INSIDE!!!

Pg. 2: Upcoming sermon topics,

2019 El Refugio events &

Sunday School

opportunities.

Pg.3: New small group study &

Women’s Retreat.

Pg. 4: National Night Out.

Pg. 5: Fall Bazaar.

Pg. 6: Chicken Tender Plate Sale.

Pg. 7: Plate sale planning & new

members and baptism

pictures.

Pg. 8&9: Summer Fest 2019

pictures.

Pg. 10: Bible trivia.

Pg. 11: Song for this month’s theme.

Pg. 12: “In our prayers” &

“Memorials and

Honorariums”.

Pg. 13: Lay Servant Ministry

offerings.

Pg. 14: Birthdays & anniversaries.

Pg. 15: “Holy Conversations”,

JUMC Core Values, &

Military Ministry update.

Pg. 16: Regular church activities.

August 2019

True Faith Does Not Contradict Its

Words By Its Conduct.

Anonymous

Pillars of Faith.

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great

cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and

the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with

perseverance the race marked out for us. Let us fix our eyes on

Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set

before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down

at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who

endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not

grow weary and lose heart” (Hebrews 12:1-3, NIV).

Can we, like so many before us, live by faith before we die (Hebrews 11:13)? It is a

daily challenge to live with uncertainty. We wonder what next week holds as well as

next year. We are concerned for loved ones and our beloved denomination. As we

age and mature we realize how little we control; whatever we face we have to choose

to “endure”, “persevere”, and “not lose heart”. The writer of Hebrews tells us that

“without faith it is impossible to please God” (11:6).

Because of Christ’s sacrifice and unfathomable love, we can trust God’s faithful and

sustaining presence in our lives. We are never promised an easy, carefree life without

difficulties and challenges. We are told throughout the scriptures that we are not to be

afraid, that we are never alone and best of all, God is with us! No one knows, (which I

think is a good thing), what the future holds. We do know that Christ desires us to

walk by faith, exercise our muscles of trust and lean on God’s guidance through the

Holy Spirit.

I cannot begin to count the vast number of men, women, youth and children who have

been pillars of faith to me over the years. My journey this side of heaven has been

made easier by witnessing those who have endured hardship and heartache yet still

maintaining their faith!

Whatever you are facing, I pray you will lean on the promises of scripture, stay close

to the heart of God, spend quality time in worship and daily devotion and align

yourself with the community of faith.

Blessings, love & gratitude,

Andi

Upcoming worship schedule Church Staff

Senior Pastor: Andi Woodhouse

Traditional

Worship Music Director &

Church Organist: Dr. Daniel Hester

Secretary /

Bookkeeper: Kim Gunter

Nursery Director: Melanie

Yarborough

Spiritual Coordinator for

Youth: Casey Kenner

Communication Ministries:

Deb Taylor Web Editor

Brad Butler Newsletter Editor

Kim Gunter Bulletin Editor

Custodian: Jackie Watson

Pastor on call

919-775-2616

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August 4: Communion. Luke 12:13-21. “Look Beyond Yourself.”

Summer Series 2: “Pillars of Faith.” What does it mean to have faith, to trust in things not seen?

August 11: Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16. “How Faith Acts.”

August 18: Hebrews 11:29-12:2; Luke 12:49-56. “The Eyes of Faith.”

August 25: Luke 13:10-17. “Faith in the Face of Opposition.”

Sunday School schedule – 9:45 a.m.

THE NURSERY is equipped to take care of children from newborn to 3 years old.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH CLASSES are available in the Sanctuary building for Nursery through

High School.

ADULT CLASSES:

Epworth – Tyson Class – Discussion using Cokesbury material. Located in the Sanctuary

Building Parlor.

Michael Watson Class – Discussion using teacher-chosen material. Located in the Sanctuary

Building.

Inquirers Class – The Baby Boomer Believers; asking, seeking, and pursuing God’s

Word. Located in the library in the Wesley Center.

Amey Womble Class – Hymn sing followed by teacher-led lesson using Cokesbury

material. Located in the Wesley Center.

Fellowship Class – Discussion using Cokesbury material. Located in the Wesley Center.

Seekers Class – Discussion using teacher-chosen material. Located in the Wesley Center.

El Refugio in 2019

Mark your calendar for fun, service, learning and cross-cultural community in the coming year!

English & Spanish Classes, Summer Session: July 8 - August 30

Community Summer Fest: July 22-26

English & Spanish Classes, Fall Session: September 16 - Nov 21

Festival Latino: October 5

JUMC 2019 Church Council

Joe Cavalluzzi Chairperson

Jennie Lanane Missions Coordinator

Russell Gardner Recording Secretary

Bill Huggins United Methodist Men

Marilee Ostman Staff-Parish Relations

Committee Chair

Dave Carmony & Carol Carmony, co-chairs

Trustees

Dave Taylor Finance Committee

Carol Scott Church Treasurer

John Shontz Lay Leader

Deb Taylor David Taylor (alternate)

Lay Member to Annual Conference

Sherry Williams Christian Education Team

Chairperson

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New small group study

Will be held Wednesday evenings after W.W. supper

beginning at the end of the summer.

The next small group offering on Wednesday evenings following supper is a study of

a book by Max Lucado titled “You’ll Get Through This: Hope and Help for Your Turbulent

Times.” This six week DVD study offers us refreshing reassurance. Max Lucado reminds us

that getting through trials is not a quick or painless process. Please stay tuned to the bulletin

for the starting date. Books can be obtained at the Carpenter’s Shop for $6.00

Questions? Please contact Andi Woodhouse at: arwoodhouse@nccumc.org.

Have you ever wanted to just hit the “Reset Button” on your spiritual life? Do

you need some quiet time for yourself? Are you ready for a bit of fun? Come join Jennie

Lanane and our friend Lori Warren, from Wake Forest United Methodist, for a weekend

retreat for a ”Soul Reset”. Based on the new book “Soul Reset” by Methodist minister,

Junius B. Dobson, we will explore the idea of resetting, renewing and refreshing our

souls.

The retreat will be the Friday evening, November 8 -Sunday morning, November 10 at

Fort Caswell on Oak Island. Cost will be $150.00 which includes double occupancy

rooms, meals and books. A deposit of $100.00 is due by Sunday September 1st. Space is

limited, so please contact Jennie Lanane at 919.353.2724 to make you reservation.

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JUMC and El Refugio will again host a National Night Out (NNO) event from

6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Jonesboro U. M. Church on Tuesday evening, August 6.

Activities include street chalk art, a bouncy house, bubble wands, jump ropes, and more.

Free hot dogs, hamburgers, popcorn, and ice cream will also be available. A drawing

for a bicycle helmet, Frisbee, and other small items will be held at 7:15 and you must be

present to win.

NNO is held on the first Tuesday in August every year and focuses on community. The

event emphasizes promoting police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, helping make the

neighborhood a safer place to live and raise families.

This year’s “Project 365” will have a special concentration on fire safety and prevention.

The Sanford Fire Department will share fire protection materials and raise awareness of

the importance of smoke detectors in every home. Smoke detectors and installation will

be offered to participants.

Come meet our JUMC neighbors and join the fun.

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6th Annual Chicken Tender Plate Sale September 5

You Are Needed!

JUMC’s major fundraiser is fast approaching! This is a vital source of support for your church’s missions and programs. Please contribute as much time as you can to the following needs.

TICKET SALES: This is GREAT food—encourage your friends, neighbors, co-workers, family, business contacts and

service providers to buy a ticket for a delicious, easy, well-priced meal! When they buy a ticket in advance, we will

definitely save food for them. (Walk-ins may need to be cut off early.) Tickets are available from Mary Salvo

(919-498-3126) and Vicki Cannady (919-904-6688)—they will have them at all services Sundays.

