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All are Welcome “The Beauty of Advent Blue” The season of Advent, which comes from the Latin word adventus meaning "coming" or "visit," begins four Sundays before Christmas and ends on Christmas Eve. Advent is the beginning of the church year for Christians. During Advent, we prepare for and anticipate the coming of Christ. We remember the longing of Jews for a Messiah and our own longing for and need of forgiveness, salvation and a new beginning. Even as we look back and celebrate the birth of Jesus in a humble stable in Bethlehem, we also look forward anticipating the second coming of Christ as the fulfillment of all that was promised by His first coming. Blue represents hope and expectation. Deep blue is the color of the predawn sky, the color that
covers the world in the dark, cold hours before the dawn. It is meant to inspire us in the hope of
faith, and to encourage us to keep watch for the promised light of Christ, changing night into day,
and darkness into light. As the color associated with Mary, blue reminds us that during Advent
the church waits with Mary for the birth of Jesus.
Christmas at Clarkesville First UMC The First Sunday in Advent Sunday, December 1 | Blue Candle | Hope “The Color that Covers the World in the Dark” Isaiah 11:1-10 Jetsetters Tuesday, December 3 | 12:00 n | Fellowship Hall Enjoy singing Christmas carols and a complimentary lunch for Senior Adults. Ladies Advent Lunch Saturday, December 7 | 11:30 -1:30 p.m. The Second Sunday in Advent Sunday, December 8 | Blue Candle Joy and Christmas Cantata “Cold Hours Before the Dawn” | Isaiah 9:1-7 Church-wide meal following the 11:00 a.m. Worship Service Youth Progressive Dinner Sunday, December 8 | 4:30 Children’s Play Wednesday, December 11| 6:30 p.m. Sunday, December 15 | 10:10 a.m. | Sanctuary Children performing The Little Drummer Dude
OWLS (Older, Wiser, Livelier Saints) A Lovely Christmas Evening Thursday, December 12 | 6:00 p.m. | Fellowship Hall Christmas Dinner with Violinist Heather Strachan. Catered by Tim Bates The Third Sunday in Advent Sunday, December 15 | Blue Candle | Peace “Changing Day and Darkness into Light” John 1:1-9 Preschool Christmas Program Tuesday | December 17 | 9:00am | Sanctuary White Elephant Youth Christmas Party Wednesday | December 18 | 6:30p.m. Bring a “White Elephant Gift” to exchange. The Longest Night Prayer & Healing Service Saturday, December 21 | 7:00 p.m. | Sanctuary The Fourth Sunday in Advent Sunday, December 22| Blue Candle | Love “The Church waits with Mary for the Birth of Jesus” Luke 1:46-55 Church-wide Christmas Caroling Sunday | December 22 | 6:00p.m. Meet in the Fellowship Hall. Christmas Eve | White Candle | Christ Tuesday, December 24 | Communion & Candle Lighting 4:00 | 6:00 | 11:00 p.m. Luke 2:1-15 Carols and Lessons Family service at 4:00 p.m. | Connection Traditional service at 6:00 and 11:00 p.m. | Sanctuary
Sunday Night Fellowship We meet weekly at 6:30pm at different local restau-
rants. Buy your own meal, sit wherever you’d like, and
get to know others in our church family.
December 1 Your Pie December 22 - Bojangles
December 8 - Chicago’s December 29 - The Attic
December 15 - El Patron
Jetsetters
Come for a complimentary lunch and fellowship,
Tuesday, December 3, at 12 noon, in the Fellowship
Hall. Notice the time change. We will eat around 12:15.
We will enjoy a meal together and sing Christmas
Carols. Please let me know if you need a special dietary
meal. ([email protected])
Christy Hinson
Director of Adult Ministries
Ladies Lunch Bunch
Monday, December 9, the Ladies Lunch Bunch will
meet at the church at 10:30 am. We will leave at 10:30
on the bus. We are going to 211 Main Street in Lavonia.
Please make your reservation with the Church Office
(706.754.2677) by noon on Friday, December 6, or email
Kite Stribling: Meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 2:00pm. Contact: Wanda Westmoreland Friends in Faith: Friends in Faith meets monthly on the third Tuesday at 6:00pm, in the Admin Bldg. (No meeting in December) Contact: Sandy Blake
The UMM will not meet in December. Next meeting is January 9. We are looking forward to our annual Valentines Day Dinner. Look for details in January!
