Denver First Church of the Nazarene

EMAIL UPDATES February 1, 2008 - Totals

In recent weeks, an informational piece regarding DFC has been
distributed by email. For members of our congregation who do not Giving
receive email, hard copies of this newsletter are available today in the
east and west foyers, at the south entry door and at the Receptionist’s This Week’s Need:
Desk. If you are not receiving the emails and would like to sign up for
the email updates, go to www.DenverFirstChurch.com, click on $ 63,000
“Resources” and “Email Subscriptions.” This will allow you to sign up for
various email updates. February Tithe
Monthly Goal: $ 257,500
To Date: $ 43,083.37
GPS CLASS POTLUCK - TODAY! February Faith Promise
Meet after the morning service in the Fellowship Hall (GPS Space). Bring Monthly Goal: $ 26,330
a dish to share. Contact Debbie Andrews at 303/961-8830 for more info. To Date: $ 4,994
YTD Tithe
YTD Goal: $ 2,394,607
To Date: $ 2,189,734
YTD Faith Promise
BOOKSTORE SALE YTD Goal: $ 307,988
Happy Valentine’s Day! Come to the First Edition Bookstore for great To Date: $ 236,750
gifts for your valentine. 30% off all Scott Stearman sculptures and off all
framed art and gifts.

SINGLES VALENTINE’S PARTY CONGRATULATIONS!

Join us on Saturday, February 14th in the Fellowship Hall at 6:30 pm. Congratulations to Pastor Tim and Jane Stearman and Lee and Kathy
Bring a dish to go with lasagna and $2 to cover the cost of the lasagna. Zaker on the birth of their new grandson, John Timothy Zaker! He was
For more info, contact Blanche at 303/829-8894. born on February 6th and weighed 9 lbs, 12 oz

SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS

Join us, Monday, February 9th at 6:30 pm in the Community Room.
This is a monthly support group for those providing care to an aged
or chronically ill loved one. For info: Linda at 303/948-8244.

TENNYSON CENTER
The Tennyson Center Ministry will be going to visit the children and
enjoy a church service with them TODAY at 1:30 pm. Please call Jon
Tinniswood at 720/273-0028 if you have any questions.

DR. BOB HUFFAKER
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Bob Huffaker
as our Interim Pastor. Dr. Huffaker graduated
from Bethany Nazarene College with a
degree in Religion. He pastored churches in
Texas and Arkansas before going to Grove
City in 1989. He pastored the Grove City
Church of the Nazarene for 16 years. During that time,
attendance increased from 600 to 3000 in morning
worship.
In May of 1998, Dr. Huffaker received an honorary Doctor of
Divinity from Mount Vernon Nazarene University.
Dr. Huffaker and his wife Libby live in Colorado Springs. He
has been retired for 4 years. They have 4 children, 9
grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
“My House Will Be Called A House Of Prayer” Isaiah 56:7
Pray that the Lord will begin to prepare the pastor he has chosen for us.
“And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How
beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news.”
Romans 10:15
GETTING TO KNOW YOU
We want to get to know you better! After
you’ve filled this form out, drop it in the offering
plate, hand it to an usher, or take it to the
receptionist’s desk near the breezeway.
Name:_______________________________________________
Email: _______________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________
City: ________________________________________________
State: _______________________________________________
Zip: ______________ Birthday: _____ /_____ /________
Phone: _______ - _______ - ___________
I prefer contact by: Phone Email
Occupation/Major: ____________________________________
School: _____________________________________________
FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY - COMING SOON
Marital Status:
Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University Class will be back soon. If you are [ ] Single [ ] Married (Spouse: _____________)
interested in more details, please email Debbie at
debbiem@denverfirstchurch.com. Children's Names and Ages:
WOMEN’S RETREAT - APRIL 24-26 _____________________________ / ___________
The Colorado Women’s Conference, Church of the Nazarene Annual Women’s
Retreat begins on Friday at 7:00 pm and ends Sunday. It is at the Great Divide _____________________________ / ___________
Lodge in Breckenridge. Conference registration is $99. Room rates range from
$50-200 per person depending on the number of women in a room. For more
_____________________________ / ___________
info, please call Lisa Smith at 303/574-0894 or email at rick_lisa@msn.com. [ ] 1st time guest; [ ] 2nd time; [ ] regular attendee
TIME TO CONNECT LADIES
Ladies, join us Tuesday, February 17th from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Community Room. How did you first hear about us?: ______________________
Come for fellowship, a service project and prayer. I am interested in:
DFC WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB
Thursday, March 5 we will study Israel My Beloved by Kay Arthur. You may [ ] more information
purchase the book in the DFC bookstore. Our meeting will begin at 6:30 pm in the
[ ] serving
Fellowship Hall. For more info: Judy at 303/691-4501 or Merrilee at 303/761-1312.
CRIME PREVENTION ADVISORY [ ] what it means to be a follower of Christ
Cherry Hills Village Police Department has noticed a recent rise in car break-ins.
[ ] connecting to a community during the week
Please be sure to take precautions to prevent this. Please don’t leave your purse or
valuable items in your car and be sure to always lock your car! I have made a decision to:
SINGLES GAME NIGHT
Join us on Saturday, February 21! Come to the Fellowship Hall at 6:00 pm for a
[ ] follow Christ...
night of games and snacks. Bring snacks to share and your favorite game. For info, [ ] re-commit my life to Him...
call Jincy at 303/552-7970.
ATTENTION ALL 1ST-4TH GRADERS! ...and would like someone to follow up.
Don’t forget to check your weekly “Kids Time Worship Bulletin” for the list of items Notes for Leadership Team/Staff/Pastors: __________________
to bring each week to Children’s Church. This is a contest between Team #1 and
Team #2 to collect hygiene items for Mission:Denver.
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HYMN SING - MARCH 1ST AT 6:00 PM
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Open to singers and instrumentalists from the metro area. Please register online
_____________________________________________________
to participate: www.DenverFirstChurch.com. February 8th
LEGACY FIVE IN CONCERT
Saturday, March 9th at 7:00 pm (doors open one hour before). Tickets are $18.50 AM Service (Sanctuary)
for general admission, $22.50 for Artist Circle and $10 for children (under 10). All
prices go up on the day of the concert. Tickets available in the DFC Bookstore. Symphony of Praise (Sanctuary)