first united methodist church of macclenny has a long history of creating an atmosphere of acceptance into a fellowship of believers striving for unity, love, hope, and peace. we are growing together on a path that has many different directions; however, we are seeking guidance through fasting, studying, listening, and sharing god’s purpose and plan. a country church with friendly people caring and sharing in the power and healing hand of our lord jesus christ. all are invited to come and see. advent - day 1 - the candle of hope today we light the first candle of advent, the candle of hope. (light candle) we put our hope in the one to come, the promised one who comes from god to bring good news of salvation. we hope in the one who will lead us to walk in the light of the lord. we hope he will not let us live in dark valleys, but on the high mountain of god. we light this candle in hope. on this day, we remember to hopefully look for the coming of christ.