January 4, 2026 Worship

Worship for: January 4
Epiphany Sunday
Communion

January 4, 2026
10:30 am

In-Person Worship
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Scripture: Matthew 7:3-5, 24-27
Message: "Good Bones"
Pastor Paul Arnold

 This Sunday, January 4, we will continue our focus on journeying well through the new year. Please join us as we lay the foundations for integrity and joy in 2026.      

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Epiphany of the Lord

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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.

December 28, 2025 Worship

Worship for: December 28
First Sunday after Christmas

December 28, 2025
10:30 am

In-Person Worship
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Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12
Message: "New Year's Lessons from the Wise Men"
Pastor Paul Arnold

Tradition has it that the Wise Men arrived 12 days after the birth of Jesus. It may have been much longer than that. Their arrival could be characterized as “late.” Yet, the Wise Men are celebrated members of the Christmas story. What is it about them that we consider wise? Join us for worship on Sunday, December 28, as we probe how the wisdom of these mysterious travelers can help to guide through the coming year.     

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God Loves Us So Much!

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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.

December 24, 2025 Worship

Worship for: December 24
Christmas Eve

December 24, 2025
4:00 pm, 7:00 pm and 11:00 pm

In-Person Worship
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Scripture: Luke 2:8-20
Message: "Will You Seize This Moment?"
Pastor Paul Arnold

   WORSHIP HELPS-click the links below

 BULLETIN

♥ 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.

December 21, 2025 Worship

Worship for: December 21
Fourth Sunday of Advent

December 21, 2025
10:30 am

In-Person Worship
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Scripture: Luke 2:1-7
Message: "The Best Present"
Pastor Paul Arnold

 In the birth of Jesus, there are transformational life lessons about gift-giving, loving others, and about the heart of God. Please join us this Sunday, as we consider how and why the gift of God’s Son surpasses all other gifts.   

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Join us on Christmas Eve!

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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!

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.

December 14, 2025 Worship

Worship for: December 14
Third Sunday of Advent
Major Music Sunday - Walk in the Light

December 14, 2025
10:30 am

In-Person Worship
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Scripture:
Isaiah 11:1-3; Luke 1:26-31; Luke 1:32-35, 37-38a; Matthew 1:8-21, 24; Matthew 1: 22-23, Isaiah 11:4-10, and Luke 2:6-7; Luke 2:8-12; Luke 2:13-14; Luke 2:15-20; John 1:1-5,14; Revelation 7:11-12

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 BULLETIN

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Join us for an Advent Organ Recital on December 17

FUMC will be treated to an Advent Organ Recital this year on Wednesday, December 17, at noon. Our own Ray Wiggs will be playing. This is a wonderful opportunity to hear the amazing organ and to enjoy music of the Advent and Christmas seasons. Come to the recital at noon and then join for lunch and conversation in Friendship Center at 12:30. Bring a sack lunch or order a box lunch for $14.00 from the church by calling 217-356-9078 by noon on Monday, December 15. ALL ARE WELCOME!

♥ 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.

December 7, 2025 Worship

Worship for: December 7
Second Sunday of Advent
Poinsettia Sunday
Communion

December 7, 2025
10:30 am

In-Person Worship
and
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Scripture: Luke 1:26-38
Message: Let It Be
Pastor Paul Arnold

It might be nice if we could plot out our lives the way we construct a grocery list. And it might seem as though the best sort of life would be one in which we have total control. But alas, life is full of surprises, some of which are unwelcome. This week, our focus will be on Mary, the mother of Jesus, when she received the surprise of all surprises! 

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Next Sunday is Major Music 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.

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