This Week at First Church
Experience & Share God's Love!
July 28, 2010
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422 Church Street - Grapevine, TX 76051 - 817-481-2559-
www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org
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This Sunday, August 1 - Communion Sunday
Decisions, Decisions: Scripture is filled with stories and anecdotes about the good and bad results of decisions people make. For the next few weeks, Ken and Louis will be doing a series of sermons about decisions and their consequences.
Worship: Dr. Ken Diehm speaking at the Downtown Campus (8:50, 9:00, 10:10, 11:15 AM)
Rev. Louis Carr speaking at the Heritage Campus (10:30 AM)
Rev. Armando Alvarado speaking in the Spanish Service (11:15 AM in Founders Chapel)
Sunday School: 9:30 AM (Heritage) | 10:05 AM (Downtown)
Also This Sunday: Communion Offering | Campus Tour
Prayer & Communion Service Sunday Mornings: Rev. Armando Alvarado will lead the Prayer and Communion Service from 7:00 to 7:30 AM in Founders Chapel this Sunday. All are invited to join us in this informal time of prayer, meditation and communion.
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WOW - Worship On Wednesdays
WOW is a fun, energizing mid-week recharge! One worshipper says, "I've enjoyed the different musicians on Wednesday nights and getting to hear all our different pastors preach on the 10 commandments. I think WOW is a refreshing mid-week chance to connect with God." Join us throughout the summer for Worship on Wednesdays at 6:30 PM in the Sanctuary at the Heritage Campus. There is a different speaker each week and music is provided by a variety of people. The sermon series is on the Ten Commandments. Childcare is provided.
TONIGHT: Rick speaking | Josh leading music
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July Voting Ends on Saturday!
The voting for Pepsi to fund our Community Computer Club at Cannon Elementary ends this Saturday, July 31. We are currently around 90th place. Although only the top 10 get funding, if we stay in the top 100, they will let us try again next month by keeping us on the list! So please keep voting every day and have your friends and family do the same! Go to http://pep.si/9pgG0N and vote EVERY DAY through July 31! Note that you do have to log in in order to vote. If you're a Facebook user you can use your Facebook login. Visit our website for more details.
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Communion Offering: Benevolence Fund
This Sunday, August 1, is Communion Sunday! This month's communion offering will go to replenish the tapped-out Benevolence Fund. We have helped families with rent, utilities and other life necessities 66 times since our last request for Benevolence Funds through the May communion offering. The need is great and on-going. Please bring your offerings with you to the altar during communion this Sunday. Write "Benevolence" in the memo of your check.
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New to our Campus?
Join us for a First Sunday Campus Tour this Sunday, August 1. Meet at the Welcome Center in the Sanctuary Foyer after the 11:15 AM worship service (around 12:15 PM) for a tour of the Downtown Campus led by a member of the Welcome Team. If you're new to the church or just don't know much about the layout of the campus this is a great way to learn more about the history of our church plus see our entire facility in about 15-20 minutes. Questions? Contact Dr. Cindy Ryan at cindyr@fumcg.org or 817-451-2559.
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Nursery Workers Needed!
As students head back to college, we're left with holes to fill in our nursery staff! The nursery is hiring daytime and Sunday morning staff for the Fall. If you are interested in finding out more about the positions available please contact Cindy Baldwin, Nursery Director, at 871-721-8388 or cindyb@fumcg.org.
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News to Change the World
Top Needs This Week
Benevolence Funds. We are running very low on funds to help those who come into the office needing assistance with rent, utilities, etc. We will be designating this Sunday's Communion Offering to the Benevolence Fund, but also appreciate your gifts to this fund at any time.
Money for ceiling fans. The Grapevine Housing Authority has suggested that a great way to help our neighbors reduce their electric bills is by providing ceiling fans. There are 98 apartments within the Authority. Your $35 contribution will purchase a 52-inch fan. The storage and installation of these fans will be done through the City of Grapevine. Please indicate "ceiling fan" on your payment. Questions? Contact Bev Campisi at beverlyc@fumcg.org.
See needs for GRACE below.
RUNNING BACK to School!
