First United Methodist Church of Naples
Sunday Service 10:15 am
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New Member Sunday
6th Sunday after the Epiphany
February 16, 2020
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Life & Faith Lesson
Rev. Nancy Mayeux
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Come and See
When Jesus began to call his disciples, it was a gentle but impactful life-changing call. John the Baptist was standing there talking with two of his students as Jesus walked by. He’d already been baptized by John, and John said, “That’s the one, but I’m not worthy enough to even tie his sandals.” The curious disciples began to follow Jesus, who turned to ask, “What are you looking for?” They answered, “We thought we’d see where you’re staying.” It was as if to say, “We don’t have anything better to do, so we’re wondering what you are doing.” Jesus then invites them: “Come and See” and their lives change forever! They hang out with Jesus all day because he is interesting, but they have no clue what is coming - that they will end up leaving behind their nets, boats, homes, friends, work and families.
God also asks us, “What are you looking for?” Deep down inside, we are searching for something to believe in and hold onto, something important enough to live for and big enough to be passionate about. We look for challenge and purpose in life. We are basically looking for God! There is a God-shaped hole in our lives that only God can fill – no matter how hard we search. When Jesus says to us, “Come and See,” it’s an invitation to explore, travel and discover without knowing exactly where we are going, but in getting a glimpse of God, we can see what it means to hope, believe and follow. If we look for God, we will find that God is also looking for us, offering us life! Come Sunday to think about how you are responding to that call, “Come and See!”
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Last Week’s Sermon & Music
Did you miss worship last week? Click on the link below to view the video of last week's sermon
Packing for the Journey
based on
Philippians 4:6-8.
You may also listen to our Offertory Music from last week.
Just click on the boxes below.
Enjoy!
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Urgent Prayer Requests
Margaret Lofgren; Belle Corwin; Tim Vincent; Marlys Walker; Sheila Strenkert; Stephanie Dallas; Jess Rynders; Amy Van Tol; Tom Queen; Noah Nance; Richard Tempelman; Chlorita Butterfield; Chris LeBraun; Bill Burkett; Shawn Black; De Provancal; Andrew Mohler; Heather Pratt Mohler; Gina Zoldak; and Diane Brackett-Smith;
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.
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Altar Flowers this Sunday will be placed by...
David Brennan
In celebration of Dottie's birthday
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Come Join One of Our Adult Sunday School Groups -
9:00 am
Soul Sisters
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(For women)
Meets in the parlor in the church admin building, for Scripture study and discussion of the relevance of God’s Word in our daily walk of faith. All women are welcome to join.
Fellowship Group:
(Men and women)
Meets in the Front Office Conference Room: Men and Women are both welcome. This study group prepares you for the week to come, with inspiration through God’s word.
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Come Early and Join Us for Coffee, Refreshments and Fellowship!
Located
in our courtyard before and after Sunday worship!
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OFFICE HOURS
Mon-Thurs: 9:00am-2:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-12 Noon
Front Office Volunteers Needed!
We need people to answer the phone and greet visitors, mornings or afternoons. Call the church office if you can help one day per week!
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This Sunday is New Member Sunday!
We will be welcoming our new members to FUMC and our faith family. Please make them feel at home and introduce yourself to them. We are so happy to have them all here!
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Brunch Bunch Group Meets this Sunday, February 16th!
All are welcome! Get to know our FUMC family and join us for our next Brunch Bunch after Sunday worship, at Ridgway Restaurant, 1300 3rd Street S. If you’re interested in joining us in the future, please sign-up in the narthex or email Lori Martin at ljmartin-77@hotmail.com. This will help us have an accurate headcount for our reservations. We look forward to this time of fellowship together and we will see you all very soon!
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CPR & First Aid Training - Feb. 20th
Want to learn how to save the life of your spouse, child, grandchild or neighbor?
On Thursday, February 20th, we are having a CPR & First Aid Training Class. (Adult and children CPR). This starts at 4 pm and will be located in Classroom 103. This is open to everyone who would like to attend. The cost is $60 for the class and certification card you will receive. Please sign-up in the narthex or call the church office, to reserve your place in the class.
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Wesley Youth Ministry is Launching 678 Nights!
These are monthly Friday night gatherings just for students in 6th through 8th grade. Our first gathering will be on February 28, 6:00-8:00 pm at Coral Cay Adventure Golf. If you have a child or grandchild in 6
th
-8
th
grade, please invite them to join us!
Do you have a passion for volunteering with youth? We are looking for volunteer chaperones to make these nights a success. If you’re interested, please contact Vanessa Fletcher at the church office or email her at
discipleship@fumcnaples.org
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We Had a Blast at our Wesley Kids Valentine's Day Party!
We spoke about God's everlasting love and played a fun game referencing being wrapped in God's love (toilet paper). We also made Valentine's Day crafts, shared a delicious meal and enjoyed this wonderful time together. We love our Wesley Kids!
We love because he first loved us. 1 John 4:19
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Annual Valentine's Day Dinner and Auction at FUMC
Thank you to Pam Kennedy and the rest of our wonderful team for making our Annual Valentine's Day Dinner & Auction a hit!
We had so much fun, had an amazing catered dinner from Frisco's and enjoyed our time with new and old friends. Thank you to everyone who came and supported this fundraiser!
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Classic Chamber Concerts at FUMC!
Thank you
to all the volunteers who helped and ushered at the wonderful concert our church hosted last week. We engaged with many newcomers to our church who experienced our love and hospitality. We’ll need more help for upcoming concerts on the evenings of
Feb 24 and April 6
. Volunteers receive
complimentary
tickets! If you just want to come watch the two quartets who will play on Feb 24
th
, our congregation receives discounted tickets ($20 instead of $60). You can volunteer or buy tickets at the table in the church lobby on Sunday or from the church office during office hours. Ask for Vanessa Fletcher. For more information about the concerts, please visit
www.naplesccc.org
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What a JOY it is to Have our MDS Children and Families Join Us!
We enjoyed our Methodist Day School children's beautiful music performance last Sunday and all the fellowship that took place after worship. Thank you to our incredible Hospitality Team and Jeff Nowak for preparing a delicious brunch for all of us!
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Happy Valentine's Day from our Methodist Day School!
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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
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday 9 am - 2 pm
Friday 9 am - 12 pm
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