September 17th
Wednesdays at the Park has come to an end for this summer, but don’t despair! Wonder Wednesdays are coming! Stay tuned for details for great Wednesday evening plans for ALL ages!
Messy Church is this Thursday, September 21 from 6:00- 7:30. Dinner will be served until 6:30, so don’t be late! Join us to find out what a different way of being church looks like.
The Cruisers and Crooners Benefit is THIS SATURDAY from 10 am- 2 pm! Great cars, music, a silent auction, and yummy food sales will all come together to raise money for the Archer family and you won’t want to miss it!
There will be no Tuesday night bible study this week. If you haven’t purchased your book yet, now is the perfect time to pick it up and catch up before meeting again next Tuesday. The book is titled, Table Talk : Rethinking Communion and Community
The United Women in Faith invite church members and friends to join us on a road trip to The Shrine of Christ’s Passion in St. John, Indiana. We plan to view the 40 bronze sculptures at 10am on Saturday, September 30th. Information and the sign-up sheet are in the Gathering Room on the Welcome Center. A final count will be called in a week before.
Blessing of the Animals is October 1st at 2pm. Bring your pet or pets to get blessed! If you don’t have a pet and still wish to come, that would be great!
September 10th
There is an Ad Council Meeting today at 7:30pm on Zoom
The event we’ve all been waiting for is almost here! The Cruisers and Crooners Car Show and Musical event is Saturday, September 23 from 10 am until 2 pm!
The United Women in Faith invite church members and friends to join us on a road trip to The Shrine of Christ’s Passion in St. John, Indiana. We plan to view the 40 bronze sculptures at 10am on Saturday, September 30th. Information and the sign-up sheet are in the Gathering Room on the Welcome Center. A final count will be called in a week before.
Wednesdays in the Park will meet this week at Water Tower Park. We have 3 more Wednesdays in the Parks before starting WONDER WEDNESDAYS on October 4! Stay tuned for all of the information about new programming for kids of all ages and for grown-ups!
All of the fruits of the earth are ripe for harvest this time of year, and we’re celebrating that harvest with a FRUIT SALAD Messy Church on Thursday, September 21 at 6:00 PM. Bring friends and neighbors to experience a different kind of church as we learn all about the fruits of the spirit.
Has it been awhile since you have gathered, even on zoom, to share your faith with others? Are you interested in sharing ideas on how First UMC can practice hospitality in ways that others will know the grace, love, joy, and peace of God? Then join us Tuesday evenings on zoom (7:30). Email Pastor Nancy or look on the Monday group email from the church for the link.
August 28th
Altar flowers are provided in honor of David Jocelyn’s birthday. Thank God for allowing him to share his birthday with everyone! Happy birthday David!!
Children’s Sunday School is meeting during Sunday morning worship. Please let Pastor Trish know if you would like to take a turn teaching on a Sunday morning!
September 4th Labor Day the church office will be closed and there will be no soup kitchen that day.
Bells will be starting on September 6th at 5:45pm in the music room. If you would like to join just come on down.
There is an Ad Council Meeting September 11th at 7:30pm on Zoom
The United Women in Faith invite church members and friends to join us on a road trip to The Shrine of Christ’s Passion in St. John, Indiana. We plan to view the 40 bronze sculptures at 10am on Saturday, September 30th. Information and the sign-up sheet are in the Gathering Room on the Welcome Center. A final count will be called in a week before.
Wednesdays in the Park will continue through September. This week’s park is Friendship Botanic Gardens. We will meet at the entrance and go in together, the entry fee is covered! So come out and join us!
Join the choir on Wednesdays at 6:45pm starting on September 6th and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Contact Bev for more info.
We are sorting books that was donated by St. Paul. If you can help please contact Bev
August 13th
Altar flowers were provided by Claudia Weiler in celebration of Donn Weiler’s birthday! Happy birthday Donn!
Thursday, August 17 – THIS THURSDAY- is our first third Thursday Messy Church! Same time, same place- Community Hall from 6-7:30. This week will feature promises from our greatest teacher- God- as we start a new school year. It’s a great time to kick off a new year by inviting new friends and neighbors to check out Messy Church. Rev. Dr Marti Lundy, our conference Superintendent will be joining us, so help us make Messy Church look it’s very best!
The Trustees will be meeting at the church on Saturday, August 19 to work on painting projects and sanctuary beautification. They have very specific jobs to complete. If you are available, please speak to Chris Johnsen or one of the members of the trustees about ways that you can assist.
