Thursday, December 24, 2009
4:30p.m. Worship
Prelude music begins at 4:15p.m.
Music by our children and youth vocal and bell choirs A Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols
7:30p.m. Worship
Prelude music begins at 7:10p.m.
Music by the Chancel Choir, Asbury Bells, & additional ensambles A Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols
Christmas Eve Pot-Luck Supper 5:45p.m. - between the 4:30p.m. & 7:30p.m. services!
Bring a dish to share.
Tableware and beverages will be provided.
11/29/09 Expectations Scripture References: Luke 1:26-38 MP3
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Church members and visitors welcome to our website!
We
invite you to explore and learn more about our church.
New features are coming online each day so be sure
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Stay connected with all that's going on at our church by reading the latest issue of The Messenger, our monthly newsletter!
Visitors are welcome guests to our church. We invite
you to add your name and email address to the "You
Count in Our Church" pads during worship service
and to stop at the hospitality desk in the narthex
for a gift.
Weekly
Worship Schedule
Worship Schedule:
8:00am - Worship
9:00am - Sunday Fellowship w/ Continental Breakfast
9:30am - Christian Education (Sunday School Classes for all ages)
11:00am - Worship
Services
available:
Nursery Care, Elevator, Large Print Bulletins, Hearing
Enhancement Devices, and we're air conditioned!
Office
Hours
Mon.-Thurs. - 8:00a.m.-4:30p.m.
Fri.& Sat. - 8:00a.m.-Noon
Church Office is closed on Sundays.
Sunday mornings are for worship - even for our staff! Messages left will be cared for on Monday.
Children are most welcome in worship. As an option
to parents, nursery care for youngest children is
provided. Children preschool through sixth grade are
invited to go to "Noah's Park" (Junior Church)
following the children's message.
We want you to become involved at our church and know that we hold many events throughout the year including Family Fun Nights, Fellowship Events, Parents Night Outs, Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Family Picnic, and more. We feature several groups at our church including Senior League, Youth Ministries, Saturday Singles, and more!
Come be a part of all that's going on here at First United Methodist Church West Allis!
Listen
and download recent Sermons by Rev. Susan Lockman right
online in MP3 format!
See pics from various church events in our picture section of the website!
Test
your knowledge in our Daily Bible Trivia Quiz
See the pics from our "Studio Go Game Show" 2009 Vacation Bible School experience!
Explore
information on the many classes offered here at FUMCWA for
all ages.
More
info on upcoming events can be found in The Messenger, our
monthly church newsletter.
Read The Messenger online.
As
our ministries grow at church we are in need of help with
ushers, greeters and more. Here is a listing of areas we
need help. You can even
sign up online!
What Does The Bible Say About...?
Hard questions about the bible find answers in this class.
Read up of various topics such as money, the ressurection,
what happens after death, etc.Class meets on 1st Wed. each mo.
Learn all about our church history. View pics of our past church construction, buildings, lightning striking the church, historic events and more.
One of the most popular family podcasts on iTunes, the 1 Year Daily Audio Bible Podcast goes through the entire Bible in 1 Year with a 30min. session each day.
Have you recently lost a job or know someone who has? Its no secret that we're in hard economic times.
First United Methodist Church West Allis has a membership to the Crossroads Career Network, the web's biggest, smartest job search engine and we're inviting you to use this website as a tool to help you get back in the job market. Once on the website, click 'Register Now' and enter our church's Membership Key: prov36 to gain free access to search for jobs online, find hidden jobs, access career tools, take assessments and more.
New Year's Eve Dinner & Dance - December 31st Hales Corners Lutheran Church (12300 W. Janesville Rd., Hales Corners)
7:00 pm - Dinner 9:30 pm to 1:30 am - Dance
Dinner choices are: Beef Brisket in Demi Glace (similar to an au just but richer) or Garlic Butter Salmon with Toasted almonds. Spencer will be the DJ playing your favorite dance music. The dress code for this event is "dressed -up - for example for men it is shirt, tie and sport coat.
Adult Only Event. No childcare provided.
Cost: $25.00 per person for Dinner & Dance. $10 per person for Dance only.
PAYMENT & RSVP if attending Dinner & Dance is a MUST !! Needs to be received by Wednesday, December 23rd.
