Part two in a six week series

Matthew 6:7-15

“This Is My Son-Listen to Him!” Mark 9:2-10

How many times must we forgive? How to forgive when it seems impossible?

Encourage others in our relationships as opposed to tearing them down.

Aspiring for the best in our relationships allows for peace and joy in life. Paul taught the Galatians to pursue life in the spirit. How might our relationships be different if we pursued the greater good in our relationships, marriages, families?

Theme: Taking personal responsibility for your actions. Taking a personal inventory of how you relate to others can be difficult but well worth the time. Own up to your faults and unhealthy habits.

FUMC Allen is blessed with bold and dedicated leaders that endeavor to make our vision a reality.

Our recently approved vision is to embrace all generations in a life-Christian journey to change the world.

Just last Saturday, our new Administrative Council gathered for our annual leadership rally and orientation to consider how FUMC will be more like God created us to be by December 31, 2015. At the forefront of the conversation was our new strategic plan, or stepping stones, and how God has laid before us the path forward. The Vision 2020 action teams assemble this Sunday and will work to clarify the plan.

Conversation at the rally also included how we can further galvanize the teamwork of laity and staff. It was a fruitful morning thanks to our Lay Leader, Brock Fairchild and Administrative Council Chair, Holly Stephens.

During the sanctuary worship services on January 18, we will consider Christ's call upon the lives of the disciples and how that call transcends the ages and has become our call. It is our call to follow Christ and in turn to go and do as Christ has done and taught. We will have the opportunity to pray for our leaders as they guide the way towards reaching our full potential in loving God and serving our neighbor.

We are a blessed church to have such a committed team of leaders. Express your gratitude. Offer your assistance. Pray for them.

Remember Your Baptism

Epiphany Sunday 2015

Luke 2:22-40