Everyone deserves to experience the joy of Christmas morning! The Salvation Army Angel Tree program helps provide Christmas gifts for hundreds of thousands of families around the country each year. FUMC Denton is invited to fulfill the Christmas wishes and needs for individuals that are here in Denton or the surrounding area. Through your kindness and generosity, you are making a difference for someone who needs your help at this particular time in their lives. This year FUMC Denton has adopted 230 angels.

Pick up an angel tag anytime in the first three weeks of November to provide Christmas to a child in our community. The joy of sharing and giving back in this season is a true gift—and it is a joy to care for resilient families in our community in a time when they would not otherwise have gifts at Christmas.

We will have a Christmas tree up with Angel tags at the church, each tag representing one child and their requests. Pick up Angel tags on Sundays November 3, 10, & 17. Please return your Angel’s gifts UNwrapped to the church by Sunday, November 24. 

Join us for our annual combined worship experience with all of our different worship communities! Mosaic, Open, and Jesus Fuente de Vida will all meet at 11:00 in the Sanctuary for a special morning featuring music and preaching from all of our communities. A morning you won’t want to miss!

Mosaic, Open, and Jesus Fuente de Vida will resume normal worship times and locations the next Sunday, December 1. If you end up accidentally showing up early for Mosaic, you can enjoy some coffee and community in Miller Center and check out any of our group offerings at 10 am before heading to worship at 11! Looking forward to being all together for this special annual gathering.

Anyone is welcome to help us decorate the church for Christmas! Stick around after church for a soup lunch, fellowship, and decorating! The work will include hanging wreaths, decorating Christmas trees, wrapping garland, etc. Our staff will do the work that may require ladders and will also be on hand to help support you and share the work! See you there!

This is an intentional safe space for our LGBTQIA+ only community to gather for real talk and to support each other. We’ll submit anonymous questions into a bucket and engage with them as a community. Pizza is provided! This Real Talk Y’all is open to anyone who is part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Allies, we love you and we’ll see you at our other Glow events!

Glow by Open is sponsored in part by a Ministry-With Grant from the North Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. Glow is a space designed specifically by and for LGBTQIA+ folks to come together in creative, Christ-centered community. No matter your doubts or questions, you are welcome here!

Linda McNatt Animal Care and Adoption Center is the recipient of this month’s Mission Corner. McNatt’s mission is to provide complete care for abused and abandoned dogs and cats. Help us support our furry friends! Your donations can make a difference. Shelter Wish List:

• Blankets

• Bleach

• Cat Food - Purina

• Cat Toys

• Dawn Dish Soap

• Dog Food - Purina One

  • Adult

  • Adult Small Breed

  • Puppy

• Dog Toys

• Dog Treats - Puperroni

• H-E Liquid Laundry Detergents

• Kitten Food - Royal Canin Mother and Baby Cat

• Towels

• Wash Cloths

Please bring your donations with you to worship on Sundays. Donations can also be brought to church to the Ivy Garden entrance of the church on Locust Street during the week, Monday-Thursday, from 9-4 pm.

Be inspired this Advent season with shared words from women from across our FUMC community. With a focus on the Divine Feminine, these daily devotionals guide us as we await the coming of Christ. Pick up your Advent devotional booklet today! They’re available in worship spaces and in Miller Center.

Pub Theology is a group for folks with questions about God and life. We meet at a local bar for a discussion-based group. Leaders lead a mini presentation on the topic and what history, the Bible, and other theologians may have to say about it. Our questions examine the topics through the lens of the individual’s life experiences in the group.

Fall 2024 Topics:

• October 14—Disco Inferno: Dante & Modern Depictions of Hell

• November 4—Never, Ever Getting Back Together: The Separation of Church & State

• December 2—Good Omens?: Angels & Demons

Location: Miss Angeline's, 125 E. Oak Street, Denton, TX 76201

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.

Check out the UNT Trombone Choir Holiday Concert at 7pm in the Sanctuary. For a number of years, FUMC Denton has hosted the UNT Trombone Choirs for a holiday-themed concert. Please join us this year for a fun concert featuring all of the trombone majors from UNT!

Join us on Wednesdays during the season of Advent at Noon for a short, 30-minute Midday Prayer service in Cole Chapel! All are welcome.

On December 4, the Ryan HS Choir will be here to perform at the first Advent Midday Prayer gathering.

