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The Journey Youth Choir Christmas Greenery Sales

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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/1/2025 12:00 AM
Women's Life After... Coffee

Women's Life After... Coffee

1st Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30am, Room 210

A monthly coffee to share and support one another through grief and growth in a casual gathering for women at every stage of losing their life partner. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/1/2025 9:00 AM
Wednesday Nights at FUMCR

Wednesday Nights at FUMCR

Dinner and learning for all ages on Wednesdays in October. We’re opening our doors and hearts to a season of spiritual growth, meaningful connection, and community life together. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/1/2025 6:00 PM
Coffee Days

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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/3/2025 9:30 AM
Autumn Renewal

Autumn Renewal

Oct 6-7, Prothro Center

Senior Adults are invited to a fall retreat (one day or two) for rest, recharging, and rejuvination! ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/6/2025 2:00 PM
Junior High Mystery Trip

Junior High Mystery Trip

Fri, Oct 10, 10am to Sun, Oct 12, 6pm, Start and End in the Bartula Family Life Center

7th and 8th graders, join us for a Mystery Trip filled with surprises, laughter, and unforgettable memories! ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/10/2025 10:00 AM
Everybody Sunday School

Everybody Sunday School

Select Sundays, 9:45-10:45am, Coleman Family Hall

Join us for an exciting intergenerational learning and serving opportunity where we will come together as a church family - children, youth, and adults - for a combined Sunday School experience. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/12/2025 9:45 AM
We Read Together

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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/14/2025 12:00 AM
FUMCR Preschool Spirit Night Fundraiser

FUMCR Preschool Spirit Night Fundraiser

Tues, Oct 14, 4-9pm, Shady's Burgers and Sweet Firefly

Support FUMCR Preschool by dining at Shady's Burgers and enjoying a sweet treat from Sweet Firefly after! 10% of proceeds from ALL orders (in-person and online) will be donated to the school. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/14/2025 4:00 PM
Blood Drive

Blood Drive

Sun, Oct 19, 8am-12:30pm, FUMCR Parking Lot

Make an appointment to give blood and give life in the Carter BloodCare Bus on campus. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/19/2025 8:00 AM
Richardson Interfaith Alliance Feeding Children Everywhere Event

Richardson Interfaith Alliance Feeding Children Everywhere Event

Sun, Oct 19, 12-4:30pm, East Plano Islamic Center

Help meet the goal of bagging 100,000 dried meals to feed hungry families in Richardson and Plano. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/19/2025 12:00 PM
Grief Recovery - Help for Hurting Hearts

Grief Recovery - Help for Hurting Hearts

Sundays, Oct 19 - Nov 23, 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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/19/2025 3:00 PM
Fall FUNfest Trunk Hosts

Fall FUNfest Trunk Hosts

Sun, Oct 19, 3:30-6pm, FUMCR Northwest Parking Lot

Come host a trunk as community families gather to enjoy candy, costumes, games, and more! ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/19/2025 3:30 PM
Fall FUNfest 2025

Fall FUNfest 2025

Sun, Oct 19, 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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/19/2025 4:00 PM
Walk to Emmaus

Walk to Emmaus

Aug 28-31 & Oct 23-26, Saint Raphael Retreat Center

The Walk to Emmaus is a three-day spiritual retreat designed to bring you closer to Christ and give you a renewed spirit and love of servanthood. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/23/2025 12:00 AM
Community Movie Night

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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/24/2025 5:30 PM
Garden Work Days

Garden Work Days

Oct 25 & Nov 1, 8am, Garden Behind Greenhouse

The Garden Ministry invites anyone who loves gardening to join them for pruning, weeding, and composting the beds for planting. The resulting produce is donated to Network. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/25/2025 8:00 AM
Sawdust Ministry Woodworking Show & Sale

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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 10/26/2025 8:30 AM
Portraits in the Park

Portraits in the Park

Weekends, Nov 1-22, Prairie Creek Park & Crowley Park

Sign up for a mini session with a photographer and get updated family photos just in time for holiday cards! Proceeds benefit United Women in Faith at FUMCR. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 11/1/2025 8:00 AM
FUMCRYouth Network Drive

FUMCRYouth Network Drive

Through Nov

Bring peanut butter and jelly donations for Network to your Sunday School classes - the winning class by donation weight wins a free lunch! ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 11/2/2025 12:00 AM
Pray and Remember

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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 11/2/2025 8:45 AM
Prayer Blanket Embroiderers

Prayer Blanket Embroiderers

Done at Home

Our wonderful Prayer Blanket Ministry is in need of embroiderers to add the cross and flame to our prayer blankets. We require that you have an embroidery machine with at least a 5"x7” hoop. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 11/3/2025 12:00 AM
Making an Impact Through Generosity

Making an Impact Through Generosity

Thur, Nov 6, 6-7:30pm, 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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 11/6/2025 12:00 PM
Ark House 40th Anniversary Celebration

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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 11/9/2025 9:30 AM
United Methodist Viewpoints: Eco-theology & Solar Energy

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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 11/9/2025 9:45 AM
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