First United Methodist Church
72 Lake Morton Drive, Lakeland, Florida 33801
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Sunday, November 10
We will continue our stewardship series:
Simple Gifts that Change the World
Sunday's Sermon: Talents
Scripture:
Rev. David McEntire will preach:
8:15am & 11am - Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
9:30am - Contemporary Worship in the Fellowship Center
Rev. Andy Whitaker Smith will preach:
11:20am - Contemporary Worship in the Fellowship Center
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Click here
to prepare for worship with Rev. David McEntire.
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Hospitalized (as of November 4)
Lynn Adams, Many Champavannarath,
Phyllis Reddick and Cylinda Sherwood
In Memoriam
Barbara Higginbottom, October 30
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This Sunday is the Second Sunday Gathering:
Join your church family for fellowship and refreshments in the Welcome Center from 9am-12:15pm.
Volunteer Appreciation:
We will be honoring all volunteers who serve in any capacity inside and outside of the church as we celebrate Volunteer Recognition Day. Please stop by the Welcome Center and pick up a small token of our appreciation.
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Annual Charge Conference
November 10 at 3pm in the Sanctuary.
All elected church leadership are invited and encouraged to attend!
Don't Miss Out on Lawn Fest 2019
This Sunday, after Charge Conference, at 5pm we will enjoy a night of Bluegrass music by "The South Porch Bluegrass Band" from St. Petersburg. The concert is free and dinner (BBQ pork or chicken with all the sides) is $5/person. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, favorite lawn games and friends. (Please note the time change to 5-7pm - previously listed as 5:30pm).
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"Our Giving Tree" Bookstore and Gift Shop Celebrates 10 Years!
Help us celebrate 10 years this Sunday. We will have a 10% off sale (valid on everything except pecans)! Since the store opened, all proceeds have benefited missions. Shop S
unday 9am-12:30pm.
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United Methodist Women
- All women are invited to the November 11 meeting at 10:30am in the Fellowship Center. Program: World Thank Offering and Memorial Service. Lunch is $4/person.
- The UMW Book Club will meet November 26 at 1pm in the Parlor to discuss Step Up to the Plate by Maria Singh. Order here.
Join us for the Neighborhood Ministries' 30th Anniversary Celebration!
Friday, November 15, at 5pm in the Fellowship Center, we will recognize those who paved the way for the program and celebrate growth over the years! We will have food and games and honor past Directors and others influential in the development of Neighborhood Ministries. All are invited and welcome to attend. Please let us know you're coming by contacting Stephanie Keen (
email here
or 863-687-9750).
The Florida Southern Children’s Chorus and Girls’ Chorus
On November 20 at 6:30pm in the Sanctuary these talented young singers will perform several styles of beautiful and inspiring music. Come for PHOENIX dinner and stay for this free concert.
December JOY / Fun N Fellowship event
Adults 55+ are invited to join us for the Florida Southern Christmas Gala and luncheon on Saturday, December 7. The cost for the concert and buffet lunch is $23. We will travel to Florida Southern College aboard church vehicles and return to the church after the concert. We’ll depart at 11:30am and return around 4:30pm. Seats are limited. RSVP required to Alice Hazel (
email here
or 863-686-3163).
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United Methodist Business Leaders
The next meeting is Wednesday, November 13, at 8am in Room C-206. The room opens at 7:30am for socializing and networking and will remain open for 30 minutes after the meeting concludes at 9am. Brett Vogeler will present the second half of “12 Biblical Principles on Which to Build a Business.” The group is open to all who are seeking to better integrate their Christian faith and business practices. Contact Brett Vogeler for info (
email here
or 863-255-1613).
Wednesday PHOENIX Dinner
Meal service begins at 5pm. $6/adult, $3/child under 12 with a
Issues of Aging
Our final Issues of Aging seminar for the fall will be on November 20, with Liz Craven and Vicky Pitner presenting on Senior Resources/Brain Fitness. All are welcome to come learn at either 4 or 6:30pm in Room C-207. Note that there will not be a seminar on Nov 13. More info available
here
.
The Men’s Lunchtime Bible Study
Our men’s lunchtime Bible Study continues Wednesday, November 13, 11:30am-1pm. Men of all ages are invited to join us for lunch, Bible study and prayer. Registration is available
here
. Lunch is $8. Contact Warren Pattison for more info (
email here
or 863-686-3163).
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Sunday School (9:30-10:30am)
Children:
Nursery through PK4 check in on the ground floor of the C Building. Kindergarten through fifth grades check in on the first floor of the C Building.
- Nursery 2 through fourth grade: Today the children will learn about Noah and the flood from Genesis 6:13-9:17.
- Fifth grade: The Good Samaritan is today's lesson from Luke 10:25-37.
