Events
Triple F
WHEN: Saturday, May 9, 2026, 7:00 P.M.
WHERE: Fireplace Room at First United Methodist Church
WHAT: Our program for the evening is presented by Mona Wade, author of a new book Wide-Eyed Wonder. Mona will share the importance of storytelling and how looking at life through the lens of wonder changes how we see things.
Some of us will remember 30 years ago Mona was on the staff at First United Methodist Church for Pastoral Care.
The hosts will provide dessert after the program.
RSVP (DO IT NOW)
Nora and Harold Christensen, Harold.Christensen@gmail.com
Janet and Roger Wehde, wehderj@midco.net
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!!!!
Speaker is Rachel, Call to Freedom, discussing abuse and human trafficking.
May 13 – BBQ Pork, Potato Salad, Green Bean Casserole
June 10 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots
July 8 – Chicken Strips, Baked Potatoes, Fresh Fruit
Aug 12 – Meatloaf, Cheesy Hash Browns, Fresh Fruit
Sept 9 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Fresh Fruit
Oct 14 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Whipped Fruit
Nov 11 – Ham, Cheesy Hash Browns, Glazed Baby Carrots
Dec 10 – Turkey, Dressing, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole
Triple F
Triple F--Food, Fun, Fellowship
WHO: Triple F
WHAT: Program by the Multi-Cultural Center of Sioux Falls
WHEN: Friday, April 10, 2026, at 7:00 pm
WHERE: First United Methodist Church, Fireplace Room. Park in the west lot.
The hosts will provide dessert after the program.
RSVP
. Myron - 605-929-3673
. Bonnie - 605-310-4737
. Elaine - 605-941-1873
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!!!!
Apr 8 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Pistachio Fluff
May 13 – BBQ Pork, Potato Salad, Green Bean Casserole
June 10 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots
July 8 – Chicken Strips, Baked Potatoes, Fresh Fruit
Aug 12 – Meatloaf, Cheesy Hash Browns, Fresh Fruit
Sept 9 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Fresh Fruit
Oct 14 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Whipped Fruit
Nov 11 – Ham, Cheesy Hash Browns, Glazed Baby Carrots
Dec 10 – Turkey, Dressing, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners run from 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
March 4, 2026
Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Rolls
March 11, 2026
Tomato Soup, Pizza Sticks, Fruit
March 18, 026
Hot Dogs/Chili Dogs, Cupcakes & Ice Cream, Applesauce
March 25, 2026
Mac & Cheese, Chicken Strips, Dinner Rolls
A donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners run from 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
March 4, 2026
Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Rolls
March 11, 2026
Tomato Soup, Pizza Sticks, Fruit
March 18, 026
Hot Dogs/Chili Dogs, Cupcakes & Ice Cream, Applesauce
March 25, 2026
Mac & Cheese, Chicken Strips, Dinner Rolls
A donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Triple F
Triple F--Food, Fun, Fellowship
WHEN: March 14, 2026 (Saturday)
WHERE: Fireplace Room
TIME: 7:00 P.M.
WHAT: Our speaker for the evening is Tovia Forstein. You will recognize him as our church
custodian. Tovia is an active member of Mt. Zion Synagogue. He will be sharing
information about his synagogue and the new Jewish Community Center on 85 th Street.
Tovia said it will be very informal and we should bring questions. The Fluit’s and Green’s
will provide dessert after the program.
DO NOW: Please R.S.V.P. by March 11th :
Bill & Laurie Fluit
605-366-3933 or Lfluit@aol.com
Dennis & Mary Lu Green
605-366-8493 or greendm@midco.net
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners run from 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
March 4, 2026
Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Rolls
March 11, 2026
Tomato Soup, Pizza Sticks, Fruit
March 18, 026
Hot Dogs/Chili Dogs, Cupcakes & Ice Cream, Applesauce
March 25, 2026
Mac & Cheese, Chicken Strips, Dinner Rolls
A donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
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!!!!
