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First United Methodist Church, Sullivan Our building has been dedicated to the glory of God.  Its purpose is to provide hospitality, beauty, and functionality for worship, fellowship, Christian growth, and service. We welcome people from the community who wish to use … Continue reading →

EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR  JOB DESCRIPTION ACCORDING TO CONGREGATION’S NEEDS The Executive Administrator is a part time salaried job that pays $1,250 per month and includes both on site and remote work totaling approximately 15 hours a week.   The church needs a … Continue reading →

Sullivan UMC—J. Michael Smith Prayer Concern:  We are saddened to report that Gene Dolan, father of Paula Coffer, passed away this week.  Gene had been included in our prayer concerns for several weeks.  Please keep his family, including Paula, Tim, Gareth, and Anyssa … Continue reading →

Sullivan UMC—J. Michael Smith We had a nice group at the Bible Study this morning (19).  We still have room for more if you want to join us next week.  The study will be repeated tomorrow night (Wednesday) at 6:15. The power … Continue reading →

Sullivan UMC—J. Michael Smith Joys and Concerns from yesterday’s worship services: Bible Studies begin tomorrow (and Wednesday) The pastor’s Bible study on Revelation has its first session tomorrow morning (Tuesday) from 10-11 a.m. in the choir room.  You may come to … Continue reading →

Sullivan UMC—J. Michael Smith Pastoral Note:  Mary Storm was in the hospital in Springfield for several days but was scheduled today to return home to her residence for care there.  We keep her in our prayers. Change of Plans:  Tomorrow’s open house at … Continue reading →

Sullivan UMC—J. Michael Smith A quick check in with you today.  I’ll be in New Orleans tonight, then fly home tomorrow. My days in Sullivan this week are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.  Drop me an email jms754@gmail.com or a text (217) 898-3148 if you … Continue reading →

Sullivan UMC—J. Michael Smith Correction on April birthdays I inadvertently left off page two of the birthday list Yvonne sent me.  Here is the whole month: 4/2 – Mackenzie Hoss 4/6 – Amanda Sanner 4/7 – Angie Reed 4/8 – Theresa Shaw 4/12 … Continue reading →

Sullivan UMC—J. Michael Smith Lots of Important News Today NEWS ITEM #1:  Kat (Kathleen) Pound Will Be Our New Administrative Executive I am delighted to announce that Kat Pound has agreed to fill a long vacant administrative role for our church.   If … Continue reading →

Sullivan UMC—J. Michael Smith Maundy Thursday Service Tonight—7 p.m. Easter Egg Hunt, tomorrow, 4:30               (if there is rain, the event will be moved to the church—check with Kendall) EASTER SUNDAY WORSHIP:  9 A.M. IN SANCTUARY               One worship service for Easter News … Continue reading →