First United Methodist Church Temple Weekly Word 6/14/2020

Weekly Word 6/14/2020

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The Church Office is closed to visitors until further notice. When you call the church office please leave a voicemail, we will return your call.

All activities are canceled until further notice.

Please join us on Sundays at 11am for our live stream traditional service. Our Contemporary service is also on our website and available to you on Sundays
CLICK HERE TO GO TO OUR WEBSITE
fumctemple.org/church-online

Memory Verse: “O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good,
for his steadfast love endures for ever.” Psalm 118:29

FUMC Temple Regathering Survey

Dear Faith Family,

For the last few months, we have been sheltering in place. This has impacted every aspect of our society including how our church does ministry and worship.

From live stream worship services, Sunday school, Bible studies, community outreach, youth and children’s programs, our church is conducting ministry in ways we never have before. The good news is that the church has been up to the task. You have done a phenomenal job.

While the communities around us are beginning to open up, our church is in the process of discerning God’s will as to when we open up and what procedures will be in place to keep everyone as safe as possible.

This does not mean that live stream worship will end. In fact, we intend to offer both traditional and contemporary live stream worship on Sunday mornings as a means of outreach and to stay connected with those who cannot attend in person.

In order to make the best decisions, based on the latest information, a Regathering Taskforce has been assembled. It includes representatives from local government, the medical community, business community, education, church trustees, the administrative council, church lay leader, and staff.

Because this is an evolving situation, as of now, the Regathering Taskforce is not at the place where it can determine when our church will open. This will be reassessed on a regular basis.

In collecting relevant information, the Regathering Taskforce needs your help. Included in this email is a survey. We ask you complete it by the 18th of June.

Thank you for your patience and grace during these strange times. We will get through this and be better for it.

I pray your day is filled with joy and laughter.

Tom Robbins

THIS LINK WILL TAKE YOU TO THE SURVEY: www.fumctemple.org

Shop, Drop and Roll Drive Receives Widespread Support to
Replenish Food Pantry

On Tuesday June 9, you stepped up once more to ensure that we would never have to turn away anyone seeking temporary food assistance. Bags of food are assembled from the pantry inventory and delivered weekly to local families in need. Our hope is to continue receiving items from the pantry each month to sustain its inventory. You are to be commended for your faithful support of this meaningful outreach. Blessings - Brian

Drive Thru Prayer Resumes Friday June 19th
9:00am-10:00am

Stop by Valet Cleaners and Laundry (Temple) on the Corner of 57th Street and Scott. Pastor Brian and the Prayer Team will have their masks on and available to pray with you while staying at least 6 feet from your vehicle.

Upper Room Devotionals Can be Delivered!

The May-June edition and the July-August editions of the Upper Room devotional book have arrived at the church. Please contact kay.birkholz@fumctemple.org if you would like to have a large or regular print delivered (social distancing) to your door this week while supply last.

Women’s Ministry……had to suspend many wonderful programs, activities, luncheon, and a retreat until further notice as of March 16, 2020+++
Like many Sunday school and church groups, we have learned ways to stay in touch, study God’s Word, and now practice social distancing. I am so proud of all the women that have learned to ZOOM. We have had time to walk closer with God and allow Him to guide us in His plan for our lives and the future of our church. The women of FUMC are stronger than ever and ready to continue with His work as His plan continues to unfold.
Kay Birkholz, (Adult, Women, Program Ministry)

Tuesday Women’s Bible Study
Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Summer Study: June 23-July 11
Jesus Calling: Living With God’s Courage
By Sarah Young
Discussion every Tuesday on Zoom
(until further notice)
Join women of all ages for this eight week study and you will discover how God calls each of His children to not only resist fear, but also move through life with courage. When you walk in God’s ways and recognize that He is on your side, it gives you the confidence to proclaim to the world,
“The Lord is my helper, I will not be afraid.” (Hebrews 13:6)
Contact Kay Birkholz at kay.birkholz@fumctemple.org
for more information about how to join this study.

