Click here to receive the newsletter by email
Happenings at Lynn Haven
February 5 - 11, 2012
SUNDAY'S THEME
Sexual Health
With the start of a new year everyone’s thoughts turn to self improvement...getting fit...going to the gym...eating healthier. But is that what being fit is really all about? Are we humans more than physical bodies?
Join us over the next several weeks, as we examine what God originally intended for us as humans and how God can put those pieces back together to help us become whole and healthy...the way He intended and wants us to be. Come “work out” with us!
January 8 Created In God's Image
January 15 What Went Wrong?
January 22 Physical Fitness
January 29 Social Significance
February 5 Sexual Health
February 12 Emotional Wellness
February 19 Ultimate Wholeness
From Doug Pennington,
Senior Pastor
Greetings in the name of Jesus. Hope for the Heart is next Saturday! Hope for the Heart is one of the premier ministries that God has raised up here at Lynn Haven through the years. Every year this event reaches hundreds of people outside our church and many outside our city. Each year I am amazed at the number of people who have come from outside of Bay County and even from out of Florida for this event. This is one of the events that our church is known for across our community. When I meet people who find out I am pastor at Lynn Haven, I frequently hear that they have been to Hope for the Heart.
If you haven't registered yet, please do it quickly as we are almost full. You will be touched deeply by the ministry of Carol Kent. She has appeared on television with Billy Graham, Dateline NBC, CNN Live, Tonight on MSNBC, and many others. She has also been a keynote speaker at Women of Faith, Women of Joy, and other major Christian conferences. Carol is a celebrated author of several inspiring books. This is a rare opportunity to hear a truly nationally renowned speaker live and in person. Add to that the awesome music ministry of our own Julie Eadie and you have the recipe for a truly inspiring experience. You can register online by clicking here, call the church office at 265-5231, or drop by.
Finally, I am thrilled to say that we are planning to open Fusion on Wednesday, February 15. I know it has been frustrating as we have put the opening date off, but we wanted to be truly ready and prepared for everything to be at its best. We hope to be making memberships available very soon (wait for the announcement), so you can be ready to walk in and work out on February 15. We are still in need of volunteers to be sure all areas are well covered. Those who volunteer for at least 8 hours in a month will have a free month added to their membership. And pray for us that this ministry will open the doors to many unchurched people in our community.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
55+ ADULTS ATTEND MUSIC
PRODUCTION FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH
Join the 55+ Adults to see The Piano Men II, the Music of Elton John and Billy Joel, at the Martin Theatre. Tickets are $25 each. We will depart from Lynn Haven UMC in the church van at 5:30 pm. For tickets or more information, contact Ann Carns at 403-1250, or email her by clicking here.
HILLCLIMBERS’ LUNCHEON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7TH
Hillclimbers are a group of senior adults who meet once a month at different locations for food and fellowship. This month we will be meeting at Po Folks in Lynn Haven, on Hwy. 77 at 11:30 am. Please come join us!
LYNN HAVEN UMC WOMEN’S SOFTBALL SIGN-UPS
Sign-ups for women’s softball (age 16 and over) are now starting! Practice starts in February and the games will begin in March. Register at the Sign-up Center this Sunday. Contact Kelli Garrett at 819-6423 or email her by clicking here for more info. 
LYNN HAVEN UMC MEN’S SOFTBALL SIGN-UPS
Sign-ups for softball (age 16 and over) are now starting! Practice starts in February and the games will begin in March. Register at the Sign-up Center this Sunday. For more information, contact Bill Mullins.
NEW MEMBER SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH
Because many people feel more comfortable in a group, we designate one Sunday per month to receive new members. However, if you are unavailable that Sunday, we are happy to receive you any Sunday. If you are a believer in Christ, are ready to make a commitment to this church, and would like to become a member, contact Wanda MacDonald or fill out the Decision Guide in this Sunday’s Worship Guide and leave at the Welcome Center.
Little Lambs Fundraiser
Little Lambs is raising funds to revamp our playground by recycling Capri Sun pouches. Please rinse out and place in plastic receptacle located in the Education Lobby. The preschool earns 1 penny a pouch! Thank you for your support! For more information, contact Mary Myers.
New STUDY beginning SUNDAY, February 5TH
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS, EXPERIENCING GOD POSTPONED
This class has been rescheduled to begin Sunday, February 19th. Class will be held at 9:30 am in room 410. Dick Hall will be leading this study. Click here to Contact Dick.
NEW SUNDAY BIBLE CLASS HAS BEGUN
Join us for a new study, Walk in the Word, led by Sarah Schreck, at 11:00 am in Room 412. This study will follow Scripture chronologically but will emphasize interpretation and personal application, moving at a slower pace than The Daily Bible class. If interested, please sign up at the Sign-up Center. For more information, contact Sarah Schreck. 
UMM BARBEQUED RIBS FOR SUPER BOWL SUNDAY
Ribs will be available for pickup prior to Noon this Sunday. The UMM will be cooking a few extra ribs if you didn't get a chance to order, but will be first-come, first-serve. Cost is $17 per rack, or 2 for $30.
Volunteer spotlight
USHERS NEEDED FOR SUNDAY SERVICES
Volunteers are needed to usher during the 9:30 am and 11:00 am service. Volunteers would serve just one Sunday per month. No experience necessary! Please see Wanda MacDonald at the Welcome Center this Sunday, or email Mary Ellen Harding by clicking here if you can help.
help feed HUNGRY students
Lynn Haven UMC is partnering with
Last Week to Register!
Hope for the Heart
Ladies Day Apart
Saturday, February 11TH
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM 
Speaker Carol Kent, author and popular international public speaker best known for being dynamic, humorous, encouraging, and biblical.
Worship Leader Julie Eadie has served in ministry at Lynn Haven UMC since 2001, and has been the Children’s Worship Arts director for 10 years.
Register online by clicking here, or call the church office at 265-5231. Cost is $45 per person and includes lunch. Childcare is available by pre-registration only.
Scholarships are available for those that may need assistance. Please contact Sandy Pennington by clicking here more information. Childcare is available by pre-registration only.
Volunteer opportunities Luncheon hostesses, food providers, golf cart driver, etc. are still needed. See registration/sign up tables outside the Sanctuary, or call the church office at 265-5231.
HOPE FOR THE HEART SCHEDULE CHANGES
All activities to include, Bible Studies, Youth Group, Wednesday Night Supper and Children’s activities will be cancelled February 6th - 11th. All activities will resume on Sunday, February 12th.
PARKING LOT CLOSED
Please be aware that the parking lot by the Education Wing (Little Lambs drop off) will be closed Thursday, February 9th and reopened after 5:00 pm on Saturday, February 11th.
SUNDAY PRAYER TIME
Join us in the Chapel at 5:30 pm as we pray for the needs of our church family.
MISS A SERMON?
You can listen online or download previous sermons by clicking here.
NO WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER
ON
FEBRUARY 8TH
DUE TO HOPE FOR THE HEART PREPARATIONS
This week’s Bible readings, to read through the Bible in three years:
Genesis 1-7
Click here to receive the newsletter by email.
TO SUBMIT AN ARTICLE FOR THE NEWSLETTER
Please fill out a Newsletter/Bulletin Submission Form by picking one up at the church office, or email Maureen Grindrod "Mo" by clicking here. Deadline to submit information for the newsletter is MONDAY at NOON!