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Weekly Newsletter                                            February 4, 2015
February

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Call To Prayer, 5:30 pm
Bible Max Children's Ministry, 6:30 pm
Go Culture Student Ministry, 6:30 pm
Connect Class, 6:30 pm
That The World May Know, 6:30 pm
Grace Based Parenting, 6:30 pm
Celebrate Recovery, 6:30 pm
Festival Choir & Orchestra Rehearsal, 6:30 pm
Stepping Up Men's Study, 6:30 pm

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Coffee & Prayer, 8:00 am
Upward Practice, 6:00 pm
Ladies Bible Study, 7:00 pm

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Celebrate Recovery, 9:00 am
Upward Basketball/Cheer, 9:00 am
Church League Basketball, 6:00 pm

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Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, 9:15 am
Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church, 10:45 am
Kids Quiz Practice, 4:00 pm
One Accord, 6:00 pm

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Church League Volleyball, 6:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery Ladies Group, 6:00 pm

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Ladies Bible Study, 9:00 am
Upward Practice, 6:00 pm
Ladies Bible Study, 7:00 pm
Please Pray For: 
 

    the Jesus Film Harvest Partners film teams around the world as they show the JESUS film.


  the children who attend Nazarene Child Development Centers in Bangladesh.

  the people in the Middle East who have had to flee their homeland and seek shelter in refugee centers.
  
  the ministry of Nine-Mile Church in Myanmar. The church was started there through the prayers of one faithful woman.

   Christians who try to live out their faith in hostile areas.

   the problem of human trafficking. Freedom Sunday will be observed on February 22nd.

  Return to the battle again, no longer trusting in the false and insufficient human resources which so foolishly we had taken into battle, but now trusting in the limitless resources of our risen Lord. -

-Alan Redpath, English evangelist, pastor, and author

Quick Links

 

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Sunday Worship
Sunday, February 8th
Pastor Chris Gilmore will share Part 3 of the Build Your Kingdom Here Sermon Series in a message entitled The Mission Is At Hand taken from Isaiah 61:1-2.
star 9:15 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes
star 10:45 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church
Prayer 'N Praise Cancelled for Tonight
Please note that Prayer 'N Praise for tonight has been cancelled due to the cold weather. For more information please contact Pastor Bones Nay at 708.1642.
Grace Based Parenting
Building Character
Tonight at 6:30 pm
It's not too late to join this session of Grace Based Parenting that meets each Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm in Room 307. For more information or to register please contact Pastor Mark Hall.
PrimeTimer's Breakfast Fellowship
 
