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This Week @ First Methodist Grapevine
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April 29, 2015 | In This Issue:
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| Sunday, May 3 |
CARING | Communion Sunday
On Sunday, May 3, our message will be centered around our one word for 2015 - CARING. We will feature our ministries to individuals with special needs. This is Communion Sunday, so Holy Communion will be served in all worship services.
Rev. John Mollet will speak in the English services.
Rev. Armando Alvarado will speak in the Bilingual service.
- 8:30 AM - Traditional Worship in Founders Chapel
- 9:00 AM - Contemporary Praise & Worship in the Family Life Center
- 9:45 AM - Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
- 11:00 AM - Blended Worship in the Sanctuary
- 11:00 AM - Culto de Alabanza (Bilingual Spanish/English Worship) en Founders Chapel
Communion Offering: Access Life Expo
 Our Communion Offering this Sunday will go to the Access-Life Event for our local families living with disabilities. It is an outdoor adventure for all ages and levels of disabilities. Our church will be donating the water, ice and volunteers to make this the best Expo for the participants. If you wish to make a contribution towards the cost of the ice and water, please indicate "Access Life Expo" in the memo of your check or online gift. Read more about how you can get involved at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/access-life.
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Worship Ministries
This Week
This Sunday, the Chapel Ensemble will sing in the 8:30 AM service, and Grace Notes will sing in the 9:45 and 11:00 AM services.
Save the Date - Brunch & Worship on May 24
On Sunday, May 24, we will share together in brunch at 9:45 AM in the Family Life Center, followed by ONE WORSHIP SERVICE at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary. There will be no Sunday School that day. The Bilingual Praise Team will share special music at brunch, and the worship service will feature the 9 AM Praise Team, Chancel Choir and Agape Voice! Be sure to make plans to be here for this great morning of food, fellowship and worship! If you would like to help with the brunch, contact Kim Crater (eclaysman@aol.com).
Worship Archives
If you missed any of the services last week, you can view them on the worship stream archive at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/live. To access past broadcasts, click the "On Demand" tab.
Rehearsal Schedule
If you would like more information, contact Director of Worship Arts Wren Robinson (wrenr@fumcg.org or 817-481-2559 x133).
Wednesday:
6:00 - 6:50 PM Grace Notes (Women's Chorus) - Sanctuary
6:00 - 6:50 PM Fishers' Of Men (Men's Chorus) - Music Room
6:00 - 7:00 PM Children's Worship Arts - Room 2001
7:00 - 8:30 PM Chancel Choir - Music Room
7:00 - 8:00 PM Orchestra - Sanctuary
Sunday:
7:50 - 8:15 AM Chapel Ensemble - Founders Chapel (1st and 3rd Sundays)
9:00 - 9:35 AM Chancel Choir - Music Room
9:15 - 9:35 AM Orchestra Warm-up - Sanctuary
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 Rev. John Mollet will be holding a series of meetings to give you more insight into our 10 great things! We encourage everyone to come hear more about the new plans for our future. The remaining gatherings are at the following dates and times: - Wednesday, April 29, 6:00 PM in Leach Hall (in conjunction with Serendipity Bible Study)
- Thursday, April 30, 9:30 AM in Leach Hall (in conjunction with Serendipity Bible Study)
- Thursday, April 30, 7:00 PM in Leach Hall
- Monday, May 4, 7:00 PM in Leach Hall
- Tuesday, May 5, 6:00 PM in Leach Hall
In case you missed it, our latest edition of The Church at Work (electronic magazine), included 10 great things about FUMC Grapevine. You can read our 10 at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/10best or click here to view the full e-zine (pdf). We'd like to encourage all of you to think about what you love about FUMCG and share it with us! You can do that via email or on social media (be sure to tag it #bestofFUMCG). |
 Golf Update
We have extended registration for this Sunday's Iron Men Golf Tournament until this Friday, May 1! Please contact Neil Payne asap (neil_payne@rocketmail.com) to let him know how many players you'll have. Register online at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/golf2015. We'll see you this Sunday, May 3, at Cowboys Golf Club! Check-in starts at 12:00 PM, lunch is served at 12:30 PM and the tournament starts at 1:45 PM. The annual Iron Men Golf Tournament helps fund various ministries of the church. In the past year, Iron Men have supported Costa Rica Youth Missions, Motorcycles for the Kenyan Evangelists, Latvian Pastors' Retreat, Weekend Food, Be Our Guest, Benevolence Fund, Softball Teams, and the Link Ministry! The golf tournament will be on Sunday, May 3, at Cowboys Golf Club in Grapevine. You can be a part of the fun by becoming a sponsor or by golfing.Get all the details about sponsorship levels and tournament fees at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/golf2015. Click here to download a printable brochure (pdf) that you can share with your friends and colleagues.
