Skip to primary content

First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica

God is real. God is love. Together we can change the world.

Main menu

  • Welcome
    • I’m New
      • New Visitor Sign In
    • A New In-Person and Online Church
    • Prayer Requests
    • Clergy & Staff
      • Rev. Patricia Farris
        • Rev. Patricia Farris Column
        • Rev. Farris Library
      • Tricia Guerrero
      • Staff
    • Who We Are
    • Safe Sanctuaries®
    • Monthly Church Newsletter – The Sentinel
    • Be The Hope! The Story of the First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica
    • Community Corner
      • Photo Challenge & Gallery
    • Flower Dedications
    • Contact Us
  • Worship
    • Sunday 10 a.m. Sanctuary – Online
      • Sermon Archives
      • Order of Worship / Archives
    • Livestream
    • Messy Church
  • Get Connected
    • ONLINE Groups and Events
    • The First UMC App
    • Blessing of the Animals 2021
    • Children and Families
      • Sunday School
      • Messy Church
      • Faith in Action
      • Books With Jamie & Jack and Other Videos
      • Families United Against Racism
      • Children’s Sabbath
      • Children & Family Resource Links
      • Safe Sanctuaries®
      • Vacation Bible School
    • Small Groups
      • Sunday Morning Walks
    • Health and Care
      • Pastoral Care Team
      • Community Resources
    • Open Space – Young Adult
    • Outreach & Missions
      • Haiti
      • United Against Racism
        • Families United Against Racism
      • Westside Food Bank
      • Habitat for Humanity
      • Youth Service Project
      • Faith in Action
      • Homelessness Response
      • Disaster Response
    • Spiritual Practice & Prayer
      • Sanctuary Open for Prayer
      • Prayer Quilts
      • Prayer Requests
      • Bible Study
      • Labyrinth at First UMC
    • Youth
      • Youth Service Project
  • Music/ Theater/ Arts
    • Mid-Week Recital Series
    • Theater – A.C.T. (All Community Theater
    • The Choirs and Music Staff
    • Music Events
    • The First UMC Organ
    • Art at First UMC
  • Give
    • Stewardship
    • FAQs on Giving
    • Ways to Give
    • Planned Giving
    • Methodist Foundation
    • UMCOR – Disaster Relief
    • Support for Music Program
    • Flower Fund
    • Ralphs Community Contribution Program
    • Volunteer
  • First UMC Preschool
    • Preschool Admissions
      • Preschool Slideshow
      • Preschool Testimonials
    • Preschool Director’s Message
    • Preschool Staff
      • Safe Sanctuaries®
    • Preschool Programs
      • Preschool Parent & Toddler Class
      • Preschool Music Program
      • Preschool Seed-to-Seed Program
    • Preschool Calendar
    • Preschool Picture Gallery
      • Preschool 70th Anniversary
    • Preschool Forms & Links
    • Contact the Preschool

Music / Theater / Arts

  • The Choirs and Music Staff 
  • Annual Music Events 
  • Mid-Week Recital
  • The First UMC Organ
  • Art – Fireside Room Art

Share this:

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Email
  • Print

Like this:

Like Loading...
Make a Donation to
First UMC
Sign up for our Friday email and monthly
Newsletter

Music & Theater Links

  • The Choirs and Music Staff
  • Music Events
  • Support for Music Program
  • The First UMC Organ
  • Contact Us

Rev. Patricia Farris Column

October 2021 Horizons

Several weeks ago I realized that a local drugstore had already put out Halloween decorations, costumes, candies, and cards—about two months early. I had to stop and remember that it really was only August and I wasn’t behind in getting prepared. Two explanations came to mind, in addition to sales. I wondered if either people are so spooked by COVID and its variations that “real” ghosts and goblins seemed preferable, or if we’re all looking for a fun celebration of any sort and eager for it to come...

Read Rev. Patricia Farris' Column

Read the Sentinel Newsletter

First UMC YouTube Channel

Go to First UMC’s YouTube channel to watch past services, Mid-Week Recitals, and more

First UMC Events Calendar

Click to see all First UMC Events

Instagram

This Sunday we will celebrate Children's Sabbath on Halloween! Participate in worship (in-person or online) in your favorite costume for a family friendly worship service. We will bless 4th Grade Bibles, celebrate Sunday School teachers and Tricia Guerrero, Pastoral Associate for Family Ministries, will be preaching. Plus check out the courtyard after worship for a picture opportunity and fun treats!
Thanks to all who donated and walked for Westside Food Bank! First UMC raised nearly 12k, earning the #1 Top Team for Congregations, and the #2 spot overall! We celebrate a successful week of walking and raising awareness, and making a difference in our community!
As we join in the Sacrament of Baptism on Sunday, we'll be cheering on Olive Guerrero Dimalanta. We'll become like the crowd at the Jericho city gates who cheered on Bartimaeus when he sought new life from Jesus. I think Olive's energy and exuberance will inspire us to want to shout out: "Take heart! Take courage! Rise up! Jesus is here for you!"
Praying with our feet for the Westside Food Bank Hunger Walk! There's still time to join the First UMC Santa Monica team. Since it's virtual this year, you can walk any time from anywhere. Or join our Walking Group on Sunday morning - meet in the church courtyard at 9:00 a.m. More info and sign up: https://santamonicaumc.org/hunger-walk

Follow Us

  • Facebook
  • Instagram

Contact Us

First United Methodist Church of Santa Monica
1008 Eleventh Street
Santa Monica, CA 90403
1-310-393-8258
info@santamonicaumc.org
Church Office Hours:
Tues - Fri: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Powered by WordPress.com.
loading Cancel
Post was not sent - check your email addresses!
Email check failed, please try again
Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email.
%d bloggers like this: