Upcoming Events
Parents’ Night Out: Spring Fling
Let's celebrate Spring with PearlandKIDS while mom and dad enjoy an evening together! Our next Parent's’ Night Out will be Friday, March 20 from 5:30-8:30 pm. Cost is $25 per child, and dinner will be provided
Children 0-4 years old will be cared for in our Children's hall. Children Kinder-4th Grade will enjoy a movie, crafts, and games in our Family Life Center Building. Drop-off and Pick-up will be at our Family Life Center Lobby entrance.
Space is limited! Registration opens on March 1 and closes March 16, or when all spots are filled.
Please contact Stephanie Rodrigues for questions and additional information: stephanier@fumcpearland.org
Daddy Daughter Dance 2026
Put on your masks and get ready for a night to remember at our annual Daddy Daughter Dance on March 21 from 6-8 pm in the Family Life Center at FUMC Pearland. We will have dancing, food, music & fun activities! Dinner + dessert are included in your ticket. All ages are welcome.
Tickets:
$45 per couple
$10 for each additional child
Tickets are on sale now!
This is the perfect chance to dress up, make memories, and support our MomCo community.
OWLS Luncheon
Come out and join our OWLS Ministry (Older, Wiser, Loving Seniors) as we "Hop Into Spring" at our Spring Luncheon. Join us for food, fellowship, fun, and door prizes! Enjoy a delicious lunch of fried chicken, potato salad, baked beans, and yummy dessert. The cost is only $10.00 per person. Please register by March 22, 2026.
Register below or call the Church Office at 281-485-1466.
Palm Sunday Picnic
We want to invite you to Palm Sunday, March 29. We will have two services at 10:45 am, a Traditional service in the Sanctuary and a Contemporary service in the Family Life Center. Following our 10:45 services, we will have a joyous time of food and fellowship. We will also have our annual PearlandKIDS Easter egg hunt. So invite your friends and come out and enjoy joy of our Palm Sunday Picnic.
PearlandKIDS Easter Egg Hunt
Join us on Palm Sunday, March 29, immediately following the worship services for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Palm Sunday Luncheon with a special appearance from the Easter Bunny! Men in Action will be providing lunch and there is sure to be fun and fellowship for all ages. We hope to see you there!
We also need Easter Egg donations. Please bring in PRE-FILLED Easter Eggs for our kiddos to hunt on Palm Sunday. There will be donation bins in the lobbies for eggs to be dropped off anytime between now and March 22. There is no such thing as too many eggs, so the more the merrier. Thank you for your donations.
Living Last Supper
Join us for our Maundy Thursday service on April 2 at 6:30 pm in the Sanctuary as we reflect on Jesus’ Last Supper and prepare for the events that transpired in the coming days.
Good Friday
On Friday, April 3, we will have our Good Friday service at 6:30 pm in the Family Life Center. During this service of reflection, we will remember the events that led to Jesus’ crucifixion and what happened immediately after Jesus’ death.
Easter Sunday
Come celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection with us on Easter Sunday, April 5! We will have Traditional services at 8:30 am and 10:45 am in the Sanctuary and a contemporary service at 10:45 am in the Family Life Center. He is Risen, He is risen indeed!
Men In Action Steak Night
The Men In Action will be hosting our 4th Annual Steak Night on Thursday, April 16, at 6:30 pm in the Memorial Fellowship Center. This is a great event for men to meet and to socialize.
Registration closes on Sunday, April 12, so we have time to place our steak order!
Please feel free to invite a friend—make sure they register here as well!
Garage Sale 2026
Save the date for our annual Pearland Student Ministry Church-Wide Garage Sale. This event will take place May 1 (4 pm-7 pm) and May 2 (8 am-1 pm) in the Family Life Center and the Memorial Fellowship Center. Your donations go towards paying for transportation to and from events as well as scholarships to help offset the cost of camps, retreats, and mission trips for the summer and during the year. We depend on your donated items to make this event a success.
Volunteers are the backbone of the garage sale, and we have many jobs that take all kinds of skill sets. There are volunteer opportunities the days of the sale, but also the week leading up to the sale.
For more information call or text Robin Tatem at 713-232-9482 or email Shannon Garza (shannon@fumcpearland.org).
A Spring Affair
Join us for A Spring Affair, our Women's Ministry's signature Mother's Day celebration and fundraiser, on Thursday, May 7, from 6-8 pm! This special evening is all about honoring moms and bringing our community together for food, shopping, and meaningful fellowship. Enjoy delicious food trucks, free massages, and unique shopping experiences—including boutiques, a hat bar, a flower bar, plus the return of our crowd-favorite mini tattoos and permanent jewelry.
