Men s Summit 2016 BILL CLUCK The United Methodist Men of the church will gather for fun, food, fellowship, and spiritual renewal at the Annual Men s Summit on Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 5:00 pm. in the Christian Life Center. This marks the sixth consecutive year for this annual event for all men of First United Methodist Church, Hot Springs, and their male guests. The theme for the 2016 Summit is Make Your Paths Straight based on the scripture Hebrews 12:13. Steve Wild Man Wilson, Public Affairs Coordinator for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, will be our keynote speaker. Wilson is a well-known and popular speaker at men s events throughout the state. He has worked for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission for 38 years. He earned his Wild Man nickname in 1984 when he became the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission s coordinator of project WILD. During his career with AGFC he has earned the Commission s Employee of the Year Award twice and the Arkansas Wildlife Federation s Conservation Communicator of the Year Award twice. He also received the Ducks Unlimited Jerry Jones Sportsman of the Year award in 2011. He holds a Bachelor s degree from Southern Nazarene University in Bethany, Oklahoma, and a Master s of Business Administration from the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond. This will be one of his last speeches as an AGFC employee before he retires in April. Variety and enthusiasm have been a part of the Summit speakers selected in past years. The diversity of speakers has included former Razorback player and coach Ken Hatfield, Chaplain Colonel Walter (Bubba) Smith of Hot Springs Village, Larry Brown, father of war hero Adam Brown, and Cliff Harris, retired All-Pro NFL player. Steve Wilson will continue the tradition of bringing a special message of both inspiration and entertainment. The first Men s Summit was in 2011 and the big attraction that year was a free catfish dinner with all the trimmings. At all previous meetings, the menu has been a major feature of the event. Men attending these meetings have enjoyed everything from pork dishes to champion chili to prize-winning barbecue. This year Dr. Randy Hill returns as chief chef and will prepare his prizewinning barbecue. The local band Sign of Jonah will be our entertainment during our feast. (cont. next page) February 2016 In This Issue p. 3 Blood Drive p. 4 Created by God p. 6 Dinner Groups
ON T MISS! Summit cont. Wednesday, February 10 Ash Wednesday Dinner 5:30 p.m. Christian Life Center 12:00 p.m., 6:15 p.m. Historic Sanctuary Bereavement Committee Recipes Sunday, February 21 Blood Drive 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Shelton Room of Christian Life Center Thursday, February 25 Men s Summit 5:00 p.m. Christian Life Center Tickets for the Summit will go on sale Sunday, February 7 when the men will make visits to all the adult Sunday school classes. Tickets will also be for sale after church services. Tickets will be available in the church office beginning on Monday, February 8 and will continue to be available until the day prior to the meeting. Tickets are only $20 and each ticket will admit TWO men. Ladies, here is a wonderful Valentine s gift= for the man (or men) of your family! More than two dozen men are actively involved in planning and producing the 2016 Men s Summit. During the first Summit in 2011, Chuck Dudley outlined plans the United Methodist Men had for increasing the involvement of all men by giving them the opportunity to serve in their area of preference, such as Bible study, community service, or service to the church. Work Days have been scheduled by the men since that first meeting to help meet the needs of the church campus and facilities. This sixth annual meeting will feature the passing of leadership from Chuck Dudley to Bart Bledsoe. This once-a-year meeting is a highlight activity for the men of First United Methodist Church of Hot Springs. Every man is urged to attend and bring along a male friend as a guest. The men attending will be given the opportunity to indicate the areas where they would like to serve and to make suggestions for United Methodist Men s activities. Stephen Ministry Seven members will be commissioned as new Stephen Ministers at the 10:45 