August 31, 2014
FirstDenton Today’s Worship 8:15 AM Sunday Groups 9:30 AM Sunday Groups Worship Service 11 AM Sunday Groups Worship Service Baptism: Josie Jones
What We Are All About Love God
We love God by living a life of genuine worship, prayer and study of God’s Word. Loving God means being fully devoted to Him and living a life of obedience.
Love People
Jesus said the world will know us by our love. We love people by first loving fellow believers in the church, and then loving and meeting the needs of people in Denton and around the world.
Make Disciples
Disciples are simply followers of Jesus Christ. We seek to make disciples through our worship services, Sunday Groups, Bible studies and one-on-one relationships. Our goal is to become fully devoted followers of Christ.
Share Jesus
At First Denton we believe everyone is called by God to share Jesus with those who are not yet believers in Christ. We are all ministers and God gives us unique opportunities to share the gospel message with those in our circles of influence.
Women’s
September 6 doors open at 5 pm
News & Events Men
Church Wide
Staff Anniversary Shirley Jones has been our Minister to Preschool Children for 10 years. In appreciation of her service we are receiving a love offering for Shirley. If you would like to contribute, please designate it to "Shirley Jones" on your offering envelope or check. Please take a moment to thank Shirley for 10 years of faithful service to preschool families. First Look September 7 • 5 pm • FH First Look is our membership class which gives new members and those who are interested in joining a chance to see all that we have to offer. A light supper will be served, so please RSVP online at FirstDenton.org/firstlook or call Deb Kingrey at 940.382.2577, x150. Church Offices Closed Our Church Offices will be closed on September 1 for Labor Day. We hope you will be able to enjoy time with your family and loved ones on this day. Preschool
Kid’s Night Out Friday • September 12 • 6-10 pm School has started and it's time for All About Apples at this month's Kid's Night Out. Children ages birth through 5th grade are welcome. The cost is $8 per child with a $26 family max. Register online at FirstDenton.org/kno by September 7. Young Adults
Men’s Bible Study Wednesdays • 7 pm • FH Beginning on Wednesday night, August 27 we will be looking at Tony Evan's study, The Power of God's Names. Whatever you are going through, God has a name for it. Come and join other men and discover the power in God's names. Women
Women’s Fall Kickoff September 6 • 5 pm • FH You are invited to a night of connection, worship and great food. You will meet new friends and mingle with old, hear an encouraging word and find all the ways to connect through the Women's Ministry. Tickets are $15. Women’s Fall Bible Study Beginning September 14, 16 & 17 This fall we will be studying "Children of the Day," an in-depth Bible study of 1 and 2 Thessalonians by Beth Moore. In this study, you'll find encouragement for living the Christian life now and hope for when Christ returns. Books are $15 and can be purchased at the first class meeting. To register and sign up for childcare visit FirstDenton.org/day. Missions
Young Adult Saturday • September 27 • 6:30 pm We are beginning a new ministry for post college adults, married or single with no kids, up to age 35. Join us on Saturday, September 27 at 6:30 pm at the Caswell's Ponderosa. We will have plenty of food, so mark your calendars.
Adults on Mission September 2 • 10 am • S-109 Adults on Mission is the church organization for missions involvement and learning that extends around the globe. At this month's meeting we will be discussing the Mary Hill Davis Offering and Operation Christmas Child. A covered dish luncheon will follow.
Adult 55+
39ers Lunch September 12 • 11:30 pm • FH Adults 55+ get together for a meal and fellowship the second Friday of each month in the Fellowship Hall. This month we will hear an update from Dr. Jeff Williams on our building campaign. Bring a side dish or dessert to share.
Food Pantry Sunday September 7 The first Sunday of each month is Food Pantry Sunday. This month we are requesting chili and soup. Please drop off these items in our white Food Pantry containers located around the church.
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This Week at First Denton
Today, 8/31 Prayer Meeting..........................6 pm, Conf. Rm Monday, 9/1 Church Offices Closed.......................Labor Day
Tuesday, 9/2 Women on Missions......................10 am, S-109 Overflow (C)........................................8 pm, WC
Wednesday, 9/3 Dinner...................................................5 pm, FH Awana (K)............................5:45 pm, Kids Floor WEBS...................................................6 pm, FH GriefShare........................................6 pm, S-111 Celebration Choir Rehearsal...........6:15 pm, CR United (S)..............................................7 pm, SF Men’s Bible Study................................7 pm, FH Praise Team/Band Rehearsal...............7:45, WC
Thursday, 9/4 Friday, 9/5 Saturday, 9/6 Women’s Fall Kickoff............................5 pm, FH P - Preschool Ministry K - Kid’s Ministry S - Student Ministry C - College Ministry Si - Singles Ministry F - Family Ministry M - Ministry to Men W - Women’s Ministry A - Adults 55 + R - Recreation
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Mu - Music Ministry FH - Fellowship Hall FR - First Refuge (1701 Broadway)
SF - Student Floor WC - Worship Center CR - Choir Room BR - Brides Room SH - South Hall CLC - Christian Life Center
1100 Malone St • Denton, TX 76201 • 940.382.2577 • FirstDenton.org
2014 Budget As of August 24 Budget Received This Week Budget Required Y-T-D Budget Received Y-T-D Over/Under Budget Building Funds Received Total Building Funds Received World Mission Y-T-D World Mission Goal
$45,719 $2,601,000 $2,372,062 ($228,937) $650 $802,304 $95,670 $225,000
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PANTRY SUNDAY September 7 Chili & Soup
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