Published: July 16, 2009 02:12 pm      

Church News

Calvary Baptist Church

“Branches of the Vine”

Please come to join us at 11 a.m. Sunday, July 19 to hear “Branches of the Vine” perform at the Sunday Service. They are a southern gospel singing group from Fort Worth. They have been singing together as a group for 16 years. The group has had many invitations to sing at small churches in Oklahoma and Texas.

Calvary Baptist Church is located on S. Wine St. in Gainesville.





First Baptist Church

Dealing with Conflict

Conflict — we all have to deal with it, and no one is good at it! But there is hope. Jesus endured all the pains and problems that you and I face every day. And that includes dealing with conflict. This Sunday we will discover the ways he dealt with the religious crowd that was always out to get him. Join us for our continued study of the Gospel of Mark.

Contemporary worship starts at 8:30 a.m. and traditional worship starts at 11 a.m.

“Rock the River” — St. Louis

Franklin Graham is preaching in a series of rallies called “Rock the River.” These are one-day events up and down the Mississippi River. Our high school juniors and seniors are going to the “Rock the River” event in St. Louis on Sunday, August 2. A group of nearly 20 students and sponsors are set to counsel with thousands of students making life-changing decisions for Christ. If you think of it, pray for us as we go!

Media Connections

There are many ways to enjoy the ministry of FBC, apart from being here!

You can watch either Sunday morning service on Channel 3.

You can follow along with our daily Bible Study through the Book of James, which we e-mail to hundreds every day. Just go to our website to learn more, at fbcgville.com.

You can listen to our “One Minute Walk” devotion several times each day, on KGAF 1580 AM in Gainesville or KNTX 1410 AM in Bowie.

And you can read Pastor Mark’s daily column in the Gainesville Daily Register, on page two. Stay connected as we grow in Christ together!





Grace Friendship Baptist Church

Sunday Review

On July 12, Sunday morning service, Mary Fay Jackson and Mike Culpepper lead the congregation in an inspirational and uplifting worship and praise service to the Lord. They blessed the congregation with several country gospel and bluegrass songs.

During the Sunday evening service Pastor Larry Huffman gave a sermon from Nehemiah. The title of his message was “The Challenge of Leadership.” Twenty percent of the church members perform eighty percent of the duties in the church.

Welcome

Come join us for Sunday Morning Service. We would love to see you there.

Sunday School starts at 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m.

Evening Worship Service is at 6 p.m.

Bible Study

Wednesday Bible Study is at 6 p.m.

Thursday Bible Study is at 11 a.m.

Information

We are located at 1816 N. Luther Lane in Gainesville.



Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church

Sunday Review

Sunday, July 12, 2009, was a happy day at this small, long-established church. The church received a certificate stating that Mt. Pleasant donated more per capita to the North American Mission offering than any other church in Cooke County. This is the Annie Armstrong contribution that is given during the Easter season.

The service began with the baptism of new member, Jeff Porter. He and his son, Jerry, are welcome additions to our church family.

Pastor David Hartwig's sermon was about the significance of words in our daily lives. The most important word in the Bible is salvation, which means saved from danger and the impending doom of separation from God.

Acts 16:22 tells the story of Paul and Silas being unfairly beaten with rods, chained and jailed in Philippi. Other prisoners listened to them as they sang and prayed. Suddenly there was a great earthquake which shook the foundations of the prison. The doors were opened and the chains loosed. The jailer was about to kill himself for fear of punishment for losing his prisoners when Paul stopped him. Paul and Silas were guests in his home that evening, they spoke the word of God to the jailer He and his family were all saved, having believed in God with all his household.

Birthdays and Anniversaries

Happy Birthday to Marcia Hartwig and Tabatha Williamson on July 22. Happy Birthday to Sarah Dusenberry on July 24. Happy Anniversary to Bill and Emma Flessa on July 13.

Angel Food

Angel Food may be picked up on Saturday, July 25. The church maintains a food pantry for those in need of help whether through loss of employment, illness or other problems. Members have purchased Angel Food and shelf staple food and other goods to stock the freezer and pantry for this community outreach. A basket is kept inside the church foyer for donations. If you or someone you know need help, call the church at 940-637-2308 for more information.

