July 2016

JULY 2016 / Volume 50 / Issue 7

Jesus said,

“Let the little children come to me, and

do not hinder them, for the kingdom

of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14 (NIV)

Author Stephen Covey tells about an expedition where several people were furiously hacking their way through a thick jungle — machete in hand. At one point, someone climbed a tree and said, “Wait a minute, wrong jungle!” The people on the ground kept right on hacking. “Who cares, we’re making good time.”

When you are hacking your way through work deadlines, family activities, relational issues, financial pressures, and physical problems, you don’t have time to stop and look up. It’s a jungle out there. You must keep flailing away, even if you’ve lost track of your direction.

Whenever life feels like that, you’ve lost something crucial to the expedition: balance. Somehow the pace of life has overtaken the grace of life. In the quest to get things done, everything has been reduced to a job, and you catch yourself saying under your breath, “It just doesn’t feel fun anymore.”

That’s when it’s time to climb a tree. Erin Callan went on a climb when she realized her job had taken over her life. A former CFO at Lehman Brothers, Callan described her jungle in a New York Times op-ed.

I didn’t start out with the goal of devoting all of myself to my job. It crept in overtime.Eachyearthatwentby,slightmodificationsbecamethenewnormal. First, I spent a half-hour on Sunday organizing my email, to-do list, and calendar to make Monday morning easier. Then I was working a few hours on Sunday, then all day. My boundaries slipped away until work was all that was left.

At some point, we all need to put the machete down, rise above our current situation, and take a broad view. Our lives were never meant to be reduced to our jobs or a series of tasks. God created us to be playful, creative, loving, and purposeful. These attributes flourish when spread across a variety of areas — spiritual, physical, intellectual, and relational. If all we do is hack away, we lose the beautiful balance God designed for our lives.

If you or someone you know feels overworked, over-stimulated, or over-committed, you’re going to love the message series this July. Together, let’s climb a tree and discover the right jungle.

With Grace,

PHONE 217.793.9760WWW.SPRINGFIELDFIRST.ORG

PASTORAL STAFF

Dr. Roger Ross | Lead Pastor

Rev. Mike Whitaker | Pastor

Rev. Nicole Cox | Pastor

MINISTRY STAFF

Brennan Pappas | Director of Technical Arts

Carli Burton | Director of Adult Education & Senior Ministries

Dennie Canny | Facilities Manager

Chantel Corrie | Director of Connections

Chase Carlisle | Director of Contemporary Music Ministries

Elyssa Carlisle | Director of Youth Choir & Handbells Ministries

Lana Salomonson | Executive Director

Matt Cleveland | Director of StudentLife

Nancy Angulo | Director of KidLife Ministry

Dr. See Tsai Chan | Director of New Life Choir & Handbells Ministries

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Aaron Havard | Information Technology

Holly Taylor | Accountant

Jenny Hutcherson | Admin. Assistant

Pam Long | Financial Secretary

Sharon Sweeney | Executive Assistant

STAFF emails:First initial and Last [email protected]

Our church staff is here to help each of us live as a disciple of Jesus Christ who transforms the world. Feel free to contact them.

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GO CLIMB A TREE

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JULY 9/10: GEAR CHECK

JULY 16/17: DON’T LOOK DOWN

JULY 23/24: REMEMBER TO BREATHE

JULY 30/31: ONE FOOT IN FRONT OF THE OTHER

Prayer Retreat at the Chiara CenterSATURDAY, JULY 16, AT 1:00-4:30pm

This is an opportunity for solitude, to calm your spirit and satisfy your soul. There are no special qualifications or minimum age required, only the desire to have a conversation with God. You may want to walk the beautiful grounds or sit quietly in a peaceful setting. If you’ve been trying to hear from God about a topic in your life, this just might be the opportunity you need. We will gather for a brief orientation at 1:00pm and come together again for a quick recap before 4:30pm. There is no cost. A free will offering will be received. The Chiara Center is located at 4875 LaVerna Road on the northeast side of Springfield. For more information, contact Sharon Sweeney at [email protected] or 793-9760 x131.

M E S S A G E S E R I E S


E V E N T S

THE GLOBAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT will be returning to Springfield First on August 11 and 12.

Register at www.springfieldfirst.org and enter code PREMIER16.

Springfield First attendees can register for $89, but the

price goes up to $119 on July 12; the normal rate is $209.

