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Director of Congregational Care Kathy Pena Director of Congregational Care kpena@fumcgt.org Kathy Pena joined the Discipleship Team in July 2013 as the Director of Congregational Care. She serves as the staff representative for several of our caring ministries including lay pastoral care, Stephen Ministry, PALS, and prayer shawl ministry. She contacts persons who are hospitalized and those recovering from illness, injury, and surgery. She leads the staff in praying for the joys and concerns of the congregation. Next Item Previous Item

PRAYER MINISTRY We are a praying congregation, and we covenant to be in prayer for the concerns on the hearts of our community. Here at FUMC Georgetown, we seek to support each other through prayer. There are a number of opportunities for prayer including prayer times in our weekly worship services, prayer in small groups, and praying the labyrinth located on our church campus. Request Prayer Let us know how we can pray for you! If you have prayer requests, please submit them to pray@fumcgt.org . Your prayer requests will be shared with the pastors and the discipleship staff. If you would like your prayer request publicized in FUMC Georgetown communications, please indicate that in your request. If you would like to add a family member or friend to the published prayer list, please ensure that you have that person’s permission. Prayer Groups Prayer Partner Teams Our Prayer Partners ministry consists of teams of three to five people who pray with our pastors before worship and commit to pray for our pastors and staff on a regular basis. We are committed to growing and expanding our prayer ministry to bless our entire church family and provide critical prayer support for our church’s mission of “Living Out God’s Love Everywhere We Go.” Prayer Shawl Ministry Team Our Prayer Shawl Ministry Team meets weekly on Thursday mornings at 10:30 AM to pray for the needs of our congregation, to work on our knitting, crocheting, and quilting projects, and to pray over our completed shawls and lap robes. Our beautiful shawls are available for anyone who would be blessed by receiving one. For more information or to join, contact kpena@fumcgt.org. Centering Prayer Group Our Centering Prayer Group provides an opportunity once a week for group study and reflection followed by a 20-minute period of silence. They meet on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM at the Wesleyan Independent Living Chapel. The purpose of the group is to help people develop a closer relationship with God. They use the method taught by Contemplative Outreach and maintain an affiliation with Heart of Texas Contemplative Outreach. They find that praying in the centering manner together is very helpful for inviting God to be present within them and making them what God intends for them to be. Prayer Labyrinth Located next to the MCMC, the prayer labyrinth is a winding path that leads unerringly to the center where you are invited to stay and pray. When you are ready, turn around and walk the same winding path out again. As you complete your prayer walk and walk back out to the edge you may feel a new sense of empowerment to love God and love your neighbor. The prayer labyrinth can help calm the mind, relax the body, reduce stress, and provide space that helps guide your mind and heart in prayer. Function follows form; this form, the prayer labyrinth, leads your mind to new places in prayer. The path is a metaphor for a journey with God in which you can trust God every step of the way.

DISASTER RELIEF The Disaster Relief team at First United Methodist Church Georgetown is dedicated to providing critical support and assistance in the wake of emergencies. When disaster strikes, United Methodists have a long legacy of helping their neighbors and communities, and this team continues that tradition by offering aid, resources, and compassion to those affected. Through coordinated efforts and a spirit of service, they work tirelessly to bring relief and hope to those in need. See below to learn how we use our hands and feet to 'Live Out God's Love Everywhere We Go.' For more Information or to Volunteer with the Disaster Relief teams, email DisasterRelief@fumcgt.org or call (512) 863-2370. Do Not Self Deploy to Disaster Areas

