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Dear friends,
I want to congratulate the newest inductees into the Order of the Keeper of the Christmas Secret: Jim Farrell and Kasey Wurth. Jim and Kasey are two very special people and they have proven in their lives, that they keep the Christmas secret (the Secret of Living is in Giving) each and everyday! We are blessed to have them among us and we congratulate them on their recognition!
Last Saturday we experienced a new program initiative for our church . . . the J.C. Cafˆ©. This attempt at fellowship and evangelism was an astounding success! Those of us who worked on the project and all who attended were blessed at this new way of being together as a congregation, welcoming visitors and being in ministry. We owe a debt of gratitude to Violet Simpson, Debbie Leff, Lola & Harry Schwartz, our FUMC Youth Band and to our guest Frank Rendo. Over seventy people attended and enjoyed the fun and fellowship and listened to the beautiful voice and spirit of Frank Rendo.
Sincerely,
Pastor Eldon Simpson
NURSERY SCHOOL REGISTRATION for September 2005 classes will be held on January 20 at 9:30 AM in the Bike Room on the lower level of the education wing, for church members and presently enrolled students. Open registration for anyone is on January 21 at 9:30 AM. We have programs for children 18 months through 4 years of age. Class times and rates are available in the nursery school office and flyers are posted around the building. Please call the nursery school office at 516-293-9078 for more information.
CONFIRMATION 2005: On Sunday afternoon, Jan. 23 at 4 PM in the church library the confirmation process for this year will begin with an orientation session. All confirmands, parents and mentors should plan to attend.
THE ANNUAL CARL GANZ MEMORIAL ROAST PORK DINNER will be held on Saturday, Jan.22, at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $13. and available from any member of the UM Men.
ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL Meeting
Monday, January 24, at 7 PM. All who hold leadership positions in the church are expected to be present.
THE UM MEN announce a "Day Apart for the Men of The LIE District," on Sunday, Jan. 23 at Westbury UMC. The day will consist of worship at 10 AM followed by a luncheon and guest speaker The Rev. Dr. Alfred S. Maloney. RSVP by Jan. 2. For more information see Jeff James or call 516-797-0919.
LEADER TRAINING WORKSHOPS: Jan. 29, from 8:30 AM-12 Noon at the Bible Korean UMC, 1201 Carl's Straight Path Road, Dix Hills. Fifteen workshops are available to help leaders of congregations enhance their skills. Among the workshops are: Stewardship, Evangelism, Trustees, Staff-Parish, Finance, Christian Education & Sunday School, Youth, Healing & Prayer Ministry, Worship, Administrative Council, and Missions. Call the church office for more information.
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CALLING ALL MEN: "Hunger on Long Island: A Call to Christian Men," is the title of a special men's prayer service to be held at the UMC of Bay Shore on Saturday, February 5 at 12 Noon. The Reverend Tom Goodhue, the Executive Director of the LI Council of Churches will be providing leadership. Lunch will be provided after the service. For information call 631-256-6041.
WELCOME to Amanda Leigh, the daughter of Laura (Reimer) & Raymond Urban, who was initiated into the Church of Jesus Christ through Baptism on Sunday, January 9. May God bless Amanda abundantly in the years ahead!
IN NEED OF PRAYERS: Tomas Maldonado, Barbara Simpson and our service personnel and others in and around Iraq who are caught in the continuing conflict.
OUR CONDOLENCES to Cindy Zacky upon the recent death of her mother. We pray God's consolation on Cindy and her family and we recall the promise of Jesus: "Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted"
BILLY GRAHAM is coming to Madison Square Garden in June! If you are interested in volunteering to help with this event, please speak to Pat DiMassi, 796-1894. There are many different ways to get involved right here on LI.
GOOD SHEPHERD HOSPICE is looking for a "Few Good Volunteers." Volunteer training will be held on February 7, 9, 16, 20, from 12 Noon to 4 PM. For information call Doreen at 631-376-3760 or Lucille at 876-8485.
2005 OFFERING ENVELOPES are at the back of the sanctuary. Please come by and pick up yours.
ON A PERSONAL NOTE: "I want to thank you for all your prayers . . . cards, gifts, phone calls and food that you sent me . . . and to Doris Howe and Penny Uythoven for their help. Thank you Jesus! I hope you know how much your thoughtfulness is appreciated. Love, Barbara Simpson."
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