First United Methodist Church

Spring Serve Day - April 28

10am Worship | Service Projects to Follow

GIRL POWER 2 CURE

DURING THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY PROMISELAND WILL BE CELEBRATING CARLY SPRINGHART’S GIRL POWER 2 CURE MISSION.

Carly’s sister, Brooklyn, has Rett Syndrome. Her mission is to grow hope for girls with Rett Syndrome by raising awareness of the disease and by raising money to go to Rett Syndrome research.

The Forum Class donated $200 of the $412 total.

Info: girlpower2cure.org

THIRD GRADERS’ BIBLE ADVENTURE

Congratulations to all of the Third Graders and their parents who completed the Learning to Use Your Bible class during the month of January!

We want to give a special thank you to the pastors who shared in leading the class: Rev. David Miller, Rev. Gary Rideout, Rev. Jayne Rideout and Rev. Michele Van Son.

JOIN US AND MAKE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC

ADULT MUSIC MINISTRY

Chancel Choir Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30pm
Jubilation Singers Wednesdays, 6:15-7:00pm
Grace Ensemble (ladies) Thursdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Women’s Chamber Choir Monthly, Wednesdays, 7:00-7:30pm IMPACT Singers, Grades 6-12 Sundays, 5:00-6:00 pm

CHILDREN’S MUSIC MINISTRY

Pre-K and Kindergarten Music Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30pm
Primary Choir, Grades 1-2 Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30pm
Elementary Choir, Grades 3-5 Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30pm

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC MINISTRY

Celebration Handbells Sunday, 6:00-7:00pm
Joyful Bells Mondays, 11:30am-12:30pm
Children’s Handchimes Wednesdays, 6:00-6:30pm
Church Orchestra (senior high through adult) – monthly, to be announced

For Information contact Michael Roberts, Director of Music Ministries at michaelr@fumcwp.org

YOUR BOOKS ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN COSTA RICA

Thanks to all who donated books for Costa Rican English students. They will be reading them for enjoyment and to improve their English skills, which will give them an edge as they move forward into jobs or higher education.

“Tell all the people at your church that we really appreciate what they are doing for us. It’s so good to know that people like you think of us and keep helping us.” commented their teacher.

It’s clear that the students and their teacher appreciate not only the books but our moral support. The students attend the school on one-year scholarships after finishing high school. Improving their English is an important goal during this time.

Members of the church who go on mission trips to Los Chiles, Costa Rica for Agua Viva Serves have an opportunity to work in class with students and practice English conversation. The books you donated have made a difference!

Wednesday Night Dinner (Thanksgiving Edition)

Register Here

We invite you to join us for a special Wednesday night occasion.

It’s not very often we get to share in such a memorable time. Let’s do it together like never before!

Invite some of your friends and help make this a wonderful gathering.

November 18, 2015

On the menu:

Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole and Sweet Potato Casserole!

For more info Click Here for the registration link.

The cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children (10 and under) and $6 for seniors (65 and older).
Payment will be received at the door, check or cash.

Please make a reservation here if you will be attending.

Advent

The four weeks before Christmas mark the season of Advent, Latin for the word “coming”. We are preparing to celebrate the arrival of God himself, in the form of Jesus Christ!

These weeks are filled with church services, concerts, parties, cleaning and decorating – exciting, but tiring, too! We must be intentional about our focus: are we waiting expectantly, giving generously, and preparing spiritually?

Our church offers so many ways to experience Christ doing each of those. Be intentional in your choices this season! Visit our church website for a list of opportunities. You can start HERE. More will be added as time moves on.

Ruth Circle Rummage

The Ruth Circle Rummage Sale was a huge success. Blessings to the congregation and staff for your fabulous donations, help and cooperation. We raised a bundle (over $5000) for local missions, such as Coalition for the Homeless, Florida United Methodist Children’s Home, South Street Ministries. Thank you everyone!

Parking Ministry

The first impression members and visitors have of our church is in the parking lot! We have a vibrant, proactive, enthusiastic and welcoming team of volunteers manning the lot each Sunday. Did you know there are over 300 other spaces to park close to our church? Check out the map for alternative parking.

Elevate: Middle School Retreat

elevateLast week, our middle schoolers enjoyed a beautiful day at Wekiva Springs and explored God’s creation on the Middle School Retreat for 2015. A team of parents also came along and everyone swam, hiked and relaxed. The Middle School Retreat serves as an opportunity for our students to develop community while also taking a break from the daly routine.

For more information on Elevate Student Ministries…

Elevate4.us

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Kinfolk: CO-WORKING/SHARED SPACE

Did you know our church has a co-working/shared space in the room above the parlor? The idea started with a dream a few years ago from a group of young adults in our church family.

Designed for those who work from home, remotely or freelance, or for students who might need a place to work/study.

A place within the church that fosters community during the longest period of one’s day – work!

Many proposals, fundraising and furniture-building ensued, until this past Monday when a celebration was held to commemorate the grand opening of our own Co-Working/Shared Space! We invite you to join our co-working community! To become a member, please contact:

Jon Tschanz at jont@fumcwp.org

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