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G R O W I N GYoung FamiliesCRY ROOM & NEW SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS

F U M C T

Friends,If you haven’t noticed, there are quite a few more “little” people around here now! Our families have expanded, parents with children have joined the church, and we’ve baptized dozens of babies in the last year. We are excited about how God is growing the young-family population of our church. As a church, we are

always looking for ways to grow and serve our congregation. One of the needs we have met comes with our recently opened Cry Room (room 105). The Cry Room is open during both 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. worship services with the ability to livestream Traditions and the Bridge. Whether your child is literally crying – or you just need to step out of service for a few minutes - we encourage you to stop by the Cry Room where you won’t miss the service!

We are also starting a new Sunday school class for our young families! This class focuses on the daily successes and struggles that come with parenting toddlers/preschoolers. The class will use a variety of resources to discuss rel-evant issues in parenting and how we can better serve God as we steward the children he has blessed us. The class plans to incorporate social events and service projects as part of the class. Leaders of the class want to build friend-ships/relationships among parents of toddlers and preschoolers.

Join us starting April 15th!NEW CLASS FOR COUPLES & SINGLES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN Sundays at 10:00 a.m. ROOM 216LED BY Megan Winningham & Danielle Seaman

S U N D A Y , A P R I L 2 9 , 2 0 1 8TR ADIT IONS & THE BRIDGE | 9 & 11 AM

The congregational singing has improved

tremendously. I love it when the sanctuary is filled with the

“spiritual roar”—when believers sing their faith.

Amen and Hallelu.

J O H N R A T L E D G E

DIRECTIONS FOR SINGING1. Learn these tunes before you learn any others; afterwards learn as many as you please.

As a part of our Bicentennial, we will be celebrating the part that music has played in the life of our church. Singing has always been vital to the Methodist movement. Charles Wes-ley, our founder’s brother, wrote over 6,000 hymns, and 67 of his hymn texts are included in The United Methodist Hymnal. Some of our favorite hymns are from Charles: O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing, Ye Servants of God, Come, Thou Long-Expect-

ed Jesus, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, O Love Divine, What Hast Thou Done, Love Divine, All Loves Excelling and A Charge to Keep I Have.

The complaint was that Methodists sang too loudly. In the front of our hymnal are instructions that John Wesley gave for all Methodists with regard to singing in a church service.

We regularly violate some of these rules. Printing the words in the bulletin, posting them on screens were options unknown to John Wesley. Our Traditions Choir Director is an advocate of taking up the hymnals and singing parts!

In Traditions, our Wesley Hymn Fest will involve congregation singing, the Chan-cel Choir, and Ethos (a small group of singers from the Chancel Choir). Along with a history of Charles’ place in Methodism and hymnody, the congregation will sing a variety of familiar hymns, and the Chancel Choir and Ethos will sing a series of anthems for which Charles Wesley was the poet. His words are so very dear to churched folk, regardless of their denomination.

The Bridge will be using the poems of Charles Wesley in contemporary musi-cal settings. Through the years the Bridge has been singing Wesley hymns, most often unknown to the congregation. Join us at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. in Traditions and the Bridge to celebrate our his-tory in music.

Dr. Ken Duniavnt, Senior Pastor

4. Sing lustily and with a good courage. Beware of singing as if you were half dead, or half asleep; but lift up your voice with strength.5. Sing modestly. Do not bawl… but strive to unite your voices together, so as to make one clear melodious sound.6. Sing in time. Whatever time is sung be sure to keep with it. Do not run before nor stay behind it.7. Above all sing spiritually. Have an eye to God in every word you sing. Aim at pleasing him more than yourself, or any other creature.

For most of us, growing up singing hymns has been woven into the

tapestry of our families. We start when we are young then lean on them in later times. We do that for different

reasons a few of which are they lend themselves to take us back to a simpler

time of our lives with a great memory.

S H A N N O N C H A N D L E R

2. Sing them exactly as they are printed here, without altering or mending them at all…3. Sing all. See that you join with the congregation as frequently as you can. Let not a slight degree of weakness or weariness hinder you. If it is a cross to you, take it up, and you will find it a blessing.

