First United Methodist Church, Lancaster PA

Praising God for His provision in May!
✨ 4,184 meals served
✨ 328 showers provided
✨ 100+ loads of laundry completed

Every meal, every shower, every clean shirt is a reminder of God’s love in action.

Our case management team continues to walk with our neighbors through real‑life challenges, offering guidance, resources, and hope.

Thank you to those who served alongside Anchor Lancaster, through volunteering, donating and praying.

🌐 Exciting News! Our New Church Website Is Live! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new church website! Whether you’re a longtime member, a first-time visitor, or simply looking to learn more about our church family, our new online home has been designed with you in mind.

On our website, you can:
✅ Learn about our ministries and programs
✅ Watch sermons and access resources
✅ Stay updated on upcoming events
✅ Find information about worship services
✅ Connect with our church community
✅ Give online safely and securely

We invite you to explore the site, discover new ways to connect, and share it with friends and family.

📱 Visit us today: www.engagegodfirst.org

As we continue to grow together in faith, we pray this new resource helps us better serve our congregation and community.

“Let the favor of the Lord our God be upon us, and establish the work of our hands.” — Psalm 90:17

Join us tomorrow in the sanctuary or online as we celebrate one combined worship service at 10:00 AM. This will be a meaningful time for our whole congregation to come together in unity, prayer, and praise led by our confirmation group.

Following the service, we will share a breakfast together, offering a wonderful opportunity for fellowship and connection around the table.

Blessings.

Today, we honor the lives of those who gave everything in service to our nation. We remember their sacrifice with gratitude.

“No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” — John 15:13 CEB

Prayer written by Ken Carter

God of life and peace,

Today we remember the faithfully departed veterans who loved the cause of freedom and sacrificed their lives for this purpose; through Jesus Christ our risen Savior, may they know the peace and joy of your eternal kingdom.

We pray for families who have lost loved ones in military service, who share in this sacrifice, who continue to grieve. We thank military chaplains, who extend the ministry of the church with these families.

And as we remember, may we have the courage to discern the justice and necessity of war, for only then will we honor the sacred worth of those who serve, and indeed the image of God that is in every person across this world that you have created.

On this day, you do not leave us comfortless; you have given us your Holy Spirit. May we know the peace that surpasses understanding, and may we advocate for the increase of peace, and the end of violence.

Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

A recap of all that happened this week at Annual Conference:

2026 EPA Annual Conference Wrap Up We invite you to check out the 2026 EPA Annual Conference Wrap-Up Video! Relive the highlights, the powerful moments, and the inspiring messages. Click above to watch the full video and download it to share with your church this Sunday.