First Washington United Methodist Church Washington, MO

09/10/2026

Ditch Your Cape, Week 1 - Ditch Your Assumptions

In Luke 10:25-29, a lawyer recites Old Testament teachings to Jesus assuming these are the goals of Jewish life. The only problem is…he can’t define “neighbor.” Neighbor might be a fuzzy word for us, too. This week, instead of assuming we know who the “neighbor” is, ditch the old way of reading this parable to be surprised by the neighbor’s true identity.

In Luke 10:25-29, a lawyer recites Old Testament teachings to Jesus...

09/09/2026

The 7th Annual KMA Memorial Golf Tournament will take place Saturday, September 19th at Meramec Lakes Golf Course in St. Clair.

This tournament stands as a tribute to the memory of Kenny Atchison and all proceeds go to support Kenny’s daughter, Cora, as she grows and navigates life without her father.

There are still a few spots available! Click the link below for more information or to register.

Welcome to the KMA Memorial Golf Tournament Website Each year, we come together not only to enjoy a great day on the course, but more importantly, to honor and celebrate the life of Kenny Atchison — a beloved friend, family member, and father. Kenny’s love for life was matched only by his love

09/09/2026

First Washington has the opportunity to help with Harvest Table this Saturday, September 12th and we need volunteers!

Volunteers will need to be at St. Peter's UCC (20 East 5th St, Washington) by 4:15pm to help set-up and serve a free community meal.

Meal is served 5-6pm with clean-up afterwards. Usually, volunteers are done by 6:20pm. This is a very rewarding evening of community service and fellowship with our church family and with our neighbors in need of a free meal and a cool place to eat.

Please contact Deb Warren, 314-484-1199 (text or call) or email at [email protected] if you can help at this local mission or need more information.

Thank you for your consideration to serve!

09/09/2026

Thanks to Downtown Washington, Inc., all who sponsored, donated and participated in this summer’s Foodstock! We are grateful to be able to pay it forward to the community!

09/08/2026

The next Women's Monthly Mingle gathering is next Monday, September 14th at Colton’s in Washington!

Please RSVP to Terri Ritter if you plan to attend. Women's Monthly Mingles are held on the second Monday each month. Dinner begins at 6pm but latecomers are always welcome!

And mark your calendars for these upcoming 2026 gatherings of dinner, fellowship and friendship!

• October 12th - Camilla's Mexican in Pacific
• November 9th - Dahlia's in Union
• December 14th - Christmas caroling will take the place of the meal

09/07/2026

Get ready for a new sermon series beginning September 13th: Ditch Your Cape: Discovering the Real Hero in the Story of the Good Samaritan.

Does following Jesus feel like another program designed to help you become the best possible version of yourself? What if there was a different way? It’s time to ditch the preconceived notion that Jesus was just a self-help guru for the individual and discover a life of purpose that is bigger and more expansive than we could have imagined before.

This three-week sermon series will challenge the participants to embrace an alternative way of approaching the parable of the Good Samaritan. Ultimately, shifting the focus from what we should do to who God is ditches our superhero capes and changes the church’s approach to the mission.

09/07/2026

We will be holding a Men's Fellowship Meal at the church Tuesday, September 22nd at 6pm.

This will be held in the pavilion, or in the sanctuary in the case of inclement weather.

Please RSVP to Jim Dotson.

09/06/2026

This morning's theme was INterruption: An ever-expanding table…

What happens when God disrupts our boundaries? Sometimes the people God welcomes in are the people who change us.

Come On In: The Radical Welcome of God series - 3 of 3Copyrighted...

09/06/2026

First Washington's fun for kids and families continues this Fall! Mark your calendars and plan to join us for these upcoming programs and activities!

09/05/2026

Calling all singers!

Area UMC choir or individual singers are invited to join a choral festival concert on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at Manchester UMC! Featuring internationally recognized composer and pianist Heather Sorenson, this promises to be a beautiful and inspiring musical experience—whether you participate as a singer or attend as a concert guest.

We would love to have you and your singers be part of this memorable event! Participation is free!