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Open Hearts. Open Minds. Open Doors.

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In-person & Streaming  LIVE every Sunday at 10 a.m.

The virtual Order of Worship for Sunday is available here.​

Lent Worship Series

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The Lenten journey may seem overly familiar. Indeed, we have been here before. There is comfort in the familiar. Many of the rituals and practices of this season are comfortable. They give us a sense of place, like being home again. This can be a good starting place for the season, an invitation to walk the paths we have walked before. We encourage the community to gather once again. Yet, the Lenten journey and our discipleship path encourage us to grow, to go deeper, to climb higher, to reach further than we may have before.

Fifth Sunday in Lent

March 22, 2026

"Life in the Spirit"

Rev. Jay Parr

Romans 8: 6-11 (NRSV)

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As we continue our Lenten journey, we are encouraged to grow spiritually, delve deeper, reach higher, and extend further than we have before. Join us on Sunday to experience the renewal that comes from God’s endless mercy and hear Pastor Jay's sermon titled "Life in the Spirit."

Join us for Holy Week & Easter at First UMC Modesto

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Palm Sunday Worship: "Hosana in the Highest"

Sunday, March 29

10:00 a.m. | Sanctuary + Livestream

We are invited to meet in the Fireside Room before worship to join the procession with palms, commemorating Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem. We will reflect on how the week began in joy and end the service by stripping the sanctuary in preparation for the dark days to come.

Maundy Thursday Dinner & Worship

Thursday April 2

5:30 p.m. | Fellowship Hall & Chapel

We will gather in the Fellowship Hall to enjoy a meal and "break bread together." Following the meal, we will offer Holy Communion, a labyrinth walk, and a handwashing blessing. A creative activity will be available for children and the young at heart. Childcare will be provided.

Good Friday Worship

Friday, April 3

7:00 p.m. | Sanctuary + Livestream

This evening service will bring us to "The Scene of the Cross" as we read the gospel accounts of Jesus' death, sing hymns, and pray together.

Easter Sunrise Service

Sunday, April 5

7:00 a.m. | Front Lawn

Dress warmly or bring a blanket as we worship together in the early morning light.

Easter Worship: "A New Life"

Sunday, April 5

10:00 a.m. | Sanctuary + Livestream

With joyful music and celebratory alleluias, we will experience Resurrection Sunday as we encounter the gospel through the lenses of beauty, wonder, meaning, curiosity, delight, and self-giving.

Easter Egg Hunt & Fellowship

Sunday, April 5

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Following Easter worship, all are invited to our annual Easter Egg Hunt on the front lawn for the kids, and a time of fellowship and fun as we celebrate the Risen King!

Children's Sunday School Lesson

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Sunday School Video!

Peter's Denial

Matthew 26: 69-75

In Today’s story, Peter was following Jesus, and when the Roman soldiers asked him if he knew Jesus, he said no. Peter was scared, but this is not the end of Peter’s story.

Yes, Peter messed up. We all mess up at some point. The good news is that just as Peter was given another chance, so are we.

​Today's Blessing:

Dear God,

Help us to be brave and to do the right thing when we are scared. Thank you for giving us a chance to learn and do better next time. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Childcare is available on Sunday mornings for ages birth to 4 years & Kinder to 5th Grade 

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News & Events

FUMC Small Group Ministry​

Connect Relationally | Grow Spiritually

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Our Small Group Ministry gatherings have started. 

The time and location for each day are listed below.

  • Sunday | Fireside Room | 8:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

  • Sunday | Library and Fireside Room | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

  • Wednesday | Fireside Room | 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Thursday | Fireside Room | 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

​These groups are open to anyone at any time. A chair will always be open for you. 

FUMC Youth Group

2nd & 4th Sundays | Upstairs Youth Room | 11:20 a.m.

​If you are a youth in grades 6-12, join our next Youth Group gathering on Sunday, March 8! There will be great food, fun, fellowship, and games.

 

We will meet on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month. Lunch will be provided.

 

We hope to see you there!

English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes Offered at First UMC Modesto

Sundays | FUMC Library, 16th & I Streets, Modesto | 10:00 a.m.

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FUMC Modesto is excited to host an ESL (English as a Second Language) class every Sunday during worship. We aim to help adult learners become more comfortable with their English skills and expand our church community!  Childcare will be provided through our Children's Sunday School. No registration is required. â€‹If you are interested in attending and would like more information, please contact Alison Cruz at eslfumc@gmail.com.

Contact the church office at (209) 522-9046 or email fumc@firstumcmodesto.org for more event information.

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