The First Methodist Church of Atmore

08/31/2026

Yesterday, we opened God’s Word to Ephesians 2:19–22 and Romans 8:14–17 to reflect on a life-changing truth: through Jesus Christ, we are not treated as nervous houseguests or day laborers walking on eggshells. We are fully adopted, members of God’s household.
When you're family, you don't nervously wait on the porch—you walk in and head straight for the refrigerator. That is the kind of access, belonging, and security our Heavenly Father gives to us:
• Our Standing is Secure: God paid our debts at Calvary and finalized our adoption. You are not on probation; you are an heir of God and a co-heir with Christ.
• Our Differences Unite Us: The Church isn't a civic club or a political coalition. In Christ, every earthly division falls away, bringing all backgrounds and generations together around one table.
• Our Love Calls Us to Action: Being family means stepping up when life is hard—carrying each other's burdens, showing up, and sharing life beyond Sunday morning.
This Week’s Challenge: Put family love into practice! Pick up the phone to pray with a brother or sister who is hurting, invite someone out for a cup of coffee, or drop by someone's home to remind them they belong.
We were also overjoyed yesterday to officially welcome our newest church family members: Mike Banks; Matt, Allie, & Scotty Mallett; Ralph & Joanne Boatwright; Sharron Bullard; Courtney Dortch; Riley Brooks; Haley Cockrell; Jackson Sommer; and Bob & Carolyn Turk!

08/30/2026

Welcome all to join together in Worship and celebration today as we hear God's Holy Word, Sing praises to Him, and then celebrate as we welcome new families into the congregation, followed by Dinner on the grounds.

08/24/2026

Monday Morning Recap:

Yesterday we dug into Jeremiah 9, Isaiah 45, and Matthew 16 with a message titled "Standing on the Rock — Knowing the One True King."

We live in a noisy world filled with slick cultural philosophies, curated feeds, and endless opinions about spirituality. But cultural admiration is cheap. It costs nothing to call Jesus a "good teacher" or a "moral voice"—yet partial truth still misses the mark.

In Matthew 16, surrounded by pagan temples and worldly power at Caesarea Philippi, Jesus turned to His disciples with the question that defines human history:

"Who do YOU say that I am?"

Peter’s answer remains the bedrock of our faith: "You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God."

That truth is the rock the church is built on. When our lives are anchored to that confession:

Our identity is secure: We are no longer defined by culture, past mistakes, or shifting trends.

Our mission is active: Gates are defensive structures—Jesus didn't design a bunker church to hide in fear, but an advancing Kingdom that breaks through darkness and despair.

Three ways we live this out this week:

Proclaim Jesus as Lord of All — He is not a private hobby or a gentle lifestyle accessory; He is the reigning King.

Pray Bold Kingdom Prayers — Stop praying safe, polite prayers. Pray for broken chains, healing, boldness, and prodigals coming home.

Lead Community Transformation — Bring radical love, conviction, and generosity into your workplace, school, and neighborhood.

Jesus isn't asking what your friends, your family, or social media think. He is asking you.

Who is Jesus to you today?
Watch the full service here...

Standing on the Rock- Knowing the One True King Jeremiah 9: 23-24;...

08/23/2026

Happy Sunday Morning to one and all - Let us gather and lift up our praises to the Almighty King of Kings and Lord of Lords on this beautiful day that he has made.

08/17/2026

Monday Morning Recap:
Audacious Wisdom & Tenacious Faith

https://www.youtube.com/live/UQOpHAXfnWo?si=G0EtPiho15tbTTE-

If God handed you a blank check and said, "Ask for whatever you want me to give you," where would your mind go?

Yesterday, we looked at Solomon (1 Kings 3:3–9) and the Canaanite woman (Matthew 15:21–28) to see what bold, authentic prayer really looks like. Instead of asking for wealth, power, or personal comfort, Solomon laid down his pride and asked for a discerning heart to serve God’s people. The Canaanite woman, facing silence and barriers, refused to let go until she received Jesus' mercy for her child.

Neither treated God like a cosmic vending machine—they aligned their hearts with what God already desires to give: His wisdom, His mercy, and His kingdom.