Server Migration
Note that the church is going through a transition to a new server. If you should e-mail a staff member and not hear back in a timely manner, please call or try again. We hope to not miss any e-mails during the transition, but we want you to be aware of the possibility just in case!
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DID YOU KNOW?
"Did You Know" is a series of feature articles that highlight various aspects of ministry in the church. Be on the lookout for the "Did You Know" inserts in Sunday's bulletin each week. If you miss Sunday, the articles are linked on our website at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/didyouknow.
Jan's Blankets of Hope  Did you know that Jan's Blankets of Hope honors Jan Parrett, one of our deceased church members who began Blankets of Hope with Cheri Rutledge in 2007? Did you know the ministry was created to bless the lives of individuals undergoing treatment for substance abuse? Our Blankets of Hope ministry is now in its eighth year with an estimated 1,800 blankets provided so far to those going through addiction treatment at Valley Hope Addiction Center in Grapevine. Did you know that our Blankets of Hope team strives to deliver 70 blankets each quarter to Valley Hope? Our team is currently about thirty volunteers dedicated to making blankets for those who need to know that someone cares during their most challenging times. Keep reading...
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Staff News
 Appreciation for Rick & Liz Mang Rev. Rick Mang announced a couple of weeks ago that he and Liz will be reappointed to First Methodist Church in Crowley, Texas, effective July 1. Their last Sunday with us will be June 14. We will have a cookie reception that morning to give everyone an opportunity to wish the Mangs well. If you would like to give toward a love offering for Rick and Liz, please mark "Mang Love Offering" in the memo of your gift (note that love offering gifts are not tax deductible). We also suggest that Sonic gift cards would be appropriate! We will be sad to see Rick and Liz leave us, but wish them blessings on their new ministry in Crowley. Click here to read Rick's announcement letter.
 New Associate Pastor to be Appointed
We are excited to announce that Rev. Jenn Pick will be appointed as our new Associate Pastor at Annual Conference in June. New appointments take effect July 1, so Jenn will begin work that day. The Staff-Parish Relations Committee has had the opportunity to meet Jenn and we are excited about her new ministry here at FUMC Grapevine. Jenn has most recently been serving at First Methodist Church in Mansfield. She is a 2010 graduate of Drew Theological Seminary. Jenn is passionate about creative worship and international relations. Jenn has spent much of her ministry tenure in the New York Annual Conference, but she grew up in Red Oak, Texas. Jenn and her husband Todd have a 9-month-old son, Drew. Todd works in the Central Texas Conference Office coordinating the Healthy Church Initiative. |
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Compassion Ministries
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Guy and Val Sellers on the birth of their granddaughter, Annie Gayle Sellers, daughter of Brad and Amelia Sellers, on April 16. A gift will be given to Kenya Kids Can in honor of her birth.
Condolences
Christian condolences to...
- Hilarie Benedetto and family on the loss of her father, Dr. Calvin Long, on April 28.
- Russ Logan and family on the loss of his brother, Ben "Tex" Logan, on April 24.
- Carolyn Lease and family on the loss of her mother, Anne Hintz, on April 26.
- Catherine Husby and family on the loss of her grandmother, Mamie Smith, on April 24.
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Mission Ministries
Top Needs
Our top needs this week are:
- Benevolence Funds. This fund provides emergency financial assistance to families in our community. If you'd like to give, please mark "Benevolence" in the memo of your gift.
- Full Size Mattress. A neighbor living in the Grapevine Housing Authority (GHA) is in need of a firm mattress to fit her full-size box springs and frame. She is sleeping on her couch due to her poor mattress.
