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Fall Growth Opportunities
Fall Growth
Invitation to the New Testament
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Mondays, Sept 12 - Nov 14, Lunch and Learn: 11:30am-1pm Join Rev. Sarah Marsalis-Luginbill and Bill Harris for an examination of the early church, how it took ownership of and was shaped by the story of Jesus, and how individuals and communities developed as disciples. Cost $20
Women’s Book Study
Tuesdays, Sept 13 - Nov 15, Lunch and Learn: 11am-12:30pm Take inspiration from the story of Esther to step up and stand out for God, to act in a way that will bless others through a study of Max Lucado’s You Were Made for This Moment with leaders, Marsha Mayo and Debbie O’Reilly. Book: $14
Enneagram Journey: Introduction to the Enneagram
Tuesdays, Sept 20 - Nov 22, 6:30-8:30 pm Learn to utilize the Enneagram to cultivate self-awareness, spiritual growth, and personal transformation to enable your true self to emerge and improve relationships with others. Led by Lisa Hancock. Cost: $95
Enneagram: Parenting, Family Systems, and Family Secrets
Wednesdays, Sept 21 - Oct 5, Lunch and Learn: 11:30am-1:30pm Explore how the relationships and systems within your family of origin may be impacting your relationships and behavior today. Led by Lisa Hancock. Cost: $30
Adult Confirmation: What Do We as United Methodists Believe?
Tuesdays, Oct 4 - Nov 1, 6:30-8pm Join Rev. Allison Jean in an exploration of our United Methodist theology, traditions, history, and ways we study the Bible through teaching, conversations, and a concluding panel discussion. No cost.
Enneagram Subtypes
Wednesdays, Oct 12 - Nov 16, Lunch and Learn: 11:30am-1:30pm Delve into instinctual drives, their impact on our behaviors, and differences in people with the same Enneagram number. Led by Dr. Jason Berman and Lisa Hancock. Cost: $55
Opportunites
Saturday with @EnneagramParents
Saturday, Oct 15, 9am-4pm Join Joey and Billy Schewee for a one-day workshop learning to apply Enneagram knowledge to parenting. Cost: $15 includes lunch
Reflections on Daily Living
Mondays, Oct 17 - Nov 7, 7-8:30pm Consider basic struggles and aspirations of human existence - suffering, competition, self-interest, and burdens - with Dr. Justin Tull. Book: $10
Complete details and registrations are available at fumcr.com/learn
Whether you’ve been married two years or two decades, this 10-week workshop will strengthen your marriage, improve your communication, and set your relationship up to thrive. Sundays, Sept 18 – Dec 4 (except Oct 23 and Nov 27) 3-4:30pm Couples who have been married less than 15 years or need childcare 5:30-7pm Couples who have been married longer or have children who are teenagers or older Tuesdays, Sept 20 – Nov 29 (except Nov 22) 6-7:30pm Couples who prefer a weeknight with an option for childcare Learn more & register at fumcr.com/forbetter
Young Couples Dinner Groups
Looking for a way to meet other young couples at FUMCR? Here is your chance! The idea is simple: gather together, share a meal, use some questions provided to center your conversation, and grow in relationship with one another and in your faith. - Come on Thursday, September 8, for dinner and to meet your group of four couples! (If you miss this initial gathering, email Sarah@fumcr.com to be added to a group or start a new one.) - Commit to 4 additional gatherings with your group from September to December. - Host one meal at your home, park, or somewhere else. You can cook the meal for everyone, host a potluck, or buy the pizza! Learn more & register at fumcr.com/dinnergroups
council corner by Pam Hughes
"L ife starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.” F. Scott Fitzgerald may not have been a Texan, but I can’t think of a truer or more fitting way to describe how I feel about the current change of seasons.
We’re sitting on the cusp of autumn – one of my favorite times in North Texas. I love the way the air takes on a new crispness and the extra coziness that accompanies it. I love the delicious spices and flavors we get to enjoy this time of year: pumpkin, pecan, maple, apple – all best in pie form, of course. And I love the emphasis on family and tradition that serve as a common thread through all of this season’s celebrations.
A few can’t-miss autumn celebrations in the Hughes house include:
From fresh haircuts and new clothes to the promise held in a clean, crisp notebook, the start of the school year is an exciting time to celebrate our boys, their classmates, and their teachers as they begin another year of growing and learning.