Mark your calendars! Saturday, September 23 from 10 AM to 2 PM for the “Cruisers and Crooners” Car Show featuring local musicians! This year’s show is going to be like no other car show, and will be a benefit for the Archer Family. Dan, Candace. and Jesse are not just great friends and a beloved part of our church family, but are also active members in the car and music communities in Michigan City. We are so excited for this event! If you are able and willing to donate or volunteer please let Chris Johnsen or Pastor Trish know.
The United Women in Faith invite church members and friends to join us on a road trip to The Shrine of Christ’s Passion in St. John, Indiana. We plan to view the 40 bronze sculptures at 10am on Saturday, September 30th. Information and the sign-up sheet are in the Gathering Room on the Welcome Center. A final count will be called in a week before.
Parents of MC1st kids and youth, please be watching for a letter and survey coming out with questions about programming for the fall. One thing we know already is that the youth group will kick off the year with an evening cooking for the soup kitchen.
Wednesdays at the Park is a fun time for everybody as we continue to meet through September. Bring a lawn chair and chat with the grown ups while the kids do what kids do. Cookies and juice are provided for everybody! Join us at Red Mill County Park this week from 4:15-5:30.
Join the choir on Wednesdays at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth are welcome to join. We would love it if our summer choir would continue to join us all year. Contact Bev for more info.
July 23rd
Don’t be alarmed if you see the lights on here over the weekend of July 28-30. We are hosting a youth group from Danville UMC. They will be spending the weekend camping out in our building in between their trips to the Dunes and the beach. On Friday night, we will be combining our youth groups together for pizza and a great time together! We’ll all have the chance to meet and welcome our visitors at Sunday worship!
The date has been set for the Second Annual Stronger Together event. Please mark your calendars for August 12, 2023! This year’s event will take place at River Park Square (112 Water St.) Plymouth, IN.
Altar flowers are provided by Susan Hawks in memory of her husband Ron Hawks birthday.
The park for this week’s Wednesdays in the Park is Pottawattamie Park
Mark your calendars! Saturday, September 23 from 10 AM to 2 PM for the “Cruisers and Crooners” Car Show featuring local musicians! This year’s show is going to be like no other car show, and will be a benefit for the Archer Family. Dan and Candace welcomed their beautiful son, Jesse, into the world in January. He faced a lengthy hospital stay and surgery. In this time, Dan and Candace never left his side. Medical bills, lost wages, and knowing that he will undergo surgery again means that the Archer family can use the help. Dan and Candace are not just great friends and a beloved part of our church family, but are also active members in the car and music communities in Michigan City. We are so excited for this event! If you are able and willing to donate or volunteer please let Chris Johnsen or Pastor Trish know.
Summer Choir is here. Join us on Wednesdays at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth are welcome to join. Contact Bev for more info.
July 16th
Don’t be alarmed if you see the lights on here over the weekend of July 28-30. We are hosting a youth group from Danville UMC. They will be spending the weekend camping out in our building in between their trips to the Dunes and the beach. On Friday night, we will be combining our youth groups together for pizza and a great time together! We’ll all have the chance to meet and welcome our visitors at Sunday worship!
The school supply drive ends next Sunday the 23rd so get the rest of that shopping done. The flier is on the round table in the Gathering Room.
The date has been set for the Second Annual Stronger Together event. Please mark your calendars for August 12, 2023! This year’s event will take place at River Park Square (112 Water St.) Plymouth, IN.
Altar flowers are provided by Karen Lyness in celebration of her mom Ruth Lyness’s 101st birthday!
There is an in person Ad Council meeting July 17th at 7pm.
The park for this week’s Wednesdays in the Park is Nelson Park in Trail Creek
Summer Choir is wrapping up. You are still more than welcome to join us on Wednesdays at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth are welcome to join. Contact Bev for more info.
Mark your calendars! Saturday, September 23 from 10 AM to 2 PM for the “Cruisers and Crooners” Car Show featuring local musicians! This year’s show is going to be like no other car show, and will be a benefit for the Archer Family. Dan and Candace welcomed their beautiful son, Jesse, into the world in January. He faced a lengthy hospital stay and surgery. In this time, Dan and Candace never left his side. Medical bills, lost wages, and knowing that he will undergo surgery again means that the Archer family can use the help. Dan and Candace are not just great friends and a beloved part of our church family, but are also active members in the car and music communities in Michigan City. We are so excited for this event! If you are able and willing to donate or volunteer please let Chris Johnsen or Pastor Trish know.
July 9th
The date has been set for the Second Annual Stronger Together event. Please mark your calendars for August 12, 2023! This year’s event will take place at River Park Square (112 Water St.) Plymouth, IN.
