10 - Oct 2016 - Newsletter

First United Coordinati
Methodist Church
members & guests: Please call or stop in the church o
You are invited to any of these upcoming

the Annual Sunday, Oct 2
Fun & Festivities meal  11:00 Confirmation
 9:45 & 11:00 KKLC Kids Sing
& silent auction  Communion Served
fundraiser!
Tuesday, Oct. 4
Menu: Soup, sandwiches, & homemade pie  5:30 Door to Core Team mtg
5:30 – 6:30p.m. in the church dining room
Thursday, Oct. 6
 Fun & Festivities

Sunday, Oct. 9
 Noon—Leadership Council mtg

Tuesday, Oct. 11 S
 9:30 UMW Executive mtg S

Thursday, Oct. 13
 9:30 Hope/Loyalty UMW circle
 7-9 MOPS/Moms Next

Thursday, Oct. 20 S
 9:30 UMW General

Donations received will help these projects: Regular Scheduled Weekly Mee
*Salvation Army *Sr. Nutrition program
Monday:
*Backpack program *Ingathering for Hunger  1:00 Ladies Fellowship & Handiwork
*UMW Missions (2nd & 4th Monday of the month)

Detach the slip below to include with your monetary Wednesday:
donation. This donation will cover the cost of the dinner  5:45 Supper
 5:45 Choir Practice
– Thank you for your generosity!  6:15—7:30 Class Time
(The free-will offering that is being advertised is for guests,  7pm Praise Team Practice
 7:30 Dismissal
the general public & those not receiving this note.) Thursday:

I would like to make a donation of $ _____________  Noon Brown Bag Bible Study
to the 2016 UMW Fun & Festivities fundraiser.  MOPS—Mothers of Preschoolers

(Mail your donation to the church , drop it off in the office (2nd & 4th Thursday of the month)
or bring it with you on Oct. 6. )
This Sund

@ 11:00 – Confi

Celebrate with the confirmation cla
commitment to Christ and take the

@ 9:45 & 11:00 – KKL

Introducing the KKLC class of 2016-20
the little ones of our preschool.

ting Calendars…  “KOKK TGIF MINUTE”  COFFEE FELLOWSHIP— Sun, 9:45am SATURDAY WORSHIP — 5:30pm e-mail: [email protected] Huron, SD 57350 2660 Dakota Avenue S. First United Methodist Church
6:55am. & 11:55pm (M-on-Fri.) Church Office: 352-8604
office for more information about Fax: 352-6977 09/29/2016
opportunities: 352-8604 SUNDAY SCHEDULE:
11:00 Service 8:30 Traditional Worship Service www.huronfumc.org
Coming in November… 9:45 The ROCK Service

Sunday, Nov 6 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED
 All Saints Sunday
Non-Profit Org.
Sunday, Nov 13 U.S. POSTAGE
 6pm Charge Conference
PAID
Sunday, Nov 20 Huron SD 57350
 Commitment Sunday
Permit #236
eting & Worship Times:
Saturday:

 8:00 Men’s Breakfast at the Plains
 5:30 Worship
Sunday:
 8:30 SonRise Service
 9:45 Coffee Fellowship
 9:45 Children’s Church
 9:45 The ROCK Service
 11:00 Sunday School
 11:00 REV Service

day, Oct. 2
firmation Sunday

ass of 2015-2016 as they pledge their
e membership vows of this church.

LC Preschool Kids sing!

017! It is always exciting to see & hear
. We welcome them to worship!

A Message From Pastor Mark Quick

“Excel in the Grace of Giving” Online Account, M

On Sundays Nov. 6, Nov. 13, and Nov. 20 our worship theme will be “Excel in the HUGE THANK YOU! Thank
Grace of Giving.” I hope you will make every effort to be present on all three Sun-
days. On Nov. 13 we will introduce a giving challenge titled “Give Plus One.” ness to learn the new check-in system
very much appreciate your cooperati
As your pastor, I hope and pray that the messages offered will help us in our jour- The benefits to this system are more
neys as faithful and generous stewards. By the power of the Holy Spirit through added safety for our children but also
Word and Sacrament, we are molded and transformed into stewards who follow our families! There are a lot of familie
God’s ways and become more Christ-like in our giving. As Christians, we are motivat- is a bit of a process in these first stage
ed to give by the gift of God’s grace through his son. With hearts filled with God’s correct and things are set up correctly
love and grace, we can give faithfully. UMC as your church and thank you fo
honor to be in ministry with you!
Giving is our faith response to God’s gifts. God wants us to give willingly and cheer-
fully out of hearts filled with love and gratitude for our present and eternal lives. We News From Kingdom Kids Le
also give out of obedience because God’s Word directs us to give. The Apostle Paul
said, “But just as you excel in everything … in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in com- Greetings from KKLC: School has begun wit
plete earnestness and in your love for us … see that you also excel in this grace of as children have explored “moon sand”, “co
giving” (2 Corinthians 8:7). Just as Paul urged the people in Corinth to give, we are the rocket ship”, “walked on the moon”, an
urged to “excel in this grace of giving.” many “out of this world” art projects! The
justed well to their new routines and hav
You can expect to receive commitment forms again this year. Once received, we will making friends, following directions, and
ask that you please bring them to church on Commitment Sunday which will be Nov. Jesus their praises…even on Sunday too!
20th or return it to the church office at your convenience. children will be learning all about “Recyclin
and Reducing” so they can take care of the
May God bless and keep us in His peace and joy as we give to Him! created.

