First Wesleyan Church

FWC NEWS – NOVEMBER 24, 2010

2010-11-24T12:38:00.000-08:00

IN THIS ISSUE:

• CALENDAR REMINDERS AT A GLANCE!
• MISSIONS EMPHASIS THIS WEEKEND
• POINTSETTIAS AVAILABLE FOR ORDER
• CPAS CONCERT – NEWSONG – NOV. 30
• FWC CHRISTMAS PROGRAM – TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
• CHRISTMAS OUTREACH – ‘QUEEN FOR A NIGHT’ – DEC. 9
• SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON – DEC. 8
• SOUTHERN GOSPEL CHRISTMAS CONCERT – DEC. 2
• WESLEYAN MEN’S LADIES NIGHT – DEC. 11
• FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS –LAST SUNDAY FOR TOILET PAPER!
• BLOCK PARTY PHOTO REMINDER – DEADLINE SOON!
• CHURCH REMINDERS

*Scroll down for details!

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IMPORTANT CALENDAR REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW!
- TONIGHT – NO WEDNESDAY EVENING ACTIVITIES Happy Thanksgiving!

- NOVEMBER 25 & 26 – CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED Happy Thanksgiving!

- NOVEMBER 30 – CPAS CONCERT with NEWSONG, Michael Tait & Kerrie Roberts Tickets available THIS SUNDAY after morning worship.

- DECEMBER 11 – FWC Christmas Musical “A 1940’s Christmas Homecoming” @ 7pm More info below!

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SPECIAL MISSIONS EMPHASIS THIS SUNDAY
Stop by the Mission Table in the foyer this Sunday, November 28th to find out more about the Persecuted Church and how you can pray for brothers and sisters in the faith around the world.

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POINTSETTIA ORDER FORMS – AVAILABLE NOW
It's time to place your order in Honor or in Memory of a loved one or friend! You may pick up an ordering envelope from the Welcome Centers, fill it out and place it in the offering plate. Deadline for orders to be turned into the church office is Monday, December 6^th.

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CPAS CONCERT – NEWSONG – NOVEMBER 30
The last CPAS concert of the year is coming up THIS COMING TUESDAY, November 30^th at 7pm! Newsong will be joined by Michael Tait (former member of DC Talk and current lead singer of the Newsboys) as well as new artist Kerrie Roberts! This will be a great way to kick off the holidays… you don’t want to miss it!

Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the Church Office anytime during our office hours. (M-TH, 9-5pm and F, 9-1pm).

TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER CHURCH ON SUNDAY IN THE MAIN FOYER.

Tickets are also being sold at the Bicycle Toy and Hobby Shop on North Main Street in High Point and the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop.

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FWC CHRISTMAS PROGRAM:
A 1940’S CHRISTMAS HOMECOMING
On December 11 at 7pm, FWC will present ‘A 1940’s Christmas Homecoming!’

Lt. Edwin Berry is stationed overseas during World War II and has been chosen to celebrate Christmas with his wife and children for a special homecoming. He is later called upon by his commander for a special (and dangerous) mission to save lives, which only he can fulfill, making his homecoming impossible. Join us as the true meaning of Christmas is dramatically illustrated!

“A 1940’s Christmas Homecoming” is filled with upbeat, big band arrangements bringing the period fully to life, along with carols and beautiful songs of reassurance. They remind us that in the midst of dark times, God is in complete control and “all is calm, all is bright.”

Tickets are $5.00 and will be available Sunday after church in the Main Foyer. Net proceeds will benefit the USO.

Tickets are also being sold at the Bicycle Toy and Hobby Shop on North Main Street in High Point and the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop.

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CHRISTMAS OUTREACH - “QUEEN FOR A NIGHT”

Thank you to the many people who have volunteered to help with the “Queen For A Night” event. We have just a few volunteer spots left.

On Thursday evening, December 9th, FWC Missions will sponsor a Christmas event called “Queen for a Night” for the women at Leslie’s House, a homeless shelter for single women operated by West End Ministries. This is an opportunity for you to get involved in a Christmas Outreach for the less fortunate. Serving opportunities are listed below. Our remaining needs are highlighted:

Hostess Team – 2 more people
Serving Team- FULL
Decorating Team– FULL
Shopping Team– 2 more people responsible for purchasing gifts for the women
Knitting Team– 4 more people to knit scarves for the homeless women
Prepare Desserts—2 more people who would be willing to make a dessert
Clean Up- 3 more people willing to help with clean up
Musicians & Singers– FULL
New team! Appetizer Team- 2 or 3 people to prepare appetizers that would be served before the meal

Please contact Donna at 888-4523 or dguhr@firstwesleyan.org to volunteer for this event.

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SENIOR ADULT CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
December 8^th at 12 noon. Bring in the holidays by joining us for “Christmas Cranberries” presented by Rachelle Denny. Lunch will be provided by Company’s Coming. We will also play some Christmas games. The cost for this luncheon will be $8.00. Please RSVP by December 1^st to Donna at 888-4523.

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SOUTHERN GOSPEL CHRISTMAS CONCERT
On Thursday, December 2^nd at 7pm Song Garden Music Group Presents the 2010 Celebrate Christmas Concert featuring the Triumphant Quartet, The Collingsworth Family, & The Rick Webb Family in the FWC Auditorium.

Tickets are General Admission: $10 for Risers and $15 for Artist Circle (on the floor). Tickets are available at BICYCLE TOY AND HOBBY. These tickets are NOT available at the Church Office.

For ticket information call 668-0193 or www.songgardenmusicgroup.com

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HIGH POINT/THOMASVILLE WESLEYAN MEN
High Point – Thomasville Area Wesleyan Men’s Ladies Night will take place on Saturday, December 11^th at 6pm at Memorial United Methodist Church in Thomasville. The evening will feature a home cooked dinner and entertainment by the Jay Stone Singers. Cost is $13 per person. For tickets contact Bill Reeves at 869-3461 or Jay Wood at 442-7274.

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WEST END MINISTRIES – FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS – TOILET PAPER
This Sunday is the last week for the Toilet Paper collection!

December’s item will be Canned Fruit and we’ll begin collecting for that NEXT SUNDAY!

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COSTUME BLOCK PARTY PHOTO REMINDER – DEADLINE SOON!
Bert Reed was our roving photographer at the Block Party and there are some fantastic shots of the church family. Visit this link, http://bertreed.instaproofs.com/ to view the photos available for free download or purchase. They will be available until the end of November which is coming up on Tuesday! All proceeds from the sales of the photos will come back to FWC! Check them out!

FWC NEWS – NOVEMBER 11, 2010

2010-11-11T12:06:00.000-08:00

HAPPY VETERANS DAY! THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED AND CONTINUE TO SERVE IN OUR MILITARY!

IN THIS ISSUE:

• CALENDAR REMINDERS AT A GLANCE!
• DRIVEWAY & PARKING LOT TRAFFIC PATTERN CHANGES!
• FILL IN OFFICE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
• CPAS CONCERT – NEWSONG – NOV. 30^th
• FWC CHRISTMAS PROGRAM – TICKETS AVAILABLE SUNDAY
• BLOCK PARTY PHOTO REMINDER
• BILL FAY AT FWC – THIS SUNDAY
• CHRISTMAS TREE FUNDRAISER – LAST SUNDAY TO ORDER
• LAST SUNDAY REVELATION – MOVED TO 11/21!
• SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON – DEC. 8
• FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS –TOILET PAPER!
• CHURCH REMINDERS

*Scroll down for details!

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IMPORTANT CALENDAR REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW!
- THIS SUNDAY – International Evangelist Bill Fay. See below for more details.

- NOVEMBER 24 – NO WEDNESDAY EVENING ACTIVITIES Happy Thanksgiving!

- NOVEMBER 30 – CPAS CONCERT with NEWSONG, Michael Tait & Kerrie Roberts Tickets available THIS SUNDAY after morning worship.

- DECEMBER 11 – FWC Christmas Musical “A 1940’s Christmas Homecoming” @ 7pm More info below!

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CHURCH DRIVEWAY – PARKING LOT TRAFFIC CHANGES
Please be alert to the new church driveway/traffic lane changes that should be completed by this weekend, November 13/14!

There will be an enlarged painted island when coming in from Westchester Drive, starting near the Rite Aid entrance. The new two-way church driveway of the parking lot will be to the LEFT of the painted island, continuing LEFT of the first parking lot island before continuing, as before, toward the rear of the church.

A new, single, one way drive lane will lead under the canopies, branching off from the new main church driveway, which is suitable for passenger drop-off and pick-up.

This may be hard to visualize in writing, but we are introducing the concept so you can be aware of the new pattern when you arrive this weekend! Thanks!

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FILL IN OFFICE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The Church Office is in need of people who would be willing to volunteer as our friendly receptionist on an as needed basis to fill-in when someone is on vacation or sick. Please call the church office at 884-1111 if you are interested.

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CPAS CONCERT – NEWSONG – NOVEMBER 30
The last CPAS concert of the year is coming up on November 30^th at 7pm! Newsong will be joined by Michael Tait (former member of DC Talk and current lead singer of the Newsboys) as well as new artist Kerrie Roberts! This will be a great way to kick off the holidays… you don’t want to miss it!

Tickets are still available and can be purchased at the Church Office anytime during our office hours. (M-TH, 9-5pm and F, 9-1pm).

TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AFTER CHURCH ON SUNDAY IN THE MAIN FOYER.

Tickets are also being sold at the Bicycle Toy and Hobby Shop on North Main Street in High Point and the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop.

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FWC CHRISTMAS PROGRAM:
A 1940’S CHRISTMAS HOMECOMING
On December 11 at 7pm, FWC will present ‘A 1940’s Christmas Homecoming!’

Lt. Edwin Berry is stationed overseas during World War II and has been chosen to celebrate Christmas with his wife and children for a special homecoming. He is later called upon by his commander for a special (and dangerous) mission to save lives, which only he can fulfill, making his homecoming impossible. Join us as the true meaning of Christmas is dramatically illustrated!

“A 1940’s Christmas Homecoming” is filled with upbeat, big band arrangements bringing the period fully to life, along with carols and beautiful songs of reassurance. They remind us that in the midst of dark times, God is in complete control and “all is calm, all is bright.”

Tickets are $5.00 and will be available beginning THIS SUNDAY after church in the Main Foyer. Net proceeds will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project.

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COSTUME BLOCK PARTY – PHOTO REMINDER!
Bert Reed was our roving photographer at the Block Party and there are some fantastic shots of the church family. Visit this link, http://bertreed.instaproofs.com/ to view the photos available for free download or purchase. All proceeds from the sales of the photos will come back to FWC! Check them out!

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INTERNATIONAL EVANGELIST BILL FAY – NOVEMBER 14
On Sunday, November 14, International Evangelist Bill Fay will be speaking during the Sunday morning worship here at FWC.

He will also be presenting a seminar at 5pm that afternoon. The topic will be Sharing Your Faith Without Fear. This is a presentation of simple ways to share Christ. You don’t want to miss it!

Childcare will be provided for children ages seven and under.

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CHRISTMAS TREE FUNDRAISER – TREES FOR TROOPS
The Outreach Sunday School class is sponsoring a Christmas Tree Program to help raise money for the redesign of our Children’s Hallway!

You can order Christmas trees for yourself, as a gift for a family at FWC or as part of the ‘Trees for Troops’ program, where your tree will go to a service man or woman.

THIS SUNDAY IS THE DEADLINE TO ORDER and trees will be delivered on Saturday, December 4^th from 8:30am-12:30pm.

Check out the order form in the bulletin and drop it off in the Main Foyer after church THIS SUNDAY!

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LAST SUNDAY REVELATION STUDY
Because of the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend, Pastor Rick will be teaching his Revelation Study on Sunday, November 21 at 4pm in Room 108. Childcare will be provided for Preschool Age children and younger. Come out and join us for this in depth study on the Book of Revelation.

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SENIOR ADULT CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
December 8^th at 12 noon. Bring in the holidays by joining us for “Christmas Cranberries” presented by Rachelle Denny. Lunch will be provided by Company’s Coming. We will also play some Christmas games. The cost for this luncheon will be $8.00. Please RSVP by December 1^st to Donna at 888-4523.

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SOUTHERN GOSPEL CHRISTMAS CONCERT
On Thursday, December 2^nd at 7pm Song Garden Music Group Presents the 2010 Celebrate Christmas Concert featuring the Triumphant Quartet, The Collingsworth Family, & The Rick Webb Family in the FWC Auditorium.

Tickets are General Admission: $10 for Risers and $15 for Artist Circle (on the floor). Tickets are available at BICYCLE TOY AND HOBBY. These tickets are NOT available at the Church Office.

For ticket information call 668-0193 or www.songgardenmusicgroup.com

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WEST END MINISTRIES – FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS – TOILET PAPER
We are now collecting Toilet Paper for the West End Ministries Food Bank.

Thank you SO much for all of the Peanut Butter that was donated in October. What a great response we had!

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CHURCH REMINDERS

REQUESTS FOR ANOINTING AND SUNDAY MORNING PRAYER TIME
ANOINTING: If you would like to be anointed for a special need, please call the church office and let us know. We will be honored to pray for you at the altar in the minutes leading up the countdown prayer time. Time limits how many we can anoint on a Sunday, but we will do our best to schedule this special prayer.

PRAYER TIME: This is a reminder of our Prayer Initiative we are beginning on Sunday mornings. Continuing this Sunday, we are encouraging you to come pray at the platform during the five minute countdown before the worship service.

You can pray for the service, upcoming events or other needs. This is a wonderful opportunity to come forward and prepare your heart for the morning service.

UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFO WITH THE CHURCH OFFICE
Our records are only as good as the information we get from YOU!

If you move, change phone numbers or email, please let us know at the church office. You can email the updates to churchoffice@firstwesleyan.org, or call the office at 884-1111.

We want to keep you updated with event and other important information from the Pastors and staff here at FWC, so, please remember us if you change your contact info.

THANKS!

KEEPING UP WITH FWC

OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/
Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://firstwesleyan.org/#/events/calendar

SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES:
We understand that people like to communicate in a variety of different ways. Therefore, we’re offering TXT message updates from FWC! These updates will be sent to remind you about important events and service times here at FWC. And it will be delivered straight to your cell phone! To sign up for TXT message updates (if you haven’t already), just click here and fill in your information! **NOTE: It’s important that your carrier info is correct, or the messages won’t send properly.** Standard message rates apply.

FWC NEWS - WEEK OF OCTOBER 28

2010-10-29T06:24:00.000-07:00

FWC NEWS – OCTOBER 28, 2010

IN THIS ISSUE:

• IMPORTANT CALENDAR REMINDERS AT A GLANCE!
• CARNIVAL BLOCK PARTY – LAST MINUTE NEEDS!
• BILL FAY AT FWC – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
• TECH TEAM VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
• THANK YOU FROM TINA TAUBIN
• OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD – MISSIONS DAY TRIP
• SENIOR ADULT MOVIE – NOVEMBER 3
• CHRISTMAS TREE FUNDRAISER – ORDER NOW!
• FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS – NEXT SUNDAY… TOILET PAPER!
• CHURCH REMINDERS

*Scroll down for details!

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IMPORTANT CALENDAR REMINDERS – MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW!
- OCTOBER 31 – Costume Block Party – 5:30-7pm – THIS SUNDAY!!

- NOVEMBER 7 – All Saints Memorial Service during morning worship. We will take time to recognize those of our church family who have passed away from October through September. This is a beautiful service to celebrate the lives of loved ones.

- NOVEMBER 14 – International Evangelist Bill Fay. See below for more details.

- NOVEMBER 24 – NO WEDNESDAY EVENING ACTIVITIES Happy Thanksgiving!

- NOVEMBER 30 – CPAS CONCERT with NEWSONG, Michael Tait & Kerrie Roberts Tickets available at the church office, Bicycle Toy & Hobby & the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop.

- DECEMBER 11 – FWC Christmas Musical “A 1940’s Christmas Homecoming” @ 7pm More details are coming soon!

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COSTUME BLOCK PARTY – LAST MINUTE NEEDS
If you would still like to be a part of the Block Party, it’s not too late! We can still use Baked Goods for the Cake Walk. All you need to do is bring them to the Children’s Area in Room 107 on Sunday Morning. We ask that you bring them pre-packaged this year. Bring them in a Ziploc bag or on a plate with Saran Wrap…enough for a family of four (ie. 4 cupcakes, a plate of cookies, etc.)

Please keep praying that we will bless our community! There are also a lot of details that will go into planning this event, so prayers are encouraged and appreciated!

ALSO, as a point of interest for those attending the Block Party, our very own Bert Reed will be our roving photographer at the event and will be taking photos that will be available for free viewing and download as well as for purchase. Keep an eye out for Bert taking photos at the Block Party!

COME ON OUT, ALL AGES! THIS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31 – 5:30-7pm!

Contact Sheri Jennings in the church office (884-1111) if you have any questions about this year’s Costume Block Party! Or email, fwcnursery@aol.com!

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INTERNATIONAL EVANGELIST BILL FAY – NOVEMBER 14
On Sunday, November 14, International Evangelist Bill Fay will be speaking during the Sunday morning worship here at FWC.

He will also be presenting a seminar at 5pm that afternoon. The topic will be Sharing Your Faith Without Fear. This is a presentation of simple ways to share Christ. You don’t want to miss it!

We are in need of several volunteers to help with selling his merchandise during the evening seminar. If you will be attending the seminar and would be willing to help out, please contact Karen Parrish in the church office. You can call 888-4528 or simply respond to this email.

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TECH TEAM VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Our Tech Team is in need of some new volunteers to help make our Sunday morning services run smoothly! These folks are the ones who work behind the scenes to be sure everything happens as it should.

So, if you’ve ever wanted to help out with sound, lights, cameras and other technical stuff, now is your chance! Contact David Jennings to find out more, soundfwc@hotmail.com or 471-9128.

No experience is required. Training will be provided!

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THANK YOU FROM TINA TAUBIN
I would like to express a sincere “THANK YOU” to everyone for praying and encouraging me and my family with your love, cards, and meals through my surgery and recovery. They meant more to me/us than can be expressed in words. May God bless you for the way you were used to bless us this past month. Thank you! ~ Tina Taubin

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OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD – MISSIONS DAY TRIP
Do you have a heart for Missions? Here is a local opportunity to touch hearts and change lives of children around the world.

We will be taking a team of volunteers down to the Operation Christmas Child Processing Center in Charlotte on Saturday, December 4^th from 2-9pm. This event is open to the entire church family but volunteers must be at least 13 years old. Here is a good opportunity for families that would like to work together. We will help to prepare shoe boxes for shipment overseas. There will be a lot of standing. Transportation will be provided.

Once you experience this awe-inspiring process, you’ll want to go back year after year!

Please call Donna at 888-4523 for reservations. Deadline to sign up is November 11th.

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SENIOR ADULT MOVIE
One Night with the King starring Peter O’Toole & Omar Sharif. November 3^rd at 3pm in room 106. This is a FREE event for Seniors. Snacks will be provided. If you are coming from Westchester Village apartments and would like to come through the connector, please call Donna at 888-4523 by November 2^nd.

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CHRISTMAS TREE FUNDRAISER – TREES FOR TROOPS
The Outreach Sunday School class is sponsoring a Christmas Tree Program to help raise money for the redesign of our Children’s Hallway!

You can order Christmas trees for yourself, as a gift for a family at FWC or as part of the ‘Trees for Troops’ program, where your tree will go to a service man or woman.

The deadline to order your tree is Sunday, November 14^th and trees will be delivered on Saturday, December 4^th from 8:30am-12:30pm.

Check out the order form in the bulletin beginning THIS Sunday and drop it off in the Main Foyer after church or at the church office throughout the week.

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WEST END MINISTRIES – FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS – PEANUT BUTTER
This Sunday is the last Sunday in October, so it is the last week we are collecting Peanut Butter for the West End Food Pantry. Look for the designated spots in each of the foyers.

NEXT SUNDAY, November 7^th, we will begin collecting TOILET PAPER!

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CHURCH REMINDERS

REQUESTS FOR ANOINTING AND SUNDAY MORNING PRAYER TIME
ANOINTING: If you would like to be anointed for a special need, please call the church office and let us know. We will be honored to pray for you at the altar in the minutes leading up the countdown prayer time. Time limits how many we can anoint on a Sunday, but we will do our best to schedule this special prayer.

PRAYER TIME: This is a reminder of our Prayer Initiative we are beginning on Sunday mornings. Continuing this Sunday, we are encouraging you to come pray at the platform during the five minute countdown before the worship service.