Construction Progress

Progress is being made on the large, new wheelchair-accessible bathroom. We look forward to this improvement being ready to provide for our handicapped visitors and members.

Welcome

Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church welcomes visitors to all our services. Sunday School Begins at 9:45 a.m. There are currently classes for men, women, a mixed group of men and women, two children's classes, and a youth class. Most of these classes are being taught by people with teaching degrees, and all of the teachers are well-prepared to present interesting and meaningful lessons.

The Morning Worship Service begins at 11 a.m. immediately after Sunday School.

Bible Study

Wednesday night Bible Study Class begins at 7 p.m. It is a casual time to relax and learn God's Word. Brother David skillfully leads us in this study. Women's Bible Study will begin again in the fall.

Information

Mt. Pleasant is located in the Mountain Springs Community at 14777 S. FM 372. We hope to see you soon!



Prairie Grove Baptist Church

Welcome

Please come join us in worship at Prairie Grove Baptist Church, God's Church in the Country.

Sunday Schedule

Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Morning Worship Service begins at 11 a.m.

When there are five Sundays in a month, on the fifth Sunday we have a service at 6:30 p.m. to worship and praise God and for favorite hymn singing. This service is always followed by snacks in Fellowship Hall.

We also provide a Nursery and Children's Church each Sunday.

Wednesday Service

We have a Wednesday evening service beginning at 6:30 p.m. for Bible Study and prayer.

Please come join us in worship at any of the above services.

Information

Our church is located at 1723 Prairie Grove Road in Valley View, just north of Mountain Springs. The church’s phone number is 940-665-6834. Our pastor is Ray Trumbull and our music is led by Chuck Alexander.



Temple Baptist Church

“Reaching Out In Love”

Temple Baptist Church would like to invite you to come and worship the Lord with us.

This Sunday

8:15 a.m. Early Service

9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages

10:45 a.m. Late Service

5:30 p.m. Girls Youth Discipleship

6 p.m. Boys Youth Discipleship

6 p.m. Falls Creek Youth Report

7 p.m. S.N.A.C.

Calendar of Coming Events

Children’s Bible Study

Children’s Bible Study are Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. In the Children’s Building.

Community Needs Survey (CNS)

Saturdays 10 a.m. to noon, Community Needs Survey (CNS). Interested in meeting new people, learning about our neighbor’s needs, wanting to be a part of the ministry of the body of Christ, or joining our church wide outreach team?

July Events

July 26, F3 Food, Fun, Fellowship, Classic games.

August Events

Aug. 3-7, Kids Camp, at Riverbend, Glenrose, Tx. For 3rd through 6th grade.

Aug. 23, F3 Food, Fun, Fellowship, Movie Night.

Sermons are Online

Our sermons are now online at www.tbcgainesville.org for download or playback.

Angel Food Ministries

If you would like to volunteer to help with Angel Food Ministries please call the office or go online at

www.gainesvilleangelfood.org and sign up.

Information

For any information concerning these programs contact the office 665-9789 or www.tbcgainesville.org.



Vilott Baptist Church

Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:18-20 - NIV).

“Boldly Proclaim”

Attention all kids! We are practicing for our annual summer musical, “Boldly Proclaim”. You don’t want to miss being a part of this. Come on Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. and join the fun. Everyone is invited to the performance of “Boldly Proclaim” on Sunday evening, August 16, at 6 p.m.

Family Fun Night

July 17 at 7 p.m. come join in for Family Fun Night. We will have games, movies, and snacks. We are also doing something new this time — Christian karaoke. Everybody has the opportunity to participate. You can take the microphone, or you can just join in and sing along. We’re going to have a great time, and we would like you to be there, too. So tune up your instruments and warm up your voice and get ready for some singing and praising the Lord.

Sunday Services

We want to invite you to attend our worship services that begin Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. with a fellowship breakfast. Sunday School starts around 10 a.m. and the regular worship service is at 11 a.m. Our Sunday evening service begins at 6 p.m.

