Summer Storytime at FUMC Denton
Thursdays from 10-11am
FUMC Denton Library (located in Miller Center on the Mulberry Side of the church)

June 19—Move It, Move It!

Calling all kids and families! Join us for Summer Storytime at the FUMC Denton Library—a fun and interactive hour of storytelling, crafts, and connection. Each week, we’ll dive into a new story and enjoy a simple hands-on activity to match. This is a free, come-and-go event—no registration required.

📚 Perfect for young children and their grown-ups
🎨 Simple craft activities each week
🗓 No Storytime on July 3

We can’t wait to spend some summer mornings reading, creating, and growing together!

Join our next Men’s Book Club at Zera’s Coffee, 420 E. McKinney, Denton. The book chosen is: The Art of Fielding by Chad Harbach. 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: A disastrous error on the field sends five lives into a tailspin in this widely acclaimed tale about love, life, and baseball, praised by the New York Times as "wonderful...a novel that is every bit as entertaining as it is affecting."

Pride is here!!! Celebrate being queerfully and wonderfully made at Pride Night Out at the Civic Center. This is Denton's annual Pride Night Out celebration. It is free and open to the all. Learn more about upcoming Pride events at pridenton.org.

Our whole FUMC Denton family is invited to come out and celebrate pride with our LGBTQIA+ community. We’ll be handing out water, be smiling faces, have information about the church available for the community, and shining God’s love! You can sign up to volunteer or to donate water below!

Summer Storytime at FUMC Denton
Thursdays from 10-11am
FUMC Denton Library (located in Miller Center on the Mulberry Side of the church)

June 12—Dino Days

Calling all kids and families! Join us for Summer Storytime at the FUMC Denton Library—a fun and interactive hour of storytelling, crafts, and connection. Each week, we’ll dive into a new story and enjoy a simple hands-on activity to match. This is a free, come-and-go event—no registration required.

📚 Perfect for young children and their grown-ups
🎨 Simple craft activities each week
🗓 No Storytime on July 3

We can’t wait to spend some summer mornings reading, creating, and growing together!

Summer Storytime at FUMC Denton
Thursdays from 10-11am
FUMC Denton Library (located in Miller Center on the Mulberry Side of the church)

June 5 Theme—Sun, Sand & Stories

Calling all kids and families! Join us for Summer Storytime at the FUMC Denton Library—a fun and interactive hour of storytelling, crafts, and connection. Each week, we’ll dive into a new story and enjoy a simple hands-on activity to match. This is a free, come-and-go event—no registration required.

📚 Perfect for young children and their grown-ups
🎨 Simple craft activities each week
🗓 No Storytime on July 3

We can’t wait to spend some summer mornings reading, creating, and growing together!

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!

Are you hungry for glory? Do you have a burning desire to be the best? Do you just wanna have fun and maybe get messy? Great! This night is for you! Dress to be active (and maybe NOT your favorite t-shirt) and come ready to compete in FUMC Denton Summer Games!

This is an activity for our Sunday Night Youth Group.

Sundays in June at FUMC Denton

Throughout scripture, the Holy Spirit shows up in ways that confound, surprise, and empower. From Jesus’ ascension to the birth of the church at Pentecost, from Spirit-led detours to bold acts of faith—we find that the Spirit is not always predictable, but always present. This June, join us as we explore the Holy Mystery of God’s movement in the world and in our lives. Together, we’ll lean into the questions, the invitations, and the transformation that come when we open ourselves to the Spirit’s wild and wondrous work.

June’s Mission Corner is collecting water bottles for the Denton Water Project. 

Three times a day, dozens of volunteers with the Denton Water Project fill five coolers strategically placed around town with free water bottles and ice. In the summer months, they supply 4000 bottles a week. 

Denton Basic Services developed the program in 2021 in as a collaborative effort with volunteers who also stock some of Denton’s Little Free pantries. Since the programs inception, they have distributed 375,000 bottles of water. 

Help us keep our unhoused neighbors and those that work outside hydrated and healthy. 

Thank you so much for your support! You may bring your items with you on Sunday mornings or drop them by the collection box in the entry way off the Ivey Garden during Office Hours, Monday-Wednesday, from 9-4pm and Thursday, 9am-12:30pm.