You can pray for the service, upcoming events or other needs. This is a wonderful opportunity to come forward and prepare your heart for the morning service.

UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFO WITH THE CHURCH OFFICE
Our records are only as good as the information we get from YOU!

If you move, change phone numbers or email, please let us know at the church office. You can email the updates to churchoffice@firstwesleyan.org, or call the office at 884-1111.

We want to keep you updated with event and other important information from the Pastors and staff here at FWC, so, please remember us if you change your contact info.

THANKS!

KEEPING UP WITH FWC

OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/
Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://firstwesleyan.org/#/events/calendar

SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES:
We understand that people like to communicate in a variety of different ways. Therefore, we’re offering TXT message updates from FWC! These updates will be sent to remind you about important events and service times here at FWC. And it will be delivered straight to your cell phone! To sign up for TXT message updates (if you haven’t already), just click here and fill in your information! **NOTE: It’s important that your carrier info is correct, or the messages won’t send properly.** Standard message rates apply.

FWC NEWS-9-24-2010

2010-09-23T17:34:00.000-07:00

IN THIS ISSUE:

• FWC T-SHIRT – IMPORTANT UPDATE!

• IMPORTANT CALENDAR REMINDERS!

• CHURCH PICNIC NEXT WEEK – IMPORTANT INFO

• LAST WEEK FOR FIRST RICE – WHAT’S NEXT?

• WILD AT HEART – MEN’S BIBLE STUDY

• REVELATION STUDY – THIS SUNDAY

• SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON – WED. OCT. 13 – RSVP NEEDED!

• CHRISTIAN COLLEGE FAIR @ WCA

• JOHNSON/VERNON WEDDING INVITATION – THIS SATURDAY!

• WESLEYAN MEN MEETING & WORKDAYS AT VMC!

• CHURCH REMINDERS

*Scroll down for details!

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FWC T-SHIRT NEWS FLASH

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

If you ordered your t-shirts on September 12 (the first week they were available), your shirts are IN and can be picked up THIS SUNDAY or at the church office during regular office hours. (If you have any question as to whether your shirts are available or not, please do not hesitate to call, email or stop by the table on Sunday morning.)

If you ordered anytime after that, your order has not come in yet. We apologize for the delay and we will let you know as soon as they are available to be picked up.

If you didn’t get a chance to order your t-shirt yet, you have until this Sunday to place your order. You can reply to this email, call the church office (size and color, please for each shirt) or stop by the table on Sunday. Your order MUST be received by this Sunday to be included. Shirts are $6 each.

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IMPORTANT CALENDAR REMINDERS

- THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 – 10:30am – COMMUNITY SUNDAY! You will want to be

at church on Sunday morning for a special Men’s Ensemble singing during the service!

- OCTOBER 3 – 12:30 – 4pm – POT-LUCK CHURCH PICNIC @ CITY LAKE PARK

Check the insert in your bulletin this Sunday. Oct. 3 is also an ‘Informal Sunday.’

Wear your T-shirt!

- OCTOBER 31 – Mark Your Calendar for OUR Costume Block Party… WE’RE STARTING

TO COLLECT THE CANDY NEXT SUNDAY… WE NEED LOTS!

- DECEMBER 4 – OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SERVICE OPPORTUNITY

For more information about this opportunity to touch hearts and change lives of

children around the world, contact Donna Guhr, 888-4523

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FWC FAMILY CHURCH PICNIC – POTLUCK!

Next Sunday is the annual FWC Family Church Picnic at City Lake Park in Jamestown. The picnic will take place from 12:30 – 4pm. Look for the flyer in your bulletin THIS SUNDAY!

Here are some highlights:

BRING FOOD! It’s a POTLUCK… If your last name begins with:

A-I, bring MEAT

J-P, bring a SIDE DISH

Q-Z, bring a DESSERT

--KIDS SHOULD BRING THEIR BIKES FOR A BIKE RODEO

(THERE WILL BE SOME EXTRA BIKES IF YOU CANNOT BRING YOURS)

--IT’S A BEAUTIFUL PARK… GAMES, MUSIC, PARK RIDES FOR A NOMINAL PRICE.

--THE JENNINGS ARE GOING TO TAKE THOSE WHO WANT TO RIDE ON THE

GREENWAY NEAR THE END OF THE PICNIC

--THERE WILL BE MUSIC, GAMES, and DON’T FORGET TO WEAR YOUR

FWC T-SHIRT!

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LAST SUNDAY FOR FIRST RICE!… LOOKING AHEAD TO OCTOBER

THIS IS THE LAST SUNDAY FWC WILL COLLECT RICE. Please bring 50, 25, 20 or 5 pound bags of rice. (Jasmine rice is very familiar to our arriving Asian refugees.) Look for the designated spot in the foyer for the rice. Thank you to all of you that have already donated.

Beginning in October, we will be collecting Peanut Butter for the West End Food Pantry. Mark your calendar and plan to bring in LOTS of peanut butter!

We will be collecting different foods and staples each month to support the West End Food Pantry, helping those in our immediate community!

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WILD AT HEART – MEN’S BIBLE STUDY – BEGINS OCT. 12

Band of Brother’s Men’s Ministry is sponsoring this incredible Men’s Bible Study beginning Tuesday, October 12 from 6:30-8:30pm.

The study is 9 weeks and the cost is only $10 for your book! Sign-up this weekend in the Main Foyer with Keith Stradley or simply respond to this email!

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‘LAST SUNDAY REVELATION STUDY’ THIS SUNDAY!

Pastor Rick’s Revelation Study will continue this Sunday, September 26th at 4pm in Room 108. Please park in the back of the church and enter through the Rear Foyer.

Childcare will be provided for children in nursery and preschool!

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SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON & CRAFT FAIR

Come hear the beautiful music of two talented sisters, Karen Bernard and Pam Haire on Wednesday, October 13th at 12 noon in Room 106, here at FWC. Lunch will be catered from Mary B’s Southern Kitchen. In addition, we will have homemade crafts which will be sold before and after the luncheon. Please RSVP by Friday, October 8th to Donna at 888-4523.

If you are creative and would like to display your craft at the luncheon, please call Donna to reserve your spot by October 1st. No food items please.

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CHRISTIAN COLLEGE FAIR – TUES. SEPT. 28 – WCA

Wesleyan Christian Academy will host a Christian College Fair in their gymnasium on Tuesday, September 28 from 6-8pm.

There will be over 40 Christian Colleges attending. This is a great resource for information on schools around the country. Contact Diane Whitman at Wesleyan for more information, dwhitman@wesed.org 884-3333 x 243.

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JOHNSON/VERNON WEDDING INVITATION

Chaplain and Mrs. Randal Johnson and Chaplain and Mrs. John Vernon are extending an invitation to the First Wesleyan church family to attend the marriage of their children Hillary Elizabeth Johnson and Robert Kyle Vernon.

The ceremony will take place THIS Saturday, September 25, 2010 at 3:00 pm at the chapel at Wesleyan Christian Academy, Joel W. Farlow Center for Excellence, 1911 N. Centennial Street High Point, NC. A reception will follow.

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WESLEYAN MEN MEETING

All are welcome to join us at the next High Point-Thomasville Wesleyan Men Meeting on Monday, September 27 at 7pm.

They will be meeting at Hickory Chapel Wesleyan Church in High Point and the cost for the meal is only $7.00.

ALSO… WESLEYAN MEN’S WORKDAYS AT VICTORY MOUNTAIN CAMP

Third Thursday of each month at 8am. Men from all NC East District Local Churches are welcome. Contact Dennis Larue at VMC for more information, 883-3481.

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CHURCH REMINDERS

REQUESTS FOR ANOINTING AND SUNDAY MORNING PRAYER TIME

ANOINTING: If you would like to be anointed for a special need, please call the church office and let us know. We will be honored to pray for you at the altar in the minutes leading up the countdown prayer time. Time limits how many we can anoint on a Sunday, but we will do our best to schedule this special prayer.

PRAYER TIME: This is a reminder of our Prayer Initiative we are beginning on Sunday mornings. Continuing this Sunday, we are encouraging you to come pray at the platform during the five minute countdown before the worship service.

You can pray for the service, upcoming events or other needs. This is a wonderful opportunity to come forward and prepare your heart for the morning service.

UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFO WITH THE CHURCH OFFICE

Our records are only as good as the information we get from YOU!

If you move, change phone numbers or email, please let us know at the church office. You can email the updates to churchoffice@firstwesleyan.org, or call the office at 884-1111.

We want to keep you updated with event and other important information from the Pastors and staff here at FWC, so, please remember us if you change your contact info.

THANKS!

FWC NEWS – SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

2010-07-22T17:28:00.000-07:00

2010-07-01T17:50:00.001-07:00

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Sermon Online- Each Date has the video, First Points, Sermon and Home notes. Also the Sunday Afternoon Revelation Series are located on this page.

Quick link to lastest sermon video on Vimeo.

Quick link to Classic Sermon video from FWC. This is a work in progress. Will get start on this Fall/Winter 2010-11

2010-05-05T09:46:00.001-07:00

FWC NEWS – MAY 5, 2010
IN THIS ISSUE:
• WESLEYAN NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-A• HANDYMAN NEED IN THE THRIFT SHOP• NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER – MAY 6• SENIOR ADULT DAY TRIP• ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING• VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – BALLOT COUNTERS• FAMILY FUN DAY – THIS SATURDAY!• OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENT – THIS SATURDAY!• BAND OF BROTHERS FELLOWSHIP MEETING• YOUTH SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER• REFUGEE WELCOME NETWORK TRANSPORT NEED• SIGN-UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES
*Scroll down for details!
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WESLEYAN NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-AWesleyan Night at Chick Fil-A will take place THIS THURSDAY, May 6 from 3-8pm at the Chick Fil-A on North Main Street.
This is an easy way to support Wesleyan Christian Academy and have a great meal, too! We hope to see you there!
THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE, THIS SCHOOL YEAR, TO SUPPORT WESLEYAN AT CHICK FIL-A!
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WE NEED A HANDYMAN IN THE THRIFT SHOP!Do you have the skills of Emmett Clark? Or how about Handy Manny?
We need your help! The Thrift Shop is again in desperate need of someone who is ‘Mr. Fix-it’ or ‘Ms. Fix-it!’ Our volunteer who puts time into making sure the donations at the Thrift Shop work, is out of commission for a little while, and we need YOU to help pick up the slack!
So, if you are handy in any way, please give Judy a call at the Thrift Shop. We need YOU! 886-8716
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NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER – THIS THURSDAY, MAY 6Thursday, May 6th marks the National Day of Prayer for 2010 and the annual call for Christian believers to proclaim our reliance on Almighty God to guide, protect and prosper our nation.
PRAYER. . . FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS is the theme for 2010, which is based on Nahum 1:7, "The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him." There will be a gathering at the transportation canopy in front of the IHFC building from 12 noon to 1 PM this Thursday.
For more information, contact Jon Koch, Chairman of the High Point /National Day of Prayer at 336- 474-0623 or JonKoch@triad.rr.com
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SENIOR ADULT DAY TRIP – May 18thONLY ONE WEEK LEFT TO SIGN UP for the trip to Shatley Springs, the Fresco’s & the Cheese Factory on May 18th. The cost for the trip is $25 which includes lunch.
Call Donna at 888-4523. Reservations are due by May 12th.
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FWC ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETINGMay 16 at 6:00pm
What is our annual business meeting?
It’s a Concert of PrayerIt’s a Celebration of WorshipIt’s a Conference to select our leadersIt’s a Connection for the fellowship
This won’t be the typical boring, stuffy church business meeting. We are going to join together to celebrate what God is doing among us by singing, worshipping and praising God. We are going to join together in a concert of prayer to seek God’s direction and blessing for our church. We’ll hear exciting testimonies of God’s power in the lives of our people. We’ll select our leaders for the coming year and to top off the evening, we’ll share in fellowship over homemade ice cream! Yum!
This is a time for our entire church family—members, as well as non-members. You may wonder why you should come if you aren’t a member of the church. Here’s why—you’ll get to see who our new leaders are; we value your prayers during the evening so that the voting will reflect God’s will; and you’ll get to hear from the different pastors and ministry leaders what is happening in the life of the church. In addition we are going to give a preview of our exciting fall kick off, coming in September. Child care for nursery and preschool age children will be provided.
Registration for members at the door. Worship begins at 6.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO COUNT BALLOTS – MAY 16Volunteers are needed on May 16 @ 6:00pm to help count ballots at our Annual Business Meeting and Local Church Conference. Please contact Jennifer Stoutenburg at jstoutenburg@firstwesleyan.org or call 888-4501.
We can use anyone from Middle School age students on up through our adult members! You can be a member (you’ll still be allowed to vote) or a non-member! WE NEED YOU!
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UPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTSFamily Fun Day is THIS SATURDAY, MAY 8! FUNDAY is from 10am – 2pm at Victory Mountain Camp and it’s FREE! Just pack a picnic and bring the family for a full day of fun-filled activities: canoeing, games, inflatables, petting zoo, and ice cream!
Please visit www.ncewesleyan.com for more information!
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OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTSave the Date! Saturday, May 8th (1:00 pm until last hole played), for the Captain's Choice Outreach Golf Tournament
There will be Prizes…Good Food…and Great Friends having a Great Time! In 2010 EVERYONE can Share the Blessings of Giving. We are trying to raise $4,000 to Raise the Roof on a church in Zambia! Contact Ron Nelson for details @ 336-434-6236 or 336-688-3443 or nelsonrnbg@northstate.net
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BAND OF BROTHERS FELLOWSHIP MEETINGOn Tuesday, May 11, 2010 @ 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (they meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month), The Band of Brothers will meet in The Highway (the youth room). The speaker will be Terry Giles with "The Way of the Master" - Part III. Use the Towne Center Entrance that faces Westchester and follow the “Band of Brothers” signs.
Our Daily Bread Cafe in the Towne Center will provide a catered meal for just $7.00!
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YOUTH SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISERTickets will be on-sale THIS SUNDAY for the upcoming Baked Spaghetti Fundraiser for the FWC Youth Ministry! On May 23, right after church, you can pick up a delicious meal of baked spaghetti, salad, bread and sweet tea for only $7! You will want to buy your tickets in advance so they don’t run out!
This is designed to be a ‘take-out’ meal, so buy your tickets today and be ready to take home a great meal on Sunday, May 23! You’ll be helping our youth raise funds for Youth Camp!
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REFUGEE WELCOME NETWORK TRANSPORT NEEDThe Lao Ministries and Refugee Welcome Network (RWN) are seeking a mini-van to transport several fathers from Lumberton to High Point each week. If you have one you wish to donate or sell please contact John McMurphy (431-4298) or Pastor Inthava (884-1111).
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KEEPING UP WITH FWC
OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: We understand that people like to communicate in a variety of different ways. Therefore, we’re offering TXT message updates from FWC! These updates will be sent to remind you about important events and service times here at FWC. And it will be delivered straight to your cell phone! To sign up for TXT message updates (if you haven’t already), just click here and fill in your information! **NOTE: It’s important that your carrier info is correct, or the messages won’t send properly.** Standard message rates apply

2010-04-30T19:23:00.001-07:00

FWC NEWS – APRIL 30, 2010
IN THIS ISSUE:
• HANDYMAN NEED IN THE THRIFT SHOP• NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER – MAY 6• YOUTH SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISER• SENIOR ADULT DAY TRIP• ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING• VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – BALLOT COUNTERS• UPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTS• YOUTH CAMP REGISTRATION DEADLINE – MAY 3• WESLEYAN NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-A• OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENT• BAND OF BROTHERS FELLOWSHIP MEETING• REFUGEE WELCOME NETWORK TRANSPORT NEED• SIGN-UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES
*Scroll down for details!
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WE NEED A HANDYMAN IN THE THRIFT SHOP!Do you have the skills of Emmett Clark? Or how about Handy Manny?
We need your help! The Thrift Shop is again in desperate need of someone who is ‘Mr. Fix-it’ or ‘Ms. Fix-it!’ Our volunteer who puts time into making sure the donations at the Thrift Shop work, is out of commission for a little while, and we need YOU to help pick up the slack!
So, if you are handy in any way, please give Judy a call at the Thrift Shop. We need YOU! 886-8716
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NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER – THIS THURSDAY, MAY 6Thursday, May 6th marks the National Day of Prayer for 2010 and the annual call for Christian believers to proclaim our reliance on Almighty God to guide, protect and prosper our nation.
PRAYER. . . FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS is the theme for 2010, which is based on Nahum 1:7, "The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him." There will be a gathering at the transportation canopy in front of the IHFC building from 12 noon to 1 PM this Thursday.
For more information, contact Jon Koch, Chairman of the High Point /National Day of Prayer at 336- 474-0623 or JonKoch@triad.rr.com
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YOUTH SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISERTickets will be on-sale THIS SUNDAY for the upcoming Baked Spaghetti Fundraiser for the FWC Youth Ministry! On May 23, right after church, you can pick up a delicious meal of baked spaghetti, salad, bread and sweet tea for only $7! You will want to buy your tickets in advance so they don’t run out!
This is designed to be a ‘take-out’ meal, so buy your tickets today and be ready to take home a great meal on Sunday, May 23! You’ll be helping our youth raise funds for Youth Camp!
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SENIOR ADULT DAY TRIP – May 18thTravel in the comfort of the Silver Treads Bus! Take a trip with us to the Churches of the Fresco, Shatley Springs & Ashe County Cheese. We will eat lunch at Shatley Springs Restaurant and Inn. Enjoy country style cooking, famous spring water and the beautiful mountain scenery. The cost for the trip will be $25. Price includes lunch. Call Donna at 888-4523. Reservations are due by May 10th.
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FWC ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETINGMay 16 at 6:00pm
What is our annual business meeting?
It’s a Concert of PrayerIt’s a Celebration of WorshipIt’s a Conference to select our leadersIt’s a Connection for the fellowship
This won’t be the typical boring, stuffy church business meeting. We are going to join together to celebrate what God is doing among us by singing, worshipping and praising God. We are going to join together in a concert of prayer to seek God’s direction and blessing for our church. We’ll hear exciting testimonies of God’s power in the lives of our people, and we’ll select our leaders for the coming year.
This is a time for our entire church family—members, as well as non-members. You may wonder why you should come if you aren’t a member of the church. Here’s why—you’ll get to see who our new leaders are; we value your prayers during the evening so that the voting will reflect God’s will; and you’ll get to hear from the different pastors and ministry leaders what is happening in the life of the church. In addition we are going to give a preview of our exciting fall kick off, coming in September.
Registration for members at the door. Worship begins at 6.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO COUNT BALLOTS – MAY 16Volunteers are needed on May 16 @ 6:00pm to help count ballots at our Annual Business Meeting and Local Church Conference. Please contact Jennifer Stoutenburg at jstoutenburg@firstwesleyan.org or call 888-4501.
We can use anyone from Middle School age students on up through our adult members! You can be a member (you’ll still be allowed to vote) or a non-member! WE NEED YOU!
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UPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTSThere are so many exciting events happening within the NCE Wesleyan District that we want you to be aware of: TOMORROW!! - May 1 - Ride to Victory to raise money for Youth Camp - May8 - Kids Fun Day at Victory Mountain Camp (Free event for families!)
Please visit www.ncewesleyan.com for more information on these and other upcoming events!
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YOUTH CAMP EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINEMiddle School and High School Youth Camps are coming up in June! The deadline for the deposit, to secure your spot, is May 3!
Visit http://www.nceyouth.com for more information or to download an application. Contact Pastor Brian with any questions!
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WESLEYAN NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-AWesleyan Night at Chick Fil-A will take place NEXT THURSDAY, May 6 from 3-8pm at the Chick Fil-A on North Main Street. Mark your calendars!
This is an easy way to support Wesleyan Christian Academy and have a great meal, too! We hope to see you there!
THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE, THIS SCHOOL YEAR, TO SUPPORT WESLEYAN AT CHICK FIL-A!
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OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTSave the Date! Saturday, May 8th (1:00 pm until last hole played), for the Captain's Choice Outreach Golf Tournament
There will be Prizes…Good Food…and Great Friends having a Great Time! In 2010 EVERYONE can Share the Blessings of Giving. We are trying to raise $4,000 to Raise the Roof on a church in Zambia! Contact Ron Nelson for details @ 336-434-6236 or 336-688-3443 or nelsonrnbg@northstate.net
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BAND OF BROTHERS FELLOWSHIP MEETINGOn Tuesday, May 11, 2010 @ 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (they meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month), The Band of Brothers will meet in The Highway (the youth room). The speaker will be Terry Giles with "The Way of the Master" - Part III. Use the Towne Center Entrance that faces Westchester and follow the “Band of Brothers” signs.
Our Daily Bread Cafe in the Towne Center will provide a catered meal for just $7.00!
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REFUGEE WELCOME NETWORK TRANSPORT NEEDThe Lao Ministries and Refugee Welcome Network (RWN) are seeking a mini-van to transport several fathers from Lumberton to High Point each week. If you have one you wish to donate or sell please contact John McMurphy (431-4298) or Pastor Inthava (884-1111).
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KEEPING UP WITH FWC
OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: We understand that people like to communicate in a variety of different ways. Therefore, we’re offering TXT message updates from FWC! These updates will be sent to remind you about important events and service times here at FWC. And it will be delivered straight to your cell phone! To sign up for TXT message updates (if you haven’t already), just click here and fill in your information! **NOTE: It’s important that your carrier info is correct, or the messages won’t send properly.** Standard message rates apply.

