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Midweek at First Church:Spring Session

Wednesdays, through May 14 | 5:00 - 7:00pm

Join us for a midweek breather each Wednesday through May 14. We’ll start by sharing

in a delicious meal made by our own Ruth’s Kitchen. Then we have activities for every

age. Kids and Students will spend time in the Activities Center and in their ministry areas.

Adults have their choice of two studies this session or Sanctuary Choir rehearsal. And

a nursery is available to those attending any activities. Come find your community on

Wednesday nights.


Fellowship Dinner

5:00 - 6:00pm | The Wright Place

From 5:00 to 6:00pm we’ll gather around the table with each other. The table is a place where strangers can become friends and friends can become family. This week’s menu is Spaghetti, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, and Chocolate Cake. Afterwards everyone is invited to participate in our age-level activities.


First Kids: Mid-Week (for Preschool–5th Grade)

5:50–7:00pm | Activities Center (Gym) & Education Building

This Wednesday evening program is a great time of fellowship and faith building for Preschoolers and Elementary kids. Each age group will have a devotion/story and play time while parents enjoy a class and fellowship with others


First Students: Mid-Week (6th–12th Grade)

6:00–7:00pm | Youth Building

All students, 6th to 12th Grade, are invited to the Youth Building following dinner for a time of fellowship, games, learning, and worship on Wednesday evenings.


Adult Studies (all ages)

This Spring Session, adults are invited to choose from our two studies below.


1) Pastor’s Lectionary Study

Led by Pastor Geoffrey & Pastor Emily

Wednesdays, through May 14 | The Wright Place, Great Hall

Developing a scriptural imagination is one of the marks of Christian maturity. Join Pastor Emily and Preacher G for a four-week study as we study Easter themes from the lectionary scripture passages for each week. All you need to bring is your Bible and an open mind and heart! The focus texts each week will be:


April 30: Acts 9:1-6, (7-20) Psalm 30, Revelation 5:11-14, John 21:1-19


2) What Does it Mean to Be Chosen? An Interactive Bible Study based on The Chosen TV Series

Facilitated by Hank Thompson

Wednesdays, through May 14 | Wright Place, 2nd Floor, Room 233

The Chosen is a multi-season series about the life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth. Primarily set in Judaea and Galilee in the 1st century, the series centers on Jesus and the people who met and followed him. Many who watch the series have seen the scriptures come alive and identified with Biblical characters in new ways. Participants will watch an episode of The Chosen each week (either on their own or at a designated time at church) and then together on Wednesdays study and discuss the scriptures portrayed on the screen. Come experience the Bible in a whole new way!

*Participant books are available in the church office for $10 each or purchase them yourself online.


Adult Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

Wednesdays | 6:00 - 7:30pm | Choir Room

Weekly rehearsals take place on Wednesday nights from 6:00 to 7:30pm. No experience is needed. The Adult Sanctuary Choir is open to all adults and sings on Sunday mornings alternating between the 8:30 and 11:00am Main Sanctuary worship services each week.


Nursery

5:30 - 7:00pm | Education Building

Nursery is available for infants up to 2 years old for parents attending class and choir practice. No registration required.

Safari VBS

June 2 - 6, 2025

Register at FUMCPensacola.com/VBS

Get ready for an unforgettable week of faith, fun, and friendship! Come grow in faith, make new friends, and experience the BEST week of summer! All kids (completed PreK – 5th) are invited to join the party from 9:00am – Noon each day for great lessons, games, crafts, worship, and missions. This year’s theme is African Safari!

Church Council Meeting

Monday, April 28 | 6:00pm | Wesley Abbey

The next meeting of the Church Council will be on Monday, April 28 at 6:00pm in Wesley Abbey. As always council members are expected to attend, but the meeting is open to the entire congregation.

Coffee with the Pastors

Sunday, May 4 | 9:45am | Consulate Café

All visitors interested in joining or knowing more about the church are invited to attend Coffee with the Pastors in two weeks at 9:45am in the Consulate Café! This small gathering is a great time to get to know one another, ask questions of the clergy, and find out more about the missions & ministries of First Church. Hope to see you there!

NEW STUDY: Stewards of Eden

Starting Sunday, May 4 |  9:45 - 10:45am | Consulate 2nd Floor, Room 209

The Intergenerational class will be studying “Stewards of Eden: What Scripture Says about the Environment and Why It Matters” and anyone is welcome to attend. This 7-week study considers the biblical mandate to care for the land, domestic and wild animals, and people on the margins. Contact Pamela Brown at pdb0072@gmail.com for more information.

The Great 50 Day Challenge

First Church is answering the call and taking the challenge again this year! We are asking all of our members to invite people to church during the Easter season and to help welcome fifty new people into the life of our church. We will have people joining starting on Easter Sunday, through Pentecost, on May 19. Contact Lacey Adair (LAdair@FUMCPensacola.com), Director of Membership with any questions and visit the church's website (FUMCPensacola.com/Membership) or the Church Office to fill out a membership form.

