vol. 51 columbus, georgia august 5, 2012 no. 31
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Vol. 51 Columbus, Georgia August 5, 201
PRAY FOR OUR NATION AND OUR LEADERS
In his work, The Imitation of Christ, Thomas á “Knowledge is of little value without respect for God. The most or serves God is better than a proud philosopher who neglects studying the stars…If you think you know a lot about something; r there are many more things you do not know. If you want t worthwhile, attempt to learn how to be a nobody. The most prof lesson of all is to truly know yourself and to have a humble opinion o
St. Thomas was a humble man who spent the major religious contemplation. He wrote often on his reflec Though a quite man, he wasn’t afraid to do the hard w authenticity. He knew it came from hours spent in personal reflection. For most, learning to look inward to k an acquired taste for what is seen is hard to digest. It tak disciplined and courageous person to make the journey in one’s true-self. However, the payoff is humility. To sta humility is the product of reflection.
The Sacrament of Communion provides a holy expe the inward journey. It forces the participant to confess on one has faced and acknowledged shortcomings. It forces t express dependence upon God for salvation, re transformation. It forces the participant to realize God’s g need for divine grace for living. In a word, Holy Comm humility.
An older Communion Liturgy states it best: We do not to this thy table, O merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteo manifold and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as crumbs under thy table. But thou art the same Lord, whose p to have mercy. Grant us, therefore, gracious Lord, so to Sacrament of thy Son Jesus Christ, that we may walk in new grow into his likeness, and may evermore dwell in him and he
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PRAY FOR OUR NATION AND OUR LEADERS
In his work, The Imitation of Christ, Thomas á Kempis wrote, “Knowledge is of little value without respect for God. The most ordinary person who serves God is better than a proud philosopher who neglects [him/herself] while studying the stars…If you think you know a lot about something; remind yourself that there are many more things you do not know. If you want to learn something worthwhile, attempt to learn how to be a nobody. The most profound and valuable lesson of all is to truly know yourself and to have a humble opinion of yourself.”
St. Thomas was a humble man who spent the majority of his life in religious contemplation. He wrote often on his reflections of Christ. Though a quite man, he wasn’t afraid to do the hard work to produce authenticity. He knew it came from hours spent in theological and personal reflection. For most, learning to look inward to know one’s self is an acquired taste for what is seen is hard to digest. It takes a very skilled disciplined and courageous person to make the journey into the depths of one’s true-self. However, the payoff is humility. To state it differently, humility is the product of reflection.
The Sacrament of Communion provides a holy experience that aids the inward journey. It forces the participant to confess one’s sins meaning one has faced and acknowledged shortcomings. It forces the participant to express dependence upon God for salvation, redemption, and transformation. It forces the participant to realize God’s goodness and the need for divine grace for living. In a word, Holy Communion generates humility.
An older Communion Liturgy states it best: We do not presume to come to this thy table, O merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in thy manifold and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under thy table. But thou art the same Lord, whose property is always to have mercy. Grant us, therefore, gracious Lord, so to partake of this Sacrament of thy Son Jesus Christ, that we may walk in newness of life, may grow into his likeness, and may evermore dwell in him and he in us. Amen.
SAINT PAUL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Broadcast at Eleven O’clock – The Truth 88.5 FM, WBOJ
Morning Worship Services – 8:45 a.m., 9:00 a.m., & 10:55 a.m.
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost – White
August 5, 2012
Holy Communion Sunday
The Call to Worship
The Parish Concerns & Announcements
The Flame Comes to the Altar
The Preludes:
(10:55) “Eucharistic Hymn” by N. Smith
*The Hymn of Celebration: “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty” No. 64
*The Minister: “Let Us Unite in the Historic Confession of the Christian Church”
I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
*The Gloria Patri
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen.
The Call to Prayer
Take this moment to prepare to speak to the One who is more focused upon our hearts than upon our words. One who is more committed to us and our soul’s well being than we are to our body’s comforts and pleasures. One who has shown us by the passion of our Lord Jesus Christ the seriousness with which He makes our appointment. The only One who loves us just because His love is greater than our sin. Free yourself in these moments from your fear-filled secrets by prayerfully confessing them in the presence of our Heavenly Father.
The Pastoral Prayer Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
The Minister: “Let Us Worship God with His Tithes and Our Offerings”
The Offertory Prayer
The Offertory Anthems:
*The Doxology
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below:
praise Him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*The Scripture Lessons:
(9:00) John 6:26-27
Minister: The Word of God for the People of God.
Congregational Response: Thanks be to God.
*The Passing of the Peace
Minister: The Peace of Christ be with you.
Congregation: And also with you.
