October 30 and 31

HOW CAN WE PRAY FOR YOU?
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OCTOBER 30 AND 31, 2021
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Please do not publish my prayer request.
I HAVE A PRAISE THIS WEEK! IT IS:
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Beth Bauer, Ed, those joining the military, Bev Cannon, Valorie Smith, those
with Covid, Pastor David, Cathy Bronder, Denise Tipton, Monica, Cindy
Ketchem, Melody Mannino, Roy Dupie, Debbie Mattoli, Tom Hemstreet, Dan
Zimmerman, Charles Peach, US Military, First Church, US Government, the
Fulmer family, Donna B., Matt, Ash, Cameron, Joyce Buchanan, missionaries,
Kathy Thompson, Jack McClelland, Lyle, Landon, Olivia Bartholomew,
Judy Fiscus, Lorraine, Joey, our country, Frank, Bill Wilson, Teri, Crystal, Bud
and Shirley, Linda Fair, Fay, Sharon and Tommy, Lori Wolbach, Tom M., Janet
Gregg, Chuck’s mom, Dick Sickle, Tom and Lori Turner family, Kelly Stover,
Jesse Carothers, Bill and Diana Sloan, Rick Fennell, Crysti Rape, Ronald
Rape, Leslie Anderson, Jenn Kerryumpf, John Turner, Mr. and Mrs. Greg Bitter,
Danielle Vogt, Colin Campbell, Concordia staff and residents, Susan Owens,
Rick Critchfield, Edna, Evie, Jeff, Terry Doller, Karen Smith, the Spithaler family,
Patty Worley family, Margie Helgert, Marilee, Walter Smith, Bob Guntrum,
Joe Sullivan, Jim Sullivan, the Lapcevic family, Eugene, Ron, Kelley, Dan Igo,
Jack Groves, Patti and Rick Eisenhuth, Ashley Tack Sherman, Vern Smith,
Matt, Christine, the Hooks family, the family of Martha, Randy and mom,
Joyce, Kay, Audrey, the Raymond family, victims of fire and flood, 17 missionary
hostages, Remington Smith, Jane, the family of Mel, Joyce Hays,
Bob Cararie, Mildren Moren
The flowers on the Downtown Campus altar are given in memory of Jack
Myers by his wife, Ann, and their family.
SEPTEMBER FINANCIALS
Offerings/other income: $76,798.55 Expenses: $120,185.45 Balance: -$43,386.90
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME, TALENTS, AND TREASURES!
To give with your treasures at First Church:
• On your phone...use the Church Center App, then choose your campus*
• Give online at www.butlerfumc.com/donate
• Mail or drop off your offering to the church office at 200 E North St., Butler,
PA 16001
To give with your time and talents, go to www.butlerfumc.com/ministry to learn
what ministry teams are in need of YOU!
*We have recently changed giving platforms from Pushpay to Church Center. If
you are having any diffulty transitioning, contact bmonfre@butlerfumc.com for
assistance. Check www.butlerfumc.com/donate for more info!
WELCOME TO
SATURDAY SERVICES
6 p.m., Downtown Campus, 200 E. North St.
7 p.m., God’s Country, Rt. 8 Campus, 1802 N Main St. Ext.
7 p.m., God’s Country Online, www.youtube.com/c/firstchurchbutler
SUNDAY SERVICES
8:20 a.m., Downtown Campus
9:45 a.m., Crossfire, Rt. 8 Campus, 1802 N Main St Ext.
9:45 a.m., Crossfire Online, www.youtube.com/c/firstchurchbutler
11:15 a.m., Downtown Campus
CHURCH OFFICE
200 E. North St, Butler, PA 16001
Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
724.283.6160
www.butlerfumc.com
David Janz, Sr. Pastor............................................ djanz@butlerfumc.com
Tom Holman, Pastor .........................................tholman@butlerfumc.com

PASS THE TURKEY, PLEASE...
We are honored to participate in the gathering of ingredients for the
Thanksgiving Day Dinner that is held by St. Peter Catholic Church.
Through Sunday, November 14th, we will be gathering the following
ingredients:
• Stuffing, boxed
• Cranberry Sauce, canned
• Green beans, large cans
St. Peter is also collecting the following items at their facility beginning
November 3. Drop off at St. Peter Catholic Church of All Saints Parish
Church Hall, 127 Franklin St., Butler 16001, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.
- 3 p.m. or Sunday 7:30 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. (before and after 8 a.m. mass).
• Frozen turkeys (18-22 lbs)
• Cakes (pumpkin, gingerbread, or apple)
Go to https://butlerturkeydayfeast.com/ for more information or to sign
up to serve at the event.
HAPPY 103RD BIRTHDAY!!
We wish John Mahler a very happy and
healthy 103rd birthday on November 12th!
We invite you to wish him a happy birthday
as well. Here’s how you can do so:
• Mail cards to the church office,
200 E North St., Butler, PA 16001 in
c/o John Mahler.
• Drop cards off at the welcome
centers and at the church office
through November 10th.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
Operation Christmas Drop Off Dates Child
October 30/31 and November 6/7
First Church is proud to partner with Operation Christmas Child
again this year. Each year, millions of shoe boxes filled with gifts are
delivered to children all over the world. In addition to the gifts, the
children also receive the Gospel in their language, and the opportunity
to attend discipleship lessons. Will you help change the life of
a child?
How to pack a shoebox:
1. Find a shoebox: Start with an average-size cardboard or
plastic shoebox If you want to wrap it, cover the box and lid
separately. Shoeboxes are also available in the lobby of the
campuses.
2. Girl or boy: Decide whether you will pack a box for a girl or a
boy, and the age category, 2-4, 5-9, 10-14.
3. Fill with gifts: Select a medium to large “wow” item such as a
soccer ball with pump or stuffed animal, then fill with other fun
toys, hygiene items, and school supplies. All items should be
new and unused (handmade items are welcome). No liquids,
medicines or war-related items!
4. Pray: Most importantly, pray for the child who will receive
your gift. You can also include a personal note and photo.
5. All donations can be dropped off before and after services or
at the church office during business hours of 8 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.,
Monday thru Friday.
Don’t have time to pack a shoebox?
You might choose to help with a financial donation instead. This
covers shipping and any extra supplies needed to fill boxes. $9
covers shipping a box for 1 child. $30 pays for a filled box and
shipping for one child. Write checks to FUMC with “Operation
Christmas Child” in the memo.

