If you need more information about any of these events or opportunities, feel free to email us here or text us at 817-477-6498 and a member of our staff will connect with you.
ANNUAL MEETING
February 2nd • 3:00 – 4:00 PM • Sanctuary
All are invited to our Annual Meeting for the church on Sunday, February 2nd at 3 pm in the sanctuary. We look forward to celebrating all that we accomplished together in 2024 as well as communicating our goals and vision for 2025 during our time together. 2024 was a great year for First Methodist Mansfield, and we know that 2025 will be even better. All are welcome regardless of membership status. If you are unable to make it in person, join us online! See you on Sunday at 3 pm.
WESLEY HERITAGE TOUR INFO MEETING
February 2nd • 4:00 – 5:00 PM • Chapel
Join Pastor David for an informational meeting about the Wesley Heritage Tour, which is scheduled for Fall 2025 and will include a trip to London with an optional extension to Scotland. Do you have questions? Email us at info@fmcm.org.
SERVING @ FIRST
February 2nd • 12:30 PM • Chapel – C1
Do you feel you are being called to take the next step and serve within the church? You’re invited to join us for the next session of Serving at First. This one-hour class prepares you to serve, teaches you the basics of our church’s mission, gives guidance for spiritual leadership, and provides training. This training is a requirement before you can serve here at First Methodist Mansfield. Those seeking a place to serve will receive guidance for the next steps following the class. Register Here.
LECTIO 365
Download today!
We are pausing our First 15 devotionals and encouraging everybody to download the Lectio 365 App to serve as our daily devotional time for the rest of 2025. We feel like this is the best way to fully embrace our year-long focus on prayer because of the unique format the Lectio 365 App provides. To download the app, simply search “Lectio 365” in your app store or scan the QR code below. You can also stop by our Connecting Point this weekend and a member of our staff can help download it to your device. If you are unable to use an app as a resource and would prefer to receive this devotional via email, send us an email here and we will connect with you.
fmcm.org/careministry • care@fmcm.org
DIVORCE CARE
February 19th • 6:30 – 8:00 PM • Building D-117
Find Help. Discover Hope. Experience Healing. We are excited to offer Divorce Care starting on Wednesday, February 19th. This 13-week study will help you face your challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone. We are here to help! Email us here if you have any questions.
Register for Divorce Care Here.
Register for Child Care Here.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Thursdays • 6:30 PM • Chapel
Here at First Methodist Mansfield, we believe everybody is in recovery from something. Because of that, we offer Celebrate Recovery. Celebrate Recovery is a biblical-centered 12-step program that helps us overcome our hurts, hang-ups and habits while providing a safe place to work through them. CR allows us to work through those hardships and grow into a healthier you with God at the center! Come check it out on Thursday! Visit fmcm.org/celebraterecovery to learn more.
fmcm.org/Included • included@fmcm.org
IDD COUNCIL MAKING CONNECTIONS RESOURCE FAIR
February 1st • 9 am – 1 pm • Building A (Gym and Loft)
We are honored to serve as a host for the IDD Council’s Making Connections Disability Resource Fair on Saturday, February 1st, starting at 9 am. The purpose of this resource fair is to bring together the disability resources in our community to one easily accessed location for families and caregivers to collect information and learn about the benefits and services each provides. There will be over 140 vendors in our gym, ranging from recreational opportunities to respite and college programs. Find out more information here. If you or somebody you know would benefit from this gathering, plan on joining us on February 1st. Because we expect hundreds of people from all over Tarrant County, we want to provide the best hospitality we can. If you are interested in serving as a greeter during this event, email us here.
INCLUDED BALL – BUDDIES NEEDED
February 28th • 6:00 PM
The Included Ball is one of the most magical nights of the entire year! Close to 100 participants follow the red carpet through the doors of our church and instantly become royalty. This night of fun and celebration is made possible by volunteers from our church and from all over the Mansfield area. One of the most important roles of the night is being a buddy to one of the participants. What is the job of a buddy? To make sure their participant has the most fun possible! Come party with us Friday, February 28th. You can register Here. If you have any questions, you can send an email to included@fmcm.org.
fmcm.org/missions-serving • serving@fmcm.org
ZOE RWANDA MEETING
February 4th • 6:00 – 7:00 PM • Building D-100P
If you are interested in coming on the 2025 Zoe Vision Trip to Rwanda this is your chance to hear more details including cost, schedule and meet others who will be going.