On May 14th, we had the opportunity to see and hear the Rwandan Youth that FUMC Sponsors: Meet Claudine and her family. She is a part of FUMC's Unity Group in Rwanda. ZOE Empowers Since 2023, First United Methodist Georgetown has partnered with ZOE Empowers, an organization that equips orphaned children and youth-led families with solutions to overcome extreme poverty -for good. Zoe Empowers equips orphaned and vulnerable youth to overcome poverty for good through a three-year, community-based empowerment program. Through mentorship, education, vocational training, and support, youth are equipped to become safe, healthy, and financially independent while building sustainable futures for themselves, their families, and their communities -knowing they are deeply loved by God. ZOE'S Beginnings Founded in 2004 in response to the HIV/AIDS crisis in Zimbabwe, Zoe Empowers began through feeding programs, medical care, and relief efforts for vulnerable children. In 2007, Zoe was introduced to a radically new way of empowering orphaned kids and youth-led families to become self-sufficient. This approach was designed by Epiphanie Mujawimana with a group of Rwandan social workers responding to the 800,000 orphaned children created over 100 days during the 1994 genocide. Rather than creating long-term dependency on aid, Epiphanie and her team focused on helping youth-led families become self-sufficient through a three-year, community-based program where participants lead their own journey out of poverty. Today, Zoe Empowers has impacted more than 246,300 vulnerable children across 11 countries, with each program locally led and community-driven. Meet our ZOE Youths Stars Beginning in January 2024, our "Stars" group is comprised of 32 households and 83 orphaned youths in Rwanda. As they enter the last year of the ZOE Program, all the families are eating 2 meals a day, and all the siblings are back in school with health insurance. Many are actively growing food and livestock businesses, and are becoming more self sufficient. They are thankful to God and refer to FUMC Georgetown as 'their parents.' Unity Comprised of 26 households (90 youths and children) our Unity group is entering their final year in the ZOE program. These youths are solidifying their income projects, with 85% of their businesses expanding! They are now able to provide for the basic needs of their families (food, housing, medical insurance.) They prepare and eat regular, nutritious meals for their families. Good hygiene is critical, and most have repaired or built latrines to maintain their hard-won health. Supreme Beginning in January 2025, this third group is comprised of roughly 93 youths and children from 20 households. They are still quite vulnerable, but have already received training in business, agriculture, and livestock. They can grow their own food and sell any unused food for more income. Their training in health and hygiene aims to reduce waterborne illnesses, prevent teenage pregnancy, and avoid the spread of HIV. Government health insurance covers their needs, and any unsafe housing have been repaired or they have moved into a “new” home. Unity (26) Started in 2026, our newest ZOE group has just begun their ZOE Empowers trainings. This group is comprised of 30 households and a total of 99 youth and children. We are excited to share their progress soon! ZOE and FUMC Learn about our history with the ZOE Empowers Ministry. 2023 Christmas Eve Offering Starting with our Christmas 2023 offering, we aimed to support a single group of orphaned youth for one year of the ZOE Empowers program. Due to the immense generosity of this church, we were able to raise enough to support our first group for the full three years, plus enough to begin to support a second group into their first year of the ZOE Program. 2024 Christmas Eve Offering For our 2024 Christmas Eve Offering, we continued to give away our entire Christmas Eve Offering, which finalized our commitment to our second group of Rwandan youth, and gave us the ability to begin a third group. 2025 Christmas Eve Offering For Christmas 2025, we were able to finalize our 3-year commitment to our third group, as well a fully fund a fourth group of Rwandan Youth all through the three years of the Zoe Empowers program. This means that in three years of Christmas Eve Offerings, FUMC Georgetown was able to fully fund four groups of orphaned youth in Rwanda. 2026 Trip to Rwanda In February 2026, we sent 5 members of FUMC Georgetown to Rwanda to witness firsthand the impact of ZOE Empowers and meet some of our youths in person. 2026+ The Future This Christmas, we hope to once again give our entire Christmas Eve offering to Zoe Empowers. Thank you to all have supported this important mission, and to those who will contribute their support in this year’s Christmas Eve offering. ZOE Empowers in Rwanda Rwanda is one of 12 countries where the ZOE Empowers mission works. For decades, the global response to help orphans in Rwanda has been largely relief-based, yielding recipient dependency, donor frustration, and little transformation to support children in their area of need. ZOE Empowers works to identify vulnerable youth outside of the major cities, bicycles and motorcycles provide the bulk of transportation for food, materials, people and water. Identifying Vulnerable Youth Vulnerable youths start as outcasts, homeless, and hungry. They are invited into peer groups by local community leaders. The groups help them develop a sense of safety, community, and trust. Weekly Training Classes Each week, the Heads of Households gather for a training meant to educate and uplift. Zoe Empowers focuses on 8 key areas of education. If an individual in the group stumbles, their peers lift them up, help them correct what went wrong, and they continue on their developmental path. They find their voices, care for each other, and transform their lives and the lives of their communities. At the end of 3 years, the youths 'graduate' and are able to live , safely and independently. They are regarded as leaders in their communities, and they have the training, knowledge and means to sustainably support themselves and their siblings. 8 Key Areas of Training Secure Food & Housing Youth are immediately taught about nutrition, safe food storage, agriculture, and animal husbandry. Within twelve months, they’re growing and buying food, plus selling or sharing surplus. Hygiene & Healthcare Youth learn hygiene and disease prevention, such as hand washing, mosquito net installation, and latrine construction. Many children enter the program suffering from illnesses, so Zoe staff facilitate access to medical care. Child Rights Youth are trained about human rights and gender equality. Up until this point, many participants are unaware they have rights and lack the resources to enforce them. With support from Zoe Empowers and their peers, they become advocates for themselves, and in some cases, receive assistance to seek justice. Access to Education By year three, many of the program participants already have sufficient funds from their business profits to pay for their own education, and their sibling’s, school fees and supplies. Some even go on to attend college and beyond. Business Skills & Financial Fluency Youth receive a small grant at the beginning of the program in conjunction with business training. Children develop a business plan and are provided guidance in executing their vision. Subsequent lessons are given on accounting, investing, and how to leverage their funds for long-term success. Vocational Training Youth are encouraged to pursue individualized training in their vocation of choice using resources from their group, this might include writing a business plan, raising livestock, growing crops, tailoring, beauty shops/barber shops, weaving, transportation and more. Zoe graduates often become mentors in their community and/or employ other vulnerable youth, amplifying the ripple effect of empowerment. Community Reintegration with Agency Youth experience a sense of comfort and belonging in their Zoe Empowers peer group, and their customers bear witness their talents and transformation. As their businesses succeed, the children grow increasingly independent and confident. Spiritual Strength While Zoe Empowers is a religiously non-restrictive program, children experience the gospel in both action and words in ways that are always inviting but never coercive. The majority of participants find joy and meaning in collective prayer and feel confident attending worship. ZOE Empowers Case Studies Jean Marie FUMC first met Jean Marie in 2024 when he was selling 6 live chickens at local markets. By 2026, he had 20 chickens on his bike, ready to sell them to restaurants in a major city (Huye) (who-yee). He was taller and healthier. His business, now thriving, includes 60 chickens, one cow, 2 pigs, 2 goats, and 12 sheep. His family eats 2 meals a day. He owns a bike, and his dream is to own a motorbike to improve his deliveries. Ettiene Ten years after graduating from Zoe Empowers, Ettiene employs over 100 full-time Zoe graduate basket weavers with a fair, living wage weekly, fulfilling large orders and exporting. In 2014, he was exporting through a distributor for Target in the US. Get Involved with ZOE Empowers Give Monthly Pledge a monthly amount to help empower our Rwandan Youths. Empower a Half Group Pledge $4,750/year for 3 years. (30+ vulnerable youth) Empower a Whole Group Pledge $9,500/year for 3 years. (60+ vulnerable youth) Visit our ZOE Youth Interested in traveling to Rwanda to witness the impact firsthand? And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:24

