A Job Well Done

For nine years, Jackie Campbell has served FUMC Allen as Financial Director, wherein she has performed her work with great passion, precision, and commitment.

Jackie has resigned to pursue a new professional opportunity and will be greatly missed. She has tirelessly served our church for nearly a decade ensuring that your giving is accurately recorded, appropriately designated, and that our financial obligations are managed.  Jackie has always endeavored to ensure the transparency of our finances and her accessibility to anyone who has questions.

Let us join together in expressing our sincere appreciation to Jackie for a job well done. 

Thank you, Jackie, and may God bless you in your new endeavor.

Enjoy a free lunch this Sunday at 12:15pm in the gym.

Meet the staff, hear an overview of our United Methodist beliefs, and ask any questions you might have about membership at FUMC Allen.

Child care provided. Contact Rev. Maxie Moore. 

Guess-the-Musical Party

Sunday, January 25

12:15pm-1:15pm

Fellowship Hall

Anyone interested in participating in any part of the 2015 summer musical (production, lighting, cast, costumes, ushers, greeters, sound, and more)! Join us as we unveil our Summer Musical selection for 2015.

Musical is July 16-18, 2015, with rehearsals in June and July.

Auditions are Sunday, February 22, 12:15pm-4:00pm.

Contact Rev. Rusty King.

Sun Jan 25

PRESCHOOL SUNDAY. Come hear our Children's Creative Playday Preschool children sing praises to the Lord at the 11:00am service. Contact Maureen Bowman. 

Purchase tickets in the gathering area TODAY for the MEN'S SUMMIT: MORE THAN CAMMO & BACON. Contact Tracy Holloway. 

Sign up in the gathering area TODAY for RUN FOR GOD, a 12-week "couch to 5K" training course and Bible study. Contact Greg Schell. 

 Learn how to love God and live in relationship with one another through the eight-week COVENANT BIBLE STUDY starting January 25, 4:15pm-5:30pm in CLC206. This series places a special emphasis on the biblical concept of covenant as a unifying pattern throughout the Bible. Daily readings. $20. Child care available with reservation. Contact Rev. Maxie Moore.

The Battle of the Sexes concludes during COLLIDE YOUTH FELLOWSHIP today from 5:00pm-7:15pm!  Contact Eric Pugh.

Mon Jan 26

PLAYDAY REGISTRATION for FUMC Allen church members and current Playday students. Contact Maureen Bowman or visit www.playday.fumcallen.org.

Tue Jan 27

Interested in art? Looking to combine your art with your faith? On January 27, master painter Michael Maskow offers a six-week oil painting class he's named SACRED ARTISTRY. For more information, visit event registration at www.fumcallen.org. 

Children's Creative Playday Registration

FUMC Allen church members and current Playday students can register for the 2015-16 Playday school year beginning Monday, January 26.

Contact Maureen Bowman, 972 396-7575,
for more information or visit the Playday website:www.playday.fumcallen.org.

Sun Feb 1

NEW DATE: All women of the church are invited to come help plan and embrace all generations through the many missions and events represented by the women of FUMC Allen. 12:30 pm, Fellowship Hall. Light lunch provided. Contact Pam Chevrefils.

On Super Bowl Sunday, our COLLIDE YOUTH gather with Suncreek and Creekwood at FUMC Allen for their quarterly UNITY event, 5:00pm until half time. They'll eat, watch the big game/commercials, and pack food for Kids Against Hunger. Contact Eric Pugh.

Thu Feb 5

THE ENNEAGRAM JOURNEY by Suzanne Stabile is a 12-session DVD curriculum that teachers participants to use the enneagram, an ancient powerful tool for understanding ourselves, motivations, behaviors, and experiences. Course and personal workbook is $40. To register, contact class facilitator Debbie Tull.  

Sat Feb 7

MEN'S MINISTRY Join us in Fellowship Hall, 8:00am-10:00am, for a spiritual breakfast retreat just for men. Guest speaker is Rev. David Lessner, senior pastor at Creekwood UMC. $10 per person. Bring your fathers, bring your sons: all men are welcome! Contact Tracy Holloway.

Sun Feb 8

SCOUT SUNDAY 8:1am 9:30am 11:00am Contact Larry Wright.

