May 11, 2010
Categorized as Summer Camp
We are super excited about camp this year. We just wanted to touch base and let you know which camps we were going to. Johnny and Senior High will be going to Pilgrimage 2, July 12-16. Mel and Junior High will be going to Navigator, August 2-6 To register, and find all other information about Glen Lake Camp & Retreat Center, visit them here.
Apr 29, 2010
Categorized as Student Ministry
Hey 8th graders! How about one last ho-rah before you promote to Breakaway? You are invited to join us on a weekend mystery trip. The destination is unknown, the activities are unknown, but the non-stop fun is guaranteed! Registration forms for this trip were sent home from Fuel. If you need another one, just contact The trip will be May 29th-30th, ...
Apr 29, 2010
Categorized as Student Ministry
Hey students! We have such an amazing summer planned for all of you! Here is a calendar filled with important dates for all of our big events, trips and activities. So print this out, stick it on your fridge, and remember to save to dates so you won't miss out!
Apr 8, 2010
Categorized as Student Ministry
Calling all seniors, Class of 2010! With graduation drawing near, we are beginning to get the wheels turning for our senior recognition Sunday. Each year we have the privilege of hosting an honorary breakfast for our graduating seniors and their families. On May 23rd, the breakfast will begin at 9:30am and following will be a special recognition during the 11am worship service, be sure to wear your cap and gown. We also will have a special Breakaway for you guys that evening. We would ...
Mar 30, 2010
Categorized as Mission
2010 College Mission Trip In 2008, Hurricane Ike hit the coast of Texas. It was the 3rd costliest hurricane in American history. Two years later, as the memory fades, the damage remains.In May, we, the college students of First Methodist Mansfield, will venture down to Galveston to lend a loving heart and a helping hand. Galveston, TX May 16-21 $200/person Register by May 4, 2010 Get the registration packet here. Contact with any questions Packing ...
Feb 10, 2010
Categorized as Events
Get excited everyone! Invisible Children will be joining us at Breakaway again on April 11th at 6pm. We will be hosting them as they travel around on their Legacy Tour screening thier new video and presenting awareness about issues in Uganda. Joining them is Lillian, a Ugandan advocate who was featured in their first video, "Go." So bring all of your friends and gather with us to welcome Lillian and Invisible Children! There will be food, fellowship and fun! With your help, we can ...
Jan 14, 2010
Categorized as Mission
Redefined Beyond MeWho has God created me to be? Too many of us - young and old - feel unloved and worthless. Too many of us feel like life on earth is hell to be endured until we experience heaven when our time here is complete. But God tells us something completely different. God expects only great things for our lives, loves us unconditionally and stands forever at our sides. And God created the world with the same expectation - that our lives on earth should be fulfilling. As Christians, ...
Sep 26, 2009
Categorized as Student Ministry
SKI TRIP: SPRING BREAK 2010:We're rolling out to Crested Butte on Friday evening, March 12th with our friends from Arborlawn United Methodist Church. The cost will be $550 - which includes transportation, lodging, lift tickets, ski rental and 2 mountain meals a day. You'll want a little extra for meals on the bus, lunch on the mountain (we'll provide stuff to pack a lunch if you want to go that route) This year is a little different than years past in a really good way. We're ...
Jul 31, 2009
Categorized as Events, Student Ministry
August 9-13 This is a great week of events to cap off the Summer because school is just around the corner! I hope you are able to make all of these wonderful activities. The baseball game, whirlyball and skate night have limited space available so sign up NOW! We don't want you to miss out. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. Sunday: Rose Park Cookout6:30-8:30pm @ Rose Park (meet there)Bring your lawn chairs, footballs, frisbees, family & friends! We'll be ...
Feb 25, 2009
Categorized as Mission
COLLEGE MISSION TRIP 2009 Where?Galveston, Tx When?May 16-22 Why?An area that has been ravaged by Hurricane Ike needs attention. We are called to love God by serving the world. How much?$150 (+ spending money) Really?Yes. Really. Packing ListGeneralAir Mattress/Cot (twin sized)Sleeping Bag/SheetsPillowTowel(s) and Shower ShoesToiletriesComfortable ClothingChurch ClothesWork SiteOld (but still appropriate) Work Clothes *closed-toe shoes, no ...
Feb 10, 2009
Categorized as Mission
WATER AND LIGHT.Two of nature’s most essential elements for life. God uses each in our creation, nourishment and growth. But it doesn’t stop with our physical well-being. God gave us Christ to be the living water to our thirsty souls and the light that illuminates our hearts! This summer, the youth and adults of the Central Texas Conference Youth in Mission (CTCYM) will follow Christ’s example by becoming his water and his light in a parched and unseeing world. We will ...
Jan 30, 2009
Categorized as Events
Looking for details regarding our Mid-Winter Retreat to Glen Lake Camp? Well look no further!...
Dec 11, 2008
Categorized as Sunday School
I wanted to share this story from Jennifer Potts, one of our Sunday School teachers. Thank you for your part in supporting the creation of an 11:00 Sunday school hour for Jr. & Sr. High students. This past Sunday my husband and I escorted THIRTEEN students to Wal-Mart where they had a blast picking out the clothing and toy items for the Angel Tree child they chose. It was their idea to participate in the Angel Tree program and they ended up collecting $116 over the past few ...
Oct 5, 2008
Categorized as Student Ministry
The Pumpkin Patch is an annual event that takes place here at First United Methodist Church of Mansfield and is sponsored by the Student Ministry Department. Approximately 5000 pumpkins arrive at the end of September and are sold all through the month of October. Why buy your pumpkins from the church? All proceeds from the pumpkin patch go towards the student ministry summer mission trips. Your purchases will benefit someone who is in need and will support those we serve on ...
Sep 22, 2008
Categorized as Student Ministry
Here at First Mansfield Students, we try to build our ministry around a simple idea: Building a community to honor God and serve the world. We believe that God designed us for community...to share life together...to be connected to one another in life changing relationships. Our hope is that students will form a strong and lasting connection with God and one another. We believe that the way Jesus taught us to live is the best way to live, and as we strengthen those relationships, we begin to ...
Sep 15, 2008
THEN..."In the spring of 2003, three young filmmakers traveled to Africa in search of a story. What started out as a filmmaking adventure transformed into much more when these boys from Southern California discovered a tragedy that disgusted and inspired them, a tragedy where children are both the weapons and the victims.After returning to the States, they created the documentary "Invisible Children: Rough Cut," a film that exposes the tragic realities of northern Uganda's night ...
Aug 27, 2008
Categorized as Events
Last Sunday (August 24th) was awesome!! It was our first (hopefully annual) Back-To-School Concert Special. I've always dreamed of throwing a big party for our students before they go back to school. I even tried one year (remember when PlayRadioPlay almost did a back-to-school concert for us?). But this year was a success -- and it was even BIGGER than I could have imagined. First, my band, The Roustabouts, got to play. We were so excited because most of the students ...
Jun 6, 2008
Categorized as Events
The time is drawing near! High School mission trip is here! Wow! That rhymes. I should write a song. Anyway... I hope you all are as excited as I am. This is one of the highlights of my year. CTCYM mission trip is great opportunity for students and adults to come together with one thing in common: love for our neighbors. As we prepare to embark on our journey to Russellville, Arkansas, let's remember to take a look at our hearts, and our luggage. Check out this page at the CTCYM ...
