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Palo Alto, CA 94301

650.323.6167
fax 650.323.3923

info@firstpaloalto.com

Links

United Methodism Resources

cnumcLogo12975.gifCalifornia-Nevada Conference, United Methodist Church

www.cnumc.org

Information on United Methodist events and resources particular to Northern California and Nevada can be found here.



CrossAndFlame4785.gifUnited Methodist Church

www.umc.org

The Official United Methodist Website.


GBHEM15040.gifUnited Methodist Loan and Scholarship Programs

www.gbhem.org/gbhem/loans2.html

The United Methodist Scholarship and Loan Programs are a churchwide educational service providing scholarships and loans to help supplement the financial needs of today's students. Funding for these scholarships and loans are provided through offerings, wills, annuities, and other designated gifts.


umhef15062.gifUnited Methodist Higher Education Foundation (UMHEF)

http://www.umhef.org

The Foundation's Grand Vision is that it be economically possible for any qualified United Methodist student to be educated at a United Methodist-related institution of higher education.


CrossAndFlame4785.gifUnited Methodist News Service

www.umns.umc.org

The United Methodist News Service is the official news agency of the United Methodist Church


GBGMlogo15050.gifGeneral Board of Global Ministries, the United Methodist Church

www.umcmission.org

A huge resource on Methodism around the globe. The magazines Mission Video Magazine, New World Outlook and Response can be found here along with information on Missions, the history of Methodism and news of events worldwide involving the United Methodist Church.


umwlogo5078.jpgUnited Methodist Women

http://new.gbgm-umc.org/umw/

The official website of United Methodist Women with information about their programs and activities


umwlogo5078.jpgUnited Methodist Women: California-Nevada Conference

www.cnumw.org

The official website of the California-Nevada Conference United Methodist Women with information about their programs and activities


UMComLogo12150.gifUnited Methodist Communications

www.umcom.org

Communications resource for the United Methodist Church.


UMRlogo12456.gifThe United Methodist Reporter

http://www.umportal.org

The United Methodist Reporter is an independent weekly newspaper for United Methodists and other people of faith, produced by UMR Communications in Dallas, Texas.



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Organizations Our Church Has Sponsored

Opportunity Center of the Midpeninsula / Community Working Group

www.communityworkinggroup.org

The tangible response of a community to the crisis of homelessness and poverty in the midpeninsula.


United Campus Christian Ministry at Stanford University

www.stanford.edu/group/uccm

We are a progressive Christian campus ministry that has more questions than answers, that encourages free-spirited exploration of Christianity and other faiths, that welcomes all kinds of students from all sorts of backgrounds and ways of life, and that makes the connection between soul and service.


Church World Service

www.churchworldservice.org

Global, interdenominational outreach in Missions.


Disciple

http://www.cokesbury.com/forms/DynamicContent.aspx?pageid=218&id=17

The Disciple Bible Study Program is a 32- to 34-week intensive study of the Scriptures. These studies emphasize the development of biblically nourished persons committed to live as disciples.


Habitat for Humanity

www.habitat.org
          


Greater San Francisco Habitat for Humanity

www.habitatgsf.org/
          


  Peninsula Peace and Justice Center

  www.peaceandjustice.org

Works to change foreign and domestic policies, for justice for all regardless of economic status or beliefs, and to end to racism, sexism and all forms of discrimination.


Heifer Project

www.heifer.org
          
          


Personal Energy Transportation (PET) Project

www.giftofmobility.org

The Personal Energy Transportation (PET) Project's mission is to provide mobility for all of God's children in need. They seek to provide mobility first for those in greatest need and with the least resources. The PET Project is a part of the ministry of Jesus Christ, whose disciples sdaid, "In the name of Jesus Christ, arise and walk." Acts 3:6


Reconciling Ministries Network (formerly Reconciling Congregation)

www.rmnetwork.org

Reconciling Ministries Network is a national grassroots organization that exists to enable full participation of people of all sexual orientations and gender identities in the life of the United Methodist Church, both in policy and practice.


Stephen Ministry

www.stephenministries.com

The Stephen Series is a complete system for training and organizing lay people to provide one-to-one Christian care to hurting people in and around your congregation.



African Library Project

www.africanlibraryproject.org

The Africa Library Project partners with volunteers in African communities to create small libraries for villages and schools.

During worship on Sunday, February 5, 2006, Chris Bradshaw of the African Library Project spoke to the children about how the books they are donating are helping children in Africa. Listen to her message here.






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Other Relevant Resources

mfsa.gifMethodist Federation for Social Action

www.mfsaweb.org

The Methodist Federation for Social Action unites activists within the United Methodist Church to take action on issues of justice, peace and liberation in the church, nation and world.


FirstSchoolLogo15081.gifFirst School

www.firstschool.org

Our church is home to the First School preschool.

First School is an integral part of the education and outreach ministries of the church. It is open to children of all races, religions and national origins. Art, drama, music, stories gymnastics, cooking and nature study, with an emphasis on social development and Kindergarten readiness are included.

Part or full-time programs are available to toilet-trained children, ages 2-1/2 to 6 years old. We have a ratio of 1 teacher for each 5 children, and we are open Monday - Friday 7:40 am - 4:00 pm year-round.

First School is licensed by the state of California Social Services Department and is staffed by qualified and experienced teachers.


FamilyCampLogo10087.jpgUnited Methodist Family Camp

www.familycamp.org

Family Camp is sponsored by the California-Nevada Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, and has a long history of over forty years. Family Camp, where singles are also welcome, is truly a camp for all ages with campers ranging from toddlers to one active 100-year old.


City of Palo Alto

www.cityofpaloalto.org

Official site for the city of Palo Alto


Palo Alto Weekly

www.paloaltoonline.com

Great local resource of the city of Palo Alto.


New Revised Standard Version

www.devotions.net/bible/00bible.htm

Online resource of the complete text from this translation of the Bible.


Online Bible resources

www.christadelphians.com/resources.htm


United Methodist Federal Credit Union

www.umfcu.org


United Methodist Hymns Online

www.hymnsite.com


Upper Room

www.upperroom.org



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Welcome
Next Sunday: Pastor Michael will preach at both services.

Can't make it to Church?
Watch online
at 10:45 am

Sunday School: 9:45am

Young Adult Worship:
3rd Thursday of the month at 9:00 pm

Do you have input? SPRC is “all ears”
In this time of change and transition, Our Staff-Parish Relations Committee welcomes any input you might have. Learn more here.

Pastor Sadie reappointed to First Church. Pastor Michael appointed to Trinity UMC and First Church
Read Pastor Michael's letter to the congregation here.

We Need Your Soccer Cleats
We're collecting soccer cleats to distribute to the children in two schools in Fiji and Tonga that we will be visiting on our July mission trip

Support the Relay for Life
Our young adults are taking part in the Relay for Life. Learn how you can support them here.

Newcomer's Lunch and Membership Classes
New to First Church? Join us at a Newcomer's Class. Thinking about joining First Church? Join us at our upcoming membership class. Learn more here.

Monthly All-Church Potluck
Join us for an all-church, old-fashioned Methodist Potluck Supper at 5:30pm on the 3rd Saturday of the month. Bring your appetite, your friends and family and a dish to share.

June Issue of Insights is Online!
Read the latest issue today!

New Class - Saving Jesus Redux
Pastor Michael is starting a new 12-week Sunday evening class. Learn more here

July 2013 Mission Trip to Tonga Update
First Church and First Tongan UMC are planning a mission trip to Tonga in July of 2013. For more information, please contact Pastor Michael.