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Weekly Newsletter                                               October 21, 2015
October

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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 
Praise 'N Prayer, 6:30 pm
Stepping Up Men's Study, 6:30 pm
Season of Light Choir Rehearsal, 6:30 pm
Season of Light Orchestra Rehearsal, 7:15 pm

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Ladies Bible Study, 7:00 pm

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Grief Recovery Seminar, 9:00 am

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Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, 9:15 am
Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church, 10:45 am
Kids Bible Quiz Practice, 4:00 pm
Teen Bible Quiz Practice, 4:00 pm
Season of Light Choir Rehearsal, 4:00 pm
Trunk or Treat, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

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Church League Volleyball
Season of Light Drama Rehearsal, 6:30 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: 
 
  open doors as students are drawn by the message of hope in Lome, Togo, West Africa.

  additional funds needed to complete the new Nazarene Ibarra Extreme Church in Ecuador. The church is situated right next to the biggest park in Ibarra and close to one of the newest sections of highway where countless cars drive by each day.

  rain to come to Papua New Guinea. The lack of water continues to cause an increase in food prices, and many areas are without electricity.

  the Church of the Nazarene in Russia. Work began in 1991, when Chuck and Carla Sunberg began sharing following the fall of the Soviet Union. Russia is the world's largest nation with a current population of 143.5 million people, 13 Nazarene churches and 524 members.

"Pain insists upon being attended to. God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our
conscience, but shouts in our pains." - C.S. Lewis  The Problem of Pain
Quick Links

 

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Sunday Worship
Sunday, October 25th
Pastor Kent will share Part 1 of a new Sermon Series entitled Moving Forward this coming Sunday. Join us for either worship service at 9:15 or 10:45. We look forward to worshiping with you!
star 9:15 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes
star  10:45 am Worship Service, Discipleship Classes, Kids Church
Praise 'N Prayer
Tonight at 6:30 pm
Praise 'N Prayer is a great time to get refreshed and refueled in your walk with the Lord. Each Wednesday we share praises and prayer concerns together beginning at 6:30 in Room 102. If you are not currently attending a class on Wednesday evenings, please join us! We encourage all church families to attend. You'll be so glad you did!
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Pastor Appreciation
October is Pastor Appreciation Month
It's never too late to express gratitude and appreciation to our Pastors for touching our lives through their dedicated services. The baskets will be located at each Welcome Center through the remainder of October where you may leave your letters, cards and tokens of appreciation. This is a perfect time to show your gratitude for our pastors and their families.
Children's Ministry
star Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 25th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Parents...bring your children, nieces, nephews, and neighbors. Fun from beginning to end - 6:00 until 8:00 pm - this coming Sunday, October 25th, around the north and east areas of the building for kids through 6th grade and their familiy. There will be games, inflatables, fire pits to make s'mores, and LOTS of candy!  We will also have a $1 hot dog meal for you and the family. Parking will be available on the northwest area of the parking lot.
It's not too late to volunteer:
Host a trunk/vehicle
Donate individually wrapped candy (containers in foyer areas)
Provide Hayride 
Click here to sign up.
star Parent Meeting
Wednesdays, October 21st & 28th
in the Kids Theatre from 7:00 - 7:30 pm
Great things are on the way at HFN! This coming Sunday Pastor Kent will be talking about some changes that will prepare HFN's Children's Ministry for growth. There will be an Informational Meeting the next two Wednesday nights (October 21 and 28) in the Theatre from 7:00 -7:30. The meetings will be the same so join us at whichever time works best for you.
Laundry Love Ministry
Volunteer Meeting
Thursday, October 29th 
7:00 pm in Room 107
If you have helped with Laundry Love or would like to help in the future, we would love to have everyone join us for an Informational Meeting.
Updated information, reflection and sharing visions for the future! Hope to see you there!
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star Informational Meeting
Sunday, November 1st
4:00 pm in Room 309
Anyone interested in helping with Upward Basketball or Cheerleading is encouraged to attend an Informational Meeting on Sunday, November 1st, at 4:00 pm in Room 309. Upward will continue to be a meaningful ministry to the church and community with your involvement! 
Places you can serve include: coaches for basketball and cheerleading, referees, and concession stand servers. 
For more information please contact Jade Marcum.
star Register Here for Basketball & Cheer 2015-16
Upward Basketball and Cheerleading is for boys and girls, Kindergarten through 6th grade. Deadline to register for this year's season is Thursday, November 5th.
Evaluations will take place on Tuesday, November 3rd & Thursday, November 5th from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Basketball evaluations will take place in the Lewis Family Life Center. Cheerleading evaluations will take place in the Fireside Room.
Practices start Tuesday, December 8th & Thursday, December 10th. Practices will be every Tuesday or Thursday for the length of the season.
Games begin Saturday, January 9, 2016 in the Lewis Family Life Center.
Volunteers are needed for a number of areas. Former coaches, parents, and any interested persons are welcome to contact Jade Marcum to volunteer.
star  Tiny Tots gives 3, 4, & 5 year olds (that are not in Kindergarten) the chance to begin to learn the basics of basketball. Cost of $25 includes a team t-shirt and end of year gift. No practices during the week. Games begin Saturday, January 9th. Parents are encouraged to participate! Download Tiny Tots Registration Form here.
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! 
The Art of Marriage LIVE
Saturday, November 7th
at Hutchinson First Church
9:00 am - 4:30 pm  
Register HERE Now
Bill & Pam Mutz
Is your marriage great... stuck in neutral...needing a tune up or major overhaul? The Art of Marriage is for all married people, no matter what age or stage you are in. Guest speakers Bill & Pam Mutz will share important truths to encourage and strengthen your marriage. 
star 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.
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star Exciting News From India!
This Saturday, October 24th at 7:00 pm
New Life Church of the Nazarene 
Don't miss guest speakers Nitin & Shradha Saraf as they share the exciting news of how lives are being transformed by the power of Jesus! The Saraf's have been pastoring for 8 years at Chikhli Nazarene Church in the central Marashtra District in India. Also Nitin is coordinator for Jesus Film.
star Children's Clothing Now Accepted
Our NMI Council is now accepting all seasons of Children's Clothing, sizes 5T - 16 for the next School Clothes Give Away. This clothing may be newly purchased or gently used and clean with no holes/tears or repairs needed. We are at this time only accepting shirts/tops or shorts/pants (please no undergarments, shoes or socks). Designated containers are available in the Garden Foyer (by the West Entrance) and South Foyer.
star JESUS Film Harvest Partner Mission Trip Opportunities
Some highlights of the trip will be:
· Experiencing evangelism on the field.
· Inviting people to JESUS Film showings.
· Using the EvangeCube to share Jesus.
· Experiencing JESUS Film showings at night.
· Seeing first hand what God is doing through the JESUS Film.
· Attending local church services.
· Interacting with local Christian leaders.
· Sightseeing and shopping in beautiful countries.

