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JANUARY 2021
THE
MESSENGER
First United Methodist Church,
San Angelo, Texas
37 E Beauregard
San Angelo, TX
325.655.8981
SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES
in the Sanctuary…
8:30 a.m. The BRIDGE
10:45 a.m. TRADITIONAL
In Celebration Hall. . .
11:00 a.m. CONTEMPORARY
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 Children & Adults
You Asked for It! JANUARY 2021
A few months ago I preached on one of the “You Asked for It” topics on
“Discernment”. It was a hard topic to cover in one twenty minute setting and
so I put it on the calendar for planning a four part sermon series on The Will
of God. As a primary resource I will be using a book first published in 1944,
and remains timeless on the subject: The Will of God by Leslie D. Weather-
head.
I would invite you to obtain a copy of the book if you are able to read to help
you prepare, because again in a short message I do not have time to cover the whole of what Weath-
erhead has taught. Based on his format I will be tackling the message in the following ways to cover
what Weatherhead called “the three wills of God.”
Jan 10th God’s Intentional Will
Jan 17th God’s Circumstantial Will
Jan 24th God’s Ultimate Will
Jan 31st another stab at “Discerning the Will of God” with these three wills in mind.
I pray that this study and messages will help us as we enter in to a blessed 2021.
Grace and Peace
Pastor Scott
Celebrating ADVENT!
MID-WEEK ADVENT SERVICES gave us all Hope for
the Season and the coming year!
December 2nd - Rev. Carl Rohlfs
December 9th - Rev Cyndi Young
Dec 16th - Rev Colleen Haley
(also Special Music)
Dec 23rd - Rev. Nathaniel Hankins
Page 2. . .
JANUARY 2021
Letting go of 2020 . . .
CHRISTMAS EVE—expectations of a new birth and
hope for the world!
Join us this Christmas Eve
To safely worship together we are offering two additional
services.
5:00pm & 7:00pm Contemporary Family Service
in Celebration Hall (Live-streamed at 5:00pm)
5:00pm & 7:00pm - Traditional Family Service
in the Sanctuary (Live-streamed at 7:00pm)
11:00pm - Bridge Service in the Sanctuary
O Wisdom of the Years. . .
Give us the grace of tender seeing. Help us to recognize
and honor the wise one who lives at the core of our being.
May we always be open to being taught. May we be able to
let go of our work at the end of the day. May we learn to
bless and affirm each person who passes through the
hours of our day. May we lose our fear of those things
which are transient. May we learn the art of living well and
dying well. Teach us to end the day slowly, thoughtfully,
gracefully. Soften the driven part of us that we may learn to
relax and offer all we are and all we do as a bouquet of life
at the close of each day. In the name of the Old One who
lives in us, we pray.
2020 END OF YEAR CONTRIBUTIONS:
All contributions for 2020 must be received by December 31, 2020. Checks
received by mail must be postmarked on or prior to December
31st. Contributions can also be dropped off in the Church mail slot before we
open for business on Monday, January 4, 2021.
Page 3 . . .
11th Hour Celebrations . . . JANUARY 2021
Pastor Kristie Crisp
kcrisp@riotx.org
A Charlie Brown Christmas sermon series
has been the focus of Pastor Kristie. Don’t
miss a chance to hear how Peanuts, Linus,
Charlie and all the gang observe and under-
stand Christmas. Christmas means a lot to
the gang despite the little tree, few presents and
chilly weather. Their understandings will help as
COVID presents a lot of difficult understandings
for us too.
One reason “A Charlie Brown Christmas” re-
mains among the most popular Christmas shows
of the season may be because friend Linus reminds
Charlie Brown of the true meaning of Christmas by
reciting the verses from Luke 2:8-14 describing
the birth of Christ.
8 In the same region there were some shepherds
staying out in the fields and keeping watch over
their flock at night. 9 And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood near
them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were ter-
ribly frightened. 10 And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for
behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the peo-
ple; 11 for today in the city of David there has been born for you
a Savior, who is [h]Christ the Lord. 12 And this will be a sign for you: you
will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a [i]manger.” 13 And sud-
denly there appeared with the angel a multitude of the heavenly [j]
army of angels praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest,
And on earth peace among people with whom He is pleased.”
