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Coronavirus Update From Somerset FUMC
Posted on Mar 14, 2020 in Newsletter |
To my church family,
In light of concerns related to the spread of the Coronavirus, following a recommendation by Bishop Leonard Fairley, we have decided to cancel all on-site services. These changes will be in effect from March 13 to March 27, though they may be renewed if the situation warrants it.
• On Sunday mornings we will be canceling all of our services. We will be streaming our 11:00 am services, we encourage you to join us then at https://www.facebook.com/somersetfumc/. For those who do not have Facebook, we will be posting the services on our YouTube page which can be accessed at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeGx1GtJvn0iZKL5SCBu0ag
• On Wednesday evenings, we will continue to provide food for all who want it, but we will only be offering to-go meals without a time of fellowship or table meals. We will continue to need volunteers for cooking and packaging but will not need servers. We are currently working on a plan to stream our Lenten Worship Service.
In addition, we strongly encourage anyone who falls into populations vulnerable to the Coronavirus to STAY HOME. This includes
• anyone over 60
• anyone with diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, kidney failure or other chronic major medical condition
• anyone displaying flu-like symptoms
• anyone who has traveled out of the country or on a cruise in the last 2 weeks
However, we also encourage anyone opting to stay at home to live-stream our service on Facebook at 11:00. You can also request a DVD copy of the service or a written copy of the sermon from the church office.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we seek to be faithful to both the needs of our community as well as our church’s mission. We ask that, especially during this confusing time, you would continue to support the mission of our church through
• your prayers (always)
• your presence (in person or online)
• your gifts (in person, online, or mailed to the church office)
• your service (in ways that keep you safe and healthy)
• your witness (because God is at work even in the midst of a health crisis)
Know that I am praying for you all, and I trust that our God is with us whatever we may face in the coming weeks. I’ll leave you with Paul’s closing words to the Christians at Ephesus:
“Now to him who by the power at work within us is able to accomplish abundantly far more than all we can ask or imagine, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen.”
In Christ’s love,
– Pastor Chris
P.S. James’ words are also worth quoting in this time. “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. CLEANSE YOUR HANDS, you sinners, and purify your hearts.” (James 4:8)
In light of concerns related to the spread of the Coronavirus, following a recommendation by Bishop Leonard Fairley, we have decided to cancel all on-site services. These changes will be in effect from March 13 to March 27, though they may be renewed if the situation warrants it.
• On Sunday mornings we will be canceling all of our services. We will be streaming our 11:00 am services, we encourage you to join us then at https://www.facebook.com/somersetfumc/. For those who do not have Facebook, we will be posting the services on our YouTube page which can be accessed at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeGx1GtJvn0iZKL5SCBu0ag
• On Wednesday evenings, we will continue to provide food for all who want it, but we will only be offering to-go meals without a time of fellowship or table meals. We will continue to need volunteers for cooking and packaging but will not need servers. We are currently working on a plan to stream our Lenten Worship Service.
In addition, we strongly encourage anyone who falls into populations vulnerable to the Coronavirus to STAY HOME. This includes
• anyone over 60
• anyone with diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, kidney failure or other chronic major medical condition
• anyone displaying flu-like symptoms
• anyone who has traveled out of the country or on a cruise in the last 2 weeks
However, we also encourage anyone opting to stay at home to live-stream our service on Facebook at 11:00. You can also request a DVD copy of the service or a written copy of the sermon from the church office.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we seek to be faithful to both the needs of our community as well as our church’s mission. We ask that, especially during this confusing time, you would continue to support the mission of our church through
• your prayers (always)
• your presence (in person or online)
• your gifts (in person, online, or mailed to the church office)
• your service (in ways that keep you safe and healthy)
• your witness (because God is at work even in the midst of a health crisis)
Know that I am praying for you all, and I trust that our God is with us whatever we may face in the coming weeks. I’ll leave you with Paul’s closing words to the Christians at Ephesus:
“Now to him who by the power at work within us is able to accomplish abundantly far more than all we can ask or imagine, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen.”
In Christ’s love,
– Pastor Chris
P.S. James’ words are also worth quoting in this time. “Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. CLEANSE YOUR HANDS, you sinners, and purify your hearts.” (James 4:8)
Photo Directory Photography Dates
Posted on Aug 5, 2019 in Newsletter |
The church is getting a new photo directory made. Our photography dates will be September 10th & 11th. Please contact the church office at 606-678-4042 to sign up.
Vacation Bible School 2019
Posted on Jul 1, 2019 in Newsletter |
Make summer a BLAST with an EXPLOSIVE VBS program like you’ve never experienced. Somerset First United Methodist Church is hosting B.A.S.I.C. Elements Science VBS, July 7-11, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, with a free meal for VBS students at 5:15 pm. Kids will explore the world of science – from launching rockets to squishing slime — while walking through five elements of faith: Believe, Ask, Serve, Impact, Celebrate. For children who are in preschool or have completed kindergarten-5th grade. Somerset First United Methodist Church is located at 99 S. Central Avenue. For more information, please call 606-678-4042.
Maundy Thursday Service
Posted on Mar 26, 2018 in Newsletter |
Join us in the Lower Fellowship Hall for a special service to remember the actions and words of Jesus during Hist last meal with his disciples. https://www.facebook.com/events/1598713076862106/
Good Friday Tenebrae Service
Posted on Mar 26, 2018 in Newsletter |
In this special service on Good Friday, we will gather in our Prayer Chapel to remember the events of Christ’s last day and the terrible things He endured for us. https://www.facebook.com/events/153817478772253/
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Journey to the Cross
Posted on Mar 26, 2018 in Newsletter |
Come any time on the afternoon of Good Friday for a special interactive event. You will get to immerse yourself in the events of Good Friday by visiting different rooms of the church, each highlighting a part of the Gospel of Christ. Plan on taking about an hour to go through the entire journey! https://www.facebook.com/events/195257464411626/
UMC Food Program Forum
Posted on Feb 28, 2018 in Newsletter |
Join us on Sunday, march 11 at 10am or 12pm to discuss this new partnership that will…
…expand Children’s Table.
…work with a federally-funded UMC organization.
…involve renovating the kitchen at no cost to FUMC.
Forums will be held after each service to provide details and answer questions.
Ash Wednesday
Posted on Feb 8, 2018 in Newsletter |
We will be holding our annual Ash Wednesday service at 6pm this Wednesday, February 14 in the sanctuary. Join us for this beautiful service as we begin the season of Lent.
Activities Cancelled Wed, Jan 17
Posted on Jan 17, 2018 in Newsletter |
Due to inclement weather all activities, including WNF Dinner, small groups, and choir rehearsal, are cancelled for this evening.
Christmas Decorating
Posted on Nov 27, 2017 in Newsletter |
It’s time to deck our halls! Tuesday and Wednesday this week from 10am-12pm!
