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September 4, 2026

This Week at a Glance

Here's what's on the calendar this week, Sunday, September 6 through Saturday, September 12.

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Ministry Spotlight

September 4, 2026

Meals on Wheels & the From the Heart Soup Ministry

Two quiet ways our church feeds the neighborhood: a weekly hot meal through Kaufman County Senior Connect, and the Rachel Group's homemade soup cabinet.

By Pam Caffey

Christian Education

September 4, 2026

Sunday School & Bible Study Opportunities

There's a Sunday School class or Bible study for every age and stage this fall — plus a weekday coffee gathering with Pastor Rhea.

Ways to Serve

September 4, 2026

Ways You Can Serve

A list of simple, one-hour-or-less ways to serve at FUMC Kaufman — sign up for a task and make a meaningful impact.

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This Week at a Glance Weekly Update

September 4, 2026

Meals on Wheels & the From the Heart Soup Ministry Ministry Spotlight

September 4, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School & Bible Study Opportunities Christian Education

September 4, 2026

Ways You Can Serve Ways to Serve

September 4, 2026

Pumpkin Patch Shirts Announcements

September 4, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Pumpkin Patch Opens October 10th! Ways to Serve

September 4, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

We Need You: Silent Auction Donations Ways to Serve

September 4, 2026 · By Carol Cooper

Let's Get Ready to Bingo! Events

September 4, 2026

Thank You from Bobby and Carole Aga Announcements

September 4, 2026 · By Bobby Aga

Good Food, Good Friends, and Great Memories Events

September 4, 2026 · By Carole Aga

Pumpkin Patch Opens October 10th! Events

August 30, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Meals on Wheels & the From the Heart Soup Ministry Ministry Spotlight

August 28, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

A Weekly Update from Pastor Rhea Weekly Update

August 27, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Sunday School & Bible Study Opportunities Christian Education

August 27, 2026

Ways You Can Serve Ways to Serve

August 27, 2026 · By Karen Park

Order Your "I Love My Church" Shirt by August 31st Announcements

August 26, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Bingo Night & Silent Auction — September 12th Events

August 26, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Welcoming Tiffany Stinson & a New Wednesday Night Children's Program Ministry Spotlight

August 21, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

5th Sunday Fellowship Luncheon — August 30 Events

August 14, 2026

Sunshine Gang Heads to the Perot Museum Events

August 14, 2026

A Weekly Update from Pastor Rhea: Trust Him with Today Weekly Update

August 14, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

We're Hiring: Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

August 7, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

We're Hiring: Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

July 31, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Back to School Blessings — Sunday, August 9th Ministry Spotlight

July 31, 2026

A Message from Pastor Rhea: Am I Still Learning? Weekly Update

July 31, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

We're Hiring: Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

July 24, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Help Support Our Teachers and Educators Ways to Serve

July 24, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Notes from Our Music Director: Texas Choir Camp Ministry Spotlight

July 24, 2026

We're Hiring: Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

July 17, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Thank You for a Wonderful VBS Weekly Update

July 17, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

We're Hiring: Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

July 3, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Family Movie Night on the Lawn — July 18th Events

July 3, 2026

Vacationing with God Weekly Update

July 3, 2026 · By Karen Park

A Weekly Update from Pastor Rhea Weekly Update

July 3, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Mark Your Calendar: Regular Gatherings at FUMC Announcements

June 26, 2026

We're Hiring: Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

June 26, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

SCUBA VBS Makes a Splash! Ministry Spotlight

June 26, 2026

We're Hiring: Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

June 19, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Dive Into VBS: SCUBA - June 23-26 Events

June 19, 2026

We're Hiring: Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

June 5, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Dive Into an Ocean of Fun: VBS Registration Is Open Christian Education

June 5, 2026

The New 2026 Methodist Women Cookbook Is Here Announcements

June 5, 2026

Methodist Women Salad Bar Luncheon — June 9th Events

June 5, 2026

Rachel Group Soup Ministry: From the Heart Ways to Serve

May 29, 2026

Senior Connect: Kaufman Meals on Wheels Ways to Serve

May 29, 2026

Sunday School: Bible Study and Fellowship Christian Education

May 29, 2026

Ways You Can SERVE Ways to Serve

May 29, 2026

We are Hiring! Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

May 29, 2026

Vacation Bible School: Dive Into an Ocean of Fun Christian Education

May 29, 2026

The Annual Methodist Women Salad Bar Luncheon is June 9th! Events

May 29, 2026

A Message from Pastor Rhea Weekly Update

May 29, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Senior Connect – Meals on Wheels & Soup Ministry Ministry Spotlight

