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Pastor's Points
 Not many American cities have the honor to host the popular television production of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” as Montgomery has had for the past two weeks. Weeks ago, a few of us were able to commit Frazer to being the site of the kick-off pep rally. We had to keep it to ourselves for a while, but the Montgomery project was launched right here at Frazer. Aronov Homes was chosen as the builder and many of our Frazer family members, as well as citizens from all over the region, donated their time to build a house in four days for Monica and Brady Jordan and their family. Newspaper and television news kept us informed about this incredible gift. (more)
What's Happening At Frazer
-Church-Wide News and Events
-Children & Student Opportunities
-Serving & Volunteer Opportunities
-Discipleship & Fellowship Opportunities
Church-Wide News and Events
STAYING ON MISSION: MARCH 8 SET AS GREAT DAY OF GIVING
 Thank you to those who have already turned in pledge increases and gifts in response to Frazer’s 30-day “Staying on Mission” initiative. These funds are designated to maintaining Frazer’s missions support. If you have not yet participated, you may do so by using the tear-off card on Sunday’s worship guide, by calling the church office at 272-8622, or by e-mailing Rusty Taylor at rusty.taylor@frazerumc.org or Russ Dunman at russ.dunman@frazerumc.org. The initiative will culminate Sunday, March 8 at our “Great Day of Giving.”
UPCOMING CHANGES TO FRAZER’S BULLETIN AND NEWSLETTER
After March 8, Frazer will no longer mail the weekly bulletin to all members. However, the “Frazer Family News” will move to twice-monthly publication, starting in mid-March, in order to ensure members stay informed even when they don’t make it to church. Many members have expressed concern about the cost of our “new” bulletin format initiated last year. This new plan will reduce printing and mailing costs by $66,000 annually and will bring our bulletin expenses to less than half the cost of the “old” bulletin, allowing us to be both more effective in our communication and more efficient in our use of resources. An improved version of our e-mail bulletin will also be sent out beginning in March, and you can always find the latest information at www.frazerumc.org.
CARING MINISTRIES WORKSHOP SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 28
Frazer will host an area-wide Caring Ministries Workshop Saturday, March 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Frazer members interested in enhancing their Christian care-giving skills or learning more about Stephen Ministry are encouraged to register. The registration fee has been waived for Frazer members. Pre-registration is required. E-mail stephenministry@frazerumc.org or call Linda Best at 272-8622 to reserve your spot.
SHINE YOUR LIGHT PRAISE AND WORSHIP SERVICE FOR WOMEN
 Carrying a huge piece of baggage can hurt and leave you feeling drained, much like the baggage of pain, anger, sadness and guilt we carry in our lives. Come hear Kim Hendrix speak on “Check Your Baggage” at this month’s Shine Your Light service Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Stay for coffee and dessert fellowship in the Atrium after the service.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR YOUTH WORSHIP ARTS DINNER THEATRE
 Frazer's Youth Worship Arts invites you to a "Rodeo Roundup" dinner theatre March 28 at 6 p.m. and March 29 at 12:15 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Come in support of our mission trip to San Antonio, June 13-20. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children, ages 10 and under. Tickets are on sale now Sundays in the Atrium, in the Frazer Bookstore and Music Office or from any Youth Worship Arts member.
WFRZ TO RE-AIR SIRAN STACY EVENT THIS WEEK
Catch Siran Stacy on WFRZ Thursday, March 5 and Saturday, March 7 at 8 p.m., when we re-air the powerful message he gave at Frazer Feb. 22. You can also view it online anytime here.
Children & Student Opportunities
REGISTER NOW FOR SONSHINE SOCCER
 Sonshine Soccer is open to boys and girls ages 4-12. Cost is $30 per child plus equipment. Practices begin the week of March 23, with the first game Monday, April 6. The season ends May 16. Space is limited and the last day to register is March 4. Sign up in the Activity Center or call 495-6459.
Sonshine Soccer is also in need of coaches. We are seeking adults who want to make a difference in a child’s life by sharing Jesus Christ through soccer. Training, support and curriculum are provided. To volunteer, come by the Activity Center office or call 495-6459.
Serving & Volunteer Opportunities
FOOD PANTRY AND HOMELESS SHOEBOX MINISTRY NEEDS DONATIONS
Demand for assistance with food has increased and we need your donations of non-perishable food items to help keep the Food Pantry stocked. The Homeless Shoebox Ministry is also in need of personal care items. Look for our collection sites at the church entrances this Sunday or bring items directly to the Community Ministries office weekday mornings.
GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE DURING THE SPRING BREAK BLOOD DRIVE
The demand for blood always increases during vacation season. Please consider giving the gift of life by donating blood this month. The LifeSouth bus will be outside Wesley Hall Wednesday, March 11. You can also donate Sunday, March 15 in the Fellowship Hall.
