Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Advent Festivities 2011

Sunday, December 18th
10am - Christmas Cantata
6pm - Lights of Love Tree Lighting in the Prayer Garden
6:45pm - Open House at the Parsonage (after tree lighting)

Saturday, December 24th
7pm - Christmas Eve Service

Sunday, December 25th
Merry Christmas!!!!
10am - Christmas Morning Service


Please note that the Office will be Closed on the following days:
Friday, December 23rd
Monday, December 26th
Friday, December 30th
Monday, January 2nd

God Bless you and your family during this holiday season!

Friday, November 4, 2011

Caroling Hay Ride 2011

The Children’s Department would like to invite each and every one of you to join us as we venture out on our 3rd Annual Caroling Hayride.
Sunday, December 4th, after Church.


We will have a quick lunch in the Family Life Center and then proceed to “Carol” our way through Sweeny as we visit our shut-ins & The Fountains to deliver Christmas gift baskets.

Donations are Needed for Gift Baskets!


Some suggestions include:
Slipper Socks, Stocking Caps, Shawls or Scarves, Hard Candy, Snack Crackers with Cheese, Stationary & Stamps, Fresh Fruit & Nuts.

We will be making 30 baskets for our Church’s Shut-Ins & the residents of The Fountains plus 1 large basket of fruit, candy & nuts for the staff (18) of The Fountains. There are aprox. 6 men and 24 women who will be receiving the baskets so please keep that in mind when shopping for goodies. Donations may be brought to the Church Office or given to Anna or Jessica. You can also drop them off at V7 Photos (Monday, Wednesday & Fridays) if you miss us at the office. Please bring everything but the fruit by November 27th so that we can have the baskets ready to go except for adding the fruit the day of the Caroling Hay Ride. Please bring the fruit on Sunday, December 4th.

Contact the office if you have any questions: 979-548-2192

Thursday, October 20, 2011

54th Annual Chicken Spaghetti Dinner & Bazaar

Thursday, November 3, 2011 is the United Methodist Women's 54th Annual Chicken Spaghetti Dinner & Bazaar.

Bazaar & Country Kitchen Opens at 8am.

Serving Times:
Dine-In or Take-Out: 11am - 1:30pm & 4pm-6:30pm
(take out for evening serving is thru 7pm)

Deliveries:
Must be called in before 9am
Please call: 979-548-2193 or 979-665-2626

You may contact the Church Office at 979-548-2192 or Kay Brightwell at 979-482-3797 to purchase tickets.

Celebration of Life for Agnes Whitehead

The Celebration of Life Service for Agnes Whitehead is as follows:


Agnes was carried home by Her Lord, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, October 18, 2011.

Visitation will be held Saturday, October 22, 2011 at 9am followed by the Celebration of Life Service at 10:30am.  The visitation & memorial will take place in the Sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church of Sweeny.


Condolences and messages to the Family of Agnes Whitehead can be left by commenting on this post.


All messages will be available to the family. Thank you and God Bless.

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

UMW Aprons


The UMW is selling Aprons for $12 plus an additional donation for BackPack Buddies.  (Suggested price is $20 per apron)  Please contact Sheri Van Avery to order.

Saturday, September 17, 2011

Celebration of Life for Robert Crawley

The Celebration of Life Service for Robert Crawley is as follows:


Robert was carried home by His Lord, Jesus Christ, on Monday, September 19th.

Celebration of Life Service is to be held on Thursday, September 22, 2011. The memorial will take place in the Sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church of Sweeny.


Condolences and messages to the Family of Robert Crawley can be left by commenting on this post.



All messages will be available for the family. Thank you and God Bless.

Thursday, September 15, 2011

Wounded Warriors

Time Friday, September 16 • 3:30pm


Location Along Hwy 35 at FM1459

20 wounded soldiers and their families/caregivers will be heading to a weekend retreat on the San Bernard River ["Hunts for Hero’s"] Come out and line the road to give them a hero's welcome they truly deserve. They should pass by Christian’s Corner at approximately 3:30pm. They will be coming from Bay City.

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Calendar Fundraiser

The Children's Department is pre-selling 2012 calendars to help raise funds for our Maintenance Rehab Fund for the Church.  You can order your calendar for $10 from the Church office, during the week or in the Narthex after Church on Sunday mornings.  Orders must be placed by Oct. 16th to guarantee your order.  Calendars are expected to arrive by Oct. 31st and will be available for pick up at that time.  A select few calendars will be available to purchase at the Chicken Spaghetti Dinner on Nov. 3rd.  Please contact Anna or Jessica in the Church Office if you have any questions or if you would like to see the sample of the calendar.  God Bless!