Youth Minister

On Sunday, July 26 our youth minister Kaji Price will be bringing the message. Kaji really loves the Lord, and we all love to hear him when he brings God’s message to us.

Weekday Services

We have services several times a week for people who live busy lives. We have Wednesday evening services that start with a meal at 6 p.m. and youth services and prayer meeting at 7 p.m. We have something for all ages. There is a Thursday small group Bible study at 10 a.m. that concludes with a meal. We have something nearly every day, so there is no excuse not to come and get involved.

Vilott Better Breathers

The Vilott Better Breathers hold their monthly meetings at the Whitesboro Library. If you want more information, please call Linda Kirkpatrick at 903-564-9335.

Information

You may call on our Pastor Rick Isham with questions or other spiritual needs.

Come sing with us, pray with us, worship with us. We love you and want to be a part of your life.

You may call the church office at 940-665-1629.



St. Mary’s Catholic Church

Sixteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time

The Sixteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time focuses on the Gospel of Mark 6:30-34 and the ministry of the apostles. The apostles were out teaching the good news and they were very tired. Jesus invites them to come and rest in his presence. Through baptism, Christians are in engaged in the same ministry as the apostles and there is a need to take time to renew themselves.

In the Second Reading for Sunday’s liturgy we listen to Paul’s letter to the Ephesians 2:13-18 where he tells about Jesus coming to announce the good news of peace to those who were far off and to those who were near.

In the First Reading from Jeremiah 23:1-6, we hear the Lord say, “Woe to the shepherds who mislead and scatter the flock of my pasture.”

The readings for Sunday all focus on Jesus, the true Shepherd, and we are his people, the sheep of his pasture.

Safe Environment - Workshop

A workshop on maintaining a safe environment for Children will be held at St. Mary’s for all volunteers and employees this coming Saturday, July 18th from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.

July 20 - Denton Church

Father Jim Pemberton will be giving a talk on marriage at Immaculate Conception Church in Denton on Monday, July 20 at 7 p.m.

New School Year Schedule

St. Mary’s School Children have less than a month of vacation before returning back to school on August 12. The School Advisory Council will have a day retreat in the Activity Center on Saturday July 25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to review the school budget, handbooks and policies for the coming school year. Teachers’ In-Service days are from August 5-11.

Religious Education

Annette Fuhrmann, Director of Religious Education, said that she will soon be sending information regarding registration for the Religious Education Programs to all parents.

Sunday School of Religion (SSR) is our religious education program for children four years old through 8th grade. It is held each Sunday from 9:45-10:45 a.m. in St. Mary’s School.

Life Teen is our ministry for those in high school which is under the direction of Chris Cochran. The high school students meet every Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. in the parish hall.

Those who are interested in having their children to receive their First Holy Communion and Confirmation must register them on August 16 after a Sunday Mass. One may call 665-5395 ext. 104 for information.

Schedule for Masses

The Sunday Masses are at 8:15 a.m., 11 a.m. and there is a Mass in Spanish at 1:30 p.m.

The anticipated Sunday Mass on Saturday is at 4 p.m. with confessions at 3 p.m.

A daily Mass is at 8:15 a.m. on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Each Wednesday, there is an evening Mass at 5:30 p.m.

Information

For more information regarding our services or programs, call the parish office at 665-5395 or visit the office at 825 North Weaver Street in Gainesville.



Iglesia Católica de St. Mary’s

El Décimo Sexto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario se enfoca en el Evangelio de Marcos 6: 30-34 y el ministerio de los apóstoles. Los apóstoles salieron a enseñar las buenas nuevas y estaban muy cansados. Jesús los invitó a ir y descansar en su presencia. Por medio del bautismo, los Cristianos están comprometidos en el mismo ministerio como los apóstoles y hay necesidad de tomar tiempo para renovarse.

En la Segunda Lectura para la liturgia del domingo escuchamos la carta de Pablo a los Efesios 2: 13-18 donde él dice acerca de Jesús viniendo a anunciar las buenas nuevas de la paz a éstos que estaban lejos y a éstos que estaban cerca.

