SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES

in the Sanctuary… 8:30 a.m. The BRIDGE SERVICE

10:45 a.m. TRADITIONAL SERVICE

In Celebration Hall. . .

11:00 a.m. CONTEMPORARY SERVICE SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 Children & Adults

37 E Beauregard San Angelo, TX 325.655.8981

APRIL 2021 THE MESSENGER

Come with me into the

woods where spring

is advancing as it does,

no matter what,

not being singular

or particular but

one of the forever

gifts, and certainly

visible.

Mary Oliver

APRIL 2021

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We are moving forward with ministry plans for Lake View Lighthouse and I ask you to find a way to plug in and be a part of this outreach and missional community ministry. The Family Faith Formation Team has been building a relationship with staff at Goliad Elementary and already we have provided some cold weather jackets and gift cards to help families in need. We will soon be having several work days to clean and paint and spruce up certain areas of the building and likely we will have something for everyone to help out with. Some ministries we hope to have on site quickly after that would include things like:

· Mentoring Program (hopefully this Fall) · Somebody’s Rusty/Laundry Love event · Wesley Nurse · Food Bank · Other outreach ministries Lake View Light House is a great opportunity for us to extend beyond the walls of our Church and into a place where United Methodist once served that

community. I pray you will get involved with us as we expand our work in the world.

Pastor Scot

Searching for some kind of direction,

Looking for a guiding light / Needed to see a lighthouse,

Like a ship on a stormy night. D'Antignac

EASTER SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND WORSHIP

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 31— “Prayer & Healing Service,” led by guest pas-tor, Rev. Dick West—Sanctuary, 6:00 pm MAUNDY THURSDAY, APRIL 1— “The Living Last Supper” led by FUMC Youth; Music by Mark & Lisa Lesosky—Celebration Hall, 6:00 pm GOOD FRIDAY, APRIL 2—”Jesus’ Death” part of Jesus’ Life Series’ led by Rev. Scott Bradford, Music by Patti Wetzel (soprano) and Dr. Pamela Lee (pianist) - Sanctuary, 6:00 pm EASTER SUNDAY SERVICES, APRIL 4—Traditional Services are at 8:30 & 10:45 in the Sanctuary; Music by Patti Wetzel (soprano) and Dr. Pam-ela Lee (pianist) Contemporary Service is at 11:00 in Celebration Hall

CHILDREN’S EASTER EGG HUNT, APRIL 4—Following late services at Firefighter’s Memorial City Park (315 East Twohig

Services are livestreamed on our website:www.firstmethodist.net/sundaystreaming

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11th Hour Celebrations . . .

Grace and peace to you in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. There are so many wonderful things happening here at FirstChurch so I am just going to dive in! First, we have been so blessed to see so many of you returning to in-person worship. In 11th Hour we have enjoyed seeing all the little ones running up to hear Pastor Dale at children’s time and then again those same sweet children so eager to come back to the altar to place their

gifts, their offerings in the basket. Second, I love that this church is a praying church. From Sunday morning prayer time to our Sunday evening prayer Zoom, prayers in our Bible studies and Sunday School classes to prayers in our homes, we believe in the power of prayer. Lastly, I am excited about the progress we are beginning to make with our Lakeview Lighthouse ministries. We have es-tablished a relationship with the local elementary, Goliad, and we are preparing for a workday in order to get the build-ing in a usable state for the weekday ministries we are ready

to begin in this community. This was and is only possible because of your generosity and desire to be the hands and feet of Christ. As soon as we have a detailed list of what is needing to be done and a date for when we can join together for a workday, I will make sure it is announced to you all. In the meantime, if you are interested in helping with this project or would like to

hear more about the dreams and plans we are working on for Lakeview Lighthouse, feel free to call or email me.

May the Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you;

may the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26 Grace & Peace,

Pastor Kristie Crisp kcrisp@riotx.org

Happy Birthday to these Octogenarians Pastor Nathaniel Hankins

and Betsy Sadler! Office

staff gave these two added

calories in a birthday cake,

well wishes, and fun cards to

enhance their already awe-

some birthdays!