Send Payment to: ATTN: Common Grounds - Betty, Hales Corners Lutheran Church, 12300 W. Janesville Rd., Hales Corners, WI 53130. (*You must make certain to include ATTN: Common Grounds - Betty AND **make certain to indicate Beef or Salmon for your dinner choice**)
Health Ministry News By Pat Shapiro Parish Nurse The final session of “Healthy Holy Days” will be held in the Gathering
Room from 9:30 to 10:30 this morning. All are welcome to join the
discussion. Today is the third Sunday of Advent, Joy Sunday. Are YOU
finding JOY in your Christmas preparations? Parish Nurse Hours this week: Sun., Dec. 13, until 10:45,
Tues., Dec. 15, 8-3, visits to our
homebound members throughout
the week.
OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL ADVENT MISSION PROJECT
The Children’s Christian Education Committee will be putting together personal care baskets for the women and children who are a part of the Transitional Living Program at United Methodist Children’s Service in Milwaukee. The congregation is asked to donate tooth brushes for these women and children. Look for the Big Red Stocking in the Narthex to drop off your toothbrushes, (children love toothbrushes with characters on them.)
CO-CREATORS WITH GOD
This past Sunday our youth created cereal bowls at La Terraza Pottery Studio. These bowls will be delivered to 10 children residing at “Joy House” along with a variety of breakfast cereals. Our mission is to give a child who had to leave their belongings behind, something that is theirs to keep. It will remind them of how much God loves them.
ADVENT CANDLE LIGHTING
To sign up for lighting the Advent Candle during worship please sign up in the Narthex or call the Church Office. Sign up as a family, individually, or with friends. Advent begins Sunday, November 29th.
SENIOR LEAGUE COACH TRIP
The Senior League leaves the parking lot at 8:00am on Wednesday, bound for Wisconsin Dells. We have a coffee stop, and then a shopping stop at the Tanger Outlet Mall. Lunch and the Christmas Show at the Broadway Theatre in the Dells complete the day. We will return about 6:00pm. WAIT LIST ONLY
UMC Member Purchase Program For Dell Equipment
Dell is offering an additional 7% off the discounted prices available through the UMC Member Purchase Program, an exclusive discount program available to UM churches, members, employees and volunteers. The additional discount is available on Dell laptop or desktop computers—including featured systems, as well as those customized to fit your specific needs. It is not necessary that the computers be purchased for a church, but can be for home use or purchased as gifts by anyone who is affiliated with The United Methodist Church. Discounts are also available on electronics, printers, digital cameras, televisions and other items that may be on your Christmas shopping list. For more details, go to www.dell.com/umc and follow the link for a home computer purchase.
ZUMBA CLASS – NEVER TOO LATE TO START!
Classes will meet at 7:00pm on December 9th and 16th. Our professional instructor will lead the Dec. 16th class.
11/29 MINISTRY FAIR AND 12/6 COMMITMENT SUNDAY
Come join us for a Ministries Fair here at FUMC. The Fair will be held on Nov. 29th and Dec. 6th after each church service in the Fellowship Hall. The Fair will have tables set up with displays & information regarding the different activities & ministries of the church. Come & see the different church opportunities available to you.
Don’t forget Dec. 6th is Stewardship Sunday. Please make onto the Lord your support & faith at either service. Please join us for breakfast or lunch following the church services on Dec. 6th.
Prison Fellowship Angel Tree Gifts need to be purchased, wrapped, and returned to church by next Sunday morning Dec. 20th! The gifts will be delivered that Sunday afternoon. Judy will need volunteers to help with delivering the gifts. If you can help, please call Judy at 414-425-1395 and volunteer for this wonderful project. You might get closer to earning your wings!
SALVATION ARMY RED KETTLE BELL RINGERS NEEDED
That time of year is upon us once again when the needs of a few are great but the desire of others to give is greater. Please give or volunteer this holiday season to help the growing numbers of those in need. One person can make a difference in the life of another.
Current Volunteer Opportunities: Red Kettle Bell Ringers – November 6th – December 24th Christmas Toy Shop – December 7th – 21st
For more information about these opportunities or to volunteer, sign up at www.samifwaukee.org or call Joy Cony at (414) 302-4300 x2163.
Scholarships Available The Scholarship and Endowment Fund, Inc. is now accepting scholarship applications for the 2009-2010 school year. Scholarships are available to church members for their post-high school education, and all are encouraged to apply. The deadline for applications is June 30, 2009. Applications are available in the church office.
2010 offering envelopes
Offering Envelopes are ready to be picked up in the Narthex. Please select your envelope from the box; it saves the church $1.73 in postage! If you don’t see yours, or you would like envelopes please sign the sheet provided.
Our ministries are current....
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Pastor: Rev. Susan Lockman
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