- Cleaning. A neighbor at GHA who is unable to clean her apt due to health issues would appreciate someone who might be able to help her.
Contact Bev Campisi at beverlyc@fumcg.org if you can help with either of the neighbor needs.
 Give a Gift in Honor of Mom!
Mother's Day is coming up Sunday, May 10! Still looking for the perfect gift? Give a gift in honor of your mom that helps families in need! Your gifts to the Benevolence Fund help moms in crisis to provide for their families. To give, simply mark your gift "Benevolence" and put it in the offering plate or give online at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/give. If you would like to let your mom know about your gift, we have small cards available in the church office and in the foyers for you to include in your Mother's Day card.
God Can Needs
Last week, one of our local schools held a food drive and brought the food to us to donate to GRACE. When added to our donations from last week, there was so much food, it was impossible to count each item. The donation weighed in at 1,350 pounds of food! Thanks to all of you and to our community for continuing to donate food to those in need. The GRACE Food Pantry is currently OUT of cooking oil, tuna, evaporated milk, canned soup/stew, spaghetti sauce, condensed milk, ramen noodles, children's cereal and syrup. The are currently LOW on condiments, vienna sausages, canned fruit and juice. Click here for GRACE's full updated list of needs (pdf). Please bring your donations to the God Can bins outside the church office or in the Sanctuary Foyer/Atrium.
 Start Collecting for Our Troops!
The Support Our Military ministry supports our troops by sending cards and care packages. Support Our Military will be collecting items for care packages on May 24 and 31, with a packing party on May 31. You may donate items for the care packages or help pack care packages on Sunday, May 31, at 12:00 PM in the Family Life Center. All ages are welcome! Start collecting items to donate now. Visit www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/military for a full list of items that can be included in the care packages. Questions? Contact Paul Williamson at paw2404@gmail.com.
Response to Nepal
 With over 5,000 deaths and millions displaced by the recent earthquake, United Methodists are on the ground bringing prayers and aid to the people of Nepal and neighboring China and India. You can be a part of the relief effort by giving your time in prayer, and your financial resources for disaster relief. The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) provides emergency food, shelter and medicine after natural and man-made disasters, provides humanitarian relief to refugees and displaced persons and works to overcome world hunger and poverty. One hundred percent of your tax-deductible gifts go to the emergency response or Advance project that you designate. To give aid to Nepal, go to www.umcor.org and donate to International Disaster Relief (Advance #982450). To read more about the United Methodist response in Nepal, click here.
Save the Date - Feed Our Kids Big Week!
Mark your calendars! Feed Our Kids Big Week will be July 6-10. We need to begin organizing now and get coordinators in place. We'll need site coordinators, site workers, kitchen helpers, shoppers, grillers, arts & crafts, recreation, and much more! If you're interested in helping, please contact Deb Scheiwe now to get the ball rolling (debscheiwe@verizon.net).
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Around the Villages
There will be 11 people going on the Kenya trip this summer (June 15-27). We are planning to take t-shirts as we do every year to our AIDS orphans. If you would like to provide your child a t-shirt, the recommended donation is $15 per child. Just note "Kenya t-shirts" in the memo line of your check. The team will also be taking at least six laptop computers for the Synod staff. If you would like to help purchase a laptop (or a part of one), the cost is $336 per unit. Please note "Kenya Laptops" in the memo line. We will also be conducting two medical camps while there. The dispensary is always in need of gauze pads... either 2x2 or 4x4. We appreciate your help with all these things and will keep you updated on our itinerary as it firms up!
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 Volunteer Connection
iCare Ministry Needs More Human Arrows
 Will you give 20 minutes, one Sunday each month? Pick your Sunday, pick your favorite spot from 8 locations on our busy campus to stand from 9:30 to 9:50, be ready to say 'hi' and then to offer a bit of assistance if someone is looking for help getting to their next spot! iCare team members will be an extra layer of friendliness each week and we need about 20 more individuals to complete our roster where we've identified 8 key locations to be most helpful. You will be equipped with a collection of brochures to refer to, a map of our campus and a current list of what is happening in which rooms that day. You will wear an iCare button for easy identification and you will be blessed to be a blessing! Contact Bev Campisi at beverlyc@fumcg.org if you would like more details.
