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Event Photos - Recent
Note: Children's Building Construction Photo Galleries and Videos are now located separately (see "Construction" link above and in left menu).
Water Night (Student Ministries) Fall Kickoff - August 18, 2010
Student Ministries had a great Fall Kickoff with their "Water Night" on Wednesday, August 18. The local Fire Department brought in trucks to provide water for this fun event, and numerous water fun options were enjoyed.
Guatemala Missions Trip (July 31 - August 7, 2010)
This year our largest group ever served at Casa Bernabe orphanage outside the capital city of Guatemala. Thirty-nine people served in various capacities from special needs school instruction, construction of a medical clinic that serves the local community and the orphanage, maintaining the several acres garden that saves costly food expense, and many other projects. Different this year was our team taking full responsibility over the 160 children while the team provided a well needed retreat/training of 50 staff members who enjoyed time away from their 24 hour a day jobs. Led by psychologist Dr. Michael and wife Shawnea, the staff returned refreshed from their 2 day spiritual and physical rejuvenation after being provided practical methods for dealing with their unique and sometimes stressful positions. The Niceville team also brought nearly $4,000 of new donations including needed blankets and clothing, shoes and medicines. Consider going next summer on our 10th annual mission trip as our church continues to minister in a vital way in Guatemala. Contact Andrew Griffin agriffin@nicevilleumc.org if you are interested. And check out their website, where you can immediately assist these children who have been abandoned, abused and neglected - but now find a place of refuge as they are shown the love of Christ. www.foce.org
ILI Congo Missions Trip - 2010
Rev. Rurel Ausley, Tim Cook, and Gordon White joined with other International Leadership Institute Faculty to train over 60 pastors in the central Congo, August 4-18. Missionary Paul Law translated for the entire event, which followed the Central Conference meetings. Before departing the Congo, Rev. Ausley was the guest preacher at the opening of the new church building in Tsumbe--which our church family enabled and was just completed. Continue to pray for the pastors who were trained--that they might multiply to others the training they received and be effective church leaders.
The "Active Adults 50s Plus" ministry enjoyed a "Summer Bash" on Thursday, July 29, 2010. The evening included a smorgasbord including a luau-style pig and other special food options catered by Chef Cameron Rodgers' team. Special gospel music was also featured, along with games and prizes.
Mission Okaloosa County - 2010
As a summer missions/outreach event, our Middle school and High schoolers participated in "Mission Okaloosa County" here locally, the week of July 5-10, 2010! The team had a home base in a Crestview church and traveled to work sites each day serving the Okaloosa County community. Check out all the projects they accomplished as they served our local communities.
Vacation Bible School 2010 - High Seas Expedition - was held June 21-25, with Children's Celebration Sunday on June 27. This year 778 children and 350 volunteers participated in this incredible VBS week! Our mission project was "Refuge and Hope," a Christian organization for children and women affected by war in Africa. The monies collected of over $6400 will be used to provide notebooks and pens for children to attend School in Uganda Africa as well as help to purchase books for a library at the Refuge and Hope campus.
Puerto Rico Mission Trip (June 11-19)
Students and parents teamed up with others from across the country to serve in Puerto Rico for a week. Participants were stretched and challenged spiritually and physically, but grew in their relationship with the Lord through this experience. God is doing incredible things in these young people and their mentors' lives.
Kevin Kelly Farewell Reception
The Staff Parish Relations (SPR) Committee sponsored a nice farewell reception for Rev. Kevin Kelly and family, on Sunday, June 20, 2010, in the Fellowship Hall. Our church family expressed their gratitude for his ministry and wished them well as they move to First United Methodist Church of Wetumpka, AL, as senior pastor.
Wesley Academy Graduation - 2010
The 2010 Wesley Academy Preschool Graduation Program for 4 year olds was held on Monday evening, June 7, in our Sanctuary, with over 70 graduates. Their program was titled "Treasured". Enjoy a few photos of this special occasion.
Wesley Academy Preschool Art Explosion - 2010
Don't miss the display of preschool students' art June 2-8, 2010 in the Children's Gathering Area!
Surprise Dinner for Student Ministries Volunteers
Recently the volunteer Shepherds/workers in Student Ministries were surprised by a very special dinner and servers to honor their vital service in youth ministry.
On Saturday, May 15, Niceville UMC hosted the "Men at the Cross" Emerald Coast event. Held primarily in our Community Life Center, nearly 600 men and young men were in attendance. Joe White, the recording artist "Nasa", and other speakers challenged the men toward a renewed passion to see men know Christ and be committed to discipleship.
Mission Juana Diaz Work Day - 2010
On Saturday, May 8, the students spent a day of training and team building in preparation for their Mission Trip Juan Diaz, Puerto Rico this summer (June 12-19).
High School Senior Commissioning and Luncheon - 2010
High school seniors enjoy a time of fellowship with family and friends to celebrate their upcoming graduation from high school, May 2, 2010, at the High School Senior Commissioning and Luncheon.
Active Adults 50 Plus Ministry sponsored a trip to St. Simon's Island, Savannah, and St. Augustine, April 26-30, 2010, by motor coach. Check out all the fun they had and plan to go on a trip with them!
InSpirit Senior Adult Assembly, Blue Lake Camp - 2010
April 22-24, 2010
30-hour Famine - 2010Students in Middle School and High School raised money and awareness for world hunger, April 22-24, 2010.
