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Intergenerational VBS in a day!
Our July family fun night on 7/21 was Vacation Bible School! In just two hours, we ate, learned a song, played a game, listened to a Bible story, made a craft, had a snack and closed with worship!
Our July family fun night on 7/21 was Vacation Bible School! In just two hours, we ate, learned a song, played a game, listened to a Bible story, made a craft, had a snack and closed with worship!
A Back to School Prayer for our Children and Youth
As you head off to school this year, this is what we're praying for you:
(Source: Godvine)
As you head off to school this year, this is what we're praying for you:
- I’m praying that your day will go smoothly — that your locker will open, that you’ll get to class on time, that you won’t forget anything, that you’ll find friends in your classes.
- I’m praying that your teachers will know just how to teach you in a way that you will love to learn.
- I’m praying that you will make friends who will have your back, make you laugh and will make you better.
- I’m praying that you’ll have the opportunity to be the light of Jesus to someone.
- I’m praying that you will always be kind, even in the face of conflict or disagreement.
- I’m praying that you will seek out the new person or the lonely person and help them find their place.
- I’m praying that you’ll learn to be a leader.
- I’m praying that you will do everything to the best of your ability — even when you don’t want to.
- I’m praying that you will be focused on the things your teachers are trying to teach you.
- I’m praying that you’ll have confidence from knowing you are a child of God.
- I’m praying that if things go wrong, you’ll always remember that God loves you and so do we.
- I’m praying that you’ll laugh a lot during your day.
- I’m praying that you will follow in Jesus’ footsteps and grow in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man.
- Most of all, I’m praying that this year will be filled with learning, growth, joy and fun.
(Source: Godvine)
A Sending Prayer for our College Students
(source: Emily P. Freeman)
Dear Lord,
They move in to the dorm this weekend and will bring their bags filled with clothes and their boxes filled with books. But you see what they bring in their hearts – anticipation, adventure, love, regret, anxiety, motivation, and hope.
They are a mix of excited, ready, terrified, and wide-eyed freedom.
As he looks for a fresh start, remind him of your faithfulness every morning no matter where he calls home.
As she looks for community, remind her you are always with her no matter where she may go.
As he looks for adventure, remind him how you walk on water, turn water to wine, feed thousands from just a few pieces of bread. Remind him how you bring life straight up out of death, beauty straight out of ashes.
May she have the patience to believe even when she doesn’t see results.
May he know the greatest adventures are found in your presence, the greatest love comes from your heart, the greatest hope is that you’ve made his heart your home.
When insecurity, comparison, disappointment and failure knock on her dorm room door, may she turn to you with her questions rather than run the other way.
Weave your wisdom into the fibers of his soul, bearing the fruit of confidence, clarity, contentment and a light heart.
May he not despise his humanity, rather may he embrace it.
May she not despise her body, rather may she learn to receive and respect her shape as a gift.
May he not despise his weakness, rather may he see how weakness brings a daily reminder to trust.
May they not fear failure, rather may they thrive in the midst of it.
May they not be quick to judge, rather may they be patient and curious.
Help them to find true friends and be a true friend in turn.
Help them find their voice and to use it to be an advocate for themselves and for others.
Replace her shame with courage.
Replace his confusion with peace.
Replace her fear with a love that moves within her beyond her ability to understand.
May your grace surprise them kindly.
Amen.
(source: Emily P. Freeman)
Dear Lord,
They move in to the dorm this weekend and will bring their bags filled with clothes and their boxes filled with books. But you see what they bring in their hearts – anticipation, adventure, love, regret, anxiety, motivation, and hope.
They are a mix of excited, ready, terrified, and wide-eyed freedom.
As he looks for a fresh start, remind him of your faithfulness every morning no matter where he calls home.
As she looks for community, remind her you are always with her no matter where she may go.
As he looks for adventure, remind him how you walk on water, turn water to wine, feed thousands from just a few pieces of bread. Remind him how you bring life straight up out of death, beauty straight out of ashes.
May she have the patience to believe even when she doesn’t see results.
May he know the greatest adventures are found in your presence, the greatest love comes from your heart, the greatest hope is that you’ve made his heart your home.
When insecurity, comparison, disappointment and failure knock on her dorm room door, may she turn to you with her questions rather than run the other way.
Weave your wisdom into the fibers of his soul, bearing the fruit of confidence, clarity, contentment and a light heart.
May he not despise his humanity, rather may he embrace it.
May she not despise her body, rather may she learn to receive and respect her shape as a gift.
May he not despise his weakness, rather may he see how weakness brings a daily reminder to trust.
May they not fear failure, rather may they thrive in the midst of it.
May they not be quick to judge, rather may they be patient and curious.
Help them to find true friends and be a true friend in turn.
Help them find their voice and to use it to be an advocate for themselves and for others.
Replace her shame with courage.
Replace his confusion with peace.
Replace her fear with a love that moves within her beyond her ability to understand.
May your grace surprise them kindly.
Amen.
Andy Griffith Bible Study
November 2015 - At our regular Sunday Evening Bible Studies, November 1, 8, and 15, we will be watching old episodes of The Andy Griffith Show (1960-1968) then evaluate and discuss each episode from a Scriptural perspective. You'll be amazed how even a casual conversation about an old TV show can afford an opportunity to witness!
All studies take place in the Parsonage living room, 40 Hoppin Hill Ave. in North Attleboro from 7:00 to 8:15 p.m. Snacks provided.
November 2015 - At our regular Sunday Evening Bible Studies, November 1, 8, and 15, we will be watching old episodes of The Andy Griffith Show (1960-1968) then evaluate and discuss each episode from a Scriptural perspective. You'll be amazed how even a casual conversation about an old TV show can afford an opportunity to witness!
All studies take place in the Parsonage living room, 40 Hoppin Hill Ave. in North Attleboro from 7:00 to 8:15 p.m. Snacks provided.
Holy Conversations:
Where We've Been and Where We're Going
On Wednesday, June 24, we met at the Plainville UMC for "Holy Conversations: Where We've Been and Where We're Going". This was a conversation between all who care about First UMC and Plainville UMC, along with Pastor Jim. A brief worship service began the evening, led by Dan Stone, after which we moved into an open-ended conversation. There may be a subsequent meeting, so watch here for a new date.
Where We've Been and Where We're Going
On Wednesday, June 24, we met at the Plainville UMC for "Holy Conversations: Where We've Been and Where We're Going". This was a conversation between all who care about First UMC and Plainville UMC, along with Pastor Jim. A brief worship service began the evening, led by Dan Stone, after which we moved into an open-ended conversation. There may be a subsequent meeting, so watch here for a new date.
Pentecost Sunday in the Park
Sunday, May 24 at 11 a.m.
under the Newell Shelter in Capron Park, Attleboro
There was an outdoor worship service jointly held by Centenary United Methodist Church, First United Methodist Church, Plainville United Methodist Church, and the John Wesley AME Zion Church in North Attleboro on Sunday, May 24. The four churches combined in Capron Park to celebrate Pentecost Sunday, and remember the birthday of the Church. Because it was also Memorial Day weekend, patriotic hymns were also sung.
Sunday, May 24 at 11 a.m.
under the Newell Shelter in Capron Park, Attleboro
There was an outdoor worship service jointly held by Centenary United Methodist Church, First United Methodist Church, Plainville United Methodist Church, and the John Wesley AME Zion Church in North Attleboro on Sunday, May 24. The four churches combined in Capron Park to celebrate Pentecost Sunday, and remember the birthday of the Church. Because it was also Memorial Day weekend, patriotic hymns were also sung.