Alzheimer's Support Group
The purpose of this monthly group is to offer emotional support, information, and resources to caregivers, relatives, and friends whose loved ones have Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementias. This is one of several groups offered by the North Central Texas Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. At FUMC of Keller, the group meets on the 2nd Sunday of every month at from 2pm to 3:30pm in the Hallelujah Center. For more info, contact facilitators Bernadette Bierley at 817-581-7461 or Paulette Olson at 817-788-2936.

Disciple
Disciple is a 34-week program of disciplined Bible study offered during the school year aimed at developing strong Christian leaders.

Emmaus
The Walk to Emmaus is a spiritual renewal program intended to strengthen the local church through the development of Christian disciples and leaders. The program's approach seriously considers the model of Christ's servanthood and encourages Christ's disciples to act in ways appropriate to being "a servant of all."

First Connections — Rev. Tom Faile
An orientation for guests and new members to meet the people of the church and find out the various opportunities to get connected.

Kairos
The mission is to bring Christ's love and forgiveness to incarcerated individuals, their families and those who work with them.

Prayer Covering Ministry — Rev. Tom Faile
Members of our congregation create quilts, blankets, and shawls that are given to those going through difficult times such as grief or illness. Group leader: Norma McConaghy, 817-337-1238.

S.A.G.E.S.
Senior Adults Growing, Exploring, Serving
A small group for those age 50 and older. Events include a birthday lunch each month, special events and travel opportunities.

Small-Group Bible Studies
Small-group Bible studies are held throughout the year. These 6-8 week studies are held on weeknights and/or weekday mornings and focus on various topics.

Stephen Ministry — Rev. Tom Faile
Stephen Ministry provides trained volunteers who support and encourage individuals experiencing a life crisis such as the death of a loved one, separation or divorce, job loss, illness, etc. A Stephen Minister meets regularly with the person and gives distinctively Christian care until the crisis subsides.

Sunday School
Small groups are an integral part of growing in faith as you continue on your walk with Christ. We offer classes of all age groups and sizes.

United Methodist Men
The purpose of United Methodist Men is to declare the centrality of Christ in the lives of men and in all their relationships. The men work with local groups and other district organizations in developing programs to meet the needs and interests of men of all ages. This group also hosts the annual Neil Herbert Golf Tournament with proceeds benefiting various charities. Group contact: Bryan Wright, 817-562-1678.

United Methodist Women
All women of the church are invited to become involved.

Wednesday Night Life
Wednesday nights begin with a time of food and fellowship as a precursor to small group studies for adults. Classes are designed to help you grow in faith and build relationships.

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Lynne Rhodes 

Worship
Our youth are encouraged to participate in worship in a variety of ways. Youth are a vital part of our congregation and it is our goal to help them find areas that they may serve based on  their gifts and their interests. Many of our youth volunteer as ushers, soloists, musicians, greeters and readers.

Fine Arts
There are several Youth ensembles to choose from including the Youth Praise Team, Joyful Noise Ringers. FUMC Keller is dedicated to making Christ better known through all of the worship arts.

BASIC (Brothers And Sisters In Christ)
BASIC is open to high school and middle school students on Sunday nights from 5 to 7:00 p.m. The group meets in the Family Life Center for fellowship, fun, food, and biblical application.

Wednesday Night Missions and Small Groups
Local Mission work - Twice a month on alternating Wednesdays, our Jr. and Sr. High youth will go into the community to serve in various areas such as helping at the Community Storehouse, doing repair and cleaning projects for neighbors in need as well as other local mission projects in our immediate are.
Social justice conversations - Twice a month our youth get together to talk about various issues that concern and affect us in our daily lives and how our faith can help us make sense of the issues around us. These small groups are student led by our Rite 12 seniors.

Rite 12
This program is for Senior in High School. It is custom tailored to the needs and interests of high school seniors. It provides a rite of passage that both honors that stage of life our 12th graders are in as well as offers valuable life lessons that they can take with them on the next leg of their journey.

