Taking the Bible Seriously, Not Literally Even in the 21st Century, many people think that believing unbelievable things is a prerequisite to being a follower of Jesus. Outdated myths like the Virgin Birth and a literal six-day creation have become a barrier to thinking people taking the Bible seriously. The reality is that seminaries have…
Parents! How about we wear your kids out with fun while you do that last minute shopping? CLICK HERE: sockpuppetparty.eventbright.com Still looking for time to do that last minute shopping? Then drop your kids off from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, December 23rd for a super-fun Sock Puppet Party! Your kids (7 year old+) will…
On Tuesday, Dec. 5th, a Special Church Conference approved, by unanimous consent, plans to proceed with the building of The Fountains new Connection Center. “I move that the Building Team of The Fountains, in cooperation with and supervised by the Church Council and Trustees, be authorized to proceed with the construction of a new Connection…
You’re invited to a very special gathering in the life of The Fountains. Our Building Team will be updating us on their progress in the task you’ve set before them: planning for the building of our new Connection Center. This update will include: • Floor Plan and detailed drawings • Samples of materials, surfaces, and…
When a meal is shared in a casual atmosphere around a dinner table at home, a genuine connection is made. Connecting with others through open dialogue and discovering commonalities as well as differences in faiths’ can lead to mutual respect and understanding, support, and lasting relationships. Join us in learning about one another’s faith traditions by…
Most people don’t know that the titles many Christians associate with Jesus are actually titles for Caesar Augustus, plagiarized by Christians: Divine, Son of God, God from God, Lord, Redeemer, Liberator, and Savior of the World. All Caesar. Early on, Jesus followers adapted them for their own – thus emphasizing the political conflict between empires:…
The Planned Giving Information Form is now available online. This Form provides information regarding members’ intent to give to the church through estate planning, wills, life insurance policies and all forms of planned giving. Please go HERE to access the form. It can be printed and returned to the church office when completed.
New Journey Lutheran, The Fountains United Methodist, and ONE Community are hosting a conversation with people who are transgender and their family members at New Journey Lutheran on Sunday, November 12 at 2 p.m. This event has been a year in the planning and was prompted by letters to the editor in The Fountain Hills…
It’s official! We have a remodeling permit for the church kitchen and nursery! As you know, the Building Team has been hard at work developing plans for our new “Connection Center” and are very near to being able to make a presentation to the congregation. In the meantime, we’re moving ahead with the first step…
Looking for a practical and immediate way to help folks in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey? Our Mission Moment on Sunday will be about UMCOR’s collection of FLOOD BUCKETS. Ace Hardware has already donated 20 buckets to get us started! The Fountains is asking folks to help collect the individual contents (or $65 cash/check to…