Monday, February 9th, 8:00 am
Downtown Sampler Restaurant
What a super way to start a week - sharing breakfast together with some of the best folks in town! Join us for a delicious breakfast at Downtown Sampler Restaurant in the First National Bank Building downtown starting at 8:00 am. Great food - great fellowship! For more information contact Pastor Bones at 662.1283.
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110th Church Anniversary Celebration
Sunday, February 15th
Between Worship Services
We will be sharing in a special fellowship time as we celebrate 110 years of God's faithfulness to Hutchinson First Church of the Nazarene. Please join us in the Garden Foyer between services on Sunday, February 15th for a Breakfast Reception. Also take a few moments to browse the memorabilia and picture displays that will be available February 15th through Sunday, February 22nd.
Mission Ministry Opportunities
star Alabaster Offering To Be Received 
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Alabaster Offering is an opportunity to support the purchase of land and construction of churches, schools, medical facilities and homes for missionaries and national workers around the world. Buildings erected for the purpose of ministry help provide a sense of permanence, functionally enhance ministry efforts, and convey an attitude that the Church of the Nazarene intends to "put down roots." The entire Alabaster Offering received goes toward these purchases. 
star We will receive our Alabaster Offering on Sundays, February 15th and 22nd. You can place your Alabaster Offering in the designated container at either Welcome Center or include it in your regular giving. Please designate Alabaster Offering on your check or giving envelope.
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Trip to Philippines
Enrollment for the trip has ended but your prayer and financial support for this trip would be so appreciated. Thank you.
Ash Wednesday Service
Wednesday, February 18th
6:30 pm
Make plans now to join us for a special Ash Wednesday Service on Wednesday, February 18th beginning at 6:30 pm in the Sanctuary. Nursery will be provided for children birth through 3 years of age.
These Forty Days
A Lenten Devotional
by Jeren Rowell
According to the Scriptures the devil tempted Jesus during a period of fasting and prayer that was preparation for Jesus' public ministry and passion. Throughout the Bible, times of desert preparation often preceded significant ministry. This is why we observe the season preceding Easter as a time for spiritual focus. These Forty Days is a simple guide for the reading of Scripture, reflection, prayer, and response. By beginning each day with intention, these devotionals will shape each of your hours with a heightened sensitivity to the Holy Spirit's teaching and guidance.
star Copies of this helpful devotional will be available at the Welcome Center soon and may be purchased for $8 each.
star Jeren Rowell serves as district superintendent of the Kansas City District Church of the Nazarene and has pastored more than 25 years. Dr. Rowell has served as editor of Preacher's Magazine and contributed to numerous books.
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M.O.P.S. Ministry
Needs Your Help
M.O.P.S. is looking for additional workers to help with children during the bi-monthly meetings on the 1st and 3rd Friday mornings of the month. If you are available and would be willing to help on a regular or occasional basis please contact Pastor Mark Hall.
Hospital Care Team
The Hospital Care Team is a ministry that seeks to extend the love, comfort and compassion of Jesus to those who are admitted to the hospital. Currently we are needing at least 3 more volunteers to join the team. If you would like to participate, or would simply like more information concerning this vital ministry, please contact Glen Menefee, 663.7333, or Pastor Bones Nay, 708.1642.
Audio/Visual Ministry
Needs Your Help

Our A/V ministry is looking for additional team members to help us with our Sunday Services.  We are in need of :

2 Sound Technicians

2 Media Technicians

1 Videographer

Training sessions will be provided to help you serve in this ministry. For more information, contact Pastor Ryan or Brian Augustine.

Women's Ministry
Tuesday Evening Ladies Bible Study
Beginning March 3rd, 7:00 pm
in Room 107
Interrupted - When Jesus Wrecks Your Comfortable Christianity by Jen Hatmaker
What happens when Jesus interrupts the average life? Interrupted encourages believers to ask if their lives bring integrity to the gospel. Follow the faith journey of author and fellow disciplemaker Jen Hatmaker and rediscover Jesus among the least of us. For more information, or to register for this study please contact Kristin Gilmore.
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Weekend To Remember
Friday, Saturday & Sunday
March 6 - 8, 2015
at Hyatt Regency Wichita
star Weekend To Remember is an incredible way to escape from your daily routine, learn to connect with your spouse more intimately, and understand God's blueprints for a wonderful marriage. The weekend format combines general sessions with messages delivered by a three-person speaker team and designated times set aside for projects to complete as a couple. The "Date Night" on Saturday gives you and your spouse the opportunity to spend a romantic evening alone. 
star Enhance your getaway experience by staying overnight at the getaway hotel. Special room rates are $109/night when mentioning that you are attending FamilyLife's Weekend to Remember. 
star Informational pamphlets are available at both Welcome Centers. 
star For more information or to register click here or contact Tony or Kelli Fure by email here or call 620.694.4054. Use the registration group code Hutch1stnazgroup for discounted price when registering.
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Art of Marriage Seminar
Friday & Saturday, April 17 & 18
at Hutchinson First Church 
star The Art of Marriage video event weaves together expert teaching, real-life stories, humorous vignettes, and more to portray the challenges and the beauty of God's design for marriage. Six engaging video sessions are interspersed with projects for couples to complete in a Friday night-Saturday schedule.
star The Art of Marriage Seminar will be held at Hutchinson First Church April 17 & 18: Friday 7-9:30 pm & Saturday 9 am-4 pm. Cost will be $40 per couple and includes 2 workbooks and snacks. We will break for lunch (not provided). No childcare provided. Please register online here by March 25th. Make checks payable to Hutchinson First Nazarene. For more info contact Kelli & Tony Fure by email here or call 620-694-4054 or the church office by email or call 620.662.1283.
star If you are interested in volunteering to help with the event please contact Kelli Fure.
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PrimeTimer's District Banquet
Friday, April 24th at 6:00 pm
Wichita First Church
Save the date for the Annual District PrimeTimer's Banquet to be held at Wichita First Church on Friday, April 24th. Entertainment this year will be Ben and Jon Burchfield who perform as The Burchfield Brothers. This Dove Award Duo was nominated for the best instrumentalist CD ane are highly recruited. They will be entertaining us with their music, storytelling and comedy play. Tickets for the event are $13.00. For more information you may contact Pastor Bones Nay at 620.708.1642.

