This week at First United Methodist Church in Grapevine | October 21, 2015
In Worship This Sunday
Commitment Sunday!
This Sunday, October 25, is Commitment Sunday! Dr. Cindy Ryan will share a message about planting seeds to grow the church for the benefit of future generations. More about worship...

If you are interested in church membership or learning more about the church, please consider joining us at the Discover the Church class this Sunday, October 25, at 10 AM in Room 2005 (Library). This is a one-time, one-hour class for all who desire to know more about fellowship, mission and service opportunities in our church. Childcare is provided....»
Stewardship 2016
In 2016, we will celebrate 150 years since the charter of our church. That's 150 years that faithful church members have given of their time, talents, witness and funds to make FUMC Grapevine an active and thriving part of the community. 

This Sunday, we ask that you recommit yourself to prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness for the coming year. We have four goals for our 2016 commitments:
  • Increase the number of pledges over last year by 150 for a total of 500 pledges.
  • Increase the total amount of pledges to $2 million.
  • Increase the number of households that step up their pledge this year by 150 over last year, for a total of 400. (For example, you may choose to increase your pledge by $1.50/day, $15/week, $150/month or year, etc.)
  • Increase the total number of givers using auto-debit by 15 to 175.
All church members should have received a commitment card and letter in the mail. You may submit your commitment online at any time, or bring your commitment card with you to worship on Sunday morning. We will have a time of commitment during each worship service. Additional cards will be available if you forget to bring yours.
This Week's Events

Ishmael Mathiu Visiting from Kenya
One of our evangelist friends from Kenya is visiting us in Grapevine starting today, through October 30. Ishmael was one of the first evangelists that we supported and continues to be instrumental in the ministry of the Methodist Church in Kenya. You will have the opportunity to meet and talk to Ishmael Sunday morning at 9:45 AM in the Family Life Center....»

Prayer Shawl Ministry
The next Prayer Shawl ministry meeting is Thursday, October 22, in Room 2002. We will meet from 6:30-8:30 PM. Bring your project with you. If you are new to knitting or crocheting, please join us as instructors are available to assist and teach you. Questions? Contact Sandra Nasr at sandranasr58@gmail.com....»

Costa Rica Village Meeting
Costa Rica Village will meet Thursday, October 22, 7-8 PM in Room 2010. Topics: Gala, scholarships, Zirkel visit in December, and updates on Pastor Roberto's church. Questions? Contact Rev. Armando Alvarado (armandoa@fumcg.org)....»

Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat is this Saturday, October 24, from 4 to 5:30. If the rain holds off we will be in front of the pumpkin patch with free hot dogs, chips and drinks. Car decorating begins at 3:30 PM. If it is raining Saturday or has rained too much Thursday and Friday, then the Trunk or Treat will be moved inside to Education/Founders Chapel area. Car decorators will instead decorate doors in the nursery hall and the downstairs children's rooms. A decision will be made by Friday afternoon and an email will be sent out to let everyone know. If you would like to decorate a car/door let Amy know as soon as possible (amyg@fumcg.org)....»

Discover the Church
If you are interested in church membership or learning more about the church, please consider joining us at the Discover the Church class this Sunday, October 25, at 10 AM in Room 2005 (Library). This is a one-time, one-hour class for all who desire to know more about fellowship, mission and service opportunities in our church. Childcare is provided....»

Church on the Slab 10th Anniversary
The Church on the Slab is holding a ten year anniversary "Legacy with New Beginnings" celebration on Sunday, October 25, at 9:30 AM to rejoice in your loving and giving hearts. The Slab is located at 1009 Arizona Ave. in Fort Worth.

Advanced Care Planning Seminar
The Respecting Choices ministry will be offering a C.A.R.E. Series: Compassion,  Awareness, Responsiveness, Education, beginning on Sunday, October 25, 12:15-1:15 PM in Leach Hall. The same seminar will also be offered on Thursday, October 29, at 7-8 PM in Leach Hall. This ministry helps individuals and families with advanced care planning so their unique wishes about end-of-life care can be communicated....»

