WHAT'S HAPPENING AT FIRST MENNONITE?

  • pastor appreciation month

    October is Pastor Appreciation Month! Let’s thank our wonderful pastoral staff by showering them with cards, gift cards, notes of encouragement, or anything else you would like to do to thank them for all they do to bless our congregation! You may even want to give a Bible in a pastor’s honor through Gideons International. Cards and gift cards may be dropped off in the Spiritual Guidance Cabinet mailbox by the church office. The cards will be divided up by the SGC and distributed to the staff.

  • handel's messiah rehearsals

    Rehearsals for Handel’s Messiah begin this Tuesday, October 7, at 7:00 p. m., and will continue weekly through Tuesday, December 2. A final rehearsal is on Friday, December 5, and the performances are Saturday, December 6, at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 7, at 3:00 p.m. All singers are invited to participate.




  • Community Grief support class

    “Journeying through Grief” is a grief support class to help and encourage those on their grief journey. We will be discussing helpful ways to make it through special occasions and also the holidays that are coming up. We will also look at the four seasons of grief, as well as road blocks and detours one might experience along the way. The eight-week class will begin Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 7:00 p.m. in Room 2 in the lower level. The class will be led by Marcia & Jamie Cressman.  



  • Triumphant quartet in concert

    First Mennonite Church invites you to join us to worship with the acclaimed gospel quartet, Triumphant, from Tennessee. The free concert will be held on Sunday, October 26, 2025 in the church sanctuary. A free-will offering will be taken.





  • bible quizzing

    Calling all 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th graders—Junior Quizzing is about to start! This year we will be studying the book of James. Come to learn and memorize God’s Word, build friendships, and have lots of fun! Please sign up in the patio. If you have any questions, please contact Jenny Dubach at (260) 849-2342.




  • Join us Wednesday evenings

    Don't miss the opportunity to fellowship and grow with our church family. Take a look at the schedule below. You will find something for everyone!
    • 5:45-6:30 p.m. Fellowship Meal in the patio
    • 6:10 p.m. JAM rehearsal (Room 7)
    • 6:10 p.m. Mennonotes (Choir Room) 
    • 7:00 p.m. Ages 0-3: Nursery
    • 7:00 p.m. Ages 4-K: Room at the bottom of the ramp
    • 7:00 p.m. Grades 1-5: Family Life Center
    • 7:00 p.m. Youth: Youth Room (opens at 6:30 p.m.) 
    • 7:00 p.m. Bible Study in the Chapel
    • 7:00 p.m. Band of Brothers (Room 13) 
    • 7:00 p.m. She Shares Women’s Group (Room 15) 
    • 7:00 p.m. Young Women's Small Group (Room 15)
    • 7:00 p.m. Exploring the Gift of Evangelism (Room 16)
    • 7:00 p.m. Journeying through Grief - Marcia & Jamie Cressman (Room 2)
    • 7:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry, Women’s Ministries, and Quilting (Quilting and Craft rooms)
    • 8:15 p.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal (choir loft of the sanctuary)


  • children's ministry news

    CHILDREN'S DEPARTMENT POSITION: Would you like to inspire young hearts, equip faithful leaders, and help children discover the joy of following Jesus? A part-time position in the children’s department is opening. Please contact the church office, Chris, or Debby for more information.

    Children’s Ministries FALL VOLUNTEERS: The children’s department is looking for the following volunteers for WEDNESDAYS - gym chaperone from 6:00-7:00. Please see Chris or Debby if you can help!


  • YOUTH NEWS

    Outdoor Movie: Youth will have an outdoor movie on Saturday, Oct. 11, at Darin & Kim Ringger’s home. More details to come.

    Harvest Party: The Youth Harvest Party will be Saturday, Nov. 1, from 4:00-9:00 p.m. at Fellowship Point. More details to come. Morning Star: Morning Star Ministries: Youth will be going to Morning Star Ministries on Saturday, Nov. 8, to help serve at their food kitchen.

    CrossCon: The college age/young adults will be going to CrossCon on January 1-3, 2026. Information and sign-ups are now out in the college/young adult Sunday School room.


  • prayer for healing

    The Spiritual Guidance Cabinet would like to offer prayer for healing as well as anointing with oil to anyone struggling with health issues (James 5:14-15). Please contact Darin Ringger at (260) 820-0191.






  • project share

    Contribute to the needs of our community by participating in Project Share. You can place your donations on the table in the foyer or in the box inside the east entrance of the church.  Suggestions for each month are listed below, but all donations are appreciated.

    • January - Cereal & Baby Food
    • February - Monetary Donations
    • March - Vegetables
    • April - Boxed/Pouched Side Dishes
    • May - Cake, Brownie, Muffin Mixes
    • June - Paper Products
    • July - Personal Hygiene Products
    • August - Feminine Hygiene Products
    • September - Canned Meat
    • October - Soups
    • November - Pasta
    • December - Beans


  • parenting tips

    Did you know that you can receive weekly parenting tips, videos, and devotion ideas right to your phone? If you would like to sign up for this, please text the following: @fmcpare to the number 81010 and request to be part of our Biblical Parenting thread. 





  • right now media

    Do you have a Right Now Media account? This resource provides access to over 20,000 Bible study and devotional videos for youth and adults as well as a library of popular, safe kids' shows that you can view anytime, anywhere, and from any device. Activate your FREE account by clicking HERE.




  • online library catalog

    The church library catalog is now online. By visiting firstmennonite.library.site or connecting to the catalog through the the church app, you can search for materials available in the library, see what’s new, and what’s popular. Borrowing materials is the same, just sign the check-out card. If you choose to set up an account in the catalog you can also see what you have on loan, check what you have borrowed in the past, and reserve materials that are on loan to someone else. If you have questions, contact Sara Jo Sprunger, sjsprunger@gmail.com, or 260-849-3004.