Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors

May God’s grace touch each worshiper today, and may all of us be filled with love. We especially welcome visitors and invite newcomers to introduce themselves to people nearby.

Holy Week

Maundy Thursday

A Service of Worship for Holy Thursday

March 20, 7:00pm Service

Good Friday, A Vigil of Preparation

March 21, 8:00pm Service

Easter Sunday, March 23

6:30am Sunrise Service at FUMC Outdoor Worship Center

8:30, 9:45 (with J 5:3) & 11:00am Services

(no Sunday School)

MARCH COMMITTEE OF THE MONTH: NURTURE

The Nurturing Ministry has responsibility for the members of FUMC, The Colony. This ministry’s vision statement is to provide a warm, inviting, and nurturing environment. It is the intent of this ministry that all members will fully understand they are part of a church family that recognizes each individual, their individual needs, and their importance within the Body of Christ.

Several committees have been established to care for our members and we are continuing to seek new ways to meet future needs as they are identified. Committees that are in need of additional support at this time are College Care Packages, Catch a Ride Committee, and Homebound or Hospitalized Member Visitation. To get more information about these or other Nurture Ministry committees please contact Laura Christiansen or Rev. Jack Cloyd.

ATTENTION ALL BAKERS

Coming Saturday, April 5th is the Chili Supper—Variety Show and Dessert Auction Fundraiser! We need a lot of desserts so please, bake a cake, make a pie, bake some cookies or make any other kinds of desserts for our Dessert Auction. All of the money that is raised will go toward the Youth Mission trips. For your convenience you can drop the baked goods off Friday evening or Saturday afternoon in the big kitchen. Please make sure that it is clearly marked “Youth Dessert Auction.” Thank you for your help!

FOOD PANTRY NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

The Food Pantry is open on Thursdays from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Volunteers are needed from 9:00am-noon and noon-3:00pm. This opportunity to serve the community is a great and rewarding experience. Please contact the church office at 972-625-1281 if you are interested.

EASTER MEANS MORE THAN CHOCOLATE BUNNIES & BASKETS…

Have you ever wondered what happened during Jesus’ last week on earth? And what exactly is “Lent?” The Synago Sunday School class, for High School and Middle School youth, will be studying these questions and more during our Lent Series. This study is at 9:45am in the portable building. Please join us for this unforgettable journey into the story that changed the world.

STEPHEN MINISTRY THANKS

JERRY GRAHAM

Stephen Ministry would like to thank Jerry

Graham for his years of service to the ministry. We will miss his humor and insight during training sessions and our monthly meetings. Wishing Jerry much success in all his new endeavors for our church, our community and the Denton Area Emmaus Community.

We will look forward to his return to service in the future. Blessings and best wishes!

COUNSELOR

Diane Lindgren is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the State of Texas and is on staff with Pastoral Counseling and Education Center. She counsels here at First United Methodist Church of The Colony on Mondays and Thursdays from 12-8:00pm. Her phone number is 214-526-4525.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS

OA meets here at FUMC, Thursday evenings at 7:00pm in Room C7 (Choir Room). Facilitator: Pam Carlson. If you have any questions, please call Pam, 972-625-5826, or the church office 972-625-1281.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Dale and Rosie Smith.

Palm Sunday, March 16

1:00pm Sanctuary Ringers, C9

5:00pm UMYF, Youth Building

5:00pm Disciple I, B4

7:41pm Fellowship Theory

Monday, March 17

12:00pm Counseling, B-4

6:30pm Christian Believer, Youth

Tuesday, March 18

7:00pm Stephen Ministry, B4