FLORIDA PANTHERS STUDENT MISSIONS FUNDRAISER
MARCH 8
First Church Student Missions is having a fundraiser for their summer mission trips to Dominican Republic and to Florida Panhandle. Join the First Church Congregation for a night filled with fellowship and hockey as the Florida Panthers host Minnesota Wild on March 8th @7:00pm. It'll be a fun night together. You have options between club seating ($50) and regular seating ($35). Parking and an On-Ice Photo is included. Please buy your tickets through Groupmatics by going to this link: https://www.groupmatics.events/event/Firstchurch.
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FLORIDA CONFERENCE WOMEN'S RETREAT
MARCH 8-10
Take a weekend to get away, unwind, and relax. Join your sisters in Christ on March 8-10 in Leesburg, FL for the 2019 Women's Retreat. For more information, contact Lisa Primavera at 561-445-2736 or register online at
https://www.flumc.org/floridaconferencewomensretreats
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STARTING MARCH 13
The next Pastor's Bible study will be
on Wednesdays at 7:00pm (March 13 - April 17) and Fridays at 9:15am (March 15 - 19). This study will be an
in-depth look at the events of the final week of Jesus' life, from Palm Sunday through Good Friday.
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MARCH 14
The Prime Time Seniors will be having a
delicious luncheon on Thursday, March 14 at 12pm in the Fellowship Hall. Bring a favorite salad , side dish or dessert to share. Corned beef and cabbage is the main fare in
keeping with the traditions of March. Wear your favorite color, bring a friend and come ready to share fun stories and games!
Questions? Call Bev Abrams - 954-263-5238.
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MARCH 16
The next Men's Breakfast will be held on March 16 at 8:30a in the Fellowship Hall. Come for food, stay for fellowship. For more info, contact Brian Darocha at
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50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION NIGHT
MARCH 16
2019 is First Church's 50th Anniversary! Join us for our 50 and Forward: Celebration Night on
Saturday March 16 from 5pm-8pm. There'll be l
ive music, food trucks, lawn games, church history tent, and photo ops! We hope to see you there!
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MARCH 30
Igniting Men is a single-day conference for men, birthed out of the need for improved leadership and discipleship training to men throughout Florida. The conference will provide opportunities for men to learn what it means to be a true servant leader in all
aspects of their lives, and deal with the
issues confronting them every day. The
conference is open to all men ages 13 and older. Join some of the most respected men's ministry specialists from across the country who will speak on topics important to men: leadership, brotherhood, fatherhood, mentoring, dealing with addictions, and most importantly, discipleship. We believe and strongly support the disciple-making mission of the General Commission of United Methodist Men and will continue to encourage local Churches to support their national effort and be engaged with the many resources within this ministry. To register, contact Brian Darocha at
trainerdad@gmail.com.
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ONGOING
If you would like to reserve space at the church, please fill out the room request form on our website -
https://www.welovefirst.church/reservespace. We have a lot of groups that use our facilities and having everyone fill out a request will ensure we keep things organized.
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BY APRIL 7
Easter lilies to display at the altar Easter Sunday are available for a donation of $10 per lily. Put your donation in an envelope with your name and the name of who you are honoring or remembering or fill out a flower request form on the church website:
www.welovefirst.church/lilies
. The deadline is April 7.
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APRIL 13
Anyone interested in becoming a member of First Church, or just wanting to know more information, is invited to attend the New Member's Class April 13, 8am-12pm in the Choir Room. Childcare is available upon request. Contact Annje at 954-752-0333 for more information.
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FIRST CHURCH TURNS 50 THIS YEAR!
ONGOING
The First Church Historical Team is requesting photos, stories and memorabilia to be shared during our 50th Anniversary celebrations. Each one of you are part of our church's story! Please email your favorite First Church memories to Sally Finley sallyfinley1@yahoo.com or contact her at 954-798-1672.
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APRIL 16
VBS will be held June 10-14 from 9a-12p. Registration takes place online for all
participants and volunteers beginning
April 16.
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ONGOING
The Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church is accepting volunteers, prayers, and donations for hurricane relief. If you are able to help in any capacity, please visit
https://floridarestores.com/volunteer for more information.
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ONGOING
Volunteers are needed the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month to help bag and distribute food for families in need. Please contact
Janet Nelson (954) 752-1819.
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ONGOING
Our new First Church cups are available for sale at the Welcome Center on Sunday for $12.
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ONGOING
Ever wish you could listen to First Church sermons while you're on the go? Well, you can! Our weekly podcast featuring messages from our pastors is available on iTunes here:
https://apple.co/2N5tBVM
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ONGOING
We are seeking committed, friendly volunteers to serve in our new Welcome Center, our parking ministry, greeters, ushers, coffee, and our new security team. Training will be provided for all. In most cases, we are only asking for a once or twice per month commitment. If you are interested, please fill out this online form so that we may contact you. https://www.welovefirst.church/serving-opportunities
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DAILY BIBLE READING SCHEDULE
Want to know more of God through the Word? Join Pastor Sheryl and friends as we read or listen through the Bible on a manageable schedule posted weekly. Click each scripture to read on biblegateway.com.
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FOOD SHARE
First & Third Fridays Every Month
Doors Open 4:30pm
Distribution 5pm-6:30pm
For the month of MARCH, we are requesting pasta, pasta sauce, 1lb bag of rice, and black beans
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We continue to collect clean egg cartons.
Bring your contributions on Sunday and put them in the designated cart.
Volunteers are needed to greet visitors, hand out Bible verses, and/or chaperone the children's table at Food Share (1st & 3rd Fridays of the month at 4:15-6:30pm). You are also welcome to volunteer from 12:30-3pm in Fellowship Hall to help pack the bags. Contact Suzanne Rodriguez, (954) 815-4719
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UMCOR Hurricane Relief & Disaster Recovery
Help is needed to support the victims of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. F
ind out how you can be the hands and feet of Jesus for our neighbors HERE.
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