2010-04-22T09:00:00.001-07:00

FWC NEWS – APRIL 22, 2010
IN THIS ISSUE:
YOUTH SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISERSENIOR ADULT DAY TRIPUPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTSBAND OF BROTHERS EVENT – THIS SATURDAYYOUTH CAMP REGISTRATION DEADLINE – MAY 3OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTRECEPTION FOR SETH BARWICKJIMMY MERIS PRAYERS & SUPPORTREFUGEE WELCOME NETWORK TRANSPORT NEEDSIGN-UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES
*Scroll down for details!
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YOUTH SPAGHETTI FUNDRAISERTickets will be on-sale THIS SUNDAY for the upcoming Baked Spaghetti Fundraiser for the FWC Youth Ministry! On May 23, right after church, you can pick up a delicious meal of baked spaghetti, salad, bread and sweet tea for only $7! You will want to buy your tickets in advance so they don’t run out!
This is designed to be a ‘take-out’ meal, so buy your tickets today and be ready to take home a great meal on Sunday, May 23! You’ll be helping our youth raise funds for Youth Camp!
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SENIOR ADULT DAY TRIP – May 18thTravel in the comfort of the Silver Treads Bus! Take a trip with us to the Churches of the Fresco, Shatley Springs & Ashe County Cheese. We will eat lunch at Shatley Springs Restaurant and Inn. Enjoy country style cooking, famous spring water and the beautiful mountain scenery. The cost for the trip will be $25. Price includes lunch. Call Donna at 888-4523. Reservations are due by May 10th.
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BAND OF BROTHERS EVENT – LADIES INVITED!There will be no April breakfast with the Band of Brothers. Instead, they are meeting on April 24 at 4pm for a hot dog supper at the home of Keith Stradley and then will be leaving from his house and going to Trinity High School for a concert with "The Morning" and guest speaker and author of the book "Hero," Derwin Gray.
The ladies are invited to this event! Visit http://www.bandofbrothersministry.com for more information!
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UPCOMING DISTRICT EVENTSThere are so many exciting events happening within the NE Wesleyan District that we want you to be aware of: - April 26 – District Golf Tournament - May 1 - Ride to Victory to raise money for Youth Camp - May8 - Kids Fun Day at Victory Mountain Camp (Free event for families!)
Please visit www.ncewesleyan.com for more information on these and other upcoming events!
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YOUTH CAMP EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINEMiddle School and High School Youth Camps are coming up in June! The deadline for the deposit, to secure your spot, is May 3!
Visit http://www.nceyouth.com for more information or to download an application. Contact Pastor Brian with any questions!
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OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTSave the Date! Saturday, May 8th (1:00 Pm until last hole played), for the Captain's Choice Outreach Golf Tournament
There will be Prizes…Good Food…and Great Friends having a Great Time! In 2010 EVERYONE can Share the Blessings of Giving. We are trying to raise $4,000 to Raise the Roof on a church in Zambia! Contact Ron Nelson for details @ 336-464-6236 or 336-688-3443 or nelsonrnbg@northstate.net
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RECEPTION FOR SETH BARWICKThe Barwick family would like for you to join us on Saturday, May15th from 1-3 p.m. in the Main foyer, of FWC for a graduation reception for Seth Barwick. After Seth's accident he returned to finish his 3 remaining semesters of college at High Point University. He has earned his Bachelor in Business Administration. Please join us for the celebration!
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PRAYERS & SUPPORT FOR JIMMY MERISJimmy Meris, a regular attender here at FWC is currently battling leukemia. Jimmy & his wife, Wendy, are especially appreciative of the prayers and support of their friends and family!
‘Pray for Jimmy’ bracelets are available at Bethany Medical Center 507 Lindsay Street 2nd Floor in High Point for $5. Please see Amanda Taylor or Erika Ratliff on the second floor. Amanda said that she still has approximately 100 bracelets still on hand with a pending order for more.
All monies collected for the bracelets go toward the Meris’ expenses. His medications and treatments are very costly.
Please join us in praying for Jimmy and Wendy! If you would like to purchase a bracelet, Don Bulla will have some with him at church on Sunday!
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REFUGEE WELCOME NETWORK TRANSPORT NEEDThe Lao Ministries and Refugee Welcome Network (RWN) are seeking a mini-van to transport several fathers from Lumberton to High Point each week. If you have one you wish to donate or sell please contact John McMurphy (431-4298) or Pastor Inthava (884-1111).
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KEEPING UP WITH FWC
OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: We understand that people like to communicate in a variety of different ways. Therefore, we’re offering TXT message updates from FWC! These updates will be sent to remind you about important events and service times here at FWC. And it will be delivered straight to your cell phone! To sign up for TXT message updates (if you haven’t already), just click here and fill in your information! **NOTE: It’s important that your carrier info is correct, or the messages won’t send properly.** Standard message rates apply.

2010-04-08T09:14:00.000-07:00

FWC NEWS – APRIL 8, 2010There is a LOT of information in this issue! Please take a few moments to read through, so you know what’s going on at FWC!IN THIS ISSUE:TORNADO CLEAN-UP T-SHIRTSFIRST FRIDAY IS TOMORROW!SPRING BIBLE STUDY SIGN-UPVOLUNTEERS NEEDED IN THE NURSERY & THRIFT SHOPSENIOR ADULT NEWSBAND OF BROTHERS EVENT – APRIL 24CAMP REGISTRATION DEADLINE COMING SOONOUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTJIMMY MERIS PRAYERS & SUPPORTNC EAST DISTRICT NEWSSIGN-UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES*Scroll down for details!--------------------------RED ‘LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR’ SHIRTSDue to the awesome number of volunteers we had come out to participate in our tornado relief efforts, we ran out of red shirts to give out! However, we want to make sure that if you came out and worked with FWC, you still get a shirt. We’re going to be placing a final order early next week and if you’d like a shirt, we need your name, and your shirt size. Please just respond to this email with that information and we’ll make sure that one is ordered for you. This is just a small way that we can say thanks to those of you that helped!---------------------------FIRST FRIDAY – TOMORROW!Join us for First Friday this Friday night at 7pm at WCA’s Performing Arts Center. High School Seniors and older are welcome! First Friday is NOT just for Young Adults and college students! Matt LeRoy, church planter from Chapel Hill, will be with us to share an awesome message about servanthood. Please plan to come out and be a part of this event! You won’t want to miss it! If you have questions about First Friday, email Pastor Brian at bcharles@firstwesleyan.org!---------------------------SPRING BIBLE STUDY SIGN-UPAs the school year winds down and summer is coming around the corner, we are offering two new studies for the next Bible Study Session:First Timothy: Knowing the Truth of the Gospel with Pastor Roland CavanaughDuring the latter phase of Paul’s ministry, a serious disruption plagued the church: false teachers. Paul had warned that this would happen in Acts 20:29-31. Timothy was chosen by Paul to help restore right doctrine so that the church could truly be what God intended. This corrective epistle also applies to us today as the church’s foundational doctrines continue to be attacked. Join us for this verse-by-verse study. 8 weeks – Beginnings Wed, April 21 (6:30-8pm)A TASTE OF DISCIPLESHIP with Pastor Cher LimpachUnleash God's Spirit to reveal new truth as we study God's Word together! Experience a specific section of the Bible each week, and come together for lively discussion. Here’s your chance to try out a Discipleship Group with no strings attached. At the end of this four week session, you will have an opportunity to join one of our Discipleship Groups with some of your fellow classmates.4 weeks – Beginnings Wed, April 21 (6:30-8pm)DISCIPLESHIP JOURNEY FOR KIDS!Children ages K-5th Grade are invited to join the Journey! Come follow the Map, where the children learn to M… ove through the Word, A… bsorb the Word and P…ractice the Word!Study continues… Wed, April 21 (6:30-8pm)Sign-up on Sunday by filling out the form in your bulletin and dropping it in the offering plate, visit www.firstwesleyan.org to sign-up on-line, or simply reply to this email to sign-up!------------------------------CRITICAL NEED FOR VOLUNTEERS IN THE NURSERY & THRIFT SHOPNURSERYVolunteers are needed in the Nursery on Sunday mornings! If you are able to help just one Sunday a month, please contact our nursery director, Shana Dulin at sdulin@firstwesleyan.org or call the church office. The littlest members of our church family need you!THRIFT SHOPBecause some of our loyal volunteers were directly affected by the recent tornados, The Thrift Shop is in desperate need of additional volunteers. Please call Judy at the Thrift Shop if you are available! 886-8716The Thrift Shop is also in need of donations. So, if you are doing some Spring Cleaning, feel free to bring your donations by!--------------------------------------SENIOR ADULT NEWSSENIOR ADULT LUNCHEONThe next Senior Adult luncheon is coming up on April 14th at 12 noon at the Farlow-Kennedy Center. The Happy Tones 25 voice choir will bring us a celebration in music. Lunch will be provided by Chick-fil-A. The cost of the luncheon will be $5 per person. Please RSVP to Donna Guhr at 888-4523.BEST YEARS FELLOWSHIPJoin us for the Best Years Fellowship Day at Ramseur Wesleyan Church on Saturday, May 22 at 9:30 am. Our theme this year is “HOPE for the World, Ministering to Others” with Dr. Jo Anne Lyon, the Wesleyan Church General Superintendent and Founder of World Hope International. The cost is $8 per person. Please call Donna to register at 888-4523 no later than April 21st.SENIOR ADULT DAY TRIP – May 18thTravel in the comfort of the Silver Treads Bus! Take a trip with us to the Churches of the Fresco, Shatley Springs & Ashe County Cheese. We will eat lunch at Shatley Springs Restaurant and Inn. Enjoy country style cooking, famous spring water and the beautiful mountain scenery. The cost for the trip will be $25. Price includes lunch. Call Donna at 888-4523. Reservations are due by May 10th.------------------------------------BAND OF BROTHERS EVENT – LADIES INVITED!There will be no April breakfast with the Band of Brothers. Instead, they are meeting on April 24 at 4pm for a hot dog supper at the home of Keith Stradley and then will be leaving from his house and going to Trinity High School for a concert with "The Morning" and guest speaker and author of the book "Hero," Derwin Gray.The ladies are invited to this event! Visit http://www.bandofbrothersministry.com for more information!------------------------------------YOUTH CAMP EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINEMiddle School and High School Youth Camps are coming up in June! The deadline for the deposit, to secure your spot, is May 3!Visit http://www.nceyouth.com for more information or to download an application. Contact Pastor Brian with any questions!---------------------------------------OUTREACH CLASS GOLF TOURNAMENTSave the Date! Saturday, May 8th (1:00 Pm until last hole played), for the Captain's Choice Outreach Golf TournamentThere will be Prizes…Good Food…and Great Friends having a Great Time! In 2010 EVERYONE can Share the Blessings of Giving. We are trying to raise $4,000 to Raise the Roof on a church in Zambia! Contact Ron Nelson for details @ 336-464-6236 or 336-688-3443 or nelsonrnbg@northstate.net---------------------------------------PRAYERS & SUPPORT FOR JIMMY MERISJimmy Meris, a regular attender here at FWC is currently battling leukemia. Jimmy & his wife, Wendy, are especially appreciative of the prayers and support of their friends and family!‘Pray for Jimmy’ bracelets are available at Bethany Medical Center 507 Lindsay Street 2nd Floor in High Point for $5. Please see Amanda Taylor or Erika Ratliff on the second floor. Amanda said that she still has approximately 100 bracelets still on hand with a pending order for more.All monies collected for the bracelets go toward the Meris’ expenses. His medications and treatments are very costly. Please join us in praying for Jimmy and Wendy! If you would like to purchase a bracelet, Don Bulla will have some with him at church on Sunday!---------------------------------------NC EAST DISTRICT NEWSRIDE TO VICTORY!On Saturday, May 1 from noon-3pm, join the NC East District Wesleyan Bike Ride (motorcycles & show cars)! The ride will provide scholarship money for boys & girls to go to district children’s and youth camps. Register by April 25 with pastordarrell@ncewesleyan.com or call 886-7729. Bikes are $20 ($30 for double riders) and Show Cars are $30.The ride will begin at the NC East District Office (right in front of FWC) and end at Victory Mountain Camp. A cookout lunch will be served ($5 per plate) at the camp after the ride ends, followed by a Victory Celebration!KIDS – MAY FUN DAYOn Saturday, May 8 from 10am – 2pm, The NC East District will have ‘May Fun Day’ at Victory Mountain Camp. The event is FREE! Bring your own lunch and drink, and Ice Cream will be provided! Enjoy time canoeing, playing on inflatables, paddle boats, fishing, petting barn animals, taking tours of the camp, and more!Register by email to sherry@mtzionwesleyan.org or call, 336-472-4239.-----------------------------------------KEEPING UP WITH FWCOUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news! CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspxSIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: We understand that people like to communicate in a variety of different ways. Therefore, we’re offering TXT message updates from FWC! These updates will be sent to remind you about important events and service times here at FWC. And it will be delivered straight to your cell phone! To sign up for TXT message updates (if you haven’t already), just click here and fill in your information! **NOTE: It’s important that your carrier info is correct, or the messages won’t send properly.** Standard message rates apply.

2010-03-28T15:04:00.001-07:00

FWC NEWS – MARCH 25, 2010
IN THIS ISSUE:HOLY WEEKREVELATION STUDY CONTINUESTHANKS TO THE LIVE IT OUT VOLUNTEERS!WCA NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-A IS NEXT THURSDAYSENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON COMING UPBAND OF BROTHER’S BREAKFAST
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HOLY WEEK BEGINS THIS SUNDAYMark your calendars for the observance of Holy Week, beginning THIS Sunday, March 28th with Palm Sunday. Following that, we will be having a service on Good Friday, April 2nd at 6:30pm. Easter Sunday is April 4th, so be sure to come to our Easter Service Sunday morning, and Sunday evening there will be a Worship Arts Easter Concert at 6pm. There will be music by the choir, band and special selections.
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REVELATION STUDY CONTINUES!This Sunday evening, March 28th, Pastor Rick’s Revelation Study will continue at 4pm in Room 108. Please park in the back of the church and enter through the Rear Foyer.
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THANKS TO THE MANY VOLUNTEERS WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE LIVE IT OUT EVENT. We had over 90 volunteers. Thank you for giving up your Saturday to serve your community.----------------------------------
WESLEYAN NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-A RETURNS NEXT THURSDAYWesleyan Night at Chick Fil-A will take place NEXT THURSDAY, April 1 from 3-8pm at the Chick Fil-A on North Main Street. Mark your calendars!This is an easy way to support Wesleyan Christian Academy and have a great meal, too! We hope to see you there!----------------------------------
SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEONThe next Senior Adult luncheon is coming up on April 14th at 12 noon at the Farlow-Kennedy Center. The Happy Tones 25 voice choir will bring us a celebration in music.
Lunch will be provided by Chick-fil-A. The cost of the luncheon will be $5 per person. Please RSVP to Donna Guhr at 888-4523.----------------------------------
BAND OF BROTHERS MONTHLY BREAKFASTThe next Band of Brother’s breakfast is coming up THIS Saturday, March 27 from 8 to 9:30am. (This takes place on the fourth Saturday of every month!) They will be meeting at Greenwood Hills Wesleyan Church (2937 N. Main St., High Point). This month’s speaker is Jeff Foster of Feed the Need from Trinity, NC.There is no cost, but donations will be accepted. The menu this month includes sausage, eggs, biscuits, and hash browns!
Keep an ear out for more information or visit www.bandofbrothersministry.com!
-----------------------------------KEEPING UP WITH FWC
OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: If you would like to receive important announcements and reminders about First Wesleyan Church events, you can now sign-up to get a text messages! Visit the FWC website, or click this really long link to subscribe (if clicking doesn’t work, copy and paste the entire address into your browser)!https://secure.symt.us/subscribe/?key=39f4226da03338826ed16c0d8c7a8e74:86f21daaeb50a5e1c5e6f7353945bb91:d448da3672ffd8eb081f4687a20ebe21Be sure to fill out the information completely, including First name, Last name, cell phone number and your cellular carrier. If we don’t have all of that information, it won’t work on our end.Remember, standard messaging fees apply!

2010-03-18T18:16:00.001-07:00

FWC News – MARCH 18, 2010
IN THIS ISSUE:MANDISA CONCERT THIS WEEKENDLOST AND FOUND – FINAL week in the Main FoyerHOLY WEEKORDER YOUR EASTER LILYWESLEYAN MEN’S MEETINGBAND OF BROTHER’S BREAKFAST
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MANDISA CONCERT THIS SATURDAYDon’t forget the Mandisa Concert, which is the first of our Compassion Perfoming Arts Concert Series is THIS Saturday, March 20 at 7pm here at FWC!
Tickets are still available and will be sold the night of the show at the Box Office, located just to the right of the big glass doors into the Main Foyer, just outside the church entrance. The box office will open at 5:30pm.
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LOST SOMETHING AT CHURCH?Have you lost something at the church over the past few weeks or months? We are getting ready to clean out our Lost and Found, and now is the time to for you to check it out!
We will have a table (or two) in the Main Foyer after church for the next two Sundays of the items we have in the church Lost and Found. Any items that are not claimed by March 21st will be donated to the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop.
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HOLY WEEK BEGINS NEXT SUNDAYMark your calendars for the observance of Holy Week, beginning next Sunday, March 28th with Palm Sunday. Following that, we will be having a service on Good Friday, April 2nd at 6:30pm. Easter Sunday is April 4th, so be sure to come to our Easter Service Sunday morning, and Sunday evening there will be a Worship Arts Easter Concert at 6pm. There will be music by the choir, band and special selections.
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DEADLINE TO ORDER EASTER LILIESWednesday, March 24th is the deadline to have an Easter Lily placed in honor or in memory of someone. These beautiful flowers will help to decorate our auditorium for Easter Sunday! You can find an order envelope at the Welcome Center on Sunday morning, and you can simply place it in the offering plate.
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WESLEYAN MEN’S MEETINGThis Monday, March 22nd at 7pm at Providence Wesleyan Church, Fairfield Rd. High Point.There will be a program and some good Country Cookin’! Cost for the meal is only $7.All Men are invited!
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BAND OF BROTHERS MONTHLY BREAKFASTThe next Band of Brother’s breakfast is coming up NEXT Saturday, March 27 from 8 to 9:30am. (This takes place on the fourth Saturday of every month!) They will be meeting at Greenwood Hills Wesleyan Church (2937 N. Main St., High Point). This month’s speaker is Jeff Foster of Feed the Need from Trinity, NC.There is no cost, but donations will be accepted. The menu this month includes sausage, eggs, biscuits, and hash browns!
Keep an ear out for more information or visit www.bandofbrothersministry.com!
-----------------------------------KEEPING UP WITH FWC
OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: If you would like to receive important announcements and reminders about First Wesleyan Church events, you can now sign-up to get a text messages! Visit the FWC website, or click this really long link to subscribe (if clicking doesn’t work, copy and paste the entire address into your browser)!https://secure.symt.us/subscribe/?key=39f4226da03338826ed16c0d8c7a8e74:86f21daaeb50a5e1c5e6f7353945bb91:d448da3672ffd8eb081f4687a20ebe21Be sure to fill out the information completely, including First name, Last name, cell phone number and your cellular carrier. If we don’t have all of that information, it won’t work on our end.Remember, standard messaging fees apply!

