newsletter for march 2016

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Volume 9, Issue 3

March 2016

WORSHIP/SUNDAY SCHOOL TIMES8:45 am Contemporary Worship Service

9:45 am Sunday School

10:55 am Traditional Worship Service

Church Office (936) 564-830Fax (936) 564-858

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.fumcnac.or

NEWSLETTER

FEBRUARY7 - Common Ground

6 pm Studies/Activities

21-Lent for Kids at

9:30 am in Room 201

Lenten Study at 5 pm

in the Youth Center

MARCH4-18 SPRING BREAK

20 - Palm Sunday21-25 - Holy Week

Noon Services

Prayer Room24 - Maundy Thursday

Service at 6:00 pmFLC

25 - Good Friday Service at6:00 pm - Sanctuary

27 - Easter Sunrise Serviceat 7:00 am - Oak GroveCemetery

Easter MorningBreakfast at 7:45 amFLC

Easter SundayServices at 8:45 am10:45 am

Easter Egg Hunt at9:45 am - FLC

nside This Issue:A Note from the Pastors

- page 2Calendar - page 7Community Holy Week

Noon Services- page 6

East/West District Camp -- page 4

Palm Sunday/Holy Week/Easter - pages 1 & 5-6

Prayer Concerns - page 8Preschool Enrollment -

- page 4Mission News - page 4Spring/Summer Schedule

- page 3

First United Methodist Church201 E. Hospital Street, Nacogdoches Texas 75961

Office Hours: Mon-Thur: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; Fri: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. Closed for lunch 12:00 -1:00 pm

PALM SUNDAY/HOLY WEEK/EASTERPalm Sunday, March 20

Palm Sunday recalls Jesus' triumphal entrance into

Jerusalem the week before his death. Jesus rode a

donkey while people waved palm branches, laid theircloaks in his path, and shouted "Hosanna!" To re-

member this event, both Worship Services on Sunday

morning will include a processional with palms.

Holy Week Prayer RoomPrayer Ministry will offer an opportunity to jou

ney in prayer with Jesus during Holy Week. Beg

ning Monday, March 21 through Friday, March 25

Prayer Room will be offered with a series of nin

areas reflecting scripture of Christ's last days.The Prayer Room will be available from 8:30 am

4:30 pm, Monday to Thursday and 8:30 am - 2:0

pm on Friday. Everyone is welcome. Come as yo

schedule permits.

For more information, please refer to the brochur

Holy Week Prayer Room, available in the hallway outside the Sanctuary.

This year Childrens Ministries is pleased to offer children a Prayer Room of their ow

The Prayer Room will be open during Holy Week, the same hours as the adult Praye

Room. Adults are invited to assist children through the Prayer Room stations locate

in the Godly Play Room (Room 212).

Community Holy Week Noon ServicesSponsored by Nacogdoches Ministerial Alliance

12:00 noon Worship in the Sanctuaryfeaturing pastors and music leaders from churches throughout

the community

12:30 pm Luncheon in the Family Life Centersponsored by churches throughout the Community.

12:30 pm Lunch - FL

Donation $5.continued on pages 5


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A Note From The Pastor

As I write this months newsletter article it is a blustery morning at Lakeview for ouElders Retreat. This is a great time of reflection, learning, and seeing friends. Ouspeaker is Dr. Jack Levison, Professor of Old Testament Interpretation and Biblical Hebrew at Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University. Weve been talkinabout the importance of breathing in the presence of the Holy Sprit. It is very timely fothis Lenten season of introspection.

In Brennan Mannings daily devotion book, Reflections for Ragamuffins, he writes thathe meaning of Easter is more than hope beyond the grave, more than the infallibleguarantee that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is our pledge. The Easter victory iabout Christ action in our lives it means that the risen Christ is Lord of our lives righnow. Meaning he is God above all the gods of the unreal world out there securitypower, wealth, beauty, or whatever else makes false claims on our lives.

What a wonderful way to celebrate the greatest holiday in the church. In the earlchurch, every Sunday was a little Easter celebration. I hope your holy fasting this Lenten season is going well and that you are preparing your heart for Easter. Special HoWeek services include Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday Communion, Good Friday Service and Easter services at 7:00, 8:45 am and 10:55 am on March 27.

