First United Methodist Church of Little Rock, Arkansas Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:26:33 -0500 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2612386 en-us © 2026 First United Methodist Church of Little Rock, Arkansas yes d862af1e-f03a-50f8-8207-9c7ff2116dc4 First United Methodist Church of Little Rock episodic false Welcome to First Church, a vibrant, historic Methodist congregation in downtown Little Rock, Arkansas.

Here, you are a child of God, created in the Divine Image—fully welcomed, affirmed, and included. Not despite who you are, but because of it.


We are committed to being good neighbors and to helping our city become a place where all of God’s children can THRIVE—growing in Trust, Health, Relationship, Imagination, Value, and Education.

Because when one is welcomed, all are welcomed. And together, as the Body of Christ, we participate in God’s work of transforming the world.


We’d love for you to join us this Sunday. We can’t wait to meet you.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) First United Methodist Church of Little Rock https://storage.buzzsprout.com/gm368n7v8rgov07m3olsoy5phsoa?.jpg First United Methodist Church of Little Rock, Arkansas https://www.buzzsprout.com/2612386 Living in the Light Living in the Light Was there a moment when you realized your faith journey was your own, and not just what you'd been taught? This sermon explores those moments when we embrace our personal relationship with Christ. Share your own story here. https://fumclr.org/storiesoffaith/

]]> Was there a moment when you realized your faith journey was your own, and not just what you'd been taught? This sermon explores those moments when we embrace our personal relationship with Christ. Share your own story here. https://fumclr.org/storiesoffaith/

]]> First United Methodist Church of Little Rock Buzzsprout-19395781 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0500 793 full false The Lessons I've Learned The Lessons I've Learned  As she prepares for her next chapter, Rev. Brittany reflects on the lessons she has learned during her time at FUMCLR. From the importance of relationships and community to moments of growth, challenge, and grace, she shares how God has shaped her ministry and faith through the people and experiences of this church family. 

]]>  As she prepares for her next chapter, Rev. Brittany reflects on the lessons she has learned during her time at FUMCLR. From the importance of relationships and community to moments of growth, challenge, and grace, she shares how God has shaped her ministry and faith through the people and experiences of this church family. 

]]> First United Methodist Church of Little Rock Buzzsprout-19349850 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0500 802 full false Am I Striving? Am I Striving? For centuries, women of faith have been asking themselves, “Am I a Mary or a Martha?” as though one answer were better than the other. This sermon revisits Luke 10:38–42 and suggests that both sisters are faithful disciples. Rather than choosing between service and devotion, Jesus invites Martha—and all of us—to a holy reorientation, returning our focus from the many things that consume us to the One Thing that gives meaning to them all.

]]> For centuries, women of faith have been asking themselves, “Am I a Mary or a Martha?” as though one answer were better than the other. This sermon revisits Luke 10:38–42 and suggests that both sisters are faithful disciples. Rather than choosing between service and devotion, Jesus invites Martha—and all of us—to a holy reorientation, returning our focus from the many things that consume us to the One Thing that gives meaning to them all.

]]> First United Methodist Church of Little Rock Buzzsprout-19315675 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0500 703 full false The Super Power The Super Power Paul's instructions for how to live the way of Jesus seem like simple common sense. But if you compare these actions to our instincts of fight, flight, or freeze, they are most complex and enlightened behaviors. In light of the world's common behaviors, they are more like super powers.

]]> Paul's instructions for how to live the way of Jesus seem like simple common sense. But if you compare these actions to our instincts of fight, flight, or freeze, they are most complex and enlightened behaviors. In light of the world's common behaviors, they are more like super powers.

]]> First United Methodist Church of Little Rock Buzzsprout-19282335 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0500 694 full false Reflections on the Holy Spirit - Pentecost Sunday Reflections on the Holy Spirit - Pentecost Sunday  What does the Holy Spirit look like in everyday life? In our latest podcast, our pastors — Rev. David Freeman, Rev. Haley Jones, Rev. Brittany Watson, and Rev. Heather Rose — each share a unique reflection on the Holy Spirit and how it moves in our lives, our church, and our community. Their perspectives are different, thoughtful, and deeply grounded in faith — offering something meaningful for everyone listening. 

]]>  What does the Holy Spirit look like in everyday life? In our latest podcast, our pastors — Rev. David Freeman, Rev. Haley Jones, Rev. Brittany Watson, and Rev. Heather Rose — each share a unique reflection on the Holy Spirit and how it moves in our lives, our church, and our community. Their perspectives are different, thoughtful, and deeply grounded in faith — offering something meaningful for everyone listening. 

]]> First United Methodist Church of Little Rock Buzzsprout-19248763 Wed, 27 May 2026 13:00:00 -0500 1637 full false Resurrection Revolution Part 5--Living the "Yes" Resurrection Revolution Part 5--Living the "Yes" Our faith in the Living Christ calls us to live completely counter to the world as we know it. The Biblical stories of Jesus and his disciples after his resurrection give us a model for these ways that are counter-cultural and at times radical. In this 5-week series, we'll listen for God's call to disrupt the world with a Living Love. To truly live as resurrection people might even be a revolution. In this second episode, Rev. David discusses Living the "Yes".

