First United Methodist Church

Service Times

9am Contemporary | 11am Traditional

Hannah Closet 2024

Join us for our Hannah’s Closet Children’s Consignment Sale!

Held annually, Hannah’s Closet features children’s clothes, toys and goods for infants through 14 years old. Shoppers will find all types of clothing and shoes including swimwear, dance-wear, holiday clothing, and even costumes! Other items include baby equipment, furniture, toys, books and movies.

All of our sales proceeds support local organizations helping women and children. Click the link below to learn more about the sale and becoming a consignor!

Cookie Decorating Party

Come and join us this season for a delightful time filled with sprinkles, frosting, and all things sweet! You don’t have to be alone this season, we will save you a seat!

We invite you to come to decorate cookies that will be given out during our Christmas Eve services. This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy great conversations and fellowship while creating beautiful and delicious treats for our community.

To ensure we are prepared for your arrival, please register by December 19. This event is open to everyone, including our little elves!

Don’t forget to bring your festive aprons, as all decorating supplies will be provided. We can’t wait to see you there!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Services

Saturday, December 23

  • Lessons & Carols – 7pm, Sanctuary

Sunday, December 24

  • Contemporary – 10am, MFLC Gym
  • Family Service – 3pm, MFLC Gym
  • Lessons & Carols – 5pm, Sanctuary
  • Lessons & Carols – 7pm, Sanctuary

What to Expect!

Review the descriptions below to find a Christmas Eve service that fits your worship style.

Family “Candlelight” Service
Gather your family and join us for an interactive Christmas Eve service! We will sing, pray, and invite everyone to participate in the story of Christmas. To include our little ones, we will use glow sticks for “Candlelight” during this service.

Contemporary Candlelight Service
Enjoy contemporary Christmas and a special seasonal sermon. This service will end with candlelight.

Lessons & Carols Candlelight Service
Join us as we read the Christmas story in scripture, sing and hear familiar carols, listen to a brief message from a pastor, and end the gathering with candlelight and “Silent Night.”


Watch Online

All of our Christmas Eve Services will be live-streamed for you to watch online. Click the link below to watch online.

Finding Hope Worship Service

Wherever you are on your Spiritual journey, this Evening Worship Under The Stars is sure to make a positive impact. Find Hope, Encouragement, Comfort & Joy as you gather with others in the courtyard to experience this unique Advent service. It will change your perspective on Christmas!

This service includes our Studio 150 Dancers. The nursery will be available for parents with young children.

Festival Gloria 2023

Sunday, Dec. 3, 9 & 11am, Sanctuary

Our annual Christmas concert is a gift to our community to kick off the Advent Season. Bring your family and friends to hear our Christmas Festival Choir and professional orchestra as they present familiar Christmas carols after John Rutter’s “Gloria”.


Donate or Serve for the Musicians’ Breakfast

We have the privilege of hosting nearly 100 musicians for the presentation of Festival Gloria. To bless the singers and instrumentalists, we are providing breakfast to help keep them energized for the two worship services! We are requesting food donations for breakfast. Join us in making this special morning a gift to our church and community. Sign up at the link below.

Decorate the Church for Advent

Chrismon Tree: Sunday, Nov. 26, 12:15pm

Wreaths & Garland: Wednesday, Nov. 29, 10am

You’re invited to decorate the sanctuary and church campus! Bring your friends and family and join us as we spread holiday cheer and prepare for a wonderful season.


What are Chrismons?

Chrismons, meaning “Christ monograms,” traditionally are white and gold designs made from Christian symbols that signify Christ. Often displayed on an evergreen tree during the Christmas season, symbols such as stars, crosses, fish, crowns, and the alpha and omega remind us of Christ’s identity, his story, and of the Holy Trinity.

Studio 150 Dance: Under the Christmas Tree

Join us on December 9 as Studio 150 presents a MOVIE showcase, “Under The Christmas Tree.” Come and support our Studio 150, MSEE & TCA dancers! You will have a chance to walk the red carpet with your dancer before enjoying the pre-recorded performance with your family.  Tickets are $10.

Please note, this movie will not be posted on any social platform or website. It is a private viewing only. 

4 Pillars Counseling & Enrichment Center Sunday

4 Pillars Counseling & Enrichment Center Sunday is on November 19, 2023. Join us as we celebrate this ministry in worship at both 9am & 11am services. Here you will learn more about how the center serves our community and receive information about our licensed therapist. We hope to see you there!

Preschool and Connect Sunday

Join us at our 9am contemporary worship on Sunday, January 21 as we celebrate our TCA and MSEE Preschools. Following this service will be a Connect Sunday from 10-11am, which includes refreshments and fellowship in the Courtyard and Fellowship Hall.

We hope to see you on campus for this special Sunday!

VBS Preview Party: S’more Fun with Friends  

At this event, you can register first for VBS, enjoy camp snacks, inflatables, crafts, music, tie-dye, and go on a scavenger hunt. The whole family is invited for an afternoon of fun.

You don’t want to miss it!