Peace,

A Note From The Associate Pastor 17 I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, will give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation that makes God known to you. 18

pray that the eyes of your heart will have enough light to see what is the hope of Gods call, what is the richness of Gods glorious inheritance amonbelievers, 19a and what is the overwhelming greatness of Gods power that is working among us believers. ~ Ephesians 1:17-19a

Lent is a time of the year when many Christians choose to refocus their spiritual journey by taking on a new spiritual discipline. There armany disciplines to choose from, but one that I cannot recommend highly enough is the Instagram photo challenge hosted by RethinChurch. Now, it may sound a bit strange to be using social media as a spiritual discipline, but before you judge, hear me out.

Each year during the season of Lent, the fine people at rethinkchurch.org create a large list of words for the photo challenge. Those whwish to participate are asked to take a photo each day that represents that days word. The idea is that by looking for thesewords durinour normal daily activities, we might be drawn to pay attention to the ways that God is at work in our presence. Further, by sharing themthe present work of God may be made known to others. Katie and I have participated in the challenge for the past few years, as one oour lenten disciplines, and we can attest to the effect it has had on the way we see our world.

If you enjoy taking pictures at all, I greatly encourage you to take a look at Rethink Church's photo challenge. If you would like more information, here is the linkhttp://www.rethinkchurch.org/articles/spirituality/2016lentenphotoadaypractice

Regardless of what you choose to do for the season of Lent, I hope that you are drawn into a deeper relationship with the God of ousalvation. My prayer for each of us is that throughout these 40 days our eyes are opened to the incredible works of love that occur dailin our midst.

Blessings,

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Page 3 Newsletter

FUMCNAC Spring/Summer Schedule

10 - Newsletter Deadline25-30-Saga Brown Mission Trip (UMCOR)

February22 Preschool Registration for Church Members and Staff24 Preschool Registration for Currently-Enrolled Students29 Preschool Registration for Open to the Public

March06 - United Methodist Women -Bake Sale

09 - Newsletter Deadline13-Daylight Saving Time Begins13-18-Spring Break

20 - Palm Sunday21-25 - Holy Week Noon Services and Luncheon21-25 - Prayer Room in the Parlor24-6:00 pm - Maundy Thursday Worship Service in the

Family Life Center25 - 6:00 pm - Good Friday Worship Service in the

Sanctuary27 - 7:00 am Easter Sunday Sunrise Service

Oak Grove Cemetery7:45 am Easter Breakfast - Family Life Center8:00 am Flower Cross8:45 am Contemporary Worship Service9:45 am Easter Egg Hunt


01-Confirmation Sunday07-Wesley Foundation BenefitAuction - FLC11-Newletter Deadline22-Graduation Sunday22-28-Visiting College UMARMY26-Preschool Closing Program at 9:00 am in the FLC29-Jun 1-Texas Annual Conference

06-11 - Habitat- Nac Blitz Build08 - Newsletter Deadline10-13 - Mission NAC13-17 - East/West District Camp27-Jul 1 - Vacation Bible School

04-4th of July Ice Cream Social at 7:30 pmFront Lawn

10-16-Youth to UMARMY13 - Newsletter Deadline23-26 - Jr High Youth Out - Big House MissionTrip25-29 - Sr. High Beach Retreat

10 - Newsletter Deadline12-13 - FUMCNAC Garage Sale17 - Preschool Meet The Teacher19 - Back-to-School Bash at 7:30 pm @

SFA Rec Center21 -Youth Sunday28 - Promotion Sunday/3rd Grade Bible

Presentation

03-Childrens Sunday12-15-Preschool Week of the Young Child13-Newsletter Deadline17-United Methodist Women Sunday


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EAST/WEST DISTRICT CAMPCamp Fees & Deadlines

Early Bird Deadline -April 11 - Postmarked - $275.00Regular Deadline -April 25 - Postmarked - $300.00

Final Deadline - May 9 - Postmarked - $315.00Counselor Fee - $260.00

Counselor Meetings:May 24th @ 7:00 PM - FUMC, LufkinMay 26th @ 7:00 PM - FUMC, Bryan

Theme: "By Faith"Scripture: Hebrews 11

FUMC Preschool Registration for the Fall 2016-17

FUMC Preschool Registration for the Fall 2016-17 for children 12 months old (and walking) thru Pre-K

Open for Church Members and StaffMonday, February 22ndat 7:15 am in the church library

Open currently enrolled studentsWednesday, February 24that 7:15 am in the church library.

Open to the PublicMonday, February 29that 7:15 am in the church library.

Any questions - please contact Lisa Labosky at 936 560-4631 or [email protected]

PRESCHOOL

MISSION NEWSUMCOR Sager Brown Mission Trip

September 25-30, 2016

I have some exciting news for you! This year our church is going on a mission trip to

Sager Brown in Baldwin, LA. Sager Brown is one of two depots that serve as the head-

quarters for UMCORs relief-supply network. Each year over $4 million in supplies pass

through the depot on its way around the world to assist in disaster relief efforts. Locally,

Sager Brown is also involved in many food distribution and housing rehabilitation pro-

jects, as they reach out to their community.

