Events

Caregivers Gathering
Jun
23

Caregivers Gathering

We warmly invite you to a special gathering dedicated to you – the incredible individuals who provide unwavering care and support to others. This event is a chance to connect, share, learn, and recharge in a supportive and understanding environment.

Whether you're caring for a family member, a friend, or a client, your dedication is truly remarkable. We understand the unique joys and challenges of caregiving and believe in the power of community to uplift and empower one another.

This gathering is open to all caregivers, regardless of the type of care you provide or the stage of your caregiving journey. Your presence will enrich our community, and we look forward to welcoming you.

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Triple F
Jun
30

Triple F

Triple F--Food, Fun, Fellowship

Join us downtown for a Sculpture Walk and Ice Cream.

We will meet at the Kelo Building on Phillips and 13th St. at 6:30 p.m. and walk up and down Phillips Ave. to see this year's sculptures together. New this year: a scavenger hunt! Afterward, we will go to church and enjoy ice cream, brownies, and, of course, fellowship.

This is an open invitation to an inclusive group.  Invite your friends and neighbors.

RSVP to Gary & Jane Healy jheitman22@hotmail.com or June Shields ardenjuneshields@yahoo.com

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Caregivers Gathering
Jul
14

Caregivers Gathering

We warmly invite you to a special gathering dedicated to you – the incredible individuals who provide unwavering care and support to others. This event is a chance to connect, share, learn, and recharge in a supportive and understanding environment.

Whether you're caring for a family member, a friend, or a client, your dedication is truly remarkable. We understand the unique joys and challenges of caregiving and believe in the power of community to uplift and empower one another.

This gathering is open to all caregivers, regardless of the type of care you provide or the stage of your caregiving journey. Your presence will enrich our community, and we look forward to welcoming you.

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Jul
23

Justice & Mercy Hosts Movie Night

 

Just Mercy

"Just Mercy" is a powerful story about the fight for justice and the importance of mercy in the face of injustice, told through a memoir and a film adaptation.

We will gather in the Wesley Room. After each movie, we will discuss the film and its themes briefly.

Snacks will be served.

 


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Caregivers Gathering
Jul
28

Caregivers Gathering

We warmly invite you to a special gathering dedicated to you – the incredible individuals who provide unwavering care and support to others. This event is a chance to connect, share, learn, and recharge in a supportive and understanding environment.

Whether you're caring for a family member, a friend, or a client, your dedication is truly remarkable. We understand the unique joys and challenges of caregiving and believe in the power of community to uplift and empower one another.

This gathering is open to all caregivers, regardless of the type of care you provide or the stage of your caregiving journey. Your presence will enrich our community, and we look forward to welcoming you.

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Caregivers Gathering
Aug
11

Caregivers Gathering

We warmly invite you to a special gathering dedicated to you – the incredible individuals who provide unwavering care and support to others. This event is a chance to connect, share, learn, and recharge in a supportive and understanding environment.

Whether you're caring for a family member, a friend, or a client, your dedication is truly remarkable. We understand the unique joys and challenges of caregiving and believe in the power of community to uplift and empower one another.

This gathering is open to all caregivers, regardless of the type of care you provide or the stage of your caregiving journey. Your presence will enrich our community, and we look forward to welcoming you.

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Caregivers Gathering
Aug
25

Caregivers Gathering

We warmly invite you to a special gathering dedicated to you – the incredible individuals who provide unwavering care and support to others. This event is a chance to connect, share, learn, and recharge in a supportive and understanding environment.

Whether you're caring for a family member, a friend, or a client, your dedication is truly remarkable. We understand the unique joys and challenges of caregiving and believe in the power of community to uplift and empower one another.

This gathering is open to all caregivers, regardless of the type of care you provide or the stage of your caregiving journey. Your presence will enrich our community, and we look forward to welcoming you.

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Justice & Mercy Hosts Movie Night
Jun
18

Justice & Mercy Hosts Movie Night

 

Hidden Figures

Three female African-American mathematicians play a pivotal role in astronaut John Glenn's launch into orbit while dealing with racial and gender discrimination.

We will gather in the Wesley Room. After each movie, we will discuss the film and its themes briefly.

Snacks will be served.

 


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S.A.G.E.S. (Senior Adults: Growing, Exploring, Serving)
Jun
11

S.A.G.E.S. (Senior Adults: Growing, Exploring, Serving)

We will have a catered hot meal. Please call the church office (336-3652) for your dinner reservation. ALL are welcome!!!!  

