BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fumcfw.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T120000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250826T195152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T192733Z UID:10034339-1758445200-1758456000@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:UMW Sunday DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 21\, 2025\n9:00 am – 12:30 pm | During the Gathering and Traditional Worship\nCelebrate in the Gathering and Traditional worship services.\nInformation tables in the garden area.\n\nWhat is UMW?\nUnited Methodist Women is a large denominational faith organization committed to the service and support of women\, youth\, and children in need within our community and church. They give countless hours of volunteer service to various organizations and financial support as well. Most importantly\, we are a community of women who develop authentic and supportive friendships. UMW is one large organization and also has smaller groups\, or “Circles.” for members to belong. No matter your personality\, age\, stage of life or schedule\, there is a Circle for you! The isolation of our busy modern lives has led many\, even those who know many people\, to be lonely. Because we were created by God to be in community with Him and with others\, being part of a community is as important as food\, water and shelter to our mental and physical health. This year\, our UMW will be focused on Community: friendship\, faith and service. Our hope is for every woman to be in community where she has authentic friendships\, people who are there for her family\, grow our faith together and serve one another and those in need\, together. We hope that you if you do not have that kind of Community\, you will join us on UMW Sunday to learn more about what it means to be in authentic community with others and how UMW can help you find yours.The UMW women will be in the garden with information between and after services. So please join us for children’s activities\, information about UMW\, treats and the chance to find the Circle that’s right for you.You may also find more information all year long on our webpage fumcfw.org/umw and on our social media channels @umwfumcfw. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/umw-sunday25/ LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 800 W 5th St\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/UMW-Sunday25_EV.jpg GEO:32.7522505;-97.33655 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 800 W 5th St Fort Worth TX 76102 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 W 5th St:geo:-97.33655,32.7522505 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250921 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251013 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250903T152648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T152648Z UID:10034163-1758412800-1760313599@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:UMCOR Flood Bucket Collection DESCRIPTION:September 21 – October 12\nMonday – Thursday | 8:30 am – 5:00 pm\nFriday | 8:30 am – 3:00 pm\nSaturday | Closed\nSunday | 8:30 am – 12:30 pm\nWesley Hall\nAt present\, there are enough flood buckets available in Central Texas. However\, we anticipate a need to replenish supplies as recovery continues. The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) assists victims of disasters all over the world. UMCOR collects hygiene\, school\, and cleaning kits for distribution within the United States. These supplies enable people to begin the overwhelming job of cleaning up after a flood or hurricane. \nBuckets and supplies will be collected from September 21 –  October 12 for the United Methodist Relief-Supply Warehouses across the United States. \nImportant notes\n• All items must be new with the exception of the bucket and lid.\n• All cleaning agents must be liquid form. No powders are accepted.\n• If items have been omitted\, label bucket. Please indicate which items are missing.\n• Sponges have been removed from the list of supplies due to the challenge of locating the non-cellulose sponges that prevent mildew. Non-cellulose sponges will be added to each bucket upon arrival at the affiliate warehouse.\n• Do not include any personal notes\, money or additional material in the kits.\n• Contents of kits or the containers of kits should not be imprinted with cartoon characters\, advertisements\, religious\, patriotic\, military or camouflage symbols. \nGoal: Prepare 500 Emergency Response Buckets. \n•Rev. Brenda is working with the conference office to take a team to assist in the cleanup process. If you are interested in participating\, please send an email to Rev. Brenda Brooks-Alexander \n  \nTo streamline the process\, materials needed have been distributed by last name:\nA\, S\, & T\n\nOne 5-gallon bucket with resealable lid (14.35” h x 12.19” w x 12.19” d)\nNo screw lids\n\n\n\n\nMay be used\, but must be free from all residual product.\nAdvertisements on the outside are acceptable.\n\n\n\nB & C\n\nOne 32-64 oz. bottle liquid laundry detergent\n\nD & E\n\nOne 16-40 oz. bottle liquid concentrate household cleaner\no No spray cleaners\n\nF\, G\, & H\n\nOne 16-34 oz. bottle dish soap\nFive N95 particulate respirator dust masks (1-3 mm thickness)\no No surgical masks\n\nI\, J\, & K\n\nOne 4-8 oz. pump spray air freshener\nTwo pairs kitchen gloves\no Durable for multiple uses\no Remove from packaging\n\nL & M\n\nOne 6-14 oz. pump spray insect repellent (pack of 10-20 wipes also acceptable)\no Pump spray bottles must have protective covers\nOne pair work gloves\no Cotton with leather palm or all leather\n\nN\, O\, & P\n\nOne scrub brush\no With or without handle\n18 re-useable cleaning wipes\no No terrycloth\, microfiber or paper towels\no Remove from packaging\n\nQ\, R\, U\, & V\n\nFive scouring pads\no No stainless-steel pads with soap in them\no Remove from packaging\n36-50 clothespins\nOne 50-100 ft. clothesline (cotton or plastic line)\n\nW\, X\, Y\, & Z\n\n24 roll of heavy-duty trash bags (33-45-gallon sizes)\no Remove from packaging URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/umcor-collection/ LOCATION:Wesley Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/UMCOR-Flood-Buckets-Collection_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T121500 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250825T183719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T151104Z UID:10034351-1757840400-1757852100@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Give in the Garden DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 14\, 2025\n9:00 am – 12:15 pm | Garden\nFUMC’s