October A United Methodist Community INSIDE THIS ISSUE SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE

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October 2016 John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement in 18 th century England, is famously quoted as having written: I am not afraid that the people called Methodists should ever cease to

And this undoubtedly will be the case unless they hold fast both the doctrine, spirit, and discipline with which they first set out.

some, especially in the Western Jurisdiction of the denomination, from the doctrine, spirit, and discipline which is foundational for all Wesleyan Christians.

1 October 2016 John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement in 18 th century England, is famously quoted as having written: I am not afraid that the people called Methodists should ever cease to exist either in Europe or America. But I am afraid lest they should only exist as a dead sect, having the form of religion without the power. And this undoubtedly will be the case unless they hold fast both the doctrine, spirit, and discipline with which they first set out. John Wesley, Thoughts Upon Methodism, (1786) This quote has become something of a rallying cry for those of us orthodox, evangelical United Methodists who have witnessed the steady drifting away of some, especially in the Western Jurisdiction of the denomination, from the doctrine, spirit, and discipline which is foundational for all Wesleyan Christians. The formation of the New Room Conference, just completed in Franklin, Tennessee, and the new Wesleyan Covenant Association (WCA) to be formed this month in Chicago are signs of life for traditional Wesleyan United Methodists, hopeful that the denomination can return to its biblical roots and halt its drifting and decline. Five members of The Fount family (see article elsewhere) are flying to Chicago in order to support and help shape the WCA, as it lends strength to this effort. Now is NOT the time to leave. Now is the time to, as Wesley wrote, hold fast. Because the vast majority of United Methodists worldwide are orthodox and evangelical, the denomination will find a way to either embrace its orthodoxy (and lovingly allow those unwilling to embrace it to leave), or it will find a way to divide so that there is a return to authentic Wesleyan Christian practice and discipline. My hope is that we will be able to put the controversies and disobedience behind us and move forward, faithful to our doctrine, spirit, and discipline, to truly reach the world for Jesus Christ, who is the only One who can transform the world! I ask for your prayers. Faithfully, Pastor Glen A United Methodist Community INSIDE THIS ISSUE Welcome New Bishop... 2 Update From Church Council... 2 Voting Day Assistance... 3 Messy Church... 3 Wesleyan Covenant Assoc October Meeting Schedule Men s Retreat... 5 Toiletry Items for BCIS... 5 Preschool News... 6 Scout Rain Cutter Regatta... 7 Prayer Requests... 7 Birthdays... 8 SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE 9:00 am Classes 10:15 am Awakening Hymn Sing 10:30 am English Service & La Cima Service 10:50 am Children & Youth Sunday School

The South District will host a welcome to our new Bishop, Grant Hagiya, on October 2nd.

He has space in his car for 3 others who would also like to attend.

DATE: October 2, 2016 TIME: 3:00 5:00 pm LOCATION: San Diego First UMC 2111 Camino del Rio S

The data below is September 2016 year to date. Actual Envelope Giving Through Sept.

2 The South District will host a welcome to our new Bishop, Grant Hagiya, on October 2nd. The details of this event are listed below. Pastor Glen plans to attend and is driving down. He has space in his car for 3 others who would also like to attend. Please contact him directly if you would like to travel down with him. DATE: October 2, 2016 TIME: 3:00 5:00 pm LOCATION: San Diego First UMC 2111 Camino del Rio S San Diego, CA PHONE: (619) Listed below is the financial data for The Fount. The data below is September 2016 year to date. Actual Envelope Giving Through Sept. $204,505 Actual Loose Plate Giving Through Sept. 3,343 Budgeted Envelope Giving Through Sept. $204,912 Budgeted Loose Plate Giving Through Sept. 2,700 Page 2 - The Source

The Fount is looking for a volunteer to coordinate our outreach program on voting day.

The coordinator does not have to be on campus all day but should be available if those volunteering need assistance or have questions. Our second Messy Church will be on Friday October 21st.

It is a space for all people, young and old, to use their hands and minds to experience God and the church in an unconventional way.

3 The Fount is looking for a volunteer to coordinate our outreach program on voting day. This person will need to ensure there are enough volunteers throughout the day to man the tables and to assist with putting out food and/or drinks for the voters. The coordinator does not have to be on campus all day but should be available if those volunteering need assistance or have questions. Our second Messy Church will be on Friday October 21st. (Please see the details below.) Those in attendance at our first Messy Church had a great time come and see what you missed out on the last time! Messy Church is for all people, not just kids. It is a space for all people, young and old, to use their hands and minds to experience God and the church in an unconventional way. Enjoy a friendly dinner together before joining in exploring our faith through art, music and experiments. The main dish will be provided please bring a side dish to share. WHAT: Messy Church art, experiments, music and dinner together. WHEN: October 21st TIME: 6:00-8:00pm WHERE: The Fount (The Multi Purpose Room & the Sanctuary) WHO: All People. Bring the kids, grand kids, neighbor kids or no kids at all. Page 3 - The Source

In a growing awareness that big change is coming to the UMC, five people will be flying to Chicago to attend the October 7 th inaugural conference of the Wesleyan Covenant Association

The five who will represent The Fount at the event are: George Mulak, Karl Baumgardner, Ric Seaver, Lety Seaver and Pastor Glen Haworth. Please pray for our attendees.

faithful future. Please pray for these Fount members and guidance for the WCA. Let them hear God s word during this association meeting and as they return to their individual churches.

