Health and Care at First UMC
The Health Ministry Council is excited to announce First UMC is supporting the American Cancer Society’s annual Relay for Life at Drake Stadium at UCLA. Relay for Life strives to bring communities together to remember loved ones lost, honor survivors of all cancers, and raise money to help the American Cancer Society make a global impact on cancer. The Health Ministry Council supports this cause for all these important reasons. A special event is the Luminaria walk – to remember those we’ve lost, celebrate cancer survivors, and show everyone affected by cancer that we are the light in the darkness. You may walk at any time for any length during the 12 hour event.
Saturday, May 16
12 p.m. noon to 12 a.m. midnight
UCLA Drake Track and Field Stadium
340 Charles E. Young Dr. W, Los Angeles, 90024
To register or donate to the First UMC Wesley Walkers, sign up on the website: https://fundraise.acsevents.org/fundraisers/debijenkinson
Caring for You – Body, Mind, and Spirit at First UMC
Your well-being matters to us. Explore the resources below to see how we can support you and your loved ones through every season of life.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact: Anne Premer (email) or (310)393-8258 ext 103.
Pastoral Care Team:
Rev. Greg Batson (Senior Minister); Tricia Guerrero (Pastoral Associate); Rev. Keri Olsen Paget (Deacon Associate for Spiritual Formation); Anne Premer (Congregation Care Associate) Click here to read read about the team.
Local Community Resources:
Take a look at our extensive list of local Santa Monica and Los Angeles resources. Click here to view list.
Memorial Planning:
A time of loss is very difficult, but also an important opportunity for family and friends to honor memories, share love, and affirm our faith in our loving God and the promise of life eternal. We are a loving and caring community and are sensitive to the sorrow you, your family, and friends are experiencing.
– Click here for information regarding Planning a Memorial
– Click here for information on “The Five Wishes,” which is the first easy-to-use Living Will that talks about your personal, emotional and spiritual needs as well as your medical wishes.
Through God’s love, the Health Ministry Council works to promote wellness in individuals, the church, and the community. The council supports the mission of First UMC, plans and implements programs and activities that promote physical, mental and spiritual well-being and healing, and serves as an advocate for health and safety concerns. For more information about the Council, or to volunteer, send us an email or call the church office (310) 393-8258.
FREE Blood Pressure Screenings
The Health Ministry Council hosts Blood Pressure screenings one Sunday of the month in the Fireside Room. We are grateful to this ministry for their continued care of the congregation!