En la Primera Lectura de Jeremías 23: 1-6, oímos al Señor decir: “¡Ay de los pastores que dispersan y dejan perecer a las ovejas de mi rebaño!” Todas las lecturas para el domingo se enfocan en Jesús, el verdadero Pastor, y nosotros somos su pueblo, la oveja de su rebaño.

Un taller de manteniendo a los Niños en un ambiente seguro se tendrá en St. Mary’s para todos los voluntarios y empleados este próximo sábado, 18 de julio de 9 a.m. a 12 del día.

El Padre Jim Pemberton estará dando una plática con respecto al matrimonio en la Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción en Denton el lunes, 20 de julio a las 7 p.m.

Los Niños de la Escuela St. Mary's tienen menos de un mes de vacaciones antes de regresar a la escuela el 12 de agosto. El Consejo Consultivo de la Escuela tendrá un retiro de un día en el Centro de Actividades el sábado, 25 de julio de 9 a.m. a 4 p.m. para revisar el presupuesto escolar, manuales y pólizas para el próximo año escolar. Las Maestras estarán En-Días de Servio del 5 al 11 de agosto.

Annette Fuhrmann, Directora de Educación Religiosa, dijo que muy pronto enviará información con respecto a la registración para los Programas de Educación Religiosa a todos los padres. Escuela de Religión Dominical (SSR) es nuestro programa de educación religiosa para niños de 4 años de edad hasta el 8vo grado. …ste se tiene cada domingo de 9:45 a.m. a 10:45 a.m. en la Escuela St. Mary’s. Life Teen es nuestro ministerio para éstos en Preparatoria (HS) que está bajo la dirección de Chris Cochran. Los estudiantes de preparatoria (HS) se reúnen cada miércoles de 7 p.m. a 9 p.m. en el salón parroquial. …stos que están interesados en preparar a sus niños para recibir su Primera Santa Comunión y Confirmación deben registrarlos el domingo, 16 de agosto después de Misa. Uno puede llamar para informarse al 665-5395 Ext. 104.

Las Misas el domingo son a las 8:15 a.m., 11 a.m. y hay una Misa en español a la 1 p.m. La Misa anticipada para el domingo es el sábado a las 4 p.m. con confesiones a las 3 p.m. Una Misa diario es a las 8:15 a.m. el lunes, jueves, y viernes. Cada miércoles, hay una Misa en la tarde a las 5:30 p.m. Para más información con respecto a nuestros servicios o programas, llame a la oficina parroquial al 665-5395 o visite la oficina en la Calle Weaver Norte número 825 en Gainesville.



Christian Science Society

This Sunday

On Sunday, July 19, the subject for our weekly Bible lesson is, “Life“ which will include quotations from the Bible and correlative passages from “Man” by Mary Baker Eddy, our founder, which explains the readings from the Bible, from a spiritual perspective.

Welcome

Our services are held at 115 East Hird Street, at 10:30 a.m. Everyone is cordially invited. Our reading room is always open to all before our services.

Information

For any additional information call Bob Schafer 903-564-7449.



Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints

Girl’s Night Out

On July 23 at 6:30 p.m., Susan Case is hosting a Relief Society Girlie Night at her home in Valley View. We will relax, play board games, pamper ourselves with foot whirlpool, massage chair and manicure/pedicures. No children except babies; this is for you. Please bring a side dish or dessert. Meet at the church at 6:00 p.m. if you wish to carpool. All Relief Society ladies are invited for this night of fellowship.

Get Ready — Denton Jubilee!

July 24-25, Denton Jubilee will be celebrated at several places in Denton -- the Stake Center at 3000 Old North road for the Banquet. The water park will be open to families and friends of the church in Denton. The Youth will be presenting their Road Shows and will be having a Fireside at Guyer High School, 7501 Teasley Lane, Denton. There will be a dance after the fireside. Elaine Dalton, General President of the Young Women, will be speaking at the Fireside.

Combined Stake Sacrament

There will be a Combined Stake Sacrament meeting on Sunday, July 2 at 10 a.m. As a fitting close to the Jubilee Celebration, the stake will hold a joint, stake-wide sacrament meeting. This will be broadcast from the Stake Center to all the buildings in our stake. Members will be privileged to receive messages from Sister Dalton, Elder Jim Martino and President Steve Petersen. Following the broadcast, the members may return to their homes. Everyone is welcome to come and worship with us.

