Support for families is an important ministry at Duluth First United Methodist Church. Parenting classes with childcare provided offer help and support to families. Activities for the family to do together are also a part of the church calendar.
A variety of events are offered for Christian fellowship for all ages – singles, couples and families. Movie night, dinners, Trunk or Treat, and Christmas Caroling are just a few examples of the fellowship events at Duluth First United Methodist Church.
UPCOMING FELLOWSHIP EVENTS
Wednesday Night Dinner in Hinton Hall: January 30th
Wednesday, January 30th; 5-6:30 pm in Hinton Hall, Family Life Center
The Dinner Belles and Beaus prepare excellent meals at very reasonable prices. Dinner is served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in Hinton Hall of the Family Life Center. Enjoy fellowship around the table with family and friends.
The menu for January 30th is Beef Stroganoff over noodles, broccoli, butter peas, rolls, and dessert. For the kids - hot dogs and chips. We also offer a salad bar special - for only $4 you can enjoy a fully stocked salad bar, a baked potato/sweet potato, dessert and drink.
Prices are: adults - $7; seniors (age 60 and up) - $6; children ages 11 years and under - $4; children under 2 years eat for free; no family (immediate family members only) pays more than $19.
Valentine's Card Making Party: February 2nd
Saturday, February 2nd; 10 am in the Fellowship Hall
You are invited to a Valentine’s Card Making Party for preschool and elementary children on Saturday, February 2nd, at 10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Please join us for a fun morning of Valentine crafting and treats! Invite a friend to come along too!
While your children are enjoying the party, parents are invited to meet with Rev. Beth Brown Shugart and learn about ways for your family to observe the upcoming seasons of Lent and Easter.
Observing Lent and Easter with Your Family: February 2nd & 13th
Saturday, February 2nd; Wednesday, February 13th
You are invited to meet with Rev. Beth Brown Shugart and learn about ways for your family to observe the upcoming seasons of Lent and Easter. There will be a family calendar to help you plan for this holy time along with information about the traditions of both seasons.
This opportunity will be offered twice:
Saturday, February 2nd, 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Gathering Room;
Wednesday, February 13th, 6 to 7 p.m. in room E-132.
If you have any questions, please contact Beth by e-mail at bshugart@duluthumc.org, or call 770-476-3776, ext. 128.
Stand in the Red Zone: February 3rd
Sunday, February 3rd
Let’s declare our virtual Red Zone to uplift and support trafficking survivors, and to raise a stop sign to intercept the traffickers and buyers! Join the United Methodist Women and wear red on Super Bowl Sunday, February 3rd.
Red is energizing, excites our emotions and motivates to action.
Red signifies determination.
Red is a strong color that gives confidence.
Red is noticeable and radiates.
Red means love and red means stop!
BE BOLD IN RED!
Also, on January 25th and 26th, the United Methodist Women will host along with other partners a tailgating party and awareness and action called RUNNING OUT THE CLOCK ON HUMAN TRAFFICKING. This event takes place downtown Atlanta on Mitchell Street near the Mercedes Benz stadium at Central UMC. Please see the United Methodist Women table for more information.
Wednesday Night Dinner in Hinton Hall: February 6th
Wednesday, February 6th; 5-6:30 pm, Hinton Hall in the Family Life Center
The Dinner Belles and Beaus prepare excellent meals at very reasonable prices. Dinner is served from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in Hinton Hall of the Family Life Center. Enjoy fellowship around the table with family and friends.
The menu for February 6th is fried catfish, hushpuppies, au gratin potatoes, cole slaw, green beans, and dessert. For the kids - pizza. We also offer a salad bar special - for only $4 you can enjoy a fully stocked salad bar, a baked potato/sweet potato, dessert and drink.
Prices are: adults - $7; seniors (age 60 and up) - $6; children ages 11 years and under - $4; children under 2 years eat for free; no family (immediate family members only) pays more than $19.