Pastoral Counseling is available to anyone who seeks it. The Rev. Dr. Douglas McArthur, our senior pastor, is certified in pastoral psychotherapy and marriage and family counseling and has a doctorate in pastoral counseling.

The Missions and Outreach Committee supports many local social and spiritual ministries, both financially and in hands-on opportunities for members. In supporting food banks, homeless shelters, and in working with Covenant to Care Inc. to serve the children in our community, we aim to reach out in love with deeds.

Commission on Children and Poverty develops partnerships and programs, such as a tutoring and mentoring program at the Stamford Haitian Community Center, to improve the lives of children in our community.

The First United Methodist Church Mothers’ Group is an ecumenical organization whose purpose is to provide education, support, and friendship to mothers in the community. As women and mothers we share delightful opportunities and challenges. The Mothers’ Group provides different forums for members to share their experiences and to learn from each other. We strive to extend the FUMC missions, share a sense of mission and outreach with our children, and foster a lifelong commitment to giving back to our community. More Info >>

United Methodist Women continues the long tradition of women in ministry and mission in the church, the community and the world. Through fund raising activities such as its semi-annual tag and rummage sales, UMW supports various local and global ministries. UMW facilitates the spiritual growth of its members by offering women's worship services, book studies and special programs. UMW also offers fellowship opportunities throughout the year, such as the Advent Service and Supper. UMW members minister to families and friends by providing refreshments following funeral services, in addition to providing lunch monthly to New Covenant House Soup Kitchen. UMW welcomes and encourages all women of the church to participate. More Info >>

United Methodist Men meets for fellowship and service projects to the church and community.

"If You Can" - All of us can help and make the world a better place. A few thoughts to consider...

Christmas in April gives us the chance to roll up our sleeves and put our faith to work by "adopting" a house in our community as part of a national program that helps homeowners in need.