Friday, September 2, 2011

Celebration of Life for Leroy Walker

Frank Leroy Walker was carried home by His Lord, Jesus Christ, this morning, September 2, 2011.

Visitation will be Sunday, Sept. 4th from 4pm to 6pm at Dixon Funeral Home located at 1211 South Brooks in Brazoria, TX.


Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, July 5th at 10am at the First United Methodist Church of Sweeny.


Condolences and messages to the Family of Leroy Walker can be left by commenting on this post.

All messages will be printed for the family. Thank you and God Bless.

Friday, August 26, 2011

Celebration of Life for Donnie Hock

The Celebration of Life Service for Donnie Hock is as follows:


Celebration of Life Service is to be held on Thursday, September 1, 2011 at 10am. The memorial will take place in the Sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church of Sweeny.

Donnie is the grandson of HK Brooks; son of Ron & Floy Smith and Benny and Mozel Hock. Donnie has one daughter, Kaytlyn Te'Ann Hock.

Condolences and messages to the Family of Donnie Hock can be left by commenting on this post.



All messages will be printed for the family. Thank you and God Bless.

Thursday, August 18, 2011

Promotion Sunday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Promotion Sunday will be

Aug. 28, 2011

During Morning Worship


Hope to See EVERYBODY THERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!



Have a safe week back to school!!!!!!!!

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Thank You - Feed My Lambs Supporters

Feed My Lambs says Thank You for all your help this summer!
God was in control the whole summer, from the beginning to the end.
He asked us to walk out in faith and He would provide the workers and the funds to support the program.
Thank you to all of you who answered His call and gave of your time, money and talents to feed the children in Sweeny.
We fed over 3,100 meals this summer and always the money and workers were there. Even on the last Wednesday when we had just enough supplies to feed the 141 we had fed on Monday, we received a call to feed 32 more at Canterbury Square Apartments. It reminded me of when Jesus fed the 5,000 with just 5 loaves of bread and 2 fish. The workers responded and got the job done. Because of our faith, God graciously provided a way for us to do this.
It takes all of us to make the program a success.
Without your help, each one of you, we could not do the work he has for us to do.
It was a pleasure working with each one of you this summer.
Thank you for your belief in this ministry and for being there!
In His Service,
Kay Brightwell

Sunday, July 24, 2011

Services for Robert Daniel Richardson

Visitation: Monday 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Jones Funeral Home
Swansboro, North Carolina





Service: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 - Noon
Oak Grove United Methodist Church
Hubert, North Carolina


Burial: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 - 2:00
Jacksonville National Cemetery
Jacksonville, North Carolina

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Special Prayers for the Family of Dan Richardson

Lord Jesus, We lift to you this day Emma Richardson and Richard and Doris Wright as they mourn the loss of their brother. We Thank You Lord for those whose lives were touched by Dan Richardson. We come to you Lord seeking travel mercies to bring Emma and Richard and Doris safely back to Sweeny. Prayers of comfort for all who hearts are heavy at Dan's passing. We ask you Lord to receive Dan as a sheep of your fold and a lamb of your flock. In the Holy Name of Our Lord Jesus Christ we pray this day. AMEN and amen

Why do we have Stewardship Campaigns?

Have you ever asked yourself why does our Church have a Stewardship Campaign?

Reason 1: The Finance Committee voted to have one. They thought it might be a neat idea to be able to pay for our operating expenses. Jesus said, "For where your treasure is, there your heart is also".

Reason 2: "You may find it interesting that Jesus talked more about stewardship than he did on the subject of heaven or hell. He talked as much about money as he did prayer. It was that important to him. There are thirty-eight parables, stories attributed to Jesus, with sixteen of the thirty eight dealing with stewardship. Basically, handling the resources we’ve been blessed with. That’s how important it was to Jesus."

Please join us as we journey the next three Sundays with our "Fearless Giving - in fearful times" Stewardship Campaign.

I live my life
in His hands
Pastor Sherry

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Celebration of Life for Denny Holcombe

Denny Gene Holcombe was carried home by His Lord, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, June 29th.
Celebration of Life Service is to be held on Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 2p.m.. The memorial will take place in the Sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church of Sweeny.

Condolences and messages to the Family of Lucille Storms can be left by commenting on this post.
All messages will be printed for the family. Thank you and God Bless.