Please plan on staying after worship next Sunday to celebrate Ruth Lyness’s 101st birthday.
There is an in person Ad Council meeting July 17th at 7pm.
The park for this week’s Wednesdays in the Park is Nelson Park in Trail Creek (on Whippoorwill).
We are collecting school supplies for the Michigan City School Rally. There is information on the big round table in the Gathering Room for what we need. We are also taking money. Checks should be made out to the Michigan City Area Schools.
Summer Choir is underway. Join us on Wednesdays at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth are welcome to join. Contact Bev for more info. Our next rehearsal is July 19th.
Please keep the 10(!) members of the choir who are going to the Epworth Music and Worship Retreat this week in your prayers. Pastor Trish will be holding down the fort here.
Mark your calendars! Saturday, September 23 from 10 AM to 2 PM for the “Cruisers and Crooners” Car Show featuring local musicians! This year’s show is going to be like no other car show, and will be a benefit for the Archer Family. Dan and Candace welcomed their beautiful son, Jesse, into the world in January. He faced a lengthy hospital stay and surgery. In this time, Dan and Candace never left his side. Medical bills, lost wages, and knowing that he will undergo surgery again means that the Archer family can use the help. Dan and Candace are not just great friends and a beloved part of our church family, but are also active members in the car and music communities in Michigan City. We are so excited for this event! If you are able and willing to donate or volunteer please let Chris Johnsen or Pastor Trish know.
July 2nd
Ad Council is July 17th in person at 7pm.
The park for this week’s Wednesdays in the park is Pottawattamie Park (located off of Garden Trail)
The church office is closed on July 4th.
Altar Flowers are provided by Karen Lyness in honor of July birthdays for, Karen, Kris, Jack, Beth, Stephanie and Ruth.
Messy Church is this Friday, July 7 from 6:00- 7:30. Come and find out about how important rest is for ALL God’s creation!
We are collecting school supplies for the Michigan City School Rally. There is information on the big round table in the Gathering Room for what we need. We are also taking money. Checks should be made out to the Michigan City Area Schools
Summer Choir is underway. join us on Wednesdays at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth are welcome to join. Contact Bev for more info.
Mark your calendars! Saturday, September 23 from 10 AM to 2 PM for the “Cruisers and Crooners” Car Show featuring local musicians! This year’s show is going to be like no other car show, and will be a benefit for the Archer Family. Dan and Candace welcomed their beautiful son, Jesse, into the world in January. He faced a lengthy hospital stay and surgery. In this time, Dan and Candace never left his side. Medical bills, lost wages, and knowing that he will undergo surgery again means that the Archer family can use the help. Dan and Candace are not just great friends and a beloved part of our church family, but are also active members in the car and music communities in Michigan City. We are so excited for this event! If you are able and willing to donate or volunteer please let Chris Johnsen or Pastor Trish know.
June 25th
VBS starts today! Don’t worry if you haven’t registered, that’s OK! Come and join us from 5:30- 7:30 to learn how to be Menders of God’s World! Supper served at 5:30 each evening!
There is no park for this Wednesday, because we’ll be at Vacation Bible School!
Messy Church is Friday, July 7 from 6:00- 7:30. Come and find out about how important rest is for ALL God’s creation!
We are collecting school supplies for the Michigan City School Rally. There is information on the big round table in the Gathering Room for what we need. We are also taking money and checks should be made out to the Michigan City Area Schools
Summer Choir is underway. join us on Wednesdays at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth are welcome to join. Contact Bev for more info.
Mark your calendars! Saturday, September 23 from 10 AM to 2 PM for the “Cruisers and Crooners” Car Show featuring local musicians! This year’s show is going to be like no other car show, and will be a benefit for the Archer Family. Dan and Candace welcomed their beautiful son, Jesse, into the world in January. He faced a lengthy hospital stay and surgery. In this time, Dan and Candace never left his side. Medical bills, lost wages, and knowing that he will undergo surgery again means that the Archer family can use the help. Dan and Candace are not just great friends and a beloved part of our church family, but are also active members in the car and music communities in Michigan City. We are so excited for this event! If you are able and willing to donate or volunteer please let Chris Johnsen or Pastor Trish know.
June 11th
No clues to follow, just an announcement this week as Pastor Trish catches up from the Annual Conference! This week’s park for Wednesdays in the Park will be…..(drumroll) …
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Oak Hills Park! Spread the word and we’ll see you there Wednesday from 4:15-5:30! 716 Martin Luther King Drive
Come out and join us for the Downtown Michigan City Kiddie Parade on Saturday morning, June 24. This fun (and short!) parade is a great chance to meet families and promote VBS and family programming. Plus- we have a two-year-running title to defend! Come out and help us bring home another trophy!
