2008 Administrative Boards and Committees and list of Chairs

Children's Enrichment Center   -    Kathy Atkinson

Endowment Committee              -   Gwynn Hinterhuer

Finance Committee                     -   Bobby Davis

Memorials Committee                 -   Ken Grooms

Nominations                                 -   Rev. Guy Whitney

Staff Parish Relations Committee - Sam Smothers

Trustees Board                             -  Michael Henley

Stewardship                                  -  Jim Barnett

Council on Ministries           -   Bill Frye
       Hospitality Team            -  Renee Burks
       Worship Team                -  Elwin Jones
       Care Team                      -  Carmelita Burks
       Education Team             - Beverly Williams
       Missions Team               -  Catie Dial

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Butterfly Community  

Butterfly Community Ministries is a Christian, faith-based, non-profit, service organization which exists to promote social, spiritual, psychological, and physical metamorphosis in people who reside in northern Pulaski County.  Please visit the Butterfly Community website at   www.butterflycommunity.com


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International Mission
  
MEXICO BOUND !
 
Rio Bravo Mission Trip 2008:  Many of the 2008 team are returning "veterans" of this annual mission effort.  This year, 2008, will be the seventh mission to Rio Bravo.  These veterans look forward to the unique boost of spirituality and faith that we receive from those we serve in Rio Bravo and also from our fellow team members.  Please consider joining this year's team scheduled to depart the first week in November.  If you are interested in being a part of this 2008 mission please contact the church office ASAP.  The church phone number is 501-835-2201.

The April 2007 mission trip saw members of our congregation travel by bus and plane to Rio Bravo, Mexico.  Our medical teams have treated several hundred patients through the local clinic and several houses have been constructed for needy families.  Our teams include college students, ministers, doctors, nurses, teachers, CPA's, librarians, and a graphic artist. The teams have mixed cement, colored pictures with children, counted pills, lifted cement blocks, dispensed toys, and prayed in English and were prayed for in Spanish. In the future we are looking into opportunities closer to home as well as  places farther from home. There is work to be done all around us. Join us in an adventure of faith that is guaranteed to change your life!

Today we are highlighting our 2004 and 2005 Rio Bravo trips with the following video clips.  You will need to have QuickTime Player on your computer to view these clips.  QuickTime Player can be downloaded free from www.apple.com/quicktime/download/

images.acswebnetworks.com/1/388/EatingClinicRioBravo05.mov

images.acswebnetworks.com/1/388/House2005RioBravo.mov

images.acswebnetworks.com/1/388/Thehouse2004.mov

 images.acswebnetworks.com/1/388/Clinic2004.mov

For more information about this ministry contact:
Church Office 501-835-2201

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Prayer Shawl Ministry 

Biblical historians believe that during the days of the apostles, pieces of their clothing were made into shawls or mantles to help cure illness and bring comfort to the sick. Today the Prayer Shawl Ministry at NLR-FUMC is a ministry of handiwork prayerfully enveloping God’s commission of love to others. A three-stitch seed pattern (knit 3, purl 3) representing the Trinity creates a shawl of hope, love, happiness, peace, healing and emotional comfort not only for the knitters but also for the persons receiving the beautiful blessed shawls. While the needles click, the knitters are enjoying hours of meditative, prayerful knitting while their hands knit blessings into the prayer shawls.
 
For more information about this ministry contact:
Patricia Jones  Patricia.Jones@KutakRock.com  834-7982

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ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES (9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.)

Builders Class:

Composed of both single and married adults aged 40-80+, the Builders use the Adult Bible Studies curriculum and other types of studies. This large class is discussion-oriented, with singing and fellowship important elements of each week's class.  To learn more about this class please go to their website www.buildersclass.org

Life Group:

A group of "young" (some in their 20s some in their 40s) Methodist, who enjoy coming together and celebrating God' s world.  As members of North Little Rock First United Methodist Church, this group participates in all church functions.  If you would like to know more about us please click on this link:     thelifegroup-nlrfumc.blogspot.com

 
Challengers:
Founded almost 20 years ago, this small nurturing class of middle aged adults is committed to Bible Study using a variety of curriculum. They enjoy other opportunities for fellowship during the year, and open their arms to any who wish to join them.

Conference Call Class:
This class is available for those who are unable to attend on Sunday mornings. The class gets together each week by telephone for a time of Bible Study and Prayer. Speaker phones are provided upon request.

Cornerstone:
This class is made up of adults of diverse ages and interests. The most important aspect of this class, besides the lesson is always having an open door to visitors and members who are looking for a group in which to grow spiritually and develop relationships with other Christians.

Fellowship Class: 
This 55+ Adult Class approaches Bible study very seriously, using the Adult Bible Studies curriculum. The format includes a teacher/lecturer with much open discussion. The class is composed primarily of married couples who plan frequent fellowship opportunities.

Good News:
A warm, small, class of singles and couples, the Good News class enjoys lively discussion of Bible study materials.

Miracle Helpers Class: 
Our class for adults with special learning needs, this small group with eight teachers in rotation enjoys a close-knit friendship.

Open Door :
This small class offers a unique opportunity for open, discussion of Biblical themes related to daily living. They are currently using the Adult Bible Study series. This is a truly “open” class, for all age adults, married and single.

Partners and Friends:
This large group of couples and singles aged 40-50+ uses a variety of curriculum materials and teachers, meeting the needs of both those interested in Bible study and those wanting to discuss contemporary issues. They enjoy fellowship before the Sunday School hour and at other times.

Singles and Friends:
As their name indicates, this class of men and women over age 30 is for those who have not been married and those who have experienced separation or divorce. This class enjoys much discussion and uses a variety of United Methodist resources as its curriculum. They enjoy 1 to 2 fellowship activities per month.

Triune Class:

Using the Adult Bible Study curriculum, this large group of Senior Adults is dedicated to spiritual growth and Christian discipline. The class publishes a monthly class newsletter, keeps a daily prayer list, and plans monthly socials.

Walter's Seekers:
Always looking for a challenge to explore new ideas and tough issues, the Seekers love reading and discussion. The class uses a wide variety of resources as curriculum materials. Members include singles and couples in their 50’s through 70's.
 
For more information about this ministry contact:
Church Office 501-835-2201

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Transportation Ministries  

Another of the essential services provided for our church fellowship is called the transportation ministry. A group of volunteer drivers provides transportation to and from Sunday church services and other fellowship-related and sponsored events. This dedicated group of about 20 drivers, on a rotating schedule, pick up members and other folks wishing to attend our church from the North Little Rock, Sherwood and Little Rock areas. These transportation needs are provided using a 14 passenger mini-bus, a 30 passenger large bus and a handicapped-equipped van. In addition to Sunday transportation all of the vehicles are also used on retreats, mission trips and other special church-sponsored events. Our ministry’s goal is to provide every church member the opportunity to attend all church services and special events with transportation provided as needed.
 
For more information about this ministry contact:
Bob Willson  501-835-2201

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