Our Newest Staff Members

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1 Our Newest Staff Members REV. MICHAEL MATTOX September 2015 Join us in welcoming two wonderful new staff members at First United Methodist of Hot Springs! We are very grateful that these two wonderful people are joining our staff in Welcome to Mr. Timothy Tucker, Director of Music Ministries. Tim began his ministry here at FUMC Hot Springs on August 1st and leads our traditional music endeavors as well as serving as director of handbell choirs and overseeing the children s music department where our own Kelly Lovelady continues to work part-time. He will also be working with our youth in music and worship leadership, assisting the volunteers in Worship Arts as well as assisting Mike Lovelady who works regularly with Worship Arts. Tim comes to FUMCHS from Philander Smith College in Little Rock, where he has been the Chair of the Music Department and Associate Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities for the past 13 years. He graduated cum laude from the University of North Texas in 1989 and received his M.M in Vocal Performance in Tim is married to Coleen Wood, a registered nurse and they have one son, Aiden, who is in middle school. A big welcome as well to our new Director of Youth Ministries, Liz Robinson! Liz began her ministry here at FUMC Hot Springs on August 24th. She will be leading our congregation s ministries with youth, grades Liz comes to us from a large mega-church in West Little Rock, St. James United Methodist Church, where she has been the Director of Middle School Ministries and Associate Youth Director for the past 7 years. She has worked with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children) in Northwest Arkansas as well as with Kaleidoscope Kids in Little Rock. She has a keen interest in youth mission work, especially OMP (Ozark Mission Project). She received her BS degree in Speech Communication from UCA in Conway, Arkansas in She is married to Trip Robinson, who works with Sysco Foods and they have two children, Lilly & Fisher, who are in elementary school. In This Issue p. 2 Walking with the Miles p. 4 New Fall Bible Studies p. 5 W.A.K & CLUB 45

2 ON TSunday, September 6 Unity Service 10:45 a.m. Christian Life Center MISS! Thursday, September 17 Dinner & Movie Night 4:30 p.m. Holy Grounds Cafe Sunday, September 27 Centennial Fish Fry 4:30 p.m. Christian Life Center Centennial Fish Fry Come join us Sunday, September 27th for the Annual Church Fish Fry in the Cupp Hall of our Christian Life Center, 4:30 6:00 p.m. This is a well-loved event sponsored by the Family Life and Worship Usher Teams! Donations will be gratefully accepted to defer the cost of the food. Those with last names ending in A-K are encouraged to bring desserts (L-Z get to bring desserts for the Thanksgiving Dinner November 18). Walking with the Miles Weekend Few families in Arkansas have had greater impact on Methodism than the Miles family. With almost a half-century of dedicated service to the church, John Miles retired from the pulpit of the largest UMC congregation in Arkansas twenty years ago and at that time, two of his children had already been serving the church in pastoral leadership for more than a decade! Rev. John P. Miles, II is presently serving as senior pastor at Jonesboro First United Methodist Church here in Arkansas and Rev. Dr. Rebekah Miles is the Professor of Ethics and Practical Theology and Director, Graduate Program in Religious Studies at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. The Miles family grew up in Hot Springs and call First United Methodist home. The Invitational Evangelism Committee invites you to a 2-day event in early October called Walking With the Miles: A Family Affair. The festivities begin on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at 5:00 pm. The weekend continues the next day on Sunday, October 4, when all three pastors will be in leadership in all three worship services. Rev. Beka Miles will be our guest preacher at the traditional services in the historic sanctuary at 8:15 and 10:45 am. Rev. John Miles will be our guest preacher at the Connexion service at 10:45 in the CLC. The day will conclude with a Roast and Toast of Rev. John Miles at 5:00 pm with dinner. You