OCTOBER 9-10 ANNOUNCEMENTS

IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS

HOSPITALIZED: Lela Todd and Ruth Willis

RECOVERING AT HOME: Bob Jahner, Evelyn Bachman, Sam Rathmel, Marion Dykstra, and Dorothy Porter

ADDITIONAL PRAYERS: Facility, Staff, and Students of Knoxville High School, Maxine Harrison, Betty McLaughlin, Mary Durham, and our service people and their families.

PRAYER CHAIN MINISTRY
Contact Dorothy Danner at 641-842-2557.

E-PRAYER CHAIN
If you would like to sign up for the e-prayer chain to receive an e-mail any time a request is made for a prayer, please contact Heather at fumchurch@iowatelecom.net or 641-842-3712 with your name and e-mail information.

WELCOME! MONTGOMERY STREET PRESCHOOL
Welcome! Montgomery Street Preschool
This Sunday we welcome the children and families that are a part of the Montgomery Street Preschool as they share a song and smiles with us. This weekend MSPS kickoff their hoagie fundraiser. To purchase you can bring your order form with payment to the office or you may also use one of the offering envelops by marking it MSPS. When paying with a check, please make it out to the Montgomery Street Preschool. We are blessed to be a part of this wonderful ministry, let us all warmly welcome Katie Bishop (director), the staff and families.

TODAY
Today is Food Donation Sunday, Cinnamon Roll Sunday, and In-Gathering Kits Mission Project Sunday as well as the MSPS Hoagie Sale Kick Off.

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NEW THIS WEEK!

NEXT SUNDAY IS LAITY SUNDAY
Laity Sunday is a special Sunday established by the General Conference observed on the third Sunday in October. Laity Sunday focuses on the celebration of the ministry of all lay Christians. This year’s focus is Disciples Transforming the World – Through Presence. Laity, let’s show that we have many talents to share, and share them with the congregation, the neighborhood, the community, and out beyond the walls.

"WHERE TO NOW TRAVELERS" ALERT
We have open reservations on October 27 to enjoy a typical Amish (12:00 noon) dinner in the home of Elmina Nisley (mailing address Seymour, IA). Cost of the meal is $15.00. It is all inclusive and all home-made: meat, potatoes, gravy, vegetables, salad, rolls, choice of two kinds of pie and choice of tea or coffee and served home style. Cost of the Van is $3.00 per person. If you are interested but not on our calling list, phone Christa 842-5452. We will leave the church at 10:15 a.m.

F.U.N. EVENT
THIS IS YOUR INVITATION TO A FREE FAMILY ACTIVITY FOR ALL AREA FAMLIES, FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS. The annual hay ride, bonfire, wiener roast and GAME NIGHT will be held at 5:00 pm on Oct 16th, at 1335 Hayes Dr.- off of highway 14 north, east of Udders Steakhouse at the Larry & RoseAnn Rowley farm.

MENTOR ORIENTATION
Mentor orientation is scheduled for October 20 at 7:00 p.m. in WFH.

LECTIONARY: October 16-17
Jer. 31:27-34 Ps. 119:97-104 or Ps. 19 2 Tim. 3:14-4:5 Luke 18:1-8

ATTENDANCE/GIVING
October 2-3, 2010
Worship attendance: 189
Giving: $8076.75


ONGOING NEWS…

WEBSITE
To stay in touch with news and events around the church, please visit http://www.kifumc.org/ and then click on the News Link to obtain current and previous announcements, monthly Links, calendar of events, and a list of those scheduled for the worship team (greeters, ushers, communion stewards, hospitality, and liturgists).

E-NEWS SUBSCRIPTIONS
To meet multi-user needs we are now offering an e-mail version of the monthly “Link”. The current paper newsletter will not go away but we are aware that some of your would prefer an electronic version instead. Please contact Heather at 842-3712 or email your information to fumchurch@iowatelecom.net to be added to the E-News Subscription list and to be removed from the hard copy mail out.

POTLUCK
You are invited to participate in a potluck on October 23rd at 6:30 p.m. following the chapel service. Please bring a covered dish. Drinks and table service will be provided.


THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR…
Monday October 11, 2010
1:00-3:30p KAMA—Act. Center
3:00-6:00p Almost Free Shop
6:00-7:30p Free Clinic
6:30p Leadership Development
Tuesday October 12, 2010
7:00a Early Birds—Hardee’s
9:00a Staff Meeting
9:00a-Noon Almost Free Shop
6:00-8:00p Habitat Classes –EFH
7:00p Junior Optimist – Youth Room
Wednesday October 13 2010
9:30a Naomi Circle – EFH
Noon Wings
1:00-3:30p KAMA—Activity
Center
Thursday October 14, 2010
8:00a Late Birds—Mr. C’s
9:00a Rachel Circle – Sally’s
Friday October 15, 2010
9:00a-4:00p Almost Free Shop
Saturday October 16, 2010
5:30p Chapel Service
6:00p F.U.N. at 1335 Hayes Drive for Hay Ride, Bonfire, Weiner Roast and Game Night
Sunday October 17, 2010
8:30 & 10:45a Worship Services
Laity Sunday
9:30a Sunday School

WELCOME VISITORS…
We welcome you and invite you to participate in all activities of the church. Listed are all of the events taking place in our church this week. We realize that newcomers may not be familiar with all the programs or people of the church so for explanations and more complete descriptions we encourage you to visit our website at, http://www.kifumc.org/ or email fumchurch@iowatelecom.net, or call 641-842-3712.

We are family friendly with a well equipped nursery, a full play room, and bathroom for your use. Please feel free to use our family oriented nursery. These areas are sound proof from the sanctuary, but you can turn on the speakers and hear the service if you would like. Large print bulletins are available for the 8:30 service.

Assisting with Sunday Services: Liturgist: Phyllis Force & Praise Band

USHERS:
Saturday - Brenton and Shirley Trabert & Mike and Dorothy Larson
8:30 – Marvin Brooks, Brent Hanna, Jim Hicks, Ken Lundy, Don Otto, Sam Rathmel, and George Werts
10:45 – Chuck and Mary Belle Day

GREETERS:
Montgomery Street
8:30 – Dick and Darlene Rose
10:45 – Larry and Susan Scott
Fourth Street
8:30 – Dave and Peggy Johnson
10:45 - Evelyn and Jipe Pearson

COMMUNION:
8:30 – George Werts and Frances Caswell

HOSPITALITY:
8:30 – F.U.N Group