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A Message from Rev. Sherri Reynolds
Welcome to First United Methodist Church of Gadsden
I am thankful for all those engaged in the life of First United Methodist Church of Gadsden, including you. This church is more than a location at the corner of 5thStreet and Chestnut Street in Gadsden, Alabama. We are the body of Christ, rooted in Jesus and the heart of the city to reach people with God’s love.
You will find opportunities for worship (5:30 pm on Thursday, 9:00 am, and 11:00 am on Sunday), learning, mission, and fellowship. You also will find spaces to serve the larger community and develop a deeper relationship with others and Jesus. The congregation is a welcoming place, reflecting the diversity of the Body of Christ and offering opportunities for all ages to grow in discipleship.
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Rev. Sherri Reynolds
SHP Community Bed Build, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
About Michelle Thomas
Michelle Thomas is a woman with many titles. Wife. Mother. Comedian. Speaker. Native Texan. Georgia Transplant. Lover of Jesus, sweet tea, carbs and yoga pants. Hater of cardio, sharing food and real pants.Comedy:
At the young age of 19, Michelle entered the world of stand up comedy, with her first performance at the Addison Improv on Halloween night in 2001.From a wide eyed teen working every open mic within a hundred miles, performing for little to no (usually no) money to a nationally touring stand up comedian and speaker, it's been a wild ride to say the least!She has spent the last 20 years performing across the country for colleges, churches, theaters, comedy clubs and over 150 corporate clients.In 2022 Michelle released her debut children’s book, Tater Goes To School which is available now on Amazon.
At the young age of 19, Michelle entered the world of stand up comedy, with her first performance at the Addison Improv on Halloween night in 2001.From a wide eyed teen working every open mic within a hundred miles, performing for little to no (usually no) money to a nationally touring stand up comedian and speaker, it's been a wild ride to say the least!She has spent the last 20 years performing across the country for colleges, churches, theaters, comedy clubs and over 150 corporate clients.In 2022 Michelle released her debut children’s book, Tater Goes To School which is available now on Amazon.
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