Dear Rector First United Methodist Church Family, Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! My name is Rev. Candace Barron, and I am honored and excited to be appointed as your new pastor, effective July 1, 2026. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to join you […]... Read More

Dear Church Family, As I sit down to write this newsletter, I realize this will be my final monthly newsletter as your pastor. That is not an easy sentence to write. Over these past two years together, you have welcomed me into your lives, your homes, your celebrations, and your sorrows. We have worshiped together, […]... Read More

As we step into the month of May, we find ourselves standing in a season of transition, both in the life of the church and in the rhythm of the Christian year. Easter is still fresh in our hearts, and yet we are already being drawn toward Pentecost, toward that moment when the Spirit breathes […]... Read More