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IPCHURCH STAFFDoug Newton, Senior Pastor

Greg Groves, Pastor of Christian Education and YouthCarl Brannon, Pastor of Discipleship and Outreach

Tom & Nora Ryan,* Pastor to SeniorsLaurel Shaw, Office Manager

Chrisy Ennen, Church AdministratorLisa Barber,* Director of Early Childhood/Family Ministries

Susan Chism,* Administrative Assistant In FinanceJoel Gropp,* Executive Producer of Worship and Programming

Kelcey Gropp,* Director of Young Adult MinistriesChristie Kessinger,* Director of Grade School Ministries

Kristen Markell, Director of Music MinistriesCarolyn Martin,* Director of CommunicationsMargie Newton,* Director of Prayer Ministries

Tina Watterson, Director of Congregational Care and Connection

*Indicates Part-time PersonnelAll staff emails are first name.last name@greenvillefmc.org

BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION 2012-2013

1367 Illinois Route 140 | Greenville, IL 62246(618)664-2584 | www.greenvillefmc.org

“God bless you!” The words burst out instinctively almost with the same force of a sneeze at times. For some, the phrasecarries a bit of superstitious caution as if bad fortune will strike the sneezer or hearer if the blessing is withheld. Everybody likes the idea of being blessed, and this is, after all, the season when we “count our blessings.” However, could it be that we have neglected one of the most powerful resources God has given us –the blessing? How many unexpressed and unclaimed blessings might there be waiting in a blessing warehouse like lonely, un-claimed baggage at the airport. This morning we will explore thepossibilities and responsibilities waiting to be released – andhow we might unleash unclaimed blessings.

If you are our guest today, please stop by one of the Welcome Centers before you leave to get more information and a gift.If you have children, we provide very safe surroundings and wonderful activities. See more information inside this folder.

Please fill out a Communication Card when it is distributed and place it in the basket on your way out. Don’t hesitate to jot down a prayer request. Again, welcome, as we worship God for who He is and listen to what He says.

Welcome to Greenville Free Methodist ChurchGreenville Free Methodist Church November 25, 2012

Equipping a People Reaping a Harvest Continuing the VisionCE/Youth Annex 2-Year Building Campaign (10/01/11~09/30/13)

3.95 m−Original Cost (Constr. 05/08); $2,875,350−Remaining on loan as of 11/05/12

$20,000 Needed for Monthly Mortgage Payment and 10% Tithe is paid from building fund income plus initial lump sum contributions.

Missions Tithe: 10% of funds raised for cost of construction are used to build overseas

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Pastor Doug Newton, ChairGinny Borwick

Jim ButtsJohn Dawdy

Kent KroberCarolyn Martin

Jerry Moyer

Dawn MulhollandGeorge PetersLaura Pierce

THANK YOU FOR YOUR FAITHFUL GIVING(reflects offerings through last week)

November (3 Weeks of Giving)Operations Budget Needed

Actual Received Building Fund Budget Needed**

Actual Received

Oper. Budget Needed Year to DateActual Received Year to Date

$ 56,458$ 59,162$ 15,000$ 15,863

$ 884,514$ 824,852 (-$ 59,662)

Worship in SongSing to the King; God Is Great; Thank You

Presentation of Tithes and OfferingOffertory−Praise Team

MessageUnclaimed Blessings Psalm 67

Pastor Carl Brannon

8:45 a.m. Service

10:30 a.m. Service

ADULT CLASSES 9:00 a.m.

Exploring Life Issues from a Biblical PerspectiveLed by Rich Beans and Norm Hall (C101)

Stories from Us−Jason PierceEach week a different class member will share a testimony of God's workin their lives.Facilitated by Phil Siefken (FMY Room)

ADULT CLASSES10:30 a.m.

Ecclesiastes -- Be SatisfiedLed by Kent Krober (C101)

James: Jesus' Young Brother−What He Said Jesus TaughtLed by Rich Stephens, Doane Bonney, and Tom Ryan (C105)

The Relationship between Religion and Science(8-week series−October 7 to November 25) All are welcome to join the Emmanuel and Bible Basics Adult ClassesLed by Dr. Hugh Siefken (Young Teen Room)PARENTS: If you are keeping your infant with you during the service, but need to

step out at any time, the Lounge area in the CE/Youth Annex is available as a cry room. The service is shown on the screen in that room.

