Our Church is a member of the NYAC. The following is the VISION STATEMENT for our Conference: "The New York Annual Conference, through the grace of God embodies a beloved community of hope, building up a healthy Body of Christ, with heart-warmed United Methodists in mission for the transformation of the world."

SOUPER BOWL OF CARING: The Teen Circle will be selling cans of soup on "Soup-er" Bowl Sunday to raise money for Hope for the Future. If you would like to make a donation, you can put money in the "bowl" of the team that you want to win the Super Bowl. Every year the team that raised the most money has won the Super Bowl, so make your donation wisely!! (a wise donation would be for the Colts!)

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN: will meet on Tuesday, February 13th, 12:00noon. Sue Gabrielli is making soup (no sandwich).
The UMM will once again host a dinner for men and their significant others. In addition, the wives of former members are invited to attend at no cost. The date will be Monday, February 19th at 7:00 pm in Fellowship Hall. For reservations, please see Pete Campanella or Jeff James.

JC CAFÉ: HOME EDITION: Church Talent Night, Sat. March 10, 2007. Come and experience the J.C. Café atmosphere with a special focus. Coffee, tea, juice and a variety of delicious desserts will be served. The suggested donation of $5.00 will be given to UMCOR- Darfur as a special offering. There is a sign-up sheet for those who would like to participate on the large bulletin board closest to the stage in Fellowship Hall. Any questions, please contact Pat DiMassi, 516-796-1894. Thank you.

FROM THE NEW YORK ANNUAL CONFERENCE: The NYAC has relief teams going to Biloxi, Mississippi beginning March 3rd and continuing through August 18th to continue the rebuilding of this area so devastated by Hurricane Katrina. They have an urgent need for volunteers to join in this very rewarding work and fellowship on this important mission. The cost to the volunteers is $500, which will cover airfare, food and ground transport. Most trips are 8 days in duration. If interested, please call the Church Office at 516-694-3424.

2006 ANNUAL REPORTS: All committees and ministries are asked to submit an annual report by February 16th. If you have already done so for the Charge Conference, please submit your most updated report. Thank you.

MESSENGER ON LINE: For those of you who would like to see the latest editions of "The Messenger" before they arrive by mail, you can visit our church website at www.farmingdaleumc.org

PLANNING FOR THE SUMMER? Check out CREATION FESTIVAL at www.creationfest.com for Christian music & fellowship, camping, worship experience all rolled into one on 6/27-6/30 in Mt. Union, PA. The event is family friendly. Brochures will be available. If you're interested, please see Pat DiMassi or Faustina Gyedu.

SPECIAL THANKS: The family of Richard Jaisle would like to thank the members of the church for their kind expressions of sympathy and prayers during their recent bereavement. Mildred & Family

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! to Mabel Greenidge who celebrates her 102nd birthday on February 4th, 2007. We wish her God's blessings on this milestone

NEW E-MAIL ADDRESSES FOR CHURCH OFFICE:The following new e-mail addresses are now in effect for the Church Office. office@farmingdaleumc.org and pastor@farmingdaleumc.org

ALTAR FLOWER CALENDAR: If you wish to have an arrangement placed on the altar in memory of a loved one, or in honor of someone or a special time in your life, please call the Church Office. The cost is $20.

2007 UPPER ROOM DISCIPLINES: are available at the Welcome Center for $10

IN NEED OF PRAYERS THIS WEEK: Kyli Abbinanti, Emily Brown, Mickey Canning, Mabel Greenidge, Mildred Jaisle, Carlos Joniaux, Mildred Lindquist, Peggy Lopez, Ruth Mace, Tom Maldonado, Carolyn Minn, Evelyn Occena, Ann Robertson, Vera Schefer, Barbara Simpson, Lou Volla, Mary Anne Wolling and our troops in harm's way.
*If you know of someone in the hospital, or someone who wishes a pastoral visit, please call the Church Office.