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Resurrection Stories
A Worship Series for the Easter Season
I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. — John 11:25-26, NRSVUE
The Easter Season is a time of celebrating all the ways in which resurrection is possible in our lives. We can be in need of rising out of the depth of imprisonment, addiction, poverty, illness, and oppression — not just physically and literally, but also spiritually. What keeps us locked up inside? What holds us back from the joy of life? What binds us, keeping us from the fullness of who God created us to be? Join us for powerful testimonies of courage, kindness, strength, and overcoming — Resurrection Stories — from those who have found “resurrection” in their lives. It might just inspire you to unlock your own rising up!
Communion Sunday | 6th Sunday of Easter
"Resurrection Story: Liberated"
Guest Speaker Marian Kaanon
Rev. Debra Brady, Presiding
Psalm 146, Exodus 3:1-15, John 21: 9-19 (UENRSV)
This country is made up of so many who escaped to the “promised land” from oppressive regimes. Throughout history, people have had to flee situations of horror. Even within our country and in our own time, there are those who live with oppression and fear. We seek to widen our understanding of what we must do to continue to work for liberation on so many fronts.
Join Us in Welcoming Marian Kaanon
We're excited to welcome our friend and FUMC member Marian Kaanon to share with us in worship on Sunday! Marian is the President and CEO of Stanislaus Community Foundation, which provides grants and scholarships to community organizations in Stanislaus County.
Marian, a first-generation Assyrian American, was born in Iraq. She immigrated with her family to Canada at age seven and then to the U.S. as a high school student. After graduating from UC Davis, Marian began a career in broadcast journalism, public affairs, and nonprofit management before joining SFC in 2012. Marian has been named a Stanislaus County Distinguished Woman and MJC Distinguished Alumna, among other awards recognizing her extensive local service. She also serves on the Board of Trustees for Doctors Medical Center.
Children's Sunday School Lesson for May 5, 2024
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Peter and Tabitha – Acts 9: 36-43
Faith Word: LOVE
Today, our Bible story is about Peter and a woman named Tabitha who made clothes for her community. Tabitha showed love through service by sewing and helping those in need. The community showed love for Tabitha in their efforts to bring Peter to town to pray for her. Exchanging loving gestures is part of being in a community of believers.
Nursery Care & Children Sunday School Schedule
As United Methodists, we believe in welcoming and nurturing the children in our church family. We offer Nursery Care and Children's Sunday School during Sunday worship.
For information on our Children and Youth Ministries and activities, please contact the church office at
(209) 522-9046 or email us at fumc@firstumcmodesto.org.
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Heifer International Living Gift Market
Sunday, May 5 | Fellowship Hall | 11:00 a.m.
Enjoy free root beer floats while you shop the Living Gift Market!
Heifer International is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to helping communities around the world lift themselves to self-reliance and end poverty and hunger while caring for the Earth. Living Gift Markets are events where people can give living gifts like goats or cows, which will help families start their journey toward self-reliance by supplying them with nutritious milk to drink, share, and sell.
First United Methodist Church Modesto has been a loyal supporter of their efforts for many years, witnessing God's love worldwide. If you're interested in donating to Heifer International but cannot attend and still wish to donate, several options are available. You can drop your donation in the offering box on Sunday morning, mail a check to the First United Methodist Church Modesto with "Heifer" written in the memo line, or donate here online. Thank you for your support! Contact Robin Shanks at rshanks467@sbcglobal.net for more information.
Interfaith Peace Vigil
Thursday, May 16 | College Ave United Church of Christ | 7:00 p.m.
Join us for a multifaith prayer event to advocate for world peace at the College Ave United Church of Christ, 1341 College Ave., Modesto, hosted by multifaith leaders in our community.
For more information, contact Latricia Beasley-Day, Community Organizer, Faith in the Valley-Stanislaus, at latricia@faithinthevalley.org or (209) 495-4377.
Vacation Bible School 2024
"Camp Firelight: A Summer Camp Adventure with God"
Monday - Friday, July 15 - 19 | Churchwide | 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m
Summer is right around the corner, and with it comes another fabulous VBS! Kids ages kindergarten through junior high are invited for an exciting week of fun activities and a shared evening meal as we learn about God's love for each of us. Seventh- and eighth-grade students may choose to attend or participate as volunteers! Register here to attend or sign up to volunteer. Contact Kelsea Overstreet at koverstreet11@sbcglobal.net.
Contact the church office at (209) 522-9046 or email fumc@firstumcmodesto.org for more event information.