Upcoming Events
Men’s Book Club
Join our next Men’s Book Club at Zera’s Coffee, 420 E. McKinney, Denton. The book chosen is: Blood and Thunder by Hampton Sides. Discussion will be encouraged and occasionally we may even talk about the book. Even if you don’t read, come and enjoy the fellowship. Please contact Bob Voss 972-965-9605 for more information.
Book Description: In the summer of 1846, the Army of the West marched through Santa Fe, enroute to invade and occupy the Western territories claimed by Mexico. Fueled by the new ideology of “Manifest Destiny,” this land grab would lead to a decades-long battle between the United States and the Navajos, the fiercely resistant rulers of a huge swath of mountainous desert wilderness.
Lenten Midday Prayer
Join us each Wednesday during the season of Lent for a brief service of Midday Prayer. We’ll be meeting at Noon in Cole Chapel on March 18 & 25. All are welcome!
Easter Egg Donations
Easter is coming and we’re excited to provide a community Easter Egg Hunt event this year at our annual Eggstravaganza (March 29 at 4pm!)—and we need lots of pre-filled eggs! You can bring your donations to the church OR we have set up an Amazon Wishlist—all you have to do is add the candy or eggs to your cart, purchase it, and it will ship directly to the church. Thank you for your generosity that will provide Easter joy to kids in our community!
Joining Sunday
We’d love to walk this journey of faith with you! Becoming a member at FUMC Denton means committing to grow together through prayer, presence, gifts, service, and witness—never alone, always in community.
📅 Next Joining Day: March 22
Have questions? Email us here to learn more!
Family Lenten Workshop
Kids, youth, and their families are invited to join us for a morning of hands-on fun, meaningful connection, and activities that help us journey through the Lenten season. We'll work on a special mission project and spend time together as we reflect on this season of preparation and renewal.
All families are welcome—no registration needed! This event is free and open to all kids, youth, and their families.
The Family Lenten Workshop will be held in Monroe Gym on the Sycamore Street side of FUMC Denton. FUMC Denton offers parking in the smaller lot on Sycamore Street and the big lot behind the church, accessible from Mulberry Street. Accessible parking spaces are available in both parking lots. You can find maps of our church campus at fumcdenton.com/map.
Questions? Contact us here.
Lenten Midday Prayer
Join us each Wednesday during the season of Lent for a brief service of Midday Prayer. We’ll be meeting at Noon in Cole Chapel on March 25. All are welcome!
Palm Sunday Parade
Join us in Ivey Garden on Palm Sunday for our annual palm parade. We will gather at 10:50 to hear the children’s choir sing, the brass band play, pray and sing together, and then parade with our palms to the 11:00 service in the Sanctuary and Open in Flinn Hall. Mosaic will have a seperate processional at 9am. Come and join us as we celebrate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem—the first step in our journey through Holy Week, toward the cross, and ultimately, the empty tomb on a glorious Easter morning!
Easter Eggstravaganza
The Easter Bunny is coming to FUMC Denton on Sunday, March 29 from 4-5:30pm. Bring the whole family for a fun Community Egg Hunt! This event is 100% free and open to the public. We’ll have an Egg Hunt, pictures with the Easter Bunny, popsicles, and games. Please bring a basket for each child. See you there!
Egg Hunt Schedule:
4:15pm — Birth-Age 3
4:30pm — Age 4-Kindergarten
4:55pm — 1st-2nd Grade
5:15pm — 3rd-5th Grade
This event will be held in Monroe Gym on the Sycamore Street side of the church. Parking is available in the small lot on Sycamore Street and the large lot behind the church (accessible from Mulberry Street). Accessible parking is available in both lots. Campus maps at fumcdenton.com/map.
Questions? Contact Pastor Sheryl Gallarneau. Learn more at fumcdenton.com.
Holy Week Midday Prayer
Join us each weekday of Holy Week (Monday-Friday) as we travel from Palm Sunday to the cross and ultimately the empty tomb at midday prayer. Held at noon in Cole Chapel, these brief services recount the actions of the week of Jesus’ passion. We will sing and pray, read scripture, and journey with Jesus through this most important week in our year.
The Maundy Thursday Midday Prayer Service will include the celebration of communion.
Real Talk Y'all
Want to talk about real stuff that you don't always get to talk about in a faith community? Join our pastors at 6:30 pm in Flinn Hall for a conversation about your real questions. And pizza. We throw questions into a bucket, then draw them out anonymously and engage them as a community. Together we have an amazing, uplifting and informative time talking real talk! Questions? Reach out to Krystal. This Real Talk Y’all is open to all!