You can find us at every Richardson home game, sporting our purple and gold and cheering on the Eagles. Some of my best memories are from the Friday nights I spent at Richardson football games as an Eaglette, and it’s such a joy to see my boys enjoying those moments today.
The church’s annual Halloween trunk-or-treat event has become a favorite seasonal celebration, providing a moment to gather with our own family – bringing our cousins along from Rowlett – and with our extended church family to enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship. (And sometimes, silly string fights!)
As we enter this season filled with gathering and connection, I’m always happy to hear from you. Please feel free to reach out to me at hughes@ntcumc.org with your questions and ideas, joys and celebrations. Blessings for a beautiful season!
Memorial and honorary gifts are a special way to celebrate a life, birthday, anniversary, special occasion, or just to say thank you. Below are the gifts given as of July 31, 2022.
In memory of...
In honor of...
Cynthia Rutledge by Durward Rutledge, Betsy and Tom Rutledge, UWF Rejoice Circle, Margie and Gerald Waters, Drex Rutledge
Bob Campbell by Betty Self, Charles and Carol Middleton, the Apostles Sunday School Class
James Hammack by Jill Townsend
Sam Asmah’s sister by Bill and Betty Corbin
Jeannette Winkelmann’s brother by Pat Hatinger, the Sophia Sunday School Class
Bob Cooksey by James R. Graham
Paul Dempsey by Meredith and Watson LaForce, The Beddingfields, Tom and Jane Mayo, Brenda Perkins, Jeff and Debbie Jacobson, The Brosseau Family
Linda and Jerry Farrington by Mike and Dolores Spence
Jim Henderson by George and Dorthy McKearin, Mike and Sarah Fisher, Jerry and Brenda Monk, Pat and Robin Kelly, Herchel and Patricia Lowery, John and Diane Scovell, Janice and Rick Reaves, Dan Jacks, Susan Henderson’s CFT and Educate Texas Family, Cindy and Pat Mackey, Viva and Culver Wilson, Melissa Macatee, Dana Bailey and Lynette Fitts, Heather and Stephen Candy, Robert and Diana Ramsower, Gloria Scott, David and Helen Blanchard, Tommy Jacks, Oldham Goodwin
Eddie Wirt by Debbie Wirt and Stephen Obenshain
Suzy Hailstone by D. A. and Eva Dawkins, Carolyn Lanker
Dan Lassiter by Peter Vogel and Marguerite Burtis
Patsy Ann Diggs by the Joyful Questers Sunday School Class
Ilse Bridges by Doug and Sidne Starnes
Marlen Walker by Ross Walker
Frank Robertson by Jim Schwartz
Elaine Christine Tucker by Tracy and Rick Shamblin
finance update by Dianne Weideman, Director of Finance
As someone who works in finance, I spend much of my days working with numbers and analyzing the known and unknown. Over these past couple of years, while I’ve often stressed about the unknown, I’ve also come to find a beauty in both the numbers and the moments.
Stories are being lived and shared every day that are woven together, in part, by your faithful and generous giving. Whether it’s a person in need requesting the last half of a rental payment or the family who came to visit FUMCR after multiple neighbors invited them or the airline waving fees for our medical supplies to Panama, God is busy at work in the unknown. The best part of my job is seeing first-hand how your gifts have a ripple effect impacting the lives of those we know and those we have yet to meet.
As I’ve said before, I’m grateful to work beside a strong Finance Committee and staff Executive Team who are constantly working to evaluate and evolve. We discuss everything from building maintenance plans to the engagement of our online ministry, staying true to our mission, while also navigating the unknowns.
As we round out the third quarter, I’m pleased to share that we are in a solid financial position in both income and expenses. In fact, the “summer slump” that we have experienced in years past was minimal, and both pledged and non-pledged giving is on track. In addition, our staff continues to evaluate programs and events to ensure the best stewardship of every dollar.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the finance office. We are happy to help!
Always grateful for you all and the opportunity to serve alongside you!
#summergivingnumbers
12 BINS
of medicine and supplies donated for Panama Medical Mission Trip
$21,000+
given for backpacks & school supplies for local students
$3000+
collected for Charity: Water by VBC families
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