FEBUARY 2015

Heralding the News of the First United Methodist Church of Oviedo

Membership News

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Nature Walk

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INSIDE: Military Support

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Boy Scouts Mulch Sale

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Bloodmobile

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Blood Pressure Screening

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Campus Workday

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Drama Casting Call

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Children’s Home Party

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Global Summit

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Stephen Ministry

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Mission Team Update

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Hope Shamrock 5K

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District Training Event

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UMW Dinner

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UMW Circles

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UMM Breakfast

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ECC Registration

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Womens Bible Study

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Children’s Ministry

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Young at Heart

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February Birthdays

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Church Staff

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Wednesdays, 12:15-12:45 PM Beginning February 18th Lent is a period of forty days when we reflect on our humanity and absolute need for God's grace in our lives. This year, we're offering mid-week services of nourishment and healing during these forty days. The service will be relatively quiet with the reading of Scripture, Prayer, Communion, and Anointing with oil for healing. The services will be held on Wednesdays, 12:15-12:45 PM, beginning on Ash Wednesday, February 18th. Make this Lent a meaningful one by making yourself available to Christ's nourishing presence on Wednesdays during your lunch hour.

Nature Walk With God Saturday, February 28th 4:00 PM Come, join us on February 28th for a late afternoon and twilight journey with God. We will meet at the Barr Street Trailhead at 4:00 PM to walk around the Little-Big Econ Kolokee Loop. From there, we will walk through a longleaf pine forest where the turpentine industry flourished long ago.

NEWS Our Christian love and sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Julie Moss, who passed away on January 7, 2015. Services were held in the Historic Sanctuary on January 24th. Currently, our church membership is 1,479, and we look forward to seeing the “body of Christ” grow when our New Members class joins the church on February 8th. If you are interested in joining the church or would like to know when the next New Members Class will be held, please contact Charlene Davis in the church office (407-365-3255 or [email protected]).

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The walk fringes a family of bogs that comprise the lake where we will see wild life and song birds, as well as hawks and cranes. Deer, coyotes, fox, bobcats and many other representatives of nature may cross our path.

As the sun burns through a long view of the horizon across this wild, wet prairie, we will settle into a comfortable area around a campfire for stories and tales. Bring snacks, a swatch to sit on, and a big smile.

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COOKIES! COOKIES! Please bring your cookies, wrapped by twos, to Fellowship Hall on Sunday, February 1, at 9:00 AM to prepare for mailing to our soldiers for Valentine’s Day. We can also send candy and notes, so please join with us for this very special event. The "One Nation Under God" concert on January 27 was fabulous! A crowded sanctuary enjoyed the awesome patriotic music and, especially, the inspiring message from COL(R) Danny McKnight of “Black Hawk Down” fame. Among our special guests were many military veterans, first responders and even a group of ROTC students -- the past, the present

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and the future. Special thanks to Kathy Rohe and her team for their support of the event, and also to those who provided refreshments and helped in so many other ways. The next meeting of the Military Support Team will be held on Sunday, February 8, at noon in Fellowship Hall. Please RSVP to Liz Whitley [email protected] so that she can adequately prepare for lunch. We are well into the planning for the Fallen Floridians Memorial Cross Tribute scheduled for May and eager to share the latest details with members of the Team.

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FUMCO SPRING CAMPUS WORKDAY Saturday, March 28th (9:00 a.m.—Noon) Come and help as we bid farewell to winter and beautify the church campus for the Easter holidays! Activities planned include general exterior cleaning and pressure washing, cleaning gutters, raking leaves and other miscellaneous yard work. For those who would prefer to work indoors, we are also planning to do some light interior cleaning. Let us know if you can come and help! Contact Alan Dares at [email protected] or 407-365-3255. We hope to see you there!

THE BIG RED BUS IS COMING!! Sunday, February 8th 8:00 AM—1:00 PM Mark your calendar for the opportunity to donate blood here at the church on Sunday, February 8, 2015. The bus will arrive at 8 A.M. to the Lake Jessup side of the Historic Sanctuary and be here until 1 P.M. Donors are encouraged to make appointments online: www.oneblooddonor.org using code #27896. All donors will receive a voucher for a FREE MOVIE TICKET and a wellness checkup including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, iron count and cholesterol screening!