Church Staff Christmas
Special Offering
At this time of year when we pause to reflect on our
blessings, it’s hard to imagine a significant event in our life
that hasn’t been marked by a celebration in our church.
Not only holidays, but also weddings, baptisms, and funer-
als. Good times and bad, our church family has been
there. Together.
Making sure that the church is always prepared requires a
lot of behind-the-scenes preparation and a lot of hard
work by a lot of people. We are extremely fortunate to
have a dedicated and hardworking staff that does their
job so well that often times we forget how much effort
was required to get the job done. If you get the
opportunity to do so, please thank them personally.
Your Staff-Parish Relations Committee would also like us
to do something special for our church staff at Christmas.
They keep our church running smoothly, and as our
congregation continues to grow, we place tremendous
amounts of responsibility on our staff. We would like to
invite everyone who feels so inclined, to give a monetary
gift to be shared among our full-time and part-time
church staff. If your gift is made by check, please
designate it “offering - staff”. Please send your gift by
December 13, as we plan to present these gifts on Decem-
ber 15. All of our church staff work very hard and Christ-
mas is the time to tangibly say, “We love you and we
thank you. Merry Christmas!”
Thank you for your prayers, and thank you for sharing in
the ministry to which God has called us at Clarkesville First
United Methodist Church.
Merry Christmas!
Staff-Parish Relations Committee
FELLOWSHIP
In His Service, Susan Weidner, Director, CFUMC Preschool
“Rooted in faith, growing in love"
During the month of December, the preschoolers will celebrate Christmas. They will learn about the birth of Jesus and the bright star that God put in the sky to show people the way to Jesus. The preschoolers will present "To Bethlehem" on Tuesday, December 17, at 9 am, in the sanctuary. Please join us for the cutest Christmas musical you will see this year.
The kid's ministry is still "FALLing" in love with Jesus! We had a great turn out for our Kid's Fall Festival! We estimate that over 300 graced the CFUMC property and experienced the loving friendship of our church body! Thank you to everyone who played a role in serving, it is so appreciated. Our Kid's Christmas play is in the works! Please join us on December 11th at 6:30PM and December 18th, at 10:10am, in the Sanctuary to watch our kids perform "The Little Drummer Dude." Please continue to pray for our kids' ministry as we hope to continue to disciple the youngest of our church family.
Courtney Young Children’s Director
Second Story Youth Hello Church family! Clarkesville First UMC Youth is excited for
December. We've got all sorts of events and fun opportunities for fellowship this
coming month. Our youth will get to participate in a Christmas party, a gift swap,
Christmas caroling, a Progressive dinner, a Lock-In, and so much more as we dive into
the Christmas season!
While we are super excited for all the fun, we're also excited to step back from
getting caught up in the 'holidays' so that we can give God praise and thanks for the
coming of the Messiah that we are so eagerly awaiting. Please be in prayer for safe
travels throughout the month, and be in praise for the ways the Holy Spirit is moving in our youth! This is going to be
an awesome month!
Bailey Tam
Youth Director
YOUTH & CHILDREN
The Connection Service has been blessed and is continuing to grow. God has truly blessed us with talented and servant-hearted brothers and sisters in Christ. We are preparing now for the Advent and Christmas season. The Connection Service is excited to host the 4PM Christmas Eve Service. This will be a family-oriented service where children and adults can participate in a joyful time of praise and worship. Please join us for this fun and exciting service.
For His Kingdom, Courtney Young Director of Contemporary Worship
JETSETTERS
December 3 Tuesday | 12:00pm
Complimentary Lunch
12:15 Lunch
12:45 Christmas Carols
THE CONNECTION
OLDER ADULT MINISTIRES | OWLS
LOVELY
CHRISTMAS
EVENING
December 12 Thursday | 6:00PM
Catered Meal, $15 each RSVP: Christy Hinson
[email protected] FEATURING
HEATHER STRACHAN
FALL HARVEST Our Senior Adults are in-ministry
with our Children’s Ministry Program. Evangelism is a joy for the Seniors at CFUMC.
