The First United Methodist Church of Arroyo Grande Celebrates 125 Years of Ministry
Rock founded, Christ centered, Faith sustained
The First United Methodist Church of Arroyo Grande was chartered on September 18, 1884. In September of 2009 we will celebrate 125 years!
WELCOME! We are so happy that you checked this site and hope you will do so often. As you can see we are busy in preparations for our 125th anniversary in 2009. We are going to use this year of celebrations to rededicate our lives to Christ through a deeper fellowship with members of our congregation and through outreach to the community. Come one, come all to help us celebrate. Join with us - take part - we are a church of open hearts, open minds and open doors.
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History September 18, 1884 FUMCAG was chartered October, 1995 Formation of the Puppet People 1996 Publication of the UMW Cookbook "Heavenly Favorites" June 8, 1997 Youth Sunday, Jesus Christ Superstar April 2, 1999 Tenebrae, a Service of Darkness August 29, 2005 The Children's Center Opening and Dedication April 17-21, 2006 Rebuilding Slidell July 22-31, 2006 Chancel Choir Tours Wesleyan England |
Celebration Events January 11, 2009 125th Celebration Kick-Off Sunday May 31, 2009 Worship at the Tabernacle (UMC Camp in Arroyo Grande) September 19, 2009 125th Anniversary Dinner September 20, 2009 Charter Sunday Other Pastors Through the Years |
If you have pictures and/or stories to add to this history section, please send them to Jamie Foster.
