Our church is hosting a musical performance by the Whitehouse Wind Symphony in our sanctuary on December 4th at 3 pm. This event is open to all and free of charge! After the concert, from 5-7 pm, our church will be handing out free hot chocolate to members of our community during the Holiday Parade. …
Snow Days
He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.” (Revelation 21:5 NRSV) One unforeseen impact of our efforts to adjust to our pandemic reality might just be the death of the snow day. For those of us who are adults, …
There is an Acute Shortage
And this was his message: “After me comes the one more powerful than I, the straps of whose sandals I am not worthy to stoop down and untie. (Mark 1:7 NIV) “There is an acute shortage… of toilet paper.” Johnny Carson, the Tonight Show, Dec. 19, 1973 This second week in Advent we are spending …
Celebrate the Christmas Season at Flemington UMC
Christmas is a season of celebration, and we want to celebrate with you! Dec 1 – First Sunday of Advent worship service with Communion at 10:30 AM Dec 5 – Away in a Manger on Main Street Live Nativity from 5-8 PM Dec 7 – Christmas Craft Market, Soup Luncheon, Bake Sale, and Silent …
Away in a Manger on Main Street: A Live Nativity
Experience the sights, sounds, and excitement of the first Christmas on the front lawn of the Flemington United Methodist Church on December 5th from 5-8 p.m. Animals, magi, shepherds, and angels will look on as the baby Jesus rests in his manger bed. The church is hosting this event in conjunction with the Flemington Community …
Advent Small Group Study “Down to Earth” Beginning the First Week of December
Looking to get into the spirit of the season and go deeper in faithfulness as we approach Christmas once more? Join an Advent small group Bible study to learn about the great miracle that was the birth of Jesus and how we can respond to God’s great love today. Stop by the office to pick …
Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus…
…born to set thy people free; from our fears and sins release us, let us find our rest in thee. Israel’s strength and consolation, hope of all the earth thou art; dear desire of every nation, joy of every longing heart. -A Hymn of Charles Wesley A voice of one calling: “In the wilderness prepare …
Gifts and Gratitude
Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted; his glory is above earth and heaven. He has raised up a horn for his people, praise for all his faithful, for the people of Israel who are close to him. Praise the Lord! Psalm 148:13-14 This is the last Messenger of 2018, written here …
The Beauty of Offering a Welcome to All
While they were there, the time came for Mary to have her baby. She gave birth to her firstborn child, a son, wrapped him snugly, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the guestroom. Luke 2:6-7 These stories we revisit each Advent ripple with the propulsive energy carrying Mary and …
Hope We Can See
“With all my heart I glorify the Lord! In the depths of who I am I rejoice in God my savior. He has looked with favor on the low status of his servant. Look! From now on, everyone will consider me highly favored because the mighty one has done great things for me. Holy is …