The people of the
First United Methodist Church
welcome you in God's love!
Our hearts, our minds,
and our doors are open to you ...
Coming Attractions
Sunday, February 12 Kay Zibby, United Methodist Children's Home
United Methodist Women Sunday
Wednesday, February 22 Ash Wednesday/Lenten Dinners begin, through
March 28.
Study: Adam Hamilton's "Final Words of Christ"
Sunday, February 26 Cluster Lenten services begin, through April 1, at
West Salem Trinity UMC, Mt. Vernon
March 11: First UMC Worship & Refreshments
Sunday, March 11 "Pure Joy" Youth Choir, from First UMC, Garland, Tx
Daylight Savings Time begins
Sunday, April 1 Palm Sunday/Choir Cantata with Chamber Orchestra
Sunday, April 8 Easter
Thursday, April 22 Walk to Emmaus begins (Men)
Thursday, May 3 Walk to Emmaus begins (Women)
Disciple Bible Study
Taught in the home of Larry and Annelle Ruemmler, this is the second in a series of lessons through which we will delve into God's Holy Word. Come for dinner at 6:30 pm ($5 donation) or join us at 7:00 pm for the lesson. James: Mercy Triumphs
New Bible Study Begins – January 19th
You are invited to grow closer to God through this in-depth study of the book of James.
Topics in this study include: joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer.
There are 5 levels of involvement to this study – you choose your level. Level 1 – attend the video sessions; Level 2 – do the weekly homework sessions; Level 3 – hand write the book of James; Level 4 – read the Next Level articles, written by Melissa Moore Fitzpatrick and Level 5 – memorize the book of James.
Join facilitator Mary Goins in the Zadok Casey Room – Thursdays at 10am to 11:30am – January 19th through March 8th. Child care is available.
Pioneers
February 22, 2012
President’s Day Celebration
Lunch -12:00 Noon, Bryan Dycus Hall
Abe Lincoln (AKA Jerry Crisel) will be the program.
Are you 55 or retired?
Pioneers is a Senior Fellowship group that meets monthly.
Lunch starts at 12:00, Noon, and is followed by a short program.
Please call the church office if you need transportation.
