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First Church News & Updates - September 22, 2017
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Happy Fall, Y'all! The autumnal equinox is today. From the Old Farmer's Almanac, here's everything you need to know about the equinox and signs of the equinox in nature. Let's hope our weather figures out that fall is here and cools off a bit.
Enjoy this First Church news.
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Credo...Keeping your faith in unbelievable times.
Ours is a time when people are struggling for faith. People are struggling with what they believe in and how to keep believing. We hear it in our young adults. They want to believe in a God who makes a difference. They know the God that they don't believe in-a God of easy answers, a God tied to a particular political point of view. But they struggle with what kind of God they do believe in.
Sermon Title: "Love with Skin On - Jesus and You"
Rev. Katie Meek will preach at the 8:30 am worship service this Sunday. Dr. Will Cotton will preach at the 9:40 and 11 am services.
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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Have you taken the survey?
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Why Take the Survey?
In July, we began a new Vision Effort to discern where God is leading our ministry in the next chapter of First United Methodist Church. This survey gives you the opportunity to share your concerns and dreams for the future for our great congregation.This survey will be close on September 24, so don't delay! It will take about 10-15 minutes to complete.
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Next Thursday...a special CrossRoads Event
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Want to hear some of the best gospel rock around? Join us next Thursday, 9/28!
On September 28, from 6 - 9 pm, in the Family Life Center, we will have a live concert, dinner and silent auction fundraiser, with music provided by First Church's very own CrossRoads Band. The CrossRoads Band provides exceptional contemporary praise worship experiences every Sunday. We want to:
- Expand their reach and impact by producing an album of their original compositions, and
- Raise additional funds to beautify the Family Life Center.
The silent auction will feature music lessons, a tailgate party package, instruments, gift cards, handcrafts, hotel packages, artwork, spa experiences, and more. It's a chance for you to snag a good deal and help out a worthy cause just in time for Christmas! Plus...the CrossRoads Band is donating a live concert! Imagine having these talented artists perform live at your upcoming wedding or family reunion. Come prepared to bid on this special prize.
Have you bought your ticket yet?
Tickets are $35 per person or $280 for a table of eight, and tables are going fast. Tickets are on sale in the Church courtyard on Sundays through September 24, or email Terri Bowden, terri.l.bowden@gmail.com.
Want to help?
We welcome your help in three ways:
- Donate a basket, item or service for the silent auction. To donate, email Trisha Seguin, tseguin@austin.rr.com.
- Cash donations are always appreciated. Sponsorship donations of $500 or more will receive special recognition during the event. Contact Trisha Seguin, tseguin@austin.rr.com.
- Volunteer to help with the event...set up, servers, ticket takers, etc.To volunteer to help with the event, email Kathy Ford, kathyford03@yahoo.com.
It promises to be a very special evening and it's for a great cause!
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Pictorial Directory Photos...last call
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You asked...so we scheduled a make up day on Tuesday, October 3
Life gets in the way sometimes. If you were unable to have your family photo made during Auguat or September, you have one more chance. We have added a make up day on Tuesday, October 3 from 2 - 9 pm in Bldg. 5.
We must have 20 photo sessions scheduled in order to justify bringing the photographers back! If we don't have enough people signed up by next Friday, September 29, we will have to cancel the make up day.
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KFC meets Sunday, October 1
The Kids For Christ Council (KFC) is a task force of parents interested in serving in the areas of children's programming along with the Children's Ministries Team. The mission is to offer guidance and support for ministry to families with children ages birth through fifth grade. The council meets every other month. Each member of the council is invited to share opinions about Children's Ministry events and assist in planning and implementation.
The next KFC meeting will be
Sunday, October 1 at a new time! We will meet at
12:15 pm in Bldg. 5-124.
We invite new members to join our council and would like you to prayerfully consider participating in this important part of Children's Ministry. Please RSVP to Rhanda Schrank. We want to get a headcount so we can plan for some food!
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The Parenting Years Seminar Series
All parents are invited to join us for our first Parenting Seminar on Sunday, October 1 from 6-8 pm in Bldg. 5-232/234. Our guest speaker is Michael Bonner, Licensed Professional Counselor, from Riverstone Counseling. He will be presenting on
"How to Talk to Your Teen in a Texting Generation."
This seminar is free and open to the community. There will be light refreshments at 6:00 pm with the presentation starting at 6:30 pm.
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Other Student Ministry Info...
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Men of First Church...We need You!
We are having a workday at First Church to set posts and pour new concrete pad for the BBQ Smoker...the smoker that produces those delicious smoked chickens and other goodies throughout the year.
- Saturday, September 30 at 8:00 am adjacent to Family Life Center
- Bring concrete Finishing Tools and Gloves
- Contact Denny Powers at 512 293-1304
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Calling all writers (or wannabe writers)
Have you ever wanted to write a blog, or have a yearning to write a book? Or just looking for a creative outlet? This may be for you. We plan to utilize
The Artist's Way
by Julia Cameron as a tool to guide us and help us get inspired. The book has exercises and tools to help get in touch with your own creativity and spirituality.
We would like to meet twice a month.The actual schedule will be determined by interest and schedules of the participants.
For more information please contact Beverly Jones,
beverly@fumc-rr.org,
or Kim Builta, builtaclan@yahoo.com.
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Other Adult Ministry Info...
- Caring for an Aging Loved One? We want to start a support group, as well as share information that we have learned from our own experiences. If you are interested, contact Rev. Dr. Beverly Jones, 512.255.3336, or Beverly@fumc-rr.org.
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Other Mission & Outreach Info...
- Disaster Relief: Donations are still being accepted for hurricane relief.
- The Villages: read more about our strategic vision for church-wide Outreach and Mission-local, regional, and global.
- Student Ministry is staffing the Twin Oaks Cafe in August.
- Plastic Bag Recycling: Donate your plastic bags for use at the Round Rock Area Serving Center. Leave them in the white barrel in Payne Cottage. They are picked up weekly.
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Drive-A-Senior Needs More Drivers: Visit
their website,
or call 512-310-1060 to learn more about this community service to our elderly neighbors.
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Round Rock Area Serving Center:
Volunteers are needed for a variety of jobs! New volunteer orientation is on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 4 pm at 1099 E. Main St., 2nd floor conference room. Call 512-244-2431.
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This week at First Church
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Saturday, September 23
Sunday, September 24
- 8:30, 9:40 and 11 am - Worship Services
- 8:30 am - LifeGroup - Spiritual Growth, Bldg. 4/Payne Cottage
- 11:00 am - LifeGroup - Parents & Families in Transition, Bldg. 5-124
- 11:00 am - LifeGroup - Young Parents, Bldg. 5-148
- 11:00 am - LifeGroup - Putting Your Faith into Action Bldg 5-136
- 11:30 am - Alleluia Chorus Children's Choir, Bldg. 4, Room 2
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4:30 pm - Youth Advisory Committee, Bldg. 5-222
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5:00 pm - Youth Choir, Bldg. 4-Room 2
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6:00 pm - FUSION Youth, Bldg. 3/FLC
Monday, September 25
- 4:00 pm - Kids of the Kingdom Bells, FLC East Cry Room
- 6:00 pm - Venture Crew, Bldg. 4-5
- 7:00 pm - Boy Scout Troop #157, Bldg.3/FLC
- 7:00 pm - Adult Christian Education, Bldg. 5-122
- 8 am - 4 pm - Big Pink Bus, North East Parking Lot
- 8:30 am - UMM Tuesday Breakfast group, Juárez Restaurant on South Mays
- 8:45 am - Ring of Joy rehearsal, North Suite
- 9:30 am - First Church Crafters, 115 Winsted
- 9:30 am - Tuesday Women's Bible Study, Bldg. 5-122
- 12:30 pm - Brown Bag Theologians, Bldg. 5-122
- 6:00 pm - Stephen Ministry Training Class, Bldg. 5-126
- 7:00 pm - Community Bible Study, Bldg. 5-223/224, 220 & 225
- 7:00 pm - Church Council, Bldg. 5-127
- 6:15 am - UMM Breakfast, fellowship, devotional - FLC/Bldg. 3
- 9:30 am - Disciple Bible Studies, Bldg. 5-124, 127, 136
- 9:30 am - Wednesday Women's Bible Study, Bldg. 5-232/234
- 5:00 pm - Revelation Ringers rehearsal, East Cry Room/FLC
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6:00 pm - Heartsong rehearsal, South Suite
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6:30 pm - Wednesday Women's Bible Study, Bdlg 5-232/234
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6:30 pm - Disciple Bible Studies, Bldg. 5-122, 124, 136
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6:30 pm - Financial Peace University, Bldg. 5-127
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7:00 pm - Jubilation bell rehearsal, North Suite
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7:15 pm - Chancel Choir rehearsal, South Suite
Thursday, September 28
- 9:30 am - Heart to Heart Quilters, 115 Winsted
- 12 noon - Mom Life, Bldg. 5-122
- 6:00 pm - CrossRoads Dinner, Concert and Auction, Bldg. 3/FLC
- 7:00 pm - Orchestra rehearsal, South Suite
Friday, September 29
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8:00 am - Education Connection Literacy Partner Training, Bldg. 3/FLC
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8:00 am - Round Rock Helpers, Bldg 4/Payne Cottage
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9:30 am - MOM weekly gathering, Bldg. 5-232/234
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8:00 pm - Narcotics Anonymous-Right Stuff, Bldg. 4
Saturday, September 30
- 8:00 am - UMM Workday, West Parking Lot
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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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