first edition newsletter - september 24 2014

September 24, 2014 | Volume 13 Issue 15 jacksonfumc.org

SEEKING GOD | KNOWING CHRIST | SHARING HIS LOVE

DOWNTOWN JACKSON

A Newsletter Publication of First United Methodist Church, Jackson, Tennessee

FIRST EDITIONFIRST EDITION

This story of transformation through God’s generosity was shared in worship by Madelyn Gregath on September 21.

A Story of Generosityby Madelyn Gregath

About two years ago, I embarked on a journey that I was completely clueless how to navigate. For those of you who know me, you know this is a real problem, because I can barely find my way out of a wet paper bag! I was lost in an ocean of doubt, guilt, and fear; on a row boat without a map! My world was falling apart. Everything I had known for nearly 15 years had changed. Divorce is a dark and scary endeavor. Not something I ever imagined I would go through, until it happened. Like many people feel going through divorce, I was completely broken. However, I knew that if I was ever going to be truly happy, the life I was living had to change. I had to change. After working to save my marriage for nearly two years, I eventually had to face the fact that because I did not have control over another, only so much would change. I was raised Methodist, and I have never doubted my faith, but this was a time where I had to really test my faith and put all of my trust in Christ. Not an easy thing to do.

While in the process of dealing with all life had put before me, I was also looking for a new church. After encouragement from a very dear friend, I finally gave in and made the drive downtown to First United Methodist Church. I can not begin to describe the immediate welcome and relief I felt the moment I walked through the door.

Something told me I was finally home. But it would be several more weeks before I came to really understand why I felt that way.

Through friends and other members of this congregation, generosity helped guide my way. That sea of guilt I mentioned earlier... it was like God giving me a GPS! My family was generous with their open minds, listening ears, love and support. My friends were generous with their time, experience, and knowledge. My Church was generous with reaching out to me and offering help, guidance and peers who understood, not the least of which, God was generous with his presence, wisdom and never ceasing love.

In the end, through all the trials and tribulations, counseling and attorneys, God, family, friends, neighbors, church members, pastors, and even perfect strangers came out to help me.

Through the generosity of others, many in this congregation, God held my hand as I navigated in the dark.

When I was asked to give this testimony today I began to really think about all the ways God has bestowed gifts on me. I pondered, prayed, and researched. I found a verse and, of course, several conversations with Pastor Dan later, that helped me to be able to put this together. While thinking this through I realized that generosity saved me. The generosity of others who loved me just as Christ does, gave to me during a time where I felt I had literally nothing to give.

As Paul wrote:

“God will make you rich in every way so that you may give freely.”

II Corinthians 9:11 The riches that I was given were monetary from some, but the financial generosity was really only a small part of what I received. Love, light, guidance, wisdom, support, hope and strength kept me going. I stand before you today a completely different woman from who I was two years ago. Today I am rich. Rich in love and friendship, rich in knowledge, rich in truth, rich in happiness. Rather than living in fear, I am empowered. Rather than broken, I am mended. In places where I was weak, I now have strength I never knew. Through Christ I am rich beyond my imagination, and able to give freely again.

Transformed by GenerosityGratitude Sunday, September 28

As acknowledgment of God’s Generosity to us, everyone will have the opportunity to bring our Commitment cards forward during the worship services.

Madelyn Gregath

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Welcome New Church FamilyFUMC welcomed Michelle and Niles Reddick into membership on Sunday, September 14. Niles and Michelle have two children, Nicholas and Audrey. The Reddick’s have transferred their membership from another denomination in Tifton, GA. Nicholas has been placed on the preparatory roll and Audrey is in Confirmation Class this year. Niles is the new Vice Provost at the University of Memphis – Lambuth Campus.

Pene Camilleri and her daughter, Amber Camilleri joined FUMC on September 21st. They transferred their membership from another denomination. Amber’s three children, Sawyer Renfroe, Declan Renfroe, and Cheyenne Deckard have been added to the preparatory roll. Amber’s son, Declan, was also baptized on Sunday morning.