March Mission Corner: Enrichment Activities for Senior Neighbors
The Missions Team is partnering with three Denton low-income Senior housing developments to provide life enrichment activities, focusing on improving physical health, mental sharpness, and emotional well-being. Regular participation in these activities helps seniors maintain independence, reduces the risk of cognitive decline and fosters a sense of community.
This is a list of suggested items:
Games
Puzzles
Large Print Puzzle books
Coloring books/Crayons/Markers
Chair Volleyball net
Large Print books - new or used
Craft kits - bulk
Thank you for your generous support of our Mission Corner. You may bring your donations to the collection box in the entryway off the Ivey Garden on Sunday mornings or during church office hours, Monday-Thursday, 9-4. We have also created an Amazon Wishlist if you prefer to give that way.
Community Dinner
Everyone is welcome to a church-wide community dinner on the 1st Wednesday nights of every month at 6pm in Miller Center!
Build deeper relationships in your church community and enjoy your dinner at the church. You can bring your own dinner, bring something to share with the community, or just come hungry—whatever works for you works for us!
There are lots of folks already here on Wednesday nights coming to choir, handbells, meetings, studies, etc. Feel free to come and then disburse to other Wednesday night activities. This will be come & go, no pressure to arrive at a specific time or stay long. See you there!
Maundy Thursday
On Maundy Thursday, we step into the story of Jesus’ final night before his arrest—where love, service, and sacrifice take center stage. Led by our pastors and modern band, this service blends scripture, storytelling, and secular music to bring the journey of that night to life.
Experience the intimacy of the Last Supper through Holy Communion, the humility of Jesus washing his disciples’ feet through a hand-washing activity, and the weight of what was to come. Through music from our world today and over generations, we’ll discover how this ancient story still speaks to us, shaping our faith and calling.
You can also join us online for on YouTube. Come and remember what Jesus has done, is doing, and will do, as we find ourselves in the story once more.
This service is located in Flinn Hall on the Sycamore Street side of the church.
Good Friday
Join us for a solemn Tenebrae Service of Good Friday. Tenebrae—meaning “darkness” or “shadows”—is a deeply reflective service that traces the events of Christ’s passion through scripture, prayer, and music. As the story unfolds, candles are gradually extinguished, symbolizing the growing shadows of betrayal, suffering, and death, and inviting us into quiet contemplation of Christ’s sacrifice.
As we remember the significance of Good Friday, this worship experience offers space for meditation, reverence, and prayer as we reflect on the meaning of the cross for our lives today. You can also join us on line on our church’s Youtube Channel.
Easter Sunday
Join us on Easter Sunday for a joyous celebration of new life, renewal, and resurrection—God’s grace at work in our world and in us. The ancient call and response of the people bears witness to that grace: Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Together we celebrate our shared hope with glorious song, hopeful good news, and joyous life. Invite friends, strangers, neighbors, and families as we celebrate the powerful love of God in Christ! We’ll have opportunities for both in-person worship and online worship on this day.
Easter Schedule:
7 am Sunrise Service - Crouch Garden (on Sycamore Street) / Rain plan: Cole Chapel
8 am Jesus Fuente de Vida - Monroe Gym (on Sycamore Street)
9 am Mosaic Worship – Flinn Hall (on Sycamore side of church, porch with rainbow doors)
11 am Sanctuary Worship - Sanctuary (on corner of Locust & Mulberry, 2nd floor)
11 am Open Worship - Flinn Hall (on Sycamore side of church, porch with rainbow doors)
Pub Theology
This is a casual, open-minded gathering for folks with big questions about God, faith, and life. We meet at a local bar for drinks, a mini presentation, and thoughtful conversation together. Each gathering explores a topic through history, the Bible, and the voices of theologians.
April’s topic: Eucontamination
Let’s talk about the concepts of Disgust Theology and Contamination-For-Good based on the book Eucontamination by Billie & Paul Hoard. Here’s a preview: “For too long, Christianity has been distorted by an overapplied purity-disgust metaphor: fueling exclusion, reinforcing fear, and enabling Christian Nationalism. Eucontamination challenges this toxic framework, arguing that Jesus did not retreat from impurity but transformed it.”
No church background required. No pressure to follow a specific religion or belief. All are welcome—bring your questions, your curiosity, and your whole self as we learn from each other.
Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201
Time: 7pm
Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Alyssa.
Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.
Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).
Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.
NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.
Coffee with the Pastors
Are you new to FUMC Denton or interested in learning more about getting involved? Join us for "Coffee with the Pastors" during the Sunday School hour in Room 108. This is a perfect opportunity to meet our pastors, hear about the many ways you can connect, ask questions about our church and membership. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee, great conversation, and find your place in our vibrant community. We look forward to getting to know you better!