Faith in Action Community Dinner
Wednesday, December 4, 6:00 pm | Miller Center

Join us for a special Faith in Action edition of our monthly Community Dinner! Come together for a potluck meal and an evening of fellowship as we prepare holiday bags filled with joy and love for our homebound members. Whether you bring a dish to share or simply bring your presence, all are welcome to contribute to this heartfelt tradition. This is a come-and-go event, so join us as you are and stay as long as you’d like. Let’s share in food, friendship, and putting our faith into action!

Join a compassionate, supportive community led by Pastor Sheryl as we journey through the complexities of grief together. This group will meet on Thursdays from 12:00 to 1:30 pm on December 5, 12, and 19, as well as January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 20, 27, and March 6 in Room 334. Using the Understanding Your Grief book and workbook by Dr. Alan D. Wolfelt, participants will explore meaningful ways to process loss and find hope in healing. Books are available at the church for $25. Whether your loss is recent or has been with you for some time, you’ll find a space of understanding, shared experiences, and gentle guidance to help navigate this challenging journey. RSVP required using the link below.

Join us on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 12:15 p.m. for an afternoon of fellowship, fun, and festive cheer! We’ll share delicious soups and desserts and add a dash of holiday magic with a White Elephant exchange. Bring a regift or an item from home to join the swapping fun. This gathering is open to all women—feel free to bring a friend and make some merry memories with us. We can’t wait to see you there! 

Dinner and a Show with the Trippers

Join the Trippers on Tuesday, December 10th, for a delightful evening of food and entertainment! We'll start with dinner at Cartwright's on the Square at 5:30 pm, followed by a short walk across the street to enjoy the final dress rehearsal of Cinderella at the Campus Theatre.

The cost is $46 per person, and dinner choices must be submitted to Happy Carrico by November 11th using the provided form.

Don't miss this wonderful opportunity for a fun night out!

Join us on Wednesdays during the season of Advent at Noon for a short, 30-minute Midday Prayer service in Cole Chapel! All are welcome.

Kids, families, and ALL are invited to this family-friendly Christmas celebration. We'll meet in Miller Center for an evening of pancakes, games, crafts, and maybe even some caroling! This will be a fun night of Christmas joy for all and we hope to see you there.

Join us on Sunday, December 15, at 11 am in the Sanctuary for Mothering God, Who Gave Us Birth: A Musical Reflection on the Genealogy of Jesus, our annual service of Lessons and Carols. This year’s unique theme explores the lineage of Christ through beloved Advent and Christmas hymns alongside new musical reflections. The service will feature the FUMC Chancel Choir, Bells Angels Handbell Choir, and instrumentalists. We invite you to make this meaningful celebration a cherished part of your Advent journey.

Join the United Women in Faith (UWF) Book Club for an engaging, monthly gathering of readers exploring powerful stories and diverse perspectives. Meeting on Zoom on the 3rd or 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 pm (unless noted otherwise), the Book Club dives into selections from the UWF Reading Program. Each book offers unique insights into themes of spiritual growth, social action, leadership development, nurturing community, and mission education. Participants can enjoy biographies, memoirs, and novels that foster lifelong learning and a deeper understanding of faith in action. All members of the congregation are welcome to join and explore books for all ages available through the UWF Reading Program.

December 16th: This Is Your Time, Ruby Bridges

Join us on Wednesdays during the season of Advent at Noon for a short, 30-minute Midday Prayer service in Cole Chapel! All are welcome.

Join our Mosaic & Open Modern Band on December 21 at 6:30 pm in Flinn Hall for a night full of Christmas fun! We will play fun Christmas hits—some familiar and some new! Feel free to sing-a-long, sit and relax, or dance the night away. This free concert will be family-friendly and a fun time for all!

Pentatonix Christmas Tour: Hallelujah!

Join us for an unforgettable evening on Saturday, December 21st, as we head to Dickies Arena in Fort Worth to experience the magic of Pentatonix live in concert!

Known for their incredible vocal harmonies, beatboxing, and creative arrangements of both modern pop hits and Christmas classics, Pentatonix (PTX) rose to fame after winning NBC's The Sing-Off in 2011. Since then, they have captivated audiences worldwide with their unique a cappella style.

We have secured tickets in Section 106, with most seats accessible without steps. The event will run from 5:30 PM to 11:45 PM.

Come celebrate the season with music and joy!

FUMC Denton is honored to spend Christmas Eve with you! Each evening candlelight service will have communion.

• 3pm will feature the full FUMC Chancel Choir, great congregational singing, and more in the Sanctuary.

• 5pm will feature music from our Modern Worship Band and be held in Flinn Hall. This service will be live-streamed.

