jULY 22-29
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STUDENT MINISTRIES
UPCOMING WEEK:
7/28 Tuesday - FIRE & WATER Summer Adventure #7
We're getting ready to go back to school with a full breakfast. Breakfast is served at 9:00a and will be finished at 11:00a.
7/29 Wednesday - WATER Mission Trip Meeting
For all those who went on the summer mission trip. In the Wharf at 7:00p.
7/30 Thursday - WATER Supermarket Sweeps
Weekly shopping trip for the Food Pantry from 4:00-5:00p. Drop off and pickup at the Pantry.
8/1 Saturday – FIRE BINGO at Hamilton Trace
Jr. High students are invited to play BINGO with the residents of Hamilton Trace from 10-11a. Drop off and pickup at Hamilton Trace.
Check out all the fun we are having this summer! Summer Calendar
ALL CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
(NEW) STUDENT MINISTRIES - BACK TO SCHOOL BASH
//Sunday, August 9, 6-7:30p
Kick off the new school year with an evening of fun, food, and friendly competition at the FIRE & WATER Back 2 School Bash!
All students in grades 7–12 are invited to come on Sunday, August 9, from 6:00–7:30p at the Gym Entrance at Fishers UMC for an Amazing Race-style challenge packed with exciting activities, food and prizes.
Don't miss this chance to celebrate the start of a new school year and see what FIRE & WATER Student Ministries is all about. Bring a friend and join the fun!
(NEW) THANK YOU - PORTILLO'S FUNDRAISER
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported the Come To Me Food Pantry Dine to Donate fundraiser at Portillo's!
Thanks to your generosity, the event was a huge success, raising over $400 to support the Food Pantry. Every meal purchased helped make a difference, and we are so grateful for our amazing community and everyone who came out to support our mission, providing food and hope to our neighbors in need.
EPIC SUMMER - BUBBLE TRUCK
//Friday, August 7, 5-7p, Parking Lot//
We're wrapping up an incredible summer of fun, fellowship, and community with one final splash of excitement! Join us on Friday, August 7 from 5–7p in the church parking lot for another Bubble Bash.
The Bubble Truck will be back, filling the air with mountains of bubbles and plenty of laughter for kids and adults alike. Enjoy food, great conversation, and a relaxed evening connecting with friends old and new.
Bring your family, invite your neighbors and come celebrate the end of summer with us. We can't wait to see you there!
***GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE - BLOOD DRIVE
//Sunday, August 30, 8a-12p, Gym//
A single blood donation can be a lifeline for someone in need, including patients battling cancer or living with sickle cell disease. The need for blood is always great, and local hospitals rely on generous donors like you to meet that demand.
Fishers UMC will host a Versiti Blood Drive on Sunday, August 30 from 8:00a to 12:00p in the Gym. This is a simple, powerful way to make a real difference right here in our community. Donors are encouraged to sign up in advance using the link below, though walk-ins are also welcome. Thank you for sharing hope and helping save lives through your generosity.
***HELPING HANDS MINISTRY
Sometimes we all need a helping hand and at Fishers UMC, there’s a community ready to step in and serve. Helping Hands is a ministry designed to connect members of our church family who have practical needs with those who are willing to help.
From yard work and transportation to cleaning and small home projects, Helping Hands offers support in meaningful, everyday ways that reflect the love and care of Christ in action. While some requests may be beyond what the ministry can provide, the goal is simple: serve one another whenever possible.
The best part? Everyone can be involved. Whether you have a few minutes, a specific skill, or simply a willing heart, there are opportunities of all shapes and sizes to help make a difference.
Interested in joining the Helping Hands team or have a project you’d like help with? Tap the links below to get connected.
LEARN ABOUT HELPING HANDS
I WANT TO HELP
i need help
QUESTIONS?
BOOK CLUB
//Tuesday, July 28, 7p, Room 280//
Join the Monthly Book Club in June as they read and discuss The Memory Keeper’s Daughter by Kim Edwards. The story revolves around a doctor who secretly gives away his daughter with Down syndrome after she is born, telling his wife she died, while his nurse raises the child herself. This leads to a story of secrets, parallel lives, and the search for love and redemption. The novel explores the profound impact of this single decision on the lives of the parents, the son, and the daughter who grows up unaware of her birth family. If you are looking for a way to combine your love of reading and books with a small group atmosphere of fellowship, this is the place for you! The book club meets on the 4th Tuesday of the month, this month on July 28 at 7:00p in Room 280 – upstairs above the Family Life Center. If you are interested or need more information, contact Kim Arnott at 797-8612 or .