three Mission Partner Non-Profit Organizations invite you to learn more about the vital services they provide to our community and congregants. \nGive in the Garden will be a special opportunity to connect with:\nDementia Friendly Fort Worth\nFirst Street Mission\nMethodist Justice Ministry \nCome engage with staff and volunteers\, discover the impact of their work\, and explore ways you can get involved. \nEarly giving for North Texas Giving Day will be open\, and team members will be on-site to assist you in scheduling your donation. \nContact:\nGail Snider | gsnider@dementiafriendlyfw.org | 817-332-6266\nBernie Scheffler | bscheffler@firststreetmission.org | 817-335-6080\nYajaera Chatterson | ychatterson@myfumc.org | 817-339-2407 URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/garden25/ LOCATION:Garden\, W. 5th Street\, Fort Worth\, 76102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Give-in-the-Garden25_no-amg_EV.jpg GEO:32.75208;-97.336356 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Garden W. 5th Street Fort Worth 76102 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=W. 5th Street:geo:-97.336356,32.75208 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250914 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250919 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250702T194824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T151220Z UID:10034159-1757808000-1758239999@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Give Kids the World Mission Trip DESCRIPTION:September 14 – 18\, 2025\nKissimmee\, Florida\nRegistration Required by August 20\, 2025\n$800 | $200 non-refundable deposit\nLooking to Experience SERVE First beyond the walls…\nJoin us in this exciting time of serving children with critical illnesses and their families in a whimsical\, storybook village. \nGive Kids The World Village on September 14-18! \nVolunteers are the heart and soul of the Give Kids the World Village. Volunteers contribute their time and talent\, helping to create priceless memories for children with critical illnesses and their families during magical weeklong wish vacations in our whimsical\, storybook Village. \n\nRegister\nRegistration is now closed. \n  URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/world25/ LOCATION:Kissimmee\, Florida\, Kissimmee\, FL\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Give-Kids-the-World_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250804T145214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T150804Z UID:10034061-1757586600-1757595600@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Wesleyan Adventurers Informational Meeting DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, September 11\, 2025\n10:30 am – 1:00 pm | Wesley Hall\n$15 donation for lunch\nRegistration required\nWE’RE BACK!!\nJoin us for a delicious lunch and informational meeting. We will have a calendar for you about all the exciting adventures we have planned for you!\nBring games to play after lunch. \nWhat is Wesleyan Adventurers?\nIt is not a Sunday school class and it is open to all people. This group is for persons that are 60 and above but they will be quick to tell you if you think this means you must be old to join their fun\, think again. This group bridges a whole generation of men and women who are young at heart and act anything but their age. The adults in this ministry are fun-loving\, energetic\, and full of life. They are adventurous\, so truly the name fits them. They want to go and do and be active. Not only do they seek new adventures\, they are also looking for new adventurers to join them! Come on September 11 to learn more. \nContact: Rev. Phyllis Barren | 817-339-5082 \n\nEvents Coming Up \n\n\nSeptember 11 – Informational Meeting\, Lunch & Games\nOctober 13 – 17 – Branson Fall Getaway\, departing from the church at 8:00 am\nNovember 13 – Thanksgiving Dinner for lunch 10:30 am\nDecember 13 – Meyerson Symphony Center\, departing the church at noon\nJanuary 8 – Movie Day with Lunch\, movie starts at 10:30\, lunch at noon\nFebruary 12 – Valentine’s Concert and Lunch\, chapel concert begins at 11:00 am\, lunch at noon\nMarch 12 – Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington\, TX\, and Lunch 9:30 am – 2:30 pm\nApril – Texas Rangers Excursion – date TBA\nMay 14 – Service Day and Lunch\, 10:30 am – 1:00 pm\n\n  \nRegister\n\n\n \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Names of people attending*Press the "+" to the right to add more names Add RemoveHow many lunches are you purchasing? Quantity*\n \n \n Price:\n $15.00\n \n \n Quantity \n Contact Email*\n \n Contact Phone*Total\n \n Credit Card\n \n Cardholder Name\n \n \n Card Details\n \n Billing Address \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/wesleyan-adventurers-informational-meeting/ LOCATION:Wesley Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Wesleyan-Adventurers-Inforation-Meeting25_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T080000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250828T141845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T142609Z UID:10034395-1757487600-1757491200@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Christian Men's Breakfast DESCRIPTION:The First Wednesday of Each Month\n7:00 – 8:00 am | Martin House Brewing Company | 220 S Sylvania Ave Ste 209\, 76111\nLed by Rev. Lance Marshall\nThis breakfast event hosted by First Church will help men strengthen their faith\, family\, and careers. Senior Pastor Lance Marshall will lead us as we focus on the real-world challenges and opportunities that men of faith face every day. Doors open at 6:45 am and the event will end promptly at 8:00 am\, but feel free to arrive and leave at whatever time your schedule permits. Some want to get to know men like them and spend time focusing on issues in their lives of faith\, family\, and careers. Others are just invited by friends and have no connection to our church. \n\nContact: Rev. Lance Marshall URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/mens-breakfast1/ LOCATION:Martin House Brewing Company\, 220 S Sylvania Ave Ste 209\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76111\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Christian-Mens-Breakfast22_EV.jpg GEO:32.7637603;-97.3099765 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Martin House Brewing Company 220 S Sylvania Ave Ste 209 Fort Worth TX 76111 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=220 S Sylvania Ave Ste 209:geo:-97.3099765,32.7637603 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T193000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250408T171049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T171105Z UID:10033917-1757269800-1757273400@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Youth Fall Kick-Off DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 7\, 2025\n6:30 – 7:30 pm | The Justin Youth Building\nRegistration appreciated\, but not required\nHelp us kick off the school year by celebrating 70 years of the Justin Building with a 70s-themed party! Come in your best disco costumes for games\, good food\, and more. This event is for current 7th-12th graders. \nIf your student has food allergies\, please let the staff know.