8:30 and 10:50 Traditional Services, Canyon Campus

July 19, 2026

Urgency over Excuse: The Cost of "Later"
Not What I Wanted to Hear

Welcome to First Methodist Church! We are so glad you are here. Whatever your week has been like, whatever your life has been like, whatever you look like, and whether you believe what we believe or disagree with us, you are welcome in this place in the name of Jesus Christ.

Have a prayer request? Please text prayer requests to us at (806) 304-5905, or email prayer@firstmethodist.church.

  • Welcome and Call to Worship
  • Passing of the Peace
  • "All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name" 280
  • Affirmation of Faith
  • Gloria Patri
  • "More Love to Thee, O Christ" 588 (v. 1 only)
  • Congregational Prayer Time
  • Children's Time
  • Offering and Announcements
  • Doxology
  • Scripture Reading: Luke 9:57-62, NIV
  • Sermon
  • "Lead On, O King Eternal" 478
  • Parting Blessing

Are You a First-Time Guest?

If this is your first time here, we have a gift for you! Visit the welcome table in the foyer, and a member of our Guest Connections Team (they’ll be wearing a white name tag) will happily assist you. 

Nursery and Childcare

Our nursery is available for infants to pre-k students. We believe in family worship, so your kids are welcome to stay in the worship service with you. We have a time for children during worship where kids are invited to come forward to hear from our children’s ministry team. If your children are joining you in worship, we offer “wiggle bags” filled with activities for your children to do during worship. Wiggle bags may be found in the back of the sanctuary.

What's New at First Methodist

This Saturday: Son of a Gun Trap Shoot: Saturday, July 25, 9:00 a.m., Amarillo Gun Club

Mark your calendars! On Saturday, July 25, you're invited to take part in a safe, fun sport that anyone can take part in, regardless of skill level. Prior to the event, please visit www.amarillogunclub.org to fill out a waiver, and call the church office at (806) 655-2851 to let us know you are participating. For full details, please visit
www.firstmethodist.church/events.

Legacy Sunday: August 9

In August, we're recognizing the longest-standing members of First Methodist Church. If you know of someone who should be recognized, please email laurie@firstmethodist.church.

Community Mission Survey

We want your input on future mission projects and service opportunities in our community. Please take a few moments to complete our mission survey here or by filling out a paper version and placing it in the offering.

Praying for General Conference

The Global Methodist Church's General Conference will be held in Johannesburg, South Africa, August 30 through September 5. Leading up to and during that time, we invite you to be in prayer for those attending and making decisions for our denomination. We will be offering specific prayer points soon, but in the meantime, we invite you to download a prayer guide at www.beautyofholiness2026.org, the official website of this year's General Conference.

Save the Dates

Sages of All Ages: July 30, 10:00 a.m. to noon, parlor
Homecoming Sunday: September 13
Street Party: October 4