New Year’s Eve Party
A party with potluck appetizers, games and tasty
desserts is held at the church for families to celebrate
the new year.
Men’s Breakfast
This group of interested and hungry men meets the
2nd Saturday of every month at 8:00 am at a local
restaurant. Call the church office for location each
month.
Summer BBQ For Men
Annual activity happening in July.
United Methodist Women (UMW)
The UMW is a community of women whose purpose
is to know God and experience freedom as whole
persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative,
supportive fellowship and to expand concepts of
mission through participation in the global ministries
of the church.
Circles
Three active circles that are open to all women meet
monthly, September through June
• *Ada/Ruth Circle - first Thursday of the month at
9:30 am
• *New Beginnings Circle - the third Monday of the
month at 1:00 pm
• *Winners’ Circle - the second Thursday of the month
at 10:00 am
Reaching Out Ministries
We believe the Christ calls each of us into Ministry.
The church helps God’s people discover their own
gifts and how they can be used to glorify God. Many
of us discover opportunities for ministry in the needs
of our neighbors, co-workers, family and friends.
Missions Team
We support several programs in our local community
as well as in our world com
• Valley Outreach - volunteers serve periodically at
the local food shelf, assisting clients with shopping
and stocking shelves. Other volunteers fill backpacks
as part of the food shelf’s effort to provide healthy
snacks to needy families over the weekend.
•Local Elementary Schools - volunteers provide local
schools with reading, spelling and math help.
• Stillwater Highway Cleanup - an annual community
service project to clean up a designated area of
Stillwater
• Annual Christmas mission projects in greater Twin
Cities area
• Young Life of Stillwater - meals are provided for
the Junior and Senior High youth attending the Young
Life programs
Care Team
The Care Team is a sub-group of Welcoming who
reaches out to members and friends unable to fully
participate in the life of the church. Visits, phone calls,
transportation and correspondence ensure the ALL are
shown the love of God, even if they cannot travel to
church.
Connect
At First United Methodist we believe our
relationship with God can be a source of
deep and lasting happiness. As we respond
to Christ’s call for deeper commitment, we
begin to discover the presence and joy of
the Spirit every day in our lives.
Grief Support Team
A group of caring adults created so that no one has
to walk the path of grief alone. They listen, send
personalized cards and letters, provide grief-related
support materials and serve as a resource to call on in
times of loneliness.
Martha Group
We invite you to travel with us in this
adventure. Begin by joining us for Sunday worship. Then try one of our growth
groups or get involved in one of our ministries to the community, as a way of letting
God’s roots go down deeper into your life.
All are welcome to participate.
A dedicated group of people come together weekily
on Tuesday mornings to beautify the church and
visually represent God’s message throughout the
church buildings.
Welcoming Table
A dedicated resource expressly designed to welcome
new attendees, providing information, a warm smile
and a small gift for first time visitors.
If you have an interest in a particular
program or questions about what we offer,
don’t hesitate to call me at 651.439.1880.
> > > Linda Gesling Pastor
“Ask and it will be given to you
seek and you will find;
knock and the door will be opened to you.
For everyone who asks receives;
the one who seeks finds;
and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.”
Matthew 7: 7-8 NIV
813 West Myrtle Street
Stillwater Minnesota 55082
www.fumnstillwater.org 651-439-1880
Sunday morning worship at 10:00
Join us in this time for praising the living Christ. God
is active in our lives and in our world and worship is
one way we respond to God’s active love. Come and
join us in singing, praying and searching for God’s
Word.
Prayer
For the Christian, prayer is like breathing: Drawing
into our lives the life of God, and returning to God our
thanks, our praise, our needs and our joys. Prayer is a
vital part of our life together as God’s people.
Searching the Scriptures
The Bible contains God’s living Word for our lives.
By reading and studying the Scriptures, we share
Christ’s presence in our lives and encounter God.
The Lord’s Supper
We celebrate the sacrament of Holy Communion the
first Sunday of each month. As we share together the
bread and the cup, we believe God is working in us to
fill us with a Christ-like love. The United Methodist
Church practices open communion. All people who
sincerely desire to grow closer to God are welcome
and encouraged to share in this meal.
Music Ministry
Chancel Choir
The choir meets at 7:30 pm on Wednesday evenings,
except 2nd Wednesday, to prepare music for Sunday
worship. We welcome now voices!