Glow LGBTQIA+ Small Group
This is an intentional safe space for our LGBTQ+ only community to gather for real talk and to support each other. We’ll hang out, have pizza, and submit anonymous questions into a bucket and engage with them as a community. Pizza is provided! This group is open to anyone who is part of the LGBTQ+ community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here!
Trippers: Italy
Ciao! We will be eating our way around the Tuscany region of Italy. This is the trip to Italy that everyone who has been to Italy wants to do when they return. We'll be able to absorb the ambiance of Tuscany and Florence while enjoying meals in local estates, farmhouses and wineries.
This is a 9-day trip. There is an optional extension to add Rome for 3 nights also available. The deposit is $600 per person, travel insurance is $450. Airfare is included in the price.
You may register online here using the booking #202566 or get your registration to:
Candy Blackmon
416 Hollyhill Ln.
Denton, TX 76205
Questions? Contact Candy Blackmon, (626) 644-4045
Real Talk Y'all
Want to talk about real stuff that you don't always get to talk about in a faith community? Join our pastors at 6:30 pm in Flinn Hall for a conversation about your real questions. And pizza. We throw questions into a bucket, then draw them out anonymously and engage them as a community. Together we have an amazing, uplifting and informative time talking real talk! Questions? Reach out to Krystal. This Real Talk Y’all is open to all!
Pub Theology
This is a casual, open-minded gathering for folks with big questions about God, faith, and life. We meet at a local bar for drinks, a mini presentation, and thoughtful conversation together. Each gathering explores a topic through history, the Bible, and the voices of theologians.
May’s topic: Better Call Paul
Join us in a conversation about the apostle Paul and the New Testament!
No church background required. No pressure to follow a specific religion or belief. All are welcome—bring your questions, your curiosity, and your whole self as we learn from each other.
Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201
Time: 7pm
Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Alyssa.
Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.
Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).
Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.
NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.
Glow LGBTQIA+ Small Group
This is an intentional safe space for our LGBTQ+ only community to gather for real talk and to support each other. We’ll hang out, have pizza, and submit anonymous questions into a bucket and engage with them as a community. Pizza is provided! This group is open to anyone who is part of the LGBTQ+ community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here!
Trippers: Scotland & Iona Pilgrimage
Join FUMC Denton for a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage through Scotland, with a weeklong spiritual retreat on the sacred Isle of Iona—birthplace of Celtic Christianity. This 13-day journey includes worship and programming with the Iona Community, visits to Edinburgh and Oban, and optional excursions to St. Andrews, Loch Ness, and more. Space is limited! For details or to register, contact Josh Taylor at jtaylor@fumcdenton.com.
High School Mission Trip
High School Mission Trip | June 14–20, 2026
In early July 2025, San Angelo was devastated by catastrophic flash flooding—one of many communities struck by record rainfall that left over 1,000 homes with major damage and transformed familiar streets into impassable waterways. The road to recovery is long, and help is needed. This summer, high schoolers are invited to travel to San Angelo, Texas for a week of meaningful service and community impact partnering with Be the Neighbor.
Over the course of the week, your group will engage in hands-on disaster relief and recovery work. Students might help clear debris, assist with home repairs, distribute essential supplies, or support local shelters and disaster response organizations. Alongside the physical work, we'll hear directly from residents whose lives were upended by the flood and gain a deeper understanding of what long-term recovery truly looks like for a community.
Cost: $450 per person
This is more than a service trip—it's a chance for students to show up for neighbors in need, grow in their faith, and be the hands and feet of Christ in a place still finding its footing.
For more information, contact Jack.
Musical Theatre Camp for 1st-6th Grades
FUMC Denton is excited to offer a Musical Theatre Camp this summer, June 22-26! Kids will spend the week learning a musical made just for kids and full of excellent music! Music Theater Camp is for kids entering 1st-6th grade in the 2026-27 school year and will be led by our Children’s Choir Director, Jamie Rives.
Half Day Campers (includes daily snack and lunch on Friday):
Early Registration Fee (by March 22): $125/kid // $300 Family Max
Regular Registration Fee (by May 11): $175/kid // $400 Family Max
M-Th: 8:30am-Noon & Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm (Show Day)
Kids will enjoy mornings full of music, acting, dancing, set building, morning snacks, and more as they prepare for their big show on Friday night! Friday is a full day exception for all campers—lunch is included and they’ll spend the afternoon that day in dress rehearsals and preparing all the final touches for the big show.