Page 4. . .
2020 Christmas to Remember! JANUARY 2021
A Courtyard Christmas
Although it wasn’t actually held in the Courtyard due to weather, the Christmas Event
on Sunday evening, Dec. 13 was a wonderful night. We met in Celebration Hall and the
FirstPlace Café. Meagan Hunnicutt and Jane Smith played some tunes, and SPIRIT led
everyone in singing Christmas Carols. There was plenty of hot chocolate and cookies,
and Santa even popped into Heritage Hall to visit with families (Thanks, Steven Lytle).
The Family Faith Formation Team thanks everyone for coming. Another winter event is
planned for January 24th, so stay tuned for s’more information!
In the eyes of a child it is awesome!
A FACEBOOK TALE
A while back I read a story of a visiting pastor who attended a men's breakfast in the middle of a rural
farming area of the country. The group had asked an older farmer, decked out in bib overalls, to say
grace for the morning breakfast...
"Lord, I hate buttermilk," the farmer began. The visiting pastor opened one eye to glance at the farmer and wonder
where this was going.
The farmer loudly proclaimed, "Lord, I hate lard." Now the pastor was growing concerned.
Without missing a beat, the farmer continued, "And Lord, you know I don't much care for raw white flour."
The pastor once again opened an eye to glance around the room and saw that he wasn't the only one to feel un-
comfortable.
Then the farmer added, "But Lord, when you mix them all together and bake them, I do love warm fresh biscuits."
"So, Lord, when things come up that we don't like; when life gets hard; when we don't understand what You're say-
ing to us, help us to just relax and wait until you are done mixing. It will probably be even better than biscuits.
Amen."
Stay strong my friends, because our life is being mixed with lots of things that we don't care for, especially right
now! Relax and wait until the mixing is finished!!!
Page 5 . . .
Helping Others. . . JANUARY 2021
By Candis Hicks Somebody’s Rusty
Because of the challenges for “distancing”,
events for Tidings and Laundry Love have been
redesigned to periodically occur in the Court-
yard . Somebody’s Rusty has scheduled oppor-
tunities to hand out clothing, food, and person-
al care items in the Courtyard. We will contin-
ue to meet needs in the safest ways. Courtyard
Gatherings have been very successful. Fifth
Sundays we ask that you return bags filled with food
items that can be placed in the Blessing Box. Donations
of good walking shoes, socks, warm clothing and coats
continues to be needed. Your thoughtfulness and gener-
osity is most appreciated.
1000 CANS
Students at Wall High School recently donated 1000
canned goods to fill our pantry and Blessing Box! Thank
you to Wendi Porche and other teachers who helped initi-
ate this amazing drive!
Items can
be left in
the office
Wall High School Student Tidings of
Council demonstrating
generosity, caring, and love for Last
those less fortunate! Tuesdays
Page 6. . . Continued page 7
Hands and Feet of Christ At Work! JANUARY 2021
Continued from page 6 FIRST FRIDAYS @ THE SOUP KITCHEN
First Church volunteers prepare and serve lunch on the first Friday of each month
at The Daily Bread Soup Kitchen, located at Wesley Trinity UMC. On October 2 the
team served 194 to-go meals. The next date is JAN. 1. If you're available to help,
9-1 or shifts in between, please contact Beth McCrea at (edgemama@hotmail.com)
or Sherrie Walker in the Church Office.
The next date is: Friday, JANUARY 1.