All Sunday School classes meet from 10:10-10:50am. At CFUMC we have classes for “all ages and stages of life!” Children’s classes meet in the Children’s Ministry Department above the Legacy Hall. Youth classes, for middle and high school ages, meet on the second floor of The Connection. The classes for our young people provide a solid foundation for growing in faith. For adults, classes meet in several buildings … The Upper Room, Pilgrims, Seekers, and Good News Fellowship classes meet in the Legacy Hall. The Aldersgate Class meets in the Admin Building. Our young adults, (post-high school-college age) the Planters Class, meets in The Connection. Our 20’s-40’s class, Meant for More, also meets in The Connection. Each adult class studies different topics, so you are invited to visit and discover where you can grow best!
Wednesday Discipleship Hour
6:30pm, Legacy Hall (except as noted)
Women’s Study & Fellowship
“I’m Waiting, God” by Barb Roose thru December 18
This is an ongoing class specifically for women! The current study focuses on women in the Bible who had to wait on God. Their stories will “breathe fresh hope and practical next steps in your life.” Discover how waiting on God can draw you closer to Him.
Led by Julia Runkle Beginning January 8: “I Give Up,” by Laura Story
‘Tis the Season
Sharing Christmas Memories | December 4 Come to the Gathering Room in The Legacy Hall to enjoy hot cider and share stories from Christmas past that enrich and inspire our Christmas present.
Advent | December 18 Paula Gibson will lead an inspiring hour-long
exploration of the season of Advent
“Daily Living the Christian Life”
Beginning January 8 Toby Grady will lead this study when Wednesday
Discipleship classes begin again in January.
Sign Language
April Cox will resume this class in February
GriefShare Support Group
Thru December 11
1:30PM, Wednesdays, in the Legacy Hall
Pastor Keith is leading this new support group for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. The group will offer supportive fellow-ship and has a comprehensive educational com-ponent that will provide intentional guidance to help you rebuild your life. The group is open to the community, too, so please share with others who might benefit from this special time together. Each session “stands alone” so you can come any time.
Pastor’s Bible Study Tuesdays | 1:30PM | Thru Dec. 17
Legacy Hall
Pastor Keith will lead a “deep dive” into a book of the Bible, fostering discussion and a greater un-derstanding of the text. This is an ongoing study and you are welcome to attend whenever you are able. The class will resume on January 7.
GROW
“It cannot be that the people should grow in grace unless they give themselves to reading. A reading people will always be a knowing people.”
-John Wesley
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition,
with thanksgiving, present your request to God. Philippians 4: 6
Lu DeMore, in rehab at The Oaks
Our condolences to Clint Carey and family on the death of his wife, Eloise
Our condolences to Jake & Emily McGahee and family on the death of her grandmother, Lois Strauch
Our condolences to Jim & Marilyn Watson on the death of his mother, Betty Watson
Relatives and Friends of our members:
David Cox, father of Pastor Keith Cox, lung cancer
Kevin Pratt, son of Chuck & Elizabeth Pratt, recovering from surgery to remove brain tumor
Our condolences to the family and friends of Jeff Whitecotton
George & Sally Borowski, friends of Dick & Esta Reynolds, George is in a care home
Praise! Cody Noblett, Michele Sheffield’s grandson, is now taking steps!
Our condolences to Lisa Frankum, coworker of Michele Sheffield, on the death of a family member
Roberta Hagan, sister of Joyce Jones and Loyce Guthrie, in declining health
Kayla, Adam, Levi & Waylon Gudger, family of Angel & Patrick Farmer, relocating to Alaska
Andy Odom, Sandy Shell’s brother, health concerns regarding his heart
Pete O’Connor, friend of Bob & Becky Farmer, having a difficult time with chemo and radiation treatments
Our Stephen Ministry caregivers and their care receivers
Our CFUMC Preschool ministry
Missionaries associated with our church family: Jeff & Holly Higgins Robinson, now stateside (Shari H. Collins),
Petrit & Meredith Kemp Lleshi, now stateside (Rev. & Mrs. Tony Kemp)
All men and women of the Armed Forces
The leadership of our church and our government
United Methodist Missionaries and Mission Centers we support:
Nancy Carew—missionary in Liberia
Wallins UMC—small church on a circuit in the Red Bird Missionary Conference in Kentucky
Joy Center—Community Center in the Red Bird Missionary Conference in Kentucky
Tuesday Morning Prayer Group
The prayer group meets each Tuesday morning in the Connection at 9:15 a.m. for one hour. We have many prayer warriors in our church and we would like for any of you
who feel inspired to come join us in lifting up members of our congregation and community that are requesting prayer. Remember God loves a praying church!
