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Weekly Newsletter                                                   August 19, 2015
August

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Call To Prayer, 4:30 pm
Teen Bible Quiz Practice, 5:30 pm
Prayer 'N Praise, 6:30 pm
Bible Max for Kids, 6:30 pm
The Life of Moses, 6:30 pm
Celebrate Recovery, 6:30 pm
Go Culture Student Ministry, 6:30 pm 
Stepping Up Men's Study, 6:30 pm
Festival Choir & Orchestra Rehearsal, 6:30 pm

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Darrell Zahorsky Funeral Service in Sanctuary, 10:00 am
Ladies Bible Study, 7:00 pm

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Back To School Sunday
Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, 9:15 am
Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church, 10:45 am
Marriage Ministry Luncheon Meeting, 12:00 pm
Kids Bible Quiz Practice, 4:00 pm
Teen Bible Quiz Practice, 4:00 pm
One Accord, 6:00 pm
Please Pray For: 
 
  the work God is doing in the South East Asia Field of Cambodia where most of the 15 million residents are Buddhists. Cambodia has 1100+ members in 33 churches in 1 Nazarene District.  
  - Pray for the 22 new villages entered within the last year where the gospel has been shared.
  - Pray for 5 ladies who have become leaders in the local church and effective witnesses in their community. 

  Scott & Emily Armstrong, serving in Dominican Republic.
 
   Stephane & Sandra Tibi, serving in South Africa.

   Friday & Mary Ganda, serving in Burundi.

   Paul & Sharon Martin, serving in Ghana.

   "As in all warfare, the two essential elements in victory are knowing your enemy and knowing your resources." - Sinclair B. Ferguson, Scottish preacher and theologian
Quick Links

 