Good news! The nursery is open and staffed during Sunday morning worship again! We have one staff member available each Sunday, but are in need of one more background checked adult to be available if needed. Please talk to Pastor Trish to volunteer. The nursery is for children 4 years of age and younger. .
If you’ve ever had an interest in trying out your singing voice in a choir, now’s your chance! This summer, join us for six Wednesdays beginning June 7th at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth are welcome to join. Contact Bev for more info.
We will be receiving new members next Sunday, June 18. Please plan on staying following worship to greet them. There will be a reception in the gathering room.
“Operation Restoration” Vacation Bible School is almost here! Everyone is invited to join us on June 26- June 29 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm to learn how we can all be healers of God’s World! See Pastor Trish for all the info!
May 28th
Wednesdays in the park are underway! Can you guess which park it is? Our first Wednesday’s in the park was a big hit!
The last Monday Musicale concert is June 5th at 7pm until fall.
Good news! The nursery is open and staffed during Sunday morning worship again! We have one staff member available each Sunday, but are in need of one more background checked adult to be available if needed. Please talk to Pastor Trish to volunteer. The nursery is for children 4 years of age and younger. .
There is Green Team news in the Crossbeams. If you don’t get the Crossbeams there are some in the Gathering Room.
This Friday, June 2 will be a very special Messy Church! Join us outside (weather permitting) during the downtown First Friday Arts Walk for a rain gutter regatta! Come and sail your own boat and enjoy fellowship and fun!
If you’ve ever had an interest in trying out your singing voice in a choir, now’s your chance! This summer, join us for six Wednesdays beginning June 7th at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth are welcome to join. Contact Bev for more info.
We will be receiving new members on June 18, please note the change of date. If you are interested in joining and have not yet let us know, please connect with one of the Pastors.
Registration forms for kids, adult and youth volunteers, and lots of promotional material to share with friends and neighbors May 21st
Wednesdays in the park begins this week! Can you guess which park it is? Meet us at Creek Ridge County Park to kick off our favorite summer adventure- Wednesdays in the Park!
Youth Group meets this Friday, May 26!
There will be a brief meeting after worship on Sunday, May 28 for anyone helping with Vacation Bible School. Please speak to Trish if you have any questions.
Friday, June 2 will be a very special Messy Church! Join us outside (weather permitting) during the downtown First Friday Arts Walk for a rain gutter regatta! Come and sail your own boat and enjoy fellowship and fun!
If you’ve ever had an interest in trying out your singing voice in a choir, now’s your chance! This summer, join us for six Wednesdays beginning June 7th at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth are welcome to join. Contact Bev for more info.
We will be receiving new members on June 18, please note the change of date. If you are interested in joining and have not yet let us know, please connect with one of the Pastors.
Registration forms for kids, adult and youth volunteers, and lots of promotional material to share with friends and neighbors is on the VBS table in the Gathering Room! Please help us spread the word and invitation to come and learn to be menders of God’s world!
Flowers are provided by Jessica Mace in celebration of the life of Rosemary Weigel on the 20th anniversary of her passing.
May 14th
There will be no Try-It on Wednesday, May 17.
Wednesdays in the Park (formerly known as Try It in the Parks) begins on Wednesday, May 24 from 4:15 5:30 PM! Stay tuned for videos and clues that will lead you to the park of the week! Wednesdays at the Park isn’t just for kids- everyone is invited to come and enjoy the summer weather, meet the neighbors, and fellowship (or play on the playground!)
There will be a brief meeting after the worship service on Sunday, May 28 for anyone helping with Vacation Bible School. Please speak to Trish for more information.
Registration forms for kids, adult and youth volunteers, and lots of promotional material to share with friends and neighbors is on the VBS table in the Gathering Room! Please help us spread the word and invitation to come and learn to be menders of God’s world!
Youth Group meets on Friday, May 26!
We have 2 sets of flowers today, the first one is in honor of Tom and Becky O’Brien’s 50th wedding anniversary. The second is provided by Karen Lyness in honor of Ruth Lyness for Mother’s Day.
We will be receiving new members on June 18, please note the change of date. If you are interested in joining and have not yet let us know, please connect with one of the Pastors.
Next Sunday is Higher Education Sunday when we will celebrate our graduates, and recognize our scholarship recipients. Please plan on staying following worship to greet our special guests and their families, hopefully on the church lawn.
