a part-time Worship Technology Coordinator to help support and oversee the technology that enhances our worship and outreach. View the job posting here.

To apply, please send a brief expression of interest or resume to Brianna Ginn (FUMC Staff Parish Relation Chair) at fumc.west.lafayette@gmail.com.

Monthly Euchre Fellowship – Wednesday, April 8

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, April 8. 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.

Adult Education Class – The Way: Going Deeper

Dates: Sundays during Lent season (except the first Sunday of each month)

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. 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 at hokediana@gmail.com.

Adult Education Class – Neurotheology

Dates: Sundays, April 12-June 14 (except the first Sunday of each month)

Time: 10:00-10:50 AM

Location: First Church, Activity Center

Beginning Sunday, April 12, this new adult education class will consider the topic Neurotheology, a multi-disciplinary field combining elements of science, theology, philosophy, and psychology to examine roles for the brain in feelings of spirituality and religiosity.

For more information, contact Diana Hoke at hokediana@gmail.com or Cary Mitchell at cmitchel@purdue.edu.

ACORN Players Partners with First Church

First Church is the base of operation for the ACORN Players, which features Inclusivity in play selection and casting. They practice in our basement and perform often in our sanctuary. The next performance is Radium Girls, on April 10-11 & 17 7:30 PM, and April 18 at 2:30 PM at First Church. Summer camp tryouts are in May. Cost $375. Donations appreciated!

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.