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NEWSLETTER
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Adult Ministry
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| Fall Bible Studies:
"Disciple 1 - Becoming Disciples through Bible Study"
34-week study of the Bible - Genesis through Revelations
Open to all adults
$32.00 per participant
Times and Dates:
Sept. 9, 2010 - May 26, 2011
6:30 - 8:30 PM
Facilitator: Alan George
Disciple 1 Bible study will be held on Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:00 pm. beginning September 9th. The last session will be held on May 26th. The following dates will be skipped due to the school schedule for '10-'11 school year: Nov. 25, Dec. 23 and 30, March 17. This is how we will schedule the study until the group meets and makes decisions based upon their needs.
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"Here and Now... There and Then"
Beth Moore Bible study on Revelations - 11 sessions
Open to all women
$10:00 per participant
Times and Dates:
Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 PM,beginning September 7th
Wednesdays9:30-11:00 AM, beginning September 8th
Coordinator: Phyllis Fife
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"Study of Galatians"
8-week study
Open to all adults
Location: Youth Center
No cost
Time and Dates:
Mondays 6:30-7:30 PM,beginning September 13th
Tuesdays10:00-11:00 AM, beginning September 14th
Instructor: Robert Herzig
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Men's Ministry
Serving Christ by Serving You
Free service for those in need - mowing, edging, tree trimming, cleaning, oil change, painting, etc. If you are interested in serving in this ministry, are in need of assistance, or know someone in need, please call the church office at 817-645-6392 or Brett Edmiston 817-319-1301.
United Methodist Men
UMM meets at 7:45 am for breakfast fellowship ($4.00 donation) on the second Saturday of each month. Each breakfast has a short devotional/inspirational message. It is also a time for planning fund raisers for various ministries. Some upcoming UMM projects may include a "Laity Day" hamburger lunch to raise money for Resurrection UMC and a day of baking cookies for the Kairos Prison Ministry. All the men of the church and their sons are welcome.
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Senior Adult Ministry
Monthly Fellowship
The senior adults meet every THIRD Thursday in the Youth Center for Games and a Covered-dish Lunch. Games and fun begins at 10:00; Lunch is served around 11:30. Come be part of the fun and fellowship - And of course, the delicious food!!
This month is our Annual Senior Adult LUAU! Mark your calendar for Thursday, August 19 at 11:30 a.m. and get your Hawaiian shirts and muu-muus ready! We need your registration and $5 turned in by Sunday, August 15 to Helen Herron or Colleen Rorick. Don't miss this exciting annual event! Aloha!
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"The Promise at Glen Rose"
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Spend an evening under the beautiful autumn evening sky with us at the Texas Amphitheatre in Glen Rose and experience the birth, life, works, death, resurrection and triumphant ascension of Jesus Christ.
Based on Scripture and incorporating the music of award-winning contemporary Christian artists, the Promise brings a modern touch to the most amazing story ever told. Audiences experience a smiling, approachable Jesus who reaches out to people and changes lives. With its sweeping musical score, live animals, and a cast and crew of more than 150 dedicated Christian artists, THE PROMISE is truly the experience of a lifetime.
Price is $45.00 per person with seating in the DD and BB areas (to eliminate stairs) and includes a Pre-Show Ground Sirloin Dinner with all the trimmings,entertainment, motor coach and admission. GUEST ARE WELCOME -- INVITE A FRIEND!
Contact Helen Herron, Colleen Rorick or Bessie Abbott to reserve your seat NO LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 1.
Cost for The Promise: $45 per person
The bus will leave the church parking lot at 5:30 and return home between 11:00 PM and midnight. Contact Helen Herron, Colleen Rorick or Bessie Abbott to reserve your seat BY SEPTEMBER 1st.
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Special Note: Women's Event Postponed
The September 11th Jennifer Strickland event, "Men, Mirrors, and Magazines", has been postponed due to a schedule conflict with the Cleburne Business and Outdoor Expo. This event will be rescheduled for a future date.
