When I accepted the calling to ordained ministry, I clearly remember calling my parents, to share that decision with them. My mother answered the phone and I quickly told her of my decision. My announcement was met with an uncharacteristic silence (my mother was very verbal). I waited. And waited. Finally, she spoke. “What are…
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First United Methodist Church of Hurst is an open community of Christian disciples seeking to live out the unconditional love of God as revealed in Jesus the Christ.
Do-Be-Do-Be-Do – BE!
I have a large rock in my office that says, “The best way to do is to be.” Yes, it sounds like one of those powerfully wise, mind-blowing thoughts that needs pondering – and even then we may walk away and think, “Wait, what?!” I am often a “Do-er.” I am constantly thinking of the…
Understanding Gen Z in the Church
Gen Z’s need action. They need to see that adults believe in them. If you believe in our students, if you want them to feel a sense of belonging and purpose in the church, then Matt Rodgers wants to talk to you. Email him at mrodgers@fumchurst.org.
Welcome
Now, I know that we all know that welcoming people and being hospitable are important characteristics of ourselves as a Christian community – and in general we are very friendly people. But if you are like me, maybe we all need to be reminded again.
Waking Up from Playing Possum
Laugh Possum is a great game for turning frustration or grumpiness into joy. The kids might have been uncomfortable in the car or hungry or tired, but nothing ever matters when Laugh Possum commences. By the end of the first round, the entire family is overflowing with laughter.
Diversity VISA and French Speaking African Immigrants in Hurst-Euless-Bedford Metro Area
Can we all work together to ensure that Diversity Visa (DV) French speaking immigrants from Africa have access to and receive appropriate services?
Post It Notes are the Best!
Post It Notes are the best. They come in all different sizes and colors. They’re convenient when you want to jot down a phone number or a short grocery list. And, they stick to almost anything!!! I love Post Its and always have a stash of them around because I’ve been known to use an…
Coaching Softball
I’ve been working on something new in my spare time. My daughter’s softball team needed a head coach…
The What and Why of Children’s Discipleship at FUMC Hurst
I shared these things at the parent meeting the other night and I’ve realized that some of you may be new around here, or maybe we just haven’t had these conversations in a while, so I thought I’d take this opportunity to share a few things about Children’s Discipleship so that our entire congregation knows…
A Few Things About Me
I was quite nervous about my first blog post. I just wasn’t sure what to say. I asked around the office and was told that I could write about anything, to be creative…So, here goes nothing.
I See You. You Are Not Alone. Thank You!
As many as I see and thank God for what they are doing, I often wonder about all the others I don’t see.
Olympic Spirit
This is not news to many of you: I love the Olympics! It doesn’t make much sense considering how very un-athletic I am, but I have been drawn to the Summer and Winter Games since childhood. There is something about watching people who have spent years training for one moment. I’m always so proud of…
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