Showers of Blessing
Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, we had to conclude and close the Showers of Blessings at our facility. Please refer to the Salvation Army: 200 W Cook St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Country Oaks
Contact Carolyn Krantz or Main Office at 805-925-9573
Our once-a-month ministry to the Country Oaks Care Facility consists of a small group of singers sharing the gift of music with the residents. We have hymnals for everyone and sing mostly familiar hymns that residents will know, as well as some songs of the season. It is a blessing to all who participate on the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m.
Our once-a-month ministry to the Country Oaks Care Facility consists of a small group of singers sharing the gift of music with the residents. We have hymnals for everyone and sing mostly familiar hymns that residents will know, as well as some songs of the season. It is a blessing to all who participate on the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m.
Vacation Bible School
Contact Jenny Greenelsh at [email protected], or 805-925-9573
Our children look forward all year long to the four days of Vacation Bible School held at FUMC during the summer. They welcome making friends with other children from the community and neighboring churches. Our rooms and hallways are alive with laughter and joy as the children participate in music, lessons, crafts, discovery projects, dinner, and Bible stories. VBS is the highlight of the year for our volunteers as well as the kids. Our youth are also an integral part of VBS by helping in classrooms, with the craft and discovery projects, and acting out our Bible stories. Vacation Bible School is a wonderful way to present Christ in a fun and engaging way, and something that our church family supports and is completely committed too.
Our children look forward all year long to the four days of Vacation Bible School held at FUMC during the summer. They welcome making friends with other children from the community and neighboring churches. Our rooms and hallways are alive with laughter and joy as the children participate in music, lessons, crafts, discovery projects, dinner, and Bible stories. VBS is the highlight of the year for our volunteers as well as the kids. Our youth are also an integral part of VBS by helping in classrooms, with the craft and discovery projects, and acting out our Bible stories. Vacation Bible School is a wonderful way to present Christ in a fun and engaging way, and something that our church family supports and is completely committed too.
Sunday School
Contact Jenny Greenelsh at [email protected], or 805-925-9573
In Sunday school our children learn from a Bible based curriculum, growing lifelong friendships, playing games, making crafts, and participating in mission projects. Each year the children can attend camp at our local Christian campgrounds and a weeklong Vacation Bible School, as well as participate in children’s choir and our annual Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday.
In Sunday school our children learn from a Bible based curriculum, growing lifelong friendships, playing games, making crafts, and participating in mission projects. Each year the children can attend camp at our local Christian campgrounds and a weeklong Vacation Bible School, as well as participate in children’s choir and our annual Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday.
Youth Group
Contact Jenny Greenelsh at [email protected], or 805-925-9573
Our Youth participate in a weekly Sunday school class where they learn about the fullness of Christian Discipleship and service to others. They have open and frank discussions about their faith and what it means to be followers of Christ. In addition to learning, they play games, enjoy fellowship with each other, and work on mission and service oriented projects.
Our Youth participate in a weekly Sunday school class where they learn about the fullness of Christian Discipleship and service to others. They have open and frank discussions about their faith and what it means to be followers of Christ. In addition to learning, they play games, enjoy fellowship with each other, and work on mission and service oriented projects.
Children's Choir
Contact Carolyn Krantz at 805-925-9573
The Children't Choir has been active for 10 years, under the direction of Carolyn Krantz. Jed Beebe accompanies the choir on the piano. It is open to elementary-aged children. We sing for the 10:30 worship service approximately 6-7 times a year. We follow the school year, usually ending on Mothers' Day. We rehearse on designated Sundays in the Sanctuary, right after the end of the 10:30 service. The rehearsals are brief because the children have a "rehearsal CD" so they can practice the songs at home. They wear white choir robes and look quite angelic!
The Children't Choir has been active for 10 years, under the direction of Carolyn Krantz. Jed Beebe accompanies the choir on the piano. It is open to elementary-aged children. We sing for the 10:30 worship service approximately 6-7 times a year. We follow the school year, usually ending on Mothers' Day. We rehearse on designated Sundays in the Sanctuary, right after the end of the 10:30 service. The rehearsals are brief because the children have a "rehearsal CD" so they can practice the songs at home. They wear white choir robes and look quite angelic!
Sierra Service Project
Contact Jenny Greenelsh at 805-925-9573
One of our greatest goals here at FUMC is to teach our youth that serving Christ involves serving others. Once a year our youth participate in a week long mission trip through Sierra Service Project. The mission statement for SSP is: “Building faith and strengthening communities through service to others.” SSP is an independent, interdenominational Christian nonprofit organization affiliated with the United Methodist Church. They invite junior high and high school age youth to experience the profound power of serving people who have a culture and life experience different from their own. During their mission trip our youth enjoy meeting other young Christians from across the country. They serve in a variety of ways building, repairing, and painting homes. Most importantly during this week, the youth have an opportunity to draw closer to Christ and grow in their faith. We work all year long to help fund our mission trips, and we’re grateful for the
love and support of our church family.
One of our greatest goals here at FUMC is to teach our youth that serving Christ involves serving others. Once a year our youth participate in a week long mission trip through Sierra Service Project. The mission statement for SSP is: “Building faith and strengthening communities through service to others.” SSP is an independent, interdenominational Christian nonprofit organization affiliated with the United Methodist Church. They invite junior high and high school age youth to experience the profound power of serving people who have a culture and life experience different from their own. During their mission trip our youth enjoy meeting other young Christians from across the country. They serve in a variety of ways building, repairing, and painting homes. Most importantly during this week, the youth have an opportunity to draw closer to Christ and grow in their faith. We work all year long to help fund our mission trips, and we’re grateful for the
love and support of our church family.
Camp for Children & Youth
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Contact Jenny Greenelsh at 805-925-9573
Every summer the children and youth at FUMC enjoy the wonderful opportunity of attending Camp Arroyo Grande. The camp is located in the nearby town of Arroyo Grande. This camp features group cabins, a swimming pool, and beautiful park like grounds. |
Chancel Choir
Contact Carolyn Krantz at 805-925-9573
The Classical Service features our organist on the largest pipe organ between Santa Barbara and the Bay Area, a 35 member Chancel Choir, and your favorite hymns from the Christian Tradition. The twist on this service is that we cover many eras in music – one week the choir might sing a piece from Handel, the next a traditional African American Spiritual, the next a brand new arrangement you have never heard before.
The Classical Service features our organist on the largest pipe organ between Santa Barbara and the Bay Area, a 35 member Chancel Choir, and your favorite hymns from the Christian Tradition. The twist on this service is that we cover many eras in music – one week the choir might sing a piece from Handel, the next a traditional African American Spiritual, the next a brand new arrangement you have never heard before.
Sounds of Hope (Filipino) Choir
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Contact Lailah Antonio at 805-925-9573
The Contemporary Service features the Sounds of Hope Choir also known as the Filipino Choir. The choir has been serving FUMC for more than 4 years! They focus mainly on contemporary choral music, but they also bring in some original Filipino choral music. They perform every 4th Sunday of each month. In addition, the Sounds of Hope Choir blesses the church family with a Christmas cantata during the Christmas season! |