Sunday Morning Gatherings
On Sunday mornings students meet for fellowship and a look into the bible. They are encouraged to bring their tough questions to the conversations so that we can begin to better understand how we relate to our faith, to God and to the bible in our every day lives . Jr. and Sr. High meet at 9:30 in the youth house. Sr. High (9th -11th) meets in the Hallelujah Center at 11:00 AM. Seniors meet in room 4 in the Hallelujah Center at 11:00 AM. Jr. High meets in the Youth House at 11:00 AM. !

Youth Activities - Special Events
Throughout the year, including summer, we have special events in addition to BASIC and Wednesday night activities. Youth can expect to get to know each other and make new friends while participating in activities like Whirly Ball, Sky Ranch Retreat, The Amazing Scavenger Race, Mid Winter Retreat at Glen Lake and Catapult Wars to name just a few.

30 Hour Famine
In March the Sr. High get together to learn about world hunger while fasting themselves. During the lock-in, we not only learn about poverty and hunger, but we do hands on exercises that teach us what it is really like, followed by an opportunity to work in a community garden in Fort Worth that reaches out to women caught in the poverty cycle.

Summer Missions
We participate in the Central Texas Conference Youth in Mission summer mission program. An out-of-state senior high trip in June and an in-state middle school trip in July allow students to share the gospel and serve as Christ’s hands and feet to people in need by doing tasks such as repair work, building wheelchair ramps, roofing, lawn maintenance and much more.

Youth Sunday
One Sunday a year our youth lead each of the three Sunday morning worship services. The students do everything: praise and worship, hymns and music, sermons, scripture reading, prayers, ushering, and the invitation. This is an awesome opportunity for these students to show how God is using them in amazing ways!

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Two- and three-day programs are offered for three and four year olds as well as a private four-day kindergarten. All classes meet in the Family Life Center. Building Blocks is well known for its caring Christian atmosphere and hands-on learning experience dedicated to the growth and development of the whole child.

Children’s Church
Children age three through first grade have the opportunity to attend worship with their family for the first 20 minutes of the 9:30 and 11:00 services before going to a classroom for Bible lessons and activities.

Christmas Pageant
Every December, the children of our congregation and community come together to tell the story of Jesus' birth through drama and music.

Confirmation
Sixth graders work through a nine-month program of "Claiming the Name" of Jesus Christ to prepare them for affirming Christ as their Savior and becoming full members of the United Methodist Church.

Easter Eggstravaganza
A family Easter celebration at the Hallelujah Center. Fellowship, food, crafts, egg hunts, and the Easter story told by one of our pastors are all part of the fun!

Glen Lake Camp
Glen Lake Camp and Retreat Center offers summer and weekend camps for children in second grade and up. Their mission is to promote the threefold spiritual, mental, and physical development of young persons and adults as Christians.

5th & 6th Grade Fellowship
A Bible study and fellowship opportunity for fifth and sixth graders. They meet one Sunday per month during the school year.

SLAM JAM
Various classes are offered such as arts and crafts, sports, and dance. SLAM JAM runs concurrently with Wednesday Night Life adult small groups in the Family Life Center.

Moms and Tots
A supportive small group for moms and a fun playgroup for kids! On the first and third Fridays of the month, fun activities are planned for the kids including bounce houses, arts and crafts, themed toys, and snacks. All moms are welcome with their infant to pre-school aged kids. The group meets in the Family Life Center on Thursdays from 3:00 - 5:00 PM.

Nursery
Our nurturing and caring nursery is available during all three worship services and all church-sponsored events. The infant (0-12month) and two year old nurseries are located across from the church office. Our baby nursery (12-24months) is located in room 209 along the top right side of the Family Life Center. Nursery coordinator: Traci Nelson, 817-994-2812.

Sunday School—9:30 and 11:00
Classes offered year round for Pre-K–5th grade.

