Worship Services Study and Exploration
Worship Services Study Explanation
What is Happening?
First UMC at the request of Church Council is engaging in a study of our current Sunday morning schedule and worship services. We would love to hear your thoughts on the ways you connect and worship at First UMC.
Why Study our Sunday Morning Schedule
As the pandemic changed much of how our society connects and where worship attendance in person is down and online worship attendance is on the rise, we are exploring to learn how best to connect. Do we still need all of the services we have on a Sunday? Are they are at the right times to be positioned for growth? We have no preconceived notions with the goal of hearing and learning from you. Thank you for your input.
Thank You for Your Input
Thank you to all who provided input through our survey or gatherings.
Next Steps
The Worship Committee's compelling and all of the feedback received and currently studying the trends found in the feedback. In addition, we are visiting other churches to gain insights as well. Stay tuned as we prepare to share our update with you all at the end of summer 2025.
Thank You!
Thank you for your input as we continue to strengthen our worship services and deepen our connection. We look forward to learning together.
The Worship Committee of First UMC
Sandy Simpson | Co-Chairperson
Trey Helms | Co-Chairperson
Ann Davis
Michael Graham
Scott Grigg
Becki Lowder
Phil Morgan
Angela Neal
Susan Stacey
Betsy States
DT Turner
Debbie Webb
James Smith | Music Committee Chairperson
Beth Rogers | Music Committee Vice Chairperson
Lyn Anderson | Lay Leader Representative
Music Ministry Staff:
Tony Pero | Director of Modern Worship
Jill Willis | Director of Traditional Music and Worship
Susan Lisle | Music Associate
Timothy Scruggs | Organist
The Church Council
John Crane | Chairperson
Your Pastors
Rev. Justin Lowe | Co-Senior Pastor
Rev. Melissa Lowe | Co-Senior Pastor
Rev. Preciouse Wilson | Associate Pastor