Sermon ScheduleSunday, August 3

Traditions(8:15, 10:45)

Michael Mattox

ConneXion (10:45)

Zach Roberts

Sunday, August 10Traditions

(8:15, 10:45)Zach Roberts

ConneXion (10:45)

Michael Mattox

Pray with us

Sunday, August 17

ConneXion (10:45)

Zach Roberts

Traditions (8:15, 10:45)

Michael Mattox

Sunday, August 24

ConneXion(10:45)

Bart Patton

A newsletter for a community of faith connecting people to God, to each other, and to the world. August 2014

The August prayer focus is for our families and our children from Kindergarten to college who will be going to school

soon.God, bless these children, give

them inquiring minds and discerning hearts. Give them

the gift of joy and wonder. Give them protection and safety,

but most of all, give them the assurance of your unfailing love. Father, we pray for our children

returning to school after summer vacation, we pray for the school administrators and teachers. Father, we boldly ask

that You would grow each child in wisdom and stature and favor

with You. Luke 2: 52

A Calling of Care

Traditions (8:15, 10:45)

Michael Mattox

PRISCILLA HARPER COOK Lives are changed at FUMC Hot Springs when people come to worship God with open hearts and open minds. It is a special place where God uses His Word, brought to us through the Bible, to enter into our hard, troubled and confused hearts, providing them with the light that can fill all willing hearts with new, heavenly riches. My own life was changed and richly blessed twenty-five years ago when I began an in-depth Bible study with Bible Study Fellowship and then continued with our Church’s Disciple Bible Study.Studying and learning God’s Word is a vital part of one’s relationship with God. As God reveals His Truth and as we open our hearts to receive that Truth, our faith grows and our desire to share the love of Christ that we enjoy with others also grows and enables us to increase in our ability to live our lives glorifying God. We are blessed with special gifts from God. Our bodies are like a jar filled with a treasure, and that treasure is the glorious presence of Jesus Christ.

How would you respond if Jesus asked you “Do you truly love me?” Do you really love Jesus? Are you willing to serve Him?

If the answer is yes, and I pray it is, are you ready to serve the Lord in our Church? There are many ways to serve, and you have more God given talents than you know.

Perhaps you might consider becoming a Stephen Minster. This is an excellent opportunity to share your love of Christ with members who are having a difficult time with an illness or a loss of a loved one. As a Stephen Minister you depend on the all-surpassing Power of God as you care for emotional, relational and spiritual needs of your care receiver.

Is Jesus calling you? Do you have a tender spot in your heart for those that are hurting? Do you have the compassion to share the Love of Christ with others? I can tell you from my own personal experience that it is an amazingly rewarding way to share your love of Christ as you assist those so deeply in need.

Our Stephen Ministers are lifting you up in prayer that God will touch your heart and you will respond, “Yes, I want to be a Stephen Minister.”

Applications are being accepted now, and then in the fall you will receive excellent training and preparation. If you need more information ask our pastors or Stephen Minister Leaders – Doug Miller or Bill Cluck.

Sunday, August 31Unity Service

10:45 in SanctuaryDr. Chester Jones

Quarterly UpdateREV. ZACH ROBERTS

Weekly average attendance reached a high of 1,229 in April, with help from strong Holy Week and Easter Sunday services. Our average weekly attendance was 801 in May and 803 in June. These totals include our Sunday worship services, as well as opportunities offered during the week, such as the Open Arms Food Pantry and The Caring Place. We love being able to offer these services. We have also received over 50 new members since January 1st.

As of June 30th, our total income was $857,377.32. This was over $80,000.00 less than we anticipated for the quarter. Even though our expenses were well managed and remained under budget, we still ended the period with a $40,000.00 deficit. Now more than ever, it is important to remember to support the general fund. Please give generously and faithfully through the second half of 2014!

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Christian Sympathy goes to the families of:

Mary Jo DahlJane Cherry

Louise BuhrowShirlie Davis

Virginia Turner SmithLeo GrabeKent Hill

We lift all of these families in prayer at this time.