\nContact Rebekah Davis or Mirta Patino with any questions. \n  \nRegister\n\n \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Student Names*Click the + button to the right to add multiple names.First NameLast Name  Add RemoveEmail*\n \n Phone*Please list any food allergies below\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/kickoff25/ LOCATION:Justin Youth Building\, 801 W. 5th Street\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Youth-Fall-Kick-Off25_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T100000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250818T181709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T191105Z UID:10034363-1756890000-1756893600@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Boo Hoo Woo Hoo Parent's Prayer Breakfast DESCRIPTION:September 2 & 3\, 2025\n9:00 – 10:00 am\nChurch Library | Free!\nWhether you are going to shed a happy or a sad tear\, come and join us to kick off the new school year! Whatever mood you’re feeling\, let’s celebrate the first day together. Drop your kid(s) off at the FUMC Day School\, then come to the church library on the first floor for coffee\, juice\, breakfast goodies and camaraderie as we pray for a great year for our kids! URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/boohoo25/2025-09-03/ LOCATION:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Boo-Hoo-Parents-Prayer-Breakfast25_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250902T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250902T130000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250814T175349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T145217Z UID:10034166-1756812600-1756818000@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:UMW September Luncheon: Leveling the Playing Field DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 2\, 2025\n11:30 am – 1:00 pm | Wesley Hall\nRegistration Required by August 26 | Lunch $20.00\nLeveling the Playing Field – Dr. Marjorie Lewis \nDr. Lewis is Commissioner of the Global Pro Flag Football League\, a league where men and women play separately but are treated equally. As a staff reporter for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram she became the first ever female beat reporter to cover the Dallas Cowboys. And\, she actually coached defense at Texas Wesleyan University when TWU brought back its football team. Her book\, “When the Men Were Gone\,” is based on a woman who coached football in a small Texas town during WWII and has been optioned by Hollywood to be made into a feature film. She will speak to UMW about how we will be able to enjoy the increasingly popular sports finals in 2026 that will be held in North Texas. \n  \nRegistration is closed. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/umw-september-luncheon-leveling-the-playing-field/ LOCATION:Wesley Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Leveling-the-Playing-Field_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T103000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250401T143351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T175306Z UID:10033916-1756027800-1756031400@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Confirmation Parent Meeting DESCRIPTION:August 24\, 2025\n9:30 – 10:30 am | Justin Youth Building Gym\nRegistration appreciated\, but not required\nThis meeting is for all parents and 6th graders entering confirmation this fall – including if you haven’t completed the registration yet but are planning on joining us for this rite of passage! \nThis is a really important opportunity for us to introduce ourselves\, give you some insights into Youth Ministries and what we’re all about\, take you through an overview of the confirmation program and process\, cover important dates for the year\, and answer any questions you might have! \nIf you have specific questions\, please email them to Mirta. \n  \nRegister\n Register for the Parent Info Meeting\n \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Parent Name 1*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Parent Name 2\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register a Confirmand Registration is now closed. \n  URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/confirmation-parent-meeting25/ LOCATION:Justin Youth Building 2nd Floor Gym ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Sixth-Grade-Confirmation-Parent-Meeting22_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250824T123000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250630T161005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T150922Z UID:10034158-1756026000-1756038600@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Find Your Place DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 24\, 2025\n9:00 am – 12:30 pm | Wesley Hall\nAt First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth\, we believe that everyone has something meaningful to contribute and a place where they truly belong. \nJoin us at “Find Your Place\,” where you’ll enjoy the chance to connect with representatives from a variety of ministries.\nWhether you’re exploring where to get involved or simply seeking connection\, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn more\, ask questions\, and discover where your gifts can make a difference. There will be Rita’s Italian Ice Truck on 5th St.\, and a raffle for small prizes as people engage! \nWe hope to see you there. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/place25/ LOCATION:Wesley Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Find-Your-Place-2025-EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T143000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250808T201840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T201903Z UID:10034314-1755943200-1755959400@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Grieving Together: A Conversation for Parents & the People Who Support Them DESCRIPTION:August 23\, 2025\nSession 1: 10:00 –11:30 am | Parenting After the Death of a Child\nSession 2: 1:00 – 2:30 pm | Community Support After the Death of a Child\nWesley Hall\n\nWhen a child dies\, and the natural order of how we feel life and death should happen is turned upside down\, the grief that follows is both intimately personal and also communal.  