SOMEBODY’S RUSTY volunteers will be at the Daily Bread Soup Kitchen on Jan-
uary 1-New Year’s Day– to pass out Blessing Bags. We are hoping to give out 200
plus blessing bags on New Year’s Day. Your donation of any of the items listed below
and/or your help to dispense items on that day would be tremendous. Beth McCrea
and her crew do such a fabulous job at the soup kitchen on the first Friday of each
month and we are excited to have this opportunity to come alongside. Contact me
with any questions at 325 763 7387 or by email to hunterfan@suddenlink.net. I am glad to
pick your donations up or you may leave them on my front porch at 1215 Colorado. Items
we are in need of are: Canvas bags or reusable shopping bags—$5-$10 gift cards to
McDonald’s, burger King, Sonic, etc.—Cheese Crackers, Granola bars, Small hand sanitiz-
ers, men’s & women’s underwear and socks new in the package-allsizes, toothbrushes,
small toothpaste boxes, brushes, combs, chapstick, deodorant, new hotel size toiletries,
wash rags, small packages of wet wipes, bandaids, water bottles, small bottles of mouth-
wash, pocket hand warmers. DEADLINE FOR ITEMS IS TUESDAY DECEMBER 29TH!!!
Diapers Always Needed! By Lesa Parry, RN
Diapers continue to be needed. Diapers are used to help
support the My Healthy Child program offered by our Wesley
Nurse, Lesa. This program offers families education, diapers, and
wipes for children in need. Due to COVID-19 there has been an in-
crease in young families struggling and in need of more diapers.
Sizes that are most needed are size 6, size 5, size 4 and size
4T-5T. There are tubs located by the sanctuary entrances and on
3rd floor near Sunday School rooms. For questions please contact
Lesa Parry, Wesley Nurse at 325-215-4835.
If you would like to assist/adopt a local family in need,
please contact our Wesley Nurse, Lesa Parry
(lparry@mhm.org) to learn more.
CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECK
CAREPORTAL Meets Needs of
Children and Families
for more information contact
Lesa Parry, RN 655-8981 ex. 2153 OR 215-4835
Page 7. . .
Helping to Feed the Hungry . . . JANUARY 2021
The Sunday Morning Breakfast Team continues to serve breakfast to the hungry every
Sunday morning. They are serving approximately 30 people breakfast food boxes 7:00-8:00 am.
MEAL DELIVERY FOR SHANNON HOSPITAL
FUMC volunteers have been delivering meals Monday thru Friday since April.
These folks are a dedicated, loyal bunch! We are currently supplying three drivers
each day. If you would like to join this team as a substitute driver, please contact
Sherrie Walker in the church Office. Meals are picked up in front of Shannon at
11am and a route sheet is provided.
GROCERY BOX DISTRIBUTION AT ST. PAUL’S occurs every Saturday.
Volunteers from FUMC and other volunteers provide manpower to pass out these
groceries. On Saturday, November 21, over 400 families received groceries! That
equates to over 8000 meals!! St. Paul’s could always use your help!
CHILDREN IN CPS CARE are provided meals when their host family or even
the CPS office is unable to. FirstFamily volunteers are on standby to provide
meals when requested. FMI contact Sherrie!
FUMC Methodist Assistance and Food Pantry Report
Since the pandemic, our office in the church has been closed. That does not
mean we have not been working at helping those in need. We have helped 163
families since January, and among those 18 were church members. We have
partnered with Christians in Action until we can open again. If you know of
someone in need, send them to Corina at Christians in Action. She will help
them with bills and food. This has worked very well for us as it keeps our church safe but allows us
to help the people in need. They are screened and helped at their office on South Chadbourne Street
(the old Abbotts Grocery building). Methodist Assistance has, also, helped St Paul’s Presbyterian
Church with their food distribution. We have given them, and paid for, 250 boxes and 3690
pounds of food for their distribution. Our food pantry at the church has helped weekly with people
who come in for food also. We have helped 551 individuals so far this year which makes up for
187 families. We gave out 50 Turkey boxes thru Christians in Action. So we are busy at work
helping those who need a little extra. Our funds which come from donations, the communion offer-
ings, and the interest from the Massey Endowment help us keep this a working mission at our
church. We are running a little low this year because of extra needs from individuals who have come
in, so don’t forget Methodist Assistance in your giving. We are continuing the work of Jesus of Naz-
areth, our Savior. God came to us in the form of a babe, his son, and they called him Jesus. He
came to teach, love and forgive…..he offers us eternal life. Our wish to you at this time is to learn to
live in love and follow the star! Have a great Holiday Season.
