-- Week of June 23, 2021 -- |
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This Sunday, join us as we conclude the sermon series A New Spirit, where we see how the Holy Spirit transforms people into disciples of Christ. This week, we will be studying the conversion of Lydia, a successful businesswoman who sold purple goods (Acts 16:11-15). The scripture tells us that she heard Paul speak, and through the Holy Spirit, the Lord opened her heart to heed. We are excited to share Lydia's transformation of faith!
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Worship with us in-person or online
- 8:30 AM Traditional in Sanctuary (Rev. Payne)
- 9:45 AM Sunday School
- 9:45 AM Bilingual in Founders Chapel (Pastor Lopez-Valcarcel)
- 11:00 AM Contemporary in the Sanctuary (Rev. Palma)
- 11:00 AM Traditional in Founders Chapel (Rev. Payne)
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"A New Spirit" Bible Study
Tuesdays at 6:30 PM in June (June 8 - 29) | Founders Chapel
Beginning on June 8, join Rev. Grant Palma and Rev. Carly Payne on Tuesday nights in June for a "New Spirit" Bible Study in Founders Chapel. We invite you to read the book of Acts during the month of June by reading a chapter a day. We will be discussing the scripture from Sunday's worship service during the Bible study. We look forward to seeing you there! Please email Monica Lackey([email protected]) if childcare is needed.
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Latvia "Fun"raising Meal
June 28 | 5:30 PM | FLC Tunnel
Our next “Fun”raising Meal benefitting the Latvia Village will take place on June 28, from 5:30-6:30 PM outside of the Family Life Center tunnel. Reservations required. A 4 serving meal for $40 or $20 for a 2 serving meal. Proceeds benefit the Latvia Village.
Menu:
Latvian meatballs in a mushroom cream sauce, buttered noodles, salad and dessert.
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Feed Our Kids Big Week
July 5 - 9
Feed Our Kids Big Week is on July 5 through July 9. We need your help to pack lunches for the children of the Grapevine / Colleyville ISD area. We will make 850 lunches each day in the Family Life Center and deliver them to 6 sites. Feed Our Kids is a summer lunch program designed to serve those children who are on free lunch during the school year. All ages are welcome to volunteer.
We are also feeding the kids of Grapevine Village the weeks of July 12-16, 19-23, and 26-30, 11:00 AM—1:00 PM. Help is needed on site and off site. If you have a love for feeding children, please contact Sue ([email protected]) and she will plug you in!
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Independence Day
July 4 | 8:30 AM & 11 AM Traditional, Contemporary & Bilingual Combined | FLC
Join us for worship on Sunday, July 4. We will have an 8:30 AM Traditional Service in the Sanctuary and a combined Bilingual, Traditional and Contemporary 11 AM service in the Sanctuary. At 11 AM, prior to the beginning of worship, we will sing the Star-Spangled Banner and after worship, you are invited to stay for a Salute to the Armed Forces.
At 9:45 AM, we will celebrate with music, games, and a continental breakfast in the Family Life Center. We hope to see you there! The church office will be closed on Monday, July 5 in observation of the holiday.
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Carter Care Blood Drive
July 11 | 9:30 AM - 1:15 PM | FLC
Our next Blood Drive is coming up on Sunday, July 11 and we need your donation as there is a critical shortage! The drive will be held in our Family Life Center from 9:30 AM – 1:15 PM. You may make your appointment online now or contact Miriam Ward (817-488-1650, [email protected]). Appointments are made in 20 minute increments, beginning at 9:30. This QR Code will take you directly to the sign-up page, and you can select a time to donate!
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Youth Summer Mission Trip
July 11 - 16
We are SO happy to be back with a summer mission trip that will take place July 11-16. This will be a local mission trip in the Grapevine Village for all youth, consisting of service projects each day followed by fellowship activities each night. The cost per youth is $200.
