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REPLAY Community Concert feat. Catherine (Cathy) Cargill Koch

by Jacob JunckerNews 11/08/202411/08/2024Comments are Disabled

On October 5, Catherine (Cathy) Cargill Koch performed a Community Concert @FranklinUMC. It was a gorgeous and inspirational evening. Franklin.tv recorded the event to be shared more broadly in our community. Below you will find photos from the concert, the Concert Program, and a full recording of the program. Acknowledgements Community Concerts @FranklinUMC are organized …

Volunteers Needed! // Community Closet @FranklinUMC

by Jacob JunckerCommunity Programs & Events, News 10/30/2024Comments are Disabled

The Community Closet has been extremely successful and busy over the last few months. Our Fall Fashion Fling was an incredible success during the Harvest Festival. We have started opening up, on occasion, for the groups that meet at the Franklin UMC. We are open to the public for shopping on the first and third …

SAVE THE DATE! November 16, 2024

by Jacob JunckerCommunity Programs & Events, Events, News 10/28/2024Comments are Disabled

Save the date and plan to join us for a FREE candlelit Community Concert @FranklinUMC with StickMan Blue featuring Kaye Kelly on Saturday, November 16, at 7pm. We’ll have more information as the concert date gets closer. We hope you’ll help spread the word about this concert. Feel free to download the event poster here. …

Holiday Baskets for the Franklin Food Pantry

by secretaryCommunity Programs & Events, News 09/19/202409/19/2024Comments are Disabled

This year Franklin United Methodist Church will be collecting hot chocolate mix (box of 8 envelopes) to be included in the meal baskets. The goal is 125 boxes. These go to the Franklin Food Pantry for their annual holiday food baskets. Donations are due to the church by Monday, October 14. They can be dropped …

Faith & Facts || Environmental Justice: Climate

by secretaryDiscussion Starter, News 09/12/202409/12/2024Comments are Disabled

On Sunday, September 15, we reflect upon the question: “Do we care about God’s creation?” The United Methodist General Board of Church and Society has created a “Climate Justice” flyer (below) that speaks to our United Methodist understanding of how we are to care for the environment as part of our lived faith.

Community Concert feat. Catherine (Cathy) Cargill Koch || Saturday, October 5, 2024

by Jacob JunckerCommunity Programs & Events, Events, News 09/12/202409/11/2024Comments are Disabled

Join us for a FREE Community Concert @FranklinUMC featuring Catherine (Cathy) Cargill Koch on Saturday, October 5, at 7pm. Franklin United Methodist Church (UMC) is located at 82 W. Central Street, Franklin (MA). Parking is available in the parking lot between the church and the Franklin Historical Museum. Free street parking is available on East …

Fall Fashion Fling || September 28, 2024

by Jacob JunckerCommunity Programs & Events, News 09/11/2024Comments are Disabled

Join us at Franklin UMC for a fall fling! Refresh your wardrobe, connect with neighbors, and build community! Everyone’s invited to discover new treasures! This event will be primarily inside the church building, with a few things outside. All items are FREE. This event is part of the Community Closet @FranklinUMC. The Community Closet collects …

Christianity & Patriotism: A Discussion

by Jacob JunckerNews 09/09/2024Comments are Disabled

Join Rev. Doreen Oughton (Franklin Federated Church), Rev. Kathy McAdams (St. John’s Episcopal Church), and Pastor Jacob Juncker (Franklin United Methodist Church) for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of faith and patriotism! Date: Wednesday, October 2Time: 7-8:30pLocation: In-person at Franklin United Methodist Church (82 West Central Street, Franklin) and In-person virtually via Google Meet. …

Overdose Awareness Vigil || August 31, 2024

by Jacob JunckerNews 08/31/202409/04/2024Comments are Disabled

2,125 people have died of an overdose in Massachusetts over the course of the past year. On Saturday, August 31, 2024, at 6pm, Pastor Jacob participated in the Overdose Awareness Vigil organized by the SAFE Coalition on the Franklin Town Common. You can find a full audio recording of the event on Franklin Matters. As …

Flooring Update & Alt-Worship on 9/1

by Jacob JunckerNews 08/30/202408/30/2024Comments are Disabled

Dear Franklin UMC members and friends, One of the projects of our Phase II Capital Campaign was to refinish the sanctuary. Earlier this year, we repaired the sanctuary ceiling and painted the walls. This week, we refinished the hardwood floors and replaced the carpets on the main floor of the facility. The floors look gorgeous! …