FWC News – MARCH 11, 2010

2010-03-16T17:31:00.001-07:00

IN THIS ISSUE:DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME – THIS WEEKEND!LAST CHANCE FOR CPAS Season Passes! - Mandisa is NEXT WEEKEND!CPAS VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDQ&A with Pastor Rick – THIS SUNDAY LOST AND FOUND – This week in the foyerBand of Brothers Monthly Breakfast!
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DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS THIS SUNDAY!Don’t forget to SPRING FORWARD this Saturday night before you go to bed! Sadly, we lose an hour of sleep, so if you forget, you’ll be coming an hour late!
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LAST CHANCE! CPAS SEASON PASSES!This Sunday is your last chance to purchase Season Tickets after the morning worship service! After Sunday, we will only sell the Season Passes at the church office until the Mandisa Concert, which is NEXT SATURDAY, MARCH 20 at 7pm! (You don’t want to miss our own Candice Jackson singing a couple of songs as the opening artist for the concert… individual tickets are also available for this and the other concerts for the season.)
Don’t miss out on SEASON PASSES! This is a great ministry opportunity, and you get four great events, too:
MANDISA – Saturday, March 20 – 7pm An Evening with MARK LOWRY – Friday, June 25 – 7pm BROCK GILL, Christian Illusionist – Friday, August 27 – 7pm NEWSONG – Tuesday, November 30 – 7pm
If you have already ordered tickets, and have not picked them up yet, you can pick them up in the foyer this Sunday, too! You can also stop by the church office during regular business hours to place your order or pick up your tickets. Office Hours for tickets are Monday – Thursday, 9am – 5pm or Friday 9am – 1pm.
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CPAS VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDWe are still in need of volunteers for the upcoming concert with Mandisa, next Saturday, March 20th here at the church. We are in need of Greeters, Merchandise sellers, Ticket Takers and Ushers.
Mike and Pam Foster will be in the church foyer after the worship service this Sunday to answer any questions and sign you up if you are interested, or you can give them a call or email at 887-0074 or email Pam at pfostercar@aol.com or pfoster@wesed.org
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Q&A SESSION WITH PASTOR RICK – THIS SUNDAYThe Question and Answer session with Pastor Rick concerning Membership and Discipleship is taking place THIS SUNDAY at 6pm in Room 108. When you arrive, please park in the back of the church and enter through the Rear Foyer.
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LOST SOMETHING AT CHURCH?Have you lost something at the church over the past few weeks or months? We are getting ready to clean out our Lost and Found, and now is the time to for you to check it out!
We will have a table (or two) in the Main Foyer after church for the next two Sundays of the items we have in the church Lost and Found. Any items that are not claimed by March 21st will be donated to the Oak Hollow Thrift Shop.
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BAND OF BROTHERS MONTHLY BREAKFASTThe next Band of Brother’s breakfast is coming up on Saturday, March 27 from 8 to 9:30am. (This takes place on the fourth Saturday of every month!) They will be meeting at Greenwood Hills Wesleyan Church (2937 N. Main St., High Point).There is no cost, but donations will be accepted. The menu this month includes sausage, eggs, biscuits, and hash browns!
Keep an ear out for more information or visit www.bandofbrothersministry.com!

FWC YOUTH - Parents Update March '10

2010-03-03T18:09:00.000-08:00

Parents, It’s great to finally see some sunshine today isn’t it?! I can’t wait for Spring! WOULD YOU JOIN US IN PRAYER?FWC faces a very important decision in the immediate future – the hiring of a new Worship Pastor. This position is crucial for many reasons, and will not be one that will be made lightly. I’d like to ask you to continue to pray for wisdom, guidance, and discernment as Pastor Rick works through potential candidates to fill this position! EVENTSRemember, events are a great way for your student to connect to other students, and to our awesome Youth Staff! We have a few events coming up over the next few weeks that you should be aware of, and will hopefully encourage your teenager to be a part of! See the list below, with detailed information about each one. MARCH 5th – FIRST FRIDAY (Seniors Only)If you have a senior in high school or up, please encourage them to join us at the WCA Fine Arts Building this Friday night at 7pm! The service will include worship from the Jeff Johnson Band from TX.Cost: Bring a can of food with you when you come to be donated to a local food bank.Time: 7pm-8pmFor more information about First Friday, check out www.firstfridayHP.com! MARCH 6th – LIVE IT OUT WORK PROJECTWe’re meeting at the Pregnancy Care Center in High Point to help with clearing an area in their garden for Spring planting. If you have rakes, clippers, or a pitchfork that you can bring, it would be VERY helpful! Also, students need to bring gloves to wear to work in!Cost: Bring $3 for pizza for lunchTime: 9:30am-2pm MARCH 19th – DISCTRICT YOUTH LOCKINWe’re headed to Gold Hill, NC for an overnight adventure that students won’t soon forget. There will be games, snacks, and PLENTY to keep them rev’d up all night long!Cost: $20 Time: TBA MARCH 20th – CPAS: MANDISA LIVE AT FWC!Our Youth will be serving and helping with clean up during the dinner portion of our very first CPAS event for the year. If you have a student that’s planning to sign up to help, contact Daryn Harrell at darynharrell@hotmail.com to let her know. Please remember, this is NOT a fundraiser. This is an opportunity for our students to serve!What to Wear: Students planning to serve should wear black pants and a white shirt.Time: 4:30pm-8pm DATES TO KEEP IN MIND AS YOU LOOK AHEAD…March 16 – Quarterly Parents Meeting*One of the things we’ll be discussing at this meeting will be “sexting,” a destructive force becoming wildly popular among teenagers with text messaging capabilities. We will discuss how you as a parent can guard against this and how you might go about talking to your student about this. *NEW* April 22-25 – Junior/Senior Beach Trip – Emerald Isle, NC*NEW* May 12 – Senior Night at Wednesday Youth (Parents Invited)June 13-18 – Middle School Youth CampJune 20-25 – High School Youth Camp*Pricing and lineups for Camp to be announced. WE NEED YOUI had a conversation with a student not too long ago. While talking, this student mentioned that one of his good friends told him that people worship lots of different “forms” of God. For some people, they’re god is Allah. For some, it’s Buddha. But no matter who it was, it’s really all the same person and we all worship the same god. These are the battles our teenagers are facing. There is a direct attack upon the very foundation of our faith – the Truth of God’s Word. Please encourage your student to dive into the Word with us. It’s the basis for everything we do. And please pray that God will continue to draw students to His Word, because we know that lives will be changed through it! For those of you that would like to follow along, and discuss these passages with your students (I highly encourage it!), I’ve attached a PDF of the reading schedule from now through May. For those of you with non-Chronological Bibles, the Scripture references are listed as well. TXT UPDATESYeah, we try to be hip…and we recognize that people communicate on many different levels in our fast-paced society. Would you like to receive text message updates and reminders about what’s happening? Click here to sign up! Remember, we’re here for you. Please continue to let us know how we can pray for you, and feel free to give me a call or shoot me an email anytime. I am always available to come alongside you for support in this awesome teenage world we live in! Blessings, BrianBrian CharlesYouth Pastor, First Wesleyan Church1701 Westchester DriveHigh Point, NC 27262e: bcharles@firstwesleyan.orgo: (336) 884-1111 (336) 884-1111 (336) 884-1111 (336) 884-1111 f: (336) 884-1101www.readitknowitdoit.com

FWC News – MARCH 3, 2010IN

2010-03-03T18:05:00.000-08:00

THIS ISSUE:
WCA CHICK FIL-A NIGHT IS HERE!
PASTORAL VOTE – MARCH 7
APPRECIATION CELEBRATION FOR MONTE SILER
LIVE IT OUT GATHERING TONIGHT!Q&A – March 14 – RSVPs needed
CPAS Season Passes Still Available – Mandisa Coming SOON!
Band of Brothers Monthly Meeting!*Scroll down for details!------------------------------
WESLEYAN NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-AWesleyan Night at Chick Fil-A will take place TOMORROW, THURSDAY, March 4 from 3-8pm at the Chick Fil-A on North Main Street. Mark your calendars!
All you have to do is tell the cashier you are there to support Wesleyan Christian Academy!
This is an easy way to support Wesleyan Christian Academy and have a great meal, too! We hope to see you there!
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PASTORAL VOTE – MARCH 7Pastoral Vote – Sunday, March 7th following Worship. Pastor Rick is currently in his second year of an initial two year call here at FWC. It is now time for the renewal of his call. We encourage all members to remain briefly after the service on March 7th for the vote. Additional information will be provided by the LBA. Absentee ballots are available, contact Jennifer Stoutenburg at 888-4501 or jstoutenburg@firstwesleyan.org.
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APPRECIATION CELEBRATION FOR MONTE SILERWesleyan Education Center invites YOU to an Appreciation Celebration for Monte Siler. Join us THIS Sunday, March 7th from 3:00-5:00pm at the Farlow-Kennedy Center on the Centennial Campus.
You are invited to bring cards and notes to help fill a basket with words of appreciation to Monte for his faithful service to The Wesleyan Campus.
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LIVE IT OUT GATHERING TONIGHT (WED)!Don’t forget the LIVE IT OUT Gathering, commissioning & prayer time at 7:15pm tonight, Wednesday, March 3rd in the auditorium.
Thank you for the many volunteers who have signed up for the Live It Out work day this weekend. May God Bless You.
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Q&A SESSION – RSVP’S NEEEDEDIf you are planning on attending the Question and Answer session Pastor Rick is having concerning Membership and Discipleship on March 14 at 6pm, please RSVP as soon as possible to Jennifer Stoutenburg in the Church Office, 888-4501 or jstoutenburg@firstwesleyan.org.
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CPAS SEASON PASSES STILL AVAILABLE!Season Tickets for the Compassion Performing Arts Series are still available to purchase! Because of the Pastoral Vote we will be taking a break from selling again this Sunday, but we’ll be back in the foyer for the last time before the Mandisa Concert, NEXT SUNDAY, March 14th.
Also, Individual tickets are now available for all of the upcoming concerts, including Mandisa, which is coming soon on Saturday, March 20 at 7pm!
You can also stop by the church office during regular business hours to place your order or pick up your tickets. Office Hours for tickets are Monday – Thursday, 9am – 5pm or Friday 9am – 1pm.
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BAND OF BROTHERS MONTHLY MEETINGThe next meeting is coming up on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 from 6:30-8pm. They meet the second Tuesday of each month in The Highway (in the Towne Centre).
Terry Giles will be leading "The Way of the Master" - Part I.
Our Daily Bread Café in the Towne Center will provide a catered meal for The Band of Brothers for just $7.00!-----------------------------------
KEEPING UP WITH FWCOUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: If you would like to receive important announcements and reminders about First Wesleyan Church events, you can now sign-up to get a text messages! Visit the FWC website, or click this really long link to subscribe (if clicking doesn’t work, copy and paste the entire address into your browser)!
https://secure.symt.us/subscribe/?key=39f4226da03338826ed16c0d8c7a8e74:86f21daaeb50a5e1c5e6f7353945bb91:d448da3672ffd8eb081f4687a20ebe21
Be sure to fill out the information completely, including First name, Last name, cell phone number and your cellular carrier. If we don’t have all of that information, it won’t work on our end.
Remember, standard messaging fees apply!

FWC News - February 19, 2010

2010-02-19T16:50:00.001-08:00

FWC News – February 19, 2010
IN THIS ISSUE:
PASTORAL VOTE – MARCH 7
MISSIONS NEWS: Live It Out, Jim Lo Sunday School, Missions Prayer Newsletter
Q&A – March 14 – RSVPs needed
REVELATION SERIES CONTINUES
LIBRARY VIDEO SALE
CPAS Season Passes Still Available
Band of Brothers Prayer Breakfast & HIKING!
Kavanaugh Baby Shower
Aid for Haiti
Church Calendar, Text Messages & Blog links
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PASTORAL VOTE – MARCH 7
Pastoral Vote – Sunday, March 7th following Worship. Pastor Rick is currently in his second year of an initial two year call here at FWC. It is now time for the renewal of his call. We encourage all members to remain briefly after the service on March 7th for the vote. Additional information will be provided by the LBA. Absentee ballots are available, contact Jennifer Stoutenburg at 888-4501 or jstoutenburg@firstwesleyan.org.

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MISSIONS NEWS

ONLY TWO MORE WEEKS TO SIGN UP FOR THE LIVE IT OUT EVENT!
On March 6th work teams will be serving Christian agencies all over High Point. Fill out the Work Team Application in your bulletin & come by the Mission’s Table in the Main Foyer to sign up. We need all kinds of skills, gifts & talents.

to all adult Sunday school classes and discipleship groups
Please join us for a special time of enrichment on Sunday, February 28th in the Auditorium during the Sunday School hour. Dr. Jim Lo is a former Missionary to Africa and Cambodia, and a dynamic speaker.
Local Missions Prayer Calendar
The Mission’s Prayer Calendar will be available at the Missions Table this Sunday. We can use your support through prayer for the Live It Out Weekend & for upcoming Missions trips.
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Q&A SESSION – RSVP’S NEEEDED
If you are planning on attending the Question and Answer session Pastor Rick is having concerning Membership and Discipleship, please RSVP as soon as possible to Jennifer Stoutenburg in the Church Office, 888-4501 or jstoutenburg@firstwesleyan.org.
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REVELATION SERIES CONTINUES – SUNDAYS, FEB 21 & FEB 28
The Unveiling, Pastor Rick’s intensive, verse-by-verse examination of the book of Revelation will continue in a study on Sunday, Feb 21 (due to the snow in January) and next Sunday, February 28 in Room 108 from 4-5:30pm.
This will be an interactive study with the opportunity to ask questions, explore areas of interest and learn what God is doing in our world today and how it relates to the great prophetic passages of the Bible.
We hope you will join us as we continue to study Revelation 6, which chronicles the beginning days of the Tribulation.

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LIBRARY VIDEO SALE
All Video Cassettes in the Church Library are being sold for $1.00 each. Proceeds from the sale will be used to buy books.

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CPAS SEASON PASSES STILL ON SALE SUNDAY!
Season Tickets for the Compassion Performing Arts Series are still available to purchase! We will be taking a break from selling this Sunday, but we’ll be back in the foyer NEXT SUNDAY, February 28th. You can pick up your tickets then, too.
You can also stop by the church office during regular business hours to place your order or pick up your tickets. Office Hours for tickets are Monday – Thursday, 9am – 5pm or Friday 9am – 1pm.
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BAND OF BROTHERS BREAKFAST
Men of the church! Come to the next, Band of Brothers Breakfast, Saturday, February 27 from 8-9:30am (4th Saturday every month).
We will meet at Greenwood Hills Wesleyan Church, 2937 N. Main St., High Point. Our speaker will be Jeff Foster from Feed the Need.
There is no cost, but donations will be accepted.
Bring your hiking boots, water bottle and a snack (or picnic lunch if you can carry it) --- we're going hiking after breakfast! More details to come.

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KAVANAUGH BABY SHOWER
There will be a baby shower for Heather Kavanaugh (Pastor Rick’s sister-in-law) next Saturday, February 27 at 10am at the home of Jennifer Wooten, 1207 Westminster Drive, High Point.
They are registered at Babies R US and are expecting a little boy.

Please RSVP to Jennifer Wooten at 688-5544.

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AID FOR HAITI
On-line Donations can be made to assist with emergency relief in Haiti at http://wesleyan.org/gp/donate. Use fund number ‘WM07-0005’ with the description ‘Haiti Relief.’
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KEEPING UP WITH FWC
OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/
Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: If you would like to receive important announcements and reminders about First
Wesleyan Church events, you can now sign-up to get a text messages!
Visit the FWC website, or click this really long link to subscribe (if clicking doesn’t work, copy and paste the entire address into your browser)!
https://secure.symt.us/subscribe/?key=39f4226da03338826ed16c0d8c7a8e74:86f21daaeb50a5e1c5e6f7353945bb91:d448da3672ffd8eb081f4687a20ebe21
Be sure to fill out the information completely, including First name, Last name, cell phone number and your cellular carrier. If we don’t have all of that information, it won’t work on our end.
Remember, standard messaging fees apply!

FWC News – February 11, 2010

2010-02-11T16:13:00.000-08:00

IN THIS ISSUE:
Ash Wednesday Service – Wednesday, February 17 – 6:30pm
Stephens Family Reception
PASTORAL VOTE – MARCH 7
Live It Out Event Update
Sermon Series Scripture Reading
LIBRARY VIDEO SALE
CPAS Season Passes Still Available
Band of Brothers Prayer Breakfast & HIKING!
Burmese Men Need Ride to Church
Part Time Pastoral Position Open at FWC
Aid for Haiti
Church Calendar, Text Messages & Blog links
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ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE
We will be having an Ash Wednesday Service next Wednesday, February 17 at 6:30pm. This service will be a time to prepare for Lent by looking inward and taking stock of our spiritual life.

Everyone is encouraged to attend! Childcare will be provided.

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STEPHENS FAMILY RECEPTION
We will be having a farewell reception following the Ash Wednesday Service in the Main Foyer for the Stephens Family. Pastor Chris, Megan, & Caleb will be leaving for New York on February 28th. There will be a basket for cards.

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PASTORAL VOTE – MARCH 7
We will be having a Pastoral Vote on Sunday, March 7. Pastor Rick is currently in his second year of an initial two year call.!
All Members are encouraged to attend Sunday, March 7 for this important vote. More information will be available next week.

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the live it out event is coming
Take a short term mission trip right here at home. On March 6th, you will have the opportunity to participate in community work teams, serving Christian agencies all over High Point. All kinds of skills, gifts & talents are needed. Fill out the Work Team Application in your bulletin, then come by the Mission Table on the Main Foyer side to sign up.

to all adult Sunday school classes and discipleship groups
Please join us for a special time of enrichment on Sunday, February 28th in the Auditorium during the Sunday School hour. Dr. Jim Lo is a former Missionary to Africa and Cambodia, and a dynamic speaker.

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SERMON SERIES CONTINUES – FEBRUARY 14
This is the last week of the Sermon Series, ‘His Story Can Change Yours.’
Don’t forget about the suggested Scripture reading in preparation for the upcoming sermon this Sunday, February 14, ‘You Can Shine Like the Son.’
Luke 9:28-36; Exodus 34:29-35; Psalm 99; 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2.
See you Sunday!

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LIBRARY VIDEO SALE
All Video Cassettes in the Church Library are being sold for $1.00 each. Proceeds from the sale will be used to buy books.

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CPAS SEASON PASSES ON SALE SUNDAY!
Season Tickets for the Compassion Performing Arts Series are still available to purchase! Visit the table in the Main Foyer this Sunday to order yours!
You can also stop by the church office during regular business hours to place your order. Office Hours for tickets are Monday – Thursday, 9am – 5pm or Friday 9am – 1pm.

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BAND OF BROTHERS BREAKFAST
Men of the church! Come to the next, Band of Brothers Breakfast, Saturday, February 27 from 8-9:30am (4th Saturday every month).
We will meet at Greenwood Hills Wesleyan Church, 2937 N. Main St., High Point. Our speaker will be Jeff Foster from Feed the Need.
There is no cost, but donations will be accepted.
Bring your hiking boots, water bottle and a snack (or picnic lunch if you can carry it) --- we're going hiking after breakfast! More details to come.

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BURMESE MEN NEED RIDE TO CHURCH
If you drive by or live near Kivett & Scientific in High Point, would you be willing to give 2 of our Burmese men a ride to church for about 2 months?

If you are willing and able, please contact John McMurphy for more information. His contact info is, 431-4299 or 688-3394.

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PART-TIME PASTORAL POSITION OPEN
First Wesleyan Church is looking to hire a credentialed minister to serve as Pastor of Connections.
The position is 20 hours per week; Monday-Wednesday, and Sundays.
Interested candidates are to submit a resume to Jennifer Stoutenburg, Office Manager, 1701 Westchester Drive, High Point, NC 27262 or jstoutenburg@firstwesleyan.org.

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AID FOR HAITI
On-line Donations can be made to assist with emergency relief in Haiti at http://wesleyan.org/gp/donate. Use fund number ‘WM07-0005’ with the description ‘Haiti Relief.’

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KEEPING UP WITH FWC
OUR BLOG: http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/
Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx
SIGN UP FOR TEXT MESSAGES: If you would like to receive important announcements and reminders about First
Wesleyan Church events, you can now sign-up to get a text messages!
Visit the FWC website, or click this really long link to subscribe (if clicking doesn’t work, copy and paste the entire address into your browser)!
https://secure.symt.us/subscribe/?key=39f4226da03338826ed16c0d8c7a8e74:86f21daaeb50a5e1c5e6f7353945bb91:d448da3672ffd8eb081f4687a20ebe21
Be sure to fill out the information completely, including First name, Last name, cell phone number and your cellular carrier. If we don’t have all of that information, it won’t work on our end.
Remember, standard messaging fees apply!

