View this week's Newsletter in PDF format.
Join us for Arts Festival 2010 in April.
Children's Ministries and Programs
Chrismons and the Chrismon Tree, the making and meaning
Advent is a special season at CFUMC
Our "Plaza" where our HIspanic Ministries reside.
The Food Pantry Ministry, including the sources and the operation.
A general description of the Preschool published fall 2009
Children's Ministries at CFUMC
Several of our members discuss the background and program of Emmaus
Missions trips to Ecuador occur frequently. This video chronicles those trips.
Meri and other choir members talk about our choral witness
What's so "Awesome!" See this clip on the Children's Choirs.
Our Military Care Package Ministry for the soldiers and the children
Mommy and Me program plus the After School program
Our Stephen Ministry and the many aspects of this caring ministry
The Confirmation Class of 2008: their progress and those who helped them.
John Hutchinson and casts present Music and Arts at CFUMC
Our One Great Day of Service each year in the Spring.
Where we have been, where we are, and where we are going
Upward Sports and Cheer Leading at CFUMC
Inclement Weather Updates:
For information on all programs and services,
please call 770.887.2900 ext 500 for updated information.
How can you help the People of Haiti?
Click Here for video on HAITI
The video was released by the United Methodist Church and UMCOR
Monetary Donations to United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR). 100% of your donation goes directly to where you designate! Donations:
(1) can be made online at Haiti Emergency, UMCOR Advance #418325, go to www.umc.org and a link will carry you right to the donation page
(2) send to CFUMC and we will send it on to UMCOR, be sure to write Advance #418325 in the memo line of your check
(3) send your check directly to UMCOR, P.O. Box 9068, New York, NY 10087, with Advance #418325 in the memo line of your check.
Various groups will be be putting together Health Kits. Please help provide from the following list:
Important Kit Assembly Information
Rev. Cromartie is presenting a sermon series from the Book of Luke entitled "Getting to Know Jesus Through the Voice of St. Luke." The series will continue for several months.
This link leads to Rev. Cromartie's short description of this series.
This Sunday, February 7, Rev. John's sermon Persisting in Prayer is based on Luke 11:1-13. Additional Sunday service details.
Sermons from this series are available on our media page.
The worship service music, Baptisms, and sermons are on our service media page for you to hear.
At left is a photo of Rev. Cromartie delivering the sermon "Preaching That Stirs Things Up" on January 17, 2010, with our guests from Clark Atlanta University in attendance.
View the PDF document describing the new adult winter programs.
Sunday:
Return to Mayberry ~ "modern" parables from the lives of the wonderful characters of Mayberry. Meets from 5-6 PM through March 7 (no class on February 7 or 14) in room #15. Facilitated by Laurie Hintz.Tuesday:
Weavings ~ meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10-11:30 AM, #110Paul ~ Explore the teachings of Paul in an informal setting where discussion is encouraged. Meets from 7-8:30 pm in room 11, facilitated by Julianne Boling
Wednesday:
The Amazing Collection ~ This 3 year study goes through the Bible by studying one book each week. Book fee: $11 per quarter. Facilitated by Wanda Franklin.An Introduction to John Wesley ~ This 5 week study includes a brief biographical study of John Wesley, founder of Methodism, his beliefs and ideas on the Christian Communitu and social holiness. Child care is available by reservation. Facilitated by Stephani Satterfield. Meets from 10-11:30 am in room 14. No fees.
Thursday:
Breakfast Bible Study for Men ~ Join Rev. John Cromartie for breakfast at 6:30 AM in the Student Center
Women’s Connection ~ 9-11 AM, Room 11
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny! March 27, 9-11 AM. Cost: $12 includes breakfast, egg hunt, bunny craft and picture with the Easter Bunny. Contact the Children's Ministry Office.
UMM Breakfast Meeting
Saturday, February 6, 8 AM , Room #110
Brian Dill, VP of Economic Development for Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce will speak on 2010 Economic DevelopmentO Lord,
Hear our Prayers...
Sign up to join the Intercessory Prayer Team! Email: prayer@cfumcga.comSouper Bowl of Sharing Food Drive for the Food Pantry:
Needs Canned Fruit, Canned Vegetables, Peanut Butter, Spaghetti Sauce, Pasta, Cereal, Crackers, Macaroni & Cheese, Soup, Dried Beans, Rice,Tuna, Tuna Helper, Cookies, Cake Mix.
Our youth will hand out bags on Sunday, January 31 for the Souper Bowl Food Drive. Please return the filled bags on February 7. Youth will be available to take your bags at the awnings, or you can place in the bins in the breezeway next to the Family Life Center. NO Expired Food, please! Thank you!Now Registering!
Preschool for 2010-2011
For more information, please email cfumcpreschool@aol.com
Upward Soccer
Coed teams for ages 3-grade 2. Cost: $105 per child. Final registration deadline: February 13.
Email: upward@cfumcga.com
Playschool for 2010-2011
Tuesday, February 23, 10 AM-12 Noon, #109 for children age 9 months-under 2 years as of September 1. For more information please email playschool@cfumcga.comBook Clubs and Reading Groups
Cover to Cover: 7-8:30 PM, #110, Wednesday, February 24 Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Society by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows
History Travelers: 7-8:30 PM, Library, Monday, March 1: Lost History of Christianity: the Thousand-Year Golden Age of the Church in the Middle East, Africa and Asia – and How it Died by Philip Jenkins
Questions? Call Laurie Hintz, 770.887.2900
Special Needs Children - a "buddy" helps children with developmental needs participate. Call Rev. Herring, (770) 887-2900, ext. 238. We have buddies for:
- Sunday School (9:45-10:45 am) for ages 4 through grade 5
- Kids' Kingdom (8:45 and 11 am) for ages 4 through grade 5
- TGIF (11 am) for grades 3-5
Families of Deployed Soldiers is a network to help service families. For information, call Neida Streit, (770) 887-2900, ext. 215 or click here.
Rainbows/Spectrum is a peer support group for children and youth (K-12) experiencing a significant loss or change, such as death, divorce or remarriage. Details - PDF format.
Grief Support - A place to be with others experiencing loss and grief. Contact Rev. Ron Preuss, (770) 887-2900, ext. 212.
Divorce Support is a weekly seminar/support group for people who are in the midst of separation or divorce. Call Rev. Kathie Stasko, (770) 887-2900.
United Methodist Women - the programs
Carol and other members on Intercessory Prayer