Posts by Alison Thomas (Page 15)
Three Kings Party
The Magi traveled from the east to visit baby Jesus. Join us to learn about their journey and why it was so important. Everyone in grades K-6 is invited to meet with us in BaseCamp while our parents meet in the gym for the Town Hall Meeting. We’ll have lunch, play games, and make crafts. For more information, contact Mary Freeman.
All Saints Day
Does “All Saints Day” Really Matter? (based on an article by Ryan Hamm on the “Relevant Website”) On November 6, United Methodists recognize all the saints who from their labors rest as we celebrate All Saints Day in worship. Why do we celebrate “All Saints”? All Saints Day reminds us that there are Christians who came before us who have run the race well and now dwell with God. Loved ones, friends and family members, heroes of the faith, forefathers…
Clean Out Challenge
How many times have you said, “One day, I’m going to get rid of all this junk?” That day has finally arrived. Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 5: the one day you’ve been waiting for. The day we come together as a church family to experience the joy of giving and discover freedom from too many household “treasures!” Join us on Saturday, November 5, for FUMC Allen’s Clean Out Challenge and take part in Allen Recycles Day. Click HERE…
Kids Against Hunger Packaging Event
Packaging Event Sunday, November 6 12:15pm-3:00pm FUMC Allen Gym On Sunday, November 6, FUMC Allen kicks of its annual Holiday Challenge by hosting a Kids Against Hunger packaging event in the gym from 12:00pm-3:00pm. Be one of the many volunteers assembling packages of highly nutritious vitamin-fortified meals that will be sent to children in Honduras. We need volunteers of all ages to help package food in the gym. This is a great family event as we have something for everyone!…
This Sunday’s Sermon: The Gospel Mirror
This Gospel passage provides is a mirror that leads us to take a good look at our lives and see ourselves in light of the story. Sometimes what we see is affirming and many times the reflection is uncomfortable. This story in Luke 18:9-14 invites us to take a good look at ourselves and consider this: Are we like the Pharisee or the tax collector? By what standard do we evaluate ourselves or measure our discipleship? The Parable of the…
First Friday Preschool Playgroup
Are you the parent of a preschool age child? Interested in getting to know other parents of preschoolers? Join us in the FUMC Allen Nursery from 10:00am-11:00am on the first Friday of every month for fellowship and fun. No need to register: just show up. For information, contact Jenn Lunt, JennL@fumcallen.org.
Sermon Series: Family Ties
September 11-October 9, 2016 Join us for the next five weeks as together we address important themes in the lives of families and guide our homes to places of deeper love, stronger commitment to Christ and church, and a more balanced way of living. September 11 Back to School, Back to Church Sunday There’s No Place Like Home Luke 15:20b-24 September 18 A Grandparent’s Love Proverbs 17:6 Titus 2:1-5 Psalm 103:17-18 2 Timothy 1:5 September 25 Every Family…
Share Your Dreams for FUMC Allen
Your leaders want to hear from YOU! Be on the lookout for DREAM BANNERS around the church. On these banners, we’re asking our members–the adults, youth, and children–of our congregation to share their dreams for the future of FUMC Allen. Three questions we’d ask you to consider: What are your DREAMS for our MINISTRIES? What are your DREAMS for our FACILITIES to support our MINISTRIES? What do you VALUE MOST about FUMC Allen nd want to PRESERVE about our congregation?…
Sermon Series: Going for the Gold
Going for the Gold July 24 – August 21 This summer, the attention of the entire world turns to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, as our greatest athletes gather to compete in the 2016 Olympic Games. For these athletes, journeys filled with years of dedication, training, and perseverance bring them to the coveted Olympic competition. The scriptures are filled with Olympic themes and metaphors encouraging followers of Christ to use the commitment of an athlete to be what God would have…
Back to School Shoes Needs Your Help
On Saturday, August 13, FUMC Allen opens its doors to 500 children of Allen Community Outreach clients for the 2016 Back 2 School Bash. Every child will leave the event with a backpack and school supplies provided by our community through the FILL THE BUS campaign. In addition, we plan to put new shoes on the feet of every elementary, middle school, and high school student who walks through our doors that day. But to do this, we need to…
Faith Stories: Send Hope Mission Trip
This summer, 19 local church and community members traveled 1,462 miles to Puerto Lempira, Honduras, to serve at the House of Hope. There, Dr. Tom Brian, along with Steven and Lauren Hosack, led these missionaries in serving some 38 children in the home along with countless other children in the neighborhood. It was a life-changing experience for all who made the journey. We invite you to watch this video to see the amazing work that is been done to love and encourage…