Back to School Supply Drive
First Church is collecting back-to-school supplies for Lowell Elementary School over the next few Sundays — bring items to the Narthex, and we’ll bless them together on Rally…
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New Member Class
We’re offering two new member classes this fall: Sunday, September 13, and Sunday, October 11, from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the 3rd floor conference room. Led…
Save the Date: Church Women’s Retreat
The women of First Church return to Indianola for a fall weekend retreat, October 16–18. Registration details coming soon. If you would like to help with planning:
📅 Upcoming Events & Sign-Ups
Worship, classes, concerts, and service opportunities — each event page includes its sign-up or registration link. Browse what’s coming up or view the full calendar.
Prayer Shawl Meeting
The Prayer Shawl Ministry gathers to knit, crochet, and pray together. This meeting is hybrid — gather in Room 301 or join by Zoom. Bring your current project;…
Rally Sunday Potluck Picnic
After worship on Rally Sunday, the fellowship continues in the Fellowship Hall with a potluck picnic hosted by Connecting Our Communities. Duuna’s kitchen will provide the mains; sides,…
IL 26-638 Presentation at Wallingford UMC
Hosted by Wallingford UMC
An important presentation on Initiative IL 26-638 is coming to Wallingford UMC this September. Their Reconciling Ministries Team is sponsoring a talk by Hands Off Washington about the…
It’s Too Darn Hot: Three Discussions on Climate Matters
Three Sunday mornings this fall, the Climate Justice and Adult Spirituality groups host conversations about what Mother Earth is telling us — each session 9:00–10:00 a.m. in Room…
🗓️ Every Week
Our standing Sunday rhythm — no sign-up needed, just come.
- Shared BreakfastSundays at 7:30 am · Fellowship Hall
- Centering PrayerSundays at 10:00 am · Room 302
- Sunday WorshipSundays at 10:30 am · Sanctuary
🤝 Groups & Gatherings
Ongoing communities that meet monthly — newcomers are always welcome.
Men’s Breakfast Group
The First Church Men's Breakfast Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month for good friends and good food. Join us at 9:00 a.m. in…
Women’s Group Lunch
The First Church Women’s Group gathers monthly for fellowship, conversation, and mutual support. It’s a bring-your-own lunch — pack a meal and join in. The group meets on…
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📣 Latest Announcements
Building Access Changes September 8
The locks on the exterior doors change Tuesday, September 8. Existing fob cards keep working; if you hold only a physical key, request a fob card.
Praying for Nepal: An Update from Katherine Parker
United Methodist missionary Katherine Parker, shares an update on the United Mission to Nepal’s response to devastating flooding near the Kathmandu Valley — and asks for our prayers.
Update on First Church Forward
Jim Schone, chair of the Administrative Board, traces how the First Church Forward team came together, what it recommended, and what happens next — beginning with the first…
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🌍 Minute for Mother Earth
This week’s minute from the Climate Justice Working Group, part of the Wake Up World climate series.
Minute for Mother Earth: The United Nations
This week’s Minute for Mother Earth kicks off the Wake Up World segment on who is going to save us, focusing on the United Nations and its Intergovernmental…