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First United Methodist Church of Longview
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The Voice
August 22, 2018
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It may still be hot, hot, hot outside but at Longview FUMC fall is almost here and we are excited about all of the ministries, programs, and events that are starting up!
We believe that small groups and Bible studies are crucial to our growth as disciples!
So, whether it's Mom 2 Mom, Men Under Construction, or a Wednesday night Bible study,
find yourself in a small group this fall!
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Wednesday Night Studies
6:30 – 7:30 p.m. (weekly)
September 12, -November 7
Gospel of Luke
/led by Rev. Jay Jackson
Heritage Room
Gospel of John
/led by Jerrod Allen
New Beginnings classroom/room 302
Epic of Eden
/led by Rev. Becca Newcomb
Genesis classroom /room 313
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Daytime Studies
Tuesday
Men Under Construction
6:30 to 7:30 am (weekly)
Heritage Room
Wednesday
Mom 2 Mom
9:30-11:30 a.m. (every other Wednesday)
Begins September 5, 2018
Genesis classroom/room 313
Men’s Noon Bible Study
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. (weekly)
Heritage Room
Thursday
Fearless
by
Max Lucado (Women’s study)
9:30-11:00 a.m. (weekly)
September 20, 2018 – November 8, 2018
New Beginnings classroom/room 302
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To register online for one of these great studies
click here
. You can also register on Sunday morning or by calling the church office!
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We are so excited to be gearing up for another great fall at Longview FUMC! Your continued commitment and extravagant generosity make things like Sunday school, mission projects, and Bible study happen! Thanks for being a beacon of hope!
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Our Back to School Sunday was such a blessing as we welcomed new and familiar faces back to Sunday school!
It was so great to see children come forward in each of our worship services to get a backpack tag and receive a blessing as they head back to school! A special thank you to our Sunday school teachers and Praise Time leaders who made it such a meaningful morning for our kids!
We are so excited about what God is doing at Longview FUMC!
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In Matthew 19:14, Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."
Children's Ministry is prayerfully searching for small group leaders for our Wednesday Night Children's Program: Kidz Blitz.
An hour and a half of your time once a week will make a lasting impression on the lives of our children
here at First United Methodist Church. Contact Loren:
lbuchanan@longviewfumc.org
or 903-753-4463.
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Acolyte Training
Acolytes are members of the congregation who help with the worship service: as examples of worshipers, as leaders of the congregation during the service, as assistants for church leaders. They enter the church in procession at the beginning of the service carrying the light of Christ. At the end of the service, they extinguish the candles as they carry the light of Christ back out. We are beginning a new school year in the church. We are excited about welcoming new acolytes and look forward to seeing our returning acolytes.
Sunday, August 26th immediately following the 10:45 services, we will be meeting in the Sanctuary for a brief acolyte training.
Parents please attend this training with your child. Parents, if you are interested or would like more information on being an acolyte coordinator, please contact Loren Buchanan -
lbuchanan@longviewfumc.org
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Upcoming for September:
· Sunday, September 23, after late services High School students will leave for Lake Cherokee for lunch, swimming and tubing. Bring a change of clothes, one piece swimsuit, and towel. We will return to the church by 7 p.m.
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Youth Ministry will mow and do general yard cleanup for Asbury House on Saturday, September 29 . The center is located at 320 C enter St. Bring work gloves and a rake. If you have a weed eater, blower or mower you may bring those as well. We will start around 8:30 a.m. Come as you can. We should finish by 11 a.m.
Any students in the 7
th
or 8
th
grade and have not gone through confirmation are invited to join in 8 special sessions with our confirmation program. This will not interfere with regular youth programming. If interested or have more questions, please contact Janice Crane!
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Sept 26 – Special Wednesday Night Recharge:
Students and leaders will eat dinner at the church beginning at 5:30 p.m. After dinner we will caravan to Belcher Center for Passion Music Night 2018. The concert starts at 7 p.m. We will return to the church no later than 9 :30 p.m. If you need to leave sooner your parents may pick you up at the Belcher Center. Tickets for the concert are $25 per person and need to be paid to Janice by Wednesday, Sept. 19. You may also go to
longviewfumc.org
to purchase a ticket (includes a handling fee). Parents are welcome to join us for this special event.
Songs from Passion have become some of the most recognizable and unforgettable worship anthems . With a multitude of chart-topping singles such as “How Great Is Our God,” “God Of This City,” “One Thing Remains,” “Even So Come,” and “10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord),” listeners across the world continue to be impacted by the music of Passion. I hope you will make time to join us for this special Wednesday night.
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Donations for Asbury House
Each month Asbury House is collecting one type of item to help stock their shelves! In
August they are collecting
washable tempera paint!You can bring your donation items to the church office during the week or drop them off at the Welcome Center on Sunday mornings in the Asbury House boxes!
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Thank you to all of the awesome Laundry Day volunteers!
Because of you, this past Saturday, we were able to hold " Laundry Day" at two locations and do over 200 loads of laundry! At the Quick Clean on Eastman Road, a lady named Ann came in expecting to spend her morning doing her laundry. When she found out that we wanted to pay for her laundry being washed and dried she was moved to tears. She manages an apartment building for cancer patients. She asked if she could bring back some more laundry later, and we said sure. She told us that she went back and knocked on every door in the building and asked if she could take their clothes or bedding to this Laundromat that First United Methodist Church was doing laundry free for the day. She returned later with at least eight loads of really dirty laundry. She was so appreciative. She told us just how hard it was for these patients to get out and what a blessing it was for them to have it done for free. She gave up her Saturday to make sure that they had a clean start to their week. How blessed these people are to have Ann in their lives!
Thanks for making " Laundry Day" happen!
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LIHN returns to FUMC September 9-16, 2018
LIHN (Longview Interfaith Hospitality Network) returns to FUMC the week of September 9-16. We know we have some people who would like to volunteer for this special ministry and so we are offering a training on Thursday, August 30 at 5:30 p.m. in the youth room kitchen!
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Life Together at FUMC Longview
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Confirmation Meeting
Today, Wednesday, August 22
6 p.m. in the Youth Room
Confirmation: the rite at which a person affirms Christian belief and is admitted as a full member of the church.
The 2018-2019 confirmation program is open to 6th grades students and any 7th or 8th grade students who have not been previously confirmed. Interested students and their parents are invited to an information meeting on Wednesday, August 22 at 6 p.m. in the Youth Activity Room on the second floor. Please park in the North Parking Lot.
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Help keep things moving at Longview FUMC!
FUMC Bus Training Class to be offered Sunday, September 9th 3:00-5:00. An application and driving record must be completed and submitted prior to attending the class. If you are interested, please contact Linda Cook at
lcook@longviewfumc.org
for more info.
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SCHOOL FOR LITTLE CHILDREN needs loving, qualified teachers!
Positions available:
-AFTERNOON ENRICHMENT TEACHERS
- HOURS: 12:30-6:00 P.M.
- SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS FOR MORNINGS AND AFTERNOONS!
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August 22
Confirmation Meeting
6 p.m.
Youth Room
August 26
Acolyte Training
After 10:45 a.m. Worship
Sanctuary
September 5
Wednesday Night Kick-Off
5 p.m.
North Playground
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To submit an article for the Voice please email Pastor Becca at
bnewcomb@longviewfumc.org. Info must be submitted by Thursday at 5pm in order to be in next week's edition of the Voice.
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First United Methodist Church of Longview
400 N. Fredonia St. Longview, Texas 75601
Tel-(903) 753.4463
Fax-(903) 236.7608
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