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Weekly Newsletter                                            September 23, 2015
September

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Call To Prayer, 4:30 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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Kids Bible Quiz

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Alabaster Sunday
Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, 9:15 am
Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church, 10:45 am
Marciano 50th Anniversary Reception, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Fellowship & Outreach Committee Meeting, 4:00 pm
Kids Bible Quiz Practice, 4:00 pm
Teen Bible Quiz Practice, 4:00 pm
One Accord, 6:00 pm
Parents of 7th Graders Night Out, 6:00 pm
epoch Small Group, 6:30 pm

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Volleyball Practice, 7:00 pm

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Ladies Bible Study, 9:00 am
Ladies Bible Study, 7:00 pm
Moms In Prayer, 7:00 pm
Please Pray For: 
 
  the newly organized Pueblo Nuevo Church of the Nazarene in Colan, Peru and their 4 daughter church plants they are overseeing.

  the refugees moving into Europe and the churches that are trying to help them.

  the recovery teams in Saipan as people continue to rebuild after last month's typhoon.

  those recovering from mud slides on August 28th in Tuikhim Zang, Myanmar.

  Chris & Anndee Stringer, serving in Argentina.

  a team member who serves in a creative access area who has been struggling with an ongoing eye problem.
 
   "It seems to be God's plan to allow all sorts of things to happen that would naturally cause
fear, but to forestall them by the assurance of his presence." - Amy Carmichael (1867-1951) Irish missionary to India
Quick Links

 

