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Our college students have gone back to school and will be missing us soon. We are again collecting items for College Care Packages to let them know we are thinking of them. We send out these Care Packages every year around Valentine's Day to the college aged children of the families of the church. We have over 50 students so this project can be daunting unless everyone pitches in and donates to help! Here are some ideas on what you can buy:
Also, if you have a college aged kid, be sure you contact Valerie at Valerie@ArgyleUMC.org or 940.464.1333 and make sure your child is on the list with their latest address. Thank you to everyone for your help in this fun ministry! This Sunday we will continue our sermon series All Things New. Join us as we talk about "A New Model for Leadership" which is based on John 13:1-17. I pray that you will join us this weekend for a time of fellowship and worship. Grace & Peace, Kory |
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Connections & Membership
Baptism Quilters Group:Kelly Graeber, 214.529.2357 KellyG@ArgyleUMC.org A quilting group is being formed and will meet on Monday mornings from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Would you like to join this group and become a Baptism Quilter? Please contact me at KellyG@ArgyleUMC.org or 214.529.2357 for more information. Connections and Membership: Growing a church is not just about collecting more people, it’s about connecting people. Whether you’ve been visiting for weeks, attending for months, or involved for years, we would be delighted to help you feel even more connected to the Argyle family of faith! Please join the next session that will run for three weeks during the Sunday school hour: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. The next class will begin on Sunday, February 19, and will continue February 26, and March 4. Whether you are planning to join Argyle or just want to get connected, come and take this class with us. If you are interested please contact KellyG@ArgyleUMC.org or 214.529.2357. The Great Day of Joining: Every 4th Sunday will be a day of joining during the worship service if you would like to become a member of Argyle UMC. To become a member you will be asked to attend a joining class, acknowledge a commitment to our church, and be baptized. If you would like to join, please contact me at KellyG@ArgyleUMC.org. Ways to Serve at Argyle UMC: There are many ways to serve in Connections, Membership, and Hospitality. Please look below and see if you have a spiritual gift for serving in that ministry. Contact Kelly Graeber at KellyG@ArgyleUMC.org if you have any questions or are interested.
These groups are a way for our Argyle UMC family to connect outside of their small groups or bible studies. If you have an interest in would like to see if there are others who have the same one contact Kelly Graeber at KellyG@ArgyleUMC.org or 214.529.2357. This Sunday after the 11:00 service we will continue the Lunch after Church group. The group is planning to meet at the following restaurant after the 11:00 a.m. service (between 12:15 and 12:30 p.m.):
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 Discipleship & Congregational CareKim Thomas, 940.231.0902 Kim@ArgyleUMC.org A huge “Thank You” to the volunteers who helped serve at the Celebration and Remembrance Service for Alex Betzhold. It was a wonderful service and the family was most appreciative. Thank you again for always showing the love of Christ to your fellow brothers and sisters in Christ and all those in the community. NEW 11:00 Sunday School Class: Confronting the Controversies This Sunday School class led by Larry Chiles will start studying January 29th Adam Hamilton’s book Confronting the Controversies, Biblical Perspectives on Tough Issues. In this thought-provoking book, Adam Hamilton explores some of the most controversial and divisive issues of our time by showing you how to look at them from a biblical perspective, in order to arrive at a faithful Christian response. By offering clear, concise information on what is at stake in these issues, and by seeking to understand the positions different sides hold and to present them in a fair way, he also provides you with a model for how to dialogue about moral issues while maintaining respect for persons on both sides of the debate. Join this class in Portable 3 at 11:00 a.m. For more information, contact Larry Chiles at Larry@LarryChiles.com. Journey Sunday School Class: NEW Study on Ruth Journey Sunday School Class is starting a four week bible study beginning January 29 at 9:30 a.m. We will be studying the Book of Ruth using Warren W. Wiersbe’s Ruth & Esther. Join us as we study the lives of the only two women in the Old Testament who have entire books devoted to them. In spite of their differences, both Ruth and Esther were committed to do the will of God, and both summon Christians today to be committed to Jesus Christ and to do His will at any cost. Study questions and personal life application questions guide you through the text