a.m. service in the sanctuary on Sunday, February 28. They will have completed the 50 hour Stephen Ministry training program to equip them to be Christian caregivers in the First United Methodist Church of Hot Springs Stephen Ministry program. They will join the current 18 active Stephen Ministers to serve members of our congregation as well as to others in our community. FUMC became a Stephen Ministry Congregation at the turn of this century. More than 40 people have been trained in our program. Those interested in becoming a part of the program have an opportunity to apply for the training in June of each year and to participate in the training beginning in September. The seven trainees to be commissioned are Cherry Ogburn, Patti Sweeney, Patti Willits, Harold Campbell, Matt McFarling, Wayne Ogburn and Ed Prince. Our Church welcomes these new Stephen Ministers! 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. Joan Atkins Stir Fry Cabbage ½ red bell pepper ½ yellow bell pepper ½ green bell pepper 1 medium onion, chopped 2 slices bacon, fried and cut in 1 pieces 1 (16 oz.) Fresh Express tri-color coleslaw Cook bacon in a skillet and remove but leave the bacon drippings. Cut peppers in strips. Add the peppers, onion and sauté in bacon drippings. Add the cabbage, toss and mix. Turn off heat. Sauce: 3 Tbs. white vinegar, 1 Tbs. vegetable oil, 1 Tbs. water, 3 Tbs. brown sugar, 1Tbs. brown sugar, ½ tsp. salt and ½ tsp. pepper. Place the above ingredients in a small jar and shake until combined. Turn heat on medium and add the sauce to the vegetables. Stir to mix. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for six to eight minutes. Do not overcook. 2 The Messenger
Ash Wednesday Services & Dinner Ash Wednesday services will be on Wednesday, February 10 at 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the historic sanctuary. You are welcome to join us for a church-wide Ash Wednesday dinner at 5:30 p.m. in the Christian Life Center s Shelton Room before the evening service. The cost for the meal is $5 or $20 for 4 or more. All are invited to come and share a meal in fellowship at the beginning of the Lenten season! If you are planning to come for dinner, please mark on the guest registration pad on Sunday, February 7 under Wednesday night meal or contact Candy Poirier at (501) 623-6668 ext 117. Outreach Ministries CANDY POIRIER Dinner & a Movie Come join us for our February Dinner and a Movie on Thursday, February 18th at 4:30 p.m. We will meet in the Christian Life Center s Shelton Room for a light supper and then enjoy the movie and popcorn. The cost is $5 per person. We will be seeing The Way with Emilio Estevez and Martin Sheen. A father heads overseas to recover the body of his estranged son while traveling the El camino de Santiago from France to Spain. He finds a new family through his journey on the same trail his son once did. Call Candy Poirier at (501) 623-6668 ext. 117 by February 17th for reservations. See you then! Wednesday Wesley Words & Dinner Join us every Wednesday at 5:15 p.m. for dinner and a message from Rev. Zach Roberts discussing the wise words of John Wesley. On Wednesday, February 3rd, we are celebrating Mardi Gras with Gumbo and King Cake. RSVP on the registration pads during the Sunday services or call the church office at (501) 623-6668. The cost for dinner is $5. Blood Drive We are growing our blood drives to equal other churches in the area. As a former pastor said, we always want your money but today we want your blood too. We will be hosting a Blood Drive on Sunday, February 21 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the Shelton Room of the Christian Life Center. The UMW UMM will have sign-up tables on Sundays or donors can call Bob Woodall at (501) 282-6072 for an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome! UMW Report On United Methodist Women (UMW) Sunday, we recognized the contributions made by the women of the church. From the beginning, women in our church have been involved in service. In 1879, Dr. Augustus Winfield organized the Ladies Aid Society to assist in the social life of the church and to raise funds for the improvement of church property. By 1925 we were known as the Women s Missionary Society. Wednesday family night suppers prepared by the WMS gathered the large congregation to a prayer