ATTENDANCE 02.25.18 03.04.18 03.11.18 03.18.18 03.25.18TRADITIONS/BRIDGE WORSHIPELEMENTARY SUNDAY SCHOOL NURSERY/PRESCHOOL YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOLADULT SUNDAY SCHOOLSOMACKWEDNESDAY LENTEN SERVICES

THIS IS A PUBLICATION OF FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH TUSCALOOSA.Broadcast & Contact Information

The Sunday 11:00 AM Traditions Worship Service is broadcast on WACT 1420 AM, 96.9 FM and online. Listen to and watch sermons on our website at fumct.org/welcome/listen-to-a-sermon.

ATTENDANCE & BUDGET

CHURCH HAPPENINGS2 CONGREGATIONAL INFORMATION 11

FINANCIAL REPORT AS OF 02/28/18Anticipated Income (YTD): $427,586Actual Income (YTD): $379,198Organ Debt: $333,852

NEW MEMBERS

DEATHS | SYMPATHIES• In thanksgiving for her life Norma E. Sikes of Tuscaloosa, Alabama who died on March 6, 2018. Sympathy to her son Steve (Lucy) Sikes and grandchildren Harper and Evers Sikes.• In thanksgiving for his life Rev. Daniel Scott Kilgore of Tuscaloosa, Alabama who died on February 28, 2018. Sympathy to his wife, Glenda Kilgore.• In thanksgiving of his life Derek Benton Cassels of Tuscaloosa, Alabama who died on March 17, 2018. Sympathy to his parents William and Rebecca Cassels. Sympathy also to his sisters Anna Christine and Elizabeth Paige Cassels.• Sympathy to Stephen (Sally) Caldow on the death of his mother, Lollie Beatrice “Bea” Caldow, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama on February 18, 2018.• Sympathy to Wayne (Becky) Guy on the death of his brother Tim Guy of Tuscaloosa, Alabama on March 13, 2018.• Sympathy to Joel (Tinia) McLaughlin on the death of his mother Mary McLaughlin of Fosters, Alabama on March 14, 2018. Sympathy also to grandson Cole McLaughlin.• Sympathy to Kay (Hal) Holmes on the death of her mother Mary Lovett of Macon, Georgia on March 15, 2018.• Sympathy to Martha (Finus) Gaston on the death of her sister Margene Ellis of Dora, Alabama on March 2, 2018.• Sympathy to Mary Coleman Chandler on the death of her grandfather Clarence Reid Lawson, Jr. of Greensboro, Alabama on March 3, 2018.• Sympathy to Pat (Bill) Jessup on the death of her sister-in-law Judith Jones Proctor of Birmingham, Alabama on March 10, 2018.• Sympathy to Tina (Ernie) Turley on the death of her nephew John Daniel Willis of Clemson, South Carolina on February 28, 2018.• Sympathy to Andrea (Billy) Falls on the death of her mother Barbara Clifton Mantione of Tuscaloosa, Alabama on Febru-ary 9, 2018. Sympathy also to grandchildren Will, Michael and Sam Falls.

BIRTHS | CONGRATULATIONS• Congratulations to Kineta and Dylan Williams on the birth of their son, Tyler Joseph Williams on February 22, 2018.• Congratulations to Gail and Jack Kapphan on the birth of their grandson George Walker Brown born on February 24, 2018 in New York.• Congratulations to Janine and Jordan McGee on the birth of their son Jameson Richard McGee on March 20, 2018.

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Wednesday Nights Alive

PRAYER LED BY Randy Allen | Sanctuary

Our lives are hectic. We seek a time to slow down and commune with God. We know that prayer helps us grow in Christ and shrinks the barriers separating us from the Holy and Divine. Each

week we will briefly discuss biblical principles of prayer and then we will enter into sacred conver-

sation with God, together.

SINGLES TOGETHER LED BY Dennis Harkey | Parker Fireside RoomSingles Together is an ongoing group of like-

minded singles that are looking for community, learning and socialization in a clean and healthy

environment Whether you are never married, divorced or widowed, Singles Together is for you. Break the routine of “work, tv, sleep and repeat.” Join us and network with a great group of singles.

SPIRITUALLY PARENTING YOUR PRESCHOOLER

BY HOPE FLINCHBAUGHLED BY Megan Winningham | Room 219

Seventy-five percent of a child's character is developed by the time he is five years old--which

means that parents of preschoolers have a big responsibility (and a lot of fun!) ahead of them. A warm and delightful book written in parent-

to-parent style with splashes of "close to home" humor, this book helps parents to: teach your

infant, toddler or preschooler to encounter God in a real way; win the two-year-old "no-n- war" without emotional scars; build Christ esteem in

your adopted child; raise your child alone; experi-ence spontaneous praise and worship with your toddler; select the school that is right for your

child and hold fast to your values; discover excit-ing tools to help your child model God's life and words; hear your child pray, expecting answers...

and then see the miracles! In addition to the humor, sensitivity and helpful information found in these pages, your entire family will be blessed

with these practical and godly guidelines for parenting.

