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Crosswinds Newsletter
November 2, 2022 - Volume 641
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October has come and gone, and we managed to pack a lot into it. Our church hosted Lord’s Acre, “Discerning our Future” process, Pumpkin Patch, our stewardship series and finished it off this past Sunday with Trunk or Treat. I feel tired after just typing all of that.
We have a lot to celebrate from the last month. Pumpkin Patch made over $25,000, which will net youth ministries over $8,700. Thank you to Deb Ramsey, Keelee Allen and Barry Hornburg for all your hard work. I also want to thank everyone who worked shifts at the Patch. We couldn’t have done it without you.
At Trunk or Treat, we served around 2,000 people with 1,200 being children! It was incredible to see so many in our community join us, and even more encouraging to see how our church showed up. We brought a fun spirit to the event and welcomed our community well.
These events are primarily about serving our community. As the church, our call is to reach new people for Christ. We do this in various ways and the purpose of these events are to make initial connections. They are a touchpoint with those we would likely not reach any other way.
When I reflect on all of those events, I think about everyone who made them possible. It takes the church family working together to make these things happen. Helen Keller once said, “Alone we can do so little. Together we can do so much.” This is one of the wonderful things about being a part of Christian community.
Thank you for what you have contributed to the church’s life and ministry, for helping us do far more together than we could do alone.
Blesssings,
Pastor Brady Johnston
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We received this message from a mom in the community on Sunday. We want to make sure everyone who helped this family sees this.
"I'm not sure who she was, if she is a member of your church or not, but I just had to write a message to y'all to tell you how incredibly thankful I am for the amazing people who helped run your Halloween trunk or treat today.
I lost my son, Liam, for what seemed to be a very long time but might've only been 5 minutes, and a few of the ladies handing out the candy bags along with some others, found him and brought me to him. I'll forever be grateful for those ladies.
We cut our time short after this, but we did enjoy everything yall had. If you know who they are, please tell them thank you again from me and my family." ~Heather
Thank you, church, for being the hands and feet of Jesus!
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Church members, please bring your stewardship pledge cards by this Sunday, November 6th. If you are unable to bring them on Sunday, you may bring them by the church office durning office hours, mail them to 800 S. Ninth St., Midlothian TX 76065 or complete an online pledge card by clicking here. Stewardship pledge cards help us plan for the budget as well as allow us to understand your talents and areas of interest so we can help you connect in meaningful ministry.
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This year, we will recognize All Saints Sunday on November 13th. As in year's past, we will allow everyone in service an opportunity to come to the altar to remember those who have passed over the previous year. Please send names of church members who have passed since November of 2021 to maryb@fumcmidlo.org, so we can make sure they are recognized on the All Saints slide and in the bulletin. | |
November 27th
You won't want to miss this opportunity to prepare yourself and your home for Advent, so mark your calendars! Advent is the season of preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Details are coming soon.
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Mark your calendars! John Piper and Brookshire's Pharmacy are offering a Flu Clinic at FUMC Sunday, November 13th from 12:30-4 PM in the FLC for those who have not yet received the Flu vaccination this fall. More details will be posted next week! | |
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Youth Friendsgiving
Youth, mark your calendars! We will have a FRIENDSGIVING meal and gathering on Wednesday, November 16th during our regular Youth Group time. All youth, 6th through 12th grade, are invited! More details coming soon.
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November's Next Steps class has been moved to the third Sunday, November 20th at 9:40 AM. You are invited to join our pastors to learn more about FUMC Midlothian and who we are beyond Sunday morning worship over a cup of coffee in the FLC! | |
Small Group Meetings will Continue through November 16th. If you have not attended a meeting, we encourage you to do so. Our goal is to present the information in a more conversation-friendly format. Each participant must be registered individually in order to meet and keep groups small. Please click here to see the dates and register or call the church office at 972-775-3993 and Mary Beth can sign you up for a meeting. | |
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October 12th-November 20th: 40 Days of Discernment
November 6th: Communion Sunday; Daylight Savings Ends
November 11th: Veteran's' Day
November 13th: All Saints Sunday; Flu Clinic; Town Hall Meeting
November 16th: Youth Friendsgiving
November 20th: Next Steps
November 24th: Thanksgiving
November 27th: Discover Advent, Advent Begins
Month of December: Sheep Trail
December 3rd: GGP in the Christmas Parade
December 11th: Christmas Cantata
December 14th: Christmas Caroling
December 19th: GGP/MISD Christmas Break Begins
December 24th: Christmas Eve Services
December 25th: Christmas Day
See weekly information below
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Godly Play Children's Worship gathers during 8:30 and 11 AM worship services throughout the school year. Elementary age children are invited to go with our Children's Ministry Team to worship together. Children are always welcome to stay with their parents throughout worship.
Sunday School Classes meet between worship services from 9:45-10:45 AM.