Key Takeaways for the Week Ahead:

Trade worldly ambition for divine wisdom: Pray for a heart that wants what God wants, not just for life to go according to our own plans.

Hold fast through resistance: True faith doesn't give up when answers don't come easy; it presses into the boundless grace of Jesus.

Lead the next generation by example: As our youth kicked off their 12-week Confirmation journey, we are reminded that our kids won't learn to seek God in isolation. They need to see a church family actively choosing faith, service, and wisdom over worldly success.

Let’s carry this into our week: Don’t settle for asking for small, self-centered desires. Ask boldly for God’s wisdom, live it out, and clear the path for the next generation to meet Jesus and live for Him and Him alone.

08/16/2026

Looking forward to worshiping our Lord and Savior with each and every one of you this morning.
Don't forget Youth Confirmation starts today at 9:15 am - Please Bring Your Bibles!

08/10/2026

🎒 "What Are You Carrying Into the World?" 🎒

Yesterday was such a special and powerful Sunday at church! As a new school year begins, we gathered to celebrate our students, teachers, administrators, and parents with our annual Blessing of the Backpacks and Bible Presentations.

Thanks to our Children's Ministry team for their missional project to say thank you to our local firefighters and police as the children presented little bags of appreciation to these amazing individuals who serve our community

From backpacks and totes to new Bibles for our 3rd graders and promotion Bibles for our rising youth, we were reminded that while our bags carry books and supplies, God’s Word is meant to carry us!

In our message from Ephesians 4:29–5:2, Pastor challenged us with a vital question: When you step into school, work, or your daily routine, what are you really carrying?

Here are a few takeaway highlights:
✨ Walk in Love: Paul reminds us to "walk in love, just as Christ loved us." Walking takes real-time, daily action—sitting with someone sitting alone, refusing to pass along gossip, and choosing patience on tough days.
✨ Anchored in Identity: To our students stepping into new grades: the world will try to tell you who you are, but God’s Word reminds you that you are a dearly loved child of God.
✨ Our Covenant Promise: As a church family, we commit to surrounding our students, teachers, parents, and school staff with prayer, encouragement, and love all year long!

✝️ A Celebration of New Life! 🌊
To top off an already unforgettable morning, we celebrated a baptism at the end of the service! There is nothing greater than witnessing someone publicly declare their faith and take that next step in their walk with Jesus. We praise God for His continued work in our church family!

Didn't make it yesterday? Drop a comment below with a prayer request or a prayer for the upcoming school year so our church family can lift you up this week! 🙏👇

08/09/2026

Happy Sunday!
Today we have our Blessing of the Backpacks -
Don't forget to bring in your
- backpack
- briefcase
- teacher's bag

We want to take special time today to pray over our students, teachers, and administrators. Letting them all know that they are loved, appreciated, and not alone as they go into this next year of school.

08/06/2026

📱 Big news! Our new church app is officially live!

Whether you’ve been sitting in the same pew for years or you’re checking us out for the first time, getting connected just got easier than ever.

By downloading the Church Connect app today and setting up your profile, you’ll unlock everything happening in our church family right from your phone:

🗓️ Stay in the Loop: View our full online calendar for all upcoming meetings, events, and worship services.

📝 Keep Info Current: Easily update your family’s details whenever life changes.

💛 Simple Giving: Set up secure online giving in just a few taps.

🙏 Prayer Support: Submit prayer requests directly to our team anytime you need support.

🙌 Get Involved: Browse and sign up for service and mission opportunities where you can make a difference.

📺 Watch Live or Catch Up: Jump straight to our YouTube channel to join a live stream or watch past services whenever you want!

Getting started takes less than two minutes, but it opens the door to staying fully connected.

👇 Click the link below to set up your profile and get registered today:

https://open.churchtrac.com?code=VMSX87

We can’t wait to connect with you online! See you in the app! ✨

08/03/2026

You don't want to miss a wonderful event!!! Don't forget that the blessing of the backpacks is also for teacher and administrators bags and briefcases. Bring them in as we pray over the bags and the amazing people they belong to.