MUSIC MINISTRY At the center of the FUMC Music Ministry is worship. We offer a diverse array of opportunities for individuals of all abilities and interests. Our hope is that everyone who participates will deepen their connection with Christ and experience God’s unconditional love. Please contact Marc Profant, Director of Worship Arts at Music@fumcgt.org for more information or to get involved in our Music Ministry! Chancel Choir The Chancel Choir sings at the 8:30 AM and/or 11:10 AM worship services in the Sanctuary from September through June. The Chancel Choir also presents larger works with instrumental accompaniment during the major occasions of the church season, including Advent, Christmas, Holy Week, and Easter. All musical levels are invited. Chancel Choir rehearsals are Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:00 PM during the fall, winter, and spring. If you have thought about joining the choir for the first time or are coming back to the choir after some time away, now is a great time and we would love to have you join us in choir this season! Handbell Choir FUMC Georgetown has an amazing and talented handbell ensemble. The ensemble plays during worship at during special times of the church season in the Sanctuary from September through June. Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 5:30 PM. This talented group of ringers is awesome and has some amazing music to rehearse and share with our congregation. We are always on the lookout for new ringers to join us! Orchestra The FUMC orchestra rehearses on Sundays at 12:15 PM in the choir room immediately following the 11:10 AM service. From tubas to violins to oboes, we have a wonderful group of musicians that come together to play for worship several times throughout the music season under the skillful direction of Mick Pierce. Praise Band Our contemporary praise band, The Stirring, leads the 10:45 AM Contemporary Worship Service in the McKinney Christian Ministry Center. If you enjoy singing along with contemporary music and feel at home in a contemporary service, this group is for you! The Stirring is supported by a group of volunteers who help run the Audio/Visual side of things. If you are interested in getting involved within the contemporary service, please contact mandi@fumcgt.org.

