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SUMMARY:LEARNING CENTER SPRING PROGRAM: Down on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Our Learning Center students are excited to present their Spring Program\, “Down on the Farm” — a fun\, music‑filled celebration of life on the farm! Families and friends are invited to join us as our little farmers sing\, dance\, and share the joy they’ve been practicing all season. \n\n\n\nCome support our students\, enjoy some adorable moments\, and celebrate all the hard work they’ve put into this special program. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/learning-center-spring-program-down-on-the-farm-2/
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SUMMARY:Men's Breakfast - IHOP
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our monthly Men’s Breakfast – an inviting space to share food\, faith\, and fellowship. Whether you’re a longtime attendee or coming for the first time\, you’ll find friendly faces\, hot coffee\, and a warm welcome waiting for you.This month\, we’re meeting at IHOP in Madison (in front of Walmart\, between Chili’s & Panda Express). \n\n\n\nCome for the conversation\, stay for the connection. 
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/mens-breakfast-ihop/
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SUMMARY:FCLC Teacher Appreciation Week
DESCRIPTION:Teacher Appreciation Week is almost here\, and we want to surround our Learning Center teachers and staff with gratitude\, encouragement\, and prayer. These incredible educators pour love\, patience\, and joy into our children every single day—and this is our chance to show how much they mean to our church family. \n\n\n\nThroughout the week\, we invite you to join us in simple\, meaningful ways: write a note of thanks\, offer a word of encouragement\, pray for our teachers\, or drop off a small treat to brighten their day. Every gesture\, big or small\, reminds them that their ministry matters. \n\n\n\nLet’s come together to lift up the people who help our children learn\, grow\, and feel loved.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/fclc-teacher-appreciation-week/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T090000
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SUMMARY:FCLC Moms' Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Hey FCLC Moms!\n\n\n\nLooking for connection with other Learning Center moms? Join us for Moms’ Meetup — a relaxed time to chat\, laugh\, and build friendships. \n\n\n\nNo agenda\, no pressure … just coffee\, conversation\, and a chance to connect with other moms who are walking the same road. Come as you are\, stay as long as you can\, and enjoy a little mid‑morning encouragement. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new or have been here for years\, there’s a place for you at the table. We look forward to spending the morning with you.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/fclc-moms-meetup-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T130000
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SUMMARY:Super Adults Ministry – May Lunch Outing
DESCRIPTION:Our Super Adults are heading out for lunch together on Tuesday\, May 6 at 11:30 AM! We’ll be gathering at Phil Sandoval’s in Madison for good food\, easy conversation\, and a relaxed time of fellowship. \n\n\n\nIf you plan to join us\, feel free to invite a friend — there’s always room at the table. We’d love to see you there!
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/super-adults-ministry-may-lunch-outing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260507T090000
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SUMMARY:FCLC Moms' Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Hey FCLC Moms!\n\n\n\nLooking for connection with other Learning Center moms? Join us for Moms’ Meetup — a relaxed time to chat\, laugh\, and build friendships. \n\n\n\nNo agenda\, no pressure … just coffee\, conversation\, and a chance to connect with other moms who are walking the same road. Come as you are\, stay as long as you can\, and enjoy a little mid‑morning encouragement. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new or have been here for years\, there’s a place for you at the table. We look forward to spending the morning with you.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/moms-meetup/
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SUMMARY:Scrabble Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to pull up a chair and enjoy a relaxed morning of Scrabble\, laughter\, and friendship.  \n\n\n\nOur ladies gather twice a month for friendly competition and meaningful conversation — whether you’re a seasoned word‑whiz or just love good company\, there’s a place for you at the table.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/scrabble-fellowship-2/
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SUMMARY:FCLC Pre-K Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate our amazing Pre‑K students and all they’ve accomplished this year! This special program is a chance for families to cheer on their graduates as they sing\, smile\, and step confidently into their next big adventure — kindergarten.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/fclc-pre-k-graduation/
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SUMMARY:FCLC Kindergarten Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate our incredible Kindergarten students as they mark this exciting milestone! Our graduates have grown in confidence\, curiosity\, and character this year\, and we can’t wait to cheer them on as they take this next big step. \n\n\n\nFamilies and friends are invited to enjoy a joyful program filled with smiles\, songs\, and proud moments — the perfect send‑off as our Kindergarteners head into their next chapter.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/fclc-kindergarten-graduation/
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SUMMARY:Safe Sanctuaries Training
