Reno First United Methodist Church

Tintabulations Holiday Concert
2025-12-14 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Reno First United Methodist Church, 209 W 1ST ST, RENO, NV, 89501-1202, United States
Tintabulations presents “Carols of the Bell”
A pulsating glow streaks across the night sky — a trail of neon green shimmer, perhaps a shooting star… or maybe something far more festive! Could it be Santa’s sleigh upgraded to a 1950s Woody, decked out in dazzling lights and packed with gifts of music and cheer? Listen closer… those aren’t reindeer hooves — it’s the ringing of bronze bells echoing joy through the winter air!
As the holidays approach, the air fills with familiar melodies that awaken treasured memories. The pealing of bells, the glistening of silver, the warmth of community song — these sounds tell stories that bind us together through the season. “Carol of the Bells,” originally composed by Mykola Leontovych, captures this very spirit: the joy, the anticipation, and the togetherness that define our holiday traditions.
This year, Tintabulations Handbell Ensemble invites you to experience Carols of the Bell — an exuberant holiday concert exploring the meaning behind our favorite carols and the stories they tell. From timeless classics to fresh arrangements, each piece celebrates the wonder, humor, and heart of the season.
Audiences will be transported through songs that have become part of our collective holiday soundtrack — reminders of gathering, giving, and rejoicing. With the ensemble’s signature artistry and sparkle, Tintabulations will deliver a performance that is both nostalgic and refreshingly new.
Join us for an extravagantly cheery holiday concert that promises to warm your heart, lift your spirit, and maybe even make you believe — just for a moment — that Santa really is cruising the northern Nevada skies in a neon-lit sleigh full of sound and light.
All performances are free of charge; donations are cheerfully accepted to support the ensemble’s mission of promoting handbell artistry and music education.
For more information, visit our website at www.tintabulations.com.

Ash Wednesday
2026-02-18 07:30 - 20:30 | Reno First United Methodist Church, 209 W 1ST ST, RENO, NV, 89501-1202, United States
Open Sanctuary February 18- 7:30-8:15AM & Noon-12:45PM
Ash Wednesday is both confession and calling. We kneel acknowledging our mortality, and we rise recommitting ourselves to God’s work of healing the world. The ashes do not end the story. They mark a beginning—a forty-day journey of prayer, fasting, self-denial, and courageous love. We trust that God will “leave a blessing,” that even now God is creating something new within us and among us.
You are invited to begin this holy journey by receiving the imposition of ashes at Reno First United Methodist Church. Services will be held between 7:30AM & 8:15AM and from Noon-12:45PM. We will create a space for prayerful reflection. You may drop in for a short break or stay for extended prayer. Come as you are. Come weary, hopeful, grieving, longing. Together, let us tell the truth about our brokenness—and together, let us turn again toward the mercy of our Creator and Redeemer.

Lack of Talent Show
2026-02-21 18:00 - 20:00 | NV
The Lack of Talent Show has been staged each of the last 25 years. The intent is to provide a gathering of church folks to enjoy each other’s talents, or the lack thereof. We have never turned anyone away who wanted to perform/present at this function.
Folks do not have to be in an act- anyone is encouraged to show up and watch if they wish to. All are asked to bring some form of potluck dinner item for all to enjoy. Potluck at 6:00, showtime at 6:30ish.
Please reach out to Gary Ray or to the church office (RFUMCOffice@gmail.com) to let us know if you would like to preform.

Iftar Dinner
2026-02-28 17:15 - 19:30 | NV
Our Turkish/American brothers and sisters from the Silver Sage Foundation again have invited RFUMC to host an Iftar Dinner during Ramadan. We will join together to break the daily Ramadan fast, with SSF members providing all food and drinks. We provide the facility and help with setup/cleanup. Friends from the Interfaith Council will also attend.
Iftar is the fast-breaking meal observed each evening at sundown during the holy month of Ramadan. The Interfaith Iftar Dinner provides an opportunity for the entire community to join our Muslim friends in breaking their Ramadan fast. The event includes a traditional Middle Eastern-Turkish meal, along with presentations by community peacemakers.
RSVP is required for this event so that we know how many people to prepare for. Please RSVP HERE or reach out to the church office at RFUMCOffice@gmail.com for assistance.

Good Friday Service
2026-04-03 17:00 - 18:00 | NV
Good Friday Service at Reno First UMC will be centered around Jesus’ seven last words. With prayer, reflection, and music from the Chancel Choir, this service is solemn and meaningful. Service will be held in the sanctuary at 5:00PM.

Easter Sunday
2026-04-05 | Reno First United Methodist Church, 209 W 1ST ST, RENO, NV, 89501-1202, United States
Our Easter Sunday Service on April 5 is sure to be a special and joyous day!
During the 10:00AM Traditional Worship Service, we will have a combined youth and adult choir accompanied by guest instrumentalists. There will also be a special performance from the handbell choir. This will be a family worship service and youth and children are encouraged to stay in worship service . We’ll have fidget bags available for all ages and the nursery will be open to those who need.
After worship there will be an Easter egg hunt and activities for youth and children in the downstairs children’s wing.

Mission U 2026: Experiencing Emmanuel
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-30 | St Paul’s United Methodist Church, 1660 Grandview Ave., Reno, NV, 89503
Mission U 2026: Experiencing Emmanuel
Friday, May 29-Saturday, May 30 at St. Paul’s UMC
Registration due Sunday, April 19
Interested in deepening your faith in community? Gaining experience interpreting Scripture? Working toward healing for yourself, your community, and all of creation? Mission U is for you!
Mission U is United Women in Faith’s transformative education program. This program is designed to inform, motivate, and enrich our commitment to being in mission and ministry for a more just and equitable world. This year’s Mission U for the Great Northern District will be held Friday, May 29-Saturday, May 30 at St. Paul’s UMC (1660 Grandview Ave. Reno, NV). There is a registration fee of $100. You can make payment and access the registration form HERE. Registration is due Sunday, April 19. Email the church office for registration assistance at RFUMCoffice@gmail.com. Mission U is multi-generational and has programming for youth starting at 12 years old!

REGISTER HERE
