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The weekly news email of First & Wesley United Methodist Churches of Framingham, MassachusettsNovember 7, 2021 |
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Dear <<First Name>>, Welcome to this week’s issue of Looking Ahead. Please read all the announcements to be sure you don’t miss anything. |
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Weekly ScheduleSundaysWorship Service 10:00am In-person & Live on Facebook Recorded Services are posted later on YouTube WednesdaysNew Book Study (See info below) 7-8 PM, Sept 29 through Nov 17 on Zoom
Prayer & Connections is on hold. FridaysPrayer & Connections is on hold. |
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Those Serving in Worship |
Sunday, November 14 Scripture: Ellen Ziedenburg |
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Announcements |
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Upcoming Meetings |
Saturday, November 13 at 2:15 PM at First, Annual Church Conference.
Tuesday, November 23 at 7 PM in the Parlor, Worship Team
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Annual Church ConferenceSaturday, November 13 at 2:15pm |
Conference Report Books will be printed on request only. Contact Judy for a copy of Wesley’s book or Sara for a copy of First’s book. Or click on the Church name for a printable PDF version of that book: First or Wesley
For a printable PDF of the Worship guide, click here. |
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Important Vote: Ballot Attached |
Please find attached here the ballot for forming an enlarged charge that will be voted on at our Charge Conference on November 13, 2021 at 2:15PM. |
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You are Invitedto the Final Service at Wesley UMC on: Sunday, November 7 at 10:00 AMWorship will be followed by a potluck brunch. Please bring a dish to share.Let's make this final service one we will all remember and cherish.80 Beacon Street, Framingham |
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Thanksgiving Dinner Information |
Thanksgiving dinner is $10.00 per person if you are able to afford it. Otherwise, it is free. Pickup and delivery times are from 12-1 on Thanksgiving Day. Reservations MUST be made by calling or emailing the church with your name, address, phone number and whether you would like pickup or delivery. Reservations must be placed by November 18. Meal includes turkey, stuffing, mashed potato, squash, corn, cranberry sauce, gravy and dessert. Monetary donations accepted. |
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Discussion on "The Me You Can’t See" |
As a church community, we continue to wrestle with the questions of mental health and how to care for each other. Mental illness, trauma, PTSD, abuse, addiction...these are all things that are a reality in our world. Join me as we continue the discussion using the recent program "The Me You Can’t See". You can join us to watch the episode or just for the subsequent discussion. The dates and times are listed with each episode below. Please note that there are gaps due to holidays or special church events. You can join for any session that you would like. Previous participation is not necessary 1. Say It Out Loud Viewing: Friday, October 22 @ 6:00PM (First Sanctuary) Discussion: Sunday, October 24th After Worship (Parlor) 2. Asking for Help Viewing: Friday, November 12 @ 6:00PM (First Sanctuary) Discussion: Sunday, November 14th After Worship (Parlor) 3. Finding What Works Viewing: Friday, December 3rd @ 6:00PM (First Sanctuary) Discussion: Sunday, December 5th After Worship (Parlor 4. We Need Each Other Viewing: Friday, December 10th @ 6:00PM (First Sanctuary) Discussion: Sunday, December 12th After Worship (Parlor) 5. This Is Me Viewing: Friday, January 14th @ 6:00PM (First Sanctuary) Discussion: Sunday, January 16th After Worship (Parlor) 6. A Path Forward Viewing: Friday, January 21st @ 6:00PM (First Sanctuary) Discussion: Sunday, January 23rd After Worship (Parlor) |
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Advent Bible Study Christmas in the Four Gospel HomesExplore the story Christmas as envisioned in each of the four Gospels, while virtually traveling to 4 church communities in our area! Each session will be hosted by a different Pastor of Lay Leader representing Fisk Memorial, Community, First & Wesley, and Weston. Click here for the full schedule and information.
Join us on Zoom.
