| See the Image
Matthew 22:15–22
The coin bears Caesar’s image, but every person bears the image of God.
The Bridge: Chitwood Hall at 9:00 a.m.
Traditions: The Sanctuary at 11:00 a.m.
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| Coming up this Wednesday Night: |
Wednesday, October 14th
Dinner 4:45-6:00 PM
Kids (Under 12) $7
Adults $10
Family Max $30
Pay with Cash, Check, or Venmo
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Dinner This Week:
Tossed Salad
Chicken Salad
Spaghetti
Marinara
Meat Sauce
Steamed vegetable blend
Cheese Breadsticks
Ice Cream Bar
Tea, Water, Lenonade, Coffee
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A Special Visit from Big Al & the Crimsonettes |
Kiddie Kollege had some very special visitors last week! Big Al and a few Crimsonettes stopped by for a fun visit, and our kids loved getting to see them up close and snap a few photos.
Check out some of the fun below, and visit the Photo Gallery on our website to see even more pictures from their visit!
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Rooted & Rising Commitment Update
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Thank you for your generous response to Rooted & Rising and for the commitment cards you have returned.
So far, we have received 147 commitments totaling $1,126,050.
Last year, we received 101 pledges totaling $815,160.
If you have not yet turned in your commitment card, we would be grateful for your participation. You can make them online or complete them in the office.
Thank you for your faithfulness, your generosity, and your commitment to what God is doing here.
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Mission Spotlight: Challenge Farm |
Challenge Farm is one of the ministries supported through FUMCT’s mission efforts, helping provide care, education, and opportunity for children and families in Kenya.
We’re grateful for the ways our church family continues to support this important work. Take a moment to learn more about Challenge Farm, its mission, and the difference this ministry is making.
Visit our Missions page to read more about Challenge Farm and view the full update.
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What's Happening This Week |
Wednesday 10/14 - Tuesday 10/20 |
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Wednesday 10/14:
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Weight Room Circuit
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Yoga
Friday 10/16:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Step & Sculpt
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM Senior Fitness
Monday 10/19:
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Pickleball Open Play
Tuesday 10/20:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM 20/20/20
10:15 AM - 11:00 PM Senior Fitness
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Wednesday 10/14:
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM Women's Small Group | Room 219
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Craft Circle
Monday 10/19:
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 10/20:
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
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Wednesday 10/14: Wednesday Waypoint
4:45 PM - 6:00 PM Dinner
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wednesday Waypoint Small Groups
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Sunday 10/18:
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Youth Ministry Sunday School
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Youth Ministry Sunday Night Service
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Wednesday 10/14:
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Choir Rehearsals
Tuesday 10/20:
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Bridge Band Rehearsals
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No meetings scheduled this week
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Shine Your Light: Acolyte Training |
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.
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| Help Build Beds for Local Kids |
Join us for a Sleep in Heavenly Peace Bed Build on Saturday, November 7, from 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. at the Forest Lake United Methodist Church gym.
Volunteers will help build beds for children in our community who don’t have a bed of their own. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to help.
This event is sponsored by First United Methodist Church, Forest Lake United Methodist Church, and Trinity United Methodist Church.
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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!
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Trunk or Treat: Reserve Your Spot!
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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!
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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.
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| Matthew 25 is Collecting 2027 Calendars |
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.
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October 4, 2026
In Memory of Annette Neely Mills
Given by Tracie and William Roe
for Hands of Christ
In Memory of Annette Neely Mills
Given by University General Dentistry
for Hands of Christ
In Memory of Annette Neely Mills
Given by Holly and Richard Simmons
for Hands of Christ
In Memory of Annette Neely Mills
Given by Cathy and Tim Parker
for Hands of Christ
In Memory of Inez Whiddon
Given by Cathy and Tim Parker
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by Cathy and Tim Parker
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by Patricia Jessup
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by Carolyn Kahler
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by Frances Harris
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by Georgine and John Duckworth
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by Elaine and Ray Farabee
for Matthew 25
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