PRAY
2 Bob Farmer
2 Pat Foster
8 Alison George
9 Pam Owen
10 Don Fry
11 Hampton Hotard
11 Sarah Weidner
12 George Smith
12 Arren Taylor
18 Patsy Hinely
18 Jake McGahee
19 Jack Foster
19 Sue Trotman
20 Pam Spangler
23 Gloria Agnew
23 Debbie Chapel
24 Agnes Nichols
25 Rose McNair
26 John Bussler
26 Bob Cook
26 Clay Kafsky
27 Jean Hulsey
28 Sawyer Burgess
29 Sarah McNair
30 Henry Burgess
31 Mary Spearman
31 Cami Taylor
The deadline for information you would like to have included in the next edition of the Grapevine is always the 3rd Wednesday of the month. For the DECEMBER newsletter, please send any information - EARLY - by December 13 to our newsletter editor, Christy Hinson, at this email:
♥ ♥ ♥
8 Bryan & Elizabeth Cummings
14 James & Jennifer Jennings
16 Bob & Becky Farmer
17 Bruce & Judy Forbes
17 David & Adonica Budd
20 D.J. & Leah Massey
20 Frank & Teresa Dean
21 Steve & Robin Wilks
26 Jim & Marilyn Watson
27 Randy & Katie Ann Brooks
27 Al & Wanda Westmoreland
28 Dale & Sandi Dean
31 Holmes & Reba Harrison
31 Chuck & Elizabeth Pratt
Dear friends at Clarkesville First UMC, thank you for your donation to the Food Bank of Northeast Georgia for Food 2 Kids. We are honored to feed the hungry in your name, and are grateful to be part of your outreach mission. May your blessings be immeasurable. The Sharing & Caring Places of Habersham County gratefully acknowledge the gift from CFUMC to help meet the emergency needs of the poor, the hungry, the abused and the oppressed in our community.
Operation Christmas Child thanks Clarkesville First UMC for the 72 boxes sent to children around the world. Also,
thank you to everyone who contributed and volunteered their time to this labor of love.
DECEMBER BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES
MAILBOX
CommUnity Thrift Store Recent gifts to the community were $1,225 to CFUMC
Future Facilities Fund; $600 to Food 2 Kids, $200 to
Clarkesville Soup Kitchen, and $425 to Cornelia Soup
Kitchen. Would you like to serve with this ministry?
Drop by during business hours to observe the process
and get a little on-the-job training. Saturday teams are
needed! Donations are gladly accepted during store
hours, Tuesday-Saturday 10am-2pm. Tax receipts are
available.
Food 2 Kids Our UMC Connectional Group mission project is
Food 2 Kids, which provides weekend food for 209
students during the school year. We have added 4
additional students! Do you recall that when we
began we served 46 students?!
The annual cost to sponsor one child is $275 - but
any amount is appreciated! Donations are accepted
year-round. Drop your gift in the offering or bring by
the Church Office, just note it “Food 2 Kids”. Thank
you for your continued support!
To help with Food 2 Kids, come to Ebenezer UMC
in Hollywood on Friday mornings at 9:00am. Packing
AND delivering are both done on Fridays. NOTE: De-
cember 12 is a DOUBLE-BAG day, so packing and
delivering will be done on Thursday, this week only!
Mission Team
This is one of many Clarkesville First United Methodist
Church’s local outreach ministries. Participation is
open to all. Building a ramp with the Mission Team
provides a great opportunity to serve Christ. If you
would like to help with a project, contact Jerry
Medlock or Dave McClure.
Stephen Ministry Through one-on-one caring and confidential
relationships, those who are hurting receive the love,
care, and support they need. For more information, or
for a confidential referral to a Stephen Minister, please
contact the Church Office.