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WHY DO WE DO GODSPELL? By Virginia Eschman

Associate Pastor Dale Weise opened his devotional after a Spirit rehearsal last fall with the question 'Why do we do Godspell?' The FUMC Youth Choir has been doing what has become known as 'Godspell Tour' since the summer of 1997, anywhere from 7 to 13 years before any of the current members were even born. Dale used scripture to back up why we have been doing this performance as a mission and discussed how it affects cast members, sponsors and audiences. We decided it would be a good idea to let this current bunch of youth hear from past participants their stories about how they have seen God work through this mission. So far, they have heard from Tony Walker, Virginia Eschman, Dale Weise, Luke Coleman and Candis Hicks (let Dale know if you have a short story about the effect tour had on you or someone else that you would like to share during devotional time – we would love to hear it). The FUMC congregation has been supporting this mission of our youth for 25 years without seeing much other than an annual Homecoming Performance, so I thought as a Thank You it would be good to share some history and let you in on some of the things that actu-ally happen on 'Godspell Tour.' Way back in 1996, Tony and Sherrie Walker were teaching Junior High Sunday School and were asked what they did in church when they were growing up. Tony showed them the movie “Godspell” and told them how the youth choir at St. Stephens UMC in Mesquite went on tour performing both “Godspell” and “Jesus Christ Superstar.” The youth asked Tony if they could learn “Godspell” to do one performance in the fall of 1996. That is how this whole thing got started with the help of Tony, Youth Director Brenda Stone, Jane Smith and many others. Our youth had a group named S.P.A.M. (Singers, Players and Musicians) which worked with the other youth to do that one performance in the fall of 1996. Our current Youth Director, Chelsea Mul-lins Lytle, was a cast member in that performance. Somehow, that turned into our first “Godspell Tour” to Ten-nessee. They decided to change the name of the group to “Spirit” in 2000 because SPAM had taken on a completely different meaning because of the rise of email. We had a very talented bunch of youth early on who also learned and performed “Jesus Christ Superstar.” We toured with 'Superstar' a couple of years let-ting the churches choose which musical to perform at their church. We have four youth in our current cast and one who has already graduated who are children of prior cast members and sponsors from the 1990s. From my limited time of 9 tours and helping with Spirit for many other years, here are several things I know of that the youth of FUMC and other churches who have toured with us have been blessed with through 25 years of “Godspell.”

Spiritual Growth – “Godspell” is a Broadway musical using parables from Matthew and Luke. As our youth perform these stories and songs over the years, you can see their spiritual growth and understanding develop. A devotional is given at the end of each rehearsal and before each performance. Tony and Dale have taught our youth the meaning of the parables used in “Godspell” along with Advent, Christ-mas and Lenten lessons and many other important life lessons. Each day on tour starts with a devo-tional on the bus which is often given by one of the youth.

• Commitment – Spirit starts up each fall with the ultimate goal of doing “Godspell” tour right after school is out in the spring. Spirit normally doesn't start on “Godspell” until after Christmas. Throughout the year they learn other anthems to perform in church services and other places like nursing homes and Heritage Park at Christmas. Each youth makes a commitment to attend as many rehearsals and performances they can to show their commitment to Spirit, tour and God.