and prompt life-changing decisions. All ages are welcomed & we meet in Portable 2 (Choir Room). For more information contact Sarah Stobaugh at SStobaugh@MaryKay.com. Genesis Sunday School Class: NEW Study on Heaven Genesis is starting a new study based on the book Heaven by Randy Alcorn. Randy’s book opens your eyes to the wonder and beauty of eternity, introducing you to Heaven as Scripture describes it — a bright, vibrant, and physical New Earth, free from sin, suffering, and death and brimming with wondrous sights, sounds, and adventures. This class meets at 9:30 Sunday mornings in Portable 1. For more information, contact Dan Forrer at 940-241-1375. My Sister’s Keeper: Sunday Women’s Group Women of Argyle UMC join this Sunday morning group to grow with God and fellowship with other women of all ages and stages of life. If you are looking to deepen your relationship with Christ and meet other faith-filled women, then sign up this Sunday in the Foyer. This group plans to meet on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in Portable 5. Two NEW Small Groups:
Men's Lessons 'n Lunch: Join this group of men every Wednesday from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. in Portable 1. Bring a sack lunch and a drink. For more information, contact Larry Chiles at Larry@LarryChiles.com. Men's Thursday Morning Bible Study: Please join us on Thursday mornings at 6:30 a.m. for our weekly men's Bible study. We are currently doing a short study on Luke. Jump in at any time! Contact Dana Bolin at 940.246.0245 for more information. Men's Monday Evening Bible Study: Nathan Bryant will be leading a new monthly Men's Dinner and Bible Study at the home of Jon Donahue. They met for the first time on January 16. Please join us for food, fellowship, and study.  Women’s Bible Study: James, Mercy Triumphs by Beth MooreJoin us Tuesday evenings beginning January 24th at 7:00 p.m. and Thursday mornings beginning January 26th at 9:30 a.m. as we dive into Beth Moore’s new study James, Mercy Triumphs. In this study James forces us to face the implications of faith. Be inspired to put your faith into action in practical ways as you get to know both the man and the Book of James. Beth Moore explores such concepts as joy, hardship, faith, wisdom, single-mindedness, the tongue, humility, prayer, and more. Workbooks are $15. To register contact Kim Thomas at Kim@ArgyleUMC.org or Jennifer Lillis at jlillis@inkchic.com. Stephen Ministry Update: This coming week the Stephen Minister training class will be considering the subject of The Art of Listening and Distinctively Christian Caring. The trainees will be honing their listening skills and finding out that listening well is extremely helpful and caring but is also hard work. They will also be discovering more effective ways of using resources such as prayer and Scripture as tools in caring ministry. Please contact Kim Thomas for more information or visit our website at www.ArgyleUMC.org/StephenMinisters. Will To Work Network: The WTWN is Argyle United Methodist Church's networking and fellowship group for job seekers and local employers. This group's purpose is to bring together our members who have lost jobs, are seeking employment, or who are looking to change careers with those who know of available opportunities. The group will also assist family members of someone whose job loss is affecting them. We are here for support and encouragement. If you know of someone looking for an employee please let us know. For the job seekers we offer help with job specific match ups, networking, updating or generating resumes, and help to become more proficient with web job searches. We have many existing resources and make new connections all the time with other church based job groups. We will be happy to connect you with other groups and activities you may find beneficial in reaching your goal. For the employers or business owners we provide free advertisement for your service or business in hopes of being your first choice to find an employee when you have or know of an available position. Our goal is to connect job seekers with available positions for job placement. If you are interested in joining this group or know someone who may benefit from this group please join in. You must be associated with or through AUMC to join this group. For information on WTWN please contact Kristi Nathan (WTWN Coordinator) at KristiBiz45@yahoo.com. Sunday School Classes/Weekday Studies For more information on Sunday School Classes visit www.ArgyleUMC.org/SundaySchool. For information on Weekday Studies visit www.ArgyleUMC.org/WeekdayStudies. You may also contact me at 940.231.0902 or Kim@ArgyleUMC.org. Daily Devotional Guide: If you would like an Upper Room Devotional, please stop by the Welcome Center and pick one up. You may also subscribe to receive the devotional via email at Devotional.UpperRoom.org. Study/Sunday School/Small Group Resources: The church has a library of books and videos that is available for you to check out to aid in your spiritual growth. If you are interested, please browse the online catalog at your convenience, and talk to Kim if you would like to check something out. You can find the online catalog at www.ArgyleUMC.org/StudyResources. Return to TOC |
