September 2019
Events
Sep 20, 2019
ROMEO (Retired Old Men Eating Out)
The ROMEOs invite all men seeking friendship and support through life’s changes to join them for breakfast each week at the breakfast buffet in the Hilton Garden Suites at Highway 75 (Central Expressway) and Bethany Drive at 8:00am. Contact George Moore or the church office at 972.727.8261 for more information.
Sep 21, 2019
APT G: A Place To Go
In 2006, the Special Kids Ministry Team at FUMC Allen identified a need for a community-based program for youth and young adults in the Allen area. This fun evening for our special needs youth (and a night out for their caretakers) is a free program for youth and young adults, grades 6 and older. We meet on the third Saturday of each month with a unique theme each month. September 21 Homecoming October 19 Dress Like a Pirate November 16…
Sep 22, 2019
Sunday Worship Services
FUMC allen offers three different styles of worship Daybreak Worship meets at 8:15am with a service that sets the tone for the day. The music is modern and upbeat with guitars and drum and a variety of music teams leading the worship experience. The message of Christ is authentically presented in a way that is relevant to your everyday life. The messages are meaningful and uplifting, often with a little humor thrown in. At 9:30am, our Traditional Worship features the great…
Sep 22, 2019
Sunday Morning Nursery
Our nursery is a wonderful place for families to find care for their youngest members during worship and special events. Our nursery staff is background checked and trained in CPR and first aid. On Sunday mornings, we’ll share an age- appropriate Bible lesson. Nursery care is provided during all worship services (including holidays). We also have a private nursing space for moms and their little ones. We also offer a preschool Sunday school for children 2 years old through pre-Kindergarten. Children…
Sep 22, 2019
Daybreak Sunday Morning Class
These 50+ senior adults gather each week to study the bible and gain an understanding of scripture, apply it to daily life, and live this application out in the world.
Sep 22, 2019
Worship Series: You Asked
Sunday September 15You Asked: Does God Require Death?John 3:16-17; 1 Corinthians 1: 18-25Rev Mary Beth Hardesty-Crouch, preaching Sunday September 22You Asked: Why Does God Allow Evil?Habakkuk 1:2-4; Revelation 21:1-5Rev Mary Beth Hardesty-Crouch, preaching Sunday September 29You Asked: Is God Really Listening to Me?Rev Mary Beth Hardesty-Crouch, preaching Sunday October 6You Asked: Why Should I Forgive?Rev Jessica Wright, preaching
Sep 22, 2019
Toiletries for Kairos
Do you have hotel toiletries taking up space in your bathroom or closet? If you have a drawer, box, or shelf full of unopened/unused hotel toiletries that you need to clear away, the Women’s Craft Group wants them. The Craft Group of FUMC Allen Women in Missions is making gift bags for the Kairos Prison Ministry and is in need of your donations. Kairos Prison Ministry is an international lay-led Christian ministry of volunteers to bring Christ’s love and forgiveness…
Sep 22, 2019
Kindergarten – 5th Grade Sunday School
Each week, children learn about God’s love for them through Bible reading, drama, music, and puppets in BaseCamp located on the second floor of the children’s wing. Contact Children’s Director Mary Freeman for more information.
Sep 22, 2019
Special Kids Sunday School
a great place for children who need a little extra care. The Treehouse Room is a safe, friendly, understanding, flexible alternative to the Sunday school classroom for elementary age children with special needs. Our Special Kids Ministry focuses on creating a space for each child to learn that God loves them. Families can attend church or Sunday school while caring adults and youth spend quality time with their child who needs an accommodating environment or one-to-one assistance in attending an age-appropriate…
Sep 22, 2019
On Deck Sixth Grade Children’s Sunday School
Welcome to On Deck! On Deck is our sixth grade program at FUMC Allen that we’ve designed as a fun year of learning and fellowship for our students as they complete their last year in Children’s Ministry! All sixth graders who attend our church are welcome to participate in the On Deck program. We meet every Sunday morning at 9:30am in our new children’s building. The On Deck year begins on Sunday, August 18. We’ve structured the curriculum and activities…
Sep 22, 2019
Youth Sunday School
Bible truths are taught and integrated into our lives through discussion and study of scripture. Grade Level Classes for grades 7-12 are designed to challenge, equip, and engage students in their discipleship journey. Contact Youth Director Ed Whipple for more information.
Sep 22, 2019
Agape Sunday Morning Class
Married and single adults, ages 40-60, meet weekly to study God’s word and share His love. Most in this class have children in high school or older; however, all are welcome.
