Ann Goade Director of Womens Ministry 2101 Melissa Road East Melissa, TX 75454 972.838.2277 www.firstmelissa.com agoade@firstmelissa.

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Fall 2011 Events & Ministries of First Melissa

Study
So Long, Insecurity
-Beth Moore
Thursdays, Beginning September 8, at 10:00 am Leader: Gracie Armijo, handstoheart@tx.rr.com Kay Adams, n5kay@att.net Melissa Campus, Building ACatalyst Theater Cost: $10 (optional) Join us as we dig even deeper into what it means to be truly secure women. Designed to bring women together in a community of support, the Group Experience provides an in-depth look at what the Bible has to say about image, society, relationships, and our innate longing for soul-deep security. This study will take women on a journey deep into Gods Word and encourage us to work through struggles with insecurity together while growing in knowledge of the only One who can provide lasting security. First Wednesday of each month beginning September 7 fat 9:30 am Leader: Ann Goade, agoade@firstmelissa.com Melissa Campus, Building BStrive Caf Yearly Membership: $23.95 Meeting Fee: $5 Childcare available with reservations

Study of Daniel
-Beth Moore
Wednesdays, beginning August 31, 6:30 pm Leader: Ann Goade, agoade@firstmelissa.com Melissa Campus, Building ACatalyst Theater Cost: $15 (materials purchase optional) Join us as we begin a faith-building study of prophecy and learn to live with integrity in today's self-absorbed society. The prophet Daniel faced unbelievable pressures to compromise his faith, to live in a hostile culture, and to confront temptations and threats. Today, believers in Jesus Christ face many of the same trials. Join us for this video teaching series by Beth Moore.

2 Timothy 2:7

Join us as we explore the theme MomSense: Bold Loving Sensible Developing a mothering strategy is somewhat like playing a game and this years theme is appropriately game related. Have fun being a mom! Playing games involves being bold and taking risks, loving those in the game with us and being sensible while figuring out what works and what doesnt. Combining her mom intuition and her common sense helps a woman discover her own unique MomSense.

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Ministries
Stephen Ministries
Do you need encouragement?
Are you going through a tough time emotionally or

spiritually?

Let a Stephen Minister help.

A recovery program based on eight principles from the Beatitudes

ALCOHOLISM DIVORCE SEXUAL ABUSE CODEPENDENCY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DRUG ADDITIION SEXUAL ADDICTION FOOD ADDICTION GAMBLING ADDICTION

A Stephen Minister is a member of the First Melissa family who is trained to listen, care, encourage, pray, and walk alongside people in difficult times. This service is free and completely confidential. If you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister, please join us Sunday, August 28 at 1:00 pm in Annex 2. Please contact Linda Calvert at 972.658.4486 or linda.calvert5@gmail.com for more information.

Step Study
Mens
Each Tuesday at 6:30 pm Grace Community Church 302 W. Princeton Dr., Princeton 972.734.2776 Carpool available from First Melissa

Melissa Community
Serving Collin County, one family at a time.
Melissa Community Outreach is a nonprofit organization serving locally under Lost Orphans International. What started as a dream of paying it forward to a few has grown into an organization of helping many. MCO serves families in crisis. We provide gently used clothing and non-perishable food to those in need in Collin County. By relieving some of the burdens of acquiring and paying for groceries and clothing, families can direct their income to other immediate needs. Through the food pantry and clothesline, MCO brings hope to those in need.
MCO accepts donations and distributes needed items during normal hours of operation

Womens
Each Tuesday at 6:30 pm First Melissa 2101 Melissa Rd E., Melissa Room: Fusion Theater, Building A 972.838.2277

Outreach

Leader Meeting
Each Thursday at 6:30 pm Beginning September 8 First Melissa 2101 Melissa Rd E., Melissa Room: The Cube, Building A 972.838.2277

Rick James Celebrate Recovery Ministry Director rickjanet317@yahoo.com or 214.733.6814

Located at 3107 Hwy 5, Melissa 972.837.1138 info@melissacommunityoutreach.org

Monday & Thursday 5:00 - 7:00 pm

My

grace is enough for you

2 Corinthians 12:9 & 10

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Events
Ladies Fall Brunch
Saturday, November 12 9:00-11:30 am Worship Center Bring a brunch dish and a friend. Sign up to attend at the Welcome Center beginning October.
Childcare provided for birth through kindergarten with reservations only.
Questions? Contact Julie McDermott at jmtexas33@yahoo.com

$125 per person Includes two nights accommodations, four meals, and a ticket to The Promise. Registration Deadline: Sunday, September 4 Questions? Contact Ann Goade at 972.924.3925 or agoade@firstmelissa.com

Canton Road Trip

Saturday, October 1
Meet at First Melissa at 7am to carpool
Wear comfortable walking shoes. If you have a rolling cart, bring it to store purchases. Spending moneyenough to cover personal purchases
as well as lunch and dinner.

Three simple steps to get into the holiday spirit!

1. Make an impact
Volunteer to serve with the Womens Ministry and IMPACT team Saturday, December 10, at 9:00 am as we help distribute Christmas Angel gifts to families in need. After serving, join the Womens ministry as we share a time of lunch together. Share your favorite holiday cookie recipe with others at our first annual cookie exchange.

2.Refresh yourself

3.Fellowship with others

Bring a bottle of water and/or snacks.

Questions? Contact Ann Goade at agoade@firstmelissa.com

Saturday, December 10 9:00 am12:00pm Christmas Angel Distribution 12:00-2:00 pm Luncheon & Cookie Exchange
(Further details in months to follow) Questions? Contact Julie McDermott at jmtexas33@yahoo.com

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