This week in worship…Message: “Live Again: Part 3”Ezekiel 47:1-12 The Temple in Jewish culture and worship was the most sacred institution that existed. It was the true north of their moral and spiritual compass. Likewise, the church today shapes how we live our...

MESSAGE FROM JIMMY July 16, 2023 - Live Again We dive back into Ezekiel and his visions of restoration this Sunday. Ezekiel writes from a place of exile from his homeland. Jerusalem has been devastated by war and destruction by the Babylonian army in the 6th Century...

Dear friends, This week in worship…Sermon: “Yes, Lord!”Text: Ezekiel 36:24-28 Some of the most beautiful and hope-filled sections of the Old Testament are found in Ezekiel 36-48. In these chapters, the prophet describes three grand visions of restoration - new hearts,...

MESSAGE FROM KATIEHey friends, I want to thank the Rev. Dave Steveline for being an incredible witness to the faith these many years on staff at First United Methodist Church. His last Sunday prior to retirement was this last week - Dave, we wish you many relaxing...

MESSAGE FROM KATIE   Dear friends, Another week of summer! A couple of months ago, Bishop Lewis sent an email to all clergy within the conference and encouraged all appointed clergy to take June 25th as a day of Sabbath with our families. As such, I'll be...

Dear friends, A couple of weeks ago, I attended a mandatory ordination retreat with the Ordinand Class of 2023, the Office of Spiritual Leadership staff, and the Bishop of the Mississippi Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church. This time of intense biblical...

MESSAGE FROM KATIE Dear friends, Thank you on Ricky's behalf for sending him off with love on Sunday. It has been the highest honor to serve alongside him. This week, we will begin a new sermon series, In Transit. We are in the midst of transition here, and we can...

MESSAGE FROM RICKY Dear friends, This coming Sunday, June 4, will be my final time to preach as the Senior Pastor of First United Methodist Church of Clinton. It has been my honor to serve as your pastor during these past four years. In the sermon I'll share some...

MESSAGE FROM RICKY  Dear friends,  This Sunday is Pentecost! This is the day in which we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit that fell on the first Christians and empowered them to go into all the world and share the love of Jesus. It's also sometimes considered the...