This Sunday, January 31

The Hole In Our Gospel Series Continues

Worship: Dr. Ken Diehm speaking Downtown (8:50, 9:00, 10:10, 11:15 AM)
Rev. Randy Scrivener speaking at Heritage (10:30 AM)
Rev. Armando Alvarado speaking in Spanish (11:15 AM)

Sunday School: 9:30 AM (Heritage) | 10:05 AM (downtown)

Also This Sunday: The Hole In Our Gospel Groups | Pot Luck Lunch at Heritage | General Board of Global Ministries Gathering | Chili Bowl VII | Elvis Gospel Concert | Confirmation Class Begins

The Hole In Our Gospel

You should have read through Part 3 of The Hole In Our Gospel (through chapter 14) by this Sunday. We encourage everyone to join in with a group that is discussing the book. The following small groups have formed to discuss the book:

Sundays at 4:00 PM with Dr. Ken Diehm in Room 2011 of the Family Life Center
Wednesdays at noon with Dr. Cindy Ryan in Room 2007 of the Family Life Center
Wednesdays at 7:00 PM with Rev. Rita Yoes in Room 2011 of the Family Life Center

Childcare is provided for all groups. You may also choose to participate by discussing the book with your Sunday School Class. Visit our website at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/hole for more details on Sunday School Classes studying the book.

Memorial Services

We have lost two church members this week and wanted to share information with you regarding memorial arrangements.

Bobbie Cherry passed away on Sunday, January 24. A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held Saturday, January 30, at 11:00 AM in Founders Chapel. The family suggests donations to the Susan G. Komen Foundation or to First Methodist Grapevine.

Randy Roberts passed away on Tuesday, January 26. The memorial service is planned for Saturday, January 30, at 4:00 PM in the Sanctuary (downtown). The family suggests donations to First Methodist Grapevine.

Visit our website for full details on each of these events!

Chili Bowl VII and Elvis Gospel Concert

This Sunday, January 31, is Chili Bowl VII at 5:30 PM in the Family Life Center, followed by a gospel concert by “Elvis” (Kraig Parker) at 7:00 PM in the Sanctuary! 

It's not too late to enter your team! We will be taking team entries right up until Sunday. Sign up on Check-In online or contact Neil Payne (NPayne@PGMGI.COM, 817-329-4269) or Kevin Mitchell (kmitchell@grapevinetexas.gov). Chili Bowl is an annual event where the whole church comes together and tests our best chili recipes!  Entertainment is provided by the First Church String Band!! Everyone is welcome to participate - whether you enter the contest, or just come eat! We have a new category called "It's Not Chili" and hot dogs will be available for the kids. Get full details on the Iron Men web page.

This years beneficiary is Weekend Food; all proceeds will go to this ministry. Weekend Food is a program which provides 350 children per week with a bag of supplemental food for the weekend. We would like to ask that you donate any of the following Weekend Food needs:  individual packs of: easy mac, ravioli, ramen noodles, applesauce, fruit cups, pudding cups, breakfast bars, instant oatmeal. Bring your donation with you to the Chili Bowl. Get more details about Weekend Food here.

After the Chili Bowl, join us in the Sanctuary for an incredible gospel concert by Elvis impersonator Kraig Parker and the Royal Tribute Band! The event is free and no ticket or RSVP is required - just show up and enjoy the show! Doors open at 6:00 PM and the concert starts at 7:00 PM.

Fifth Sunday Pot Luck Lunch at Heritage

When there is a fifth Sunday in the month, the Heritage Campus holds a pot luck lunch after worship.  All are invited to join us for lunch this Sunday, January 31. Worship begins at 10:30 AM.  Please bring a dish to share!

General Board of Global Ministries

The General Board of Global Ministries (GBGM) is one of the ministries our church supports through our apportionments. Adam Neil, a representative from the GBGM will be at our church this Sunday, January 31, at 3:00 PM in Founders Chapel. He will be talking about the work they do and how we help make it possible. If you are interested in learning more about the ministries we fund through GBGM, please join us!

Friendly Quilters Enter Quilt Show

The Friendly Quilters invite you to come to the Quilt Show at the Isle at Watermere Assisted Living the week of January 31 through February 7. An Open House will be held on Sunday, January 31, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. The quilts will continue to be displayed through February 7. Our display quilt will be a crazy quilt sewn by Friendly Quilter Karen Dorris. Several churches will have quilts on display. The quilt that gets the most votes will win $1,000 for the ministry of their church! Please make a point to go by and vote for our quilt! The Isle at Watermere is located at 101 Watermere Drive in Southlake.  Click here to see a larger image of the crazy quilt.