Mar 11 – Meatloaf, Cheesy Hashbrowns, Whipped Fruit
Apr 8 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Pistachio Fluff
May 13 – BBQ Pork, Potato Salad, Green Bean Casserole
June 10 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots
July 8 – Chicken Strips, Baked Potatoes, Fresh Fruit
Aug 12 – Meatloaf, Cheesy Hash Browns, Fresh Fruit
Sept 9 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Fresh Fruit
Oct 14 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Whipped Fruit
Nov 11 – Ham, Cheesy Hash Browns, Glazed Baby Carrots
Dec 10 – Turkey, Dressing, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners run from 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
March 4, 2026
Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Rolls
March 11, 2026
Tomato Soup, Pizza Sticks, Fruit
March 18, 026
Hot Dogs/Chili Dogs, Cupcakes & Ice Cream, Applesauce
March 25, 2026
Mac & Cheese, Chicken Strips, Dinner Rolls
A donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Triple F
Triple F--Food, Fun, Fellowship
FFF third annual Dominos and Dominoes
Feb. 13 at 5:30 in the fireplace room at First United Methodist Church, you are invited. Come ready to eat and play.
RSVP to
Chery Boyd 605-941-8412, dcboyd@sio.midco.net or
Joyce Brady 415-279-4140, Joyce Brady@att.net
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!!!!
Feb 11 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots
Mar 11 – Meatloaf, Cheesy Hashbrowns, Whipped Fruit
Apr 8 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Pistachio Fluff
May 13 – BBQ Pork, Potato Salad, Green Bean Casserole
June 10 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots
July 8 – Chicken Strips, Baked Potatoes, Fresh Fruit
Aug 12 – Meatloaf, Cheesy Hash Browns, Fresh Fruit
Sept 9 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Fresh Fruit
Oct 14 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Whipped Fruit
Nov 11 – Ham, Cheesy Hash Browns, Glazed Baby Carrots
Dec 10 – Turkey, Dressing, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
January 7, 2026 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
January 14, 2026 - Tator Tot Hot Dish, Fresh Fruit, Dinner Roll
January 21, 2026 - Mac & Cheese, Chicken Strips, Dinner Roll
January 28, 2026 - Mexican Hot Dish, Cornbread, Fruit
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
January 7, 2026 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
January 14, 2026 - Tator Tot Hot Dish, Fresh Fruit, Dinner Roll
January 21, 2026 - Mac & Cheese, Chicken Strips, Dinner Roll
January 28, 2026 - Mexican Hot Dish, Cornbread, Fruit
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
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 14 – Beef Tips/gravy, Mashed potatoes, green beans,
Feb 11 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots
Mar 11 – Meatloaf, Cheesy Hashbrowns, Whipped Fruit
Apr 8 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Pistachio Fluff
May 13 – BBQ Pork, Potato Salad, Green Bean Casserole
June 10 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots
July 8 – Chicken Strips, Baked Potatoes, Fresh Fruit
Aug 12 – Meatloaf, Cheesy Hash Browns, Fresh Fruit
Sept 9 – Beef Stroganoff, Glazed Baby Carrots, Fresh Fruit
Oct 14 – Baked Chicken Breast in Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Whipped Fruit
Nov 11 – Ham, Cheesy Hash Browns, Glazed Baby Carrots
Dec 10 – Turkey, Dressing, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole
Triple F
Triple F--Food, Fun, Fellowship
Bunco Night
Spring aint sprung, the grass aint riz
But I do know where our dices is
We’ll eat corn bread an’ warm up with chilli
Nothin’s better than adults bein’ silly
Friday, January 9th, we will be hosting our annual Bunko night. Doors open at 5:30 and dinner is served at 6:00, in the Fireplace Room.
We will provide soup, chili and cornbread. Feel free to bring desserts or snacks to share.
Please RSVP
Renita Schepeler rschepeler@yahoo.com
Beckie Kaufmann kauf1006@hotmail.com
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
January 7, 2026 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
January 14, 2026 - Tator Tot Hot Dish, Fresh Fruit, Dinner Roll
January 21, 2026 - Mac & Cheese, Chicken Strips, Dinner Roll
January 28, 2026 - Mexican Hot Dish, Cornbread, Fruit
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
December 3, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
December 10, 2025 - Hamburgers and Hot Dogs on Buns, Potato Wedges,
December 17, 2025 - Scalloped Potatoes & Ham, Glazed Carrots, Fruit, Dinner Rolls
December 24, 2025 - No Wednesday Night Supper
December 31, 2025 - No Wednesday Night Supper
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
December 3, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
December 10, 2025 - Hamburgers and Hot Dogs on Buns, Potato Wedges,
December 17, 2025 - Scalloped Potatoes & Ham, Glazed Carrots, Fruit, Dinner Rolls
December 24, 2025 - No Wednesday Night Supper
December 31, 2025 - No Wednesday Night Supper
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
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!!!!