NURSERY provided for infants and toddlers from 8:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSESHigh School — Room C103, 9:00 a.m.Junior High Girls — Room C105, 9:00 a.m. Junior High Boys — Room C107, 9:00 a.m.

EARLY CHILDHOOD (2’s - Kindergarten) 8:45 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Fruits of the Spirit 10:45 a.m. Application Hour

GRADE SCHOOL (Grades 1-5) 8:45 a.m. Kids’ Church

10:45 a.m. Sunday School (Grade School children should be picked up at 10:00 a.m. to attend the opening of the worship service with their parents.)

Sermon note paper can be found at theWelcome Centers as well as notebooks in which to keep your sermon notes.

Notebooks are $8.00.

TODAY @ GFMC

Jo Ann Noble, OrganPastor Greg Groves

Jesus Shall ReignWith A Song of Thanksgiving No. 558

Come Ye Thankful People, Come No. 559For the Beauty of the Earth No. 560

We Gather Together No. 561

Greg Sanders, Piano

Unclaimed Blessings Psalm 67Pastor Carl Brannon

In Thanksgiving, Let Us Praise Him No. 557

PreludeCall to Worship/InvocationCongregation/Sanctuary ChoirScripture ReadingCongregational Songs

PrayerPresentation of Tithes and OfferingsOffertoryDoxology/BlessingMessage Congregational Song

SEEKING GOD

SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday, December 5, for our All Church Prayer Gathering. Join us forWhen God's People Pray with Jim Cymbala. Exciting updates and holiday gift ideas will be given by Kim Brannon (Roots-n-Streams) and Ginger Coakley (Free to Work).

CHURCH FAMILY NOTES

PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES

WE CARE When needs arise in the Greenville Free Methodist Church

family, please call the office at 664-2584. On evenings and weekends, please feel free to call a member of the staff or your visitation minister.

Mark Your Calendar. November 25: Hanging of the Greens, 2:00 p.m., Sanctuary. December 1: Hospital Auxiliary Bazaar, 8:00 a.m., GFMC. December 2: First Sunday of Advent. December 2: Messiah Concert, 4:00 p.m., GC Whitlock Music Center. December 9: Yuletide Celebration, 6:00 p.m., Sanctuary. December 24: Candlelight Christmas Concert, 6:00 p.m., Sanctuary. December 26: No Wednesday Programming

DAYS TIME PLACE PURPOSE

Monday - Friday 6-6:45 a.m. Sanctuary Personal Prayer

Wednesday & Friday 6-6:45 a.m. Prayer Room (A103)

Gathering~Prayer for Revival, Personal and Congregational Needs

Sunday 6-6:45 a.m. Sanctuary Gathering~Morning Services and Revival for the Church

Wednesday 7-8 p.m. Prayer Room (A103)

Gathering~Community Needs, Revival, and Personal Needs

Thursday 8-9 a.m. Various Churches*

Gathering~Prayer for the Community

OUR HOUSE OF PRAYER MEETS TOGETHER TO PRAY

*During the month of November, the Bond County Prayer Initiative meets Thursdays at 8:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church, 218 E. South St.

Individual Needs: Mary Ashley Barber; Christie Kessinger; LeRoy Schantz; Connie Smith; Hilda Kemp; David and Linda Crandall; Naomi Vought5th Annual Community Pops Concert is tonight at 7:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church. Admission

is free, but donations will be received for the 'Foster Hope' organization.

Parents Night Out, sponsored by the Greenville College Women's Soccer Team, will be Friday, November 30, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the H.J. Long Gym. Donation requested. See flyer on the kiosk for more complete information.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

GFMC Society Meeting will be Sunday, December 16, at 6:00 p.m. for 2013 Budget discussion and vote. Members and non-members are invited into the discussion. Plan now to attend.

Candlelight Christmas Concert: On Christmas Eve the FMY invites all alums to sing with us in the Candlelight Christmas Concert. We have only five practices to get ready:• Wednesday, December 12, 8:00-9:00 p.m. • Sunday, December 16, 7:30-8:30 p.m.• Wednesday, December 19, 7:00-9:00 p.m.• Saturday, December 22, 9:00-10:00 a.m.• Sunday, December 23, 6:00-7:30 p.m.Please help me get this schedule into the hands of alums as we come together for this annualperformance. −Pastor Greg Groves

Sincere Sympathy� to Lola and Ashley Horsfall on the death of husband and father,

Robert.� to Jack Chism and Ginny Morgan on the death of mother and

grandmother, Marjory Chism.� to the family of Carolyn Horton, who passed away last week.