DRAMA TEAM CASTING CALL On February 15th, the FUMCO Drama Team will present a short one act drama titled, “John The Baptist.” Casting needs are:

- 3 or more of John’s Disciples (any age, any gender) - 2 or 3 Scribes/Pharisees (adult males) Only one spoken line from among these actors. Please contact the church office or Bob Putnam ([email protected]) if you would like to participate. Thank you!

CHILDREN’S HOME VALENTINE’S DAY PARTY FUMCO is hosting a Valentine’s Day Party on February 9th at the Children’s Home. We will set up and start decorating at 2:00 PM, and the party will be from 5:00-6:30 PM. We would love for you to join us for some or all of the festivities! Donations needed: Valentine cupcakes and candy, fruit and veggie trays, and monetary donations for fried chicken. Contact Margaret Morris (407-9679163 or [email protected]) for more information. Thank you!

Beginning February 8th, the FUMCO Health Ministry Team will be providing free blood pressure checks on the 2nd Sunday of each month. This will be done in the Welcome Center area (portico) between services. February 2015

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR:

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OUR VISION: The FUMCO Stephen Ministries vision is to be a healthy, effective, equipping caregiving ministry team that serves Jesus Christ, our congregation and our community for generations to come.

OUR GOAL: The goal of each member of the FUMCO Stephen Ministries Team is to help make FUMCO Stephen Ministries the best possible place in which to develop our compassion, faith, skills and trustworthiness to provide effective ChristOUR MISSION STATEMENT: The centered care to our church and mission of the FUMCO Stephen Ministry is community. to identify, train, and support our Stephen Ministers and Leaders to enable them to For more information on our Stephen grow spiritually as they use their God given Ministry program, please contact one of gifts to provide a Christ-centered careour Stephen Leaders. Diane Bless,Karen giving ministry to our congregation and Quick,and Jim Wottring at community. [email protected].

Mission Team News You are invited to join the FUMCO Mission Team on February 19, 2015, at 7:00 PM in Room 3-205! As part of The United Methodist Church, one of our primary responsibilities as good followers of Jesus Christ and John Wesley, is to go out and care for others in our community and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with our neighbor. We invite you to join hands with us as we strive to fulfill this responsibility. We have neighbors who need the love of God right here in Oviedo, as well as across the globe in Zambia. We want you to be a part of our Mission Team as we fulfill FUMCO's vision to make everyone a follower of Jesus Christ, loving God and others. We're a busy and passionate bunch on the Mission Team, and we have a lot to do of on behalf of our church! The next event we are planning is to host a dinner and dancing fundraiser on April 18th in the church gym, and we need your help. Please join us! February 2015

SATURDAY, MARCH 7TH HOPE’s 4th annual Sham Rock N Run 5K will provide much-needed additional funds for HOPE’s programs and services which include a Food Pantry and Resource Center. You can run, walk, skip, or hop through the 5K course in your St. Patty’s Day best, all to help families in crisis in our community.

$25—Race registration includes: Race Fee T-shirt After Race Refreshments Prizes for craziest St. Patrick’s Day Themed Costume & Largest Team! www.fumco.net

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

Hospitality Greeters are needed before sessions to help our 500+ visitors find their way around our campus. If you have 30-60 minutes to spare, please contact Charlene Davis in the church office: 407-365-3255 or [email protected]. Note: This will not interfere with any workshops you sign up for. Thank you!

List of Workshops (Go to www.ecdistrictumc.org for full descriptions of each workshop)

SESSION I—LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES ACQUIRING THE EVANGELISTIC PASSION (Session I only) Leader: Rev. Dr. Rini Hernandez

CONGREGATIONAL VITALITY—Grow, Groom & Guide Lay Leadership (Session I only) Leader: Janet Earls CONGREGATIONAL VITALITY—10 Things Every Church Can do to Act Like a New Church (Session I only) Leader: Rev. Dan Jackson DONOR-DRIVEN STEWARDSHIP IN A COMPETITIVE MARKET (Session I only) Leader: Tom Wilkinson

BRAIN FITNESS MINISTRY (Session I or II) Leaders: Rev. Gary Rideout and Peggy Bargmann

CAREGIVER’S DAY OUT: Caring for Our Seniors and EXPANDING YOUR CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE (Session I or II) Their Family Caregivers (Session I or II) Leader: Rev. Annette Stiles Pendergrass Leader: Mary Beth Craig-Oatley CHILDREN’S MINISTRY BASICS (Session I only) Leader: Caitlin Booth COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT FOR LONG-TERM TRANSFORMATION (Session I or II) Leaders: Lynette Fields and Kristina Skipper February 2015