2015 Church Directory Photos LAUREN ENGLISH

Our Centennial Anniversary Edition of our church directory will be printed this year as we celebrate 100 years in our present location in 2015! FUMC members and families, join us in celebrating this joyous occasion by getting your photo taken Wednesday, July 30-Saturday, August 2nd 2:30-9PM and Wednesday, August 13- Saturday, August 16 2:30-9PM. If you would like to volunteer to be a “friendly face” to help this process move along quickly, please contact Lauren at lenglish@fumchs.com. It would be a great way to get to know your church family! Schedule your photo session online at www.fumchotprings.org and click on 2015 Church Directory, or look for a sign up table in the Welcome Center of the Christian Life Center on Sundays or come into the church office on weekdays. Photos will be taken in rooms 205 - 207 on the second floor of the Christian Life Center. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces in our Centennial Church Directory!

“Be In” at FUMC this Fall!Dear Friends,

It almost seems like summer just began, yet here we are already with vacations winding down for many people, with families shopping for “Back to School” supplies for their children, and First United Methodist Church is welcoming everyone back for exciting fall ministries.

BE IN-SPIRED, BE IN-VOLVED, BE IN CHURCH!

Did you know that 7 out of 10 people who don’t presently attend church have never been invited, yet would come if someone took the time to invite them? This is an important statistic that provides a great opportunity for the church to do our part in reaching out to family and friends who presently are not in a church on a faithful basis.

With this challenge, let’s BE IN to kick off the fall season with these exciting events:

1. Back to School Fish Fry – Sunday, August 24, 2014 at 4:00 pm. Bring your family. There will be plenty of activities for the whole family graciously sponsored by the ushers and family life committee. 2. Unity Sunday – Sunday, August 31st, 2014 at 10:45 am. Celebrate with Haven UMC – their new pastor, our former District Superintendent Dr. Chester Jones preaching3. National Back to Church Sunday – Sunday, September 21, 2014 It’s “Back to School” time, so why not get “Back to Church?” Invite your friends & family!4. Afternoon with the Bishop – Sunday, October 19, 2014 at 4:00 pm. Bishop Gary Mueller will be here sharing an exciting message of spiritual revival. Dinner will be served.

Mark your calendars with these dates to come and bring your friends and family. Most of all be prayerful that the Holy Spirit will open hearts to receive the love of God.

If you have questions, don’t hesitate to contact the church office at 501-623-6668. We hope you will invite your friends and family to join in on these opportunities to BE IN this fall at FUMC!

Be blessed,

Carolyn Elias & Jean LacefieldInvitational Evangelism Committee

Children’s MinistryMICHELLE WILKINS

Vacation Bible School! 2014 & Beyond!Many thanks to all the children and adults who participated and helped make Weird Animals 2014 Vacation Bible School the very best week of the year!!!! We had 183 kids and 92 volunteers!

Special thanks to: Our VBS Directors: Jen Bledsoe- Lead Director; Beth Roberts - Elementary Director; Stephanie Foreman & Laura Whitley – Pre-K Directors; Jenny Patton – Registration; Christy Campbell- Camp 45 Director; Ashley Smith & Haley Villines – decorations, Sally Crain –storytelling decorations; Andrea Hamby & Kristin Shults- Administrative Assistants.