If you or someone you know needs help or could use food, please don’t hesitate to
contact the church office: 655-8981. There are a lot of resources available to help.
Page 8. . .
Our Teachers and Studies JANUARY 2021
Classroom Modifications Underway: As the pandemic continues, it is becoming obvious that we
need to modify several of our adult classrooms to make live streaming a more user-friendly option.
We are very excited about getting things up and running and people trained, which is expected to
happen by the end of the year.
Adult Sunday School Updates
Meeting Live and via Zoom: The Cheers/Harmony, Journey, and STER classes
Cheers and Harmony are sharing the Advent study: Incarnation by Adam Hamilton
Meeting Live: Seekers and Bayith/Fellowship (meeting together in Bayith classroom)
Not meeting: Chi Rho, Union
Classes meet at 9:30am. FMI please contact Sherrie Walker in the Church
Office.
Christmas 2019 the STER Class
enjoyed their annual tradition
of caroling and great fellow-
ship with one another!
Contact
Stephanie
James FMI
Fitness
Fitness Witness Witness
meet on Wednesdays and is not
Thursday at 5:15 in the Church meeting
Gym during
this time
of COVID!
Meetings are held on the first Wednes-
day of the month. We are planning on Wednesday Night Friends will start @ 6 pm
meeting when COVID restrictions allow. in the Church Gym. The group is currently all
FMI contact Cathy Hubbard 658-5375 women, but all are welcome. FMI contact Sherry
Evening group is not meeting. Ann Miller sherryann.miller@angelo.edu). or
January 6 Program: Library-9:45am Sherrie Walker in the Church Office
sherrie@firstmethodist.net.
“The Dignity of Work”
Page 9. . .
JANUARY 2021
Our Teachers and Classes
Morning Glories
Morning Glories completed their Advent study before Christmas. They will resume studying
“Women of the Bible” by Jean E. Syswerda on Jan. 5th.. The study dives into the lives of women like
Ruth, Anna, Esther, Leah, and others, and includes an introduction to each woman, major Scripture
passages, study materials, and cultural backgrounds. Workbooks are $11.50. FMI contact Lori
Francks (lfrancks@hotmail.com or 325 234-0375 or Sherrie in the office.
A CORONA VIRUS CHRISTMAS POEM
T’was a month before Christmas,
And all through the town,
People wore masks, When summer emerged
That covered their frown. The lockdown was lifted. And just ‘round the corner
The frown had begun But away from caution, The holiday season,
Way back in the Spring, Many folks drifted. But why be merry?
When a global pandemic Now it’s November Is there even one reason
Changed everything. And cases are spiking, To decorate the house
They called it Corona, Wave two has arrived, And put up the tree,
But unlike the beer, Much to our disliking. When no one will see it,
It didn’t bring good times, No-one but me?
It didn’t bring cheer. Frontline workers,
Contagious and deadly, Doctors and nurses, But outside my window
This virus spread fast, Try to save people, The snow gently falls,
Like a wildfire that starts From riding in hearses. And I think to myself,
When fueled by a gas. This virus is awful, Let’s deck the halls!
This COVID19. So, I gather the ribbon,
Airplanes were grounded, There isn’t a cure. The garland and bows,
Travel was banned. There is no vaccine. As I play those old carols,
Borders were closed It’s true that this year My happiness grows.
Across air, sea and land. Has had sadness a plenty, Christmas ain’t cancelled
As the world entered lockdown We’ll never forget And neither is hope.
To flatten the curve, The year 2020. If we lean on each other,
The economy halted, I know we can cope!
And folks lost their nerve.