Volunteers Needed May 2
On Saturday, May 2, the Central Texas Conference will hold a seminar called "Find Us Faithful" (about ministries to older adults) from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM in Leach Hall. We will be the host for this event, and will need volunteers to help set out refreshments, welcome guests, and serve lunch. Guests will be coming from all over the Conference, so we'd love your help to put our best foot forward! Volunteers are needed from 8:00 to 10:00 AM and from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Please contact Katherine Hunter at katherineh@fumcg.org if you are available to help. See Adult Ministries news below for more details about the conference.
Church Office Volunteer Needed
Volunteers are needed to work in the Church Office on Friday afternoons, 1:00-5:00 PM. Duties include answering the phone, greeting people as they walk in and helping with various office tasks as needed. Computer skills are preferred, but not a must. Substitutes are available when needed. Perks: working with a great group of people and keeping up with church happenings! NOTE: This could be "Job Shared" by two people. Please contact Reneé at reneet@fumcg.org if you would like more information.
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Donations for the CAREibbean Cruise Gala!
 Don't forget that we are now taking your donations and sponsorships for this year's Gala & Auction! Get caught caring by giving of your time, talents, or resources to make this yearly fundraiser a big success. Save the date for Saturday, November 7. Get all the details at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/gala.
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| Adult Discipleship |
 Iron Men Golf Tournament
UMW Hosts Women's Health Meeting
 UMW Wesley Friendship Circle has invited a guest speaker for their next meeting coming up on Monday, May 4 at 9:30 AM in Roundtable Room. Dr. Rob Vasquez will be speaking about "Women's Health and Energizing Nutrition." Dr. Vasquez is one of the leading chiropractors in North Texas and has the largest Chiropractic Wellness Center in Dallas Fort Worth. Visit our website to read more about Dr. Vasquez, and join us at Monday's meeting! For more information about Wesley Friendship Circle, contact: Barbara Evartt at 817-283-0682.
The Well with Gwen Smith  Don't forget to get your tickets for our next gathering of The Well, featuring Gwen Smith on Thursday, May 7, at 6:30 PM. Gwen will be singing and sharing her heart for girlfriends in God. Gwen's goal is to encourage you to think big thoughts about God by pointing you to His truth and grace through stories, songs and scripture. Tickets are $25, which includes the program and catered dinner. You may purchase tickets online or in the church office. Be sure you buy your tickets early... this will be a sold-out event! Childcare is provided. We'll need volunteers to decorate tables for this special event. We also need a few good men to serve! Contact Ann Hailey ( annhailey3@gmail.com) to decorate a table, volunteer to be a server, or get more information by April 30. Read more at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/gwen.
 Growing Older Without Fear What is your greatest fear about growing older? Losing your sense of humor? Losing your looks? Losing your memory? Losing your sense of control? With wisdom and wit, the book Growing Older without Fear by Gary Kindley takes a fresh look at the process of aging. Rev. Annette Sowell will lead a book study on this book starting Tuesday, May 12, at 7:00 PM in Room 2002 of the Family Life Center. The cost of the book is $15. Please RSVP to Annette at annette.sowell@sbcglobal.net by May 3.
Find Us Faithful: Conference Event The Central Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church will be hosting a workshop for those who are interested in ministry to older adults. The event will take place here at FUMC Grapevine on Saturday, May 2, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Older members have been faithful leaders in church discipleship for years. Yet, when they are no longer able to lead or attend inside the church, the growth in faith options become dramatically decreased. The purpose of this workshop is to establish the need and provide easy and effective discipleship and worship opportunities for people who are frail. Opportunities will be modeled and participants will develop their own plans to take home. If you are interested, get more details and register at www.ctcumc.org/FindUsFaithful.