Dangerous Women (UMW)
Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Summer Study: May 19 – July 7
Jesus Calling: Putting Jesus First
By Sarah Young
Discussion every Tuesday on Zoom
(until further notice)
Join this UMW group of women for this eight week study and you will explore what it means to place Christ first in every part of your life—and rely on Him in the busy times, anxious times, uncertain times, and lonely times. Jesus promised,
“Seek first (God’s) kingdom…and all these things will be given to you as well” (Matthew 6:33)
Contact: Ilene Miller, ilene.millertx@gmail.com
Kay Birkholz, kay.birkholz@fumctemple.org
for more information about how to join this study.

Women’s Ministry Announces Fall Study
ALL THINGS NEW…..A Study on 2 Corinthians
By Kelly Minter
He Makes All Things New…..This study will lead you through the Letter of 2 Corinthians to discover how Paul’s encouragement to the believers in Corinth challenges the church today. As new creations in Christ, we are to spread the message of Jesus’ grace, comfort, and generosity with the world. In the way we live, we must boldly declare:
He makes all things new.
Watch the Weekly Word for location and first meeting in September.
kay.birkholz@fumctemple.org

ENJOY THIS SPECIAL MUSIC AT THE 11am Traditional Live Stream Service through JUNE!

Sunday June 14: “Only Hope” arr. Foreman; Solo - Meredith Howell

Sunday, June 21:
“Wonderful, Merciful Savior” by Selah; solo - Genevieve Myers; assisted by Sam Davis & Sean Clark

Sunday, June 28:
“Just A Little Talk with Jesus” arr. Linn; Quarantet - Sean Clark, Sam Davis, Dr. Gary Holmes, Craig Pitrucha

FUMC TEMPLE OFFERS ELECTRONIC
GIVING

Are you looking for a way to continue giving regularly to the church, even if you are gone on vacation? Sign up to make your gifts to the church through Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). This is probably the most safe, simple and convenient way to be sure your gifts are made regularly to the church. Go to our website fumctemple.org/giving

Thank you for the gift of music Dr. Bradley!!

Please check out the videos of Dr. Bradley playing some wonderful music on in our historic sanctuary.

STAY TUNED! MORE VIDEOS COMING SOON.

Here is the link: https://fumctemple.org/church-online
SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE AFTER YOU CLICK ON THE LINK.

Children’s Department Summer Sunday School!

We are still having Sunday School this summer via Zoom! Please make sure that you are subscribed to the Children's Department Newsletter, or checking the website at www.fumctemple.org/connect/children to stay up to date on everything related to the Children's Department.
Mrs. Goodfellow's 3rd-5th grade class will meet at 8:30am, and Mrs. Emily Lincoln's PK-2nd will meet at 9:20am. Meeting ID and links are on the website. If you have any questions, please direct them to children@fumctemple.org

Special Member of the Week THANK YOU!
Your cards and prayers mean so much to the special members.

“I want to think all the wonderful people who sent me the beautiful cards. What a nice surprise when I went to the mailbox . I am very blessed to have such a great church family. I am keeping very well. God bless you all.
Sincerely, Barbara Lorig”

FUMC TEMPLE PRESCHOOL UPDATE

We will resume our preschool program in the Fall 2020. At this time all of our spots in the fall have been filled. If you have questions please contact Tara Sutherland, Director by email, tara.sutherland@fumctemple.org.

Technical Assistance Available to Access Online Worship Services

If you would like assistance to access the worship
services and bible studies online, please contact Pastor Brian at 254.773.5269 or brian.longley@fumctemple.org.

How to Access Worship Service Online

To access the worship service video, please go to: https://fumctemple.org/church-online and click the link for Facebook (account required) or YouTube. An e-mail is sent out each Sunday morning with the bulletin and link to access the online worship service. If you have not been receiving these weekly e-mail messages, please contact the office to request your name be added to the list. 254.773.5269 or contact@fumctemple.org .

Contacting the Church

The church office is closed and staff have been asked to work remotely when possible.

If you need to reach our pastors and staff, please call 254.773.5269 and leave a message. We will be checking messages regularly and will return your call. You may also email contact@fumctemple.org.

Please direct mail to our mailing address at PO Box 773, Temple, TX 76503. Mail sent to our physical address at 102 N. Second Street, Temple, TX 76501 will still get to us (eventually), but will only be delivered when the postal worker finds a staff person at the church office.

Please use this mailing address while the church office is closed:
First United Methodist Church
PO Box 773
Temple, Texas 76503
(254) 773-5269