EFFECTIVE PARENTING IN A DEFECTIVE WORLD

BY CHIP INGRAM (continued from January semester) LED BY Lisa Hembree | Room 222

Raising children is a challenge in today's world. Peers and pop culture exert a never-ending pres-sure on kids. Every day they are bombarded with

the pressures and influences of drugs, sex and violence. Often, parents feel helpless when the

corrupt principles of this defective world seem to contradict every godly principle they try to instill in their children. But the good news is that God has a plan for effectively raising your children and you

can learn it!

I CAN ONLY IMAGINELED BY Laurie Copeland | Room 204

From the song and new film, "I Can Only Imagine", we learn the life story of MercyMe lead singer Bart Millard for the first time. Bart grew up with an abu-

sive father and a distant mother which drove his deep need for acceptance. In this four-week jour-ney, we will see how Bart discovered love, forgive-ness and redemption with the help of his Heavenly

Father. We will also find our identity in Christ by recalling our past, reorienting in the present, and

reimagining our future as we trust in him.

JOIN US APRIL 4, 11, 18 & 28!Join us for dinner at 5:00 p.m. in Chitwood Hall

and class offerings at 6:00 p.m. Register for classes at fumct.org/ministries/wednesday-nights-alive.

• Jamie Cobb • Jeremy Hopson • Linda Pickens

• Jaci Ann Jones daughter of Nikki and Brad Jones with sisters Ava Grace & Kylie

CHURCH HAPPENINGS 3CHURCH HAPPENINGS10

OF MESS & MOXIE BY JEN HATMAKER

(open to previous and new classmates)LED BY Ali Lindsey | Room 215

In this highly anticipated new book, beloved author Jen Hatmaker parlays her own triumphs and tragedies into a sigh of relief for all normal, fierce women everywhere. Whether it’s the time

she drove to the wrong city for a fourth-grade field trip (“Why are we in San Antonio?”) or the way

she learned to forgive (God was super clear: Pray for this person every day, which was the meanest thing He ever said to me. I was furious.), she offers a reminder to those of us who sometimes hide in the car eating crackers that we do have the moxie to get back up and get back out. We can choose

to live undaunted “in the moment” no matter what the moments hold, and lead vibrant, courageous,

grace-filled lives.

ACT LIKE MENLED BY Mike Greene | Room 220

God has created men to have incredible strength.But today’s culture has hijacked masculinity, distort-

ing strength into passivity and abuse. In this four-part video Bible study series, pastor Joby Martin

invites men to embrace God’s definition of mascu-linity and to step into His calling upon their lives, to

wield their strength on behalf of others. God has de-signed men to be protectors, providers and defend-

ers. When men act like men, everyone flourishes.

ISSUES IN THE NEWSLED BY Ken Dunivant | Lee Classroom

Description of class: Gun Control, School safety, Mental Health Issues and Treatment, Legislation

currently in MontgomeryIf you get news alerts on your phone, turn on the TV or pick up a newspaper, you are shocked and

sometimes saddened by what happens in America. We will discuss current, hot button issues such as

gun control, school safety, mental health treatment and find out what our Alabama State legislature is doing on these issues. How can we live as Chris-

tians in this broken world?

FORGOTTEN GOD: REVERSING OUR TRAGIC NEGLECT

OF THE HOLY SPIRIT BY FRANCIS CHAN

LED BY Jesse Tosten | Room 213(please read Chapter 1 before April 4th)

POWERFUL...When is the last time someone used that word to describe you? It doesn't make

sense that Almighty God would have children characterized by fear and insecurity. He put His Spirit in us so we could be known for our power (Acts 1:8; 2 Timothy 1:7). Sadly, most believers and churches are known for talent or intellect rather than supernatural power. What's worse is that we're okay with it. Could it be that we've forgotten the One who distinguishes us from every religion and cult in the world? Through scriptural support and compelling narrative,

breakthrough author Francis Chan reminds us of the Holy Spirit as the Bible describes Him. He reminds us that we were not created and

saved merely to survive our time on earth. Chan contends that we've ignored the Spirit and are reaping the disastrous results. It's time for the beloved church of Jesus Christ to reverse the

trend of neglect. Let's pursue the Spirit-filled life of effectiveness God desires and we desire.

