Advent: November 29, 2018
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This advent we invite you to join us as we zoom in on the life and faithfulness of Jesus' stepfather, Joseph. Join us as we reflect on his role in helping the world receive the greatest gift of all.
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Want to go deeper during Pastor Kevin's Advent sermon series?
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You can pick up a copy of Adam Hamilton's book
Faithful: Christmas Through the Eyes of Joseph
from the breezeway or coffeeshop for a reduced price of $10.
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Sermon Podcasts Now Available
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Since se
veral have requested podcast versions of Sunday messages, we now have some sermons
available on our website
and also in the
iTunes Store
. Simply search for "Kevin Baker Sermons" to to subscribe or click the picture.
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Christmas Eve @ FUMCG
4PM
Family Christmas Worship in Stafford Hall
11PM
Candlelight Communion in Sanctuary
Plan now to join us with your whole family!
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29th Annual Festival of Carols
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Sunday, December 16
Graham Presbyterian Church
7pm
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First Sunday of every month at 7AM in the T.J. Whitehead Classroom. Join us this coming Sunday for breakfast, food, fellowship, and a short biblical meditation by Pastor Kevin.
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Children's Ministry Family Movie Event & Mission Project
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On
Sunday, December 9 from 4-6pm
we will be showing the animated movie,
"The Star" in Goley Chapel (room 102) for children up through 5th grade and their families.
FREE popcorn will be served!!!
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Families are encouraged to bring a comfy chair or blanket to sit on and non-perishable food items so we can "FILL THE MANGER" for the local food pantry.
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After the movie, families will be invited to take a star off of the Christmas tree. Each star includes a name of a homebound church member and suggested ways to share the love of Jesus with him/her this Advent season.
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Tuesday, December 4
11:30am
Stafford Hall
Lunch catered by Occasions ($10)
Entertainment by The Directors Trio
(No Game Day in December)
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Annual Christmas Banquet
Thursday, December 13
6pm H
ors d'oeuvres
6:30pm Dinner
$13.50/ticket
Entertainment: A cappella choir from Graham High School
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Christmas Lights at Twin Lakes
Ride the church bus to see Christmas lights! Meet in Albright Ave. parking lot Sunday, December 2 @ 4pm
Refreshments served afterwards at 3724 Luther Ct.
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New Short-term Small Group During Advent.
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On
Sunday, December 2,
join Pat Morgan for a 5- week small-group video series on Adam Hamilton's study,
Faithful: Christmas Through the Eyes of Joseph.
The small group will meet during the Discipleship hour (Sunday School) in room 134.
It is for anyone who worships at the 9am or 11am service.
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Check out our new
MY CHURCH portion of our website for documents, policies, and membership info all in one place! Use link at the bottom of all our website pages or
click here.
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You no longer have to be in the library to check out our collection! If you have a library barcode, click the button and take a look around!
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Christmas Party December 16
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Join us on December 16th at our regular time (5-6:30pm) for a Youth Christmas Party! Bring a gag gift (under $5), wear a silly Holiday outfit, & enjoy some seasonal food and treats!
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Youth Lock-In January 11-12
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Start off the year right and attend this Lock-in to remember! We will be hanging out from 8pm - 8am, Friday Night / Morning on January 11-12. Activities include: Midnight Bowling, Arcade, Pool, Late night food, Games after Dark (surprise games), a Movie & Ice cream Social on our 12-feet wide screen, and more!
Breakfast is at 7:15am before pick-up.
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Pastor's Discretionary Fund This Sunday
At this time of year, needs are especially acute, and requests for financial assistance are frequent. Please consider contributing as you go up to communion on Sunday. There will be special collection baskets at the front for this purpose.
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In this season of giving, please prayerfully consider giving to FUMCG to help further the mission and ministry of our church.
"You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous in every way. Such generosity produces thanksgiving to God through us."
~ 2 Cor. 9:11
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Hands and Feet Tree
Please give! Children's-sized socks, mittens, and gloves.
Hang on Christmas tree in Stafford Hall. Sponsored by New Horizons Sunday School class
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Poinsettias
Poinsettias will decorate both of our worship spaces Dec. 16-24. These flowers may be purchased for $6 apiece in honor or in memory of loved ones. Forms for ordering poinsettias will be in bulletins December 2 and December 9 and may also be found in the church office or downloaded by clicking the button. Deadline for ordering is noon on December 10.
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UMW
Mission Focus
for
NOVEMBER
Women's Shelter
Needs:
- toilet paper
- wipes
- individually wrapped snacks
- ChapStick
Bring donations to the church office (Rm. 113) or give directly to
Jeanne Owen.
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Church Secretary's Office Facelift - Seeking Donations
A donor is making a significant contribution to jump start this project. We are seeking additional contributions to enable us to complete the renovations. Our goal is to collect the funds by January 15. If you'd like to help, make out your check to FUMC and write "Church Sec. Office Facelift" on the memo line. Any size contribution is appreciated. Contact
Ray Dorsett
if you have any questions.
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Honor Cards for Sale
10 each before and after traditional service Sanctuary Breezeway.
100% of your gift will go to UMCOR to benefit victims of Hurricanes Florence and Michael.
These make wonderful Christmas gifts!
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Our Faithfulness Sunday, November 25
Worship:
236 /
Live Streaming:
35;
Tithes and Offerings
: $6,147.00
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"We give, not because the church needs it and not because it pays the bills, though both may be true. We give to become more like the giving God who created us in his own image."
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