
Weekly Announcements & Schedule
Prayer at First Methodist
We are a praying church! Thank you for keeping the concerns and praises of our congregation, our community, and the world in your daily communication with the Lord. We have a monthly prayer and healing service on the third Monday of each month at 6:00 PM. Request prayer at any time by going to fmcmarblefalls.com/prayer, emailing prayerlist@fmcmarblefalls.com, or calling the Church Office at (830)-693-4341 during office hours.
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Online Prayer List - We are a praying church and welcome all your prayer concerns. Please be aware that in order to keep the Online Prayer List updated, all requests and/or names will stay for one month and then rotate off unless the office is notified. If you want to add or remove any request/person from the prayer list, please call the office at 830-693-4341.
Music Ministry This Fall
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Joyful Choir - Tuesday, Sept. 12th rehearsals resume from 3:45-5:00 PM for 1st - 5th grades. Register your children at fmcmarblefalls.com/music.
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Chancel Choir Workshop - Saturday, September 16 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Music Suite and Fellowship Hall
For anyone interested in singing in the choir on Sundays or for singing the Christmas Cantata scheduled for December 10. Email Greg Gathright at gg@fmcmarblefalls.com.
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Block Party 2023-2024
Begins September 13 | Wednesdays | 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM | FMC Marble Falls
Block Party is a FREE after-school, faith-based program designed to guide children toward spiritual maturity by showing them what God's love really means. Block Party is for grades Kindergarten through 4th Grade (New 5th Grade Pre-Teen Ministry!), and meets September - December and then from January - May. We bus students in from Marble Falls Elementary and Colt using MFISD buses. We've made a few positive changes this year and are always working towards enhancing the program overall.
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5th Grade will be picked up and bused in along with K-4th. Then they will be given a snack before joining alongside 6th grade youth.
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Students participate in a large group setting for music, story, and snacks before grade-base smaller groups rotate between mission-based and/org take-home crafts and then games and hang-out time.
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Spots are limited this year, so sign up now at fmcmarblefalls.com/blockparty!
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Pre-Teen Ministry!!!!
We are starting a Pre-Teen Ministry for 5th graders as a beginning of their partnering with the 6th grade level with activities during Block Party! Our first day of this transition will be Wednesday, September 13 from 3:30 -5:00 pm for the kids. We ask that you be in prayer for the success of this new ministry!
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Block Party NEEDS Volunteers
Adults needed for guides, games, snacks, registration, skits/storytelling, and bus riders starting September 13. Volunteers are needed from 3:00 - 5:30 PM for both Block Party & the NEW Pre-Teen Ministry. Please contact stephanie@fmcmarblefalls.com.
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Block Party Volunteers!!!!
There will be a meeting for all Block Party Volunteers on Wednesday, September 6th at 4:00 PM in Kids’ Corner. We would love to see you all at this very informational meeting.
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YOUTH FALL SCHEDULE
Our Fall Schedule has resumed with students meeting in the Youth Area in the Gym:
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High School - Sunday evenings at 6:00 PM
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Middle School - Wednesday evenings at 4:00 PM
If you have any questions, contact Allen at 361-443-9668, allen@fmcmarblefalls.com.
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Flu Vaccine Clinic (HEB Flu Shots)
Tuesday, September 26 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | FMC Fellowship Hall
In partnership with HEB Pharmacy, FMC Marble Falls offers their yearly community Flu Vaccine Clinic. For more information, visit vaccine.heb.com or call HEB Pharmacy at 830-693-4810 for more information. Wear short sleeves! All are welcomed to participate.
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Wesley Respite Center Has Openings
The Center is taking applications for participants with early stages of dementia and living at home. This community benefit includes a program, games, exercise, lunch, and singing with each participant being paired with a volunteer for activities and making friendships. This gives families and caregivers an opportunity to have some time away. We meet here every Thursday, 9:30-1:30 PM. It is free, however, donations are greatly appreciated. Contact Allie Bennett, Director, at 512-639-2295 for more information.
