The Poky Little Puppy, the Three Magi, and the First Christmas
Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris
Matthew 2:1-12
What gifts do we bring? We will look at how bringing something to the most vulnerable and the ones we love can make a small and a big difference – and both matter in God’s world.
DATES AT A GLANCE
Beer and Carols - Sunday, Dec 8
BHS Chamber Orchestra - Monday, Dec 9
FUMC Kids Play: Christmas in Bentonville - Wednesday, Dec 11
Youth Christmas Party - Sunday, Dec 15
FUMC Chancel Choir Christmas Cantata - Sunday, Dec 15
Urgent announcements
GET YOUR TICKETS BEFORE THEY SELL OUT!
Beer & Carols presented by the Mahoney Family Foundation is our signature winter event: a holiday singalong like no other! All of your favorite Christmas Carols and holiday hits will be led by the Beer & Hymns Band, joined by guest horn and string players from around NWA. We'll eat, drink, sing, and be merry while we support the work of the Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter. All ages are welcome. Wear an ugly sweater or tacky holiday outfit for a chance to win prizes! (Group Prize and Individual Prize to be awarded).
EVENT SPONSORS
The Mahoney Family Foundation, Moses Tucker Partners, David & Jane Gearhart, Erstine Holding Co., EDGES, Inc., and Cornerstone Business Solutions
TABLE SPONSORS:
The Carvells, The Henrys, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, The Whiteheads, FUMC Softball, Marian T. Lewis, First National Bank NWA, Dr. Donna Johnson & Neil Pumford, Tontitown Winery, Gail Crawford, First United Methodist Church Bentonville, and Adair Dental Arts
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FROM:
EVO Office Environments and Festive Nest
ANNUAL BEER & HYMNS SPONSORS:
Bentonville Moves Coalition, Greenwood Gearhart, First National Bank of NWA, CFO Network, First United Methodist Church of Bentonville, The Neighborhood Church, Central United Methodist Church of Fayetteville, 8th & Walton, Russell Bloodworth Photography, and Dr. Donna Johnson & Neil Pumford
Purchase a Poinsettia
Poinsettias are now available for purchase through Dec 15! Click here to purchase.
Family ministries
Youth Christmas Party
Youth 7-12th grade, Join us for a Christmas party on Sunday, December 15th from 4-5:30pm at the McCullough Home (6781 Summer Hill Cove | Springdale, AR)!
What to bring: A pair of Christmas/winter socks—wrapped and ready for a fun exchange! Important
Details: The McCullough home is a bit far, so we’re providing transportation for a limited number of folks. Space is limited, so sign up early! SIGN UP HERE.
*Please sign up even if you have your own ride so we can plan for food.
Christmas in Bentonville
Join us Wednesday, at 6 pm in Hines Hall on December 11th to see a modern-day Christmas story brought to you by the children of Bentonville FUMC! We would love for our children and audience to wear their favorite pajamas for an evening of celebration and fellowship! Our Youth will host a hot cocoa bar accepting additional donations for our Second Street Pantry.
Community Events
Cookies, Cocoa, & Crafts with Santa!
Please join us and bring your family and friends! Such a fun and festive afternoon with Santa before the Christmas Parade downtown. Open to the community. The event will be in Hines Hall.
Special Concert of Holiday Music!
Make plans to join the Bentonville High School Chamber Orchestra for a special concert of favorite Christmas music. The Concert will occur on Monday, December 9, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary here at First United Methodist Church. The award-winning orchestra will perform popular and sacred music to help you capture the spirit of the Christmas season. Come and support these talented young students, including our own Lily Goodner, a violist and a member of our FUMC youth! The concert is free and a love offering will be accepted. Jesse Collett is the conductor of the BHS Chamber Orchestra.
'Love is Born' Christmas Cantata
Join the Chancel Choir on Sunday morning, December 15, as we present the Christmas cantata Love is Born, written and arranged by Lloyd Larson. This celebration of the birth of Baby Jesus will be held in the Sanctuary during the 11 am Traditional Worship. Love is Born is an eight-movement cantata that tells the Christmas story through song, narration, and instrumental music. In addition to Matt Nelson on piano, the Chancel Choir will be accompanied by a fourteen-member chamber orchestra, all under the direction of Rev. Dr. T. Ray Wheeler. This will be a meaningful and joyful celebration of the season. Let’s worship and celebrate together!
Announcements
Benton Country Historical Society
Meeting on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 2:30 pm in Hines Hall at First United Methodist Church in Bentonville. Presentation of the life of Norman Rockwell and his greatest works the "Four Freedoms"
All are invited to attend!
Mark your calendars now for Christmas Eve worship times. All services will take place in the Sanctuary, and all will conclude with candles and carols.
11 a.m. - Traditional service
3 p.m. - Family service
5 p.m. - Gathering service
7 p.m. - Traditional service
Fun Friday Games
Attention Retirees: Join us for Fun Friday games and fellowship on December 20 from 1:30 pm-3:30 pm in the Gathering Room at FUMC. Christmas-themed sweaters, shirts, etc are encouraged. Bring a snack to share and your favorite non-alcoholic beverage. Enjoy the Fun!
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