Full Day Campers (includes a daily field trip, lunch, and snacks):
Early Registration Fee (by March 22): $250/kid // $550 Family Max
Regular Registration Fee (by May 11): $300/kid // $650 Family Max
M-F: 8:30am-5:30pm
Kids will enjoy all of the above as well as daily lunch and afternoon field trips Monday-Thursday. We’ve got exciting things planned, more information on field trips coming soon!
The Big Show!
Friday at 6pm in the Sanctuary with a reception to follow in Miller Center.
Parents are invited to see all the incredible work the kids have done this week and enjoy their performance! A reception in Miller Center will follow the performance.
If your family would like to participate, but you need financial assistance, please contact our Children’s Choir Director, Jamie Rives, at jrives@fumc-denton.com.
Middle School Mystery Trip
Middle School Mystery Trip | July 13—July 17, 2026
6th–8th graders are invited to join us for the Middle School Mystery Trip, a five-day adventure packed with service, community, and fun. The destination is a surprise, but here's what we can tell you: our group will partner with a local non-profit to make a real difference during the morning, then spend the second half for our days exploring the city and creating unforgettable memories with your friends.
Cost: $250 per person
For more information, contact Jack!
Trippers: The Ark Encounter
The Ark Encounter and Creation Museum will be the destination for the Trippers Aug. 24th-28th, 2026.
We will be flying into Cincinnati to enjoy a dinner on a riverboat, visit the Ark replica at the Ark Encounter, the Creation Museum, and the National Air Force Museum. then we will venture on to Louisville, KY to see the Kentucky Derby Museum.
Cost is $2499 per person double occupancy or $2899 - single.
Come join us for a trip back in time.
Trippers: Canadian Fall Foliage Cruise
The Trippers will be cruising and enjoying the Fall Foliage while exploring the east Canadian waterways and islands October 3 –13, 2026.
We will arrive in Quebec and have a day to explore Quebec City before sailing out the St. Lawrence River. We will cruise all around Novia Scotia while visiting Charlottetown, Sydney and Halifax. We'll be able to sail, relax and enjoy the fall leaves making our way around to Portland, Maine and Boston. We will be sailing on Princess Cruise lines and enjoy all the amenities of the ship.
Airfare is included. Reserve your space for the best cabins.
For reservations contact Grand American Tours: (800) 423-0247
Questions? Contact Candy Blackmon, (626) 644-4045
Trippers: Ecuador & Galapagos Islands
This is a once in a lifetime adventure. The Trippers are going to explore and experience the Galapagos Islands. We'll fly into Quito, Ecuador and spend a day touring the city. The next day we will fly to Baltra Island to board the MV Galapagos Legend. Our ship will be home for the next 4 nights as we visit 5 of the Galapagos Islands.
Departure is November 3, 2026. This is an 8-day trip. The deposit is $600 per person; travel insurance is $675. Airfare is included in the price.
You may register online at https://res.premierworlddiscovery.com with the booking code #204851 or get your registration to:
Candy Blackmon
416 Hollyhill Ln.
Denton, TX 76205
Questions? Contact Candy Blackmon, (626) 644-4045
Trippers: New Year's Rose Parade
Happy New Year! The Trippers' are going to the 2027 Rose Parade. We will be flying to sunny Southern California to take in the parade on New Year's Day and view the floats up close the next day.
This trip includes visits to the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Laguna Beach, Newport Beach and Hollywood Blvd. We will also visit San Diego and have a Harbor Cruise before returning.
December 30, 2026-January 4, 2027
If you've always wanted to see and enjoy the fragrant Rose Parade, this is your trip! Price is $4399 pp double, deposit is $400, travel insurance is $399.
Questions? Contact Candy Blackmon, (626) 644-4045
Lenten Midday Prayer
Join us each Wednesday during the season of Lent for a brief service of Midday Prayer. We’ll be meeting at Noon in Cole Chapel on March 11, 18, & 25. All are welcome!
Texas Boy’s Choir 80th Anniversary Concert
A Jarvis Jacobs Photo
FUMC Denton is honored to host a free special concert by the Texas Boy’s Choir as they celebrate their 80th Anniversary. This free, commemorative performance marks the beginning of their anniversary season and returns the choir to Denton—where their story first began.
Join us for an evening of beautiful choral music in the Sanctuary as the Texas Boy’s Choir shares a program reflecting their rich legacy, musical excellence, and continued impact. All are welcome!
Glow LGBTQIA+ Small Group
This is an intentional safe space for our LGBTQ+ only community to gather for real talk and to support each other. We’ll hang out, have pizza, and submit anonymous questions into a bucket and engage with them as a community. Pizza is provided! This group is open to anyone who is part of the LGBTQ+ community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here!