May 20th from 9am to 2pm is the American Red Cross Blood Drive. Sign up online at https://www.redcrossblood.org/ If you would like to help with the door and the elevator please contact Yvonne Bancroft
If you’ve ever had an interest in trying out your singing voice in a choir, now’s your chance! This summer, join us for six Wednesdays beginning June 7th at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth are welcome to join. Contact Bev for more info.
May 7th
Next week we will honor the special women in our lives by receiving an offering for the local women’s shelter, Stepping Stones.
We will be receiving new members on June 18th. If you are interested in joining and have not yet let us know, please connect with one of the Pastors.
We are so excited to announce our VBS for 2023. We have Forms for registration, media and volunteer forms available in the church. Fill them out and send them to Pastor Trish. If you have to mail them the address is: First UMC Attn : Pastor Trish 121 E 7th Street Michigan City, IN. 46360 We can’t wait to see you and share God’s Love!!
May 20th from 9am to 2pm is the American Red Cross Blood Drive. Sign up online at https://www.redcrossblood.org/ If you would like to help with the door and the elevator please contact Yvonne Bancroft
If you’ve ever had an interest in trying out your singing voice in a choir, now’s your chance! This summer, join us for six Wednesdays beginning June 7th at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Youth and Children are welcome to join. Contact Bev for more info.
April 30th
We are so excited to announce our VBS for 2023. We have Forms for registration, media and volunteer forms available in the church. Fill them out and send them to Pastor Trish. If you have to mail them the address is: First UMC Attn : Pastor Trish 121 E 7th Street Michigan City, IN. 46360 We can’t wait to see you and share God’s Love!!
We have two sets of flowers, 1st set of Flowers are provided by Pam & George Jenks in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary. The second set of flowers are provided by Edison Brownlee in memory of Judith Brownlee’s 81st birthday
May 8th there is an Ad Council meeting on Zoom at 7:30pm
May 20th from 9am to 2pm is the American Red Cross Blood Drive. Sign up online at https://www.redcrossblood.org/ If you would like to help with the door and the elevator please contact Yvonne Bancroft
If you’ve ever had an interest in trying out your singing voice in a choir, now’s your chance! This summer, join us for six Wednesdays beginning June 7th at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Contact Bev for more info.
The Higher Education Committee is now accepting applications for the 2023 Endowment Scholarships. Six of the awards are open to the community at large. High school seniors, college students, and adults looking to gain more education are eligible to apply. Application forms are available on the Welcome Center in the Gathering Room, by contacting Sue Cassler at susan.cassler@comcast.net, or through the Unity Foundation at uflc.net/scholarships/. The deadline for submission is Thursday, May 4.
Messy Church is this Friday May 5th 6pm-7:30pm in the Community Hall with a free meal, Worship, crafts and activities for everyone.
April 23rd
If you’ve ever had an interest in trying out your singing voice in a choir, now’s your chance! This summer, join us for six Wednesdays beginning June 7th at 6pm and explore a new way of experiencing and leading Worship. Contact Bev for more info.
The Higher Education Committee is now accepting applications for the 2023 Endowment Scholarships. Six of the awards are open to the community at large. High school seniors, college students, and adults looking to gain more education are eligible to apply. Application forms are available on the Welcome Center in the Gathering Room, by contacting Sue Cassler at susan.cassler@comcast.net, or through the Unity Foundation at uflc.net/scholarships/. The deadline for submission is Thursday, May 4.
Youth Group Friday, April 28th 6pm-7:30pm. If you need a ride talk to Pastor Trish.
Messy Church Friday May 5th 6pm-7:30pm in the Community Hall with a free meal, Worship, crafts and activities for everyone.
April 30th there is Monday Musicale awards at 2pm. All are welcome to come.
April 16th 2023
The Higher Education Committee is now accepting applications for the 2023 Endowment Scholarships. Six of the awards are open to the community at large. High school seniors, college students, and adults looking to gain more education are eligible to apply. Application forms are available on the Welcome Center in the Gathering Room, by contacting Sue Cassler at susan.cassler@comcast.net, or through the Unity Foundation at uflc.net/scholarships/. The deadline for submission is Thursday, May 4.
Youth Group Friday, April 28th 6pm-7:30pm. If you need a ride talk to Pastor Trish.
Messy Church Friday May 5th 6pm-7:30pm in the Community Hall with a free meal, Worship, crafts and activities for everyone.
April 30th there is Monday Musicale awards at 2pm.
April 25th is a staff appreciation luncheon at 11:30am. The office will be closed at 11am and will open back up after the luncheon.
April 22nd is a Memorial Service for Shirley Kelly at 12pm here at the church.