won t want to miss any of these great events. Please join us! Bereavement Committee Recipes Our Bereavement Committee appreciates all those who help and cherish the faithfulness our church members have shown to our church and to the families of our congregation. They will be publishing recipes that members have prepared for the family meals and receptions each month. Bernard Cluck s Best Ever Cookies 1 c. butter (2 sticks) 1 c. sugar 1 c. brown sugar 1 egg 1 c. oil 1 c. oats 1 c. Rice Krispies 1/2 c. coconut 3/4 c. chopped nuts (I use pecans) 3 1/2 c. flour 1 tsp. soda 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. vanilla Cream butter and sugars. Add egg and oil. Mix oats, Rice Krispies, coconut and nuts in a separate bowl. Mix flour, baking soda, and salt together; add to the butter mixture. Add oats, etc. Add vanilla. CHILL. Shape into balls. Flatten and bake on an ungreased cookie sheet at 350 degrees for 8 to 15 minutes. 2 The Messenger

3 Outreach Ministries CANDY POIRIER Senior Saints Dinner and a Movie will be Thursday, September 17. We will see Guilt Trip with Barbara Streisand and Seth Rogen (comedy). Enjoy dinner before the movie in the Shelton Room at 4:30 p.m. and then the movie at 5:00 p.m. in the movie room King Dave s Rave of the children s wing. The cost is $5 for all you can eat dinner and popcorn! Call Candy to reserve a spot at (501) ext XYZ Picnic will bethursday, September 10 at the Family Park off Airport Road. Join us for XYZ s Annual Picnic (one week early because of scheduling) for hamburgers and all the fixin s! We will meet at the park at 11:30 a.m. and enjoy fun and great fellowship. All are welcome to come and kick off the year with some great fun. Grand Jete Russian Dance Ensemble Set your calendars for an entertaining evening of dance on January 3, 2016 with the Russian dance ensemble Grand Jete in the Christian Life Center. They were here 3 years ago and will be returning again with their Christmas program. The ensemble is made up of students from Russia traveling in the United States sponsored by Peacework. They put on an entertaining and beautifully costumed show. We will be hosting this event and will have dinner for them after the performance and breakfast the next morning here at the church. Camp Tanako has graciously said we can use their facilities to house the group of about 35 for the night. We are asking for your help in donating sheets, blankets, and pillows that are clean and new or gently used for them to use. Afterwards we would like to keep these donations to give to people in need as they come to the Open Arms Food Pantry. Ongoing Collections include can tabs for the Ronald McDonald House, box tops for Langston Elementary, Campbell s Soup labels for Langston Elementary, and plastic bags for the Open Arms Food Pantry. Please leave at the Welcome Center of the Christian Life Center. UMW Report The fall meeting of the Southwest District United Methodist Women will be on September 19 at First United Methodist Church in Texarkana, Arkansas. The Pleasant Hill Quilters from Pleasant Hill, Texas will be with us to present a dramatic program about the Underground Railroad and how quilts were used to help slaves in the quest for freedom. Today, the Pleasant Hill Quilters bring the Underground Railroad back to life and help us understand how this historic signal system led many to safety and freedom. Please make plans to come to the Southwest District United Methodist Women Fall Meeting and see this unforgettable presentation! Contact Gail Elsea at (501) for more information on attending. Young adult women of the church are invited to an organizational meeting for the purpose of forming a new United Methodist Women s Circle at FUMC. Seasoned and new UMW members will share information about he mission of UMW as well as the fellowship and support members recieve from each other. The meeting will be on Wednesday, September 23 at 5:00 p.m. in the Holy Grounds Cafe in the CLC. For more information about UMW and the meeting, contact UMW President Ann Lowerre at (501) or New Legacy Circle member Judy Mattox at (501) SERMON SCHEDULE Sunday, September 6 Unity Service (10:45) Rev. Zach Roberts Sunday, September 13 Traditions (8:15, 10:45) District Superintendent Rodney Steele Sunday, September 20 Traditions (8:15, 10:45) Rev. Michael Mattox Sunday, September 27 Traditions (8:15, 10:45) Rev. Michael Mattox ConneXion (10:45) Rev. Teresa Holt ConneXion (10:45) Rev. Zach Roberts ConneXion (10:45) Rev. Zach Roberts The Messenger 3