The first day of school is Monday, August 23. We have learned from the school district and GRACE that shoes, socks and backpacks are items which low income Grapevine-Colleyville students especially need. We will collect new running shoes, socks and backpacks for students throughout August. You may donate new girls’ and boys’ tennis shoes (kid sizes 8-13 and older kid/adult sizes 1-13) and all types of new backpacks. Drop off your donations in the designated areas in the sanctuary foyer, chapel atrium, or outside the church office. If you prefer to donate money and let our team do the shopping, make your checks payable to the church with "Back to School" on the subject line. Questions? Contact Donna Price at 817-903-7288 or email adkins96@yahoo.com.
GRACE Transitional Housing Needs
We are partnering with GRACE's Transitional Housing program as several apartments are being readied for single women to move into this summer and fall. We could still use the following items: TV, DVD player, cash donations to purchase household items, making checks payable to GRACE Transitional Housing. If you have questions, please contact Bev Campisi at beverlyc@fumcg.org. You may read more about GRACE Transitional Housing at www.gracegrapevine.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. Other current needs include: Salt and Pepper (individual table size), Pasta, Sugar, Cooking Oil, Kids Cereal, Canned Peaches, Pancake Mix, Ramen Noodles, Oatmeal, Tomato SAUCE, Tomato Paste, Canned Meats, Dry Pinto Beans (2 lb. Bags), Mustard, Ketchup and Mayo.
Mission Green Tip of the Week: Recycle E-Waste
Each day, tens of thousands of CDs are being tossed into the trash can and end up in landfills. This has been going on for over 20 years. But now you can recycle those CDs, jewel cases and other electronic waste! Help make a difference by sending your unwanted CDs and other unwanted E-waste to Polysource International to be properly recycled for no charge except your cost to ship. Visit their website for a full list of items that they will recycle or just start shipping those old CDs to: Polysource International Inc., 13505 Yorba Ave., Unit R, Chino, California 91710. Shipping with media rates will help you save on postage. More info at: www.cdrecyclingcentral.com
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News for Adults
Iron Men Breakfast
Join the Iron Men for their monthly breakfast at the Downtown Campus tomorrow (Thursday, July 29) at 6:30 AM in the Family Life Center. All men are welcome!
"Face the Fire" - Special Well Event for Men and Women!
We are excited to welcome Lt. Col. (Ret.) Brian Birdwell as the special guest speaker at an event on Thursday, August 5, at 7 PM at the church's Downtown Campus. Lt. Col. Birdwell is a survivor of the terrorists' attacks on September 11, 2001. Brian and his wife Mel will be guest speakers presenting "Face the Fire" at a special event hosted by The Well. This event is open to all in the church and community, both men and women. Bring your spouse, family and friends to enjoy an inspirational evening complete with a catered BBQ dinner. The cost is $20 per person. Purchase a table (tables seat 8) and get a special rate of $15 per person. Tickets are on sale now online at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org or in the church office (downtown campus).
Stephen Minister Applications
We are currently taking applications for new Stephen Ministers! Stephen Ministers work alongside our pastors to care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support to people who are going through a difficult time. Is God calling you to become a Stephen Minister? We are recruiting for our next Stephen Ministry class. If you have gifts for caring, encouragement, and listening, Stephen Ministry might be the right place for you to serve! The application deadline is August 13, and training starts September 12. Applications are available at the Welcome Center in the Sanctuary, online (PDF) or by contacting Katherine Hunter (817-481-2559 x130 or katherineh@fumcg.org). Questions? Visit our website for more details or contact Rick Mang (rickm@fumcg.org), Katherine Hunter (katherineh@fumcg.org) or Julie Croft (juliecroft@hotmail.com).
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RevolutionX News for Youth www.revolutionXonline.com
Wednesday Bible Study Locations - TONIGHT (July 28)
Middle School: 6:00 PM at the Heritage Campus
High School: 7:00-8:30 PM at the Jackson's
Sunday Night Youth
We will have youth this Sunday, August 1, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM in the Family Life Center.
