First United Methodist Church of Naples
Sunday Service 10:15 am
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Communion Sunday
4th of July Sunday
July 7, 2019
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Life & Faith Lesson
Rev. Nancy Mayeux
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Adversity: Are You a Carrot, an Egg or Coffee?
In recent months, there are many in this congregation who have been through difficult, and even tragic moments. Some have experienced great physical pain personally, or ached as they watched a loved one in pain. Others have gone through great emotional pain and grief as a loved one has passed on to their heavenly home. Some have experienced pain as they watched someone special backslide from their sobriety, or get in trouble with the law. Others struggle with memory loss or losing independence due to lessened physical or mental abilities. Some have lost jobs and others watch, in frustration and sadness, as children and grandchildren get divorced. My heart breaks for so many. Life has a multitude of rotten things to throw at us, and we will ALL experience some of these. The question is, “How do YOU deal with adversity when it happens?” When you find yourself in rough times or dark valleys, do you hide your head in the sand like an ostrich, and pretend it’s not happening? Do you run away in fear? Do you get overwhelmed and find yourself unable to think or even function? Do you get angry, either with someone who was not the cause, or even get angry with God? Do you feel helpless or are you a fighter? God tells us, throughout both the Old and New Testaments, how to get through these tough times. Most of all, God reminds us that we are given power to get through it, and that we are never alone. God walks with us through the darkest of valleys - not
over
the valley and not
around it
—but
through
it! So, come Sunday to find out how God can help you during these tough times, and just exactly what do “carrots, eggs and coffee” have to do with it!
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Come Join Us for Communion
S
unday!
You are invited to join us this Sunday.
We have an open table!
"This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me." - Luke 22:19
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Good Samaritan Fund
Communion envelopes in your bulletin are for a special offering to our
Good Samaritan Fund
to help people in need in our community. Regular offering envelopes are in the pews. Thank you for your support with this ministry.
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Last Week’s Sermon & Flutist Music
Did you miss worship last week? To view the video of last week's sermon
Instant Christians?
based on
Philippians 1:3-11
click on the link below.
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Urgent Prayer Requests
Monika Vincent; Tim Vincent; Pat Adams; Ali McK
ee; Tom Queen; Chris Carter; Diane Brackett-Smith; Dalton; Sheila Strenkert; Bob Laderman; Yolanda Bautista; James Carroll; and the family of River Russell.
Also Please Pray for…
Our pastor, our church, our bishop, our district superintendent, the community, our country and its leaders; first responders; the sick, our homebound, our sister church in Cuba, our MDS preschool, Wesley Kids & Youth and those in military service. Please also pray for our denomination.
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Altar Flowers this Sunday will be placed by...
Karen Carr
In memory of her family
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A white rosebud will be placed on the Altar this Sunday in memory of Robert Newell
We just received news that Rob Newell, our talented and dedicated, former choir director and organist/pianist for over a year at FUMC, has passed away. Please keep his wife Vicki, and his family in prayer. Rob’s music touched many during worship and he will be greatly missed.
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Come early and join us for coffee, refreshments and fellowship
in our courtyard before and after Sunday worship!
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Adult Sunday School Opportunities
9:00 am
Soul Sisters
(For Women) Soul Sisters meet in the parlor in the church admin building. All women are welcome to join.
Fellowship Study Group
Fellowship Class will be taking a break until the fall.
All are welcome to join Soul Sisters Class during the summer months.
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In Loving Memory of Shirley Jennings
Dec 23, 1927 – Jun 21, 2019
Shirley B. Jennings, age 91, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2019 after a 7 week illness. Shirley and her husband came to Naples in 1975 as part time residents and settled permanently here in 1984. Born in Toledo Ohio, she and her husband were fortunate to experience living in many states and traveling extensively. Shirley was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Naples and a Charter Member of the Lakewood Country Club where she was very active in the ladies activities. Last August they moved to Lely Palms Senior Living after 43 years in Lakewood. Survivors include Byron E. Jennings her husband of 72 years; her daughter Barbara Sue O'Toole (Patrick, deceased) of Annapolis, Maryland; two Grandchildren John B. O'Toole, Sr. (Elaina) and Jennifer R. Krebs (Brian); two great-grandchildren John B. O'Toole Jr. and Reagan R. O'Toole. She is also survived by her sister Mary Rose Stein of Elyria, Ohio, nephews Bob Stein (Deb), David Stein, Peter Stein, Robert Krupp Jr. and niece Sheila McMillen. Final resting will be in the Columbarium of the First United Methodist Church. A memorial service will be held at a later time. Those wishing to give memorial contributions are asked to consider First United Methodist Church or Avow Hospice.
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Support our Back to School Drive for Florida United Methodist Children's Home
School supplies are very much needed to help these children have a successful school year. For a list, please click
here.
We will be collecting these school supplies until next Sunday, July 14th in bags located in the narthex. Jim Barker has graciously offered to drive them to the Children’s home in Enterprise, FL. If you wish to donate funds for supply purchases, instead of purchasing yourself, please specify Children's Home on the offering envelope. Thank you for your continued support!
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United Methodist Women Luncheon
Our UMW will have a luncheon on Tuesday, July 9th at 11:30 am at
Brambles
, located at 340 5th Avenue S, Suite 102. You can park in the parking lot in the back, on 4th Avenue S. There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex. All are welcome to join for a fun time of food and fellowship!
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It’s Time to Sign Up for Small Groups!
If you’ve never been part of a small group or Bible study at a church, summer is a great time to start! It is a wonderful way to develop new friendships, and grow in your faith, as you explore what God is telling us in the Bible.
We will study Adam Hamilton’s book
Creed: What Christians Believe and Why
, which includes a DVD. He helps us explore what Christians believe, why they believe, and why it matters. He uses the Apostle’s Creed to explore these themes. We will confront and examine our own core beliefs, and go beyond the Creed’s familiar words. Hope you will join us!
Please sign up in the narthex, call the church office, or send an email to admin@fumcnaples.org.
Book will be provided for a donation. ($8.00 is a suggested amount). We have two opportunities for the Bible study, which starts on July 10th.
Wednesday mornings at 10:30 am
Hosted by Wendy McKee at FUMC in the Church Parlor
Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm
Hosted by Pam Kennedy at her residence. (off of Airport Pulling Road, south of Pine Ridge Road)
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A Note From Your Treasurer
Last Sunday, we hosted a luncheon after our regular worship service that was attended by approximately half of those at the service. The subject was our annual summer “Pull Forward” during which we ask members to give during July, what they planned to give in the fall. This is necessary because we experience a significant fall-off in contributions after our seasonal members depart for cooler climates. We shared the current financial situation of the church. We discussed the fact that most of our operating costs are salaries and utilities which continue year round. We answered questions and I provided my cell phone number, which is available to all, for questions or information. The response so far has been wonderful, but more is still needed. Thank you and God bless you all.
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Your Treasurer, Jeff Currier 203 556-2919
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Local Naples Child in Search for Bone Marrow Donor
You may have seen on the news about the story of a young boy who is fighting for his life in our city. His name is Dalton and he is in desperate need of a bone marrow transplant. Click the link below for more information of his fight. His mother is seeking help within the community, asking for anyone to register with Gift of Life; to find out if they could be a potential donor. Gift of Life will send you a kit to swab the inside of your cheek for cells to see if you are a match. Donations through organizations, like the Gift of Life, are paid for by the patient’s insurance or the organization itself. Please keep him and his family in prayer.
Dalton is receiving cards at:
Cornerstone United Methodist Church
8200 Immokalee Rd Naples, Fl. 34119
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Summer Sunday School Teachers Needed
We are looking for volunteers to teach our Sunday School children. Whether it’s for a week or for a month. Lesson plans and guides are provided, as well as videos of sermons you will miss when teaching. This is a very important ministry. Come change the lives of our children and help make disciples of Christ. Please pray about it and let the office know if you are available.
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Have you ever thought about our church's Mission? It's on the front cover of our bulletin every week. It is our way of living out the United Methodist Mission:
"To Make Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World."
Making Disciples means that we will:
- Help people to know Jesus for the first time, so that they will realize their sins have been forgiven, repent and accept the wonderful gift of salvation
- Help people grow in their faith and be transformed by the Holy Spirit to become more like Jesus every day, loving God with all their heart.
- Help to alleviate suffering in the world as Jesus has asked us to do in Matthew 25, by loving our neighbor.
EVERYTHING
we do at FUMC, and every penny we spend, should support Jesus' mission in the world.
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First United Methodist Church of Naples
388 1st Ave S.
Naples, FL 34102
(239) 262-1033
Church Summer Office Hours
Mon - Fri 9 am - 12 pm
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