GROUP SALES: The sale is held on a Thursday specifically to get big orders from companies, small businesses,

schools, organizations, etc. Orders of 10 or more will be delivered free. There is a specific form for group orders; get it

from Mary, Vicki, Sandy Perry (919-770-0167) or at the church. If you have a contact somewhere but don’t want to “make

the sale,” let these ladies know and they will get it done.

CHICKEN PICK-UP WEDNESDAY MORNING: On Wednesday, September 4, Dave Wolters needs two “strong

backs” to help pick up the chicken, return it to church and load it into coolers. Call Dave (616-240-4995 mobile) to say

you can help. You’ll start from JUMC at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday.

FOOD PRE-PREP WEDNESDAY MORNING: On Wednesday, September 4, Becky Keith and Janice Wolters will

head the kitchen crew to dish up slaw, cut pound cakes and prepare the kitchen. Work begins at 9:00 a.m. and should be

finished by 12:00 noon; call Becky (815-637-4427) and Janice (919-270-1281) to let them know you will be there.

DESSERTS TO CHURCH BY WEDNESDAY MORNING: If you have volunteered to bake cookies, brownies or

pound cake, please bring them to the church Wednesday morning by 9:00 a.m.. If you have not let us know, but plan to

provide dessert, please let Sandy (919-770-0167) know so we will have enough to fulfill the orders. Remember: package

2 cookies or 1 brownie size 2 ½ inches by 3 inches in plastic bags; bring the pound cake unsliced as it will be sliced and

bagged at the church. No nuts or icing, please!

EQUIPMENT & TENT SET-UP WEDNESDAY 5:00 p.m.: Another opportunity to “get some steps” and flex those

muscles: help Eddie Campbell (919-770-6132) set up the outdoor cooking area on Wednesday afternoon.

YOUTH AFTER SCHOOL WEDNESDAY AND/OR THURSDAY: Youth, remember you’ve been asked to come

help with wherever is needed on Wednesday and/or Thursday after school.

COOKING SHIFTS – THURSDAY AFTERNOON: Become a chicken-cooking chef! Folks are needed to work the

chicken fryers Thursday afternoon beginning about 1:00 p.m. Contact Eddie Campbell (919-770-6132) to let him know

when you can help.

KITCHEN & SERVING SHIFTS – THURSDAY: It’s great fun to be part of the “assembly line” and/or meet face to

face with our customers! Let Becky Keith (815-637-4427) or Janice Wolters (919-270-1281) know what time(s) you can

be there on Thursday. Also please complete the sign-up sheet in advance. Later afternoon helpers will assist with clean up;

helpers are needed in the morning (starting about 8:30 a.m.) through mid-day.

DELIVERIES – THURSDAY: Mike Ingram is the coordinator here; contact him (919-353-1464) to see if more drivers

are needed.

PRAYERS – FULL TIME: This is an important event for JUMC in terms of fellowship, public relations, unity and

finances. Pray for its success—the goal is 2,000 plates sold, delivered and enjoyed!

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Welcoming new members and celebrating a baptism.

June 16, 2019

Andrew Pinchac Jr.

welcomed by Pastor Andi

after joining JUMC.

Please welcome him to the

JUMC family when you see

him.

The Baptism of Cameron Parker Judge,

son of Christina and Jason Sherman.

Please celebrate this special occasion with

Cameron and his family.

Christina Saunders Sherman

&

Elwood Jason Sherman

joined the church on the same

day Cameron was baptized.

Please welcome them.

The planning is well underway.

The members of the Chicken Tender Plate Sale Committee, (now that’s a mouthful), have been meeting to get ready

for the sixth annual sale, which is just around the corner. By now they are a well oiled machine and, despite the look on

Gene’s face in the picture on the right, work with joy and in harmony—and each member of the committee is a true gift to

JUMC.

Sandy Perry is in charge of this group, and through the efforts of the committee each year the sale becomes more and more

successful. Sandy would probably love to add committee members if anyone would like to join in planning for the 2020 sale.

Thanks to Patricia Pemberton for the pictures on this page.

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Community Summer Fest 2019.

Sponsored by El Refugio

A food truck welcomed participants as

they arrived to provide a quick dinner

before classes. Tacos anyone?