On September 25-30thof this year, our church will be takinga group of 12 people to Baldwin, LA to work alongside the team at Sager Brown, and we

want you to be one of those 12! There is work to do for anyone of any age, skill-set, or ability;

the only requirement is a servants heart. So please save the date and consider joining usthis September.

If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Rev. Trent Oliver at 936-564-8308 or at [email protected].
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]


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Maundy Thursday ServiceMarch 24, 6:00 pm - Family Life CenterMaundy Thursday, or Holy Thursday, is the Thursday of Holy Week where we commemorate the institution of the Lords Supper, orHolyCommunion. Maundy is from the Latin word for command. It reminds us of Jesus words in John 13:34, A new commandment I giv e to

you. At this service we are reminded of Jesus and the disciples celebrating the Passover meal. Prior to the meal Jesus washes the feet ofthe disciples to remind them, and us, of our role as servants. This year our Maundy Thursday service will be held in the Family Life Center

at 6:00 pm. We will meet around tables much like the Disciples did at that first Lords Supper. This is a family-friendly service where allages are welcome. Our music will be led by members of the Contemporary Service Praise Team.

Good Friday ServiceFriday, March 25 at 6:00 pm in the Sanctuary

Good Friday is the day when we remember Jesus Christs death on the cross. This somber service

is sometimes called A Service of Darkness, or Tenebrae Service. Tenebrae comes from the Latin

word meaning darkness. Our service this year will center around the seven last words Jesus spoke

from the cross. The service will be in the Sanctuary at 6:00 pm, and the Chancel Choir will lead our

music as candles are extinguished after each song and scripture reading. During the service chil-dren are invited to Room 212 to experience the Childrens Prayer Room.

Easter Sunday - March 277:00 am Easter Sunrise Service at Oak Grove Cemetery with

Rev. Trent Oliver (contingency - FUMC Chapel if it rains)

7:45 am Breakfast in the Family Life Center

8:00 am Flower Cross - Front Lawn8:45 am Contemporary Worship Service

9:45 am Sunday School and Easter Egg Celebration in the Family Life Center


Participate in our Annual

Easter Cross of FlowersYou are invited to bring flowers from your yard to decorate the cross on thefront lawn of the church between 8:00 am -1:00 pm. You are welcome tobring your camera and take pictures of your family with the cross.

Easter Egg CelebrationSunday, March 27 at 9:45 am - FLCEaster eggs have been a Christian tradition for hundreds of years.Childrens Ministries is hosting its annual Easter Egg Hunt for all chil-

dren through the sixth grade. Babies and children 18 months and

younger need to bring a dozen eggs filled with age-appropriate goodies and their Easter bas-

kets. Children 19 months of age through sixth grade should bring a dozen treat-filled eggs intheir baskets. Basket parking is available in the hallway just outside the Sanctuary.

Palm Sunday/Holy Week/ Easter


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Community Holy Week Noon ServicesBy Nacogdoches Ministerial Alliance

Monday, March 21 - Friday, March 25, 2016

Featuring Pastors and Music Leaders from churches throughout theCommunity. Services at 12:00 noon in the Sanctuary of the

First United Methodist Church, followed by a luncheonat 12:30 pm in the Family Life Center. Donation: $5.00 per plate.

There will be a Holy Week Prayer Room in the Parlor of the First United Methodist Church.All are invited to spend time in prayer any time throughout the week.

MONDAY, MARCH 21Minister:Rev. Donald Lacey- Zion Hill First Baptist Church

Liturgist: Rev. Lani Rousseau - Perritte Memorial United Methodist ChurchSong Leader: Rev. George Patterson - Austin Heights Baptist Church

Organist/Pianist: Mary Cooper - Austin Heights Baptist ChurchUshers: Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Lunch by Sacred Heart Catholic ChurchMenu:Orange Chicken, Parsley Rice, Green Beans with onions, and Waldorf Salad (chopped apples, tossed walnuts and salad dressing)

and Peach Cobbler

TUESDAY, MARCH 22Minister:Rev. Tom TeekellWesley Foundation Campus Ministry at SFA

Liturgist: Rev. Steve Newton - Westminster Presbyterian ChurchSong Leader: Nita Hudson - Christ Episcopal Church