There is not a single relationship that is not touched by grief and this is why it is so important to find authentic and productive ways to care for ourselves and care for one another. \n\n\nJoin A Memory Grows\, FUMC Fort Worth’s Children’s Ministries\, and Steady in Hope for a two-part community event centered around the grief felt after the death of a child. \nSession 1 is for parents who have had a child die and are the parents or caretakers of other living children. This session will focus on caring for yourself and supporting your children in their grief. \n\nSession 2 is open to any community member who has been affected by the death of a child or would like to learn more about supporting grieving families and children. This includes grandparents\, extended family\, friends\, teachers\, coaches\, and anyone seeking support for themselves and their community through times of immense grief.\nFUMC Fort Worth is providing free childcare for each session. If you need childcare for this event\, please include the names and ages of your children as well as any allergies or important information in the form below.\n\nRegister URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/grieving-together/ LOCATION:Wesley Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Grievinbg-Together25_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T103000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250408T145200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T175049Z UID:10033923-1755423000-1755426600@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Youth Parent Meeting DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 17\, 2025\n9:30 – 10:30 am | Justin Building\nThis is our opportunity to check in with parents and students in 7th-12th grade and go over what this year is going to look like in the Youth Ministries! \nWe’ll cover:\n– Weekly programming updates\, including changes to Sunday morning and Sunday evening programs;\n– Big event and trip schedules for the upcoming year; and\n– Family partnership and volunteer opportunities. \nThe Family Meeting will be from\n9:30 – 10:30 am on the 1st Floor of the Justin Youth Building across 5th Street from the main church building\, but we’ll have some time after for staff to answer any questions you might have. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/parent25/ LOCATION:Justin Youth Building\, 801 W. 5th Street\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/You-Parent-Meeting22_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250817T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T233000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250805T152538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T165711Z UID:10034164-1755417600-1757892600@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:2026 Nominations for Church Leadership Committees DESCRIPTION:Nominations will be accepted:\nSunday\, August 17th at 8:00 am – Sunday\, September 14th\, closing at midnight.\nA unique feature of the United Methodist Church is the active leadership of laypeople—those who aren’t clergy but are deeply involved in the life of the church. At First Church\, laity help guide our mission and shape key decisions. \nThis happens through leadership committees that meet throughout the year. Members serve on a rotating basis\, typically for 3–4 years\, bringing fresh insight and new energy to the table. \nThe leadership committees include: \nFinance Committee\nBoard of Trustees\nStaff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC)\nBoard of Stewards\nCommittee on Lay Leadership\nLay Members to Annual Conference\nChurch Council \n\nClick here to view the current committees and their roles.\n  \nWe aim for diverse leadership across all boards\, welcoming people of all ages\, from multiple worshipping communities and ministries\, and with varying lengths of membership. If you or someone you know would be a great fit\, fill out the interest form on our website or contact the church office. \nWe’re excited to see how our leaders help our church grow and thrive! \nNominate Someone\nNominations are now closed. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/leadership26/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Nominations-for-Church-Leadership-26_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T203000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250812T180023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T180115Z UID:10034329-1755111600-1755117000@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Choral Union Rehearsal DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays | August 13 – December 17\, 2025\n7:00 – 8:30 pm | Choir Room\nRegistration Required\nCome Be a Part of Choral Union!\nLove to sing? Join Choral Union on Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 PM and be a part of our vibrant music ministry! No audition required—just bring your willingness to learn\, grow in your faith\, and share the gift of music in our 11:00 AM Traditional Service. \nWhether you’re a seasoned singer or a beginner\, we’d love to have you with us. Simply fill out the form below to get started: \n  \n\n \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Phone*Email*\n \n Birthday*\n \n Month\n \n \n Day\n \n \n Year\n \n Voice Part*\n \n Soprano 1\n \n \n Soprano 2\n \n \n Alto 1\n \n \n Alto 2\n \n \n Tenor 1\n \n \n Tenor 2\n \n \n Bass 1\n \n \n Bass 2\n Please describe any singing or choir experience*Do you play an instrument?*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n What instrument do you play?* URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/choralunion25/ LOCATION:Choir Room ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Choral-Union-Weekly-Rehearsals24_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T190000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250408T150018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T150018Z UID:10033918-1754834400-1754852400@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Back to School Party DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 10\, 2025\n2:00 – 7:00 pm | Lyle Lodge\nGrades 6th – 12th\nRegistration is appreciated but not required.