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Cumming First United Methodist Church

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770 Canton Hwy Cumming, GA 30040 / 770.887.2900

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News

View this week's Newsletter in PDF format.

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Youth
Youth activities at CFUMC

Arts 2010
Join us for Arts Festival 2010 in April.

Children
Children's Ministries and Programs

Chrismons
Chrismons and the Chrismon Tree, the making and meaning

Advent
Advent is a special season at CFUMC

Hispanic Ministries
Our "Plaza" where our HIspanic Ministries reside.

Food Pantry
The Food Pantry Ministry, including the sources and the operation.

Preschool
A general description of the Preschool published fall 2009

Children
Children's Ministries at CFUMC

EmmausSeveral of our members discuss the background and program of Emmaus

Ecuador MissionsMissions trips to Ecuador occur frequently. This video chronicles those trips.

Meri MunceMeri and other choir members talk about our choral witness

Children's ChoirsWhat's so "Awesome!" See this clip on the Children's Choirs.

Care PackagesOur Military Care Package Ministry for the soldiers and the children

Afternoons and MommyMommy and Me program plus the After School program

Stephen MinistryOur Stephen Ministry and the many aspects of this caring ministry

ConfirmationThe Confirmation Class of 2008: their progress and those who helped them.

Music and ArtsJohn Hutchinson and casts present Music and Arts at CFUMC

One Great Day of ServiceOur One Great Day of Service each year in the Spring.

HistoryWhere we have been, where we are, and where we are going

Upward Sports and CheerleadingUpward Sports and Cheer Leading at CFUMC

United Methodist WomenUnited Methodist Women - the programs

CarolCarol and other members on Intercessory Prayer

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:

  1. 1-gallon plastic ziplock bags
  2. hand towels (15” x 25” up to 17” x 27”, no kitchen towels)
  3. washcloths
  4. combs (large and sturdy, not pocket-sized)
  5. nail files or fingernail clippers (no emery boards or toenail clippers)
  6. bath-size bar of soap (3 oz. and up)
  7. toothbrush (single brushes only in original wrapper, no child-size brushes)
  8. adhesive plastic strip sterile bandages
  9. $1 bills (NOTE: UMCOR Sager Brown is now purchasing toothpaste in bulk to be added to health kits before shipping to ensure that the product does not expire before it is sent. Please include $1 for each kit you send toward the purchase of toothpaste.)

  Important Kit Assembly Information

All items included in kits must be NEW items.
All emergency kits are carefully planned to make them usable in the greatest number of situations. Since strict rules often govern product entry into international countries, it is important that kits contain only the requested items—nothing more.
Do NOT include any personal notes, money or additional materials in the kits. These things must be painstakingly removed and will delay the shipment.

 

 

Sermon Series: Getting to Know Jesus Through the Voice of St. Luke

Luke
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.

Sights and Sounds From Our Services

Rev. CromartieThe 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.

Bible Studies

View the PDF document describing the new adult winter programs.

Bible Studies

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, #110

Paul ~ 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

Short Takes on Upcoming Events

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 Development

O Lord,
Hear our Prayers...

Sign up to join the Intercessory Prayer Team! Email: prayer@cfumcga.com

Souper 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.com

Book 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

Resources for Help

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.

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