The first 30 guests to arrive and complete a raffle ticket will receive a free tote bag, and all attendees can register to win beautiful raffle baskets. We hope you'll join us for this wonderful Spring Affair!
It is free to attend. Childcare is provided with registration.
PearlandKIDS Summer Day Camp
Join us for a summer filled with faith and friendship at our PearlandKIDS Summer Day Camp! Our camp offers exciting weekly themes that keep each week fresh and engaging. Every day features a thoughtfully planned schedule of activities, including games, crafts, and fun.
Tuesdays and Thursdays | 9 am-2 pm | Ages 0-10 welcome
Registration is open! Families may register week-by-week, making it easy to fit camp into your plans. Payment is due upon registration.
We can't wait to see your kiddo(s) there!
Summer Kickoff
Full S.T.E.A.M Ahead
Around the World
Tropical Getaway
Party in the USA!
Disney Adventure
Kitchen Creations
Animal Planet
U.M. ARMY
U.M. ARMY is a Mission Camp that has been a part of this church's ministry for many years. This year's camp will take place May 31-June 6 in Huntsville, Texas. It is a week-long service camp that gives students grades 8-12 and adults the chance to go out into a community and be the hands and feet of Christ as they share their faith through acts of service. They will take part in construction projects, minor home repair, painting, and other outreach opportunities. This is a life-changing event that you won't want to miss.
Scholarships are available. Please reach out to Shannon Garza if you have any questions at shannon@fumcpearland.org
Camp Code: 5073
Middle School Mania
Attention all students who are entering the 5th, 6th, or 7th grade in August 2026! Middle School Mania 2026 is happening June 8-12!
Everything is the perfect word to describe whatever means the most in life. So, what if you could have everything you need for everything in life? Sound too good to be true? Well, it might not be that far off. According to Jesus, one thing matters more than anything else: love. So, what would it look like if love were everything in our lives? In the way we treat others, in the way we see God, and even in the way we view ourselves. When love is everything, we discover the kind of life God created us to live in the first place.
During the week, students will find practical ways to apply Jesus' greatest commandment to their everyday lives. As students learn how to love God, others, and their own lives they'll also discover that Jesus' words and example are everything they need for the life they really want!
Registration opens Sunday, March 29!! Cost: $35
Vacation Bible School 2026: Kingdom Quest
Save the date for this year's Kingdom Quest VBS!
June 8th-12th | 9 am-12 pm
Lakeview Summer Camp
Lakeview Summer Camp is back, and we are excited for GOOD VIBES 2026! We look forward to all PearlandKIDS and Pearland Students—ages 1st grade through graduates—to join us for a week of outdoor fun, fellowship, and discipleship.
Registration:
$395 Early Registration ends March 1
$425 Regular Registration March 2-May 15 (All payments are due by May 15)
$525 Late Registration (after May 15)
Registration closes May 31, 2026
Adults, we need you, too! Please help our conference and districts give our kids the best possible camp this summer.
Scout Pancake Supper
It's time again for our Scout Troop 464 Annual Pancake Supper and Auction! This community event is a highlight of the year, and will take place March 7 from 4:00-8:00 pm in the Family Life Center. For a $6 donation, you will receive an all-you-can-eat pancake plate. Children under 5 eat free. There will also be live and silent auctions. Tickets may be purchased at the door the day of the event!
Hoopla Day at CJ Harris Elementary
Field day at CJ Harris Elementary is known as Hoopla Day! Volunteers are requested to help with a variety of indoor and outdoor activities on Friday, March 6. Activities include bounce houses, Olympic-style events, tug-of-war, bingo, parachute games, and a snow-cone station! Time slots are available from 8:15 am-3:00 pm.
*This requires a background check, which may be completed on the Pearland ISD website.
Texas A&M Singing Cadets Concert
First United Methodist Church invites you to experience an uplifting musical performance of the Texas A&M Singing Cadets as they present their Winter Tour 2026! This internationally acclaimed male chorus promises a musical delight for Aggies and non-Aggies alike. Join us as they present their diverse repertoire and witness the captivating allure of "The Voice of Aggieland" in what is sure to be a spectacular event. The concert takes place in the FUMC Sanctuary on Friday, February 27, at 7:00 pm. Admission is free; we will take an offering during the concert to support this effort. For more information, contact FUMC Pearland @ 281-485-1466.
