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Church Orchestra

    After several years of pre-planning, the time has come to form an instrumental ensemble.  There are MANY people in the church who have experience playing wind, brass, percussion, and string instruments and plan to give them an opportunity to use their gifts.  The initial plan is to meet

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Foundational Beliefs

Foundational Beliefs Questionnaire If you did not have an opportunity to turn in the questionnaire found in the church bulletin on Sunday, August 25,  you may access it here  (you will need to print it and then fill it out) or pick up a copy in the church lobby or

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Cub Scout Pack 88

Cub Scout Pack 88, sponsored by the 1st United Methodist of Gilbert, is looking for boys who are in the first, second, third, and fourth grades.  We have an exciting year-round program – lots of fun and educational year-round activities and a great school year planned. Questions?  Interested?  Come to

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Bottled Water Drive

  The Missions Committee is collecting cases of bottled water for the Watkins Homeless Shelter during the month of August. You may place your donations by the Missions shelves in the activity center entryway on Sunday mornings or bring them to the church office   during the week.

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Welcome Eric

Welcome, Eric Everett and family!  The Staff Parish Relations Committee is delighted to welcome Eric Everett to our staff as Director of Children and Youth Ministries, effective August 12.  Eric will complete a certification in Youth Ministries at Perkins School of Theology in December.  He has extensive experience in both

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Preschool Openings

Good News! A couple of last minute openings in the 3’s and 4’s classes have become available!!  If you know someone who is looking for a loving, caring and Christian environment for their child to learn and grow, please call the Church Office at 480-892-9166.  Spread the word! Take a 

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Promotion Sunday

Promotion Sunday is Sunday June 16.   This is  when all Sunday School Children AND Youth start going to the grade that they will be in for the 2013/2014 School Year. I know it might seem odd to see your little one that just graduated from Kindergarten to be going

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SunSplash 2013

Friday, June 14    1:00 – 6:00 pm All new Junior High, Senior High youth, 2013 graduates, and their friends.   Don’t miss out on this awesome day in the sun for only $20 per person Make sure to RSVP back to the Church by Wednesday June 12 and to

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Michael Stephenson Memorial

Friends of First United Methodist Church, It has been a difficult week for our church family, and we are trying to be sure that all persons who call this church home have heard our sad news.  Michael Stephenson, Director of Children and Youth Ministries at First UMC, fell and sustained

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Aloha Pastor Eve

Effective July 1, 2013 Rev. Eve Williams will assume the role of Associate Pastor at Paradise Valley United Methodist Church. We are very proud of Rev. Williams and know that her many gifts and talents will be deepened through her new assignment. Rev.  Williams is much loved by our congregation

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