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Family Swim
Wednesdays | 2:30 - 4:30 PM | Pleasant Glade Pool
This summer, the City of Grapevine is, once again, offering Grapevine Village free Wednesday Family swim from 2:30-4:30 at Pleasant Glade Pool, 1805 Hall Johnson Road, Grapevine. The kids look forward to swimming all year long!
We do not have an operating church van, so transportation is not available. Parents or Guardians will be responsible for transportation at this time.
Volunteers are needed to serve the children in our community. A church representative should be present each Wednesday. If you will help, please e-mail Sue at [email protected].
What is expected of you? Just greet the parents and kids, offer snacks (provided) and enjoy yourself! Bring your kids and grandkids. Wear your sunscreen, hat and flip flops. Never hesitate to do a cannon ball off the high board, let your inner kid come out!
Thank you for considering representing our church in this fun, easy mission.
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Youth Activity Schedule
Sunday School
The Youth will meet in the HUB at 9:45 AM on Sunday mornings for an hour of Sunday school.
Connect
On Sunday evenings from 6:00- 8:00 PM, the Youth will meet in the FLC for dinner and games (bring your own dinner) and finish the night off in Founders Chapel with worship and small groups.
Reconnect
On Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:30 PM, the Youth will meet in the HUB for a midweek check-in and fellowship. Feel free to bring your own dinner to enjoy at the beginning. If you would like to host Reconnect in your home one week, sign up below.
Youth Banquet
The annual Youth banquet will take place on Sunday, June 27 from 6:00- 9:00 PM in Founders Chapel. Youth will gather to reflect on the past year, celebrate the seniors, and kick off the summer. If you plan on attending, please RSVP no later than June 20th.
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Very Best Summer 2021
July 26 - 29 | 9 AM - 12 Noon
Your child is invited to come take a journey this summer like never before to the North Castle, a magical place hidden in a frozen land. Under orders from the King, these valiant knights will head out on a quest in search of the King’s Armor. But the armor isn’t what they think it is.
Your child will take a moment to explore the Old and New Testament of the King's Book, where they will discover different pieces of protective armor—the Belt of Truth, the Breastplate of Justice, the Shoes of Peace, the Shield of Faith, and the Helmet of Salvation—at work in the lives of familiar Bible characters, and explore how that armor works in their own lives as they follow and serve God.
Don’t miss a chance to come take up the gauntlet this summer and accept the challenge to “armor up” and be strong by remaining with God and sharing God’s love in a world that needs it more than ever. Registration is now open. *There is limited space this year. |
To register your child for Sports Camp immediately following VBS, on Monday, July 26 - Thursday, July 29, follow this link and scroll to the First UMC Grapevine listing: http://www.triumphsports.com
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Tween Club Swim Party
July 29 | 1 PM - 3 PM
Celebrate the completion of VBS with a Tween Club Swim Party! The Tweens are invited to a fun swim party celebration on July 29 from 1 PM - 3 PM. Bring your swim gear, sunscreen and get ready for the fun. We will celebrate July Birthdays. Pizza and drinks will be served. Location TBD.
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First Grapevine's New Senior Pastor: Rev. Mike Ramsdell |
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We are excited to announce that the Central Texas Conference will appoint Rev. Mike Ramsdell as the next Senior Pastor of First Grapevine, effective August 1, 2021. Rev. Ramsdell served as Senior Pastor at First UMC Mansfield for 21 years. He grew their church attendance from an average of 375 to 2,650. He has mentored and coached Associate Pastors and staff members and has a reputation as being a steady, calm influence. In 2016, he answered a call to serve as District Superintendent (DS) of the North District Conference of the Texas UMC. He was DS for one year and then, most recently, Executive Director of the Center for Evangelism, Mission, and Church Growth. Rev. Ramsdell is married to his wife, Rhonda, enjoys running, and loves spending time with his children and grandchildren. Please be in prayer for Rev. Ramsdell as he prepares to lead our church.
For a message from Bishop Lowry regarding this appointment and others, see:
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Travis has had several good days while he continues to undergo chemo and radiation treatments. Please continue to lift Travis and his family in prayer. You can find the latest update through the CaringBridge site created for Rev. Franklin below.
