First United Methodist Church - 72 Lake Morton Drive, Lakeland, FL - www.firstumc.org |
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Sunday, November 1, 2020
ALL SAINTS DAY
Holy Communion will be offered
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Worship is of prime importance and our foundation. Even though we are practicing social distancing we can worship together. Words to the Affirmation of Faith, Call to Worship and songs will be projected on the screen so you can participate wherever you are.
Watch a video with Rev. Andy to prepare for this weeks worship
If you are watching online, you can prepare for worship by getting a small cracker or piece of bread and a small glass of juice to participate in
Holy Communion
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8:15am Service on the Lawn
Bring a chair and join us for worship on the front lawn
Social Distancing will be observed
Masks must be worn
Rev. Andy Whitaker Smith
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9:30 and 11am Worship online
One Life, One Legacy:
A Surrendered Life
Luke 9:18-25
Rev. Melissa Stump will preach
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Hospitalized (as of October 26)
Darryl Fulton and Carole Hazelgrove
Deaths:
Ann Haggard, October 4
Charlie Johnson, October 17
Judy Dunleavy, October 20
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This Saturday night, October 31
Change your clock back one hour before going to bed.
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October 31 - 2020
Time Change
Halloween
Full Moon
Blue Moon
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Coffee With the Pastors
If you have been attending First United Methodist Church either in person or on-line and would like to join our membership, we encourage you to attend 'Coffee with the Pastors.' We will meet this Sunday, November 1, 5-6:30pm on the front patio near the fountain. This casual and informative session will give you information regarding membership and more about our church. The meeting will also be available through Zoom. Registration
Wednesday November 4, 7:30pm - Parenting Now: Creating Sacred Moments at Home
We will have a Zoom workshop with author Rev.Traci Smith about Creating Sacred Moments at Home for Thanksgiving, Advent and Christmas. Her book Faithful Families for Advent and Christmas is out now. It is a holiday companion to her excellent and practical book Faithful Families: Creating Sacred Moments at Home. The holidays are going to look different this year, and what we do at home will become that much more important as we celebrate the season and seek to grow in our love of God and neighbor. This event will take place via Zoom, and are designing it to be interactive. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with one another in breakout conversations and in Q&A with Traci. You can register now here. Local residents who register and attend the seminar will receive a gift to help you implement what you learn with your family.
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Thursday Art Night at 6:30pm
Join us for an art night! You don’t need to be an artist. Just bring a piece of paper, a pencil and something to color with and create your own masterpiece. For more information or Zoom link, contact Cristi
Family Advent Take Home Kit
Join together as a family and complete these simple activities to engage you and your family in faith conversations during the Advent season. (Kits are limited, advanced registration is requested). Kits will be available for pickup at the church, Sunday, November 15 from 9-11am and 3-5pm; November 22 from 9-11am.
Preschool Pals every Tuesday at 11am
Great new opportunity for our preschool friends! Join us Tuesday mornings via Zoom at 11am for a short Bible lesson and some fun activities. For more information or Zoom link, contact Cristi
Virtual Sunday School Rooms
Join us for Sunday School. You can attend Sunday School at a time that is convenient for you. There are rooms for each age level that include Bible stories, activities, games, devotions and much more.
Faith Formation
To continue our discipleship and learning during this time when we cannot meet face to face, please check our Online Faith Formation page for available resources for you and your family.
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Pastors Monthly Bible Study - Tuesday, November 3, 6:30pm
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Women's study with Pastor Melissa via Zoom. Contact Melissa for zoom login information
- Men's Bible Study with Pastor David via Zoom. Contact David for zoom login information
Justice League starts New Book Study: The Color of Compromise
Join the Justice League on Sunday evenings at 6 pm in a study of The Color of Compromise: The Truth about the American Church’s Complicity in Racism by Jemar Tisby. The six week study begins November 1. This book provides an in-depth diagnosis for a racially divided American church and suggests ways to foster a more equitable and inclusive environment among God’s people. Registration and more information is here.
Bishop Carter’s Wednesday Evening Bible Study, 6pm on Zoom
Continue your spiritual growth with an online Bible Study hosted by Bishop Ken Carter and sponsored by Fill the Table! Join Bishop Carter through November 25. You’ll hear from faith leaders and biblical scholars, share your prayer requests and learn with fellow Methodists from across the Conference.
We will gather on Zoom to experience the Livestream video presentation together. We’ll then spend some time in conversation and prayer around what we’ve heard.
Learn more and find the Zoom link here.
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Adult Sunday School: the following sunday School classes meet via UberConference or Zoom. Visitors are welcome to join any of these classes. For information on connecting with a paricular class, contact Warren
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BYKOTA (Be Ye Kind One to Another) in November, Rev. Dr. Doug Hallman will teach on Seasons of Thankgsiving. Meets via Conferrence Call (863-250-1152 or online (Warren for link) Class starts at 9:30am. The call is open at 9:30am.
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Genesis is currently watching and discussing the television series The Chosen about Jesus and his followers. You can watch the first season vial a free app. The class meets via Zoom. Contact Diana or Warren for the Zoom information. Class starts at 9:30am, Zoom is open at 9:20am. Beginning November 22.the class will begin an Advent study, meeting outdoors at the church, socially distanced with masks.