4 Music Ministry TIMOTHY TUCKER Calling All Singers! Music has always been a vital part of Methodism starting with John and Charles Wesley. In the past few weeks, I have heard some marvelous singing from the congregations in both traditional services. So if you have the desire, why not move up to the choir loft and join us in praising God through song? It doesn t matter which service you attend, we can use more singers. If you are interested, please Tim Tucker at ttucker329@att.net. Calling All Ringers! It is time to dust off the bells and get to ringing for God again! If you are interested in joining the bell choir ministry, we will be having an interest meeting on Wednesday, September 2, at 5:30, in the Choir Room. I hope to see many of you. If you cannot make the meeting but you are interested, please send an to ttucker329@att.net. New Fall Studies REV. TERESA HOLT To register online go to click adults then small group Bible studies. For questions or more information, contact Teresa Holt, at , ext. 116 or tholt@fumchs.com. Come join us on Sunday mornings for a six week Simple Study about the Bible - no expectations or Bible knowledge required. Animate- Bible is a refreshing new take on what the Bible is, how it came to be, and how we read it today. The small group will meet for seven weeks including a get to know you brunch starting Sunday, September 13, 9:30 a.m., in Christian Life Center. Nothing required but to show up! Allen Bedell and Candy Poirier, Facilitators. Covenant is an in-depth group Bible Study that centers on our relationships with God, with each other, and with the world. It differs from other Bible studies in that it emphasizes the biblical concept of Covenant the enduring commitment between God and people as a unifying pattern throughout the entire Bible. It underscores the unique relationship that God chooses with us as God s people. The 24-week study covers the whole Bible by moving between the Old and New Testaments discussing books from each in a way that shows the interconnectedness of scripture as a whole. Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. September 9th, Orientation, CLC 201. Other days and times are possible, just let us know if you are interested! Teresa Holt or Ted DeWeese facilitator. Spiritual Direction Groups are an opportunity to practice and grow deeper in your relationship with God through a very small group with personal sharing and individual and corporate practice. Quiet prayer and ancient practices will be the focus of the first 7 weeks, and the last 10 weeks will focus on daily discerning God s direction for your life. The groups are limited to 6-8 participants per group. Alternative times and groups may be considered if desired. Women: Mondays 1st Session Sept 14 Oct 26 and 2nd Session Jan 4 March 7, 10:00 11:00 a.m., OR Wednesdays, 1st Session Sept 9 Oct 2 and 2nd Session Jan 6 March 9, 11:45 12:45 p.m., CLC 204. A MEN S GROUP HAS JUST BEEN ADDED: Sundays, September 13 October 25, 5:30 6:30 p.m., CLC 204. Steve Burns, Facilitator. In this study on the biblical roles and responsibilities of a man, Dr. James Dobson shares timeless wisdom you can use as a husband and father. A deeper understanding of God s perspective on manhood will help you provide stability and leadership in your home. Sundays, November 14, 23rd, December 5th, 12th, 6:00 p.m., CLC 215. Susan Bean, Facilitator. Everyone has unique goodbyes times of losing someone or something that has given life meaning and value. This study gives wisdom through these experiences of leaving behind and moving on and the spirituality of change. Joyce Rudd, the author, says that We may be harshly bruised by life s farewells, but it is possible to be healed. We can become whole again. I believe that if we are willing to move inside the heart of the experience, to live patiently through the process even as we acknowledge the difficult, painful emotions, we can experience the wonder of spiritual growth and the marvel of the new depths of faith in our relationship with God and with each other. Wednesdays, October 7-28, 5:30 6:30 p.m., CLC 201. Kate Shaffer and Carolyn Elias, Facilitators. Are you yearning for a deeper more committed walk with Jesus? Would you like to grow in your faith in a way that includes both grace and holy living? John Wesley lived nearly 300 years ago, but the Christianity he taught and practiced still captures our hearts and imaginations in the 21st century. Edgy, challenging, revolutionary, and rewarding, Wesleyan Christianity rings true to modern ears. It s a faith that makes a difference. Sundays, August 23rd October 18th, 9:30 10:30 a.m., CLC The Messenger