Welcome

Everyone is welcome to the Sunday services at the Gainesville Ward. Sacrament Meeting starts at 10 a.m. Sunday school starts at 11:20 a.m. Relief Society and Priesthood meeting starts at 12:10 p.m.

The primary children meet from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Young Men and Young Women and Relief Society and Priesthood meet the last period of the day, from 12:15 a.m.-1 p.m.

Our church is located at the corner of Highway 51 and College Avenue, just west of the college.

Sunday School Lesson

The Gospel Doctrine lesson for July 19 is "Be Not Deceived, but continue in Steadfastness." The reading assignment is from Doctrine and covenants 26, 28, 43, 50, 52, and from the book Our Heritage, page 36. "As members of the church today, we must be faithful and watchful." What can we do to keep ourselves from being deceived and led into apostasy?" What do the verses in D&C 50: 17 to 24 teach about how we can discern the things of God from the things of Satan?"

The class starts at 11:20 a.m. after Sacrament Meeting in the Relief Society room of the church. Everyone is welcome.



St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

This Sunday

This week’s homily at St. Paul’s Church continues the series, “Life’s Seven Most Important Decisions.” Under consideration are the alternatives of “Pleasure and Purpose.”

Welcome

We invite you to come join us at Gainesville’s historic St. Paul’s at 411-415 E. California St. Our services on Sunday are at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Information

To contact our office for more information call us at 940-665-4705. You can also send us an e-mail at stpaulgltx@att.net or visit our website at www2.nortexinfo.net/StPaul.



Faith Lutheran Church

Welcome

Faith Lutheran Church invites everyone to join us this Sunday at 10:15 a.m. for the traditional Divine Worship Service. The sermon message will be based on the Gospel of Mark 6:30-44. Because a church campout is being held at Cedar Mills, Lake Texoma from July 17-19, there will be no Bible study or Sunday School this week and only the one service will be held at the church. A special church service will be held at the campout location.

Need Transportation?

If transportation to Sunday services or special events is a problem, please call the church at 668-7147 or Mischa Brown at 641-1231 and leave your name, phone number and address so that a ride can be provided for you. We are excited to have you join us at Faith!

Birthdays and Anniversaries

In Faith’s church family this week, Sue Shauf and Dale Smith will celebrate birthdays. Norm and Marlene Bortz will celebrate their wedding anniversary. We pray special blessings on all of them.

Activities

The Ladies’ Bible Study group will meet at the church at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 21. This group is studying the life and ministry of Jesus according to the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, comparing and contrasting the accounts.

Helping Hands of Faith

Helping Hands of Faith, a mission of Faith Lutheran Church, is located at 719 Smith Street (the old Schmitz Shoe Factory Building). Run by volunteers, the thrift store uses the money made from sales to provide help to charitable organizations such as CASA, Habitat for Humanity, VISTO, Friends of the Family, and 10 area fire stations. The store hours are Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The store also has turbans for chemotherapy patients that are given away at no charge. If you have items to donate, please bring them to the store on the days of operation or call Helping Hands at 668-4393 to make arrangements to have heavy items picked up. Please stop by and visit with us.

Information

If there is any way that Pastor Scott Sundbye or Faith Lutheran Church may serve you, please let us know. Faith Lutheran Church is located at 1823 N. Luther Lane, which is north of Highway 82 across the highway from Scivally’s East Grocery Store. The church number is 668-7147. Pastor Sundbye’s home number is 612-5552. The church’s website is faithlutheranlcms.com.

Bible Verse of the Week: “Know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparable great power for us who believe” (Ephesians 1:18-19).



Callisburg United Methodist Church

Sunday Review

Our acolytes for this Sunday were Jessica Day and Cody Pollard.

The Children’s program for this Sunday, July 12 was presented by Jane Stout.

The birthdays for this week are Gladys Gray, observed on Monday, July 13, Doyle Smith, observed on Wednesday, July 15, and Preslee Webb and Riley Smith, with both being observed on Thursday, July 16.

