July 19, 2026 Worship

Worship for: July 19
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

July 19, 2026
10:30 am

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Scripture: Luke 14:15-24
Message: "Party Time"
Pastor Paul Arnold

It may be hard for some of us to think of God as the host of a party. But what is even more unusual for me is to think that God might have a party venue that is too big for the number of folks who accept his invitation. We will explore exciting and strange truths about the Kingdom of God as we consider a story Jesus told about an unfilled banquet hall. Please join us this Sunday, July 19, as we consider The Parable of the Great Banquet. 

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

It's Backpack Time!

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PLEASE REGISTER your attendance by commenting on our Facebook page during the worship service. We'd love it if you would fill out a connection card!

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NEWCOMERS If you are new to our community of faith, Pastor Paul would like to have a conversation with you and get to know you better. He wants to be your pastor and he hopes FUMC will be your church home. Please fill out the CONNECTION CARD found on our website. https://www.champaignfumc.org/connection-sheet

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PRAYER REQUESTS If you would like us to pray for you or your loved ones, email your prayer request to: info@champaignfumc.org OR fill out the prayer request form on our website.

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Rice/Soy Meal Packing Event on August 16

Rice/Soy Meal Packing Event on August 16

On Sunday, August 16, our church will be sponsoring a rice/soy meal packing event after the church service and a light meal. If you are able to participate, please indicate that on one of the sign-up sheets found on the Outreach table on July 12, 19, or 26.  This event is sponsored through Midwest Mission Distribution Center. It is a lot of fun and will provide meals for people in need. We hope you will join us!

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Outreach Ministries

July 12, 2026 Worship

Worship for: July 12
Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

July 12, 2026
10:30 am

In-Person Worship
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Scripture: Luke 10:25-37
Message: "The Gold Standard of Christian Ethics"
Pastor Paul Arnold

Have you ever wondered how a Christian is supposed to define the term “neighbor?” Have you ever hungered for a single Bible teaching that sums up how Christ followers are called to live in the world? Those who answer “yes” to either or both of these questions will want to join us for worship this Sunday, July 12, 2026, as we consider one of the most important parables Jesus ever told. See you Sunday!   

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BULLETIN

ANNOUNCEMENTS

It's Backpack Time!

♥ STAY CONNECTED ♥

PLEASE REGISTER your attendance by commenting on our Facebook page during the worship service. We'd love it if you would fill out a connection card!

PLEASE EXPLORE OUR WEBSITE: champaignfumc.org

NEWCOMERS If you are new to our community of faith, Pastor Paul would like to have a conversation with you and get to know you better. He wants to be your pastor and he hopes FUMC will be your church home. Please fill out the CONNECTION CARD found on our website. https://www.champaignfumc.org/connection-sheet

SIGN UP FOR MORE! If you would like to receive weekly letters from the pastor and church news, please go to our website and fill out our CONNECTION CARD!

PRAYER REQUESTS If you would like us to pray for you or your loved ones, email your prayer request to: info@champaignfumc.org OR fill out the prayer request form on our website.

DONATE ONLINE through Vanco or Paypal, on our website!

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July 5, 2026 Worship

Worship for: July 5
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
Communion

July 5, 2026
10:30 am

In-Person Worship
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Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30
Message: "Put Down the Gavel "
Pastor Paul Arnold

Sometimes we judge other people too harshly. At other times, we view our own lives and actions with undue severity. Jesus told a parable about wheat and weeds that can help us win the battle against rash and harmful perspectives. This Sunday, July 5, 2026, we will consider strategies for finding freedom from judgmental attitudes. 

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Sermons in July

Pastor Paul will be preaching on the following scripture passages in the month of July.

July 5: "Put Down the Gavel" (Matthew 13:24-30) 

July 12: "Gold Standard for Christian Ethics" (Luke 10:25-37)

July 19: "Party Time" (Luke 14:15-24)

July 26: "Stumbling Into Things Never Intended" (2nd Samuel 11:1-11)

♥ STAY CONNECTED ♥

PLEASE REGISTER your attendance by commenting on our Facebook page during the worship service. We'd love it if you would fill out a connection card!

PLEASE EXPLORE OUR WEBSITE: champaignfumc.org

NEWCOMERS If you are new to our community of faith, Pastor Paul would like to have a conversation with you and get to know you better. He wants to be your pastor and he hopes FUMC will be your church home. Please fill out the CONNECTION CARD found on our website. https://www.champaignfumc.org/connection-sheet

SIGN UP FOR MORE! If you would like to receive weekly letters from the pastor and church news, please go to our website and fill out our CONNECTION CARD!

PRAYER REQUESTS If you would like us to pray for you or your loved ones, email your prayer request to: info@champaignfumc.org OR fill out the prayer request form on our website.

DONATE ONLINE through Vanco or Paypal, on our website!

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Walking Talking Lunch Bunch - Every Tuesday

Building Reserve and Health:
A Walking and Lunch Program

FUMC has been blessed with funding from the United Methodist Foundation to start a weekly exercise, fitness, and nutrition program for adults in our congregation and community. We are happy to announce that Debbie Chew will lead the program. Debbie has many years of experience in directing physical rehabilitation programs.

Each session will consist of gentle warm up exercises, walking, and a time for a shared lunch. The walking will be adapted for varying levels of speed and endurance. No fee is required to participate. The costs per person for lunch will be $12. Funding may be available for those who would benefit from assistance with food costs.

Please join us in Friendship Center on:

Date: Tuesdays

Time: 11:30 a.m. (We walk from the church at 12:20 to the restaurant. We’ll drive if the restaurant is too far from the church.)

Restaurant Schedule:

July 7 - Neil St. Blues

July 14 - El Toro on Springfield

July 21 - Papa Del’s

July 28 - Smith Burger

 Walkers and volunteers to assist with the program are welcome!! Please contact the church office at 217-356-9078 for any questions or further details.


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