Events
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Upcoming Events
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We Read Together
Weekly beginning Oct 12, Dover and Mark Twain Elementary Schools
Sign up now to volunteer with RISD's early literacy programs at Dover or Mark Twain. Select a day/time/grade. Online training link will be sent.
Confirmation Prayer Partners 2026-27
Sept 13, 2026 - Apr 11, 2027
We are looking for caring adults to serve as Prayer Partners for our 2026–2027 Confirmation class. This is a meaningful opportunity to support a young person's confirmation journey.
Men's Social Gathering
Thurs, Sept 17 and Thurs, Oct 15, 7-9pm, The Wing'd Nut
Join Men of Faith for food, fellowship, and football! We will eat, watch Thursday Night games, and connect with new and familiar FUMCR faces.
Fall Plant Sale
Order Online Sept 25-Oct 11; Pickup Oct 17, 9-11am, Greenhouse
Order your fall plants and blooms online from our Garden Ministry Sept 25-Oct 11 and pick up Oct 17.
Habitat Build
8 Saturdays, Oct 3-Dec 12
Help build a house! Tasks vary depending on the stage of construction for the build sites.
Journey Youth Choir Greenery Fundraiser
Order thr. Nov 3
Order fresh and beautiful Sherwood Forest Farms holiday evergreens by Nov 3 to support The Journey Youth Choir. Wreaths, centerpieces, and garlands will smell amazing and last all holiday season long.
MAMAS (Mothering at Many Ages and Stages)
Oct-Dec, 9-10:30am, Room 214
Join a twice-monthly gathering of mothers of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary-age children. This group creates a supportive, caring, encouraging environment for Mothering at Many Ages and Stages.
Family Serve Day
Oct 11
Help make worship feel welcoming by serving as a family. From greeting guests and ushering during worship to serving communion, there are opportunities for all ages and experience levels to participate together.
All We Can Save Book Study
Sept 2026-Apr 2027, Room 211
Join us as we explore "All We Can Save" edited by Katharine Wilkinson, an inspiring anthology of essays, poetry, and art by women leading the climate movement.
Coat and Toy Drive
Through Dec 14
The church at-large is invited to participate in Senior Adult Ministry's annual coat and toy drive. New and gently used coats in all sizes as well as new toys will be collected, organized, and distributed to local agencies.
Methodist 101: What Makes Us Methodist?
Wednesdays, Oct 14-28,6:30–8pm
What makes us Methodist? Join Pastor Allison for Methodist 101, a three-week Learning Community exploring worship, Scripture, salvation, and what it means to follow Jesus through a Wesleyan lens.
Portraits in the Park
Weekends, Oct 18-Nov 15
Sign up for a family mini session with a photographer just in time for Christmas cards! Funds benefit FUMCR Preschool.
Sawdust Ministry Woodworking Show and Sale
Sun, Oct 18, 8:30am-1pm, Coleman Family Hall
Come see the beautiful work by our woodworking group! Cutting boards, bowls and other items will be available to purchase. Proceeds go towards supplies for future Sawdust church projects.
LeadershipFirst Alumni Symposium
Sun, Oct 18, 12-2pm, Mays Hall
Join fellow LeadershipFirst alumni for an inspiring and interactive afternoon featuring speaker Dr. Robert Hunt. Lunch provided; please register by Oct 14.
Creation Care Fair
Sun, Oct 25, 9:30am-12:30pm, Concourse
Learn ways we can respond as stewards of Creation, called by God. Exhibits include water conservation, composting, recycling, kids' corner, gardening, and steps we can all take toward protecting God's creation.
Feeding Children Everywhere
Sun, Oct 25, 12-4:30pm, East Plano Islamic Center
Serve at the Richardson Interfaith Alliance Feeding Children Everywhere event alongside individuals from houses of worship, corporate entities, and neighbors.
Fall FUNFest
Sun, Oct 25, 4-6pm, FUMCR Parking Lots and Plaza
You and your family and friends are invited to put on your costumes (less scary and more fun) and come spend a “boo”tiful afternoon at Fall FUNFest with FUMCR.
Pray and Remember
Sun, Nov 1, 8:45am-12pm, Coleman Family Hall
This is a quiet space on All Saints Sunday for those who have experienced a loss to pray and remember those who were dear to them with activity stations designed to help those who may be grieving.
Mahjong!
Mondays, 1-3pm, Nov 2 - Mar 29, Bartula Family Life Center Room 2A
(4 weeks of Nov lessons)
Join us for Mahjong classes open to ages 18-98. We'll have lessons through November, limited player classes in December and expand to open play in January.
International Christmas Market
Nov 13-15, Coleman Family Hall & Concourse
Find special and unique gifts for your loved ones amongst the many fair-trade goods and crafts made by artisans around the world as well as the "shares" of agencies and ministries that serve others.
FUMCRYouth Friendsgiving
Sun, Nov 15, 5:30-7pm, Bartula Family Life Center
Join FUMCRYouth for a potluck-style dinner during our normal UMYF time. Junior high students will bring dessert and high school students will bring sides!
Tuesday Afternoon Movies
Movies are free and all are welcome, so invite a friend!
Movies begin at 1:30 pm on most 2nd and 4th Tuesdays in the Worship & Arts Center.
Grief Recovery - Help for Hurting Hearts
Sundays, Oct 18-Nov 22, 3-4:30pm, Parlor
Those who have experienced the loss of a loved one are welcome, regardless of church affiliation, to come and process their grief and continue on a path of healing together.
Lunch and Belong
Sun, Dec 6, 12-1:30pm, Coleman Family Hall
Join us for a relaxed luncheon to learn about the mission and values of FUMCR and meet staff and other church members.
Hymn Sing
Select Tuesdays, 1:30-2:30pm, Fleming Rehearsal Hall
FUMCR Hymn Sings are fun and uplifting events that include many of the all-time great hymns of the church along with devotionals, hymn stories, and fellowship.
Community Movie Night
Fri, Dec 11, 5:30-8:30pm, Coleman Family Hall and Worship & Arts Center
All ages are invited to watch "A Muppet Christmas Carol" on the big screen! Dinner provided; please RSVP by December 10 so we can save you a seat!