Information about the Partnership for Children

programs available to all families at no cost was

provided .

Healthy Cooking Workshop attendees learned how to prepare Greek food on Monday.

Papoutsakia was the main course. On Tuesday it was Italian cooking.

Does this look like fun or what?

Caroline Veloso Oliveira (pictured at right) instructed several ladies on the proper way to cook

Greek food. Now we know who to contact for some delicious and healthy Papoutsakia.

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From the outskirts of Paris (yes, really), to Sanford NC Fredrick Delevau presented a quick three night French language class. (It was worth being there just to hear the authentic French accent.) Parlez-vous français ?

Sue Ellen Harrington was available to talk about

financing college and other related issues in the

College Info Workshop.

At left the “Mad Scientist”

poses with some of her

students. At the right

students are amazed by the

interaction of dry ice with

soapy water. The weird

bubbles fascinated the

young minds.

There was something for everyone at the Summer Fest. Adults participated in workshops about self defense, healthy

cooking, photography, yoga, home safety, art, apron making, and much, much more.

For the kids a “Mad Chemist” both taught and amazed them with demonstrations. They also looked at “Life Under a

Microscope”, after which they could paint what they saw, could participate in STEM OLYMPICS, and that is just a partial list

of the activities offered especially for the kids..

Thanks to El Refugio for organizing this event. If you missed it look for information about Summer fest 2020 in future

issues of “Life Together”.

Thanks to the following people who volunteered their time to present the classes and informational sessions:

Erica Vasquez, Nitin Goyal, Gloribel Vanegas, Caroline Oliveira, David Brown, Ellmar Benitez, Roberto Flores,

Esteban Munoz, Janice Heller, Fredrick Delevau, Janice Wolters, Jerry Batchelor, Steve Malloy, Chet Mann,

and Marisol Flores.

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Bible trivia

Fat of the land—and other fat.

1. The first mention of fat in the Bible is connected with a murder victim. Who was he?

2. What Old Testament book (full of dietary regulations) forbids the eating of fat?

3. What pagan king is the first fat man mentioned in the Bible?

4. Which parable of Jesus mentions killing a fattened calf for a grand feast? (An easy one.)

5. Which Old Testament book says that a meal of vegetables eaten in harmony is better than a meal of fattened calf eaten in

strife?

6. According to the Law, what type of animal fat could be used for household purposes (but not for eating)?

7. What prophet predicted a time when the fat of Israel would waste away?

8. What famous king had a curious dream of seven fat cows being devoured by seven scrawny cows?

9. According to the book of Job, what sort of man has a fat neck and a bulging waistline?

10. In Ezekiel’s parable of God judging between the fat sheep and the lean sheep, who were the fat sheep?

11. What dabbler in the occult cooked a fattened calf and gave it to a distraught king?

12. What prophet condemned the rich of Israel for lying on ivory beds and dining on fattened calves?

13. What leader mocked the Israelites foolish enough to sacrifice to false gods?

14. In Samuel’s famous warning to King Saul, what is more pleasing to God than a sacrifice of fat?

15. What priest of Israel was chastised for allowing his greedy sons to grow fat on the people’s sacrificial animals?

16. According to Ezekiel, what guests would be invited to dine on the blood and fat of aristocrats?

17. What New Testament epistle warns rich people that they are fattening themselves for a day when they will be slaughtered?

18. Which parable of Jesus mentions the preparation of fattened cows and calves for a meal? (Not the same as #4.)

19. What type of meat, normally forbidden for diets, is condemned as unclean in the Old Testament?

1.Abl,e, murdered by his jealous brother Cain; Abel found favor with God by offering God the fat (that is, the choice part)

from his flocks of sheep. (Genesis 4) 2. Leviticus 3:17). This was not, by the way, based on a fear of fat in the diet, but rather

based n the concept that the fat, (the choice part), belonged to God. 3. Eglon, the king of Moab, who was stabbed to death by

the Israelite judge Ehud. (Judges 3) 4. The parable of the Prodigal Son; the happy father rejoicing at his son’s return, ordered

the calf killed.. (Luke 15) 5. Proverbs (15:17). 6. The fat found in a dead animal; the fat from a living animal (one

specifically slaughtered for food, had to be given up as a sacrifice. (Leviticus 7:24) 7. Isaiah (17:4). 8. The pharaoh of Egypt;

his dream (which symbolized seven good years followed by years of famine) was interpreted by Joseph. (Genesis 4:1)