5 Blessing of the Animals Mark your calendars! This year s Blessing of the Animals will be on Sunday, October 4, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. on the front lawn (or in the breezeway if it s raining). All types of pets are welcome! PRAY WITH US Children s Ministries MICHELLE WILKINS W.A.K. for 1st through 3rd grade and CLUB 45 for 4th and 5th grade runs during the school year from September 9th through April 27th on Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30pm. Each Wednesday we pick up students from Lakeside Primary, Lakeside Intermediate, Lakeside Middle School and Park Elementary. 1st-3rd grade will participate in Bible Stories, games, and crafts and will be served a light snack each Wednesday. Father God, let your Holy Spirit touch our church and stir in the heart s of our church to pray as never before and send revival, show us your glory, say to us all, Behold Your God! (2 Chronicles 7:14) IN OUR PRAYERS 4th and 5th grades will be in our CLUB 45 PROGRAM! They will have small group time, devotionals, snacks and game time each week. We transport all 1st-5th graders from school to our church and then parents can either pick them First Methodist in the Christian Life Center Pratt Street at 5:30pm, OR they can opt to stay for our FUMC Kidz Praise which ends at 6:00pm. From 5:30-6:00pm on Wednesdays, we offer this children s choir program for those parents wishing for their children to be part of the FUMC Kidz Praise which sings in select Sunday morning worship services and other special services throughout the year. Registration fee is $25 per child (per semester) to cover transportation, supplies and the cost of afterschool snacks. A discount of $5 off per child will be applied for families with multiple children participating. Max per family $60. Pre-K 4-year olds and Kindergarten students have an opportunity to hear God s Word each week, too. Classes are held on Wednesday afternoons from 4:00-5:30pm (Sept 9th April 27th) in the Christian Life Center in room #119. The children will learn about God s love for them through hearing Bible stories, participating in Pre-K & K children s choir, playing games and creating fun take-home crafts! The fee for Pre-K & Kindergarten is $10 per child (per semester) to cover snacks & craft supply expenses. Go to our website to REGISTER today: www. fumchotsprings.org. REGISTRATION DEADLINE is September 2nd! Christian Sympathy goes to... Harold Algee & family in the recent death of Harold s wife, Ann Algee; the family of Thomas Naramore in his death; Kelly & Walter Mahone, & Kathryn Lundquist in the death of Kelly & Kathryn s daughter & Walter s sister, Mikey Mahone; the family of Ima Gardner in her death; Kay Watkins, Laura Baker, & Leslie Watkins in the death of Kay s husband & Laura & Leslie s father, Hot Springs City Manager David Watkins; Natalie Adcox in the death of her son, Ron Adcox; Beth Haville in the death of her brother, Loyd Rhiddlehoover Jr. Please keep these families in your prayers at this time. Toilet Paper Drive We are having a toliet paper and/or laundry detergent drive for Lakeside s ACE closet for the September 13th Kidz ROCK mission project. Donations may be left in the tub marked Kidz ROCK in the Welcome Center in the Christian Life Center. All donations must be received by Sept. 13th. Thank you for your support! The Messenger 5