Wednesday Evening Fellowship Menus

Dinner 5:00 p.m.$7 Adults | $5 Child

$24 Family Maximum

Wednesday, September 24SALAD & SIDE

Salad BarMashed Potatoes

Copper Penny CarrotsBroiled Tomatoes with Parmesan

& Bread CrumbsENTRÉE

Frank's MeatloafBaked Lemon-Pepper Chicken

DESSERTCobbler with Ice Cream

Wednesday, October 1SALAD & SIDE

Salad BarMustard & Vinegar Slaw

Baked BeansENTRÉE

Dry Ribs (Rendezvous Style)Grilled ChickenMac & Cheese

DESSERTChess Pie

Coffee Talk with the Pastors

Who?Young Adults (20-30 Somethings)

Where? Clayton Hall Conference

Room

When?October 12 • 10:00 a.m.

Let’s get to know each other!

Confirmand Reader

I’m Reagan Carney and my parent’s names are Trey and Traci Carney. I have 3 dogs. I love tumbling. My favorite place to be is Jackson Cheer Company. I’m very happy about starting Confirmation.

FUMC FOUNDATION“There is no limitation on the size of a charitable gift that may be given to the Church at the time of your death. No matter how large, the gift is deductable for Federal estate tax purposes.”

If you would like more information about the Foundation, please contact Jacki Hoveskeland at 731-422-4002 or stop by the church office.

Help Needed - Knife SharpeningLooking for volunteer(s) skilled in sharpening knives. If you have the knowledge, time, and heart to help keep kitchen volunteers safe, contact Luke ([email protected]) or Leslie ([email protected]), or call the church, 731-422-4002.


Why I Giveby Dan Camp

“…Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”

During the month of September, we’re asking persons who have been transformed by generosity to tell a bit of their story. I sat down with Bud Hamilton at Panera Bread Company last week and asked him this rather personal question: “Bud, why do you give?”

First, a little background: Bud is a professor of Management for the University of Mississippi. He teaches classes in strategic management and entrepreneurship at the branch campuses in Southaven and Tupelo, Mississippi. Bud’s wife, Patty, is also a professor. She is a faculty member at Union University and her area of expertise is English literature. Between them, they have too many degrees to count (at least on the fingers of one hand!).

Bud hails from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He grew up in an urban environment –and remembers taking the subway to middle school. He attended Gordon College-Boston for his undergraduate degree, California-Fullerton for his Masters of Business and the University of Georgia at Athens for his Doctoral degree. It was at the University of Georgia that he and Patty met and married.

The answer to the question of generosity for Bud is intertwined with his life story and his faith journey. Here are the highlights:

• “I grew up in the Presbyterian Church but had a significant commitment experience at a Christian theater when I was nine years old.” (Bud explained this was a movie theater – perhaps one of a kind - which showed Christian movies and would invite young people to come forward to make a

profession of faith to Christ).

• “I was invited to serve on a church staff at Park Street in Boston (an evangelical congregation) during a summer break while in college. It was here that I learned about the importance of applying Scripture to my life. It was also impressed upon me at this time the importance of supporting mission work throughout the world. Being part of a church staff in college began to change my thinking and my understanding of the importance of giving and becoming a Christian citizen. Patty understood from an early age the importance of tithing due to the influence of her family.”

• “In the early 1980s, as a single adult, I began working as a volunteer leader for a church singles ministry which ultimately grew to over 125 persons. I also coordinated small groups for Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship. I later became involved in church starts in the Pasadena, California area. During this time, my secular work ranged from working with banks, non-profit media companies, the State of California and, eventually, as a congressional investigator for the General Accounting Office and a budget analyst for an LA transit agency”

• “Overseas missions came to be an important part of our understanding of the church’s purpose. Both Patty and I spent some time in summer missions overseas and several of our close friends have spent significant time as missionaries, some in dangerous places. That changes your perspective, and you begin to truly understand how materially blessed we are in this country.”

• “We (both) spent a lot of time in graduate school with very limited finances. We both understand what it is to get by on very little. We also came to understand that there are stages in your life when it is very difficult to give. We believe God understands and honors these different seasons we go through.”

Bud and Patty moved to Jackson when Patty was offered a faculty position at Union. They joined Jackson First United Methodist about

ten years ago after some friends invited them to visit the Genesis class. They found a home among this group and have been there ever since.

