First United Methodist Church Lafayette, La

05/31/2026

This week is Trinity Sunday - it really is a mystery! How can God be 1 and 3 at the same time, and what does that mean for us? See if you can spot Father Son & Holy Spirit in the chosen scriptures!

This week’s message will be given by Rev. Dick Hooton. “In the Beginning, God” will be based on these scriptures: Genesis 1: 1-5, 24-27 and Romans 8: 26-39.

First United Methodist Church in Lafayette, Louisiana

05/28/2026

Our God is a God of creation and a God of love. From the time of creation to this day, God meets us in every part of our lives. There is nothing that can separate us from the love of God.
This week’s message will be given by Rev. Dick Hooton. “In the Beginning, God” will be based on these scriptures: Genesis 1: 1-5, 24-27 and Romans 8: 26-39.
This week is Trinity Sunday - it really is a mystery! How can God be 1 and 3 at the same time, and what does that mean for us? See if you can spot Father Son & Holy Spirit in the chosen scriptures!

05/24/2026

This week, Rev. Katrena unpacks what happened during Pentecost and how it ties into our mission as the Church today. Pentecost is not just an historic event; it sits at the very roots of who we are and who we are called to be.

Scripture: Acts2: 1-21
Sermon: About Pentecost: A Fiery

First United Methodist Church in Lafayette, Louisiana

05/20/2026

This week, Rev. Katrena unpacks what happened during Pentecost and how it ties into our mission as the Church today. Pentecost is not just an historic event; it sits at the very roots of who we are and who we are called to be.

05/17/2026

This Sunday is Ascension Sunday. “In the Waiting Room” is the title of Rev. Hooton’s message this week.
Scriptures: Acts 1:1-11 and Isaiah 40:1-8, 21-31.
Join us for worship at 11:00 AM as we wait to feel God’s presence.

First United Methodist Church in Lafayette, Louisiana

05/13/2026

During the 40 days following Jesus’ death, he appeared to his disciples and talked with them about the Kingdom of God. He gave them instructions to wait in Jerusalem for the gift that was promised by God. According to Webster’s dictionary, to wait is to remain inactive, stay in place, or pause in expectation of a specific event, person , or turn, typically until something happens. How do you handle waiting?
This Sunday is Ascension Sunday. “In the Waiting Room” is the title of Rev. Hooton’s message this week. The scriptural basis for the sermon will be Acts 1:1-11 and Isaiah 40:1-8, 21-31. Join us for worship at 11:00 AM as we wait to feel God’s presence.

05/10/2026

Won’t you join us

05/10/2026

Someone to Watch Over Me
In salvation history, there have always been mothers whom God guided through trials, faith struggles, good times and times of difficulty with cultural challenges. He helped them make a difference in the lives of their families. Today they are still a source of strength as we study their personal stories.

Sermon: “Someone to Watch Over Us.”

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2: 1-10 and John 14: 15-21.

First United Methodist Church in Lafayette, Louisiana

05/10/2026

What mother-figure in your life has blessed you with food, comfort, and smiles?

05/09/2026

Join us Sunday and discover our heartbeat