Welcome Johnna Nichols to our family

Christopher Everson • Sr. Pastor
October 21, 2026

2 Minute Read

This week, we welcome our new Administrative Assistant, Johnna Nichols, to our church family and staff. She has already been hard at work learning our systems and protocols and has joined us for our first Leadership Board Meeting. I’m excited about the experience and passion Johnna has for Jesus and the church, and I hope you will be able to stop by and give her a warm Royse City Methodist Church Welcome.


Johnna Nichol
Administrative Assistant

Hi Friends! My name is Johnna, and I am so excited to be part of the Royse City Methodist Church family! 

My husband, Kirk, and I moved to Texas in 2019 with the intention of retiring, but retirement didn’t last long! Before moving to Texas, I spent nearly 35 years in healthcare leadership, including 15 years as a Business Office Director for multiple UC Health Surgery Centers, followed by other leadership roles in Pediatrics and hospital departments. 

After moving to Texas, I felt it was time to slow down, explore new opportunities, and discover a new purpose for this chapter of my life. I began volunteering and eventually became the Program and Outreach Coordinator for One Man’s Treasure. This experience allowed me to combine my love of serving others with my passion for building relationships and supporting meaningful outreach. One of my favorite parts of this role was working with Missions, Outreach, and Philanthropy Directors at churches throughout the Dallas area. 

My family is my world! Kirk and I have been together for 30 years, and we have one amazing son, Bradly, and three wonderful grandchildren. Our six-year-old twins, Oakley and Charlie, and our 13-year-old granddaughter, Zoey, are the loves of my life! I absolutely love spoiling them, but most of all, I cherish being their Grandma. 

In my free time, I enjoy traveling, volunteering, reading a good book, crocheting toys for my grandchildren, and baking goodies to share with family and friends. 

I am grateful for the experiences that have shaped my journey and for the opportunities God continues to place before me. I look forward to building new friendships, serving others, and growing in faith as part of the Royse City Methodist Church family! 

I’m so happy to be here and look forward to getting to know you all! 

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August 26, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
Week of August 30
Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Sunday, August 30th - 8:45 am: Small Group Ministry Kids Ministry - Age-specific programming starts at 8:45 am at Glenda Arnold ECLC Youth Ministry - Meet in the teacher’s lounge at Glenda Arnold ECLC at 8:45 am Small Groups - Scripture Seekers and Faith Forward meet at 8:45 am at Glenda Arnold ECLC 10 am: Worship - Join us for Sunday service at Glenda Arnold ECLC or online. 6:00 pm: 412 Family Preview Sign up here Monday, August 31st - Tuesday, September 1st - 9am - 12 pm: Good Place Work Day (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer Wednesday, September 2nd - 6:30 pm - Praise Team Practice (Youth Room) Thursday, September 3rd - 1 pm - 7 pm: The Good Place Donation Drop-off- (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 4 pm - 7 pm: The Good Place Sale (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 5:30 pm - 7 pm: Our Daily Bread Food Distribution - (Our Daily Bread House) Sign up to Volunteer Friday, September 4th - 9am - 2pm: The Good Place Workday, (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer Saturday, September 5th - 9 am - 2 pm: The Good Place Sale and Donation Drop Off (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 9 am - 10:30 am: Our Daily Bread Food Distribution (Our Daily Bread House) Sign up to Volunteer Upcoming Events - City Wide Mission Event We ❤️ RC - SEPTEMBER 12 Coming This Fall FAMILY PREVIEW NIGHTS for 412 Sunday Night Ministry Nursery to 5th Grade Want to help out let Ms. Wanda know Sign Up using this link today! Celebrate Ms. Wanda September 13 following Worship at Glenda Arnold ECLC More details to come Life With God Class with Pastor Chris The Life with God series by Grafted Life Ministries is a multi-semester, small-group spiritual formation journey designed to deepen participants' relational connection with God and others. The curriculum guides believers past intellectual knowledge to experience authentic transformation, relational safety, and spiritual fruitfulness in everyday life. Beginning September 17 @ 10amNew here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message Pastor Jay Durton | 1 Thessalonians 1: 4-8 Head’ em Up is an old cowboy call to get the herd up and moving. Life can take us through unfamiliar territory, but God calls His people to a faith that is active and growing. Watch last week’s sermon 👇Watch OnlineSubscribe to our Podcast Community Prayer We carry each other through the spiritual practice of prayer. Here's who we are lifting up this week:How can we pray for you? Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Here Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. ❓Questions or comments for the Leadership Board Services: Sundays at 10:00 AM Glenda Arnold ECLC - 1400 FM 1777, Royse City TX 75189 Next Week: September 6- Pastor Dretha concludes our Round Up sermon series link is here See you soon ☀️

Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

August 19, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
Week of August 23
Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Sunday, August 23rd - 8:45 am: Small Group Ministry Kids Ministry - Age-specific programming starts at 8:45 am at Glenda Arnold ECLC Youth Ministry - Meet in the teacher’s lounge at Glenda Arnold ECLC at 8:45 am Small Groups - Scripture Seekers and Faith Forward meet at 8:45 am at Glenda Arnold ECLC 10 am: Worship - Join us for Sunday service at Glenda Arnold ECLC or online. 6:00 pm: 412 Family Preview Sign up here Monday, August 24th - Tuesday, August 25th - 9am - 12 pm: Good Place Work Day (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer Wednesday, August 26th - 8:00 am: Royse City Chamber - Business During Breakfast (Wesley Hall) 6:30 pm - Praise Team Practice (Youth Room) Thursday, August 27th - 1 pm - 7 pm: The Good Place Donation Drop-off- (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 4 pm - 7 pm: The Good Place Sale (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 5:30 pm - 7 pm: Our Daily Bread Food Distribution - (Our Daily Bread House) Sign up to Volunteer Friday, August 28th - 9am - 2pm: The Good Place Workday, (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer Saturday, August 29th - 9 am - 2 pm: The Good Place Sale and Donation Drop Off (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 9 am - 10:30 am: Our Daily Bread Food Distribution (Our Daily Bread House) Sign up to Volunteer Upcoming Events - City Wide Mission Event We ❤️ RC SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 is the last day to order shirtsOrder Your T-shirt here Coming This Fall FAMILY PREVIEW NIGHTS for 412 Sunday Night Ministry Nursery to 5th Grade Want to help out let Ms. Wanda know Sign Up using this link today! Life With God Class with Pastor Chris The Life with God series by Grafted Life Ministries is a multi-semester, small-group spiritual formation journey designed to deepen participants' relational connection with God and others. The curriculum guides believers past intellectual knowledge to experience authentic transformation, relational safety, and spiritual fruitfulness in everyday life. Beginning September 17 @ 10amNew here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message | Pastor Chris Everson | Hebrews 10: 35-39 In order to get the round-up going, you need to get in the saddle. As followers of Jesus, we know that the strength we receive in the saddle isn’t our strength, but it’s the faith in Christ that leads us on. Watch last week’s sermon 👇Watch OnlineSubscribe to our Podcast Community Prayer We carry each other through the spiritual practice of prayer. Here's who we are lifting up this week:How can we pray for you? Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Here Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. ❓Questions or comments for the Leadership Board Services: Sundays at 10:00 AM Glenda Arnold ECLC - 1400 FM 1777, Royse City TX 75189 Next Week: August 30 - Pastor Jay continues our Round Up sermon series link is here See you soon ☀️

Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor

August 12, 2026 • 4 Minute Read
Week of August 16
Welcome to the weekly roundup 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected over the next seven days. Sunday, August 16th - 8:45 am: Small Group Ministry Kids Ministry - Age-specific programming starts at 8:45 am at Glenda Arnold ECLC Youth Ministry - Meet in the teacher’s lounge at Glenda Arnold ECLC at 8:45 am Small Groups - Scripture Seekers and Faith Forward meet at 8:45 am at Glenda Arnold ECLC 10 am: Worship - Join us for Sunday service at Glenda Arnold ECLC or online. Monday, August 17th - 1-3 pm: Our Daily Bread Produce Day (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 6:30 pm: Church Leadership Board (Wesley Hall) Tuesday, August 18th - 9am - 12 pm: Good Place Work Day (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 10 am: Staff Meeting (Pastor Chris’s office) 2:30 pm: The Good Place Board Meeting (The Good Place office in the FLC) Wednesday, August 19th - 10 am: Coffee and Craft Pumpkin Painting Party SIGN UP HERE 6:30 pm - Praise Team Practice (Youth Room) Thursday, August 20th - 12 - 1 pm: Rotary Noon Meeting (Wesley Hall) 1 pm - 7 pm: The Good Place Donation Drop-off- (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 4 pm - 7 pm: The Good Place Sale (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 5:30 pm - 7 pm: Our Daily Bread Food Distribution - (Our Daily Bread House) Sign up to Volunteer Friday, August 21th - 9am - 2pm: The Good Place Workday, (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer Saturday, August 22th - 9 am - 2 pm: The Good Place Sale and Donation Drop Off (FLC) Sign up to Volunteer 9 am - 10:30 am: Our Daily Bread Food Distribution (Our Daily Bread House) Sign up to Volunteer Special Mission - Help support Glenda Arnold Early Childhood Learning Center as they prepare for the school year. You can drop off items Sunday Morning before or after worship, or bring them to the office. What is needed is listed below Need shopping ideas? Straw POP-TOP no spill water bottle Nap Blanket Nap Mats Upcoming Events - Coffee and Craft Gathering August 19 @ 10 am Wesley Hall Supplies & snacks provided. Sign up by August 3 City Wide Mission Event We ❤️ RCOrder Your T-shirt here Coming This Fall FAMILY PREVIEW NIGHTS for 412 Sunday Night Ministry Nursery to 5th Grade Confirmation Youth Ministry Adult Bible Study Want to help out let Ms. Wanda know Sign Up using this link today! Life With God Class with Pastor Chris The Life with God series by Grafted Life Ministries is a multi-semester, small-group spiritual formation journey designed to deepen participants' relational connection with God and others. The curriculum guides believers past intellectual knowledge to experience authentic transformation, relational safety, and spiritual fruitfulness in everyday life. Beginning September 17 @ 10amNew here? We'd love to connect. This Week's Message | Pastor Chris Everson | Hebrews 10: 35-39 In order to get the round-up going, you need to get in the saddle. As followers of Jesus, we know that the strength we receive in the saddle isn’t our strength, but it’s the faith in Christ that leads us on. Watch last week’s sermon 👇Watch OnlineSubscribe to our Podcast Community Prayer We carry each other through the spiritual practice of prayer. Here's who we are lifting up this week:How can we pray for you? Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. New to our community? No pressure. Today, just be our guest.Give Now Here Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. ❓Questions or comments for the Leadership Board Services: Sundays at 10:00 AM Glenda Arnold ECLC - 1400 FM 1777, Royse City TX 75189 Next Week: August 23 - Pastor Chris continues our Round Up sermon series link is here See you soon ☀️

Christopher Everson

Sr. Pastor