W.A.K. is BACK at First United Methodist Church!Our Wednesday Afternoon Kids program is back this year! We will be picking up kids in grades 1st-3rd grade from Lakeside and Park Elementary afterschool each Wednesday beginning Wednesday, September 3, 201. Kids will ride the church buses with us each week and then parents can pick them up at 5:30pm in the Christian Life Center. We will be using “The Story” rotational curriculum on Wednesdays and Mrs. Sally Crain will be here each week to present the bible story in a FUN and exciting way! Come to learn God’s word through games, Bible stories, crafts and skits! Light snacks will be provided.Registration fee for 1st-3rd grade is $20 per child (per semester) to cover transportation and food costs. Discount $5 per child for families with multiple children participating. Max per family $45. Pre-K & Kindergarten will have an opportunity to hear God's Word on Wednesdays by joining us for "Bible storytime" on Wednesdays from 5:00-5:30pm in the Christian Life Center in room #119.Please go to our website fumchotsprings.org and click on WAK under the children’s page to RESERVE your child's spot for the Wednesday afternoon programming. Register today… it will fill up FAST! CLUB 45 returns to Wednesday afternoons! Woohoo!We will be picking up students in grades 4th & 5th grade from Lakeside and Park each Wednesday beginning Wednesday, September 3, 2014. Students will ride the church buses with us each week and then parents can pick up at 5:30pm in the Christian Life Center. A light snack will be provided each day. CLUB 45 will have daily devotionals, small group sessions and field trips at least once a month to “unknown destinations” in Hot Springs! Come each week to see what surprises are in store for you! Registration fee is $20 per student (per semester) to cover transportation and food costs. (Other fees may apply for off-site trips). Please go to our website fumchotsprings.org and click on CLUB 45 under the children’s page to RESERVE your child's spot for this special afterschool programming just for tweens! Register today… it will fill up FAST! LOOK WHAT’S NEW! Kids MUSIC PROGRAM on Sundays from 5:00-6:30PM! Begins, Sunday, September 7th at 5:30pm. Children’s choir & musical rehearsals, handbells, and more! Watch for more details in the next Messenger!

3rd grade Bible presentation SundayMark your calendars! Sunday, September 7th will be 3rd grade Bible presentation Sunday this year. A long standing tradition of First United Methodist Church is to present third graders with a Bible for we believe all their life questions can be found inside God’s Holy Book. We will present the third graders with their new Bibles in all three worship services. Then, beginning September 14th we will have an 8-week study with them on “How to Use Their Bibles” during the 9:30 AM Sunday school hour.

Kids ROCK begins September 14th, 5-7PM!We believe you're never too young to be the hands and feet of Jesus! FUMC's Kids R.O.C.K. = Kids “Reaching Our Community with Kindness”. Our kick-off event will be held on Sunday, September 14th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in the Christian Life Center for kids ages 4 years - 5th grade (must be 4 as of 8-1-2014). Cost is $2 per child per event, or $14 for the year, this includes your meal each Sunday a FREE t-shirt! We'll have a supper, share planned mission projects for the year. Register online and order t-shirts now through the church website! We meet on the 2nd Sunday of each month!If you are interested in helping with a Kids R.O.C.K. mission project, one time, or every month, we are in need of volunteers! Please contact Michelle Wilkins (501-318-3977) for more information.

Mark your calendars for PROMOTION SUNDAY, August 24th! 9:30AM!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for VBS 2015 EVEREST…

Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty Power!

July 13-16, 2015! 9AM-noon!

August CalendarFriday, August 1Pilates 8:30 AMHo Hum Low impact Exercise 9:00 AMDirectory Photos 2:30 - 9:00 PM

Saturday, August 2Directory Photos 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Sunday, August 3Hendrix College Choir (Both Services)Traditions Worship 8:15 AMSunday School 9:30 AMSunday School J/S 9:30 AMTraditions/ConneXionWorship10:45 AM

Monday, August 4Pilates 8:30 AM

Tuesday, August 5Outreach/Potluck 12:00 PMStephen Ministry Leadership 5:30 PMStephen Ministry Supervision 6:00 PMGenesis Class 6:00 PM

Wednesday, August 6Pilates 8:30 AMHo Hum Low Impact Exercise 9:00 AMRomeo 11:00 AMIntercessory Prayer Group 4:00 PMYouth Summer Wednesday J/S 6:00 PMChancel Choir 6:15 PMConneXion Practice 6:30 PM

Thursday, August 7ConneXion Design Team Mtg.11:00 AM

Friday, August 8Pilates 8:30 AMHo Hum Low Impact Exercise 9:00 AM

Sunday, August 10Early Service Choir Rehearsal 7:45 AMTraditions Worship 8:15 AMSunday School 9:30 AMSunday School J/S 9:30 AMChurch Tour 9:30 AM Chancel Choir Warm up 10:15 AMGrand Central Cafe’ 10:30 AMTraditions/ConneXionWorship10:45 AMUnderground Youth Week J/S Executive Meeting 4:00 PM