FLORIDA UM CHILDREN’S HOME REP TRAINING (Session I only) Leaders: Trista Calvin and Kevin Evers

FRESH EXPRESSIONS (Session I or II) Leader: Rev. Audrey Warren

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IMAGINE NO MALARIA—Ideas, Inspiration & Imagination (Session I only) Leader: Kylie Foley

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL & VBS SHOWCASE (Session II only) Leaders: Caitlin Booth and Bob McCleary

KEEPING THE FAITH: Creating a Church for All Ages—Intergenerational Ministry (Session I only) Leader: Rev. Melissa Cooper

CHILD YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING (Session II only) Leader: LaNita Battles

LAY LEADER BOOT CAMP (Session I only) Leader: Alice Williams

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT FOR LONG-TERM TRANSFORMATION (Session I or II) Leaders: Lynette Fields and Kristina Skipper

LEAD LIKE JESUS TRAINING OVERVIEW (Session I or II only) Leader: Jim Boesch CONGREGATIONAL VITALITY—Guest to Disciple (Session II only) Leader: Janet Earls MINISTRY PROTECTION FOCUS FOR TRUSTEES (Session I only) Leader: LaNita Battles CONGREGATIONAL VITALITY—Breaking through Barriers to Grow Your Church (Session II) MISSIONS IN CUBA (Session I or II) Leader: Rev. Dan Jackson Leader: Rev. Rusty Belcher EMPOWERING FAMILY FAITH FORMATION MOBILIZING THE CHURCH INTO MISSIONAL (Session II only) Leader: Rev. Melissa Cooper LEADERSHIP (Session I or II) Leader: Brenda Rogers ENDOWMENT FUNDS AND PLANNED GIVING: Enhancing Long-Term Sustainability (Session II only) YOU’RE UPFRONT, NOW WHAT? - Worship Leader: Tom Wilkinson (Session I only) Leader: Tammy and Glenn Hegel EXPANDING YOUR CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE YOUTH: Be. Go. Do. (for 6th-12th Graders) - (Session (Session I or II) I only) Leader: Kyle Aycock Leader: Rev. Annette Stiles Pendergrass YOUTH WORKERS: Relationships Matter (Session I only) Leader: Mark Bitner

FRESH EXPRESSIONS (Session I or II) Leader: Rev. Audrey Warren

SESSION II—LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

LEAD LIKE JESUS TRAINING OVERVIEW (Session I or II) Leader: Jim Boesch

ADQUIRIENDO LA PASION EVANGELISTICA (Session II only) Leader: Rev. Dr. Rini Hernandez BEYOND POWERPOINT & THE PULPIT—Worship (Session II only) Leaders: Tammy and Glenn Hegel BRAIN FITNESS MINISTRY (Session I or II) Leaders: Rev. Gary Rideout and Peggy Bargmann

SCARF: A Brain-based Model for Collaborating with and Influencing Others (Session II only) Leader: Alice Williams YOUTH: Imagine No Malaria (for 6th-12th Graders) (Session II only) Leader: Kylie Foley YOUTH WORKERS: Support Structures (Session II only) Leader: Stacia Thetard

CAREGIVER’S DAY OUT: Caring for Our Seniors and Their Family Caregivers (Session I or II) Leader: Mary Beth Craig-Oatley February 2015

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Women’s Night of Fellowship February 10th, 6:00 p.m. (Check-in 5:45 p.m.)

Fellowship Hall Hosted by the Faith Circle

PROGRAM: Featured Speaker: Joyce Hartsfield, Director of Restoration Ministries for Women (A Love Offering will be collected)

DINNER COST: $7.00 Menu: Strawberry Salad, Lemon Chicken Piccata over Angel Hair Pasta, Green Beans, Dinner Rolls, Triple Chocolate Cake w/Ganache

Please RSVP to a circle leader, church office, or online (www.fumco.net) by: Friday, February 6, 2015

All women of the church are welcome! Dinner is complimentary for newcomers. February 2015

www.fumco.net For babysitting contact: Angela Relyea / 407-276-3920 / [email protected]

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United Methodist Women February Circle Meetings AGAPE CIRCLE: (Chairs: Pam Boyd/Pat Burke)

2nd Tuesday at Noon. Feb. 10th—Meet at Townhouse Restaurant

BETHANY CIRCLE: (Chair: Frankie Crews)

