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2017 All-Church Picnic! 
Tomorrow! Sunday, Sept 10th
10am Worship at
Buskirk-Chumley
11am Picnic, Fun & more on 4th Street
Let the fun begin! Our annual picnic is a necessary time of fun for all families and friends of First United Methodist Church, The Open Door, Jubilee and any other part of our First Methodist community. Tomorrow morning, we'll meet for one combined service at 10am at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, followed by a picnic on 4th Street with lots of food and lots of fun! We can't wait to see you there!
* Reminder, next Sunday (Sept 17), our service times change to 8:45, 10 & 11:15am *
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A Message from the First Methodist Outreach Team
Providing Relief to Hurricane Victims
Our hearts have been and continue to be broken by the destruction, damage, and loss caused by Hurricane Harvey in the South. As a congregation and members of the Body of Christ, we want to reach out and be the hands and feet of Jesus to those who are suffering in the wake of this storm. Right now the two most important things we can do are to Pray and to Give.
How to Pray:
- Give thanks for God's presence and God's love that has been poured out through people around the world.
- Pray that God would provide places to live for people who need it.
- Pray for government agencies to work efficiently and quickly to meet the many needs these communities have.
- Pray that God would protect families who are rebuilding from unethical and incompetent contractors and tradesmen.
- Pray for our first responders who are exhausted.
- Pray for those who are grieving the loss.
- Pray for kids. and teachers. Schools will open again and be full of teachers and kids who have suffered loss.
- Pray for local businesses. There has been great loss in our area businesses
- Pray for our government officials who have to make a lot of decisions - that God would guide each and every one and give them wisdom.
- Thank God for all the churches, businesses and nonprofit organizations who have mobilized to help. Pray God's blessing on them and that God would direct each on how to use their time, expertise and resources in the most efficient manner.
- Pray against donor fatigue - and that also goes for volunteer fatigue.
How to Give:
- The most efficient and practical way for us to assist as a congregation at this time is to give money through the church to UMCOR. All funds are used 100% for the needs of the hurricane victims. You can write a check to the church and put hurricane on the memo line or put an offering in an envelope and write hurricane on it. Examples of how the funds are used include helping people rebuild, helping businesses reopen, or providing flood buckets for clean-up.
- Sometimes it is easier to give when you know a specific need. A flood buckets costs $65. A hygiene kit costs $12. Consider giving an amount that would purchase one flood bucket or one kit.
We will continue to explore how we as a congregation can assist in hurricane relief such as sending mission work teams to the area. Thank you so much for your continued generosity and outpouring of love to these individuals in need.
~ The Outreach Team of First Methodist
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The United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR) is working with disaster coordinators and early response teams in Louisiana and Texas to provide relief to the many people whose lives have been impacted by hurricane/tropical storm Harvey.
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FIRST METHODIST *
Community News
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First@FIRST for New Visitors
Next Sunday, Sept 17th at 1:30pm
If you're new to the First Methodist family, this is your chance to visit with a pastor, discuss programs, ministries, service opportunities, and Methodist faith.
It's fun, informal and informative! No RSVP is needed.
Join us on Sun, Sept 17th at 1:30pm in Thurston Parlor Library at First United Methodist Church (219 E 4th St)
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Small Groups & more
are taking off at First Methodist!
Small groups are barbecues, birthday parties, deep conversations, community service, open-minded discussions, prayer requests, laughter and mourning.
Groups meet regularly - usually weekly - to provide an opportunity to make friends, make disciples, and make a difference. Connect with others and grow spiritually through
study, prayer, and doing life together. It might be a Bible study, book-study, or topical discussions.
New small groups & other affinity groups are forming, and information on sign-ups will be available, during the services and online at http://www.fumcb.org/small-groups. Check a group out or let us know what you're looking for, and find a place to belong.
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Oh God, we need your help. We need the rain to end, the floodwaters to recede, the damaging winds to stop. We need fortitude to cope with this disaster. We need love to share with our neighbors. We need strength to endure. Lord, we know that storms come in our world, and we are asking for your help in getting through it, repairing the damage and rebuilding our lives. We pray for ourselves, our friends and all those affected by Hurricane Harvey and its aftermath. Give us the willingness and strength to be your agents in responding to this disaster. Amen.
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Prayer During Hurricane Harvey from Bishop Scott Jones,
Texas Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church
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This Sunday at
FIRST METHODIST
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Join Us For Worship!