meeting. The suppers provided a pleasant social hour and contributed to the parsonage fund for the nominal charge of 25 cents. The merger of the Ladies Aid Society and the Women s Missionary Society took place in 1939. The name Women s Society of Christian Service was adopted. Its sole purpose was to supply the needs of the local church, but soon began evolving into an organization with a worldwide purpose. The name United Methodist Women was adopted in 1973. Today our UMW Unit contains six circles. If you are mission minded and desire a place to make friends and serve please call the Unit president Ann Lowerre, (680-3022) or anyone listed below. The meeting times and leaders are: Second Tuesday of the month: -Helen Wilson Circle - 10 AM -contact Carol Smith (624-7035) or Jane Bennett (844-9357) -O Brien-Thornton Circle -10 AM - contact Neva O Brien (520-0279) or Joyce Thornton (624-0946) -Rogers-Moore Circle -10 AM - contact Arlean Rogers (262-2447) -Jane Murphy Circle - NOON - contact Claire Wisman (609-9616) Third Tuesday of the month: -Young Adult Women Circle - - contact Laura Whitley (627-3626) -New Legacy Circle - 5:30 PM - contact Tommie Kelly (624-3593) The Messenger 3 SERMON SCHEDULE Sunday, February 7 Traditions (8:15, 10:45) Rev. Michael Mattox Traditions (8:15, 10:45) Rev. Zach Roberts ConneXion (10:45) Rev. Zach Roberts Sunday, February 14 ConneXion (10:45) Rev. Michael Mattox Sunday, February 21 Traditions (8:15, 10:45) Rev. Michael Mattox Sunday, February 28 Traditions (8:15, 10:45) Rev. Michael Mattox ConneXion (10:45) Rev. Zach Roberts ConneXion (10:45) Rev. Zach Roberts
Children s Ministries MICHELLE WILKINS Fumc Kidz Sunday School 1st - 5th grades are learning about Cooperation. Two people are better than one. They can help each other in everything they do, Ecclesiastes 4:9. Each week in February will hear a Bible story about people who came together in faith to do something they never could have done alone. This month, think about this question: What can you do together? What can you do together as a family to demonstrate to your children the way God designed us not only to need each other, but also to need Him? How can we cooperate with God on His plan to change the world? Nursery, Toddlers, Pre-K and Kindergarten are learning all about Buckets of Love. Love each other as I have loved you. John 15:12, NIV. Watch the Buckets of Love preview video to see what we are learning this month: https://vimeo.com/146306103. Parent Cue: Download The App For extra at home teaching moments with your child, download this special app at http:// theparentcue.org/app/. The Parent CUE app provides simple CUES throughout the week that remind you to pause and make the most of everyday moments. Offers CUES for families with preschoolers and elementary age kids Parent Time section has videos, podcasts, and articles just for parents Videos, activities, and discussion questions link to First Look and 252 Basics material Content updates weekly! Created by GOD: Human Sexuality Class For All 5th & 6th Graders Mandatory Parent Meeting 1st Student Session 2nd Student Session Student/Parent Conclusion Thursday, April 7th, 6-8pm Friday, April 9; 5:30-8:30pm Saturday, April 9th; 9am-4pm Saturday, April 9th; 4-5pm Human sexuality is one of God s greatest gifts to people. Created By God is a program resource designed to communicate to fifth and sixth graders that we are a fantastic creation made by God. The topics of human sexuality, values, and relationships are approached in a frank, honest, and Bible-based manner. Church members may enroll online now through the end of February. Open enrollment will begin March 1st if space is still available. This class will fill very quickly! There is only a maximum of 24 students per class! Don t wait to register! Email Michelle Wilkins today at mwilkins@fumchs.com if you did not receive a letter or need more information. Kidz ROCK A big thank you to all of our families that brought donations (diapers, wipes, paper towels, trash bags, etc..) for the women and children staying at Safe Haven Women s Shelter! They were so appreciative of everything you guys brought! They loved the journals and Blessing Bags you made for them! An extra special thank you goes out to Tonya Cockman, Director of Safe Haven Shelter, for giving an incredible presentation to