9. The wicked man. (Job 15:27) 10. The leaders of Israel—specifically the priests and prophets who had not cared for the

people. (Ezekiel 34:20) 11. The witch (or spiritualist) of Endor; she had, at Saul’s command, summoned up the ghost of

Samuel. Samuel’s prophecy of doom for Saul distressed him, and the witch insisted that the king eat to regain his strength.

(1Samuel 28:20-25) 12. Amos. (6:4) 13. Moses. (Deuteronomy 32:38) 14. Obedience. (1Samuel 15:22) 15. Samuel’s

mother Eli, whose greedy sons were Hophni and Phinehas. (1Samuel 2:29) 16. The birds and wild animals. (Ezekiel 39:18);

Ezekiel was prophesying judgement on the cruel rulers of mankind. 17. James (5:5). 18.The parable of the wedding feast.

(Matthew 22) 19. Pork, of course. (Leviticus 11:7); but the law did not condemn pork as unclean for diet related reasons. The

Israelites were not plagued by an overabundance of fat or cholesterol.

Taken from The Whimsical Quizzical Bible Trivia Book written by J. Stephen Lang. Copyright 1994 by J. Stephen Lang

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At the end of broken dreams

My faith looks up to thee,

thou Lamb of Calvary,

Savior divine!

Now hear me while I pray,

take all my guilt away,

O let me from this day

be wholly thine!

May thy rich grace impart

strength to my fainting heart,

my zeal inspire!

As thou hast died for me,

O may my love to thee

pure, warm, and changeless be,

a living fire!

While life's dark maze I tread,

and griefs around me spread,

be thou my guide;

bid darkness turn to day,

wipe sorrow's tears away,

nor let me ever stray

from thee aside.

When ends life's transient dream,

when death's cold, sullen stream

shall o'er me roll;

blest Savior, then in love,

fear and distrust remove;

O bear me safe above,

a ransomed soul!

Story behind the hymn.

Ray Palmer was a rather

unhappy and lonely young man

teaching school in New York City

when he was inspired to write the

words for this song. He wrote the

words in a notebook that he kept

in his pocket and didn’t give the

matter much more thought.

Two years later while visiting

Boston, Palmer happened to run

into his friend, Lowell Mason, an accomplished

musician. Mason said that he was getting ready to publish a

hymnbook and asked if Palmer had anything he would like to

contribute. That caused Palmer to remember his poem, so

he pulled out his notebook and showed Mason what he had

written. Mason copied the words and set them to music.

Later, Mason said, “Palmer, you may live many years and

do many good things, but I think you will be best-known to

posterity as the author of ‘My Faith Looks Up to Thee'”—

and that is, indeed, how it turned

out.

When I read that story, it made me

reflect on the fact that the Spirit

sometimes touches our lives in

ways that we could not have

predicted. In those moments, our

lives become unusually blessed —

and convey unusual blessings to

others.

Ray Palmer

Lowell Mason

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In our prayers Montana Brown

Larry Cameron Holt Cannady

Carl Castleberry Alton Cockrell

Kevin Connor Sherry Cooper

James Cox Margaret Cox Michele Devich

Linda Dudley Mary Lee Dymickey

Randal Gattis Carlene Haggerty

Sharon Hamilton

The Family of Johnnie Harrington Debbie Harris

The Family of Annette J. Hayes Lisa Helbung

Maye Ann Lambert The Family of Kathleen Latta

Selet Lipscomb Ellie Miller Janie Miller

Gloria Molena Mason Neal

Jeff Neal Steve Neal

Silvestre Patrricio

Gwen Thomas Patterson Edvina Penn

Sandy Rathgen Wayne Reese

The Family of Linda Rushatz Marty Shaw

The Family of Linda Shook John Smith John Sugg

Mark Talley Sandra Taylor

Betty Williams

Military Personnel & Their Families:

Andy Cook, Pat Mohan, Trey Walden,

Jonathan Pemberton, Adrian York,

Andrew Rhodes, Adam Bowen,

Bob Lanane III, Colleen Pemberton

Brianna Gordon.