Asked about the future of Jackson First UMC, Bud commented: “We have the opportunity to do some truly great things. We have the chance, in this community, to fulfill both the Great Commandment and the Great Commission.” Bud is particularly excited about the evangelistic/missional opportunities represented by the re-imagining of the Andrews Chapel campus. It is apparent that the work of teaching to which Bud and Patty are both called is a form of Christian service. I asked Bud about this as it seems that many people struggle with finding the intersection between their work and their Christian identity. Here is what he said:

“I teach the adult learner; Patty teaches more the traditional student. In both cases, we are impacting lives directly. My student is in a job already and is seeking to improve their skills. Patty’s students are preparing for life in general. We’ve both come to understand that this is our particular way of living out the Great Commandment.”

I asked Bud if there were some general rules or maxims that have guided his and Patty’s generosity –especially in the almost twenty years since completion of graduate school?

“We come to learn, over time, to accept Jesus as the ruler of all things. This includes our pocketbooks. How we really feel about our relationship with Christ is a reflection of the things we value, our treasure — if you will, and this is especially true of how we use our time and our money.”

We give thanks for the story of how the lives of Bud and Patty Hamilton have been, and are still being transformed by generosity!

Transformed by Generosity

Bud Hamilton


Women’s MinistriesSusan Crocker, Director of Women’s Ministry, [email protected] EVENTS 2014

FALL

Soul Sisters PresentsGenerations...I've Got All My Sisters with Me!

Tuesday, Sept 30th5:30 -7:30 p.m.

WHAT DO WE DO WHEN GOD INTERRUPTS OUR LIVES?

Lunch & Learn Bible Study

10:30 a.m. MezzanineTuesdays

Childcare Is provided by reservationMember books available in the Library for $14

For more info, call Susan Crocker, 731-267-7238

Leaders: Betsy Dement &

Inge Poole

Find us on Facebook: “Soul Sisters Jackson FUMC”

Have you ever felt like God interrupted your life? This book shows you how really these interruptions are invitations from God to do something amazing... something God thinks that you are the best person to handle.

Come for dinner, fashion, friends, and wildly inspirational speaker, Sue Engle. Invite a friend and don't miss out!

$12 each or a table of 8 for $80Register at jacksonfumc.org or call the church office, 422-4002

Nursery and childcare provided by RSVP

SoulSisters

Between Friends

Book ClubWednesday, Oct. 15

5:15-6:00 p.m.“The Paris Architect”

by Charles Belfoure

Everyone welcome even if you have not read the book. We finish at 6:00 p.m. for the Wednesday Evening programming.

Fall Bulb Planting at Andrews ChapelNovember 9

(with FUMC Men)Pick up some bulbs today and save them for our day of planting. If you can’t plant, there will be donation boxes for you to leave your bulbs. Let’s make spring beauti-ful at Andrews chapel!


Prayer BreakfastTuesday, September 30 7-8 a.m. • Clayton Hall

Suggested Donation: $7Speaker: Dr. Niles Reddick

University of Memphis/Lambuth update

Pastor’s Bible Studyfor Men and WomenWednesdays10:00-11:00 a.m. Room 118/Religion for LifeLeader: Jeff Rudy

This study of the Prison Epistles, which are the four letters attributed to Paul while he was imprisoned, covers Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon.

Serving OpportunitiesLakeshore’s Shoe Fundraiser Continues Through October 31stDonated shoes will be refurbished and sent to folks who cannot afford their own. Bring shoes and place in one of the marked containers located behind the Welcome Center in the main lobby. Thanks to your generosity, more than 350 pairs of shoes have already been donated!

September Mission Focus: WRAPSeptember Mission Chest Needs: Toilet paper, paper towels, Kleenex, snacks for children, diapers. Please bring items Sunday, Sept. 28 and place them under the “Way to Give Arch” in the main lobby.

