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A L C O A F I R S T U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H

A NOTE FROM THE PASTOR...

On February 26th Robert Gibbs (SPR Chairman) announced our upcoming move to our church family. He said we weren’t going to grieve, but that we were going to “have a party” and that’s just what we did! It was one surprise after another for us and nothing in the evening proved to be a letdown.

Friday night’s celebration at Alcoa High School was unforgettable! As we drove to the beach on Saturday, Beth and I continued to marvel at everything that happened…all the planning and work it took to make the night so memorable…and all the family and friends who attended! The night began with us being driven to the celebration in a hearse (by Jenni Bryant) from Smith Mortuary…and ended with great music from K-Wrecks (the band with David Nichols, Brian Perkins, Davy Hill and friends)! Both of us smiled so much that our faces hurt!

We appreciated being surrounded by our church family, some of the Green and Miller families, as well as community leaders and friends from other churches in the area. What a treat it was to have friends from former churches we served, as well as my buddy J.J. from our King College days…and that special cow from Chick-Fil-A. Elvis by the casket wasn’t bad either!

We will always be grateful for the love shown to us not just on Friday night but for the last 17 years. The joy of the Lord is indeed our strength (Nehemiah 8:10) and has been ever present in our church. You all are awesome and we will forever hold you close in our hearts!

Special thanks to: Robert Gibbs and the SPR CommitteeCarol CruzeJohnny WalkerMike Treadway, emceeCharles MaynardK-Wrecks (the band)Alcoa High School …and everyone else who worked to make the night so special!

Nobody can throw a party like Alcoa First UMC!

STEWARDSHIP

May 6th Attendance8:30 Worship .............................. 18210:45 Worship ............................. 2506:30 Worship .................................. 0Total Worship ............................... 432

May 13th Attendance8:30 Worship .............................. 15410:45 Worship ............................. 2566:30 Worship .................................. 0Total Worship ............................... 410

Operating Budget2011 Operating Budget ........ 789,840Needed in May ....................... 74,039Received in May ..................... 31,904On-line giving in April ............... 6,523Received YTD ....................... 286,977

Special GivingBuilding FundIn honor of the Choirby Clint and Darlene Abbott

In memory of Steve Widnerby Bill and June Asbury

In honor of Joe and Beth Green by Francis and Mary Gross

Bill Bailey Scholarship FundIn honor of Doris Bailey by Larry and Susan McNamee

Green Fellowship Hall FundIn memory of Dorothy Wade by Glenn Wade

In memory of Nadine Davis by Becky Stephens

Thank YouA Big Thank You to everyone who helped me thru my ordeal with your flowers, gifts, cards, visits and phone calls.

I am so fortunate. Lorene Williams

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Sympathy Christian sympathy is extended to Sammy and Cindy Davis and their family following the death of Sammy’s mother, Nadine Davis, who passed away on Wednesday, May 9, 2012.

Christian sympathy is extended to Martha Cox, Pam Cox and Kathy Burns and their families following the death her daughter and their sister, Jennifer Jennings, who passed away on Wednesday, May 9, 2012.

Christian sympathy is also extended to Mike, Lisa and Addison McMahan and their family following the death of his grandfather, Carroll (Mac) McMahan, who passed away on Saturday, May 12, 2012.

TUNE OF THE WEEK“I’ve got a harp, you’ve got a harpAll God’s children, they gotta harp

When I get to heaven, gonna play on my harpI’m gonna play all over God’s heaven!”

I’ve got stuff, you’ve got stuffAll God’s children, they’ve got stuff.

When I get to heaven, ain’t gonna need no stuffGuess I’ll sell some of it at the BIG SALE.

Yes - BIG SALE for Habitat 15-16 June.Donate “stuff” 11 June (or sooner, Johnny’s whim!)

Set up 11-14 June - help wanted!Culinary masterpieces prep - anytime you wish.

15-16 “stuff”, food, fun, and philanthropy!

This Just In...THERE WILL BE A

BREAKFAST GATHERING

Please join us in the Fellowship Hall from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday, June 3, 2012, as we gather to welcome and

celebrate our newest members and recent visitors.

A continental breakfast will be available and ALL are welcome.

The congregation is encouraged to attend. This is an opportunity forus to welcome and get to knowour newest friends and family.

We hope to see you there.

THURSDAY, MAY 24, 10AM-NOONLight lunch at noon. Call 982-4354 for reservations!

