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"...We are a family again and she has grown into a lovely, caring young lady. But most of all, she is a pleasure to be with and we are sharing our love and finally having fun together. In other words, our dream has come true in the way of a miracle. I would like to thank God, along with all of the supporters of the Children's Home and all the dedicated staff who worked with our daughter and gave us that precious thing called family."
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Our "Back to School" appeal will be mailed on July 6. This is an important appeal letter and provides much needed support. Please lift it up to your people.
Our choir and sacred dance team performed at the Laity Session of the Florida Annual Conference in Lakeland, Florida.
Rev. Denny McCullough and Rev. Bess Bussey have officially left the ministry of the Children's Home. We wish them well as God leads them in the next chapter of their lives. Bess will be enjoying retirement and Denny has been appointed the pastor at Mims United Methodist Church. In the picture Dr. Wayne Wiatt, DS of the East District (center), recognized Denny and Bess at the June Board of Trustee meeting.
Youth and adults from Cypress Lake UMC in Ft. Myers, Florida are hard at
work. We appreciate all the work teams that give of their time and complete much needed work around our campus. If you have an interest in sending a work team to the Children's Home, please contact Lynn Bellomy, Coordinator of Volunteer Services at
You are free to use any article or other information you find in this newsletter to place in your churches bulletin, newsletter or other publication. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you would like specific information or other details that will help you tell the story. Contact Stephen Hartsfield at stephen.hartsfield@fumch.org
The Children's Home is now a member of the Alliance for Children & Families. Visit their website at www.alliance1.org
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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
July 29, 2012
September 30, 2012
December 30, 2012
March 31, 2013 
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SAVE THE DATE
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2013Day On Campus
March 16, 2013
We cordially invite all those in the Gulf Central District and South Central District to come and enjoy this day of celebration.
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FIFTH SUNDAY OFFERING
July 29, 2012
  
Please remember to receive a Fifth Sunday Offering on July 29, 2012. The Fifth Sunday support is essential for us to meet the daily needs of the children, youth and families in our care. If you need bulletin inserts, posters or pew envelopes, please contact Stephen Hartsfield at stephen.hartsfield@fumch.org or by phone at 386-4774 ext. 2222.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT
SEPTEMBER FIFTH
SUNDAY OFFERING
The September Fifth Sunday Offering bulletin insert and promotional materials will highlight the Madison Youth Ranch and seek support for this vital expansion of our ministry. We are asking that people prayerfully consider an additional offering to support this new endeavor. We still need the important regular Fifth Sunday Offering support. This insert and poster will be the first introduction to the Madison Youth Ranch for most congregations. We know enthusiasm will continue to build for this exciting and much needed project. You can find more information at www.allchildrenfirst.org |
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RECENT HAPPENINGS
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First Lady of Florida, Ann Scott, speaking to our residents. Mike Galloway, Children's Home President, stands with her. |
The First Lady of Florida recently visited the Children's Home. Ann Scott, wife of Florida Governor Rick Scott, toured the campus, read a story to our residents and answered some of their questions. Two of her main interests are literacy and foster care. We are grateful she was able to take time out of her busy schedule to visit the Children's Home.
Mike Galloway, the Children's Home President, accepts a check from Joyce Cooper, Board of Trustee member and member of New Horizon United Methodist Church in Southwest Ranches, Florida. Their 26th Annual New Horizon Golf Classic and Silent Auction Luncheon raised $44,333.25 for the ministry of the Children's Home. We deeply appreciate the efforts of this church and others who make this such a successful event each year.
The puppet ministry from Van Dyke United Methodist Church in Tampa, Florida recently entertained and inspired our residents. Thank you for coming.
The youth choir from Frazier Memorial UMC in Montgomery, Alabama performed for our residents. They also did numerous crafts with our boys and girls. Your presence was appreciated. |
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FINAL REMINDER!
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 List 2012-2013
Activity Fees (field trip, instrument rental, etc)
Binders (Hard) ~1"; 1 ½"; 2", 2 ½"
Dividers (8 per pack)
Dry erasers
Flash Driver (travel driver)
Vinyl letters & Numbers (for school projects)
Copy/Printer Paper
Pencil Pouches
Thick and thin markers
Glue sticks
Colored Pencils
Basic and Scientific calculators
Planner
Construction Paper
Multi-Color papers
Photo paper
Index Cards
Mechanical Pencils
Pencil Sharpeners
Hand Sanitizer
Tissue Box
Baby Wipes
Art Supplies (tempera paint, sketch paper, art pencil, glitter, fabric color, etc)
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IMPORTANT VOLUNTEER
INFORMATION
Due to recent regulatory changes in Tallahassee, the screening process for volunteering at the Children's Home has become more restrictive. To review the application process you can visit our website at www.allchildrenfirst.org. Click on "What You Can Do" and then click on "Volunteers". You can download and review the Volunteer Application. If you have any questions about being a volunteer, or what opportunities might be available, please contact Lynn Bellomy at lynn.bellomy@fumch.org or by phone at (386) 668-4774.
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