ADULT MINISTRY FUMC Georgetown encourages you—in addition to regular worship—to take advantage of the many Sunday School classes, Bible studies, and opportunities to find a trusted, small group of spiritual friends who will help nurture your growing faith. Groups and Studies Brochure For information on how to participate in any of our Adult groups or classes, email adults@fumcgt.org . Young*ish Have you heard about Young*ish? It's our ministry, for Young-ish grownups. Married, single, with kids, without kids, dog people, cat people... you are welcome to be part of this new and active ministry! Watch the weekly announcements during worship and the newsletter for details about cookouts, Bible Studies, and evenings out around town. For more information, email youngishfumcgt@gmail.com Adult Ministry Adult Sunday School At FUMC Georgetown, we offer a variety of Sunday school classes ranging from discussions, to book studies, to lecture style classes. Most classes meet from 9:45 AM-10:40 AM. Sunday School Adult Groups Looking for community? FUMC Georgetown offers a variety of adult groups for fellowship, service, and connection. From shared interests to life-stage support, there’s a welcoming group waiting for you. Groups Adult Studies Ready to grow in your faith? Join an adult study to explore Scripture, deepen your spiritual life, and learn alongside others in a supportive, small group setting. Studies Men's Ministry Find your place and your people. Whether you're into Bible study, service projects, sports, golf, meals, or something else -our Men's Ministry has a space for you to connect, grow, and serve. Join a pod, build friendships, and deepen your faith. Whether you're just exploring church life or ready to dive in, there’s a place for you here. Learn about our Men's Ministry Women's Ministry Find friendship, faith, and purpose through our vibrant Women’s Ministry! Connect with other Women in our weekly United Women in Faith (UWF) Circles, join us for fun luncheons, retreats, and other meaningful gatherings throughout the year. There’s a place for every woman here! For more information about events and how to join, email bbergman4331@gmail.com Seniors M&Ms Methodists on the Move (M&Ms) is a Senior Adult Ministry at FUMC Georgetown. This ministry offers retirement aged adults events and activities, such as day trips, serving opportunities, educational speakers, art classes, and much more! The hope is that this ministry will help our Sr. Adults know they are valued in this church, and they will meet new friends, learn new things, explore new places, and reach new people in our community. Seniors Living Smarter Live better. Live wiser. Live more fulfilled. Seniors Living Smarter offer free seminars to equip, educate, and inspire Seniors to make informed choices and decisions around you lifestyle goals. To sign up: visit seniorslivingsmarter.com/seminar, or call 512-682-7339. Seminars are offered on our campus in the MCMC classrooms monthly.

Senior Pastor Rev. Alan McGrath Senior Pastor alan@fumcgt.org Alan grew up in the Central Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. His home church, New World in Arlington, introduced him to Glen Lake Camp, summer mission trips, and youth choir tours. Receiving his first appointment in 1999, Alan has served churches of all styles and sizes from a church start in Mansfield, a multi-staff church in Acton, a country church in Brock, a community-focused Hutto church, and most recently FUMC Killeen serving many military families. His sermons are likely to include encouragements to love our neighbor, serve in the community, and grow in understanding the grace of God open to all people through Jesus Christ. Alan met Traci at the A&M Wesley Foundation and they held their wedding in the chapel at Glen Lake Camp. Traci leads an enrichment program in Georgetown called Treehouse Learning Community. Their oldest son, Pax, loves baseball and basketball while their youngest, Beckett, is usually outdoors creating or learning more about nature. The McGraths love to camp in our Texas State Parks and frequently avoid the summer heat vacationing in New Mexico or Colorado. Next Item Previous Item