Summer Theater Workshop
A 3-week drama camp that gives children and youth the opportunity for Bible study, acting, singing, publicity and set preparation. The camp concludes with performances open to the community.

Trunk or Treat
This night of family fun includes a costume contest, trick or treating (out of car trunks), games, food, and more!

Vacation Bible School
A fun-filled week in the summer for kids age kindergarten through sixth grade. Through fun and adventure, children discover and experience the joy in knowing God and His immeasurable love for them.

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Dr. David Gerig, Director of Worship and Music

Celebration Ringers Bell Choir
An English handbell choir that provides worship music in the traditional worship services. Membership is by permission of the Director of Music and positions are filled on an “as-needed” basis. Rehearsals are Thursdays at 7:00 p.m.

Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir is open to all adults and youth who love to sing and lead worship in the 11:00 a.m. traditional worship service. Both traditional and contemporary choral literature is presented. Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.

Children's Choir
Rainbow Choir: K-2nd Grade
Promise Choir: Grades 3-6
The children's choirs sing in worship services during the year and are open to all children. These choirs sing music that is age appropriate and combine each year to present a children's musical.

First Flutes
First Flutes is a flute ensemble that supports worship with special music on a regular basis. Participation is based on the approval of the director. Rehearsals are planned as needed.

Adult and Youth Praise Teams
Our adult team leads worship for the 9:30 AM contemporary worship service. It also provides music for other events in and outside the church. Membership is by audition and on an as-needed basis. The youth praise team, open by audition, rehearses regularly to develop music skills and to prepare for special occasions.

Sound and Video Team
The Sound and Video Team is a vital part of worship. Members are chosen and trained based on aptitude and interest in supporting worship for each service and special events. Contact: Sean Edins

Spotlight Ministries
Spotlight Ministries provides dramatic arts opportunities for worship and special presentations. This ministry leads a Summer Theater Workshop for children and youth as well as produces plays and skits for worship and special events. Each production is cast through audition as announced. Rehearsals are scheduled as needed for each production.

Brass Ensemble
The Brass Ensemble is open to all youth and adults who are experienced brass instrument players. The Brass Ensemble plays regularly at the traditional worship services and for special presentations. Rehearsals are on Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:00 PM.


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Rev. Daniel Hawkins, Pastor of Administration and Missions

Arlington Life Shelter
Sack lunches are prepared and delivered to the Arlington Life Shelter to be distributed to the homeless.

The Community Storehouse
The Community Storehouse is a nonprofit organization that supports local families in times of need and crisis. Our congregation collects nonperishable food and supplies on a monthly basis.

Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian organization dedicated to eliminating substandard housing and homelessness worldwide and to making adequate, affordable shelter a matter of conscience and action. Our congregation is actively involved in building a Habitat house each fall.

Heifer Project
Each Sunday children bring their spare change to church for the Heifer Project which provides farm animals for families world-wide.

Natural Disaster Relief
Our congregation provides financial support and sends materials to the United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR). After the hurricane disasters of 2005, clothing, furniture and supplies were donated, and we partnered with area churches to provide meals for evacuees in Keller. A mission team visited southeast Texas to help clean up and rebuild.

International Mission Teams
Each year at least one adult/youth mission team is sent to places such as Slovakia, Mexico, Kenya, Venezuela and Israel/Palestine. A highlight of our international mission work is an ongoing relationship with the Methodist congregation in Trnava, Slovakia. During our six-year partnership we have exchanged youth and adult teams, shared prayer concerns, and made life-long friendships.

Mission Gifts for Christmas
An annual outreach program where persons make donations to selected charities in honor of friends and family. Shoebox Ministry An annual outreach program that sends Christmas gifts to children around the world.

Operation Christmas Child
An annual outreach program, also known as "Shoebox Ministry," that sends Christmas gifts to children around the world.

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To become eligible to volunteer with children and youth, please click here to get started.

The Opportunities to Serve form lists of all the volunteer opportunities at FUMC Keller. Forms are available at the welcome table in the narthex and also in the pews.