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Sunday Worship
Sunday, September 27th
Pastor Kent Pedersen will continue the Priorities Sermon Series this coming Sunday with a message entitled Passing the Baton of Faith To Our Family taken from selected Scripture. We hope you make it a priority to join us for worship and fellowship this Sunday - we look forward to seeing you!
star 9:15 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes
star  10:00 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church
Alabaster Offering
This Coming Sunday, September 27th
star The Alabaster Answered Prayer
By Beryl Clarkson and Philip Weatherill British Isles South District 
  When Hilda Rollinson was a young woman, she contracted rheumatic fever. The doctor told her parents that Hilda would not have a long life. Two years ago upon reaching 100 years of age, she received a card of congratulations from Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. On the 10th of August this year she celebrated her 102nd birthday. South Leeds Church of the Nazarene is Hilda's home church where she has attended for many years. She is one of the friendliest people you could ever wish to meet; and should someone new sit near her in church, she likes to make them welcome and invites them to have fellowship over tea and coffee. 
   Throughout Hilda's long life, she has always had a love of people; and this was demonstrated by the fact that she, along with her late husband, fostered many children during their marriage together. Recently I interviewed her about missions, asking why she gave particularly to Alabaster. She said, "When we built our church and later the extension, we were given Alabaster money to help with the cost. I want to help others have the help we had. I give so that others may know Jesus." 
  Hilda has an unusual way of collecting money for her Alabaster box. She still lives alone and asks visitors who use her bathroom to put a donation into the Alabaster box. She recently asked her doctor if he knew what Alabaster means. He replied, "No, but knowing you, it will have something to do with the Bible." She asks this question of most people who visit her in her home. As well as giving to the work of missions, Hilda took an active role when the church started a compassionate ministries program for those suffering with addictions. She was one of the first volunteers serving tea and coffee to our guests. Hilda was in her nineties at the time. 
  Hilda Rollinson is a tiny lady with a big heart, an impish sense of humour, and a huge love of her Lord; and it is my privilege to know her. 
star We will be receiving our Alabaster Offering during both morning services on Sunday, September 27th. Designated chests will be placed at the Welcome Center in the South Foyer and Garden Foyer. You may place your gifts in either of the chests or drop them in the offering during morning worship. Please be sure to designate Alabaster Offering on your check or giving envelope.
WomensMinistryWomen's Ministry 
star Ladies Bible Study 
It's not too late to participate in either the Tuesday morning, or Tuesday evening Ladies Bible Study. Cost for either study book is $15. For more information or to register for Tuesday morning contact Ashley Gage. To register or for more information for Tuesday evening contact Shanna Woodcock.
star Moms In Prayer
Tuesdays at 7:00 pm In Room 102
Lives and whole communities are changed forever when moms gather together to pray. Moms can make the difference - moms just like you. All ladies are invited to join us Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:00 pm in Room 102 for a time of praying for our children and schools in Reno and Rice counties. For more information contact Kelli Fure.
star Kansas District Ladies Retreat
Friday & Saturday, October 9th & 10th 
Registration Deadline Extended 
to Monday, September 28th.
"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 deadline extended: Monday, September 28th. Forms and brochures are available at either Welcome Center. You can also register online here . 
Cost: Friday only $35/ Saturday only $35/ Both nights $60
Hotel Reservations: Doubletree Wichita Airport Hotel. $90 per room (4/room).
UpwardSports Upward Ministry
Basketball & Cheer 2015-16
Registration Begins Thursday, October 1st
The 2015-16 Upward Basketball & Cheer season is soon to begin!  
star Evaluations will take place on Tuesday, November 3rd & Thursday, November 5th from 6:30 - 8:30 pm in the Lewis Family Life Center.
star  Practices start Tuesday, December 8th & Thursday, December 10th. Practices will be every Tuesday or Thursday for the length of the season.
star Games begin Saturday, January 9, 2016 in the Lewis Family Life Center.
star Volunteers are needed for a number of areas. Former coaches, parents, and any interested persons are welcome to contact Jade Marcum or Renae Kennedy to volunteer. 
We are excited to continue this exciting program for kids and look forward to implementing some new ideas. Your prayers and support for this ministry are greatly appreciated! 
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2015-16 M.O.P.S. 
Begins Friday, October 2nd
Registration is still open for all moms with preschool children. Click here to register or contact Larissa Hawkinson, M.O.P.S. coordinator at 620.200.5746
star Moppetts Workers are needed: If you would be willing to help with our little ones while their mothers are being renewed and refreshed, would you please contact Amber Lalicker at 253.720.6023. Many helpers are still needed to provide adequate care and your consideration of this ministry would be a huge blessing to many!
Children's Ministry
Missions Retreat
Friday-Saturday, October 2-3
6:30 pm - 10:00 am
3rd - 6th Graders
Plan now for this trip of a lifetime! We'll be enjoying our late night snacks and playing Scripture Spy while flying to "Africa". Don't forget to bring your sleeping bag, pillow, roll of quarters, Bible, comfortable traveling clothes and permission slip (download here or available at Theatre door).
star Parents...there are opportunities for involvement during the Missions Retreat. Consider one of these ways you can help:
- 2 people to help coordinate snacks for the plane
- 8 more adults to help chaperone kids to the airport, pilot the plane, serve as custom guards and ticket agents.
- 2 ladies and 1 man to spend the night with us in Africa (aka HFN).
star Please contact Pastor Mark Hall to volunteer.
2015 Missions Gala 
Family Friendly Events Planned for Saturday, October 17th
star The Amazing Race 5K Run/Walk 
Highlands Golf Club 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!
Connect Class 
Sunday, October 18th
10:45 am
The next Connect Class will begin Sunday, October 18th. This class is for anyone interested in Nazarene beliefs and history, and covers how the Church of the Nazarene started, how it works, what it believes, and what that means for our local church. This class will meet for 6 weeks. 
star For more information or to register for the class, please contact Pastor Randall Harrell.
The Art of Marriage LIVE
Saturday, November 7th
at Hutchinson First Church
9:00 am - 4:30 pm  
Register HERE Now
Bill & Pam Mutz
Register now for an investment in your marriage and family! Through both timely and meaningful group sessions and quiet couple's discussion, guest leaders Bill and Pam Mutz will help you realize important truths to having a loving and lasting marriage. 
star The Art of Marriage LIVE Conference will bring encouragement, laughter, scriptural teaching, and hope. Topic Sessions include: God's Good Plan for Marriage, Overcoming Drift and Isolation, Communication and Intimacy, and Leaving a Legacy.
star Guest Speakers Bill & Pam Mutz: Bill is the President of Lakeland Automall in Lakeland, Florida. He has been involved with the ministries of FamilyLife and Promise Keepers. Bill and Pam serve in their local church and various community boards. Pam graduated as a physical education major, mentors and teaches women's Bible studies, and is a commissioned Centurion through Prison Fellowship. Bill and Pam are the parents of 12 children and 16 grandchildren.
star Cost: $65 per couple if registered by October 24th. $80 per couple if registered by November 6th. Includes couples manual set and lunch.
star Registration: Click here to register.