May 22, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School Classes for All Ages Christian Education

May 22, 2026

Ways You Can Serve Ways to Serve

May 22, 2026

We're Hiring: Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

May 22, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Vacation Bible School – June 23-26 Events

May 22, 2026

Methodist Women Salad Bar Luncheon – June 9 Events

May 22, 2026

A Weekly Update from Pastor Rhea Weekly Update

May 22, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Senior Connect & Soup Ministry: Serving Our Neighbors Ways to Serve

May 15, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

NOW Backpack Program: Nutrition on Weekends Ways to Serve

May 15, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School Programs at FUMC Christian Education

May 15, 2026

Ways You Can Serve: One Hour Ministries Ways to Serve

May 15, 2026

Waiting with a Purpose Christian Education

May 15, 2026 · By Karen Park

Vacation Bible School: Dive Into an Ocean of Fun Events

May 15, 2026

Sunshine Gang Discovers White Bluebonnets at Ennis Trails Ministry Spotlight

May 15, 2026

Annual Methodist Women Salad Bar Luncheon—June 9 Events

May 15, 2026

We're Hiring: Part-Time Children's & Youth Minister Announcements

May 15, 2026

A Message from Pastor Rhea: Seeking a Children's Minister Weekly Update

May 15, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Senior Connect - Meals on Wheels & Soup Ministry Ministry Spotlight

May 8, 2026

NOW Backpack Program - Supporting IUSD Students Announcements

May 8, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School & Christian Education Programs Christian Education

May 8, 2026

Ways You Can Serve at FUMC Ways to Serve

May 8, 2026

FUMC Recipe Book - Call for Submissions Announcements

May 8, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Methodist Womens Annual Salad Bar — June 9th Announcements

May 8, 2026

Vacation Bible School: Dive Into an Ocean of Fun Events

May 8, 2026

The Evidence of Love Weekly Update

May 8, 2026 · By Karen Park

From the Heart - Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

April 24, 2026

Senior Connect - Meals on Wheels Ministry Ministry Spotlight

April 24, 2026

NOW Backpack Program Serves Norman Jr. High Ways to Serve

April 24, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School & Christian Education Programs Christian Education

April 24, 2026

Ways You Can Serve Ways to Serve

April 24, 2026

FUMC Recipe Book Coming in June! Announcements

April 24, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Vacation Bible School: Dive Into an Ocean of Fun Events

April 24, 2026

Sunshine Gang Explores Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Ministry Spotlight

April 24, 2026

The Voice That Leads Us Home Weekly Update

April 24, 2026

Celebrating Our Graduates! Ministry Spotlight

April 24, 2026

NOW Backpack Program: Supporting Norman Jr. High Students Ways to Serve

April 10, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

FUMC Recipe Book in Development Announcements

April 10, 2026

VBS Volunteer Meeting April 27th at 6:00 PM Ways to Serve

April 10, 2026

Vacation Bible School Coming June 23-26 Events

April 10, 2026

Sunshine Gang Explores Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Ministry Spotlight

April 10, 2026

Divine Mercy Sunday: A Reflection on Faith After Easter Weekly Update

April 10, 2026 · By Karen Park

From the Heart: Soup Ministry Ministry Spotlight

April 3, 2026

Senior Connect: Meals on Wheels Ministry Spotlight

April 3, 2026

NOW (Nutrition on Weekends) Backpack Program Ministry Spotlight

April 3, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Ways You Can Serve at FUMC Ways to Serve

April 3, 2026

Play Music on the Porch Day – April 12 Events

April 3, 2026

VBS Rummage Sale April 11th Announcements

April 3, 2026

Easter Events at Kaufman FUMC Announcements

April 3, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Passion Week Reflection from Pastor Rhea Weekly Update

April 3, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Senior Connect — Meals on Wheels Ministry Ways to Serve

March 27, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

NOW Backpack Program — Support Nutrition for Students Ways to Serve

March 27, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School Classes — All Ages Welcome Christian Education

