This Sunday, November 8th, we will have a short update on the SFUMC financial status at 12:20pm (following the 11:15am worship service) in the Sanctuary.
End-of-Year Giving Challenge
Every gift makes a difference as we work toward our goal of $600,000 for the Core Ministry/General Budget by December 31. Your generosity helps strengthen our ministries, support our mission, and ensure a vibrant future for Smyrna First UMC.
6:30m, C202. Want to learn more about the wonderful kindergarten program? Come hear about our phonics-based instruction and low student-teacher ratio classroom. Contact: jshod@smyrnafumc.org
ADVENT NIGHT
Sunday, November 15
4pm, Fellowship Hall.The Meaning of Chrismons. This is a craft night to make Chrismons (Christ monograms) to hang on our trees. Cost is $25 per household. For more info. Click Here.
ANGEL WISH TREE
November 15 - December 13
Tree will be located in the Welcome Center. Simply pull a tag and help make a wish come for someone in our community. This ministry is sponsored by the United Women in Faith.
If you would like to contribute financially: Click Here.
GIFTMART
December 2-5
Come find handcrafted items while supporting local missions. Sponsored by the UWF. Click Here for times.
HANDS ON CHRISTMAS
December 5
9am-1pm. Children's Craft Fair sponsored by the Children's Ministry. Event includes making crafts, Candy Cane Cafe, pictures with Santa and more!
A CALENDAR OF ADVENT EVENTS
November - December
For a quick look at the dates of our Advent offerings Click Here.
GIFT WRAP FUNDRAISER
Now - Nov. 1
This NEW fundraiser makes holiday wrapping AND shopping easy! UseThis Link to shop and share with family and friends! There are SO many great finds beyond “just” wrapping paper!
CHRISTMAS WREATH FUNDRAISER
Now - Nov. 1
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Shop gorgeous wreaths, swags, and garland. Ship to yourself to get a jump on your holiday decorating OR send directly to someone special as a gift!Click the link GiftItForward.comand use this code: GODSLIGA001
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
November 20
We're looking for 12 amazing volunteers to help make this event possible. Whether you're helping set up, welcoming families, or making sure everyone has a smooth shopping experience, your time and kindness will make a difference. Click Here for Details and to Sign-Up.
If you’ve missed any episodes of our intern Evie Hanover’s podcast, you can catch up using this link: On Purpose, With Purpose >.
Nov. 8 - Sunday School / Worship / Club 4/5 / Youth Band / Youth Orchestra / God's Light / Tomorrow's Promise
Nov. 9 - NoteAbles / Pickup Basketball
Nov. 10 - Bible Study for Moms / Trustees / Caregivers Support Group
Nov. 11 - Veteran's Day / Wednesday Bible Study / Recovery Groups / Music Rehearsals / The Call Bible Study / Wednesday Night Dinner / Youth Group
Nov. 12 - The Branches Study / JOY Luncheon / Recovery Groups/ Kindergarten Open House
Thank you for your generosity to God through Smyrna First! In addition to the above giving options, planned giving options such as stock donations, wire transfers, RQDs and more are gratefully accepted. Please contact your tax advisor to learn how these options may benefit