Perhaps the greatest line of any Christmas song is, “Long lay the world, in sin and error pinning, ‘til he appeared and the soul felt his worth” from O Holy Night. Disappointments, division, anxiety, and pain leave us longing for something more. Join us this Advent and Christmas season as we acknowledge together that on that night in Bethlehem, Heaven literally came to earth and all of our deepest desires are fulfilled in him.
an unlikely advent
This four-week Advent study focuses on the experiences of four sets of often overlooked characters in the Nativity story. During this Advent season, Rachel Billups guides readers through the themes of hope, love, joy, and peace by sharing the stories of Elizabeth and...
Reindeer Rodeo
🎄 Reindeer Rodeo Christmas Carnival! 🤠Wednesday, December 3rd | 6:00–8:00 PM | First Methodist Midland Gym Saddle up for a holly jolly good time at this year’s Reindeer Rodeo Christmas Carnival! We’re bringing the spirit of West Texas together with all the magic of...
Christmas Poinsettias
Christmas Poinsettias Purchase your Christmas Poinsettias for $20 online or in the church office by Sunday, December 7th. Proceeds benefit the music ministries.
Christmas Variety Show
Join us Wednesday, December 10th from 6:30–7:30 PM in the Worship Center for the Christmas Variety Show! This joyful evening will mark the last Wednesday Night Live of the season, featuring performances and fun for all ages. Come early and enjoy a delicious holiday...
2025 Advent Calendar
Festival of Carols
Festival of Carols The Thrill of Hope A new service of lessons and carols by Joseph M. Martin and Heather Sorenson Sunday, December 14th at 9 and 11AM in the Sanctuary Presented by the Chancel Choir and Orchestra
SAVE THE DATE Youth Christmas Parties
Save the date for the Jr high and Sr high Christmas parties Sunday, December 14th More information can be found in the Foundation Youth Newsletter
Heaven on Earth painting
In this Advent painting, the familiar Nativity scene is reimagined through the language of light. Rather than centering on the figures we are accustomed to—shepherds, wise men, or even the Holy Family—the focus is drawn to the radiance itself: the presence of God...
Christmas in the Park
First Methodist Church of Midland invites the community to a Christmas experience the whole family can enjoy together without catch or cost under the dazzling Christmas lights of Centennial Park on Wednesday, December 17 from 6-8 p.m. This evening is a gift to the...
