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Why Give?

We humans are wired by God to belong and to make a difference.  We long to be part of something bigger than ourselves, and to help make a positive difference in the world around us. 

I want you to know that’s exactly what happens when you give to the church.  In whatever amount you give, you are making a difference in the lives of people in our own community and around the world.  And you are part of God’s unfolding story of hope for the world.  

That may sound like an overstatement, but it’s true.  

First United Methodist Church serves close to 7,000 individuals every month through the Friendship House, and serves close to 75 people every Saturday.  We host over 450 children and youth through our afterschool and Sunday programs.  We house several non-profits and recovery groups, and are the venue for numerous community concerts throughout the year.  All this and more is possible because of the generosity of folks who believe in and have become part of God’s mission in the world.  

The generosity of this church is in response to God’s own amazing love.  In the Bible we read, “We love because [God] first loved us” (1 John 4:19).  We have experienced God’s generous and life-giving love, and the best way we can express our gratitude is through generously loving and giving back.

We would love for you to be part of this story too.  Thank you for joining in God’s unfolding story of hope.

On the journey,

Pastor Wil