There are many things that are essential to arriving at true peace of

mind, and one of the most important is faith, which cannot be acquired

without prayer. John Wooden

Read more at: https://www.brainyquote.com/topics/prayer

Honorariums & Memorials

In honor of: Given by:

Keven Ramirez Reinette & Stan Stephenson

In memory of: Given by:

Johnny Harrington Larry & Patricia Benfield

Amy Womble SS Class

Joe & Peggy Thomas, Steve,

Barbara, David, and Tim.

James & Joan Harris

Ruthie Cantrell

Kathy & Glen Edwards

John Byrd

Lynwood & Cindy Jones

Jean Spivey

BJ & Peggy Williams

Please remember that your gift of gratitude lets another know how much you care for them and empowers our profession

of faith for the future. Donation forms are available in the office and from the JUMC website.

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September 28 – Lay Servant Ministry Offerings

Check-in begins at 8:00 am and class begins at 9:00 am at Apex UMC 100 S. Hughes Street, Apex, NC 27502

Basic Lay Servant Ministry Course

will be led by Rev. Mamie Alley

Adv: Leading in Prayer will be led by Mr. Ed Garrett

Adv: Devotional Life in the Wesleyan Tradition

will be led by Rev. Ray Gooch

Adv: Lay Servants Lead in Conflict Resolution will be led by Rev. Molly Shivers

Register here no later than September 15, 2019: https://fairwaydistrictnc.org/september-lay-servant-ministry-courses/

Once you are registered, you will receive an email with the required text to

purchase and read PRIOR to class.

For questions regarding registration, you are asked to contact the District Office (919-779-9435 or district@nccumc.org)

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All scripture references, unless otherwise noted, come from the Zondervan NIV

Study Bible, 2002 edition, Kenneth L. Barker General Editor. Translation by: The

Committee on Bible Translation, International Bible Society, 1820 Jet Stream

Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado.

All pictures and clip art is obtained on line from:

Google Images—https://www.google.com/imghp.

Celebrate with your JUMC family.

Please contact Brad Butler at

stogafan2002@gmail.com or 919-498-5068 if we

missed your birthday or anniversary or if you are

aware of any church member or member of the

JUMC family who was missed.

We want to be able to celebrate special days with

all of our church family, and missing those special

days for anyone is a mistake we don’t want to

make.

August birthdays August anniversaries

Aug 2 James Douglas

Aug 3 Arlene Williams

Aug 3 Meleesa York

Aug 3 Rebecca Williams Ledford

Aug 3 Max Kaisinger

Aug 4 Martha Clark

Aug 5 Evelyn Watson

Aug 6 Clyde Dalrymple

Aug 6 Sarah Mann Craig

Aug 6 Jonathan Pemberton

Aug 10 James B. Mize

Aug 11 Amanda Cockrell

Aug 12 Scott Stone

Aug 13 Rachel Butner

Aug 13 Maggie Fleming

Aug 15 Seth Cox

Aug 15 Asuncion Meseros

Aug 16 Cynthia Cox

Aug 16 Juli Odell

Aug 17 Jacqueline Jones

Aug 22 Matthew Gardner

Aug 23 Eric Benitez

Aug 24 Andi Woodhouse

Aug 24 Donna Atkins

Aug 25 Madeline Campbell

Aug 25 Tina Harrington

Aug 26 Dave Wolters

Aug 26 Meloney Wheeler

Aug 27 Jackson Schafer

Aug 27 Samantha Shepard

Aug 28 Jeb Beane

Aug 28 Lauren Rhodes

Aug 2 Brit & Kelly Young

Aug 8 1992 Gene & Stacey Hathaway

Aug 8 Dave & Carol Carmony

Aug 15 1992 Michael & Karen Rhodes

Aug 26 1961 Larry & Grace Aiken

Aug 27 Kris & Marsha Kenner

Aug 31 1996 Van Groce Sr & Sandy Perry

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Holy conversations

As people of faith how do we respond to current issues like sexuality, gun control, racism and the confederate flag?