March 27, 2026

Ways You Can Serve at FUMC Ways to Serve

March 27, 2026

Play Music on the Porch Day — April 12 Events

March 27, 2026

VBS Rummage Sale — April 11th Events

March 27, 2026

Celebrate Easter in Style — Bring Back the Easter Hat! Ministry Spotlight

March 27, 2026

5th Annual Ladies Tea — Saturday, March 28 Events

March 27, 2026

Seaside Spuds — VBS Baked Potato Bar Fundraiser March 29 Events

March 27, 2026

Gather at the Cross — Easter Morning Announcements

March 27, 2026

Holy Week Schedule and Easter Preparations Announcements

March 27, 2026

The Humble King Ministry Spotlight

March 27, 2026 · By Karen Park

A Weekly Update from Pastor Rhea — Palm Sunday and Peace Weekly Update

March 27, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Meals on Wheels & The Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

March 20, 2026

NOW Backpack Program — Support Students in Need Ministry Spotlight

March 20, 2026

Sunday School & Bible Study Opportunities Christian Education

March 20, 2026

Ways You Can Serve Ways to Serve

March 20, 2026

Play Music on the Porch Day — April 12th Events

March 20, 2026

VBS Rummage Sale Coming April 11th Events

March 20, 2026

Bring Back the Easter Hat! Ministry Spotlight

March 20, 2026

5th Annual Ladies Spring Tea — Saturday, March 28th Events

March 20, 2026

Seaside Spuds: VBS Fundraiser Baked Potato Bar — March 29th Events

March 20, 2026

Order Easter Lilies — Deadline March 29th Announcements

March 20, 2026

Gather at the Cross — Easter Morning Ceremony Events

March 20, 2026

Help Support Easter Preparations — Candy & Egg Donations Announcements

March 20, 2026

Easter Sunday Celebration — Brunch, Egg Hunt & Worship Events

March 20, 2026

Music Notes From Leona: Special Lent & Easter Presentation Events

March 20, 2026

A Weekly Update from Pastor Rhea Weekly Update

March 20, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Senior Connect & Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

February 27, 2026

NOW Backpack Program - Help Feed Students Ways to Serve

February 27, 2026

Sunday School & Educational Programs Christian Education

February 27, 2026

Ways You Can Serve at FUMC Ways to Serve

February 27, 2026

Listen to Him: A Lenten Reflection Christian Education

February 27, 2026

A Note from the Leadership Board Announcements

February 27, 2026 · By Teresa Pottorff

From the Heart - Soup Ministry Ministry Spotlight

February 13, 2026

Senior Connect - Kaufman Meals on Wheels Ministry Spotlight

February 13, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

NOW Backpack Program Ways to Serve

February 13, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School & Christian Education Classes Christian Education

February 13, 2026

Ways You Can Serve Ways to Serve

February 13, 2026

VBS Rummage Sale Events

February 13, 2026

Listen to Him

February 13, 2026 · By Karen Park

5th Annual First United Methodist Church Ladies Tea Events

February 13, 2026

We are serving up Seaside Spuds! Events

February 13, 2026

Volunteers are the Heart of Our Church Announcements

February 13, 2026

Senior Connect: Meals on Wheels & From the Heart Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

February 6, 2026

NOW Backpack Program at Norman Jr. High Ways to Serve

February 6, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School Classes for All Ages Christian Education

February 6, 2026

VBS Rummage Sale: April 11th Ways to Serve

February 6, 2026

Seaside Spuds: Baked Potato Bar Fundraiser for VBS Events

February 6, 2026

50th Wedding Anniversary Celebration for Mike & Pam Rogers Announcements

February 6, 2026

Pancake Supper and Ash Wednesday Service Events

February 6, 2026

Common Ground: Coffee with Pastor Rhea Announcements

February 6, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Mark Your Calendar: February Through June 2026 Events

February 6, 2026

A Weekly Update from Pastor Rhea Weekly Update

February 6, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Serving Our Neighbors: Meals on Wheels & the Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

January 30, 2026

NOW Backpack Program Needs Your Support Ways to Serve

January 30, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School & Bible Study Opportunities This Year Christian Education

January 30, 2026

VBS Rummage Sale Set for April 11 - Donations Needed Ways to Serve

January 30, 2026

Seaside Spuds: Baked Potato Bar Fundraiser Benefits VBS Events

January 30, 2026

Pancake Supper & Ash Wednesday Service - February 18 Events

January 30, 2026

Extend the Table: Volunteers Needed to Bring Communion to Homebound Members Ways to Serve

January 30, 2026

Celebrate Mike & Pam Rogers' 50th Wedding Anniversary Announcements

January 30, 2026

Meet Your Leadership Board Ministry Spotlight

January 30, 2026

Senior Connect Meals on Wheels & From the Heart Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

January 16, 2026

NOW Backpack Program at Norman Jr. High Ways to Serve

January 16, 2026 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School & Bible Study Opportunities Christian Education