News to Change the World

Help for Haiti
We continue to keep the people of Haiti - and all those who are helping there - in our prayers. We received word earlier this week that two of our United Methodist leaders - Rev. Sam Dixon, head of UMCOR, and Rev. Clint Rabb, head of GBGM Missions Volunteers - have both died as a result of their injuries when the Hotel Montana collapsed around them during the earthquake. You may support the relief efforts by writing a check to the church and indicate “Haiti” in the memo. You may also give online to Advance #418325 at www.umcor.org. In addition, we are providing health kits for UMCOR. Bring your assembled kits to the table (outside the church office, in the sanctuary foyer - both Heritage and Downtown, and the Founders Chapel atrium) by MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1. We will be taking them to be shipped along with others from North Texas churches. Detailed instructions on assembling the kits are available on the “Help for Haiti” flyers in the foyer brochure racks and on our website - or click here to download a PDF of the flyer.

2010 Kenya Mission Trip
The 2010 Kenyan Mission Trip will be Thursday, June 17 – Friday, July 2. An informational meeting will be held on Monday, February 1, at 7:00 PM in Room 2002 of the Family Life Center. The trip will include a sports camp for children and youth, construction work on the Meru Synod Guest House, and time with the AIDS orphans sponsored by our church. The trip will conclude with a 3 day, 2 night safari in Massai Mara. The approximate cost will be between $3,500 and $4,000. For more information please contact Ken at 817-481-2559 or kend@fumcg.org. 

God Can for GRACE
Bring your non-perishable food items for the GRACE pantry to the designated bins in the Sanctuary Foyer, Founders Chapel Atrium and outside the church office. GRACE's needs right now are: Cooking oil, canned meats, dry rice, pasta, toiletries. Click here for a full list of GRACE Pantry's current needs (PDF).

Weekend Food Needs
Weekend Food needs are individual packs of: easy mac, ravioli, ramen noodles, applesauce, fruit cups, pudding cups, breakfast bars, instant oatmeal. Please bring your donations to Room 1006 in the Family Life Center. Questions? Contact Debbie Price at depdjp@aol.com or 817-821-3858. More info on Weekend Food.

Mission Green Tip of the Week:  4 More Ways To Save at the Pump
1. Drive smart. When you drive aggressively, you waste gas and put others at risk. Observe the speed limit, avoid rapid acceleration, don't jam on your brakes, and maintain a constant speed on the road. 
2. Keep your car in shape. A well-tuned car burns less gasoline. So make sure that you get your oil and air filters changed regularly, and that your tires are always properly inflated.
3. Change your commute. Sitting in rush-hour traffic burns gas and gets you nowhere. If possible, adjust your work schedule so that you avoid the heaviest traffic. Even better, if your employer allows it, think about telecommuting. If you can't telecommute full-time, try for one or two days a week.
4. Never idle your car more than thirty seconds. For every two minutes a car idles, it can waste as much fuel as it takes to travel an entire mile. Even the old practice of idling the engine to warm it up is not necessary with newer cars.

News for Adults

Beth Moore Study
A new Beth Moore study begins Wednesday, February 3. This is an 11-week ladies' study (ends April 21). The morning class is from 9:30-11:30 AM. The evening class is from 6:00-8:00 PM. We will be studying the updated and revised version of "Breaking Free: Making Liberty in Christ a Reality in Life." It leads you through a study of the Scriptures to discover the transforming power of Christian freedom. Books for the study can be purchased at Lifeway stores. Click here to watch a promotional video about this study. Sign up on Check-In online or in this Sunday's bulletin. Questions? Contact Kristen Cramer at Kristencramer@aol.com. 

Pastor's Bible Study at Heritage
The Pastor’s Bible study with Rev. Randy Scrivener will be on hold for the next two weeks due to the Chili Bowl/Elvis event and the Super Bowl. We will resume at 7:00 PM on Sunday, February 21, in the sanctuary of the Heritage Campus. Our topic right now is "Dancing With the New Testament Stars" - each week we'll look at a prominent character from the New Testament. For February 21: Mary the Mother of Jesus.

Iron Men Evening with Kris Hogan
Grapevine Faith's Coach Kris Hogan will speak to the men of our church on Thursday, February 18. Dinner will be at 6:30 PM and Coach Hogan will speak at 7:00. He will talk about being a Spiritual Hero and The One Heart Bowl. Visit the Iron Men web page for more info about Coach Hogan!

