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OCTOBER 21 - NOVEMBER 3 | 2018 VOLUME 198 ISSUE 21

HURRICANE MICHAEL RELIEF P. 3Learn how you can do your part in the

wake of Hurricane Michael.

MUSIC AND WORSHIP ARTS DEDICATION Ps. 2 & 4Join us as we celebrate and dedicate all who

serve through music and worship arts at FUMC.

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IN LOVE AND REMEMBRANCE TO

Becky and Scott Snyder on the death of Becky's father, Rudolph "Rudy" Hinote. Rudy passed away on October 9, 2018 at the age of 90.

Diane Hilleke on the death of her mother, Martha Dodson. Martha died September 2, 2018 in Gadsden, AL.

Mary Ann Ballew on the death of her husband, Bill.

CONGRATULATIONS Michelle Moody and Brett Olliff on their marriage on October 13, 2018.

Heather Barrineau and Ian Stone on their marriage on October 13, 2018.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Loretta Lamon

Vy Nguyen

Robin Wright

Doran Yorfailug

Sunday, October 28, is Music and Worship Arts Dedication at FUMC, Pensacola. This is a day to celebrate and dedicate all who serve through music and worship arts to help lead the congregation in worship. Most of our choir will be combined at the 8:00 and 11:00am Main Sanctuary services along with the Perdido Brass. This will be the 25th dedication that Heidi and I have had the privilege to share with you. Each year I think it will be impossible to be more appreciative of, or more blessed by, the many volunteers involved in our music program. And yet every year I AM moved “to a more profound Alleluia” in worship because of the members of our congregation who work so hard to lead us in worship.

Did you know that you are a member of a choir at FUMC, Pensacola? The congregation is the primary choir, so it is you who are chiefly responsible for worshipping God through music, or through a joyful noise if you think you can’t sing. I hope you take this responsibility and this gift seriously!

Bach said, “The aim and final reason for all music should be nothing else but the glory of God and the refreshment of the spirit.” Heidi and I cannot thank all of you enough for the hard work and generous spirit that you bring to the work of glorifying God.

Bach also signed his music manuscripts with “Soli Deo gloria” which is Latin for “solely to God’s glory.” I hope you know that we never think of the music that we provide as a performance for our own glory. We try to always be mindful that we are offering our talents to God in hopes that those who are present will be brought closer into the presence of God in worship. That’s why it’s okay to sing out from your pew – you’re not performing, you’re giving your voice to God as an offering. “Let us continually offer a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that confess his name.” (Hebrews 13:15)

I hope you will join us on October 28 as we dedicate those involved in worship arts and ourselves to another year of singing God’s praises!

Rev. Dr. Rick Branch

Minister of Music

PASTORAL LETTER

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Hurricane Michael has left a wave of devastation across the Panhandle of Florida, Alabama, Georgia, and the Carolinas. Those in our area who stayed through the storm and those now returning to the devastation are in great need. The conference has asked us to help in four ways; they are our "Calls to Action."

CONFERENCE-WIDE CALLS TO ACTION

1) PRAYThe first thing each of us can do is pray for our neighbors in need. If you want to send in a prayer request, email it to [email protected]. Please type “Prayer Request” in the subject line.

2) DONATEThe quickest way you can personally help those in need is through monetary donations. You can write a check out to First United Methodist Church and write Hurricane Michael Relief on the memo line. You can also give online through the link below. Once you are on the donation page, scroll down to the section titled “Other.” Type your gift amount in the first space and make sure you type Hurricane Michael Relief in the second space. Then click “Continue to Secure Payment Form” at the bottom of the page. Gift cards to gas stations and "big box" stores (Target, Wal-Mart, Lowes, Home Depot, etc.) are also accepted. Thank you for your gifts.

3) VOLUNTEERIn the coming days we will be putting together teams to take over to the affected areas to hand out food and water, assist in the cleanup, or do whatever else might be needed. If you would like to be a part of these teams, email the Rev. Brandon Bures at [email protected]. In the email include your name(s), a phone number, and the days that you can be available. Please type “Hurricane Recovery Teams” in the subject line of the email.