Sep 22, 2019
Ages of God Sunday Morning Class
Married and single adults, ages 30-50 on a journey through the Bible, searching for direction in life as they study together. They read the Bible to understand what it says, what it means, and how we should respond.
Sep 22, 2019
Bible 101 Sunday Morning Class
The Bible 101 Class is a group of 30-50 year old adults using a variety of studies, focusing on growing in their understanding of the Bible and the Christian faith. This group of couples focuses on issues faced in life and how the Bible relates to these issues
Sep 22, 2019
Genesis Sunday Morning Class
This group of age 40+ couples and singles varies its studies of the Bible to understand how the Bible speaks to issues such as relationships, family and other matters of daily life.
Sep 22, 2019
Golden Girls Sunday Morning Class
The Golden Girls study God’s word and its practical application for daily living as women in the world today.
Sep 22, 2019
Seekers Sunday Morning Class
The Seekers, adults in their 30s-50s focuses on building relationships while enjoying Christian fellowship. Married and single adults study the Bible to find guidance and strength in dealing with life experiences while living faithfully within their families, their work, and their community.
Sep 22, 2019
Sojourners Sunday Morning Class
This group of age 50+ lively seniors grows in Christ through scripture-based studies that usually last from 6 to 12 weeks. They are active in fellowship and service on a regular basis.
Sep 22, 2019
Wellspring Sunday Morning Class
While this class of age 25+ adults is mostly parents of children from birth to 6th grade, all are welcome to join. This class uses a variety of studies in order to grow as Christians.
Sep 22, 2019
Women Unplugged Sunday Morning Class
Women Unplugged, ages 30-70, gather to unplug from their daily routines and the general busy-ness of life to focus on God’s Word in the Bible and its practical application for daily living as a woman in the world today, while encouraging one another in their Christian journey.
Sep 22, 2019
Faith Builders Sunday Morning Class
This informal group meets each week to grow closer to God and closer to one another. While this class is made up mostly of parents of children from late elementary school through college, all are welcome to join.
Sep 22, 2019
Third Grade Bible Sunday
Each year, our third graders receive a Bible as a gift from our congregation. This year, Bible Sunday is September 22. We’ll be presenting Bibles at the 9:30am and 11:00am services. If you wish for your child to receive a bible on this special day, please email April Kwan with your child’s name–as you would like it to appear in the Bible– and the worship service you will be attending with your child on Sunday, September 22.
Sep 22, 2019
Young Adult Sunday Morning Class
Our class for college-aged adults and young professionals tackles practical issues and God questions with plenty of insight and laughter along the way.
Sep 22, 2019
Cornerstone Sunday Morning Class
This lively group of married and single adults in their 30s-50s gathers for fellowship and Christian growth. Many have preschool to high school age children, though some have no children and some college and adult age children. Studies vary from books or parts of the Bible, to those that relate the Bible to various life issues.
Sep 22, 2019
Harmony Sunday Morning Class
This group of mostly retired senior adults enjoys fellowship as they discuss the Bible and the many aspects the Christian life. They study a variety of biblically related topics to help them grow in their Christian faith.
Sep 22, 2019
Journey Sunday Morning Class
Singles and couples have lively discussions about the Bible and living a life of faith, while supporting one another in the Christian life. This class frequently studies current Christian books as well as topics relevant to our faith.
Sep 22, 2019
New Beginnings Sunday Morning Class
This informal and lively class of age 50+ adults studies the Bible to relate it to life. Studies on a variety of topics usually last from 6 to 12 weeks. Many of the members of this class have adult children and grandchildren.
Sep 22, 2019
Tea and Thee Sunday Morning Class
Woman of all ages come together for scripture-based studies and stimulating discussions. We use our time together to guide us as we grow in our faith, all while enjoying a cup of tea! (Coffee acceptable).
Sep 22, 2019
Daybreak Choir Rehearsal
The FUMC Allen Daybreak Choir leads the music the first Sunday each month at the 8:15am Daybreak worship service, singing a variety of contemporary songs. If you would like to sing with them, contact Rusty King.