TO BE CONTINUED

COVID-19 and Exercise Facts During the COVID-19 pandemic have you gained the COVID 15? Keep moving! Part of COVID weight gain is related to people being more sedentary

as they work from home, visit friends and families through a screen, or binge on Nextflix. Gyms being closed (or minimal people inside) and crowded parks may also keep people inside. Regular physical activity should carry on if possible. EASY WAYS TO MOVE 1. Put on your shoes and walk around the neighborhood or trails. Don’t forget about the benefits of vitamin D, which also reduce the risk of COVID-19. 2. Dust off your bike. Take advantage of the cooler weather this fall and go for a spin. 3. Try Pickle Ball. The sport from the 60’s is tennis meets ping pong. Set on a smaller court, you and a friend are physically distanced, but social. 4. Use some free weights during your favorite show. Download exercise videos on your tablet or phone. Many free apps available or Wellness Center has videos on Facebook for all to use. Mental Health Benefits In addition to improving your waistline, it is well known that exercise is good for our mental health. A large cross-sectional study published in Lancet Psychiatry analyzed adults over the age of 18 and their “mental health burden” with or without exercise. Those who exercised reported fewer days of poor mental health with largest associations seen with team sports, cycling, aerobic, and gym activi-ties. About Belly Fat…. Visceral adiposity of the fat around your midsection in the abdominal cavity. Even with weight loss, exercise reduces visceral adiposity by over 6%. Of course, if you add a healthy diet and reduce calo-ries then the combination of diet and exercise will reduce weight even more. Visceral adiposity is an important predictor of morbidity and mortality so the less you have, the better. Immunity If you are not convinced that exercise can help during this pandemic, remember that it also boosts immunity. Cardiorespiratory activity such as walking, biking, hiking, rowing, and running helps mo-bile millions of lymphocytes to fight COVID. If may also reduce the severity of the disease in some people. If you have had COVID already, talk with your doctor about resuming exercise. Information from www.foodandhealth.com

Texas Mission of Mercy- ¿Hablas español? Translators needed for Texas Mis-

sion of Mercy. Volunteers are needed for both the prescreening date May 21, 2021 and the TMOM event June 4-5, 2021. For questions call Lesa Parry, Wesley Nurse at 325-215-4835. Sign up at tmomvolunteer.org

Prevent Blindness Texas- Prevent Blindness Texas Risk Assessment Screenings. We have expanded our services to offer telehealth eye health risk assessment visits. During our telehealth visits, clients will participate in an eye health questionnaire to determine whether they are at risk for

eye disorders or diseases. Eye care resources are available to qualifying clients. Eye Care Resources may include: Eye Exam Voucher*; Eyeglass-es Voucher*; Ex-am and Eyeglass

Voucher for Children* *All resources are based on program eligibility*

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APRIL 2021 Methodist Health Care Ministries

By Lesa Parry, RN

Prevent Blindness Texas

TELEHEALTH RISK ASSESSMENT

Determine risk for eye disorders or

diseases. Resources-eye exam

voucher, eyeglasses voucher,

exam and vouchers for children

APRIL 2021

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Hands and Feet for Christ! . . .

First Family & Friends volunteer to cook and serve every first Friday of the month at the Daily Bread Soup Kitchen between 9-2. If you would like to help in some way on APRIL 2 please contact Beth McCrea (edgemama@hotmail.com ) or the Church Office.

Next month’s date is: Friday, MAY 7

Meals for the Elderly

FMI visit www.texasramps.org. The next ramp-building project is set for SATUR-DAY, APRIL 17th. If you would like to help build the ramp or help with lunch, please contact Pastor Dale (dale.weise@gmail.com) or Sherrie Walker (sherrie@firstmethodist.net) in the Church Office. We are also assisting with the prefabrication of ramp modules, which is done in a warehouse and can be organized at a convenient time for the 3-4

member team. If you would like to assist with this effort, please let us know. Workers enjoyed a meal on site that was prepared by FirstChurch cooks! Many thanks for this incredible building service: to Jeremy Harrison and Dale Weise the crew leaders, Mark & Karen Clark, Chris & Brenda Stone foodie leaders, Pat Haines, Trudy Bo-zeman, and D’Ann Kuhlmann who prepared and served and made this possible!

First Fridays @ Soup Kitchen Serve Date: APRIL 2

THANK YOU ALL DRIVERS WHO HELPED DELIVER DURING MARCH!

BIG THANK YOU TO SANDY PEDERSEN WHO SCHEDULES ALL DRIVERS FOR THIS MINISTRY.

