This Week in Worship

The Neighbor Who Wasn’t on the List

Matthew 22:1–14

The invitation to the banquet keeps moving outward. God continually disrupts our assumptions about who belongs, who is invited, and who we expect to find at the table.

The Bridge: Chitwood Hall at 9:00 a.m.

Traditions: The Sanctuary at 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday, October 7th

Dinner 4:45-6:00 PM

Kids (Under 12) $7

Adults $10

Family Max $30

Pay with Cash, Check, or Venmo

Dinner This Week:

Tossed Salad
Meatloaf
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Chicken Tenders
French Fries
Rolls
Ice Cream
Tea, Water, Lemonade, Coffee

We’re excited to welcome our newest members to the FUMCT family!

Be sure to give them a warm welcome the next time you see them.

Lindsay, Johnny and Margaret Garrison

Rachel Miranda Smith, welcomed as a new member by profession of faith.

This past Sunday, FUMCT was filled with wagging tails, happy faces, and a whole lot of love for our annual Blessing of the Animals!

We’re grateful to everyone who brought their beloved pets to join us for this special afternoon. Take a look at a few of our four-legged friends below!

We’re excited to celebrate the arrival of Eleanor Lillie Pugh, born August 3, 2026, to church members Joiner and Caroline Pugh. Eleanor is welcomed with lots of love by big brother Joiner and big sister Evie. Congratulations to the Pugh family!

It's Still Not Too Late!

If you haven’t yet returned your commitment card, please do so today!

You can pick up another card at the church office or you can submit online using the button below. You can drop off in the acrylic dropbox which will be located just outside of both services this Sunday.

Did You Know?

Did you know women didn’t always have a formal role in church leadership? For many years, women were the ones faithfully attending services, supporting ministries, and keeping church life moving, while men served as trustees, stewards, and decision-makers.

That began to change by the 1930s. In 1931, Mrs. H.H. Chapman became the first woman to serve as a steward at First Methodist Church, breaking a long-standing barrier and opening the door for more women to take part in church leadership.

And yes, we wish the history books had told us her first name!

Need a pastor or a visit? If you’re sick, in the hospital, in hospice care, caring for a loved one, or simply need someone to talk with, our pastors are here for you.

Email care@fumct.org to let us know how we can support you.

Visit our Congregational Care webpage to learn more.

Wednesday 10/7:

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Weight Room Circuit

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Yoga

Friday 10/9:

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Step & Sculpt

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM Senior Fitness

Tuesday 10/13:

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Total Body Conditioning

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Senior Fitness

Wednesday 10/7:

10:30 AM - 11:45 AM Women's Small Group | Room 219

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Craft Circle

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Women's Group - Awake

Monday 10/12:

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Inbetweeners Small Group | Fellowship, support, and Bible study for young adults who feel “in-between" life’s stages | Off Site

Tuesday 10/13:

7:00 AM - 7:45 AM Men’s Bible Study led by former senior pastor, Ken Dunivant | Lee Classroom, First Floor

9:45 AM - 11:30 AM UWF Faith and Friendship

Wednesday 10/7: Wednesday Waypoint

4:45 PM - 6:00 PM Dinner

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wednesday Waypoint Small Groups

Wednesday 10/7: 

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Youth Good Sports League

Sunday 10/11:

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Youth Ministry Sunday School

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Youth Ministry Sunday Night Service

Wednesday 10/7:

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Choir Rehearsals

Tuesday 10/13:

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Bridge Band Rehearsals

Tuesday 10/13:

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Finance Committee Meeting

Drop off donations October 5–9. Matthew 25 accepts clean, gently used adult clothing, shoes, and small household items during the first week of each month.

Please wash clothing, label bags by size and men’s/women’s, and pair shoes together. New socks and undergarments in original packaging are welcome.

We cannot accept children’s clothing, formal wear, swimwear, used undergarments, or damaged/unwashed items.

For furniture, large appliances, or oversized donations, contact Melissa Tuten at melissa@fumct.org before dropping them off.

Sunday, October 11 | 11:00 AM | Traditions

Join us as The University Singers lead us in worship during the 11:00 AM Traditions service.

The University Singers will then be presenting a free concert in our sanctuary that afternoon at 2:30 p.m. The concert is the next chapter of the Series, under the direction of Dr. Morgan Luttig. Among the music of the afternoon is a new hymn, “Our Music Will Endure,” from which the concert takes its name. Its title gives voice to what the Series exists to ensure: that music will continue to be made, that young musicians will continue to be given meaningful opportunities, and that the relationships formed through music will endure. The afternoon will also recognize the contributors whose generosity made the first performance, and everything that has followed, possible.

Calling all children and youth! Serving as an acolyte is an important way to take part in worship and help bring the light of Christ into the service and the world.

A special Acolyte Training will be held Sunday, October 18 at 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary.

Please RSVP by October 16 to nicole@fumct.org.

Orders for the Fall Meat Sale will be accepted October 12 through November 9.

Smoked Ham: $65
Boston Butt: $45
BBQ Sauce: $10

Payment may be made by cash, check made payable to FUMCT with “Meat Sale” on the memo line, or Venmo.

Orders will be available for pickup on Wednesday, November 18, just in time for Thanksgiving and the Alabama-Auburn game. Pickup time will be announced later.

To place an order or learn more, contact Lynne Richardson at 205-556-4951 or 205-242-9499.

All proceeds support local agencies serving women, children, and youth. Thank you for supporting UMW/UWF fundraising efforts!

Trunk or Treat: Reserve Your Spot!

It’s time to claim your parking spot for Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, October 28!

Dinner begins in Chitwood Hall at 5:00 p.m. Trunks should be set up and ready by 5:15 p.m. in the back playground parking lot, and trick-or-treating will take place from 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Want to decorate a trunk and join the fun? Email nicole@fumct.org to reserve your spot!

There’s more to discover in the Craft Room! In addition to yarn, thread, needles, project kits, and other craft supplies, you’ll find a variety of handmade and donated items for sale, along with local favorites like Richard Scott’s honey and Robertson’s BBQ sauce.

Best of all, proceeds from Craft Room sales are donated each year to local agencies serving women, children, and youth.

Come shop with us on Wednesdays from 1:00-4:00 PM, or contact Lynne Richardson at 205-242-9499 for more information.

Matthew 25 is collecting 2027 calendars to share through its ministry. If you receive free calendars in the mail that you don’t plan to use, please consider donating them instead of throwing them away.

Visit our Ways to Give page to see all the different ways you can give, including our online donations portal, Venmo, recurring gifts, and more.

Questions? Emails us at contact@fumct.org.

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