October 28, 2020

​By the grace of God we are here in this place at this time. By the faithfulness and dedication of those who came before us, we have a church here to call home. Our church has a history that spans more than a century! That is a legacy that has touched a great many lives. I'm proud of the ways we have and continue to create a space for people to experience God's love. Thank you for the ways each of you has made Crowley First United Methodist Church what it is today. And a special thanks to Amy for sharing her story of what the church means to her. 
                                               - Pastor Peter 
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Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.
                                                                                                    - Matthew 11:28-30

​What Crowley First United Methodist Church Means to Me

October 21, 2015 was the first day I stepped foot on the grounds of Crowley First United Methodist Church. I wasn’t there because I wanted to be … I was there because for over a year my boys had asked me to come to Youth Group with them. Finally I agreed, but deep down I was crying with fear and anxiety about it. You see, 3 years prior to that I had lost my faith in God and I was angry. I was angry because I felt that He had failed me. I felt he wasn’t there when I needed Him the most. I felt that all of my prayers and everyone’s prayers for my unborn daughter went unheard. So, I wanted no part in God or a church. 

That all changed when I first stepped onto the back lot of the church. It felt like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders and that my heart and soul were at peace. I wasn’t angry anymore and was thankful that when I had given up on God, He hadn’t given up on me. I can honestly say that I don’t know where I would be today had I not taken that first step in coming with my boys that night. I will forever be grateful to all the people at Crowley First UMC for welcoming me and my boys into the church. 
 
Faith and Love, 
 
Amy Trahan 
Youth and Children's Director

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We Welcome the 
                                                   BOLDEN FAMILY
                                 
who joined our congregation
​this past Sunday

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The Bolden's first Sunday to worship with us was our last Sunday before the shut down. We are so glad they continued to worship with us through the variety of ways we have provided over the last several months. This past Sunday, they officially joined the church and we all shared in the joy of baptizing their children. 

As we pray this week, let us remember these three young children who have been baptized. 
                                                                 

Together for Joy will accompany our stewardship program this year as we look the joy in Scripture
and all around.

Legacy Sunday is a few days away. We are ready to honor those who have gone before us and pledge what we can to carry on their legacy.

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​Dear Church:
As your lay leader I must tell you how much I appreciate Pastor Peter, our Church and all the many things we are about. Love, generosity, faithfulness to God, just to name a few.  Please find it in your heart to pledge what you are able on November 1, Legacy Sunday. The Church needs your financial support more than ever.
 
                                                       Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth!
                                                           Worship the Lord with gladness;
                                                         come before him with joyful songs.
                                                                       + Psalm 100:1-2

Debbie Houghton 
Lay Leader 

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​This year you have the option to submit your pledge card digitally.
Simply click the button below to begin!
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2020 Digital Pledge Card

New Way to Give! 
As we continue to grow in faith and discipleship, we keep looking for notes in that “new song.” We are delighted to share a new way to support the ministries of Crowley First United Methodist Church! Our finance committee has found a secure and easy way to offer gifts tithes and offerings through Text-to-Give. 

Simply text   crowleyfirst   to  888 - 444 - 8774

Your smart phone will direct you to a page to set up a profile. 
Once that is set up you can give and manage your offerings with ease. 
We are excited to offer this to our members as we continue to find new ways to come together in joy. ​

​CONTINUING TO PRAY FOR OUR NATION
AND WORLD THROUGH SCRIPTURE 



REVIVAL
As we continue to pray for our nation in these last days before the election on November 3rd, we focus on revival. We believe that our earnest prayers have made a difference and have changed lives. The result can be seen as God healing our land and the nation experiencing a revival. What does that look like in your mind? God's grace and power are more than we can imagine. How may God stretch beyond your imagination and work within this world in the next few days and years? 

This week we focus on ‘revival' and new life as you read these verses. Set aside a few minutes to read the Scripture and reflect. Ask God to open our eyes and soften our hearts so that we might find God's peace and work on mending relationships with others. May we begin to see signs of revival and new life! 
 
 
October 25                   Psalm 80:16-19
October 26                   Psalm 85:1-7
October 27                   Acts 2:1-4
October 28                   Acts 2:5-13
October 29                   Acts 2:14-21
October 30                   Hosea 6:1-3
October 31                   Ephesians 2:1-10
November 1                 1 Timothy 2:1-4
November 2                 Psalm 113:4

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WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY


Legacy Sunday gives us the opportunity to honor those who have died this past year and to pledge to keep their legacy alive
and well for generations to come.  We will be lighting candles in honor of our loved ones, offering our pledge cards,
and sharing in the sacred meal of Holy Communion.     


Worship in the Fellowship Hall at 8:45 am


 
Worship in Sanctuary at 11 am
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We ask that you wear a mask at these services and observe social distancing.


 Online worship is available each week for anyone uncomfortable in groups, or those sick or symptomatic. The CDC continues to recommend that individuals 65 years or older, people of all ages with medical issues like high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity, or a weakened immune system should stay at home as much as possible.

            An Invitation to Sing
            Choir Room 
            Wednesdays at 6 pm



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While congregational singing is not currently in full swing, music continues to be an integral part of worship. Our organist, Laura Lowder, is preparing music for some special services coming soon. 

If you would like to sing hymns and an anthem for Legacy Sunday, Advent and/or Christmas, you are invited to join her in the Choir Room on Wednesday at 6 pm.

This is the old choir rehearsal time, but Laura is happy to change it if there is a better night and time for those participating. 

You are welcome to talk to Laura at any time if you are unable to attend this week. 
She can be reached at  

919 - 769 - 1150

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ONLINE WORSHIP
SUNDAYS AT 8:45 AM

Access Online Worship here

Visit our Facebook page for Online Worship Here

Your Support is Needed and Appreciated! 

​You may mail your gifts, tithes, and offerings to:

Crowley First UMC
P.O. Box 1064
Crowley, LA 70527

You can now make a donation to the church by texting 

crowleyfirst

to 888 444 8774

or by clicking the button below

DONATE

REMEMBER YOU ARE LOVED! 


And you are always welcome at Crowley First UMC!