Youth Methodist Mash-Up
Youth Group: Methodist Mash-Up at Flower Mound UMC!
Get ready to mash it up—again! On March 8, our youth are joining students from area UMC churches for another Methodist Mash-Up, hosted at Flower Mound UMC. The night is packed with games, worship, and something extra special: a group service project for Lovepacs, a local nonprofit that provides food to children in our community during school breaks. Together we'll be packing meals for kids who need them most—faith in action!
Meet at FUMC Denton at 4:15pm to ride together—we'll be back at the church by 7:45pm.
Don't miss this chance for fun, worship, and making a real difference alongside new and old friends from across the Methodist family!
Community Dinner
Everyone is welcome to a church-wide community dinner on the 1st Wednesday nights of every month at 6pm in Miller Center!
Build deeper relationships in your church community and enjoy your dinner at the church. You can bring your own dinner, bring something to share with the community, or just come hungry—whatever works for you works for us!
There are lots of folks already here on Wednesday nights coming to choir, handbells, meetings, studies, etc. Feel free to come and then disburse to other Wednesday night activities. This will be come & go, no pressure to arrive at a specific time or stay long. See you there!
Lenten Midday Prayer
Join us each Wednesday during the season of Lent for a brief service of Midday Prayer. We’ll be meeting at Noon in Cole Chapel on March 4, 11, 18, & 25. All are welcome!
Pub Theology
This is a casual, open-minded gathering for folks with big questions about God, faith, and life. We meet at a local bar for drinks, a mini presentation, and thoughtful conversation together. Each gathering explores a topic through history, the Bible, and the voices of theologians.
March’s topic: Shout to the Lord: Music in Worship with guest expert, Dr. Josh Taylor, Director of Worship & Music at FUMC Denton.
No church background required. No pressure to follow a specific religion or belief. All are welcome—bring your questions, your curiosity, and your whole self as we learn from each other.
Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201
Time: 7:30pm
***Please note that we are pushing the time for the March 2nd meeting to 7:30pm (instead of 7pm) so that Josh can join us.
Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Alyssa.
Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.
Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).
Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.
NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.
Chili Cook-Off
POSTPONED TO MARCH 1 DUE TO WINTER STORM
Chili Serving & Competition Begin at 11:00 AM | Silent Auction Starts at Noon
Join us for FUMC Denton Youth's Annual Chili Cook-Off and Silent Auction! This beloved fundraiser supports our youth mission trips and is a fun-filled tradition for our church family.
Chili will be served starting at 11:00 AM so everyone, including our early worship folks, can enjoy and participate in a friendly chili competition! Taste a variety of delicious recipes and vote for your favorite by dropping donations into the corresponding jar. The chili with the most donations wins!
Prizes will be awarded for:
The Sunday school class or small group that cooks the most chili
The individual chili that earns the most donations
Seating for dining in will be available in the Monroe Gym. Take-home servings will also be offered in Monroe Gym for those who just want chili to-go.
Don't miss the Silent Auction, featuring unique items donated by our youth and community members. Past favorites include themed baskets like the always-popular Buc-ee’s Basket, loaded with treats and merch!
This is a donations-only event—no cost to enter or enjoy. Bring your appetite, your friends, and your generosity to support a great cause!
March Mission Corner: Enrichment Activities for Senior Neighbors
The Missions Team is partnering with three Denton low-income Senior housing developments to provide life enrichment activities, focusing on improving physical health, mental sharpness, and emotional well-being. Regular participation in these activities helps seniors maintain independence, reduces the risk of cognitive decline and fosters a sense of community.
This is a list of suggested items:
Games
Puzzles
Large Print Puzzle books
Coloring books/Crayons/Markers
Chair Volleyball net
Large Print books - new or used
Craft kits - bulk
Thank you for your generous support of our Mission Corner. You may bring your donations to the collection box in the entryway off the Ivey Garden on Sunday mornings or during church office hours, Monday-Thursday, 9-4. We have also created an Amazon Wishlist if you prefer to give that way.
February Mission Corner: Gift Cards for Spring Break Food Baskets
FUMC Denton is partnering with Tomas Rivera Elementary to provide grocery store gift cards for families whose children depend on the school breakfast and lunch programs for meals when school is in session. Feeding children during spring break, March 9-13, is a challenge for food insecure families.
To participate, you may:
Give Kroger or Walmart gift cards in any dollar amount $50 or less. Please write the value on the gift card. You may drop gift cards in the offering plate on Sunday mornings or at the Ivey Garden entrance to FUMC Denton during business hours.
