This article was written by Alan Earls, originally titled “Hometown History #23: Methodists Celebrate Founding Milestones,” and posted to Franklin Observer on January 29, 2022. The full article has been included below as originally published. You can find Alan’s blog, Franklin Observer, and the original article here. Only a generation after the reign of Congregationalist …
HELP US WELCOME AN AFGHAN REFUGEE FAMILY TO FRANKLIN AREA THIS WEEK! We have just learned that there is a family flying into Worcester this Friday 1/21/22 who was targeted by the Taliban and is in need of temporary housing as they transition to their new lives in the US. If anyone has a lead …
Midweek discussions with Pastor Jacob will resume on Wednesday, January 12 at 7pm. This small group meets most Wednesdays at 7pm and lasts for approximately one hour. Discussion topics vary, but typically revolve around Sunday morning worship themes. All are welcome to participate. This small group will meet virtually ONLY through the end of February. …
Dear friends and members of Franklin United Methodist Church, I can’t get the song out of my head. Christmas and the New Year are quickly approaching, I can’t shake the refrain of Europe’s 1986 classic, “The Final Countdown.” Your lucky the synthesizer music does not translate well into text. We’re in the final countdown to …
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Upcoming Events & Opportunities Midweek Discussion w/ Pastor Jacob Join Pastor Jacob on Wednesday at 7pm as we discuss upcoming readings and themes for Sunday worship. This group meets in-person in the vestry and virtually. Virtual participants can join the gathering by going to https://meet.google.com/txp-ndfa-ivu) or by calling 1-440-467-1448, the PIN is 220 679 745#. Book …
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This coming Sunday (November 28), we begin the season of Advent. Advent is an invitation. For many, it is the invitation to get into that Christmas spirit, to count down the days to the grand celebration, and let the holiday transform everything around us. We’re not all about Christmas, the holiday, December 25, with all …
Upcoming Events & Opportunities To view the church calendar, go to franklinumc.org/calendar. Midweek Discussion w/ Pastor Jacob Join Pastor Jacob on Wednesday at 7pm as we discuss upcoming readings and themes for Sunday worship. This group meets in-person in the vestry and virtually. Virtual participants can join the gathering by going to https://meet.google.com/txp-ndfa-ivu) or by calling …
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Poinsettia Order On Christmas Eve we will have our sanctuary decorated with poinsettias. These flowers can be purchased and dedicated “In Memory of…” or “In Honor or…” . There will be a list of honoraria and memorials included in the Christmas eve bulletin. Each poinsettia is $20 and can be ordered through Sunday November 28th. …
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Dear members and friends of Franklin United Methodist Church, This year marks an important anniversary for the Franklin United Methodist Church. 150 years ago, a small group of individuals regathered and committed to starting a church. This was the second attempt at starting a Methodist community of faith in Franklin. The first attempt began in …
Due to the wet weather forecasted for tomorrow, the Trunk or Treat event will be moving indoors! Masks for all persons (ages 2+) regardless of vaccination status is required inside our facility. A limited supply of masks will be supplied at the door. No hot dogs will be served due to the change of location. …