Tidings of Last Tuesdays

Somebody’s Rusty

This crucial time of weather extremes has hard hit many people! Our Blessing Box is rapidly emptied. Donations are being accepted and the Blessing Box is in dire need of being filled!!! Your helping

hands are truly appreciated. Feel free to drop off items in the office and fill the Blessing Box whenever you can.

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By Candis Hicks

Helping Others. . .

Items can be left in the office

Special Announcement from Mary Herbert! We will be having our 8th West Texas Hun-ger Summit this spring. The main differ-ence is that this year our Summit will be virtual instead of in person. The overall theme for the Summit will be “Collaborations to Address Hunger,” and it will take place on three different dates—April 8th, April 15th, and April 22nd– with a differenct emphasis each day. Each ses-sion will be 10:00 am until 11:30 am. Alt-hough we much prefer seeing your faces and getting to network with you in person, this different venue gives us the advantage of allowing us to bring I spreakers from across the nation that we couldn’t have be-fore, and also, making it possible for more people to attend without time and expense for travel. Our Facebook page at Texas

Hunger Initiative provides speakers and topics that will be provided. Please help us in sharing about this wonderful opportunity. Mary Her-bert, San Angelo Regional Director, Texas Hunger Initiative, Baylor Col-laborative on Hunger and Poverty. (325 656-4170 fmi

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If you or someone you know needs help or could use food, please don’t hesitate to contact the church office: 655-8981. There are a lot of resources available to help.

Helping to Feed the Hungry . . .

CPS and SHANNON MEAL DELIVERIES

Shannon Meal Deliveries are now over! It is wonderful that this ministry is no longer needed! Our team of drivers who deliver these meals were so dedicated. Thou-sands of meals were provided! There is still a need for volunteers to serve meals for Child Protective Services. Call Sherrie Walker if you are interested in doing this im-portant ministry!

GROCERY BOX DISTRIBUTION AT ST. PAUL’S occurs every Satur-day. Volunteers from FUMC and other volunteers provide manpower to pass out these groceries. On Saturdays over 500 families receive groceries! St. Paul’s could always use your help! Prayers too!

The Sunday Morning Breakfast Team continues to serve breakfast to the hungry every Sunday morning. They are serving approximately 30 people breakfast food boxes 7:00-8:00 am. Hands to help and Prayers always needed.

Food Boxes are placed throughout the church and in the church office. You are invited to share items that can be made available to hungry people who

come to the church for help. Items that are nonperishable and easily used and carried are requested. Methodist Assistance strives to meet the requests received by keeping a well-stocked food pantry. Your contributions are always welcomed.

Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month. We plan to meet APRIL 7. “Unbound to Share Good News! ”

FMI contact Cathy Hubbard 658-5375 Evening group is not meeting.

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Morning Glories

Fitness Witness Usually meet on Wednesdays and Thursday at 5:15 in the Church Gym HOWEVER! They are on an indefinite break for now. Contact Stepha-nie James FMI

FirstChurch Faith Development

GriefShare— Monday, 5:30, JOURNEY Classroom This 13-week, Christ-centered support group is for people who have lost a loved one. The group meets weekly and will help you face challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. These sessions are held on Mondays at 5:30pm in the Journey Classroom (Zoom access available), and it is being led by a team of trained, caring people who have

also experienced personal loss. If you or someone you know might benefit from this type of support, please contact Lori Francks at lfrancks@hotmail.com or Sherrie Walker in the Church Office. To learn more about GriefShare, please visit: www.griefshare.org.

Classes are meeting at 9:30 on Sunday mornings and many are offering online par-ticipation options also. Please contact Sher-rie Walker: sherrie@firstmethodist .net in the Church Office if you would like more in-formation about a class or would like to con-nect with one of our classes online. Infor-mation is also available on the church web-site www.firstmethodist.net.