Fall back one hour on Sunday, November 7.
CHURCH CONFERENCE
We come together one time per year to pray about and discuss our life together
as a church. This year we are meeting on Saturday, November 6 at the Downtown
Campus. We will gather for breakfast at 9 a.m. in the Lower Fellowship Hall and
then move to the sanctuary at 10 a.m. for our yearly conference. Join us for both
or just for the conference.
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
The “Sing” movie night will be held at the Route 8 Campus on Thursday, November
11 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Kids of all ages are invited. Hotdogs, chips, applesauce
and drinks will be provided. RSVP to sasa@butlerfumc.com requested but not
required.
GRATITUDE HIKE
Enjoy a devo time in the great outdoors! Fusion Youth is holding this event, but the
entire church is welcome to attend. We will meet at 10 a.m. on November 6 at the
South Shore at Moraine State Park at the large parking lot that accesses the Pleasant
Valley boat ramp (look for the sign for the Sunken Garden Trail sign). Dress appropriately
for the day. Drop off and pick up of youth will be at Moraine. Contact
Alex at aevanoff@butlerfumc.com with questions.
Throughout Thanksgiving and Christmas, we will love our neighbors with the following
collections. It is not expected that you give to every collection but our prayer is
that there may be one that touches your heart. These organizations and all of First
Church staff appreciate any and every way that you can support our neighbors.
Items can be dropped off at services or at the church office during business hours.
• Flood bucket and hygiene kits for Eastbrook Mission Barn (UMCOR) -
through November 11th.
• *Operation Christmas Child (shoeboxes) - now through November 8th.
• *Thanksgiving Dinner supplies for St. Peter’s Thanksgiving Day Dinner -
through November 14th.
• *Fishbone Ministries - November 27 - (date to be determined)
• *Christmas Day Dinner - Sign up sheets will be available the first weekend of
Advent
* Indicates that online giving will also be available, dates may vary from above.
BROKEN THINGS...PICKING UP THE PIECES
Our conversations around the staff table this fall have focused a good deal on the
places where First Church continues to live shackled to her past and the pain that
past contains. We’ve talked about the importance of naming that pain – the
brokenness stemming from the painful things of the last decade. In this series, we
want to primarily use the story of the man with the shriveled hand in Matthew 12 to
address the broken places in our individual lives and our life together as a church.
We want to circle how Jesus engages “broken things” in life, and invite us to see
our brokenness through his eyes. The target at the end is having named our brokenness
in the presence of Jesus, we can offer it to him for healing and allow him
to begin writing a new chapter in the First Church story.
You are encouraged to bring your bible or an electronic device (phone/tablet) to
read along with scripture readings during the service.
TAKING IT HOME
Our readings for the week ahead are:
MONDAY, November 1..................................................................2 Peter 1; Psalm 141
TUESDAY, November 2....................................................................2 Peter 2; Psalm 142
WEDNESDAY, November 3.............................................................2 Peter 3; Psalm 143
THURSDAY, November 4........................................................................................John 1
FRIDAY, November 5...........................................................................John 2; Psalm 144
SATURDAY, November 6.....................................................................John 3; Psalm 145
SUNDAY, November 7...........................................................................................John 4
LET THE LITTLE CHILDREN COME TO ME...
The First Church children are in need of fun people with a heart for Jesus to
serve once or twice a month. No experience is necessary, curriculum, mentoring
and supplies are provided.
• Help with 4-5 year-old’s during Crossfire service (Rt 8, 9:45 a.m., Sunday),
lead or assist.
• 3rd through 6th graders need mentors and leaders during Roots (Sunday
evenings, 5-7 p.m. ) and Sunday mornings during the Crossfire Service
(9:45 a.m.). Both meet at Rt 8.
• Childcare during free play, while parents are in Bible Study from 8:30 to
9:40 a.m. on Sunday mornings at Rt 8.
• The One Room group that meets Downtown on Sunday mornings during
the 11:15 a.m. service needs leaders.
Please join us, and pray for our efforts to provide excellent ministry for kids!
DID YOU KNOW?
that there is a food distribution held every other Wednesday
from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Cinema of the Clearview Mall?
The Network of Hope Food Bank holds an honor based income
eligible food bank that distributes canned, dry, produce, frozen
and refrigerated food. Clients must fill out a form of self-declaration
of need. The next distributions will be November 3 and 17.
OCTOBER 30 AND 31, 2021
CONTACT INFORMATION
Please place this card in the offering or
hand it in at the welcome center before you
leave. Thank you!
Change in contact information
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11:15 a.m., Downtown
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I AM WILLING TO SERVE
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