Category Archives: Local

The Outreach Committee of First UMC Palo Alto reaches out to people in our local community through organizations that serve specific needs by providing financial and volunteer support as well as a witness to God’s love. We develop programs that will provide ongoing local service opportunities.

Rebuilding Day Makes Homeowners Happy

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Michele

Twenty people from First Church turned out bright and early Saturday morning, April 30 at a mobile home park in San Jose. The morning was cool and breezy and everyone arrived wearing sweatshirts. After donning Rebuilding Together t-shirts, the group … Continue reading →

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If I had a hammer . . .

Posted on March 23, 2011 by Michele

Join the team from First Church at Rebuilding Day on April 30. Rebuilding Together gathers donated materials and hundreds of volunteers to repair and rehabilitate homes and non-profit facilities on Rebuilding Days each April and October. Volunteers must be at … Continue reading →

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Respite for families of children with special needs

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Michele

First United Methodist Church of Palo Alto will host Saturday Morning Respite March 26, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for families of children with special needs. Children with special needs and their siblings are invited to enjoy a morning of  … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Giving

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Michele

Celebrate the holiday season by giving a gift of hope, shelter, care, service, health, education, or a ‘green’ gift. The Joy of Giving catalog lists local, regional and global missions for each theme. Make a donation or volunteer your time. … Continue reading →

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Breaking Bread

Posted on October 6, 2010 by Outreach Team

On September 27 a First-UMC “Breaking Bread Service Team” of six people served the Monday Night InnVision dinner in Kohlstedt Hall. We greatly enjoyed greeting the guests and preparing and serving the dinner that night. Our Service Team looks forward … Continue reading →

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