Dominican Republic Team Leader: Ken Willard
Dates: April 28 - May 3, 2016
Signup deadline: January 30, 2016
Payment due: February 15, 2016
Cost: $825/each* (airfare not included)
*Price may be subject to change

Nicaragua Team Leader: Kelly Love 
Dates: May 26 - May 31, 2016
Signup deadline: February 28, 2016
Payment due: March 15, 2016 
Cost: $825/each* (airfare not included)
*Price may be subject to change.
Sign up here.
Season of Light
Volunteers Needed:

Seamstresses

Actors

Backstage Crew

Advertising and Promotions (distributing posters/flyers)

Please contact Pastor Ryan Gage if you would be willing to help in any of these areas. 
Student Ministry Enchilada Fundraiser
Student Ministries has a few extra enchiladas for sale, as well as some extra enchilada sauce. If you would like additional enchiladas or enchilada sauce, please contact  Pastor Josh Moore.

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KNYI Lock In
Deadline to Register 
This Friday, 10/23
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. 
Meet at HFN at 7:30 pm Friday, November 6th.
Return to HFN at 6:30 am Saturday, November 7th.
Bring extra money as we will stop at Kwik Shop on our way to Wichita and one between events in the middle of the night.
HFN Release Form must be on file before leaving for Lock-In.
 The sign-up deadline is Friday, October 23rd.
Students are welcomed and encouraged to invite and bring friends. For more information, please contact Pastor Josh.
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Volunteers Needed
We are currently in need of a few parents or adults who would be willing to be a part of a rotation that monitors the gym during our High School Gatherings on Wednesday nights from 8:00 - 9:00 pm. We only need one person each week, and the only requirement is to be present and make sure our left over middle school students don't get out of control. If you are willing and available to help, please contact Pastor Josh Moore by email, text, or phone.
Guys Shooting Outing 
Sunday, November 1st
Interested dads and sons...make plans now to join us at a private shooting range in Pretty Prairie to shoot clays. Bring your own gun(s) and ammo. If there are students interested in going but don't have their own gun, they can bring $15 to help cover the cost of extra ammo. We'll meet at 2 pm, shoot until 5 or so, and then have a bonfire and roast hot dogs. Folks who are interested can sign-up at the check-in counter in the East Foyer. For more information, please contact Pastor Josh.
Parent Meeting
Wednesday, November 4th
7:30 - 8:00 pm
in the Upstairs Chapel 
All Middle School and High School parents are encouraged to attend an Informational Parent Meeting on Wednesday, November 4th from 7:30 - 8:00 pm in the Upstairs Chapel. The discussion will focus on two items: the 2016 Silent Auction Fundraiser (packets will be available to pick up at the meeting) and an upcoming structure change. For more information, please contact Pastor Josh.
Auction Fundraiser
Sunday, March 13, 2016 
Auction Packets will be available at the Parent Information Meeting beginning Wednesday, November 4th.
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Winter Retreat
January 15-18, 2016
Sign Up Now
Sign up now for Winter Retreat! On the weekend preceding the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, we will be heading to Granby, CO to ski/board for a couple of days. 
Sign up at the Check-in Station in the East Foyer. 20 spots are open for students, first come-first serve (secured by deposit).
Cost: Ski is $330, Board is $350, and to Spectate will be $225.  (cost is all-inclusive). Payments are due Sundays: November 1st, December 6th, & January 3rd. 
Info sheets with all of the details are also available at the Check-In station. 
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
... KNYI Lock-In ... November 6-7
...TGC Christmas Party...December 16
...Winter Retreat...January 15-18
... Auction Fundraiser ... March 13
... Jr./Sr. Spring Break Mission Trip ... March 21-25
... Kansas Xtreme ... April 1-2
... MAX @ MNU ... April 21-23
News You Can Use

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.

There are several casserole dishes left in the kitchen from recent events. To help clear space, please stop by the Church Kitchen to see if a dish belongs to you.