COMING UP SOON
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Methodist Attic Rummage Sale
Sept. 19-21, 2019 It's our 11th Annual Sale! Head here for more information, or to sign-up to help! |
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Disciple Bible Study Group
Meets Thursday nights, 7:30-9pm Join to learn more about the great stories of the Bible in Genesis, Exodus, Luke & Acts. The study began Sept. 5, but it's not too late to jump in! Contact Pastor Lisa (pastorlisa@fumclg.org) for more information. |
Parent's Conversation Group
Meets Tuesday mornings, 8:30-10am We are starting a new parent's conversation group this fall in the Chapel, particularly for Preschool & PDO parents, to talk with each other about finding balance in our lives, twice a month beginning Sept. 10 & 24. We will discuss stories of Bible persons who struggled to find balance, and then share from our lives over coffee and donuts. Contact Pastor Lisa (pastorlisa@fumclg.org) for more information. |
Weekly Small Groups this Fall
Wednesday Parents Group 4:45-5:30pm, with Peggy (childcare provided!) Watercolor Art Class Tuesday mornings Yoga Classes Monday morning & evening Thursday morning Photography Class Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm, beginning in October, led by Art Hill |
October Adult Mission Trip
Oct. 20-24, 2019
Head to Jonesville, VA, to serve with the Appalachia Service Project. We'll drive down Sunday, work on home repair projects Monday-Wednesday, and head home Thursday. Cost is $200. Contact Peggy to sign-up or for more information (children@fumclg.org)
Oct. 20-24, 2019
Head to Jonesville, VA, to serve with the Appalachia Service Project. We'll drive down Sunday, work on home repair projects Monday-Wednesday, and head home Thursday. Cost is $200. Contact Peggy to sign-up or for more information (children@fumclg.org)
FUMC LaGrange Task Force updates -
Following the Task Force meeting July 11, it was decided to address a few of the questions which came up on Sunday, July 7, when the lay and clergy members who attended Annual Conference in June, gave a presentation.
Question 1. If and when the time comes for possible disaffiliation, will the congregation be able to vote?
Response: Yes, if there is ever the need for a vote in the future, the proposal for a change in affiliation will come before a Special Church Conference.
Question 2. How would the name change?
Response: Exactly how the name would change is unclear at this time. However, there is strong hope and belief that “Methodist” would still be part of the name, as has been the case with denominational changes in the past.
Upcoming:
At the direction of the June session of Annual Conference, an Exploration Team was formed by Bishop Sally Dyck for the purpose of exploring our future as an Annual Conference, in light of the passing of the Traditional Plan at General Conference 2019. According to information received this past week, a report by this team will be given at the special session of Annual Conference, Nov. 16, 2019. The report will include an initial statement defining who we are as a Conference, with the values we share and that most closely define us. This statement will help determine how to propose aligning and moving forward, when the time comes after General Conference 2020. A process for feedback and comments to the Exploration Team will be initiated following the November 16 meeting.
Also Upcoming:
Leadership Institute 2019 at the UM Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, KS. September 25-27, 2019. The focus for this year’s institute is aimed at preparing folks to navigate and lead congregations and annual conferences for any future changes around LGBTQ ministry. First UMC La Grange will be represented by Sue Johnston and Cynthia Zolk. Sometime after our return, we will be ready to share our insights and learnings with you.
Please don’t hesitate to contact one of the Task Force members if you have further questions.
Jim Huff
Dennis Kajmowicz
Hattie Koher
Sue Johnston
Hal Miller
James Pinnick
isa Telomen
Carmen Woodring
Cynthia Zolk
For a review of past task force updates, head here, and for a review of UMC structure, head here.
Following the Task Force meeting July 11, it was decided to address a few of the questions which came up on Sunday, July 7, when the lay and clergy members who attended Annual Conference in June, gave a presentation.
Question 1. If and when the time comes for possible disaffiliation, will the congregation be able to vote?
Response: Yes, if there is ever the need for a vote in the future, the proposal for a change in affiliation will come before a Special Church Conference.
Question 2. How would the name change?
Response: Exactly how the name would change is unclear at this time. However, there is strong hope and belief that “Methodist” would still be part of the name, as has been the case with denominational changes in the past.
Upcoming:
At the direction of the June session of Annual Conference, an Exploration Team was formed by Bishop Sally Dyck for the purpose of exploring our future as an Annual Conference, in light of the passing of the Traditional Plan at General Conference 2019. According to information received this past week, a report by this team will be given at the special session of Annual Conference, Nov. 16, 2019. The report will include an initial statement defining who we are as a Conference, with the values we share and that most closely define us. This statement will help determine how to propose aligning and moving forward, when the time comes after General Conference 2020. A process for feedback and comments to the Exploration Team will be initiated following the November 16 meeting.
Also Upcoming:
Leadership Institute 2019 at the UM Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, KS. September 25-27, 2019. The focus for this year’s institute is aimed at preparing folks to navigate and lead congregations and annual conferences for any future changes around LGBTQ ministry. First UMC La Grange will be represented by Sue Johnston and Cynthia Zolk. Sometime after our return, we will be ready to share our insights and learnings with you.
Please don’t hesitate to contact one of the Task Force members if you have further questions.
Jim Huff
Dennis Kajmowicz
Hattie Koher
Sue Johnston
Hal Miller
James Pinnick
isa Telomen
Carmen Woodring
Cynthia Zolk
For a review of past task force updates, head here, and for a review of UMC structure, head here.