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Chancel Choir & Orchestra
Present Vivaldi's Gloria

Sunday, December 4 
8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 am | Sanctuary

First United Methodist Church of Arlington's Chancel Choir & Orchestra will present Vivaldi's Gloria on Sunday, December 4th at 8:15, 9:30, or 11:00 am in the Sanctuary. It is one of the most joyful works of musical literature. We hope you will invite a friend to come and worship with us this Sunday!

 

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Stewardship Update

The pledge campaign continues and we have received pledges totaling $1,900,950, 89% of our 2017 budget goal. To everyone who turned in a card, Thank You. If you have not turned in your 2017 pledge card we ask you to prayerfully consider your commitment and pledge as soon as possible. 

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Poinsettia Dedications
Due by this Sunday, December 4
Christmas Poinsettias are given in honor or in loving memory of a special person, and a list of honorees will be included in the December 11 worship guide. Poinsettias cost $10 and forms are available in the church office. Dedications must be received by Sunday, December 4 to be included in the December 11 worship guide.
Contact Lori Davis for more information
First Friday
Fri, December 2
6:00-9:00 pm
A program to provide an evening of respite for parents of special needs children once a month. A team of volunteers provide childcare on the first Friday evening of the month while parents enjoy a night out. Contact Ellen Bauman for more information. 
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Men@First
Sat, December 3
8:30-9:30 am | Division St. Diner
Join men from FUMC of Arlington on the first Saturday of each month for fellowship, food, and a devotional. 
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Arlington Holiday Lights Parade
Sat, December 3
Last day to register!
5:30-8:00 pm
We are recruiting members and families of our congregation to ride on our church’s float in the Arlington Holiday Light Parade. We will meet at the float at 5:30 for the parade which begins at 6:00. Dress according to the weather. You may want to bring a blanket to sit on as well as to keep you warm. More details will be emailed to those registered.
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Christmas Pageant
Sun, December 4
5:00-7:00 pm | Great Hall
Children’s Christmas Play followed by cookies and refreshments. Contact Janie Johnson or Rachel Patman for more information on how you can get involved.
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Line Dancing
Caroling With the Choir
Wed, December 7
7:30-8:30 pm | Meet in the Choir Room
Come and join the choir and youth as we go caroling in our neighborhood! 
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Amazing Grace Live Nativity & Art Sale
Sun, December 11

9:00-11:00 am in Room 153. Come and walk through the Manger Scene performed by our very own Amazing Grace members. We are also going to have an Art Show and Sale in the main hallway, from 8:00 am-12:00 pm. Art sale proceeds will go to the Endowment Fund and are tax deductible. Amazing Grace will purchase bricks for Jenna Weber and Brook Thompson.

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Christmas Ring & Sing
Sun, December 11

 5:00-6:30 pm | Great Hall
A fun-filled musical evening of carol singing and jingle bell ringing, as well as performances by Children’s Choirs, Testament Youth Choir, Chancel Choir, Center313, and Youth Praise Band. Bring jingle bells to ring!


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Dr. Mosser's Lectionary Bible Study Potluck
Tues, December 13

5:30-7:00 pm | Banquet Room
Each Tuesday Dr. Mosser presents information on the four scriptures from which the next Sunday’s sermons will focus. On December 13, Dr. Mosser will conclude the fall session of the Lectionary Study with a potluck at 5:30 pm and the study from 6:00-7:00 pm.

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First Prayers

Blessings for those who have a new addition to their family. Congratulations to...
  • Rea & Lynn Stevenson on the birth of their granddaughter, River Rose Stevenson on 11/13. River’s parents are Andrew & Mary Stevenson
  • Sandy Godwin on the birth of her grandson, Brazos Lester Stephens born on 11/17 to Bradley and Nancy Stephens of Granbury
We pray for those who have experienced a loss. Condolences to...
  • Jean Candler on the death of her son-in-law, Michael Takemura of Houston on 11/13
  • The friends of Carolyn Badgett who died 11/14
  • The family & friends of Katherine Patterson who died 11/19
  • Shirley Weber and family on the death of Jenna on 11/20
  • The family & friends of Dale Sears who died 11/20
  • Shawn Dickler on the death of his grandfather, Joe Dickler on 11/25 in New Jersey
  • Tracy & Richard Carnes and family on the death of his step-mother, Penny Carnes on 11/26 in Cleveland, TX
  • Ruth Martin and family on the death of her brother-in-law, Bill Robison on 11/29 in Plano
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