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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.

15th Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, September 6 | 10:00 a.m. | Sanctuary 

"Witness to Our Faith - The Putting on of Christ"

Romans 13:8-14 (NRSV)

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As we transition from summer to fall, we are called back together to work out how we will live in community as a witness to our faith. As a refresher, we ask you to consider how you would shape the body (the church) we seek to be. This is not a how-to with specifics for each communal situation, but an attitude check, a value inventory to ask who we will be together as we build up the church. 

Join us for the 15th Sunday of Pentecost as Pastor Jay leads us in worship with our sermon series titled "Witness to Our Faith - The Putting on of Christ", accompanied by scripture from the Book of Romans 13:8-14.

Children & Youth Ministries

Children's Sunday School Lesson

"Samuel Anoints Saul"

1 Samuel 7-8; 10: 17-24 

In our story today, Israel's elders asked Samuel to find them a new king so they could be like all the other nations. Samuel listened to God and named Saul as king, but Saul wasn't a very good king. Sometimes we get so caught up listening to other people that we forget how much we have to be grateful for.​

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Sunday School Video.

Today's Blessing:

Dear God,

Thank you for making each of us a leader in our own special way and helping us to listen for your voice. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Childcare is available on Sunday mornings for ages birth to 4 years &

Sunday School for Kinders to 5th Grade 

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FUMC Youth Group

Sunday, August 23 | Upstairs Youth Room #32 | 11:30 a.m.

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​If you are a youth in grades 6-12, join our next Youth Group gathering. 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!

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SUBMIT A PRAYER REQUEST

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Whatever your prayer needs, finding peace of mind provides a foundation of strength to face any situation. Your request is a sacred trust and is confidential.

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Join the Friday Announcements electronic newsletter list and stay up-to-date with the latest church news and upcoming events. 

News & Events

United Women in Faith Chili Cook-Off​

Sunday, September 13 | Fellowship Hall | after worship

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Don't miss the opportunity to taste some world-famous chili at the United Women in Faith Annual Chili Cook-Off & Tasting on Sunday, September 13! Tickets are $12 at the door and include all our fabulous chili entries, cornbread, dessert, and a beverage. Attendees will then vote for their favorites! This fundraiser helps UWF support mission projects locally and worldwide.  

The 6th Annual Falling Leaf Boutique & Pantry

Saturday, October 10 | Fellowship Hall | 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Free Admission and Great Prices!

The fabulous Falling Leaf Boutique & Pantry is just around the corner! To alleviate food insecurity in our community, the beneficiaries of this year's fundraiser are the college food pantries at Modesto Junior College and California State University Stanislaus. Also, for the 2026 event, some of the proceeds will help support FUMC Special Projects. 

FUMC Small Group Ministry​

Connect Relationally | Grow Spiritually

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Join one of our Small Group Ministry gatherings! These groups are open to anyone at any time. A seat is always available for YOU! 

The time and location for each day are listed below.

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

  • Sunday | Conference Rm & Fireside Rm | 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. 

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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