6 SPECIAL GIFTS In Memory of Warren Miles From Joseph & Gretta Kaufman, Lolly & Pinky Pinkston, Nan Merchant, LaDonna Twyford, Steve & Teresa Kemp, John & Deborah Shannon, Michael & Judy Mattox, Ann Shelton, Wayne & Jane Ranson, Jean McClanahan, Bill & Joan Case, Louise Bray In Memory of Thomas Cooper Naramore From David & Nancy Bartlett, Bob & Thea Mathis, Latt & Terri Bachelor, Michael & Judy Mattox, David & Rynne Belk, Kristen Burell In Memory of AnnaBelle Smith From Chism & Company, Danny & Patsy Haynes, Clay & Kathy Farrar, Jit & JoAnne Dreher, Dr. John & Donna Crenshaw, John & Deborah Shannon, Ann Shelton, Julie Tuggle, Karen Johnson, Courthouse Kreeve, Janet Moore, Clarence & Brenda Durand, Doris Qualls, Barbara Graham & Dale Cody, Steve & Sharon Lovett, Steve & Teresa Kemp, John & Deborah Shannon, David & Susan Brown, James & Anna Locke, Larry & Janet Tuggle, James & Anna Locke, David & Susan Brown, Michael & Judy Mattox, David & Rynne Belk, RW & Pat Leech, Corinne Gooch, Steve Baldwin, Sonny & Jo Gaston, Margaret Laborde, Bob & Beverly Russell, Steve & Kathy Storey, Jim & Judy Mayes In Memory of Elizabeth Moore From Lou Boyd, Genesis Sunday School Class, Sonny & Jo Gaston In Memory of Ann Algee From Laura Young, Bill & Joan Case, Reba Nickels In Memory of Mikey Mahone From Bob & Thea Mathis, Latt & Terri Bachelor In Memory of Leo J. Wright From Craig & Tracy Keaton In Memory of Harry C. Keaton From Craig & Tracy Keaton In Memory of Jo Keaton From Craig & Tracy Keaton In Memory of Richard Gardial From John & Deborah Shannon In Memory of Louise Cain From Louise Bray In Memory of Bill Ed Earl (Brother of Judy Harris) From Saints & Sinner Class In Honor of Maggie Foster From Ann Shelton Mike s Mic MIKE LOVELADY Worship Arts Kicks Off September 13th Come join us Sunday night, September 13th at 5pm for the Kick-Off for Worship Arts. Worship Arts is for youth in grades 9th-12th, and meets on Sunday nights. We first meet in the Underground where we ll have a snack supper from 5:00pm-5:30pm (optional), then everyone heads to the Adult Choir Room at 5:30pm for the Worship Arts Rehearsal/ Meeting. Worship Arts encompasses singing, instrumentalists, drama, video, and most of all a unique avenue for some special creative worship planning. It s not a choir, but we sing. It s not a drama team, but we do some dramas and videos. It s not just a creative design meeting, but that is part of it. This year will be a special year with some exciting things on the horizon, including more opportunities in more worship settings. SO, ALL YOUT 9th-12th GRADE, THIS IS YOUR INVITE, WE NEED YOU! Hope to see you on September 13th. Volunteers We can always use volunteers for this ministry, to work with drama, scripture reading teams, video, music, or whatever you feel you can bring to the table. If interest, contact Mike Lovelady at Ext Audio/ Visual Volunteers If you are interested in learning what it would take to be on the Audio/ Visual Team, please contact Mike Lovelady at Ext We really need volunteers for this ministry, and it s a great way to be involved, but be behind the scenes. Some computer skills are helpful, but we can train anyone. Child Development Center Update LESLEE JONES Mark Your Calendar! The annual Applebee s Flapjack Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, October 17, 2015 from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. Tickets are $7.00 and will be sold in the Breezeway on Sunday, September 27 and Sunday, October 11. Watch the Sunday bulletins and Friday E-blasts for times. You can also contact LesLee Jones, CDC Director, at for tickets. Proceeds will be used to purchase two laptop computers for the office. Summer Fun for Everyone! The school-age children especially enjoyed a variety of summer events. They participated in Camp Jam-A-Lotta and loved it. They grew zinnias in the flower boxes on the CDC playground. A special week featuring people in the community who keep them safe was a summer favorite for both school-age and preschool children. The children say thank you to Canine Officer Brandon Jones with the Hot Springs Police Department and his dog, Kenna, Deputy Huffman with the Garland County Sheriff s Department and his dog, Cal, Trooper Burke from the Arkansas State Police, and firefighters from the Airport Road Station. 6 The Messenger