The anniversaries for this week are Bob and Betty Henderson, observed on Tuesday, July 14 and Nell and Joe Ware observed on Saturday, July 18.

The ushers for the Month of July, are Mike and Doyle Smith.

Out Liturgist for the month of July is Norman Minor.

Barbara Smith, our music director, assisted by Morgan McKenzie, our assistant music director, led the singing during the Sunday Morning Service.

The Affirmation of Faith, the Apostles Creed, and our scriptural readings which were from Luke 13: 6 - 9 was read by Norman Miner.

Reverend Gordon presented a very inspirational sermon today which was entitled “The Barren Fig Tree - Part Two”.

Children’s Program Schedule

The Children’s program for next Sunday, July 19, 2009, will be presented by Dale Hassell.



The Children’s program for the following Sunday, July 26, 2009, will be presented by Ruth Ann Dodson.

Welcome

If there is anyone in the Northeastern part of Cooke County, Looking for a new Church home, please consider coming to visit us at 123 Oscar Cole St. here in Callisburg.

We are a loving and caring group, and you are cordially invited to come and see for yourself.

Sunday Services

Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Church Service: 11 a.m.

Wear Red on Fridays

We ask that you continue to wear red on Fridays to show support for all of our service people, including all military, fire, and police, who willingly place themselves in harms way in order to protect our freedom, safety, and security. May we never take these people for granted.

Information

Our Pastor’s name is Reverend Gene Gordon, and his home phone number is 940-686-0380. If you would like to more information about our little church, feel free to call him at home and/or you can arrange to meet him at our church.



First United Methodist Church

Welcome

First United Methodist Church welcomes you to worship with us Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages begins at 9:45 a.m. We are located at 214 S. Denton Street. Childcare is available for ages five and under.

This Sunday - Sermon

This Sunday, July 19, Rev. Don Yeager will continue a sermon series titled, “David – A Man After God’s Own Heart”. This week’s sermon is titled, “When God Says No,” based on 2 Samuel 7:1-14a.

Chancel Choir

Our Chancel Choir is on vacation during July, so we are using the month to focus on hymns. Ten minutes before each Sunday morning service (8:20 and 10:35 a.m.) we are singing some of the “old favorite” hymns like “Sweet By and By” and “Jesus Saves”. During the time usually reserved for special music or a choral anthem, we are learning a new hymn from our hymnal, taught to us by Daniel Banke, our director of music. Finally, Daniel and the Reverend Woody Poore are teaching a class on hymnody during the Sunday School hour, 9:45-10:30 a.m. The two-session class will be repeated on July 19 and 26. Everyone is invited!

Kids Day Out

Kids Day Out has begun for children age 5 through 5th grade. Children under 5 may attend only if accompanied by a parent or guardian. On Wednesday, July 29, the children will go to Eureka Park and the Movie Grill in Denton. A $5 registration fee is required and a nominal fee of $5 for each event is also required. Registration forms are available in the church office. This program is open to the community.



Other upcoming summer events for children and youth include Music Camp. Children will present their performance of the musical “Rock Solid” on Friday, July 19, at 6 p.m. led by Daniel Banke. Children and youth will be attending summer camp at Lake Bridgeport the week of July 20-25, and the Junior High Mystery Ramble will be going to an undisclosed location July 29 through Aug. 1.

Youth

On Sunday the youth meet for Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Our new summer hours for Wednesdays are as follows: UMYF will meet beginning at 2 p.m. and ending at 4 p.m. with no snack supper provided. Sundays will start with Snack Supper at 5 p.m. and end at 7 p.m. Any youth needing a ride to UMYF needs to contact Shawna Brinkley at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday. Please note there is no youth this Sunday, July 19, and Wednesday, July 22 as Shawna is at Senior High Camp this week.

Our Second Time Around

Our Second Time Around resale store is open on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and carries a wide variety of gently used clothing, books, household items, jewelry, and furniture. Come and check out our bargains. Second Time Around is located at 105 S. Denton St. and welcomes donations and shoppers.

