On Saturday, June 22nd, from 9am-11am, you’re invited to join the Malawi Project Packing Party! To help combat the infant and maternal mortality rates in Malawi, Africa, Doctors without Borders has created a list of supplies to be donated for new families in need. Join us in the Event Center as we help pack life-saving materials to be sent to expectant mothers in Malawi, Africa. Coffee, donuts, and all the materials will be provided! Sign up HERE
April 4, 2024 at 4:08 pm
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Join us on Sunday, April 14, for our annual Family Empowerment Advocacy kickoff! You will hear a mission moment during both worship services describing this life-saving and life-changing work in Sierra Leone, Africa and your FEA team of Sharon Gardner, Donna Edwards, and Brent Hradek will be in the narthex after both services to help you renew your current commitment or become part of this powerful work.
November 1, 2023 at 8:21 am
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For the ninth year, FUMC Colleyville is collecting and distributing coats and cold weather gear to help those in need.
You can bring donations of men’s, women’s or children’s new or gently used coats, sweaters, sweatshirts, gloves, or hats to the collection area at the church, on the landing by the elevator, or drop off in the church office. You can also make a financial donation to support this effort by writing a check, through your regular electronic giving method; just make sure to note the gift is for Coats Against the Cold. A donation of $22 purchases a new coat for a child.
This effort is led by the remarkable United Methodist Men and they will be busy distributing coats to Northside InterCommunity Agency, First Street Methodist Mission, Union Gospel Mission, Presbyterian Night Shelter and many more. Thank you in advance for your generosity as we live out our church vision to be an outwardly focused church that engages the local community!
October 10, 2023 at 11:36 am
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Please join us at FUMC Colleyville’s annual Holiday Extravaganza. The Extravaganza features delicious barbecue, a bake sale, silent auction, and craft fair. A children’s room is available, staffed by our Director of Children’s and Family Ministry, if you’d like to shop child-free!
All proceeds from the auction and the Holiday Extravaganza support the missions and ministry of the church. Come kick off the season and get into the holiday spirit at the Extravaganza!
Free parking available on site.
Our online auction is live and open for bidding! Click HERE, create an account and start bidding. Bidding ends at 4pm on Saturday 11/11.
And don’t forget, we’ll have more than 100 items at the in-person auction this Saturday. Auction tables will close at various time between 1:30 and 4pm.
October 4, 2022 at 9:18 pm
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More children than ever are in need. FUMC Colleyville’s men’s group is on a mission to give new or good quality coats to kids in need in our community. While our primary focus is on children’s coats, we are also collecting good used or new adult winter clothing or coats which we will distribute to community organizations that serve that clientele.
You can help by dropping off coats at the church office during office hours (Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm) or make a donation by clicking HERE. Please make sure to note in the comments that your donation is for Coats Against the Cold.
August 22, 2022 at 4:19 pm
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Please join us in the event center for the Mission and Ministry Fair on Sunday, September 11 between services. Enjoy a light brunch while meeting people and gathering information about the various ministry and mission opportunities within our church.
August 2, 2022 at 9:58 am
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Do you want to be involved in our community and help a child to read? Then our Project Read program at Glenhope Elementary School may be the right fit for you! After a two year hiatus due to COVID, we are restarting this volunteer opportunity. In past years of the program, the principal of Glenhope Dr. Wynette Griffin reported that the average test scores for Kinder through 2nd grade at Glenhope outpaced the average test scores for the district, and she said that our FUMCC volunteers who faithfully read with their students, some who face difficult challenges, greatly contributed to their success.
Project Read volunteers are partnered with a student to provide 30 minutes of one-to-one tutoring each week from October through May during school hours. It is expected that volunteers may miss an occasional week due to vacations, etc.
Please see our Frequently Asked Questions and our volunteer sign up form below. Please contact Patty Shaw at if you have any additional questions.
FAQ
Q: When does the program start and what days of the week are volunteers needed?
A: Teachers need a few weeks to identify who needs extra reading practice. Our goal is to have volunteers matched up with students by late September so that tutoring is up and running by October. Most teachers need volunteers on Tuesdays, but you may also serve Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Most teachers prefer to not have students out of class for tutoring on Mondays.
Q: Do I need to be a certified teacher to be a Project Read volunteer?
A: No, but you are required to complete the online GCISD volunteer registration and background check process https://www.gcisd.net/community/volunteer_background_check and the United Methodist Ministry Safe training before arriving for your first tutoring session. Contact FUMCC’s Director of Children & Family Ministry Elise Yetter if you require Ministry Safe training. Elise is also planning an optional tutor training to be held in September.
Q: Can I volunteer more than 30 minutes a week?
A: Yes! Though each student will only be able to spend 30 minutes outside of class in the program, you can volunteer to help more than one child. Also, Glenhope’s Gatorville program (an enrichment program schedule for Friday afternoons) needs volunteer teachers for its 6 to 8 week classes. Let Patty Shaw know if you have an interest in teaching a Gatorville class and the skill or topic you wish to teach and she will get you in touch with the appropriate person at Glenhope ES.
Q: I have out of town trips scheduled throughout the year. Can I still be a Project Read volunteer?
A: Yes! Once you are assigned a student, you will work directly with the teacher regarding any scheduling issues. If you will be unable to be at school for many weeks in a row, you will need to inform Patty Shaw so that she can assign another tutor to help your student. Note that there will be weeks during the school year when tutors will not be allowed on campus due to state mandated testing.
Q: Am I required to be vaccinated and boosted against Covid? Am I required to wear a mask?
A: At this time, GCISD does not require volunteers to be vaccinated, boosted, nor to wear a mask. However per CDC guidelines, these are all recommended when inside with others. Volunteers are expected to self-report and stay away if symptomatic or test positive.
Q: I can’t volunteer during the school day; can I still be a Project Read volunteer?
A: Sadly, no. However, FUMC Colleyville’s Weekend Food program for Glenhope Elementary School may be able to use your time, talents, and gifts. Please contact Bob Straub at
May 4, 2022 at 10:24 am
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Please join Women’s Missions and Fellowship for a cook-out dinner on Wednesday May 18 at 6pm in the FUMC Colleyville event center. WMF will be serving hamburgers, hot dogs, macaroni and cheese and more! All proceeds from the dinner support Grace Grapevine’s Feed Our Kids. Suggested contribution $7 per person or $20 per family of three or more.
After dinner, the praise band will play a short concert. Join us for dinner, fellowship, music and a little arts and crafts, all while helping to support a great cause!