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Altar Flower Calendar
Visit the Altar Flower Calendar in the Narthex at the Welcome Desk to order flowers in memory or in honor/celebration of an event or person. Simply place your name beside the date you want to reserve, and the office will contact you for further information. Arrangements start at $65.00. Reminder: If you take the flower arrangement home, please remove the arrangement from the white container. Take only the arrangement with you. Thank you.
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RightNow Media
Are you looking for Christian Media resources Right Now?
Well, Right Now, we have the Christian Media you're looking for!!! We are pleased to present Right Now Media, as a resource for learning, studying and devotionals for you and/or your family. Sign up, tune in, and be filled with this free gift from our church!
Stay Connected - Get the Church Emails
Go to fmcmarblefalls.com/contact-us to sign up to receive church emails like our daily prayer list, weekly newsletter, or general all-church announcements.
SERVE - Volunteer
All current opportunities are available at the Welcome Desk and fmcmarblefalls.com/volunteer.
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Come Join the Fall 2023 Block Party!
Fall Block Party, our church's after-school, faith-based program for children from Kindergarten through 4th grade, will begin on Wednesday, September 13th from 3:30-5:00 PM. We need volunteers for guides, games, snacks, registration, skits/storytelling, and bus riders. We are also looking for volunteers for the new Pre-Teen Ministry that will launch at the beginning of this year's Block Party! Volunteers are needed from 3:00 - 5:30 PM. Please contact stephanie@fmcmarblefalls.com.
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Wednesday Night Supper
Suppers begin on September 13. If you belong to a group that would like to help prepare the suppers, please notify us by calling the church office at 830-693-4341 or Melody Pauling at 806-787-1845.
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Early Christian Awareness (ECA) Needs Helpers
For the 18 mo. - 3 years old age children during Sunday School hour 10-11 AM. This is a special program that has been a part of our church for decades. Please email if you can help to stephanie@fmcmarblefalls.com.
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Volunteers are Needed for Kids' Church on Sundays
Volunteers are needed during both the 8:45 AM & 11:15 AM services. Everything is already done but extra hands are needed. Contact stephanie@fmcmarblefalls.com.
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Wesley Respite Center needs VOLUNTEERS!!
We need YOU! The Wesley Respite Center is a FREE program for those with dementia who live at home with their caregivers and is held on Thursdays from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. With an increase of participants, we’re asking for volunteers to help make a positive difference in those lives. If you can lend a helping hand, please contact Allie Bennett, Director, at 512-639-2295. Join us in making a difference in our community!
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Support Healing Hearts with Helping Hands Ministry
Healing Hearts with Helping Hands (formerly Prayer Shawl Ministry) has comfort items available to serve our congregation. Items are crafted by church members, prepared, and prayed over for distribution by pastors and volunteers. Our outreach serves those grieving, in hospitals, care facilities, homebound, and adults and children with special needs. We need your help as volunteers, fabric donations, yarn, and/or monetary donations.
If you know of anyone needing support, please contact the church office. Please contact Vicki Rapp at 303-324-3388 or vickirapp@att.net if you would like to volunteer.
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Scripture Readers Needed!
Please sign up on the poster in the foyer if you are interested in reading scriptures on Sundays for June through August.
SERVE - Outreach
All current opportunities are available at the Welcome Desk and fmcmarblefalls.com/serve.​
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Beat the Heat Donations Needed
We are collecting donations of bottled water and Gatorade for our first responders and community homeless as well as box fans for the Helping Center to aid those in need during the hot summer temperatures. Please drop off donations to the Narthex (foyer) of the church.
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Free CERT Training Classes
Begins Thursday, October 5 | 6:30 - 9:30 PM
Burnet County Office of Emergency Management
Agri-Life, 607 N. Vandeveer St., South Wing, Room 14
7-week class for Community Emergency Response Team to include:
Home Safety Plan, Fire Extinguishers, Basic First Aid, Food Safety, Shelter Fundamentals & more! Go to burnetcountycert.org. Contact Derek Marchio at dmarchio@burnetcountytexas.org.
