Our United Methodist Women, now known as Women In Missions, will share the history of UMW in the church worldwide and here at home during a meeting on Sunday, February 1, at 12:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. You'll learn how the missions supported by the women of your church directly impact our community and beyond.  Find out what it means to be involved with Kairos Outside or the Prayer Shawl Ministry and many other ministries and small groups.

The United Methodist Women has been a part of FUMC Allen for over 60 years. We need you to be a part of this vital group in our church. See how your support is needed to continue to provide over $10,000 worth of mission support.  Planning for new activities and groups will be a part of the discussion.

If you have any questions or comments about Women in Mission or Sunday's meeting, contact Pam Chevrefils  or Ruth Swingle.

Sun Feb 1

Purchase tickets TODAY in the gathering area for the 2015 MEN'S SUMMIT: MORE THAN CAMMO & BACON, Saturday, 8:00am-10:00am, in the Fellowship Hall. This spiritual retreat features guest speaker Rev. David Lessner, senior pastor at Creekwood UMC, and breakfast with plenty of bacon. $10 per person. Bring your fathers; bring your sons! All men welcome! Contact Rev. Brian McPherson.
 

Purchase tickets NOW for MARDI GRAS MADNESS, a night of frolicking family fun-dinner, dancing, and auctions--in support of youth missions. Tickets are $20 for regular seating and $30 each for a premium table for 10. Children, age 4-grade 6, enjoy a special event with pizza and entertainment. $10. Contact Doris Allen.

RUN FOR GOD Sign up on Sunday for this 12-week "couch to 5K" training course and Bible study. Two sections available for participants of all ages: Tuesdays beginning February 10 or Thursdays beginning February 12 with a 6:30pm start. $35. Fee includes each participant's registration for the May 2 Race to Change the World at Bob Woodruff Park in Plano. Contact Greg Schell, GregS@fumcallen.org. 

Enjoy a light lunch and help us make plans as we embrace all generations through the many WOMEN'S MISSIONS & MINISTRIES at FUMC Allen, TODAY, 12:30pm, in the Fellowship Hall. All women welcome. 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.

Set Up Your Online Giving Today! 

The generosity of FUMC Allen reached a new annual high with almost
$2.2 million dollars given to the mission and ministry of our congregation.

Online giving can make your contributions easy and consistent. And setting up your online giving is as easy as visiting our website.

Click on the DONATE ONLINE link at the top of the home page (or click HERE to go directly to the donation page). You can make one-time contributions on the site or set up a recurring gift.

Sun Feb 8

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

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 new students for the 2015-16 school year. Contact Maureen Bowman, 972.396.7575, or visit the Playday website at www.playday.fumcallen.org.

Tue Feb 10-Tue Mar 24

Tue Feb 10 & Thu 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.

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 at 6:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. Questions? Contact Kim Klieger.

Fri Feb 13

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

Sun Feb 15

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE. The Red Cross returns to the east parking lot from 9:00am-1:00pm. Make an appointment online at www.redcrossblood.org. Use sponsor code "fumallen" or contact Ruth Swingle.

MARDI 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 7:00 am in the chapel and 7:00pm in the sanctuary 

Thu Feb 19

XYZ SENIOR ADULTS! Join us in the gym at 11:30am for a Build Your Own Taco Salad luncheon. Entertainment is the New Horizons Band, so get ready to dance! Cost $5. Contact Karen Griffith, 214.537.6739. 

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.

Sun Mar 15

METHODISM/MEMBERSHIP CLASS: Want to know more about the beliefs and ministries of the United Methodism Church and the expectations of membership? Attend the Methodism/Membership Class, 9:30am, in the chapel. Contact Rev. Maxie Moore. 
 

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.