4) PUT TOGETHER UMCOR KITSCompleted UMCOR cleaning and hygiene kits will be needed in the coming days. For the items needed in each bucket and instructions on packing the bucket, visit umcor.org/UMCOR/Relief-Supplies. Please only collect the items listed on the card. Please follow the packing directions UMCOR has provided.

ADDITIONAL NEEDSIn addition to the four "Calls to Action" from the conference, First Church has the following needs.

HOUSINGFirst Church is asking those in our congregation who have extra rooms to open up their homes to those in need and host a family or person that has been displaced because of the storm. If you would be interested in participating please contact the Front Office (432.1434).

DONATION ITEMSWe are collecting these items to take over on our trips to the devastated area. If you are able to donate any of these items, please drop them off at the garages between 8:30am and 4:30pm Monday through Thursday. The garages are located on Guillemard St. across from the gym.

• Water • Non Perishable Food• Animal Food • Lawn Tools• Tarps• Baby Items • Flash Lights• Batteries• Chainsaws• Chainsaw Blades

• 2-Cycle Oil• Bar & Chain Oil• Gas cans• Nails and Hammers• Charcoal & Charcoal lighter • Paper products (Towels, Plates, Cups)• Wipes• Wash Cloths and Towels

HURRICANE MICHAEL RELIEF


MUSIC & WORSHIP ARTSDEDICATION

For over 25 years, we have set aside a Sunday to celebrate all those who participate in the Choir and Worship Arts groups of our church. Music and Worship Arts Dedication Sunday is a time where all the choirs of First Church join together to sing an anthem. The Choirs have a total of over 300 members, and include the Kindergarten & 1st Grade Choir, 2nd – 4th Grade Choir, Club 56 Choir, Mid High Choir, Senior High Choir, and Handbell Choir. The role of the choir is to encourage the congregation to sing out and share scripture or sacred text in a way that the congregation can understand them. While the organized choir’s role is important, the primary choir is always the congregation.

We hope you join us on October 28, at the 8:00am and 11:00am Main Sanctuary Services to support Music and Worship Arts Dedication Sunday!

OCTOBER 28 | 8:00 & 11:00AM | MAIN SANCTUARY SERVICES

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Your Estimate of Giving, in addition to being an important act of sacrificial faith, is a necessary resource which allows your church to build a responsible budget for ministry during the following year. If you have not already pledged for 2019, please consider completing your card today. Your church understands that this is an estimate and may need to be adjusted.

THE GROWING SEASON

StewardshipEstimate of Giving for 2019 Update

Number of Cards Received: 317

Current Total Estimate of Giving for 2019: $1,476,499.57

Still Needed: $823,500.43

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$1,476,499.57

All members of the Church are asked to join us for our annual food drive for the Great Day of Giving. We will be supplying 80 food boxes for families in need from area schools . We are asking that each age-level bring in the following items:

CHURCH PRESCHOOL | Canned FruitMCA PRESCHOOL & AFTERSCHOOL | Canned VeggiesKINDERGARTEN | Mac'n Cheese1ST & 2ND | Rice3RD & 4TH | Chili and/or Soup

TWEENS | Canned FruitYOUTH | Boxed Oatmeal & Instant Pancake Mix ADULTS | Peanut Butter, Saltine Crackers, Spaghetti & Spaghetti Sauce

Food items can be dropped off in our collection boxes located in the front office, Perry Home, and Education Building anytime between October 28th & November 25th. Food boxes will be assembled by church members at our annual Great Day of Giving event on Sunday, December 2nd.