2015 Enchilada Fundraiser
star Enchilada Deadline: All order forms and payments are due today, Wednesday, September 23rd. 
star Production Day: Saturday, October 10th. Every student that sells Enchiladas must be present for Production Day. If a student has a prior commitment, a parent can come in their place.
Parents of 7th Graders Night Out
This Coming 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.
Flip Flop Sunday
This Coming Sunday, September 27th
Youth Sunday Morning Small Groups will meet at 9:15, and we will gather for worship with our 2nd Service crowd at 10:45. Our hope in doing Flip-Flop Sundays is to promote communal development with the entire HFN Family.
Parents of 8th Graders Night Out
Sunday, October 11th
6:00 pm at Olive Garden Restaurant 
All parents of 7th graders are invited to join us for dinner at Olive Garden Restaurant, 1700 East 17th St., at 6:00 pm on Sunday evening, October 11th. 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.
The Amazing Race 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, October 17th
10:30 am at the Highlands Golf Club
In an effort to raise funds to share the Gospel in other countries via the JESUS Film, HFN is sponsoring The Amazing Race. The 5K Run/Walk will take place at the Highland Golf Club on Saturday, October 17th, beginning at 10:30 am. All TGC students and families are invited to participate. Sign up at the East Entrance. Cost is $20 per person, and students may use funds from their Student Account to pay for the race. If you have questions, please contact Pastor Josh.
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KNYI Lock In
Friday & Saturday November 6-7
Wichita First Church
Registration Cards for Lock In are available at the check-in table in the East Foyer. Cost per student is $40. Students planning to pay with their account can simply note that on the card. Those paying with cash or check need to submit their payment along with their Registration Card. Students are welcomed and encouraged to invite and bring friends. The sign-up deadline is October 23rd. For more information, please contact Pastor Josh.
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New Schedule Reminder
Middle School - 6:30-7:30 - Gym & Youth Area
Middle/High School ($2) Dinner - 7:30-8:00 - Gym
High School - 8:00-9:00 - Youth Area
If you have comments concerning the new Wednesday Night Schedule we'd love to hear them. Feel free to contact Pastor Josh Moore by email, text, or phone.
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Upcoming Events
... Enchilada Production Day ... October 10
... KNYI Lock-In ... November 6-7
...TGC Christmas Party...December 16
...Winter Retreat...January 15-18
News You Can Use

You Are Invited to a Come & Go 50th Anniversary Reception for Sam and Cheryl Marciano on Sunday, September 27th, from 2:00 - 4:00 pm in the Fireside Room. If you are unable to attend you may send your cards of congratulations to them at 2505 Nevada Street, Hutchinson, KS  67502.

Dear First Church Family, We want to thank you for your financial support of the Reno County Cancer Council in the name of our son, Chris. He fought cancer for several years with great medical assistance. We have felt your thoughts, prayers and thank you for your generous gift to this cause in Chris' name. Thank you and may God bless you and yours. Bones & Norene Nay
 
Drop In Church League Volleyball -  If you are interested in playing Church League Volleyball please join us for practice on Monday evenings, beginning September 21st, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm in the Lewis Family Life Center. For more information please contact Rozan Menefee at 663.7333.

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.