\nWe’ll celebrate the start of the school year at Lyle Lodge! Join us for swimming\, games\, good food\, and fellowship. Parents should plan to drop students off and pick them up at Lyle Lodge. \nIf your student has any food allergies\, please be sure to let the staff know. \nContact Rebekah Davis or Mirta Patino for any other questions. \nRegister\n\n \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Student Names*Click the + button to the right to add multiple names.First NameLast Name  Add RemoveEmail*\n \n Phone*Please list any food allergies\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/school25/ LOCATION:Lyle Lodge\, 7179 Peden Rd\, Azle\, 76020\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Back-to-School-Party25_EV.jpg GEO:32.948198;-97.519312 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lyle Lodge 7179 Peden Rd Azle 76020 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7179 Peden Rd:geo:-97.519312,32.948198 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T101500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250522T151326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T151326Z UID:10034004-1754820900-1754827200@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Summer Choir DESCRIPTION:Sundays | July 20 – August 10\, 2025\n10:15 am – Noon | Choir Suite\nY’all Come Sing with Us! \nWell\, bless your heart\, we’re lookin’ for some joyful voices to join us for the 11:00 am service on Sunday mornings! Come on down and lift your voice to the heavens! We’ll be gatherin’ for rehearsal at 10:15 am on July 20th\, 27th\, August 3rd\, and 10th — it’s a mighty fine time to get ready for some praise and worship! You can sing one Sunday or all of ’em — just drop in! All music will be learned the morning of. \nSo put on your Sunday best\, bring your voice\, and let’s make a joyful noise together! Email Thomas Williams to make sure we have music ready for ya! URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/summer-choir25/2025-08-10/ LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 800 W 5th St\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Summer-Choir24_EV.jpg GEO:32.7522505;-97.33655 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 800 W 5th St Fort Worth TX 76102 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 W 5th St:geo:-97.33655,32.7522505 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20230807T161827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T194631Z UID:10024321-1754818200-1754827200@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Blessing of the Backpacks DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 10\, 2025\n9:30 am | The Gathering\n11:00 am | Traditional Worship\nAttention teachers\, adults\, and students of all ages!  Bring your back-to-school backpack (whether brand new or an old favorite) to church with you on Sunday morning\, August 10\,  for a special back-to-school blessing during The Gathering and Traditional worship services. \nAnd\, even if you’re not in the back-to-school crowd this year — or haven’t been for decades — we hope you will join us for this special moment of blessing and recognition of the beginning of a new school year. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/blessingbackpacks25/ LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 800 W 5th St\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Blessing-of-the-Backpacks_EV-scaled.jpg GEO:32.7522505;-97.33655 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 800 W 5th St Fort Worth TX 76102 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 W 5th St:geo:-97.33655,32.7522505 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T123000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250718T155659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T155659Z UID:10034162-1754816400-1754829000@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Back to School Prayer Banners on 5th Street DESCRIPTION:Sundays\, July 27 – August 10\, 2025\n9:00 am – 12:30 pm | 5th Street\n\nJoin us on 5th Street to sign our Kids Hope & First UMC Day School Prayer Banners. Members and friends will have the opportunity to add an adjective to the “I AM” Banner to encourage school students to do their best this school year.This is a United Methodist Back to School Initiative. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/school25-2/2025-08-10/ LOCATION:5th Street\, W. 5th Street\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Back-to-School-Prayer-Banners-on-5th-Street25_EV.jpg GEO:32.751805;-97.336336 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=5th Street W. 5th Street Fort Worth TX 76102 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=W. 5th Street:geo:-97.336336,32.751805 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T193000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20240801T045134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T161713Z UID:10033981-1754503200-1754508600@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Potluck Plus a Side of Knowledge DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays | July 16 – August 6\, 2025\n6:00 – 7:30 pm | Wesley Hall\nRegistration Requested\nChildcare Available | Registration required below\nThis summer\, let’s share not only delicious food but also joyful fellowship! You’re invited to our weekly Summer Potlucks\, a time to gather\, connect\, and enjoy the blessings of community. Bring a dish to share\, bring a friend\, and come ready to laugh\, love\, and be refreshed in faith and friendship. \nLet’s make this summer one of togetherness and gratitude — we can’t wait to see you there! \n\nJoin us after dinner for these evening classes! \nRoom 350 | July 16 & 23 at 7:30 PM\nWhat You Want to Know About the United Methodist Church\nJoin First UMC leader Dr. Kevin Walters for a two-week session designed to answer your questions about the United Methodist Church. Curious about how decisions are made\, how pastors are appointed\, what all those Conferences mean\, or why we’re part of a denomination? Bring your questions and join the conversation following our potluck supper. \nRoom 334 | July 16\, 23 & 30 at 7:30 PM\nHow We Got the Bible\nDr. David Grant leads this engaging three-week study on the fascinating history of the Bible—how it was written\, compiled\, and preserved. Learn what was included\, what was left out\, and why. Explore how God has worked through diverse communities across languages and centuries to bring us the Scriptures we read today. \nJustin Building Gym | July 16\, 23 & 30 at 7:30 PM\nEvening Yoga with Linda Blanchard\nUnroll your mat and unwind with gentle yoga led by Linda Blanchard. This is a great way to move\, breathe\, and reconnect with your body after potluck dinner (go light on the casseroles!) All levels welcome—just bring your mat and wear comfortable clothes. \nContact: Angie Parish \n  \n\nRegister for a Side of Knowledge Following Our Potlucks\n \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Class*\n \n \n What You Want to Know About the United Methodist Church\n \n \n \n How We Got the Bible\n \n \n \n Evening Yoga with Linda Blanchard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nRegister for Childcare[vc_column_text recurrencetitle=”” recurrence_type=”None” enabletitle=”” disabletitle=”” enable_on_date=”” enable_on_time=”” disable_on_date=”” disable_on_time=””]\n \n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n Δ\n \n \n\n \n Parent Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Parent Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n What phone number should we call if we need you during the event?