Pastor Mark Holland As you will see, several fundraisers are pl
fall: From Oct.1-14th – preschool families an
Join the Team! Seeking members FUMC Leadership Council selling Greeting Cards – watch the narthe
opportunity to purchase/order yours! La
Leadership Council is looking for new member to join the team. If you have a heart for God will be another Christmas Photo Shoot opp
and a vested interest in visioning and helping to make decisions that will guide the ministry of more info to come! Keep watching the bu
the church, then you should consider applying. If you have any questions, please don’t hesi- information. And remember donations a
tate to visit with Pastor Mark or any of the Leadership Council members. Applications are welcome anytime. We are so grateful for e
available in the church office. Currently serving on the Leadership Council: John Hershman, for your prayer and financial support as this
chairperson, Mike Bartholow, Jim Cameron, Jared Cass, Cindy Eckmann, Jim Entwisle, Jeff
Luce, Frank Palleria, Larry Petersen, Terry Scheibe, Debbie Lindblad, Jill Meyer.

New info. & features will continue to be added so keep
We would love your feedback …. wish something was on the website

kQ&A Why would I want an Online Church e*Account? In a nutshell, stay
connected to your church through the online directory, access your
Mobile App, Check-In financial giving, set up reoccurring giving, stay in touch with your ministry
teams, see upcoming events and lots more!
you to the congregation for your willing-
m! This is a new system for all of us and we How do I get an account? www.huronfumc.org. Be sure to use the
primary e-mail you want to use to communicate with the church. Each
tion in learning and giving us feedback. person must have their own e-mail. E-mail cannot be shared between
than meets the eye! It not only provides family members.
better communication opportunities with
es that make up this congregation so there IT DOES TAKE 1-2 BUSINESS DAYS TO ACCESS THE DIRECTORY & CHECK-IN
es to make sure everyone’s information is SYSTEM. YOUR ACCOUNT MUST BE APPROVED BY THE CHURCH OFFICE.
y. We are so thankful that you choose First
or your patience with the process. It is an How does the mobile app work? Anyone can download the FREE mobile
app. You can even use the app to access your online church e*account.
earning Center
Why can’t I see the directory or check-in on my mobile app? You must log
th a “Blast” into your church account within the app in order to access the church
ommanded directory & check-in system. Remember, your online account must be
nd created approved by the office in order to access these features so it may take 1-2
ey have ad- business days to do so.
ve enjoyed
singing to Child Check-In

Soon the Step 1: Each family is asked to complete a Registration form if they have children
ng, Reusing,
participating in Sunday School or Wed. Nite Alive. The forms are available in the lobby
world God or printable from the church website. This ensures we have your family’s information in
the computer correctly. The registration also includes a photo release.
lanned this
nd staff are Step 2: Depending on the age of your children, check in at the computers.
ex for your
ater in Oct. Remember, you may use your mobile app which makes the process even easier!
portunity –
ulletins for Who? must be checked-in at the computers for SS/WNA?
are always
each of you Yes! Children nursery age thru 2nd grade must be checked in to class at
year gets off and running! the computers. A nametag will print for the child and a pick-up tag will

print for the person picking up the child from the classroom.

Optional! Because it is not required for this age group to be picked up
from their classroom, the 3rd thru H.S. may choose to check in at the
computers or they may go directly to their classrooms to be checked in

by their teacher.

Step 3: See you next week and bring a friend!

p your eye on it! THERE ARE STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTION AT THE LOBBY COMPUTERS FOR
or church app….Let us know.! CREATING AN ONLINE ACCOUT & DOWNLOADING THE APP.

Please don’t hesitate to ask us questions about the system or give us
feedback on any of these new tools.