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eFG March 10, 2011

Happy Lent!  We now have 39 more days to prepare for the greatest day in our Christian lives.  Use them wisely.  I have a very special Lenten challenge for you...attend worship every Sunday!  Do not miss it!  This time is the culmination of all we are as Christian Disciples...make it real, make it special.  See you on Sunday.

eFG November 4, 2010

“God, help me follow You in all I do.”

1.        We are going to have a wonderful baptism of a young man and a blessing of his newborn baby.  Come and be witness to this wonderful day!

2.       KIDS:  Don’t forget to bring your candy tithe.  We are going to give it to the Batavia Apartments for their special craft days coming up.  Be a blessing and bless others!

3.       The theme of worship is “Defined by Generosity.”  Also, come to watch the fun video about prayer and maybe learn what it really means to pray!

Looking ahead:

1.       Saturday, November 13 – 8;30-12:30 – Discipleship Path Event

Begin/continue your path of discipleship. There will be wonderful classes, fellowship opportunities and a luncheon.  Depending on your level in the process (you are in the RENEW portion if you are just starting), you will take classes such as evangelism, history of the church, Methodism, worship and much more.  This is an exciting morning and we typically have between 80-125 people attend.  Don’t miss out, sign up this Sunday to attend.  More information can be found on the website: http://www.flowing-grace.com/index.php/discipleship-path.html

2.       Sunday, November 14 – Stewardship Sunday – everyone is invited to the luncheon afterwards.  It iS a FREE lunch!  Come out and show your love of God and the church.  See you that Sunday!

3.       November 28 – first worship at the new site – Aurora Christian School.

4.       Join pastor Jeffry in an ADVENT CLASS on December 1, 8 and/or 15.  We will learn the real meaning of Christmas, symbols and the Old Testament prophets concerning the coming Messiah.  Information will be given out on Sunday.

5.       December 5 – grand opening worship at Aurora Christian School.

6.       December 12 – Children’s pageant

7.       December 19 – Aurora Christian School choir will join us and help us lead worship.

8.       December 24 – Christmas eve worship services

1:00 – Worship - Batavia campus

5:00 – Children’s worship – Batavia campus

7:00 – Traditional service of carols and candles (maybe battery-powered) – Flowing Grace campus

8:00 – Traditional service – Batavia campus

11:00 – Traditional service – Batavia campus

9.       December 26 – Blessing of the toys

10.    Join pastor Jeffry in an ADVENT CLASS on December 1, 8 and/or 15.  We will learn the real meaning of Christmas, symbols and the Old Testament prophets concerning the coming Messiah.  Information will be given out on Sunday.

See you in church!!!!!

eFG September 23, 2010

THEME OF THE WEEK: Philippians 3:13-14 – “Learning to Drive: Keeping your eye on the prize ahead” 3rd Graders and 3 year olds will be receiving Bibles in worship!
Make sure you are in worship this week and bring your friends!!!!!!!

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION – All Christian education is on for this weekend at the 9:00 hour.
Children: Creation
Youth: Christ’s connection to God---He’s Him
Adult: Two classes offered:
1. MOSES
2. New member class

TAILGATE – the tailgate was a HUGE success. Thanks to all who attended. Over 200 people worshipped and ate, that is up over 50 people from last year. Also, many people asked about membership. Thanks to Bob for all of the efforts he put in!

AT BUMC this week: There will be a 50 voice Gospel Choir from Wheaton

REJOICE: Vic Demiduk who suffered a massive heart attack is sitting up, talking and has a strong handshake. GLORY HALLELUJAH!!

eFG September 16, 2010

There are only 3 major things to consider for this week:
1. Tailgate – don’t forget to be at the tailgate this weekend? No children or youth education, unless you want to come early and help set up. It will be a BLAST! Bring your FRIENDS, bring your RELATIVES, bring your ENEMIES. This is a great opportunity to bring someone to church. It is VERY important that we grow Flowing Grace this year and what an awesome opportunity to do so. If you need additional flyers to hand out, let me know.
2. Adult Sunday School - WILL be meeting this Sunday at 9:00. They are going to continue on in the Old Testament, studying MOSES. REPEAT, the class WILL meet this week.
3. Children’s choir - children's choir will only be practicing on Sunday mornings at 9, and not Wednesday nights. If you have any questions or concerns, you may contact Annie Deline through email, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or by phone, 630-485-1976. We are attempting to figure out a way to practice on Wednesday nights, but need some Flowing Grace people to step up and help practice at 5:00 on Wednesdays. Annie cannot be there at that time and so if you are willing to help, please let Annie know.

eFG September 10, 2010

MISSING IN ACTION?
Have you been missing church lately? Now is the time to come back. There is no guilt, no bad looks from people. While most of you have been fairly consistent with your attendance, for those of you that we have not seen lately, we would rejoice to see you this week. AND if you have kids, THIS is the week to come back…as there will be a special children’s message! See you Sunday!

RALLY SUNDAY
Hey all. This week is Rally Sunday. There will be great games in the children’s Sunday School, stimulating Adult education and much more. We will have a special guest from the Batavia Apartments and a special spiritual survey. The theme for worship is LOST!


SECOND HARVEST
Please consider bringing new shoes and/or shoe gift cards for this week’s second harvest. They will be given to the Batavia Food Pantry to be handed out to children so they may have new shoes for Fall.

TAILGATE PARTY
Don’t forget that September 19 is our Tailgate party. This is a great way to bring friends to church. Our 20 something band is joining 40 days in leading music for the event. There will be prizes, games, great food and fellowship, as well as wonderful worship. There is no better way to introduce friends and neighbors to our worshipping community. We have already invited 8 families from our neighborhood and most seem genuinely excited that they were invited.

PRAYERS
Prayers are lifted up today for the beginning of the Fall season at Flowing Grace. We pray that we listen to God, praise God and grow disciples for Christ. Let this year be all about our Creator and less about ourselves!
Prayers are lifted up for Janet Fosnot as she recovers from knee replacements.
Prayers are lifted up for students, that they can share the love of Christ at school and that the youth at Flowing Grace continue to multiply.
Thanksgivings for Austin, doing well at college.
Prayers for all of those suffering with cancer.
Joy for the upcoming wedding of Katie Klinger and Stevon Phelps.