Organist/Pianist: Ping-Ting Lan - Christ Episcopal ChurchUshers: First United Methodist Church/Wesley Foundation Campus Ministry at SFA

Lunch by First United Methodist ChurchMenu:Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Rolls, Green Beans and Pie

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23Minister: Rev. Wanda Cuniff - Christ Episcopal Church

Liturgist: Rev. Gary GieseSacred Heart Catholic ChurchSong Leader: Miki Lynn - Austin Heights Baptist Church

Organist/Pianist: Dr. James Pitts - Westminster Presbyterian ChurchUshers: Perritte Memorial United Methodist ChurchLunch by:Perritte Memorial United Methodist ChurchMenu:Chicken Spaghetti, Salad, Bread and Dessert

THURSDAY, MARCH 24Minister: Dr. Curtis BarbarickNorth Street Church of Christ

Liturgist: Rev. Sarah Carbajal-Austin Heights Baptist ChurchSong Leader: Frank PrattSacred Heart Catholic Church

Organist/Pianist: Carole DeptulaFairview United Methodist ChurchUshers: Westminster Presbyterian Church

Lunch by:Westminster Presbyterian ChurchMenu:Baked Potato and Salad

FRIDAY, MARCH 25

Minister:Dr. Sharon TemplemanWestminster Presbyterian Church

Liturgist: Rev. Karen CooperHealth Horizons of East TexasSong Leader: Dr. Tod FishFirst United Methodist Church

Organist/Pianist: Dr. Andrew ParrSt. Marys Catholic Campus MinistryUshers:Austin Heights Baptist Church

Lunch by:Austin Heights Baptist ChurchMenu:Lasagna, Green Beans, Bread and Dessert

First United Methodist Church * 201 E. Hospital Street * Nacogdoches, TX 75961 * 936-564-8308 SB


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FEBRUARY17 - Common Ground - Classes/Activities at 6:00 pm

21 - Lent for Kids at 9:30 am - Room 210

Disciple II Bible Study at 4 pm - Conf Room

Lenten Bible Study at 5:00 pm - Youth Center

Confirmation Class at 6:30 pm - Room 208

22 - Preschool Registration Opens to Church Members23 - Heart-to-Heart Chorus - rehearsal at 9 am - Choir RoomPerformance at 10 am - Westward Trail24 - Common Ground - Classes/Activities at 6:00 pm

Preschool Enrollment for Current Students28 - Lent for Kids at 9:30 am - Room 210




29 - Preschool Enrollment Open to the Public

MARCH02 - Common Ground - Classes/Activities at 6:00 pm

03 - Board of Trustees Meeting at 5:15 pm - Library

Missions Committee Meeting at 6:30 pm - Conf Room





08 - Heart-to-Heart Chorus - rehearsal at 9 am - Choir RoomPerformance at 10 am - Garrison Nursing Home09 - Common Ground - Classes/Activities at 6:00 pm

Evangelism Committee Meeting at 4:00 pm - Library13 - Lent for Kids at 9:30 am - Room 210


ROOM RESERVATIONSIf you are planning to reserve a room in the Church for ameeting, gathering, etc., a request can be made either bycompleting a Building Use Form that can be found in theWorkroom or online www.fumcnac.org, scroll down to the

bottom of the home page and click resources, church formsand then building use.

ACCESS ACSTo obtain an ACCESS ACS user ID, logon to

www.fumcnac.org, click the ACCESS ACS link at thebottom of the page. For more information, kindly contact

Sharon Bright at 936-564-8308 or [email protected].

Articles Due for Next NewsletterThe next Newsletter will be dated Friday,

April 1, 2016. Articles for this issue should be emailedto

[email protected] by 3:00 pm Wednesday,March 9 , 2016.

BULLETIN and E-News DEADLINEPlease emailall information to [email protected]

for our weekly Bulletin/E-News by 3:00 pm on Tuesdays.

Regularly-Scheduled Meetings

Mondays:

HRT Emmaus Reunion Group meets on Mondays at 5:15 pm - Barbara LaFours

Girl Scout Troop 1406 meets on Mondays at 6:00 pm in the Scout Lodge

Tuesdays:

Heart-to-Heart Chorus at 9:00 am in the Choir Room and performances at Nursing Homes at 10:00 am (2nd & 4th Tuesdays)

Girl Scout Troop 1016 meets every other Tuesday at 5:30 pm in the Scout Lodge

Celebrate Service Rehearsal at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary

Wednesdays:Christian Writers Fellowship at 5:45 pm

YoWe (Youth on Wednesday Evenings) at 5:30 pm-Jr. High Ignite; 6:30 pm Sr. High Ignite - Youth Center

