Defining Our Individual Cross
Scripture: Matthew 16:24-25
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A GREAT DAY IN THE KINGDOM
How do you identify yourself? Identity is defined by the fact of who or what a person is. Men and women share their identities in a variety of ways. Most of the time, if someone is male and retired...
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9th, 10:00 - 3:00pm
AUMC’s Lord’s Acre, benefiting Missions, is fast approaching and we need YOUR HELP to make it a success. There are several volunteer needs with a variety of time slots available, both indoor and outdoor options, and options for those with any physical limitations. There is a spot for everyone. Please use the following link to sign up. https://bit.ly/aumc-lordsacre2021
Signing up on online is preferable however, paper signups will be available at the church beginning September 12th. (Please do not hesitate to contact Sara Reed at sdeereed@yahoo.com or 817-723-4409 with any questions or concerns.)
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The LORD'S ACRE COUNTRY KITCHEN offers an excellent opportunity to participate.
We are looking forward to offering our shoppers a wide variety of food products, so please pull out your favorite recipes and think about what you’d like to make. Cookies, pies, breads, cakes, and cupcakes do extremely well, and recipes to the product are always welcome. Frozen casseroles ready to bake at home are also needed.
A sign-up sheet is available in the narthex. We truly appreciate your willingness to participate – not only in the making but also the purchasing of the products!
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Lynne McCartney Thank you!
THANK YOU for giving your time and energy to help Aledo United Methodist Church raise funds for our amazing mission programs!
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YOUNG ADULT WHEELCHAIR RAMP BUILD
Saturday 18th, 7:30am till done
This project is intended for all Young Adults, but all are welcome to help and teach our Young Adults. We are going to build a handicap ramp for a man with physical difficulties and has problems getting in and out of his house. Come and be a gift; it is an awesome feeling.
We will meet at the church at 7:30am and caravan to the job site in Springtown.
If you are able to give one day to help another in need please sign up.
There is fun, fellowship with others, and some hard work, but there is nothing better to recharge your heart batteries than helping those in need.
All are welcome. Please bring a screw gun or other wood working tools that you may have.
Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I said, "Here am I Lord. Send me!" Isaiah 6:8
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YOUNG AT HEART
Sunday, September 19th, Noon, Fellowship Hall
WELCOME ALL WHO ARE YOUNG AT HEART!
Grab a friend, bring a potluck dish, and come for fun and fellowship!
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The chapel is scheduled for a facelift AND the trustees want your opinion! Several paint samples are on the wall with additional small swatches. A sign-up sheet is on the wall. Stop by Sunday to vote for your favorite color! |
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ADVENT CHOIR STARTING
Christmas is coming and you are invited to join the Aledo Advent Choir! Singers of all levels are encouraged to participate, and no prior singing experience is required. Singing in the choir is a great and fun way to glorify God.
Questions? Email Mason Cress. Come join the Aledo Choir family this Advent season!
The kickoff rehearsal will be Saturday, September 18th from 12:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Regular rehearsals start Wednesday September 22nd from 7:00 p.m.- 7:45 p.m.
The dress rehearsal will be Saturday, December 18th, 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
The Advent service will be Sunday, December 19th
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Sunday, September 26th, 5:00pm, Sanctuary
Children’s Choir is a fun and enriching activity. Children 1st through 6th grade are invited to join us for our first rehearsal. Your children will learn to sing along to great Christian songs written for children. For further questions, please contact Teresa Chisum or Mason Cress. |
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ONE DAY WOMEN'S RETREAT
Save the date - Saturday, October 23 - for a one day retreat with guest presenter Christie Robbins. More info to come!
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SCHOOL PRAYER MINISTRY
The new school year is here! Let's support our local school with prayer. Sign up to pray for a school each week for one month, either in person or by proxy. To pray for the month of October, stop by the Connection Center to sign up for your school.
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BIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES |
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MEN'S DEVOTIONAL BREAKFAST
Mondays, 7:30am, Chapel
Pastor Joel will be sharing a short devotional with this group. Burritos and coffee will be served. This is an opportunity to meet new people and decompress. The goal is for those not retired, to get back on the road by 8:15, at the latest. A donation of $5 is asked to cover the cost.
UPCOMING TOPICS:
20 September---Psalm 119:9, Walking in the word
27 September---James 1:1-3, Facing Trials
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A HOUSE DIVIDED
Tuesdays, 10:00-11:30am, Chapel
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PASTOR'S BIBLE STUDIES
Wednesdays
IN THE AM - 9:30am, Chapel
IN THE PM - 6:00pm, Gathering Room
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JAVA & JESUS
Thursdays, 10:00-11:30am, Gathering Room
Java & Jesus is a gathering for "busy moms" - and grammas! No outside reading required. Nursery childcare is provided! Please email Trudy Smith if you have questions, or if you plan to attend with kiddos, so we have plenty of nursery workers.
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We have several church members who are no longer able to drive to church. Would you be willing to help a senior church member get to and from worship on Sunday morning? Please sign up at the Connection Center or contact Trudy Smith for more information.
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WHEN YOU'RE AT THE STORE NEXT ... |
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If you would like to help feed our neighbors, we are currently short of the following items:
- Vienna Sausages
- Canned Corn Beef
- Tuna Helper
Please be sure to check the expiration dates. Donations can be placed in the marked bin in the Narthex. Thank you for your faithfulness in feeding our hungry friends.
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In your times of prayer throughout the week,
please remember the people named below.
Concerns: Brian and Mindy Poitevent’s nephew Jackson; Abigail Ford’s grandmother; Rod Larson; Cindy Mayfield’s brother Robert and sister Kitty; Doris Clark’s brother Dennis and nephew James; Amy Kehrt; Shannon Reynold’s mother Anita Sparks; Bill Burt; Lilly Hefner; Lynnda Burroughs
Special members who are unable to worship with us: Jim and Pat Glenn; Geneyne Clark; Mattie Graham; Stella Lee; Bobbie Wooten; jody Young; LouAnn Doss; Sandra Dean; Beverly Choat; Ken Fisher
Sympathies: Carrie Hester and family on the death of her father Fritz Ballenger
Joys: Noel and Jill Bell on the birth of granddaughter Violet Marie
Long-term prayer concerns: Deana McMullen’s mother Joyce Bush; Robin Boomer’s nephew Wayne Taylor; Carrie Hester; Robby Reed; Mary Mock’s sister Doris Russell; Stella Lee’s daughter Sherroll Shirley; Susan Morey; DeeAnn Day’s mother Lou Ann Pate; Gavin Trietsch; Jeremy Hartle; Steve and Paula Moore; Our Country and All Military Personnel
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SUNDAY
9am - Contemporary HUB Service (in-person)
11am - Sanctuary Service (in-person)
6pm - Students@The Quad
WEDNESDAY
6pm - Children's JAM (Jesus and Me) - Chapel
6pm - Area 56 - Chapel
6pm - Students@The Quad
6pm - Pastor's Bible Study
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