Youth Halloween Party
The youth will have their Halloween Party on Sunday, October 25, 5-7 PM at the Heritage Campus. We'll have a costume contest, music, pumpkin games and hotdogs and hamburgers grilled by OC Hailey! Don't miss it!...»
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Opportunities to Serve and Give...

This is the final Sunday that Family Ministries is collecting items for OCC boxes. We still need lots of items for the tweens to fill boxes at their "Merry Halloween" event on October 30. Please bring your donations to the designated bins in Room 108 and outside Room 212. Items needed include: soap, washcloths, school supplies, socks, mittens, toothbrushes, combs and any other items that would be good for the boxes. Questions? Contact Amy at amyg@fumcg.org....»

Pumpkin Patch
Volunteers needed daily through October 31. Sign up here.

Neighbor Needs
We are currently helping a family of six get a fresh start setting up an apartment on Mustang Drive. Household items and clothing can be taken to the Thrift Shop or Church office, labeled "Neighbors." Please be sure to label so that it can be distinguished from other donations. Visit our Sign-Up Genius link for a full list of items needed and to sign up. Questions? Contact Bev Campisi (beverlyc@fumcg.org).

CAREibbean Cruise Gala
God Can
Don't forget to buy some extra groceries for the GRACE Food Pantry while you're out shopping. We collected 82 items last week. Pantry needs list...

Support Our Military
Collect items for care packages for our troops. Our next collection will be on November 1 and 8, with a packing party after worship on November 8. Needs list...
Opportunities to Grow...

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Seekers Class - New Study
This Sunday, October 25, Patty Bandy, Director of Family Ministries, will join the Seekers Sunday School Class to present a lesson titled, "Finding the Holy in the Ordinary." Please join the Seekers in Leach Hall at 9:45 AM.

15 & 15 Daily Devotional
Many years ago, we were challenged to spend 10 minutes in prayer and 10 minutes reading scripture each day. The challenge was simply meant as a place to start your spiritual practice. As a part of the stewardship campaign for 2016, we encourage you to "step up" your commitment to spiritual practice. If you are still spending "10 & 10" we encourage you to commit to increase to "15 & 15." If you already spend more time, that's great! Starting next week, the pastors' devotional blog will be 15 & 15.

From the Quiet Corner for Spiritual Formation Blog...
God Moments Part II
Have you had a narrow escape from a tough situation by some strange protection, or have you received a blessing that you know you didn't earn? Have you ever made a good decision that took you in a surprisingly good direction because you felt led? Have you ever gone through a hard time only to discover later it prepared you for something greater in your life? Keep reading...
Upcoming Events...

Tween Ministries is hosting a mission project evening that will double as a Halloween party on October 30, 2015, 6:30-9:30 PM. Tweens will be creating Christmas cards for soldiers overseas, as well as packing gift boxes for Operation Christmas Child. We will also have food, games, and music that will be almost as fun as doing something nice for others. Kids are invited to come in costume. Questions? Contact Melissa Howell (melissah@fumcg.org, 817-481-2599 x136)....»

This year, All Saints Day actually falls on a Sunday, November 1. We will have a special time during worship on that day, remembering our loved ones who have passed before us in the last year. You will have the opportunity to remember your loved ones, celebrate their legacy, and share together with the congregation in Holy Communion....»

On Sunday, November 1, Youth will hold a Pancake Breakfast to benefit their Costa Rica mission trip that's coming up in March. We'll be serving on the playground between 9 and 11 AM. The cost is by donation only. Youth will be taking pre-orders in Adult Sunday School classes on Sunday, October 25. Those who choose to pre-order will have their pancakes delivered to their Sunday School classroom on November 1....»

More Events...
Caught Caring

Serendipity Bible Study
Members of the Thursday morning Serendipity Bible Study facilitated by Kenda Diehm were "caught caring" on Sunday evening. They provided "Breakfast for Dinner" for the youth group consisting of waffles, piglets in a blanket, sausage balls, bacon, monkey bread and orange juice.
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