Start your holiday season with a magical morning at Breakfast with Santa! Enjoy a delicious all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast with sausage, paired with a cozy hot chocolate bar that’s perfect for the whole family.

As the holiday season approaches, we are excited to continue a generosity tradition at Arapaho UMC. #GivingTuesday is an opportunity to support the important work God is doing through the missions and ministries at Arapaho and you are invited to consider making a special end-of-year gift to help support the church as we enter the Advent season together.

Have you ever wished you could connect more easily with your immigrant neighbors—but weren’t sure where to start? On December 1, from 6:30-8:00 pm, come be a part of an evening of learning and inspiration as we explore how Arapaho UMC can partner with La Mirada and the Richardson Adult Literacy Center to launch an ESL (English as a Second Language) program in our community.

What happens when faith meets the border? This fall, Pastor Cathy joined a group of about fifteen members from our Let’s Talk Race ministry on a pilgrimage to El Paso and Juárez—a journey of listening, learning, and witnessing the complex realities of life along the U.S.–Mexico border.

On Friday, November 21 at 5:30 pm in Room 40, come gather for Meal and a Movie, featuring the beloved classic It’s a Wonderful Life. Bring your favorite dish, snack, or dessert to share as we enjoy a relaxed potluck-style dinner together before the movie begins. Then settle in with friends—new and old—for a heartwarming story that reminds us of the power of kindness, community, and the impact one life can have on so many others.

You’re invited to join us for an evening of conversation and connection over dinner at Manny’s Tex Mex (Coit & Campbell Roads) on Tuesday, November 18 at 6:30 pm. We’ll be discussing Our Hearts Were Strangely Lukewarm, a short and engaging book by Rev. John Elford, retired elder from University UMC in Austin, Texas.

Earlier this year, Arapaho UMC partnered with Dallas Area Interfaith (DAI) as part of a growing movement of local congregations working together to address issues like early childhood education, housing, and immigration. Since then, Arapaho members Paula Hall and Flip Miller have been actively supporting DAI’s early childhood education team.

Do you have a song that’s carried you through hard times, lifted your spirit, or reminded you of what matters most? Or maybe you just love to play, listen, and be part of the music. You’re invited to join our Pickin’ Circle…

Parenting is one of the most rewarding and most challenging callings in life. Every parent knows the push and pull of wanting to nurture with love while also setting firm boundaries. Add the complexity of trying to stay on the same page with a spouse or partner, and the work can feel overwhelming. But what if there were tools to help you find clarity, unity, and hope along the way?

We will not meet the rise of white Christian nationalism with silence or compliance. Now is the time for people of moral courage, spiritual imagination, and radical love to come together. A multiracial, multifaith, intergenerational movement must rise—committed to justice, compassion, and strategic resistance.

You’re invited to take the next step on that journey at our October gathering of Journey Toward Racial Justice on Sunday, October 26, at 12:20 pm (after worship) in Room 40.

The curtain rises again for week two of Bible on Broadway! This Sunday, we step into the world of Wicked, the untold story of what it means to be misunderstood—and how love and compassion can transform even the most unlikely hearts. Together, we’ll look at the story of Elphaba and Glinda through the lens of faith, friendship, and redemption, discovering how God works in unexpected ways to bring light where the world sees darkness.

On Saturday, October 25 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm, come enjoy a fun night for the family in the AUMC parking lot. Get in costume, bring your own basket and come collect candy from the uniquely decorated trunks. This is free event provided by the Arapaho Families Ministry. So pack up your kids or grandkids and come enjoy a night of fun.

On Saturday, October 25 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm, come enjoy a fun night for the family in the AUMC parking lot. Get in costume, bring your own basket and come collect candy from the uniquely decorated trunks. This is free event provided by the Arapaho Families Ministry. So pack up your kids or grandkids and come enjoy a night of fun.

The Austin Street team is preparing again to make, deliver and serve food. All of your help is greatly appreciated.

Follow the yellow brick road with us as Bible on Broadway returns to Arapaho UMC! This year, we begin our journey with The Wizard of Oz on Sunday October 19 at 11:00 am, exploring what it means to search for courage, heart, and home. Through scripture and song, we’ll reflect on how faith guides us when we feel lost, how community reminds us we’re never alone, and how God’s grace can always lead us home. The Bible On Broadway: The Wizard of Oz is Sunday, October 19 – 11:00 am either in-person or online at arapahoumc.org/watch

Join us on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 12:30–2:00 pm in Room 1 for an informative session with Rebecca McElwain from Texas Impact. Rebecca will provide an overview of the 17 constitutional amendments that will appear on the November ballot, helping us engage with clarity and intention.

Talking about race isn’t easy, but it is essential. This five-week series, Let’s Talk Race: A Beginner’s Guide to Conversations about Race, offers an accessible introduction to the spiritual, historical, and societal impacts of race in America—and within the church.

Fall fun begins at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 4, when the Arapaho UMC Pumpkin Patch officially opens!

Each year, Arapaho United Methodist Church honors a member of our congregation whose sustained, faithful service reflects the spirit of generosity, leadership, and dedication that strengthens our church community. The Dick Bourne Service Award celebrates individuals whose quiet commitment and outstanding contributions have made a lasting impact. We invite you to be part of this meaningful tradition by nominating someone you believe exemplifies this spirit of service.

In response to the recent flood disaster in Central Texas, Arapaho UMC is joining with UMCOR and our regional relief warehouses to provide much-needed supplies. As these warehouses distribute aid, their resources are quickly being depleted—so we’re stepping in to help replenish them.

This first LGBTQ+ Fellowship Group Gathering will serve as both a time of fellowship and a listening session. Think of it as the starting point for an LGBTQ+ fellowship group—an opportunity to shape what’s next by naming what belonging looks like and how we can continue growing as a community.

The relationship between parent and child shapes so much of who a child becomes—the way they see themselves, how they come to understand God, and how they find their place in the world. This workshop, led by Rev. Shannon Hamrick on Wednesday, September 24 at 6:00 pm, will offer parents practical strategies to nurture that bond in meaningful ways.

You’re invited to step into a new season of growth, learning, and connection with our Journey Toward Racial Justice ministry.

This kickoff gathering will be a time of fellowship, vision, and shared commitment as we continue building a more just and beloved community. Lunch will be provided, and a love offering will be received to support the ministry.

This year, North Texas Giving Day looks a little different for AUMC — and in the best way possible. For years, our church has been blessed to be a hub for generosity on this special day. Together, we’ve given, prayed, and invested in ministry that makes a real difference in our community. This year, we are celebrating how that spirit of generosity has grown beyond our walls.

Are you looking for a space to grow in faith, build meaningful friendships, and make a difference in the world? Our new women’s small group offers a monthly daytime gathering focused on fellowship, mission work, and spiritual formation.

Arapaho UMC is partnering with Carolyn Bukhair Elementary to support early literacy among K–2nd grade students, and we are excited to welcome Sonya Parker from Richardson ISD to lead a training for those interested in serving as reading partners. The training will take place on Tuesday, September 9 at 6:30 pm in Room 1 at the church.