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Resurrection Stories
A Worship Series for the Easter Season
I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. — John 11:25-26, NRSVUE
The Easter Season is a time of celebrating all the ways in which resurrection is possible in our lives. We can be in need of rising out of the depth of imprisonment, addiction, poverty, illness, and oppression — not just physically and literally, but also spiritually. What keeps us locked up inside? What holds us back from the joy of life? What binds us, keeping us from the fullness of who God created us to be? Join us for powerful testimonies of courage, kindness, strength, and overcoming — Resurrection Stories — from those who have found “resurrection” in their lives. It might just inspire you to unlock your own rising up!
5th Sunday of Easter
"Resurrection Story: Healed"
Guest Speaker Alison Cruz (Vinande)
Daren Williams, Presiding
John 21:1-8, Genesis 32:24-32, Mark 5:24-34 (UENRSV)
Illness of mind, body, or spirit can sap us of our passion and energy. Sometimes, illness can change the course of our lives forever, asking us to adapt in ways we never imagined. While illness is not visited upon anyone by God’s design, sometimes limitations open our eyes to other possibilities. We will look for a different perspective on how we deal with any life-altering situation.
It’s our joy today to welcome Alison Cruz, daughter of Roger & Olive Vinande, as she shares her testimony. Alison grew up in FUMC Modesto and cherished the solid foundation of faith, friendship, and service that the Modesto church gave her. She now lives in Turlock and attends FUMC Turlock with her husband Patricio and their two lively daughters. Alison mostly chases the girls around but also works as a Speech-Language Pathologist for the Stanislaus County Office of Education. Her greatest professional joy has been serving autistic children and their superhero families!
Children's Sunday School Lesson for April 28, 2024
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Choosing the Seven – Acts 6: 1-7
Faith Word: SHARE
In today’s story, the friends of Jesus needed “new disciples” to help the community. They selected seven disciples from among themselves to serve. The “Seven” went out and provided food for those in need. Like early believers, we are all called to find ways to unite and act in love for one another, each sharing our gifts and talents to benefit others.
Nursery Care & Children Sunday School Schedule
As United Methodists, we believe in welcoming and nurturing the children in our church family. We offer Nursery Care and Children's Sunday School during Sunday worship.
For information on our Children and Youth Ministries and activities, please contact the church office at
(209) 522-9046 or email us at fumc@firstumcmodesto.org.
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Heifer International Living Gift Market
Sunday, May 5 | Fellowship Hall | 11:00 a.m.
Shop the Living Gift Market and see the amazing things Heifer is accomplishing!
Heifer International is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to helping communities around the world lift themselves to self-reliance and end poverty and hunger while caring for the Earth. Living Gift Markets are events where people can give living gifts like goats or cows, which will help families start their journey toward self-reliance by supplying them with nutritious milk to drink, share, and sell.
First United Methodist Church Modesto has been a loyal supporter of their efforts for many years, witnessing God's love worldwide. If you're interested in donating to Heifer International but cannot attend and still wish to donate, several options are available. You can drop your donation in the offering box on Sunday morning, mail a check to the First United Methodist Church Modesto with "Heifer" written in the memo line, or donate here online. Thank you for your support! Contact Robin Shanks at rshanks467@sbcglobal.net for more information.
Vacation Bible School 2024
"Camp Firelight: A Summer Camp Adventure with God"
Monday - Friday, July 15 - 19 | Churchwide | 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m
Summer is right around the corner, and with it comes another fabulous VBS! Kids ages kindergarten through junior high are invited for an exciting week of fun activities and a shared evening meal as we learn about God's love for each of us. Seventh- and eighth-grade students may choose to attend or participate as volunteers! Register here to attend or sign up to volunteer. Contact Kelsea Overstreet at koverstreet11@sbcglobal.net.
Contact the church office at (209) 522-9046 or email fumc@firstumcmodesto.org for more event information.