Donate money through fumcdenton.com/give and select “General Missions” from the drop-down menu or mail checks to FUMC Denton. Designate funds to general mission with "February Mission Corner” in the memo line both online and via check.
Wonderfully Made Workshop for 6th-8th Graders
Raising a middle schooler comes with big questions—and big feelings. Wonderfully Made is a faith-based workshop for 6th–8th graders that helps students explore what it means to be created in God’s image during a season of growth and change.
Through honest, age-appropriate teaching and guided discussion, students will learn about their changing bodies, emotional health, relationships, boundaries, and God’s design for sexuality—all in a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment. This program emphasizes respect, faith, and informed decision-making as students grow into who God created them to be.
Wonderfully Made is intentionally welcoming and affirming of all students, including those who may be queer, questioning, or straight, and creates space for every participant to feel respected, seen, and valued.
This course is $40 per child and facilitated by Rev. Audrua Welch, Associate Pastor at Plymouth Park UMC.
Schedule:
Friday, February 27—6:30-8:30pm
Saturday, February 28—9am-3pm
(Parents are asked to join the students from 2-3pm on Saturday for the last part of the workshop.)
*The Wonderfully Made experience is paired with a parent seminar the Sunday prior (Teaching the Talk) on February 22 to help families continue these conversations at home with shared language and values. Together, we aim to support both students and parents as they navigate this important season of life with confidence, care, and faith.
Questions? Contact Jack Payne.
Lenten Midday Prayer
Join us each Wednesday during the season of Lent for a brief service of Midday Prayer. We’ll be meeting at Noon in Cole Chapel on February 25, and March 4, 11, 18, & 25. All are welcome!
Real Talk Y'all
Want to talk about real stuff that you don't always get to talk about in a faith community? Join Pastor Sheryl at 6:30pm in Flinn Hall for a conversation about your real questions. And pizza. We throw questions into a bucket, then draw them out anonymously and engage them as a community. Together we have an amazing, uplifting and informative time talking real talk! Questions? Reach out to Krystal. This Real Talk Y’all is open to all!
Teaching the Talk: Parent Seminar
Sunday, February 22 | 5:30–7:30pm | Miller Center | Dinner Inlcuded
Talking with your child about human sexuality can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Teaching the Talk is a seminar designed to equip parents of all ages with tools, language, and confidence to have healthy, faithful, and age-appropriate conversations with their children.
During this session, we’ll explore the Six Principles of Sexual Health, the differences between abstinence-only and medically accurate, evidence-based sex education, and the United Methodist Church’s Social Principles related to human sexuality. Participants will be invited to reflect on and identify personal and family values, learn how to create safe environments for questions and mistakes, and practice real-life conversations through guided role-playing in small groups.
This seminar is especially encouraged for parents whose students will be participating in the Wonderfully Made Workshop the following weekend, but it is open and valuable for parents at any stage. Our goal is to empower you to continue these important conversations with clarity, compassion, and faith.
UWF Soup for the Soul Fundraiser
Warm your body and spirit at this delicious fundraiser benefiting United Women in Faith mission projects. Stop by the Miller Center to purchase homemade soup to-go, or stay awhile and enjoy a cup of soup and fellowship with others.
A variety of soups will be available, including a vegetarian option, all served with cornbread:
$16 Quart of soup + two pieces of cornbread (to-go)
$8 Bowl of soup + one slice of cornbread (to-go or dine-in)
Soup will be sold from the Miller Center kitchen at 11am and at Noon.
Proceeds from Soup for the Soul support United Women in Faith as they work to empower women, children, and youth around the world. Thank you for your support!
Final Words Lenten Study
Harvest Sunday School Class | 10am | Room 336
The Harvest Sunday School class invites you to begin your Lenten journey with Adam Hamilton's Final Words, exploring the powerful last statements Jesus spoke from the cross. Through biblical accounts, first-person storytelling, and reflections on what these words mean for us today, we'll journey through Jesus' final moments—from "Father, Forgive Them" to "Into Your Hands I Commit My Spirit." Don't have the book yet? No problem—come anyway! All are welcome to join this meaningful study as we prepare our hearts during Lent.
Family Breakfast Day
Start your day with a delicious breakfast and great company at Loco Cafe! Bring your family and friends for a delightful morning meal. We can't wait to see you there! All are welcome!
Ash Wednesday Evening Service
Join us for worship at 6:30pm in the Sanctuary to begin the season of Lent on Ash Wednesday. This service will include the imposition of ashes and focuses on centering ourselves as we prepare to journey with Jesus to the cross and ultimately his resurrection on Easter morning.
