Sharing the heart of Christ from the heart of McKinney

Our Mission

Jubilee is a Bible-based study group committed to providing members with weekly Biblical Studies and views that are consistent with United Methodism. We supplement our weekly studies from time-to-time with contemporary based studies or information sessions that enlighten our understanding of the community, country and global perspective as Christian believers.

Who We Are

We are one of the larger classes at FUMC-McKinney primarily made up of adults 45 and older. However, adults of all ages are welcome. We use a lecture format that incorporates group discussion.

Outside of Class

We support the Gateway ministry through some of our spirited members. We also participate in Stephen Ministries and the Guatemala Mission and provide financial support for UMW, Youth Mission Trips, and other needs that arise.

New Year . . . New Lineup!

We'll start off the year with a new series by John Ortberg:  God is Closer Than You Think 

January 8 - Karen Helms
January 15 - Dru Bookout
January 22 - Karen Helms
February 5 - Mollie McCune
February 12 - Karen Helms
February 19 - Dru Bookout

We'll take a break from our Ortberg series on January 29, when Janet Cavalier and Steve Bookout, of FUMC's Missions Committee presents general information on Covenant Relationship: How United Methodist Congregations Support Missionaries, and specific information on our new United Methodist Missionaries to Panama, Rev. David and Cindy Ceballos.

Then, we will have a 2-part presentation on Rome and the Persecution of Christians, by Robert Froehlich
February 26
March 4

Several members of our class are traveling to Israel next week, and on March 11, we will hear a presentation about their trip, from Mollie McCune and Kelly Boatman

First Mission Opportunity for 2012

Our new mission committee chairs, Jerry and Patti Sanders, have offered us our first mission opportunity. We will be supporting the purchase of a video projector for missionaries in Jerusalem. The Awal family is working in Jerusalem and the group of travelers going to Israel next week will be meeting them. The Awals have sent a list of office and school supplies that their mission is in need of, and this item is on their list. If you would also like to supply smaller items on an individual basis, things like pens, tape, sticky notes, etc. are always needed and appreciated. Bring them to church this Sunday.

Lydia Patterson Institute

Other Opportunities

Caldwell Elementary School has been adopted by our church, as you all know.  They are always in need of helpers, mentors, supplies and prayers. Please contact Marion Miller for specific information about ways to help.

Habitat for Humanity is supported by our church. We have completed a build this past fall and there are plans for an additional build next year (2012). Please contact Bill Calk if you are interested in participating in this mission.

Tushka Relief continues into 2012. In April, 2011, the tiny town of Tushka, OK was severely damaged in a tornado. A team from FUMC has made four trips to Tushka to work on projects helping individual homeowners get their homes back into a state of repair, and additional trip are being planned for 2012.  Please contact Mollie McCune or Dave Thompson if you are interested in participating with us this year!

Come to Sunday school on January 29 to hear our missions minister, Janet Cavalier and Mission Committee chairman Steve Bookout, introduce us to missionary supported by FUMC!

Please continue to pray for Lynn Manley as she recuperates from surgery. Lynn would appreciate cards and phone calls, but does not need food at this time.

Phil Bober continues to need our prayers. He has been transported to a long-term care facility in Plano from San Antonio this week. 

Kristin (McCune) Rodefeld's surgery was successful and she is back to work.

Please pray for several members of our class as they travel with a group from FUMC to the Holy Land!  Kelly and Rick Boatman, Jerry and Patti Sanders, and Mollie McCune will be leaving on January16 and returning January 25. Pray for a safe, fulfilling trip.

Also, Jan Elwell has a family member, Dale, who has just been admitted to hospice care. Please pray for him and his family as they travel this last journey together.

January 15 NORTON

January 22 RODGERS

January 29 KAMATH

February 5 REYNOLDS

February 12 POWELL

February 19 MOORE

February 26 BRYANT

March 4 BRASELTON

March 11 SANDERS

March 18 BOBER

March 25 SULLINS

April 1 POSTON

Co-Presidents--Lois Powell and Kelly Boatman

VPs (program chairmen)--Kay Ewing and Pat Norton

Treasurer--Robert Froehlich

Sunshine Social--Sandy Dickey

Missions--Jerry and Patti Sanders

E-Mail Communications--Nancy Powlen

Donut Diva--Charlotte Wells

Website Wizard--Mollie McCune