Faith United Methodist Church

08/23/2026

08/17/2026

Matthew 15 verses 21-28

08/12/2026

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It's OFFICIAL! The Keynote Speaker for this year's Recovery Month event is Dr. Jenn Carson. Join us on September 10th, 2026 from 6pm-8pm for an amazing evening of recovery!

Dr. Jenn Carson has been featured on the Today Show, CNN, BBC, NPR, Fox News, and in People magazine for sharing her powerful story of resilience, trauma, and recovery. A behavioral health educator, Jenn earned her bachelor's degree from Baylor University, a master's degree in Counseling from George Washington University, and a Doctor of Social Work from California Baptist University. She is a former crisis line manager, school counselor, Elizabeth Dole Foundation Veteran Caregiver Fellow, former board member of the American Association of Suicidology, and a certified Mental Health First Aid and ASIST (Applied Su***de Intervention Skills Training) instructor. From ages five to eight, Jenn lived in hiding with her mother after fleeing her violent father, Michael "Bear" Carson, who was later convicted of multiple serial murders. Today, she openly shares her lived experience with PTSD, depression, and recovery from disordered eating, along with her journey from a suicidal child to a nationally recognized mental health advocate. Through both her professional expertise and personal experience, Jenn inspires audiences with a message of hope, reminding them that recovery is possible, resilience can be cultivated, and our past does not define our future.

Selected Media Appearances

People magazine feature: A Woman Had Happy Childhood Memories of Her 'Loving' Dad. Then She Found Out He Was a Serial Killer https://people.com/crime/jenn-carson-daughter-serial-killer-speaks-out/

08/09/2026

Due to the heat- church in the park will be held INSIDE at Wesley Church in Parsons at 11.

08/09/2026

Tomorrow, 8/9 Church meets at Forest Park at 11. Lunch provided afterwards.

08/08/2026

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08/04/2026

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"Sweet Hour of Prayer" (number 496 in The United Methodist Hymnal") reflects on the refreshment offered in a personal connection with God--here presented through personal prayer time.

"In seasons of distress and grief;
My soul has often found relief,
And oft escaped the tempter’s snare
By thy return, sweet hour of prayer!"

Is there a specific time in which you are most likely to be in prayer? When do you pray throughout your day?

08/02/2026

What are You Being Fed?