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First United Methodist Church of West Dundee

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First United Methodist Church of West Dundee

Since 1835, We welcome all no matter where you are in your faith. Our church serves many in our area. Our choir rehearses Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm.

We are a small congregation of the Northern Illinois Conference of The United Methodist Church, committed to the Mission; "We are the body of Christ making disciples by loving God and serving one another." We meet for adult study at 8:45 am Sunday, gathering to worship at 10:00 during which children are excused to Sunday School. We have weekly Bible Studies that meet each Thursday Evening, a praye

r group that meets Tuesday mornings, and our UMW meet for breakfast at 8:00 am the second Sunday of non summer months, as do the Men's Group. We have several mission projects to help our community and world.

04/16/2026

Help us with these Mission Opportunities!!

Bibles in good condition – Midwest Missions

There is a need for over 1500 Bibles to send to Jamacia via Midwest Missions. Please

bring your Bibles to church by May 3, 2026.

We know many individuals and churches have Bibles sitting on shelves that are no

longer used but are still in great shape. If you are willing to donate a Bible you no longer

use, you can help place God’s Word directly into the hands of someone who deeply

needs it.

In 2023, while visiting Food for The Poor in Jamaica, we had the opportunity to visit a

prison that receives Midwest Mission supplies through their ministry efforts. They care

deeply about the men and women they serve — recognizing that while physical needs

matter, spiritual needs matter even more.

This is a nice way to review your bookshelves at home and find the Bible that could find

a new home.

Baby and Toddler Items – Kids Above All

Annual Diaper Drive for Babies and toddlers in foster care in Illinois.

2026& #39;s MOST NEEDED ITEMS:

Diapers size 4, 5, and 6

Pull Ups sizes 3T and 4T

Baby Wipes

Diaper Rash Cream

Other excellent conditions like new items welcomed. Drop off items by May 10, 2026

BINGO – Prizes for residents at The Pearl

The Pearl in Elgin cares for many with limited funds and family to help with day-to-day

care items, snacks, large print puzzle books, lounge pants for both men and women.

The care team organizes BINGO games and when a BINGO “is shouted” out the

individual gets to select an item such as lotion, or snack cakes for their prize. We would

like to gather some prizes for The Pearl residents. Please bring items by May 10, 2026.

Suggested Items but you may have other ideas:

- Fragrant Free Lotion

- Shampoo

- Conditioner

- Toothpaste and toothbrush

- Shaving cream and razors

- Sweater

- Zipper pulls up jacket.

- Jogging /lounge pants

- Large print reading books

- Large print puzzle books, sudoku, word find, cross word etc.

- Snacks (nuts, snack bars, individual cakes etc.)

- Pull on sleeper socks.

Signup genius link to help people have list on their device can be shared with friends

and family

02/06/2026

🍫✨ A Sweet Lenten Series ✨🍫

This Lent, join us for a meaningful (and delicious!) journey of faith, film, and fellowship. We’ll be exploring themes of grace, community, and transformation through the movie Chocolat — along with a fun chocolate fantasy to delight the senses.

Come for the chocolate, stay for the conversation! All are welcome for thoughtful discussion and warm fellowship.

🕠 5:30 PM
📅 The first 4 Sundays in March

We’d love to see you there! 🍫🤎

12/12/2025

The FUMC Christmas Poinsettia order form is now on our website—and linked right in this post! Lets brighten the sanctuary with gorgeous poinsettias purchased through Larkin Floral, a wonderful local business in West Dundee.

Please place your order by Monday, December 15, and submit payment to the church office by December 31. Let’s fill the sanctuary with color!🌺

https://fumcwd.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/FUMC-2025-pointsettia-order-form-1.pdf

11/18/2025

We filled a minivan with food for the FISH Food Pantry in Carpentersville! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who donated so generously. Because of you, 338 pounds of food were delivered along with a $400 check to support their work.