Rivertown Ringers
The adult bell choir meets Wednesday evenings at
6:15 pm. We welcome newcomers to our group. It is
never too late to be a ringer.
Open Circle
Our contemporary worship group leads worship the
second Sunday of each month. Rehearsal is at 7:30
pm the Wednesday evening before the Sunday.
Sacred Movement
Sacred Movement is an expression of worship through
sacred dance. The group performs periodically.
Children’s Choir
The Children’s Choir performs periodically
throughout the year.
Junior Ringers
Youth Chime and Handbell choir meets Sunday
mornings after worship. Call the Church office for
rehearsal times.
Family Christmas Orchestra
The orchestra meets one hour before the first
Christmas Eve worship service. Open to all ages and
abilities! We play carols for the family and children’s
Christmas Eve Service each year. Practice begins one
hour before the service.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
A group of needle workers meets bi-weekly at 10:00
am on Wednesday, to knit or crochet shawls which are
given to anyone in need of comfort.
Centering Prayer
Centering prayer is a form of silent meditation
intended to open our hearts to the work of God. We
find that praying together helps! All interested people
meet in the sanctuary on Tuesday evenings from 6:30
to 7:00 pm.
Sunday Morning Adult Education
The Sonrise Adult Education class meets every
Sunday at 8:45 am in the Wesley Room. All interested
adults are invited to deepen their spiritual life by
discussing some of the basic questions of the Christian
faith and practice.
United Methodist Connection
For those wanting to know more about the United
Methodist Church, a short term discussion group is
scheduled periodically. Cal the church office for more
information.
Study Groups
Faith and spiritual life grow as we come together to
read, discuss and question. A variety of groups and
topics are offered throughout the year. Everyone is
invited to participate. Contact our office or check the
web site for further details.
Tuesday Bible Study
Tuesday Bible Study meets at the church every
Tuesday morning at 9:30 during the school year.
Come learn together.
A time and space deigned just for youth to get away
from day-to-day life and spend time with friends and
God.
Mission Trip
Children and Youth Ministries
Nursery Care
Infants and toddlers receive professional care during
Sunday morning worship. The nursery is located on
the lower level of the church. Please ask the ushers for
directions.
Sunday School
Spiritual Growth
Retreats
Sunday school is offered for three year olds through
High school on Sunday morning at 8:45. This is
an opportunity for the children and youth to learn
about the Bible and about the basic teachings of the
Christian faith.
Confirmation
We offer confirmation for middle school students
beginning in the fall of seventh grade. Over the
course of three years, youth study the Bible, questions
of faith and the church. The group meets each
Wednesday night, September through April, from 6:00
to 7:30.
Service Opportunities for Youth
Serving is a great way to connect with God, our
neighbors and our church family. Many opportunities
for volunteering are provided throughout the year.
Kids Club
Kids Club is a children’s activity group that meets
periodically on Wednesdays after the meal.
High School Coffee Group
This is an opportunity for high school students to
hang out and talk about life’s questions with the Youth
Director. Interested students meet Tuesday morning at
Starbucks near the Stillwater High School at 6:45 am.
Lock Ins
An all night party at the Church where we share
fellowship, food, fun and faith with youth in grades
7-12.
This is a summer opportunity for church youth, their
friends and adults to travel, serve, stretch and grow.
We have served in New Jersey, Pine Ridge Indian
Reservation, Chicago and Minneapolis.
Junior High Drop-In
Opportunities abound for the summer months. Check
out the camping brochures that are distributed in the
early spring of every year or call the church office for
more details.
Camping
Opportunities abound for the summer months. Check
out the camping brochures that are distributed in the
early spring of every year or call the church office for
more details.
Fellowship
Sunday morning fellowship hour
Sunday mornings at 11 am there is an opportunity
immediately after the Sunday morning worship
service for all to share time with each other.
Wednesday Fellowship Dinners
Wednesdays during the school year at 5:30 pm
everyone is invited to share a good home style dinner.
The cost is $5 per adult and $2 per child under 12 with
a maximum cost of $12 per family. No reservations
are required, just come!
Fiesta di Pasta
The Festa di Pasta is held annually on a Saturday
evening in October. It is a community outreach event
that promises an evening of fun, fellowship and
delicious food. Call the office for details.
Progressive Dinner
This is a social event for all adults in the Church
that occurs in the winter and provides a time to get
together and enjoy good food.
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