Dec 10 – Turkey, Dressing, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
December 3, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
December 10, 2025 - Hamburgers and Hot Dogs on Buns, Potato Wedges,
December 17, 2025 - Scalloped Potatoes & Ham, Glazed Carrots, Fruit, Dinner Rolls
December 24, 2025 - No Wednesday Night Supper
December 31, 2025 - No Wednesday Night Supper
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Triple F
We will be attending the lighting of Dorothy’s Tree in the parking lot.
Following the lighting, we will meet at the Fireplace Room for BBQs.
Please bring a dish to pass.
Plates, silverware, and drinks will be furnished.
R.S.V.P. To:
Janet Wehde - wehderj@midco.net Or June Shields - ardenjuneshields@yahoo.com
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
November 5, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
November 12, 2025 - Lasagna, Tossed Salad, Breadsticks
November 19, 2025 - Pizza Stick Cheese Bread with Marinara Sauce, Tossed Salad, Fruit
November 26, 2025 - No Wednesday Night Supper
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
November 5, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
November 12, 2025 - Lasagna, Tossed Salad, Breadsticks
November 19, 2025 - Pizza Stick Cheese Bread with Marinara Sauce, Tossed Salad, Fruit
November 26, 2025 - No Wednesday Night Supper
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
November 5, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
November 12, 2025 - Lasagna, Tossed Salad, Breadsticks
November 19, 2025 - Pizza Stick Cheese Bread with Marinara Sauce, Tossed Salad, Fruit
November 26, 2025 - No Wednesday Night Supper
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
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!!!!
Nov 12 – Ham, Au Gratin Potatoes, Glazed Baby Carrots
Dec 10 – Turkey, Dressing, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
November 5, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
November 12, 2025 - Lasagna, Tossed Salad, Breadsticks
November 19, 2025 - Pizza Stick Cheese Bread with Marinara Sauce, Tossed Salad, Fruit
November 26, 2025 - No Wednesday Night Supper
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Triple F
Triple F--Food, Fun, Fellowship
Who: TripleF and anyone who wants to be included. You are all invited.
When: Sunday, November 2, 2025. We'll start at 6:00. Before we go, we'll retire to the Friendship Room for root beer floats and fellowship.
Where: In the First United Methodist sanctuary, right up next to the organ.
What: It's called an Organ Crawl, this one led by Aidan Christensen. Pipe Organs are a complex instrument. With good reason the are known as the king of instruments. It is a mechanical, pneumatic, and musical masterpiece. See how it works; listen to the variety of individual sounds; learn how the musician blends and creates crescendos. It is a fascinating convergence between science and music.
Why: This is a Gather event on the scale: Gather, Grow, Go. Invite a friend.
RSVP to one of the hosts:
Elaine and Terry Olson, eolson1052@gmail.com. 920-222-1052
Nora and Harold 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.
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
October 1, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
October 8, 2025 - Tator Tot Hot Dish, Fresh Fruit, Dinner Roll
October 15, 2025 - Chili Fritos, Fruit Salad
October 22, 2025 - Mac & Cheese, Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Rolls
October 29, 2025 - Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Dirt Cake
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
October 1, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
October 8, 2025 - Tator Tot Hot Dish, Fresh Fruit, Dinner Roll
October 15, 2025 - Chili Fritos, Fruit Salad
October 22, 2025 - Mac & Cheese, Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Rolls
October 29, 2025 - Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Dirt Cake
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
October 1, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
October 8, 2025 - Tator Tot Hot Dish, Fresh Fruit, Dinner Roll
October 15, 2025 - Chili Fritos, Fruit Salad
October 22, 2025 - Mac & Cheese, Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Rolls
October 29, 2025 - Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Dirt Cake
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.
Wednesday Family Dinner
Come - Be Welcomed - Eat - Be Filled
We are excited to offer a Wednesday Night dinner for our church family, regular attendees, and visitors! Wednesday night dinners begin at 5:00 p.m. and end at 5:45 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
October 1, 2025 - Broasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dinner Roll
October 8, 2025 - Tator Tot Hot Dish, Fresh Fruit, Dinner Roll
October 15, 2025 - Chili Fritos, Fruit Salad
October 22, 2025 - Mac & Cheese, Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Rolls
October 29, 2025 - Corn Dogs, Baked Beans, Dirt Cake
All are welcome regardless of the ability to pay.
A suggested donation of $6 per person or $25 per family of 5 or more is suggested to cover the meal cost.