Church News & Events
January is Poverty Awareness Month
“Despite a growing economy and the immense wealth of the United States, many communities, families and individuals continue to struggle with poverty and hunger. Every 33 seconds a baby will be born into poverty. And 13 percent of American households — over 42 million...
Governance Board Meeting
The Simplified Accountable Structure (SAS) Orientation for all Governance Board members is after service on Sunday, January 18, 2026, in the Library. The next meeting of the MFUMC Governance Board is Monday, January 26 at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Reports due...
Lenten Book Study
Lenten Book Study Book: Adam Hamilton's Why Did Jesus Have to Die? The Meaning of the Crucifixion Wednesdays February 18-March 25 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Searchers Classroom Books are here and are $15.00 Contact: Pam Boyd [email protected] [button...
Church Office Closures
The Morrow First UMC Office will be closed for these holidays. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, January 19, 2026 Washington's Birthday Monday, February 16, 2026 Memorial Day Monday, May 25, 2026 Juneteenth Friday, June 19, 2026 Independence Day Saturday, July 4,...
School Supply Drive for Morrow Elementary Teachers
Morrow First UMC is collecting items to support Morrow Elementary School's teachers during flu season. You can drop off Kleenex, Sanitizing Hand Gel, Sanitizing Wipes, until February 15. Please leave items on the table in the hall near the Church Office.
Start 2026 Strong: Ministry Training Events for North Georgia United Methodists
Clergy and laity—we're kicking off 2026 with a series of focused, in-person training events designed to equip leaders across our conference. All North Georgia United Methodists are welcome to attend any training. Launching Church Leaders Webinar - January 22,...
Comfort and Joy Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting and Workshop
The Prayer Shawl Ministry meets and offers a workshop on the fourth Tuesday each month from 4pm-6pm in MFUMC Fellowship Hall. All are welcome: experienced, seasoned, and new to the craft of crocheting and knitting. The next meeting is January 27, 2026. Charlotte...
Reminder to Serve at Calvary
Morrow First UMC has committed to serving dinner at Calvary Refuge Center monthly, on the fourth Sunday. This is a reminder for the teams and families that have signed up (and want) to serve at Calvary Refuge Center. Thank you for your service. The group serving this...
Serve Your District: Apply Now to Be an Annual Conference Lay Member at Large
North Georgia United Methodists are invited to apply to serve as a District Lay Member at Large to the 2026 North Georgia Annual Conference. All five districts (North West, North East, South West, South Central, and South East) have opened a shared application,...
Handmade Prayer Pillow
The Youth have hand made Prayer Pillows. You can have one for a donation to our annual Beach Retreat. See a youth or Erika Sturgies for details.
Found Items
Lost & Found Update! The Lost and Found box is now located in the library. Have you misplaced a coat, a Bible, or a pair of glasses? Check the box to see if your item has been found! Important Note: Precious items such as keys and jewelry are being held securely...
Ukraine Update & Continued Support
Faces of Courage – a very unique exhibition On February 24, 2024, two years after Russian troops invaded Ukraine, a very unique exhibition took place in Cluj-Napoca (Romania). UMCOR AND CWS: CARE AND RESETTLEMENT FOR UKRAINIAN REFUGEES Read full article Not Forgotten...
Life Line Screening Special Offer for our Members
We have great news, Morrow First UMC will be hosting a Life Line Screening event on Friday, January 30,2026. Life Line Screening is the premier provider of stroke and cardiovascular disease risk screenings since 1993. As the host of the event, Life Line Screening is...
Laity Devotionals: Discovering God’s Presence in ‘Sanctuary Spaces’
Over the past year, United Methodists from across Georgia have shared devotionals that helped draw us closer to God and to one another. In this new devotional series, Sanctuary Spaces, we turn our attention to the places where God’s voice becomes clear and our spirits...
Call for Art: “Unto the Least of These…”
The Visuals Team for the 2026 North Georgia Annual Conference invites artists of all ages to help us see Christ more clearly through art. Please encourage the painters, photographers, quilters, and other creative voices in your congregation or ministry to submit...
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Good Shepherd Clinic merger
Excerpt from a letter sent to Morrow First UMC: For 25 years, Good Shepherd Clinic has provided free medical care to thousands of uninsured and low-income residents. Many of our patients would go without treatment if not for the dedication of our staff, volunteers,...
Standing Together in Faith and Support
I pray this message finds you well. At Calvary Refuge Center, we are truly grateful for your ongoing support and the way God continues to provide for our ministry through friends like you. We are at a critical point right now. The needs in our community are greater...
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5985 Jonesboro Rd
Morrow, GA 30260
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