Classes meeting live and via Zoom:

Cheers, Journey, S.T.E.R., Harmony Classes meeting live only:

Fellowship/Bayith (meeting together in Bayith Rm.), Seekers, Union.

Morning Glories continue to study For-giveness by Marjorie Thompson. Led by Pastor Kristie, members are learning how to deepen their understanding and the process of forgiveness. Offered live and with zoom, this class meets on Tuesdays at 11 am in the Journey classroom. Books are $11. FMI contact Lori Francks at lfrancks@hotmail.com. After Easter the class will resume study of the Women of the Bible.

Wednesday Night Friends Study Group—Join this group of ladies (guys are welcome too!) !The Lent study: Savior by Magrey de-Vega. This group meets on Wednesday nights at 6pm in the church gym. FMI contact Sherry Ann Miller at sher-ryann.miller@angelo.edu or Sherrie Walker in the Church Office sher-rie@firstmethodist.net.

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Welcome New Members!

APRIL 2021 FirstFamily Fellowship

TICKET TO SPRING was a huge success! Our church members enjoyed a night out including watching Lady and the Tramp while snacking on every type of concession stand

treat possible! There were amazing door prizes and there were many win-ners! This fun family event was held on March 7 in Cel-ebration Hall. The Family Faith For-mation Team

will be planning more fun events for FirstFam-ily to enjoy. Watch for coming events!

Kellie Riley joined in the 8:30 service on January 24th. Carolyn Tegeler joined FirstFamily on Janu-ary 31 during the 10:45 service.

Dick & Merlene West joined on February 21 during the 10:45 service. Dick is a retired UMC minister. The Wiggins children, Grayson and Garren joined March 7 dur-ing the 8:30 service. Their par-ents, Will & Karee are already members.

Our Pastors and Services . . .

Scriptures for APRIL

Rev. Scott Bradford

Rev. Kristie Crisp

Rev. Dale Weise

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Senior Pastor

Associate Pastor

S UNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES In the Sanctuary… 8:30 a.m. The BRIDGE 10:45 a.m. Traditional In Celebration Hall... 11:00a.m Contemporary Livestream by tuning in on

You Tube & search for First United Methodist Church San Angelo or go to firstmethod-ist.net/sundaystreaming; or tune into radio KWFR 101.9THE FIRE Childcare available during all services. Children are always welcome in worship. Worship activity bags are inside the sanctuary front and back doors and on the stage in Celebration Hall. Hearing Assistance Devices are available in the narthex. FirstPlace Café & Info Desk— The open area next to Celebration Hall is our home to coffee and donuts, connections with our members and guests, and information about our ministries. The Info Desk is located in the main area near the entrance to the Ed-ucation wing off of Beauregard Street. Holy Communion We celebrate Communion in all services on the first Sunday of each month. We believe this is the Lord’s Table, and all are invited to participate in this Sacrament. In Homes—We will take communion to the homebound. 655-8981 to schedule OTHER SERVICES FOR WORSHIP AND FAITH DEVELOPMENT Sunday School… (Most are Zooming now: Call Office FMI) Classes for adults, young couples, youth, children and infants/toddlers are held every Sunday beginning at 9:30 a.m. Brochures are available throughout the church to point you in the direction you wish to attend or check online: firstmethodist.net, or call 655-8981 for more infor-mation. Special Seasons and Events…. Morning Glories, a women’s prayer and study group, meet every Tuesday morning at

10:00 am in the Journey Sunday School Classroom. Studies are led by various members and include mission projects, prayers and active discussions. An annual

retreat highlights this group’s devoted study and communion. Other study groups are held throughout the year. Our online site will list those courses that are available: firstmethodist.net or you can call the office at 655-8981 for more information.

