Greeters and Ushers

Sunday, February , 2026

NARTHEX:

Mike Hall

4TH AVENUE:

Bren Varner, Martha Williams

STATE STREET:

Betty Pope, Marie Kernodle

Our season of Lent begins on February 18 with Ash Wednesday.

• Imposition of Ashes (12p) First UMC sanctuary
• Imposition of Ashes (7p) First Presbyterian sanctuary

During the Wednesdays of Lent, February 25, March 4, 11, 18, & 25, we will gather each week at 12p for Midday Prayer together in our sanctuary.

"Give Up Something BAD for Lent"

Thursday mornings

February 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, & April 3

(10a) Library

Led by Rev. Jack Tookey

You may email:  JTookey2@wnccumc.net  or 

contact the church office to sign-up..

CPR, AED, and Tourniquet Training

Tuesday, March 3 (6p) Fellowship

Our Emergency Response Team and Security Team members are participating in CPR / AED / Tourniquet Training. As a courtesy to others who may be interested in participating, the event is open to church members. Planning to participate?

You may text, call, or email Lisa Bonnaure:

301-609-1780 or lisambonn@comcast.com

Evangelism & Hospitality Fellowship Meal

Sunday, March 15 (12p) Fellowship Hall

Mark your calendar! Opportunities to sign up are coming soon! A love offering will be accepted for the meal and is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support!



Menu: Country Style Steak & Gravy with sides

Chicken Nuggets with sides

Lenten Church-Wide Mission Project – Items requested for parents and babies in the NICU. 

Detailed lists with instructions are located at the back of the sanctuary and online Events & News section. Monetary donations are also appreciated. Make checks payable to: Breanna Tysinger and drop off at the church office. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Bre Cavender (336)250-7175 (Call or Text)

SPRING Small Groups

The Evangelism & Hospitality Team is sponsoring small groups for Spring 2026 to offer opportunities to encourage and promote fellowship among First UMC members. Participation is voluntary. The time and location for each class will be determined by the group leaders with input from the group. Classes will start March/April. In an effort to encourage participation from First UMC members, they will be accommodated first, and then the groups will be opened up to friends and community.

Crafting - Led by Terri Hawley - Up to 10 people

Learn to make beautiful crafts.

Chair Volleyball - Led by Lisa & Gil Bonnaure

Group Group Size: Open - ALL ages welcomed! - Play volleyball with a beachball while sitting in a chair.

Trains - Led by William Deal

Group Size: Open - Learn about trains and the history of trains

Pickleball – Led by Mike Niver

Group Size: Limit 8

Knitting – Led by Marsha Garwood

Group Size: Limit 8 - If anyone would like to donate gently used knitting needles, please contact Marsha Garwood.

Quilting – Led by Judy Deal (Morning & Evening) Group Size: Limit 4 in the morning & 4 in the evening

Chair Yoga - Led by Lauren Jackson

Game Group – Led by Karen Bias

Floral Design – Led by Sean Bishop

(Small fees for materials) Group Size: Limit 16

You may sign up using the insert in the upcoming Sunday's bulletin or contact Karen Bias:

(Call or Text) 828-838-2814 or

(Email) klbias@charter.net