Weekly News September 11, 2026

Worship at Tucker First - September 13

"Lessons in Leadership: Grace"

Rev. Owen Skinner, preaching

11:00 am Traditional Worship Sanctuary

16th Sunday after Pentecost

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Tucker First News and Events

Take Me Out to the Ballgame September 19!

Join us for a fun night at the ballpark as we cheer on the Gwinnett Stripers! We’ll take on the Indianapolis Indians on Saturday, September 19, at 6:05 pm. Tickets are $18 each, with children age 3 and under admitted free. Advanced parking vouchers are $6 ($9 at the gate). Reserve your tickets through Realm by clicking the graphic or by calling the church office at 770-938-3030. Children and youth must be accompanied by an adult. Ticket deadline is September 11! Special thanks to the Men’s Fellowship for coordinating this fun event. Grab your tickets and bring your family and friends for a great night of baseball, fellowship, and fun!

Calling All Veterans & Military Families!

A new Veterans Fellowship Group is forming at Tucker First! Join Rev. Paul Yeun on Wednesday,

September 23, following Wednesday Night Supper as we gather to dream, share ideas, and begin building a fellowship for veterans, active-duty military, and their families. We need all of you—not just a few good men and women—to help form the core of this new group! Come ready to share your ideas for making this fellowship fun, vibrant, meaningful, and beneficial for everyone. Whether you served recently or years ago, you are invited to be part of this exciting new ministry. Questions? Call or text Rev. Yeun at 717-360-1616.

Register Now for 2026 Great Day of Service - September 26!

Every year, Tucker First United Methodist Church sponsors a Great Day of Service for the Tucker Community as a day for giving back to our community through service to various local organizations.This event is open to everyone in the community, and we hope you’ll join us as we work together as a community of faith to make a difference here in Tucker. Invite your neighbors and co-workers!

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Help Fill a Care Kit!

Help us care for our unhoused neighbors through the Great Day of Service! We’re assembling Care kits that will be distributed throughout the community by the DeKalb Police Department.

Want to help? Simply click the Amazon Wish List link, choose an item to donate, and it will be delivered directly to the church. Thank you for helping us serve our neighbors with dignity and compassion!

Taste of Tucker Kids' Zone

Taste of Tucker is Saturday, October 3, from 1–6 PM at the Tucker Town Green behind Local 7! Tucker First UMC is teaming up with Embry Hills UMC to host the Kids’ Zone, filled with games, crafts, and fun for children of all ages. We need volunteers to help make the Kids’ Zone a success—sign up to serve! And don’t forget your furry friends! Pastors Owen and Jordan will offer a special Blessing of the Animals from 2–3 PM. Come enjoy the fun, lend a hand, and bring your beloved pet for a blessing! Questions? Contact Mimi Sanders at mimi_sanders@tfumc.org.