Sunday Service 10/26/2025
JOIN US FOR WORSHIP! WELCOME: Welcome to Knoxville First United Methodist Church! We’re glad you’re here to join us. SERVICE OPTIONS: IN-PERSON: Worship with us every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in our beautiful sanctuary. Experience engaging worship through singing, prayer, and God’s Word. Don’t miss this chance to connect and grow in faith! If in-person isn’t possible, you can still be part of our community: *LIVESTREAM:* Watch our live service on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@firstunitedm.... Stream it live or catch up later—never miss a moment. *RADIO:* Listen to the service online at https://www.kniakrls.com/listen-live/ or tune in to 95.1 FM at 9:30 a.m No matter where you are, feel the embrace of our community. Connect in ways that suit you! UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS: THIS SUNDAY: During worship, all students, teachers, and school staff are invited to bring their backpacks or work bags for a special blessing for the new school year, plus a blessing tag for their bag! Pastor Jae will deliver a message on compassion inspired by Luke 13:10-17 (NRSVue). UPCOMING EVENTS: *Attention Singers: Choir Meeting Today (August 24) after service.* Think about joining! We sing the first Sunday of each month, making joyful noise for God's glory. Meet briefly in the choir room after church. Questions? Call or text Christine Meyers at (641) 891-7599. *Celebrate Emma Poffenbarger’s 90th Birthday!* Emma turns 90 on August 31. Send birthday wishes to her at 607 Cindy Lane, Knoxville, IA. *Montgomery Street Preschool - Enrollment Open!* Few spots remain for fall 2025. Interested? Email us at [email protected] or visit www.kfumc.com. We'd love to welcome your little ones! *Community Meal - Wednesday, August 27:* Join us for a free Baked Potato Bar, Mac and Cheese, Cookies, and Drinks from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at 313 E Montgomery, Knoxville, lower level. Everyone’s welcome—let’s share a meal! *UWF General Meeting - September 4 at 6:00 p.m.:* Join us for a light supper and a program by district shepherd Lori Ann Haight, portraying Women at the Well. All are welcome, even if not part of a circle. *Rally Day - Sunday, September 7 at 9:30 PM:* Celebrate outdoors with lively music and a brass ensemble on the church lawn, followed by a potluck lunch in Fellowship Hall. Please bring a dish to share—drop it off before the service. Tables, cutlery, and drinks provided. Everyone is invited and encouraged to bring friends for a morning of faith and fellowship. We look forward to seeing you! *Silent Auction & Harvest Dinner - October 11:* Help us raise funds for community projects. Donate auction items by October 6—drop them at the church office or give online at https://kfumc.breezechms.com/give/online. All proceeds benefit Montgomery Street Preschool and F.U.N. programs. Thank you for your support! To donate to Knoxville First United Methodist Church, send checks to 313 E Montgomery St, Knoxville, IA 50138, or give online at https://kfumc.breezechms.com/give/online. Thank you for being part of our church family! CCLI Streaming Plus# 20471689 CCLI# 683907 CVLI# 505440929