BUILDING A STRONGER MARRIAGE THROUGH AN APPRECIATION OF OUR

SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES

LED BY Laura Hastings | Room 303 Learn about the differences in needs and be-

haviors that all individuals have. Married couples will explore their own behaviors and that of their spouse and determine strategies to appreciate their strengths and find comfort in their quirks, ‘er, differences. All couples are eligible to at-

tend, even if you have attended some sessions previously. To get the most from the series it is

best to commit to attending all four nights.

ICELAND'S MAGICALNORTHERN LIGHTS TRIP

PREVIEW MEETING WEDNESDAY MAY 19 AT 5:00 p.m.

IN STABLER CONFERENCE ROOM It is time now to begin registration for this magical March

15-22, 2019 trip to Iceland. Only 24 spaces available. Discover Iceland, a land and culture forged by fire and

ice. Steaming lava fields and massive glaciers sculpt mountains and valleys, leaving thundering waterfalls and

plunging fjords. Enjoy the rare opportunity to see the aurora borealis - one of nature’s most dazzling light

displays, also known as the northern lights. Check the link for all the details:

Gateway.gocollette.com/link/825880 For more info contact Ethelyn at

ethelynkstuhr@gmail.com or 205.799.6841.

CHURCH OFFICE CLOSEDThe church office, CAC and Fitness Center will be closed Monday, April 2nd. We will reopen Tuesday, April 3rd.

The Cry Room | The Cry Room is now open in room 101 on the preschool hall. This room is for parents who would like to listen to the service but not quite ready to drop off in nursery yet. We are able to stream Traditions or the Bridge at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. If you have any questions please contact Melissa Tuton at melissa@fumct.org.

Congratulations to Our FUMCT Members

The Tuscaloosa News recently named its 2018 40 Business Professionals Under 40

awards. Congratulations to the following FUMCT members:

Shannon ChandlerNicole Bohannon Hampton

Laura Beth Oliver-AgeeTim Parker, III

Rev. Jesse TostenJosh Taylor

Mary Harmon YoungJay Young

Bicentennial T-ShirtsAs we continue to celebrate our 200 year birthday, you may want to join in the fun by sporting a Bicen-tennial T-Shirt. We have sizes from small for children

to 3X for adults. They are $10. Delivery time is usually two weeks. The shirts are 100% cotton, the Comfort Colors brand. Sign up for your size(s) and pay on line

at www.fumct.org.

Love INC is a community resource that our church supports. When someone comes into the church wanting help with managing money for rent and

food or needing help to find a job, we refer them to the excellent services of Love INC. Love INC needs volunteers with a variety of skills. If you like to work in retail, if you like to work in financial or personal

counseling, if you like to work with children, if you like to do furniture repair, Love INC needs you. Contact

Janice Stewart at (205) 614-2849, ext. 4 to sign up!

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A New Ministry FOR WOMEN AT FUMCT

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN CirclesWe encourage EVERYONE to belong to a Circle and to support all UMW special events. Find one that fits your schedule and join today!

APRIL UMW CIRCLE MEETINGSd CHARLOTTE SHAMBLIN BIBLE STUDY CIRCLE | Monday, April 9th at 10:00 a.m. in the Lee Classroom

d FAITH AND FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE | Monday, April 9th at 10:30 a.m. in the Parker Fireside Room

d CELEBRATION CIRCLE | Monday, April 9th at 5:00 p.m. in Stabler Conference Room

d CRAFTS CIRCLE | Every Wednesday from 1:00 - 4:30 p.m. in the Dee Krupp Craft Room

d WESLEYAN CIRCLE | Join us in May!

d SISTERS OF GRACE | Sunday, April 22 at 5:30 p.m. Pure Barre. Private class. $10 per person

Special Eventsd UMW JOINT LUNCHEON WITH PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN | April 16th at Noon at First Presbyterian Church | See your Circle Leader for tickets.

d UMW SUNDAY | April 22nd During 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Worship

Cul tiva te Kick OffCultivate is a new ministry for women in our church. We are off to a great start! Visit fumct.org/minis-tries/cultivate-womens-ministry to see the descrip-tions of seven new small group opportunities. Re-member that we also have six active circles of United Methodist Women and three existing Bible studies for women. Now’s the time to get involved in wom-en’s ministry for study, service and friendship. Plans for summer service projects and social activities will be announced as soon as they are confirmed. Email susankizziah@gmail.com for more information.