Mon Feb 9

Are you looking for a quality Christian preschool for your children? CHILDREN'S CREATIVE PLAYDAY PRESCHOOL at FUMC Allen is now registering for the 2015-16 school year. Contact Maureen Bowman, 972.396.7575, or visit our website at www.playday.fumcallen.org 

Tue Feb 20-Tue Mar 24

DIVORCE CARE GROUP: Facing a divorce or separation? You don't have to go it alone! Join us Tuesdays, February 10-March 24, 7:00pm-8:30pm, in the chapel. This group will help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Register online or contact Lynn Seal Cupp.

 

Thu Feb 10 & Tue Feb 12

Register NOW for RUN FOR GOD, a 12-week "couch to 5K" training course and Bible study. You'll join a small supportive group of people looking to get in shape as part of God's plan. Registration fee for Run For God is $35.This fee includes each participant's registration for the Race to Change the World on Saturday May 2, a 5k with a 1k fun run at Bob Woodruff Park in Plano (a savings of $25 for adults and $15 for kids 12 and under). Open to participants of all ages. Contact Greg Schell.

 Thu Feb 12

The January LEGAL AID CLINIC served 18 client families with the help of 15 attorneys and 14 paralegals and volunteers. We pray that knowledge of our Legal Aid Clinic reaches more people in our community who are in need of this free service. The next clinic is schedule for February 12. Questions? Contact Kim Klieger.

Fri Feb 13

PARENTS NIGHT OUT, 5:30pm-9:30pm. Contact Maureen Bowman. 

Sun Feb 15

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE. In the east parking lot from 9:00am-1:00pm. Make your appointment at www.redcrossblood.org.

dcrossMARDI GRAS MADNESS 5:30pm Dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions. A good time for the entire family. Proceeds from this event support our youth choir tour and youth summer mission trips. Tickets are $30 for premium seats, $20 for regular seating, and $10 for children ages 4-grade 6. Contact Doris Allen.

Wed Feb 18

Ash Wednesday

Fri Feb 27-Sun Mar 1

GREAT ADVENTURE WEEKEND is coming soon, and spots are filling quickly! Stop by the youth wing to pick up registration forms and get them turned in ASAP! Register by February 10 to make sure you get the right T-shirt size! Contact Eric Pugh.

PARENTS NIGHT OUT

Join us for a Valentine's Day Parents Night Out on Friday, February 13, 5:30pm-9:30pm. at FUMC Allen.

Children, ages 18 months to 12 years old, will be cared for by the staff and friends of Children's Creative Playday. Pizza, drinks, games, crafts, and a movie! $20 per child/$50 family maximum.

Registration closes on February 11 so don't delay. Registration forms available outside the Playday office. Contact Maureen Bowman, 972.396.7575.

A Look Ahead

Mar 15 Methodism/Membership Class
Mar 19 Playday Art Night Premier
Mar 29 Palm Sunday
Apr 2 Maundy Thursday
Apr 3 Good Friday
Apr 4 Service of Healing & Wholeness
Apr 5 Easter Sunday
Apr 6, 9 Playday Open House
Apr 17 On Deck Sixth Grade Retreat
Apr 19 Methodism/Membership Class
May 2 Change The World 5K
May 10  Mothers Day
May 15-17 Change The World (CTW)Weekend
May 15 Connections Band Concert
May 17 One Worship Service
May 31 Graduating Senior Sunday
June 9 Bridgeport Seek Camp
June 11 Junior High Youth Mission Trip
June 15 Youth Choir Tour
July 7 Bridgeport Children's Camp
July 19 Senior High Mission Trip
Aug 3 Vacation Bible School

Serve in Honduras this summer at the House of Hope with Send Hope.

Youth ages 14 and up are encouraged to consider this mission opportunity scheduled for July 7-16.

Registration with an initial $500 deposit is due May 1. The estimated total cost of the trip is $1,350-$1,400.

Contact Tom Brian, 972.965.6534.

At FUMC Allen, we track the hours our members impact the community as they volunteer for various service organizations. The year-to-date total for 2015 is 242 hours.

Help us grow this number by reporting your service hours on the registration form found in each Sunday's bulletin or email your hours to Elizabeth Fairchild.

Keep up the great work.