7 The Messenger 7 September Tuesday, September 1 UMW Unit Meeting Outreach Meeting 1:30 PM Open Arms Pantry Stephen Ministry Leadership Mtg. Genesis Class Stephen Ministry Supervision Mtg. Boundaries Task Force Meeting Wednesday, September 2 Ho Hum Low Impact Exercise Worship Design Meeting Intercessory Prayer Group Choir Rehearsal 6:15 PM Friday, September 4 Ho Hum Low Impact Exercise Sunday, September 6 Sunday School UNITY SERVICE (CLC) Evangelism Team Meeting Disciples Pastor s Bible Study Monday, September 7 Emmaus Women s Reunion Group Holy Spirit Class Tuesday, September 8 Rogers Moore Helen- Wilson Circle O Brien-Thornton Circle Jane Murphy Circle Open Arms Food Pantry Stephen Ministry Reception 1 1 Wednesday, September 9 Ho Hum Low Impact Exercise Covenant Bible Study Worship Design Meeting 11:45 AM Knitwits Meeting 1:00 PM WAK & Club 45 3:30 PM Intercessory Prayer Group Praying for Revival 4:30 PM Kids Praise Wednesday Night Choir Rehearsal 6:15 PM Choir Rehearsal 6:15 PM Thursday, September 10 XYZ Picnic in the Park 1 CALENDAR Friday, September 11 Ho Hum Low Impact Exercise Sunday, September 13 Early Service Choir Rehearsal 7:45 AM Traditions Worship 8:15 AM Sunday School Animate Simple Study Traditions Worship (Sanctuary) ConneXion Worship Service (CLC) Executive Meeting Pastors Disciplines Bible Study Kidz Rock Monday, September 14 Emmaus Women s Reunion Group Holy Spirit Class Spiritual Direction YAC Tuesday, September 15 Methodist Men s Breakfast Open Arms Food Pantry New Legacy Circle Stephen Ministry Training 7:00 AM Wednesday, September 16 Ho Hum Low Impact Exercise Covenant Bible Study Worship Design Meeting 11:45 AM WAK & Club 45 3:30 PM Intercessory Prayer Group Children s Council Kids Praise Wednesday Night Choir Rehearsal 6:15 PM Thursday, September 17 Senior Saints Dinner & a Movie Friday, September 18 Ho Hum Low Impact Exercise Sunday, September 20 Early Service Choir Rehearsal Traditions Worship Chapel Communion Sunday School Animate Simple Study Traditions Worship (Sanctuary) ConneXion Worship (CLC) Finance Meeting SNL Kids Praise Pastors Disciplines Bible Study 4:30 PM 7:45 AM 8:15 AM Monday, September 21 Emmaus Women s Reunion Group Holy Spirit Class UMW Board Meeting Tuesday, September 22 Open Arms Food Pantry Stephen Ministry Training 1:30 PM Wednesday, September 23 Ho Hum Low Impact Exercise Covenant Bible Study Worship Design Meeting 11:45 AM WAK & Club 45 3:30 PM Intercessory Prayer Group Kids Praise Choir Rehearsal 6:15 PM Friday, September 25 Bridges to Hope Ho Hum Low Impact Exercise Saturday, September 26 Stephen Ministry Training Sunday, September 27 Traditions Worship Sunday School Traditions Worship (Sanctuary) ConneXion Worship (CLC) Acolyte Training Luncheon CENTENNIAL FISH FRY Pastors Disciplines Bible Study Monday, September 28 Emmaus Women s Reunion Group Holy Spirit Class Tuesday, September 29 Open Arms Food Pantry Stephen Ministry Training 8:00 AM 8:15 AM 1 4:30 PM Wednesday, September 30 Ho Hum Low Impact Exercise Covenant Bible Study Worship Design Meeting 11:45 AM WAK & Club 45 3:30 PM Intercessory Prayer Group Kids Praise Choir Rehearsal 6:15 PM

8 First United Methodist Church 1100 Central Avenue Hot Springs, AR We are a community of faith, connecting people to God, to each other, and to the world. A Centennial Success First United Methodist Church of Hot Springs made history on Sunday, August 9 as we celebrated 100 years of worship in our historic sanctuary on the corner of Central Avenue and Orange Street. The special unity service drew 609 congregants with beautiful music from our choir led by new Music Director Timothy Tucker and a rousing rendition of Amazing Grace with a bagpiper and Mike Lovelady on drums. After the service, the congregation strolled through the front doors of the sanctuary which haven t been regularly used in decades. Mike Lovelady and his boistourous group of musicians led the way down the Central Avenue sidewalk through the center of the former Howard Johnson property that was just added to our campus. The Christian Life Center atrium was filled with a timeline and scrapbooks of our church s history. Members also had the chance to purchase special Centennial notecards with a drawing of the church on the front. We sold out! In Cupp Hall, members enjoyed a delicious boxed lunch from Special Touches Catering while everything from watermelons to Razorback football tickets were raffled off. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the Centennial Sunday and to all the members who came to celebrate with us! ONNECT WITH US (501) (phone) (501) (fax)