- All Ages Activites
Family Life
Family Life Ministry is an educational program designed to enable participants to grow healthy, happy relationships with one another by following the teachings and example of Jesus Christ. It is the goal of this ministry to provide individuals, families, and the entire church family with resources they need to thrive.
Opportunities in Family Life Ministry include worship, educational classes, service projects, and social events. Equipped with an understanding of membership in the family of Christ, people of all ages may make contributions to the family life of First United Methodist Church. We work together, play together, pray and learn together!
Opportunities in Family Life Ministry include worship, educational classes, service projects, and social events. Equipped with an understanding of membership in the family of Christ, people of all ages may make contributions to the family life of First United Methodist Church. We work together, play together, pray and learn together!
Bench Ministries
Bench Ministries exists to help people get more involved in fellowship and service at church. Recent activities include volunteering at the Interfaith Shelter and Vista Grande Villa and meeting just for fun. The group stays in touch when not able to meet in person. All persons ages 18-59 are welcome, especially those who are looking for ways to become more connected.
What a Wednesday (WAW)
WhataWednesday is our mid week gathering for food and rehearsals. Dinner starts at 5:30pm and the prices are:
Ages 14+ $7/per person
Ages 4-14 $4/per person
Ages 4 and under Free
If your immediate family consists of 4 or more members, there is a cap of $20.
Ages 14+ $7/per person
Ages 4-14 $4/per person
Ages 4 and under Free
If your immediate family consists of 4 or more members, there is a cap of $20.
Family Camp
Lake Michigan Camp and Retreat Center is located south of Pentwater on Lake Michigan. FUMC uses this camp in early August for this wonderful experience. It is a beautiful setting for learning, relaxing, sharing and being with family and friends of FUMC. The camp runs from Sunday afternoon to Saturday morning, but you may choose a shorter duration to meet your schedule.
Platform tents are available, as are cabins and camp sites for your own camping equipment. Picnic tables, electricity, water, campfire and bathroom facilities are at each campsite or nearby. A beautiful beach with volleyball, softball, tetherball, bicycles, kayaks, hiking trails, and other local attractions comprise the daytime activities. Evening gatherings include learning, singing, dance, capture the flag, a great race, or watching a movie.
Platform tents are available, as are cabins and camp sites for your own camping equipment. Picnic tables, electricity, water, campfire and bathroom facilities are at each campsite or nearby. A beautiful beach with volleyball, softball, tetherball, bicycles, kayaks, hiking trails, and other local attractions comprise the daytime activities. Evening gatherings include learning, singing, dance, capture the flag, a great race, or watching a movie.
wELLNESS TEAM
"The mission of the Wellness Team is to encourage, educate, equip members and the community to build and sustain healing ministries, and promote health in mind, body and spirit. Some of the ways we currently do this are through our Fresh Food Initiative on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month and by packing food bags for students at area schools.
Faith WaLk
Faith Walk happens on Wednesday mornings at 9:00am beginning at the Secretary of State entrance of Jackson Crossing Mall. Contact Deacon Greg to get on the notification list.
Monday Evening Prayer
Monday Evening Prayers meets at 7:30pm Mondays via Zoom to share prayers and support each other through life. Contact Deacon Greg for the Zoom info.