Milk ‘n Honey 20th Anniversary
In celebration of the 20th Anniversary of Milk ‘n Honey, we are highlighting this important ministry in The Methodist Witness. Be sure to read about the history and life-changing programs that they are offering. In the coming months, stay tuned for success stories that, with the support of First Church, have become a reality. Milk and Honey has four major programs starting with our After School Tutoring program. The program provides services to 25 children, Monday through Thursday, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Services include academic tutoring, counseling, computer training, and a weekly Bible study. Volunteers help with basic reading ...
Confirmation Class 2012
Congratulations to the 2012 Confirmation Class at First United Methodist Church of Pensacola, who were confirmed on Sunday, April 16th. The class of thirty four (34) includes: Tyler Jon Aulger, Coulson Todd Barfield, Julia Katherine Best, Rebecca Ann Bonner, Kassidi Layne Covan, Lowry Jay Denty, Jr., Mollie Putman Donovan, Evan Liam Gellatly, Gregory Thomas Girouard, Eleanor Louise Harris, Trent McSween Jeffcoat, Corbin David-Aaron Jillard, Tayler A. Jones, Morgan Cassidy Keck, Peyton Elise Kozma, Anna Jordan Luth, Evelyn Christine Odom, Aidan Patterson, LiAna Nicole Patterson, Macy Leeann Peaden, Jacob Rabon, Griffin H. Reedy, Luke Anthony Reosti, Allyson Gwynne Shumpert, Savannah Blane Tatum, Haylee Nichole Thomas, Cailey Brianna Thompson, Grace Thompson, Helen Bassett Trawick, James Davis Tyler, Maxwell Karic Wenzel, Lauren Elizabeth Wheelis, Matthew John Whitlock, and Marshall Kent Woodfin. The official 2012 Confirmation Portrait (pictured above) is ...
Youth Talent Concert and Dinner
Join us on June 3rd for a wonderful fundraiser including the Youth Talent Concert and Dinner to benefit our youth and the 2012 Youth Choir Tour. At 6 PM a delicious gourmet meal will be served in The Wright Place for you to enjoy before the Talent Show. Their is a cost for the meal and reservations are required. Directly following the dinner at 7:00 PM, the youth will be presenting the Youth Talent Concert in Wesley Abbey. The talent concert (free and open to the public) is a wonderful event featuring the diverse talents of our wonderful youth. Also ...
Vacation Bible School
Sunday, June 10th 4:30-7:30 p.m. & Monday, June 11th - Thursday, June 14th 9:00 a.m.-12 noon Your VBS Team is planning a soarin’ good time for children ages 3 (as of Sept.1st 2011) - completed 4th grade. It will include some of our usuals, but be on the lookout for a few new and exciting additions including Family Takeoff Night. This year we will kickoff our VBS with a Family Night where parents are invited to attend with their kids. Together kids and adults will enjoy a " typical" VBS day where they can experience the music, the crafts, the Bible ...
Summer Activities for Children, Tweens, and Youth
CHILDREN: Ruby Ring May 19th 2nd-4th grade girls and their moms Vacation Bible School June 10th - 14th, 9:00 a.m. - 12 Noon Age 3- 5th Grade Family Nights June 15th, July 15th, August 15th Elementary Summer Camp July 16th - 21st, Current 3rd and 4th Graders Blue Lake Camp - Babylon 2012 Worship Arts Camp August 6th -10th, 9:00 a.m. - 12 Noon For K-5th graders Kids Camp Night June 29th; 4:00 - 8:30 p.m. Current K – 1st and 2nd graders Preschool Storytime July 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, 9:30 -11:00 a.m. Summer Devos for 2nd, 3rd and 4th graders June 20th, 27th, July 11th, 25th TWEENS: Summer Splash - June 10th - 14th A week of messy fun, swimming and bible study. We ...
Trip to the Holy Land
You are invited to join Bishop Paul Leeland and the Alabama - West Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church on a 10-day tour of the Holy Land, departing January 23, 2013. The tour includes Jerusalem, Bethlehem and the Sea of Galilee, with additional excursions available. Discounts are available if your register early. View a detailed brochure of the trip If you are interested in participating in this incredible opportunity with Bishop Leeland and others from First Church, please contact Jeb Hunt at jebhunt@pensacolafirstchurch.com or Rev. Mary Ann Gantt at mgantt@pensacolafirstchurch.com.
News/Coming Events
Youth Talent Concert and DinnerJoin us on June 3rd for a wonderful fundraiser including the Youth Talent Concert and Dinner to benefit our youth and the 2012 Youth Choir Tour. At...
Vacation Bible SchoolSunday, June 10th 4:30-7:30 p.m. & Monday, June 11th – Thursday, June 14th 9:00 a.m.-12 noon Your VBS Team is planning a soarin’ good...
Trip to the Holy LandYou are invited to join Bishop Paul Leeland and the Alabama – West Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church on a 10-day tour of the Holy...
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