From March to July Author unknown
We rode the first wave,
People stayed home,
They tried to behave
Page 10 . . .Generosity in Memory of Others . . . JANUARY 2021
2020 END OF YEAR CONTRIBUTIONS: All contributions for 2020 must be received by December 31,
2020. Checks received by mail must be postmarked on or prior to December 31st. Contributions can also be
dropped off in the Church
DECEMBER MEMORIALS
IN MEMORY OF GIVEN BY FUND
Marilynn Louise Averyt Sara Vaughan Columbarium
Kelton Blair & Jessica Averyt Columbarium
Casey & Angie Boice Columbarium
Lori Francks Disaster Relief
Esther Burt Cheers Sunday School Class Massey Trust
Beppo Speck Disaster Relief
Lori Francks Disaster Relief
Gary & Mignon Gammage Disaster Relief
Helen Fullerton Methodist Assistance
Polly Waterhouse Somebody’s Rusty
Bobby Sturman Bobby & Billie Jean Evans Mature Adults
Benny & Donna Hendricks Disaster Relief
Phil Scaggs Owen & Lois Harrison Massey Trust
Patsy Eckert Lori Francks Disaster Relief
John & Sharon Alexander Disaster Relief
IN HONOR OF GIVEN BY FUND
Kent & Janis Amacker Johnny & Cookie Duncan Mature Adults
There are (3) three easy and convenient ways to give. You can set up a one-time pay-
ment or recurring payments:
1. ON-LINE thru the Church Website:
First United Methodist.net/Giving
2. SMARTPHONE thru GivePlus Mobile app:
A. Download the free GivePlus app from the App Store or Google
Play.
B. Find our Church by ZIP code or by searching for our Church
Name
C. Donate!
3. AUTO-DRAFT using your Bank account:
A. Complete and sign the back of your Pledge Card, attach a
voided check and return to the church office.
To set up recurring payments using your Credit Card, please contact the Business Of-
fice.
If you have questions or need help, you may contact Juanita in the Business Office or
email her at Juanita@firstmethodist.net
FUTURE IMPORTANT CHURCH BUSINESS MEETINGS
West Charge Conference - January 18 -Sunday-ZOOM
Council Meetings—2021—5:30
March 15 May 17 July 19 September 20 November 1
If you are interested in the ZOOM presentation, contact the office for the ID # to access
Page 11 . . .Our Pastors and Services . . . JANUARY 2021
S UNDAY WORSHIP JANUARY SERIES
SERVICES The WILL OF GOD
In the Sanctuary…
Jan. 3 - A new series: The Will of God
8:30 a.m. The BRIDGE
10:45 a.m. Traditional
In Celebration Hall... Jan. 10 - God’s Intentional Will
11:00a.m Contemporary
Rev. Scott Bradford Livestream by tuning in on You Jan. 17 - God’s Circumstantial Will
Senior Pastor Tube & search for First United
Methodist Church San Angelo Jan. 24— God’s Ultimate Will
or go to firstmethodist.net/
sundaystreaming; or tune into Jan. 31—another stab at “Discerning the Will
radio KWFR 101.9THE FIRE of God”
Childcare available during all
services. Children are always
welcome in worship. Worship activity bags are inside the sanctuary front and back
doors and on the stage in Celebration Hall.
Hearing Assistance Devices are available in the narthex.
FirstPlace Café & Info Desk
Rev. Kristie Crisp The open area next to Celebration Hall is our home to coffee and donuts, connections
with our members and guests, and information about our
Associate Pastor ministries. The Info Desk is located in the main area near the entrance to the Educa-
tion wing off of Beauregard Street.
Holy Communion
We celebrate Communion in all services on the first Sunday of each month. We be-
lieve this is the Lord’s Table, and all are invited to participate in this Sacrament.
In Homes—We will take communion to the homebound. 655-8981 to schedule
OTHER SERVICES FOR WORSHIP AND FAITH DEVELOPMENT
Sunday School… (Most are Zooming now: Call Office FMI)
Classes for adults, young couples, youth, children and infants/toddlers are held
every Sunday beginning at 9:30 a.m. Brochures are available throughout the church
to point you in the direction you wish to attend or check online: firstmethodist.net, or
Rev. Dale Weise call 655-8981 for more information.
Associate Pastor Special Seasons and Events….
Morning Glories, a women’s prayer and study group, meet every Tuesday morning
at 10:00 am in the Journey Sunday School Classroom. Studies are led by various
members and include mission projects, prayers and active discussions. An annual
retreat highlights this group’s devoted study and communion. Other study groups
are held throughout the year. Our online site will list those courses that are available:
firstmethodist.net or you can call the office at 655-8981 for more information.