SHARE YOUR SEWING SKILLS TO HELP PREMATURE BABIES
Threads of Love will hold a workshop Tuesday, March 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in room 8114. Cecilia Fortson will show how to smock preemie day dresses at 2 p.m. We’ll also meet Saturday, March 28 at 1 p.m. on the first floor of Baptist East. Bring a snack and join us for a tour of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. For more information, call Sharon Hall at 514-3383 or Jan Roller at 260-0680.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR KIDSERVE OUTREACH
Help Frazer’s children as they serve the community and share Christ’s love through KidServe. Volunteers are needed to help with this outreach event scheduled for Saturday, March 7. We need help organizing, bagging and delivering thousands of pounds of produce to the community. For more information, call Marsha McGehee or Butch McPherson at 272‑8622.
Discipleship & Fellowship Opportunities
MEN’S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST THIS WEDNESDAY
The United Methodist Men will meet Wednesday, March 4 at 6:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for our monthly prayer breakfast. Pat Miaoulis will be the speaker.
MARCH COMPUTER CLASSES FOR OLDER ADULTS
The next computer classes will be Monday, March 2 and Monday, March 9 at 1 p.m. in the computer lab. Ray Martin will teach “Word 7: Presenting Information in Tables.” Call Sandy at 495-6391 for reservations.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
The Old Testament story of Esther is a profile in courage, with many parallels for today’s overloaded and stressed woman. Join us March 12 at 9 a.m. in room 7205 for the study “Esther: It’s Tough Being a Woman” by Beth Moore. Charlotte Robertson is the facilitator. Call Sandy at 495-6391 for reservations.
The next Precepts study, “Understanding the Anger and Mercy of God: The Study of Micah, Nahum and Habakkuk,” begins March 12 in room 7208. The study meets Thursdays from 9-11:30 a.m. and runs through April 23. Cost is $15.
LOOKING FOR THE SAVIOR STUDY BEGINS THIS WEEK
The Lifelines Sunday School class will begin an in-depth study of 1 Thessalonians Sunday, March 1. We’ll focus on becoming contagious Christians, growing in faith, receiving God’s Word and living holy lives. Bob and Sandra Passmore teach this class for young, married couples (late 20s to early 40s). Lifelines meets at 11 a.m. in room 7201.
NEW PARENTING CLASS AVAILABLE THIS SPRING
Parents, join us Wednesday evenings, March 18-April 29, for a new parenting class based on “Value-Packed Parenting” by Dr. Kevin Leman. Susan and Sam Fisher will lead this class designed for all parents, whether their children are infants or high school students. The class will include video teaching and discussion. A workbook is available for $9 at the first session. Please pre-register for the class and preschool nursery, if needed. To register, e-mail Sandy Boswell at sandy@frazerumc.org
NEED HELP GROWING IN YOUR FAITH?
“Grow” is a four-week class for new members, and especially new believers, to learn to grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ. Beginning March 4, the class will meet Wednesdays at 6 p.m. in room 3202. We invite you to come to our interactive, informal sessions and discover Christ’s life-changing purpose for each of us. Van Segars is the teacher. To register, call Diane Klaaren at 495-6332 or e-mail dianek@frazerumc.org.
Pastor's Points (Continued)
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It is a beautiful thing to me to observe the Frazer volunteers who gave countless hours for the sheer joy of giving. The spirit of these people makes this church what it is. It was overheard at the work site, “Frazer does this kind of thing all the time.” That is one of the greatest compliments for Frazer, and it is accurate. People in this congregation work everyday at tasks all across the region serving others. So let me say a very special thank you for being true to our mission and who we are…serving people in the name of Jesus Christ!
By the way, look for the national airing of the Montgomery episode of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” television show in April.
Last Sunday evening. Frazer hosted Siran Stacy as he shared his heartbreaking story. It is an incredible narrative of one of Alabama’s great football running backs who experienced the most devastating pain a person can know when he lost his wife and four of his children, all in a split second. But Siran showed us the power of God at work in the heart of a man who is determined to overcome. What an evening we had last Sunday when over 3,000 people filled Wesley Hall and overflowed into the Sanctuary. Many lives were touched and changed as a result of his witness. Frazer received a love offering for Siran’s ministry of over $10,500. A special thank you goes to Mike Merrill for making Siran’s visit possible.
Soon we will launch a new television program called “The Carpenter Shop” to air weekly on WFRZ. The show will highlight “people who build people” from all walks of life. Siran Stacy will be one of our first guests. It was a joy to spend time with him in our studio. Other great Christians, Americans, public servants, and private citizens will be a part of the television show. If you know of a person who is making a difference serving others, please contact John Rogers in the television department.
The 2009 Elementary Teacher of the Year for Montgomery Public Schools is Jennifer Rodopoulos, a member of Frazer. She is a fifth grade teacher at Forest Avenue Elementary School. We congratulate Jennifer on this wonderful recognition for serving the children of our city with such distinction.
Beginning March 8, and continuing to Easter, we will investigate the uniqueness of Jesus revealed to us in the “I Ams” found in the Gospel of John. Take this opportunity to invite others to seek to know Jesus with us!
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