First United Methodist Church
121 Harrison Ave. SW
Camden, Arkansas
71701
870-836-6871
fumccamden@sbcglobal.net
Encouraging and equipping believers to make disciples through their loving service to all.

Sunday School at 9:30am
Al Rose & Wesley Class meet on the 2nd Floor
Ellen Horseman's Class meets on the 3rd Floor
Young Adult's, Children & Youth Classes meet on the 3rd Floor
Worship at 10:30am in the Sanctuary
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Events this Week!
Wednesday @ 7:00pm - Choir
Friday @ 9:00am - Food Pantry
Sunday @ 9:30am - Sunday School
Sunday @ 10:30am - Worship
Sunday @ 5:00pm - Youth
Monday @ 2:30pm - Doors open to the Great Hall
Monday @ 4:45pm - Sue's Table
Tuesday @ 9:00am - Food Pantry

June 24, 2026
Dear Friends,
Thank you to everyone who made Beth's retirement reception such a wonderful success. I have heard from Beth and she has arrived safely. As you can imagine she is overwhelmed by the unpacking and getting settled into her new home. She is extremely grateful for her time here in Camden and misses all of us tremendously.
On Wednesday, Pastor Ryan stood with Patsy, Ellen, and Larry as his appointment to our church was announced. Pastor Ryan's first Sunday will be on July 5th. I know everyone is excited to meet Ryan, Lyndsey and Emerson. Please make sure to join us and give them a warm welcome to FUMC Camden.
The leadership team continues to tackle the many improvements to the parsonage. The clean-up crew has worked hard to get the yard and house ready for the Bachuss family to arrive. Thank you for all of your hard work.
On Sunday, June 28th, we will welcome Rev. Gary Harrison to the pulpit. Gary grew up in Camden and in this church. He felt his call to ministry from our church and entered the process to be an Ordained Elder in the 1980's. He served numerous appointments, most of which were in South Arkansas, prior to his retirement.
Thank you to Ellen Horseman. Ellen delivered a wonderful sermon on Sunday. Thank you for reminding us that we are made to love.
Thank you to everyone who has stepped up to help me out during this time of transition. Please continue to be patient with me as I am still learning and adjusting to new tasks.
Blessings,
Erin

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Announcement of New Appointment
Bishop Laura Merrill has announced her intention to appoint Rev. Ryan Bachuss as the pastor for Camden First United Methodist Church, effective July 1, 2026. We welcome Pastor Ryan, his wife, Lyndsey, and their daughter, Emerson, into our church family. Pastor Rtan looks forward to being in ministry with the faithful congregation at Camden First United Methodist following the retirement of Rev. Beth Waldrup.
Pastor Ryan has a Bachelor of Science degree from South Arkansas University and an Masters of Theology from Asbury Theological Seminary. He has served Little Missouri UMC, St. Paul/Adkins Memorial UMC in Malvern, and is currently serving at Huntsville/Presley Chapel in Huntsville, Arkansas. Lyndsey is a native of Bearden.
Ryan states that he is excited to walk alongside our church family as they work in the community through their various ministries. I'm also excited that there is a push to build the youth group and the children's programs.



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Sues table and food Pantry
First United Methodist Church has a program called Sue's Table that offers a free meal every Monday night at 4:45 pm . One plate per person no carry outs. We will start serving at 5:00pm. We also have a Food Pantry that is open Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 9-11 am. Thank you.
Our feeding program participate in and distribute USDA TEFAP (emergency feeding assistance program). This organization is an equal opportunity provider and follows USDA nondiscriminatory policies .
We are a USDA distribution site
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Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:
(1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
1400 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20250-9410;
(2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or
(3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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