Sep 22, 2019
DARING Ministries Youth Orchestra
The DARING Ministries Youth Orchestra is a group of 7th-12th grade youth that accompanies the DARING Choir, providing inspirational music nine Sundays a year in 8:15am and 9:30am Sunday Worship at FUMC Allen. The group also prepares a Christian musical, such as Godspell and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, in preparation for the annual DARING Ministries Tour, performing various locations throughout the U.S. If you play an instrument and want to connect with other youth, grow in your faith, and share your…
Sep 22, 2019
Bible Study: Sermon On The Mount
Sermon on the Mount Matthew’s gospel opens with three chapters containing Jesus’ longest recorded message – a sermon given to His disciples early in His ministry to articulate what the life of a Christ-follower would look like. Both practical and profound, the sermon asks of us the same questions it posed to its original hearers: How should a disciple relate to sin? To others? To the Law? How does a disciple think, speak, and act? What is the nature of…
Sep 22, 2019
DARING Ministries Youth Choir
This talented group of 7th-12th grade youth provide inspirational music both in worship at FUMC Allen and beyond our walls on their annual DARING Ministries Choir Tour. The Daring Youth Choir sings nine Sundays a year in 8:15am and 9:30am Sunday worship sevices. The group prepares a Christian musical, such as Godspell or Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and takes it on tour in June of each year, performing in various locations throughout the U.S. If you can sing…
Sep 22, 2019
Children’s Music Kick-Off
Join us for fun and music as we kick-off our children’s music year with a party in the Children’s Assembly area. Members of Project Praise Children’s Choir, In Beat With God percussion ensemble, and Ringing 4 Jesus chimes and bells are all invited to attend. Bring your friends and neighbors from grades K-6 with you. Come even if you are just thinking about joining a music program. Rehearsals for all three choirs begin on Sunday, September 29, with bells at…
Sep 22, 2019
Youth Fellowship
On Sunday evening, our youth come together to connect with God and one another through fellowship, food, games, worship, and small group. All sixth through twelfth grade students are welcome to join us as we examine a different topic that affects our lives. 5:00pm Snack Supper (bring $5) 5:30pm Worship 6:00pm Small Groups 6:30pm Games 7:00pm Departure
Sep 22, 2019
Carillon Bells
If you enjoy ringing handbells in worship then this group is for you. The Carillon Bells Adult Handbell Choir plays once a month in worship on Sunday at the 8:15am and 9:30am services. In addition, they attend a handbell festival each spring. Contact Music Minister Rusty King for more information.
Sep 23, 2019
Bible Study: Determined
Determined: LIving LIke Jesus in Every Moment Women’s Bible Study of the Book of Luke
Sep 23, 2019
Girls Volleyball League
FUMC Allen’s 4:7 Sports has teamed up with First Baptist Church of McKinney to host a fall volleyball league for girls in grades 1-5. Practices begin on Monday, August 19, with games on Thursday nights at First Baptist Church of McKinney, 1615 W Louisiana St, McKinney, TX 75069. To register or for more information, email Matt Cobb, mattc@fumcallen.org.
Sep 24, 2019
Men’s Bible Study
A group of men who meet each week to discuss the scripture for Sunday’s upcoming sermon. Bruce Gray 469.964.5072
Sep 24, 2019
Bible Study: Numbers
Melissa Spoelstra’s Numbers Say “no” to the desire for bigger, better, faster, and more. Imagine being on the verge of realizing all your dreams, but all you can focus on is how long it took to get where you are. It’s hard to relate to the story in the Book of Numbers about a group of people who wandered in the desert for forty years, unable to enter the Promised Land because of their grumbling and complaining…until we take a…
Sep 24, 2019
Catalyst Youth Praise Band
Each month, the Catalyst Youth Praise Band leads the music in our Sunday 8:15am Daybreak Service. If you enjoy contemporary music and are a youth singer or instrumentalist, please contact Music Minister Rusty King for more information and to schedule an audition.
Sep 24, 2019
Women of the Word (WOW)
This ladies’ group meets at a local restaurant on the fourth Tuesday of each month, September-June, for fellowship and support. Contact Susan Hale.
Sep 24, 2019
Stephen Ministry Training
What exactly is a Stephen Minister? One way to put it is that Stephen Ministers are the After People. They are there… After the phone call you hoped you’d never get. After the funeral, when everyone has left and the emotions you’ve held at bay come crashing in on you. After the relationship falls apart and the bottom falls out of your life. After the doctor says, “I’m sorry, but there’s nothing more we can do.” After the nursing home director…
Sep 24, 2019
Resonate Praise Team Rehearsal
The Resonate Praise Team leads the music in worship at our Sunday 11:00 am Contemporary Worship Service. If you enjoy contemporary music and are an adult singer or instrumentalist, and would like to audition, contact Dawn Horton, the Resonate Praise Team Director for an audition. If you are accepted as a part of Resonate, you be expected to be at the Tuesday rehearsal and Sunday 11:00 worship.