This event has been postponed and will be scheduled for a later date.

Get ready for a fun-filled day of shopping and exploring at the world-famous Canton Flea Market with the FUMC Denton Trippers! Join us on Friday, May 30, 2025, for a day of discovering unique treasures and enjoying the bustling atmosphere of one of Texas’s most beloved markets.

• Departure: The bus will leave promptly at 9:00 AM from FUMC.

• Arrival at Canton: Around 11:00 AM.

• Shopping Time: Explore the market at your own pace from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Carts will be available for rent to help with mobility and carrying your finds.

• Return Home: We’ll leave Canton at 3:00 PM and arrive back at FUMC around 5:00 PM.

• Cost: $35 per person.

Don’t miss this chance to experience a fantastic day trip! Reserve your spot today and get ready for a day of fun, fellowship, and fantastic finds.

Throughout May, we are collecting snacks and other items for VBS! Vacation Bible School will be June 16-19 and we hope to host many kids from our community for a week of learning about God with this year’s theme, Road Trip. Through engaging Bible stories, interactive games, and fun challenges, they'll discover that God is always with them. Road Trip VBS is more than just fun—it's a journey of faith, friendship, and unforgettable memories!

Here’s a list of needed items:

• Honey Nut Cheerios Cereal

• Circus Animal Frosted Cookies

• Animal Crackers

• Mini Twist Pretzels

• Milk Chocolate M&Ms - plain

• Rice Chex Cereal

• Goldfish Crackers -original

• Chips Ahoy Chocolate Chip Cookies

• Paper maps

Thank you so much for your support! 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-Wednesday, from 9-4pm and Thursday, 9am-12:30pm or shop the Amazon Wishlist!

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

Students and their families are invited to come enjoy dinner together, say "thank you" to our awesome volunteers, and most importantly welcome our soon-to-be 6th grade students to FUMC Denton Youth! Come ready to eat, play, laugh, and meet someone new! Scott has something called "Inflatable Hungry Hippos" coming, so that sounds neat... Oh, and this event is FREE!

Community in Conversation Book Club Gathering at Patchouli Joe's Books & Indulgences (221 Hickory St.)

Join us for the Community in Conversation—Denton Book Club as continue the conversation on “Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents” by Isabel Wilkerson. This powerful and thought-provoking book examines the hidden caste system that has shaped America, drawing parallels between social hierarchies in India, Nazi Germany, and the United States.

What to Expect:
✅ Guided conversation on key themes
✅ Thought-provoking questions to spark discussion
✅ A welcoming space for diverse perspectives

This will be a safe, open, and engaging discussion where we explore Wilkerson’s insights and reflect on how caste structures impact our own community right here in Denton. Whether you’ve studied racism your whole life or are just starting, your voice is welcome!

Join our next Men’s Book Club at Zera’s Coffee, 420 E. McKinney, Denton. The book chosen is: The Caine Mutiny by Herman Wouk. 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: Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and a perennial favorite of readers young and old, Herman Wouk's masterful World War II drama set aboard a U.S. Navy warship in the Pacific is "a novel of brilliant virtuosity"

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!

Got real questions you don’t always get to ask in a faith community? Join us as we draw your anonymous questions from a bucket and dive into honest conversations together—plus pizza! All are welcome!

Sunday, May 4 | 4:00 PM – 7:15 PM
Rough Riders Stadium | Frisco, TX

Take me out to the ball game! Join FUMC Denton for a fun-filled afternoon at the Rough Riders baseball game in Frisco. Everyone is welcome—bring your family, friends, or come solo and connect with our church community!

🎟 Tickets are $12 each and must be purchased in advance through the church. Seating is limited, so don’t wait!
📩 To reserve your spot, email Pastor Sheryl.

Let’s enjoy a great day of fellowship and fun together!

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!

Throughout May, we are collecting snacks and other items for VBS! Vacation Bible School will be June 16-19 and we hope to host many kids from our community for a week of learning about God with this year’s theme, Road Trip. Through engaging Bible stories, interactive games, and fun challenges, they'll discover that God is always with them. Road Trip VBS is more than just fun—it's a journey of faith, friendship, and unforgettable memories!