the kids of what Safe Haven provides for homeless women and children in our community. The kids loved getting to ask Mrs.Tonya lots of questions about the shelter. Our next mission will be All You Need Is Love on Sunday, February 14th from 5:00-6:30 p.m. in the Christian Life Center. We need everyone to bring a NEW stuffed animal for the Hot Springs Mercy Child Advocacy Center. The center is a hospital-based facility for child abuse and neglect, so Kidz ROCK kids will help these children, by sharing God s love through a stuffed animal. We will each get to decorate a tag to attach to the stuffed animal with a special note for the child that will receive it. Janice McCutcheon, Director of the Child Advocacy Center, will be our guest speaker. We will eat pizza @5:00 and the cost is $3 per person. Parents: We need volunteers! Please text Michelle Wilkins at (501) 318-3977 to volunteer. The Offering Well The children s Sunday school offering for February will go to support children who are admitted to Mercy Child Advocacy Center, a hospital-based facility for child abuse and neglect. Please be sure your child remembers to bring an offering each Sunday to drop in the offering well! What a wonderful way to teach your child about being a good steward! 4 The Messenger C
Underground Youth LIZ ROBINSON New Schedule With a new semester upon us we are going to be starting a new schedule! FUMC Hot Springs wants to offer our youth the best possible programing and after meeting with the newly formed Underground Youth and Parent Council last Sunday, we feel like the changes in schedule and programing is just what we need to make the youth program grow at FUMC. The new schedule looks like this Sunday Night Middle/Jr High Underground 5-6:30. o Dinner will be provided as well as games, music, devotion and small group. Wednesday Night Sr. High Underground 6-7:30. o Snacks will be provided as well as games, music, devotion and small group. This Wednesday we will continue with all small groups as we did last semester with all youth meeting on Wednesday studying the new bible study series we started last week. Starting on Sunday January 17th the new schedule will begin and each small group will have the option to continue and finish their study or I will have small group questions that pertain to the devotional that is given each week. Worship Arts For Senior High, Worship Arts students will help to lead music and tech support for the Middle/Jr high students on Sunday nights from 5-5:30 p.m. Worship arts will meet for practice and planning in the choir room from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Middle/Jr High students that are still interested in worship arts can still participate when youth lead in worship services. If interested, please contact Mike Lovelady for more information. I am thrilled to get started with our new schedule and look forward to the new semester with the youth at FUMC! Don t forget to sign up for upcoming events: OMP: June 19-25th If you have signed up and not paid your $50 deposit I need it ASAP! If you are still interested in attending, contact Liz at (501) 351-3773. Spring Break Mission Trip to St. Louis: March 20-24th Please email Liz at lrobinson@fumchs.com if you are interested! Details are being finalized right now and will have more information soon. hild Development Center Update LESLEE JONES School-Age Care Provided During Spring Break The CDC is offering child care for school-age children during spring break, March 21-24, 2016. Contact LesLee Jones, CDC Director, at 318-1377 for details. CDC Better Beginnings Renewal Currently, the CDC is a Better Beginnings Three Star Center. Better Beginnings is Arkansas Quality Improvement System with Three Stars as the highest rating attainable. In order to maintain this rating, the CDC will be accessed this summer in a variety of areas and with several assessment instruments as part of the Better Beginnings renewal process. The CDC is the only non-publicly funded center, both private and faith-based, in Garland County to receive the Three Star rating. LesLee Jones, Director, and her staff are working hard to maintain this distinction. IN OUR PRAYERS Christian Sympathy goes to... the family of Elizabeth Browning in her recent death; the family of Sam Clark Jr. in his recent death; Ronnie Ribble in the recent