Events
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Upcoming Events
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Tuesday Night Basketball
Tuesdays, 4-6pm, Bartula Family Life Center
Work with coaches to elevate your basketball game! Workouts will be drills and open play. All skill levels welcome. Please register.
The Journey Youth Choir Christmas Greenery Sales
Order fresh and beautiful Sherwood Forest Farms holiday evergreens by Nov 2 to support The Journey Youth Choir Summer Tour. Wreaths, centerpieces, and garlands will smell amazing and last all holiday season long.
Coffee Days
First Fridays, 9:30-11am, Rooms 204 & 205
Coffee Days is a peer support group for moms and female caregivers of children and teens experiencing mental health challenges, connecting them with resources, support and encouragement.
We Read Together
Oct 14, 2025 - End of April 2026, 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.
Coat and Toy Drive
Through Dec 8
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.
Men's Social Gathering
Oct 16 & Nov 13, 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.
Community Movie Night
Fri, Oct 24, 5:30-8pm, Coleman Family Hall / Worship & Arts Center
People of all ages are welcome as we watch a movie on the big screen! Cast your vote for Hotel Transylvania or Coco by donating diapers for Network in each movie's bin.
Sawdust Ministry Woodworking Show & Sale
Sun, Oct 26, 8:30am-1pm, Coleman Family Hall
Come see the beautiful work by our woodworking group! Cutting boards, charcuterie boards, pizza peels, wooden toys, Christmas items, bowls and many other items will be available to purchase.
Pray and Remember
Sun, Nov 2, 8:45am-12:15pm, 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.
Making an Impact Through Generosity
Thur, Nov 6, 12-2pm or 6-8 pm, Coleman Family Hall
This seminar provides information about estate planning and charitable giving. Create a roadmap that impacts your community, prepares your estate plan, and ensures your beliefs are honored.
Ark House 40th Anniversary Celebration
Sun, Nov 9, 9:30am-12:30pm, Shawver Welcome Center & Concourse
Join us in celebrating the 40th anniversary of Ark House, a ministry of FUMCR providing affordable housing for out-of-town patients and their families receiving medical care in Dallas.
United Methodist Viewpoints: Eco-theology & Solar Energy
Sun, Nov 9, 9:45-10:45am, Chapel
Enjoy a presentation about solar energy and eco-theology from Rev. Dr. Mel Caraway, the Caretaker of God's Creation Coordinator for the Horizon Texas Conference.
LIFT: Learning in Faith Together
Sept 12 and Nov 14, 11am-1pm
LIFT is a series of presentations to educate and support those raising adolescents (10-24 years) with an emphasis on brain development, mental health, relationships, and faith.
International Christmas Market
Nov 14-16
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.
Volunteers Needed.
Tyler Somers Concert
Sun, Nov 16, 7:30-9pm, Worship & Arts Center
Enjoy a free public concert featuring Tyler Somers (of Nashville folk duo Jenny and Tyler) and friends, plus special guest Eric Czechowski. Doors open at 7, and the concert will last about an hour.
Practical Aspects of AI
Mon, Nov 17, 1:30-2:30pm, Room 203
Priscilla Perez, the Education Manager for The Senior Source, will educate on the practical aspects of AI and introduce various AI tools that can simplify your life. All are welcome!
Young Adults Friendsgiving
Tues, Nov 18, 7-9pm, First Center
Come join us for our Young Adult FRIENDSGiving!
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Cross Talk: How to Break Up with Your Phone
Thurs, Nov 20, 6:30-8:30pm, Coleman Family Hall
Women of all ages unite for conversation around popular influences in society. This discussion centers around How to Break Up with Your Phone by Catherine Price. Reading the book is not required.
Advent Workshop
Sun, Nov 30, 2-4pm, Worship & Arts Center and Coleman Family Hall
Join us for an afternoon of keepsake treasures and stories as we begin the season of Advent and prepare for Christmas.
Men's Retreat 2026
Jan 24–25, Prothro Center
Join the Men of Faith Ministry for 24 hours of faith, fellowship, and fun. Surrounded by nature and away from the rush of everyday life, this retreat is a chance to reconnect with God and each other.