500 CANS OFSpaghetti Sauce

is what GFMC is asked to collect for the Bond County Food Baskets to be distributed in December. Cans of sauce can be placed in the tubs near theWelcome Centers through December 2.(NO GLASS JARS, PLEASE.) Thank you for your generosity!429 cans have been collected so far.

CD copies of the sermon are available for $1.00 each near the office window. If there is a past CD you would like or need CDs mailed ($3.00 each), fill out a request form located on the church office window and drop it in the black box along with payment. Audio and PowerPoint files are also available for download at: www.greenvillefmc.org. Click on “Sunday Sermon Resources and Audio.”

Messiah: Greenville Choral Union and Orchestra celebrates their 82nd performance of George Frideric Handel's oratorio Messiah on Sunday, December 2, 4:00 p.m. in the Whitlock Music Center. The 80-voice Choral Union and 40-piece Orchestra will also present a variety of other seasonal music selections. Seating for the concert begins at 3:30 p.m. An offering will be taken to defray costs of the concert. Immediately following the concert there will be a reception in the Alumni House. The concert will also be broadcast live on WGRN, 89.5 FM.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25 6:00 a.m. *Early Morning Prayer (Sanctuary)8:30/10:15 a.m. Shuttle Pick-up at Ganton Circle 8:45/10:30 a.m. Worship with Pastor Carl Brannon (8:45 a.m. worship service can be heard on WGRN 89.5 FM) Adult Classes 10:00 a.m. Community Café (CE Annex Commons) 2:00 p.m. Hanging of the Greens (Sanctuary) 4:00 p.m. Bible Quiz Practice (FMY Room) 5:00 p.m. Young Teen Choir (Fine Arts Room) Kid's Choir (C105)

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 26 4:45 p.m. Handbell Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 28 6:00 p.m. Sanctuary Choir (Fine Arts Room) 6:30 p.m. LOFTlife (Grade School Children) (The Loft) VeggieConnections (Early Childhood) (B113) 6:45 p.m. Freedom in Christ Class (A105) Young Teens (Junior High) (Young Teen Room) FMY (Senior High) (FMY Room) 7:00 p.m. Prayer Gathering (A103) 8:15 p.m. FMY Parent Meeting

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 29 8:00 a.m. Bulletin Announcements Due in Church Office Send to lolly.shaw@greenvillefmc.org 6:00 p.m. Praise Team Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1 Hospital Bazaar

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28:45/10:30 a.m. Worship with Pastor Doug Newton 4:00 p.m. Messiah (GC Whitlock Music Center)

*The church is open at 6:00 a.m. Sunday through Friday for prayer.

This calendar represents only a portion of the ministries of Greenville Free Methodist Church. For a complete list, you may visit the calendar at www.greenvillefmc.org.

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UPCOMING EVENTSNOVEMBER 25, 2012

Hanging of the Greens: Let's get together and decorate our building for the Advent and Christmas season! Come THIS AFTERNOON, at 2:00 p.m., and help us 'deck the halls!' We will enjoy homemade cookies, Christmas music, and fellowship as we work together.

First Annual McAllaster Lecture Seriesbrings theologian Dr. Stanley Hauerwasto the Greenville College campus on Monday,November 26, 7:00 p.m., in the Whitlock Music Center. Dr. Hauerwas, author ofA Community of Character: Toward aConstructive Christian Social Ethic, will speak

Jesus Birthday Offering envelopes available todayThe purpose of the JBO is to give a special gift in honor of Jesus' birth during December. This year's designations are the Jericho Fund and Transitional

Housing Ministry. In recent months God has blessed GFMC with facilities to provide spiritual support

and shelter for those striving to make forward steps through this new ministry of transitional housing.

This ministry requires start-up resources inanticipation of becoming self-supporting rather

quickly. Transitional housing is one of the greatest un-met needs in Bond County.

Hangingof theGreens

TODAY2:00 p.m.

on Faith and Politics. He has explored philosophy, ethics, and other disciplines in his effort to truthfully articulate the nature of the Christian life and the importance of the church. This event is free and open to the public.

FMY Parent Meeting 11/28, 8:15 p.m. in the FMY room to announce summer trip!

Everyone is invited to the Yuletide Celebration onSunday, December 9, 6:00 p.m. See the insert for whatto bring and additionalinformation. Reservationsand a $2/person donationis requested to coveradditional costs.