Defining Our Generation: A Season of Restoration, Renewal, and Remarkable Progress

Every generation of Franklin Methodists has faced its moment–the moment when the future of the church depended on the faith, courage, and generosity of its people. As Rev. Robert Durkee once wrote, “Every generation is the heir to those who have gone on before them. And so too, every generation in some way determins the …

Halfway through 2026: A Season of Momentum at Franklin UMC

We’ve officially crossed the halfway mark of 2026, and what a season it has been. So much has moved, shifted, and grown in the life of Franklin UMC that it’s worth pausing to celebrate before we step into the heart of summer. Spring Highlights: A Quarter Full of Life Spring brought a fresh wave of …

🌱 Q1 Highlights at Franklin UMC: Growing, Serving, and Building What’s Next

As the first quarter of 2026 comes to a close, Franklin UMC is buzzing with movement, gratitude, and hope. These first few months of 2026 have been full of neighbors served, ministries strengthened, and major steps forward in our long‑term vision for a more accessible, community-centered church. We’re excited to share a few highlights that …

Faith as We Define Our Generation || Capital Campaign Update

Pastor Jacob, on Sunday, March 8, reflected on the journey of the Israelites as they followed God’s command through the wilderness, facing challenges yet witnessing divine provision at every step (see Exodus 17:1-7). See the full reflection below. Much like the congregation of Israelites in the book of Exodus, our church community is embarking on …

February 12, 2026 || History is made…

Today marked a milestone moment at Franklin UMC. Ground was officially broken for the new addition—an exciting step in the Phase III renovations of our Defining Our Generation capital campaign. While work on the lower level has been underway for several weeks (see the February 6 progress photo below), today’s groundbreaking is especially historic: it …

Defining Our Generation | UPDATE (January 11, 2026)

Two years ago, we embarked on a journey that we believed would define our generation. The last two years have been filled with joy and hard work; and, today, we are pleased to announce that we are on track to “reaching the summit” in the next year. Check out this update on our fundraising progress …

Defining Our Generation || Capital Campaign Update (Jan. 2025)

Dear Franklin UMC members and friends, In February of 2024, we launched the “Defining Our Generation: Phase II” Capital Campaign with the hopes of raising $300,000 in gifts and pledges to pay for renovations to the sanctuary, update the HVAC system, and increase the church’s endowment.  I want to give you a quick update sharing …

#GivingTuesday & Preserving History

Tricia Prewitt is a member of the Franklin United Methodist Church (UMC). She has been actively researching the church’s history as part of the Defining Our Generation: Phase II Capital Campaign. Contributing to the Franklin UMC assists the church in its work. It also helps to preserve a vital part of Franklin’s history. The Franklin …

Phase II Capital Campaign: 21-Day Devotional

As part of our Phase II: Defining Our Generation capital campaign, you are encouraged to pray “God, what do you want to do through me?” This campaign is an ambitious effort to stabilize the exteriror of our facility, renovate the sanctuary, update our HVAC system, and strengthen the endowment. Everyone is being challenged to pray …

Phase II Capital Campaign: Our Prayer

Almighty God,We thank you for the gift of this churchand the opportunities, past and present,to deepen our relationship with you,grow in Christ,and reach out in love to others. As we look to the future,we ask, with a little bit of fearand a whole lot of excitement“God, what do you want to do through me?” We …