Sylvania First Ministries
Women
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United Methodist Women President: Allyson Thomas
Our women’s ministry creates opportunities to connect with God and to one another. Some of our activities include Bible Study, sporting events, and camping weekends.
Our general meetings take place four times a year, on the second Monday of the month.
Connect with the women at Sylvania First by emailing us or check out our events.
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Women of Faith Christmas Dinner
Our Annual Christmas Dinner hosted by the Women of Faith is Wednesday, December 11th at 6PM in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is asked to bring a side dish or dessert. Turkey and dressing will be served.
Christmas Poinsettias
Order forms will be in the bulletins beginning this Sunday. The deadline to order is December 13th.
Men
United Methodist Men President: Eddie Reddick
Above all, we need Jesus and we need each other.
Our men’s ministry equips men to live out the gospel as fathers, husbands, friends, and churchmen.
We meet once per month on the 2nd Sunday of the month at 9:20 am in the Cross and Flame Outreach Building
Connect with men at Sylvania First by emailing us or check out our events.
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Christmas Food Boxes
Each year, our church hosts a Food Box Drive, a ministry of the Methodist Men. If you would like to donate towards this ministry, you may drop a check in the offering plate or pay online through our website. Boxes are $25 each. We'll meet on December 22nd at 1PM to...
Senior Citizens
Director: Maria Bashlor & Harriett Yancey
Our senior ministry creates opportunities to fellowship and help one another. We’re called Club 55, as we are a ministry for all those over the age of 55.
We go out to eat one Friday a month and we play games on Wednesday nights.
Connect with Club 55 at Sylvania First by emailing us or check out our events.
Senior Citizens Ministry News
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Youth
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Director of Youth Ministry: Billie Anne Ruel
(6th grade through 12th grade)
Our Youth Ministry meets Sunday nights from 6:30pm – 8:00pm in the fellowship hall.
We always have a snack supper, fellowship, games, and a bible study.
Our youth ministry is open to all and we are working hard to follow all safety protocols
For more information, contact [email protected].
Student Ministry News
Permission Form for Youth & Student Ministries
*****ATTENTION PARENTS OF YOUTH AND CHILDREN***** The 2024-2025 parental consent form is now online. Be sure to complete a form for this new school year. Click on the link below: Click Here to Complete Form This form will be valid for one year. **PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU...
Children
Director of Student Ministry: Billie Anne Ruel
Children’s Ministry activities are currently suspended during the summer months. Look to join us in August.
For more information about our children’s ministry contact [email protected]
Children’s Ministry News
Permission Form for Youth & Student Ministries
*****ATTENTION PARENTS OF YOUTH AND CHILDREN***** The 2024-2025 parental consent form is now online. Be sure to complete a form for this new school year. Click on the link below: Click Here to Complete Form This form will be valid for one year. **PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU...
Missions & Service
Chairperson of Missions: Diane Freeman
Opportunities to Serve
Missions committee
Women’s prison ministry
Methodist Children’s home
Epworth by the Sea
COVID Relief Boxes
Prayer Ministry
- Maintain a prayer list for church and community members in need
- Contact Lee Thompson to become part of the prayer team
Soup Kitchen
- Lunches provided weekly
- Hosted by our church
- Plates are assembled & delivered to those in the community with volunteers from our community
If you would like to take one of the Sundays, contact Don Jamerson
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Music Ministry
Director of Music Ministry: Currently a Vacant Position
“…Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord”
Ephesians: 5:19
The Music Department at Sylvania First United Methodist Church actively seeks opportunities to share God’s love through music and song. The Department is blessed to currently have a Chancel Choir (SATB choir that sings during church services and for special events), a men’s performing ensemble, A Few Good Men, (a choir that sings throughout the region for services and special events), and a Handbell Choir.
We would love to have you join our music ministry!
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The Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir sings at the 11:00 a.m. service. They also present two cantatas annually with full orchestra. Rehearsals are Wednesday nights beginning at 7:00 p.m. No audition is necessary for the choir. All are welcome!
A Few Good Men
A Few Good Men is a select men’s choir that performs throughout the region. They practice bi-monthly on Wednesday evenings beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Handbell Choir
The Handbell Choir is a fairly new ensemble at Sylvania FUMC. They practice bi-monthly on Wednesday evenings beginning at 6:00 p.m. We have a lot of fun with handbells and would love to have you join us!
Music Ministry News
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