Haiti Young Adult (19-40) Mission Trip for NC East District

2010-02-08T15:49:00.001-08:00

A NC East District Young Adult (age 19-40) Haiti mission trip sponsored by The Wesleyan Church Department of Spiritual Formation and Global Partners is being planned for July 17-24 of this summer. Assistant Pastor Josh Keesling, Ramseur Wesleyan, will be leading this group. Cost is projected to be $1,100.00 per person. If you have interest in being a part of this contact Pastor Josh ASAP. Contact Pastor Josh at pastorjoshk@gmail.com or 336/301-3532 (C) or 336/824-2451 (O).

FWC News - February 3, 2010 to me

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FWC News – February 3, 2010

IN THIS ISSUE:
Wesleyan Night @ Chick-Fil A – THIS THURSDAY!
Sermon Series Scripture Reminder
Sign-up for Church Text Messages
Part Time Pastoral Position Open at FWC
Live It Out Event Sign-ups THIS Sunday
Last Sunday to buy CPAS Tickets before the public
Band of Brothers Monthly Meeting Info
Family Information Sheet Link
Revelation Series Update
Aid for Haiti
Church Calendar & Blog links

*Scroll down for details!
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TOMORROW IS WESLEYAN NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-A!
Don’t forget about Wesleyan Night at Chick Fil-A, TOMORROW, Thursday, February 4 from 3 - 8pm!

Visit Chick Fil-A on North Main Street in High Point tonight to help support Wesleyan Academy.

All you have to do is mention that you're there for Wesleyan Night and a portion of your ticket will help to support the school. There's no need to turn in your receipt anymore!

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SERMON SERIES CONTINUES – FEBRUARY 7
Pastor Rick will not be skipping last week’s message that we missed due to snow, so you will not miss any of this series!

Don’t forget about the suggested Scripture reading in preparation for the upcoming sermon this Sunday, February 7, ‘The Danger of God’s Presence.’

Luke 4:21-30; Jeremiah 1:4-10; Psalm 71:1-6; 1 Corinthians 13:1-13.

See you Sunday!

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SIGN-UP FOR CHURCH TEXT MESSAGES
If you would like to receive important announcements and reminders about First Wesleyan Church events, you can now sign-up to get a text messages!

Be sure to fill out the information completely, including First name, Last name, cell phone number and your cellular carrier. If we don’t have all of that information, it won’t work on our end.

Remember, standard messaging fees apply!

Visit the FWC website, or click this really long link to subscribe (if clicking doesn’t work, copy and paste the entire address into your browser)!

https://secure.symt.us/subscribe/?key=39f4226da03338826ed16c0d8c7a8e74:86f21daaeb50a5e1c5e6f7353945bb91:d448da3672ffd8eb081f4687a20ebe21

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PART-TIME PASTORAL POSITION OPEN
First Wesleyan Church is looking to hire a credentialed minister to serve as Pastor of Connections.
The position is 20 hours per week; Monday-Wednesday, and Sundays.

Interested candidates are to submit a resume to Jennifer Stoutenburg, Office Manager, 1701 Westchester Drive, High Point, NC 27262 or jstoutenburg@firstwesleyan.org.

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MISSIONS NEWS - LIVE IT OUT EVENT!
Come to the Missions table THIS Sunday, February 7th to find your fit. We will begin signing up volunteers for the March 6th work teams.

Take a short term missions trip right here at home. All kinds of skills, gifts & talents are needed!

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CPAS SEASON PASSES ON SALE SUNDAY!
Season Tickets for the Compassion Performing Arts Series will be available for the church family again THIS Sunday, FEBRUARY 7th. This is your LAST opportunity to purchase them before the general public!

Stop by our registration table in the Main Foyer after the service on Sunday to purchase your tickets! You can download an order form at the FWC website and also check out the seating chart.

You can also stop by the church office during regular business hours to place your order. Office Hours for tickets are Monday – Thursday, 9am – 5pm or Friday 9am – 1pm.

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BAND OF BROTHERS MEETING

The next Band of Brothers meeting will take place Tuesday, February 9 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
In the Highway (the Youth Room in the Towne Centre).

Our speaker will be Alan Woodie - "Knowing Your Enemy" Part III

Please use the Town Center Entrance that faces Westchester and follow the signs.

Our Daily Bread, the new Café in the Towne Centre is providing a catered meal for The Band of Brothers, for just $7.00!

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FWC FAMILY INFORMATION SHEETS
You may have noticed the Family Information Sheet in last week’s bulletin. This information helps our office keep up-to-date information for communication purposes in the church. If you didn’t have a chance to fill out the sheet last Sunday, they will be in the bulletins for the next two weeks, or, you can simply click on this link and take a moment or two to fill it out now.

http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/Home/FamilyInformationSheet.aspx

Thanks so much for taking the time to help us communicate accurately with you!

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REVELATION SERIES CONTINUES – RESCHEDULED
The Unveiling, Pastor Rick’s intensive, verse-by-verse examination of the book of Revelation will continue in a study on the last Sunday of each month. However, because of last weekend’s weather, the last two Sundays of February, the 21st & 28th, will continue this series.

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SENIOR ADULT NEWS

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP WITH OUR SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY
We need some ladies who would like to give manicures to the residents at Wesleyan Arms on the fourth Thursday morning of each month, from 10:30-11:35am.

We also need five Care Groups and/or Discipleship Groups to volunteer to give the birthday party on the last Friday or Saturday afternoon of the month. The months needed are: June, July, August, September, and October.

If you are able to help, please contact Ronda Farlow, 869-3876.
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AID FOR HAITI
On-line Donations can be made to assist with emergency relief in Haiti at http://wesleyan.org/gp/donate. Use fund number ‘WM07-0005’ with the description ‘Haiti Relief.’

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FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!

http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/

Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx

FWC - Zone5 - February News

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Zone5 february news
Mark your calendars

OVERNIGHT @ VICTORY MOUNTAIN CAMP!

When: We will leave church on Friday, February 26th at 6pm and return on
Saturday, February 27th at 4pm.

Cost: Only $18 for lodging and food for TWO whole days!

Where: We will be staying in our new cabins at Victory Mountain Camp, boys in
Bass cabin and girls in Trout cabin.

Activities: Bonfire for hot dogs and s’mores, Capture the Flag, field games,
paddle boats, canoes, game room, and DISCIPLESHIP TRIVIA
for the entire month of FEBRUARY readings!

There will be GRAND prizes for the winners! So READ up this month!

What to bring: Sleeping bag, pillow, flashlight (more than 1 if you can),
warm clothing, outdoor shoes clothing, 24/7 Bible, and any other
basic neccessities, toothbrush, soap, etc.

** There is a GREAT possibility the kids WILL go home DIRTY! Sorry Parents!
PLEASE RSVP by February 21st so we can make final arrangements!
Please contact Sheri Jennings to RSVP or with any questions in the church office (888-4507)

FWC YOUTH - Parents Update (February '10)

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Parents,

Strap on your snow boats and break out the shovels! February is here, and the winter weather has come with it! I can’t believe all this snow that’s on the ground. Pastors Rick, Doug, and Chris are loving it, and can’t seem to understand what all the “bread and milk” fuss is about!

I hope while you’re snuggled up to the fire, you’ll take a chance to check out our once-a-month email we’ll be sending out to you as parents so you have a clue about what’s happening! We realize that some of the details don’t always make it home, so this is just another attempt to communicate with you, and to keep you informed.

SPECIAL SPEAKERS IN FEBRUARY

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3rd – AUSTIN CARTY
We’re excited to have WCA graduate Austin Carty to come speak to us this Wednesday night! Austin will be sharing about his new book, High Points and Lows, a collection of essays about his stumbling journey to adulthood and true faith. Parents are welcome to come and hear Austin.
*Barnes and Noble will be on site to sell copies of Austin’s book for anyone interested.
**Austin will also be speaking at WCA’s chapel service on Thursday morning.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10th – ZACH NESTOR
A graduate from our own group, Zach Nestor will be here for a live interview about his own faith journey over the past year and how a habit that he began at the age of 12 nearly destroyed his life. Zach will also be sharing about addiction, and how breaking habits is never easy. Zach will also discuss how overcoming it is a daily decision impacted constantly by the people you surround yourself with.

EVENTS
Remember, events are a great way for your student to connect to other students, and to our awesome Youth Staff! We have a few events coming up over the next few weeks that you should be aware of, and will hopefully encourage your teenager to be a part of! See the list below, with detailed information about each one.

FEBRUARY 5th – FIRST FRIDAY – PRAYER SERVICE FOR HAITI (Seniors Only)
If you have a senior in high school or up, please encourage them to join us at the WCA Fine Arts Building this Friday night at 7pm! The service will include worship, and a time of guided prayer for those impacted by the devastating earthquakes in Haiti.
Cost: Bring a can of food with you when you come to be donated to a local food bank.
Time: 7pm-8pm
For more information about First Friday, check out www.firstfridayHP.com!

FEBRUARY 6th – WINTERJAM TOUR SPECTACULAR
We go every year, and we always have a blast! This year’s lineup includes Third Day, Newsboys, Newsong, Tenth Avenue North, Fireflight, Speaker Tony Nolan, and MORE!
Location: Greensboro Coliseum
Cost: $10 (bring cash to pay at the door, tickets not required, sign up by 2/3 if planning to go)
Time: Meet at FWC at Noon. We will return by 11pm.
For more information on the lineup, or the tour, go to www.jamtour.com!

FEBRUARY 19th – COSMIC BOWLING
Whoever thought of bowling the dark was a genius! We always have a great turnout for this, and it’s always a good time!
Location: Tarheel Lanes on N. Main St. in High Point (behind Arby’s)
Cost: $13 (due 2/17)
Time: 10pm to 12am*
*No transportation will be provided from FWC. Meet at the bowling alley by 10pm. Pick up shortly after midnight. Dropoff and pickup will be supervised by Youth Staff.

DATES TO KEEP IN MIND AS YOU LOOK AHEAD…
March 16 – Quarterly Parents Meeting
*One of the things we’ll be discussing at this meeting will be “sexting,” a destructive force becoming wildly popular among teenagers with text messaging capabilities.
June 13-18 – Middle School Youth Camp
June 20-25 – High School Youth Camp
*Pricing and lineups to be announced.

OUR DISCIPLESHIP INITIATIVE
Please continue to encourage your teenager to be involved in our discipleship initiative. We are making every effort to reinforce the great urgency of developing a relationship with God’s Word. This goes against everything society places in front of our kids. Culture is fast – a relationship with the Word takes time. Culture is flippant and casual – time with the Word requires commitment and discipline. Please pray that God will continue to draw students to His Word, because we know that lives will be changed through it! For those of you that would like to follow along, and discuss these passages with your students (I highly encourage it!), I’ve attached a PDF of the reading schedule through February. For those of you with non-Chronological Bibles, the Scripture references are listed as well.

TXT UPDATES
Yeah, we try to be hip…and we recognize that people communicate on many different levels in our fast-paced society. Would you like to receive text message updates and reminders about what’s happening? Click here to sign up!

Remember, we’re here for you. Please continue to let us know how we can pray for you, and feel free to give me a call or shoot me an email anytime. I am always available to come alongside you for support in this awesome teenage world we live in!

Blessings,

Brian
Brian Charles
Youth Pastor, First Wesleyan Church
1701 Westchester Drive
High Point, NC 27262
e: bcharles@firstwesleyan.org
o: (336) 884-1111
f: (336) 884-1101
www.readitknowitdoit.com

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SERMON SERIES CONTINUES - JANUARY 31
Don’t forget about the suggested Scripture reading in preparation for the upcoming sermon this Sunday, January 31, ‘The Danger of God’s Presence.’
Luke 4:21-30; Jeremiah 1:4-10; Psalm 71:1-6; 1 Corinthians 13:1-13.
See you Sunday!
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AID FOR HAITI
On-line Donations can be made to assist with emergency relief in Haiti at http://wesleyan.org/gp/donate. Use fund number ‘WM07-0005’ with the description ‘Haiti Relief.’
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PART-TIME PASTORAL POSITION OPEN
First Wesleyan Church is looking to hire a credentialed minister to serve as Pastor of Connections. The position is 20 hours per week; Monday-Wednesday, and Sundays.
Interested candidates are to submit a resume to Jennifer Stoutenburg, Office Manager, 1701 Westchester Drive, High Point, NC 27262 or jstoutenburg@firstwesleyan.org.
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CPAS SEASON PASSES ON SALE SUNDAY!
Season Tickets for the Compassion Performing Arts Series will be available for the church family again THIS Sunday, January 31st. This is your opportunity to purchase them before the general public!
Season Passes are $40.00 for 4 concerts for seats in the risers, and new this year, $65.00 for 4 concerts for seats in the Artist Circle which are located on the floor, around where the tables were located last year.
Stop by our registration table in the Main Foyer after the service on Sunday to purchase your tickets! You can download an order form at the FWC website and also check out the seating chart. We will have a map with the seats that are still available on Sunday.
You can also stop by the church office during regular business hours to place your order. Monday – Thursday, 9am – 5pm or Friday 9am – 1pm.
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FWC FAMILY INFORMATION SHEETS
You may have noticed the Family Information Sheet in last week’s bulletin. This information helps our office keep up-to-date information for communication purposes in the church. If you didn’t have a chance to fill out the sheet last Sunday, they will be in the bulletins for the next two weeks, or, you can simply click on this link and take a moment or two to fill it out now.
http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/Home/FamilyInformationSheet.aspx
Thanks so much for taking the time to help us communicate accurately with you!
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MISSIONS NEWS - LIVE IT OUT EVENT!
Come to the Missions table next Sunday, February 7th to find your fit. We will begin signing up volunteers for the
March 6th work teams.
Take a short term missions trip right here at home. All kinds of skills, gifts & talents are needed!
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REVELATION SERIES CONTINUES – THIS SUNDAY, JANUARY 31st
The Unveiling, Pastor Rick’s intensive, verse-by-verse examination of the book of Revelation will continue in a study on the last Sunday of each month, beginning THIS SUNDAY, January 31st, from 4-5:30pm in Room 108.
This will be an interactive study with the opportunity to ask questions, explore areas of interest and learn what God is doing in our world today and how it relates to the great prophetic passages of the Bible.
We hope you will join us as we continue to study Revelation 6, which chronicles the beginning days of the Tribulation.
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SENIOR ADULT NEWS
The next Senior Adult Luncheon will take place at 12 noon on February 3rd. We will meet at our NEW LOCATION, the Farlow-Kennedy Center on the Centennial Campus. Come here the beautiful music of Jewel & Parkes Richey. John Butt will be cooking for us.
The cost is $5. Call Donna at 888-4523. Reservations need to be made by Monday, FEBRUARY 1st.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP WITH OUR SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY
We need some ladies who would like to give manicures to the residents at Wesleyan Arms on the fourth Thursday morning of each month, from 10:30-11:35am.
We also need five Care Groups and/or Discipleship Groups to volunteer to give the birthday party on the last Friday or Saturday afternoon of the month. The months needed are: June, July, August, September, and October.
If you are able to help, please contact Ronda Farlow, 869-3876.
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WESLEYAN NIGHT AT CHICK FIL-A
Wesleyan Night at Chick Fil-A will take place NEXT THURSDAY, February 4 from 3-8pm at the Chick Fil-A on North Main Street. Mark your calendars!
This is an easy way to support Wesleyan Christian Academy and have a great meal, too! We hope to see you there!
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FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!
http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/
Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx

2010-01-21T08:20:00.001-08:00

Dear Parents and 3rd through 5th Graders-
We have invited some special guests to speak to you and your children THIS Sunday, January 24th at 9:30am in 85 Z Street (Room 107). Rev. Eric & Amber Coulter will be joining us to talk to the kids and their parents about Missions.
The Coulters have served with Global Partners since graduation from Asbury Theological Seminary in 2001. They have served in Swaziland, South Africa for the 2003-2004 years as interns where they experienced both bible college teaching and pastoral care of a struggling church. From those two varied experiences, they felt God leading them to church planting work among an unreached people group. In summer 2006, they first arrived in Durres, Albania to join Global Partners missionaries in starting a Wesleyan church among the Albanian people.
Joining Eric & Amber this Sunday will be their 4 children, Philip, Zane, Elise and Suzana (ages 9 – 1 year old). Their children have assisted in the ministry of their parents by breaking down barriers and opening many new channels of relationship.
We have been encouraging the children to raise money around the house by doing chores so they can participate in an offering to support the Coulters’ Ministry.
This is a great opportunity to introduce our kids to the importance of Missions. We hope you and your children will join us THIS Sunday, at 9:30am.
Please let me know if you have any questions!
Sheri Jennings
Children’s Director
First Wesleyan Church
888-4507

2010-01-20T20:11:00.001-08:00

SERMON SERIES CONTINUES - JANUARY 24

Don’t forget about the suggested Scripture reading in preparation for the upcoming sermon this Sunday, January 24, ‘The Authentic Authority.’

Luke 4:14-21; Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10; Psalm 19; 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a

See you Sunday!

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DISCIPLESHIP & BIBLE STUDIES START TONIGHT
Still interested in getting a feel for what the Discipleship program is all about? Come to the ‘Taste of Discipleship’ with Cher Limpach beginning tonight in Room 215 at 6:30pm.

Also, you can join one of our other studies, too, tonight from 6:30-8pm:
Hebrews: The Better Way with Pastor Roland in Room 216
Jesus, the One & Only – A Beth Moore Study with Danielle Evans in Room 209
Discipleship Journey for Kids (K-5) – Room 107 (85 Z Street)
OR
The Death & Resurrection of the Messiah – beginning tomorrow morning (THURS) at 9:30am in the church office.

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BAND OF BROTHERS – BREAKFAST THIS SATURDAY!
THIS Saturday, January 23 from 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., we will be hosting 5 time World Champion Professional Wrestler and Evangelist Nikita Koloff with praise and worship music provided by Scott Johnson.

This event will be held at Greenwood Hills Wesleyan Church (2937 N. Main St., High Point, NC).

We are expecting a large number of our Brothers in Christ! So, please register early! You can visit our website, www.BandofBrothersMinistry.com to enroll or go to our table in the Church Foyer.

There is no cost, but donations will be accepted and we will be taking a love offering for "Koloff for Christ Ministries."

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CPAS SEASON PASSES ON SALE SUNDAY!
Season Tickets for the Compassion Performing Arts Series will go on sale to the church family THIS Sunday, January 24th. This is your opportunity to purchase them before the general public!

Season Passes are $40.00 for 4 concerts for seats in the risers, and new this year, $65.00 for 4 concerts for seats in the Artist Circle which are located on the floor, around where the tables were located last year.

Stop by our registration table in the Main Foyer after the service on Sunday to purchase your tickets! Check the order form attached, if you would like to have everything ready to go or visit the FWC Website for more information.

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MISSIONS NEWS - LIVE IT OUT EVENT!
Take a short term missions trip right here at home. On Saturday, March 6th, you will have the opportunity, along with your family and friends, to participate in community work teams, serving Christian agencies all over High Point. All kinds of skill, gifts & talents are needed.

Find your fit beginning February 7th.

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REVELATION SERIES CONTINUES – JANUARY 31st
The Unveiling, Pastor Rick’s intensive, verse-by-verse examination of the book of Revelation will continue in a study on the last Sunday of each month, beginning January 31st, from 4-5:30pm in Room 108.

This will be an interactive study with the opportunity to ask questions, explore areas of interest and learn what God is doing in our world today and how it relates to the great prophetic passages of the Bible.

We hope you will join us as we continue to study Revelation 6, which chronicles the beginning days of the Tribulation.

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SENIOR ADULT NEWS
The next Senior Adult Luncheon will take place at 12 noon on February 3rd. We will meet at our NEW LOCATION, the Farlow-Kennedy Center on the Centennial Campus. Come here the beautiful music of Jewel & Parkes Richey. John Butt will be cooking for us.

The cost is $5. Call Donna at 888-4523. Reservations need to be made by January 29th.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO HELP WITH OUR SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY
We need some ladies who would like to give manicures to the residents at Wesleyan Arms on the second Friday afternoon of each month from 2:30 to 4:00.

We also need five Care Groups and/or Discipleship Groups to volunteer to give the birthday party on the last Friday or Saturday afternoon of the month. The months needed are: June, July, August, September, and October.

If you are able to help, please contact Ronda Farlow, 869-3876.