To volunteer (and pay an even more reduced rate)

or for more information, contact Sharon Sweeney

at [email protected] or 793-9760 x131.

REASONS TO ATTEND

The Summit is a proven

tool that produces

compelling outcomes

for leaders who attend.

You will be presented

with many opportunities

to sharpen your skills

and develop the

people you lead.

Independent research conducted by Excellence in Giving

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Schedule

CT-Central Time | PT-Pacific Time | ET-Eastern Time | MT-Mountain Time Schedule subject to change

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Thursday, August 11 8:30am-4:30pm (CT/PT) | 9:30am-5:30pm (ET/MT)

Friday, August 12 8:30am-4:30pm (CT/PT) | 9:30am5:30pm (ET/MT)

Session 1 8:30-9:45am (CT/PT) | 9:30-10:45am (ET/MT)

Session 5 8:30-10:30am (CT/PT) | 9:30-11:30am (ET/MT)

45 MIN BREAK 9:45-10:30am |10:45-11:30am 30 MIN BREAK 10:30-11:00am | 11:30-12:00pm

Session 2 10:30-12:15pm (CT/PT) | 11:30am-1:15pm (ET/MT)

Session 6 11:00am-12:15pm (CT/PT) | 12:00pm-1:15pm (ET/MT)

75 minute LUNCH 12:15pm-1:30pm | 1:15pm-2:30pm 75 minute LUNCH 12:15pm-1:30pm | 1:15-2:30pm

Session 3 1:30-3:00pm (CT/PT) | 2:30-4:00pm (ET/MT)


30 MIN BREAK 3:00-3:30pm | 4:00-4:30pm 30 MIN BREAK 3:00-3:30pm | 4:00-4:30pm



GLS

Offering

Offering Set-up

Bill Hybels John Maxwell Erin Meyer Chris McChesney

T.D. Jakes Melinda Gates

Travis Bradberry Jossy Chacko Horst Schulze

Wilfredo de Jesus

Danielle Strickland

Patrick Lencioni

Alan Mulally

S C H E D U L E

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WELLNESS FAIR

BODY & SOUL

Enjoy this FREE Wellness Fair!Saturday, July 9th from 10:00am – 1:00pm

The Outlet, 2525 South 12th Street, Springfield

A healthy life-balance involves wellness in all areas of life – body, mind, and spirit. We are inviting the Springfield community to enjoy FREE music, food, games and an inflatable obstacle area at this Body & Soul Wellness Fair. There will

also be FREE screenings, support and spiritual services provided.

Medical volunteers are still needed to help with dental, hearing, vision, and general health. Non-medical volunteers can be utilized in areas of marketing, give-aways, registration, refreshments, children’s ministry, prayer team, follow-up, set-up, and take down. We are inviting organizations from

the community to provide services, and we are teaming up with church leaders from the area to make this event meaningful for the community. For more information, or to volunteer,

contact Chantel Corrie at [email protected] or 793-9760 x126.

BODY HEALTH SCREENSVision

HearingGlucose

Blood Pressure Physical Therapy

MIND SUPPORTSmoking Cessation

Mental HealthHealthy on a Budget

Cooking Demonstrations

RAISE YOUR SPIRITPrayer

MeditationYouth Christian Programs

PrizesGiveaways


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S E R V I N G & M I S S I O N S

Springfie ld First Represented at Meals-on-Wheels in MayMany thanks to all those volunteers

who represented Springfield First during

the weeks of May 16 and May 23.

Those two weeks were our church’s

commitment to this project.

The Senior Services are seeking volunteers

to deliver the meals. If anyone would like

to volunteer, even one day a week, it would

be greatly appreciated. If you would like

to become a volunteer, please contact

Sara Powell at the Senior Services of

Central Illinois at 528-4035 x124.

Thank you to those Springfield First

members who participated this past May:

Darlene Greenwood

Shirley Major

Marilyn Raney

Virginia Maxwell

Karen Markey

Nancy Wirth

Gene & Cathy Apel

Jim & Kris Stricker

Thanks also to those who helped the

volunteers as they delivered the meals.

~ Mary & Bill Daugherty

GENEROSITYDuring Adventure Bible Camp, we had a friendly

competition to see whether the boys or the

girls would bring in the most money for the

Clean Water Project (the boys won!). The kids

collected $2,478.23! That means nearly 2,500

people will have clean water because of the

generosity of our children! In addition, they

collected items

for health kits to

be handed out at

the Body & Soul

Wellness Fair

and put the kits

together with

their families

at the end

of ABC.