JOIN US FOR GAME DAY! Last chance before summer break

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Church-WIDE Picnic & Pool Party

Sunday, June 3, 2012, 6:00-9:00 p.m.Springbrook Pool

We would like to ask each Sunday School class to contribute food as follows:

Bailey: Desserts, Bible Fellowship: Hotdog bunsChristian Fellowship: Chips, Delta: Drinks (cans in coolers)

Nova: Hamburger buns, hamburger toppingsSeekers: Tea/Lemonade

Pathfinder: Plates, napkins, plastic spoons and forksSunday Solos: Desserts, Wesley: Drinks (cans in coolers)Everyone is encouraged to attend. If you are not currently in a

Sunday School class, please bring a dessert or picnic salad.

Please bring items to the pool.

WEEKLY SCHEDULEMAY 20-26, 2012 SUNDAY, MAY 20 8:30 am Worship Service9:30 am Sunday School10:45 am Worship Service6:30 pm Evening Worship MONDAY, MAY 21 9:00 am Monday Prayer group WEDNESDAY, MAY 236:30 pm What the Bible Is all About, led by Pastor Joe A Bible study of Exodus, led by Rev. Jerry Page God in the Dock by C. S. Lewis: led by David Duggan A Deeper Look at the Old Testament: A women’s study led by Kim Spencer THURSDAY, MAY 2410:00 am Game Day FRIDAY, MAY 256:30 am Men’s Bible Study

MARK YOUR CALENDARVBS “SKY” JUNE 24 - 285:45 pm - 8:30 pm

IT MAY NOT BE THE BIGGEST BLOCKBUSTER HIT OF THE SEASON LIKE THE AVENGERS...

but BINGO is the biggest hit at Asbury Acres!

If you would like to join in on the fun, it starts at 6:15pm on Monday night, June 4. Or if you would just like to support

the UMW, you can drop off items used for BINGO prizes in the plastic containers located outside the Multi-purpose room.

The top 3 favorite items given as prizes are boxes of Kleenex, individual bars of Dove soap and the small size of Hershey

chocolate candy bars. Thanks for your generosity.

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ALCOA FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH617 GILBERT STREETALCOA, TN 37701

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ALCOA1stUMC STAFFJOE GREEN Senior Pastor

JERRY PAGE Associate Pastor

SHERRY SHELTONDirector of Children’s and Student Ministries

ALI PASQUA Interim Youth Director

LESLIE STEVENSONAssistant Director of Children’s Ministries

CAROL CRUZEAdministrative Assistant/Secretary

JANA BETH NEUBERT Booth Manager

MIKE TREADWAY Director of Music Ministries

ALICE SANDEFUR Treasurer

JOHNNY WALKER Director of Operations

ANGELA WALKER Housekeeper

MARTHA COBB Organist

SUSIE DOUGHERTY Pianist

CONTACT InformationWEBSITE: www.alcoafumc.com

EMAIL: office@alcoafumc.com

STAFF EMAIL: firstname.lastname@alcoafumc.com

CHURCH PHONE: 865-982-5551

CHURCH FAX: 865-982-5558ALC

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MINISTRY ASSISTANTS FOR MAY 20, 2012

8:30 GREETERS: Scott, Heather, Palmer and Layla Woods10:45 GREETERS: Clint and Darlene AbbottNURSERY: 8:30 a.m. - Heather McNeal, 9:30 a.m. - Ruth Borden, 10:45 a.m. - Mary Beth Bonneville

THANK YOU

Dear Joe and Congregation:

Just wanted to drop you a word of thanks for the beautiful floral arrangement that you sent to our 100th Year Anniversary Celebration. God blessed us with a glorious day with over 700 in attendance.

We are constantly reminded how fortunate we are to have Alcoa First Methodist just down the street on the other corner. I am sure your proven devotion to our Lord will be greatly blessed by Him as you continue to serve Him.

In the Grip of His Grace,Freeman Tomlin, Pastor, First Baptist Alcoa

Dear Members of First United Methodist Church,

Everyone associated with Community Food Connection would like to take this opportunity to extend our thanks to you for your recent contribution of $2,068.

So far this year, we have served 4,965 families, 14,541 people and 4,310 children. Without generous donors like you, we would not be able to provide food for the hungry in Blount County. Thank you so much for your support of this agency.

Sincerely,Ann Peterson, Treasurer