First United Methodist Church of Macclenny

Welcome!

Welcome to our church home on the web.  Whether you are new to the area, new in exploring the Christian faith, or a long-time Christian looking for a new church, you will find that you're welcome here.

We're a big enough church to have plenty of activities for everyone, yet small enough that we still have the personal touch.

We invite you to drop by and see us at 11:00 A.M. Sunday Mornings at First United Methodist Church of Macclenny.

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Pastor's Pen

General Conference met this year in Tampa. It is the first time that General Conference has been held in the Sunshine State. I am pleased to report that the body of delegates voted to retain the current stance on human sexuality. "The United Methodist Church does not condone the practice of homosexuality and consider this practice incompatible with Christian teaching. We affirm that God's grace is available to all."(Discipline, Para. 162). After forty years, hopefully, this divisive issue is settled. Time to get about the true mission of the church, to make disciples.

Blessings,

Pastor Tom

Prayer

Prayer is important!  Through prayer we let God know of our needs, and let Him know of our concern for others too.  Please click here to go to the Prayer section of our website.

Bible Study

The church has several educational opportunities available on Sunday mornings, and there are others that meet in members homes on other days of the week. 

Bible Gateway

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This week at First UMC

Mother's Day is this Sunday. Also this Sunday we will be beginning our annual baby bottle campaign. Baby bottles will be given out in Sunday worship. You are encouraged to fill them with change and bring them back to church in two weeks. They will be given to First Coast Women's Services.

Coming Soon

 Memorial Day is this month. A time to remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 

Florida Annual Conference will be coming up June 13-16 in Lakeland.

Regular Events

The Wednesday Night Connection is our mid-week gathering for dinner and devotional service at 5:45 P.M. in the Fellowship Hall.  The devotional service portion begins at 6:30 P.M. with a separate meeting for Children and Youth.

Morning Bible Studies begin at 10:00 A.M. Sundays.  A variety of groups are available for you to join.  Call the church office at 259-3551 for details.

Morning worship begins at 11:00 A.M. Sundays.  Nursery is available for infants through age 1. Care for ages 1-2 is available in the toddler room.  Ages 3-5 may go to the Pre-School Church in the Educational Building, and Children's Church for those in grades 1-4 meets in the Chapel (old sanctuary building).

The Monday evening prayer and Bible study group meets at 7:00 P.M. at the Administration Building, the two story gray house across from the church.  Call the church office at 259-3551 for details.

The Tuesday morning prayer group meets at 10:00 A.M. at a member's home.  Call the church office at 259-3551 for details.

United Methodist Men generally meet for a breakfast meeting at 7:30 A.M. on the second Sunday of the month.  All men of the Church are welcome.

Please check the Calendar for all events and dates.