This Week at First

Sunday, May 7

8:45 AM Adult Sunday School

10:00 AM Worship

10:00 AM Youth/Children’s Sunday School

11:00 AM Youth Group

Monday, May 8

9:00 AM Yoga

5:45 PM Yoga

6:30 PM Book Talk

6:30 PM UMM Meeting

Tuesday, May 9

9:00 AM Meditation

5:30 PM Cub Scouts

Wednesday, May 10

9:00 AM Yoga

2:00 PM Cooking at Lantern House

5:00 PM Bell Choir

6:30 PM Boy Scouts

7:00 PM Chancel Choir

Thursday, May 11

6:00 PM Yoga

6:30 PM VBS Meeting

Friday, May 12

9:00 AM Yoga

Saturday, May 13

9:00 AM Yoga

9:30 AM CWU Friendship Day

Sunday, May 14

8:45 AM Adult Sunday School

10:00 AM Worship

10:00 AM Youth/Children’s Sunday School

Rev. Kim on Vacation May 1-15

While Rev. Kim is gone to Montana, Rev. John Darnall will be on call for pastoral emergencies. Rev. Darnall's cell phone is 870-918-6869, and his email is . You may recall that he preached at FUMC in August 2016. Rev. Darnall is a retired UM clergy. He lives in the Ogden area, and he attends CUMC. While Rev. Kim is on vacation, worship will be led by David Barron on May 7, and by Rev. Judy DeBres on May 14.

Worship Notes

We welcome you to this service of worship in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ. It is our hope that God will touch your life in a special way as you worship among us. All are welcome for coffee and goodies in the narthex after worship.

Copies of our monthly newsletter, The Messenger, may be obtained in the Narthex or online at www.fumcogdenut.org

If you are interested in joining First Church or need information on any of our programs and services, you may call the office at 801-393-5662. May you experience God's blessings in the coming week.

·  Please sign the attendance folders passed out by the ushers to:

o  provide us a record of your attendance;

o  update contact information, if needed;

o  check the names of those sitting with you.. and

welcome them!

·  Large Print Bulletins available from the ushers.

·  Hearing assistance devices are available from the ushers.

·  Sanctuary is tele-coil equipped.

·  Childcare is available during worship for children under 3.

In Our Thoughts & Prayers

Aaron Beckwith (Jenni Nelson’s brother)

Phyllis Combe (daughter Charlene and daughter-in-law)

Earl Critchlow (Denise Carlson’s father)

Ann and Earl Dickamore

John Gerritsen

Ron Latimer (Lucki Latimer’s brother)

Jean Matthews (Janiel Brummett’s mother)

RaeJean Reck (Phyllis Combe’s niece)

Pam Turner (Carr’s daughter)

Janiel Brummett’s family

Donna Larson

Those who have needs too private to share.

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Our shut-ins who are absent from us:

Helen Colt Don Emerson David Mischler

Peggy Weatherston Wilma Weil Ann Wilder Wendy Zvon

The United Methodist Men

The United Methodist Men will meet on Monday, May 8th, at 6:30 PM.

Bee Keeper News

In addition to preparing the hives, we have also been teaching the students at 3 different elementary schools in the area, including the 2nd grade class at Riverdale Elementary, Voyage Academy Kindergarten class and Uintah Elementary 2nd grade class. We have been teaching them about bees and beekeeping and how important bees are to the environment and making food for us to eat. Word is getting out about our passion for His bees and what they do for His Creation. This is already starting to be an exciting year for the beekeeping ministry!!

We welcome any interested folks to our next monthly business meeting on Monday, May 1st at 6:30 pm in the Wesley Room to learn about bees and taste honey snacks.

Contacts: Kristen Bell—Queen Bee 801-782-9347 Chris Hicks—Marketing 801-648-5896 Alan Carlson -Volunteer Coordinator 801-643-1418 Kimberly Stenner –Communications 801-663-0766

Book Talk

The Book Talk book of the month is My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante. Join us on Monday, May 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Cheryl Thompson for our book discussion. Contact Cheryl at 801-389-9864 for further information.

Community Garden

The Community Garden at FUMC is gearing up for another season. We strive to support our church vision by supporting and encouraging each other through social fellowship, engaging younger people and serving the church and community by providing fresh vegetable to each other and The Lantern House. The garden will be planted May 20th. Watch for announcements in the near future regarding tending the garden and hiring youth. Please contact Kristen and Steve Bell with any questions at: or 801-782-9347

Start Saving Your Rummage!

The annual church-wide Rummage & Parking Lot Sale will be held on Friday and Saturday, June 16 and 17. Proceeds will benefit local mission projects of United Methodist Women.

2017 Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School will be held on June 5-9, 2017, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. each evening. Join us at Maker Fun Factory where children will learn they are Created By God, Built For A Purpose. VBS is for children ages 3 years old - 6th grade. For more information and to register online, visit vbspro.events/p/ogdenfumc.

Trustees Talk

Gary will be leading a group of volunteers to put rock in the two far south island beds and finish moving sprinkler lines. This will complete the goal in trying to make our plant and flower beds easier to maintain and more water efficient. Gary is planning to do this Saturday May 20th at 9:00 AM and will need man power (or woman power)! More details will be coming and of course everything outside is weather dependent. Strong backs, work gloves, shovels, knee pads, and wheel barrows welcome.

Spring has Sprung

We will still be needing volunteers to maintain the lawn during the summer (thank you to all who signed up) Remember the lawn needs to be mowed on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday.

We still need volunteers to maintain our lovely church garden beds. Even though some of our beds now require less care they still need weeding. Than you to those who planted the beautiful flowers and trees in years past – They are gorgeous! Watch for the sign-up sheets for flower beds and lawn or contact the church office @ 801-393-5662 or if you wish to help.

Attention Students:

The 2017 William H. & LaDean Stobaugh Scholarship Application is available on the church website. Completed applications are due to the church office or to the United Methodist Men no later than June 11.

Women’s Spiritual Retreat

The 2017 Women’s Spiritual Retreat will take place Friday, June 2 through Sunday, June 4 at Pinecliff Camp. The theme will be “Telling Our Beautiful and Messy Stories” and will be led by Rev. Dr. Judy DeBres. Join us for a weekend of rejoicing in God’s love, grace, and fellowship with Sisters in Christ! Registration Forms along with a tentative schedule, cost information, and contact information are available in the narthex. Registration Deadline is May 26.

Elementary Camp at Pinecliff

Grade K-6 ~ July 17-21 ~ Cost $180 by June 30 (after July 1, $215)

Pinecliff Camp is located about one hour from Ogden, in the foothills of the Uinta Mountains. Campers will join in cross-age family groups and same-age cabin groups for activities. Explore God’s presence in all aspects of life, meet old and new friends in singing, stories and sharing. Parents of Kindergarten and First Grade campers are welcome to attend as counselors. Campership are available to help offset costs. See Brenda for more information or email .

The United Methodist Women

The UMW May Mission emphasis is UMCOR—United Methodist Committee On Relief. This is a church-wide emphasis not restricted to United Methodist Women, although the collection of items for relief kits, until recent years, rested with UMW. Bulk buying power makes monetary donations more practical. United Methodist Women invite everyone to join in donating during May to the monthly mission emphasis, the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR). Every dollar collected will be sent to UMCOR. The UMCOR West Depot in Salt Lake City is the collection facility and the shipping facility for humanitarian relief supplies and kits. Specific countries and churches inside the United States may request kits/supplies to meet needs created by natural disasters, floods, armed conflicts, or displaced persons.Every dollar assists with humanitarian supplies,with administrative costs and shipping costs supplied by the One Great Hour of Sharing offering. We are amazed at the spirit of cooperation and generosity expressed in recent years. The opportunities to help meet specific needs are endless through giving to UMCOR!

Summer Special Musicians Needed

The Chancel Choir and Bell Tones will be on summer vacation, so we need lots of talented people to provide special music May 29 – September 3. Sign up on the clipboard during worship or call or email the church office. Speak with Karen Miller, if you need an accompanist.

Heritage Memorial Sunday

On Sunday, May 28, First UMC will honor those persons who have 50 years or more of membership in FUMC. We will also dedicate any memorials added to our church in the past 12 months. If you are one of our long-time members or you have been involved in a memorial contribution, please plan to attend worship that Sunday.

Elementary Camp at Pinecliff

Grade K-6 ~ July 17-21 ~ Cost $180 by June 30 (after July 1, $215)

Pinecliff Camp is located about one hour from Ogden, in the foothills of the Uinta Mountains. Campers will join in cross-age family groups and same-age cabin groups for activities. Explore God’s presence in all aspects of life, meet old and new friends in singing, stories and sharing. Parents of Kindergarten and First Grade campers are welcome to attend as counselors. Campership are available to help offset costs. See Brenda for more information or email .

The United Methodist Women

The UMW May Mission emphasis is UMCOR—United Methodist Committee On Relief. This is a church-wide emphasis not restricted to United Methodist Women, although the collection of items for relief kits, until recent years, rested with UMW. Bulk buying power makes monetary donations more practical. United Methodist Women invite everyone to join in donating during May to the monthly mission emphasis, the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR). Every dollar collected will be sent to UMCOR. The UMCOR West Depot in Salt Lake City is the collection facility and the shipping facility for humanitarian relief supplies and kits. Specific countries and churches inside the United States may request kits/supplies to meet needs created by natural disasters, floods, armed conflicts, or displaced persons.Every dollar assists with humanitarian supplies,with administrative costs and shipping costs supplied by the One Great Hour of Sharing offering. We are amazed at the spirit of cooperation and generosity expressed in recent years. The opportunities to help meet specific needs are endless through giving to UMCOR!

Summer Special Musicians Needed

The Chancel Choir and Bell Tones will be on summer vacation, so we need lots of talented people to provide special music May 29 – September 3. Sign up on the clipboard during worship or call or email the church office. Speak with Karen Miller, if you need an accompanist.

Heritage Memorial Sunday

On Sunday, May 28, First UMC will honor those persons who have 50 years or more of membership in FUMC. We will also dedicate any memorials added to our church in the past 12 months. If you are one of our long-time members or you have been involved in a memorial contribution, please plan to attend worship that Sunday.

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