Jan 8 – Chicken Wild Rice Casserole, Green Beans, Strawberry Fluff

Feb 12 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots

Mar 12 – Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Whipped Fruit

Apr 9 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Pistachio Fluff

May 14 – BBQ Pork, Potato Salad, Green Bean Casserole

June 11 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots

July 9 – Chicken Strips, Baked Potato, Fresh Fruit

Aug 13 – Meatloaf, Cheesy Hash Browns, Fresh Fruit

Sept 10 – Tator-Tot Casserole, Glazed Baby Carrots, Fresh Fruit

Oct 8 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Whipped Fruit

Nov 12 – Ham, Au Gratin Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots

Dec 10 – Turkey, Dressing, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole

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Caregivers Gathering
Jun
9

Caregivers Gathering

We warmly invite you to a special gathering dedicated to you – the incredible individuals who provide unwavering care and support to others. This event is a chance to connect, share, learn, and recharge in a supportive and understanding environment.

Whether you're caring for a family member, a friend, or a client, your dedication is truly remarkable. We understand the unique joys and challenges of caregiving and believe in the power of community to uplift and empower one another.

This gathering is open to all caregivers, regardless of the type of care you provide or the stage of your caregiving journey. Your presence will enrich our community, and we look forward to welcoming you.

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Triple F
May
31

Triple F

Triple F--Food, Fun, Fellowship

WHAT
Women's Football Alliance
Our local women's tackle football team, Sioux Falls Snow Leopards, plays at home.
The Cedar Raptors travel from Iowa.
WebSite: https://officialsfsl.com/

WHO
Come cheer our favorite player, #88 Kiley Coyne, OT/DE
Perhaps you know her better as the Choir Director at First United Methodist Church.
You may know her as an Augustana University band director.
You may also know her as coach of the new Augustana University Women's Flag Football team.

WHERE'S FOOD
Start with food Saturday, May 31,3:00 PM
Backyard BBQ, 3705 S Western Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105.
(That'll give us a chance to change our plans if it should happen to rain.)

WHERE'S FOOTBALL
Saturday, May 31, Doors open at 4:00.  Kickoff at 5:00.
At Harrisburg High School (1300 E Willow St, Harrisburg, SD)

PURCHASE TICKETS:
Sioux Falls Snow Leopards vs Cedar Rapids Raptors
May 31, 2025, 5:00 PM (CDT)
https://www.happsnow.com/event/-sioux-falls-snow-leopards/sioux-falls-snow-leopards-vs-cedar-rapids-raptors-OFQVT7

Tickets are discounted if pre-purchased. (Adults $15 if purchased at the gate on game day). Military/First Responders are half price with id at the Box Office on Game Day.

LET THE HOSTS KNOW YOU'RE COMING
Doug and Shirley Erickson  ericksonds@sio.midco.net
Harold and Nora Christensen  Harold.Christensen@gmail.com

Boilerplate
. This is an open invitation to an inclusive group.  Invite your friends and neighbors.
. Activity Hosts, send me activity information, and I will forward it to the list.
. Let me know if there are any corrections to this information.
. If you want off the mailing list, send me a note, Harold.Christensen@gmail.com

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S.A.G.E.S. (Senior Adults: Growing, Exploring, Serving)
May
14

S.A.G.E.S. (Senior Adults: Growing, Exploring, Serving)

We will have a catered hot meal. Please call the church office (336-3652) for your dinner reservation. ALL are welcome!!!!  

Jan 8 – Chicken Wild Rice Casserole, Green Beans, Strawberry Fluff

Feb 12 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots

Mar 12 – Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Whipped Fruit

Apr 9 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Pistachio Fluff

May 14 – BBQ Pork, Potato Salad, Green Bean Casserole

June 11 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby      Carrots

July 9 – Chicken Strips, Baked Potato, Fresh Fruit

Aug 13 – Meatloaf, Cheesy Hash Browns, Fresh Fruit

Sept 10 – Tator-Tot Casserole, Glazed Baby Carrots, Fresh Fruit

Oct 8 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Whipped Fruit

Nov 12 – Ham, Au Gratin Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots

Dec 10 – Turkey, Dressing, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole

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Easter Sunday Services
Apr
20

Easter Sunday Services

You are invited to join us for our Sunrise Easter Service at Falls Park on April 9th at 6:30 AM under the shelter. Celebrate the resurrection of Christ with our community in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Additionally, we will have in-person and online services at 8:30 AM, 9:45 AM, and 11:01 AM. We welcome everyone to participate in this joyous occasion as we gather in worship and gratitude.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Good Friday Service
Apr
18

Good Friday Service

You are invited to our Good Friday Service

Join us on Friday, April 18, 2023, at First United Methodist Church, 12th & Spring, as we gather to reflect on the significance of Good Friday.

The service will begin at 6:30 PM and will include scripture readings, hymns, and a time for meditation. This solemn observance is an opportunity to contemplate the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and to find hope in the promise of resurrection.

All are welcome to share in this meaningful service as we come together in faith and community. We look forward to seeing you there.

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