Celebrating 200 Years of Ministry

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14FROM 9:45 TO 11:00 A.M.

CHURCH ACTIVITY CENTER

DateSavetheBirthday Party!

200th

Our congregation has been hard at work this month working putting in serving hours!

CALLING ALL UA FACULTY,STAFF AND STUDENTS

JOIN US OCTOBER 13TH

IN THE HOMECOMING PARADE

The theme for our float is

CONNECTED BY FAITH AND LEARNING

Walk or ride with us!

CONGREGATIONAL CARE & CHURCH HAPPENINGS 8 CHURCH HAPPENINGS 5

who is mitchell? Most days, you will find Mitchell Nelson on the floor of a classroom or at the white board leading a class of 18 kindergarteners at Mountain Brook Elementary School. But on Sundays, he transforms into a musical genius, leading the Bridge Band on the keyboard. And as he has shown us on rare occasions, he has a beautiful voice, too.

GETTING TO KNOW

Y URCHURCH

NICE TO MEET YOU, mitchell nelson!Instrumentalist & Vocalist in Bridge Worship

Mitchell is from Oneonta, Alabama. He graduated from UA

contemporary service in the North Alabama conference at his home church. With the help of a friend in our congregation, Mitchell discovered that he had a passion for teaching, not for business. In 2008, he received a Masters in Education at UA and started teaching at Walker Elementary School in Tuscaloosa County.

His music career started when he was in the 4th grade, encouraged by his mother who sang in the choir and played the hand bells. By 14, he was teaching himself how to play the piano. Mitchell says that he doesn’t read music well but he knows the major and minor chords. He has an analytical mind, inherited perhaps from his engineer father, and he is able to change the music to fit the voices and the styles of the Bridge Band.

“I can take him an idea and he not only runs with it but turns it into something that the Bridge congregation requests time after time,” said Shannon Chandler, Bridge Worship Leader. “Mitchell has a special talent for music.” Mitchell has a younger sister and two beloved nephews, Maddox and Ashton. He is a creature of habit, eating the same lunch every day and arriving first to work. He is motivated by the impact he has on the chil-dren he teaches and hopes that their first year of school will always be the foundation that sets them on the path to success.

Consider the impact that Mitchell has on the Bridge. The keyboard arrangements and his leadership are the foundation for the success of the service. Thank you, Mitchell!

with a Marketing degree in 1996. He played the tuba in the Million Dollar Band. He also was the PA announcer for women’s sports at UA and for UA Baseball. He has been in the Bridge from day one, and was instrumental in starting the first

Phoenix House home build has begun!How can You help?· Work a four hour shift.· Prepare lunch for the workers.· Sponsor building materials ($50-500).· Pray for the future residents that they will continue to lead a life of sobriety.

Sign UpSign up at fumct.org/serve or contact Morgan Bruce in the church office at morgan@fumct.org or (205) 345-7261, ext. 107.

GROUP FOR MING GriefShare will begin a new 13 week cycle on April 4, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. in room 212. We are currently looking for volunteers who know sign language to help with our GriefShare class. Please email Jackie Greene at jackie@fumct.org or call 205-345-7261, ext. 104.

NEWColumbariumThe Columbarium Committee recently approved an increase in the price of the niches. Effective June 1, 2018, the price will increase by $250. You can purchase at the current price of $3,250 through May 31st. On June 1, the price will increase to $3,500. f you are interested in purchasing a niche which will hold the cremains of two people, please contact Gina Johnson gina@fumct.org or (205) 345-7261, ext. 101 for a packet of information.

April is Alcohol Awareness Month. Our church hosts multiple 12-step meetings each week for alcoholic and addicts. When Hurricane Irma roared into Florida in September, 2017, one evacuee fled to Tuscaloosa to stay with a friend of her cousin. She came in the front door of the church on a Friday, looking for the meeting location. She said she had been sober 30 days. For her, the meeting was a life-line, helping her to stay in recovery—giving her strength, understanding and hope. In Whistling in the Dark: An ABC Theologized, author Frederick Buechner writes about the A.A. experience.

