The First United Methodist Church in Jefferson is again marking the Sunday after Labor Day, Sept. 13, as “Back to Church Sunday.” Members invite all who do not have a church home to check out the Methodist Church.
The morning will begin with breakfast for the family at 8:30, with Sunday school for all ages at 9, coffee and conversation from 10 to 10:30, and worship at 10:30. The Sunday school sessions will include a new Bible study group targeted for adults ages 20-45 hosted by Pastor Lynn Gunderson. Child care will be provided.
The Rev Julie Poulsen, pastor of the church, is particularly excited about a new family worship scheduled for Wednesdays beginning Sept. 16. A family supper will be served in the Fellowship Hall from 5:30 to 6 pm, and families will then worship together, at their tables, for about 30 minutes after the supper. Youth groups for grades 5-12 will meet from 6:30 to 7:15.
All young people are welcome at the Crazy 4 Christ program for grades K-4 Wednesdays from 3:45 to 5:30 pm. Three groups meet in the evening – grades 5-6, grades 7-8, and high school. There is no charge. Parents are asked to register their children at the church office at 307 S. Wilson or call 515-386-4411.
The Webb House is open Wednesday afternoons for students in grades 5-12 when school dismisses early. Students in grades 5-8 can use the upstairs and high school students can use the downstairs. All high school students looking for a place to do volunteer service can talk to Jim North.