***WHAT'S NEXT?
//Sunday, August 9, 10:30a, Library//
NEXT is four welcoming sessions for adults who want to connect more with God and Fishers UMC as we explore the Bible, our beliefs, God’s story, missions and ministries.
NEXT helps you find out who we are, what we do and how you can enjoy meaningful participation at Fishers UMC. A different NEXT opportunity is offered each month for the total of four months to help you grow in faith, friendships and take next steps to getting involved. Sessions are facilitated by our Assimilation Director, Lisa Ellcessor.
Our upcoming NEXT opportunity is a macroscopic view of the Bible. It is called "Word" and is on Sunday, August 9 at 10:30a in the Library. Sign up to attend by tapping the link.
SIGN UP FOR NEXT
SPIRITUAL GIFTS COURSE
Lay Servant Ministries invites you to learn about and discern your spiritual gifts by participating in their online course entitled For the Common Good: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts.
This four week course meets August 12, 19, 26 and September 2 from 6:30 - 8:30p. and offers a scriptural understanding of spiritual gifts and helps participants identify and link their gifts, abilities and sense of calling. Participants will also learn how discovering one’s spiritual gifts can equip mission-focused leaders who make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. The required participant's book is For the Common Good: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts by Christine Harman available at Amazon and Cokesbury. The cost for the course is $15, offered by Zoom, and open to anyone interested. The instructor is Kim Arnott, CLM. If interested, register by tapping the link below. Questions? Contact Kim at .
MAC REYNOLDS JOHN DEERE GOLF SCRAMBLE
//Sunday, July 26, 2p, The Edgewood Golf Club//
Get ready to hit the greens for a day of fun, fellowship, and friendly competition! Fishers UMC’s Annual Golf Scramble returns on Sunday, July 26, with a 2:00p shotgun start at Edgewood Golf Club. Coed singles, couples, and foursomes are all invited to enjoy 18 holes of golf with a cart, delicious food, exciting prizes and silent auction, all for just $70! Cash, check, or card is accepted at the door.
Not a golfer? You can still be part of the fun! Join us for dinner and the silent auction for just $20.
Hosted by the Fishers United Methodist Men, all proceeds from the event support missions.
PASTORS INTERCESSORY TEAM (P.I.T. CREW)
As we continue focusing on Being Connected this year, one of the most meaningful ways we live that out is by praying for our pastors. The P.I.T. Crew provides daily prayer support for Pastor Mark, Pastor Ben, and Pastor Troy, lifting them up as they lead and care for our church.
We’re looking for ten people each month to commit to praying daily from home, just a few minutes a day, on your own schedule. Quarterly sign-up links are available below so you can find a time that works best for you. Questions? Check out the FAQ about how the P.I.T. Crew works or reach out to John Hughes at
. Thank you for helping us stay connected through prayer!
ONGOING ANNOUNCEMENTS
ITEMS NEEDED - TURN AWAY NO LONGER
UPDATE: PLEASE ONLY NEW CLOTHING AND ITEMS
United Women in Faith have partnered with Turn Away No Longer, an Indiana nonprofit faith based organization. Turn Away No Longer’s mission is to positively impact the lives of children in the foster care system. They believe no child should feel “forgotten” or “unloved” and strive to show them the love of Jesus in every program they create. As part of this partnership, Fishers UMC has become a donation location to collect items for their Swag Packs. What are Swag Packs? When a child or teen enters foster care, they may not get the chance to pack up their belongings and often they have to leave home or school with nothing but the clothes they’re wearing. This is where Swag Packs can help. Each Swag Pack is age-specific, ranging from newborn to teens. Tap the link below to view their donation list for Swag Packs, all items must be NEW. Drop off items at Fishers UMC in the Turn Away No Longer Bin inside Door #1 by the Church office. You can find out more about Turn Away No Longer by visiting turnawaynolonger.org.
GIVE BACK WHILE YOU SHOP
Did you know Fishers UMC is part of rewards programs at Kroger? Kroger gives to Fire & Water student ministries through your purchases-at no additional cost to you! It's quick and easy to set up Fishers UMC as your charity of choice on your Kroger Plus card, tap the link below and enter our number of SN812.