Nearly 1000 women attended the Beth Moore Simulcast, "So long, Insecurity" on our Campus on Saturday, April 24, 2010. Both the Community Life Center and the Sanctuary were used to show the simulcast on screen.
Volleyball (Middle School, 2010)
A few snapshots from our Friday night volleyball for grades 5-8 in our Community Life Center.
On Good Friday, a very meaningful experience called, "The Full Extent of Love," was held on Friday, April 2, 2010 in the Sanctuary. The service included audio-visual, the reading of passages, sharing of communion, the removal of elements from the table one by one until it was completely dark, with the Christ-candle being removed last, symbolizing Christ in the tomb.
Palm Sunday Worship Concert 2010
"Ascend to Heaven" was presented March 28, 2010, at 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. in our Sanctuary. Combining Traditional and Contemporary together, the program featured our Choir, Orchestra, Praise Bands, Drama, and Lighting effects.
Middle School Retreat March 26-28, 2010, at Southwind Youth Life Camp, Ocklawaho, FL.
Wesley Academy Easter Chapel/Program, March 25, 2010
Every year we invite our parents to witness and participate in a chapel experience that we reserve for Easter. The children sang a few praise songs, an Easter lesson was taught and the parents helped us close the program with a praise song.
Missions Conference Banquet 2010
Our 2010 Missions Conference, "Hear Their Cry" was February 21-24. Both Jeannine Brabon and David and Carol Cosby from One Mission Society challenged and enlightened us. Over 550 attended our Sunday evening Missions Banquet, where Jeannine shared more about the prison ministry in Colombia.
This year's Sabbath High School Youth Retreat was held January 22-24, 2010, at Blue Lake Camp with 140 students and staff attending. Check out this photo gallery to get a glimpse of the wonderful time they had together and how God was at work among them.
Active Adults 50 Plus Ministry is enjoying handmade pottery classes on Wednesday mornings. Contact Adult and Family Ministries to join the class, 678-4411, ext. 127, 123.
Prison Minister brings Country-Western Concert 2010
Sunday, January 24, 2010, John Schmid, a lifelong prison minister and longtime personal friend of Rurel Ausley, was in concert in the Crosswalk Theater of the Children’s Building. Likened in style to Johnny Cash, the evening offered both music and insight into prison ministry.
Wesley Academy Preschool Christmas Program 2009
Our Wesley Academy Preschool Christmas Program and Reception for parents and friends was held on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Life Center.
Our Ministry Fair was held Sundays, November 8 and 15, 2009, in the Sanctuary Gathering area. This was an opportunity for volunteers to check out the various ministry opportunities for the new 2010 year.
Youth Fall Confirmation 2009 Field Trip
On Sunday, October 25, the Youth that participated in Fall Confirmation Class 2009 celebrated by taking a field trip to the Track in Destin.
Orange Fest 2009 was held on the campuses of First Baptist Church and First UMC on Saturday, October 31, 4:30-7:00 p.m. Approximately 7,000 people were estimated to be on campus for Trunk or treat candy, live music, inflatables, food, carnival games, hay rides and much more.
Congratulations, Pumpkin Patch 2009 was a great success! It was open Monday through Saturday, October 1-31, and special activities were offered on Saturdays with a bouncy house, face painting and a petting zoo. Thanks to all the volunteers! The patch was also open during Orange Fest. Proceeds benefited Student Ministries.
33rd Annual Bayou Country Craft Bazaar
Sponsored by Women's Ministry, with proceeds going to Missions, the 33rd Annual Bayou Country Craft Bazaar was held on Saturday, October 24, 2009 in the Community Life Center. Check out some of the 80 vendors and enjoyable day experienced by hundreds of attendees. [ gallery 1 | gallery 2 ]
Confirmation and Baptism Celebration
Congratulations, confirmands! Check out the photo gallery of the Celebration that took place on Wednesday, October 28.
Taunton House Work Mission Trip (October 16-17)
Men and women joined together to serve the Taunton House that was in need of some cleaning and repairs. They accomplished a lot and had a wonderful time serving together.
The "Fifty-Plus Travelers" Trip to Greece
Adult and Family Ministries of First United Methodist sponsored a trip to Greece, September 22-October 2, 2009. Enjoy a few of their photos and imagine the footsteps of the Apostle Paul.
Rock the Universe 2009 - September 11-13
A large group of youth went on the trip to Orlando, FL for "Rock the Universe"! Check out the photo gallery of their exciting trip.
Water Night! (September 2, 2009)
Student Ministries hosted a back-to-school "Water Night" on Wednesday, September 2, 2009 on our campus. About 250 youth were in attendance, with the Niceville Fire Department providing part of the water-fun. Check it out!
Ladies Tea 2009 (Fall Kick-Off) was held Saturday, August 29, from 1-3 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
Children's Building Grand Opening - August 22, 2009
Photo Gallery | Ribbon Cutting Video
The Grand Opening of our Children's Building was a huge success on a beautiful day, Saturday, 
August 22, 2009. The event included a special service consecrating the new building and ministries to the Lord, the official ribbon cutting, a special session with dignitaries, "Kidz Blitz! Live", and tours of the new building.
[ Original Grand Opening Promotion Page/Schedule ]