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Children's Ministry
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Back to School Supplies Project ENDS August 8th
Our annual Back to School Supplies Outreach Mission Project is coming to a close this coming Sunday, Many more basic school supply items are needed to fill our baskets and boxes Some of the items needed are: Notebook paper, pencils, pens, map colors, erasers, notebooks, folders, 3 ring binders, backpacks, markers,highlighters, rulers, scissors, calculators, construction paper.
Our school supplies, along with many other Johnson County agencies, will be distributed through the newly formed Johnson County Apples Program on Saturday, August 14 at Wheat Middle School. Those in need of supplies for their children must have made applications through Operation Blessing of Johnson County or Salvation Army.
WE ARE IN NEED OF FUMC VOLUNTEERS TO HELP WITH THE DISTRIBUTION OF SUPPLIES ON SATURDAY, AUGUST14. IF YOU CAN HELP FOR A COUPLE OF HOURS ARE ALL DAY,PLEASE LET ALAN KNOW BY TUESDAY, AUGUST 10.
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NEW Sunday School Rotation
"ARMOR OF GOD"
Prepares Children for School AND Everyday Life Situations
Beginning August 8th thru the 29th, children can prepare each Sunday for this school year by studying about the strength provided by "The Armor of God".
The four classes offered will be:
"The Helmet of Salvation"
"Breastplate, Belt, & Shield"
"Good News Shoes"
"The Sword of the Spirit"
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UPWARD FLAG FOOTBALL
The final opportunity to sign-up for Upward Flag Football for this fall is this Saturday, August 7th at FUMC Youth Center from 9 am -- 4pm
The cost is $75 per person. (Scholarships are still available.)
UPWARD Coach Training Sessions
Mon. August 9th -- 7pm
Sat. August 14th --9:30 am
TUESDAY, AUGUST 10TH
Founder of Upward, Caz McCaslin
Guest Speaker -- 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Supper Provided in Family Center
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
FREE CHILDREN'S MINISTRY KICK-OFF LUNCHEON
for all Parents &Children Toddlers thru 5th Grade
SUNDAY, AUGUST 29 -- Noon to 1
FUMC Family Center
Great Food - Fellowship - Prizes
FOCUS on the R.O.C.K.
(Raising Our Church Kids)
Stay on your child's team, even when it appears to be a losing team. You'll have the rest of your life to enjoy mutual fellowship if you don't overreact in frustration now.
"When the Holy Spirit controls our lives he will produce ...patience." Galatians 5: 22a
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Music Ministry
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The Music and Worship Arts Ministries of FUMC, Cleburne,invites you to become a part of this exciting ministry. The Traditional/Blended Music Ministries focus on Christ-centered music, fellowship, friendship and most importantly the sharing of the gospel of Christ through music in worship and special musical events. It is our hope that everyone who participates in the music ministries program is challenged to grow in Christ and to experience God's unconditional love through the love of music that we all share.
Bells of Praise
Rehearsals begin tonight, August 4th at 6:30pm in the music room. We have some NEW and exciting music to enhance our Sunday morning worship. Anyone interested, please come.
August 18th is the Handbell Retreat in the music room 6:30-8:30. Food will be provided at 6pm for the ringers. Choir rehearsal will be canceled due to the Handbell Retreat.
Sanctuary Choir
Rehearsals begin tonight - August 4th - in the Sanctuary at 7:30 p.m.
We have all levels of singers, from professionals on the stage to professionals in the shower! We have a place for you.
August 21st will be our First Annual Choir Retreat here at the church.Singing, fun, and FOOD! Current members and prospective members are invited! It will be from 9-2pm. R.S.V.P to Thomas at thomas@fumccleburne.com or call the office 645-6392 ext. 111.
Youth Orchestra
If you play an instrument and would like to play in worship for special occasions, please call or email Thomas.
Youth Handbells
There will be a sign-up September 12th in the Narthex or email Thomas for more information.
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