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Sunday Worship
Sunday August 23rd
This coming Sunday is designated as Back To School Sunday. Join us for either morning worship, at 9:15 or 10:45. We will be praying for students of all ages and educators as we prepare for another awesome school year. Pastor Kent will be sharing a meaningful message entitled C.P.R. , taken from 1 Corinthians 1:18-30. Teachers, administrators and school district employees, be sure to see an usher following either service to receive your complimentary gift to begin your school year. 
star  9:15 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes
star 10:45 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church
Discipleship Ministries
College Sunday Morning Small Group
The young adult's life is full of transitions. Moving away from home. Starting college. Beginning a career. Getting married. The list is endless. Being connected in a small group of young adults facing similar circumstances is a great encouragement and support. Consider investing an hour of your Sunday morning in a group led by Craig Wood as they look at some of the parables of Jesus in a study called "Series of Parables." They meet in Room 101 at 10:45 am. You'll be blessed and so glad you came!
War Room - The Movie
Prayer Is A Powerful Weapon
Purchase Your Ticket by
Next Wednesday, August 26th
Tickets for the movie War Room are now available for purchase at either Welcome Center. From the award-winning creators of Fireproof and Courageous comes this compelling drama that explores the power that prayer can have in every area of our lives. This movie will be showing at the Hutchinson Mall on Friday, August 28th. Tickets may be purchased at either Welcome Center through Wednesday, August 26th. Cost is $7.50 each.
Moms In Prayer
Prayer Breakfast
Saturday, August 29th
9:00 - 11:00 am
Room 306 
All around the world mothers come together to passionately pray before God for the lives of their children. Imagine the impact of God answering prayers for a generation of children throughout the world. You can be a part of those crying out to God for the next generation during a special prayer breakfast on Saturday, August 29th. All ladies are invited to join us in Room 306 (please enter through the South Entrance) from 9:00 - 11:00 am. To rsvp, or for more information, please contact Kelli Fure.
All Church BBQ Dinner
Sunday, August 30th
12:30 - 3:30 pm
Inflatables/Motorcycle Fun Ride/Car Show
An afternoon of food, fun and fellowship is planned for Sunday, August 30th, immediately following the morning services. A BBQ lunch will be served, along with inflatables for the children, a motorcycle fun ride for motorcycle enthusiasts, and a car show on the grounds. You are welcome and encouraged to share in the festivities! We look forward to seeing you!
star Those households whose last name begins with A-L are asked to please bring a salad or vegetable. Those whose last name begins with M-Z are asked to please bring a dessert.
star Kids, don't forget to bring swimwear and a towel for the water inflatables.
Children's Ministry
star Parent Meeting
Sunday, September 6th at 10:30 am &
12:00 noon
All parents of children birth through 6th grade are asked to please attend one of the two identical Parent Information Meetings regarding Fall Children's Ministry events. Meet in the Theatre following either of the morning services on Sunday, September 6th.
star Naz Night at the Fair
Wednesday, September 16th
Deadline to purchase your $20 ticket for Naz Night @ the Fair (includes admission into the fair) is TODAY. Naz Night at the Fair will replace our regularly scheduled Bible Max on Wednesday, September 16th. In concert that night will be The Newsboys & For King & Country.  Tickets purchased after today will be $30.
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Sunday, September 20th
All children, K-6th grade, are encouraged to sing with us at Church @ the Fair Worship. We will be learning the song over the next several weeks (no extra rehearsals needed). T-shirts will be available and offered to your children at no cost - (If you can help offset this cost, the shirts are approximately $7 each. Designate Kids Fair Shirt on your check or giving envelope and drop it in the offering plate or leave at the Garden Foyer Welcome Desk.) To order a shirt click here.
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Begins Wednesday, September 23rd
Bible Max will officially start on Wednesday, September 23rd. A few more small group helpers are needed. If you are interested, please contact Pastor Mark.
6th Annual Church at the Fair Service
Sunday, September 20th
10:00 am  
Invite your family and friends to join you for church at the 6th Annual Church at the Fair Service on Sunday, September 20th. We will worship at the Bretz and Young Law Arena on the Kansas State Fairgrounds. Pre-service music begins at 9:30 and worship begins at 10:00 am. 
star Complimentary tickets will be available this Sunday, August 23rd. You are welcome to use these tickets to invite unchurched friends and family.
star Although tickets are free, we are asking HFN members/attenders to consider purchasing the tickets they will need. Any contributions toward Church @ the Fair are greatly appreciated.
star Church at the Fair Music CD will be available at each Welcome Center this coming Sunday, August 23rd. Stop by and pick up a cd that will feature the worship music for our service at the Fair. CD's are free and available to everyone.
Jill Savage
Kansas District Ladies Retreat
Friday & Saturday, October 9th & 10th
10:00 am  
"No More Perfect" is the theme for this year's District Ladies Retreat to be held at the Doubletree Wichita Airport Hotel on Friday and
Saturday, October 9th & 10th. Guest speaker is Jill Savage, author, speaker, founder and CEO of Hearts at Home. Registration forms and information are now available at either Welcome Center.   
star Friday's session includes Craft Fair, Door Prizes, Opening Session with Jill and Salon Time. 
star A Breakfast Buffet will begin Saturday's session followed with 2 more sessions led by Jill.
star  Music will be provided by Woodland Lakes Community Church.
2015 Missions Gala 
Family Friendly Events Planned for Saturday, October 17th
The Church of the Nazarene is 'Going Where The Church Is Not Yet' by seeking unreached people groups and sharing the love of Christ through compassion and discipleship all across the globe. Join us for this family friendly weekend as we participate together reaching those in unreached places!
star The Amazing Race - JESUS Film Harvest Partners 5K Run/Walk 
Highlands Golf Club Begins at 10:30 am
The 2015 Missions Gala festivities will begin with The Amazing Race - a 5K Run/Walk through beautiful Highlands Golf Club, 922 Crazy Horse Road in Hutchinson. The race begins at 10:30 am on Saturday, October 17th. Register to participate in the race, download liability waivers, make payment, and order t-shirts here. All proceeds from the race will go to purchase items for JESUS Film Harvest Partners Backpacks. Click for more information concerning the backpacks or JESUS Film Harvest Partners.
star Lunch Served at East Entrance - The Gala will be serving grilled hamburgers, salads, sides, drinks and dessert at the East Entrance to the building at noon. $3.00 per plate. All are welcome to join us for lunch.
star Fletcher Tink Guest Speaker - Following lunch Fletcher Tink, missionary from the Asia Pacific, will be sharing with us at 2:00 pm. followed by our incredible Gala Game show in the Lewis Family Life Center. Come one, come all! Don't miss this interactive, fun day of festivities!
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2015-16 M.O.P.S. 
Registration Now Underway
Meetings are the first and third Fridays of each month, from October 2nd through May 20th, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at First Church of the Nazarene. Childcare is provided. Cost is $37.50/semester. Come join us as we travel through motherhood together and find our identity hidden in Christ. 
star For more information concerning M.O.P.S., or if you would like to participate in M.O.P.S., please contact Larissa Hawkinson, MOPS Coordinator, at 620.200.5746 or click here.
The Art of Marriage LIVE
Saturday, November 7th
at Hutchinson First Church
9:00 am - 4:30 pm  
The Art of Marriage LIVE is new and combines the Art of Marriage material with the Weekend to Remember experience, bringing live speakers right to our church who will bring encouragement, laughter, scriptural teaching, and hope to all who come. 
star Mark your calendar now for Saturday, November 7th. Guest speakers will be Bill & Pam Mutz from FamilyLife Ministries. Sessions cover topics of: God's Good Plan for Marriage, Overcoming Drift and Isolation, Communication and Intimacy, and Leaving a Legacy.
star Registration will begin soon. For more information concerning The Art of Marriage click here.
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Christ's Care Preschool Open Enrollment
Register Here Now
Open enrollment has begun for the 2015-16 Christ's Care Preschool school year. Openings are currently available for all sessions.
star Monday/Wednesday/Friday Morning Sessions for 4/5 year olds meet from 9:00 am - 11:30 am. Cost is $100 per month. Non-refundable enrollment fee - $50 payable at registration.
star Tuesday/Thursday Morning Sessions for 3/4 year olds meet from 9:00 am - 11:30 am. Cost is $80 per month. Non-refundable enrollment fee - $50 payable at registration.
star Tuesday/Thursday Afternoon Sessions for 3-5 year olds meet from 12:30 - 3:00 pm. Cost is $80 per month. Non-refundable enrollment fee - $50 payable at registration.
star For more information contact Melissa Marcum at 620.662.1283.