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FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!

http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/

Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx

2010-01-13T10:01:00.002-08:00

Dear Friend,

Our brothers and sisters in Haiti have been hit by the largest earthquake the area has seen since the 1700's.

As day broke this morning, it became apparent that much of Port-Au-Prince and its surrounding areas have been reduced to rubble. Communications remain sketchy due to severely damaged infrastructure, but the early reports are not good.

The Red Cross is estimating that 3 million people have been affected by the major 7.0 magnitude earthquake and its after-shocks. Haiti's Presidential Palace, their White House equivalent, is in ruins, and Haiti's first lady has reported that "Port-Au-Prince has been destroyed."

WHI has 60 staff working in Haiti, many of whom live and work in Port-Au-Prince. We have just heard from WHI country representative Thony Querette. He said he is ok, and asked for prayer. We do not know the status of our other staff in the capital area.

We also received word from Global Partners missionaries and a team from McLean Bible Church located in Petit-Goave, and they are ok.

WHI also has nearly 400 sponsored children in Haiti. We are in the process of determining their status and will communicate more as we are able.

While we are not first responders (fire, emergency, rescue) we are preparing to respond with food, water, cooking fuel, tarps...whatever we can to help survivors cope and begin restoring a sense of normalcy to their lives. Most importantly, we want to express the love of Christ and provide comfort and hope. We will update the website with specific action plans as they take shape over the coming hours and days.

In the meantime, please pray with us and for our people in Haiti and donate to our relief effort.

God bless you, let us pray and work together to aid our Haitian brothers and sisters in need.

Karl

Dr. Karl Eastlack

CEO, World Hope International

WHI is a faith-based relief and development organization alleviating suffering and injustice through education, enterprise and community health.
www.worldhope.org

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First Wesleyan Church of High Point, NC Announcements January 10, 2010

FWC News - January 6, 2010

2010-01-06T15:09:00.001-08:00

SERMON SERIES CONTINUES - JANUARY 10

Pastor Rick is continuing his new sermon series, 'His Story Can Change Yours.'

Don't forget about the suggested Scripture reading in preparation for the upcoming sermon this Sunday, Jan. 10, 'The Power of Declaration.'

Luke 3:15-17, 21-22; Isaiah 43:1-7; Psalm 29; Acts 8:14-17

See you Sunday!

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BIBLE STUDY SIGN-UPS CONTINUE THIS SUNDAY!

Our Winter Session of Bible Studies will begin on Wednesday, January 20th. We will be offering the following studies:
- Jesus, the One & Only
- Hebrews, the Better Way
- The Death & Resurrection of the Messiah (Thurs. AM)
- A Taste of Discipleship
- The Discipleship Journey for Kids (grades K-5)

Check your bulletin this Sunday for more information and visit the Welcome Center or visit the website, www.firstwesleyan.org and look for the Winter Bible Studies link to sign-up!

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DISCIPLESHIP ORIENTATION MEETING

For those of you interested in getting more information of what a Discipleship Group is and finding out how you can join one, all are welcome to attend an informational meeting on Wednesday, January 13th at 6:30pm.

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JENNINGS BABY SHOWER INVITATION - THIS SUNDAY

You are invited to a Baby Shower for Dustin and Shelley Jennings on January 10th from 3 - 4:30pm. The shower will be held at the Lebanon United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Contact Jane Wall at 431-7801 with any questions.

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BAND OF BROTHERS - UPCOMING EVENTS

MONTHLY MEETING:

The next Band of Brothers meeting will take place Tuesday, January 12 - 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
In the Highway (the Youth Room in the Towne Centre).

Our speaker will be Alan Woodie - "Knowing Your Enemy" Part II

Please use the Town Center Entrance that faces Westchester and follow the signs.

Our Daily Bread, the new Café in the Towne Centre is providing a catered meal for The Band of Brothers, for just $7.00!

BREAKFAST WITH NIKITA KOLOFF - MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND REGISTER SOON!

On Saturday, January 23 from 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. we will be hosting 5 time World Champion Professional Wrestler and Evangelist Nikita Koloff with praise and worship music provided by Scott Johnson.

This event will be held at Greenwood Hills Wesleyan Church (2937 N. Main St., High Point, NC).

We are expecting a large number of our Brothers in Christ! So, please register early! You can visit our website, www.BandofBrothersMinistry.com to enroll or go to our table in the Church Foyer.

There is no cost, but donations will be accepted and we will be taking a love offering for "Koloff for Christ Ministries."

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REVELATION SERIES CONTINUES - JANUARY 31st

The Unveiling, Pastor Rick's intensive, verse-by-verse examination of the book of Revelation will continue in a study on the last Sunday of each month, beginning January 31st, from 4-5:30pm in Room 108.

This will be an interactive study with the opportunity to ask questions, explore areas of interest and learn what God is doing in our world today and how it relates to the great prophetic passages of the Bible.

We hope you will join us as we continue to study Revelation 6, which chronicles the beginning days of the Tribulation.

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SENIOR ADULT MOVIE NIGHT

Come out and enjoy a FREE MOVIE on Friday, January 15th at 7pm at the Parker Center. This month's movie will be One Night with the King starring Peter O'Toole and Omar Sharif. There will be Free Popcorn and Soda, too!

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UPCOMING LIVE IT OUT EVENT

Mark your calendars for the week of February 28th thru March 6th. It will be similar to a short-term mission trip, but serving right here at home. We can use all kinds of skills, gifts, talents, and passions as we demonstrate, once again, that the only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love. You will hear more details soon, but please mark your calendar today!

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CALENDAR DONATIONS NEEDED FOR BURMESE WOMEN

Do you have extra 2010 calendars just laying around the house? Calendars are needed for a project in the Burmese Women's ESL class. If you have any 2010 calendars you would like to donate, please leave them at the Welcome Center or drop them off at the Church Office.
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DESSERTS NEEDED FOR SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON
The Senior Adult Ministries is looking for about 10 people who would be interested in baking a dessert for the February 3rd Luncheon. If you are interested, please contact Donna at the church office at 888-4523.
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FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!

http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/

Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE: http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx

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First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh January 3, 2010-His Story can change Yours-The Adventure of a Lifetime

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Pastor Rick Kavanaugh December 27, 2009

FWC News - December 30, 2009

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

The church office will be closed on Friday, January 1 is observance of New Year's Day! We hope you and your family will have a blessed New Year!

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NEW SERMON SERIES CONTINUES JANUARY 3

Pastor Rick is continuing his new sermon series, 'His Story Can Change Yours.'

Don't forget about the suggested Scripture reading in preparation for the upcoming sermon this Sunday, Jan. 3, 'The Adventure of a Lifetime.'

Matthew 2:1-12; Isaiah 60:1-6; Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 & Ephesians 3:1-12

See you Sunday!

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END OF THE YEAR CONTRIBUTIONS

Tomorrow is the last day of 2009! Any gift that you would like recorded as a 2009 Contribution must be turned in to the church office by 5pm on December 31st! Any gift mailed and postmarked by December 31st is also eligible to be recorded as a 2009 contribution.

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BIBLE STUDY SIGN-UPS BEGIN THIS SUNDAY!

Our Winter Session of Bible Studies will begin on Wednesday, January 20th. We will be offering the following studies:
- Jesus, the One & Only
- Hebrews, the Better Way
- The Death & Resurrection of the Messiah (Thurs. AM)
- A Taste of Discipleship
- The Discipleship Journey for Kids (grades K-5)

Check your bulletin this Sunday for more information and visit the Welcome Center to sign-up!

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DISCIPLESHIP ORIENTATION MEETING

For those of you interested in getting more information on what a Discipleship Group is and finding out how you can join one, all are welcome to attend an informational meeting on Wednesday, January 13th at 6:30pm.

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JENNINGS BABY SHOWER INVITATION

You are invited to a Baby Shower for Dustin and Shelley Jennings on January 10th from 3 - 4:30pm. The shower will be held at the Lebanon United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Contact Jane Wall at 431-7801 with any questions.

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REVELATION SERIES CONTINUES - JANUARY 31st

The Unveiling, Pastor Rick's intensive, verse-by-verse examination of the book of Revelation will continue in a study on the last Sunday of each month, beginning January 31st, from 4-5:30pm.

This will be an interactive study with the opportunity to ask questions, explore areas of interest and learn what God is doing in our world today and how it relates to the great prophetic passages of the Bible.

We hope you will join us as we continue to study Revelation 6, which chronicles the beginning days of the Tribulation.

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SENIOR ADULT MOVIE NIGHT

Come out and enjoy a FREE MOVIE on Friday, January 15th at 7pm at the Parker Center. This month's movie will be One Night with the King starring Peter O'Toole and Omar Sharif. There will be Free Popcorn and Soda, too!

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Anita Gadd, a long time member of First Wesleyan Church, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 26th, 2009.
Visitation will be at JC Greens (10301 N Hwy 109, Winston-Salem) on Tuesday, December 29th from 6-8 pm.
The funeral will also be at JC Greens Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 30th at 12 noon.
The graveside service will follow the funeral and will be at Floral Gardens.
Please keep the family in your prayers.

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Pastor Rick Kavanaugh December 13, 2009

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Pastor Rick Kavanaugh 12-20-2009

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For Sunday December 20, 2009 First Wesleyan Church will have one Service at 11:00am.
No Sunday School will take place.

2009 Compassion Performing Arts Series

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Dear Church Family,

This last year was our first run at the Compassion Performing Arts Series. I
am so pleased with the results. The concerts were well attended, the artists
were fantastic and the food for the dinner portion was excellent. We raised
a significant amount of money for our first year and we were able to
positively impact two well deserving ministries in our community. The
events brought out a host of our own church family in meaningful servant
hood roles and the Name of Christ was honored at each event.

The last concert, Newsong, resulted in a number of people making personal
commitments to Jesus Christ! It was a great first year.

There was no way we could have done this without your help. Thanks to those
who bought season tickets. Your faithful contributions made these events
possible. Thanks to those who bought tables. It was your generous gifts that
allowed us to underwrite the costs of the concerts. I am grateful for the
many volunteers who worked tirelessly out of the goodness of their hearts.
The office staff and the CPAS team also deserve hearty thanks. You
organized, planned, prayed and worked with great dedication. Thank you!

We are thankful to the Lord for guiding us on this trek. Originally, I had a
conversation with two men, Roy Morgan and Don Bulla, who wanted to find a
way to bring good Christian music to High Point. We knew the church would be
a great venue, but we wanted to do more than simply host some concert
events. We all felt that the concerts needed to have a lasting purpose. So
we prayed and asked the Lord if there was a way we could enjoy wonderful
music and also use that kind of event for His purposes. That's when the idea
of a Compassion Performing Arts Series was born. We believe this is more
than a concert series, it is a mission. It is a way for our congregation to
engage in local missions. Through your involvement we are directly touching
the lives of people in need here in our own community.

I hope that you will continue to be involved this next year. I also pray
that others, who have not yet been a part of the series, will do so this
year. Whether you enjoy certain artists or not, is really not the issue. The
artists we have come are top of the line, but the real purpose is ministry.
When we participate, we are serving our neighbors. It is a worthy cause that
I hope you will be a part of this next year.

We have four great concerts lined up for this coming year where the proceeds
will again benefit the community. Mandisa will be with us in March, Mark
Lowery in June, Brock Gill in September, and Newsong Christmas Tour again in
November or December.

Thanks again for your participation, and I hope to see you again this next
year at CPAS.

Grace & Peace,
Pastor Rick

Funeral Arrangements for Dot Oakley

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Dot Oakley, a longtime member of First Wesleyan Church, went home to be with
the Lord on December 13th. Please pray for her daughter Becky Owens and the
entire family.
Funeral services will be held in the chapel of Cumby’s Family Funeral
Service in High Point on Thursday, December 17th at 6pm. The family will
receive friends following the service. Interment services will be held at
10am Friday, December 18th at Floral Garden Memorial Park.

FWC News - December 16, 2009

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2009 CHRISTMAS OUTREACH - COLLECTING THROUGH CHRISTMAS EVE!

This Christmas Season we are providing a number of opportunities to help
families in our own backyard!

Continuing through the Advent Season we are collecting non-perishable foods
and other necessities here at the church to be distributed to West End
Ministries and the Asian refugees here in our congregation.

Here are some ideas to bring for the West End Ministry collection: Canned
Meats, Canned veggies and fruits, Cereal & Oatmeal, Peanut Butter and Jelly,
Rice and Beans, Dry Milk, Soup and Spaghetti Sauce & Noodles. These are a
jumping off point! Any non-perishable food items are welcome!

We are collecting the folloing for our Asian Congregation: Toiletries
(including toothpaste & toothbrushes and shampoo & soap), Rice!, Blankets
and Children's Socks & Shoes (*Any and all sizes! The kids can grown into
them!)

You can also check the insert in this week's bulletin for items that are
needed or visit the church website, http://www.firstwesleyan.org.

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CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE

Please join us for our Christmas Eve Candlelight Service on Thursday,
December 24th at 6pm! This will be a wonderful evening of worship with
special guest worship leader, Parker Webb.

Come and celebrate Jesus' birth with your church family, and invite friends
and neighbors, too!

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PASTOR RICK IS ON FACEBOOK!

Pastor Rick is up an running on Facebook, and he wants to invite the church
to become his friend.

Pastor Rick will post the First Point Newsletter there, plus any devotional
thoughts and other tidbits.

So, go on over to Facebook, request to be his friend! This is just one more
line of communication that is open!

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NEW SERMON SERIES BEGINS DECEMBER 27

Join us, beginning on Sunday, December 27, as Pastor Rick begins his new
sermon series, 'His Story Can Change Yours.'

The first message on December 27th will be 'Don't Settle - Be Exceptional,'
and our services will continue in our pursuit of the Narrative Worship
format. It continues to be Pastor Rick's desire to pursue worship that is
meaningful and pleasing to God while helping our congregation connect with
God.

Future messages include:

- The Adventure of a Lifetime
- The Power of Declaration
- Let's Party!
- The Authentic Authority

And more as we continue through February!

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REVELATION SERIES CONTINUES

The Unveiling, Pastor Rick's intensive, verse-by-verse examination of the
book of Revelation will continue in a study on the last Sunday of each
month, beginning January 31st, from 4-5:30pm.

This will be an interactive study with the opportunity to ask questions,
explore areas of interest and learn what God is doing in our world today and
how it relates to the great prophetic passages of the Bible.

We hope you will join us as we continue to study Revelation 6, which
chronicles the beginning days of the Tribulation.

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FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!

http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/

Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements
and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE:
http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx

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First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh December 13, 2009-Advent Series-Rejoice!

FWC News - December 10, 2009

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Audio November 22, 2009

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Pastor Rick Kavanaugh

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Pastor Rick Kavanaugh

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Pastor Rick Kavanaugh

Dec 2nd News

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BAND OF BROTHERS - TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY AND BROTHERLY FELLOWSHIP

On Tuesday, December 8th from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. the Band of Brothers will
meet in the Highway at the church. Alan Woodie will be speaking as part of
the series, 'Knowing Your Enemy.'

Dinner is provided by Our Daily Bread for only $7.00! Come, and enjoy food,
fellowship and the Word!

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2009 CHRISTMAS OUTREACH

This Christmas Season we are providing a number of opportunities to help
families in our own backyard!

Beginning Sunday, November 29th and through the Advent Season we will be
collecting non-perishable foods and other necessities here at the church to
be distributed to West End Ministries and the Asian refugees here in our
congregation.

We will also help sponsor a Christmas event for the women of Leslie's House
on Thursday evening, December 10th called "Queen for a Night." THIS SUNDAY
is your last chance to bring in gifts for this ministry. Check out the
flyer from last Sunday or visit the church website for gift ideas!

Cookbooks will be on-sale this Sunday in the Main Foyer to help support this
great ministry! Cookbooks are only $7 for one or $10 for two!

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SENIOR ADULT CHRISTMAS TRAIN RIDE

There will be a Senior Adult Country Christmas Train Ride at Denton Farm
Park, Friday Evening, December 18th from 6-9pm. Ride the Handy Dandy RR and
see the lights and Nativity movie along the way. Also, hear the Silent
Night story, sing carols, arts & crafts, and visit the general store.

Please call Donna at 888-4523 for reservations by THIS FRIDAY, December 4th.

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CHRISTMAS WORSHIP CONCERT AT FWC

Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 13th at 6pm. Join us for a
wonderful evening of fellowship and worship as our choir and band present an
evening of Christmas Worship!

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HOSPITAL VISITS & EMERGENCY PHONE CONTACT

Please call the church office if you will be experiencing a hospitalization.
By making us aware of your hospital stay, you can ensure that proper
ministry outreach can happen. We do not want to miss the opportunity to
pray for and encourage you!

Also, the church has a new emergency phone number. After hours, please call
442-8930 if you need to reach someone immediately.

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Parents,

Approximately 90% of perspective families that tour the school reference talking with one of our families prior to coming. Wesleyan Christian Academy is hosting a K-12 Open House for any perspective families who are interested in applying for the next school year. The format is a little different and perspective families will get to hear from our Head of School, Principals and Enrichment Director. Additionally, families will get to tour the school. We would love to have a full house, so please invite any families you know that have expressed an interest in Wesleyan. The Open House particulars are as follows:

* Date: Thursday, December 10, 2009
* Time: 9:30 - 10:30 am
* Location: Farlow-Kennedy Center

Please call Cheryl Martin (884-3333 ext. 218) with any questions. Parents do not have to register to attend. Thanks for your help!

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First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh November 29, 2009-Advent Series-We Prepare for the Future Best By Loving Others in the Present

FWC News - November 24, 2009

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

The church office will be closed beginning at 1pm on Wednesday and will
reopen on Monday, November 30th at 8:30am in observance of the Thanksgiving
Holiday.

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POINSETTIA ORDERS

You can place an order this Sunday for a poinsettia in honor of or in memory
of a friend or relative and help decorate the sanctuary for Christmas.

Deadline for orders to be turned in to the church office is Monday, November
30th.

You can get an order form at the Welcome Center or at the Church Office.

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2009 CHRISTMAS OUTREACH

This Christmas Season we are providing a number of opportunities to help
families in our own backyard!

Beginning Sunday, November 29th and through the Advent Season we will be
collecting non-perishable foods and other necessities here at the church to
be distributed to West End Ministries and the Asian refugees here in our
congregation.

We will also help sponsor a Christmas event for the women of Leslie's House
on Thursday evening, December 10th called "Queen for a Night"

Check out the flyer in this Sunday's bulletin for all the details of how you
can help!

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SENIOR ADULT CHRISTMAS DINNER

The Senior Adults Christmas Dinner will be 6:00pm on Thursday, December 3rd
at the Parker Center. Following dinner The Golden Tones will present a
musical drama "Christmas Celery."

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SENIOR ADULT CHRISTMAS TRAIN RIDE

There will be a Senior Adult Country Christmas Train Ride at Denton Farm
Park, Friday Evening, December 18th from 6-9pm. Ride the Handy Dandy RR and
see the lights and Nativity movie along the way. Also, hear the Silent
Night story, sing carols, arts & crafts, and visit the general store.

Please call Donna at 888-4523 for reservations by December 4th.

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CHRISTMAS WORSHIP CONCERT AT FWC

Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 13th at 6pm. Join us for a
wonderful evening of fellowship and worship as our choir and band present an
evening of Christmas Worship!

--------------------------------

HOSPITAL VISITS & EMERGENCY PHONE CONTACT

Please call the church office if you will be experiencing a hospitalization.
By making us aware of your hospital stay, you can ensure that proper
ministry outreach can happen. We do not want to miss the opportunity to
pray for and encourage you!

Also, the church has a new emergency phone number. After hours, please call
442-8930 if you need to reach someone immediately.