]]> Our faith in the Living Christ calls us to live completely counter to the world as we know it. The Biblical stories of Jesus and his disciples after his resurrection give us a model for these ways that are counter-cultural and at times radical. In this 5-week series, we'll listen for God's call to disrupt the world with a Living Love. To truly live as resurrection people might even be a revolution. In this second episode, Rev. David discusses Living the "Yes".

]]> First United Methodist Church of Little Rock Buzzsprout-19204691 Tue, 19 May 2026 14:00:00 -0500 726 full false Resurrection Revolution Part 4--"Keep your Feet on the Ground and Keep Reaching for the Stars" Resurrection Revolution Part 4--"Keep your Feet on the Ground and Keep Reaching for the Stars" Our faith in the Living Christ calls us to live completely counter to the world as we know it. The Biblical stories of Jesus and his disciples after his resurrection give us a model for these ways that are counter-cultural and at times radical. In this 5-week series, we'll listen for God's call to disrupt the world with a Living Love. To truly live as resurrection people might even be a revolution. In this second episode, Rev. David discusses "Keep Your Feet on the Ground and Keep Reaching for the Stars." 

]]> Our faith in the Living Christ calls us to live completely counter to the world as we know it. The Biblical stories of Jesus and his disciples after his resurrection give us a model for these ways that are counter-cultural and at times radical. In this 5-week series, we'll listen for God's call to disrupt the world with a Living Love. To truly live as resurrection people might even be a revolution. In this second episode, Rev. David discusses "Keep Your Feet on the Ground and Keep Reaching for the Stars." 

]]> First United Methodist Church of Little Rock Buzzsprout-19159666 Mon, 11 May 2026 14:00:00 -0500 817 full false Resurrection Revolution Part 3--Raising a Just Community Resurrection Revolution Part 3--Raising a Just Community Our faith in the Living Christ calls us to live completely counter to the world as we know it. The Biblical stories of Jesus and his disciples after his resurrection give us a model for these ways that are counter-cultural and at times radical. In this 5-week series, we'll listen for God's call to disrupt the world with a Living Love. To truly live as resurrection people might even be a revolution. In this second episode, Rev. David discusses Raising a Just Community.

]]> Our faith in the Living Christ calls us to live completely counter to the world as we know it. The Biblical stories of Jesus and his disciples after his resurrection give us a model for these ways that are counter-cultural and at times radical. In this 5-week series, we'll listen for God's call to disrupt the world with a Living Love. To truly live as resurrection people might even be a revolution. In this second episode, Rev. David discusses Raising a Just Community.

]]> First United Methodist Church of Little Rock Buzzsprout-19142774 Thu, 07 May 2026 15:00:00 -0500 767 full false Resurrection Revolution Part 2--Radical Hospitality Resurrection Revolution Part 2--Radical Hospitality Our faith in the Living Christ calls us to live completely counter to the world as we know it. The Biblical stories of Jesus and his disciples after his resurrection give us a model for these ways that are counter-cultural and at times radical. In this 5-week series, we'll listen for God's call to disrupt the world with a Living Love. To truly live as resurrection people might even be a revolution. In this second episode, Rev. David discusses Radical Hospitality.

]]> Our faith in the Living Christ calls us to live completely counter to the world as we know it. The Biblical stories of Jesus and his disciples after his resurrection give us a model for these ways that are counter-cultural and at times radical. In this 5-week series, we'll listen for God's call to disrupt the world with a Living Love. To truly live as resurrection people might even be a revolution. In this second episode, Rev. David discusses Radical Hospitality.

]]> First United Methodist Church of Little Rock Buzzsprout-19092627 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0500 786 full false Resurrection Revolution Part 1--Scars are Signs of Healing Resurrection Revolution Part 1--Scars are Signs of Healing Our faith in the Living Christ calls us to live completely counter to the world as we know it. The Biblical stories of Jesus and his disciples after his resurrection give us a model for these ways that are counter-cultural and at times radical. In this 5-week series, we'll listen for God's call to disrupt the world with a Living Love. To truly live as resurrection people might even be a revolution. In this first episode, Rev. David discusses how Scars are Signs of Healing.

]]> Our faith in the Living Christ calls us to live completely counter to the world as we know it. The Biblical stories of Jesus and his disciples after his resurrection give us a model for these ways that are counter-cultural and at times radical. In this 5-week series, we'll listen for God's call to disrupt the world with a Living Love. To truly live as resurrection people might even be a revolution. In this first episode, Rev. David discusses how Scars are Signs of Healing.

]]> First United Methodist Church of Little Rock Buzzsprout-19052257 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0500 758 2026 1 full false