Monday, August 11Pilates 8:30 AM

Wednesday, August 13Pilates 8:30 AMHo Hum Low Impact Exercise9:00 AMSenior Saints @ Murry’s 10:00 AMRomeo 11:00 AMKnitwit Meeting 1:30 PMDirectory Photos 2:30 - 9:00 PMIntercessory Prayer Group 4:00 PMChancel Choir Practice 6:15 PMConneXion Practice 6:30 PM

Thursday, August 14ConneXion Design Team 11:00 AMDirectory Photos 2:30 - 9:00 PM Friday, August 15Pilates 8:30 AMHo Hum Low Impact Exercise9:00 AMDirectory Photos 2:30 - 9:00 PM

Saturday, August 16Directory Photos 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday, August 17Early Sunday Choir Rehearsal 7:45 AMTraditions Worship 8:15 AMChapel Communion 9:30 AMSunday School 9:30 AMSunday School J/S 9:30 AMTraditions/ConneXionWorship10:45AM

Monday, August 18Pilates 8:30 AMUMW Board Meeting 1:30 PM

Tuesday, August 19Methodist Men’s Breakfast 7:00 AM

Wednesday, August 20Pilates 8:30 AMHo Hum Low Impact Exercise9:00 AMRomeo 11:00 AMIntercessory Prayer Group 4:00 PMChancel Choir Practice 6:15 PMYouth Summer Wednesday J/S6:00 PMConneXion Practice 6:30 PM

Thursday, August 21ConneXion Design Team 11:00 AM

Friday, August 22Pilates 8:30 AMHo Hum Low Impact Exercise9:00 AM

Sunday, August 24Early Sunday Choir Rehearsal 7:45 AMTraditions Worship 8:15 AMSunday School 9:30 AMSunday School J/S 9:30 AMChancel Choir Warm Up 10:15 AMTraditions/ConneXion Worship10:45 AMBack to School Bash/Fish Fry 5:00 PM

Monday, August 25Pilates 8:30 AM

Wednesday, August 27Pilates 8:30 AMHo Hum Low Impact Exercise 9:00 AMRomeo 11:00 AMIntercessory Prayer Group 4:00 PMChancel Choir Practice 6:15 PMUnderground Kickoff (S) 6:30 PMConneXion Practice 6:30 PM

Thursday, August 28ConneXion Design Team Mtg.11:00 AM

Friday, August 29Pilates 8:30 AMHo Hum Low Impact Exercise 9:00 AM

Sunday, August 31Church Tour 9:30 AMUnity Service (Sanctuary) 10:45 AM

August Calendar Outreach MinistriesCANDY POIRIER

Special GiftsIn Memory of Ricky Green From Byron & Mary Jo Jones From Cathy Kay Bell-Provus From Nitalynn & Bruce SigmanIn Memory of Brown Meredith From Buddy & LaJana Mathis From Jim & Judy Mayes From Ted & Ann Carrithers From Ronald Muse From Larry & Pamela Taylor From Dr. Tim & Cindy EnglishIn Memory of Cindy DeWitt From Dr. & Mrs. Stuart A. Fleischner From Don & Mary Ann Schnipper From Brent & Heather Chalker From Gary & Deb Clymer From Thomas & Stacey Pierce From Brian & Lisa Reilly From Larry & Elizabeth Alderman From Tommy & Blanche Donoho From Nitalynn & Bruce Sigman From Clay & Nina White From Dr. Tim & Cindy EnglishIn Memory of Hattie Hyde From Joseph & Gretta KaufmanIn Memory of Susan Goodrum From Bethy Kay Bell-Provus From Ladies of Book Club/Patricia Tortorich From Ted & Ann Carrithers From Ronald Muse From Weenie French From Nitalynn & Bruce Sigman From Dr. Tim & Cindy EnglishIn Memory Violet Isaacks From Jim & Suzy Burton From Clay & Nina WhiteIn Memory of Claudia Van Deusen From Lu Ann VogelIn Memory of Ruth Replogle From O’Brien – Thornton Circle From Clay & Nina WhiteIn Memory of Shirlie Davis (Mother of Mary Beth Vowell) From Carol Sue & Alan WootenIn Memory of Ed & Jane Cherry (Parents of Sharon Cissell) From Bob & Thea Mathis From Bonnie McDonald From Jim & Jane RandallIn Memory of Mary Jo Dahl From Craig & Tracy Keaton From Bill & Barnard Cluck From Clay & Nina White From Helen M Southard From Dr. Tim & Cindy EnglishIn Memory of Louise Buhrow From Jim & Suzi Buhrow From Barbara Mahoney From Clay & Nina White

