Summer 2025 // Faith, Fellowship & Community

Stories of Faith & Summer Fellowship at Franklin UMC As the summer sun warms Franklin, we’re excited to invite you into a season of faith, fellowship, and community with Franklin United Methodist Church! Whether you’re seeking meaningful worship, heartfelt discussion, or vibrant local gatherings, there’s something for everyone. Stories of the Faith: A Summer Worship …

New hours at the Community Closet!

The Community Closet is shifting its hours to better serve our neighbors and better align with walk-in shopping hours at the Franklin Food Pantry. Starting on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, the Community Closet will be open every Tuesday from 12-2 PM. Download/Print a .pdf copy of the flyer here. Donations of gently used clothing and …

Book Discussion // Who Do We Choose to Be? (Perception)

Over the last several weeks, we have been reading Who Do We Choose to Be? Facing Reality, Claiming Leadership, Restoring Sanity (Oakland, CA: Berrett-Koehler, 2023) by Margaret J. Wheatley. Our discussion group was cancelled last Wednesday (May 28) and is cancelled again this week (June 4). We will meet to discuss Chapter 4, “Perception,” on …

Spring Fashion Fling

Revamp your wardrobe without spending a dime! Join us for the Spring Fashion Fling on Friday, June 13, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Discover “new-to-you” clothing in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re looking to refresh your style or simply browse treasures waiting for a new home—this event is the perfect chance to do …

Book Discussion // Who Do We Choose to Be? (Information)

Join us in dialogue and discussion, Wednesday at 7 pm EST, as we look at Chapter 3, “Information,” from Who Do We Choose to Be? Facing Reality, Claiming Leadership, Restoring Sanity (Oakland, CA: Berrett-Koehler, 2023) by Margaret J. Wheatley. The dialogue and discussion will happen in person virtually using Google Meet. To join, go to …

Book Discussion // Who Do We Choose to Be? (Identity)

Join us in dialogue and discussion, Wednesday at 7 pm EST, as we look at Chapter 2, “Identity,” from Who Do We Choose to Be? Facing Reality, Claiming Leadership, Restoring Sanity (Oakland, CA: Berrett-Koehler, 2023) by Margaret J. Wheatley. The dialogue and discussion will happen in person virtually using Google Meet. To join, go to …

Book Discussion // Who Do We Choose to Be? (The Arrow of Time)

Join us in dialogue and discussion, Wednesday at 7 pm EST, as we look at Chapter 1, “The Arrow of Time,” from Who Do We Choose to Be? Facing Reality, Claiming Leadership, Restoring Sanity (Oakland, CA: Berrett-Koehler, 2023) by Margaret J. Wheatley. The dialogue and discussion will happen in person virtually using Google Meet. To …

Book Discussion // Who Do We Choose to Be? (The Opening)

Join us in dialogue and discussion, Wednesday at 7 pm EST, as we look at “The Opening” from Who Do We Choose to Be? Facing Reality, Claiming Leadership, Restoring Sanity (Oakland, CA: Berrett-Koehler, 2023) by Margaret J. Wheatley. The dialogue and discussion will happen in person virtually using Google Meet. To join, go to https://meet.google.com/txp-ndfa-ivu, …

New Book & Worship Series || Who Do We Choose to Be?

We live in a world dominated by massive social change, ecological collapse, and threats to our democracy. It is hard to know what to do, how to react, and find meaningful ways to respond. In Who Do We Choose to Be? Facing Reality, Claiming Leadership, Restoring Sanity, Margaret J. Wheatley challenges us be “warriors of …

Updated Website & Brochure // Community @FranklinUMC

The Community @FranklinUMC has been growing. We’re seeing increased attendance at concerts and the closet; and, as we interact with more people, we’re looking for new ways to communicate all that we’re doing. We’ve been working hard to update our website. Check it out–franklinumc.org/community! It is still a work in progress; but, there’s a lot …