UMCOR School Kits Project
In some countries, children don't have books or school supplies. The United Methodist Committee on Relief gathers kits of school supplies to provide these children with educational resources. The youth will be collecting items for school kits and assembling them on Sunday, August 1, during Sunday Night Youth (5:00-7:00 PM in the HUB). Youth, please purchase the following supplies for the kits and bring them with you to Sunday Night Youth on August 1:
1 pair blunt scissors (rounded tip)
3 pads (or loose leaf) of 8 1/2" x 11" ruled paper
1 30-centimeter ruler
1 hand held pencil sharpener
6 unsharpened pencils with erasers
1 eraser, 2 1/2"
1 box of 24 crayons (only 24)
$1 for each kit to help UMCOR with the cost of shipping
Summer Calendar
The youth event calendar through August is available on the youth website.
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 Youth Ministries? Contact Jenny Davidson at jennyd@fumcg.org or 817-705-2264 (cell).
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KidsTown News for Children & Families www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org/children
Mission Swim
The Tweens have been hard at work on their Monday Mission Swims. Meet each Monday in the Family Life Center for devotional at 8:30 AM. Then we'll head out to do our mission work, and then go swimming. Questions? Contact Children's Intern Elyse Hahne at nathanf@fumcg.org.
KidBells Camp
All kids going into fourth through sixth grade are invited to join us for a Kids Handbell Camp. If you've ever wanted to try handbells, this would be your opportunity to see if it's something you would like to do! Join David Platt as we learn to ring bells. There's a whole lot more to it than just shaking them. You'll be surprised and amazed at the wonderful sounds they make as we learn to make music together. Ultimately we would like to be playing in worship services. Put it on your calendar and join us on August 4-6, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Please RSVP to Linda McClure at lindam@fumcg.org or 817-481-2559.
KidsTown Sunday School Teachers
Share your time, your talents, and your heart with a child’s Sunday school class this school year! We provide the curriculum, supplies, training, co-teachers and kids! The new Sunday School year starts August 29, 2010 and ends May 29, 2011. Please consider sharing God's love with children by becoming a Sunday School teacher! Sign up on Check-In online or in this Sunday's bulletin. Questions? Contact Rev. Nathan Firmin at nathanf@fumcg.org or 817-481-2559 x129.
Common Sense Media: Lessons in an Online Feeding Frenzy
Click here for THIS week's edition: Lessons in an Online Feeding Frenzy
Questions about children's ministries? Rev. Nathan Firmin at nathanf@fumcg.org or 817-481-2559 x129.
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Updates, Recaps, Gifts, Thanks, Photos, etc.
Middle School Mission Sweeps into Menard!
The southwest Texas town of Menard was host to 25 youth and 14 adults from FUMC Grapevine last week. Worksite Coordinators, Paul Hudson and Mark Shumaker, led the way using a keen eye for ministry to choose homes that needed repair. Work teams repaired windows, bathroom floors, leaky roofs, painted houses, and hung acres of sheetrock in homes of disadvantaged persons. FUMC Menard lent their Sanctuary for great evening worship sessions and arranged for a kayaking event on the San Saba river for one evening recreation time. Best of all, neither searing heat nor cold showers could keep our mission group from completing their difficult but extremely gratifying tasks. Can't wait till next year! Click here to see more photos.
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Next Sunday, August 8
Worship at: 8:50, 9:00, 10:10, 10:30, 11:15 AM
Downtown: Dr. Ken Diehm speaking
Heritage: Rev. Louis Carr speaking
Spanish: Rev. Armando Alvarado speaking
Sunday School at:
9:30 AM - Heritage Campus
10:05 AM - Downtown Campus
July Calendar
7/29 Iron Men Breakfast
August Calendar
8/4 Worship on Wednesdays continues
8/4 Safe Sanctuaries Training
8/5 The Well Event with Brian & Mel Birdwell
8/6-8 Senior Class ‘11 retreat
8/7 Meet & Greet the Troops
8/11 Chancel Choir Rehearsals Resume
8/13 Stephen Minister Application Deadline
8/13-15 Freshman Retreat
8/15 Discover the Church
8/17 Be Our Guest Neighborhood Meal
8/20-21 6th Grade Retreat
8/22 Kindergarten Dedication
8/22 Back to School Parties
8/26 Iron Men Breakfast
8/28 UMW Salad Luncheon
8/29 Promotion Sunday
8/29 Heritage Fifth Sunday Pot Luck
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First United Methodist Church
422 Church St. - Grapevine, TX 76051 - 817.481.2559 - www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org
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