Pastor’s Corner Dear Friends in the Faith,I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits. This Sunday, July 21st I will preach my last sermon until mid-November 2024 (3 months away). I am writing to remind you of an important development in my ministry and personal journey. In addition to my ministry with…

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NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW TUESDAY TIDINGS Pastor’s Corner Dear Friends in the Faith,   I hope this message finds you well and filled with the joy and peace that only our Savior can bring. As we continue in the month of July, a time typically associated with summer fun and outdoor activities, I am…

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Independence Day Edition! TUESDAY TIDINGS Pastor’s Corner  Dear First United Methodist Church of Mount Dora,   Greetings to you from Camp Blanding in Starke, Florida. Despite being physically distant for two weeks during my annual summer commitment in the military reserves, my heart and prayers are with each one of you as we continue our…

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! JULY CALENDARS! TUESDAY TIDINGS Pastor’s Corner Dear Friends in the Faith,   Jesus coaxed his disciples to “go across to the other side,” (Mark 4:35). Jesus had to coax me also this past week. I initially did not want to go across to the other side, to the “Leader’s Way” conference at Yale…

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THE NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW TUESDAY TIDINGS Pastor’s Corner He swore an oath in the name of the one who lives forever and ever, who created the heavens and everything in them, the earth and everything in it, and the sea and everything in it. He said, “There will be no more delay.   …

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Pastor’s Corner Dear Family of God,I hope this email finds you well and filled with the Lord’s peace and joy. This Sunday, we have the wonderful opportunity to celebrate Father’s Day, a special occasion to honor and appreciate the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures in our lives. As we gather for worship, we will reflect…

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Special Announcement: Greetings First United Methodist Church, My name is Matthew Hill. You can call me Matt. I serve as your chairperson of the Staff-Parish Relations Team. Staff-Parish Relations oversees personnel matters in the church. I have several updates I want to share with you. First, Jonathan Stoots, Director of Music Ministries, submitted his letter…

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JUNE CALENDARS IN THIS EDITION! TUESDAY TIDINGS Pastor’s Corner Dear Friends in Faith,   I trust this message finds you well and filled with the boundless joy that comes from knowing our Savior, Jesus Christ. As we eagerly anticipate the summer months ahead, I am thrilled to share some exciting news with you.   Mark…

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