Capital Campaign Update - The project has already begun and is expected to be completed at the end of April.
Funding: Cash received for the Project as of 4/20/25 $193,039.79
Additional 2025 and 2026 Capital Pledges $129,644.15
Total Cash and Pledges Available $322,683.94
Cost of HVAC System and Installation - $260,619
With successful collection of pledges, the church will have enough to support the HVAC project and will be able to reserve some funds for
other maintenance needs.
Since the full cost of the project will be due for payment after installation, we received a generous loan from the United Methodist Foundation that is short term and below prime for up to $120,000 against our pledges. Also, there is no mortgage required for this loan. We will use as much of the loan as needed (as a line of credit) to complete payment for the HVAC project. As our congregation honors its pledges over this year and next year, we expect to completely repay the loan before the end of 2026 and direct additional capital giving to the improvement of our church.
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS
Job Opening: Director of Children’s Ministry: Arab First United Methodist Church is seeking a passionate and dedicated Director of Children’s Ministry to lead and grow our programs for children from birth through 5th grade. This part-time position involves overseeing children's activities, events, and volunteer coordination, all in a Christ-centered and family-focused environment. We're looking for someone with a heart for kids, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to nurturing young faith.
To apply or learn more, please contact Pastor Henry or Pastor Brooke for additional information.
We are so grateful to April Sanford for her dedicated leadership and loving spirit as she has served as our Children's Director. Although she is stepping back as she prepares to teach in the classroom full time, she will continue to be a vital part of our children's ministry and continuing to nurture our children in faith.
Do you have a prayer request? Fill out the connect card, call or email the church office at 256-586-5792 / office@arabumc.org or go to www.arabumc.org/prayer
Pray for: Don Brodersen, Darlene Cooley, Carl Ivey, Dara & David Light, Dylan Rice, Michelle Scott, Barbara Trimble, Lisa Whitlock
Birthdays This Week
April 27 – John Taffar
April 28 – Shannon Griggs
May 2 – Samuel Bishop
Giving & Attendancefor Week – April 20
Worship In-person – 301 | Online/Radio – 78
General Fund Received – $5,301.06 | Year to Date - $141,983.77
Arab First United Methodist Church
1058 North Main Street
PO Box 470
Arab, AL 35016
256-586-5792
www.arabumc.org