Program 11:00 a.m. Luncheon 12:00 noon

Clayton Hall $7.00/person

For reservations, call the church office at 422-4002 or sign up at

jacksonfumc.org by Noon, Oct. 13.Please call and cancel your reserva-

tion should you be unable to attend.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17

Adult OpportunitiesPam Jaco, [email protected]

Aging Successfullyby Gayle Crocker, conference attendee

My husband used to say, “it’s not the stimulus that matters, it’s our response to the stimulus that really matters.” The stimulus in this case is aging. It’s one thing we all have in common. All of us are doing it! Tots, teens, young adults, older adults and seniors…we are all getting older. We are in a big hurry at the beginning of the process but as most of you know, we want to slow it down as we gain maturity.

Our church hosted a conference-wide event on Tuesday, September 9 led by Dr. Richard Gentzler. This informative, motivational and inspirational day was helpful for showing us ways of looking for meaning and significance in our later years. I left the meeting knowing that old age is a gift and is what we make of it. Wow!! Sounds like the onus is on us to grow old gracefully, make a contribution, keep close relationships and not take ourselves too seriously.

Our numbers are growing. By 2020, we will make up nearly one-fourth of the population! We know from experience that there are a lot of things over which we have little or no control: health problems, financial problems, being

taken advantage of, being a caregiver or needing a caretaker and on and on. BUT…

We can work to maintain our health with exercise and good eating habits.

We can be informed and mindful of scams.We can keep a safe environment.We can develop an attitude of gratitude, a

peaceful countenance, a sense of humor.We can offer our services of volunteering to

serve others.We can pass on our wisdom to the young.We can keep a “young at heart” attitude.We can help our faith by growing in our

relationship with God.We can stay engaged with life.We must develop coping skills.

How we feel, think and act, how we face difficulties and find a purpose are all involved in aging successfully.

Let’s pick a few, or all of these, and set a goal to grow and improve as we age successfully. Get On Board!

Memphis Conference Older Adult Ministries recently held a day long seminar at First United Methodist Church, Jackson. Dr. Richard Gentzler, Jr., former Director of the Center on Aging and Older Adult Ministry of the General Board of Discipleship was the keynote speaker.

Men of all ages welcome!

Carol Reese Ordinary Plants with

Extraordinary StoriesCarol is the Ornamental

Horticulture Specialist with University of Tennessee

Extension Service

Emmett Barker, Pam Jaco, and Gayle Crocker


Calendar of Events

Sunday, September 28 8:00 AM Confirmation Retreat 8:30 AM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 9:45 AM Sunday School- Andrews

Chapel Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service-

Downtown Campus 4:00 PM “The Current” UMY

Monday, September 29 9:00 AM Kids at First 5:30 PM Nominations and

Leadership Development Committee

5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball Practice

7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop 14 7:00 PM Men’s Basketball

Tuesday, September 30 7:00 AM Men’s Prayer Breakfast 10:00 AM Note Writing Ministry 10:30 AM Lunch and Learn Bible

Study 12:00 PM UT Family Medical Clinic

Staff Retreat 4:15 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Soul Sisters “Generations”

Wednesday, October 1 9:00 AM Kids at First 10:00 AM Pastor’s Bible Study 2:30 PM WINGS 3:30 PM Open Gym: Kids K-5th 3:45 PM Girl Scouts 5:00 PM Open Gym-Youth 5:00 PM WEF Dinner / Downtown

Campus 6:00 PM WEF Classes/Activities 6:00 PM “The Current” UMY 6:00 PM Handbells 6:00 PM WEF co-ed Volleyball 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship

Team Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir

Thursday, October 2 4:15 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball

Practice

Friday, October 3 12:00 PM First Friday Forum 5:30 PM Parent’s Night Out

Calendar subject to change. Please call the church office, 422-4002 or

check the calendar at jacksonfumc.org

In recent weeks, child sexual abuse has once again been in the headlines across the nation. And, many of us who read these stories are left with troubling questions: What should I do?... When should I act?... How much am I supposed to do?

That’s what Stewards of Children is all about…to help you get those answers and to have the information, skills and confidence to act to protect our children.

The Leadership Jackson Alumni Association is pleased to join the Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse and community co-sponsors to present this nationally acclaimed learning opportunity in our community and help you to increase the safety and security of the children you know.