Click here to join. Zoom Meeting ID: 508 653 0577, Passcode: 0
To join by phone: Dial (646) 558-8656 Enter the Meeting ID: 508 653 0577 When prompted press #, then # again. |
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A Letter from Your Collaborative Ministries Team |
Please click here to read the latest letter from the Team
Heater Kattan: hknowlto@hotmail.com Julie Rundlett: jlorundlett@yahoo.com Laney Bruner-Canhoto: lanes@aol.com Lin Olsen: bluemouselin@yahoo.com Leslie Walseman: lwalseman@rcn.com Mary Hackett: hackett.mary43@gmail.com Mike Rowe: mrowe@wolfandco.com Dini Palmer: jajeb1@hotmail.com
Wesley: 508-875-3850 First: 508-877-2151 |
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UMW Mini HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE |
The Community UMW is hosting a mini HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE at Community United Methodist Church (80 Main St, Wayland) on 2 Saturdays - Nov. 13 from 10am to 12pm and Nov. 20 from 10am to 12:30pm.
Click on the blue link above for a printable flyer. |
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Our Current Book Study! “not a fan.”by Kyle Idleman |
We will be reading “not a fan.”, by Kyle Idleman. We will meet for 8 weeks, Wednesdays, Sept 29 through November 17th. 7:00 to 8:00 PM See the description and links to order below, as well as the link to join. Hope to see you there! |
ow about you: Are you a fan or a follower? Go ahead, think honestly about your relationship with God . . . but don't answer too quickly. In fact, you may want to read this book before you answer at all. Not a Fan is your DTR with God--a "define the relationship" conversation to determine exactly where you stand.
You may indeed be a passionate, fully devoted follower of Jesus. Or, you may be just a fan who admires Jesus but isn't ready to let him cramp your style. Then again, maybe you’re not into Jesus, period. Not a Fan calls you to consider the demands and rewards of being a true disciple. With frankness sprinkled with humor, Idleman invites you to live the way Jesus lived, love the way he loved, pray the way he prayed, and never give up living for the One who gave his all for you. |
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Plus, this expanded and updated version of Not a Fan adds a new introduction and an entirely new chapter about how to practically live out the message of this mega bestseller.
Homework for this week's class is to read the prologue and chapters 12&13. There is a slightly older version (without the red band on top) that is probably okay, except it's missing the last chapter. If anyone needs financial assistance getting the book, please let me know - there is money available for that. (Bjmrowe@verizon.net) Zoom link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82265778207 Here are links for the book: Amazon - $13.57 paperback, $9.99 kindle. https://smile.amazon.com/Not-Fan-Updated-Expanded-Completely-ebook/dp/B010R1AZ2E/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3MTSKSDQNLQTM&dchild=1&keywords=not+a+fan+kyle+idleman&qid=1631146196&sr=8-1 Barnes and Noble - $16.99 paperback, $9.99 nook. https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/not-a-fan-updated-and-expanded-kyle-idleman/1122293337?ean=9780310344704 |
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Faith in Food Needs the Following ItemsThis week's list is: Toilet Paper (single rolls) Sugar All Meats and Poultry (Pork, Hot dogs, Chicken Thighs, Ground Beef) Monetary donations
Dropoff bins are located outside the Fellowship Hall doors at First UMC. They are picked up on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Fridays Faith in Food is open from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in the First UMC Fellowship Hall. |
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Attention all men! Join us the last Sunday of each month at 8:00 AM at the IHOP in Framingham Centre for a time of food and fellowship. Our next meeting is Sunday, November 28. Hope to see you there! |
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Prayer & Connections |
Both the Wednesday night and the Friday night Prayer and Connections Zoom meetings are on hold for now. But you can join the Wednesday Book Study, and Pastor Heather has a discussion group on mental health that will start Friday, October 22. See the details below. |
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The November/ December Upper Room Is HereThe November/ December issue of The Upper Room is here. This is an excellent tool to help guide you in your daily devotions. Pick up your copy on the table in the Narthex this Sunday. |
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Pastor’s Office Hours for this WeekPastor Heather KattanMonday: at Wesley 10am to 1pm Wednesday: at First 10am to 1pm Thursday: available by appointment |
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Church Administrators’ Hours Judy Bortolotti at Wesley Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 7am to 11am Judy’s email address: wesumcfram@rcn.com Sara Herwig at First Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 1:30pm to 5:30pm Sara’s email address: fumcfram@verizon.net |
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NOTE: Please note that submissions for the “Looking Ahead” weekly email are due by the end of the Wednesday before that Friday’s issue. Please email submissions to Sara Herwig, editor, at fumcfram@verizon.net. |
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