CJ Harris Elementary Book Fair
The Scholastic Book Fair at CJ Harris Elementary is February 26-March 5. Your assistance is needed with set-up (February 24), cashiering, assisting students, and packing up the book fair. Sign up below to reserve your time slot to help.
Ash Wednesday
We invite you to join us in our Ash Wednesday services, held on Wednesday, February 18. We will have two services, 12:00 noon and 6:30 pm, both in the Sanctuary. We would love for you to join us in a service of liturgy, music, and imposition of ashes as we usher in this season of prayer, fasting and repentance, focusing on spiritual renewal in preparation for the celebration of the Resurrection.
Fat Tuesday
Pass the syrup and join us in the Family Life Center as we celebrate Fat Tuesday, also known as Shrove Tuesday, on Tuesday, February 17, from 6:00-7:30 PM.
This is the time when Christians observe a final day of feasting and revelry before the fasting and sacrifice of Lent to prepare for Christ's resurrection on Easter Sunday. The evening will include yummy food, fellowship and some fun activities for all ages! We will also have special musical guests, The Bayou City Brass Band! This internationally known music ensemble will join us and present an evening of music with a definitive New Orleans Flavor!
The term "Fat" Tuesday refers to using up rich foods/clearing pantries in preparation for the season of Lent. We will be accepting donations for Christian Helping Hands. Suggested items as we observe 'Fat Tuesday' include: Cooking Oil, Sugar, Pancake/Brownie/Cake mixes.
Men In Action BBQ Fundraiser
Come out and support Men in Action on February 8—Super Bowl Sunday—at their annual BBQ fundraiser. Pulled pork sandwiches or by the pound will be available before and after the 8:30 am and 10:45 am services. It is the perfect chance to grab a sack lunch or dinner for the big game. These funds will help Men in Action serve men in the community through their annual Steak Night, scholarships for the Men's Retreat, and many other events. We can't wait to feed your stomachs as we seek to feed peoples souls.
PRESALE: $16/lb
Day of sale (Feb 8): $18/lb
Sandwich combo lunch: $10
Sweetheart Soiree: Parents' Night Out
Calling all PearlandKIDS! Join us on Friday, February 6, from 5:30-8:30 pm for a fun Valentine's party at church while mom and dad treat themselves to a night on the town! Children ages 0-4th grade are welcome. Cost is $25 per child and you can register at the link below. The event is Valentine's themed, so feel free to dress accordingly while we deepen our friendships over crafts, games, and dinner.
Children 0-4 years old will be cared for by Nursery Staff in our Children's hall (Look for your favorite MCP teachers as Nursery Staff!)
Children Kinder-4th Grade will enjoy a movie, craft, games and dinner in our Family Life Center Building
Drop-off and Pick-up will be at our Family Life Center Lobby entrance.
**SPACE IS LIMITED! Registration closes February 2 or when all spots are filled**
We are only taking 10-12 kids per nursery classroom and 20 school-age kids. The event is expected to sell out!
Please contact Stephanie Rodrigues for questions and additional information: stephanier@fumcpearland.org
2026 Women's Retreat
Join us for the return of the FUMC Women's Retreat at the beautiful Round Top Retreat Center from Friday, January 30-Sunday, February 1, 2026—back where it all began!
This year's theme, "Take Heart," invites us to rest, reconnect, and rediscover how God helps us overcome life's challenges. Together we'll share stories, grow in faith, and enjoy meaningful breakout sessions, worship, and fellowship.
Saturday afternoon offers free time to explore Round Top—browse antique shops, enjoy Royers Pie Haven, or simply relax in the peaceful retreat setting. Come ready to breathe deep, be renewed, and take heart in God's goodness.
Star of Hope Coat Drive
Start 2026 by giving the gift of warmth to someone else. You are invited to participate in a Coat Drive for Star of Hope Missions. On Sunday, January 25 and February 1, we will collect new and gently used clean coats—men’s, women’s, and children’s sizes. Collection boxes will be in the lobby of all worshipping communities. The weather is getting colder, and many people could use your support to stay warm. Please join us in supporting Star of Hope, an organization that helps so many people.
Confirmation Preparation Class 2026
Confirmation Preparation is an opportunity to grow, and respond to God's grace in our lives. The classes will meet on Sundays from 5:30-7:30 starting January 11 through April 26 and is open to any student 6th grade or older. During the classes we will dive into essentials of our faith, such as the Holy Trinity, history of the church, baptism, communion, and more!
