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Weekly Newsletter                                                   August 26, 2015
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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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Ladies Bible Study, 7:00 pm

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Moms In Prayer Back to School Breakfast, 9:00 am

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Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, 9:15 am
Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church, 10:45 am
All Church BBQ/Motorcycle Fun Ride/Car Show, 12:00 noon
Kids Bible Quiz Practice, 4:00 pm
Teen Bible Quiz Practice, 4:00 pm
One Accord, 6:00 pm
epoch Small Group, 6:30 pm
Please Pray For: 
 
  the "Power House", a group of Christian women praying together for the lost and needs in Papua New Guinea.

   persecuted and displaced Christians in the Middle East.

   rain in Kudjip, Papua New Guinea.

   those recovering and affected from the bomb detonated in downtown Bangkok, Thailand on August 17th.

   those affected by the recent flooding in Argentina, Uruguay and Venezuela.

  Venezuelans attending church camps during August. 

  teachers for two new Child Development Centers in Pakistan.

   Gary & Penney Sidle, serving in Zambia.
 
   "It is not hard for the Lord to turn night into day. He that sends the clouds can as easily clear the skies. Let us be of good cheer." - Charles Haddon Spurgeon, (1834-1892), English preacher and writer
Quick Links

 

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Sunday Worship
Sunday August 30th
Pastor Kent Pedersen will share Part 1 of a new sermon series entitled Priorities. We look forward to fellowship and worship with you this Sunday!
star  9:15 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes
star 10:45 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church
Moms In Prayer
Prayer Breakfast
This Saturday, August 29th
From 9:00 - 11:00 am in Room 306 
It's not too late to sign up for the Prayer Breakfast this coming Saturday, August 29th. You can be a part of those crying out to God all across the globe for the next generation during this special prayer breakfast. 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
This Coming Sunday, August 30th
12:30 - 3:30 pm
Inflatables/Motorcycle Fun Ride/Car Show
We are looking forward to seeing you at our 
All Church BBQ Dinner this coming Sunday, August 30th immediately following morning services
in the Lewis Family Life Center.
star BBQ Lunch in the Lewis Family Life Center
Each household is asked to please bring a side dish to feed 10-12 people. Those 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 Inflatables for Children
Fun inflatables for the children will be set up on the East side of the facility. Kids, be sure to bring swimwear and a towel for the water inflatables. 
star Motorcycle Fun Ride
Motorcycle enthusiasts...bring your bike and join us for a special Scavenger Hunt Bike Ride through Hutchinson and the surrounding area after the lunch this Sunday.
star Classic Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show
Dash plaques for the first 50 cars. No entry fee. No judging. No trophies. Register by August 28th here.
Children's Ministry
star Parent Meeting
Sunday, September 6th 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
Tickets for Naz Night at the Fair may still be purchased for $30 each. This price will include gate admission to the Fair and concert ticket. In concert on Wednesday, September 16th, will be The Newsboys and For King & Country. Please note that Naz Night @ the Fair will replace our regularly scheduled Bible Max for Wednesday, September 16th.
star Church @ the Fair
Sunday, September 20th
All children, K-6th grade, are encouraged to sing with us at Church @ the Fair Worship Service. We will be learning the song over the next several weeks (no extra rehearsals needed). T-shirts (same as last year) 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.
star BibleMaxWebSm Bible Max
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.
Ladies Bible Study 
Seamless by Angie Smith
Tuesdays, 9:00 - 11:00 am
in the Fireside Room
Starting Tuesday, September 22nd  
Everything you need to piece together the people, places, and promises of the Bible. There's a seamless thread woven through every story in the Bible - a thread that connects its people, places, and promises in a whole new way. Ready to replace insecurity that holds you back and move forward with clarity and confidence in your understanding of Scripture? Join us for Seamless, a 7-session dvd Bible study by Angie Smith. 
star Cost: $ 15 for each study book.
star To register or for more information on this study contact Ashley Gage.
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 are available on Sunday at either Welcome Center or at the church office during the week. 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 are now available at each Welcome Center. 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.    
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.
star Registration deadline: Friday, September 18th. Registration forms and brochures are available at either Welcome Center. You can also register online here. 
star Cost: Friday only $35/ Saturday only $35/ Both nights $60
star Hotel Reservations: Doubletree Wichita Airport Hotel. $90 per room (4/room).
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. Pre-race packets may be picked up on Sunday, October 11th at the Garden Foyer Welcome Center between morning services or the morning of the race beginning at 9:45 am. 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.
star Global Gala Game Show will follow in the Lewis Family Life Center. Lots of fun and interesting information all rolled into one fun Jeopardy-style game show! 
Come one, come all! Don't miss this
interactive, fun day of festivities!
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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.
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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.

Naz Night @ the Fair
Wednesday, September 16th
star The Newsboys and For King & Country in Concert.
star Tickets $30 each. In order to get tickets through the church, students need to sign up by Wednesday, September 9th. Admission into the fair is included with the concert ticket.  
star Sign up at the Check-In Counter in the East Foyer.
Please note there will be no Go Culture Mid-Week Gathering at the church on Wednesday, September 16th.
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25015-16 Wednesday Night Schedule
Beginning TONIGHT
A brand new Mid-Week Schedule will begin tonight, August 26th. Our new schedule is 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 Middle School Students - Activities will conclude at 8:00 pm and students will need to be picked up then. For families who have a student in Middle and High School, only those middle school students 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 TONIGHT, August 26th
in the Lewis Family Life Center
star Meals will begin again tonight, August 26th. 
star Please be sure to send $2 with your student to pay for the meal. 
star Additional volunteers are also needed for help with cooking and clean up. 
star If you are interested in helping on a rotation basis, please contact Pastor Josh.
Parents of 7th Graders Night Out
Sunday, September 27th
6:00 pm at Chili's Restaurant 
All parents of 7th graders are invited to join us for dinner at Chili's Restaurant, 1801 East 17th St., at 6:00 pm on Sunday evening, September 27th. Following our meal we'll meet at Pastor Josh & Stacy Moore's home, 305 Crescent St., for coffee and fellowship time. 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.
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Upcoming Events
 ...Enchilada Fundraiser Sales ... September
... Church @ the Fair ... September 20
... See You At The Pole ... September 23
... Enchilada Production Day ... A Saturday in October
... KNYI Lock-In ... November 6-7
News You Can Use

Laundry Love: The next Laundry Love ministry opportunity is Tuesday, September 1st at Giant Laundry, 430 N Adams Street, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. If you would like to contribute toward this ministry you may bring Liquid Laundry Soap and Dryer Sheets 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.

College Sunday Morning Small Group: 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. 

Congratulations to Brandon & Michelle Silsbee on the birth of their second child, Victoria Jordan Silsbee, born Monday, August 24th at 3:45 am. At birth, Tori weighed 6 pounds, 10 ounces and was 
19 1/2 inches long. Congratulations also to big sister Adelyn, grandparents Randal & Pat Turner and Uncle Josh Turner!

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.

Support Group for Foster and Adoptive Moms meets every 2nd Saturday of the month at Crossroads Christian Church, 4310 N Monroe, from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Time for prayer, testimonies, teaching, and encouragement for Adoptive and Foster moms. For more information contact Annette VanBruggen or Larissa Green.