This Week

@FUMC Allen

September 28 2014

The Centenary College Choir from Shreveport, Louisiana, performs IN CONCERT on Friday, October 3, at 7:00pm in the sanctuary of First United Methodist Church of Allen.

This FREE event is part of their first tour of the school year, which takes them from the DFW area to San Antonio back through Fairfield, Texas, before their return to campus.

Hailed as America's Singing Ambassadors by the press, the Centenary College Choir has traveled the world for seven decades, constantly exploring new and productive avenues in the world of collegiate choral music. This innovative spirit has been evidenced in the Choir's unique and diverse manner of programming, a repertoire that ranges from Bach to Broadway, world folk music to contemporary church music, and oratorio to opera. The Choir seeks to engage audiences not only through an eclectic repertoire but also through emotional, heart-felt music making.

The 2014-2015 program, Out of This World, takes the audience around the globe with cultural pieces such as Mack Wilberg's Three Scottish Folksongs, Stephen Hatfield's rhythmic setting of the spiritual Ain't That News, and Brad Holmes's arrangements of Shaker Dance and the African inspired Noel. Characterizing music of the eternal and the cosmos are selections such as Dan Forrest's arrangement of How Great Thou Art, Choir alumnus James Eakin's We Are the Stars, and Eriks Esenvalds Stars, a piece accompanied by tuned water glasses. Audiences enthused over the exquisite Norwegian choral music from Disney's recent animated movie Frozen can look forward to a set of pieces from the film, and the Choir is even including a robust men's arrangement of Ghost Riders in the Sky in the program.

Invite your friends and neighbors to join you at FUMC Allen on Friday, October 3, at 7:00pm to support this wonderful community program.

Will we see you in worship this Sunday?

8:15am 9:30am 11:00am

Women's Conference

SUNDAY NIGHT

Oct 19-Nov 2

Oct 6-Nov 24

The Military Support Group invites families to update the church's information for their loved ones in the military. Email Rev. June Franck, JuneF@fumcallen.org, with current branch, rank, location, and a digital picture, if available.

Stockings for Soldiers collections begin in October: please provide a mailing address they are to be included in the November shipment.

This Week

Sun Sep 28/2014-Sat Oct 4/2014

Sun Sep 28

If you are a single young adult (18 and older) or a married young couple with no kids, join us for a free YOUNG ADULT LUNCHEON at 12:15pm in Fellowship Hall. We'll discuss your interest in and need for young adult programs at FUMC Allen. Contact Rev. Monty Moore, MontyM@fumcallen.org.

Sign up in the gathering area for Beyond the Broken Heart, an eight-week GRIEF RECOVERY SEMINAR, Mondays, October 6-November 24, at 7:00pm in the parlor. Contact Lynn Seal-Cupp, lynnseal3@gmail.com.

Join Abingdon Women author Melissa Spoelstra on October 11, 9:30am-3:00pm, as she teaches from her new women's Bible study, JEREMIAH: DARING TO HOPE IN AN UNSTABLE WORLD. Purchase tickets in the gathering area. $32 per person. Contact Ruth Swingle, RuthS@fumcallen.org.

Tonight's GOSPEL CONCERT event begins with a home-cooked meal served at 5:00pm, concert at 6:30pm followed by an ice cream social at 7:30pm. Contact Rev. Rusty King, RustyK@fumcallen.org.

Wed Oct 1
SOUL FOOD CAF� is open for dinner Wednesdays from 5:30pm-6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. This week's menu: spaghetti, salad, fruit, rolls, and cake; hot dog meal for kids. $5/adults; $2/children; $18 family max. Take-out boxes available. RSVP on the back of your registration form TODAY or e-mail Rev. Maxie Moore, MaxieM@fumcallen.org, by Tuesday noon.

All high school seniors are encouraged to bring their theme ideas for GREAT ADVENTURE WEEKEND 2015 to our October 1 meeting at 8:00pm in the conference room. Have ideas, but can't attend? Contact Eric Pugh, EricP@fumcallen.org.

Sat Oct 4

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY More than 40 volunteers participated in the wall raising and build on September 6. Can we count on you for our next host event this Saturday? Openings are available for additional volunteers. Contact Mike Anderson, michael_anderson45@yahoo.com.

Next Week & Beyond

Sun Oct 5/2014-Sat Nov 2/2014

Sun Oct 5

COMMUNION OFFERING On October 5, we celebrate World Communion Sunday. Our communion offering benefits the ministries of the United Methodist Committee On Relief (UMCOR). To learn more, visit umcor.org.

