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Breakthrough Prayer
God, shift any stubborn no in me regarding the promises you offer so that through your power I may experience their yes in you. Amen.
| | In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, the church offices and building will be closed. This includes First Steps Preschool, Keystone Adult Day Program, and all church activities and meetings. We hope everyone enjoys the holiday weekend with family, friends, and loved ones, and we look forward to worshipping with you on Sunday! | | New Stephen Ministers Being Commissioned | | |
April 28th marked the completion of 17 weeks of Stephen Ministry training for ten enthusiastic souls representing four different congregations. The graduating class includes: Bill Alender, Leah Baker, Debbie Buchanan, Lynne Burchell, Donnie Macklin, Mary Murray, Teri Smith-Pearson, Alan Owen, Terry Pfeiffer, and Linda Triolo. We encourage you to congratulate these people for enduring 40+ hours of training and for their dedication to the Stephen Ministry program. They will be formally commissioned as new Stephen ministers this Pentecost Sunday, May 24, in the 11:00 a.m. Traditional Service.
| | Difficult Conversations with Author Matthew Boedy | | |
The Social Concerns Committee’s Difficult Conversations series on The Seven Mountains Mandate: Exposing the Dangerous Plan to Christianize America and Destroy Democracy by Matthew Boedy continues on Thursday, May 28. Author Matthew Boedy will be present to speak on the Seven Mountains Mandate and his book. This study will explore the history, theology, and political implications of the Seven Mountains Mandate movement and consider how Christians can thoughtfully engage faith, democracy, and public life. If you plan to attend, an RSVP is requested – please call the church office at 865-483-4357.
The gatherings are on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. on the following dates:
May 28 - Matthew Boedy, author, will present on the “mandates,” with Q & A. (Watch online)
June 4 - Conversation around the Seven Mountains
June 11 - Wrap-up and Conclusions
Also, if you missed the introduction discussion last night, you can watch it online here.
If you have questions or would like help obtaining the book, please contact Bruce Spangler, pottspangler@icloud.com.
| | Summer Shoppe Is Coming Soon! | | |
Summer Shoppe planning is in full swing, and we need your help!
This year, the Summer Shoppe will be held on Saturday, June 6, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon, with set up on June 5 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
This year's Summer Shoppe will be serving more than 50 families and 240+ individuals who need support with food and hygiene items. Our two biggest needs are financial support for purchasing the items and volunteers to help set up and distribute.
If you would like to be hands-on, we would love your help with set up and/or distribution! The setup includes sorting food items, organizing, and setting up rooms for hygiene, books, and toys. We would really like to have 10-12 volunteers to help with set up. On distribution day, we need people to staff each room, help load vehicles, and assist with breakdown after the event. Again, 10-12 volunteers would be greatly appreciated. To sign up for a volunteer slot, please fill out this volunteer form.
As we all know, food costs are rising. Your financial contributions in support of Shoppes are greatly appreciated. If you would like to make a financial donation to the Summer Shoppe, you can do so on the church website.
Thank you for being the hands and feet of Jesus, for loving your neighbors, and for feeding the hungry.
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Vacation Bible School is almost here! Participant registration is now open. You can follow the link below to register your child today.
Also, there are multiple ways to serve at VBS! If you are interested in volunteering to servce our children that week, please follow the volunteer sign-up below. Email Billy Price (bprice@fumcor.org) for any questions you may have.
| | June 14 Is Rainbow Sunday | | Rainbow Sunday is coming, and you’re invited to a day overflowing with joy, color, and courageous love. On June 14, we’ll celebrate the diversity of God’s creation, honoring the Christ who embraced outcasts, lifted the marginalized, and defied the boundaries of exclusion. The morning begins with a full breakfast at 8:45 in the Multipurpose Room, followed by one vibrant combined worship service at 11:00 in the Sanctuary, featuring the Equality Chorus, our Choir, and Contemporary Worship Band. Rev. Caryl Russell will bring a message of hope, justice, and belonging. Come shine with us; your presence makes the rainbow brighter. | | Ecumenical Storehouse Volunteer Opportunity | | Volunteers are needed in June for the Ecumenical Storehouse. In 2026, First Church is only responsible for providing volunteer leaders for one month. June is it! Volunteers are needed for warehouse and office duties on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings from 9:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon. No heavy lifting is required. For more information or to sign up, please call or text Barbara Hudak-Scheirer at 731-780-5689 or follow the link below. | | Corinthians Bible Study Continues | | A new Bible Study just began! Come join Pastor Ken every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. (room 207) or 6:00 p.m. (room 205) and learn more about Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. For more information, contact Pastor Ken (ksauer@fumcor.org). | | Opportunities to Enjoy Re-Creation | |
May Special Offering -
First Recovery
| | The May special offering will benefit the First Recovery ministry. First Recovery offers help, hope, and healing to individuals struggling with substance misuse disorder. Ministries like First Recovery show us how faith-based healing, recovery coaching, and peer encouragement can be transformative. They offer a blueprint of second chances rooted in spiritual care and human dignity. First Recovery is a vital and growing ministry that serves a significant need in our community. Your support is greatly appreciated! | |
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Worship for May 24
Pentecost Sunday
Scripture Readings:
1 Corinthians 12: 3b-13
Acts 2: 1-21
8:45 & 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship - Sanctuary
11:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship - Multipurpose Room
Preaching: Rev. Ken Sauer, Rev. Clair Sauer
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In the Hospital
None that we are aware of at this time.
Dismissed
Lee Garrott
Bill Kilday
Pat Ryan
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Offering 5-11-2026 through 5-17-2026: $49,785.82
2026 YTD Offering: $598,452
2025 YTD Offering: $576,081
May Special Offering (First Recovery): $2,695
Thank you to all of you who mailed in your financial gifts or continued to give online.
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