Grand Central Cafe—August 10

We will host another brunch on Sunday, August 10th in the Christian Life Center’s Shelton Room from 10:30AM to 12:30PM. Tickets purchased in advance are $9 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets not purchased in advance will be $11 at the door for adults. You may purchase your ticket on Sunday mornings 2 weeks prior or from the church office during the week. The Invitational Evangelism team is hosting the brunch and will use proceeds for upcoming events here at the church. Please come and support this ministry and enjoy the food and fellowship. Menu includes Scrambled eggs, Melon Basket, Bacon, French Toast Breakfast Casserole, Hashbrowns, Maple Glazed Ham, Tossed Green Salad with House Dressing, assorted juices, Make Your Own Waffles, and Made to Order Omelettes.

Senior Saints at Murry’s Dinner PlayhouseLet’s go see “Oklahoma!” at Murry’s in Little Rock, Wednesday, August 13th. We will leave the church at 10:00AM for the 12:30PM for lunch there and matinee. This is one of the most popular musicals in American theatrical history. Tickets are $35. Call Candy Poirier at 623-6668 if you would like to reserve your ticket. Looking forward to an afternoon of fun and fellowship!

The 1974 Hendrix College Choir will be singing in the 8:15 and 10:45 Traditions worship services on August 3rd. The choir will be under the direction of Richard Scott, who is a United Methodist choir director in Charleston, South Carolina. I will be accompanying the choir and Richard and I will be performing four-hand duets for the organ during the services. This group toured Europe in the summer of 1974 under the direction of the late Robert McGill, singing in cathedrals and other venues in Romania, Austria and Italy. During the tour, the choir visited Florence, Venice, Vienna and other cities, traveling on the Orient Express train across Europe. For further information please contact Lynne Crow at l.crow@yahoo.com.

1974 Hendrix Choir to Lead WorshipLYNNE CROW

LESLEE JONESChild Development Center Summer Happenings

Ayyyyyoooo!!! That was the island call that was heard a few weeks ago at Camp Jam-A-Lotta! Over 60 campers and 17 Teachers/Counselors were on hand for this exciting week of Christ-centered musical fun and adventure. We sang, played recorders, rang the hand chimes, and even made some cool crafts along the way. This was the 8th Camp Jam-A-Lotta that FUMC has offered, which makes me feel REALLY old. Some of the kids attended the camp each year that they were eligible without missing a year. It’s awesome that we’re able to have such a great opportunity for our kids. I would like to thank the teachers that were in charge of each group. Katherine Combs and Sheree O’Rorke led the recorders, Kelley Lovelady led the choral room, Dr. Ron Hall with help from Anne Lowerre led the hand chimes, and Kristen Lovelady and Kristin Shults led the art room. We also had 11 other counselors that made sure the campers were where they were supposed to be and helped out anyway they could. There is no way we could have a camp like this without the volunteers we have. They worked so hard. THANK YOU!!!! Now, we look forward to Camp Jam-A-Lotta 2015 (#9). Until then, AYYYYYYYOOOOOO!!!