FISH is bustling, and it’s clear the need is great — thank you for being a community of compassion and for helping us make a real difference! ❤️

09/11/2025

"As people committed to love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously, may we engage these messages and embody them in how we care for one another." — The United Methodist Church

08/02/2025

We are grateful to exceed our goal of bikes collected! 35 in total will be refurbished and bring joy to others. We are blessed to be able to help God’s world. Thank you to all that participated.

07/15/2025

We’re excited to be part of our community once again—and we need your help to make a difference! There are several ways you can get involved:

1. Donate a Bike
Do you have a bike you’re no longer using? Any condition is welcome! Ask friends, check garage sales, or keep an eye out for curbside freebies. These will be repaired and passed along to bring joy to someone who will love riding them.

2. Donate Musical Instruments
This year we’re also collecting gently used or unused musical instruments. These will be repaired and passed along to bring joy to someone who will love playing them.

Bikes and instruments can be dropped off in the church garage.

3. Volunteer at Our Booth
Join us Thursday, July 18 at the park anytime between 3:00 and 6:30 p.m. Sit at our booth, bring a chair and water bottle, and help greet neighbors who stop by to say hello.

Even a small amount of your time can make a big difference!

Please let us know how you’d like to help.

07/05/2025

Rocky Point Lighthouse VBS 2025: Shining God’s Light Together!

On June 26th and 27th, 2025, from 6:00–8:00 p.m., our church came alive with joy, laughter, and the glowing spirit of God’s love during our 2025 Vacation Bible School: Rocky Point Lighthouse program. After a 10-year break, VBS made a powerful and heartfelt return—thanks to the dedicated efforts of our team and community.

With 20 incredible adult and teen volunteers and 16 enthusiastic children, the two-day event focused on one powerful message: Shine God’s Light wherever you go. Through Bible truths, music, movement, crafts, and teamwork, children learned how God can guide us in every moment—whether we’re feeling sad, worried, anxious, or just need a little help.

A very special guest, Lightman, joined us throughout the program, reminding everyone to be a beacon of God’s light to the world around them.

Each evening was filled with energy and inspiration. Our opening and closing times featured joyful worship where the children sang “This Little Light of Mine” and a beautiful version of “Amazing Grace.” From there, kids traveled in small crews to three exciting “ports” of discovery:

🕯️ Bible Adventures: Kids were blindfolded to experience a powerful, hands-on story that reminded them how God leads us even when we can’t see what’s ahead.
⚽ Games: Outside fun brought kids together as they worked as a team in splash ball games, parachute play, and a hoop challenge—learning that shining God’s light also means lifting one another up.
🎨 Crafts: Creativity blossomed as each child made a lighthouse to take home and planted a real seed—a living reminder to grow and spread God’s love wherever they go.

This unforgettable experience would not have been possible without the heart and help of so many. We extend a huge thank-you to all our volunteers, families, and especially to our fearless leaders, Amanda Tracy and Laura Suskin, who worked tirelessly to bring VBS back to life. Your vision and dedication helped ignite a spark that will shine far beyond this summer.
We are already looking forward to next year’s VBS and all the light that’s still to come!

Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. – Matthew 5:16 🌟

03/18/2025

This Lent, we invite you to participate in our Brown Bag Mission by collecting 40 essential items—one for each day of Lent. Suggested donations include toothpaste, toothbrushes, non-perishable food, paper cups, plates, toilet paper, baby wipes, diapers, lotion, and other necessities. Please drop off your items in the bins in the church office by Palm Sunday. Thank you! 🥰

02/28/2025

As we begin the season of Lent, you are invited to a meaningful Ash Wednesday worship service on March 5 at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church of West Dundee. This is a time to reflect, pray, and prepare our hearts for the journey toward Easter. All are welcome—come as you are and join in this sacred time of worship. We hope to see you there!

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318 W. Main Street
West Dundee, IL
60118

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 12pm
Tuesday	9am - 12pm
Wednesday	9am - 12pm
Thursday	9am - 12pm
Friday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+18474262113

Website

http://www.fumcwd.org/

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