Sep 25, 2019
Women’s Craft Group
This craft group is for all interested in making crafts. Join us for fun, good coffee, and fellowship! Contact Sarah Foerster 469.795.9353 for more information.
Sep 25, 2019
Men Talking
Men Talking is a group of retired men who meet over coffee and donuts every Wednesday at 10:00am in the parlor. This group discusses timely topics, hears an occasional speaker, shares life experiences, reflects on the wisdom gleaned from their past experiences, discovering where God is in their midst. Contact Marvin Breeze.
Sep 25, 2019
Rebuilding LIfe Widow Support Group
A group of ladies who have lost their spouses and share in supporting one another. Rebuilding Life meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Contact Charlean Grobe.
Sep 25, 2019
Wednesday Night Life
Wednesday Night Life (WNL) is our mid-week boost where we reconnect with our church family, study the Word, and just have fun.
Sep 25, 2019
Chancel Choir Rehearsal
The FUMC Allen Chancel Choir leads the music each week in our Sunday 9:30am traditional worship service. The choir presents a wide variety of styles and composers. If you sing in this group, you would help present major choral works at both Christmas and Easter as well as a Fall Gospel Concert. This group travels and you would have the opportunity to join them. In 2013, the group sang Brahm’s Requiem at Carnegie Hall and in June2018, the group sang…
Sep 25, 2019
Traditional Worship Orchestra Rehearsal
Our Traditional Worship Orchestra accompanies the congregation on hymns during our Sunday 9:30am Traditional Worship Service. On occasion, the orchestra also accompanies the choir or plays an instrumental piece. If you are an adult or a youth who shows competencies on their instrument, you can be considered for this group. Contact Music Minister Rusty King for more information.
Sep 25, 2019
Bible Study: Disciple IV
Disciple IV: Under The Tree of Life Disciple IV: Under the Tree of Life is the final study in the four-phase DISCIPLE program. The study concentrates on Old Testament Writings, the Gospel of John, the Epistles of John, James, Jude, and finally, Revelation. Emphasis on the Psalms as Israel’s hymnbook and prayer book leads naturally to an emphasis on worship in the study. Present through the entire study is the sense of living toward completion – toward the climax of…
Sep 25, 2019
Bible Study: I Think You’re Wrong (But I’m LIstening)
I Think You’re Wrong (But I’m Listening) More than ever, politics seems driven by conflict and anger. Toxic political dialogue, hate-filled rants on social media, and agenda-driven news stories have become the new norm. It’s exhausting, and it’s too much. In I Think You’re Wrong (But I’m Listening), two working moms from opposite ends of the political spectrum contend that there is a better way. They believe that we can: Choose to respect the dignity of every person, choose to…
Sep 25, 2019
Bible Study: Moses
Adam Hamilton’s Moses Turn your reluctance into boldness by walking in the footsteps of Moses. It doesn’t get much more dramatic: rescued baby, life in the courts of Pharaoh, parting the Red Sea, leading his people out of Egypt…Moses’ life was one challenge after the next, but although he resisted God’s calling, by the end of his life he successfully fulfilled the role he was given. Join award-winning author Adam Hamilton as he travels from Egypt to Mt. Sinai, the…
Sep 25, 2019
Bible Study: The Case for Faith
Lee Strobel’s The Case for Faith Doubt is familiar territory for Lee Strobel, the former atheist and award-winning author of books for skeptics and Christians. But he believes that faith and reason go hand in hand, and that Christianity is a defensible religion. In this six-session revised small group Bible study, Strobel explores the most common emotional obstacles to faith in Christ. These include the natural inclination to wrestle with faith and doubt, the troubling presence of evil and suffering in…
Sep 25, 2019
Bible Study: When God’s People Pray
Jim Cymbala’s When God’s People Pray In When God s People Pray, Jim Cymbala, pastor of Brooklyn Tabernacle, shows you and your small group truths about prayer that God has used to turn his own church from a tiny, struggling inner-city congregation into a vital, thriving community of believers who pray with passion, focus, and faith. Alycia Segner, facilitator Materials fee: $9
Sep 26, 2019
Sharing The Journey: Coping with Grief
Sharing the Journey: Coping with Grief is a six-week grief support workshop presented by the Visiting Nurses Association (VNA) and hosted at FUMC Allen. This workshop is for those dealing with the death of a close loved one. Most participants have lost a spouse or partner. This event provides support and learning about grief. Participants will learn how to go on living when someone you love has died. Space is limited. Participants must attend the first session and are encouraged…
Sep 27, 2019
Game Day Tailgate Party
Tailgating is an awesome way to be visible in the community! We hope you will come by each home game and meet us at the northwest corner of Rivercrest and Station Park Dr between 5:45pm and 6:45pm for some good fellowship, a treat, and a cold bottle of water. Please contact Rev. Maxie Moore if your group or Sunday school class would be interested in helping host any of our tailgate events this year.
