| Love Your Neighbor
Matthew 22:34–40
Neighbor-love is not sentiment or slogan; it's a way of life that becomes visible in concrete acts of attention, compassion, hospitality, justice, and care.
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 21st:
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:
“Breakfast for Dinner”
Tossed Salad
Fruit Salad
Scrambled Eggs
Hash brown cakes
“Those” Grits
Biscuits
Sausage Patties
Sausage Gravy
French Toast Casserole
Ice Cream w/ special breakfast toppings
Tea, Water, asst. Juices, Coffee
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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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Outside the Walls | Volunteers Needed October 29th
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Outside the Walls supports individuals transitioning back into the community after incarceration by connecting them with resources and encouragement.
First United Methodist Church is seeking eight volunteers to serve as greeters and table hosts at an upcoming community dinner.
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Volunteer Arrival: 4:00–4:30 p.m.
Location: McDonald Hughes Community Center
3101 MLK Jr. Blvd., Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Volunteers will welcome guests, help connect them with resources, and join them in conversation during dinner.
To volunteer or learn more, contact Gina Johnson at 205-310-3531.
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All Saints' Day | Sunday, November 1st |
Next Sunday, November 1, is All Saints' Day. All Saints' Day is an occasion to remember those in the Christian faith belonging to our congregation who died in the past year. As part of our 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. worship services in Traditions and the Bridge, we will remember the saints who have gone before us. Please join us for one of these special services.
Robert "Bob P. Lott, Anne McAliley Moman, Carolyn McCraken Zeanah, Joan Delores “JoDel” Edwards, Laura McMullen Farmer, Josephine “Josie” Ryba, Gerald (Jerry) Keith Eure, Steve Adlai Johnson, Doris Kizzire Townsend, June Orr Reese, Danny Clay Hartley, Alan Clark Davis, William Heflin Barton Jr., "Buzz", Jackie King Lord, Annette Neely Mills, Cathleen (Cathy) Sue Sorrell, William "Bill" Ivy Owen, Sr., Barbara Glover Tarwater
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The Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter’s MARV (Mobile Adoption Rescue Vehicle) will be at the church on November 1 from 2:30–4:00 p.m.
We’ll also be collecting donations for the shelter during the event.
More details coming soon!
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Thank You, Little Lambs Committee
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A special thank you to the Little Lambs Committee for their generous $40,000 donation to the church from the recent Little Lambs Sale. The committee has also made additional commitments to support our church community. Stay tuned for more details!
Special thanks to our Little Lambs Committee members:
Kristin Baldwin, Charlie Brown, Xandra Bush, Caroline Lassiter, Leah McCool, Janine McGee, Caroline Moon, Katie Porter, Kendra Powell, Kelly Pridgen, Allison Sherrill, Allison Thomas, Elizabeth Wright, Jennifer Wright
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You may notice that we’ve made more room in the Sanctuary for congregants with mobility needs. A pew just to the right of the pulpit has been removed to create additional accessible seating space.
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What's Happening This Week |
Wednesday 10/21 - Tuesday 10/27 |
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Wednesday 10/21:
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Yoga
Friday 10/23:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Step & Sculpt
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM Senior Fitness
Monday 10/26:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Interval Training
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Pickleball Open Play
Tuesday 10/27:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Total Body Conditioning
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Senior Fitness
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Wednesday 10/21:
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM Women's Small Group | Room 219
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Craft Circle
Monday 10/26:
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 10/27:
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM Men’s Bible Study led by former senior pastor, Ken Dunivant | Lee Classroom, First Floor
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Wednesday 10/21: Wednesday Waypoint
4:45 PM - 6:00 PM Dinner
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wednesday Waypoint Small Groups
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Sunday 10/25:
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 10/21:
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Choir Rehearsals
Tuesday 10/27:
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Bridge Band Rehearsals
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Monday 10/26:
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Nominating Committee
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| Mahjong for Memories: Play for a Purpose |
Join us for Mahjong for Memories on Wednesday, November 4 at 10:30 AM at Christ Episcopal Church in downtown Tuscaloosa. The event will begin with brunch followed by tournament play, all benefiting Connect, a local nonprofit respite care program supporting individuals living with dementia and their families.
The event is chaired by Julie Claytor, along with a wonderful committee of volunteers, and tournament play will be led by Magic of Mahjong.
To learn more about Connect’s weekly respite care program and caregiver support group, visit www.connectforjoy.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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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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October 11, 2026
In Memory of Annette Neely Mills
Given by Dena Prince
In Memory of Annette Neely Mills
Given by Laura and John Dishuck
for Hands of Christ
In Memory of Annette Neely Mills
Given by Linda and Rick Gibson
for Hands of Christ
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by Polly and Fred Morgan
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by Lynne Richardson
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by Ginger and Hugh Underwood
October 18, 2026
In Memory of Annette Neely Mills
Given by David Nelson
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by David Nelson
In Memory of William "Bill" Owen, Sr.
Given by Lynn DeLoach Gregory and family
for Matthew 25
In Memory of Dr. John Ratledge
Given by Lynn DeLoach Gregory and family
for the Music Ministry
In Memory of Dr. John Ratledge
Given by Eleanor Boykin
for the Music Ministry
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