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School Reading Buddies Program Volunteers
Our local schools are looking for volunteers for help with their Reading Buddies program. This is a reading mentor program that you can be involved with. Registration is open. When asked about the church or organization you're with, you can indicate, First Methodist Church Marble Falls. To register please go to their website: https://www.education-connection.org
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The Helping Center - Canned Food Needed
The Helping Center is needing and accepting donations of canned goods at their location at 1016 Broadway Street in Marble Falls. You can also drop off donations at the church office. A list of needs and giving guidelines can be found at www.helpingcenter.org/give-food.
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​Highland Lakes Crisis Network
Lots of opportunities to volunteer by cooking, driving, helping with construction & clean up, and more! Fill out Volunteer Interest Form on their website to get connected.
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Feed My Sheep
We are in need of more casseroles for "Feed My Sheep." If you would like to make a casserole, please make them in an 8 x 8 foil pan and cover it with foil. Label what the casserole is; put the date made; instructions for cooking/heating. Put them in the freezer in the custodian closet in the Fellowship Hall.
If you or someone you know is in need of a casserole, please call or come by the church, and we will give you one. 830-693-4341.
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​Habitat for Humanity Framing!
New build starting at 707 Downs Street, Granite Shoals. Contact David Waldo at dwaldo19@gmail.com with any questions.
GROUPS
Visit fmcmarblefalls.com/groups or the Welcome Desk for information on our various small groups meeting throughout the week at the church and in homes.
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Grief Group Beginning Soon
We will be starting a Grief Group around the first week of October. If you are interested in attending this group, please call the office at 830-693-4341 or fill out the form on our website at fmcmarblefalls.com/groups.
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Morning Zoom Devotional
7:00 AM | Monday - Friday | Zoom
Zoom devotional meets every weekday at 7:00 AM. This includes prayer, morning devotional, and conversation. We do not record or share on any social media.
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Hillside Bible Study for Women
Thursdays | 3:30 PM | 402 | Contact Gloria Faucett
Fall study of "Rhythms of Renewal" by Rebekah Lyons.
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Stay Connected through Care Groups
FUMC Marble Falls wants to make sure our whole family is connected and cared for. Get your Care Group coordinator's contact information by calling Melody Pauling or the church office.
Weekly Schedule
Sunday, September 3
8:45 AM - Early Worship Service
10:00 AM - Sunday School
11:15 AM - Late Worship Service
6:00 PM - Due to Labor Day, no H. S. Youth Group
Monday, September 4
OFFICE CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY
6:30 PM - Al-Anon Newcomers, Parlor
7:30 PM - Al-Anon Family Group MF AA, 401, 402
Tuesday, September 5
5:00 PM - Parent Project, Fellowship Hall
5:30 PM - Blenders Rehearsal, Music Ste.
5:30 PM - Trustees Meeting, 404
6:00 PM - SPRC Meeting, 402
Wednesday, September 6
8:30 AM - Faithful Workouts, Kids' Corner
11:30 AM - Corporate Prayer, Chapel
4:00 PM - Middle School Youth Group, Youth Area
4:00 PM - Block Party Volunteer Info Mtg, Kids' Corner
5:30 PM - Firebell Rehearsal, Bell Room
6:45 PM - Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Music Ste.
7:30 PM - MF AA, 402
Thursday, September 7
9:30 AM - Wesley Respite, Kids' Corner
12:00 PM - Al-Anon Noon Meeting, 402
3:30 PM - Hillside Bible Study, 402
6:00 PM - Square Dancing, Fellowship Hall
6:00 PM - Men’s & Women’s AA, 401 & 402
6:30 PM - Overeaters Anonymous, 201
Friday, September 8
8:30 AM - Faithful Workouts, Kids' Corner
5:00 PM - Mission Outreach Meal Prep, Kitchen
7:00 PM - Narcotics Anonymous, 401
Saturday, September 9
8:00 AM - Mission Outreach Meals Deliv, Kitchen
7:30 PM - MF Alcoholics Anon, 401