Resuming (Yearlong) Series: The Gospel of Matthew
In 2023, Franklin UMC will be doing a close reading and inductive study of Matthew’s gospel. Join us!
Capital Campaign: Vote to Move Forward
Dear Franklin UMC members and friends, On Sunday, August 27, following worship at 10am, we will hold a community conversation about our proposed capital campaign and take a congregational vote to “move forward with a capital campaign using Horizons Stewardship.” At the last Church Council meeting on Sunday, July 16, 2023, we reviewed the “Feasibility-Readiness …
We are looking for your input!
Please take a moment to fill out the survey below from the Committee on Ministry. The Committee on Ministry plans, implements, and evaluates the ministries of the church. Their primary responsibility is to empower the congregation to be ministers for the sake of the church’s mission and vision. Thank you for your input! Having trouble …
What day is it?
Dear Franklin UMC members and friends, It is Wednesday! As we turn our eyes to the weekend, I want to remind you that this Saturday (7/22) we will be having a community-wide cookout. This event is completely FREE. Come enjoy a burger and/or hot dog and the fellowship of the community. Bring a chair or …
This Sunday (7/2/23): Making Lemonade Out of Lemons
Dear members and friends of Franklin United Methodist Church, As most of you are aware, we have been watching a series of loose acoustic tiles on the sanctuary ceiling. For the last seven months, the Resource Committee has been in dialogue with our insurance company. A claim was made for the ceiling. The claim against …
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This Weekend at the Church and Around Town
Dear members and friends of Franklin United Methodist Church, This weekend is a busy weekend at the church and around town. Here’s some of what’s going on… On Friday, is the Franklin Farmer’s Market from 2-6pm on the Franklin Town Common. It is also the first “Concert on the Common” which will run from 3:30-8pm. …
Summer Cookouts 2023
The Franklin United Methodist Church will be hosting a series of FREE community cookouts throughout the summer/fall of 2023. We setup in the grassy lot at the end of our parking lot. All are invited to attend. This is a great time to meet members of the community. NOTE: there are no religious elements attached …
Stories of the Faith (Summer Series)
The Christian tradition has, from the very beginning with its roots in Judaism, relied upon story to both share the faith and guide people in their faith. Using a children’s story bible, The Beginner’s Bible (Zondervan, 2005), we will spend the summer reading stories of the faith. Reference the handout below for your own study …
Defining Our Generation (and our facility)
On Sunday, May 21, 2023, a presentation was made explaining the current needs of our facility and the work that has been done to begin addressing them. Below you will find the gist of that presentation. To view the entire 20-minute presentation along with all supplemental materials including a case statement, notes from the most …
Special Service & Discussion (5/21/23)
Dear members and friends of Franklin United Methodist Church, I am writing a quick note of invitation requesting your attendance on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at 10am, for worship, brunch, and a congregational meeting where we will begin discussion about the future of our facility. Over the last several months, the Resource Committee has …