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First Church News & Updates - July 21, 2017
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Yesterday, you should have received an e-letter from Dr. Will Cotton about the upcoming visioning process that we are embarking on at First Church. This is going to be an exciting nine months or so. If you didn't receive the letter, the information will be included in this week's Connections and on the church website.
"Today is gone. Today was fun. Tomorrow is another one." Dr. Seuss
We hope to see you on Sunday. Enjoy this First Church news!
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Sermon Series: The Gospel and Dr. Seuss
Last summer, we had fun with
All God's Critters and celebrated the roles that animals played in the Bible. This year, we bring into conversation the teachings of the Bible and the writings of Dr. Seuss in our new sermon series,
The Gospel and Dr. Seuss. You will be surprised at how well they come together. Our children will be doing some of that in Sunday School and it will also become a part of our children's times on Sunday morning.
Will there be a sermon or at least a large part of one be done entirely in rhyme? Will the preachers have any wisdom to spare should they dare to share? And do you have a
cat in the hat hat to wear? Our choirs are working hard on selections from Seussical and the Lorax. Zany series like these have a way of helping us hear the gospel with new ears and allows us another way to invite people to worship services just to experience the novelty of it all.
Sunday, July 23
Sermon Title:
"Biggest Blame Fool"
Rev. Katie Meek will preach at the 9:40 worship service and Dr. Will Cotton will preach at the 8:30 and 11 am worship services this Sunday.
The Source
, our weekly devotional guide, is available on the
church website
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Please join us in worship this Sunday at 8:30 am (Sanctuary), 9:40 am (FLC), or 11 am (Sanctuary).
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Mission Panama is coming up soon!
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We are passing the chicken buckets & collecting medical supplies this Sunday
We are quickly approaching the date when our Mission Panama team returns to Panama. Fourteen people, including ten medical professionals, will be doing four full days of medical care under the leadership of missionaries Rev. David and Cindy Ceballos. Missionaries are Dr. Richard Anderson, Gwen Anderson (RN), Mendy Barnett (RN), Nathan Barnett (Pharmacist), Dr. Paul Berg, Amy Berg (PA), Jennifer Glasgow, Melissa Hamilton (Nursing Student), Justin Hamilton, Mitzi Laramy (RN), Rev. Katie Meek, Diane Scheler (RN), Ralph Snyder, and Terri Ward (RN).
As one of
The Villages, this is a church-wide missional partnership. You are a part of this. So here's how you can help from home!
- Provide Medical Supplies-Please bring the following supplies to church on July 23 and 30: Vitamins (adult), toothbrushes and toothpaste (children and adult), Children's Benadryl (liquid), saline eye drops, travel bar soap, and combs. All supplies must be in their original wrapping. There will be places to drop your donations.
- Donate-We will be passing the chicken buckets July 23 and 30 to raise money for children's wheelchairs (approximately $1000) and finishing hardware for our sister church, Punta Delgadita Methodist Church. The church was started by our missionaries and is pastored by missionary Rev. David Ceballos. On August 6, we will be worshipping in the new building. The church was started underneath a tree just four years ago and now they have a two-story building with a worship space, a full kitchen to feed local children, and a place for other Methodist Christians to stay while they're helping to plant a whole district of churches in central Panama. We are so proud!
- Pray-Pick up a prayer bracelet at church on July 23 and 30, wear it while we're in Panama, August 5-13, and use it as a reminder to pray for Panama every day First Church is there serving!
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Have you reserved your photo session?
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We are producing a new pictorial directory this year and we want you to be in it!
We have had a few interesting issues with our online signup process, including spotty internet service on Sundays when we tried to sign up folks in the sanctuary and FLC. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Please note this change...Sessions are now open beginning at 10 am on Sunday, August 6. We have photo sessions appointments open August 2 - 6 and August 9. We will also have sessions available September 13 - 17, but those will not be available for signup until more of the August dates are filled.
It is easy to sign up.
Click here to learn more and sign up online. We will also have people available before and after worship services this Sunday, to assist you with the online sign-up. Look for us in the Sanctuary foyer and the Family Life Center east foyer.
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Interested in becoming a Stephen Minister? Join us for Q & A Sundays, July 23.
A new Stephen Ministry training class will begin in September. If you would like to learn more about Stephen Ministry come to Payne Cottage on Sunday, July 9 or 23 any time from 9 to 11 am and ask your questions. Stephen Ministry is also staffing Twin Oaks Cafe in July, so stop by any Sunday morning to chat with one of us!
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Other Children's Ministry Info...