DESCRIPTION:Click to Join Google Meet Training\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCreating a safe\, nurturing environment for children\, youth\, and vulnerable adults is one of the most important commitments we make as a church. Our Safe Sanctuaries Training equips volunteers\, leaders\, and anyone who serves—or hopes to serve—with the practices and awareness needed to help protect our community. \n\n\n\nJoin us in person or online as we learn together\, strengthen our shared responsibility\, and ensure that Ford’s Chapel remains a place where trust and care can flourish.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/safe-sanctuaries-training-2/
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SUMMARY:Safe Sanctuaries Training
DESCRIPTION:Click to Join Google Meet Training\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCreating a safe\, nurturing environment for children\, youth\, and vulnerable adults is one of the most important commitments we make as a church. Our Safe Sanctuaries Training equips volunteers\, leaders\, and anyone who serves—or hopes to serve—with the practices and awareness needed to help protect our community. \n\n\n\nJoin us online as we learn together\, strengthen our shared responsibility\, and ensure that Ford’s Chapel remains a place where trust and care can flourish.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/safe-sanctuaries-training-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T100000
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SUMMARY:Scrabble Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to pull up a chair and enjoy a relaxed morning of Scrabble\, laughter\, and friendship.  \n\n\n\nOur friends gather twice a month for friendly competition and meaningful conversation – whether you’re a seasoned word‑whiz or just love good company\, there’s a place for you at the table.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/scrabble-fellowship-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T100000
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SUMMARY:Annual Conference Learn & Lead Workshops
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 North Alabama Annual Conference will kick off with an opportunity for all church leaders to participate in Learn & Lead workshops. \n\n\n\nOn Thursday\, there will be three different sessions featuring a variety of engaging workshops offering practical ministry ideas. You will hear success stories from North Alabama congregations and learn from resource people who will present on different topics that will help grow and strengthen ministry in your church’s context. \n\n\n\nThe Learn & Lead Workshops are open to all North Alabama United Methodists\, not just Annual Conference attendees. We encourage multiple members from each congregation to participate so your congregation can collectively benefit from the wealth of knowledge shared. \n\n\n\nPlanned Workshops\n\n\n\n\nFirst Time Lay Members of Annual Conference Orientation and Equipping Session\n\n\n\nDisciples in the Market Place (led by David C. Teel\, Director of Laity and Leadership at Discipleship Ministries)\n\n\n\nNarrative Competence and Listening (led by David C. Teel\, Director of Laity and Leadership at Discipleship Ministries)\n\n\n\nWriting Grants for Funding Ministry and Missions (led by Rev. Richard Williams)\n\n\n\nAsset-Based Community Development\n\n\n\nLay Servant Ministries\n\n\n\nConnectional Giving: How does my tithe help the conference and the world?\n\n\n\nRetirement Management for Pastors\n\n\n\nPan Methodist Working with Children in Poverty\n\n\n\nCOSROW information for Women Pastors and SPRCs\n\n\n\nEmbodying Prayer\, Praise and Worship\n\n\n\nWomen’s Ministry
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/annual-conference-learn-lead-workshops/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T210000
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SUMMARY:Journey of Ministry Celebration
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for the North Alabama Conference’s Journey of Ministry Celebration\, a special worship service that includes Ordination\, Commissioning\, Licensing\, and Memorial Services. \n\n\n\nThis year\, we are especially grateful to celebrate Rev. Katie Dobbins\, whose ministry once blessed Ford’s Chapel and continues to impact the church and community. We rejoice with her as she reaches this meaningful milestone in her calling. \n\n\n\nAs a special treat\, Bishop L. Jonathan Holston will be preaching at this service. \n\n\n\nIf you plan to attend\, several members of our congregation may be interested in carpooling from the Huntsville/Harvest area. Please reach out if you’d like to ride together. \n\n\n\nJoin us in praying for Katie and for all those being ordained\, commissioned\, and licensed as they continue their journey in ministry.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/service-of-ordination/
LOCATION:Asbury United Methodist Church\, 6690 Cahaba Valley Road\, Birmingham\, 35242\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T120000
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SUMMARY:5th Sunday Celebration Honoring Pastor Emmanuel
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special 5th Sunday Celebration as we honor Pastor Emmanuel’s eight years of faithful\, joyful\, and deeply impactful ministry at Ford’s Chapel. As he prepares to begin a new chapter\, we want to gather as a church family to celebrate all the ways God has worked through him in this place. \n\n\n\nWe’ll begin the morning with a potluck breakfast at 9:00 AM – a time to share food\, laughter\, and fellowship. Then at 11:00 AM\, we’ll move into the Sanctuary for a special worship service filled with gratitude\, blessing\, and reflection. \n\n\n\nCome help us celebrate\, give thanks\, and send him forth with love. All are welcome.
URL:https://fordschapel.org/event/5th-sunday-celebration-honoring-pastor-emmanuel/
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