April 25, 2013

Weekly News from the First United Methodist Church of Lawrenceville
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LOVE GOD  
Current Sermon Series

Joy

Our current sermon series is titled "Community of Joy." Sermons will be on passages from Philippians.

After each Sunday, the audio and video of the sermon will be available online. You can also find the audio on iTunes.

Worship Services 
  Combined Family Worship
Join us at any one of our Sunday morning worship services:

8:00 am - Traditional Service,  Sanctuary

9:30 am - Contemporary Service, Sanctuary
11:00 am - Traditional Service, Sanctuary
11:00 am
- Children's Worship,
The Studio
11:00 am
- Student Worship,
The Warehouse

 

More Info: www.fumclv.org/About-us 

  Campmeeting
CampmeetingArbor
Save the Date!

Campmeeting 2013 will be Sunday, June 23rd - Thursday, June 27th!
LOVE OTHERS  Love Others Heart
Mother's Day Carnations
Carnation
Would you like to purchase a red carnation in honor of your mom, a friend or a loved one? Or a white carnation in memory of a friend or loved one?

Sales continue through Sunday, May 5th in the Family Center. Proceeds benefit local missions through the United Methodist Women.

Cost: $1.50 each

Contact: Joyce Keneda, 770-979-8323, jrkeneda@bellsouth.net
Church Library Inventory
bookworm
We will be conducting an inventory of the church library at the beginning of May.

If you currently have any books checked out, please return them by April 30th so that we may get an accurate inventory.
AARP Driver Safety
AARP
Our next driver safety class will be April 30th & May 2nd. Attendance is required on both days.

This class addresses the needs of senior adult drivers and completion may result in substantial discounts on insurance premiums. To register, contact Nancy Ford.

More Info: www.fumclv.org/Adults

Cost: $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members

Contact: Nancy Ford, 770-963-0386 x.150, nford@fumclv.org
Men's Breakfast
Mens Ministry
Our next men's breakfast will be Sunday, May 5th in the Family Center at 6:45 am.

Rev. Davis Chappell will be speaking about "Just One More Thing and Then I'm Done..." Come feed your soul on the Bread of Life and enjoy a hearty breakfast. Invite a friend and your breakfast is on us!

Contact: Pete Mullady, 678-525-3955, pmullady@yahoo.com
 Leader Training
Staff Development
Join us on either May 1st or 2nd for an Adult Sunday School teacher and Small Group leader training. This is a meeting for all representatives, leaders, or teachers from Sunday School classes, UMM, UMW, Journey groups, women's groups, men's groups, Disciple Bible Study, and other small groups.

We will be sharing important information about curriculum and upcoming events for Fall 2013. Contact Lisa to register for either session.

Contact: Lisa Johnson, 770-963-0386 x. 116, lisa@fumclv.org
CPR/AED/First Aid 
CPR First Aid
Our next CPR/AED/First Aid class will be May 4th from 9 am - 1 pm in Room 336-338.

This course provides certification in CPR, First Aid, and the use of AED devices. To register, contact Nancy Ford.

More Info: www.fumclv.org/Care

Cost: $22

Contact: Nancy Ford, 770-963-0386 x.150, nford@fumclv.org
College Grad Recognition
Grad cap and diploma
We will be honoring our soon-to-be college graduates with a special bulletin insert on Sunday, May 19th.

Please email your name(s), your graduate's name, college/university name, and degree to Sue Jefcoat by Friday, May 10th. Names submitted after this date will not be included in the insert.

Contact: Sue Jefcoat, 770-963-0386 x.139, suejefcoat@fumclv.org
 Memorials Scholarship 
Volunteer
The Memorials Committee is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2013-2014 school year.

Applications are available in the Warehouse and Church Office. All applications and supporting documentation are due by May 31st.

If you are interested in helping support the scholarship fund, please mark your donation for the "Memorials Scholarship Fund."

Contact: Jeff Poynter, 770-963-0386 x.127, jpoynter@fumclv.org
 Paper Goods Drive
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We are beginning to collect paper goods for Campmeeting, June 23rd - 27th. Please consider donating a few of these needed items:
  • dinner plates
  • dessert plates
  • cold cups (Solo-type)
  • hot cups (styrofoam) 
Donations can be dropped off in the Welcome Center.

Contact: Betsy Jamieson, 678-985-8282, pbksl@yahoo.com
REACH THE WORLD  Reach the World Hand
Relay For Life
Relay
Beautiful, handmade scarves will be available in the Family Center on Sundays, April 28th & May 5th, to benefit Relay For Life.

Come get a scarf when you donate $20 or more towards Relay For Life.

Contact: Jeanette Rice, 770-963-6487
LEAP Job Networking

LEAPlogo

The next LEAP job networking meeting will be May 1st in Room 121 at 7:00 pm.

Are you a job seeker who is reluctant to "brag" about yourself as a person and what you've accomplished? Come hear our speaker, Darcy Eikenberg, ACC, Founder of Red Cape Revolution, speak on "How to Brag So Others Don't Gag."

More Info: www.fumclv.org/Care

Contact: Ridgely Haines, 678-615-3996, wrhaines1315@comcast.net
Prayer on the Square 
Lawrenceville
The National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 2nd.

We invite you to join local churches as we pray publicly, across denominational lines, for our country and its leaders, our communities, and our families. We will meet at the gazebo next to the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse at 7:00 pm.

Contact: Constance Smith, 770-885-0804, prayeronthesquare@gmail.com
LEAP Workshop 
  LEAPlogo


The next 7-week LEAP Career Explorers Workshop begins May 7th in Room 121 at 7:00 pm.

Frustrated that your job or career search isn't getting results? This course covers the spiritual and practical aspects and 7 steps of negotiating a crossroads in your career. Register now online. The course costs $30.

More Info:
leapworkshop21.eventbrite.com

Contact: Ridgely Haines, 678-615-3996, wrhaines1315@comcast.net
KCLC Preschool
KCLC logo 2
Kids Crossing Learning Center is now enrolling for our Half Day Preschool for the 2013-2014 school year.

Half Day classes are available for ages 2 - PreK. Full Day Kindergarten also available. Please contact the KCLC Front Desk for more information.

More Info:
Contact: 770-339-7386
 LAP 2013 
LAP
Save the Date! LAP is coming June 27th - 29th.

If you would like to serve as an adult volunteer, please contact Beth Fulmer.

Contact: Beth Fulmer, 770-682-4603, bethfulmer@bellsouth.net
VBX Teachers
 

Join us for a week of fun & learning at Colossal Coaster World, VBX 2013 from June 3rd - 7th! Help us challenge kids to trust God for the courage to face their fears.

We need 40 classroom teachers. Will you be one of them?

More Info: www.fumclv.org/Children

Contact: Terry Thublin & Cheri Anderson, vbx@fumclv.org

Reach the World
  

FUMC logo3Senior Minister: Dr. Davis Chappell
Website:
www.fumclv.org | Email: fumclv@fumclv.org
Phone: 770-963-0386 | Fax: 770-963-0668

Mailing Address: Post Office Box 2127 | Lawrenceville, GA | 30046
Located at: 395 West Crogan Street | Lawrenceville, GA | 30046

 
For a complete calendar of events, visit www.fumclv.org/about-us.