The mission of the United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
At the heart of Tucker First UMC is the yearning to see this world transformed by loving God and all people through serving. Whether serving meals to the hungry or distributing clothing in the local community, or repairing homes in the region, Tucker First has opportunities for you to serve in ministries of reconciliation and love. Check back here often for new ways to give your time and talents
Time and Talent Survey (on-line)
Wondering where God wants to lead you in service this year? Prayerfully complete the time and talent survey! You’ll see the many ministry areas of Tucker First UMC and have the opportunity to indicate where God is leading you to share your time and talents. Take the survey online or pick up a printed copy in the Gathering Room or at Table 153. The survey may be the first step on your journey of service for the coming year or it may be confirmation of the journey of service you’re already on.
We are committed to have everyone at Tucker First UMC in service. When you fill out this survey, you will be contacted by someone in that program about using your gifts.
Time and Talent Survey (down load & print)
Wondering where God wants to lead you in service this year? Prayerfully complete the time and talent survey! You’ll see the many ministry areas of Tucker First UMC and have the opportunity to indicate where God is leading you to share your time and talents. Take the survey online or pick up a printed copy in the Gathering Room or at Table 153. The survey may be the first step on your journey of service for the coming year or it may be confirmation of the journey of service you’re already on.
We are committed to have everyone at Tucker First UMC in service. When you fill out this survey, you will be contacted by someone in that program about using your gifts.
Time and Talent Survey (down load & print)
Make a Difference! Volunteer to be a Reading Partner at Local Elementary School
Looking for a way to get involved in our school community? Join Reading Partners, an outreach ministry of the Children First Committee. Volunteers read a student at nearby Nesbit or Graves Elementary for thirty minutes a week. Day of the week and time of day depend on the volunteer’s and the child’s schedule. Now in its eighth year, this rewarding ministry helps young students who thrive on the extra personal attention that Reading Partners provides. An organizational meeting will be held in mid-September for interested volunteers. Contact Robin Pounds, 404-918-0069; robinpounds@bellsouth.net for more information.
Our Samaria: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
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Classes are provided to help improve their English skills in writing, speaking and reading. Classes include beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels that address their educational needs.
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"Our Judea": Appalachian Service Project
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ASP is a Christian home repair ministry through which volunteers and staff repair homes for low-income families in rural Central Appalachia. Construction skills are not required to participate. Cost for each participant is $130 plus additional spending money for food while traveling, gasoline, and special donations while at work project or other miscellaneous expenses. Work teams consist of 5-7 adults. Contact Kelly Skinner at mommy23qtz@gmail.com or 770-906-8094 with questions or to register for a spot on this not-to-be-missed life-changing local mission trip! Check out ASP online at www.asphome.org.
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Tucker First has donation cans in the Gathering Room and the Activities Center for NETWorks! NETWorks is a cooperative ministry located behind Tucker Baptist and across from our Wesley Center. You may also donate directly at the Tucker First has donation cans in the Gathering Room and the Activities Center for NETWorks office. The organization provides assistance in the form of rent and utilities and a food pantry.
Tucker First has donation cans in the Gathering Room and the Activities Center for NETWorks! You may also donate items by going to the NETWorks office. The organization provides assistance in the form of rent and utilities and a food pantry.
Tucker First has donation cans in the Gathering Room and the Activities Center for NETWorks! You may also donate items by going to the NETWorks office. The organization provides assistance in the form of rent and utilities and a food pantry.
"Our Sumaria: Trinity House"
OUR MISSION: Helping homeless men reclaim their lives and return to their families and communities as mentors and leaders.
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NET Food Pantry
Spaghetti Noodles and Sauce Needed. The NET Food Pantry assists people in the Northlake-Embry Hills-Tucker (NET) area with emergency food needs. Tucker First is responsible for stocking the pantry with spaghetti noodles and sauce. There has been such a demand at the food pantry that the shelves have been depleted and need restocking. Donations may be placed in the bin in the community room. The NET Food Pantry is located inside DeKalb County's Tucker Recreation Center at 4898 LaVista Road.
Spaghetti Noodles and Sauce Needed. The NET Food Pantry assists people in the Northlake-Embry Hills-Tucker (NET) area with emergency food needs. Tucker First is responsible for stocking the pantry with spaghetti noodles and sauce. There has been such a demand at the food pantry that the shelves have been depleted and need restocking. Donations may be placed in the bin in the community room. The NET Food Pantry is located inside DeKalb County's Tucker Recreation Center at 4898 LaVista Road.