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Prayers for Denny Holcombe . . . Sweeny Hospital

We turn to scripture for grace in our lives . . . "My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; He is my fortress, I will never be shaken." Psalm 62:1-2

Lord Jesus, we lift to you this day Mr. Denny Holcombe, a sheep of your fold, a lamb under your care. Please bless him with your healing touch. Be with his family as they prayerfully care for him. We lift his Doctors and the nurses from Sweeny Community Hospital under your loveing shelter. Care for them this day. We pray in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Celebration of Life for John Rayburn

The Celebration of Life Service for John Rayburn (Father of Cindy Scarborough) is as follows:

John was born on June 27, 1929 and passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2011.

He proudly served his country during WW II.

Visitation will be Wednesday Evening from 5:00 - 7:00 at Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia.


Service will be Thursday morning at 10:00 at First Baptist Church in Sweeny, Texas with Rev. Jerl Watkins officiating

Burial will follow at Sweeny Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Hospice Care Team 107 West Way #29 Lake Jackson,Texas 77566.

Condolences and messages to the Family of John Rayburn can be left by commenting on this post. All messages will be printed for the family. Thank you and God Bless.






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Monday, May 16, 2011

PROUD GRANDPARENTS






Faye and Jerry Murphy want the world to know

their granddaughter

Sarah Elizabeth Morris

graduated

Summa Cum Laude

from Abilene Christian University

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Sweeny Pride Day 2011

It's that time of year again! The 43rd Annual Sweeny Pride Day Festival & Parade is Saturday, May 7, 2011.


The children's department is having a float in the parade.

Parade lineup is on Saturday, May 7th at 9am.

Please contact Miss Jessica at Miss Jessica's Email if you have any questions.

All members of the congregation of the First United Methodist Church of Sweeny are welcome to come join the fun and ride on the float. Hope to see ya there!!!!

Special Advance for Spring Storms 2011

Spring Storm of 2011
The Southern US was hit by some 200 tornadoes in April.  News reports said the outbreak was considered the deadliest in US history.  It battered the south, leaving a swath of destruction that killed nearly 300 people in six states, flattened homes and businesses, and caused billions of dollars of damage.  Alabama was the hardest-hit state, with an estimated 213 deaths.

UMCOR has responded with 12 emergency grants to assist affected annual conferences with relief and recovery efforts.  Six of the affected conferences requested immediate disaster preparedness training that includes spiritual and emotional care of survivors. 

If you would like to make a donation for this special advance, please do the following:

Make your checks out to FUMC of Sweeny and put UMCOR Advance #3021326 in the memo line. 
If you would like to make a cash donation, please be sure to include your name & advance # on the envelope to ensure that your donation is applied appropriately.

Donations can be turned in to the church office or dropped in the offering plate on Sunday mornings.  You are also welcome to mail your check to the church at:
FUMC of Sweeny
207 E. First St.
Sweeny, TX  77480

Sunday, April 17, 2011

Services for Kay Darlene Eberhart Ellis


Visitation:

Baker Funeral Home

634 South Columbia Drive

West Columbia, Texas

Monday, April 18 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm


Funeral Service:

First United Methodist Church of Sweeny

207 East First Street

Sweeny, Texas

Tuesday, April 19, 2011 4:00 p.m.


Burial will be at Sweeny Cemetery


Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church, address above or to The National Parkinson Foundation @ http://www.parkinson.org/.


Condolences and messages to the Family of Kay Ellis can be left by commenting on this post. All messages will be printed for the family. Thank you and God Bless.




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Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Lenten Bible Study

Easter is almost here and in celebration of Holy Week, Rev. Emma Richardson is hosting a Lenten Bible Study!

Sunday, April 17th thru Tuesday, April 19th from 6pm to 6:45pm.

The Way to the Cross!

Click the link below to open the outline of the study.
The Way To The Cross Bible Study Outline





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Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Thank You Letter from Bishop Janice Huie ~ 100% Apportionment Payout

Thank You Letter from Bishop Janice Huie ~ 100% Apportionment Payout Please click on image below to enlarge print.

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

VBS 2011

VBS is fast approaching!






The theme for VBS 2011 is Fruit of the Spirit!

VBS will be July 25th thru July 28th, 8:30am-12.

Our next planning meeting will be May 15th at 4pm in Watts Hall.

Monday, April 4, 2011

Slam Jam

The children & youth of First United Methodist Church of Sweeny have a new slogan & website.