Dan Bryan January 17, 1954 - January 21, 2026 I knew Dan as a physician when he was a representative of a pharmaceutical company. He was never in a bad mood; always cheerful and upbeat. He took me fishing several times and nearly always brought Round rock donuts to the office when we had a short visit about his company's products. I knew Dan as a long term member of the Discovery Sunday school class, where he was a member; I would estimate for over 30 years. Once again, his ebullient personality was never failing, and he was famous for bringing donuts even when it was no special occasion. Finally, I knew Dan as a hiking and camping companion. I can still see him, in the early morning darkness as we were leaving for west Texas, with a large Thermos of coffee and a dozen donuts. Needless to say, there was never a quiet lapse in the conversation in that truck for the next 8 hours. He introduced me to Chili Cheese Fritos, which I still take on hiking trips. -Stephen My Friend Sit’n on a tailgate, chew’n Levi Garrett Sprint’n the hills, jog’n the flats, 10Ks for the spirit Tennis with a lefty, ‘Far Side’ golf Studebaker table dances & OU still sucks! Greater Tuna, Vegas, Gary P Nunn Tejano food, Dairy Queen, brisket on a bun Hot rocks, Blizzards, Danny get your gun Nilgai, dove & quail, fish’n Baffin’s drum. And twixt and tween, life‘s blood did gleam With our Clans’ new, lads & lasses. Oh, Danny boy you will be missed Yet be with us when, we raise our glasses. -Doctor Bob Having known Dan since age six, it’s difficult to segregate my thoughts of him focused only on our high school days together. When someone is an oldest, closest, lifelong friend, the task is even greater. And when that person was as much a brother to me as my own siblings, I really could go on and on. Much like a line from one of Dan’s favorite singers - Gary P. Nunn’s song WHAT I LIKE ABOUT TEXAS, ‘I could tell you what I like about Dan (or Texas), but it would take me all night long’. Anyway, I’ll give it a try. Brotherhood is the word that best describes Dan’s place in my life. That feeling I know is shared by many, many of the people we grew up with. From the first grade until we graduated high school, a very fortunate group of us kids had the privilege to know Dan as a friend and classmate. Whether through sports, or school activities or just hanging out in the neighborhood, Dan was so easy to like, and I think he genuinely liked most everyone. He was a bit of a class clown, always ready with a joke. And as noted by many of us… he always laughed at his own jokes! (smile). Dan was just a friendly face we never got tired of seeing. But there was that one time when he performed at a pep rally dressed as a cheerleader… with that AWFUL wig on his head and the hairiest legs in Garland showing under that short skirt… I guess that’s maybe one of the indelible images of Dan I’ll never forget… even if I wanted to! (smile). And I surely won’t forget him as a brother Racoon… a somewhat suspect club of high school boys living it up in the late 60s-70s. Dan was a great kid, a devout man, husband and father, and simply the type of true friend that we all wish for. I have known for all my life that if ever I was in need, Dan would be right there to help. Rest in peace my brother. -Glenn I remember the precise moment I met Dan Bryan. It was the first day of classes at the University of Texas, the fall semester on August 16, 1976, almost exactly 50! years ago. I took the last empty seat in the front row of Dr. Walker’s Small Business Finance class. Dr. Walker began this first class with a question, “What is THE most important goal of all small businesses?” From the back of the classroom an eager student said, “profit”, another said “growth”, someone else said “return on equity”. “Wrong”, said Dr. Walker. The guy sitting next to me in the front row and I both snickered. We had not met before, but our snickering suddenly put us in the professor’s crosshairs together. Alternating his gaze between the two of us, Dr. Walker says, “So, do you two gentlemen have a better answer?” And in perfect unison together we answered, “survival!” “That’s right” said Dr. Walker, “the first goal in any business is survival”. We both earned “A’s” in Dr. Walker's class. And we went on to take many classes together, became College roommates, and -- before we quite realized it -- lifelong friends. After college we both moved to Houston to launch our careers. We shared the experience of raising families, and most importantly, the development of our faith in Jesus Christ. Dan and Marci, along with Dave and Nancy, even hosted Debbie and me on our very first date, -- New Year’s Eve 1978. And we spent many New Year’s eves together after that! What I remember most vividly from that very first day -- 50 years ago -- was Dan’s smile. It was the most infectious smile I’ve ever known -- one of Dan’s true superpowers. His smile initiated friendships instantly. Dan was an incurable optimist. And if Dan was your friend, you were never just an acquaintance. By his example Dan taught us that deep lasting friendships begin with being a friend. As much as Dan liked to talk, Dan listened carefully. If you faced a problem, Dan was there. When there was any celebration, Dan dropped everything to be by your side. I will miss Dan’s big bear hugs more than I can say. Survival matters in business, but Dan Bryan knew that it is friendship that truly endures and defines a life. Dan was my best friend. -Bobby McGee Things about Dan that have made me smile for over 40 years: I'd suggest you have 2 inserts. Great idea. Thanks for asking: Super club in the 80s Watching as Dan helped the refs with their bad calls at UT football games After game phone calls after football games where Dan read the sports page to you Over 30 years of After tax golf outings Having Dan replay his best golf shot of the 100+ he took The gift of telling the same joke you had heard for decades with them same words, voice - and you always laughed again My belief is that God needed a laugh and brought Dan home earlier than anyone wanted Nothing helps you heal after you lose your Dad as having Dan at your front door with a Round Rock Donut -Larry I have worked with and been close friends with Dan for almost forty years. Like many others he worked with he became one of my most influential mentors. During my calls to our work colleagues it was very clear that I was just one of many who claimed Dan as their Mentor. One of those I contacted told me that Dan was not only his Mentor at work but his Mentor for how to live your life. That captures a big part of who Dan was. Dan was good to everyone. Of course, we will remember Dan's engaging personality and his ability to remember and tell us hundreds of jokes, but what I will also remember is that Dan Bryan was one of the best men I have known. I've got tears in my eyes today but when I think of Dan I will have a smile on my face because he always made me smile. Love you Dan, -Gary Dan The Man. Danimal. From our HEB meet ups to grocery shop together, to Thanksgiving Dinners. Thank you for sharing your stories, your love, and your life with us. Your son-in-law's little brother and his family who was always thrilled to be around you. I never really enjoyed the taste of the almond whiskey….but brother I loved and looked forward to it every time you snuck it out of the house! You loved my wife and kids as if they were yours. Thank you. -Jaron Marci, There would never be enough space to fill in the pages of how I felt about Dan. We shared so many great memories of the love of family, music, and sports. I know he made my life so much better with all the Gruene Hall music experience seeing such icons as Loretta Lynn, Charlie Pride, and so many more. There was never a better man than Dan that I would want to fish with. Never a better fellow dad to raise our children with. Sherri, Nicole, Hunter, our families and I are so much better for him being in our lives. We love you. -Tom

