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On Sunday, October 2nd, shifts of us will work on projects at the zoo, enjoy a free cookout lunch, and free admission to Sunset Zoo all day.

We are committed to ministering directly to those in our community who are in need, as well as directly and indirectly to all throughout the world. You can help live out Jesus’ commandment to “feed His sheep.” Learn how.

The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is the not-for-profit global humanitarian aid organization of the United Methodist Church. UMCOR is working in more than 80 countries worldwide, including the United States. Our mission, grounded in the teachings of Jesus, is to alleviate human suffering—whether caused by war, conflict or natural disaster, with open hearts and minds to all people.

Susannah Wesley School, or “Colegio Susana Wesley” in Spanish, is a mission school envisioned, built, and supported through the service of Pastor Antonio Briones and his family and the support of faithful and loving partners in mission across the border. It is supported wholeheartedly by the congregation of First UMC.

Stephen Ministers are members of our congregation who have received 50 hours of caregiving training to minister to persons experiencing difficult challenges, dealing with a crisis or going through a tough time. Stephen Ministers meet with individuals on a one-on-one basis and with confidentiality. They listen, care, encourage, and support you in a Christian manner. Contact one of our Stephen Ministers today.

Want to give hundreds of dollars to missions without spending an extra dime? You can! Shop with gift cards purchased through our Groceries for God program and Hy-Vee, Dillon’s, and Ray’s will give 4-5% back to the church.

Sign up to help serve our weekly donation-only meal served to members of the Manhattan community. We need about 4 people each week, and we depend on our volunteers to help us make this happen. Thank you!

Would you be willing to take a meal to someone who’s recovering from a medical procedure or enduring grief? What about the joy of a newborn baby or a new home? We are organizing a group of volunteers who will agree to be contacted when a need arises in our community for home-delivered meals. Join us.

Know of a need for meal delivery in our congregation or community? Let us know through filling out this form!

“The church in the world needs the reputation of being a community that helps people … a community of people that gives hope and that functions as salt and light in its neighborhood.” –Mike Slaughter

First UMC supports worldwide missions efforts. We’ve collected links for specific organizations and missions efforts for you to visit. Check them out!