4 In a growing awareness that big change is coming to the UMC, five people will be flying to Chicago to attend the October 7 th inaugural conference of the Wesleyan Covenant Association (WCA, The Church Council approved support for the trip, deriving funds from special gifts from Church Council members. The five who will represent The Fount at the event are: George Mulak, Karl Baumgardner, Ric Seaver, Lety Seaver and Pastor Glen Haworth. Please pray for our attendees. And pray for the WCA conference (for which over 1600 people have registered), that God will guide and empower these orthodox, evangelical United Methodists to lead the denomination into a faithful future. Please pray for these Fount members and guidance for the WCA. Let them hear God s word during this association meeting and as they return to their individual churches. Page 4 - The Source UMM Breakfast October 1 7:30 am Physical Resources Team Mtg. October 9 12:15 pm Messy Church Committee Mtg. October 9 12:15 pm Preschool Board Meeting October 18 6:00 pm Nurture Team October 23 12:15 pm Men s Retreat October 29 9:00 am

This year, the Men s Retreat will be held on Saturday, October 29 th on the campus of

The one-day retreat s theme will be Fishing For Men and will be led by Pastor Glen.

All men of the church (and their neighbors and friends) are welcome, but space is

It will be a fun day of deep fellowship, learning, and growing deeper in love with

Do you want to know the men of the church better, come to the Men s Retreat on October

Alice Harvey was a long-time volunteer at Beach Cities Interfaith Services (formerly

5 This year, the Men s Retreat will be held on Saturday, October 29 th on the campus of Newport Center UMC in Corona Del Mar. The one-day retreat s theme will be Fishing For Men and will be led by Pastor Glen. A catered lunch will be included in the registration of $20. All men of the church (and their neighbors and friends) are welcome, but space is limited. It will be a fun day of deep fellowship, learning, and growing deeper in love with Jesus! Do you want to know the men of the church better, come to the Men s Retreat on October 29 th! UMW is requesting that you collect toiletries for The Alice Project. Alice Harvey was a long-time volunteer at Beach Cities Interfaith Services (formerly ESA) and we honor her memory yearly with this project. The UMW s goal is to collect enough items to fill 100 bags. They will be scheduling a date in the future to fill the bags. BCIS is in need of: socks, combs, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, washcloths, deodorant, razors, and trial sizes of shampoo and conditioner. Page 5 - The Source

October will be a busy month at the Preschool! They began their annual fundraiser (cookie sale) September 26 th.

The fundraiser ends on October 13 th with delivery of orders the week of November 16 th.

Your support of this fundraiser is always appreciated and all the proceeds go directly back to the school and classrooms.

6 October will be a busy month at the Preschool! They began their annual fundraiser (cookie sale) September 26 th. You can place your order after service Sunday mornings or by seeing Pat in the church office. The fundraiser ends on October 13 th with delivery of orders the week of November 16 th. The preschool will also accept monetary donations if you do not wish to purchase any of the products being offered. Your support of this fundraiser is always appreciated and all the proceeds go directly back to the school and classrooms. Their annual Back to School night is scheduled for Tuesday, October 4th from 5:30 6:30 pm. All are invited to come and check out the preschool and meet our outstanding teachers and staff. The preschool s annual Trunk or Treat event will be held on Monday, October 31 st at 11:25 am in the back parking lot of the church. Come and see the children dressed up and enjoying this event! Page 6 - The Source

The scouts will be hosting a rain gutter regatta on the front lawn of our campus on Sunday, October 9 th beginning at

You are invited stay and watch the setup and regatta or return at 1:00 pm to watch the boys and their regatta.

Mary Slank, John DeRuiter, Alice (Anson) Llanos, Bill Speicher, Dominic Laffoon, as well several

7 The scouts will be hosting a rain gutter regatta on the front lawn of our campus on Sunday, October 9 th beginning at 1:00 pm. Setup begins at 12:00 noon on Sunday. You are invited stay and watch the setup and regatta or return at 1:00 pm to watch the boys and their regatta. We have received requests for prayer for the following people: Pastor Anthony Boger, Li Garvin, Myra McConnell, Ed and Mary Slank, John DeRuiter, Alice (Anson) Llanos, Bill Speicher, Dominic Laffoon, as well several friends/family/coworkers of many of our church family members. Please also pray for our church, those serving in the armed forces, our church staff, the preschool staff and the small groups worshiping at The Fount. Page 7 - The Source

3 Lela Satterfield 3 Jacques Laffoon 16 Jeanne Smith 20

Street Fountain Valley, CA 9208 Phone: 714-962-2593 Fax:

church Website: http.://thefount.church Facebook.

Church Twitter: @TheFount_Church The ministers of our

8 3 Lela Satterfield 3 Jacques Laffoon 16 Jeanne Smith 20 Vicki Mulak 26 Karen Olson 30 Eaar Oden Bushard Street Fountain Valley, CA 9208 Phone: Fax: Text: office@thefount.church Website: http.://thefount.church Facebook.com/ TheFount.Church The ministers of our church are its members. They are assisted by: Rev. Glen Haworth Lead Pastor Rev. Al Ramirez La Cima Pastor Jonathan Kupper Worship and Music Ric Seaver Family & Children Coleen Kaae FVUM Preschool Dir. Pat Stoaks Administrative Assist. Page 8 - The Source

October A United Methodist Community INSIDE THIS ISSUE SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE

October A United Methodist Community INSIDE THIS ISSUE SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE October 2017 We were all affected by the recent death of Dominic Laffoon, one of our own, just 18 years old, recently became an Eagle Scout, beloved by all. The shock of it, its suddenness, and the over-whelming