VBS 2019
Join us as we partner with First Christian Church and Truth and Grace for fun and fellowship as we ROAR through the week! July 14-18 6-8 p.m. 1601 Charleston Ave. Mattoon IL The week will be filled with songs, lessons, crafts and snacks. We…
60’s Night
Come join us for a far out 60’s night Saturday, April 6th 7:00 -9:00 pm in the worship center! Come decked out in your favorite 60’s outfit. There will be live music, snacks, and reminiscing. Stay groovy!
Prayer Walk 2019
Once again we are privileged to ‘walk and pray’ or ‘drive and pray’ over our community. Beginning in March you can pick up a map at FUMC that is highlighted with a designated area of Mattoon. (Maps will be on a bulletin board across…
Mix, Match & Add
Do you ever feel like you recognize the faces of people Sunday mornings and if you’re lucky, remember their names? You aren’t alone! In an effort to help us get to know our church families better, we will set up groups to meet at…
Bingo Night
Please come out on March 29th at 6pm and join us for a Bingo Night! Everyone of any age is welcome! We will provide you with a night filled with Bingo, games, prizes, and food! Did we mention Bingo?! Come out and support our…
Chili Cook-Off
First UMC’s Hospitality Committee sponsors a Chili Cook-Off every January! Come enjoy some delicious homemade chili and desserts! Ribbons for traditional, spicy, non-traditional, and even desserts. Sign up to enter your chili or dessert by calling the church office (217.235.5676)
Open Mic Night
Come share your family-friendly musical, comedic, and poetic talents at our first open mic January 25th beginning at 6pm in our cozy coffee house worship center. Admission is a $2 or more donation, which is waived for performers. We will offer a cash drink…
Brown’s Auto Sale Fundraiser
Brown’s Auto Sales of Mattoon has made the generous offer to assist in fundraising efforts for the July 2019 South Africa Missions trip! 10% of every Professional Detail will be donated to the mission trip when referred by a mission trip member $50 will…
A Play in a Manger
Mark your calendars and come spend a fun afternoon with us as Downtown Kids presents this year’s Christmas musical! The production will take place on Sunday, December 16th at 4:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall. A meal will follow, so bring your appetite! Sending…
U.M.W. Bazaar
The annual U.M.W. bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 3rd from 8am-2pm at FUMC. The United Methodist Women will be serving coffee and homemade rolls from 8-10am. A delicious lunch will be served from 11am-1pm. Lunch includes their famous chicken casserole, lettuce salad,…