Here’s a list of needed items:

• Honey Nut Cheerios Cereal

• Circus Animal Frosted Cookies

• Animal Crackers

• Mini Twist Pretzels

• Milk Chocolate M&Ms - plain

• Rice Chex Cereal

• Goldfish Crackers -original

• Chips Ahoy Chocolate Chip Cookies

• Paper maps

Thank you so much for your support! 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-Wednesday, from 9-4pm and Thursday, 9am-12:30pm or shop the Amazon Wishlist!

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.

Spring 2025 Topics:

• February 6—Method to the Madness: John Wesley and the Foundations of Methodism

• March 6—Gosh Daring: Fictional Blasphemy

• April 3*—Father Abraham Had Many Sons: Abrahamic Religions

• May 1*—It's the End of the World as We Know It: The Apocalypse

*April and May topics tentative and may switch.

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.

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

Sunday, April 27 | 5pm | Monroe Gym

Join us for a heartfelt, youth-led farewell celebration for our beloved Youth Pastor, David Finley, as he prepares for his next chapter! This special evening will include a slideshow of memories, speeches, and a delicious build-your-own taco bowl bar. All are welcome to come show your appreciation for David’s incredible impact on our youth and church family. Our youth are excited to host our church family and share with us what David has meant to them.

🎤 Slideshow & Speeches
🌮 Taco Bowl Bar (sign-up to contribute)
💛 Hosted by FUMC Denton Youth

Let’s pack the gym with love and gratitude—David has meant so much to us, and your presence will mean the world to him!

Sunday, April 27 at 12:15 PM | Miller Center

Join us as we honor and celebrate Rev. David Finley for his faithful service and leadership at FUMC Denton since 2019. This special reception will be a time to show David just how loved and appreciated he is by our church family.

Come enjoy light refreshments, share stories, and hear from those whose lives have been impacted by David’s ministry. You’re also invited to write him a note of encouragement or contribute to a love offering as a tangible expression of our gratitude.

Let’s send David forward with our full support and heartfelt thanks for the many ways he has shared God’s love with our church.

Sunday, April 27 | 10am | Room 108

Earlier this year, FUMC Denton participated in Vidas Robadas, a statewide art installation honoring the lives of 72 individuals lost to gun violence in Denton County. Now, we invite you to join us for a special follow-up event to hear more about the impact of this project and the continued work of Texas Impact to address gun violence in communities across our state.

This one-hour gathering will include reflections from Julie Tipton (in person) and Bobby Watson from Texas Impact (via Zoom), sharing updates on the statewide campaign and the next steps in advocacy. All are welcome to attend—no registration required.

Come learn how we can continue to raise awareness, honor stolen lives, and take faithful action together.

This month, the Missions Team is excited to stock the Little Free Pantry on Elm Street in front of the Rowland Law Firm. Little Free Pantries are designed to hold a small amount of food and supplies for individuals and families in need.

While there are many organized food pantries currently in the Denton community, Little Free Pantries provide an additional resource for food insecure individuals — especially our unhoused neighbors. The pantries can also fill the gap on the days when individuals aren’t able to visit regular facilities during normal business hours.

Here’s a list of needed items:

• Canned goods (all should have pop top lids)

• Proteins - tuna, chicken, sausages, Spam 

• Beef stew

• Chili 

• Pasta - SpaghettiOs, Ravioli, spaghetti and meatballs 

• Soups

• Beans

• Saltines

• Granola bars

• Peanut butter/cheese crackers

• Ramen/Bagged dry soup

• Easy Mac & cheese cups

• Fruit cups

• Applesauce

Thank you so much for your support! You may bring your items with you on Sunday mornings or drop them by the collection box in the entry way off the Ivey Garden during church office hours, M-W 9-4 and Th 9-12:30. We have also made an Amazon Wish List where you may ship items to the church. We will stock the Pantry each week.

Enjoy a family-friendly night out with your church family! Meet us at Eureka Park (part of South Lakes Park), bring your own dinner, and visit with other FUMC Denton families and friends. All are welcome!