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JUNE 13-17ADVENTURE BIBLE CAMP WEEK

Adventure Bible Camp was a rock solid blast! Each day was filled

with powerful Bible experiences, singing, games, snacks, and fun Bible

memory buddies that taught us important truths from God’s Word.

Thank you to over 130 volunteers whohelped make this a great week for children to learn about Jesus!

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HELLO, FIRST LOOK FRIENDS!Preschoolers will continue learning about God’s creation through fun activity stations! They will learn how God made the world and His very special creation: us! He made us to have a relationship with Him!

SUMMERXTREME

FUNC A M P I N G M I N I ST RY F O R C H I L D R E N & Y O U T H

Back to School Bash!Sunday, August 28, at 11:30am Kick off the new school year at the Back-to-School Bash for kids and their families. Lots of bounce houses, games, and activity stations will give kids tons of activities to take part in. We will also be having a back-to-school supply drive for local after-school outreach programs that help children through tutoring and mentoring activities. For more information about these programs, check out The Matthew Project at www.matthewproject.com and the Urban League at www.springfieldul.org.

WEEKEND PROGRAMSWe are continuing to focus on faith in July! Our hope is that kids discover that no matter where they are in the world, the story of Jesus can change them.

KIDLIFE’S XTREME SUMMER We are going to have summer fun while learning how Jesus can change us!

JULY 31 – AUGUST 6:Beyond Zebra –

Dr. Seuss Camp · Grades 1-5 (Pastor Nicole will be

assisting at this camp!)

Campers Guide to the Galaxy · Grades 6-9

Fueled · Grades 4-6

Summer camp is a great way for kids to meet new friends while having a blast! Kids can learn new skills and have fun with lots of outdoor activities and wacky, outrageous, sensational, kid-relevant programming centered on God’s love and purpose for them! This summer, we are very excited to be sending kids to Little Grassy summer camp in Makanda, IL.

There are so many different themes created for specific age groups at each camp offered. Scholarships are available.

helped make this a great week for children to learn about Jesus!

For more information about KidLife, please contact Nancy Angulo at 793-9760 x227 or [email protected].

For more information, to register for these events, or to receive updates about StudentLife, contact Matt Cleveland at [email protected] or 793-9760 x124.

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Summer @ StudentLife

STUDENTSWe want you to stay connected throughout the summer! We know the summer months are a mixed bag of “lots going on” and “absolutely nothing to do”! We want to help fill some of those gaps! So if you’re not connected through a Sunday morning ministry (Junior/High school class, youth choir, etc.) and want to stay connected with what’s going on at StudentLife, check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or Snapchat! You can also join a Student Summer email list by contacting StudentLife Director Matt Cleveland at [email protected]!

PARENTSWe are going to have a variety of summer activities planned throughout the summer! If you are not currently on our StudentLife Parent email list, please use one of these methods to sign up: online at springfieldfirst.org via the “Youth” page, or by contacting StudentLife Director Matt Cleveland at [email protected]. We want to be sure you are up-to-date with everything happening this summer!

BEACH WEEK: JULY 2-8 Students will be going to Myrtle Beach, SC, for a week of spiritual building and growth. Please pray for our students during this time.

Sunday Night FUSION will resume in the fall. We had a blastat our end-of-the-school-year celebration on June 12.

CLASS OPPORTUNITIESDisciple I Fast TrackWednesdays, September 7 to November 23 (Old Testament) and January 11 to March 29 (New Testament)6:30-7:45pm

Disciple I is an excellent survey of the Bible and will be led by Scott Phillips. Disciple I remains a prerequisite to all other Disciple classes. The cost of the books are $35.00.

Disciple Class: Jesus in the GospelsWednesdays, September 7 to April 19 (includes time off for holidays) | 6:30-8:30pm

This 30-week study of all four gospels will led by Matt Franklin. Disciple I is NOT a prerequisite to taking this class, although as an in-depth special studies class it does requires homework. The cost of the workbook is $40.00.

SHORT-TERM CLASSES: Half Truths: God Helps Those Who Help Themselves and Other Things the Bible Doesn’t Say, by Adam HamiltonSundays, September 18 to October 23 | 10:30-11:30am

Led by Milt McClure, this study will be an educational and fun ride to get to the wisdom found in Scripture.