Childcare will be available for ages 0-4. Please enter the church through the Mulberry door that can be found on the Mulberry Street side of the church in the center of the building. The elevator is on the left and the Sanctuary and childcare are on the 2nd floor. Parking is available in the church lot on the corner of Industrial and Mulberry and along Mulberry Street.
This service will be live-streamed on YouTube. For those of you joining from home, you are welcome to use any other household item as ashes—some popular choices include glitter, chalk, spices, and dirt for self-imposition at home. We hope you will join us for worship as we begin the season of Lent together!
Ash Wednesday Midday Service
Join us at Noon in Cole Chapel to begin the season of Lent on Ash Wednesday. This service will include the imposition of ashes and focuses on centering ourselves as we prepare to journey with Jesus to the cross and ultimately his resurrection on Easter morning.
Please enter the church through the Cole Chapel door that can be found on the corner of Locust and Sycamore Streets or the breezeway door on the Sycamore Street side of the church under the breezeway. Parking is available in the small lot behind True Leaf on Sycamore Street.
We hope you will join us for worship as we begin the season of Lent together!
Men’s Book Club
Join our next Men’s Book Club at Zera’s Coffee, 420 E. McKinney, Denton. The book chosen is: Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger Discussion will be encouraged and occasionally we may even talk about the book. Even if you don’t read, come and enjoy the fellowship. Please contact Bob Voss 972-965-9605 for more information.
Book Description: Award-winning author William Kent Krueger has gained an immense fan base for his Cork O’Connor series. In Ordinary Grace, Krueger looks back to 1961 to tell the story of Frank Drum, a boy on the cusp of manhood. A typical 13-year-old with a strong, loving family, Frank is devastated when a tragedy forces him to face the unthinkable - and to take on a maturity beyond his years.
A Clearing Season: Lent Small Group Experience
Discover renewal and refreshment on an experiential journey through the Lent wilderness season. Grounded in Scripture, led by a life-giving text, and by certified spiritual director Kake Nations, we will explore new practices to help navigate any season accompanied by Jesus.
Clear, short readings with scripture, questions, simple assignments or exercises, sharing, and experiences of journey allow us to unburden ourselves, face "wild beasts" of anxiety or fear, to notice where new growth appears, and become grounded where God plants as we enter into new life.
Sign up now for Sundays, February 15—Easter, April 5, from 5:30-7pm, plus an optional "afterglow" gathering on April 12.
What you'll need: the book, your calendar, a way to take notes if you wish, and a seeking, adventurous spirit. A Clearing Season: Reflections for Lent by Sarah Parsons is the text, available new or pre-loved online.
Contact Kake with questions and/or to sign up early.
Youth Open Gym
Youth are invited to join us for Open Gym, a special youth group night with extra time to hang out, play games, and enjoy the gym together. This is a relaxed, fun evening designed for students to connect with friends, burn off some energy, and be part of our youth community in a low-pressure, welcoming space. Open to all youth during our regular weekly meeting time—come as you are and bring a friend!
Caring Congregation Cohort
The Horizons Texas Conference has invited us to participate in a hybrid (in-person and online) cohort designed to help clergy and laity build, strengthen, and expand care and healing ministries that reach both within the church and into the wider community.
Through guided teaching, practical tools, and shared learning, participants will explore why systems of care matter, what effective day-to-day caring looks like, and how intentional care ministries help churches reach new people and deepen discipleship. This cohort will help churches evaluate their current ministry context, organize or expand a care team, and take concrete next steps toward launching or deepening a sustainable care ministry that reflects Christ’s healing presence.
The training combines in-person gatherings with live Zoom sessions and is designed for both new and existing care teams. Churches may participate individually or as a group, making this an ideal opportunity for pastors, staff, and lay leaders to learn and discern together.
Medium-Large Churches Option 2 Schedule:
In-Person Kickoff: Saturday, February 14 | 10:30am–Noon (Hosted at FUMC Denton)
Online Sessions (Zoom): Mondays, February 16, 23; March 2, 9, 16 | 7–8:30pm
In-Person Conclusion: Saturday, March 21 | 10am–2pm (Hosted at FUMC Denton)
Participation & Requirements
Participants commit to engaging weekly (live or via recording), discerning learnings and next steps individually or as a team, and purchasing the primary resource, The Caring Congregation: Implementation Guide (approximately $15). Additional handouts and resources will be provided throughout the cohort.
Cost: The conference has covered the cost of the training. Participants are responsible for purchasing the textbook and a $20 lunch fee for the final in-person session on March 21. Financial assistance for the textbook is available if needed.