Alcoholics Anonymous, or A.A., is the name of a group of men and women who acknowledge that addiction to alcohol is ruining their lives. Their purpose in coming together is to give it up and help others do the same. They realize they can't pull this off by themselves. They believe they need each other, and they believe they need God. The ones who aren't so sure about God speak instead of their Higher Power.

When they first start talking at a meeting, they introduce themselves by saying, "I am John. I am an alcoholic," "I am Mary. I am an alcoholic," to which the rest of the group answers each time in unison, "Hi, John," "Hi, Mary." They are apt to end with the Lord's Prayer or the Serenity Prayer. Apart from that they have no ritual. They have no hierarchy. They have no dues or budget. They do not advise or proselytize. Having no buildings of their own, they meet wherever they can.

Nobody lectures them, and they do not lecture each other. They simply tell their own stories with the candor

that anonymity makes possible. They tell where they went wrong and how day by day they are trying to go right. They tell where they find the strength and under-standing and hope to keep trying. Sometimes one of them will take special responsibility for another—to be available at any hour of day or night if the need arises. There's not much more to it than that, and it seems to be enough. Healing happens. Miracles are made.

You can't help thinking that something like this is what the church is meant to be and maybe once was before it got to be big business. Sinners Anonymous. "I can will what is right but I cannot do it," is the way Saint Paul put it, speaking for all of us. "For I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I do" (Romans 7:19).

"I am me. I am a sinner.""Hi, you."Hi, every Sadie and Sal. Hi, every Tom, Dick, and Harry. It is the forgiveness of sins, of course. It is what the church is all about.

No matter what far place alcoholics end up in, either in this country or virtually anywhere else, they know that there will be an A.A. meeting nearby to go to and that at that meeting they will find strangers who are not strang-ers to help and to heal, to listen to the truth and to tell it. That is what the Body of Christ is all about.

Would it ever occur to Christians in a far place to turn to a church nearby in hope of finding the same? Would they find it? If not, you wonder what is so big about the church's business.Reprinted with permission of the Frederick Buechner Literary Assets, LLC.

Alcoholics Anonymous

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S T UD E NT M I N I S T RY

JUNE 25TH-28TH5:30-7:45 P.M.

SAVE THE DATE FOR

VACATION

BIBLE SCHOOL

2018

For children who will be 4 years old by September 1 of 2018

VBS MENU*MONDAY

Chicken Fingers & french FriesTUESDAY

Pizza & ChipsWEDNESDAY

Hamburger & TotsTHURSDAY

Corn Dogs & Chips*These meals are included in your VBS registration fee. If your child would rather have an alternative meal, please send a dinner that

does not need to be heated.

Online sign up will begin on May 1 on the church

website. $15.00 per child covers a t-shirt, music CD and dinner each night. Family maximum

of $45.00. Please contact AmyThigpen if you would like

to volunteer to lead a group and/or decorate

at amy@fumct.org.

MONDAY- THURSDAY

Sunday, May 6th DURING 11:00 AM TRADITIONS WORSHIP

WITH A RECEPTION AT 10:00 AM IN PARKER FIRESIDEWe will recognize babies born from January 2017 – December 2017 in the 11:00 a.m. service. During the reception photos will made for each family and be mailed to you as a keepsake. We are blessed to honor our newest church members. Moms, dads and siblings are invited to this event. Con-

tact melissa@fumct.org to R.S.V.P. by April 29th.

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New BabySunday

Friday, May 4th 9 A.M. - 11 A.M. AND 12:30 P.M. - 2:30 P.M.The 3-legged race. Bean bag toss. Egg relay. We are hosting a Field Day at Arcadia Elementary and weneed your help!We want to honor the #Difference Makers, the teachers and the staff at Arcadia Elementary, by running the Field Day activities for them. We need volunteers to register the students, monitor the races, hand out the ribbons and be cheerleaders for the students. No athletic ability needed, just a smile and a love for children. Sign up for a two hour time slot at by scanning the QR code above with your smart phone! .

#Difference

day Maker

atArcadia

Elementary

FOOMACK resumes on Wednesdays,

starting April 4 th. Join us for dinner at 6:00 p.m.

in the Horton Café.The program will follow,

6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

SAVE THE DATES E N I O R S U N D A Y

Mark your calendars to celebrate our high school graduates!

Contact charlee@fumct.org for more details.

-MAY 6TH-