Information

To receive more information about our church or any ongoing activities, please feel free to call the church office, 665-3926, or visit our website, www.fumcgainesville.com.



Whaley United Methodist Church

“Jumping to Conclusions”

Someone has said that the only exercise some people get is jumping to conclusions. Most likely all of us jump to conclusions from time to time. Sometimes the outcome is hilarious. But, sometimes the results of jumping to conclusions are painful, divisive and damaging. Be our guest this Sunday and find out more about the fun and folly of jumping to conclusions.

Whaley Happenings

Sunday, July 19

9 a.m. Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary

10 a.m. Bible Studies for all ages

11 a.m. Contemporary Worship in the Dome

Monday, July 20

Senior high youth depart for Summer Camp at Bridgeport Camp and Conference Center

Tuesday, July 21

Third through fifth graders depart for Summer Camp

9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Kids' Day Out for children one year of age through pre-school; summer session is filled; be sure to register your child now for a slot in the fall.

1:30 p.m. Fellowship Committee meets in the Conference Room

Wednesday, July 22

6 p.m. Spiritual Life Study, an Adult Bible Study led by Gary Hinkle, meets in the Chapel

Thursday, July 23

9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Kids' Day Out

Welcome

Whaley United Methodist Church is located at 701 Rosedale Drive in Gainesville. All are always welcome to join in the activities, missions, and ministries of Whaley UMC. For information call 940-665-5588 or visit our website www.whaleychurch.com.

Our 11 a.m. worship service is broadcast live on local radio station KGAF each Sunday morning. You are invited to come and "feel at home" at Whaley UMC.





First Presbyterian Church of Gainesville

Welcome

Everyone is welcomed to visit or join the First Presbyterian Church of Gainesville under the direction of the Rev. John Hare at 401 S Denton at Church St.

Call at 665-5153 if you have questions weekdays from 9 a.m. to noon; leave a message; or email:fpcgaines@sbcglobal.net or visit at www.firstpresbyteriangainesville.com.

Sunday Schedule

Adult Sunday School is at 9 a.m. with Dr. Franz Klutschkowski reviewing and discussing the video series “Living the Question”; services are at 10:30 a.m.; and fellowship is at 11:30 a.m. and sharing thoughts about our new Vision Statement.

This Sunday Sermon

The sermon for Sunday is “The Average American”.

Last Sunday

Greeters were Jean Putnam and Landi Philips. The Pulpit Assistant was Janis Skupin and the flowers for the sanctuary were given by Don Moore in memory of his brother, Michael.

“Catch the Spirit”

“Catch the Spirit” is the title of a “Creative Art Camp for Kids for Budding Artists” for ages 7-12. It is scheduled Monday through Friday, July 27-31 from 8:30 a.m.- 9 a.m. and will meet in the Sanctuary. Art classes are from 9-11:30 a.m. in Tyler Hall. Registration is limited. Call Retha Bond at 664-1670 or Sylvia Deaver at 665-8469 between July 1-24. The Cost is $5 and scholarships are available.

Session

The Session will meet on Tuesday, July 21 at 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday’s Activities

The Pray-ers group meets at 10 a.m. The Be All That The Lord Expects (B.A.T.T.L.E.) group will meet at 5:30 p.m. and Choir practice is scheduled at 7 p.m.

XYZ

The XYZ (Extra Years of Zest) group will meet at noon at the church; bring a sack lunch and some games.

Secretary-Volunteer

Our church secretary will take a break towards the end of this month. See Shirley Kinsella to volunteer to help in the office.







Westminster Presbyterian Church

500th Anniversary - John Calvin

Friday, July 10 was the 500th anniversary of the birth of John Calvin.

As a church we hold to the heritage and teaching left to us from this man who is known as the "Theologian of the Reformation".

While our church and most other Protestant churches in Gainesville find our ecclesiastical roots in the movement begun by Calvin, most are unaware of the many other contributions to Western Society made by this quiet and amazing man.

To learn a little more about John Calvin and this amazing man's contributions you can go to http://www.wscal.edu/resources/WRobertGodfrey_Calvin.php or listen to this week's broadcast on the White Horse Inn at:http://www.whitehorseinn.org/.