Registration Deadline: Thursday, February 12
This cohort is led by experienced leaders from The Caring Congregation, offering decades of practical wisdom and proven strategies to help churches cultivate a culture of care that fosters healing, connection, and growth.
Please select Option 2 when registering.
Trippers Potluck Lunch & Live Music
The FUMC Trippers are gathering for a fun and welcoming winter social, and everyone is invited! Join us for a potluck lunch, fellowship, and live music as we enjoy time together and celebrate community.
The Trippers will provide BBQ brisket, tea, and water. Guests are invited to bring a side dish or dessert to share—sign-up details will be provided to help create a great spread for all. After lunch, enjoy live music by Brandon Perry beginning at 1pm.
This is a relaxed, social gathering and a great opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about the Trippers group to join us. Come for the food, stay for the music, and enjoy good company!
Monday, February 9
Lunch at 12pm | Live Music at 1pm
Miller Center at First United Methodist Church of Denton
All are welcome!
For more information, contact Happy Carrico.
POSTPONED: Winter Wonderland Dance
POSTPONED TO FEBRUARY 7 DUE TO WINTER STORM
FUMC Denton and Flower Mound UMC are teaming up for a magical Winter Wonderland Dance for children and families! All parents and children from both churches are invited to enjoy an evening filled with music, movement, and winter sparkle.
Join us in the Monroe Gym at First United Methodist Church of Denton for a fun and festive night of dancing, a photo booth to capture the memories, and light refreshments.
Dress up in your favorite wintery or dress-up attire and enjoy a glamorous Winter Wonderland Dance! Admission is FREE, and no registration is required—just come ready to celebrate!
Youth Midwinter Retreat
Midwinter is a retreat led by and for grades 6-12 students within the North Texas Conference. Our Conference Youth Leadership participants plan everything from the theme to the games and activities that we will participate in. They will also lead throughout the MidWinter Camp weekends, sharing prayers, testimonies, and much more.
Registration is open now!
Mid-Winter 2 | February 6-8, 2026
The cost of the retreat is $150.
Our FUMC Denton Youth will go together and depart from FUMC Denton on Friday and return to FUMC Denton for parent pick up on Sunday.
Beyond the Falling STAAR: A Workshop on How Schools are Graded
EVENT LOCATION: Miller Center (1st floor corner of Sycamore & Mulberry)
In 2025, the Texas Legislature eliminated the STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) with significant changes coming in the 2027-2028 school year. This standardized test for public school students from grades 3 through high school measures academic achievement against state standards.
Join Raise Your Hand Regional Advocacy Director, Kelley Thomas for an experiential workshop that explores what this change actually means for Texas Public Schools.
Community Dinner
Everyone is welcome to a church-wide community dinner on the 1st Wednesday nights of every month at 6pm in Miller Center!
Build deeper relationships in your church community and enjoy your dinner at the church. You can bring your own dinner, bring something to share with the community, or just come hungry—whatever works for you works for us!
There are lots of folks already here on Wednesday nights coming to choir, handbells, meetings, studies, etc. Feel free to come and then disburse to other Wednesday night activities. This will be come & go, no pressure to arrive at a specific time or stay long. See you there!
Pub Theology
This is a casual, open-minded gathering for folks with big questions about God, faith, and life. We meet at a local bar for drinks, a mini presentation, and thoughtful conversation together. Each gathering explores a topic through history, the Bible, and the voices of theologians.
February’s topic: Leave Room for Jesus: Purity Culture
Together, we’ll unpack the impact of purity culture—where it came from, how it shaped faith and bodies, and how we might look at it differently today.
No church background required. No pressure to follow a specific religion or belief. All are welcome—bring your questions, your curiosity, and your whole self as we learn from each other.
Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201
Time: 7pm
Age limit: If you’re under 21 but would like to attend, please check in with Alyssa.
Parking: There's street parking and a parking lot located directly across the street from Miss Angeline's.
Accessibility: There is a ramp on the Oak Street side of Miss Angeline's. There is a chance we will be outside, depending on the weather, but most often we will be meeting in the red room in the center of the venue (directly in front of the restrooms).
Restrooms: There are two gendered bathrooms.
NA options: Non-alcoholic options are available.
Youth Volunteer Training
Join us for a training session in Miller Center designed to equip youth ministry volunteers with the tools, expectations, and resources needed to support our students well. We’ll cover volunteer roles, safety policies, and best practices for building meaningful, faith-centered relationships with our youth. Whether you’re new or returning, this training is an important step in serving confidently and faithfully in our youth ministry.
