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Children & Family Ministry Update: Spring 2005
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United Methodist Summer Camps & VBS |
March 23 2005 Children and Family Ministry Committee is an active, joyful committee focusing on activities, planning and programming for children and their families. Whether you have a craft talent, like planning ahead for speakers and classes, have an interest in Vacation Bible School or other Sunday School programs, come join us!! Contact Janice Gratton, committee chair or Agnes Zach, Committee Coordinator at 503-228-3195. |
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Vacation Bible School This year's theme: Ranch House Kids. June 20-24 at FUMC from 9:00-12:00. This year's program is coordinated by Angela Kemling, First Church member along with First Presbyterian, Zion Lutheran, Vermont Hills and Epworth. Join the fun!! Summer Camps: 
Brochures are now available for summer camps. United Methodist Camps are fun for the whole family. UM Camping program is the only program that includes camps for children, adults and families. Deadline for registration is May 5, 2005. Scholarships are available from our church as well as the District. Additional forms are needed, so please contact Agnes Zach at 503-228-3195 ext. 227. |
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May 15: Sunday School focus for Fall, 2005 |
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Join other parents on May 15, 9:30 am in Collins Hall for a first look at several new items. New Curriculum: For the 3's through 3rd grade students, Seasons of the Spirit is an alternative to the current curriculum, Expressions of Faith. Examples of the curriculum will be on hand to touch and evaluate. New Sunday School Time: As the church looks to 2 services in the fall, where will Sunday School be and how will you be impacted? Plan on joining this discussion as we look into Fall, 2005. Meet and Greet: This is a great time to connect with other parents and families. Sunday School ends May 29, so plan your summer activities and summer teaching dates together! To plan for coffee and rolls from Fehrenbacher Hof, please RSVP to Agnes Zach at 503-228-3195 ext. 227. |
Remember the date: May 15, 9:30 am Collins Hall! Parent Breakfast for:
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| Summer Sunday School Sign-Ups Summer Sunday school will begin June 5 for 3's to Kindergarten and 1st to3rd grade. A parent volunteer will also be needed in the Nursery each Sunday. 4th-6th grade will be joining their family in worship for the summer. Teachers are needed for each Sunday. Curriculum is provided and all supplies for the day's activities will be in the classrooms. On Sunday's when no teachers are available, the nursery will be open for ages birth through age 3.
Children's Musical, “Fat, Fat, Jehosophat” Plans are underway and practice has begun for the Children's Musical, “Fat, Fat, Jehosophat.” Under the direction of Ronnee Edwards, Soundseekers director, this musical encourages any child that wants to participate to join in. There are parts for groups of children to sing or speak as well as solos and duets. On May 1, 8 and 15, practices will occur during Sunday School time and parents will be needed to assist with props and costumes. This fun filled musical is light on staging and heavy on family fun and involvement. |
Earth Day Event On April 17, Planet Church, Children's Ministries and the Church library join together for a tasty and education Earth Day event. Children's Ministries will have a buffet lunch of organic, healthy food that represents the food pyramid. (Donations accepted). The Library will host the close-out used booksale. Any books not sold will be donated to a used book store. Planet Church will sponsor coffee hour and a series of booths about recycling, organic foods, and more. Everyone is encouraged to attend and enjoy fellowship with each other as well as our environment. 
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May 15: Sunday School focus for Fall, 2005 |
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Leap of Faith An interactive play for adults sponsored by First Church is scheduled for April 30, 2005 at 6:00 pm. The play includes a dinner provided by First Church youth as a mission trip fundraiser. The play, with professional actors and actresses, presents both sides to the same-sex marriage debate. It includes audience participation and a balanced perspective that is unique in this debate. Childcare will be provided if needed, so plan your evening for this big event! Tickets are pre-sold only and are available from First Church Youth and parents. |
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The Lion King is Coming! The Broadway play, The Lion King is coming to Portland this fall. FUMC Theatre Parties has reserved seating for October 22 at 7:30 pm. Prime seats have been reserved for $74.50. 7 seats are available and more will be ordered as needed. Make your plans for a fun-filled evening today! |
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What do You Think? I'm seeing a need for weekday activities for parents with young children. I'm seeing a need for fellowship time for families to get to know each other. I'm seeing a need to use the Children's section of the library. What do you think? What can we do to make the church an active part of your life all week-long? Suggestions are the way we grow-what's your suggestion? Send any ideas to Agnes Zach or call at 503-228-3195. |
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