Rev. Nathaniel Hankins
Associate Pastor
Scriptures for JANUARY
JANUARY 3 JANUARY 10 JANUARY 17 JANUARY 24 JANUARY 31
Epiphany Sunday Baptism of the Lord Second Sunday Third Sunday Fourth Sunday
After the Epiphany After the Epiphany After the Epiphany
Isa. 60:1-6 Gen 1:1-5
Ps 72:1-7, 10-14 Ps 29 1 Sam 3:1-10 (11-20) Jon 3:1-5, 10 Deut 18:15-20
Eph 3:1-12 Acts 19:1-7 Ps 139:1-6, 13-18 Ps 62:5-12 Ps 111
Matt 2:1-12 Mark 1:4-11 1 Cor 6:12-20 1 Cor 7:29-31 1 Cor 8:1-13
John 1:43-51 Mark 1:14-20 Mark 1:21-28
Page 12. . .Asking for Prayers . . . JANUARY 2021
HEALTH CONCERNS
Administrators, Teachers, Staff, CANCER
Students & Parents
Betty Andrews Health Concerns
R.R. Jerry Tindel
Caroline Weatherby Health Concerns JoAnn Motl
Barry Kleypas
Danny Hughes Surgery (recovering) Kevin Halfmann
Bill Humble
Gene Walton Shingles & Complications Bitsy (Durham) Kirby Kim Hunter
JoAnn Larimore Health Concerns Briana McCall Kinsley Baker
Larry Williams Health Concerns Carol Smith Linda Rogers
Mary Witt Health Concerns Caryl Guisinger Liz Hernandez
Pat Adams Health Concerns Connie Weems Melissa James
Darlene Speck Michaela Rigsby
Peggy Gainer Health Concerns Nicole Kleinsmith
Dawn Jackson
Wesley Kramer(Uncle of Lauren Baring) Health Concerns Drew Williams Raul Najera
Will Allen Health Concerns Ethan Miller Richard Watts
The Family of Norman Rousslot Fay Coleman Robert Jordan
Fred Buck Ron Hoelle
(brother-in-law to Richard Mayer)
Fred Gudmundson Rosura Gonzales
The Family of Esther Burt D. 11/25/2020 Roy Shannon
Jason Bailey
The Family of Karen Rogers D. 12/15/2020 Jay Moore Sheryl Bragg
Jeff Peters Shirley Kennedy
Jeff Ward Susan Armstrong
In Memoriam Jennifer Cooper Vernon Fritze
Wendy Slaughter
In In
Memoriam Memoriam
Karen Rogers Esther Burt
December 15, 2020 November 25, 2020
Beloved Member of First Beloved Member of
United Methodist Church First United
Methodist Church
“Do not be worried and be “When Jesus spoke again
upset. Believe in God and to the people,” he said, “I
believe also in me. There am the Light of the World.
are many rooms in my Whoever follows me will
Father’s house, and I am never walk in darkness,
going to prepare a place but will have the Light of Ours Serving in Military
for you. ” Life.” Tyler Barden USAF
Daryl Bradford Tx NG
John 18:11-13 Jason Bird USN
John 14:1-2
Chris Cavaness USAF
Ryan Gandy USAF
Savanah Gideon USA
Johnny Goldthrite USA
Randall Tye Graham USA
Honor or Mica Greenwood USN
memorialize someone Zane Jarvis USAF
by placing flowers on Matt Kuehhas USN
Weston McIntire USCG
the Chancel. Contact Josh Mort USAF
Dori Wegner at Danielle Pozun USAF
dori@swcia.com or Joshua Rodriguez USAF
Cody Smith USA
254-718-6189. Ryan Tallant USA
Page 13 . . .Children’s Ministry. . . JANUARY 2021
The Children’s Sunday School program will be having fun for
the spring semester. They will be studying The Gospel Ac-
cording to Dr. Seuss.
The kids get to check out how Dr. Seuss’ books work into
the Gospel
Remember These!!?