Associate Pastor

APRIL 11 Second Sunday Of Easter Acts 4:32-35 Ps 133 1 John 1:1-2:2 John 20:19-31

APRIL 25 Fourth Sunday Of Easter Acts 4:5-12 Ps 23 1 John 3:16-24 John 10:11-18

APRIL 4 EASTER DAY Acts 10:34-43 Ps 118:1-2, 14-24 1 Cor 155:1-11 John 20:1-18 or Mark 16:1-8

Associate Pastor Rev. Nathaniel Hankins

APRIL 18 Third Sunday Of Easter Acts 3:12-19 Ps 4 1 John 3:1-7 Luke 24:36b48

SUNDAY SERMON SERIES Apr 4th - Easter - A New Day! "Resurrection" Luke 24:1-12 Special Music-Patti Wetzel and Dr Pamela Lee “I Know That My Redeemer Liveth” Handel’s Messiah Apr 11th– What is Truth?-Post Truth Era Apr 18th– What is Truth?-Post Truth Era

EASTER SUNDAY

Children’s Ministry. . .

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The Easter Bunny is looking for helpers to pre-pare for the Egg Hunt, which follows the late services on April 4. The Bunny wants to meet the helpers at the City Park Pavillon down the street from the church (315 East Twohig) at 11:00 am that morning. If you, your family or any Sunday

School classes would like to help, please contact Sherrie Walker: sher-rie@firstmethodist.net in the Church Office.

VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION MARCH 22 STUDENT REGISTRATION APRIL 5 TWO SESSIONS CELEBRATION BEGINS 8:30AM OR 5:30PM ADVENTURE ENDS 11:00AM OR 8:00PM FMI: 655-8981 OR WWW:FIRSTMETHODIST.NET/VBS

Just a reminder -Children’s Activity Bags are located at the front of the Sanctu-ary during both services. Eleventh Hour-The bags are located at both entrances. The items in these bags are for the children to take home. We are keeping activi-ties within the COVID guidelines. So please do not return the bag or any of its items.

FirstKids are learning about the Gospel by using LEGOS! Next on the agenda will be exploring the sacraments. The curriculum

is called Touch the Water Taste the Bread!

JUNE 28-29 FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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APRIL 2021 Youth Ministries. . .

Chelsea Lytle —

Youth director

Ticket to Spring went off without a hitch! Our church members enjoyed a night out including watching Lady and the Tramp, while snacking on every type of concession stand treat possible, and many even won one of our amazing door priz-es. It has been a fun March for the youth! We started the month off with a small service project for our church. We stuffed all the Easter eggs for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt! The youth also taste tested all of the candy. They say it is safe for the children. Haha! After all of that "hard work", we decid-

ed to go have some fun for Spring Break! We started the week off with a trip to the movie theater where everyone enjoyed Croods 2 and a fun time of fellowship. We then ended Spring Break with trying to escape one of the rooms at Think in a Box! Don't worry, everyone made it out. Sunday School has been great also. We have continued our Lent study, What Makes a Hero?. Many of the youth have told me that this is their favorite lesson series they have ever done in youth. It is so thought provoking, which is leading to some amazing discussions. The series also gives weekly challenges for the youth; they are able to go out in the real world and practice what they have just learned. Big things are happening in April too! Our youth have been asked to perform "The Living Last Supper" for the Maundy Thursday service on April 1. It is going to be such a neat experience for eve-ryone! It is definitely something you don't want to miss out on! We will also start a new study for Sunday School called I Am Second. I am sure this one will be just as exciting to the youth as the last one was.

APRIL 2021

Honor or memorialize someone by placing flowers on the Chancel. Contact Dori Wegner at dori@swcia.com or 254-718-6189.

Ours Serving in Military

Tyler Barden USAF Jason Bird USN

Daryl Bradford Tx NG Chris Cavaness USAF

Ryan Gandy USAF Savanah Gideon USA

Johnny Goldthrite USA Randall Tye Graham USA

Mica Greenwood USN Zane Jarvis USAF

Matt Kuehhas USN Weston McIntire USCG

Josh Mort USAF Danielle Pozun USAF

Joshua Rodriguez USAF Cody Smith USA

Ryan Tallant USA

CANCER

R.R. Barry Kleypas Bill Humble Bitsy (Durham) Kirby Bonnie Kennedy Briana McCall Carol Smith Caryl Guisinger Connie Weems Darlene Speck Dawn Jackson Ethan Miller Fay Coleman Fred Buck Fred Gudmundson Jason Bailey Jay Moore Jeff Peters Jeff Ward Jennifer Cooper

HEALTH CONCERNS

Asking for Prayers . . .