Meals On Wheels We share the responsibility among five teams to cover our
church’s commitment for the five “first” days of each
month. Drivers commit to the same weekday each month
for six months, with the exception of July. A BIG
“Thanks!” to our August-Dec. drivers! There are a few
days left for the January-June rotation! Contact Jennifer in
the Church Office if you would like to serve as a delivery
team for the upcoming rotation.
December 2, Monday: Don & Susan Griffin
December 3, Tuesday: Gloria Agnew
December 4, Wednesday: Roy Finocchio
December 5, Thursday: Jerry & KK Medlock
December 6, Friday: Annette Lee
Habersham Detention Center
Ministry Our church is helping to provide gift bags for the
inmates at the Habersham County Detention Center. This
is part of the Angel Tree Project of Habersham. There are
150 inmates and our church will supply 15 bags this year.
Each bag contain a composition notebook and several
toiletry items. They will be delivered on Christmas Eve.
Interested in serving with this ministry? Please contact our
Prison Ministry Coordinator, Ellen Boyd.
WANTED: Singers
Singers are needed for the Habersham East/West Senior
Living Home. A group from the church goes 3rd and 4th
Monday’s of each month (5:15-5:45) to sing and visit. If
you enjoy singing for fun and love older people, this is the
group for you! If you are interested contact Sandy Snell
404-886-7186 or call the church office.
Angel Tree Project for Children
Angel Tree of Habersham Project provides Christmas gifts
for children of inmates at the Habersham County Deten-
tion center. Angel sponsors are needed to provide gifts
from the children’s wish lists. The Angel tree, with
sponsor cards, will be in the Fellowship Hall on December
1. Gifts are due back December 8.
SERVE
Intercessory Prayer Have you been thinking about ways to improve your prayer life? We have just the place for you! It is our Tuesday Morning Prayer Group which meets from 9:15-10:15am in The Connection. We come together and pray in one accord. If praying out loud is not in your comfort zone, no worries. You are welcome to be a part of this group! If you have any questions, contact Miriam Iossi.
Fleece Blanket Ministry This ministry makes blankets for the children at Murphy Harpst. The group will meet on Monday, December 2, at 10:00am, in The Legacy Hall. These are easy-to-make, no-sew blankets. You only need to tie knots! We need at least four volunteers to continue to continue this ministry. Contact Jean Hulsey for more information.
Skeins of Love Prayer Shawl Ministry If you would like to join this group, but don’t know how to crochet or knit, we have talented ladies ready to teach you. We also have knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarn and love to share. We meet on Thursdays, at 10:00am in the Connection. Prayer shawls may be the main purpose, but this group does so much more! Small comfort squares, hats for chemo patients, scarves, etc. There is a project for every skill level! If you know of someone who would benefit from one of our gifts, please contact the Church Office.
Bridging
Generations Thank you for your
generous giving towards the
Bridging Generations Faith Commitment
General Budget Total 2019 General Budget: $732,121.00 Monthly Need (Avg Per Month) $61,010.08 Budget Income thru Oct. 30 $541,463.00
Future Facilities Fund Account Balance as of October 31 $75,284.77 Mortgage Balance as of Oct. 31 $980,169.52
December Giving Reminder
It is the tradition of Clarkesville First United Methodist Church on Christmas Eve to designate the offering
that is collected for missions. We are always thankful to receive your financial gifts, but please be sure to
make your regular budget or building fund gifts in December either on Sundays, by mail or online, or come
by the Church Office. Also, the office will be open December 30 & 31 to receive year-end gifts.
PRAYER
GIVE
Red Cross Blood Drive: In Memory of Tim Lee
December 16, 2:00-7:00pm, in the Fellowship Hall
Liturgists in Worship: December 1 Jana Flury December 8 Jim Weidner December 15 Lewis Hinely December 22 Jerre Harvard December 29 Jake McGahee
Ushers: 8:30 Garnett Hulsey Jim Johnson 11:00 Steve Blake John and Cathy Steinhauer
Trustees
Sunday Lock-Up: Unlock Tim Teague Lock Jana Flury
Children’s Church: 9:00/11:00 Worship: Volunteers needed, contact Courtney Young.
