Jennifer Smiddy will be the filling the position as the Director of Early Childhood Ministries on October 31st. We are very thankful for the 3 1/2 years of service Rachel Duncan has served in this position, and are equally excited that Jennifer Smiddy will be returning to the Children’s Ministry staff. Jennifer brings [...]
It’s that time of year again.
Depending on what your day-to-day life looks like, a phrase like “it’s that time of year again” can mean different things. For us here at Fountain City United Methodist Church, it primarily indicates that we are gearing up for ministry in 2008. It doesn’t mean we are ready [...]
Yes, it is fall, although it is still hot and dry!! Yes it is football time in Tennessee, although we are off to a very bumpy start! Yes, Thanksgiving and Christmas will be here before we know it! (Don’t even want to think about it, right?) But the great news is [...]
(Form, that is)
The FCUMC knitters need wig forms (the styrofoam heads that wigs are displayed on) to show off their “Bazaar” creations. Please bring any forms you can donate or loan to the church office. For pickup arrangements or questions, call Julie Loveday. Thanks!
The Net Ministry will be sponsoring a shirt sale to support the tuition and other needs of the ministry. Shirts will be embroidered with “Fountain City United Methodist Church” and the cross and flame logo. There will be a large selection of shirts to choose from including short-sleeve polos, short and long-sleeve t-shirts, [...]
Judy Fowler from Red Bird Mission will be coming to the FCUMC Bazaar on November 3. She will be bringing craft items from the Henderson Settlement and Red Bird Mission. Come check out these unique craft items, and support missions here at the Bazaar and at Red Bird Mission. For more information about Red Bird [...]
Statement of Purpose
A ministry dedicated to making religious worship accessible to all participants through addressing the special needs of those individuals with disabilities, increasing awareness of issues pertaining to their needs and how we may assist these special people in their everyday worship practices.
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If you would like to learn more about the Special Needs [...]
Yes, it is here! The 44th Church-Wide Bazaar has arrived. Join us and stroll through the many booths/boutiques and shop early for the Holidays. No matter how busy your day may be on Saturday, please take a moment and stop by and experience the Bazaar “ahhh” in our gym.
Tailgate at The Bistro. Lunch will be [...]
The church bazaar is just around the corner and there are so many ways to get involved!
Donate baskets. If you have any baskets tucked away in your attic that you would like to donate, call Carla Ballerini or drop them off at the church office before October 30.
Themed Gift Basket Items. If you are a [...]
The Staff-Parish Relations Committee is pleased to announce that Andrew Duncan is now handling “The Spirit” publishing and website administration responsibilities previously undertaken by Kent Williams. Andrew’s talents include desktop publishing and website maintenance in addition to his musical abilities, making this a good fit for both FCUMC and Andrew. These publishing duties are [...]
Lynn Hutton challenges and inspires readers through her regular religious column “Cross Currents” in the weekly Shopper. She graduated from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Music Education aand did her theological study at Garrett-Evangelical and Wesley Theological Seminaries. Lynn currently serves as Minister of Music and Worship at Middlebrook Pike United Methodist [...]
I received some very kind greetings on my xx birthday (gee, there must be something wrong with my number keys), but the one that literally brought tears to my eyes came during the night; and I didn’t notice it until the next day, Thursday, the 18th. God must have stayed up all night, as God [...]
What’s the Good of It All?
Since I have become so interested in Fountain City UMC church history, I have begun to ask some questions. We have been here in this same place for 182 years. What exactly does that mean? Why were we put in Fountain City? Have we done any good in the big [...]
There will be no musical activities for the week of fall break (October 22 through 26). No Young Musicians on Sunday night the 21st (or youth group!), no bells on Monday or Tuesday, and no musical rehearsals on Wednesday other than Chancel Choir and Journey Band. Journey Band, please note the change in rehearsal [...]
Important: No Wednesday Night Activities on October 24!
There will be no Wednesday night activities on October 24. The fellowship meal, study groups, youth group, and all music practices will not take place except for Chancel Choir and Journey Band.
The next Safe Sanctuary training session will be on Monday, October 29 in the choir room. If you are not currently Safe Sanctuary trained, please make plans to attend. All volunteers with children and youth must be Safe Sanctuary trained. Call the church office if you have any questions about this session.
Join us on Saturday, October 27th at 7:30 p.m. to hear this wonderful concert of sacred choral and instrumental music. Founded in 1958 by Dr. Charles R. Davis, the choir has toured coast to coast and around the world. Several of our church youth are in school at Emory & Henry, and our own Sarah [...]
All Dads are invited to join us on the first Thursday morning of each month for this special time of fellowship and spiritual growth. We meet from 7:00 until 7:45 at The Old Home Place, on Callahan Road. Our special guest on Nov.1 will be Richard Gibson, Executive Director of Wesley House. [...]
The General Board of Discipleship needs your help! Let them know your ten favorite hymns, as well as ten hymns you’d be happy never to sing again. These results will be used in compiling the hymns for the next United Methodist Hymnal. It is recommended that you make your list before going to the website [...]
About three weeks ago my three grandchildren and their parents were able to spend a few days at the beach. The weather was great, food was good; and “a good time was had by all.” On the way home, Mary Haisten (age 3 then, 4 now) said to her parents:
“The birds (back at [...]
Are you looking for after-school care for your teenager or know of someone who could benefit from an after-school program here at our church? Then look no further! We offer a unique program right here at FCUMC called The Net where students can come and relax, do their homework, and hang out with their friends at a safe place after school. If you are interested, there are a couple of spots available, so act fast by calling Patricia Paden at 689-5175 ext. 119.
Openings are available immediately in the Toddler and Four Year-Old Classes. Contact Susan Todd, Director of the Preschool for more information. (689-5518)