CONGREGATIONAL CARE

If you would like to add an announcement or purchase flowers, please contact: Ginger Raines at GRaines@FUMCPensacola.com


FLOWERS

You may place flowers in the Sanctuary in honor, celebration, or memory of someone. The arrangements are $65.00 each. Contact Ginger Raines to schedule.


April 27: The flowers in worship were given to the glory of God and in celebration of the marriage of Elisabeth Wright and Jack Carro on April 26, 2025. Elisabeth is the daughter of Joseph and Robin Wright.

SUNDAYS AT FIRST CHURCH

Three Weekly Worship Services

8:30 & 11:00am Traditional Services | Main Sanctuary

11:00am ICON Service (Contemporary) | Wesley Abbey


Online Worship

8:30, 11:00am, and ICON at 11:00am

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Nursery

8:30am – Noon | 1st Floor, Education Building

Available for Infant - 4 years old. Click HERE for more info.


Adult Sunday School

9:45 – 10:45am | Click HERE for more info.



First Students: Sunday School (6th to 12th grade)

9:45 – 10:45am | Youth Building


First Kids: Sunday School (Preschool to 5th Grade)

9:45 – 10:45am | Education Building


The Consulate Café

9:00 – 11:00am | The Consulate

WEDNESDAYS AT FIRST CHURCH

Spring Session: April 23 - May 14

Visit FUMCPensacola.com/WednesdayNights for more info.


Mid-Week Fellowship Dinner

5:00 - 7:00pm | The Wright Place


MENUS

April 30: Spaghetti, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, and Chocolate Cake

May 7: Beef Burrito Bake, Mexican Salad, and Dessert

May 14: Grilled Teriyaki Thighs, Fried Rice, Mixed Vegetables, and Dessert


First Kids: Mid-Week (for Preschool–5th Grade)

Wednesdays | 5:50 – 7:00pm | Gym, Education Building (Drop-Off In Gym)


First Students: Mid-Week (for 6th - 12th Grade)

Wednesdays | 6:00 – 7:00pm | Youth Building


Nursery

5:30 - 7:00pm | Education Building


Adult Choir Rehearsal

6:00 – 7:30pm | Choir Room


Pastor’s Lectionary Study

Led by Pastor Geoffrey & Pastor Emily

Wednesdays, April 23 – May 14 | 6:00 - 7:00pm

The Wright Place, Great Hall


What Does it Mean to Be Chosen? An Interactive Bible Study based on The Chosen TV Series

Facilitated by Hank Thompson

Wednesdays, April 23 – May 14 | 6:00 - 7:00pm

Wright Place, 2nd Floor, Room 233

*Participant books are available in the church office for $10 each or purchase online here.

DAILY READINGS

Commit this season to reading scripture each day. It's good practice. If you don’t already have a daily devotion, the scriptures below are designed to expand the range of biblical reading in worship and personal devotion. You can find them in the bulletin each week. The Daily Readings are taken from “The Daily Office Lectionary” in The Book of Common Prayer, Year 1. Read the Bible each week. It will be a blessing.


Week 2 of Easter: April 28 - May 3

Monday: Psalm 1, 2, 3; Dan. 1:1-21; 1 John 1:1-10; John 17:1-11

Tuesday: Psalm 5, 6; Dan. 2:1-16; 1 John 2:1-11; John 17:12-19  

Wednesday: Psalm 119:1-24; Dan. 2:17-30; 1 John 2:12-17; John 17:20-26   

Thursday Psalm 18:1-20; Dan. 2:31-49; 1 John 2:18-29; Luke 3:1-14 

Friday: Psalm 16, 17; Dan. 3:1-18;  1 John 3:1-10; Luke 3:15-22  

Saturday: Psalm 20, 21:1-7(8-14); Dan. 3:19-30; 1 John 3:11-18; Luke 4:1-13


Next Sunday's Scriptures (May 4):  Psalm 30; Acts 9:1-6 (7-20); Revelation 5:11-14; John 21:1-19

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Joyful, Joyful Campaign Update

The completion of the Joyful, Joyful Building Project is funded by the Joyful, Joyful Generosity Campaign. And none of it happens without your help.


We've had a great response to the Joyful, Joyful Generosity Campaign! Our most recent updated stated that we've had 183 households make a commitment to the campaign with $1.425 million pledged. This is surely something to celebrate and give thanks to God for, but we're not quite to our goal yet. If you can still help us meet our goal of $1.5 million (or even help us push beyond it) we would love to hear from you. There's a 'Make a Commitment' button below. Every gift matters regardless of the size. It's not about the quantity but the quality of the gift. Our goal is not equal gifts but equal sacrifice. It's important to remember that these gifts are to be given over the next three years (4 tax years). And that these commitments are meant to go above and beyond your regular giving to the church. If you would like more info on the Generosity Campaign, how to plan your gift, or the Building Project, visit FUMCPensacola.com/Joyful.

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