WHAT TOPICS ARE COVERED IN STEWARDS OF CHILDREN?> Facts about the problem of child sexual abuse > The types of situations in which child sexual abuse might occur > Simple, effective strategies for protecting children from sexual abuse > The importance of talking about the prevention of sexual abuse with children and other adults> The signs of sexual abuse so that you might intervene and be able to react responsibly

WHAT OUTCOMES CAN BE EXPECTED AFTER TRAINING?> Increased awareness of the prevalence, consequences and circumstances of child sexual abuse > New skills for adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse > Proactive, positive change to organizational policies and procedures > Individual commitment to action via a personal prevention plan

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THE PROGRAM?> Stewards of Children is for any responsible adult who cares about the protection of children - parents, grandparents, uncles, and aunts... mentors, coaches, scout leaders and others who work with children... church leaders and staff... elected officials and community leaders... law enforcement... child serving professionals.

IT IS ALSO USED BY INDIVIDUALS, ORGANIZATIONS, BUSINESSES, AND CORPORATIONS WHO:> Seek training for staff and volunteers in the prevention of child sexual abuse > Look to enhance their child protection policies and procedures or respond to insurance requirements

THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THIS EVENT.To register to attend – go to:Saturday- http://stewardsofchildren-jackson-1025.eventbrite.comMonday- http://stewardsofchildren-jackson-1027.eventbrite.com

Child protection is everyone’s business…

&PRESENT:

CO - SPONSORSSaturday October 25th, 9am til 11am

A light brunch will be served at 8:30 AM

or Monday October 27th, 6pm til 8pmA snack supper will be served at 5:30 PM

Carl Grant Events CenterUnion University

For additional information, contact Sherry Stanfill,731-424-7900 or [email protected]

Choose One Session:

Alexander Thompson & ArnoldWest TN Area Council-Boy Scouts of America

Union UniversityAramark

WBBJ-TVJackson Energy Authority

FirstBankSouthwest Council on Children & Youth

The Children’s Council Invites Everyone to Attend...

Many thanks to this team of Communion Stewards and others who assist with preparation for and clean-up following the Lord’s Supper each month.

Stewardship Spotlight


“The Current” YouthOpen to 7th-12th graders

Taylor Parimore, Director of Student Ministries ([email protected])Search for “The Current UMY” on Facebook

“FUMC is a downtown church meeting the growing needs of younger generations”

Plastic Bags for RIFAKids Who Care Club is asking you to bring all your plastic bags to donate to RIFA’s Snack backpack program. Place bags in designated boxes throughout the church building. RIFA provides more than 700 bags of food each week to children in need in Madison County.

Kids Who Care Club (KWCC) “Let it Go!” Fall RetreatOctober 10-12 at Lakeshore Camp & Retreat Center. Leave the church at 5:30 p.m. Friday and return 2:30 p.m. Sunday. $100/person (plus money for the canteen).KWCC, a missions and ministry club for 4th-5th graders, meets the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month. Join us for a fun time together serving our church, our community and our world through the love of Christ.

Children’s Worship Attendance Growing Volunteers Needed!We need two helpers each Sunday during the First Awakening service to assist with Children’s Worship. To help, contact Jenni at [email protected].

Children’s MinistryJenni Thorn, Director of Children’s Ministries ([email protected])

“FUMC is a downtown church meeting the growing needs of younger generations”

Friday, September 26thGirl’s Night!All girls 7th- 12th gradeat the Sullivan’s house7 p.m.-11 p.m.

Sunday, October 5thBasketball Tournament and Movie Night(In place of Sunday night Bible study)

October 26thBARF in the Hay (In place of Sunday Night Bible Study)

November 7th-9th

Fall RetreatThis is a mystery retreat, so the location is a SURPRISE.You won’t want to miss this EVENT! Cost: $150

PARENTS DAY OUTMondays & Wednesdays9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Ages 8 weeks - 5 years

To register, call the church office, 731-422-4002.

Kids@Firs

On behalf of all the Kids@First staff, I want to say a huge THANK YOU to all who dropped off new and gently used toys, books, puzzles, and play dough this summer to help us get ready for our second year. Also, thank you to all the Sunday School classes, and individuals who have donated money for our scholarship family or supplies. We appreciate your support in helping this program to grow!

