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The Power of an Uncommon Prayer
Dear Friends, On my bookshelf there is a small little book called Uncommon Prayer. That book has been in shelf for nearly 30 years. When we move that little book moves with us. It will probably be with me until the day I die. If you open the inside cover of the book,... Read More
Audio Technician Position Available
Apply on Indeed Description: The Audio Technician serves as part of the Worship & Arts Team during weekend services to support and enhance the worship experience through sound reinforcement. The Audio Technician configures, operates, and troubleshoots all audio... Read More
Freeze Tag
Dear Friends, I don’t know about you, but everything in life just gets easier when the sun is shining. When we look around and see the first flowers of spring, this idea of new life and new beginnings starts to sink in. Spring is the promise of summer days ahead, and... Read More
The Meaning of Confirmation
Dear Friends, The 11:00 service this Sunday will be a milestone moment for 13 of our young people. For the past year, these young people have been meeting, sharing, learning, and praying together and today they will stand before us and we will confirm the faith that... Read More
Feed the World
Dear Friends, One thing that Royal Oak First is passionate about is feeding people. We take very seriously Jesus’ words, “I was hungry and you fed me.” In taking care of the hungry, we know we are taking care of Jesus. Our feeding ministry takes lots of forms at Royal... Read More
What next?
Dear Friends, What’s next? That is what the disciples were left asking themselves after that first Easter morning and it is what we are still asking some 2,000 years later. We have just finished our journey through Lent and onto Easter. 40 days of looking inward,... Read More
Happy Easter!
Dear Friends, Happy Easter and welcome to Royal Oak First United Methodist Church! We are glad you are here! Easter sits at the center of our faith and at the center of our lives. Here at Royal Oak First, Easter is not just a day or a season. For us, Easter is a way... Read More
The Other Parade
Making Christ’s love real, that’s why Royal Oak First exists. Our purpose is to help people experience real love, build real friendships, and make a real difference. That means that we want everyone who shows up for worship to feel the life-changing, no-holds-barred... Read More
Fred Bowden
In 2009 I came to ROFUM in search of a part time custodial position. Little that I knew at that time is that GOD had a full time career awaiting me in ministry. I was born and raised in Detroit, MI. I grew up in a low income household with a high energy of love with... Read More
Why Does a Church Need Branding?
I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you
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