We will have an orientation meeting on Sunday, January 11, at 5:30 pm in the Assembly Room for parents and students who are planning to participate in our Confirmation class, or are looking for more information before deciding. We will talk about what will happen during the classes, expectations, and answer any questions you may have. Please plan to attend if you have a child 6th grade or older who has not participated in previous classes.
Christmas Eve Services
Join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus in praise and worship at our candlelight Christmas Eve services!
3:00 pm | Traditional Worship, Sanctuary
5:00 pm | NewSong Worship, Family Life Center
7:00 pm | Traditional Worship, Sanctuary
Happy Birthday Jesus Party
Let's Celebrate! PearlandKIDS is hosting our annual Happy Birthday Jesus Party on Sunday, December 21, from noon-1:30 pm in the Memorial Fellowship Center. We will have pizza, birthday cake, games and more!
Holiday Hoopla
Holiday Hoopla is our annual South District LOCK OUT! Come join us for an ALL Night adventure with over 300 students from churches in our district (camp friends). Chaperones and multiple drivers needed through the night!
Hoopla Schedule:
8:15 pm Meet at FUMC Pearland
10:00 pm Bay Harbor UMC
12:00 am Jump World
2:30 am Main Event
5:30 am Pick Up Students at FUMC Pearland
Cost : $40 cash per person (pay the night of the event)
Contact Shannon Garza (shannon@fumcpearland.org) to RSVP by December 14.
Longest Night Service
The Longest Night service is a reflective, quiet worship service for those who find the Christmas season difficult due to grief, loneliness, or other hardships. It acknowledges sadness, loss, and pain, providing a compassionate and communal space to mourn and find hope alongside the traditional Christmas celebrations.
Senior Adult Christmas Luncheon
Snag your favorite Christmas attire, harness your reindeer, and join us Thursday, December 18, at 11:30 am in the Memorial Fellowship Center for our Senior Adult Christmas Luncheon. Registration requested. This is a free event.
Family Light Night 2025
Everyone is invited to Family Light Night on December 14 at 5:30 pm. We will meet at City Hall (Liberty Drive) for refreshments, carols, and a visit from Santa. Then we will load onto trailers and drive through Green Tee to look at Christmas lights together.
Lessons & Carols Service
Join us for a beautiful morning of Lessons and Carols at FUMC Pearland on Sunday, December 14, at 8:45 am and 10:45 am in traditional worship. Experience the wonder of Christmas through beloved carols, choral anthems, and Scripture readings that tell the story of Christ's birth. Come celebrate the season with inspiring music and the timeless message of hope. We hope to see you there!
Pearland High School Kantorei Concert
Pearland High School’s Kantorei chamber choir will present an evening of beautiful choral music at First United Methodist Church Pearland on Friday, December 12, at 7:00 p.m. Join us for an inspiring program showcasing the talent and artistry of these outstanding student musicians in the FUMC Pearland Sanctuary. All are welcome to attend and support the Pearland HS Choral Program!
December Parents' Night Out
PearlandKIDS is hosting another Parents’ Night Out! Register your kids today at the link below!
CJ Harris Elementary Winter Wonderland
CJ Harris Elementary will hold its Winter Wonderland the evening of Thursday, December 11, from 5:30-7:30. Your help is needed to set up; monitor craft stations, games, bounce houses & train rides; helping out with Santa; assist shoppers in the Elf Shop; wrap gifts in Elf Shop; and clean up after the event. Volunteer slots are one hour long.
To sign up, follow the link below. To volunteer, you must also complete a background check through Pearland ISD.
For additional help registering to help, please contact John in the church office or email Yvonne Edwards at yedwards563@gmail.com.
CJ Harris Elementary Elf Shelf
CJ Harris will sponsor Elf Shelf on Mon., Dec. 8, through Fri., Dec. 12. This is a small in-school store where students can purchase Christmas gifts for their loved ones. They need friendly volunteers to help assist the students as they shop for the special people in their lives, as well as to help wrap gifts!
To sign up, follow the link below. To volunteer, you must complete a background check through Pearland ISD.
For additional help registering to help, please contact John in the church office or email Yvonne Edwards at yedwards563@gmail.com.
