October 19, 2025 Worship

Worship for: October 19
19th Sunday after Pentecost
Consecration Sunday

October 19, 2025
10:30 am

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Sermon Series: The Bride of Christ

This week: Scripture: 2nd Corinthians 8:1-9

Message: Blessings Flow Both Ways

Pastor Paul Arnold

Sometimes we misunderstand what it means to give to God’s work. We assume: “Giving means that I sacrifice so that someone else can be blessed.” But the Bible offers a different view. Giving is a privilege, and when we give, the blessings flow both ways. Join us this week for Consecration Sunday 2025, as we consider the joy of giving! 

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Bring Decorated and/or Carved Pumpkins on Saturday, October 25

Members and friends of our church family are invited to bring a decorated and/or carved pumpkin to the church, to be displayed during our next Family Fun Sunday, which will happen October 26. The pumpkins will be observed and discussed during the children’s sermon on that day. All of the pumpkins on display will be praised in some way. At the conclusion of the service, families will be asked to take their pumpkins back home. We would truly appreciate as much participation as possible. If you would like to participate, please bring your pumpkin to church between 8 am and 10 am on Saturday, October 25. Thank you in advance to all who are able to participate. 

Pastor Paul Arnold

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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.

October 12, 2025 Worship

Worship for: October 12
18th Sunday after Pentecost

October 12, 2025
10:30 am

In-Person Worship
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October Sermon Series: The Bride of Christ
This Sunday: Each One Matters
Pastor Paul Arnold

 Scripture: I Corinthians 12:12-20

The greatest melting pot in the universe is the Body of Christ. Every gift is needed. Every person is a treasure in the eyes of our Creator. We cannot afford to overlook the special talents that anyone has, because if we do, we harm that person and we penalize ourselves. Join us this Sunday for an uplifting message about how the Body of Christ works together to glorify God, bless people, and change the world. 

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Pastor Appreciation Day is October 12

♥ 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!

DONATE ONLINE through Vanco or Paypal, on our website!

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.

October 5, 2025 Worship

Worship for: October 5
17th Sunday after Pentecost
World Communion Sunday

October 5, 2025
10:30 am

In-Person Worship
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October Sermon Series: The Bride of Christ
This Week: The Power of Connection
Pastor Paul Arnold

 Scripture: Revelation 7:9-12

Preview: At least 30 percent of the global population identifies as Christian. Within that "big tent," there are many ethnicities and cultures, coupled with countless doctrinal variations. But around the globe, we have brothers and sisters in Christ who agree on the important points. The life, death and resurrection of Jesus, who is God's Son, are central to our faith. We are truly connected to children of God all over the world! Join us this Sunday, October 5, as we celebrate "The Power of Connection."

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

World Communion Sunday

♥ 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!

DONATE ONLINE through Vanco or Paypal, on our website!

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.

Trunk or Treat - October 26

Join us on Sunday, October 26, from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm for Trunk or Treat! We’ll have decorated trunks to go around to for candy and we’ll also have hot dogs in the parking lot! If you would like to have a trunk and pass out candy OR you would like to help in another way, please contact Meredith at meredith@champaignfumc.org!

If you would like to donate candy for the Youth Group to hand out, please bring it into the church by October 19! Thank you!

Fall 2025 Wesley Covenant Group Bible Study

How do we find hope and courage in the midst of personal and earthly darkness? Author Steven Charleston is an indigenous elder and provides eight steps towards being part of God’s light in the darkness. Join us in this eight-week study from September 29 through November 17 by signing up at the link or QR code, registering in Friendship Center on September 14 or September 21, or contacting the church office.

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FUMC Musical Ensembles Resume their Regular Schedules soon! All interested musicians are welcome to join!

Come to the Downbeat – your God-given gifts are needed!

Calling ALL musicians! We mean it! Opera singers, shower singers, happy birthday singers, bell ringers, ding-a-lings and musicians in training!  All humans from 3 years to 110 years are invited to give music @ FUMC a try.

Rehearsals for FUMC musical ensembles resume their regular schedules soon.  All interested musicians (and wanna-be musicians!) are welcome to join.  The rumor that you have to be an exceptional musician to join is NOT TRUE!  Invite your friends to join us.  If you miss the first rehearsal, come to another!  Contact Barbara Zachow for more information at 217‑356‑9078 or bzachow@comcast.net.

 First Regular Rehearsal:

·    Chancel Choir – Wednesday, August 20, 7:00 – 8:15 pm - Choir Room
o   Youth and adults of any age
o   Provide choral music in a variety of styles for worship services

·    Perceptions Praise Team - Thursday, August 28, 6:00 – 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
o   Youth and adults of any age
o   Keyboard, guitar, drum set, vocalists, other instruments

·    Chancel Ringers – Tuesday, September 2, 6:00 – 7:00 pm - Bell Tables
o   Youth and Adults of any age
o   Intermediate or Advanced handbell experience
o   Provide music in a variety of styles for periodic worship services

·    Angel Choir - Sunday, September 7, 4:00 – 5:00 pm - Room J
o   3 years old through 5th graders
o   Singing, tone chimes, beginning bells, Orff and rhythm instruments, foundational music reading skills

·    Youth Music – Sunday, September 7, 5:00 – 6:00 pm - Choir Room
o   6th through 12th graders
o   Singing, intermediate bells, instruments, other artistic talents

 ·   FUMC also hosts Choral Union – Monday, September 8, 7:00 – 9:00 pm, Choir Room
o   Adults with willingness to sing in and contribute to the community chorus, the ability to match pitch, and the ability to produce a pleasing vocal sound
o   Give periodic concerts throughout the community

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