*What dates are you requesting childcare for? Check all that apply.*If you are not sure right now\, you can always submit this form again at a later date with new selections.\n \n July 16\n \n \n July 23\n \n \n July 30\n \n \n August 6\n What events do you need childcare for?*\n \n \n Both Potluck and Classes\n \n \n \n Just Potluck\n \n \n \n Just Classes\n Number of children attending*Name(s) and age(s) of children attending*ex: John Smith 5\, Jane Smith 7Any allergies\, dietary restrictions\, or any other information we may need? URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/potluck25/2025-08-06/ LOCATION:Wesley Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Potluck-Plus-a-Side-of-Knowledge_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250712 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250206T183316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T140804Z UID:10033795-1752278400-1752883199@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Camp Barnabas 2025 DESCRIPTION:July 12 – July 18\, 2025\n9:00 am – 7:00 pm | Camp Barnabas at Teas Trail\n$500 per student | Registration Required by June 30\nThis amazing trip takes our students to Camp Barnabas\, a fantastic camp in Missouri that is specifically designed to give children with disabilities and chronic illnesses an opportunity to experience summer camp – and it doesn’t happen without teenagers like ours who help run the camp and serve one-on-one with campers attending the camp! It is a powerful experience of selflessness\, service\, empathy\, and love. \nRising 9th graders serve as “Barnstormers” that help support the camp and the camper cabins without being directly responsible for one individual camper. Rising 10th-12th graders\, graduated seniors and college students serve as “Counselors” and are partnered with a camper one-on-one as their primary caregiver all week. \nThis year\, we will be serving children ages 7-18 who have a variety of diagnoses\, including physical disabilities\, developmental disabilities\, and autism. \nFor more information about Camp Barnabas or to inquire about a spot\, please contact Claire. Please note that you must additionally complete Camp Barnabas’ registration on their website in order to attend camp. Full and partial scholarships are always available to help cover the costs of trips and retreats through the Chris Vardy Memorial Scholarship Fund. Contact Mirta for more information. \nRegister\nRegistration is now closed. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/barnabas-25/ LOCATION:Purdy\, MO\, 800 W 5th St\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Camp-Barnabas22_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250712 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250203T150059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T160304Z UID:10033770-1751846400-1752278399@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Vacation Bible School (VBS) 2025 DESCRIPTION:July 7 – 11\, 2025 | 9:00 am – noon | Meet in Classroom\nVBS Celebration Sunday | July 13 | 9:30 am | Sanctuary\nRegistration opens Sunday\, February 3 at 9:00 am\nRegistration required by June 20 to receive a shirt\nOne of the biggest events in the life of our church is Vacation Bible School. This year’s theme is Road Trip. \nRoad Trip VBS is an exciting journey based on Joshua 1:9 – “The LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” Discover God’s presence everywhere as we explore new places\, make new friends\, and experience God’s goodness together. \nRegistration for children is now closed. Please contact Janice Cooper with questions. \nAdult and Youth Volunteers can register below. \nRegister Adult Volunteer    Register Youth Volunteer\n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/vbs25/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/VBS25_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T120000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250612T190402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T190402Z UID:10034142-1751799600-1751803200@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Amitié Quartet DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, July 6\, 2025\n11:00 am – 12:00 pm\nTraditional Worship | Sanctuary\nTexas Christian University’s Mimir Chamber Music Festival celebrates its 28th season Jun 30-July 11\, 2025\, with concerts at TCU’s PepsiCo Recital Hall and the Kimbell Museum of Art’s Renzo Piano Pavilion. The Amitié Quartet from the Mimir Chamber Music Festival will perform at FUMC on Sunday\, July 6\, at the 11 am Traditional Worship Service. Based in Melbourne\, Australia\, the Amitié Quartet was formed in 2025 at the Melbourne Conservatorium of Music as a part of its String Ensemble program. The ensemble consists of violinists Star Yi and Jody Middleton\, violist Sarah Chiu\, and cellist Rowan Parr. \nThe group has had the privilege of working closely with members of the MCM faculty and members of major Australian ensembles\, such as the Australian Chamber Orchestra and Australian String Quartet. Taking their name from the French word for “friendship\,” Amitié Quartet brings a fluid\, imaginative\, and deeply collaborative spirit to their performances. With a special interest in French repertoire\, they look forward to deepening their musical rapport and refining their ensemble sound together at the Mimir Chamber Music Festival. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/quartet25/ LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 800 W 5th St\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Amitie-Quartet25_EV.jpg GEO:32.7522505;-97.33655 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 800 W 5th St Fort Worth TX 76102 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 W 5th St:geo:-97.33655,32.7522505 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250703T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250703T120000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250523T163854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T143727Z UID:10034069-1751536800-1751544000@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Project Transformation Readers DESCRIPTION:June 16 – 18 & June 30 – July 3\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\nMcMillan UMC\n3401 Mountcastle Dr Fort Worth\, TX 76119\nFUMCFW is partnering with Project Transformation Central Texas by providing reading buddy volunteers for the weeks of June 16 – 18 (Tuesday – Thursday) and June 30 – July 3 (Monday – Thursday) at our partner site\, McMillan UMC. Reading buddies will enable each child to read aloud every day they are in the program. \nAnyone age 13 and older is now eligible to be a Reading Buddy Volunteer this summer. Anyone under 18 will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nReading Buddies are required to attend an orientation session at 9:30 a.m. on the first day they volunteer to read.\nTo volunteer to be a Reading Buddy\, please contact:\nJulie Fagan | juliennef@sbcglobal.net | 817-845-8305 URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/project-transformation25/2025-07-03/ LOCATION:McMilan UMC\, 3401 Mountcastle Dr\, Fort Worth\, 76119\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Project-Transforation-Readers23_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T204500 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250611T211450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T145754Z UID:10034141-1751398200-1751402700@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Ken Cowan Organ Recital DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 1\, 2025 | 7:30  – 8:45 pm\nSanctuary | Free Admission\nCome and hear the magnificent Anne S. and Henry B. Paup Sanctuary Pipe Organ in an organ recital performed by acclaimed organist\, Ken Cowan. Mr. Cowan is Professor of Organ and head of the organ program at Rice University’s Shepherd School of Music in Houston\, Texas. He is one of North America’s finest concert organists\, praised for his dazzling artistry\, impeccable technique\, and imaginative programming. \nOn this tenth anniversary year of our pipe organ built by Dan Garland and Associates\, we celebrate with this recital being sponsored by Anne and Hank Paup. This organ recital is also being featured as part of the American Guild of Organists 2025 Fort Worth Convention\, which will occur on June 30 – July 3 this summer. \nKen Cowan is represented by Karen McFarlane Artists\, Inc.\nThis recital is made possible by a generous gift from Anne S. and Henry B. Paup.\n  \nView Program     View Biography     Additional Free American Guild Recitals URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/ken25/ LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 800 West 5th Street\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76102 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ken-Cowan-Organ-Recital25_EV.jpg GEO:32.7524151;-97.3362683 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 800 West 5th Street Fort Worth TX 76102;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 West 5th Street:geo:-97.3362683,32.7524151 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T123000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250527T200536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T200536Z UID:10034070-1750588200-1750595400@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Farewell Reception for Rev. Dr. Zhenya Gurina Rodriguez DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 22\, 2025\n10:30 am – 12:30 pm\nWesley Hall\nPlease join us in Wesley Hall for a reception after the 9:30 Gathering and 11:00 Traditional services on June 22nd to wish Zhenya and her family well as they relocate to Kentucky! URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/zhenya25/ LOCATION:Wesley Hall ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Farewell-Reception-for-Zhenya_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250621 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250701 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250102T172306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T184141Z UID:10033348-1750464000-1751327999@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Costa Rica Mission Trip DESCRIPTION:June 21 – June 30\, 2025\nCost: $1200.00\nTeam Leader: Rev. Phyllis Barren\nIn 2025\, we invite you to join us on this amazing\, transformative international mission trip for all adults 18 years and older. We will serve with construction work in rural\, local churches in northern Costa Rica; present creative VBS sessions to excited children who are thrilled to hear new Bible stories; explore local rain forests; and learn about the Costa Rican culture. \nWe will share together in worship with the local congregation and experience new\, meaningful relationships with our team members and our brothers and sisters in the Methodist Church in Costa Rica who are growing in faith and local church membership in amazing new ways. Please see the itinerary listed below\, and we invite you to join us on this fantastic faith journey together! \nContact: Rev. Phyllis BarrenTrip Itinerary and Costs[vc_column_text recurrencetitle=”” recurrence_type=”None” enabletitle=”” disabletitle=”” enable_on_date=”” enable_on_time=”” disable_on_date=”” disable_on_time=””]\nSaturday\, June 21 \nFlight Information: \nDepart from DFW — Saturday\, June 21 on AA #1053 at 10:04 AM\, arrive San Jose (SJO) at 1:19 PM (direct flight) \nReturn to San Jose’ — Sunday\, June 29 on AA #320at 11:59PM\, arrive DFW at 5:24AM (direct flight) \nWe will meet at DFW (check gate number prior to departure) ready for an exciting faith journey to Costa Rica. We will arrive in San José and the bus driver will meet us outside the terminal at the airport after we all claim our luggage and get through customs. \nWe will begin our journey to the Hotel El Bambú in Puerto Viejo where we will stay throughout the week. All lodging and meals will be paid for at the EL Bambú. \nSunday\, June 22 \nBreakfast at the hotel and worship with El Tigre UMC\, a local congregation. Recommended attire for this service is dresses for women and dress shirts and slacks for men. Lunch at the hotel. The team will experience a rain forest or a chocolate tour. Dinner\, devotional\, and team meeting at the hotel. \nMonday\, June 23– Thursday\, June 26 \n7:00 am — Breakfast at El Bambú \n8:00 am — Load up bus \n8:15 am — Arrive at EL Tigre\, have devotion\, and begin work \n11:30 am — Break for lunch at the church \n12:30 pm — Begin work again \n3:00 pm — Begin cleanup at work