Men In Action Dinner
All men are invited to join us for a Men In Action fellowship dinner on December 5 at 6:30 pm at Taglia Fresh Italian. Each guest will be able to enjoy a special menu consisting of the following for $25.00:
Soft Drink or Iced Tea
Appetizer:
Soup or Salad with Garlic Bread
Entree:
Spaghetti Bolognese
Caesar or house salad w/grilled chicken
Pasta Vodka
Fettuccine Alfredo
Lasagna
Any 10" Pizza
Dessert:
Scoop of Gelato or Chocolate Chip Cookie
Sign up required to ensure restaurant is prepared for the number of guests.
Women's Ministry Christmas Singo Bingo Party
Join us for a joyful and laughter-filled evening as our Women's Ministry hosts a festive Singo Bingo Christmas Party! Get ready for a fun twist on bingo using your favorite Christmas tunes—plus great fellowship, music, and exciting prizes!
This is a FREE community event open to all women!
We'll enjoy a potluck-style spread, so bring an appetizer or dessert to share. Let us know what you plan to bring at the link below. Drinks will be provided.
📅 Date: December 4
⏰ Time: 6:00-9:00 PM
📍 Where: Memorial Fellowship Center
Come celebrate the season with friendship, good food, and holiday cheer. We can't wait to see you there! 🎄✨
Giving Tuesday
After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, there’s Giving Tuesday—the day we give back to the non-profit organizations that are vital to our community. FUMC Pearland is vital to our community and the best thing we can do for our community is to come alongside people as we show them how we Love God and Love Others. Your financial support allows our ministries and programs to reach out into our community to share the love of Jesus!
This year, we have an extraordinary opportunity for you to join this effort, particularly if you haven’t been able to financially support the church in 2025. We have received an offer for our church to receive matching funds for any gifts we receive on Giving Tuesday! As a special bonus, that offer includes a double match of funds for first time gifts! This gives everyone the opportunity to those of you who have not been able to make a contribution, whatever the amount, an opportunity to have that contribution doubled by this extremely generous offer. Join me as we make the most of this extraordinary opportunity! Save the date and join the movement on December 2, 2025!
2025 Thanks Give Away
It's time for FUMC Pearland's annual "Thanks Give-Away Day" designed to provide holiday meals to our neighbors in need, and we need you to help make this event a success! The event will be on Saturday, November 22, but we will need lots of help before then.
Volunteer Opportunities
October 26, November 2, November 9: Grocery lists available
November 16: Unloading/delivering food in the MFC parking lot
November 17 & November 18: Food sorting, setting up stations, putting baskets together
November 19 & November 20: Setup for event
November 22: Greet recipients, assist shoppers, deliver baskets
Bright Wishes (Formerly Angel Tree)
We partner with Pearland ISD in an effort to provide Christmas Gifts to children and students through Bright Wishes, their program formerly known as Angel Tree. We still have tags and bags available. They may be obtained in the lobbies of the Sanctuary and the Family Life Center. We ask that you pick a child from their list, spend around $50, wrap the gifts, and place them in a bag with their label. Bring the gifts to the church by November 30. Thank you so much for sharing Christ's love with these children and students.
Christmas Poinsettias
Purchase a poinsettia plant in honor or memory of those special persons in your life. These poinsettias will decorate our Sanctuary and Family Life Center Worship spaces and lobby areas. Plants are $12.00 each and can be taken after the December 24 services to decorate your home, delivered to a loved one or to be planted for next year.
Deadline to order is Sunday, December 14.
If you have any questions, please contact the church office or Charlotte Flader 281.485.1466, charlottef@fumcpearland.org
CJ Harris Elementary Book Fair
CJ Harris' fall book fair will be held Friday, November 7, through Friday, November 14, during regular school hours. You can help the librarian by volunteering your time to assist students with making their purchases.
Sign up at the link below. You may also contact Yvonne Edwards at yedwards563@gmail.com or call John McClure in the church office.
To volunteer, you must also complete a background check through Pearland ISD.
CJ Harris Trunk or Treat 2025
C.J. Harris will host Trunk or Treat for students and their families on Thursday, October 30, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. To help out, we will begin collecting candy donations Sunday, October 12, at all services. Look for the purple and black checked boxes to make your contribution. Candy will be collected through October 26.
Additionally, FUMC Pearland will provide an additional 2-3 decorated car trunks for the evening. This entails arriving by 5:00, decorating your vehicle, and passing out candy to all of the Trick-or-Treaters. We had so much fun last year talking with the children and parents and admiring all the costumes! If you are interested in decorating a trunk, sign up below.