When we hear “the church,” we think of buildings and steeples. But as the old song says, "the church is the people." God chose to build a community of imperfect people to change the world, and FUMCR is committed to being that radically loving and transforming church. During this series, we'll explore how all of us belong and how all of us can all contribute to this special thing we call the church. We love you. We need you. | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson First ...
Aug 11, 2025•20 min
When we hear “the church,” we think of buildings and steeples. But as the old song says, "the church is the people." God chose to build a community of imperfect people to change the world, and FUMCR is committed to being that radically loving and transforming church. During this series, we'll explore how all of us belong and how all of us can all contribute to this special thing we call the church. We love you. We need you. | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson Fir...
Aug 11, 2025•21 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ Stay connected with ...
Aug 04, 2025•21 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Natalie Nenovich | First United Methodist Church of Richardson First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ Stay connected with us: ...
Aug 04, 2025•18 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Pavielle Jenkins | First United Methodist Church of Richardson First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ...
Jul 27, 2025•18 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ Stay connected with us:...
Jul 27, 2025•21 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Scott Luginbill | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jul 20, 2025•25 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jul 20, 2025•20 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jul 15, 2025•18 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Cheryl Bishop | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jul 15, 2025•20 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jul 07, 2025•17 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jun 30, 2025•21 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jun 30, 2025•18 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jun 23, 2025•25 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us!
Jun 23, 2025•20 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jun 16, 2025•28 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jun 16, 2025•20 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jun 09, 2025•26 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jun 09, 2025•16 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jun 02, 2025•20 min
Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Julia Castleman | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Jun 02, 2025•19 min
In this sermon, Pastor Clayton uses John 15:12-17 to highlight how Jesus models friendship for us by modeling commitment over convenience and compassion over competition. Jesus' approach to friendship redefines our capacity for connection, emphasizing Christ-like love and inclusivity in all relationships. Standalone Sermon | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
May 28, 2025•23 min
In this sermon, Pastor Allison uses John 15:12-17 to highlight how Jesus models friendship for us by modeling commitment over convenience and compassion over competition. Jesus' approach to friendship redefines our capacity for connection, emphasizing Christ-like love and inclusivity in all relationships. Standalone Sermon | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
May 28, 2025•21 min
In this sermon, Pastor Clayton highlights the profound importance of community and shared experiences in spiritual growth and healing. He explores the comfort God provides through Scripture, particularly in 2 Corinthians 1:3-7, and how the church, like an aqueduct, channels this divine comfort to others. He emphasizes the transformative power of shared suffering, which fosters shared strength, and the vital role of the Holy Spirit as a comforter who walks alongside believers in their struggles. ...
May 19, 2025•22 min
In this sermon, Pastor Clayton highlights the story of Moses and the courageous actions of three women—Jacobed, Miriam, and Pharaoh’s daughter—emphasizing the courage, faith, and vital contributions of women in scripture and society. May we always celebrate and appreciate the nurturing, leadership, and faith-filled roles of the women (who may be mothers or mother-figures) in our lives. Standalone Sermon | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
May 12, 2025•24 min
In this sermon, Pastor Allison highlights the story of Moses and the courageous actions of three women—Jacobed, Miriam, and Pharaoh’s daughter—emphasizing the courage, faith, and vital contributions of women in scripture and society. May we always celebrate and appreciate the nurturing, leadership, and faith-filled roles of the women (who may be mothers or mother-figures) in our lives. Standalone Sermon | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
May 12, 2025•17 min
Even when we grow weary, we remember that God holds the future, and we celebrate the next generation of Christ-followers who can share his love and good news. Standalone Sermon | Dr. Clayton Oliphint & Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
May 05, 2025•15 min
In this worship service, Pastor Cheryl helps us remember our great commissioning from God and how we choose to live out that mission affects those around us. May you be encouraged to change your life and those around you through love, inclusion and the ongoing effort to engage with your community and share the grace of God with all you meet. Standalone Sermon | Rev. Cheryl Bishop | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Apr 28, 2025•20 min
In this worship service, Pastor Allison helps us remember our great commissioning from God and how we choose to live out that mission affects those around us. May you be encouraged to change your life and those around you through love, inclusion and the ongoing effort to engage with your community and share the grace of God with all you meet. Standalone Sermon | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Apr 28, 2025•19 min
In this special Easter worship service, we’re sitting with one of the biggest questions of faith: "Is resurrection real?" Pastor Clayton shares a thoughtful and hope-filled message about what resurrection means—not just in the Easter story, but in our everyday lives. Please join us for a time of reflection as we explore this powerful mystery together. Wrestling with Doubt | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
Apr 21, 2025•15 min