UNDERGROUND S WORSHIP ARTS TO START BACK SEPTEMBER 7th!!!If you’re going into grades 9-12, put this date on your calendar or phone. We will begin Underground Worship Arts Team on September 7th, 5:30pm in the Choir Room. Last year’s team is coming off a fun trip to the Dallas/ Ft. Worth area where we visited 5 uniquely different worship services. We had a chance to be “on the other side” of worship, and we learned A LOT from the trip. This year we have a new group of 9th graders coming up that will want to join Worship Arts Team, along with last year’s group, and anyone else who wants to come. So, if you can circle one of these: I like to Sing, Play an Instrument, Enjoy Skits , Drama, or Reading, Set Design, Technology, or the creative process that happens when a group like this gets together, then you’ll want to be there September 7th!!! This is a unique group of students that design, plan, and execute worship. How it’s done is determined a lot by who’s there. Come check it out September 7th!!!

AUDIO/VISUAL VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED FOR THE CONNEXIONIf you enjoy the “technological” side of life, come by and see me Sunday mornings, or give me a call at 501.623.6668 Ext 107. The ConneXion still needs a few volunteers to assist with our A/V needs during the service. Basic computer knowledge is helpful, other than that, we’ll train you. Give me a shout now, and be a part of this important ministry.

MIKE LOVELADYMike’s Mic

Visits to the center by Emergency First Responders, Camp Jam-A-Lotta, a field trip, and a weekly reading program are just some of the activities CDC children are experiencing this summer. Fire fighters from the Hot Springs Fire Department brought a fire truck to the CDC and allowed preschool and school-age children to climb into the truck and explore its contents. They also discussed with the children the work they do to keep people in the community safe. Later, the school-age children took a walking field trip to the Hot Springs Fire Department to deliver cookies as a “thank you” for the visit by the fire fighters. Two officers from the Hot Springs Police Department’s K-9 Unit and their two dogs, Keena and Raven visited the children. First, the children got to meet Raven who is the newest member of the K-9 Unit. Then Keena demonstrated an article search by finding a quarter in the grass. Even the toddlers and the older infants enjoyed this experience as they watched the dogs from afar. The older infants were brought to the demonstration area in the Bye-Bye Buggy which was purchased last year with the proceeds from the Applebee’s Flapjack Breakfast fund raiser which many members

of FUMC enjoyed. Thanks FUMC! After the visit by the two groups of First Responders, the school-age children came to the center dressed as a First Responder. Guess what? Each of them dressed as a police officer! Seven school-age children attended Camp Jam-A-Lotta and were excited about learning to play musical instruments and to learn new songs. One of the CDC campers was chosen to sing a solo when the group sang during the Connection Service. Again, thanks FUMC for including the CDC children in this fantastic musical experience. Literacy is also a part of the summer activities as preschool and school-age children are participating in a weekly reading program from the Garland County Library. Through weekly drawings, children are awarded prizes. The CDC has openings in all age groups for the new program year which begins on August 18. Contact LesLee Jones, Director, at 318-1377 for registration information.

Underground Youth BART PATTON

SUNDAY, AUGUST 10THARKANSAS TRAVELERS BASEBALL + DINNER | J & S | 4-10:30 PM | $20

MONDAY, AUGUST 11THSLIP & SLIDE & WATER WARS | J & S | 1-3:30 PM | FREEGHOST HUNTING AT THE GURDON LIGHT | S ONLY | 8-11:30 PM | FREE

TUESDAY, AUGUST 12THYOUTH WEEK BREAKFAST | S ONLY | 9 AM | $10OPEN ARMS FOOD PANTRY MISSION | J & S | 1-4 PM | FREEPOOL PARTY | J ONLY | 7-9 PM | FREE

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13THYOUTH WEEK BREAKFAST | J ONLY | 9 AM | $10OUTDOOR MOVIE | J & S | 6-9 PM | FREE

THURSDAY, AUGUST 14THFLOAT/TUBE THE CADDO | J & S | 10-4 PM | $20

FRIDAY, AUGUST 15THBROOMBALL & LUNCH IN LITTLE ROCK | J & S | 9-2 PM | $30

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Covenant Bible Study Starting in September

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New FUMC Members and Baptisms

“We are a community of faith, connecting people to God, to each other, and to the world.”

Cherry & Wayne Ogburn Dick & Cindy KelloggBaptism of Thomas & Teresa McCarley, son and daughter of James

& Erin, with older sister Clara