September 10th, 2017
10 AM * All-Church Worship Service at Buskirk-Chumley Theater
11 AM * All-Church Picnic with Food, Music, Games and more!
Sermon:
The STORY - Chapter 20:
Beautiful with Courage
Scriptures:
Preaching:
Pastor Mark Fenstermacher
If you're interested in purchasing your own copy of THE STORY,
click here to order online.
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Join the Handbell Choir! * Wednesdays at 7pm
Enjoy playing handbells or interested in learning? We welcome experienced and novice members of all ages to join the First Methodist handbell choir. Rehearsals will be Wednesdays from 7 to 8pm. If you're interested, please email our Handbell Director, Noah Freeman at
nfreeman@fumcb.org, for more information.
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Laity Day with the Bishop * Oct 7 (Register by Sept 23)
"Laity Day with the Bishop" is a day for all church lay persons to develop their leadership, worship, grow, and connect to other laity from around Indiana. This year's theme is "Together We Are More." The event is 10am-3pm on Sat, Oct 7 at Christ UMC in Indianapolis. Workshops include: Engaging in Ministry with the Poor, Improving Global Health, Developing Principled Christian Leaders, and Creating Renewed Congregations. Free to attend (lunch & childcare extra). Registration deadline is Sat, Sept 23. For full details, visit: www.fumcb.org/laityday
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Nursery Donations Needed
Children's ministries is looking for donations for our nursery: pack 'n plays, walkers, and age-appropriate toys for 8 months through 3 years of age. Please contact Shana for more info or to schedule a drop-off or pick-up: 812-332-6396 or
shanad@fumcb.org
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Bring a can of coffee for Shalom Community Center
Next Sunday, bring a can of coffee with you and drop it off in the Atrium for Shalom Community Center. They currently have an urgent need for coffee and ongoing needs for coffee, razors, laundry soap, & shampoo. Please purchase some extras to donate!
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Now Hiring * Part-time Assistant for Youth Ministries
First Methodist is hiring an assistant to help with our Jr. High Youth Group. Applicants must have Sunday morning & evening availability. Please send resumes to
Shelby Rodney: srodney@fumcb.org.
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Now Hiring * Part-time Childcare Workers
Children's Ministries is looking to hire more childcare workers! If you have experience working with children and would like to work at First Methodist, please send your resume to Shana Dublan at shanad@fumcb.org. Must have Sunday morning availability.
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Thurston Parlor Library
Book of the Week
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The September Monthly Mission Offering Funds
New Leaf - New Life is a 501-c3 nonprofit organization that offers services to inmates in the Monroe County Jail during incarceration and after release. Applying the philosophy of therapeutic justice, they encourage personal growth and self-advocacy, supporting
incarcerated individuals in their efforts to make a successful transition back into the community. For more info, visit http://newleafnewlife.org
Gifts to our monthly mission make a huge impact around the world!
Checks may be made payable to First Methodist listing "New Leaf New Life" on the memo line.
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The Upper Room 9:00 am * Great Hall
A contemplative, lay-led service of music, prayer, scripture readings, and reflections.
Contact Emily Andrews-Carrico (eandrewscarrico@gmail.com)
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Bread for the Journey No Meeting This Sunday
For info, contact Sherry Barnhart (shbarnha@iu.edu / 812-361-9754)
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The Wesley Conventicle 11:00 am * Room 310
Discussing spiritual biography. All are welcome.
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We also offer weekly Small Groups, plus many more ways to connect.
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Interested in Submitting an Announcement?
When submitting an announcement to the bulletin or weekly email, please make sure you:
- Include all pertinent details such as time, date, place, cost, contact info, etc.
- Submit brief description. (Space is limited; announcements may be edited.)
- Complete our online submission form at: www.fumcb.org/promo
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Pastoral Emergency Contact Number
The church has a dedicated number for after-hours pastoral emergency needs. Calls to (812) 245-0704 will immediately transfer to one of the church's pastors. You can also obtain this number by calling the church office. After hours, the number will be given in the recorded greeting.
Prayer Concern E-mail Address
Should you or a loved one be in need of prayer, you are invited to send requests to our prayer
e-mail which is confidential to our Prayer Support Team:
prayer@fumcb.org
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Hospitalizations
Because hospitals may no longer release patient information, if your loved one has been hospitalized and wishes to be visited, please contact the church office at (812) 332-6396.
Caring Ministry Contacts
If you have specific caring needs please contact the following people within the Caring
Ministry group:
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