Nursery still looking for folks to work in the nursery during Sun-
day services and occasional scheduled activities throughout the
week. Must like working with children, must get a background
check and willing to get Safe Gathered. These are paying posi-
tions. Contact Laurel if interested: laurel@firstmethodist.net or
325 655-8981
Page 14. .Youth Minis- JANUARY 2021
Only one more day until school is out for Christmas! I know am be-
yond excited for some time with family, and I am sure you are too! O
Our Sunday morning Advent study is going so well. We have learned par
about Zachariah, Elizabeth, Mary, Joseph, and the Innkeeper so far. qui
We will learn about the shepherd and angel this week. The students the
seem to really be getting a good grasp on each character and their im- The
portance to Jesus' birth.
Last week was so much fun with our Christmas Courtyard followed out
by some reindeer games. As you know, our youth are extremely com- ma
petitive, so minute to win it games are always a blast. unw
This week will be our Christmas Party! We will meet in Celebration Hall for a movie, tre
gingerbread house decorating, snacks, and a gift exchange. We will be in the Celebra-
tion Hall, so we can socially distance while watching the movie and eating our snacks. I sic,
am asking for each student to bring a wrapped gift $10 or under and a snack to gym
share. Please take extra precautions while making your snacks. Also, please let me tes
know if you need help purchasing a gift. I would be more than happy to provide one for
your student. I do not want that to be the reason they don't come. We will all be wear- mo
ing our pajamas too!!! Our party will be from 6:00 - 8:30 See you at 9:30 for Sunday dis
School and 6:00 for our Christmas party! Wear your pajamas on Sunday Evening!
Thanks, Chelsea Lytle
Chelsea—Youth director
SPIRIT
Parents and Youth,
What a special day yesterday (Sunday, Dec. 13) was for Spirit and the
church. Thank you all for your support during these difficult circumstances. I felt
yesterday was an important step for the kids just to be able to sing in worship once
again and have the congregation feel a connection to the kids and understand we
have not disappeared in spite of a virus that has knocked us out of our normal lives.
I am extremely proud of our kids!!
A big thank you to all of the kids and the parents that participated in the events that made for long
day yesterday! I am thankful to the handbells that helped create a Christmas atmosphere and a spe-
cial collaboration between our two groups. Last nights events with hot chocolate and cookies with
caroling led by the “Masked Spirit” group provided a fun safe Christmas atmosphere. Thanks to all
of you that participated! We also had one more caroling event at Heritage Park, downtown across
the street diagonally from the Cactus. Everyone sang their hearts out and this event was beautiful.
We are dispensing with having a party but send out prayers for future parties and gatherings!
I understand that all of our Christmas celebrations will be much different this year and some
may struggle with finding the Merry in it. In spite of the difficult circumstances that 2020 has
brought forth, I feel confident that we can all still find many things to be thankful for in our lives! I
pray that 2021 will be accompanied by some positive changes and we can get life back on track to
some normalcy. Following Christmas break we will once again be preparing for tour. If you plan to
go on tour this year it will be very important that you attend regularly scheduled rehearsals.
Please keep friends and family members in your prayers, both struggles and joys and a special
prayer for Pastor Scott for a speedy and healthy recovery.
Everyone have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season!
Tony Walker-
God Bless,
SPIRIT Director TonyFirst United Methodist Church
37 E. Beauregard
San Angelo, Texas 76903
JANUARY 2021
Worship Schedule. . .
SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES
In the Sanctuary
8:30 a.m. The BRIDGE
Traditional 10:45 a.m.
In Celebration Hall –Contemporary
11:00 a.m.
Sunday School
9:30 Children & Adults
First United Methodist Church 10:45 Traditional service broadcast on KWFR 101.9
37 E. Beauregard Childcare available during all services
San Angelo, Texas 76903 Children are always welcome in worship.
Worship activity bags are outside the sanctuary.
Hearing Assistance Devices are available in
The mission of this Church is
Livestream by tuning in on YOU Tube (if you are a member) and
to make disciples of Jesus search for First United Methodist Church San Angelo or you
Christ for the transformation can go to our website: firstmethodist.net and find the link first-
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