FUMC Auburndale

06/17/2026

This week Pastor CJ reflects upon the question: Where do our pets go when they die? And do we see them again?

Please like, comment and share so the conversation can help us all grow.

This week Pastor CJ explores a question related to our beloved pets...

06/16/2026

Coming tomorrow! A short video exploring the question: Where do our pets go when they die? And do we see them again?

If you'd like to read one exploration of this question, consider "The Hope of the Universe", an essay by Scottish theologian and poet George MacDonald (1824-1905) https://www.online-literature.com/george-macdonald/hope-of-the-gospel/12/

06/10/2026

This past Sunday we expressed our love for God by embracing curiosity on "Ask the Pastor Anything Sunday". Today we are launching a weekly series where pastor CJ will reflect on the questions asked both that we didn't get to on Sunday and those that come up in the weeks that follow. We'd love to continue this journey together so please like and comment so we can grow in our love for God together!

(I need to figure out how to get a better thumbnail because I promise that I'm not going to yell at anyone, even though that image makes it look otherwise.)

This is the intro video to our ongoing series of Pastoral reflectio...

05/24/2026

Celebrate Pentecost today by watching this short video about fungi and how this organism empowers and equips a forest to be. Then imagine how this relates to your theology of the Holy Spirit.

Over the past couple decades, research has shown that different spe...

05/19/2026

Love God with your whole mind! Express your doubts, your uncertainty, your questions! You are invited to share a question (or two) that you'd like to have your pastor reflect upon. You can share your question by clicking the link below to a Google form. Pastor CJ will respond to these questions in worship and through our page.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScr3z64Fzka7JjWoKmbErqr-7GnF_YyT0bBiXt3m1aUNC1UXQ/viewform?usp=header

05/18/2026

First United Methodist Church Auburndale is hiring a part-time Administrative Assistant.

This is a key position for the church to help keep the office part of the church running. Candidates must have strong communication, critical-thinking skills, be comfortable with computers, as well as proficient knowledge in office management.

If interested, you may apply by sending your resume to [email protected].

04/20/2026

With 850 of our siblings in Christ tonight. Advocating for Justice in Polk County in the areas of Criminal Justice (second chances for minor offenses), Mental Health services for students in our schools, and care services for our Elders in Polk County.

02/16/2026

Sometimes people are at a loss for how they might observe the season of Lent. Here are some helpful ways to explore your faith in this season of the Christian calendar. Pick one, or be inspired by one and grow deeper in your faith.

10/28/2025