CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY EVENTS
Christmas Cookie SocialJoin us on Sunday, December 21, at 9:30 AM
Celebrate the Season with Sweet Fellowship!
Join us for a delightful morning filled with:
Delicious homemade Christmas cookies
Warm beverages
Fellowship and holiday cheer
Let's gather together to share laughter, connect with one another, and enjoy the sweet flavors of the season.
Bring a friend and your favorite cookie recipe to share!
We can't wait to celebrate with you!
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Hosted by First Methodist Church of Goldthwaite Celebrate Our Savior's birth on Wednesday, December 24, at 6:00 PM
"The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us." - John 1:14
The Christmas season is a time to open our hearts and celebrate the joy of Christ's birth. We warmly invite you to experience the hope, peace, and love of Jesus at our Candlelight Christmas Eve Service.
This is a perfect opportunity to:
Share faith with friends and loved ones.
Reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.
Worship together as a community.
We encourage you to bring a friend and share in this special evening.
We can't wait to celebrate the miracle of Christmas with you!
Tuesday, December 16
Nursing Home Visitation - 10:00 am
Wednesday, December 17
Senior Fellowship - 9:00 am
Bell Choir Practice - 5:00 pm
Choir Practice - 6:00 pm
Thursday, December 18
Methodist Men's Breakfast at Mary's - 7:00 am
Sunday, December 21
Nursing Home Service - 9:00 am
Christmas Cookie Social - 9:30 am
Tuesday, December 23
Nursing Home Visitation - 10:00 am
Wednesday, December 24
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED
Christmas Eve Service - 6:00 pm
Thursday, December 25
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED
Friday, December 26
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED
Sunday, December 28
Nursing Home Service - 9:00 am
Fidelis Sunday School - 9:30 am
Open Door Sunday School - 9:30 am
Faith and Friends Sunday School - 9:30 am
Tuesday, December 30
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED
Wednesday, December 31
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED
Please remember to check back regularly to stay informed about these events and join in the wonderful experiences we have in store for you.
(Note: Events are subject to change; please contact the church office for schedule changes.)
Sundays
9:30 am, Sunday School
10:30 am, Morning Worship
Tuesdays
10:00 am, Nursing Home visitation (We meet in FLC)
5:30 pm, Al-Anon Meeting*
Wednesdays
9:00 am, Senior Fellowship*
6:00 pm, Choir Rehearsal*
*Choir Rehearsal
Love to sing? This is an open invitation to anyone who loves to sing. We have a place for you to use your love of singing, and that's in the choir! You don't have to read music, just love to sing. It would be a great time to come and join us. Our rehearsal time is at 6:00 pm every Wednesday in the sanctuary. Hope to see you there!
*Senior Fellowship - Looking for people who enjoy fellowship and food!
We meet on Wednesdays in the Fellowship Hall at 9:00 am and play dominoes or canasta - no experience necessary. We will teach you the basics of these games. Following a short devotional, we enjoy a meal together. This is a nondenominational group and all are welcome.
*Al-Anon Support
Troubled by someone's drinking? Al-Anon is here to help.
We meet on Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Call Rhonda at 648-3101 for more information.
IGNITE YOUTH MINISTRIES
Sundays:
Praise and Worship - 9:00 am - 9:20 am Goldthwaite Health & Rehab
Sunday School - 9:30 am - 10:15 am Upstairs
Morning Worship - 10:30 am Sunday Sanctuary
Wednesdays: (WE WILL RESUME JANUARY 21, 2026)
5:45 - 6:00 pm - Middle School lesson
6:00 - 6:30 pm - dinner
6:30 - 7:00 pm - High School Youth
KIDS' CLUB
Kids Club at First Methodist Church of Goldthwaite
Join us Wednesdays • 3:45 – 5:00 PM (WE WILL RESUME JANUARY 21,2026)
For all kids in Kindergarten through 5th Grade
Every Wednesday afternoon, kids gather for an uplifting time of Bible Study, Crafts, Recreation, and Food — all wrapped in Fellowship, Friendship, and Fun!
Our Kids Club is a wonderful way for children to learn about God's love, make new friends, and enjoy creative activities in a safe and caring environment.
It's Free for All, and Transportation is available.
Bring your friends and come be part of the fun — we can't wait to see you!
