6:30 - 8pm in the Fallout Shelter.

Potluck Supper in Grace hall at 5:45 p.m. followed by the program and decorating int he sanctuary at 6:30 led by the 2012 Confirmation Class.

at the home of Betty Moseley

Children and Youth will sing at 11am worship.

in the parlor for lesson followed by lunch at 11:30

December 12 and 13 with lunch each day in Grace Hal at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm.  Concerts in sanctuary at noon.

December 12 and 13 with lunch each day in Grace Hal at 11:30 am and 12:30 pm.  Concerts in sanctuary at noon.

in church parlor

at the home of Barbar Walker (circle membrs who would like to help are asked to meet in Grace Hall at 8:45 to set tables for Music on the Square).

Grace Hall

"Lessons & Carols"

Christmas Joy Offering received

"Lessons & Carols"

Christmas Joy Offering received

Saturday, December 24 at 4:30 p.m. for the family service and 7:00 p.m. for Candlelight-Communion.

Both services will be conducted in the sanctuary of the church.

Special Offering received

Saturday, December 24 at 4:30 p.m. for the family service and 7:00 p.m. for Candlelight-Communion.

Both services will be conducted in the sanctuary of the church.

Special Offering received

No Church School

11:00 a.m. Worship Only

No Church School

11:00 Worship Only

at First United Methodist Church

Ordination and installation of new church officers at 8:30 a.m.

Ordination and installation of new church officers at 8:30 a.m.

North Texas Celebration!

January 14-16

What is North Texas Celebration?
    A fun-filled spiritual development weekend; great music, exciting games, inspiring talks, and lots of cool people!
    A youth version of Presbyterian Pilgrimage (formerly known as  Cursillo)

Where and when?
    The weekends are scheduled for Camp Gilmont, Gilmer, Texas (near Tyler/Longview)

    Current plans are to hold weekends in January and July/August each year
    See http://www.campgilmont.org for more information and directions

Who makes up the staff?
    The staff is made up of youth who have attended prior weekends
    Also, "moms" and "dads" who are there as chaperones and support - NOT to run things
    And a COOL Presbyterian spiritual advisor who will be present throughout the weekend

Who can come?
    Senior high youth 9th through 12th grade (completed 8th grade)
    Although sponsored by the Presbyterians, any youth from any church can come (so bring your friends!)

What are we going to do?  Will it be weird?
    We will be singing some great Christian music led by a live youth band
    We hear some amazing talks given by youth and our spiritual advisor
    There will be some really fun community building activities as well as some awesome faith building activities
    One of the best parts of the weekend are lots of big and little surprises that will help us understand how much God really loves us!

What should I do if my parents want make me go and I don't want to?
    Well, all we can say is - that has happened a bunch of times - BUT, the overwhelming response we have normally heard from people who went anyway is OHMIGOSH
    THIS IS SO AWESOME WHY DIDN'T SOMEBODY TELL ME ABOUT THIS SOONER I WANT TO GO BACK AND SERVE ON STAFF AS SOON AS I CAN AS MANY TIMES
    AS I CAN!!

How much does it cost?
    The total cost of the weekend is $130 for staff and $110 for participants - includes all food, lodging and activities

OK, now I am interested...  How can I sign up?
    There are separate applications available for youth participants, youth staff, college staff and adult moms/dads - see upcoming weekend tab for applications

    The registrar for North Texas is Melvyn Turner - print and mail your applications to the address on the form

What do I need to bring?
    We will be staying in bunk beds cabins, so you will need a sleeping bag and pillow
    Bring all your bathroom gear, such as soap, towel, shampoo, toothbrush, AXE, etc
    Bring your favorite bible and a notebook if you want to keep a journal
    Is it even necessary to say?  NO illegal drugs, alcohol, firearms, fireworks, knives, pepper spray, nunchuks, light sabres, nerve gas - you get the picture....

I want to be a Mom/Dad, but I don't normally work with youth.  Do I need to have a background check?
    Child safety is a top priority for the North Texas Celebration community.  Every adult who works with youth needs to comply with their local church's child safety policy
    for working with children and youth 
    If your local church does not have a child safety background check process, contact nikkipt@gmail.com for more information

But I have more questions?!?
    Email Nikki Thompson at nikkipt@gmail.comIs North Texas Celebration part of North Texas Pilgrimage/Cursillo?

    Yes!  Nikki Thompson is the Celebration Coordinator for the North Texas Pilgrimage (formerly Cursillo) Council; you can email her at the address above

at First United Methodist

7-8:30 p.m. on Monday, January 23, 2012, in the church parlor

Seminar presented by Julie Rucker of the Alzheimer’s Association, “The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease.”

Learn about:
* Symptoms and effects of Alzheimer’s disease and other
   types of dementia
* How Alzheimer’s affects the brain
* Causes and risk factors
* How to find out if it’s Alzheimer’s disease
* The benefits of early detection
* How to address a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease
* Stages of the disease
* Treatment
* Hope for the future
* Ways the Alzheimer’s Association can help

Confirmation Class LOCK-UP will be Friday, January 27 from 6-10 p.m. The 2012 Confirmation Class and Elder Pals will meet and, following a pizza dinner, they will play games and activities before watching a movie. Call Tammy Moyes if your confirmand is unable to attend.

