Lord's Acre

Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others,
as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.

1 Peter 4:10

What is Lord's Acre?

In the days of western expansion across the United States, local farmers traditionally donated the harvest—or the proceeds from it—of one acre of their cropland to their church. This beautiful custom birthed the concept of the Lord’s Acre, a tradition we proudly carry forward today.
The Lord’s Acre is an incredible annual event that fosters congregational unity and raises vital funds for our community. 100% of the proceeds from our handcrafted items, food sales, and auctions will directly support local community organizations and the mission work of our church.
🗓️ Event Details
  • Date: Saturday, November 7th, 2026
  • Time: Beginning at 9:00 AM
  • Location: First United Methodist Church & Sanford Activities Center
  • Address: 303 S Preston Ave, Van Alstyne, TX 75495


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Our next Lord’s Acre

Saturday
November 7, 2026

🗺️ Event Guide & Layout


Explore everything our festival has to offer across the church campus:



9am-12:30Pm Country Store & Silent Auction
📍 Located in the Gym (Sanford Center)
Browse a wonderful selection of handcrafted goods, baked items, and unique Silent auction pieces.



11am-1pm BBQ Brisket & Pulled Pork + Classic Sides Lunch
📍 Located in Benton Hall (Basement)
Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring slow-smoked brisket, pulled pork, and all the classic sides.  INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SEATING AVAILABLE.


9am-1pm Children’s Games & Activities
📍 Located Outside on the Grounds
Fun for the whole family! Kids can enjoy bounce houses, games, FACE Painting and outdoor activities.



10am-12pm Pictures with Santa 
📍 Located Outside on the Grounds
Bring the little ones for a special photo with Santa!



1pm-2pm Live Auction
📍 Located in the Sanctuary
Join the excitement and bid on featured items donated by Members & SUPPORTING community BUSINESSES.

Want to get involved? 


We are always looking for volunteers, handcrafted donations, and baked goods!
Contact the church office or fill out our online connection form to see how you can help make this year's event a success.

LORD'S ACRE HELPS SUPPORT:

Meadowbrook Care Center
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Vacation Bible School
tEXOMA fAMILY Shelter
KIDS EAT fREE
Habitat for Humanity OF gRAYSON cOUNTY
SEEK Camp
Sojourners
Honduras Medical Brigade
Gayle's Pantry
ABLE Faith
Special Olympics
FUMC Youth Group
Van Alstyne Methodist Women Scholarships
Van Alstyne Senior Center
Lost Orphans International-Naomi's Village
Meals on Wheels
Foster & Adopt Outreach
Kairos Ministries
hEROES pARK
cHILDRENS aDVOCACY OF gRAYSON cOUNTY
AND MANY MORE...

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