Get Acquainted with Your Bible, by Gary L. Ball-KilbourneTuesdays, September 6 to October 25 | 6:30-7:30pm

Taught by Max Webster, this 8-session study is ideal for anyone who would like to learn more about how to use the Bible.

NEW MEMBERS CLASSWednesday, July 27 | Rooms 5/6, 6:30-8:00pm

Meet others who are new to the church family! This is a great opportunity to ask questions of the pastors to

understand the meaning of membership in this faith community. This is an informal class about the mission,

vision, and core values of the Springfield First faith community. The New Members class is open to individuals

who have completed the G6 class and want to pursue membership at Springfield First.

Interested? Contact Chantel Corrie at [email protected] or 793-9760 x126.

C L A S S E S

IBT Class is celebrating its 64th anniversary this year!The IBT Sunday School Class was organized in 1952. Sadly, during this last year, five members have passed away. We have been blessed, however, with nine new members. Our present active membership is 64, matching our 64th anniversary. We are also blessed to have Dr. Pat Eggers serving as our teacher during spring, summer, and fall, and Reverend Dr. Shotwell teaching us during the winter. The couple in the class married the longest is Mel and Peggy Smith, having celebrated their 68th anniversary. The couple most recently married are Keith and Marian Wright, 19-year celebrants.

Keith Wright ~ Member of IBT for 40 years

Research shows that study of the Bible is one of the necessities for

growth and sustained faith as a Christian. We encourage you to find

a class that would be helpful for you. Please sign up in the Atrium or

online at www.springfieldfirst.org.

Contact: Carli Burton, [email protected] or 793-9760 x121.

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S E N I O R M I N I S T R I E S O P P O R T U N I T I E SFor information regarding Senior Ministries’ events or trips, or if you or a loved one are moving to a care facility, please contact Carli Burton at [email protected] or 793-9760 x121.

Non-invasive screening will be held in the Community Life Center (gym). You may choose individual screenings or a package. Register now before it is open to the public.

When: Tuesday, September 13Where: First United Methodist ChurchTo Register: Contact Laura at 636-399-4753 or [email protected].

The first five members of FUMC to register will get a free stroke screening valued at $70.

On Saturday, August 13, we will go to St. Louis to the STAGES at the Kent Center for Theatre Arts, a theater in an intimate setting, inside, and air-conditioned. They are bringing back one of their most frequently requested shows, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE. It is a laugh-a-minute script and one show-stopping song and dance number after another. It all begins when a die-hard musical theater fan decides to play his favorite cast album in his small brownstone apartment – a 1928 smash hit called “The Drowsy Chaperone.” The show magically bursts to life before him as audiences areinstantly transported to an earlier time and place and immersed in the glamorous and hilarious tale of a celebrity bride and her uproarious wedding day, complete with gangsters, mistaken identities, an off-course aviatrix, and an uplifting ride to the rafters.We depart on a luxury coach at 1:30pm from the church parking lot for a 4:00pm show time. We have rows 3 through 6! The cost is $68.00 for transportation and the Broadway show. We will dine at the Cracker Barrel in Troy, IL, on our trip home. Please sign up in the Atrium or on our website at www.springfieldfirst.org. We need 40 people to make this trip possible.

OPEN TO ALL ADULT AGES! DAY TRIP TO SEE THE DROWSY CHAPERONE

U P C O M I N G E V E N T S : Wednesday, September 14: Cardinals/Cubs Game 12:45pm

Friday, September 30: Barn II Theatre Cast in Forever Plaid at Washington, ILSunday, October 16: St. Norbert’s Homemade Sunday Dinner

Attention: Life Line ScreeningEarly detection is the key to prevention of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.

The Complete Wellness Package (recommended for anyone over 50 or age 40+ with the following risk factors: smoking, obesity, hypertension, or family history of stroke, diabetes or heart disease)

Includes the following for a discounted price of $139:

• Stroke/Carotid Artery Screening (individual screening: $70)

• Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening (individual screening: $60)

• Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening (individual screening: $70)

• Osteoporosis Risk Assessment (individual screening was regularly $60, but is now FREE!)

• Heart Rhythm Screening (individual screening: $70)


S E N I O R M I N I S T R I E S O P P O R T U N I T I E SFor information regarding Senior Ministries’ events or trips, or if you or a loved one are moving to a care facility, please contact Carli Burton at [email protected] or 793-9760 x121.

