First United Methodist Church Texarkana, AR

06/07/2026

Please join us in welcoming Mr. Kris Marshall to the First United Methodist Church family by transfer of membership!

We are excited and thankful that Kris has officially become a part of FUMC Texarkana. His dedication is evident as he faithfully makes the drive from Hope to worship and be involved in the life of our church.

Originally from the great state of Nebraska, Kris spent his career in truck driving.

We are grateful that God has led Kris to our church family and look forward to growing in faith together. Be sure to introduce yourself and extend a warm FUMC welcome the next time you see him!

Welcome home, Kris! ❤️✝️

06/07/2026

Faith of our Fathers

Second Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday June 7, 2026

06/07/2026

06/06/2026

Whitney Ribble joined the FUMC Summer Photo Challenge and help encourage one another through the season! Will you join the challenge also?

Whitney shares... "Conner and I just visited NYC at the end of May for our 10 year wedding anniversary. I am including a photo of the New York Stock Exchange for the challenge and a picture for fun of me in front of America’s oldest United Methodist Church."

Join the FUMC Summer Photo Challenge and help encourage one another through the season!

Each week we'll share a new photo theme. Take a picture that matches the theme. Use the QR code below to send it to Bro. Jaimie or send it to [email protected]. Selected photos will be shared on the FUMC page so our church family can enjoy the creativity, beauty, and joy found all around us,
Whether vou're at home, on vacation, serving others, enjoying God's creation, or spending time with family and friends, there's a photo waiting to be captured!

Watch for the challenge theme and get your camera ready. Let's have fun, celebrate our faith, and make memories together this summer.

06/06/2026

"Visit the FUMC Art Wall to see our own Debbie Nicholas beautiful paintings." Debbie is the currentbfeatured artist.

From the Heart: The Artistic Journey of Debbie Nicholas

Local artist and educator Debbie Nicholas has been creating art for as long as she can remember. Her artistic journey began at the home of her beloved Mamaw, Esther Lee Watson, where a young Debbie first picked up a pencil. Before long, she progressed to paint-by-number kits and discovered a lifelong passion for creativity.

One of the treasures featured in her current exhibit is an early painting titled Still Life, completed when Debbie was only three years old. Her Mamaw wisely preserved the artwork, recognizing even then the budding talent of her granddaughter. Debbie recalls carefully applying paint in thin layers so that every drop could be saved and reused in her sketchbook—an old telephone book that served as her first art journal.

Growing up in Texarkana, Debbie often found herself breaking barriers. While attending College Hill Junior High, she was frequently the only female student in her art classes. She later studied under respected art educator Jo Morgan at Arkansas High School and participated in an Explorer Scout troop focused on art, where visiting artists shared techniques and inspiration.

After graduating from high school in 1976, Debbie began her college studies at Texarkana College under the guidance of Mary Long and Ralph Caver. Although she initially transferred to Southern Arkansas University as an accounting major, her love for art ultimately led her back to the classroom as an art educator. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Education in Art and later continued her studies at Texas A&M University–Texarkana and Henderson State University, receiving a Master of Science in Instruction and Art.

Throughout her career, Debbie taught art and mathematics and coached a variety of sports, positively influencing countless students. Even after retiring in 2020, she has remained active in education, teaching art appreciation courses at UAHT and Texarkana College.

Today, Debbie continues to share her passion for the arts as owner of Gallery 1894, where her work and dedication to creativity inspire new generations of artists. Her exhibit, From the Heart, reflects a lifetime of learning, teaching, and creating—a testament to the enduring power of art and the importance of nurturing talent from an early age.

06/05/2026

🌿🐾 Fuel Our Rainforest Falls VBS Crew! 🦜🌿

FUMC Bible School is just around the corner, and we're looking for a few helping hands to keep our amazing volunteers energized throughout the week!

We're collecting snacks, drinks, and other goodies to encourage the dedicated crew members who will be helping our children experience an exciting Rainforest Falls adventure.

If you'd like to donate or learn more about how you can help, please contact Deidra Bennett.

Thank you for supporting our volunteers as they share God's love with the children of our community. Together, we're making VBS a wonderful and memorable experience!

Every donation helps keep our team fueled and ready for the adventure!

🌿🦜🐾

06/04/2026

🇺🇸 You're Invited to a Star-Spangled Celebration Lunch! 🇺🇸

Join us on Sunday, June 28, immediately following worship in the Cabe Fellowship Center, as we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the founding of our Nation!

Reservations are required since the meal is being catered.

Cost: $10.00 per person

📞 Reserve your spot by calling the church office during the week or by completing a reservation form on Sunday.

🍔 Celebration Lunch Menu:

Hamburgers with all the trimmings
Homemade Potato Chips
Baked Beans
Salad Bar (for those who prefer something other than hamburgers)

Want to Join the Fun and Help?

There are several ways you can be part of making this celebration extra special!

🎆 Become a Table Host or Hostess...
Help transform the fellowship hall into a patriotic showcase! We need volunteers to decorate one or two tables in a fun Americana, patriotic, or historical theme. At least 12 tables are available, so gather your creativity and let freedom ring!

🥧 Share a Homemade Dessert
Nothing says celebration like homemade sweets! Bring your favorite pie, cake, cookies, cobbler, or other dessert to contribute to our All-American Dessert Bar. We can't wait to sample the delicious creations of our church family.

🍽️ Lend a Helping Hand
Volunteers are needed to help serve the meal, keep things running smoothly, and assist in the kitchen. Many hands make light work and add to the fellowship! To help call the church office or see Bro. Jaimie

🇺🇸 Come celebrate our nation's 250th birthday with great food, wonderful fellowship, patriotic decorations, and plenty of sweet treats. We look forward to sharing this special day with you! 🇺🇸

06/03/2026

Rochelle Gray joined the FUMC Summer Photo Challenge and help encourage one another through the season! Will you join the challenge also?

"In 1886, the people of France gifted the Statue of Liberty to the United States as a symbol of liberty, friendship, and the shared hope that all people are created with God-given dignity and rights. Three years later, in 1889, Americans presented this smaller replica of the Statue of Liberty to France as a gesture of gratitude and enduring friendship.
Together, these gifts remind us that freedom is both a blessing and a responsibility. Rooted in the faith of our fathers, true liberty flourishes when hearts are guided by faith, virtue, and trust in God. As the light of Liberty shines across the seas, it calls each generation to cherish freedom, defend human dignity, and live according to the timeless truths that make a people truly free." Rochelle Gray

Join the FUMC Summer Photo Challenge and help encourage one another through the season!
Each week we'll share a new photo theme. Take a picture that matches the theme. Use the QR code below to send it to Bro. Jaimie or send it to [email protected]. Selected photos will be shared on the FUMC page so our church family can enjoy the creativity, beauty, and joy found all around us,
Whether vou're at home, on vacation, serving others, enjoying God's creation, or spending time with family and friends, there's a photo waiting to be captured!

Watch for the challenge theme and get your camera ready. Let's have fun, celebrate our faith, and make memories together this summer.

06/02/2026

Rainforest Falls Vacation Bible School Workdays are announced!