death of his wife, Camille Ribble; Pam Waltman in the recent death of her great-grandson, Justin Tyler McDaniel; Martha & Chuck Dudley in the recent death of Martha s father, T.L. Byrd; Valerie & Victor Claar in the recent death of Victor s father, Rev. Herbert Ellsworth Claar; Max and Barbara White in the recent death of Barbara s brother-inlaw, Don Jennings; Don and Suzanne Pattillo in the recent death of Suzanne s mother, Sybil Imo Webb; Rev. Bud Reeves in the recent death of his mother, Johnnye Taylor Reeves; Mike and Mary Harrison in the recent death of Mike s father, Dr. Patrick Edward Harrison; the family of Donna Eddins in her recent death; Mark & Gigi Buhrow in the passing of Mark s father, Robert Buhrow; and Marti Dreamer in the death of her mother, Mary Spikes. Please keep these families in your prayers at this time. The Messenger 5
Discipleship Ministries REV. TERESA HOLT Dinner Groups Join the fun of our small group dinner clubs! Each group consists of 8-12 people (singles/couples of all ages) who arrange to meet monthly for dinner at a time and date to be chosen by each group. This is a great way to make new acquaintances whether you have been around for years or just started visiting. Registration closes February 21st, and we will meet on Sunday evening, February 29th, to introduce you to your group. To register (even if you were in a dinner group last year) contact Teresa Holt at (501) 623-6668, ext. 116 or tholt@fumchs.com, or register online at www.fumchotsprings.com. John: The Gospel of Light and Life Study The Gospel of John is the most deeply spiritual of the four gospels. It includes some of the loftiest and most loved verses in all the Bible. The writing is filled with rich images and profound truths, but John notes that his aim in writing the gospel is that his readers will not only believe in Jesus Christ, but that they may have life in his name. This Lent, join Adam Hamilton and experience a season of spiritual growth and life-changing renewal while reading the entire Gospel of John. The study will take place Thursdays, February 18 March 24 from 9:30 11:00 a.m. in Christian Life Center room 209. John Johnson, Facilitator. The Holy Spirit Study Who is the Holy Spirit and what does he do? In this study, Billy Graham offers a sensitive and comprehensive portrait of the much discussed but often misunderstood member of the Trinity. It is crucial to develop a genuine biblical understanding of the Third Person of the Trinity and to experience an authentic outpouring of his power. The study will take place Tuesdays, February 9th April 12 from 9:30 11:30 a.m. in Christian Life Center room 201. Max Wittman, Facilitator. PECIAL IFTS In Memory of Thomas Morgan Byrd From Latt & Terri Bachelor In Memory of Ken Wallace From Mr. & Mrs. Lynn Kelley; Don & Rose Pullen; JL & Glenda Hennessee; Rodney & Debbie Cain In Memory of Tela Camille Hughes Ribble From Al & Ann White; James & Beverly Farrell; Ralph & Kathleen Harryman; Tom & Nancy Petillo; Gary & Reed Weaver; Kelvin & Elizabeth Wyrick; Jay & Charlotte Harris; Bill Foster & Helen McAlister; Saints & Sinners Sunday School Class; David & Rynne Belk; Bill & Bernard Cluck; Susan Cook; Curt & Diane Green; Michael & Judy Mattox; Thomas & Nancy Vandegrift In Memory of Don Jennings(Barbara White s Brother in law) From Saints & Sinners Sunday Schoo Class; Erwin & Priscilla Harper-Cook In Memory of Dorothy Sisk From James & Beverly Farrell; Susan Cook In Memory of Thomas Cooper Naramore From John, Libby, Reese & Allie Vines; Neil Munro & Martha Jane Murray Munro In Memory of Bob Messersmith From John, Libby, Reese & Allie Vines In Memory of Roger Barnes From John, Libby, Reese & Ali Vines; Mr. & Mrs. Clay White In Memory of Don Fulenwider From John, Libby, Reese & Ali Vines; Mr. & Mrs. Clay White In Memory of Chester Lauck From Susan Cook In Memory of Sam Clark Jr. From Frank & Gail McClure; Paul & Sally Beckman; Mr. & Mrs. Clay White; Melba Yates; Michael & Judy Mattox; Stanley D. Yates; Betty M. Lyle In Memory of Len Burton (Brother of Ben Nurton) From Mr. & Mrs. Clay White In Memory of Dr. Patrick E. Harrison From Latt & Terri Bachelor In Memory of Johnnye Taylor Reeves (Mother of Rev. Bud Reeves) From Latt & Terri Bachelor; Erwin Cook & Priscilla Harper-Cook In Memory of Jack English From Neil Munro & Martha Jane Murray Munro