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Notice of Departure & Welcome
It is with mixed emotions that we announce Liz Noyes, Director of Finance, will be leaving us to embark on a new professional journey. Liz has been an integral part of our finance department for over 11 years. Her commitment and contributions have been invaluable, and she will be greatly missed by all of us.
Liz’s last day on staff was Tuesday, March 26, and we invite you to join us in expressing our heartfelt thanks for her years of service. For those who wish to extend their good wishes personally, thank you cards can be sent to her at 2231 DuPont Dr, Pensacola, FL 32503. We know she would appreciate hearing from the community she has served so faithfully.
We are also pleased to announce that Holly Houghton will be stepping into the role of Director of Finance. Holly comes to us with a wealth of experience in financial management and a deep commitment to First Church. We are confident in her abilities to lead our finance department and continue the excellent work that Liz has carried forward.
Please join us in wishing Liz all the best in her new endeavors and welcoming Holly to her new role. Thank you for your continued support and understanding during this transition period.
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Family Promise Training
Tuesday, April 2 | 5:30pm | The Wright Place, Great Hall
We are so excited to partner with Family Promise, one of First Church’s newest Mission Partners.Their vision is of a community in which every family has a home, a livelihood, and the chance to build a better future. Join us for a brief dinner & meeting as our next step in connection with Family Promise. This meeting will last 1 to 1.5 hours and you will learn more about this program and look for how God may be calling you to serve. Please rsvp to Lisa Bond (LBond@FUMCPensacola.com) by March 29th to reserve a boxed dinner and let us know if you need childcare.
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Wednesday Night Dinner
Wednesday, April 3 | 5:00 – 6:00pm | The Wright Place
Join us for dinner and fellowship with your church family! MENU: April 3 – Spaghetti Mac, Salad, Garlic Bread, Dessert. Dinner can be purchased for $10/adult, $4/child, with a max cost of $27/family. PLEASE NOTE: Dinner reservations are no longer required!
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New Mid-Week Semester
Starting Wednesday, April 3
You’re invited to join us on Wednesday nights as we kick-off our Spring semester of adult classes as well as programming for kids. We will start the night with a fellowship dinner from 5:00 – 6:00pm in The Wright Place. Classes for all ages will follow from 6:00 – 7:00pm.
Hope Is Here: Practices for Pursuing Justice and Beloved Community
Wednesdays | 6:00 – 7:00pm | The Wright Place, 2nd Floor, Room 203
Leader: Donell Seager
Being United Methodist Christians: Living a Life of Grace and Hope
Wednesdays | 6:00 – 7:00pm | The Wright Place, 2nd Floor, Room 233
Leader: David Saunders
Forging Forward in Faith: Uniquely You with Christ
Wednesdays | 6:00 – 7:00pm | The Wright Place, 2nd Floor, Room 206
Leader: Rev. Gary Morris
Click HERE for more info on classes.
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First Kids: Mid-Week
Wednesdays | 5:50–7:00pm | Gym, Education Building (Drop-Off In Gym)
This Wednesday evening program is a great time of fellowship and faith-building for Preschoolers and Elementary kids. Each age group will have a devotion/story and playtime while parents enjoy a class and fellowship with others.
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6th Grade Confirmation
& Combined 11:00am Service
Sunday, April 7 | 11:00am | Main Sanctuary
We invite our ICON family to join us in the Main Sanctuary to celebrate our 2024 confirmands at the 11:00am Main Sanctuary service. Please note that we will still have our 8:30am Main Sanctuary service.
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50-Forward: Celebrates Senior Week
April 8 - 12 | Click HERE to Register by April 4.
Join us for our week-long celebration complete with meals, outings, and events as we recognize 50-Forward Ministries at First United Methodist Church of Pensacola.
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The Great 50-Day Challenge
50 New Members in 50 Days
First Church is answering the call and taking the challenge again this year! We are asking all of our members to invite people to church during the season of Easter and to help welcome fifty new people into the life of our church. We will have people joining Easter Sunday, through Pentecost, on May 19. Join us at the next Coffee with the Pastors to learn more about First Church and visit the church's website or the Church Office to fill out a membership form. Contact Lacey Adair, Director of Membership with any questions.
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If you would like to add an announcement or purchase flowers please contact: Ginger Raines at GRaines@FUMCPensacola.com
NEW MEMBERS
Marsha Thames
Laura Huxtable (Caden)
Alison Davenport
Teresa Stewart
Hamilton Harper & Danny Andrews
Susan Tribo
Erin & Sam Kirk
Kyle & Anne Lindsey
Nancy & Shawn Hale
Tom Hood
Skylar & Matt Snyder (Sawyer)
Thomas Simmons
Daniel Childress
Dana & Eric Gross
Marion Yetman
CELEBRATIONS
Ellis Ann Lee, was born to David and Charlcey Lee on March 23, 2024. Proud grandparents are Rev. Gerald and Malia Shelton.
FLOWERS
You may place flowers in the Sanctuary in honor, celebration, or memory of someone. The arrangements are $65.00 each. Contact Ginger Raines to schedule.
March 31: Given In celebration of John and Betty Bracken’s 65th wedding anniversary on March 28th.
