In May of 2220, the FUMC Church Council approved the leasing of space to A Special Blend, a non-profit coffee shop that employs adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We are excited to welcome them into the portion of the Allred Center adjacent to the parking lot currently used for storage. Renovation has begun to rework the space into a place where the community will gather and lives will be transformed!

This project is a beautiful way to link the strong history that First UMC has with adults with disabilities. The Bland Sunday School class led by Emily Bland, ministered to adults with physical and mental challenges for many years. A Special Blend Coffee Shop is a new way for the church to live out our value of welcoming and serving alongside special adults.

This will be the second location for A Special Blend, with their original shop in Greensboro. Check out their website to discover what a terrific ministry this will be to have on campus, and stay tuned for more updates on the renovation!