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CHRISTIAN EDUCATIONContact: Lisa Bond [email protected]

ADDICTION & GRACEAll are invited to attend Addiction and Grace, a study led by Dr. Jim White. We all have struggles, addictions, or attachments that cause us to question God's love and grace. This is for anyone who has an addiction issue, knows of someone in your family or friends' group who does, or is interested in learning more about what people struggle with from substance abuse to work addiction, eating challenges, technology, exercising, etc. Come to the introduction class on Thursday, October 18 at 6:00pm in the Perry Home. This study will be a 6 week study that will continue to meet on Thursdays, October 25 - December 13 at 6:00pm. For more information, contact Lisa Bond.

COMMUNITY GROUPSOur Community Group Launch was a huge success with 14 new groups starting and some interest in starting a few others. If you are interested in joining any of these groups, please contact Donell Seager at [email protected] or Lisa Bond at [email protected] to find out more.

College Young AdultsWomen’sMen’s Bible StudyParents of ChildrenParents of TweensParents of Youth

Prayer GroupCaregiversAddiction & GraceMissionsSocial JusticeVeteransDaniel Plan

NEED AN ADVENT STUDY? We have lots of Advent studies available for any interested classes and groups. If you would like a list or would like to come and look at options, please contact Lisa Bond.

CHURCH-WIDE

AN EVENING WITH JOHN APPLEYARDRESCHEDULED Due to the recent events surrounding Hurricane Michael we have decided to postpone this event until early next year. Watch for more information.

MISSING LIBRARY BOOKS Recently, we have been unable to locate several books from our shelves that are listed in our inventory. If you find one of our missing books in your home, it would be a great help if they were returned to the Book Drops -- Main Library (by the elevator) or the Children’s Library (by the hallway entrance to the 2nd floor Education Building). Thank you for your assistance in locating our strays!

FIFTY FORWARDContact: Debra Tallman [email protected] SILVER & GOLDOctober 25 | 10:30am The Wright Place | $5.00Perdido Bay UMC Senior Ministry will be joining us for an Opera-Tunity to be entertained by the Pensacola Opera Artists in Residence. Call the Church Office to sign up (432.1434).

COFFEE WITH FRIENDSTuesday, November 6 | 9:30am Joe Harrell Library Join us on Tuesday, November 6 at 9:30am for coffee in the Joe Harrell Library. This is an opportunity to get out of the house, see old friends and meet new friends. "Coffee with Friends" will meet every Tuesday at 9:30am so mark your calendars. We look forward to seeing you.

50 FORWARD LUNCH OUTNovember 8 | 11:30am | O'Briens BistroAll are welcome to join us for November's Lunch Out to O'Briens Bistro. Call the Church Office to sign up. (432.1434).

RUTH’S KITCHENContact: Susie Schmidt [email protected]

WEDNESDAY MEALS 5:00 - 6:00pm | The Wright Place

OCTOBER 24Chicken and Sausage Creole, Rice, Corn, Salad, Cornbread, and Bread Pudding with Praline Sauce October 31No Dinner or Activities

MISSIONSContact: Brandon Bures [email protected]

EARLY RESPONSE TEAM COURSEOctober 27 | 9:00am - 3:30pm Pace First UMC | $20 (lunch & materials) UMCOR equips United Methodists to prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Early Response Teams (ERTs) fill a specific need in the early days after a disaster to clean out flood-damaged homes, remove debris, place tarps on homes, and otherwise help to prevent further damage while providing a caring Christian presence. To find out more or to register to participate, contact Pace First UMC Church Office at (850) 994-5608 or Ron Toole at (850) 582-2605.

2nd SUNDAY SERVING AT LOAVES & FISHES First Church is still serving at Loaves & Fishes and is in need of volunteers (17 & older) for the following dates: November 11, December 9, & January 13. Contact Katie Ramsey ([email protected]) for more info.

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fumcpensacolastay connectedSUNDAY 8:00am, 9:30am, 11:00am & ICON AT 11:00am

SERVICE TIMESMUSICContact: Dr. Rick Branch [email protected]

MUSIC AND WORSHIP ARTS DEDICATIONAll children and youth choirs, along with the Handbell Choir, will sing at the beginning of the 8:00 and 11:00am Main Sanctuary Services on Sunday, October 28. They will be free to leave/join their families about 12 minutes in to each service. The children and youth will warm up at 7:35am in the classroom at the bottom of the inside sanctuary stairs.