- Family Movie Night - Thursday, August 10, 7 pm
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Round Rock Express on August 1
On
Tuesday, August 1,
all youth families are invited to join us for tailgating and a Round Rock Express Game. We will meet at
6 pm
in the Dell Diamond parking lot by the Salt Lick for tailgating. There will be hot dogs, soda and water. Afterwards we will head in to the game which starts at
7:05 pm
. The cost to join us is $8 and that will cover your ticket for the game. We are purchasing group tickets so we can sit together. If you and your family would like to join us email Dan Hunter at
dan@fumc-rr.org
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The deadline to register is this Sunday, June 23, so we can make our ticket order. It will be a great evening, hope you will join us!
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Other Student Ministry Info...
- Capital Area Food Bank - August 15
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Financial Peace University begins September 6
If you're tired of living paycheck-to-paycheck and would like to manage your money smarter, this 9-week course is for you. Dave Ramsey, through fun and entertaining videos and lessons, leads us through a process of learning to decide where our money goes, rather than letting it control us. Classes begin September 6 at 6:30 pm. Cost is $93, and childcare will be available (at an additional cost) if there is enough demand. Click here to register.
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I scream, you scream, we all scream
for ice cream!
The Lydia Circle's August meeting will feature ice cream and sorbet in Bldg. 4/Payne Cottage on
Tuesday, August 8, at 6:30 pm.
Program: Dr. Beverly Jones will speak about her recent trip to Norway on behalf of the United Methodist Church, working on the vision of the church as directed by the General Conference.
Join us and meet some wonderful ladies of our church. All women in the church are invited.
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Time to register for Disciple Bible Study
Are you ready to dive into Disciple Bible Studies? The following long term (fall & spring) classes are being offered this year:
- Disciple 1 - Becoming Disciples through Bible Study
- Disciple 2 - Into the Word, Into the World
- Jesus in the Gospels
- Christian Believer
We will also offer two short term classes (8 week) this fall:
- Invitation to the Old Testament
- Invitation to Romans
Click here for details, course descriptions and registration links.
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Sing with the Summer Choir...one Sunday or more than one!
Summer Choir is an opportunity for people to experience leading worship in a relaxed environment.
During July, the choir does not wear robes, and does not have Wednesday night rehearsals. All you have to do is show up in the South Suite at 10:30 am, rehearse the service music for the day, and then lead worship together at the 11 am service.
The dates for Summer Choir are
July 16, 23, and 30.
The choir is full of wonderful people, who share a passion for sharing God's love through music. We hope you will join us!
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Round Rock Helpers are ready to serve!
Did you know that First Church has its very own group of handy people whose mission it is to help seniors, disabled and others with minor home maintenance and repairs?
Round Rock Helpers exists to provide services (typically 3 hours or less over a couple of work sessions) with a focus on safety. If you or someone you know needs some help, or for more information, please call Fred Clark at
512-450-4398
or contact the church office.
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Fans and Yarn for Kairos Lockhart
Can you imagine not having A/C or even a fan during these hot Texas summers? Well, our KAIROS prison ministry team would like to provide fans for those at Lockhart who are unable to purchase them. Any small electric fans, 9 inches, in black or white are wanted.
In addition
, yarn is needed for a craft class. All colors, kinds and amounts (even small amounts left over from projects) would be appreciated! Find the boxes in the Sanctuary and FLC foyers (or in the church office) and drop off a fan and/or some yarn. Questions? Contact Cheryl Glasgow,
512-709-7009
or
cherylglasgow@mac.com
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News from Council Oak Preschool
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Other Mission & Outreach Info...
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This week at First Church
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- 8:30, 9:40 and 11 am - Worship Services
- 9 - 11 am - Stephen Ministry Q&A, Payne Cottage, Bldg. 4-3
- 9:40 am - Methodism 101, Bldg. 5-234
- 7:00 pm - Monday evening Bible Study, Bldg. 5-127
- 7:00 pm - Boy Scout Troop #157, Bldg. 3/FLC
- 8:30 am - UMM Tuesday Breakfast group, Juárez Restaurant on South Mays
- 9:30 am - First Church Crafters, 115 Winsted
- 6:30 pm - Disciple Facilitators Training, Bldg. 5-124
- 7:00 pm - Church Council, Bldg. 5-127
- 6:15 am - UMM Breakfast, fellowship, devotional - FLC/Bldg. 3
- 6:30 pm - Disciple Facilitator's Training, Bldg. 5-124
Thursday, July 27
- 9:30 am - Heart to Heart Quilters, 115 Winsted
Friday, July 28
Saturday, July 29
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Blessings,
Betty Robertson
Communications
First United Methodist Church Round Rock
First Church exists to share the love
of God in Jesus Christ.
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