• 7pm will feature the full FUMC Chancel Choir, the Children's Choir, great congregational singing, and more in the Sanctuary. This service will also be broadcast on TV and will be live-streamed.

• 7pm in Flinn Hall, join Jesus Fuente de Vida for a Spanish-language worship service.

• 11pm will be a quiet, meditative service in Cole Chapel.

Children of all ages are welcome in any worship service. All are welcome as we celebrate the birth of Jesus!

FUMC Denton is a church that is passionate about shining God’s love into every life. There is a place for everyone here—including you. We cherish the diversity of humanity and we welcome and affirm people of every age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, economic circumstance, marital status, creed, culture, and language. We believe that everyone is a child of God and we strive to have open hearts, open minds, and open doors to God and to each other. All are welcome here, especially you!

Interested in volunteering? Reach out to Mo Underwood at connection@fumcdenton.com.

Linda McNatt Animal Care and Adoption Center is the recipient of this month’s Mission Corner. McNatt’s mission is to provide complete care for abused and abandoned dogs and cats. Help us support our furry friends! Your donations can make a difference. Shelter Wish List:

• Blankets

• Bleach

• Cat Food - Purina

• Cat Toys

• Dawn Dish Soap

• Dog Food - Purina One

  • Adult

  • Adult Small Breed

  • Puppy

• Dog Toys

• Dog Treats - Puperroni

• H-E Liquid Laundry Detergents

• Kitten Food - Royal Canin Mother and Baby Cat

• Towels

• Wash Cloths

Please bring your donations with you to worship on Sundays. Donations can also be brought to church to the Ivy Garden entrance of the church on Locust Street during the week, Monday-Thursday, from 9-4 pm.

Join us on Sunday morning, December 29, for one combined worship service in the Sanctuary at 11 am—no Open, Mosaic, or Jesus Fuente de Vida. That morning, there will be no childcare or official 10:00 Group hour / Sunday School for children, youth, or adults—although some adult classes may still choose to gather. Worship will be family-friendly. This service will be live-streamed. See you there!

The Makers Space Sunday School Class invites you to join their next study, a journey through Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way, from January to May 2025. This unique group will explore creativity as a pathway to self-discovery and personal growth, meeting Sundays from 10:10-10:50am in Room 203. Centered around the 30th Anniversary Edition, the study includes weekly discussions, optional creative outings, and supportive community interactions through a private Facebook group. Participants are encouraged to join in as often as they can, no full commitment required. To join, please register below:

Open Book Club is a group of people from Open Worship and First United Methodist Church of Denton who cares deeply about people, justice, and seek to find truth in literature. You don't need any qualifications to be part of this group, just an open mind and a love of stories. May we be transformed by these stories together!

Join us on Zoom Monday, January 13 at 6:30pm for a discussion of our next book: The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer. Here’s a little about the book:

What’s the point of giving someone a beautiful death if you can’t give yourself a beautiful life? From the day she watched her kindergarten teacher drop dead during a dramatic telling of Peter Rabbit, Clover Brooks has felt a stronger connection with the dying than she has with the living. After the beloved grandfather who raised her dies alone while she is traveling, Clover becomes a death doula in New York City, dedicating her life to ushering people peacefully through their end-of-life process. Clover spends so much time with the dying that she has no life of her own, until the final wishes of a feisty old woman send Clover on a trip across the country to uncover a forgotten love story––and perhaps, her own happy ending. As she finds herself struggling to navigate the uncharted roads of romance and friendship, Clover is forced to examine what she really wants, and whether she’ll have the courage to go after it.

Join the United Women in Faith (UWF) Book Club for an engaging, monthly gathering of readers exploring powerful stories and diverse perspectives. Meeting on Zoom on the 3rd or 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 pm (unless noted otherwise), the Book Club dives into selections from the UWF Reading Program. Each book offers unique insights into themes of spiritual growth, social action, leadership development, nurturing community, and mission education. Participants can enjoy biographies, memoirs, and novels that foster lifelong learning and a deeper understanding of faith in action. All members of the congregation are welcome to join and explore books for all ages available through the UWF Reading Program.

January 21 (Tuesday!): The Girl With the Louding Voice, Abi Dare

Winter Potluck

Trippers are having a party! If you are a Tripper, have been a Tripper or want to become a Tripper you are invited to join us for lunch! On Thursday Jan. 30. we're having a Potluck Lunch Party in Miller Center from 11:00am-2:00pm.

Entertainment will be provided by Norris Perry who performs all over the metroplex.