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Church Office Closed
Monday, April 1
The church office is closed for Easter Monday. The MCA will remain open.
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Serving the Hungry
8:00am - 1:00pm | Mrs. Barbara's Place
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Grand Monday Nights - Hosted by The Grand-Parenting Class
7:00pm | via Zoom | Zoom Registration
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50-Forward: Coffee with Friends
9:30 - 10:30am | Church Library
Prayer Shawl Ministry
10:00am | The Consulate, Room 101
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Family Promise Training
Tuesday, April 2 | 5:30pm | The Wright Place, Great Hall
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Dad’s Bible Study
7:30am | Aragon Café
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QIGONG/Tai Chi
$5/class | 10:00am - 11:00am | Franklin Building
Women at the Well
10:30am | Lower Sanctuary, Room 118
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KidConnect & Chilltime End of Semester Party
Wednesday, April 3 | 3:00 – 4:30pm | Bayview Park
Join us for our end-of-the-semester party! We will have pizza, Kona Ice, and playtime at Bayview park. Drop off at the picnic tables. RSVP to Lisa Bond (850-549-8967).
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Wednesday Night Dinner
5:00 – 6:00pm | The Wright Place
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Nursery
5:50–7:00pm | Education Building
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First Kids: Mid-Week
5:50–7:00pm | Gym, Education Building (Drop-Off In Gym)
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Hope Is Here: Practices for Pursuing Justice and Beloved Community
6:00 – 7:00pm | The Wright Place, 2nd Floor, Room 203
Being United Methodist Christians: Living a Life of Grace and Hope
6:00 – 7:00pm | The Wright Place, 2nd Floor, Room 233
Forging Forward in Faith: Uniquely You with Christ
6:00 – 7:00pm | The Wright Place, 2nd Floor, Room 206
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Mom’s Bible Study
8:15am | The Consulate Café
Serving the Hungry
8:00am - 1:00pm | Mrs. Barbara's Place
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QIGONG/Tai Chi
$5/class | 10:00am - 11:00am | Franklin Building
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Next Sunday, April 7
2nd Sunday of Easter
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Next Sunday's Scriptures: Psalm 133; Acts 4:32-35; 1 John 1:1-2:2; John 20:19-31 | |
6th Grade Confirmation
11:00am (combined) | Main Sanctuary | |
Nursery
8:30am - Noon | 1st Floor, Education Building
Available for Infant - 4 years old. Click HERE for more info. | |
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Adult Sunday School
9:45 - 10:45am
Click HERE for a full list of opportunities
First Students: Sunday School
9:45 – 10:45am | Youth Building
First Kids: Sunday School
9:45 – 10:45am | Education Building
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The Consulate Café
9:00 - 11:00am | The Consulate
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Missions Match Up
Thursday, April 11 | 5:30 - 7:30pm | The Consulate | FREE
Click HERE to Register
Join us for a unique opportunity to meet our 2024 Mission Partners and find your match! Our event will begin with dinner from Tijuana Flats and fellowship at 5:30pm. After dinner, you will have the chance to pick two mission partners to engage with and explore your next steps in ministry. Dinner is free (donations accepted).
Coffee with the Pastors
Sunday, April 14 | 9:45am | Consulate Cafe (white building on corner)
Coffee with the Pastors is a small gathering is a great time to get to know each other, ask questions of our clergy, and to find out more about the missions & ministries of First United Methodist Church of Pensacola. Contact Lacey Adair, Director of Membership for more information.
Youth Uniting - Combined Service
Sunday, April 14 | 4:00 – 6:00 pm | Youth Building
Join us for Youth United, a combined Youth Service Hosted by First Pensacola, St. Luke’s and Gulf Breeze UMC’s. It is Open to all Methodist Youth groups in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. We will enjoy a spaghetti dinner, games, music, and worship. RSVP’s to Geoff Cook (850) 516-9554 or gcook@fumcpensacola.com.
Church Council Meeting
Monday, April 15 | 6:00pm | Wesley Abbey
We encourage all council members to attend, and as always, the meeting is open to all members of the congregation.
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Commit this season to reading scripture each day. It's good practice. If you don’t already have a daily devotion, the scriptures below are designed to expand the range of biblical reading in worship and personal devotion. You can find them in the bulletin each week. The Daily Readings are taken from “The Daily Office Lectionary” in The Book of Common Prayer. Read the Bible each week. It will be a blessing.
Easter Week (Year 2)
Monday - Psalm 66; Exod. 12:14-27; 1 Cor. 15:1-11; Mark 16:1-8
Tuesday - Psalms 11, 114; Exod. 12:28-39; 1 Cor. 15:12-28; Mark 16:9-20
Wednesday - Psalm 115; Exod. 12:40-51; 1 Cor. 15:(29)30-41; Matt. 28:1-16
Thursday - Psalms 148, 149; Exod. 13:3-10; 1 Cor. 15:41-50; Matt. 28:16-20
Friday - Psalm 118; Exod. 13:1-2, 11-16; 1 Cor. 15:51-58; Luke 24:1-12
Saturday - Psalm 104; Exod 13:17--14:4; 2 Cor. 4:16--5:10; Mark 12:18-27
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