Ashley TaylorKids@First Director

Friday, October 3

5:30 - 9:00 p.m.Dinner Provided - $5 per child (Infant - 5th Grade)

Reservations required by Wednesday, Oct 1

To register, call 422-4002 or go to jacksonfumc.org

Parents Night Out

The Current UMY hosted an amazing night, September 21st. 130 youth and adults participated from Murray FUMC, Grace UMC, Lambuth Memorial, and Lexington UMC!

KWCC Fundraiser


Memorials & Honoraria

David Lindstrom (Father of Carrie Rudy) Andrea & Art Woods (Senior Adult Ministry)

Amy Maddox (Mother of Sandra McKnight) Andrea & Art Woods (Stephen Ministry)

Peggy Marston (Wife of Ken Marston) Mrs. Leo Martindale

Carolyn Maxwell (Mother of Chris Maxwell) Mr. & Mrs. Chester Cocke Joe, Anita Jo, Courtney, & Charles Lambert Byrd Friends in Faith Sunday School Class

James David Roth (Brother of Charles Roth) Robert & Kay Carney Betsy Cox

Barnett Scott (Husband of May Scott) Andrea & Art Woods (Stephen Ministry)

Bastiaan Van Buuren (Grandfather of Bas Van Burren) Gregg & Amy Mitchell (Children’s Ministry)

IN LOVING HONOR OF

Nancy Rahm’s 80th Birthday Brenda Alexander (Music Fund) Stephen Leaders, Cecil & Tharon Kirk, David Eblen, Debra OwenStephen Ministers past and present Andrea & Art Woods (Stephen Ministry)

IN LOVING MEMORY

Venus Borgilt Samatha Borgilt

Lucy Butler (Wife of James F. Butler) Andrea & Art Woods (Senior Adult Ministry)

Ed Crocker (Husband of Gayle Crocker, Father of John, Tim Crocker) Brenda Alexander (Building Fund) James & Anne Barker Dr. & Mrs. Donald Lewis (Music Fund) Elizabeth Hubbard (Doors Fund) Andrea & Art Woods (Stephen Ministry)

Ora Lee Foust (Mother of Frank Bratcher & Elaine Petty & Grandmother of David Bratcher) Dick Nunn Sunday School Class Richard & Jane Hopkins & Family Bobby & Sylvia Smith & Family Rebekah Circle (Music Fund) Nancy Rahm (Music Fund) Andrea & Art Woods (Senior Adult Ministry)

Joseph “Chip” Gaffney (Son of Joe & Carolyn Gaffney) Mrs. Leo Martindale Ted Hubbard (Father of Jan Kelley) Evelyn Borden Connie Krone Robert & Kay Carney

Martha Jaco (Mother of Les Jaco & Carolyn Epps) Robert & Kay Carney Elizabeth Hubbard (Doors Fund) Andrea & Art Woods (Senior Adult Ministry)

“Whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life”

- John 5:24 KJV

Calendar of Events

Saturday, October 4 No church events scheduled

Sunday, October 5 8:30 AM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 9:45 AM Sunday School- Andrews



Monday, October 6 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball

Practice 7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop 14 7:00 PM Men’s Basketball

Tuesday, October 7 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 10:30 AM Lunch and Learn Bible

Study 4:15 PM FitFirst

Wednesday, October 8 10:00 AM Pastor’s Bible Study 2:30 PM WINGS 3:30 PM Open Gym: Kids K-5th 5:00 PM Open Gym-Youth 5:00 PM WEF Dinner / Downtown

Campus 6:00 PM WEF Classes/Activities 6:00 PM “The Current” UMY 6:00 PM Handbells 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship

Team Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir

Thursday, October 9 4:15 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball

Practice

Friday, October 10 4:00 PM Rehearsal for Harvey

Wedding

Saturday, October 11 5:30 PM Dorothy Harvey’s Wedding

Sunday, October 12 8:30 AM Worship Service - Andrews

Chapel Campus 8:55 AM First Awakening Service

-Downtown Campus 9:45 AM Sunday School- Andrews




Wednesday Evening ClassesThrough November 12

Tech Talk Luke Woodruff, leaderRoom 118/Religion for LifeLearning Today’s Technology: PCs, tablets, smart phones, internet, email, social networking, online shopping and security.