3rd Annual Back 2 School Night
Tonight at 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Our 3rd annual Paint the Night B2Sschool Party is tonight from 6-8:30! Free food, games, photo opps and of course, free t-shirts to paint up. Invite your unchurched friends to join you!
star Students - be sure to wear clothes and shoes that won't matter if they are changed forever (i.e., stained)! 
star Parents - be sure to have car seats covered when your student rides home.
Naz Night @ the Fair
Wednesday, September 16th
We will be replacing our regularly schedule Mid-Week gathering with Naz Night at the Fair on Wednesday, September 16th. The bands that will be in concert that night are The Newsboys & For King & Country. Tickets are $20 for those who sign up and pay by TONIGHT, (price includes gate admission). Students who sign up after tonight will have to pay an additional $10 to get into the Fair. The sign-up sheet will be at the Check-In Counter in the East Foyer. 
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25015-16 Wednesday Night Schedule
Beginning Wednesday, August 26th
A brand new Mid-Week Schedule will begin next Wednesday, August 26th. Our Mid-Week Gathering will meet as follows:
Middle School Gathering - 6:30-7:30 - Youth Chapel/Area
$2 Dinner for all Mid/High School Students - 7:30-8:00 - Gym
High School Gathering - 8:00-9:00 - Youth Chapel/Area
star Activities for our Middle Schoolers will conclude at 8:00 pm and that is when they need to be picked up. For families who have a student in Middle and High School, only those middle schoolers will be allowed to remain in the gym until the conclusion of the High School Gathering at 9:00 pm.
star One of the main reasons for the schedule change is to allow space for growth. Over the course of last school year, our Mid-Week Gathering average attendance was 90+, and the Chapel was full. We are praying that this new schedule arrangement will provide space for new growth for us and new believers for the Kingdom! 
star If you have questions or concerns, please contact Pastor Josh.
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$2 Meals Are Back
Beginning Next Wednesday, August 26th
in the Lewis Family Life Center
Meals will begin again next Wednesday, August 26th. Please be sure to send $2 with your student to pay for the meal. Additional volunteers are also needed for help with cooking and clean up. If you are interested in helping on a rotation basis, please contact Pastor Josh.
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Upcoming Events
... Enchilada Fundaraiser...September/October
...Church @ the Fair...September 20
...KNYI Lock-In...November 6-7
News You Can Use

Laundry Love: First Tuesday of each month from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Giant Laundry, 430 N Adams Street. Liquid Laundry Soap and Dryer Sheets may be brought to the Welcome Center at your convenience. Quarters may be left at the Garden Foyer Welcome Center each Sunday or brought to the Church Office during the week.

Organ/Piano for Sale: excellent condition. Contact Wilma Selby, 200 Sunnydell Circle, Apt. 29, South Hutchinson. 620.259.6641.

Are You CPR or AED Certified? We would like to update the list of those in our congregation that are trained in CPR and AED use with our Automatic External Defibrillator so they may be called upon during an emergency. If you are trained and are willing to have your name posted with our AED unit, please contact the church office. The AED is stored in the Usher's Closet in the corridor of the Sanctuary.