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Bell Choirs have resumed their rehearsal and playing schedule. The choirs meet at 5:30, 6:30, or 7:30pm each Wednesday and play monthly in our worship services. If you are interested in joining one of the choirs, please stop by a rehearsal. Anyone is welcome to attend and join. If you have any questions call Kathy Ford, 228-7596, about the 5:30 or 6:30 bell choir or Janie Wilson, 228-0828, about the 7:30 bell choir. | |
Greetings!
Yesterday was a pretty typical Wednesday evening at First. There was great fellowship around the table for those who came for the meal in room 117. Later, we concluded the final session of "Serving from the Heart". As I left the building there were several persons gathered in 103 visiting and doing crafts. The Cancer Support Group had concluded in room 100. A number of energetic youths were having fun after their Confirmation Class. Several adults were gathering them up to head home. The cars were packed in around the office as persons attended Bell Choir and Chancel Choir practices. I don't know exactly how many people were in the building at any one moment. But, there was something happening in every part of the building. I think there is something here for you too on Wednesday evenings.
Next Wednesday, October 14, Rev. Karen Taylor and I will be starting two new short term classes. Rev. Karen will be doing a class on essential beliefs and practices unique to Methodists, we call it Wesleyan Traditions. I will be leading a class on United Methodist membership. Rev. Karen's class will be interesting and informative for everyone. If you are a newer member of First, or considering becoming a member, the class I am leading will be for you! I plan to come prepared, but will also let your interests and questions help determine our direction. These two new classes will meet at 6:30. Wesleyan Traditions will meet in room 117. The Membership Class will be in 112. These two classes meet October 14, 21, and 28.
Beginning November 7 we will have a class on The United Methodist Social Principles. It will be lively and informative! Have you ever wondered how the church arrives at its position on a controversial issue? Are you interested in our statement regarding a particular question? This is the class for you! This class will meet in room 117 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Remember, you can always make a reservation for a great dinner by calling the office at 229-8108. There is something happening at The Well for you!
Don't forget this is a special weekend. This is Mission Celebration Weekend! Does First UMC connect to the needs of the world? Come see and celebrate our mission involvement!
Peace be with you,
Steve Campbell
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FALL CLEANUP DAY
The Trustees of First UMC invite everyone to join them on Saturday, October 10, at 9:00am for the annual fall cleanup. There is plenty of work for everyone. Come join the fun, fellowship, and service to our church. |
Missions Celebration Weekend
This weekend we will celebrate the many ways we are in Mission at FUMC. A Mission Fair will be out in the narthex with information about various opportunities to be involved in Mission. Wil Bailey, a missionary in Costa Rica where several mission teams have served, will be at all four services to bring greetings to FUMC. In worship we will hear about how we are connecting to the world's needs through mission and service. We look forward to seeing you. |
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"What If......?"
At the 2009 Missouri Annual Conference, our Bishop asked us all to ponder the question, "Would our Church be growing or dying if every member made the same efforts that I do?" It is a penetrating question which also leads us to affirm that each of us makes a difference! It really demonstrates "The Power of One." During the week of October 18 you will receive a booklet filled with meditations written by members and staff of First United Methodist. Each meditation focuses on one aspect of our membership vows. So, they lift up praying, attending, giving, serving, and witnessing. As you read one meditation a day, ask yourself, "What if every member prays, attends, gives, serves and witnesses like I do? What is our future?" The 30 readings contained in this booklet are intended to help each of us grow in these areas of discipleship. The readings begin on October 22 and run through November 20. In the worship services on November 21 and 22, we will open the altar to come forward in prayer and renew our commitment in these areas of discipleship. All of them are essential. You are also asked to bring your 2010 financial commitment to be dedicated at one of those services.
The booklets will be available at the worship gatherings the weekend of October 17 and 18. Volunteers will be in the narthex to help you find yours. If you will pick yours up that weekend, you help save on postage! The booklets not picked up that weekend will be mailed October 19.
What if.... On October 22 every member of First Church started prayerfully considering these reflections each day for 30 days? And what if ....we each renewed our commitment to pray, attend, give, serve, and witness? |
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CROP Walk 2009
Sunday, October 11
Loose Park
Leave church at 12:30pm and return in time for Youth Group.
Participants are asked for a $5 donation to walk.
