Oct 14, 2023
Piano Concert
Our Music Ministry presents Marianna Prjevalskaya, Pianist, on Saturday, October 14 at 4:00 p.m. at Franconia United Methodist Church. Performing Piano Masterpieces by Carlos Seixas, Franz Liszt, J. S Bach, and Alexander Scriabin.
Oct 8, 2023
A Gentlemen’s Afternoon
The Ladies High Tea was a total success! And we didn’t want to forget the men! All gents (children, youth, and adults) are invited to an afternoon of food and games on Sunday, October 8 at 3pm in Cokesbury Hall. There will be video games as well as card and board games, and even Corn Hole! This will be a laid back afternoon to hang out, eat some tasty snacks, and get to know others in the church! All are…
Oct 1, 2023
World Communion Sunday and Rise Against Hunger Event
World Communion Sunday and Rise Against Hunger Event Our sixth annual Rise Against Hunger event is scheduled for Sunday, October 1 at 11:30 a.m. in Cokesbury Hall. We are planning to put together approximately 15,000 meals. There will be three shifts – set up, meal packaging, and clean up. We encourage people to sign up in advance but we will also accept walk-ins the day of the event. Please contact Suzanne Ackley (text or call 703-980-3708 or ten.xoc@eusyelkcax liame) for more information. Volunteers will be required to…
Sep 24, 2023
Safe Sanctuary Training
Safe Sanctuary training opportunity will be September 24 from 12:15 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. in Cokesbury Hall and on Zoom. Keeping our children safe is of utmost importance to us at Franconia UMC. We have created a Child Protection Policy to help with this. One requirement of this policy is that volunteers who work with the children and youth of the church complete a Safe Sanctuary training. This training will cover our church’s Child Protection Policy and information on child abuse…
Sep 21, 2023
Phoenix Rising Meal Prep
Our Phoenix Rising ministry seeks donations and volunteers to provide packed meals for those with food insecurity. If you would like to support with September donations, please sign up here. You may deliver items to Cokesbury Hall under the long table nearest the kitchen. If you would like to volunteer packing and/or delivering meals, please contact the church office gro.cmuainocnarf@eciffohcruhc ta.
Sep 17, 2023
Youth Mission Trip Interest Meeting
If you are interested in joining the youth for their mission trip the last week of July 2024 (July 21-28, 2024), there will be a meeting in Cokesbury Hall this Sunday, September 17 at 3pm. All youth and parents are encouraged to attend this meeting. We will be going over costs, possible projects, overview of Red Bird, and answering any questions you may have. All youth who finished 6th grade through graduating high school seniors are invited to go, as…
Sep 10, 2023
Ladies High Tea
Ladies High Tea Ladies, you are cordially invited to High Tea, on Sunday, September 10, from 3 – 4:30 p.m. in Cokesbury Hall. This Par-Tea will be an amazing opportunity to pull out your hats, gloves, and favorite dresses. Tea will be served, and finger sandwiches will be offered. All ladies (children, youth, and adults) are invited. Please sign up so we make sure we have enough tea and sandwiches. Please contact Sarah Chambers gro.cmuainocnarf@htuoy ta for any questions. Donations will be accepted during the event…
Sep 8, 2023
Silver Connections Movie Night
Silver Connections Movie Night Starring Star Wars Save the date Friday, September 8 at 6:30 p.m. for the next senior adult movie night. We are meeting in Cokesbury Hall to watch Star Wars. The 3-B group will provide popcorn and drinks and you can contact the church office if you need transportation or accommodations.
Aug 20, 2023
Children and Youth Kick Off Event
Sunday, August 20, following our 11:00 a.m. service, we will be discussing our Children and Youth Discipleship Plan and the changes recently made. As well as the events and programs planned for this coming year here at Franconia UMC. We encourage all families with children and youth to attend. Lunch will be provided. Come join us in Cokesbury Hall! Please email Linda at gro.cmuainocnarf@yrtsinimsnerdlihc with any questions.
Aug 18, 2023
Franconia UMC Back-to-School Lock-in!
What’s a lock-in, some of you may be asking? It’s an overnight event at the church- we are “locked in” for the night; we play games, watch movies, play more games, eat LOTS of junk food/sugary deliciousness… ALL NIGHT LONG. This event will begin at 9pm at the church, and will end at 8am with breakfast. We’ll meet at the church at 9pm. If bingo is still going on in Cokesbury, we’ll start in the stage room so we don’t…