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to First United Methodist Church of Melbourne
First United Methodist Church is truly
a loving place to belong.
We have committed ourselves to remain a downtown church, serving in the community God placed us in over 120 years ago. Our heart is to be a servant church. Those who become a part of our community of faith are challenged to take seriously their discipleship by continuing to grow in faith and devotion to Jesus Christ. Within these pages are many opportunities to grow in our love of God and for one another.
If you are one to ask: "What can I do for the Church of Jesus Christ?" before you ask: "What can the Church of Jesus Christ do for me?" then this may be the church for you. Our church is an amazing, loving, intergenerational community focused on serving instead of being served. It is in our giving that we receive God's blessings. Our benefits are a by-product of being a beneficial part of the church. So First Church is not primarily an institution with benefits, but an institution that is beneficial to the community and the world. Christ has called us to go and to give, not sit and receive.
As Francis of Assisi prayed in the 13th Century so do we pray today:
Lord, make me an instrument of thy peace;
where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope
where there is darkness, light;
and where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
to be understood, as to understand;
to be loved as to love;
for it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.
You are invited to come join us in this loving walk of faith. Should you have any questions, our staff and pastors will be happy to speak with you. Call 321-723-6761
John's Journal
Faith Forensics
The sermon series on Faith Forensics has been well received.
The series asked: “If you were arrested for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you? The evidence being the fruit of the Spirit.”
It has been a challenge for me to examine my own soul, my own character and my own behavior in light of evidences of fruit from the Spirit of God that help to define a Christian.
Understanding Our Spiritual Gifts
God has given every Christian spiritual gifts for doing the work of the ministry in everyday life and through the church. When we identify and exercise our God-given spiritual gifts, we maximize our fulfillment with minimize frustration. First Church members can take the Spiritual Gifts Analysis online.
Cuba Mission Update
Cuba Mission trip planned for November
We are making plans to visit our sister church in Gibara, Cuba later this year. There will be an informational meeting to discuss plans and answer questions regarding this trip on Thursday, May 22 at 7:00 pm in the Life Enrichment Center, (LEC). The travel dates are set for November 29 - December 6.
If you are sensing God's call to participate as part of a team or get involved in other ways with this mission opportunity, or just want to know more about what's happening with the Methodist church in Cuba, please plan to attend this meeting. This years team membership needs to be finalized by the end of June. If you are unable to attend and would like more information about what our church is doing in Cuba please contact Ralph or Diana Masker.
First United Methodist Church of Melbourne
110 New Haven Avenue (US 192), Melbourne, FL 32901 | Office: (321) 723-6761