Please sign-up to bring something using the button below. Download the trip flyer for more information.

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!

Join the United Women in Faith (UWF) Book Club for an engaging, monthly gathering of readers exploring powerful stories and diverse perspectives. Meeting on Zoom on the 3rd or 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 pm (unless noted otherwise), the Book Club dives into selections from the UWF Reading Program. Each book offers unique insights into themes of spiritual growth, social action, leadership development, nurturing community, and mission education. Participants can enjoy biographies, memoirs, and novels that foster lifelong learning and a deeper understanding of faith in action. All members of the congregation are welcome to join and explore books for all ages available through the UWF Reading Program.

February 24: All That is Secret, Patricia Raybon

Join the United Women in Faith (UWF) Book Club for an engaging, monthly gathering of readers exploring powerful stories and diverse perspectives. Meeting on Zoom on the 3rd or 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 pm (unless noted otherwise), the Book Club dives into selections from the UWF Reading Program. Each book offers unique insights into themes of spiritual growth, social action, leadership development, nurturing community, and mission education. Participants can enjoy biographies, memoirs, and novels that foster lifelong learning and a deeper understanding of faith in action. All members of the congregation are welcome to join and explore books for all ages available through the UWF Reading Program.

March 24: The Sun Does Shine: How I Found Life and Freedom on Death Row, Anthony Ray Hinton

Join the United Women in Faith (UWF) Book Club for an engaging, monthly gathering of readers exploring powerful stories and diverse perspectives. Meeting on Zoom on the 3rd or 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 pm (unless noted otherwise), the Book Club dives into selections from the UWF Reading Program. Each book offers unique insights into themes of spiritual growth, social action, leadership development, nurturing community, and mission education. Participants can enjoy biographies, memoirs, and novels that foster lifelong learning and a deeper understanding of faith in action. All members of the congregation are welcome to join and explore books for all ages available through the UWF Reading Program.

April 28: Start With Hello: (And Other Simple Ways to Live As Neighbors), Shannan Martin

Join the United Women in Faith (UWF) Book Club for an engaging, monthly gathering of readers exploring powerful stories and diverse perspectives. Meeting on Zoom on the 3rd or 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 pm (unless noted otherwise), the Book Club dives into selections from the UWF Reading Program. Each book offers unique insights into themes of spiritual growth, social action, leadership development, nurturing community, and mission education. Participants can enjoy biographies, memoirs, and novels that foster lifelong learning and a deeper understanding of faith in action. All members of the congregation are welcome to join and explore books for all ages available through the UWF Reading Program.

May 19: The Book Woman's Daughter, Kim Michele Richardson

Join the United Women in Faith (UWF) Book Club for an engaging, monthly gathering of readers exploring powerful stories and diverse perspectives. Meeting on Zoom on the 3rd or 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 pm (unless noted otherwise), the Book Club dives into selections from the UWF Reading Program. Each book offers unique insights into themes of spiritual growth, social action, leadership development, nurturing community, and mission education. Participants can enjoy biographies, memoirs, and novels that foster lifelong learning and a deeper understanding of faith in action. All members of the congregation are welcome to join and explore books for all ages available through the UWF Reading Program.

June 23: Starfish, Lisa Fipps

Join the United Women in Faith (UWF) Book Club for an engaging, monthly gathering of readers exploring powerful stories and diverse perspectives. Meeting on Zoom on the 3rd or 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 pm (unless noted otherwise), the Book Club dives into selections from the UWF Reading Program. Each book offers unique insights into themes of spiritual growth, social action, leadership development, nurturing community, and mission education. Participants can enjoy biographies, memoirs, and novels that foster lifelong learning and a deeper understanding of faith in action. All members of the congregation are welcome to join and explore books for all ages available through the UWF Reading Program.

July 28: We Cry Justice: Reading the Bible With the Poor People's Campaign, Edited by Liz Theoharis

Join the United Women in Faith (UWF) Book Club for an engaging, monthly gathering of readers exploring powerful stories and diverse perspectives. Meeting on Zoom on the 3rd or 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 pm (unless noted otherwise), the Book Club dives into selections from the UWF Reading Program. Each book offers unique insights into themes of spiritual growth, social action, leadership development, nurturing community, and mission education. Participants can enjoy biographies, memoirs, and novels that foster lifelong learning and a deeper understanding of faith in action. All members of the congregation are welcome to join and explore books for all ages available through the UWF Reading Program.

August 25: A Right Worthy Woman: A Novel, Ruth P. Watson