2026 Graduates

2026 Graduates

We celebrate this year’s graduates.Anna Cox University of West Georgia Degree: Doctoral, EdD in School Improvement (will be completed later this summer) Anna began her doctoral process in 2022 and is scheduled to defend her dissertation in early June. Her research focused on how typical profession

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Celebration Luncheon for the Pastor Nelson and Family! 🍗✨

Celebration Luncheon for the Pastor Nelson and Family! 🍗✨

Let’s gather for a time of food, fellowship, and celebration! On Sunday, May 31st, immediately following our worship service, we are hosting a special luncheon to honor Pastor Nelson Furtado and his family.We look forward to celebrating the ministry we’ve shared over the past three years and sending

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Church Office Closures

Church Office Closures

The Morrow First UMC Office will be closed for these holidays.Memorial Day Monday, May 25, 2026Juneteenth Friday, June 19, 2026Independence Day Saturday, July 4, 2026Labor Day Monday, September 7, 2026Columbus Day Monday, October 12, 2026Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11, 2026Thanksgiving Wedn

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Governance Board Meeting

Governance Board Meeting

The next meeting of the MFUMC Governance Board is Tuesday, May 19, at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

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A Day of Service: Midwest Food Bank

A Day of Service: Midwest Food Bank

Judy Jaeger invites you to join her at Midwest Food Bank, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. “We have an opportunity to “give back” to the agency that provides food for our pantry every month.” Sign up on the bulletin board or email Judy (link below).Day of Service June 24, 202

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NEED: Lay Members At-Large to the North Georgia Conference

NEED: Lay Members At-Large to the North Georgia Conference

Greetings North Georgia Laity, The 2026 North Georgia Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church is, Thursday, June 18, through Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Athens, Georgia at The Classic Center.Are you interested in serving as a Young Adult at Large, or Adult Lay Member at Large? If so, we wou

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Lay Servant Classes

Lay Servant Classes

North Georgia UMC ClassesYou may take classes in any districtClick here to view schedule and to register.All Classes $40.00 plus processing fee – DOES NOT INCLUDE Student Book. Books are available at Cokesbury, Upper Room Books, Amazon or any book vendor Completion of Basic is recommended but not re

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Reminder to Serve at Calvary

Reminder to Serve at Calvary

Morrow First UMC has committed to serving dinner at Calvary Refuge Center monthly, on the fourth Sunday. This is a reminder for the teams and families that have signed up (and want) to serve at Calvary Refuge Center. Thank you for your service. The group serving this month isThe schedule is open! Co

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NGUMC Annual Conference

NGUMC Annual Conference

North Georgia United Methodist Annual ConferenceJune 18-20, 2026Lay Members At-Large to the North Georgia Conference – June 18-20, 2026 – Deadline to register is approaching Greetings North Georgia Laity,The 2026 North Georgia Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church will be held in person,

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Exclusive Member Offer: Save on Life Line Screening

Exclusive Member Offer: Save on Life Line Screening

We have great news! Our MFUMC will be hosting a Life Line Screening event on Friday, May 29, 2026. Life Line Screening is the premier provider of stroke and cardiovascular disease risk screenings since 1993. Life Line Screening is extending a discounted offer to all MFUMC members which will identify

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❄️⚡MFUMC Severe Weather Protocol

❄️⚡MFUMC Severe Weather Protocol

🌩️ Weather conditions can change quickly, and we want to ensure our congregation stays informed and safe. Pastor Nelson closely monitors local weather and road conditions whenever severe weather is in the forecast.How We Communicate CancellationsIf we determine that it is unsafe to hold an in-person

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Handmade Prayer Pillow

Handmade Prayer Pillow

The Youth have hand made Prayer Pillows. You can have one for a donation to our annual Beach Retreat.See a youth or Erika Sturgies for details.

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Found Items

Found Items

Lost & Found Update!The Lost and Found box is now located in the library.Have you misplaced a coat, a Bible, or a pair of glasses?Check the box to see if your item has been found!Important Note:Precious items such as keys and jewelry are being held securely in the church office.Please contact the ch

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Ukraine Continued Support

Ukraine Continued Support

Faces of Courage – a very unique exhibitionOn February 24, 2024, two years after Russian troops invaded Ukraine, a very unique exhibition took place in Cluj-Napoca (Romania).UMCOR AND CWS: CARE AND RESETTLEMENT FOR UKRAINIAN REFUGEESUkrainians come to the Balti Center for weekly food supplies, made

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Staff Changes at Morrow First UMC

Staff Changes at Morrow First UMC

We are entering a season of both bittersweet farewells and exciting new beginnings.Pastoral TransitionAs part of the 2026 appointment cycle, Rev. Nelson Furtado will be moving to a new posting this summer.During his time at Morrow First UMC, Pastor Nelson has continued his theological studies and is

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Laity Devotionals: Discovering God’s Presence in ‘Sanctuary Spaces’

Laity Devotionals: Discovering God’s Presence in ‘Sanctuary Spaces’

Over the past year, United Methodists from across Georgia have shared devotionals that helped draw us closer to God and to one another.In this new devotional series, Sanctuary Spaces, we turn our attention to the places where God’s voice becomes clear and our spirits find rest. These spaces may be a

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Dr. McQueen’s Retirement Celebration

Dr. McQueen’s Retirement Celebration

A gift box for cards/gifts will be available at Wesley Chapel UMC or you may follow this LINK and submit to Dunwoody UMC (Dist. Superintendency Committee). Click the “give now” button and select “DS Love Gift” from the drop-down menu.Registration for Attendance is RequiredSouth Central District Cont

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