Sunday Night
Join the Family Lawn Fest 5-7pm! The concert is free - $5/dinner of BBQ pork or chicken with a concert by a Bluegrass band. Bring a chair, blanket, favorite lawn game, friends and neighbors to the front lawn.
Wednesday Night
Children PK3 (fully toilet trained) through fifth grade are invited to join us from 6:30-7:30pm as we grow in our faith together with friends, fellowship and fun.
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Sunday Morning
Sixth-twelfth grades - join us in Room F-1 for Bible study and discussion at 9:30am.
Sunday Night
Join the Family Lawn Fest 5-7pm! The concert is free - $5/dinner of BBQ pork or chicken with a concert by a Bluegrass band. Bring a chair, blanket, favorite lawn game, friends and neighbors to the front lawn.
Wednesday Night ReCharge, 6:30-7:30pm
Come to the Youth Game Room to hangout from 6:30-7:30pm in a relaxed space for a mid-week break! Enjoy our snacks!
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Adults
Visitors are always welcome to attend any of our Sunday School groups. Contact Warren Pattison (
email here
or 863-682-1912) with questions.
- The BYKOTA Class welcomes you for Bible study, fellowship and friendship. During November Rev. Dr. Doug Hallman is teaching “God’s Attributes: What is God Like and How Do We Know?” Room C-207
- The Genesis Class welcomes you as they explore faith and life together. During November Rev. Jose Bove will be teaching on the Book of Revelation. Room C-202
- The Homebuilders Class started in 1945 and is taught by Rev. Brian Tiffany. They follow the Adult Bible Studies curriculum. November's theme is “Objects of Worship.” Chapel
- The Koinonia Class invites you to join them in life application Bible study using passages from the Revised Common Lectionary, led by Rev. Terry Heck. Room C-205
- The Searchers Class is perfect for all who are searching for a deeper connection with God in Christ. Today they welcome Bob Alexander to share about the various mission initiatives at First United Methodist Church. Room C-206
- The Sendero Class welcomes you as they explore Adam Hamilton’s book Simon Peter, led by John Naser. Room C-204
- Storyline is an intergenerational class for young adults and other adults. The group desires to explore how the stories of our lives intersect and weave together in God’s story. Today, they begin a study of the letter to the Philippians, led by Jill Corbett. Room C-201C
- The Vanguard Class invites you to join them as Rev. Dr. Charles Weaver teaches on the theme “Objects of Worship,” with texts from Deuteronomy, Exodus, Jeremiah, Habakkuk and Acts. Room C-203
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Give Back to our Community
First United Methodist is ringing the Salvation Army Bell at Grove Park Publix (1617 US Hwy 98 S) from Friday, November 29 at 10am (in two hour shifts) until 8pm Christmas Eve. We do not ring on Sunday. Please help us help others by ringing the bell. If you have two hours to give, sign up today. If you have enrolled in Volunteer Pro Scheduler, visit
here
. If you have NOT, visit
here
. You can also call Lea Ellen DeWitt at 863-686-3163 or
email here.
Connections is a respite program and memory ministry.
Connections supports individuals and their families living with memory challenges by providing opportunities for self-expression and connecting friends, family and faith.
Family and friends who support a person living with memory loss need support, too.
We are offering a free workshop developed by a Certified Dementia Practitioner with practical strategies for the holidays. A change in routines, travel plans and unrealistic expectations for the holidays are difficult for individuals with memory loss and dementia and their family members.
Managing Holiday Stress So You Can Enjoy the Season
is November 21 from 10-11am in Room C-201B. Register
here
. Questions? Contact Vicky Pitner
(
email here
or 863- 686-3163).
The United Methodist Women
The UMW is holding a jewelry and purse sale, Sunday, December 8. You may drop off donations at the Mission Depot each Monday from 10am - 2pm or the Church Administrative Office. Contact Carol Meyer for more information (863-665-0482).
Peace River Holiday Collections
We are collecting items for holiday gift bags to be distributed to clients of Peace River Center, which offers a broad range of mental health, victim services and substance use disorder services throughout Polk, Highlands and Hardee counties. Please bring your donations from November 1-24 ONLY and place them in the blue collection bins in front of the Fellowship Center and in the Welcome Center. Requests are hygiene products such as shampoo, conditioner and soap (travel sizes); small Loofah sponges; toothbrushes/toothpaste; individually packaged snacks such as crackers, cookies, etc. (but not popcorn or hot chocolate as many do not have microwaves); coloring books (small pads); socks and blank homemade cards for them to give to friends and family.
Help Neighborhood Ministries
Neighborhood Ministries is collecting food to provide local families in need over the Holidays. In the Narthex and Fellowship Center you will find shopping lists and reusable shopping bags. Please use the lists to fill the bags, and return them in the coming weeks. Thank you for partnering with us to help feed families.
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