Blessing of the Backpacks
Sunday, August 22
Children are invited to bring their backpacks for the
coming year and have them blessed in worship.
Teacher Consecration
All Teachers for all classes or studies are invited
to worship where they will be consecrated for
the sacred duty of teaching.
Staff Retreat
Mon/Tues August 30/31
Please pray for all members of our staff who will be
together in a spiritual retreat.
Growth Group Sign-up
Sundays, Aug. 29, Sept. 5 & 12
Sign up for a group this session. Groups will
meet once a week for 8 weeks between Sept. 20
and Nov. 12.
C.H.O.W. Starts
Wed., Sept. 15, 6:00 p.m.
Church Happenings on Wednesdays — a great meal
with great friends.
Women’s Bible Study Begins
Wed., Sept. 15, 7 p.m.
A new Bible Study for Women that will meet
every Wednesday after C.H.O.W.
All-Church Volunteer Dinner
Thursday, Sept. 30, 6:30 p.m.
A celebration for all those who have helped in
service and love of the church’s ministries.
Teacher Appreciation Dinner
Thursday, Oct. 28, 6:30 p.m.
A Special Meal to say “thank you” to the many
beloved teachers and class leaders at FUMC.