Church information for June 3

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First Baptist Church of Wichita Falls: We invite you to join us at any of our services. The Downtown campus, 1200 Ninth Street, will host their Blended Worship with Choir, Praise Team and Orchestra on Sundays at 8:15 a.m. Contemporary Worship is offered at both 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. The West Campus, 4317 Barnett Road, has Contemporary Services at 9:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. each Sunday. The Church at Sheppard, 2101 Puckett, will offer Contemporary Services at 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. Life Groups are available for every age each Sunday. Sunday morning services are broadcast live over CFNT, cable channel 10 or over the air on 20.1 or 24.1 each Sunday at 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. Services are also streamed over our website as well as our Facebook page.

First Christian Church, 3701 Taft Boulevard, 940-692-2282, www.firstchristianwf.com: Sunday morning worship: 8:40 a.m. (chapel) and 10:45 a.m. in the sanctuary or watch the service on our website or YouTube anytime.

When you think of remarkable characters from the Bible, several rise to the top. During June, beginning June 4, we will dive into the stories of ordinary men and women who did extraordinary things for God. Join in the "Good to Great" worship series Sundays at 8:40 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

Wednesday evenings at 5:30 p.m. bring a brown bag supper, enjoy fellowship (along with kid-friendly options for our young friends) at 5:30 p.m., followed at 6 p.m. by a casual service. The Bible is full of lengthy narratives, but it also includes some practical short stories. Join us for one-hit wonders as we look at several of these short stories on Wednesdays at 6 p.m.

Young Ages Preschool 2023-2023 school year registration is now open. New this year — Transitional Kindergarten class. All registrations should be completed online.

First Presbyterian Church, 3601 Taft Blvd.: At worship this Sunday morning, the Rev. Michael Hansen, senior pastor of the church, will begin a two-week sermon series on giving. His sermon this Sunday is titled, “Bible Basics on Giving, Part 1,” and is based upon Psalm 24:1-6.

A picnic for young families will be held on the church playground 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. June 4. This is a time of fellowship before summer activities pull us in different directions. A meat dish will be provided. Participants should bring their lawn chairs and a side dish.

The church’s student ministry invites all rising sixth graders to experience youth group at the church during a series of events over the course of the summer. The first event will be Wednesday at the church. Those interested should reach out to the Rev. Michael Morris with questions at michael@myfirstpres.org or the church office.

The church’s kids ministry will hold a series of “Kids Wisdom Weavers.” These are a series of sessions about crafting and conversations about who God made us to be as image-bearers in Christ. Students who have completed kindergarten up to fifth grade are invited to attend the Kids Angler’s Club to be held on multiple dates.

The first event will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. June 12 at a “fishing hole” in Wichita Falls or the surrounding area. Jesus said to be fishers of men. With these events, kids are learning about putting out lines and nets for fish and friends alike. Those interested should RSVP through the church office or on the church website, myfirstpres.org.

The Deacon Acts ministry is available for visits, support and care for the homebound, assisted living and healthcare covenant partners and friends of the church. If there is a need that a church deacon can help you with (or you know of someone who would be encouraged by an act of the deacons), please contact the church office.

Christian education is available for all ages every Sunday morning at the church 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. All those in need of prayer or pastoral care are invited to contact the church office.

First United Methodist Church of Iowa Park, 201 E. Bank: Come worship with us at 9 a.m. Sundays. Social distancing and safety precautions are observed. Currently we still are not having fellowship or Sunday school events.

First United Methodist Church of Wichita Falls, 909 10th Street: Worship Sundays at 10:30 a.m. at 909 10th Street or live on TV-KJBO and online at www.FUMCWF.org/LIVE.

Floral Heights United Methodist Church, 2214 10th Street: June 4  — Trinity Sunday, 7:45 a.m. Breakfast @ the Heights, 9 a.m. Sunday school, 10:10 a.m. worship in the sanctuary with communion and Facebook Live.

Community lunches 11:30 – 12:30 pm Tuesday. On Wednesday, Bible study 9 a.m. and chancel choir rehearsal 6 p.m. On Thursday, 6:30 a.m. men's Bible study; 9:30 a.m. women's Bible study; and 11:30 to 12:30 p.m. community lunches.

Gilbert Memorial C.M.E Church, 713 Redwood Avenue, Phone: 940-500-4548: Come worship with us. Sunday School starts at 10 a.m. and Morning Worship at 11 a.m. Social distancing and safety precautions are observed. If you are unable to attend in person, services are available by phone: 346-248-7799. Meeting ID: 863-2539-6006# Zoom: 863-2539-6006. Bible Study first and third Wednesday at 7 p.m. via phone and Zoom( use listed numbers).

Mount Pleasant Baptist Church: All members are asked to use the Harding Street entrance and wear a face mask. If you can't make the service, the deacons will be available on the Bailey Street side of the church 30 minutes after service if you would like to contribute to the tithes, offering and receive the Lord's Supper. Sunday afternoon on Facebook, Pastor Castle will have Pulpit Echoes and a prayer. You may also use the Givelify app. If you have any questions, you may email mountpleasantbcwf@gmail.com.

New Jerusalem Baptist Church, 1420 Borton Lane: New Jerusalem offers meals for shut-ins, food distribution through the Wichita Falls Area Food Bank Mobile Pantry, clothing and health checks on the fourth Saturday of every month from 9 a.m. to noon. Please contact the Rev. Angus Thompson, church pastor, at 940-766-4022 with questions. For more information about immunizations, contact Mary Ann Merriex at 940-322-5728.

St. Benedict Orthodox Church: Latin Mass — the Extraordinary Mass in Gregorian Chant. Beginning June 6, every Tuesday at 11 a.m. Contact Fr. Peter Kavanaugh if you have any questions: 940-692-3392. St. Benedict Orthodox Church-One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic.Trinity United Methodist Church: 5800 SW Parkway, (across from Memorial Stadium): All are welcome! Worship with us Sunday morning: Sunday School for all ages begins at 9 a.m. Morning Worship in person at 10 a.m. or live on FB facebook.com/trinitywf/ Trinity UMC Food Pantry is available on the third Monday of each month from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Please bring a photo ID and proof of residence. Call 940-692-9995 for more information.

Wichita Falls Metropolitan Community Church, 1401 Travis (at 14th Street): As always, all are welcome. Visit us Sundays: 10:15 a.m. for study, 11 a.m. for adoration services . . . just late enough to get to sleep in! Casual comfort to finer dress embraced; no-negative-judgment zone. We mask up, check temperatures, sanitize in and out, social distance and care for our neighbors' health. Ours is a safe and affirming environment. We are also LGBTQ+ affirming. Children and youth welcome and included in service. Nursery available. Networking and lunch connections following (dutch treat). 1401 Travis Street. 940-322-4100, wfmccav@gmail.com, Join online at https://bit.ly/WFMCCWorship.

This article originally appeared on Wichita Falls Times Record News: Church information for June 3