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S C H E D U L E O F E V E N T S July 15

Summer Breakfast8:30am - IHOP on Wabash Avenue

July 29-31MISSION u 2016 and

Young Women’s Mission Event WeekendNorthfield Inn & Suites

July 31-August 3MISSION u 2016 Weekday Event

Northfield Inn & Suites

August 19Summer Breakfast

8:30am - IHOP on Wabash Avenue

September 14Fall Gathering

Auburn United Methodist Women

LYDIA AND RACHEL CIRCLEThe Circles will not be meeting during the months of June, July, and August.

JUNE 3 — BIRTHDAY LUNCHEONTo honor all birthdays, we celebrated in the month of June with a wonderful lunch, followed by cake and ice cream. Our guest speaker was Dawn Morris, the Executive Director of the Elizabeth Ann Seton Program at HSHS St. John’s Hospital. She delivered a lively presentation about the mentoring program for young pregnant women. The program and all its efforts made to encourage the women to get their GEDs, further their education, and have parenting/work help and training was well-received.

United Methodist Women do not meet for monthly luncheon during July or August. Our fall luncheons will begin in September.

MISSION U 2016: JULY 29 – 31 / JULY 31 – AUGUST 3The United Methodist Women of the Illinois Great Rivers Conference is sponsoring the 2016 MISSION u, entitled “That All May Have Life,” at the Northfield Inn in Springfield. If you are a young woman interested in being involved in the Youth program, “Joining Voices for Climate Justice: A Study for Youth,” please contact President Crystal Russell at 801-2573 for details.

SUMMER BREAKFASTSSummer breakfasts are scheduled for July 15 and August 19 at IHOP on Wabash Avenue at 8:30am. Call Crystal Russell at 801-2573 for a reservation. Come and have breakfast with us – we love visiting with new people!

QUILTING / SEWING / KNITTING / CROCHETING GROUPThe quilting group is encouraging anyone with any type of sewing, quilting, crocheting, knitting, or other project to join them for a day full of fun activity. It’s the 3rd Thursday in the month at 10:15am to 2:30pm. Bring your lunch and meet in Rooms 5/6.

We lc ome · The purpose of United Methodist Women is stated in these words: “The organized unit of United Methodist Women shall be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.” Our group extends a warm welcome to all women of the church be a part of any activity, luncheon, meeting, or event. Love, Faith, and Hope.

C H U R C H N E W S


S T A F F N E W S

Renewing The SoulForthelastfewyears,ourchurchleadershiphasofferedmea two-week study break in the summer. It provides a set-aside timetoread,reflect,pray,andprepareforthecomingministryyear. Those weeks have been a soul saver. However, after nearly 9 years of serving this incredible congregation, I have sensed the need for a longer time away to experience a deeper renewal. OurStaffParishRelationsCommitteeandourAdministrativeBoard have graciously approved a two-month Renewal Leave. The leave will begin on Sunday, July 17 and will end on Tuesday, September 20. Duringthistime,Iwillbeoutoftheofficeandawayfromemail,although I will be back for the Global Leadership Summit we are hosting this year on August 11-12. WhileIamaway,ourexcellentpastorsandstaffwillworkwithour stellar lay leaders and many faithful members to grow the church and handle ministry needs as they arise. A number of people are considering how they can step up to help things run smoothly. We are very blessed to have so many dedicated servant leaders. Please know how deeply grateful I am for the gift of this Renewal Leave and for those who have graciously agreed to carry a larger load to make it possible. Gratefully Yours,

I LL INOIS GREAT R IVERS ANNUAL CONFERENCE RECAP“The Fields are Ripe for the Harvest” was the theme for the Illinois Great Rivers Annual Conference on June 8-11, 2016 at the Peoria Civic Center. This year’s conference celebrated the 46 years of ministry of Bishop Jonathan D. Keaton, who will be retiring Aug. 31 after 20 years as bishop in the North Central Jurisdiction and 4 years in our Conference.

As part of the celebration of Keaton’s ministry, the conference is completing a $1 million “Making Dreams Possible Scholarship” campaign for Africa University, which has been named the Bishop Jonathan and Mrs. Beverly Keaton Endowment funded by the Illinois Great Rivers Conference. With full endowment, eight scholarships will be given to AU students annually into perpetuity. Through generous offerings at Annual Conference, the campaign is just $71,000 shy of its goal.