What is the role of scripture and Jesus’ teachings as we grapple with politically charged topics that are in the daily news?

Every Sunday and throughout the week we claim to be Easter people. We believe in a risen Savior who continues to lead,

guide and direct us in all things through the Holy Spirit. I would like to thank everyone who participated in the immigration

discussion. Our gatherings were rich with fellowship and vulnerable with open sharing.

I am also grateful for Evelyn Watson for serving as Coordinator for our meals prior to discussion. Please stay tuned to the

bulletin as we will discuss sexuality later this summer.

Please stay tuned to the bulletin and church wide email announcements for upcoming Holy Conversations.

There were folks who were on vacation so Immigration will be discussed at upcoming meetings at the parsonage.

Gratefully,

Andi

Jonesboro core values.

Jonesboro United Methodist Church has been a vital part of our community for 140 years. Our

mission is to "Know Christ and Make Christ Known", through actions that reflect our core values

by being:

Welcoming to everyone, including those just beginning their spiritual journey.

Prayer-filled as our Lord and Savior Jesus taught us to be.

Generous with our time, talents and resources in service to God and our neighbors.

As we work to offer Christ to others, our hearts are filled with love and gratitude. Our minds are

focused on serving with excellence. Our doors are open to all in hospitality. Come find a place

and a purpose in our church family!

Military ministry 2019

OUR COUPONS GOAL:

$550,000

OUR CELL PHONE GOAL:

50

Collected to date Percent of goal Percent of year gone

55.1%

55,1%

$290,738.71

11

52.9%

22.0%

The above totals are as of July 20.

407 West Main Street Sanford, NC 27332

Phone: 919-775-7023 Fax: 919-775-3605 E-mail: JonesboroUMC1@gmail.com

Nonprofit Org.

U. S. Postage Paid

Permit No. 101

Sanford NC

Regular JUMC activities

Worship Services

Sunday Morning

Contemporary Worship in the

WC

8:30 a.m.

Sunday School

9:45 a.m.

Traditional Worship

in the Sanctuary

11:00 a.m.

Newsletter Deadline:

18th of each month.

Next deadline is Aug. 18

for the Sept. 2019 issue.

Sunday Holy Communion—1st Sundays. Food & Good Samaritan Fund —1st Sundays Second Mile Sundays—4th Sundays ($20.19) 8:30 a.m.—Contemporary Worship in the Wesley Center. 9:30 a.m.—Social gathering in the Wesley Center. 9:45 a.m.—Sunday School. 11:00 a.m.—Worship in the Sanctuary. 6:00 p.m.—Bible Study, WC (Periodically).

Monday 12:00 Noon—Bulletin submission deadline. 7:00 p.m.—Praise band rehearsal - Wesley Center. 6:00 p.m.—ESL classes in both buildings.

Tuesday 6:00p.m.—ESL & SSL classes in both buildings. 8:00 p.m.—AA, Basement Education Bldg.

Wednesday 9:30 a.m. Community Bible Study @ Mrs. Wenger’s Restaurant. 5:30 p.m.—JUMC Family Wonderful Wednesday Meal & studies. 6:30 p.pm—Handbell Choir (Sept.—May). 6:30 p.m.—Small Groups and studies. 7:30 p.m.—JUMChoir, Music Room.

Thursday 1:00 p.m.— Knitting Group, Library. 6:00 p.m.—ESL & SSL classes in both buildings 8:00 p.m.—AA, Basement Education Building. 8:00 p.m.—Alanon, Education Building.