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Refreshing the Soul - Lectio Divina
 Please join us for the next gathering of Refreshing the Soul on Tuesday, May 12, at 7:00 PM in Roundtable Room. We will be exploring the practice of lectio divina, a way of praying the Scriptures that has been a fruitful resource of growing in relationship with Christ for many centuries. In Latin, lectio divina means "sacred or divine reading" and describes a way of reading the Scriptures in which we let go of our agenda and open ourselves to what God wants to say to us. Come join us as we prayerfully listen to Scripture, as the Benedictines instructed, "with the ear of the heart" that holds a word from God such as a word of comfort, instruction, challenge, or assurance. All are welcome and no experience is needed. Contact Nancy Johnson for further information (pajnaj@verizon.net).
Teresa of Avila
by Fred Rigdon
 Teresa of Avila was born in 1515 in the Spanish province of Avila. Shortly after the death of her mother, she was sent at the age of 16 to be educated in a convent of Augustinian nuns. After 18 months in the convent Teresa developed what was probably malaria and returned to live with her father. After reading the Letters of St. Jerome she decided to pursue a religious life. At the age of 20 Teresa entered a Carmelite monastery, but again suffered a serious illness that left her legs paralyzed for three years and forced her to return home. While recovering from her illness, she experienced visions of Christ and began to practice meditation and contemplative prayer, which she called the "prayer of quiet." Keep reading...
Visit the "Quiet Corner for Spiritual Formation" to read more... www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/quiet.
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MinistrySafe Training Make-Up Sessions
 Thanks so much to the almost 120 persons who completed the MinistrySafe Policy and Procedures training on Sunday!!! You were caught caring! We are pleased to announce our MinistrySafe make-up sessions on the following dates: Monday, May 18, 6:00-8:30 PM - MinistrySafe Training Leach Hall Tuesday, May 26, 6:00-8:30 PM - MinistrySafe Training (location TBA) Sunday, May 31, 12:00-2:30 PM - MinistrySafe Training (location TBA) RSVP to Linda McClure in the church office - lindam@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x126. Childcare is provided. Please RSVP your childcare needs to Monica Vickery (monicav@fumcg.org).
Please remember that if you volunteer for any ministry that reaches children, youth or vulnerable adults at our church or in the community you must complete MinistrySafe training. If you plan on volunteering for VBS, Fiestas, Project Read, Summer Swim, Youth Missions* (adults sponsors), Tween missions, Sunday School, youth, village activities, or mission trips, this applies to you. The Central Texas Conference of the Methodist Church has adopted these new policies and all volunteers must complete the 4 steps of training: online abuse video, policies and procedures, screening (application, interview, reference checks) and background checks by June 10. During these training sessions we attempt to complete policies and procedures as well as screening of all volunteers. Come join us and get "caught caring" for the safety of all our Children and Youth!!!
*Anyone 18 years or older who wishes to volunteer for these programs must be MinistrySafe trained. Those attending CTCYM missions only are considered participants, but if an 18 year old wants to volunteer other places in the church they must be MinistrySafe trained.
Parenting Seminar: Faith, Friendships, and Belonging
 Being a parent in today's world is tough! Youth and children do not come with a manual, and parents don't have divine foreknowledge to be aware of every situation their child will face. On Wednesday, May 13, from 6:00-7:30 PM, FUMC Grapevine will host a free seminar for parents. Dena Kohleriter, LCSW/Family Therapist from the Momentous Institute, will lead us in "Faith, Fellowship and Belonging: Dealing with acceptance, rejection and bullying." This seminar is for parents of youth, pre-teens and children. As a community of faith, it is our responsibility to help strengthen families throughout our community. We are dedicated to helping families grow together while balancing parenting, family life and work. Please join us for this exciting learning opportunity. Light refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP online or by contacting Linda McClure in the church office (lindam@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x126). Childcare will be provided; please indicate your need for childcare on your RSVP.Questions about Family Ministries? Contact:
Patty Bandy, Director of Family Ministries (pattyb@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x129)
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 Youth Ministries
Questions about Youth Ministries? Contact:
Michael Franklin, Youth/Students (michaelf@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x116)
Melissa Howell, Tweens/Early Teens (melissah@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x136)
Patty Bandy, Director of Family Ministries ( pattyb@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x129)
May Youth Calendar (pdf)
Deeper - Youth Bible Studies
TODAY, Wednesday, April 29, Middle School Deeper meets 5:45 to 7:00 PM in the HUB. High School Deeper meets from 7:00 to 8:15 PM at Patty's House with snacks (514 W. Nash, Gvine).