TEXAS ON A MISSION DISASTER RESPONSE TRAINING
February 8th • 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Building C
Texans on Mission deliver Help, Hope, and Healing in the name of Christ to those suffering after a disaster. Through this organization, we are offering training for several disaster response serving opportunities. The training will be held on Friday, February 7th and Saturday, February 8th.
Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 1188 W. Broad St., Mansfield TX
• 5 pm • Dinner
• 6 pm • Disaster Response Orientation • Required for all other classes on Saturday
Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, at First Methodist Mansfield, 777 N. Walnut Creek., Mansfield TX
DISASTER RELIEF SPECIALTY TRAINING COURSES
8AM – 12PM Classes • Break • 1 – 4PM Classes
• Assessment/Assessor Training
• Basic Chainsaw Training
• Flood and Fire Recovery Training
• Food Handling training
• Shower /Laundry training
• Temporary Roof Training
Register for this training and learn how to assist others dealing with disasters — Here.
fmcm.org/students • students@fmcm.org
CONFIRMATION 2025
Starts on Sunday! • 12:30 – 2:30 PM • Building A – Loft
6th Graders (and older, if you have not been confirmed) explore the foundations of the Christian faith with peers and mentors. Through this intentional spiritual formation program, students cover topics such as: God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Scripture, Service & Generosity, Grace & Salvation, Means of Grace, The Church, First Methodist Mansfield. The journey through Confirmation is intended to help students take ownership of their faith. At the Confirmation Service, students affirm their response to God’s grace and proclaim faith in Christ and their baptismal covenant. Register Here, Mentor Registration Here.
JUST US GIRLS / JUST US GUYS
Girls: February 21st • 6:00 – 8:00 PM • Building A: The Loft
Guys: February 21st • 6:00 – 8:00 PM • Building A: The Gym:
This is a special time for 5-8th grade girls and guys to get together, share a meal, and engage in hands-on activities that foster camaraderie and friendship with other girls and guys their age. Engage in creative activities, game, and strengthen bonds with friends. In addition to these activities, a speaker shares a biblically-based message that addresses the unique challenges and joys of being a young woman or man in middle school.
Register Here for Just us Girls.
Register Here for Just us Guys.
PURE ADVENTURE
March 1st • 7:15 AM – 5:15 PM
Join us at Pure Adventure Father/Son Retreat on March 2nd. Pure Adventure is a full day of fun for boys 10 and up with dad (or another man of significant influence). Engage is for boys 10-12 and Equip is for young men 13+. This action-packed day is meant to allow you to invest in your relationship through a shared commitment to Christ. You can register Here and visit the Pure Adventure Site.
fmcm.org/adults • adults@fmcm.org
MEN’S MINISTRY BIBLE STUDY – THE NEW TESTAMENT YOU NEVER KNEW
Beginning Tomorrow, January 29th • 6:30pm • Registration Required
Join David Alexander and Julian Hobdy for an eye-opening 8-week journey into the New Testament. Dive into the surprising truths behind familiar stories and discover how God’s promises unfold in unexpected ways, especially through Jesus. Experience firsthand why N.T. Wright calls the New Testament “one of the most explosive books ever written.” Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your faith and connect with other men—come along for the adventure! Sign Up HERE! Register for Childcare (kinder and under) HERE! Children’s and Student’s Ministry has Wednesday night programming for 1st-12th grade.
GUYS NIGHT OUT – SAVE THE DATE
March 7th • 6:30 – 8:00 PM • Building A: the Loft
Join us in The Loft for an inspiring evening! Come connect with other guys for a night of fellowship, food, and inspiration. We’ll hear from Rand Jenkins of Texans on Missions, an organization making a real impact locally and globally. Rand will share his story and the exciting work happening through missions. Save the Date! Registration opens soon.
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