First United Methodist Church of Winter Park

December 2011

"The Marquee" is the Act II Newsletter

designed for the 50+ crowdSave The Dates

Check here for a view of upcoming events for ACT II

(Full Calendar)

Fellowship

A Rousing Good Time!

A group of Act II members had a great timedancing and sharing fellowship on Oct. 22 at theSouth Street facility. Members of the Whirl &Twirl Square & Round Dance Club helped our

group learn how to dance.

ACT II Mission Statement

Act II is an inter-generational group on the moveto model intentional discipleship through prayer,

study, fellowship and service.

Service

Whirl & Twirl offers dance lessons beginningJan. 10 - 17. For more information click here.

~~~~~~ Carol's Corner

Contributed by Carol Holloway, our Fellowship Committee Chairman

Thank you to all who have participated in our

premiere season of ACT II Fellowship activities.To read more

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Looking ahead to 2012Click here to see details on the ACT II

Spring schedule.

Christmas Cards

for our Active MilitaryHelp us send some warm wishes to our

congregation's active military. If you know of anactive member of the military who might like to

receive correspondence from the church, pleasesend the name and address to Lou Williams

(lwilliamslaw@yahoo.com) orDeborah Kirkwood

(kirkwood74@aol.com)

StudyRecent or upcoming events to grow spiritually and intellectually

Study Opportunities Contributed by Michael Kormanicki, our ACT II Study Leader

In its inaugural year, ACT II Study has provided three programs: Genealogy, facilitated by Larry

Kirkwood, The Wild Goose Chase, Reclaiming the Adventure of Pursuing God and Esther, facilitatedby Carol Holloway. For 2012 read more

Thoughts from Garyprovided by Gary Rideout

First UMC, Winter Park (FUMCWP) is known for its wonderfulchildren's and student ministries as well as being a church that reachesbeyond its walls in service to the local community and worldwide. But Iwas imagining "Wouldn't it be great if this church was also known as theplace where people age well and live gracefully, where the church canmake a statement that people beyond the age of 50 can look forward tothe best years of their lives as active and passionate Christians asopposed to "getting older?" That is the inspiration for my accepting theresponsibility for the 50+ Adult Ministry for which Act II is the majorfocus. Read more

FYI Healthy in Mind, Body & Spirit

- a monthly contribution from Betsy McKeeby, our Parish Nurse for FUMCWP

As the parish nurse, I try to take advantage of every opportunity toincrease awareness of ways to enhance personal health as a way

of increasing our ability to witness with others. I will provideinformation in each newsletter that I hope will support your health

endeavors.Nationally those who are now over age 50 have expressed interest

in maintaining brain function and avoiding memory problems.Numerous studies show that the activities of ACT II will contribute to

brain health. Positive actions include regular social interaction,regular physical activity, mental stimulation, a diet with nutrientdense foods, stress management and a restful night's sleep.

Read more -

***********Caring for the Chronically Ill through CARE

Building CARE in the Communities

January 26 - Room 313 February 2 - Room 316 (note room change)

February 9 - Room 313

6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Matthias Family Life Center

Do you want to know how to journey with and support someone who has a chronic illness such asdiabetes, fibromyalgia, or Parkinson's? There is a great need in our church community to provide

love, support, and care for those who struggle with such chronic illnesses. Or you may have a familymember with a chronic disease. Through a special partnership with Orlando Health and the WP

Health Foundation, an educational opportunity will be offered here at our church. Participants willlearn how to help such individuals by using the Connection, Awareness, Resources, and Education(C.A.R.E) model. Register at www.fumcwp.org or contact Betsy McKeeby at the church 407-644-

2906 An overview of this program was held on October 23 but all are welcome to join at this time. CARE -Building CARE in Communities - classes will be led by Dr. Art Cross and Rev. Franklin Faine fromthe Orlando Health Spiritual Care Dept. At the conclusion of the classes, we hope you will be more

comfortable providing support to those with chronic health concerns in your family or church family.

First United Methodist Church of Winter Park125 N. Interlachen AvenueWinter Park, Florida 32789

407-644-2906