7.17.26 FUMC Announcements

July 16, 2026

The Hell That Is Real
Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris
Luke 16:19-31
And now we will look at the Hell we build around us all the time – flowing from the way we treat each other in this life here.

DATES AT A GLANCE

Beer & Hymns - Sunday, July 19, 5PM
Karaoke Night - Sunday, August 2
Blessing of the Backpacks - Sunday, August 9
Back to School Dance - Sunday, August 9
Earth Day Fair - Saturday, August 22, 8:30AM-12PM


urgent announcements

Small Group Conversations about Land Begin
We are moving into the time when we will have small group discussions about the future of the land on the western end of our campus. If you are part of an existing small group (Daffodils, Koinonia, Methodist Men, Sunday school class), we are setting up times to visit those groups. If you are not, then please sign up for one of the additional small group times at this link. We want everyone's voice heard!


Small Bean Bag Donations Needed

VBS is right around the corner! We are collecting small bean bags (think corn hole bags). If your family would like to donate or let us borrow your set, please reach out to Lexie at 501-650-5626 or . Any amount will be appreciated! Thank you!

Family Ministries

Beer & Hymns in Tontitown | Sunday, July 19 at 5PM
This July, Beer & Hymns is seeing Stars & Stripes at our singalongs: a celebration of summer, connection, and the music that reminds us where we’ve been and helps carry us forward.
Our featured charity this month is Soldier Songs and Voices NWA, an organization creating spaces where veterans can connect through songwriting and creativity. Their work supports veterans’ mental health by helping people tell their stories, process experiences, and find connection through music.
Join us for an evening that’s joyful and rooted in showing up for one another.
All ages. All voices. All people welcome. Events are always free to attend.
Beer & Hymns brings people together to raise our glasses, raise our voices, and raise funds for organizations that change the world


Third Annual Earth Day Fair: Summer Edition!
Join us on Saturday, August 22, from 8:30 AM–12:00 PM for this free community event, which features local organizations, hands-on learning for all ages, family activities, gardening, wildlife, recycling, and more. Invite your friends and neighbors and help us celebrate, learn, connect, and care together.


Family Ministries


Youth Week
If you’re a student entering 7th-12th grade, we’d love for you to join us for a week of fun, service, and connection! Mark your calendars now and use this link to sign up!


Home Base
This summer, 7th–12th-grade students are invited into host homes for moments of connection—relaxed, intentional space for fellowship. Each night begins at 5:30, but check the specific week for the end time and location. Use this link to sign up!


announcements

Pastoral Needs for Next 2 Weeks
Pastor Ray will be on vacation from July 20-July 31. Pastor Michelle will be out of town for work from July 22-July 31, then she will be on vacation August 1-August 8. If you need pastoral care over the phone or via email or text, reach out to Pastor Michelle through July 31, and Pastor Ray from August 1-8. If you need in person care, call the Church Office and they will reach out to one of the pastors on call July 22-31.

Second Street Pantry Needs Bags!
The Second Street Pantry needs your plastic shopping bags! So save those Walmart, Harps, or Target bags and bring them to the church so they can put them to good reuse!

Share your Comments on the Land
Have some thoughts about what we could do with the land on the western side of our campus? Share your thoughts anytime at this link to be part of the conversation. If you wish to be anonymous, just type "anonymous" in the name blanks.

Keeping Up with the Land Discussion
As we discern our path as to what we should do with the land to the west side of our campus, you can keep up with all the information shared with the congregation, as well as provide your own input, by checking in on the website page dedicated to the discussion. You can find that page at this link. Thank you for sharing your voice and staying involved in this important church decision.


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