What's Going On

Pastor Katie talks about all the upcoming events and opportunities to get involved in the life of First UMC!

Pastor Katie shares upcoming events in the life of the church and then talks about the good, the bad and the ugly of Artificial Intelligence.

Pastor Katie reflects on All Saints Worship and other upcoming opportunities in the life of the church.

Pastor Katie reflects on many of the church events that have happened in the last couple of weeks.

Pastor Katie visits with the Leadership of our local Habitat for Humanity here in Yankton and Clay Counties. Learn about what they do and how we can volunteer to join them in this amazing work.

Pastor Katie sits down with Yankton Contact Center director Rebecca Meier to talk about their new location, Fashion Show, celebrating 50 years, and upcoming volunteer opportunities!

Pastor Katie sits down with Lydia Giziewski and Susan Schavee to talk all things First UMC Soup Kitchen & Country Store. This annual event is happening on Tuesday, October 21st from 4:30 to 7pm. All are invited!

Pastor Katie sits down with Leadership Team Chair and Finance member Eric Lancaster. They talk about Leadership Team Applications, Estimates of Giving and the joy of serving.

Pastor Katie finished the context series on the podcast due to the sensitive nature of the story of Sodom & Gomorrah found in Genesis 19. What was the sin of Sodom & Gomorrah and what does the context of the culture illuminate the answer to that question?

Pastor Katie sits down with Bob Thue to talk about his recent experience with the Walk to Emmaus spiritual retreat. Please let us know if you are interested in doing a Walk to Emmaus yourself!

Pastor Katie talks about Pastor Book Club on Sept 27, Tuesday Lunch Study, starting September 16th and Sunday Morning Adult Class starting September 14th. Also don't forget to sign up for the Banquet!!

Pastor Katie sits down with Mission Coordinator Carla Hummel to talk about upcoming mission opportunities: The Banquet (Sept 18th) and Loads of Love. They also visit about Bibles & Brews that meets every other Tuesday and more!

Pastor Katie visits with Laurie Bailey about her various roles and projects with First UMC.

Pastor Katie sits down with youth coordinator Tiffany Beste to talk about the upcoming year with the youth of our church.

Back to School Episode! Pastor Katie prays for Yankton School District and hints at exciting opportunities to come.

Pastor Katie is back for Season 6 of What's Going On! She talks about what's happening in the life of the church and shares a bit about her renewal leave.

Pastor Katie talks about the upcoming Dakotas Annual Conference including legislation. She also shares stories about her experience with the Celebration of Life and Ministry Service at Annual Conference. This is the last episode of Season 5. What's Going On will return in August when Pastor Katie is back from Renewal Leave.

Pastor Katie talks about the books she's been reading.

Pastor Katie talks about the Miracle Offering at Annual Conference and brags about the preachers coming this summer.

Pastor Katie shares gratitude for the volunteers of the programs of the church and looks ahead to whats coming up!

Pastor Katie talks about upcoming events in the life of the church: Confirmation, Garden Blessing, and more!

Pastor Katie talks about our vision as a church of 'Hope, healing and belonging.'

Pastor Katie talks about upcoming services, events and recognitions in the church.

Pastor Katie talks about the vows we take at baptism and when we become members of the church.

Pastor Katie talks about using the Wesleyan Quadrilateral as a tool for theological and political discourse.