Soccer
Soccer this Thursday will meet 5:30 to 7:00 PM at the GMS field.
This Sunday, May 3
- Basketball 1:30-3:30 PM at Trinity UMC in Arlington (two games)
- Hooked - 5:30-7:00 PM in the Family Life Center (meal provided)
Senior Sunday
 Senior Sunday is May 17! The graduating Senior Class of 2015 will be recognized in the 11:00 AM worship service, and seniors are invited to take part in the worship service. Graduating seniors and their families are invited to a lunch in the Family Life Center at 12:15 PM. The Junior class will be hosting. Seniors, you should have received an RSVP card and senior bio form in the mail. If you did not, please contact Linda McClure in the church office as soon as possible ( lindam@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x126). Please fill out the bio & RSVP card and return them to the church office NO LATER than Monday, May 11. We also need pictures of you for the bulletin and the slide show. On the bulletin we will have your baby picture and senior picture. The slide show will include a baby picture, a kid/middle school picture & your senior picture. Please e-mail your pictures to melissiam@fumcg.org or if you cannot send by e-mail you may drop them off in the church office. The 3 pictures are also due May 11! Your pictures will be returned to you. Please write your name on the back of each. If you have any questions, feel free to text, call or email Michael Franklin ( michaelf@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 ext. 116). Summer Mission Trips
Don't forget... get registered for summer mission trips! The final registration deadline for High School is May 7. The on-time registration deadline for Middle School is May 7, and the final (late) registration is June 4. Register at www.ctcym.org. The 2015 High School Mission Trip is June 14-20 to Lake Charles, Louisiana. The 2015 Middle School Mission Trip is July 12-17 to Central Texas.
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 Ministries for Children
Questions about Children's Ministries? Contact:
Amy Gravitt, Children's Director (amyg@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x213)
Monica Vickery, Nursery Director (monicav@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x145)
Melissa Howell, Tweens Director ( melissah@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x136) Patty Bandy, Director of Family Ministries (pattyb@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x129)
Tween Activities
April has been an exciting month in the life of Tween ministry here at FUMC Grapevine. We can't wait to keep the momentum going in May. We have two Formation/Fellowship events planned in May. Lunch will be served at both events.
- Sunday, May 3, 12:15-2:00 PM - Lunch and fellowship will be in Leach Hall, Worship and Discussion will be in the Founders Chapel
- Sunday, May 31, 12:15-2:00 PM - Lunch and fellowship will be in Leach Hall, Worship and Discussion will be in the Founders Chapel
Questions? Contact Melissa Howell (melissah@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x136).
 VBS Save the Date!
We're excited about our upcoming Vacation Bible School... G-FORCE: God's Love In Action! VBS is June 22-26. Registration has now begun. The cost is $15 per child. Registration forms will be available in the church office, at the check-in areas in the Atrium, and online at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/vbs. Scholarships are available; please contact Linda McClure (lindam@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x126) for details. Sports camps will be offered directly following VBS this year (see details below). We're also looking for wonderful volunteers to help with decorations, crafts, snacks, recreation, music, and all the other prep work to make this week the best VBS yet! If you are interested in volunteering please contact Amy Gravitt (amyg@fumcg.org, 817-481-2559 x213) or Karen Seals, our VBS Coordinator (karen.seals@verizon.net, 817-329-5479).
 Summer Sports Camps
New this year, we are hosting a series of Christian sports camps for children ages 5 to 12, in partnership with Triumph Sports. There will be a camp on the afternoons of VBS in June, one in July, and one in August. Visit our website or the Triumph Sports site at www.triumphsports.info for more details and registration information. Click here to download a flyer about the camps (pdf).
Tween Missions - Save the Date!
FUMCG Grapevine is hosting a Tween mission trip August 2-6. More information will be available in the next couple of weeks.