January 16, 2026

Ministry Opportunities: Meals on Wheels & the Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

January 9, 2026

Sunday School Classes for All Ages Christian Education

January 9, 2026

Thank You Notes from the Staff Weekly Update

January 9, 2026 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Ministry Opportunity: Senior Connect & the Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

December 19, 2025

Sunday School: Where Bible Study and Fellowship Meet Christian Education

December 19, 2025

Gifts of Love for Kids: Thank You for Blessing 161 Children Ministry Spotlight

December 19, 2025

Christmas Day Meals on Wheels & Gifts for Our Shut-Ins Ways to Serve

December 19, 2025 · By Pam Caffey

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service: Silent Night, Holy Night Events

December 19, 2025

Ministry Opportunities: Meals on Wheels & the Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

December 12, 2025

Sunday School Classes for All Ages Christian Education

December 12, 2025

Christmas Piano Concert with Corey McCurry Events

December 12, 2025

Join Us in Blessing Our Wonderful Staff This Holiday Season Announcements

December 12, 2025

Christmas for Kids Toy Day Needs Volunteers Ways to Serve

December 12, 2025 · By Pam Caffey

Keep Our Neighbors Warm: Winter Clothing Drive Ways to Serve

December 12, 2025

Order a Poinsettia in Honor or Memory of a Loved One Announcements

December 12, 2025

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, December 24th Events

December 12, 2025

Christmas Cantata: "Touched by a Child, Touched by a King" Ministry Spotlight

December 12, 2025

A Weekly Update from Pastor Rhea Weekly Update

December 12, 2025 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Ministry Opportunity: Senior Connect & From the Heart Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

December 5, 2025

Sunday School: Where Bible Study and Fellowship Meet Christian Education

December 5, 2025

Mary Group Christmas Luncheon & Rachel Group Christmas Party Events

December 5, 2025

Join Us in Blessing Our Staff This Christmas Ways to Serve

December 5, 2025

An Evening of Christmas Piano with Corey McCurry Events

December 5, 2025 · By Corey McCurry

Gifts of Love for Kids & Keep Our Neighbors Warm This Christmas Ways to Serve

December 5, 2025 · By Pam Caffey

Christmas on the Square & FUMC's Gingerbread-Themed Parade Float Events

December 5, 2025

Historic Sanctuary Featured on Kaufman's Tinsel & Tradition Tour of Homes Events

December 5, 2025

Music Notes: Touched by a Child, Touched by a King Events

December 5, 2025

Ministry Opportunity: Meals on Wheels & the From the Heart Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

November 28, 2025

Sunday School & Bible Study Opportunities Christian Education

November 28, 2025

Women's Groups Christmas Gatherings: Mary Group Luncheon & Rachel Group Party Events

November 28, 2025

Join Us in Blessing Our Wonderful Staff This Holiday Season Announcements

November 28, 2025

An Evening of Christmas Piano with Corey McCurry Events

November 28, 2025 · By Corey McCurry

Christmas Cantata: "Touched by a Child, Touched by a King" -- December 14th Events

November 28, 2025

Gifts of Love for Kids: Going From Pumpkins to Toys Ways to Serve

November 28, 2025 · By Pam Caffey

Keep Our Neighbors Warm: Winter Item Drive Ways to Serve

November 28, 2025

Join FUMC's Gingerbread-Themed Float in the Christmas on the Square Lighted Parade Events

November 28, 2025

2nd Annual Tour of Homes: Tinsel & Tradition Needs Volunteers Events

November 28, 2025

In Everything Give Thanks Weekly Update

November 28, 2025 · By Karen Park

Ministry Opportunities: Meals on Wheels & the Soup Ministry Ways to Serve

November 14, 2025 · By Pam Caffey

Sunday School & Bible Study Opportunities Christian Education

November 14, 2025

Christmas Concert with Corey McCurry Events

November 14, 2025 · By Corey McCurry

Tinsel & Tradition Holiday Tour of Homes Events

November 14, 2025

Estate Planning and Finance Seminar at FUMC Events

November 14, 2025 · By Pam Caffey

Special Celebration: Thanksgiving and 180th Church Anniversary Events

November 14, 2025

KTC Presents Disney's The Little Mermaid Events

November 14, 2025

A Weekly Update from Pastor Rhea Weekly Update

November 14, 2025 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock

Why We Come to the Table Every Week Our Beliefs

September 27, 2023 · By Rev. Rhea Bullock