Visit Travis's Site:
Site Name:
travisfranklin
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We extend Christian condolences to:
- Jenn Hood and her family on the recent loss of her brother.
- Russ Logan and his family on the recent loss of his wife, Carolee, on June 21.
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Altar flowers are beautiful flower arrangements that grace our altar on Sunday mornings. Would you like to bless our congregation with the beauty of flowers? Arrangements cost $50 for Founders Chapel and $60 for the Sanctuary, plus a delivery fee. Devin's Designs (florist) will either bill you or charge your credit card. The deadline to order an arrangement for the upcoming Sunday is on Tuesday. Questions? Contact the church office at 817-481-2559 or visit FirstGrapevine.org/flowers
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Last Week's Numbers & Gifts |
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Online Worship: 429
In-person Worship: 275
Sunday School: 103
YTD Baptisms: 4
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Gifts have been given to the Endowment Fund in memory of Inez Howe by:
- Kim & Ed Crater
- Zona & Jim Peterson
A gift has been given to the Endowment Fund in memory of Terry Rosentreter by Trudy & Allan Hughes.
A gift has been given to Kenya Missionaries in memory of Inez Howe by Trudy & Allan Hughes.
A gift has been given to Feed Our Kids in memory of Inez Howe by Cathy & Craig Morris.
A gift has been given to the Endowment fund by Zona & Jim Peterson.
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Memorial Butterfly Garden
In 2007, Holton, the son of Kathy and Shawn Spradley, and grandson of David and Darlene Florence died as a result of S.I.D.S. In Holton’s memory, a memorial butterfly garden was created behind the Family Life Center. Within the garden are flowers that attract butterflies and a beautiful statue of a little boy holding an airplane, donated by Theresa Agler. Suzi Guckel tends to the garden. If you have any questions or would like to help tend to the garden, please contact Suzi ([email protected]).
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A Day of Prayer for First Grapevine |
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Tween Club: Mission and Train Ride |
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Farewell...Not Goodbye!
Rev. Ishmael Mathiu has completed his studies at SMU Perkins School of Theology and has completed 9 months of his OPT (Optional Practical Training) at Oasis Global United Methodist Mission in Dallas. He has been offered and has accepted an appointment at Lake Ann United Methodist Church, Lake Ann, Michigan. We honored Ishmael and his family with a Farewell Dinner on Friday, June 18. The moving van came on Saturday and the family left Monday, the 21st.
The Mathiu family wants First Grapevine to know that they will always consider us their parent church. They are so grateful for all First Grapevine has done to help them throughout their journey. They have made lifelong relationships and wish God’s blessings for us. We are grateful for each of them and wish Ishmael, Mercy, Mattathias, & Joy safe travels and a joyful experience in Lake Ann!
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Caring Voices Ministry
Members of the Chancel choir traveled to Keller, TX to share God's love musically with Rev. Travis Franklin and his family. The repertoire consisted of his favorites and traditional hymns. All were blessed. Caring Voices is a recent music ministry to share compassion through music for those who are homebound. Questions or requests, please contact Jason Chavarria ( [email protected]). |
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First Grapevine Thrift Shop
The Thrift Shop is now open to the public. The Thrift Shop is located at 1619 W. Northwest Hwy, Grapevine, TX 76051. Questions? Call the church office at 817-481-2559 or email [email protected].
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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We are so excited to start ramping up our ministries and missional activities. This is just a friendly reminder that we have some procedures to make your ministry or missional events successful. Our Media and Communication Guide lists deadlines for e-news, updates to the website, ministry spotlights, videos, and more. The First Grapevine Brand Identity Standard document will help to ensure that your marketing materials are in line with the church's brand standards. If you have an upcoming event, be sure to let us know by filling out the Room Request form on our website ( FirstGrapevine.org/roomrequest) or by entering it into ServiceU so that our staff can help make your event possible. We couldn't do church without you. Thank you for helping others experience and share God's love! |
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First Grapevine, A United Methodist Church
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