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Daylight saving time
ends at 2:00 AM
Sunday, November 6.
Have fun re-setting your clocks!
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ALL SAINTS SUNDAY NOVEMBER 6 (All Worship Services)
Recognizing the lives of our members and regular attendees
who have died in the past year.
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Come dream with us... God, what do you want to do
through me and through this church?
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ALL CHURCH THANKSGIVING WORSHIP AND DINNER
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First Notes - weekly e-note from the pastor. What's Happening UMC, Inspirational Thoughts, Worship this Weekend, and Coming Events.
If you have not signed up yet, you can Subscribe here!
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Please pray for our youth and the retreat leaders, Nov 4-6.
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The Gingerbread Bash is a free, fun, and interactive family celebration of Jesus' birth. Families will hear the Christmas story, build gingerbread nativities, sing, play games, and more. The event closes with a Soup Dinner at 5:00 pm, everyone is welcome. Participants Sign-up here. |
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Last week WesleyKU re-launched two weekly community meals: Wednesdays, 6-6:45p before worship, and on Thursdays, 6-7:30p. We are delighted to announce First Church member Matthew Pribbenow as our new Chef! Matthew plans our menus and handles all meal preparation. We are also excited to announce Jack Mercer as our lead cook for Thursday's meals. Jack and several student volunteers execute Chef Matthew’s menus. Our Queer Faith ministry hosted its first Spooktacular Drag Show on October 22 at The Jay in the Kansas Union. The event was a wild success with at least 100 students in attendance for an evening of fun. Pastor Susan is a contributing author for the newly released book, “Campus Ministry: Finding Meaning and Purpose in Higher Education”, published by FTE. Susan’s chapter is based on her work with WesleyKU students through the Lilly Endowment Campus Ministry Theological Exploration of Vocation (CMTEV) grant program. Only 5 of the 104 CMTEV programs nationwide (and no other United Methodists) are featured in the book. Susan was also a panelist at the Lilly Endowment CMTEV Program Gathering October 18-20 in Indianapolis, Indiana speaking about best practices and trends in campus ministry. (Spooktacular Drag Show photo credit: Carly Tribble. CMTEV panel photo credit: Nicole Guthrie.) Check out our e-news to learn more.
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SMALL GROUP UPDATES & INVITATIONS
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SASS Socially Active Seniors
Join us for weekly Pickleball, Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:30-3 PM
First Church West Campus, Great Room
NOTE NO PLAY: NOV 24 (Thanksgiving) or NOV 29 (Blood Drive)
Check out our fun monthly activities!
Everyone welcome! Bring a friend!
Questions? Contact Jane at gjane@sunflower.com.
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The Huddle Men's Group
Wednesdays, 7:30 PM, West Campus, Room 105,
Questions? Contact John at jkrehbiel76@gmail.com
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Caregiver Support Group
Second Tuesdays, NOV. 8, 10-11 AM Downtown
Providing mutual support for common caregiving concerns. Affiliated with the Heart of America Alzheimer’s Association. Questions? Contact John Koonce at 479-644-5733.
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Join us for Justice or Just Us? (Discussion Group)
Tuesday, NOV 8 & 15, 6:30 pm (6:15 pm light meal)
Westwood House 1421 W 19th St, Lawrence, Ks 66046
Acknowledging the reality of racism in our world today and our Christian responsibility to oppose it as individuals and together as the church.
All ages are welcome, come share your experiences.
Questions? Contact Ann at annspan54@gmail.com
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Wesley Walkers
After much planning, and the gracious labor of Bob Hughes, Stan Jones and Scott Hildebrandt, the new trailhead sign for the Wesley Nature Trail is nearing completion! The final steps are to install a map of the trail and a communications cabinet for messaging throughout the year. Thanks to all who have worked to make this possible!
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November is Native American Heritage Month
(commonly referred to, as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month).
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This is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people,” according to the National Congress of American Indians.
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"Who will know?" Who will know about your problem if you talk with a Stephen Minister? Many people ask this question when considering whether to request one. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of Stephen Ministry. No one will find out what you discuss with your Stephen Minister. If you have a burden you need help to carry, perhaps a Stephen Minister can help. If you would like more information about requesting a Stephen Minister or about becoming a Stephen Minister, please contact Laura Irick at l.irick@sbcglobal.net.
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BIG GARDEN UPDATE
We have plenty of turnips yet to harvest so things are looking good for exceeding our 1,200 lb goal for Just Food!
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In Honor of Veterans Day
Topeka American Guild of Organists presents
Free Members' Organ Recital, Sunday, NOV. 13, 3:00 pm
Grace Episcopal Cathedral, 701 SW 8th Ave Topeka, 66603
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Rock Chalk Flute Choir Concert
Sunday, NOV. 20, 2:00 pm
First Church Downtown Sanctuary, 946 Vermont St, 66044
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Lawrence Community Handbell Choir Concert
Yuletide Ringing - Sunday, NOV 27, 7:00 pm
First Church Downtown Sanctuary, 946 Vermont St, 66044
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