Pine Tree 7th Grade Gym
1701 Pine Tree Rd
Longview, TX 75604

Pine Tree 7th Grade Gym
1701 Pine Tree Rd
Longview, TX 75604

Pine Tree 7th Grade Gym
1701 Pine Tree Rd
Longview, TX 75604

Pine Tree 7th Grade Gym
1701 Pine Tree Rd
Longview, TX 75604

Pine Tree 7th Grade Gym
1701 Pine Tree Rd
Longview, TX 75604

Pine Tree 7th Grade Gym
1701 Pine Tree Rd
Longview, TX 75604

Pine Tree 7th Grade Gym
1701 Pine Tree Rd
Longview, TX 75604

Pine Tree 7th Grade Gym
1701 Pine Tree Rd
Longview, TX 75604

Pine Tree 7th Grade Gym
1701 Pine Tree Rd
Longview, TX 75604

Makemie Room

Meeting of parents of youth going on Mission trips in 2012.

3-G Club
Gab, Games, and Good Food
4th Wednesday of each month
January 25, 2012
11:30 a.m.—till the games are finished
All adults are welcome to come play bridge, mahjong, dominoes, board games and enjoy a time of fellowship with a light lunch..
Contact Dotty Smith or Marge Dome for more information

Jr. High will meet in FOS

Sr. High will meet in Grace Hall

Practice in Grace Hall.

No Senior High Bible studies.

12:30-2:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided.

In the FOS

12-4 p.m. in Grace Hall. 

Lunch will be provided.

In Grace Hall

Lunch will be provided.

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Jr. and Sr. High

If you will not be able to attend please notify Jason by May 4th.

All monies due May 4th.

Women’s Retreat at Camp Gilmont will be held February 3-5. “It will be a Spiritual retreat where we will connect with our sisters in Christ, seek restoration, hear some good stories and be transformed into something beautiful by the Word of God.” Rev Betsy Lockhart, MDiv., Pastor, Worship Curator and Storyteller will lead the weekend. Call the church office or visit the gilmont website for more information.

Women’s Retreat at Camp Gilmont will be held February 3-5. “It will be a Spiritual retreat where we will connect with our sisters in Christ, seek restoration, hear some good stories and be transformed into something beautiful by the Word of God.” Rev Betsy Lockhart, MDiv., Pastor, Worship Curator and Storyteller will lead the weekend. Call the church office or visit the gilmont website for more information.

at the home of Sandra Skoog

On Sunday, February 12, all adults and Senior High Youth will meet together in the sanctuary during the Sunday School hour from 9:45-10:45 a.m. for “A Visit with our Grace Presbytery Staff.”

During the meeting our General Presbyter, Jan DeVries, and the Associate General Presbyter, Mike Thompson, will address issues of polity and procedure in the PCUSA, including questions about 10A.

In order to make the meeting as efficient as possible, we are requesting that you come prepared with your questions related to the PCUSA.

in the church parlor

in the church parlor

at the church

at the church

Handbell Festival
6 PM, Sunday, February 19
At First United Methodist Church
Come to hear handbell choirs from FUMC, 1st Christian Church, Trinity Episcopal Church, 1st Baptist Church, Greggton UNC as well as our Chancel Bell Choir ringing together such favorites as “Be Thou My Vision,” “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing,” “Lift High the Cross” and many others. There will be brass on several pieces. There is no charge for this evening of beautiful music. We hope to see you there at 6 o’clock!

3-G Club
Gab, Games, and Good Food
4th Wednesday of each month
February 22, 2012
11:30 a.m.—till the games are finished
All adults are welcome to come play bridge, mahjong, dominoes, board games and enjoy a time of fellowship with a light lunch..
Contact Dotty Smith or Marge Dome for more information

Wednesday, February 22
The Rev. Jonathan Jehorek
“Who Is Jesus Christ?”
Ezekiel 27
6:30 p.m. - Worship

Through music, prayer, Scripture meditation and the imposition of ashes, this brief service will
call us to consider the importance of growing in faith through our Savior, Jesus Christ.

at First Presbyterian Church-Longview

Next Pilgrimage Weekend
(formerly called “Cursillo”)
March 1-4, 2012
at Lake Lavon Christian Camp
near the DFW metroplex

What is Presbyterian Pilgrimage?
Pilgrimage is a purposefully designed method for renewing the faith of individuals and, through the individuals, the environments in which they live and work.
During the 3 days of a Pilgrimage weekend, participants form a small Christian community, worship and study together, and
communicate with one another in order to gain a personal, living awareness of their faith, and the joys and responsibilities such a faith brings.
The weekend is not designed to convert from unbelief to belief. It is intended for members of the Presbyterian Church who already have faith and who seek continued growth in that faith and commitment.
Contact Karen Harris for more information or to register, go to the website:
www.ntpp.org

Children’s Choir Begins Wednesday February 1
5:15 p.m. in the choir rehearsal room
This activity is for those children who will begin Kindergarten next year through 5th graders.
If your child has not yet participated this year, bring them on the 1st. It is real fun!

LUNCH AND A MOVIE
Adult Luncheon and Movie

Wednesday, January 11th
11:30 a.m.
Meal is served in Grace Hall
and movie will be shown in the FallOut Shelter

Come join us for a fun meal, a movie
and lots of fellowship!

Call the church to make your reservation.

Under threat by fundamentalist terrorists,
a group of Trappist monks stationed with
an impoverished Algerian community must
decide whether to leave or stay in this
month’s movie, Of Gods and Men.

If you have questions or need transportation please call
Jane Bogue at 903-759-5925 or Felicia Moore at 903-753-0828

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