January 22nd Newsletter

Happy Anniversary!

- Pastor's Post -

We are excited to celebrate the 2nd Anniversary of our Feed the Need Ministry. Years ago, First United Methodist Church had “Lunch with Neighbors” on Thursdays. This downtown ministry was shut down by the city.

At a United Methodist Men’s meeting, some of the men were reminiscing about that vital ministry. John Karlik asked what was stopping them from beginning a new ministry. John talked to then Pastor Patricia Warden, who connected him to Pastor Steve Chae of the Jesus Hope and Love Mission Center, located in downtown Killeen.

John remembered a ministry in Waco called, Feed the Need; and decided this was an appropriate name for our new ministry. Feed the Need officially launched Feb. 4, 2023. John, his wife, Melony, and Pastor Chae made a sack meal of fifty sandwiches and snacks. They came back empty-handed and were happy to have provided food for those in need.

Since then, the ministry has grown to several servers, who are now feeding a hot meal AND a take home sack lunch to 80-100 downtown friends. Last year, the group served OVER 2,000 meals!!! The United Methodist Men have been instrumental in providing wholesome meals to those in need. Our Women in Faith Circle groups have also provided much needed support. Sunday school classes also pitch in. FlintRock Builders has been instrumental in providing supplies. Faithful members find themselves each 1^st and 3^rd Saturday, on the side of the “OLD HEB” in downtown Killeen.

Members talk, laugh, and share fellowship, while offering much needed nourishment to old and new friends. Our Gideons have Bibles available for giveaway. The group often has other ministry items available for anyone who wants to pick them up.

In the summer, we provide our friends with T-shirts, shoes, and socks. In the winter, YOUR donations of coats/jackets, hats, gloves, shirts, shoes, socks, and blankets help keep our downtown friends warm.

We celebrated with John as he received a well-deserved award from the Daniel Stark team in 2024.

John says this has been a group effort from the very beginning. He would like to say, “THANK YOU” to the members and friends of First Untied Methodist Church, Killeen for being the hands and feet of Jesus. You have given your aid in countless ways: by serving, by donations of varying kinds, by praying for the workers and the meal recipients. WE WOULD NOT BE CELEBRATING THIS ANNIVERSARY WITHOUT YOUR HELP!!!!

- Our previous newsletter -

Membership Additions

In our reporting of new members last newsletter, the following were left out: Brandon & Danika Gann (and their children), and Jesse & Tanya Nichols (and their children). Please accept our apology.

- Inclement Weather -

Due to the expected inclement weather, there will be no activities at church on Saturday, January 24th and Sunday, January 25th.

Please note the funeral for Richard Surface has also been postponed till March 14th, at 2:00 pm, at First Baptist Church, Killeen.

Information about the Church Council Meeting will be forthcoming.

- Laity Training -

Laity Training Day

All Committee Chairpersons and committee members are EXPECTED to attend. Chairpersons please note, this training takes the place of the previously scheduled training on January 31st. January 31st is now off the church calendar. Committee chairs and members are invited to come to the church and attend the webinar as a group, in the Fellowship Hall. Committee breakout groups will be in designated offices.

Laity Training Day is a FREE virtual training designed for those serving on Staff Parish Relations Committee, Finance, Trustees, Nominations, Church Council, Administrative Council, Leadership Council, Lay Leadership, or Lay Servant Ministries, as well as anyone interested in understanding how these boards and leadership roles support the work of the church.

Participants will hear from our Co-Conference Lay Leaders and Bishop Ruben Saenz Jr., and will have the opportunity to attend breakout sessions focused on specific boards or leadership areas, so you can return to your church informed, confident, and equipped.

- Care Ministry -

The current GriefShare Session began on January 14th. Those interested in joining may contact Trudy Horridge (512) 293-5453 for more information.

- Pledge Cards -

The deadline for pledge cards has been extended to January 25th. If you have yet to fill out your card, you can pick up a physical form from the church office or fill it out online at https://form.jotform.com/92824132994161.

- Attendance Book -

Please register your attendance in the Attendance Registration Log each week. This helps us to report church attendance and participation in church functions to the annual conference. Accurate reporting is important.

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- Join Our CDC Team -

Our Licensed Christian Child Development Center (CDC) is hiring full and part-time teachers and teacher aides that love working with children. Requirements are:

High School diploma or GED
CPR & First Aid Certification
2 years’ experience working in a licensed childcare center
Must be professional, a team player, dependable and have reliable transportation.

Please send your cover letter and resume to: juanita.sims@fumc-killeen.org or bring it to the CDC, 3501 E. Elms Road, Killeen, TX 76542 and complete an application in person.

- "Fun" Raisers -

The Tote Bag "Fun" Raiser is dedicated to general funds.

The above Tote Bags are now on sale for $10!

- Opportunities at FUMC - Killeen -

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Below is a list of highlighted events for the upcoming week. Items in italics indicate off-site events. Click on the link above to view the full church calendar.

Sunday, January 25

All Church Activities Cancelled Due To Inclement Weather

Monday, January 26

8:30 AM | Frisch Park Workday

Tuesday, January 27

9:30 AM | Mary Ruth Circle Meeting - Book Study

10:00 AM | Dominos/42 Group

10:30 AM | Quilting Circle

10:30 AM | United Women in Faith Leaders Meeting

5:30 P.M. | Abigail Circle Meeting

Wednesday, January 28

10:30 AM | Morning Bible Study with Ken Smith

7:00 PM | Chancel Choir Practice

Thursday, January 29

Friday, January 30

8:30 AM | Frisch Park Workday

Saturday, January 31

Sunday, February 1 Communion Sunday

8:00 AM & 11:00 AM | Worship

9:30 AM | Adult Sunday School Classes & Emmaus Prayer Group

9:30 AM | Guiding Young Minds (GYM) Sunday School Class

9:30 AM | Children's Sunday School Class

11:00 AM | “Kids Korner” Group

2:00 PM | HTC Zoom Training for Finance, Trustees, & SPRC members

4:00 PM | Youth Group Meeting

Save the Date

- February Altar Rail -

Aldersgate Enrichment Center

- February Food Pantry -

Baby Food/Formula

- Community & Outreach -

- Acolytes Needed -

If you have a child or youth who is willing to serve as an Acolyte, please let Jan Rainwater know (on any Sunday).

- VBS Volunteers -

We are looking for volunteers for VBS this summer! A Sign-Up Sheet will be available in the Welcome Center.

- Upcoming Birthdays -

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