Dear Friends,
Through the Parables of Lost Sheep & Lost Coin, Lord Jesus reveals the heart of God for people lost and the joy of heaven for each person who repents and thus is found.
We are called to reflect this heart of God "Lost people matter to God" and join Christ in His mission to reach the lost. This involves earnestly praying for salvation of souls, sharing Christ with those outside, inviting others to church, welcoming visitors & strangers among us, supporting the work of Christ through our resources, and using our gifts to advance this mission of Christ, etc. Come join in worship and serve together as we continue in this great Mission to reach more for Heaven's joy!
With you for Christ's Work,
Pastor Julia YH Yim
WESLEY CHOIR REHEARSALS: begin this Sunday! Join us upstairs in the choir room after the service.
CONFIRMATION TRAINING: 8th graders or those who desire to be confirmed and haven't received Confirmation training, please contact the Church Office.
YOUTH RALLY ñ IMPACT 2007: Sat. September 29th at the Bethpage Arumdaun Presbyterian Church. Meet at our church for pizza. This is an annual event hosted by LIYFC (Long Island Youth for Christ). Guest speaker will be Pastor Preston Centuolo who helps young people figure out what their dreams are, inspiring them to achieve their goals, and encouraging them to be true to themselves instead of sacrificing their goals to peer pressure, violence or victimization. Plus, music by True North Community Church Worship Band. We have 12 tickets to this event, so get your permission slip back to Garry or Shanna Wurth by Sun., Sept. 23rd. Thanks.
ALTAR QUILT PROJECT: We are finishing an Altar Quilt, made up of fabric squares submitted by members of the Congregation. To participate in this joint-effort to adorn our Altar you can still submit a 6"x 6" square fabric of special meaning by October 7, 2007. For more information please contact, Lisa Bell, the Project Coordinator.
COOKING/BAKING MINISTRY: If you know of someone in our church who would benefit from an occasional home-cooked meal or baked goods, please see Mary Ann Nataro. Thank you.
YOUTH GROUP COAT DRIVE: we experienced a drop in temperature earlier this week, which reminds us of those without coats for the winter. The Youth Group is collecting men's coats now through Oct. 21st. The collected coats will be given out in Manhattan through Hope for the Future on Sat. Oct. 28th.
UPCOMING MYF EVENTS:
- Sun. 9/29 - Impact 2007 @ Arumdaun Presbyterian Church, Bethpage; meet at 5:30pm @ FUMC for pizza
- Sun. 10/14, 5:00pm @ FUMC MYF Gathering Dinner Kick-Off (bring a friend)
- Sun. 10/28, 5:00pm @ FUMC MYF Gathering Dinner/Scavenger Hunt.
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30 DAYS FOR KYLI is a spirit raiser. The goal is to raise awareness of the gifts we have each been given and to take better care of ourselves in an attitude of gratitude, while dedicating acts of self care to Kyli's complete physical healing. Kyli, one of our church members, is an infectious, spirited five year old girl who has struggled with encephalopathy of unknown origin since infancy. Kyli works very hard to achieve simple things like eating, drinking, breathing, and even sleeping. We remain confident God is working miracles in and through Kyli. Please join us by visiting the following website - http://theprocessfitness.com/kyli.html
ADVENT BOOKLET: The Membership & Evangelism Committee invites you to participate in another Advent booklet this year. Wasn't it inspiring to read personal testimonies, poems and stories written by our sisters and brothers from church? This year, we'd like to include YOUR story. The greatest Christmas gift is Jesus, and we want to share with each other how WE personally received this gift. Please give your article to Pat DiMassi or leave it in the Church Office for Barbara. The deadline to submit your article is Oct. 1. Thank you.
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER NEEDED: If anyone is interested, please see Jenn Lee. We are in need of substitute teachers as well. Thank you.
HELP WANTED: If anyone is interested in the position of Thrift Shop Co-Coordinator, please contact the Church Office. This is a 10 hour per week position.
FARMINGDALE ADULT DAY CARE PROGRAM: The Adult Day Care Center meets Mon.-Fri., 9:00am-3:00pm at Farmingdale United Methodist Church. Volunteers are needed! If you have any time or talent to share with our center, we would greatly appreciate your help! Please e-mail fadc@optonline.net or call (516) 293-8928.
CHARGE CONFERENCE: is scheduled for Tues., October 9th at 7:30pm. Committee Reports are due in Office by Wednesday, Oct. 3rd. Thank you.
APARTMENT AVAILABLE: two-bedroom upstairs apartment for rent at 45 Grant Avenue, Farmingdale. Available Nov/Dec. For further information, contact George Bombard 516-249-2982.
IN NEED OF PRAYERS THIS WEEK: Kyli Abbinanti, Shirley Baker, Emily Brown, Mabel Greenidge, Kristen Hickey, Peggy Lopez, Ruth Mace, Praveen Misra, Carolyn Minn, Evelyn Occena, Vera Schefer, Barbara Simpson, 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.
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