We have volunteered for our local jail ministry in the past and have been asked if we would cover this September & October. This ministry is still every Tuesday. The women meet from 6 - 7 pm and the men meet from 8 - 9 pm. We need at least 2 women and 2 men for each session. A few have already volunteered to help, and we need a few more. I will gladly answer your questions and/or meet with you to offer guidance in this needed ministry.
Blessings,
Cindy Lester
512 994-5997
Mills County Jail Ministry Volunteer Guidelines
Thank you for giving life to Matthew 25:36. The following guidelines are meant to promote a safe & peaceful environment for facilitators and offenders during your bible study time.
- Volunteers shall be respectful of the needs and requirements of the Mills County Jail as per our liaison, Brother Stewart Farrell. Stewart is also the jail's Chaplain.
- Bible study activities shall be consistent with sound correctional practices for security & orderly operations. All bible study materials are subject to search at each entry to ensure safety. Security always takes precedence.
- Volunteers shall not form a non-professional, personal, or emotional relationship with an offender.
- Volunteers may correspond with an offender if approved by Mills County Jail.
- Correspondence shall not include:
- Reference personal information such as personal photos, personal relationships, or personal finances.
- Legal and/financial advice.
- Anything that is sexual in nature.
- Reference to other offenders.
- Reference to or include contraband. Contraband is anything not allowed by the jail.
- Reference to inappropriate actions, such as soliciting money.
- Volunteers must use the postal box address of the church they represent as their return address.
- Volunteers shall not give or receive anything from an offender. This includes but is not limited to letters &/or messages (written or verbal) to anyone. As per the jail & Bro. Farrell - Bibles are a gift exception. The Christmas Holidays are also an exception & small gifts are allowed for bible study offenders.
- Cell phones, purses, wallets & pocket knives are not allowed in the jail. You may take your vehicle keys, photo ID, and approved bible study materials into the jail.
- Volunteers shall dress conservatively and responsibly.
- Volunteers shall immediately report an injury to the jail staff on duty.
- Volunteers may not visit offenders during regular visitation unless requested by jail staff.
Help Feed the Hungry
Did you know that during deer season, the Evangelism Food Pantry uses donated deer meat to feed over 100 families per month! There is usually enough meat donated to feed these families each month during the season, plus one additional month. The Mills County Ministerial Association (MA) is inviting hunters to donate the deer that they harvest to feed the hungry.
The field-dressed deer may be brought to:
Wesley Head's Wild Game Processing
East Highway 84, Goldthwaite, TX 76844
325-451-4158
Troubled by someone's drinking? Al-Anon is here to help.
Monday 11:00 a.m. - Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. - Thursdays at noon in the Steen House. Call Rhonda at 648-3101 for more information.
What Are Your Spiritual Gifts?
Are you interested in modern technology? Are you intrigued by new gadgets? Do you love working on computer programs? Then we've got a deal for you! The Technology Team is currently seeking volunteers to help run sound during church and on special occasions. You would not be responsible for running sound every week -- more on a rotating basis. The important thing is we get people trained so that when the holidays' hustle and bustle, busy schedule rolls around, we will have plenty of help to call on if necessary. We will train you to run the soundboard, work on ProPresenter 7 (the program that displays our slides used during worship services), and use the video camera. If you are interested in any or all of these, please contact Laura Wilson at 325-451-4848 to discuss. We would love to have everybody's help!!!
We would like to welcome anyone interested to join our handbell choir.
No musical experience is required. We will teach you what you need to know. There is something extremely satisfying about ringing; as a member of the choir, you are a link in a beautiful musical chain. If you have questions or any interest, please call Ginger Spies at 325-451-4225 or email gingerspies@gmail.com.
At First Methodist Church, we love celebrating the milestones that make life meaningful.
Each birthday reminds us of God’s gift of life, and every anniversary reflects the blessing of love, commitment, and shared journey.
Whether you’re marking another year or celebrating a special union, we rejoice with you.
May God continue to fill your days with joy, peace, and grace.
BIRTHDAYS
Marla Watson - 12/02
Janet Birkner - 12/13
Kirk Edington - 12/17
Avis Wall - 12/25
Jonathan Bartek - 12/30
ANNIVERSARIES
Ken & Peggy Herbort - 12/12
Kent & Jill Shillings - 12/13
Jason & Shelley Williams - 12/17
Clinton and Cynthia Wesson - 12/23
Tommy & Wynona Head - 12/27