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Homebuilders is our longest-runnning Sunday school class, stred in the 1940's. Rev. Brian Tiffany teaches from the Standard Lesson Series Bible Study. November's theme is "Godly Love Among Believers" with text from John 1, John, Acts and James. Meets via Conference Call (863-250-1141 or online Contact Warren for link. Class begins at 9:30am Sundays, call is open at 9:30am.
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Koinonia welcomes all who desire to grow in their love of God and neighbor. You are invited to join them for life application Bible study using the lectionary scipture texts and Feasting on the Word curriculum. Rev. Terry Heck leads. Meets via Zoom Contact Warren. Class starts at 9:30am, call is open at 9:30am.
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Searchers is studying Adam Hamilton's book Why? Making Sense of God's Will. Led by Rev Betty Batey this study explores the age old questions of suffering and the will of God. Meets via Zoom. Contact Warren. NOTE MEETING TIME: 9:15am, call opens at 9:05am.
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Sendero is an inter-generational adult class studying the gospel of Matthew using the Genesis to Revelation series. The study led by John Curtis meets via Conference Call (863-243-6668). 9:30am but the call opens at 9:20am.
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Vanguard uses the Adult Bible Studies series. November's there is "In This Place" and explores sacred places in scripture with lessons taught by Dr. Tom Reuschling. Study passages come from vaious texts in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament. Supplemental videos for the lessons are available on AmplifyMedia. Begins at 9:30am on Conference Call, 863-250-1038 or online. Class will open at 9:20am.
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You Can Help Our Community Families
We are helping our Neighborhood families again this year during the holidays with groceries. Here’s a list of suggested items to include in your shopping bag for families in our community. Our drop off day to receive your donation is this Sunday, November1, 9am - 1pm. Simply drop your grocery bags outside the sliding doors of the F Building between.
If possible we ask that you also include a gift card ($20-$25) from a local grocery store to cover the purchse of perishable food items such as meat, produce and dairy.
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Spaghetti Sauce – In Cans or Jars
Large Package of Pasta
Cans of Vegetables
Large Package of Yellow Rice
Large Package or Box of Instant Mashed Potatoes Large Cans of Hearty Soup or Chili
Fruit in Cans or Jars
Jello or Instant Pudding
Bag of Sugar
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Cans of Tuna and/or Chicken
Tea /Kool-Aid/Lemonade Mixes
Cookie or Brownie Mix or Cake Mix with Frosting Cereal or Oatmeal or Instant Oatmeal Packets Bisquick or Pancake Mix
Syrup
Jar of Peanut Butter
Jar of Jelly
Salt & Pepper
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Managing Dementia with other Conditions
Quite often, individuals living with dementia have other medical conditions that need to attention on a consistent basis. Conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and depression are often affecting with those living with dementia and/or their caregivers. It is important for caregivers to address essential health needs for themselves and their loved ones, and not to allow the many challenges facing an individual living with dementia to overshadow the rest.
- Use a calendar to keep track of pertinent doctor appointments. There are a variety of calendars available for different preferences: electronic, paper, or dry erase. Hang or place the calendar in a location of the home that is checked daily.
- Color-coding specialty appointments are a visual way to stay organized. For example, neurology appointments could be written in blue ink and diabetes related appointments in red. Circular colored stickers are another great color-coding option.
- Manage medications with pill organizers labeled with the days of the week. Using one for morning meds and one for evening meds will make it even easier. By organizing medications at the beginning of each week, it will save time and effort on a daily basis. If you are taking medication yourself, have your own organizer and keep both labeled with names or initials for safety.
- Store medications in a safe place. This is especially important when taking care of an individual with memory challenges.
- With access to so many technologies today, utilizing automatic daily alarms can be helpful for things such as daily sugar checks, medication reminders, and even appointments.
- Sign-up for automatic refills through the local pharmacy or home delivery prescription service. Local pharmacies may even deliver medications right to your doorstep for little or no extra charge. This is especially helpful during this time of pandemic and will save lots of time.
- As a busy caregiver, it can be easy to place your own health needs on hold. Be sure to take care of your own wellness by staying up to date with appointments so you can feel your best and be there for those that need you.
If you, a friend or family member living with memory loss would be interested in learning more about our Memory Ministry or our Connections Zoom group, please contact Vicky
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At this time of the year and especially THIS year, there are many more needs than normal. Please read over these
and donate what you are able.
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Food Collection for Migrant Ministry: Our next collection day for our migrant ministry partners - Mulberry UMC Food Pantry and Called to Serve Farmworkers-will be next Sunday, November 8, from 1-4 pm at the Mission Depot on the Vistabula Street side of the church. Please provide only requested items and NO glass jars:
Rice, Beans (pinto and black), Maseca flour, Spaghetti sauce, Peanut Butter,Rice, Beans (pinto and black), Maseca flour, Spaghetti sauce, Peanut Butter,
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Urgent Need for Shoes - Children/Youth
There is an urgent need for shoes for children and youth. We will be collecting new or very gently used shoes on Sunday, November 8, 1-4 pm at the Mission Depot. You can bring shoes as you drop off your food donations for the area food pantries.
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