February 13, 2020

BIRTHDAY BANQUET!

February 23, 2020 | 12:15 p.m. | YFC Gym

Birthday Banquet is our annual youth mission fundraiser that helps subsidize the cost of youth spring and summer mission trips, making the trips more financially accessible for more students. This year’s live auction items include multiple vacations, a Hasty Bake, and dinner with Rev. Moffatt! Be sure to check out the live auction items and silent auction vendors at fumctulsa.org/birthday. Tickets are on sale on Sunday mornings at First United Methodist and online at fumctulsa.org/birthday.

THIS SUNDAY

February 16, 2020

Message: "Unstoppable: Peter"

Scripture: Acts 5:27-32

COMING UP

Ash Wednesday

February 26 | 12:15 p.m. - Traditional | 6:00 p.m. - Modern | Sanctuary

Our midday Ash Wednesday service is a traditional service of word and song. It will help you begin the season of Lent when we examine our own mortality and contemplate the sacrifice of Jesus leading up to Easter Sunday.

Our evening Ash Wednesday service is a more modern experience. This service features readings and modern music that help turn your attention toward the death of Jesus and his ultimate resurrection.

A Gathering of Friends in Worship

February 29 | 7:00 p.m. | Sanctuary

Join FUMC, Metropolitan Baptist Church, First Love International Ministries, and House of Prayer for a special night of worship. The evening will feature music from Rev. Joseph Bias, Rev. Merton Huff, Jr., Phil Armstrong, Ose Burnett, the FUMC Cathedral Choir, and the Met Sanctuary Choir. Speakers will include Rev. Jessica Moffatt, Dr. Ray Owens, and Caleb Breedlove.

This will be a meaningful night where different churches join together to remember our past and reach toward our future.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Church Council Meeting

Monday, February 24 (Date Change) | Dinner: 6:00 p.m. | Meeting: 6:30 p.m. | Thomas Hall

The next Church Council meeting will be held on Monday, February 24. Council members are asked to RSVP for the meal and/or childcare to Lory by calling 918.592.3862 or emailing loryferrin@fumctulsa.org.

Beacon Scholarship Applications Available

Graduating high school seniors and previous Beacon Scholarship award winners are invited to apply for the Beacon Memorial Scholarship. This fund helps students who wish to continue their education after high school and awards are made based on financial need, scholarship, citizenship, and Christian witness. Scholarship application materials may be downloaded at fumctulsa.org/beacon.

Take the Next Step with Walk to Emmaus

Sunday, March 1 | 12:15 p.m. | Parker Hall

The walk to Emmaus is an experience of Christian spiritual renewal and formation that begins with a three-day short course in Christianity. It is an opportunity to meet Jesus Christ in a new way as God’s grace and love is revealed to you through other believers.

Learn more about the upcoming opportunities at this short informational meeting. Pizza lunch will be provided.

First Kids March Movie Night

Friday, March 6 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | Children's Building

All kids (8 weeks through 5th grade) are invited to our monthly movie night! We'll have pizza for dinner and kids are invited to dress comfortably and bring pillows/blankets. We ask that all participants enter through the 12th Street doors for security purposes.

The March movie night coincides with Holy Spirit Weekend, so parents register your kids at fumctulsa.org/movie, then head to fumctulsa.org/holyspirit to register yourself for the conference!

Overflow Conference: A Holy Spirit Weekend

March 6-8, 2020

Mark your calendars for our next Holy Spirit Weekend experience. We’re excited to welcome Justin Allen of Global Awakening to help lead our sessions.

Session 1 | Friday, March 6
6:30-8:00 p.m. | “Impartation”

Session 2 | Saturday, March 7

8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. |“Prophecy”

Session 3 | Saturday, March 7

6:30-8:00 p.m. | “Healing”

Registration is now open at fumctulsa.org/holyspirit. The cost to attend is $20, which covers conference costs. Children through college-age may attend for free. Childcare will be available.

Soul Keeping

Begins Sunday, March 15 | 4:00-5:15 p.m. | Parker Hall

"Soul Keeping: The Sacred Stewardship of Souls...Ours and Others" is an eight-week course. The course focuses on how we care for souls, ours and others, using the book of the same name by John Ortberg. If you're interested in becoming a CARE Chaplain for FUMC, or spend time caring for family and friends, this course is for you. Class members will need access to the book, Soul Keeping: Caring for the Most Important Part of You.

Healing Prayer Class

Begins Sunday, March 15 | 5:30 p.m. | Parker Hall

The Spring 2020 Healing Prayer Class will use Randy Clark's curriculum, POWER to HEAL. The power of the Holy Spirit is available. It's within you. You simply need to step out, believe you are anointed, trust that God wants to use you, and start taking risks. This class will use Randy Clark’s curriculum, POWER to HEAL: 8 Weeks to Activating God’s Healing Power in Your Life. Class members will need access to the books, Power to Heal Study Guide, and Power to Heal.

Spring Women's Event

Saturday, March 28 | 9:00-11:30 a.m. | Thomas Hall

All women are invited to our next Refresh Women’s Event on Saturday, March 28! Our special guest speaker will be Rhonda Bear. Rhonda received a 10 year sentence 15 years ago for multiple drug-related charges. After taking part in many programs while she was incarcerated, she came out of prison with a personal mission to help women and children in Oklahoma just as she was helped by multiple programs in prison.

Music for the morning will be led by Phil Armstrong.

Registration is now open at fumctulsa.org/women.

FIRST FAMILY BUSINESS

Our Sympathy

Our sympathy to Jerry and Ann Crawford, family, and friends in the death of Phyllis Crawford on January 24, 2020.

Our sympathy to family and friends in the death of Eva Smith on January 19, 2020.

RESOURCES

Four Ways To Give At First!

You can give your tithes and offerings online at fumctulsa.org/give, via text to 918.871.2010, by mailing your check to 1115 S Boulder Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74119, or in the Sunday offering plate.

Podcasts

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Subscribe to "First U" to hear content from our adult courses and from the Global Outreach Department on living missionally.

Update Your Record Online

Create an account at fumctulsa.infellowship.com (use the email on record with FUMC). You can update your address, check your giving statement, and register for FUMC events.

First on TV

Miss a service? Watch it the following Sunday at 10:00 a.m. on Cox Cable channels 9 and 1009, ATT UVerse 47, DISH 47, and antenna 47.1.

FUMC Learning & Group Resources

Did you enjoy a particular Sunday school lesson and wish you had access to the material? Check out our online resources section at fumctulsa.org/media.

Digital Bulletins

When you come to church this Sunday, access your bulletin on the First Methodist app. Find it under the “home” tab. Digital bulletins help us reduce our printing and save money!

Calendar

Wondering what room your meeting is in? Need to know when that Bible study starts back up? Head over to fumctulsa.org/calendar to see this week's calendar. You can see future events on the calendar on the FUMC app.

First United Methodist Church of Tulsa | 1115 S Boulder Avenue | 74119

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