Sep 28, 2019
Feed Your Neighbor
Every fourth Saturday of the month, members from FUMC Allen serve with members of the Islamic Association of Allen to prepare approximately 500 meals for the homeless. We meet at 9:30am at the IAA (909 Allen Central Drive, Allen) to pack turkey sandwiches, water, fruit, and snack items as individual lunches. This project typically takes only an hour and anyone who can make a sandwich is welcome, roughly age 5 and up. If you come to work, just plan to…
Sep 28, 2019
Senior Adult Game Night
This group meets every second and fourth Saturdays at 6:30pm in the church parlor for fun, Christian fellowship, and a variety of games (Mexican train in particular). Contact Rev. Maxie Moore for more information.
Sep 29, 2019
Town Hall Meeting
On September 8, we cut the ribbon and opened the doors of our new updated facility to our community. More than 600 people walked through our doors and enjoyed food, beverages, music, fellowship, and more. We’ve had a few weeks now to settle into our new spaces and work into new routines. The Building Committee has celebrated and officially disbanded. But now, what’s next? That’s where you come in. You and your family are invited to join us on Sunday,…
Sep 29, 2019
Ringing 4 Jesus Handbell Choir
Ringing 4 Jesus Handbell Choir, grades 2-8 and beginner adults, provides an opportunity to connect with other ringers and create beautiful music with bells. The group performs frequently in Sunday worship services at FUMC Allen during the school year. They meet on Sundays during the school year from 2:00pm to 3:00pm in S207/211. Contact Ringing 4 Jesus Director to learn more.
Sep 29, 2019
In Beat With God Children’s Percussion Group
In Beat With God (IBWG) Children’s Percussion Group, grades 2-6, performs regularly in Sunday worship services at FUMC Allen. They meet for rehearsals on Sundays from 3:00pm to 4:00pm in the Upper Room Chapel. This group provides a unique opportunity for your child or grandchild to connect with other children in creating, learning and playing coordinated rhythm patterns. The group utilizes percussion instruments, such as bongos, hand drums, claves, tapping sticks, shakers, maracas, hand cymbals, and xylophones. For more information,…
Sep 29, 2019
Project Praise Children’s Choir
The FUMC Allen Project Praise Children’s Choir, grades K-6, helps children connect with one another to nurture their understanding of God and equip them to worship. Project Praise sings frequently in our worship services and share their gifts with the elderly in assisted living and nursing facilities. Project Praise also performs a musical each year in May. If you have a child or grandchild who loves to sing, this group is for them! Contact the Project Praise Director for more information.
Sep 30, 2019
Touching LIves in College Packaging Event
On Monday, September 30, at 7:00pm, FUMC Allen’s college student support team, Touching Lives in College, comes together in the Children’s Wing for our first care package assembly of the new college year! If this is your first time as a college parent, TLC is an FUMC Allen care group that shares love and support with our college students while they are in school. We send two care packages a year–fall and spring–and two notes with gift cards near exam…
Oct 1, 2019
Grieving Hearts Group
FUMC Allen hosts a variety of on-site grief support programs presented by the Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) Hospice. These programs are free and open to adults from our community. Child care is not provided. Grieving Hearts is a monthly support group for anyone grieving the death of their spouse. Meetings are usually the first Tuesday of each month: August 6, September 3, and October 1 When coming for the first time, please RSVP two business days (24 hours) in advance. …
Oct 2, 2019
Wednesday Young Adult Fellowship
Join our young adults as we get together to have fun and build relationships on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 6:30pm (unless otherwise noted). We’ve gone bowling, played Whirlyball, or just met up for coffee. The YA Sunday school class meets every week at 11:00am in the parlor. Fall 2019 Calendar We have several events planned for young adults this fall. All young adults are invited to attend and bring a friend! September 4Dinner at Café del…