The Conference also overwhelmingly approved a $2.5 million campaign to endow the spiritual life programs of the conference’s five child-serving ministries – The Baby Fold, Chaddock, Cunningham Children’s Home, Lessie Bates Davis Neighborhood House and the United Methodist Children’s Home. The campaign will run from Jan. 1, 2017 to Dec. 31, 2019. The five agencies have had to rely upon benevolent giving as the Illinois General Assembly has failed to pass a budget since July 2014, causing many agencies to lay off personnel as they await payment from the state.

The conference laity collected $4,943 for the John Kofi Asmah School in Liberia. The school, located in West Point section of Monrovia, was built by IGRC laity and annual offerings have been taken to furnish the building since its opening in 2011.

Other special offerings included $5,938 for the 2017 Holy Land Pilgrimage for this year’s newly-ordained pastors and $7,164 for the Tom Brown Scholarship at Wiley College.

Four elders were ordained and one associate member was approved. Eight provisional elders and one provisional deacon were commissioned. One deaconess was consecrated through United Methodist Women.

A total of 33 pastors with a combined service of 959.75 years retired. Membership of the 839 UM churches in the southern three-fourths of Illinois stands at 127,052 in 2015, down 2,535 from 2014. Worship attendance stands at 57,620, down 1,580. Church school attendance stands at 18,121, down 431. Professions or reaffirmations of faith for 2015 is 1,948, up 33.

NEW FACILITIES MANAGER

Please welcome Dennie Canny as Springfield First’s part-time Facilities Manager! He will be working closely with Lana Salomonson, Executive Director, to keep the facility in tip-top shape. He and his wife Margie have been members at SFUMC since 1998. They usually attend the Saturday evening service.

Dennie’s daughter Rachel and her husband John Coleman are members here too, along with their daughter Haddie. Dennie’s son Ryan and his wife Michelle live in St. Peter’s, Missouri. Dennie is a retired high school principal from Rochester. He also has been a principal at Litchfield High School. He has a master’s degree in educational administration from UIS. He enjoys golfing, Cardinal baseball (Lana is trying to convert him to be a Cubs fan), and spending time with his granddaughter.

D E N N I E C A N N Y

Financial Giving Updates First United Methodist Church

In an effort to more effectively serve the church body we are posting our financial report at the following web

address. This will permit the church to update our financial information in a more timely manner and provide more

immediate access when desired. The financial information can be found at the following address:

https://goo.gl/a1CDjQ

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JUly REAL ScripturesP s a l m s

July 1 – Psalm 20July 2 – Psalm 21July 3 – Psalm 22:1-15July 4 – Psalm 22:16-31July 5 – Psalm 23July 6 – Psalm 24July 7 – Psalm 25:1-10July 8 – Psalm 25:11-22July 9 – Psalm 26July 10 – Psalm 27July 11 – Psalm 28

July 12 – Psalm 29July 13 – Psalm 30July 14 – Psalm 31:1-12July 15 – Psalm 31:13-24July 16 – Psalm 32July 17 – Psalm 33:1-11July 18 – Psalm 33:12-22July 19 – Psalm 34:1-11July 20 – Psalm 34:12-22July 21 – Psalm 35:1-14

July 22 – Psalm 35:15-28July 23 – Psalm 36July 24 – Psalm 37:1-13July 25 – Psalm 37:14-27July 26 – Psalm 37:28-40July 27 – Psalm 38:1-11July 28 – Psalm 38:12-22July 29 – Psalm 39July 30 – Psalm 40July 31 – Psalm 41

B a p t i s m sWelcome to God’s family:

Kendall Christine ClaytonHazel Amelia Talkington

Thor Abel George Talkington

D E A T H SPlease hold in prayer the families

of these precious people:

Laurene Wilson

Our time in this world doesn’t last forever, but our influence can. As you plan for the future,

prayerfully consider tithing 10% of your estate to the church for which Jesus gave his life.

Is Jesus in your will?

To receive Tidings via mail OR email, contact the main office at 793-9760.Connect with us online at www.springfieldfirst.org for more resources.

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Upcoming Events

JULY 4 — Building Closed

9 — Body & Soul Wellness Fair at The Outlet (10:00am – 1:00pm)

16 — Prayer Retreat at the Chiara Center (1:00pm)

27 — New Members Class (6:30pm)

AUGUST 4 — FUMC Night at the Sliders game (6:35pm)

11-12 — Global Leadership Summit (8:30am-4:30pm)

21 — Starting Point (11:30am)

28 — Back-to-School Bash (11:30am)

July 2016

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