Pastor’s Bible Study Jeff Rudy, leaderRoom 119/Family Life ForumWe will be studying the Prison Epistles, which are the four letters attributed to Paul while he was imprisoned. The study will cover Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon.

Prayer Time Dan Camp, leaderChapelThis is a time especially set aside to pray for those in our congregation and beyond who are dealing with illness, grief, and the challenges of life. The format is simple. We will meet for 15-20 minutes. Scripture will be read and we will commit outselves to a time of intercessary prayer.

The Story of the Bible (Part 2) Paul Eubanks, leaderLibraryThis class, based on the second part of “The Story of the Bible” from the “Great Courses” series, continues the remarkable and complicated process by which the Bible came into being. It is not necessary to have been part of the Spring class (Part I) to join the Fall class. Participants will listen to one audio lecture each class meeting with discussion to follow. That means there is no book to buy and no homework! The Fall 2014 class will carry us through the Renaissance, Reformation and Enlightenment -- into modernity.

“Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White” by Adam Hamilton Jerry Jeffords, leaderRoom 114/The WellEveryone agrees that America is polarized, with ever-hardening positions held by people less and less willing to listen to one another. No one agrees on what to do about it.One solution that hasn’t yet been tried, says Adam Hamilton, is for thinking persons of faith to model for the rest of the country a richer, more thoughtful conversation on the political, moral, and religious issues that divide us. This study with weekly guides will help participants seek the truth that resides on all sides of the issues, offering a faithful and compassionate way forward.

“The 5 Love Languages of Children” by Dr. Gary Chapman Erin and JV Thompson, leadersRoom 102/Good GoatsChildren need to feel loved to best succeed. But if you and your children speak different love languages, your display of love might get lost in translation–affecting your child’s attitude, behavior, and development.The 5 Love Languages of Children gives practical suggestions for understanding how your child gives, receives, and interprets love.Through real life examples, this book will help you discern your child’s love language and learn how to create a secure environment in which he or she can thrive. Discover how to successfully express your respect, affection, and commitment to your child, and notice the improvement in his or her behavior and in your relationship.

September 3-October 8 Co-Ed Volleyball Molly & Alan Rheney, Marilynn Eblen, leadersGymA little competition and a lot of fun! Ages 18+. Singles and Couples. For all skill levels. Instruction will be provided. Men and women on each team. Possibility of extended dates if interest is high. Contact Molly ([email protected] or 731-267-0614) or Marilynn ([email protected] or 731-422-4002) for more information.

October 15-November 19Jesse Tree Felt Advent Calendar Pam Carothers, coordinatorMezzanineCost: Participants will bring own materials. A materials list will be provided prior to the first session. The Jesse Tree Advent calendar tradition focuses on God’s thread of redemption through the Old Testament leading up to the birth of Christ. The Jesse Tree calendar can be made in many formats using a variety of handcrafted felt ornaments that symbolize each part of the amazing advent story from creation to Abraham, Isaac, Ruth, Micah’s prophecy and more. Cutting and stitching instruction and templates will be available each night as we focus on a different aspect of the Advent story. What a great way to expand our knowledge of the Bible and see the bigger picture of God’s great plan. This project will be become a treasured part of your family’s Advent tradition.Contact Pam ([email protected]) or Marilynn ([email protected]) for more information.

Dinner at 5 p.m.$7 Adults | $5 Child | $24 Family

Classes from 6-7 p.m.

Open Gym: Kids K-5th Grades - 3:30-5:00 p.m. and 6:45-7:00 p.m. | 6-12th Grades - 5:00-5:45 p.m.

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GratitudeSundaySeptember 28

World CommunionSundayOctober 5

Communion Communion

Andrews Chapel Services:8:30 a.m. Worship Service9:45 a.m. Sunday School

“Abiding Generosity”Dan Camp, preachingExodus 17:1-7

“Eyes on the Prize”Jeff Rudy, preachingPhillippians 3:4b-14

FUMC Downtown Services:8:55 a.m. First Awakening10:00 a.m. Sunday School11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship

“Abiding Generosity”Jeff Rudy, preachingExodus 17:1-7

Dan Camp, preaching

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