Evangelism Ministry
Visitation: December 1 Lynda and Dee Petty December 8 Lea and Len Cohen December 15 Annaclair and Jim Kiger December 22 Gloria and David Agnew December 29 Mary and Calvin WIlbanks
Fellowship Breakfast: Fellowship Hall (9:30am) Sunday School Classes rotate December 1 Aldersgate December 8 Pilgrims December 15 Seekers December 22 Upper Room December 29 Good News Fellowship Connection (8:30am) Alison George
Altar Flowers:
December 1 Peg and Katrina Staples December 8 anonymous
Ministers of Faith Our Congregation
Pastor Pastor Keith Cox [email protected]
Director of Older Adult
Ministries, Evangelism
and Communications
Christy Hinson [email protected]
Director of Youth Bailey Tam [email protected]
Director of Children and
Contemporary Worship
Courtney Young [email protected]
Nursery
Nursery Assistants
LeAnne Challenger Stephanie Nicholson
Emily West Rebekah Jennings, Sarah Jennings
and Reid Kafsky
Preschool Director/
Teacher
Preschool Teachers
Teaching Assistants
Susan Weidner [email protected]
Linda Angel, Deann Cranford Angel Farmer, Karen Taylor
and Katie Whitmire Kellen Jenkins, Cerra Charleston
Director of
Worship Arts
Paula Gibson [email protected]
Pianist Sandra Barge
Volunteer Organist Robin Wilks
Sound Technician Mike Young
Admin Assistant
and Director of
Discipleship
Jennifer Boydstun, UM Deaconess
Financial Secretary Sandie Gore [email protected]
Volunteer
Receptionist Team
Linda Camp, Bruce & Judy Forbes, Beverly Harvard, and
Wanda Westmoreland
Custodian, Main Campus
Custodial, Connection
Maintenance
Ricky West Pam’s Cleaning Service
Ken Iossi
Santa’s Mailbox If you would like to “mail” Christ-mas cards to friends at CFUMC, Santa’s Mailbox is the way to do it! Mailboxes are placed in the Fel-lowship Hall, Sanctuary, and Con-nection to receive your cards. No addresses are needed, just names. Please alphabetize cards, secure with a rubber band, and place with payment in the mailbox. The rate is 5 cards for $1. Checks made payable to Friends in Faith UMW. Proceeds fund this circle’s mission projects throughout the year. To pick up cards sent to you, please periodically check your family’s file folder located at “Santa’s Post Office” in the Fellowship Hall. CFUMC directories may be picked up in the church office, if needed.
STAFF
WORSHIP VOLUNTEERS
Regular Sunday Morning Schedule*
8:30am Traditional Worship Service—S
9:00am Contemporary Worship Service—C
9:30am Fellowship Time—FH
10:10am Sunday School Hour (Children, Youth, and Adult Classes)
11:00am Traditional Worship Service—S
Saturday, December 14
9:00am Staff Christmas Breakfast - Crossroads Sunday, December 15 - Third Sunday of Advent
*Regular Sunday Morning Schedule 10:10am Children’s Christmas Play - S 5:30pm Youth Worship Team - C 6:00pm Youth Christmas Party - C 6:30pm Fellowship Dinner - at El Patron Monday, December 16
9-12:00n Staff meeting 1:30pm Worship planning 2-7:00pm Red Cross Blood Drive IMO Tim Lee - FH 5:15pm Habersham West Visitation & Singing Tuesday, December 17
7:00am Youth Breakfast - Stoney’s 9:00am Preschool Christmas Program - S 9:15am Prayer Ministry - C 1:30pm Tuesday Afternoon Bible Study - LH 6:00pm Praise Band Practice - C Wednesday, December 18
1:30pm GriefShare Support Group - LH **Regular Wednesday Evening Schedule Thursday, December 19 7-8:00am Men’s Breakfast -Crossroads Café 10:00am Skeins of Love Prayer Shawl Ministry -C Saturday, December 21
7:00pm The Longest Night Prayer & Healing Service - S Sunday, December 22 - Fourth Sunday of Advent
*Regular Sunday Morning Schedule
6:00pm Church-wide Caroling and Snacks - FH 6:30pm Fellowship Dinner - at Bojangles Monday, December 23
9-12:00n Staff meeting 5:15pm Habersham East Visitation & Singing Tuesday, December 24
9:15am Prayer Ministry - C 4:00pm Christmas Eve Family Service - C 6pm/11pm Traditional Christmas Eve Services - S Wednesday, December 25–27 - Office closed
Sunday, December 29
*Regular Sunday Morning Schedule
6:00pm Youth - C 6:30pm Fellowship Dinner– The Attic Tuesday, December 31 - Church Office closes at noon
9:15am Prayer Ministry - C 6:00pm Praise Band Practice Tba Youth Lock-in
FH = Fellowship Hall LH=Legacy Hall
C= The Connection S = Sanctuary AB = Admin. Bldg
Attention! Community use of facilities is not listed on calendar due to space limitations. To minimize conflicts, please check your proposed date & time with the office’s main calendar before
scheduling an event or meeting.