----------------------------

FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!

http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/

Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements
and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE:
http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx

T h e F i r s t P o i n t November 23, 2009

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Dear Church Family,
Last Tuesday, the 17th, I met with the creative team again to finish the details for our Advent services. We
hope these Narrative Worship services will draw you closer to the Lord, as well as give you a meaningful way
to express your praise to the Lord.
The focus for each week is as follows;
November 29—We Prepare for the Future Best By Loving Others in the Present
December 6—Waiting in Hope of His Return
December 13—The Joy of Jesus
December 20—Through Him, we have peace with God
Advent is a time to prepare for the coming of Christ by examining our hearts, so there should be an element
of spiritual renewal during the season. I hope that will be the case for you. I’m praying it will be the case for
me.
Saturday the choir had a three hour rehearsal for our Christmas Worship Concert on December the 13th. The
concert is at 6pm. They are ready and eager to share their message in song with you. I believe you will be
inspired and blessed. The choir will also be singing each Sunday during our Advent services and again on our
Christmas Eve service.
I hope you have a great Thanksgiving. Let me offer this simple reminder from yesterday’s sermon. Because
we are “in Christ” we have every reason to be thankful. As an aid to remember the things we have “in Christ”
for which to be thankful, I have written an acrostic, using the word THANKFUL.
T—in Christ we have THE TRUTH
H—in Christ we have HOPE OF HEAVEN
A—in Christ we have ASSURANCE OF SALVATION
N—in Christ we have NEW LIFE
K—in Christ we have KNOWLEDGE OF GOD
F—in Christ we have FORGIVENESS OF SIN
U—in Christ we have UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
L—in Christ we have LIBERTY
Grace & Peace,
Pastor Rick

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FWC News - November 18, 2009

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NEWSONG VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS TOUR

Our last concert in the 2009 CPAS series is Monday, November 30th with
Newsong, Big Daddy Weave, and Francesca Battistelli! Tickets are going
fast! Get your tickets at the church office during our regular office
hours, Bicycle Toy & Hobby, Oak Hollow Thrift Shop, or itickets.com!

The following teams of volunteers are needed:
Greeters Ticket Takers Merchandise Sales
Sunday Nov 29th Set-up Clean-up Crew

Please contact the church office as soon as possible for more information
and to sign-up! You may also sign-up after the service this Sunday at the
Main Foyer Welcome Center.

· If you are a season ticket holder and you have tickets you will not be
using please turn them in to the church office during regular hours or the
box office no later than 6:30pm Monday, November 30th.

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POINSETTIA ORDERS

You can place an order this Sunday for a poinsettia in honor of or in memory
of a friend or relative and help us decorate the sanctuary for Christmas.
An ordering envelope will be included in your bulletin this Sunday.
Deadline for orders to be turned in to the church office is Monday, November
30th.

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SENIOR ADULT CHRISTMAS TRAIN RIDE

Senior Adult Country Christmas Train Ride at Denton Farm Park, Friday
Evening, December 18th from 6-9pm. Ride the Handy Dandy RR and see the
lights and Nativity movie along the way. Also, hear the silent night story,
sing carols, arts & crafts, general store . Please call Donna at 888-4523
for reservations by December 4th.

--------------------------------

2009 CHRISTMAS OUTREACH

This Christmas Season we are providing a number of opportunities to help
families in our own backyard!

Beginning Sunday, November 29th and through the Advent Season we will be
collecting non-perishable foods and other necessities here at the church to
be distributed to West End Ministries and the Asian refugees here in our
congregation.

We will also help sponsor a Christmas event for the women of Leslie's House
on Thursday evening, December 10th called "Queen for a Night"

Check out the flyer in this Sunday's bulletin for all the details of how you
can help!

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OAK HOLLOW THRIFT SHOP NEEDS YOU

Oak Hollow Thrift Shop Needs Volunteers! We would love to have volunteers
for a hour or two any day, any time. Please call the Thrift Shop at
886-8716 or email fwthriftstore@northstate.net for more information.

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CHURCH OFFICE HOLIDAY HOURS

The church office will be closing at 1:00pm on Wednesday, November 25th and
will be closed on Thursday, November 26th and Friday, November 27th in
celebration of Thanksgiving!

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SENIOR ADULT CHRISTMAS DINNER

The Senior Adults Christmas Dinner will be 6:00pm on Thursday, December 3rd
at the Parker Center. Following dinner The Golden Tones will present a
musical drama "Christmas Celery."

--------------------------------

HOSPITAL VISITS

Please call the church office if you will be experiencing a hospitalization.
By making us aware of your hospital stay, you can ensure that proper
ministry outreach can happen. We do not want to miss the opportunity to
pray for and encourage you!

--------------------------------

NEW EMERGENCY PHONE#

The church has a new emergency phone number. Please call our after hours
emergency #442-8930 if you need to reach someone immediately.

----------------------------

FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!

http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/

Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements
and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE:
http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx

2009-11-17T04:42:00.001-08:00

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Sermon November 15 2009

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FWC News -November 13, 2009

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Sermon Audio November 8 2009

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FWC News -November 4, 2009

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CHICK-FIL-A NIGHT

Wesleyan Christian Academy's Chick-Fil-A night is tomorrow, November 5th
with new expanded hours 3:00-8:00pm! Simply tell the cashier when you
order, inside or drive through, that you are there for Wesleyan Christian
Academy! Don't forget to come in and spin the wheel for great prizes and
fun from 5:00-8:00pm.
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BAND OF BROTHER'S FELLOWSHIP

The next Band of Brother's meeting is Tuesday, November 10th from
6:30-8:00pm in the 'Highway'. Come enjoy food, fellowship, and the Word!
Cost is $6.00 and food will be provided by Our Daily Bread.

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NEWSONG VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS TOUR

Our last concert in the 2009 CAPS series is Monday, November 30th with
Newsong, Big Daddy Weave, and Francesca Battistelli! Tickets are going
fast! Get your tickets at the church office during our regular office
hours, Bicycle Toy & Hobby, Oak Hollow Thrift Shop, or itickets.com!

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VOLUNTEER NEEDED

We are in need of a licensed, insured, and bonded electrician to help with
set-up on Sunday, November 29th and Monday, November 30th for the next CPAS
concert: Newsong Very Merry Christmas Tour. Please contact David Jennings
at 471-9128.

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NEW EMERGENCY PHONE#

The church has a new emergency phone number. Please call our after hours
emergency #442-8930 if you need to reach someone immediately.

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FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!

http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/

Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements
and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE:
http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx

Thank YOU FWC Family!

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Hello Church FAMILY!

I wanted to send out a BIG THANK YOU to everyone for all your hard work
this year for the Costume Carnival. It was a HUGE success! We had
approximately 700 children and based on the registration cards over 200
families!
THANK YOU for all the candy, and the baked goodies, they lasted us all
night and we even had leftovers! You guys ROCK!
THANK YOU to all the many volunteers who came in last week before the
carnival and helped with setting up the games, sorting out the candy, making
posters, decorating, blowing up balloons, setting up inflatables and sorting
out baked goodies. Many hours went into this and I appreciate EVERY single
one of YOU!
THANK YOU to all of you who helped work the carnival. Many of you
arrived at 3pm and stayed until 7pm without a single BREAK! You are awesome
and your dedication did not go unnoticed! I saw big smiles at the games and
that is what the carnival is really all about! Sharing the Love we have
with others who may never see the Love of Christ in their lives.
THANK YOU to everyone who stayed LATE after the carnival, cleaning up,
sweeping, putting games and tables and chairs back where they belong so
church could go on as usual on Sunday.
THANK YOU to everyone who donated money or prizes for us to give away at
the show. Our goal was to share the gospel with the visiting families at
the show, and the prizes help get them there!
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!
This church family really understands how to pull together and work as a
TEAM to glorify GOD! I feel blessed to have served alongside you at this
years Costume Carnival!

Children's Director
Sheri Jennings

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First Friday.

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Sermon Video

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First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh October 25, 2009 from First Wesleyan Church on Vimeo.

First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh October 25, 2009-The Unveiling Series: Narrative Worship Revelation 4-5 Part 3

Sermon October 25, 2009

2009-10-26T07:10:00.000-07:00

Pastor Rick Kavanaugh

FWC News - October 23, 2009

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COSTUME CARNIVAL TIME IS APPROACHING QUICKLY!

The Carnival is right around the corner and we could use lots of extra help
as we prepare for next Saturday. Please contact the church office if you
can work on one of the dates and times listed below.

Wednesday, Oct 28th 9:00am-Noon / Candy Sorting
Thursday, Oct 29th 9:00am-5:00pm / Candy Sorting, Gathering & Organizing
Baked Goods, Set-up Games
Friday, Oct 30th 9:00am-1:00pm / Candy Sorting, Gathering & Organizing
Baked Goods, Set-up Games
Saturday, Oct 31st 9:00am-3:00pm / Decorating, Candy Sorting, Gathering &
Organizing Baked Goods, Set-up Games

We could still use lots of baked goods for the cakewalk. You can drop off
your baked goods in the church office on Thursday Oct 29th 9-5pm, Friday Oct
30th
9-1pm or in the Main Foyer on Saturday Oct 31st 9-3pm

Contact Sheri Jennings at 888-4507, if you have any questions!

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SPECIAL SERVICE

All Saints Day is next Sunday, November 1st and we will be having a special
service to honor those who have gone to be with the Lord this year.

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NEW EMERGENCY PHONE#

The church has a new emergency phone number. Please call our after hours
emergency #442-8930 if you need to reach someone immediately.

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Sermon from October 18, 2009

2009-10-19T17:52:00.000-07:00

Pastor Rick Kavanaugh

Announcements October 18, 2009

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First Wesleyan Church of High Point, NC Announcements October 18, 2009 from First Wesleyan Church on Vimeo.

FWC News -October 15, 2009

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NEW BIBLE STUDIES - STARTING NEXT WEEK! SIGN UP NOW!

It's time to sign up for some exciting new Bible Studies beginning Wednesday
evening, October 21st. Complete detailed information and a sign up form
will be available in your bulletin this Sunday and on our website. You can
also reply to this email to sign-up! Here's a quick look:

"Life & Ministry of the Messiah", Facilitated by Pastor Roland Cavanaugh
- Faith Lessons DVD series where you will discover why Jesus turned the
world upside down with his compelling call to follow him.

"Attending the Bride of Christ, Preparing for His Return", facilitated by
Pam Foster
- This study will help you see the church as Christ sees you-as a shining
bride preparing for her Bridegroom! A Great Companion to Pastor Rick's
Revelation Series!

"New Women's Discipleship Group Forming", Group Leader is Anita Brand
- Join others as you process new insights from the Word and grow in your
faith. Faith, fun, and great fellowship for women.

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COSTUME CARNIVAL TIME IS APPROACHING QUICKLY!

CANDY
The Costume Carnival is arriving fast and we need LOTS and LOTS of candy!
We actually ran out last year, and we don't want that to happen again! So,
please bring in bags of candy to be handed out to all the community children
who come to the carnival! There are collection pools in the Main Foyer!

VOLUNTEERS!
We need YOU to help out at Carnival this year! We have NEW HOURS, from
4-7pm, and we need a lot of people to help staff the games, registration,
bake cakes and cupcakes for the cake walk and more!

Please check out the sign-up board in the Main Foyer SUNDAY to sign-up to
work at a game or to bring baked goods or whatever!

Contact Sheri Jennings at 888-4507, if you have any questions!

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CAMP MEETING & SPECIAL CABIN DEDICATION

2nd Annual Old Fashioned Camp Meeting Day will be Saturday, October 24, at
Victory Mountain Camp. This is a day designed for those who are over age 55.
However, all ages are invited.
Speaker: Dr. Earle Wilson, speaking at 10am and 3:45 pm.
Worship Leader: David and Becky Surrett
Cost: Free (lunch and dinner both will be served)
Schedule: Begins at 10am, ends at 6pm.
Special highlight: Dedication of James L. Denny Heritage Hill cabin in
honor of FWC's own James & Rachelle Denny! The dedication will be sometime
between 12:00-3:00pm.

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BAND OF BROTHERS BREAKFAST

Saturday, October 24th from 8:00-9:30am at Greenwood Hills Wesleyan Church.
Food will be provided by B.O.B. - Pancakes, Sausage, and all the amenities.
Our speaker will be Rev. Sam White Pastor of Shady Grove Wesleyan Church.
Cost is free, but donations will be accepted.
Come and enjoy Food, Fellowship, and the Word!

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NEW EMERGENCY PHONE#

The church has a new emergency phone number. Please call our after hours
emergency #442-8930 if you need to reach someone immediately.

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FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!

http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/

Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements
and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE:
http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx

URGENT REQUEST from Dr. Karl Eastlack, CEO World Hope International

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URGENT REQUEST
from Dr. Karl Eastlack, CEO
World Hope International

Immediate Help Needed in the Philippines

A rash of severe weather has caused massive flooding and triggered deadly landslides in the Philippines. More than 450 have died and Reuters reports that the storms have caused at least $258 million worth of damage to crops and infrastructure on the island of Luzon.

Damage to churches, homes, businesses and schools has been extensive; and thousands of people have been displaced.

A local pastor near Manila recently wrote to us, "While the mess in Metro Manila brought by Typhoon Ondoy (Ketsana) is not yet settled, another Typhoon "Pepeng" has caused extensive damage in the Central and Northern part of the Philippines.

Our Wesleyan partner churches in Metro Manila have already identified 347 families directly affected by the storms.

Reports from the Northern part of the Philippines confirm extensive damage there as well. Many areas cannot yet be reached because the roads are impassable."

World Hope International is preparing to respond.

The needs are great, including clean-up of schools, churches and homes, repairs to damaged structures; and the restoration of functional classrooms, worship centers, and businesses will just be a start.

In the midst of profound trauma, we are eager to facilitate the process of healing and restoration in those directly affected by the storms.

While disaster has struck throughout Asia recently (India, Indonesia, Samoa etc.), our existing, strategic partnerships in the Philippines make it the most appropriate location for WHI to respond at this time.

Together with the Wesleyan Church of North America and the Wesleyan Church of the Philippines, WHI will provide updates as more specific information is available.

To help now, you can make contributions online at www.worldhope.org by clicking the "Donate Now" button. When the page of giving options appears, select "Disaster Relief" and proceed to check out. Simply enter "Philippines" in the comment line. Alternatively, you can mail your check to: World Hope International, P.O. Box 96338, Washington, DC 20090-6338. Please note "Philippines" in the memo field on your check.

Thank you for responding generously. Please keep the people of the Philippines in your prayers during this time of crisis and loss.

Dr. Karl Eastlack
CEO, World Hope International

First Wesleyan Church of High Point, NC Announcements October 11, 2009

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First Wesleyan Church of High Point, NC Announcements October 11, 2009 from First Wesleyan Church on Vimeo.

First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh October 11, 2009-The Unveiling Series: Narrative Worship Revelation 4-5

2009-10-12T08:20:00.001-07:00

First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh October 11, 2009 from First Wesleyan Church on Vimeo.

First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh October 11, 2009-The Unveiling Series: Narrative Worship Revelation 4-5

Semon from October 11 2009

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First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh October 11, 2009-The Unveiling Series: Narrative Worship Revelation 4-5

2009-10-11T17:00:00.001-07:00

Volunteer Needs for Costume Carnival 10.06

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WE REALLY NEED YOUR HELP!
Costume Carnival Saturday, October 31st 4:00-7:00pm
Here are several ways YOU can help!
1. Volunteer
2. Bake
3. Bring Candy
Look for the sign-up board in the Main Foyer

FWC News - October 8, 2009

2009-10-11T16:56:00.000-07:00

FIRST FAMILY BIKE TRIP

Friday & Saturday, October 23-24. Registrations are due by Wed, Oct. 14!
Space is limited, so don't wait!

This is an easy 17 mile downhill ride on the Creeper Trail in Damascus, VA.
It's a great trip for the whole family! It's a beautiful ride through the
countryside of Virginia! Halfway down the trail, the group will stop for a
picnic lunch!

For more information, contact Anita Brand or visit the church website!

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COSTUME CARNIVAL TIME IS APPROACHING QUICKLY!

CANDY
The Costume Carnival is arriving fast and we need LOTS and LOTS of candy!
We actually ran out last year, and we don't want that to happen again! So,
please bring in bags of candy to be handed out to all the community children
who come to the carnival! There are collection pools in the Main Foyer!

VOLUNTEERS!
We need YOU to help out at Carnival this year! We have NEW HOURS, from
4-7pm, and we need a lot of people to help staff the games, registration,
bake cakes and cupcakes for the cake walk and more!

Please check out the sign-up board in the Main Foyer SUNDAY to sign-up to
work at a game or to bring baked goods or whatever!

Contact Sheri Jennings at 888-4507, if you have any questions!

--------------------------------

NEW BIBLE STUDIES

It's time to sign up for some exciting new Bible Studies beginning Wednesday
evening, October 21st. Complete detailed information and a sign up form
will be available in your bulletin this Sunday and on our website. Here's a
brief preview:

"Life & Ministry of the Messiah", Facilitated by Pastor Roland Cavanaugh
- Faith Lessons DVD series where you will discover why Jesus turned the
world upside down with his compelling call to follow him.

"Attending the Bride of Christ, Preparing for His Return", facilitated by
Pam Foster
- This study will help you see the church as Christ sees you-as a shining
bride preparing for her Bridegroom!

"New Women's Discipleship Group Forming", Group Leader is Anita Brand
- Join others as you process new insights from the Word and grow in your
faith. Faith, fun, and great fellowship for women.

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OAK HOLLOW THRIFT STORE NEEDS DONATIONS & VOLUNTEERS

Please remember the Thrift Shop when you're cleaning up around the house or
after your yard sale! Pick up is available by calling 886-8716.

They are also looking for volunteers at 8am on Mondays and Tuesdays. Please
email the thrift store at FWthriftstore@northstate.net or call 886-8716.

Don't forget this important ministry of FWC!

BGS Urges North America Wesleyans Help with Typhoon Victims

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BGS Urges North America Wesleyans Help with Typhoon Victims

The Board of General Superintendents said that recent news reports put the mounting death toll in the Philippines at more than 250 persons due to Typhoon Ondoy (also referred to by its international code name Ketsana). Eighty percent of fifteen million residents in and around Manila have been affected by flooding, after a month's worth of rain fell there in one 24-hour period.

Assessment is underway of storm and flood damage suffered by Wesleyan families and churches in the aftermath of the typhoon. Initial reports from Reverend Alberto Patacsil, General Superintendent of The Wesleyan Church of the Philippines, indicate that at least three Wesleyan congregations on the island of Luzon suffered major damage.

In cooperation with Filipino General Conference leaders, the North American Board of General Superintendents has declared a disaster level emergency for victims of Typhoon Ondoy-Ketsana. Specific North American Wesleyan response efforts will be coordinated with World Hope International as better damage assessments become available. In the meantime, individuals and churches can provide immediate assistance with donations to World Hope International online at www.worldhope.org (click on "Donate Now" on the left-hand navigation bar). District or local church disaster response teams may contact the Hope Corps office at World Hope International.

Five feet of flood waters raged through the Cainta Wesleyan Church, depositing a layer of thick, malodorous mud. Many church members parked their cars at the church, thinking it was a higher place of refuge, before going out to assist fellow members who were evacuating their homes in lower lying areas. Upon returning, however, they discovered that flash floods had covered their automobiles and were flowing through the church building and academy, destroying practically everything. According to Rev. Patacsil, most members of the Cainta church experienced property losses, but thankfully no lives were lost.

Rev. Joel Pascua of the Green Park Wesleyan Church related that he was conducting revival services several hours away in Baguio City, when he learned that flood waters were threatening his community. Returning home, he had to swim through water six feet deep to enter his house. He found his wife and small children safe on the second floor, where they had managed to save a few church and family belongings. However, many other church members' homes, belongings, and businesses were less fortunate.

The pastor of the San Juan Wesleyan Church, located in one of the worst-affected areas of Metro Manila, said many church members' homes were under water there. Fortunately, most residents had been able to climb on their roof tops for safety. However, all of their personal belongings were lost. Additional stories of the storm's impact are expected Wednesday, as pastors who are able to travel attend a previously scheduled ministerial convention at Rosales Bible College, several hours north of Manila.

Board of General Superintendents, The Wesleyan Church

Dr. Thomas E. Armiger
Dr. Jerry G. Pence
Dr. Jo Anne Lyon

Sermon October 4, 2009

2009-10-06T08:29:00.001-07:00

First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh October 4, 2009 from First Wesleyan Church on Vimeo.

First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh October 4, 2009-The Unveiling Series: The Scroll is in His Hand Revelation 5

2009-10-06T05:04:00.000-07:00

First Wesleyan Church of High Point, NC Announcements October 4, 2009 from First Wesleyan Church on Vimeo.

Announcements for the week on October 4, 2009.

Sermon October 4, 2009

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Pastor Rick Kavanaugh

D for K - Treasure Map for 9-30

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Hello PARENTS of Discipleship Kids!

Don't forget, for next week...

Be sure the kids come prepared:

1. Bring your BIBLE and do your Treasure Guide!
2. READ the story before you come/ September 8th reading

WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU!

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Here's the Treasure Map for Next Week!