+Children's Sunday School, Sanctuary building
+Youth Sunday School, FLC upstairs
+Bill Theiss Fellowship Class, FLC 109
+Adult Bible Class, FLC 110
+Upper Room Class, FLC 201
+Open Door Class, FLC 107
+Servant's Hands, FLC 204
+New Horizons Class, FLC 203
Men's Monday Night Bible Study meets Monday nights from 7-8:30 PM in the Sanctuary Building Workroom. The study is coordinated by Don Garret.
Hand Bell rehearsals are every Monday evening from 6-7 PM in the choir room! Email Laurie Duke with questions.
Chancel Choir rehearsals are held in the choir room and led by Laurie Duke. All are welcome!
The choir is now rehearsing on Wednesday from 6-7:30 due to the Christmas Cantata. Normally it’s 6-7.
Pastor April's Bible Study, "Rediscovering Jonah", meets Wednesdays from 4:30-5:45 PM in the Sanctuary. Join anytime!
DivorceCare and DivorceCare4Kids meets each Wednesday from 6:30-8 PM in the FLC, rooms 201 & 203. Email Monica Wilson for more information.
Discipleship Groups meet at various times throughout the week. New groups can form at any time! For more information, please contact the church office.
God's Garden Preschool follows the MISD school calendar and is only open on MISD classroom days. GGP hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM, during the school year.
Next Steps is the second Sunday of each month in the FLC at 9:45. Meet with the pastors during the Sunday School hour to learn more about FUMC Midlothian.
The Guided Prayer Service is held the second Wednesday of each month at 6:33 PM in the Sanctuary.
Office hours are Monday through Thursday from 8 AM - 4 PM and Friday from 8 AM - 12 PM. Pastors are available for non-emergencies, Monday through Thursday during office hours. Please contact church staff during office hours.
Have you borrowed something from the church? Don't forget to return it. Please contact the church office to arrange the returning of larger items, such as chairs and tables. Thank you!
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November 6th
"The Invitation-
Asking, Seeking and Knocking"
Matthew 7:7-12
8:30 & 11 AM Traditional in the Sanctuary
11 AM Contemporary in the FLC
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Waypoints is a weekly devotional, written by our pastors to dig deeper into the current sermon/series. | |
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Children's Sunday School meets 9:45-10:35 AM in the sanctuary building.
Godly Play is Children's Worship released during all Sunday morning services.
Creation Kids Links:
Elementary Student's Remind
Early Childhood Remind
Stay connected in Creation Kids Children's Ministry! Follow us on our Facebook page, Creation Kids, and our Instagram page, @creationkidsfumcmidlo, to keep up with resources for connection. For more information, email Keelee Allen.
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Jr & Sr High Youth Sunday School meets 9:45-10:35 AM in the FLC.
Youth Group meets Wednesdays. We'll eat at 6 PM and gather at 6:30 PM.
Stay connected in FUMC Midlo Youth Ministries! Follow us on our Youth Facebook page, FUMC Midlo Youth (public) and our Instagram page, @fumcmidloyouth. Youth and Youth parents, join our private Facebook Group, FUMC Midlothian Youth. For Remind 101 for Youth, text @midloyouth to the number 81010. If you have any questions, please email the Youth Team.
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We offer Nursery and Early Childhood Care (infant through pre-k) during our Sunday morning worship services. Please email Keelee with any questions. For information regarding God's Garden Preschool, go to God's Garden. Thank you! | |
God's Garden Preschool (GGP) | |
Visit God's Garden online to learn more about our highly sought after, accredited preschool. We follow the MISD school calendar and are only open on MISD classroom days. GGP hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM, during the school year. | |
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Please send your prayer request to MaryBeth or Joy. If you want to join our Prayer/Card Ministry group, send your request to Joy. Not everyone sends cards, but you can pray, thus Prayer/Card Ministry.
New Prayer Requests:
Continuous Prayer:
Karen Wilson, George & Dee Culps, Don Lish, John Lowe
Military:*
ARMY - Matt Carroll, Tim Kruettner, Harold Barton, Josh Schenck, Austin Lockwood, Trey Ditto
NAVY - Matthew Price, Andrew Cantrell, Zachary Tucker, Thomas Shirley, Matthew Watford
AIR FORCE - J.D. Culps, Andrew Miller
MARINES - Josh Dunaway, Bradley Perez, Elizia Delapaa, Cash McAdoo
NATIONAL GUARD - Derek Boots
TEXAS ARMY NATIONAL GUARD - John Jackson
Dereck Vance
Remember in Prayer:
Our world, our country, our community leaders, all our military troops and first responders around the world, our church, our pastors, the staff, church members, visitors, and Midlothian community
*Our list of military members needs to be updated. Please take 20 seconds to update us with basic information for each person related/applicable to you by clicking MILITARY UPDATE.
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Thank You for Your Generosity | |
Thank you for your generosity! We continue to do great ministry as a church because of you and your faithfulness. We encourage you to continue giving to the church's ministry either by mailing in your financial gifts or giving online by clicking on the button below. Every gift helps us do greater things for God's Kingdom! | |
Office Hours: M-Th: 8 AM - 4 PM, F: 8 AM - 12 PM
Pastors are available for non-emergencies M-Th during office hours
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