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We believe that God has put us here at this time
to faithfully seek Him and to make Him known through
our prayers, presence, gifts and service.
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Our Core Values
Prayer · Love · Bible-Based Preaching & Teaching
Worship · Children & Youth Ministry
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Where are you located?
First United Methodist Church is located in
historic downtown Siloam Springs, on
325 East Twin Springs Street, next to
the Sager Creek Arts Center.
Access to the offices, sanctuary and
fellowship hall is located directly across our
parking areas, found on East Twin Springs Street.
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What are your office hours?
The First UMC office is open from
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday
(closed from noon to 1 p.m. for lunch.)
The office phone number is 549.524.6111.
You can also reach individual
staff members by e-mail.
Click here to visit the staff page.
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What happens on a typical Sunday morning?
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+ Worship
Each week, our Sunday morning starts at 9 a.m.
with our contemporary, or celebration service, held
in the sanctuary. It features a variety of music,
and worship in a relaxed atmosphere.
Our traditional service begins at 11:10 a.m.
in our sanctuary. This service includes hymns and
other worship tools, which have been passed on
through our tradition as United Methodists.
While the service has a structured
feel, you will find the congregation to be
welcoming to guests of all ages.
+ Sunday School
Our Sunday school classes begin 10:15 a.m. We
have classes for children, youth and adults. We are
continually looking for ways to provide educational opportunities for our guests and members.
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+ Fellowship Time
At 10 a.m. members of the First UMC family
gather together in the Fellowship Hall and spend
a few minutes connecting with each other after a
busy week. This time can give you a chance to meet
new friends in a casual setting. We even have coffee
and donuts, if you desire a sweet treat.
+ Communion at 10 a.m.
Also at 10 a.m., on every Sunday (except the
first Sunday of each month), communion is offered
in the sanctuary for those desiring to participate in the sacrament on a weekly basis. On the first Sunday
of each month, communion is offered
during both services.
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| What can you tell me about Sunday School? |
We believe attendance in a Sunday School class is not limited to our children and youth ministry programs.
Because we believe these fellowships are a critical part an individual's spiritual growth, we offer a full range of classes from everyone, regardless of age.
Each class is structured to encourage friendships among members, and provide a safe place where someone can learn and grow in their Christian faith.
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What childcare do you offer? Who cares for my children?
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Childcare, for infant, toddler and preschool aged children, is provided during both services and at most church events, by trained and screened volunteers.
While the nursery is available for our youngest members, parents with school-aged students are encouraged to bring their youngsters to the worship services. Many children and youth take part in the services, as members of the praise team during the celebration service, and as acolytes. A children's message, which highlights a Christian theme (and often mirrors the pastor's sermon) in a child-friendly way, is included in each service.
We want you to know that we value your children. It is our desire to provide them with a safe and secure place, where they can learn about God's love without fear. In that effort, our church has adopted a Safe Sanctuary policy, which outlines the expectations we have for how all of our volunteers interact with children and youth.
First UMC Siloam Springs operates using a two-person model, where no volunteer or staff member is alone with a child or youth, under the age of 18, at anytime. Additionally, all volunteers within our children and youth ministry program have gone through a background check and screening process.
Our church family has an added resource, Karl Mounger, who is a member of the national Safe Sanctuaries task force. Karl continually provides educational opportunities for our staff members in order to ensure your child's safety.
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What do you offer for my student?
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First UMC - Siloam Springs offers a wide-range of programs for children, youth and young adult students.
You can learn more about our various student ministries by visiting our student ministries page.
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For information concerning children's ministry
programs (infants thru fifth grade),
contact Kaylea Hutson,
our minister to families with children,
by e-mail: kaylea@fumcss.arcoxmail.com,
or by phone at 479.524.6111.
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For more information concerning
youth and college/career options contact
Peter Banks, minister to families with youth,
by e-mail at: peter@fumcss.arcoxmail.com
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Becoming a Member of First UMC - Siloam Springs
For those who wish to join First UMC as a member, we encourage you to schedule a meeting with Pastor Randy.
You can do this by calling the office at 479.524.6111 or by e-mailing him at rrowlan@cox-internet.com.
During this meeting, Pastor Randy will share with you about the church's history, provide you with the church's doctrinal statement and other things distinctive to the United Methodist Church.
As United Methodists, upon becoming members, we promise to uphold the church's ministries with our prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness.
Pastor Randy will help you explore ways to become a part of the various ministry areas here at First UMC.
Ultimately, it is our desire that you find a place to call home here at First UMC.
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What is a United Methodist?
We believe a United Methodist is someone who:
* Acknowledges Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior;
* Professes the Christian Faith as explained in Scriptures;
* Promises to live a Christian life and remain a faithful member of a local congregation; and
* Pledges to be loyal to the United Methodist Church and support it with their prayers, presence,
gifts, service and witness.
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