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Gifts Given
Gifts have been given to our AIDS orphan ministry in memory of Mitchell Maness by: Ed & Kim Crater, Rick & Sue Schultz, Robin & Cindy Ryan, Trudy & Allan Hughes, Paul & Carolyn Ernst, the Roundtable Sunday School Class.
Youth Caught Caring! Last Sunday at Hooked, the youth invited youth from First Methodist in Colleyville to join them for a service project to benefit the Sole Hope Project. The two groups came together to donate and cut up old jeans that are used to make shoes for disease prevention among the people of Uganda. You can find out more about the project at www.solehope.org.
Blankets of Hope Work Session
A work session was recently held in preparation for the next quarterly delivery of Blankets of Hope to the Grapevine Valley Hope Addiction Center.
 Pictured above are: Front, L-R, Linda Krimm, Ruby Krimm, Carol Milner, Emily Diehl, Zona Peterson, Carole Lee, Carol Hoffmeyer | Rear, L-R, Joyce King, Kathy Naylor, Kenda Diehm, Debby Stansell, Troye Maggard, Kay Hidalgo, Karen von Hermann, Charles Glasgow
Church on the Slab A great group of volunteers was "caught caring" last Sunday at the Slab! Pictured above are (L-R): Brian, Dana and Morgan Sundell, Mike and Faye Rushing, Don Searson and his daughter Bobbi and her husband Jessie.
MinistrySafe Trainees Caught Caring Barbara and Mark Maness and 120 others who participated in MinistrySafe Training on Sunday were "caught caring"! Thanks for caring for our children and youth and the children and youth in our community.
Community Job Fair We received the following update after the Job Fair that was held a couple of weeks ago... Thank you to all of you who volunteered!
On behalf of the Community Outreach Center, the Grapevine Police Department and the Chamber of Commerce, I would like to thank you for your dedication and service in the job fair. Thanks to your hard work, the 2015 Grapevine Job Fair was a huge success with over 600 job seekers in attendance. Of the more than 55 companies that were in attendance at the job fair, over half said that what they most liked about the job fair was the friendliness and helpfulness of the volunteers. In fact, many companies and job seekers told us that this was the best job fair that they had ever attended, which is a great testament to your hard work and dedication. We received too many positive comments about the helpfulness and professionalism of the volunteers to mention all of them. However, this comment really stood out:
"I enjoyed the job fair from start to finish. Everyone working the job fair was very nice. They even provided us with plenty of refreshments."
Thanks to your hard work and service, hundreds of people in our community now have jobs lined up. In fact, here are some things that happened thanks to you:
- Over 600 job seekers attended the fair
- Over 55 companies looking to hire attended the fair
- Over 1000 job applications were submitted at the fair
- Over 235 interviews were conducted on the spot at the fair
- 100% of the companies in attendance want to have another Grapevine Job Fair
In addition, the companies that attended indicated to us that they identified over 500 potential hires who they have already offered a job to, or who will be offered a job in the coming days!
None of this would have been possible were it not for you and your desire to serve our community by volunteering at the 2015 Grapevine Job Fair. We hope you will join us for future community events.
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If you haven't had a chance to read all the stories about people "Caught Caring," be sure you take a moment... you'll be inspired!
The stories in the latest edition of The Church at Work electronic magazine (or e-zine) show how you can be caring through any of our six areas of ministry... discipleship, worship, fellowship, compassion, mission and evangelism. We've also included the stories church members have shared when they have caught someone caring! You'll see pictures of people caught in the act of caring, and read about Bebe Hubbard, Kay Green, Mechal Arnold, Lauren McCarley, Georjean Sherriff, Bruce Herndon, some gardeners, and some random person in the Wal-Mart parking lot... and much more!
READ NOW! (PDF)
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CAUGHT CARING
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 As we continue to keep our focus on "Our One Word" for 2015 - CARING - we'd like to encourage you to keep your eyes open for people "caught caring." If you catch someone caring, send us a story! It can be just a few words, a picture, etc. Send your "caught caring" stories and photos to Melissia at melissiam@fumcg.org.
If you didn't purchase a "Get Caught Caring" t-shirt, we have a few extras available in the church office. Contact Melissia ( melissiam@fumcg.org) to see if we have your size. The cost per shirt is $10, which goes to missions. |
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