Sunday Worship

9AM: We offer a simple 45 minute service in the Sanctuary. This service is informal and geared for our families, so come in your t-shirts and enjoy!

11AM: Our traditional Worship service is live-streamed and features music from the Organ and Chancel Choir. If you worship with us, sign in using our connect card.

Coffee with the Pastors

If you are curious about membership or just ready to get more connected, you are invited to Coffee with the Pastors on September 7. The next Joining Sunday is September 14. Email Janice at jyates@decaturfirst.org for more info or to RSVP.

Safe Sanctuary Training

Need to refresh your safe sanctuaries certification so you can keep volunteering with kids, youth, or vulnerable adults? Sign up for our safe sanctuary training Sunday, September 7th from noon-1pm in room 207 or on zoom. Register now at decaturfirst.org.

Church Dinner on September 10

We’ll kick things off with a church-wide cookout on the front lawn on Wednesday, September 10 from 5:45–6:45 PM. Kids can play on the playground, adults can catch up and relax—it’s going to be a joyful evening!

September 10 Menu: Willy’s Taco Bar!

Church Dinner Volunteers Needed!

Help us make Wednesday dinner happen:

• Shift 1 (5:30–6:15 PM): Set up, serve, prep drinks, and help at the compost station.

• Shift 2 (6:15–7:00 PM): Clean up tables, chairs, and food area.

Jump in for a shift—your help makes a big difference, plus you get a free dinner! Contact Shannon at sharrison@decaturfirst.org to volunteer.

Register for Children's Choirs on Wednesday Night

• Angel Choir- Prek 3, Prek 4, & Kindergarten, 5:30-6pm *3 years olds must turn 3 by August 1st and be accompanied by a caregiver.

• Carol Choir- 1st and 2nd graders, 5:30-6pm

• Hosanna Choir- 3rd-5th graders, 6:15-7pm

Grief Support Group

Wednesday evenings, September 3- October 22 (7:00pm- 8:30pm) in Room 218. This group is for those struggling with grief. The group is led by, Rev. Dave Diamond (retired), with 10yrs. experience as a Grief Navigator, and Rev. Blair Setnor, Associate Pastor at DFUMC.

Planned Giving, Stewardship, and Spirituality Workshop with Christina Toney-Schmitt

Join us for a one-hour workshop on Sunday, September 21 from 12–1pm, as we explore the legacy of Decatur First UMC. We’ll connect planned giving with our faith journey and learn practical steps for including the church in your will or estate plan. Whether you’re writing a will for the first time, revising an estate plan, or prayerfully considering the future of the church, this workshop is for you. Lunch and childcare will be provided—please register at decaturfirst.org

Preschool Registration

Preschool registration is open for the 2025-2026 school year.