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"Thanks again dear friends...to the FUMCHTASTIC team... for your daily and unselfish service to this wonderful ministry. Your unflinching support and prayers go a long way to making our time on duty, pleasant, meaningful, and rewarding."
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Did You Know?
2010 Volunteer Report
1,271 volunteers
32,612.45 hours worked
THANK YOU!
On April 16, a Legacy Circle luncheon was held in Hardin Hall. The Legacy Circle is a program established to recognize those donors whose have remembered the Children's Home in their will or other estate plan or planned gift. These wonderful people know that they are leaving a lasting "legacy" in support of our mission and ministry. If you would like information on The Legacy Circle, please contact Mr. Mike Cummins, Director of Family Philanthropy at (386) 668-4774.
We continue to welcome mission work teams from local United Methodist Churches. Recently a team from MacClenny UMC did much needed work around campus.
Summer Quest 2011
The summer months offer a unique opportunity to provide our young people with an array of learning experiences. Summer Quest is a comprehensive program that involves the entire campus to help children learn fun, new activities while gaining self-awareness. We hope each resident will discover hidden talents and be challenged to stretch beyond what they think they can accomplish.
Some of the activities include Sports, Pottery, Arts/Crafts, Education Enrichment, Computer Skills, Writing, Campus Service, Spiritual Development, Cooking, Fitness, Wood Shop, Scrapbooking and much more. We are excited about the coming summer and hope that each resident will experience a summer to remember.
Wish List for our Summer Quest 2011
Scrapbooking supplies
Pool supplies
Gym equipment
Funds for gymnastic supplies
Gift certificates to:
Walmart
Sports Authority
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Don't Forget Fifth Sunday
Offerings
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Remember to promote and collect the Fifth Sunday Offering. It is vital to the success of this ministry!
May 29, 2011
July 31, 2011
October 30, 2011
Christmas 2011
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SAVE THE DATE!
2012
Day On Campus
March 17, 2012
Invited Districts:
East Central District
South West District
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Fifth Sunday Offering
May 29, 2011
  
Make every effort to receive a strong Fifth Sunday Offering on May 29, 2011. Your Fifth Sunday support is vital for us to meet our day-to-day needs. If you do not already receive them, but would like bulletin inserts and posters and special pew envelopes, please contact Stephen Hartsfield at stephen.hartsfield@fumch.org or at (386) 668-4774. |
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MAY
National Foster Care Month
May is National Foster Care Month. This is an opportunity for us to recognize all of the wonderful foster parents who open their homes and hearts to children whose families are in crisis. Many foster families adopt the children in their homes when family reunification is not possible, therefore offering permanency and stability for these children. Foster parents leave their mark on future generations, helping to end cycles of neglect and abuse. The need for loving homes continues to grow. The Children's Home celebrated its annual Foster Parent Appreciation Day on May 7, 2011 with a a picnic, games and fun day for all our foster families and children.
If you would like information about becoming a foster or adoptive parent, please contact Shari Schneider, Director of Foster Care and Adoption Services at (386) 668-4774 or shari.schneider@fumch.org.
Our foster care offices serving Volusia & Flagler Counties, Orange & Osceola Counties and Hillsborough County are reaching out into the community to increase the number of foster families that are desperately needed to take care of children and youth in need. The staff at these locations are prepared and willing to come to your church to present a program or talk to any group in your church about foster care. For information call:
Open Hearts Family Services - Orlando
1100 N. Ferncreek Avenue
Orlando, FL 32803
(407) 895-6421
Open Hearts Family Services - Tampa
5030 E. Busch Blvd.
Temple Terrace, FL 33617
(813) 988-2969
Open Hearts Family Services - Volusia/Flagler
51 Children's Way
Enterprise, FL 32725
(386) 668-5223
305 Dunlawton Avenue
Port Orange, FL 32127
(386) 304-9605
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Back to School Drive
Many of you have requested the list of school supplies we need for the new school year that begins in August. We need to begin preparing far in advance in order to have so many residents organized and ready for school. Please schedule your collection date in July, for the supplies to be brought to the Children's Home no later than August 1. Thank you for your interest and support for our young people. This list is not exhaustive. We welcome all school supplies, but these items have been specifically requested by our education department.
School supply needs list for 2011-2012
Activity Fees (field trips, locker fees, etc.)
(Hard) Binders (1"; 1 ½"; 2", 2 ½"; 3")
Dividers (8 per pack)
Dry erasers
Flash Drives (travel drives)
Vinyl letters & Numbers (for school projects)
Copy/Printer Paper
Graphic and Scientific calculator
Planner
Construction Paper
Multi-Color papers
Photo paper
Index Cards
Mechanical Pencils
Pencil Sharpeners
Clear Cover Sheets (for projects)
Small Staples
Hand Sanitizer
Tissue Boxes
Baby Wipes
Art Supplies (tempera paint, sketch paper, art pencil, glitter)
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Seeking
Vice President of Finance
Mr. Gerald McCarthy, our Vice President of Finance, has announced his retirement effective July 29, 2011. Jerry has served the Children's Home for 10 years and will be greatly missed. In your capacity as LCR, please help us publicize this position as widely as possible. This is a senior management position. We are ideally looking for someone who has experience working for a non-profit, preferably in a faith-based setting. You can help us find the best possible person for this important position.
A full job description and qualifications can be found on our website under the employment tab. A resume may be emailed to jobs@fumch.org or faxed to (386) 668-3363. |
COTTAGE CONSTRUCTION PROGRESSING
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Sarah Hunt Home is up and progressing quickly. The foundation is being prepared for the Bell Cottage, which is following just behind. |
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