Finance Director Honey Habingreither Finance Director honey@fumcgt.org Honey was born and raised in Lufkin - situated deep in the Piney Woods of East Texas. After graduating from Lufkin High School, Honey attended The University of Texas at Austin. Following a brief 1.5 years in Dallas, Honey returned to Central Texas to marry her college sweetheart, Jason, and has remained in the greater Austin area since 2001. Honey and her family have been members of FUMC Georgetown since 2018. Prior to joining the FUMC staff in May 2023, she has enjoyed serving as Treasurer for PTAs throughout Georgetown ISD and booster clubs at Georgetown High School as well as volunteering with student ministries at FUMC Georgetown. Honey also serves as a member of the Micah Workers for Racial Justice at FUMC Georgetown. She is excited to join the staff and will primarily assist Children and Student Ministries. Next Item Previous Item

Contemporary Worship Coordinator Mandi Griffin Contemporary Worship Coordinator mandi@fumcgt.org Mandi is a native Texan and has been a Georgetown resident since 2014. She is a Southwestern graduate and has been an Elementary teacher for the past 18 years. Her love of music has been a theme throughout her life and thankfully led her to join The Stirring in 2015. She has been a member of FUMC Georgetown since then and has been blessed with two boys, Wesley and Justin, who both enjoy the Children’s Ministries at the church. Mandi loves helping with the music during VBS and co-directing Music Camp in the summer. She hopes that her love of worshipping God through music brings joy and peace to our church and the community. Next Item Previous Item

Facilities Director Mike Robertson Facilities Director mike@fumcgt.org Mike has been serving as a day porter at FUMC since 2016. He enjoys his job and especially the people around him (staff and congregation). Mike has lived in Georgetown for 30 years. In his free time, he enjoys doing work around the house and taking care of his cats Next Item Previous Item

Audio-Visual Team Emelia Bruton Audio-Visual Team Emelia is a Georgetown native. She has been attending FUMC Georgetown with her family since 2012. She is the oldest of three children. As a child, she was part of the children’s choir and handbell ensemble and is currently a member of the church orchestra. Before being officially hired, Emelia edited the pre-recorded services posted during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. She continued to do odd jobs during this period, including the production of the virtual chancel choir and church orchestra performances released on FUMC’s Youtube channel. In August of 2021, she was officially hired and began creating the slide presentations used in every worship service. Every Sunday, she can be spotted in the sanctuary balcony, running the slideshow or manning the cameras for that service’s livestream. Emelia is studying English at Southwestern University and plans to graduate in 2025. She works at the Southwestern Library as a library assistant, and the Debby Ellis Writing Center as a writing consultant. She plays French horn and is a member of both the wind ensemble and the Band of Pirates, Southwestern’s pep band. Additionally, she is a member of the service fraternity Alpha Phi Omega and serves on the university’s Honor Code Council. In her free time, Emelia enjoys reading, watching television shows, and thinking very hard about the things she reads and watches. Next Item Previous Item