The Cindy Robinson READING GROUP meets at 2:00pm in the parlor to discuss Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon's Journey into the Afterlife by Eben Alexander, M.D. Alexander is a doctor who believes that true health can be achieved only when we realize that God and the soul are real and that death is not the end of personal existence but only a transition. For more information, contact Nancy Lessner, lessnern@att.net.

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS Bring your special friends of all species for a blessing of the animals at 2:00pm in the east parking lot. Contact Rev. June Franck.

Mon Oct 6-Mon Nov 24

If you or someone you love is grieving the loss of a loved one, sign up for Beyond the Broken Heart, an eight-week GRIEF RECOVERY SEMINAR, 7:00pm in the parlor. Contact Lynn Seal-Cupp.

Thu Oct 9

LEGAL AID CLINIC The September clinic served 38 client families with the help of 15 attorneys and 16 paralegals and volunteers. So far this year, the clinic has served 326 families with assistance, fellowship, and nourishment. The October 9 clinic welcomes Texas Health Resources who will be offering flu shots for Legal Aid clients from 4:30pm-8:30pm. Contact Kim Klieger, kimklieger@gmail.com.

Sat Oct 11

DARING TO HOPE WOMEN'S CONFERENCE: Abingdon author Melissa Spoelstra comes to FUMC Allen, 9:30am-3:00pm, to teach from her new Bible study, Jeremiah: Daring to Hope in an Unstable World. This one-day session includes worship, bible study, break-out sessions, lunch by Panera Bread, and giveaways from Abingdon Press. $32 per person. Register today at www.fumcallen.org.

Mon Oct 13

All youth are invited to join us for COLUMBUS DAY COLLIDE at Main Event in Plano from 10:00am to 2:00pm for fun and fellowship. For $20, you get laser tag, bowling, a $10 game card, two pieces of pizza, and a drink. Pick up and drop off at Main Event. Friends are welcome to join! Register Today! Contact Eric Pugh, EricP@fumcallen.org.

Tue Oct 21

Join CareGivers United as the welcome Ms. Lori Leu, elder care attorney, to speak on LEGAL ISSUES FOR CARE RECEIVERS, 7:00pm, in the parlor. Contact Beverly Allen, 972.727.8261.

Sun Oct 26

Come fellowship with us at the FALL FESTIVAL from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. Dress up in your favorite costume and enjoy Trunk or Treat games, play laser tag, visit the petting zoo and hear great music. Lunch will be served and a love offering is requested to help support the Scholarship Fund. Contact Mary Freeman, MaryF@fumcallen.org.

Sat Nov 1-Sun Nov 2

THE CROSS COUNTRY RIDERS have hotel information now available for the upcoming overnight ride to Arkansas on November 1-2. Contact Mark Stevenson, 214.668.1529.

Sun Nov 2

ALL SAINTS DAY On November 1, United Methodists recognize and celebrate All Saints Day and all the saints who from their labors rest. To have your loved one included in a listing of all those who have left us in the past year, email their first and last name, your name, and your relationship to Margo Naramore by Friday, October 24.

JUNIOR HIGH MISSION TRIP
From June 11-14, 2015, our rising 6th-8th graders will travel to the BIG HOUSE in Deer Park, TX, where youth and adults prepare to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ. This trip is open to students who are completing grades 5-7 in June 2015. Spots are limited so register today. $55 deposit; estimated total trip cost $220. Contact Eric Pugh, EricP@fumcallen.org, or visit bighousetx.org.

In This Issue

Methodism/Membership Class

This Week

Next Week & Beyond

Junior High Mission Trip

This Sunday's Sermon

Sunday, September 28, 2014

Words That Guide

Ephesians 4:1-7; 14-32

Rev. Todd Harris, preaching

Sanctuary

8:15am 9:30am 11:00am

September's COMMUNION OFFERING benefits the ministries of Juntos Servimos. To learn more, visit juntosservimos.org.

This Week at The Way

Sunday, September 28, 2014

Hearts for Holiness:

Three Parts Grace

Rev. Brian McPherson, preaching

Words from The Word

Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap in mercy.

Hosea 10:12

He who sows sparingly shall reap also sparingly. And he who sows bountifully shall reap also bountifully.

2 Corinthians 9:6

From Me is your fruit found.

Hosea 14:8

Do you have a Prayer Request?

As Christians, we are called to go OUT into the world to do the work of Christ. At FUMC Allen, we track the hours our members IMPACT the community working as volunteers for various service organizations, such as Allen Community Outreach, schools, sport teams, scouts, and more.

Our 2014 year-to-date total is 4,133 hours.

Report your service hours on the registration form found in this bulletin, and keep up the great work.