First United Methodist church

Ministries & Opportunities

"This is the confidence we have in approaching God:  That if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us"                                                ~I John 5:14 NIV

 

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN   (UMW) generally meet once a month.  UMW is comprised of three different groups (circles); 1 morning circle, 1 afternoon circle, and 1 evening circle.

 

UMW FEBRUARY NEWS LETTER

 

 

 

UNITED METHODIST MEN (UMM) meet the second  Monday of each month for a dinner meeting.  Their ministry includes selling grocery certificates, semi annual parking lot sales, Palm Sunday Breakfast, assisting with Circle J needs, and the purchase of various items in the church. 

 

Opportunities

Sunday School - for all ages.  Adult Sunday School at 8:30 am every Sunday, ages 2 years through 2nd grade Sunday School is held at 10:00 am every Sunday.

Bible Study  - Tuesdays at 10:00 am and Wednesdays at 7:00 pm.  Short term studies and observances are offered through the year for youth and adults.

Vacation Bible School (VBS) -  Each June UM church cooperatives with several area churches for a week long Christian experience for ages 4 through sixth grade.  Contact Claudia Hall for more information concerning VBS.

Scholarships - First United Methodist Church of Sheridan maintains a fund to be able to provide scholarships to members seeking higher education.  Applications are available in the church office.

Camping - Camping opportunities are available at the United Methodist Circle J, located on Hwy 16 near Ten Sleep as well as other Yellowstone Conference camps in Montana.  Brochures come out in the Spring.  The local church has an annual church family camp in the Big Horns each summer.

Church Library - Located off Wesley Hall in the main level.

Mission Outreach - local & global

Church Committees & Work Areas - are organized to help fulfill the missions of the church.

 

 

Music

God speaks to us through music and we praise him through music.

Chancel Choir - Practice 7:00 pm on Thursdays.  Presentation of the gift of music at the 9:45 service and at special services.

Handbell Choir - Practice 8:30 am Sundays.  Performs several times during the year at church services and in the community.

Morning Sounds & Church Family Singers - Provide music leadership at the early service and for special events. 

 

Newsletters

The church publishes 2 newsletters each month to inform and communicate.  Contact the church office if you would like to be put on the mailing list.

 

Prayer Chains

Special prayer requests may be made through the pastor or the church office.  The UMW sponsors a telephone prayer chain.  If you are not able to contact the church office, call Dorcas Ward.  Church Family Care Committee manages an email prayer list for when one wants to summons that great collective prayer power.  Call or email the church office of June Simon.

 

THE CLOSET

The UMW has organized "The Closet" located in the lower level of the church.  It provides recycled clothing and household goods at reasonable prices. It is open Tuesdays from 9 am to 2 pm.  Donations in good condition are always appreciated.

 

RADA CUTLERY     

Did you know that the United Methodist Women sell knives?  They make great fits for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and Christmas.  We have Rada knives on hand and if we don't have what you need, we can always order it.  If you are interested and want to see a catalog, please call 674-5023

 

GROCERY CERTIFICATES/CARDS

When you do your shopping—groceries, gifts, household supplies, etc—the United Methodist Men sell certificates and cards that give the church a rebate on purchases made. The UMM buy the certificates and sell them for us to use instead of cash; or provide the cards for the partnership programs. A percentage of your purchases, no matter how small, are sent to FUMC. The proceeds are used for UMM projects that include families with special needs, church repairs, or special projects. Currently the UMM have voted to put the proceeds from certificates to the building modernization fund.

• Sheridan Commercial Certificates:  These certificates are available in $10 and $25 denominations.
• Safeway Grocery Gift Cards:  These cards are available in $10, $25 and $50 denominations.
• Warehouse Market Grocery Gift Certificates:  They can be purchased in $5, $10, $25 and $50 denominations to be used for food and household items in the store.

You can purchase your certificates and cards during fellowship time or you can call Bill Conrad or Dave Hanlin.