Advent 2025
Light in the Darkness
"What has come into being in him was life, and the life was the light of all people." 1 John 1:3-4
We wait with anxious hearts for the arrival of Christmas. Not just for the joy of presents and celebrations, but for the beacon of light that tells us we are not alone. Christmas is the annual reminder that God comes to us, bringing light to the dark places, hope to a weary world, and peace that endures all things.
“The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it.” John 1:5
Easter Story Walk
Mar 30-Apr 4, Playground Plaza
Bring your family during Holy Week to prepare for Easter morning! Walk through the story, Mary and the Gardener, to help your children understand the events around Jesus’s resurrection. You will experience the story of Easter and gather items to help remember and retell this important day of our faith.
Service of Baptism
Sat, Apr 4, 4-5 pm, Sanctuary
Join us for a special service of baptism for children, youth, and adults. If you are interested in baptism, please see our Baptism page to learn more about our monthly classes and scheduling a baptism for this or another service.
Easter Sunday Worship
Celebrate Easter in worship with us on April 5!
Traditional Worship - 8:30, 9:45, and 11am* in the Sanctuary, Dr. Clayton Oliphint, preaching
*Livestream available at fumcr.com/online
Modern Worship - 9:45 and 11am in the Worship & Arts Center, Rev. Allison Jean, preaching
No Sunday school for children, youth, or adults.
Extra parking on Sunday is available on the post office property immediate north of the church property. Enter from the southbound service road south of Arapaho.
Childcare will be available for ages 3 and younger.
Online Worship - 9:45am at fumcr.com/online and at youtube.com/fumcr
Lenten Offering
During the Lent and Easter season, we have the opportunity to bless children attending public schools in our community with a special offering:
Richardson ISD Backpack Bash provides students and families the opportunity to get the supplies and services they need to start the school year well.
Children First supports our partner elementary schools, Mark Twain and Dover, and provides books to students each year. fumcr.com/childrenfirst