2nd Monday at 7:00 p.m. Feb. 9th—Meet in Jones Parlor. June Hennigan (Hostess); Elaine Gazaway (Co-Hostess)

CIRCLE OF FRIENDSHIP: (Chair: Maureen Riddley)

1st Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Feb. 4th—Meet in Jones Parlor. Linda Vail & Elinor Lomax (Hostesses)

*DAUGHTERS OF EVE: 3rd Friday at 9:00 a.m. Feb. 20th—Meet in Jones Parlor (Chairs: Marla Poissant & Tiffany Wiedner) FAITH CIRCLE: (Chair: Caralyn Clark)

2nd Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 12th—Home of Cathy McDonald (Hostess); Diane Boese & Micki Cation (Co-Hostesses)

KOINONIA CIRCLE: (Chair: Susan Juge)

1st Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Feb. 5th—Home of Cathy Howell (Hostess); Margaret Morris & Susan Juge (Co-Hostesses)

MARY/MARTHA CIRCLE: (Chair: Jean Cortes)

3rd Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. Feb 17th—Meet in Jones Parlor

OUTSIDERS CIRCLE: (Chair: Ruth Gates)

2nd & 3rd Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. Feb. 12th—Off site meeting and walk; Feb. 19th—Meet at Townhouse Restaurant for breakfast

RUTH CIRCLE: (Chairs: Ann Irwin)

2nd Monday at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 9th—Home of Peggy Helbig (Hostess)

VERA HUGHLETT CIRCLE: (Chair: Ann Cowan)

2nd Monday at 12:30 p.m. Feb. 9th—Home of Velma Hall (Hostess) *BABYSITTING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

ONGOING MISSION NEEDS TOILETRY ITEMS NEEDED The Daughters of Eve Circle is in need of sample-size toiletries (especially body wash, shampoo, conditioner) for the bags provided to low income mothers-to-be through the Seminole County Health Department. Please drop off your donations in the church office. Thank you!

Come join us for breakfast in the Fellowship Hall on:

Sunday, February 15th Time: 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Donation is $4.00; first-timers eat free. If you would like to be on the U.M.M. mailing list, please contact Craig Day at 407-388-3794 or [email protected]

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LAWTON ELEMENTARY FOOD BANK The Mary Martha Circle is collecting hot and cold cereals, canned tomatoes, macaroni and cheese dinners, dried beans like lentils, split pea, etc. or canned beans, but NO GREEN BEANS.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER ANNOUNCES: Registration for the 2015-2016 School Year: Feb. 2 - Currently Enrolled Church Member Families Feb. 3 - Currently Enrolled NonMember Familes Feb. 4 - Church Member Families who are not currently enrolled Feb. 5 - Open Registration Begins For more information or to schedule a tour contact the ECC office at 407-365-3702 or email: [email protected] or [email protected]. Registration and preschool information is also available on our website: www.fumcoecc.com

CONFIRMATION CLASSES Confirmation classes will start on Sunday, February 15th. Please keep these precious young people in your prayers during this time of intentional preparation as they reflect on their faith and discover what it means to become a devoted follower of Jesus Christ. Our confirmands will make their first public profession of faith at a special service on Sunday, May 3rd.

EASTER EGG HUNT April 4, 2015 FUMCO’s annual community Easter Egg Hunt will be held on Saturday, April 4th. Please start collecting chicken-size plastic eggs, as well as small toys and hard candy to fill them. Drop off your donations to the church office. Thank you for your help and participation!

Tuesday Mornings—10:00 AM The Tuesday morning Women’s Bible Study is for ladies of all ages who want to fellowship with other women and deepen their spirituality. We will begin a new study of the Gospel of John, starting January 27th. All ladies are invited to join us on Tuesday mornings in the Community February 2015

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Birthdays 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.