Please visit: http://www.sweenyfumc-slamjam.org/  You can also find the site by looking at the top of this website for "Slam Jam".

You will find details about what the kids are learning in Sunday School & Children's Church. Information about upcoming events & parties. Requests for volunteers, helpers & donations. As well as who the regular staff & volunteers are. We will also post our guest helpers as they sign up.

Please join us in celebrating the new division of First United Methodist Church of Sweeny!

Slam Jam!!!

Serving God
Loving Others
And
Making a Joyful Noise
     with
Jesus
And
Me!


Please contact the office if you have questions or are interested in signing up to help with any events.

God Bless!

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Congratulations Sweeny Man and Woman of the Year 2011


Sweeny FUMC is proud to share that the Chamber of Commerce Man and Woman of the year are Bobby Nairn and Bonnie Fisher.

Congratulations Bobby and Bonnie.

We are proud of you ! ! !

Thursday, March 10, 2011

Celebration of Life for Lucille Storms

The Celebration of Life Service for Lucille Storms is as follows:
Lucille Storm was carried home by Her Lord, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, March 8th. 

Celebration of Life Service is to be held on Monday, March 14, 2011 at 1pm.  The memorial will take place in the Sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church of Sweeny.

Condolences and messages to the Family of Lucille Storms can be left by commenting on this post.
All messages will be printed for the family. Thank you and God Bless.

Our Condolences


Condolences and messages to the family can be left by clicking on the person whos family you wish to leave a message for and then commenting on that post. All messages will be printed for the family. Thank you and God Bless.

2012
Celebration of Life for Johnie Falks (October 3, 2012)

Celebration of Life for Doris Cunningham (September 22, 2012)
2011

Celebration of Life for Agnes Whitehead (October 22, 2011)

Celebration of Life for Robert Crawley (September 22, 2011)

Celebration of Life for Leroy Walker (September 5, 2011)

Celebration of Life for Donnie Hock (August 31, 2011)

Celebration of Life for Robert Daniel Richardson (July 26, 2011)

Celebration of Life for Denny Holcombe (June 29, 2011)

Celebration of Life for John Rayburn (June 2, 2011).

Celebration of Life for Kay Ellis (April 19, 2011) .

Celebration of Life for Lucille Storms (Mar. 14, 2011)

Celebration of Life for Vivian L. Brooks (Jan. 5, 2011)

Monday, March 7, 2011

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Church Wide Garage Sale is coming!!!!

When:  March 5th, 2011 ~ 8am - 3pm
Where: First United Methodist Church of Sweeny, Family Life Center

There will be a church wide garage sale in the Family Life Center on Saturday, March 5th, 2011. We are looking for donations of items for the sale as well as workers for during the sale and setting up/clean up.

Donations will be accepted starting on Sunday, Feb. 27th after Church. You can also bring items Monday-Friday between 9:30 & 12:30. Friday we will be having a workday (1pm-5pm) to finish arranging, pricing, and preparing for Saturday. You can also bring donations during that time.

Examples of clean/gently used items we are looking for include: clothing (baby, children, teens, adults), toys, working electronics (tvs, radios, clocks, etc.), household décor, dishes, pots & pans, furniture, books & movies, pretty much anything you have that you don’t want/need anymore.

All profits from the garage sale will be placed in a special fund for Church Campus Rehabilitation. This is things like adding insulation, fixing walls/flooring, making the church more ADA, etc. Call the office for more information.

We will have flyers that we need help passing out and getting hung in different locations to let people know about the sale.



If you want to help in any aspect: planning, working, donating, etc.,
we NEED you!



To sign up or for more information: contact Anna at the church or on her cell at
979-480-7489, or by email at sweenyfumc@windstream.net or v7photos@aol.com.



To see the information flyer click here!

To see the flyer that we want to get posted as many places as possible, click here and print it so you can hang it somewhere, THANKS!

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Brrrrr....it's cold out there!

Just a quick note to show you our pretty fountain in the Prayer Garden. 
Be sure to stay warm and we will see you on Sunday. 

Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Celebration of Life for Vivian Brooks

The Celebration of Life Service for Vivian L. Brooks is as follows:

Visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 6:00pm until 8:00pm at Baker Funeral Home in West Columbia.
Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1:00pm, Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at the First United Methodist Church in Sweeny with Pastor Sherry Crenshaw officiating.

Burial will follow at Sweeny Cemetery.

Condolences and messages to the Family of Vivian Brooks can be left by commenting on this post.  All messages will be printed for the family.  Thank you and God Bless.