site \n3:30 pm — Head to VBS with entire team \n4:00 pm — VBS at various rural locations \n5:30 pm — Back to hotel \n6:30 pm — Dinner \n7:30 pm — Group time\, reflections\, devotionals\, and free time \nFriday\, Jun 27 \n7:00 am — Breakfast and devotions at El Bambú. \n8:00 am — Complete any work needed at the work site. Pack and check out from EL Bambú. Lunch on the road on our own. Depart for Arenal Volcano. Free time in the afternoon. Lodging paid — all meals and activities on our own for the rest of the trip. \nSaturday\, June 28 \nFree day — educational tours\, hiking\, horseback riding\, hot springs\, rain forest tours\, shopping\, zip lines\, fishing\, etc. The hotel will help set up different tours for the group when we arrive and costs vary. \nSunday\, June 29 \nReturn to San Jose and fly home \nMonday\, June 30 \nArrive at DFW at 5:24AM \nArrive home safely. Wash dirty clothes and sleep in your own bed again with the joy of receiving many priceless gifts from God\, the people of Costa Rica\, and our team along with the gratitude that you “went out to be God’s people in the world!” God is good! \nContact information while in Costa Rica: \nEmail messages can be sent from El Bambú. \n  \nTelephone numbers: \nRay Zirkel\, missionary — 1-281-385-9068 \nHotel El Bambú — 011-506-2766-6005\, www.elbambu.com \nRev. Phyllis Barren — 817-715-1944 (cell phone) \n  \nCost for the trip is $1\,200 (excluding meals and tours at resort and airfare) \nThe first payment of $600 is due immediately to hold your reservation. \nThe second payment of $600 is due by April 1\, 2025. \nRegistration is required and payment can be made online. \nIf you write a check\, make it payable to First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth with “2025 Costa Rica Mission Trip” in the memo line and bring it to the Main Church Office\, Attention: Rev. Phyllis Barren\, or send it to Rev. Phyllis Barren at 800 W. 5th St.\, Fort Worth\, TX 76102. \nPlease provide your full name exactly as it appears on your passport and your passport number with your first payment. We will have complications at the airport if the name you give them when we book your ticket does not match your passport\, so please double-check this information. \nRemember that flexibility and new unexpected cultural and unique spiritual experiences that might emerge on the trip are always important to consider with our proposed itinerary! \n[/vc_column_text]\n  \nRegister\nRegistration is now closed. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/costa25/ LOCATION:Costa Rica ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Costa-Rica-Mission-Trip23_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T123000 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250514T173455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T143816Z UID:10033982-1749983400-1749990600@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Celebrating Dad DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 15\, 2025\n10:30 am – 12:30 pm\nWe will have Kona Ice Truck on 5th Street to celebrate Dads with a cool\, refreshing treat on 5th Street! Stay and hang out a bit after or before services. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/dad25/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Celebrating-Dad25_EV.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250615 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20250206T183632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T140746Z UID:10033789-1749945600-1750550399@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:High School Mission Trip 2025 DESCRIPTION:June 15 – June 21\, 2025\n9:00 am – 7:00 pm | Baton Rouge\, LA\n$450 per student\nHigh School Mission Trip is our annual adventure with rising 9th-12th grade students and our graduated seniors to be the hands and feet of Jesus in the world! This year\, we are so excited to announce that we will be heading back to Baton Rouge and will be serving with Revive225 again! We had an incredible time last year and loved the work we got to be part of in the community. \nBecause Mission Trip is a very popular event with limited space\, we will stagger opening registration by grade\, with registration beginning for: \nSeniors — February 10\nJuniors — February 11\nSophomores — February 12\nFreshmen — February 13\n8th Graders — February 14 \nNOTE: In order for us to guarantee that this trip will be possible\, we need a minimum of 4 male and 4 female adult volunteers to be registered and committed to partnering with us by the end of Spring Break (March 23). If we are unable to reach our required number of adult partners by this time\, we will need to consider hard capping the number of students who can participate\, or canceling this event. \nFor more information about Mission Trip\, please contact Claire. Scholarships are always available to help cover the cost of trips and retreats through the Chris Vardy Memorial Scholarship Fund. Contact Mirta for more information. \n\nRegister\nRegistration is now closed. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/hs-mission-25/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/High-School-Mission-Trip21_EV-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250605 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250611 DTSTAMP:20260410T171411 CREATED:20240322T202204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T180104Z UID:10030979-1749081600-1749599999@fumcfw.org SUMMARY:Cornerstone Youth Choir Tour 2025 DESCRIPTION:June 5 – 10\, 2025\n$375 | $100 deposit due April 21\, 2025\nBalance due May 5\, 2025\nRegistration required by June 3\, 2024 at 12:00 pm\nThe Cornerstone Youth Choir is headed to Colorado — Royal Gorge\, Garden of the Gods\, the Olympic Training Center\, and much more! Our primary mission is to share the gift of music with those who will truly cherish the opportunity for human connection. \nWe will sing for retirement communities and nursing facilities\, and lead worship in Colorado Springs. Along the way\, we’ll visit the Olympic Training Center\, the Cadillac Ranch\, Garden of the Gods\, all while enjoying some very favorable temperatures. \nAnd\, our 3 nights in Colorado Springs will all be at a retreat center. So no packing up all our stuff every single night! \nThere is nothing quite like choir tour. It’s the perfect balance of meaningful mission work\, bonding\, and fun. \nRegister\nRegistration is now closed. URL:https://fumcfw.org/event/cornerstone25/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fumcfw.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Cornerston-Youth-Choir-Tour25_EV.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR