E-News for October 31, 2018
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This coming Sunday, November 4, we will celebrate All Saints Day. We will remember those in our community of faith that have passed away in the last year. We will light candles, ring bells of remembrance and call the names of those lost in the previous year as a way of honoring the impact their lives have had on us. From the early days of Christianity, there is a sense that the Church consists of not only all living believers, but also all who have gone before us. For example, in Hebrews 12 the author encourages Christians to remember that a “great cloud of witnesses” surrounds us, encourages us, and cheers us on.
Since we are in the middle of the Stewardship campaign, we will explore the concept of stewardship as a way of life. When I think of saints, I think of people who were generous with their time, talents, and money.
Generous living is not just about giving money, or even just about giving. It has to do with the whole of who we are and how we care for our neighbors. Join us this Sunday as we explore what it means to be generous with our whole selves!
Pastor Gena
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A Jewish Communal and City-Wide Night of Prayer, Remembrance and Unity
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Let us unite as a single Fort Worth Community, to mourn the loss and pray for the injured at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, and together say, "Never Again" to violence within our communities.
Thursday, November 1, 2018, 6:30 pm
Congregation Ahavath Sholom
4050 South Hulen Street
The Barnett Sanctuary
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Cathy Brown will lead a four week Bible study (November 1, 8, 15, and 29) on the book called Three Gifts, One Christ. Using passages from Matthew and Hebrews, Cathy will help the class explore three of Christ’s roles—Jesus as the high priest who sacrifices himself for us, Jesus as the prophet who calls us into the Kingdom and shows us a better way to live, and the Messiah who triumphs over evil and sets us free. The class will be held from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in room 23. Books are available in the main office for $12.
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This month Ann Foss, Principal Planner of Arlington's Office of Strategic Initiatives, will tell us about Via Rideshare and other transportation initiatives.
Join us for a pot luck lunch in the fellowship hall at 11:30 on Tuesday, November 13. Bring a dish to share with your friends, our guests and staff. Guests welcome!
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Have you met Bob Gilbert, George Lupton , Todd Milam or Mark Darrow? They are members of New World UMC. I've heard their stories - so I know they have jobs, enjoy their families, have a sense of humor, and a passion for serving. Each are Stephen Ministers for New World UMC.
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Care receivers are people - congregation members and others in our community - who receive care from a Stephen Minister. Men are matched with men; women with women.
New World needs additional men to train to become Stephen Ministers. One of the many blessings of the Stephen Ministry is that laypeople nurture and use their gifts in meaningful ministry, growing spiritually as they serve others. Another is people who are hurting have a compassionate companion - a caring Christian friend who provides emotion and spiritual support.
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Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
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On Monday, November 12, Boy Scout Troop 520 will host their annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser. Dinner will be served from 6:00 – 7:30 pm at New World.
Tickets will be available Sunday, November 4 & 11 as well as at the door on the night of the event. Ticket prices will be:
Adults $5.00
Children $ 3.00
Family $ 13.00
Deserts $ .50
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New World Preschool Fundraiser Dinner
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New World Preschool will have a fundraiser dinner at Mooyah Burgers, 2141 N Collins St,
Arlington, TX 76011.
So join us for dinner on Wednesday, November 7, from 5:00 - 8:30 pm, where Mooyah will donate a portion of the sales back to our preschool.
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In partnership with Texas Health Resources/Arlington Memorial Hospital and the Faith Community Nursing program, we are offering:
Free Flu Shot Clinic
Sunday, November 11
9:30 am-1:00 pm
New World UMC Fellowship Hall
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New World Book Club
November’s Book:
Girl, Wash Your Face
by Rachel Hollis
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Love to read books, want to talk about them, but don’t have enough time in your schedule for a lot of club meetings? This is the book club for you! No long term commitment, just show up when the book looks interesting.
How it works:
Borrow or buy your own copy of the monthly book, read it on your own, and then join us in the New World Coffee Bar on the last Sunday of the month 6:30-7:30PM. We will enjoy some food together, get to know each other and have a lively discussion about the book. This is an ideal thing to invite your friends and neighbors. Please RSVP to
erin@nwumc.org so we have enough food to share.
Upcoming Book Club Meetings:
November 25 –
Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis
January 27 –
Inspired by Rachel Held Evans
February 24 –
I’m Still Here by Austin Channing Brown
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New World Annual Women’s Retreat
January 18-20, 2019
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Spots are filling up quickly for the annual New World Women’s Retreat at Camp Hoblitzelle near Midlothian. Only 9 spots remain for this wonderful and restful weekend of getting to know one another, relaxing and learning about our faith. We will be staying at the Alamo Lodge in 2-person hotel-style rooms. This is the perfect opportunity to invite a friend or neighbor!
Cost of the retreat is $170 and includes all meals. Limited scholarships are available. To reserve your spot, contact
erin@nwumc.org and pay your nonrefundable $85 deposit by December 16
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www.nwumc.org/give
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Help Our Neighbors in Need This Christmas
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Sign up Sunday, November 4
during Connection Time
Adopt an Angel from the Salvation Army Angel Tree
Angel tags have the needs and gift wishes of a local child who would otherwise not receive any Christmas gifts
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Shop for your angel, and return the gifts to New World by Wednesday, November 28.
Be a “Bell Ringer” for the Salvation Army
Red Kettle Campaign
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This year, New World will adopt the Red Kettle at Kroger on Lamar. Volunteers are needed “to ring the bell” for a 2 hour shift between 10:00 am - 8:00 pm on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday.
Exact dates available Sunday. All ages are welcome! Money raised through this campaign stays with our local Salvation Army.
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Monday Night Ladies Bible Study
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The Monday Night Ladies Bible Study will begin a new book in November on “The Journey: Walking the Road to Bethlehem” by Adam Hamilton. We would love for you to join us Monday evenings from 6:45 to 8:00 pm. For more information contact Amy Baxley,
aj.baxley@tx.rr.com
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Through Nov 2, AmazonSmile is donating 5% (ten times the usual amount) to New World United Methodist Church when you shop at
#AmazonSmile #StartWithaSmile
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We are excited to introduce to you the newest members of New World!
Sunday, October 21, Ozzy Lynn Riggall was baptized. Ozzy is the son of Mark and Stephanie and little brother to Ethan, Aubrie and Quinn. He is also the grandson to Larry and Donna Riggall.
Sunday, October 28, Bobby, Amanda and Jackson Camp joined our church. In addition to being a new member, Amanda is a teacher in our Preschool.
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WOW! WOW! WOW! What a great afternoon we had at Trunk or Treat! We had lots and lots of little Trick or Treaters and their families. They painted pumpkins, had hot dogs (until we ran out), and played games. It was a fun time of sharing and giving to our community!
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you to everyone who helped in any way! An event like this cannot happen without lots of volunteers. I cannot list everyone who participated in volunteering because I know I would leave someone out...there were so many! I am already looking forward to next year!!! When you have an event, it is always helpful to evaluate quickly because you forget before the next year. Please send any helpful suggestions to
Kathyalex@mac.com.
Kathy Alexander
Children’s Ministries Director
Have Fun and Be Safe Trick or Treating on Halloween!!!!
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Youth-run games at Trunk or Treat!
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November 4
Sunday School, 10:30-11:45
Hands & Feet Rehearsal, 4:30-5:30
Shine Youth Group, 5:30-7:30
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Verse of the week:
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
–Matthew 11:28
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Music is a big part of my spiritual life. One of the musical pieces that speaks to me is a song titled “The Prayer” sung by Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli.
I pray you’ll be our eyes and watch us where we go
And help us to be wise in times when we don’t know
Let this be our prayer when we lose our way
Lead us to a place, guide us with your grace
To a place where we’ll be safe
I pray we’ll find your light and hold it in our hearts
When the stars go out each night
Let this be our prayer when shadows fill our day
Lead us to a place, guide us with your grace
Give us faith so we’ll be safe
We ask that life be kind and watch us from above
We hope each soul will find another soul to love
Let this be our prayer
Just like every child
Need to find a place, guide us
With your grace, give us faith so we’ll be safe
Let this be our prayer for a hurting world, for those who don’t feel safe, for those who don’t feel love and for those who have lost their way. In our prayers, we can ask for God to guide us in our lives and the lives of others. God’s grace is there for all people everywhere and our job as Christians is to share this amazing grace and love with everyone we meet each day. He is the source and we grow in faith as we serve Him.
Grace & Peace,
Virginia Lackey
New World Intercessory Prayer Ministry
If you have a prayer article that you would like to
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Lord, Hear Our Prayers...
Recuperating at Home
Wilma Hill, Todd Milam,
Amber Walter's grandfather, Jerry Wells
Those Facing Cancer and its Treatment
Kathy Alexander's brother, Jamie Harris
Lynda Arnold’s sister, Jonda
Meagan Feik
Amanda Heathcott
Todd Milam
Hospice Care
Ruth Savage:
Meadowbrook Memory Care, Arlington
Chronic Condition
Gwenne Galati; Leigh Jamieson
Tradel Harris, Darlus Schoonover’s granddaughter
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Our Gifts and Our Presence
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Text To Give:
817-789-4129
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Worship Attendance:
Sunday, October 28 - 235
Adult Sunday School - 73
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Mike Alexander
Senior Pastor
Erin Sloan Jackson
Associate Pastor of Missions
Gena Anderson
Associate Pastor of Discipleship
Steven Couch
Director of Worship & Music
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Jin Ah Kwon
Organist/Music Assistant
Kathy Alexander
Director of Children’s Ministries
Sarah Bush
Director of Youth Ministries
Heather James
Business Administrator
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Becky Hankins
Executive Administrator
Gail Hall
Communications
Francisco Adon
Facilities
Amber Walter
Preschool Director
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