Questions about Youth Ministries? Contact Jenny Davidson at jennyd@fumcg.org or 817-705-2264 (cell).

RevolutionX News for Youth www.revolutionXonline.com

Wednesday Bible Study Locations - January 27
5:30-7:00 PM - Middle School - Heritage campus
7:00-8:30 PM - High School - Evans' Home

Sunday Night Youth
This Sunday, January 31, youth will not meet due to the Iron Men Chili Bowl and Elvis Gospel Concert. 

Spring Interns
We are excited to introduce our spring interns - Jenni Crater and Isaac Cotherman! Jenni is already one of our church members and Isaac is a student at SMU. They have already jumped right in and have made great connections with the youth. We're excited about the gifts that they bring to the ministry!

Confirmation
Confirmation Classes begin this Sunday, January 31, at 10:05 AM (during Sunday School hour) in Room 2011. We will meet on the gym floor with the rest of the youth for donuts & announcements. We will then be dismissed to our class. Confirmation Class is open to 6th and 7th graders who have not participated in confirmation before. Please let Jenny know if you will be participating in Confirmation - jennyd@fumcg.org or 817-705-2264.

Looking for a Way to Help the Youth?
We are still in need of people/groups/Sunday School classes to provide a meal for Sunday Night Youth. If you are interested, please email Sue Schultz at seg1024@yahoo.com. 

Buy a Light Help the Youth
Visit http://www.bogolight.com/?Click=8372 to purchase a solar-powered flashlight and support the youth! Click here for more info.

Questions about children's ministries? Rev. Nathan Firmin at nathanf@fumcg.org or 817-481-2559 x129.

KidsTown News for Children & Families www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/children 

Help Needed: Preschool Sunday School Director
The Preschool Sunday School Director is an important support role for a person with organizational skills. The work done creates an optimal teaching environment for preschool teachers to share Jesus with 3 and 4 year old children. Click here for a full job description and contact Nathan if you are interested!

Created By God for 5th, 6th, and 7th Graders
FUMC Hurst will host the "Created by God" sexuality education program for older girls and boys. The program offers a faith-based perspective on human sexuality that promotes parent-child conversation on this basic, very important component of human development. The dates for the class are: January 28, 29, and 30. At least one parent from each family must attend the parent sessions on January 28 and 30, in order for their child to take part. The cost is $15 for supplies. Click here for more information (pdf) provided by FUMC Hurst.

Club 45
We are asking for volunteers this Sunday, January 31, to help pack relief packages for the Haiti earthquake victims. We will meet from 4:00 to 5:00 PM (before the Chili Bowl) in Rooms 2008-2009. If you have any questions, contact Nathan Firmin. No RSVP required - just show up!

Glen Lake Early Bird Special
Glen Lake Camp is offering an Early Bird Special to summer campers registered and paid in full by February 1. Don't miss out! Go online to www.glenlake.org to get full details and register and pay for camp today! 

Common Sense Media
Parents, I would like to share a media resource with you called, Common Sense Media. I subscribed several months ago and have followed its content and found some great articles. We will run a link to this site in the Children's Ministry section of E-News and on our website. This week's feature is "5 Ways to Stop Media Overload." Please check it out and share your thoughts and ideas.  ~ Nathan

Click here for this week's edition of Common Sense Media.

Recaps, Gifts, Thanks, Photos, etc.

Gifts Given

A gift has been given to the Memorial Fund in memory of Joan Tillery by Jerry & Kay Smith.

Gifts have been given to the Endowment Fund in memory of Bobbie Cherry and Randy Roberts by Edith Pewitt.

Thanks from the Kibugu Family
Our family would like to thank everyone for what you have done for all of us. Your kindness and support makes such a difference in our lives. Every thing you have done - no matter how large or small - has meant more to us than you'll ever know. May God continue to bless each of you.

With love, 
Julien, Monique, Douglas, Caline, Zidane, Easter & Isaiah

The Well with Thelma Wells
What a lovely evening we enjoyed at the January “Well” event. Caleb Hailey sang three beautiful songs: Testify To Love, Angels Among Us, and Temporary Home. Our guest speaker, Thelma Wells, treated us to a delightful discussion about how each of us has a purpose for being on this earth. We may not know exactly what that purpose is, but God is orchestrating things in our life so that we will be able to figure it out. She encouraged us to focus on what we really enjoy doing to help us find that purpose. Panera Bread provided a light dinner of broccoli cheese or potato soup, harvest apple salad and yummy chocolate brownies.  Click here for the full photo album.