Regular Wednesday Evening Schedule**
5:15pm Joybells
5:30pm Family Fellowship Night Meal - FH
6:00pm Children’s Choir
6:30pm Discipleship Classes (Adults/Youth/Children)
6:30pm Ensemble Choirs
7:30pm Chancel Choir
Sunday, December 1 – First Sunday of Advent
*Regular Sunday Morning Schedule 5:30pm Youth Worship Team - C 6:00pm Youth - C 6:30pm Fellowship Dinner - at Your Pie Monday, December 2
9-12n Staff Meeting 10:00am Fleece Tie-Blanket Ministry - LH 5:15pm Thrift Store Board meeting - C 6:00pm Trustees - AB Tuesday, December 3
7:00am Youth Breakfast - Stoney’s 9:15am Prayer Ministry - C 12:00n Jetsetters -FH 1:30pm Tuesday Afternoon Bible Study - LH 6:00pm Praise Band Practice - C Wednesday, December 4
1:30pm GriefShare Support Group - LH **Regular Wednesday Evening Schedule Thursday, December 5
7-8:00am Men’s Breakfast -Crossroads Café 10:00am Skeins of Love Prayer Shawl Ministry -C Saturday, December 7
11:30am Ladies Advent Luncheon - FH Sunday, December 8 - Second Sunday of Advent
**Regular Sunday Morning Schedule 8:30/11:00 Chancel Choir Christmas Cantata 12n Church-wide Covered Dish Meal - FH 4:30pm Youth Progressive Dinner 6:30pm Fellowship Dinner - at Chicago’s Monday, December 9
10:30am Ladies Lunch Bunch - 211 Main Street, Lavonia 6:00pm Finance Committee - AB Tuesday, December 10
7:00am Youth Breakfast - Stoney’s 9:15am Prayer Ministry - C 1:30pm Tuesday Afternoon Bible Study - LH 2:00pm Kite Stribling UMW meeting 6:00pm Praise Band Practice - C Wednesday, December 11
1:30pm GriefShare Support Group - LH 6:30pm Children’s Christmas Play - S **Regular Wednesday Evening Schedule Thursday, December 12
7-8:00am Men’s Breakfast - Crossroads Café 10:00am Skeins of Love Prayer Shawl Ministry - C 6:00pm OWLS: A Lovely Christmas Evening - FH
CALENDAR
Clarkesville First United Methodist Church 1087 Washington Street, P.O. Box 365,
Clarkesville, GA 30523 Office: (706) 754-2677 FAX: (706) 754-1276
e-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.clarkesvillefirstumc.org
Office Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Thursday
8:30 am- 12:00 pm, Friday
Closed for lunch 12:00 - 1:00pm, daily
THE GRAPEVINE, DECEMBER 2019
“Have You Heard” Sunday, December 8 | 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. |
Christmas Cantata, performed by the CFUMC Chancel Choir a surprisingly refreshing
retelling of the Christmas Story.
“The Longest Night” Sunday, December 21 | 7:00 p.m. | Prayer and Healing Service
A time of reflection for those dealing with sadness during the Christmas season.
“Christmas Eve Services” Tuesday, December 24
4:00 p.m. | Connection | Family and Children Service 6:00 and 11:00 p.m. | Sanctuary | Traditional Service
Carols and Lessons All services Holy Communion and Candle Lighting.