Parents of 9th Graders Night Out 
This Sunday, February 8th, 6:00 pm
Parents of 9th Graders join us at Applebee's to enjoy dinner together and then at the Moore's, 305 Crescent St,  for coffee and fellowship time afterwards. Each couple/individual will be responsible for the cost of their own meal, however, dessert & coffee will be provided. If you can make it, please contact Pastor Josh via email, text, or Facebook.
Valentine's Day Babysitting Fundraiser
Any NYC bound students needing to raise funds for the trip are encouraged to sign up to help with one or both nights. For any families with younger children interested in childcare, our hours will be 6-10 pm for both 
Friday and Saturday evening, February 13 & 14. The cost will be $10 an hour for 1 or 2 kids and $15 an hour for 3 or 4 kids. We will serve a light meal (chicken nuggets and french fries) for those that don't eat before they come. If you have questions, please contact Pastor Josh.
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Student Auction
Sunday, March 8th
star The first Early Submission Deadline is Sunday, February 1st and students who turn in their items by that time will earn a $50 bonus.
star The Final Deadline to submit items for the auction will be Sunday, February 22nd.
star Silent Auction will begin Sunday, March 1st in the Fireside Room.
star Live Auction will be Sunday, March 8th beginning with dinner at 5:00 pm in the Lewis Family Life Center and the Live Auction beginning at 6:00 pm.
Important Dillon's Fundraiser Changes
Dillon's has revamped their Neighborhood Rewards Program, renamed it Community Rewards, and has made some major changes. 
- Reloadable gift cards will not longer be needed and HFN will no longer get credit for the loading of the current cards after Jan. 31st.
- Under the new program, participants will need to visit the Dillon's website, create an account if they don't already have one, and register for Community Rewards using our group code which is "10140".
- After your Plus Shoppers Card has been registered, we will begin receiving 5% of what you spend on "qualifying purchases" every time you use your card.
- Payments to us will begin coming quarterly instead of monthly.
- Gas will no longer be a "qualifying purchase".
- And perhaps the biggest change, Dillon's will no longer be sending statements to us containing the details of who spent what, they will only send us a check and the number of participants we have. So, it is no longer going to be possible for us to know who spent what and that means that we will most likely begin dividing the proceeds up amongst the students who's families participate. We will continue to iron out the details as we move forward.
- Please contact Joni Blosser or  Pastor Josh with questions.
Spring Break Mission Trip
Sunday, March 22nd - Thursday, March 26th
Destination: San Antonio, Texas
During Spring Break this year our juniors and seniors will travel to Galveston, Texas to participate in a Habitat for Humanity Project and enjoy some down time together. We will return to Hutchinson on Thursday, March 26th. The cost of the trip will be $150 per person and will include everything except for spending money. Interested students need to sign-up with Pastor Josh by Sunday, March 1st.
Upcoming Events
star Winter Jam, INTRUST Bank Arena, Wichita, Kansas, Friday, March 6th
star Kansas Xtreme, Hutchinson First Church, Friday & Saturday, March 27-28
star MAX @ MNU, Olathe, Kansas, Thursday through Saturday, April 23-25
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