First United Methodist Church of Gainesville
Friday, January 27, 2012
Open Hearts. Open Minds. Open Doors.
 

Welcome to First United Methodist Church of Gainesville!

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Pastors' Blog:                                            

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 Our Website is under construction. Event postings will be listed in this main page now and after completion. Informational pages may also contain current events. Thank you for your patience.

Weekly Church Events
Sundays
8:30 a.m.        Worship Service                                        
9:45 a.m.        Sunday School
10:45 a.m.      Worship Service                                                  
1:30 p.m.        Handbell Class                        
4:00 p.m.        Ring of Fire
4:30 p.m.        Revelation
5:00 p.m.        Jr. High UMYF
5:45 p.m.        All Youth Snack Supper
6:15 p.m.        Sr. High UMYF
 
                                                                                                                                
Wednesdays
10:00 a.m.       Luke Bible Study
3:30 p.m.         Children on Wednesday (COW)
4:15 p.m.         Jr. High UMYF
6:10 p.m.         Heritage Ringers
6:30 p.m.         Luke Bible Study
7:15 p.m.         Chancel Choir
 
***The Finance Committee meeting has been rescheduled to: Tuesday, January 24, at 5:30 p.m.***
  
   
Monthly Events
  
6:30 p.m.      Sarah Circle
Sarah Circle is a United Methodist Women's group. Sarah Circle meets in the evenings for those who work to have a time of fellowship. This group usually meets for dinner or a snack with a discussion time and is open to all women. Contact Andrea Byars for more information at 665-3926.
 
2nd Wednesdays
9a-3p            Agape Quilters
Apage (meaning: God's Love) Quilters is a group that seeks to provide an atmosphere to support the creative talents of First Church quilters, with prayer, as they reach out to church members who are in need of comfort from long-term recovery involving patient or family. You do not need to know how to quilt to be a part of this group. There are many processes to making a quilt that require no sewing skills. For more information or to donate materials and supplies to the group contact Towana Stafford at 612-2982.
 
3rd Mondays
10:30 a.m.     Mizpah Circle
Mizpah Circle is a United Methodist Woman's group. This group has planned programs and mission work during their meetings and usually enjoy a time of fellowship with a meal out, Dutch treat, after the meeting and is open to all women. Please contact the church office for more information at 665-3926.
 
Special Events
  
January 21     9a - 2:30p         A Day with Bishop Bledsoe
This event will be held at Stonebridge UMC in McKinney. All are invited to attend. The cost is $10 per person This will be a day of listening and conversation. The Bishop will answer questions that you may have. Please contact Pastor Don if you are interested in attending at 665-3926
January 27     11a - 1:30p       Habitat for Humanity Chili Lunch
Please support this annual fundraiser for a great cause if you are able.The event will be held at the Civic Center. Tickets are $8.00 each and take out is also available.
 
January 28     6:00 p.m.         Blue and Gold/Bridging Ceremonies
Cub Scout Pack #1653 will hold their annual banquet honoring and promoting the Cub Scouts. The congregation is invited to attend. A brisket meal will be served. Cost of the meal is: adults: $6.00, children under 12: $3.00, cub scout: FREE. Please contact Kim Bell if you plan to attend.
 
January 29     3-5:30p            District Leadership Training
The Northwest District is offering its annual training for local church leaders here at our church. The training is free and is a great way to learn about your responsibilities as a leader in the church. Workshops will be offered for Trustees, Finance Committee, SPRC, Sunday School and other areas. Please contact Pastor Don if you would like to attend or assist  with hospitality at 665-3926.
February 1     11:30 a.m.       Second Time Around Annual Volunteer Lunch
Volunteers from 2011 will be honored with a meal at Sarah's on the Square. Please place your name on the sign-up sheet at Second Time Around if you wish to attend.