Bryce Lesser, Leona Abell, Sharon Powers, Jan Shelley, Gloria St. John Dakota Dunmire, Karen Quick James Ford, Ray Jones, Kendra Juge, Elizabeth Tainter, Dino Zevas Ann Barnes, Leanne Buchanan, Luke Griesemer, Mary Lacey Emily MacMahon Rocky Metcalf, Todd Schoening, David Shaffer Noel Aymat, Terry Barcus, Kendall Bergman, Patrick Clonts, Sally Crawford, Lauren Ford, Tim Hare, Jennifer Preston, Susan Stone Audrey Crawford, Mike Crawford, Theresa Eastman Morgan Colton, Michelle Guessetto, Kevin McDonald, Jackie Taylor Emily Felty-Day JB Bailey-Barnett, Cynthia Diehl, Grace Lancaster, Jenny Maxfield Lynn Abascal, Max MacMahon, Taryn Riley Eve Brokaw, David Champlin, Adam Hale, Dena Heath, Sue Marlin, Sonia Thompson Linda Helms, Jack Keller, Tim King, Polly McIntyre, Frank Sloan, Karen Steiner Jathan Bailey-Barnett, Patti Conner, Chloe Gottlieb, Michael Hopkins, Dawn Ohl Barbara Bailey, Tony Garlinski, Todd Jones, Kathleen Murphy Melissa Coad, Rick Eckel, Darren Lesser, Kate McDonnell, Jana Stilwell Charles Evans, Laurie Ford, Matthew Kern, Bradley Pomp, Courtney Puckett Dana Flint, Carly Kovach, Ed Lamkin, David Lancaster, Caitlin MacMahon Jarvis Bailey-Barnett, Annette Cyrkel, Rachel Monroe, Mike Wood Roger Monroe, Jordan Nagel, Adam See

22. Mildred Adicks, Mary Alford, Carole Blake, Scott Burns, Henry Clark, Kim Coburn, Barbara Corkery, Harry Ireland, Bobby Kimrey, Cassidy Smith 23. Joe Alcala, Daniel Guessetto 24. Judy Ciesla, Ryan Fisk, Grace Jones, Christy Phelps, Shannon Tokumaru 25. Molly Beard, Marie Davenport, Deana Hale, Danielle Kern, Avery Rickey, Baylie Scott 26. Sarah Case, Renee Fruhwirth, Leah Hayhurst, Dave Hoover, Kathe Jackson, John Roth 27. Turner Binkley, Brittany Fore, Joe Freire, Mac Garrett, Sandy Kanistras, Cherrill McMillian 28. Nancy George

Anniversaries 1. 4. 5. 6. 11. 12. 15. 16. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 27.

Gary & Julie McLean Parris & Carol Van Smith Michael Sigman & Jean MacInnis, Kevin & Melissa Trahan Frank & Lori Puckett Barry & Jean Olsen Jim & Mary Allen Tom Polhill & Polly McIntyre Bill & Emily Hamilton Derrick & Tammy Harrison Kevin & Jamie Mangum, Paul & Debra Nutcher David & Frankie Godwin Henry & Caralyn Clark Derek & Kelly Gindlesperger Dave & Nancy Hoover, George & Paula Martin, George & Anita Miller

YOUNG AT HEART EVERYONE IS INVITED to come to the February Young at Heart Luncheon and program on Thursday, February 19th at noon in Fellowship Hall. Reservations are necessary for lunch but the cost is only $4 per person. Our program will be the amazing “Professor Mental” who will present his Astonishing, Musical, Magical, Comedy Show! World renowned Professor Mental will have you falling out of your chairs and doubled over with laughter! You don’t want to miss it! Please make your reservations by calling the church office (407365-3255) by noon on Tuesday, Feb. 17. February 2015

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First United Methodist Church Oviedo OUR MISSION: To make disciples for Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. OUR VISION: Every person to become a follower of Jesus, loving God and others.

First United Methodist Church Oviedo Church Staff Pastor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rev. David Harris Associate Pastor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Dora Thomas Congregational Care Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Karen Quick *Financial Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kathy Taylor Administrator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alan Dares Administrative Assistant & Kitchen Coordinator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jeanette Dickson Executive Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charlene Davis Director of Music & Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lynne Roop *Asst. Director of Music & Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mike Conrad *Choral Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kara Ferland *Organist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kraig Lenius *AV Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kathy Rohe Custodian / Maintenance Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Frank Boesch *Part-time Custodian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kitty Riviera Director of Early Childhood Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Melody Boyington Director of Student Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Delton Henson *Youth Ministry Intern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jacob Garrett *Children and Family Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gwen Hubbs *Nursery Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dawn Lancaster

*Less than 40 hours

Church Mailing Address: 263 King Street, Oviedo, FL 32765 Church Office: 407-365-3255; Fax Line: 407-366-5750; Preschool (ECC): 407-365-3702 Sunday Worship Services: 8:00 (Casual Traditional); 9:30 (Praise & Worship); 11:00 (Traditional) Church Website: http://www.fumco.net (staff emails may be accessed through the website)

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