Bell Choir Rehearsal at 6:00 pm in Room 207

Chancel Choir Rehearsalat7:00 pm in the Choir Room.Thursdays:

Grace Emmaus Reunion Group meeting at 8:30 am in the Library

Sundays:

Youth Praise Band practice at 4:30 pm in the Youth Lounge

Cub Scouts meets at 5:00 pm in the Scout Lodge

Youth on Sunday Night 5:30-Youth Open Gym; 6:30 pm-Youth Snack Supper; 7:00 pm-Youth Bible Study

FUMCNAC CALENDAR Lenten Bible Study at 5:00 pm - Youth Center

Confirmation Class - Spring Break

14-18 - SPRING BREAK



Lenten Bible Study - Youth Center



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PRAYER CONCERNSUPDATED, Monday, February 15, 2016 (9 am)For a more up-to-date Prayer List, kindly contact our Church Office564-8308.

Kevin Fike, Willie (requested by Debra Bankston), Richie (Audry Quicks grandson), William King Shaw, ArlenJeffery, Liza Yarbrough, David Standly, Brent Slaton, A. L. Mangham, Dianne House, Charles Warlick, SaraKopri, Sharon & Charles Gardener (Sue & Doug Laws cousin), Katrina Loftin, Frank Richardson, Collin Chandler (Jack and Ashley Chandlers son), Frank Richardson, Donald Stricklen (Donna Johnsons father), Raymond Kieffer, Betty Wood, Martin Houser, Jim Simmons (Charlie Simmons brother), Wesley Sowell (John &Gale Whites daughter-in-laws father), Daniel Smith (requested by Gale White), Laurie Russell (Ann Wilsonsniece), Barbara Collier, Holland, Lisa Wrench, Helen Grout, Charla Dumas (Karen Jenlinks daughter), Louis(Len) Neff (Dawn Rigsbys cousin), Dick Voigtel, Hunter LaGrone (requested by Charles Reynolds), CindyGerman (Anne Petits daughter), Jean Smith (Cindy Himes mother), Becky Taylor, Dottie Clagett, Pat LaRueMelanie Kieffer (requested by Patrick Rovers Houser), Jeff Thomas (Carla Coffees cousin), Samantha Hein(Sue Laws great-niece), Bobbie Williams (requested by Betty Lewis), Kirk Watson (Kelly Youngs brother)Randy Hauck (requested by Hank & Suzy Crouse), Charlotte Carey (Brad Maules sister), Sunne Schotke(Brad Maules niece), Bubba Hughes (requested by Al Smith), Huntley Stephenson (requested by Al Smith)Pat Rayne, Jarrell Grout, Steven Russell (Lynn Teagues brother), Mike Rogers (requested by Allen Anthony)

Annette Martin, Ruth (Marie) Baker, Ann Wilson, Campbell Cox, Rudy Washburn, Jenny Scott (Kay Jeffreysdaughter), Jonathan Wolfe (Gale Whites son), Stephanie Bentz (Cathy Johnsons daughter), RosemaryMoffatt, McKenzie Hanlon (requested by Colleen Abernathy), Dave Collun (Sheila Smiths cousin), Arin LeeLeah Dorsey (Leon Dorseys daughter), Roy Laprarie (Al Smiths brother-in-law), Cecilia Andis (Jerry Andissister), Peggy Cox, Dianne House, Sue Whatley, Daniel Coolidge, Kate Maloy, Joe Butters, Debbie Sellman(friend of Jo Taylor), Jack Macris (Sharon Scifres brother).

Our Hearts Go Out ToThe family of Charles Dauphine on his passing

The family of David Lymbery on his passing

Military Personnel in Combat ZoneJack Duffin, Jake Trotter, Westen Kuenstler, Wesley Floyd

Names will remain on a published prayer team list for 90 days. The prayer team appreciates currenupdates on requests. Please email your requests and updates to [email protected] If you know of amember of FUMCwho is in the hospital or who will be having surgery, kindly contact the Church Office - 5648308. EMERGENCIES, call 936-585-2294.

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DR. JEFF McDONALDSenior Pastor

[email protected]. TRENT OLIVERAssociate [email protected] CAMPBELLDirector of Youth Ministry

[email protected] JORDANDirector of Childrens [email protected] LABOSKYDirector of [email protected]. TOD FISHDirector of Music [email protected]. GARY WURTZCelebrate Worship [email protected] DR. ANDY [email protected] BRIGHTOffice Manager

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