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Santa's Village 2025 - Ornament Factory

Dec 6-21, 6-9pm, Huffhines Park

FUMCR is honored to host the Ornament Factory at the City of Richardson's Santa's Village! Bring your family to this free event, and stop by the Factory to make an ornament. Factory volunteer slots available! ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/6/2025 6:00 PM

Holiday Classics Christmas Concert

Sat, Dec 6, 7:30pm, Eisemann Center

You're invited to a special Christmas concert featuring the FUMCR Chancel Choir with the Richardson Symphony Orchestra! ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/6/2025 7:30 PM

Christmas Bake Sale

Sun, Dec 7, 8am-12:30pm, Concourse

Enjoy holiday treats that are extra sweet! Support our missions ministry through your purchase from the United Women in Faith's Christmas Bake Sale. They'll have cakes, pies, cookies, breads, and savory snacks. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/7/2025 8:00 AM

Thinking of Joining?

Sun, Dec 7, 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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/7/2025 12:00 PM

Christmas Eve Welcoming Volunteers

Wed, Dec 24, Multiple Worship Slots Available

Help us make Christmas Eve joyous by greeting visitors, guests and members! All it takes is a smile and your presence. You can sign up for a spot during one or more of our worship services. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/11/2025 11:00 AM

Christmas Poinsettias

Honor or remember loved ones while helping to decorate for Christmas with a donation that will go toward beautiful poinsettias. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/14/2025 8:00 AM

Children's Choir Christmas Musical

Sun, Dec 14, 3-4pm, Worship & Arts Center

Come and celebrate the season with the children's choir of FUMCR as they present the nativity story in When Jesus Was Born!. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/14/2025 3:00 PM

All Youth Christmas Party

Sun, Dec 14, 5:30-7:30pm, Coleman Family Hall

7th-12th graders, join us for our annual FUMCRYouth and JYC Christmas party! This fun night includes a Christmas sweater contest, holiday games, a sing-along, food, prizes, and a gift exchange. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/14/2025 5:30 PM

Service of Hope

Sun, Dec 21, 5pm, Sanctuary & Livestream

In this season of expectation, decorations, and parties, the sense of loss can be profound. We look to God for light and comfort, for the Spirit’s presence even in our empty places, and for hope. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/21/2025 5:00 PM

Advent Offering

Our special Advent offering will be given to these dynamic organizations who are working passionately every day to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals and families. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/25/2025 12:00 AM

Dec 28 Worship

9:45 & 11am - Blended Worship in the Sanctuary
9:45, 11am & on demand - Online Worship ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/28/2025 9:45 AM

International Christmas Market Shares Available

Shares supporting the non-profit ministries and agencies featured at International Christmas Market this year are available online. Great for honorary and memorial gifts. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/31/2025 12:00 AM

God Squad

Monthly on Sundays during the school year, 4-5:30 pm, Room 230, First Meeting Jan 11

Kindergartners through 6th graders are invited to team up to do mission projects that serve others in our church and community. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 12/31/2025 4:00 PM

Knitters & Crocheters

Knitters and crocheters are invited to make items for newborns and veterans. Items are distributed through the Red Cross to Parkland Hospital and VA Medical Center. Donations of acrylic, nylon, or non-wool yarn are accepted. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 1/1/2026 10:00 AM

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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 1/6/2026 1:30 PM

College-Age Young Adult Gathering

Wed, Jan 7, 6-8pm, First Center (across Custer)

College-age young adults are invited to eat and connect with community! Dinner will be provided. No need to register, just bring yourself (and a friend, if you want)! ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 1/7/2026 6:00 PM

Practicing the Way

Join us as we worship and learn around the theme of "Practicing the Way." You'll identify with current practices and discover new practices to enhance your journey of faith. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 1/11/2026 8:45 PM

The Gathering

2nd Mondays, Coleman Family Hall

All senior adults are invited for games, program, lunch, and fellowship! ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 1/12/2026 9:00 AM

Soul Care - Women's Night of Worship

Thurs, Jan 15, 7-8:30pm, Worship & Arts Center

Join women of all ages for an evening of inspirational worship and music where we will experience sacred rest and Spirit-filled renewal. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 1/15/2026 7:00 PM

Chi Alpha Retreat 2026

Fri, Jan 16 - Sun, Jan 18, FUMCR

All youth (7th-12th grades) are invited to a high-energy weekend with activities like games, worship, small groups, and a service project! Students will stay overnight at the church. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 1/16/2026 6:00 PM

Blood Drive

Sun, Jan 18, 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: 1/18/2026 8:00 AM

We Read Together

Jan 20, 2026 - 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: 1/20/2026 12:00 AM

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. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 1/24/2026 9:00 AM

Really Living Planning 2026

Jan 25-Aug 2, FUMCR

All high school juniors are invited to join us as we plan Really Living 2026! Juniors that are registered for planning shape our biggest event of the year and can earn a discounted registration fee. ^^button-text^^

Event Beginning: 1/25/2026 12:00 AM

Worship Survey

Online thr. Feb 23

Thank you for your participation in this 20-question survey to help us evaluate our worship services! ^^button-text^^