[October 7] - September 8th Reading
The Three Servants: Matthew 25:14-30

1. 15 He gave _________________ bags of silver to one, __________
bags of silver to another, and _____________ bag of silver to the
last—dividing it in proportion to their abilities. He then left on his
trip.

2. 20 The servant to whom he had entrusted the _______________
bags of silver came forward with give more and said, ‘Master, you
gave me ____________ bags of silver to invest, and I have earned
_____________ more.’

3. 23 “The master said, ‘Well done, my good and ______________
servant. You have been faithful in handling this _______________
amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s
______________ together!’”

4. 29 “To those who use well what they are __________________ ,
even ______________ will be given, and they will have an abundance.
But, from those who do _________________________ , even what
__________________ they have will be _____________ away.”

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And don't for get the Know It and Do It parts that come after the reading!

KNOW IT!!

What I read:

One thing I already knew:

One thing I did not know:

One insight I learned about God or other people:

DO IT!!

What I can change?

How I will DO IT?

FWC News - September 29

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HOT DOG SUPPER - TOMORROW NIGHT!

Don't forget the Youth Fundraiser Hot Dog Supper TOMORROW NIGHT here at the
church!

From 5:15-6:30, stop by Room 106 here at the church and get a great hot dog
supper before our Wednesday activities!

Donations will be accepted to help our youth raise money for upcoming
events!

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BAND OF BROTHERS MEN'S 2009 CONFERENCE
The Band of Brother Men's Conference planned for Oct. 9th and 10th has been
cancelled.

For more information, go to www.BandofBrothersMinistry.com.

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FIRST RICE - COLLECTING RICE THIS SUNDAY!

When Burmese families arrive it takes 7-12 days for them to get a steady
source of food. We'd like to assist World Relief with feeding these
families.

THIS Sunday, 10/4 we will be collecting 10 lb+ bags of rice for these
refugee families. If you have a membership, Sam's and Costco sell the
larger bags of rice at a good price. Jasmine rice tends to be popular among
the Burmese.
There will be a designated spot in the foyer for the rice. We will collect
rice on 10/4 only.

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FIRST FAMILY BIKE TRIP

Friday & Saturday, October 23-24. Registrations are due by Wed, Oct. 14!
Space is limited, so don't wait!

This is an easy 17 mile downhill ride on the Creeper Trail in Damascus, VA.
It's a great trip for the whole family! It's a beautiful ride through the
countryside of Virginia!

Halfway down the trail, the group will stop for a picnic lunch!

For more information, contact Anita Brand or visit the church website!

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MISSIONS NEWSLETTER

This past Sunday you received a copy of the New Missions Newsletter in your
bulletin. In order to keep the congregation informed about Missions, the
Mission Department has started a monthly newsletter. The newsletter will be
posted on First Wesleyan's website.

Here's the link http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/Missions.aspx. If you
don't have access to a computer, there will be copies at the welcome center.

The Missions Newsletter will come out the last week of the month.

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COSTUME CARNIVAL TIME IS COMING!

CANDY!
It's that time again! The Costume Carnival will be coming up soon, and we
need LOTS and LOTS of candy! We actually ran out last year, and we don't
want that to happen again!

So, please bring in bags of candy to be handed out to all the community
children who come to the carnival! There are collection pools in the Main
Foyer!

VOLUNTEERS!
We need YOU to help out at Carnival this year! We have NEW HOURS, from
4-7pm, and we need a lot of people to help staff the games, registration,
bake cakes and cupcakes for the cake walk and more!

Please check out the sign-up board in the Main Foyer SUNDAY to sign-up to
work at a game or to bring baked goods or whatever!

Contact Sheri Jennings, 888-4507, if you have any questions!

---------------------------

OAK HOLLOW THRIFT STORE NEEDS DONATIONS

Please remember the Thrift Shop when you're cleaning up around the house or
after your yard sale! Pick up is available by calling 886-8716.

Starting Oct. 5th, we will be looking for volunteers to join us at 8am on
Mondays and Tuesdays. If you can come for 1 hour or two after dropping your
child off to school, that will help us greatly. Please email the thrift
store at FWthriftstore@northstate.net or call 886-8716.

Don't forget this important ministry of FWC!

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FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!

http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/

Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements
and news!

CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE:
http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx

Sermon September 20, 2009

2009-09-27T13:52:00.000-07:00

Pastor Doug Taubin

Sermon September 27, 2009

2009-09-27T13:51:00.000-07:00

Pastor Dan Croy

FWC News - September 24

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DON'T FORGET THE MARRIAGE FIRST EVENT!

Tomorrow and Sat., Sept. 25 & 26! Beginning at 6:30pm on Friday and 8:30am
on Saturday (with coffee and donuts at 8am)!

If you would still like to come, it's not too late! You can pay at the
door. The cost is only $35 per couple.

We will be gathering in Room 106, downstairs in the church! Look for the
signs!

YOUTH FUNDRAISER HOT DOG SUPPER

Mark your calendars for WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th from 5:15-6:30pm in Room
106 here at the church!

It's a great way to support the youth before the Wednesday evening
activities, and even if you don't come to the church on Wednesday nights,
it's still a great way to support our youth!

The cost is by donation and proceeds will go to our youth for their upcoming
events!

BAND OF BROTHERS MEN'S 2009 CONFERENCE

Band of Brothers - War!

When: October 9th and 10th
Friday 7:00pm-9:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm

Where: First Wesleyan Church - High Point, NC

Who: Andy Lapins - Transfired Ministries
Scott Johnson - Christian Comedian and musician
Dwain Freeman and the Denton Martial Arts Demo Team

Tickets on sale in the lobby beginning September 6th or on-line anytime:
$25.00 - On or before October 2nd
$35.00 - After October 2nd
go to www.BandofBrothersMinistry.com for speaker(s) and program info.

FIRST RICE - HELP OUR REFUGEE FAMILIES WITH FOOD

When Burmese families arrive it takes 7-12 days for them to get a steady
source of food. We'd like to assist World Relief with feeding these
families.

On Sunday, 10/4 we will be collecting 10 lb+ bags of rice for these refugee
families. If you have a membership, Sam's and Costco sell the larger bags
of rice at a good price. Jasmine rice tends to be popular among the Burmese.

There will be a designated spot in the foyer for the rice. We will collect
rice on 10/4 only.

ADRIAN GROUT VISITATION AND CELEBRATION

Church Family You are Invited to a Visitation and Celebration in memory of
Adrian Grout, son of Mabel Grout Venable.

Saturday, October 10th from 2:00-4:00pm at the Parker Center

FIRST FAMILY BIKE TRIP

Friday & Saturday, October 23-24. Registrations are due by Wed, Oct. 14!
Space is limited, so don't wait!

This is an easy 17 mile downhill ride on the Creeper Trail in Damascus, VA.
It's a great trip for the whole family! It's a beautiful ride through the
countryside of Virginia!

Halfway down the trail, the group will stop for a picnic lunch!

For more information, contact John & Anita Brand or visit the church
website!

COSTUME CARNIVAL CANDY TIME!

It's that time again! The Costume Carnival will be coming up soon, and we
need LOTS and LOTS of candy! We actually ran out last year, and we don't
want that to happen again!

So, please bring in bags of candy to be handed out to all the community
children who come to the carnival! We need ALL KINDS of candy! Chocolate!
Lollipops! Hard Candy! Smarties! And any other kind you can think of!

There will be a collection pool in the Main Foyer beginning THIS Sunday!

Also, keep an ear out for volunteer opportunities soon! There will be a
sign-up board in the Main Foyer in the coming weeks!

OAK HOLLOW THRIFT STORE NEEDS DONATIONS

Please remember the Thrift Shop when you're cleaning up around the house or
after your yard sale! Pick up is available by calling 886-8716.

Starting Oct. 5th, we will be looking for volunteers to join us at 8am on
Mondays and Tuesdays. If you can come for 1 hour or two after dropping your
child off to school, that will help us greatly. Please email the thrift
store at FWthriftstore@northstate.net or call 886-8716.

Don't forget this important ministry of FWC!

FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!

http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/

Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcements
and news!

First Family Adventure Bike Trip October 23-24, 2009

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Friday, October 23

*Meet in church parking lot @ 5:00 to depart-destination Super 8, Abingdon, Va.

*Stop in Wytheville, Va. for dinner- Bob Evans restaurant Apx. Time- 7:15

*Continue on to Abingdon, Va. Super 8 Motel

*$57.04 per room (2 queen non-smoking) This price does includes tax.

*Each family must secure their own reservation by calling the Super 8 directly. The number is (276)676-3329. Ask for the block of rooms reserved for High Point First Wesleyan. You must also send an email to abrand@wesed.org so we have a count on who is going.

Saturday, October 24

*Check out of hotel

*9:00 Breakfast at Shoney’s, Abingdon, VA.

*10:00 Arrive at Subway in Damascus ,Va for those who want to order subs as part of their picnic lunch.

*10:30 Arrive at Sundog Outfitters bike shuttle for our reserved time. (Next door to Subway)

*Adult shuttle only- $10.99

*Child shuttle only - $8.99

*Adult shuttle plus bike rental- $24.24

*Child shuttle plus bike rental- $21.50

*We will stop about halfway down for a picnic lunch- each family is responsible for their own drinks and lunch.

*Families who do not wish to spend the night on Friday may meet us at Sundog Outfitters at 10:30 on Saturday morning. It is about a 3 hour ride from High Point. However, it is necessary for you to let us know if you are planning to use the shuttle so we can make sure we have the necessary reservations.

*There are only a limited number of spaces, so please reserve your space early. If you are planning to go please let us know ASAP. Everyone must be registered with us by Wednesday, October 14 in order to secure your spot.

*If you have any questions, please call Anita Brand @476-0495, or email abrand@wesed.org.

GET INVOLVED AT FWC!

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At First Wesleyan, our desire is for you to discover your God-given design and then use
these interests, gifts, and abilities to make an impact in the Kingdom of God. Whether
you are brand-new or a seasoned volunteer, there are many opportunities available to
you. Feel free to try out a few ways, until you find your perfect fit.

Check out opportunities online.

Missions Newletter online

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Click for link

FWC News - September 17

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MARRIAGE FIRST - Next Friday & Saturday! LAST CHANCE
September 25-26, 2009

Surprise your Sweetheart, and make this enrichment event a priority just for
the two of you! Devoting time and investing in each other is great for
those married 2 years or a lifetime.

$35 for both Friday evening and Saturday till 2:30. Scholarships available!

Tickets are on-sale NOW at the church office or in the Main Foyer after
worship on Sunday.

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YOUNG ADULT GROUP - NEW MEETING TIME!

Our Young Adult Group currently meets on Sunday evenings at 6pm at Katie
Eckersley's home! Beginning THIS Sunday, 9/20, they will be moving their
meeting time to 12:30pm, right after the worship service!

Now is a great time to get involved! Please contact Chris or Megan
Stephens, 313-6557 or email meg_d1@yahoo.com with any questions!

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YOUTH FUNDRAISER HOT DOG SUPPER

The Youth will be having a Hot Dog Supper to raise money for upcoming
events!

Mark your calendars for WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th from 5:15-6:30pm in Room
106 here at the church!

It's a great way to support the youth before the Wednesday evening
activities, and even if you don't come to the church on Wednesday nights,
it's still a great way to support our youth!

The cost is by donation and proceeds will go to our youth for their upcoming
events!

=======================

BAND OF BROTHERS MEN'S 2009 CONFERENCE

Band of Brothers - War!

When: October 9th and 10th
Friday 7:00pm-9:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm

Where: First Wesleyan Church - High Point, NC

Who: Andy Lapins - Transfired Ministries
Scott Johnson - Christian Comedian and musician
Dwain Freeman and the Denton Martial Arts Demo Team - testimonial
and demonstration

Tickets on sale in the lobby beginning September 6th or on-line anytime:
$25.00 - On or before October 2nd
$35.00 - After October 2nd
go to www.BandofBrothersMinistry.com for speaker(s) and program info.

=========================

FIRST RICE - HELP OUR REFUGEE FAMILIES WITH FOOD

When Burmese families arrive it takes 7-12 days for them to get a steady
source of food. We'd like to assist World Relief with feeding these
families.

On Sunday, 10/4 we will be collecting 10 lb+ bags of rice for these refugee
families. If you have a membership, Sam's and Costco sell the larger bags
of rice at a good price. Jasmine rice tends to be popular among the Burmese.

There will be a designated spot in the foyer for the rice. We will collect
rice on 10/4 only.

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COSTUME CARNIVAL CANDY TIME!

It's that time again! The Costume Carnival will be coming up soon, and we
need LOTS and LOTS of candy! We actually ran out last year, and we don't
want that to happen again!

So, please bring in bags of candy to be handed out to all the community
children who come to the carnival! We need ALL KINDS of candy! Chocolate!
Lollipops! Hard Candy! Smarties! And any other kind you can think of!

There will be a collection pool in the Main Foyer beginning THIS Sunday!

Also, keep an ear out for volunteer opportunities in the coming weeks!

District golf tournament info scheduled for Monday, September 28

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District Golf Information

Register with larry@brownwesleyan.org

D for K - Treasure Map for 9-23

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Hello PARENTS of Discipleship Kids!

Don't forget, for next week...

Be sure the kids come prepared:

1. Bring your BIBLE and do your Treasure Guide!
2. READ the story before you come/ September 5th reading

WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU!

Here's the Treasure Chest for Next Week!

[September 23] - September 5 Reading
The Future: Luke 21:5-19

1. 6 “The ____________ is coming when all these things will be completely demolished. Not one ____________ will be left on top of another!”

2. 8 He replied, “Don’t ____________anyone mislead you, for ____________ will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am the ____________,’ and saying, ‘The time has come!’ But don’t believe them.”

3. 13 “But this will be ____________ opportunity to tell them about ____________.”

4. 26 “By standing____________, you will win your souls.”

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And don't for get the Know It and Do It parts that come after the reading!

KNOW IT!!

What I read:

One thing I already knew:

One thing I did not know:

One insight I learned about God or other people:

DO IT!!

What I can change?

How I will DO IT?

Christian College Fair @ Wesleyan

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National Christian College Fair
Wesleyan Christian Academy (Wesleyan Campus)
September 29, 2009
6:30-8:30 p.m. High School Gym
38 colleges and Impact 360 (gap year program) will be here.

For a complete list of participating colleges, go to www.nccf.us.

Wesleyan News

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Ways to help out WCA

Harris Teeter - Link your Harris Teeter VIC card to Wesleyan by giving the cashier your VIC Card and our school number 2098.

Target - Sign up for the Target RedCard and use our School ID number 12785.

Office Depot - You can use BOTH of these programs at the same time!1) Rewards Program link to WCA phone number 884-3333.2) 5 percent Back to School Program for all School/Office Supplies purchased and applied to WCA's # 70061472.

Rapid Refill - Rapid Refill Ink will continue to donate up to $5.00 for toner cartridges and $3.00 for ink cartridges that are brought to the school. The deposit box is located in the office at canopy A.

NOTE: If you have any questions, please contact the front office or check the web site for additional information. www.wesed.org

The First Point - September 14, 2009

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Last Thursday was our third concert in our four part Compassion Performing Arts Series. Gold Citywas inspiring (wow could that bass sing low!) and the Hoppers brought the house down. It was notonly a night of entertainment and inspiration, but I felt like we were in a worship service. I know I wasblessed and look forward to having another southern gospel night. The house was packed. I don’t thinkthere was another seat in the house. Our next concert will have a completely different flavor, but willbe just as inspirational. NewSong will be with us doing their Christmas Shoes tour; in addition, BigDaddy Weave and Francesca Battistelli will be here. The concert is on November 30. It will be a greatway to kick off the Christmas season. However, you’ll need to purchase tickets right away becausethey are already almost sold out!Sunday afternoon we had our annual all-church picnic. I think the change to City Lake Park inJamestown was a marked improvement. The facilities were first rate. It was a relaxing afternoon,talking with friends and eating good food. Once again, Tommy Smith won the watermelon seedspitting contest (can you believe we have one of those!). Someone asked me why I didn’t enter thecontest. I told them I didn’t have any hot air left after preaching that morning. Anyway, Tommy spit hisseed 37 feet!!! Impressive. The pastoral staff was put on the spot as contestants in the “Not-So-New-Newlywed Game”. I thought it was particularly funny, since I didn’t have to play (my wife was inCalifornia).Speaking of which, Marcia will be home Tuesday night! Yeah!!! I better get the house clean before shegets home.Right now we are in one of those seasons in the church where there are a lot of things cooking on theburners, but nothing that I can report just yet. I have a think tank that is working on some brandingitems; the LBA is reviewing some objectives to help strengthen our congregational health; the staff isworking on some worship items for the advent season—all things that are very exciting and importantin the life of the church. However, nothing is at a point yet where I can fill you in. Let just say, thereare some wonderful things developing as we are praying, thinking and discussing. Please be in prayerfor us that we correctly discern the Lord’s direction and that we only move according to His bidding.And throughout all their journeys whenever the cloud was taken up from over the tabernacle, the sonsof Israel would set out; but if the cloud was not taken up, then they did not set out until the day when itwas taken up. For throughout all their journeys, the cloud of the LORD was on the tabernacle by day,and there was fire in it by night, in the sight of all the house of Israel—Exodus 40:36-38Maranatha! Keep your eyes to the sky. Our Redemption draws near!Grace & Peace,Pastor Rick

Pastor Rick Kavanaugh 9-13-2009

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First Wesleyan Church-High Point, NC Pastor Rick Kavanaugh September 13, 2009 The Unveiling Series: Worshiping at the Throne Revelation 4:5b-11

FWC News - September 10

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FWC ALL CHURCH PICNIC
THIS Sunday, Sept. 13 - 2:30-6:30pm!
City Lake Park in Jamestown! We will have ONE large picnic shelters foreveryone to fit under! There will be fun activities for the whole family!
We also be enjoying watching our staff couples play a rousing rendition ofThe Newlywed Game, hosted by our very own Pastor Brian! This is definitelysomething you won't want to miss!
Check out the insert in this Sunday's bulletin!
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MARRIAGE FIRST EVENT
This retreat will be led by Dan and Kay Croy!
This will be held here at the church -- Friday evening & Saturday, Sept. 25& 26!The cost is only $35 per couple and is designed for good marriages that wantto grow and become better!
Tickets are on-sale NOW at the church office or in the Main Foyer afterworship!
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YOUNG ADULT GROUP - NEW MEETING TIME!
Our Young Adult Group currently meets on Sunday evenings at 6pm at KatieEckersley's home! Beginning Sunday, 9/20, they will be moving their meetingtime to 12:30pm, right after the worship service!
Now is a great time to get involved! Please contact Chris or MeganStephens, 313-6557 or email meg_d1@yahoo.com with any questions!
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BAND OF BROTHERS MEN'S 2009 CONFERENCE
Band of Brothers - War!
When: October 9th and 10thFriday 7:00pm-9:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm
Where: First Wesleyan Church - High Point, NC
Who: Andy Lapins - Transfired Ministries Scott Johnson - Christian Comedian and musician Dwain Freeman and the Denton Martial Arts Demo Team - testimonialand demonstration
Tickets on sale in the lobby beginning September 6th or on-line anytime:$25.00 - On or before October 2nd$35.00 - After October 2ndgo to www.BandofBrothersMinistry.com for speaker(s) and program info.
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FIRST RICE - HELP OUR REFUGEE FAMILIES WITH FOOD
When Burmese families arrive it takes 7-12 days for them to get a steadysource of food. We'd like to assist World Relief with feeding thesefamilies.
On Sunday, 10/4 we will be collecting 10 lb+ bags of rice for these refugeefamilies. If you have a membership, Sam's and Costco sell the larger bagsof rice at a good price. Jasmine rice tends to be popular among the Burmese.
There will be a designated spot in the foyer for the rice. We will collectrice on 10/4 only.
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WESLEYAN ACADEMY PTO YARD SALE - THIS SATURDAY!
Saturday, 9/12 - 7am - noon. You can purchase one parking space for $20 ortwo for $35. It's a great way to reduce your clutter and increase your cashflow. If you are interested in purchasing a parking space, you can downloada form from the school website (www.wesed.org). Click on About Wesleyan,click on PTO, then click on PTO Fundraisers. Please return your form andcheck to the main school office.
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FWC HAS A BLOG AND AN ON-LINE CHURCH CALENDAR!
http://firstwesleyan.blogspot.com/
Visit regularly for updates about the church, sermon links, announcementsand news!
CHURCH CALENDAR ON-LINE:http://highpoint.firstwesleyan.org/AboutFWC/ChurchCalendar.aspx