In Memory of Sybil Imo Webb From Erwin & Priscilla Harper-Cook; Saints & Sinners Sunday School Class; John & Sue Polk In Memory of Dr. Patrick E. Harrison From Erwin Cook & Priscilla Harper Cook In Memory of Rev. Herbert E. Claar (Father of Victor Claar) From Lawrence & Elizabeth Alderman In Memory of Nita Clare Adkins Ridgway From Steve & Kathy Storey In Memory of Donna Eddins From Friendship Sunday School Class In Memory of Mary Spikes (Mother of Marti Dreamer) From David & Rynne Belk In Honor of Jim & Janet Tarkington From Benny & Wyonne Swafford In Honor of Doyle Shirley From Paul & Sally Beckman In Honor of Mildred Smith for the Open Arms Food Pantry From Bill & Bernard Cluck 6 The Messenger
Monday, February 1 Tuesday, Febraury 2 Outreach Meeting Open Arms Food Pantry Stephen Ministry Leadership Mtg. Stephen Ministry Training Stephen Ministry Supervision Mtg. Genesis Class Wednesday, February 3 Covenant Bible Study Romeo Intercessory Prayer Group WAK & Club 45 Wednesday Service Bell Rehearsal Confirmation Class #4 Sr. High Underground Choir Rehearsal Thursday, February 4 Power of Focused Heart Class Friday, February 5 Saturday, February 6 The Caring Place Fundraiser Sunday, February 7 Early Service Choir Rehearsal Sunday School ConneXion Worship (CLC) Evangelism Team Meeting PPRC Meeting Disciple Bible Study Disciplines Lectionary Study Middle/Jr. High Underground Underground Snack Supper Monday, February 8 YAC Tuesday, February 9 O Brien-Thornton Circle Rogers-Moore Circle Helen-Wilson Circle Adult Young Women Circle Jane Murphy Circle Open Arms Food Pantry Stephen Ministry Training Wednesday, February 10 The Messenger 7 February 1:30 PM 5:30 PM 3:30 PM 6:30 PM 4:00 PM 7:45 AM 8:15 AM 1 4:00 PM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 1 CALENDAR Covenant Bible Study Romeo Ash Wednesday Knitwits Meeting Intercessory Prayer Group WAK & Club 45 Praying for Revival Wednesday Service Bell Rehearsal Sr. High Underground Ash Wednesday Choir Rehearsal Thursday, February 11 Power of a Focused Heart XYZ Friday, February 12 Sunday, February 14 Early Service Choir Rehearsal Sunday School ConneXion Worship (CLC) Disciple Bible Study Pastors Disciplines Bible Study Kidz Rock Middle/Jr. High Underground Underground Snack Supper Monday, February 15 UMW Board Meeting Tuesday, February 16 Methodist Men s Breakfast The Holy Spirit Class Emmaus Lunch Bunch Young Adult Women s Circle Open Arms Food Pantry Stephen Ministry Training New Legacy Circle Wednesday, February 17 Covenant Bible Study Romeo Intercessory Prayer Group WAK & Club 45 Bell Rehearsal Children s Council Confirmation Class #5 Sr. High Underground Choir Rehearsal Thursday, February 18 Power of a Focused Heart Class 1 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 3:30 PM 4:30 PM 6:30 PM 7:30 PM 7:45 AM 8:15 AM 1:30 PM 7:00 AM 6:30 PM 11:30 PM 3:30 PM 5:30 PM 6:15 PM John Adam Hamilton Study Senior Saints Dinner & a Movie Friday, February 19 4:30 PM Sunday, February 21 Early Service Choir Rehearsal 7:45 AM Traditions Worship 8:15 AM Blood Drive Chapel Communion Sunday School ConneXion Worship Service (CLC) Disciple Bible Study Disciplines Lectionary Study Middle/Jr. High Underground Underground Snack Supper Monday, February 22 Tuesday, February 23 The Holy Spirit Class Open Arms Food Pantry Stephen Ministry Training Wednesday, February 24 Covenant Bible Study Romeo Intercessory Prayer Group WAK & Club 45 Wednesday Service Bell Rehearsal Confirmation Class #6 Sr. High Underground Choir Rehearsal Thursday, February 25 Power of a Focused Heart Class John Adam Hamilton Study Methodist Men s Summit Friday, February 26 Confirmation Retreat Weekend Sunday, February 28 Early Service Choir Rehearsal Sunday School ConneXion Worship (CLC) Pastors Disciplines Bible Study Middle/Jr. High Underground Underground Snack Supper Monday, February 29 9:30AM 3:30 PM 6:15 PM 7:45 AM 8:15 AM
First United Methodist Church 1100 Central Avenue Hot Springs, AR 71901 We are a community of faith, connecting people to God, to each other, and to the world. Welcome Our New FUMC Members! Irwin & Anne Slate Wanda Raper John Toney, pictured with wife Alison Carter-Toney Curtis Ridgway III Mike & Mary Harrison ONNECT WITH US Not Pictured: Vic & Marianne Gandolf (501) 623-6668 (phone) (501) 623-2293 (fax) www.fumchs.com Wallace & Kim McGeorge