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Children's Ministry
Created by God: February 23-25Liz Edwards, 940.453.9444 Liz@ArgyleUMC.org Teaching children about sex and sexuality is not easy – particularly when we wish to do so with an emphasis on Christian values. The church and Created by God are here to help with this seemingly daunting task! Created by God is a human sexuality seminar for 5th and 6th graders, aimed at separating truth from fiction about their bodies and adolescent pressures. We encourage all of our Zone 56 students and parents to participate in this important program. Registration and a schedule for the weekend is available online at www.ArgyleUMC.org/CreatedByGod. The cost is $40 per student (scholarships are available – contact Liz@ArgyleUMC.org for details), and the registration deadline is Wednesday, February 1. We require a minimum of 12 students, and can take a maximum of 30 students for the seminar. Pick up a brochure at the church, or contact Liz at Liz@ArgyleUMC.org or Lauren at Lauren@ArgyleUMC.org for more information. Zone 56: See you this Wednesday from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. for food, fun and fellowship. EDGE Event: Harlem Ambassadors benefit basketball game Zone 56 will head to the Denton HS gymnasium Friday, February 10 (meet at the church at 6:15pm) to watch the Harlem Ambassadors, a professional show basketball team, play against local civic and business leaders including AUMC's Youth Minister, Nathan Bryant! Proceeds from the game benefit Our Daily Bread, a group that our church supports through donations and missions work. The cost is $10 per ticket, and we will stop at Beth Marie's after the game, so plan on sending some additional cash for ice cream. Please get your RSVP and $10 to Lauren by Sunday, January 29 to reserve your spot. Parent chaperones are needed for this event - let Lauren know if you're interested! Zone 56 needs parent helpers! Contact Lauren@ArgyleUMC.org if you can help on Wednesday nights or if you have any questions! Return to TOC |
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 Missions & Outreach Lauren Anders, 940.765.2763 Lauren@ArgyleUMC.org FEBRUARY 10, 2012, 7:00 p.m. Denton High School Gym The Harlem Ambassadors VS The Hungry Dunkers Join us for a fun evening for the family that will raise money for Our Daily Bread, the Denton soup kitchen that feeds around 200-250 hungry and homeless daily. Come and watch community leaders and hometown heroes play basketball with the renowned team The Harlem Ambassadors. Bring your family and friends and plan to have a good time. There will be an opportunity to get autographs and buy memorabilia during and after the game. Tickets are $10 per person (ages 5 and under are free). Please contact Dana Bolin at dtbolin@grandecom.net to purchase tickets. Your support is greatly appreciated. Souper Bowl of Caring: The Super Bowl is only 12 days away! We will be throwing a Souper Bowl Party here at the church on February 5th in the evening (kickoff is 5:30 p.m.). Join us to watch the game on the BIG screen with our great sound system. We will also have lots of food, drinks, games, and things to do, so be sure to make plans on joining us for the Big Game! (Note the spelling of our Souper Bowl Party. Information will be coming soon about our kickoff to the Souper Bowl of Caring, our month of giving to the Argyle Food Bank. Stay tuned!) Return to TOC |
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Music, Worship & the Arts
All Music Ensembles are Back in Full Swing!Joe Stobaugh, 214.868.7051 Joe@ArgyleUMC.org Are you ready to take your discipleship to the next level? If so, join one of the music ensembles at the church. As St. Augustine said, "Whoever sings, prays twice." Come and experience new life today! 2012 is the Year of the Instrumentalist: I am looking for instrumentalists of all ages (ages 12 to 92!) to play in worship. If you have ever played an instrument we need you! Please contact me at 214.868.7051 or Joe@ArgyleUMC.org and we will get you going! Return to TOC |
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 Argyle Music Academy Anastasia Markina, 940.368.8754 Anastasia@ArgyleUMC.org Argyle Music Academy is enrolling for the 2012 school year! The Academy is open to all ages, all levels! We are looking for piano, strings, voice, and guitar students! Teachers are professional musicians, with college level degrees and artistic careers! You can find more information on our website: www.ArgyleUMC.org/AMA. Please contact me if you have any questions - Anastasia Markina, 940.368.8754 or Anastasia@ArgyleUMC.org. Return to TOC |
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Finance Matters
Giving as of 1/8/12 for fiscal year 2012: $67,099.38.Valerie Donahue, 972.740.2058 Valerie@ArgyleUMC.org Thank you for your continued faithfulness! Return to TOC |
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