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Jerry Tindel JoAnn Motl Joe3 Sheldon Kevin Halfmann Kim Hunter Kinsley Baker Linda Rogers Liz Hernandez Melissa James Michaela Rigsby Nicole Kleinsmith Raul Najera Richard Watts Ron Hoelle Rosura Gonzales Roy Shannon Sheryl Bragg Shirley Kennedy Susan Armstrong Vernon Fritze Wendy Slaughter

Andy Payne & Family (son-in-law of Rev. Sue White)

Hospitalized with COVID-19

Madeline Barrows Brain surgery (recovering)

Joe Sheldon Chemotherapy Stephen Horton COVID-19

Tim Brandon Motorcycle Accident

The Family of Billie Jean Evans D. 03/04/2021

The Family of Cynthia Deaton D. 03/j08/2021

Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation. Rumi

IN MEMORY OF GIVEN BY FUND

MARCH MEMORIALS

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Generosity in Memory of Others . . .

There are (3) three easy and convenient ways to give. You can set up a one-time pay-ment or recurring payments: 1. ON-LINE thru the Church Website: First United Methodist.net/Giving 2. SMARTPHONE thru GivePlus Mobile app: A. Download the free GivePlus app from the App Store or Google Play. B. Find our Church by ZIP code or by searching for our Church Name C. Donate! 3. AUTO-DRAFT using your Bank account: A. Complete and sign the back of your Pledge Card, attach a voided check and return to the church office. To set up recurring payments using your Credit Card, please contact the Business Of-fice. If you have questions or need help, you may contact Juanita in the Business Office or email her at Juanita@firstmethodist.net

APRIL 2021

FUTURE IMPORTANT CHURCH BUSINESS MEETINGS

Council Meetings—2021—5:30 May 17 July 19 September 20 November 1 If you are interested in the ZOOM presentation, contact the office for the ID # to access

Joyce Talafuse Directors, Officers & Employees of Texas Bank Disaster Relief Maggie Pearce Francks Jack & Jane Ann Srader Methodist Assistance Billie Jean Evans Tom & Rosa Gonzales Mature Adults Birdie Pool Mature Adults Billy & Norma Neeley Mature Adults Jack & Ann Moore Mature Adults Drake & Margaret Keith Mature Adults Beth Kopecky Mature Adults Polly Waterhouse General Church Budget Laura Ducote Camille Santry Kids Eat

APRIL 2021

First United Methodist Church

37 E. Beauregard

San Angelo, Texas 76903

The mission of this Church is to make disciples of Jesus

Christ for the transformation of the world…” So, help us

God!

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Worship Schedule. . .

First United Methodist Church

37 E. Beauregard

San Angelo, Texas 76903

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES In the Sanctuary

8:30 a.m. The BRIDGE Traditional 10:45 a.m.

In Celebration Hall –Contemporary 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School 9:30 Children & Adults

10:45 Traditional service broadcast on KWFR 101.9 Childcare available during all services

Children are always welcome in worship. Worship activity bags are outside the sanctuary.

Hearing Assistance Devices are available

Livestream by tuning in on YOU Tube (if you are a member) and search for First United Methodist Church San Angelo or you

can go to our website: firstmethodist.net and find the link firstmethodist.net/sundaystreaming; OR tune into radio:

KWFR 101.9 THE FIRE

If you would prefer to receive your Messenger publication by “snail mail”, notify the office at 655-8981 and make your request; or, if you are aware that someone does not receive this publication or other FUMC mail through e-mail, please have them notify the office. Thank you!