"Our Jerusalem": Lunch Buddies & Saturday Snacks
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For the eighth summer, the Children First Committee is partnering with local restaurants to provide lunches for about twenty children at the Northlake Inn hotel for the fifty weekdays of summer vacation.
Did You Know That Tucker First is Feeding Twenty Kids Every Weekend? The Children First committee is helping to meet the needs of hungry children by providing snack bags to the children at Northlake Inn every weekend through the Saturday Sacks program. |
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Supplies are getting low!
Please help support this ministry by donating the following types of canned goods with pop tops:
Ravioli, spaghetti, lasagna
Beanie weenies
Chili with meat
Vienna sausages, chicken only
Chicken noodle soup
Vegetable beef soup
Fruit in individual cans (peaches, pears, oranges)
You can place your donations in the bin in the community room.
Please help support this ministry by donating the following types of canned goods with pop tops:
Ravioli, spaghetti, lasagna
Beanie weenies
Chili with meat
Vienna sausages, chicken only
Chicken noodle soup
Vegetable beef soup
Fruit in individual cans (peaches, pears, oranges)
You can place your donations in the bin in the community room.
UMW Campbell Soup Cans
The most important part of the label is the barcode, the words, “labels for education” and the little man. When in doubt, please provide the whole label. The collection of these labels and lids benefits the Murphy-Harpst children’s home. Please place your labels in the bag in the church office.
Campbell Labels Benefit Elementary Schools –The Tucker First United Methodist Women participate in the Campbell Labels for Education program and would like your Campbell labels and lids. A list of eligible products is listed below. The most important part of the label is the barcode, the words, “labels for education” and the little man. When in doubt, please provide the whole label. There is a bin in the community room for the labels.
Cut the labels off
Campbell Soups, beans, and tomato juice
Franco-American gravies and pastas
Pepperidge Farm breads, cakes, dumplings, puff pastry, goldfish crackers
Swanson Broths and canned chicken
Save the lids or screw caps from:
Prego—spaghetti sauces, SpaghettiOs
V8 Juices (all varieties)
Vlassic peppers, pickles, relish, and sauerkraut
Campbell Labels Benefit Elementary Schools –The Tucker First United Methodist Women participate in the Campbell Labels for Education program and would like your Campbell labels and lids. A list of eligible products is listed below. The most important part of the label is the barcode, the words, “labels for education” and the little man. When in doubt, please provide the whole label. There is a bin in the community room for the labels.
Cut the labels off
Campbell Soups, beans, and tomato juice
Franco-American gravies and pastas
Pepperidge Farm breads, cakes, dumplings, puff pastry, goldfish crackers
Swanson Broths and canned chicken
Save the lids or screw caps from:
Prego—spaghetti sauces, SpaghettiOs
V8 Juices (all varieties)
Vlassic peppers, pickles, relish, and sauerkraut
UMC Market
Your Online Purchases Can Benefit Tucker First. UMCmarket allows members of Tucker First the opportunity to shop online at some of their favorite places while generating a donation to our church. Church members can shop online whenever they want. With each purchase, a percentage of the sale will come directly to Tucker First! Membership is completely free and it takes less than a minute to join. Find out more at www.umcmarket.org. This program was developed through the General Council on Finance and Administration (GCFA) Office of Corporate Partnership.
Greeters
Join the Hospitality Team by Greeting One Sunday a Month. Our greeters are sporting new red greeter vests, and we are currently forming new Sunday greeter and hospitality teams! If you are interested in serving as part of the greeter ministry (one Sunday a month) you can sign up at one or more of the following sign up links: First Sunday Second Sunday Third Sunday Forth Sunday Fifth Sunday Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some have entertained angels without knowing it. Hebrews 13:2 |
Prayer Shawl Ministry
We have a group in the church that knits prayer shawls or lap robes for persons in the church or the community. The shawls can mark an event such as celebrating a new baby or they are given for comfort when someone is sick or grieving a loss of a loved one. They are distributed freely to anyone who requests one. The prayer shawls are a reminder of the great love of God for his children. If you know someone who would appreciate a prayer shawl or you would like to participate in this ministry, please contact Gloria Jones at redgloria@comcast.net. |