ALL SAINTS’ BANNERYou are invited to pin bells to our All Saints’ banner in memory of those who are Saints to you. The banner will be used during the All Saints’ Services on the first Sunday in November. The banner can be found in the Great Hall, the Front Office, or outside the Chapel.

SANCTUARY CHOIRSunday, October 21: sing at 11:00am

Sunday, October 28: sing at 8:00 and 11:00am

Sunday, November 4: sing at 11:00am

YOUTH CHOIRSunday, October 21: combined rehearsal 4:30-5:30pm. Ensembles at 4:00pm

Sunday, October 28: sing for Choir Dedication at the beginning of the 8:00 and 11:00am services.

CLUB 56 CHOIRSunday, October 28: sing for Choir Dedication at the beginning of the 8:00 and 11:00am services

You sing at the beginning of the 11:00am sanctuary service on November 25.

CHILDREN’S CHOIRSWednesdays at 3:00pm, for children in 1st Grade – 4th grade.

Kindergarten Choir meets at 3:30PM.Sunday, October 28: sing for Choir Dedication at the beginning of the 8:00 and 11:00am services

The 2nd – 4th Grade Choir sing at the beginning of the 11:00am sanctuary service on November 25.

TWEENSContact: Mary Bond [email protected]

HALLOWEEN CARNIVALOctober 28th | 5:30 - 7:00pm Youth BuildingCome join us for the Halloween Carnival dressed in your Halloween costumes. There will be crafts, games, face painting, costume contests, a cake walk, sports, and more! A snack supper will be provided. Please bring canned fruits and vegetables for Great Day of Giving.

GIRLS OF GRACENovember 2nd | 5:30 - 7:30pm Youth BuildingAll 5th and 6th grade girls are invited to join us for dinner, a lesson, and a fun activity! Cost to be determined. RSVP by Monday, October 29 by emailing Mary Bond.

DUDES WITH DENISENovember 2nd | 5:30 - 7:30pm Youth BuildingAll 5th and 6th grade boys are invited to join us for an off campus field trip. Cost to be determined! RSVP by Monday, October 29th by emailing Denise Van Atta.

CLUB 56 Sundays | 4:30 - 6:30pmRegular Sunday night programming for our Tweens has resumed. Meet in the atrium by the church office at 4:30pm. We will play games, have a lesson, and then go to choir.

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CHRISTMAS CREATIONS November 16 | 9:00am - 5:00pmNovember 17 | 9:00am - 2:00pmJoin us for our 41st Annual Christmas Creation Arts & Craft Show. Santa will join us on Saturday from 11:00am - 1:00pm, with lunch served both days from 11:00am - 1:00pm. Get a host gift for Thanksgiving and start on your Christmas list. Stop by the Sweet Shoppe for cheese straws, cookies and pies. All proceeds will be awarded to our grant recipients, Capstone and United Ministries. Calling all ladies of the church to join the fun and volunteer in one of these areas: luncheon hostess, greeter hostess, decorations, Sweet Shoppe goodies and publicity. To volunteer, call or text Chairlady Adrienne Crews (850.530.4397) or Tricia Thomas (850.516.8201).

YOUTHContact: Denise Van Atta [email protected]

HALLOWEEN CARNIVALOctober 28th | 5:30 - 7:00pm Youth BuildingAll youth are encouraged to volunteer to help run the Halloween Carnival for preschoolers-6th graders. If you are interested in helping, contact Katherine Varnson at [email protected].

SUNDAY NIGHT YOUTHEvery Sunday | 4:30 - 7:30 pm Youth BuildingAll youth are invited to join us for regular Sunday night programming in the youth building. We will worship, eat dinner, play games, go to choir, and study the Bible.

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