For the 2nd year FUMC Youth are participating and accepting donations for CROP Walk. This year's theme is Enough For All and we will once again be asking for volunteers to walk and to donate money toward this wonderful cause. The money collected goes to fight hunger locally, state wide, nationally and world wide. |
FUMC Job Club Meets
The group meets at 7:00pm on the first and third Tuesday of each month in room 103. The club has been organized to provide encouragement and support to individuals actively seeking new employment opportunities. Our club is one of only four clubs in eastern Jackson County offering support for displaced workers or the underemployed. If you know of anyone currently seeking new employment opportunities, please encourage them to attend. For additional information contact Randy Williams, 308-3993, or by e-mail at randygw@sbcglobal.net. |
 Save the Planet, Get your Groceries
Support FUMC Outreach
Reusable shopping bags are available for $5 each. The bags are 12"w x 13"h x 8"d with a sturdy carrying handle. The bags have an FUMC logo printed on both sides. Each bag you purchase allows us to give one to our weekend visitors. |
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FESTIVAL OF SHARING
October 17, 2009
It is that time of year again. Fall is upon us and we all have begun those activities that keep everyone so busy.
As you are running errands or doing your weekly shopping please remember to purchase a few extra items. Once again First United is putting together DENTAL KITS for the annual Festival of Sharing, Saturday, October 17, in Sedalia.
Dental Kits include:
4-6 soft toothbrushes (include 2 child size) *unopened packages only
1 dental floss - any size
1 fluoride toothpaste (6 ounces or larger)
Place items inside a 1 - gallon zip-lock bag.
We will be collecting the kits in the Narthex through the weekend of October 10-11. We collected almost 150 kits last year. Let's make this the best collection year yet.
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE IN THE CONGREGATION FOR MAKING THIS ANOTHER FIRST UNITED SUCCESS. |
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HEARTS AND HANDS
Umbrellas and Jackets! Shelter and Protection! Please help Hearts and Hands provide shelter and protection in the form of jackets/coats and umbrellas to be donated to the women and children at Newhouse and the Sojourners (homeless) program at Grand Avenue Temple. All sizes are needed (women, children and men). New or gently used items are appreciated. Gently used items should be clean and in good repair. Please place your donations in the Hearts and Hands bin inside the coat closet, or on hangers in a plastic cleaners' bag clearly marked for Hearts and Hands. Items will be collected through October 25. |
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COME TO THE WELL
Wednesday Evenings at FUMC
Dinner 5:15-6:15pm served in room 117
Reservation requested by Monday at noon.
Cost is $6 per person
Pastors' Classes
6:30pm in room 112
Rev. Karen will be doing a class on essential beliefs and practices unique to Methodists, we call it Wesleyan Traditions.
Rev. Steve will be leading a class on United Methodist membership.
Rev. Karen's class will be interesting and informative for everyone. If you are a newer member of First, or considering becoming a member, the class Rev. Steve is leading will be for you!
These two new classes will meet at 6:30. Wesleyan Traditions will meet in room 117. The Membership Class will be in 112. These two classes meet October 14, 21, and 28.
November 4-18
Pastors Steve and Karen will lead a discussion in Social Principles.
Creative Crafts/Prayer Shawls
7:00pm. Room 103.
Quilters, knitters, or whatever craft you are working on at the time- come and enjoy an evening with other crafters.
Short-Term Bible Study
If you are interested in joining a Bible study let the office know. Leaders are available and classes will form for those interested. The meeting time will be determined by the class.
Cancer Support Group
Meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm in room 100. Support group for anyone who has or has had this disease.
For information about any activity at First UMC call the office at 229-8108.
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The Music Is Back!
Children's Ministry
Power Praise Choir practices in room 100 from 10:10-10:30am every Sunday morning for children 2nd-5th grade. It is under the direction of Libbie Kaufman.
Chime Choir practices at 10:45am this Sunday, October 11, and meets every other Sunday in the bell room. Chime Choir is being led by Kyle Alberg.
Puppets
If you like to perform but too embarrassed to get in front of anyone, then puppets is your home. Puppets perform for Children's Christmas Eve service and work will begin soon. Puppets meet every other Sunday (opposite of Chime Choir) at the 10:45 hour. Next meeting will be October 18 in room 102. |
The Tapestry
On Saturday, October 24, join us for a one-day Women's Ministry learning event where we will explore how we come into God's presence through different life situations and experiences.
The event will be at FUMC in room 117. The day will begin at 8:30 AM for registration. The program will be from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The cost is $10 which includes lunch. Registration for the event will begin September 26. Contact the church office at 229-8108 for more information. |
Moms Group
You are invited to join moms in a meeting on Sunday, November 1, at noon in room 112.
Money Saving Shopportunities
We will discuss ways to slash your bill on groceries and household products using coupons, sales and store rewards programs. Not only will these strategies have you spending less, but will allow you to build a stockpile for your family so that you'll never have to pay full price again! |
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Our Table of Plenty
There is a table in the narthex for all you gardeners to bring your surplus vegetables to make them available to others. If you have something extra, just put it on the table. If you would like to have some fresh vegetables, take what you want and leave a donation in the basket. All donations will go toward our apportionments to our conference. |
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