The Registration of Attendance
*The Welcome to St. Paul and Recognition of our Guests
(Please take this time to greet those around you)
(8:45) The Word in Song: “Bread of Life” by Cy Dietrich
(10:55) The Children’s Moment Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green
(Following their moment, children K-4 through 2nd grade go to Children’s Church)
The Sermons:
(8:45 & 10:55) “Communion: It’s a Good Thing” Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green
(9:00) “Identity Theft: Revelation” Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The Service of Holy Communion No. 12
(Remember the less fortunate through our Altar Fund. Be generous in your communion offering)
*The Call to Christian Discipleship
If you made a decision today or if you would like to unite with St. Paul,
come forward on the last verse of our hymn of consecration.
*The Hymn of Consecration: “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” No. 384
*The Flame Goes Before Us into the World
*The Benediction and Amen
(10:55) “Chaconne” by L. Daquin
*The Church Returns to His World to Serve Him
*Those who are able please stand.
Organists: Mrs. Sue Dietrich and Mr. Wayne Martz
Soloist: Cy Dietrich
All music used by permission. One license (#A-714141) CCLI # 2035792
THE ROSEBUD IN THE CHANCEL AREA OF THE SANCTUARY TODAY is in honor Railee Anna Rovig, born July 23, 2012, to Josh & JoDee Rovig. Proud grandparents are Mike & Nan Konze, and great-grandmother, Nancy Weekley.
THE FAMILY OF CHRIST AT ST. PAUL extends our Christian love and sympathy to:
* Grace Bailey and family in the death of her mother, Leila Miller McClinton of Grand Bay, Alabama, July 26, 2012.
* Dr. Ben Cheek and family in the death of his mother, Cathryn Julia Jarrell Cheek of Columbus, Georgia, July 30, 2012.
Please let us know:
If you or someone you know is in the hospital, has a baby, has a death in the family, etc., please notify the Church Office (706.327.7419) so that we can minister to you and your loved ones effectively. In the event of an emergency, please call 706-577-8593.
If you are interested in joining St. Paul UMC, please contact Rev. John Fugh, Jr. by calling the church office at (706)327-7419 extension 205 or by email at [email protected]
ST. PAUL UMC PRAYER LINE
706-327-1547
9:45 a.m. sunday school for all ages!
10:00 a.m. College/Young Career Class
10:00 a.m. E3am (CWC)
monday, august 6:
(Wilson Library)
(Cornerstone Classroom)
tuesday, august 7:
(Contact Shelley Hill for info)
5:45 p.m. family night supper (F/H)
7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal
7:00 p.m. Administrative Board Meeting
(Miller-Wilson Classroom)
(Fellowship Hall)
(Miller-Wilson Classroom)
*(CWC – Contemporary Worship Center)
The Master Church Calendar
Before scheduling a meeting or event at St. Paul UMC, contact Kathy in the Church Office at 706.327.7419 extension 201 or
2012 Stewardship Report
“To do the best of things in the worst of times.”
Sunday School 213
Encounter God, Engage Love, & Embrace Compassion
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Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. in the Contemporary Worship Center. Don’t forget to bring your Bible!!! For more details, email me at: [email protected] .
Your brother in Christ - Stephen
Serving this week:
(8:45) Bruce Roberts and Jackie Copelan
(10:55) Morgan Waldrep (lead usher), Jack Jenkins, John Nix, B. R. Johnson
communion stewards:
altar guild:
flower rearranging & delivery:
acolytes:
Helper: Stacey Boyd
(4 & 5 yr. olds) & (1st & 2nd grades)
Teacher: Courtney Ellis
Kay Gudger (Sanctuary)
Beth Young (SS. Door)
meals on wheels volunteers:
route I- Sue Taylor, Teri Parker, Beth Kelley, Leigh Avant, Martha Cargill, Ben & Cindy Miller
route II- Ann Norris, Minnie Bradley, Suzanne Mullin, Bitsy Windsor, Mary Greenhaw, Jean Lorentz, Louise O’Kelley
Altar Fund in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Hardy & Mary Sue Polleys, Buddy & Betty Roberts, Dr. and Mrs. Sidney H. Yarbrough, III; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Hardy & Mary Sue Polleys.
Altar Guild in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Dr. and Mrs. John Watson.
Building Fund in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Frank Lumpkin, III, Jacquelyn Miller, Larry & Ginger Harper, Dee Rainey; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Jacquelyn Miller, Larry & Ginger Harper; Leila Miller McClinton by Jacquelyn Miller.
Children’s Ministry in memory of LEILA MILLER McCLINTON by Larry & Ginger Harper.
Ukraine Mission Fund in memory of LEILA MILLER McCLINTON, G. THACKER CARGILL, THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Barbara Farish; GARY C. LEVI by Susan Wiley and girls.
Wynnton Neighborhood Network in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Alice G. Douglas, Sonny & Lisa White; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN, AARON COHN by Sonny & Lisa White
ST. PAUL UMC PRESCHOOL NOTES:
Fall Open House, August 8:
(9 am – 11 am)
Fall Session begins August 13!
We still have spots available. For more info, contact Shelley Hill, Preschool Director, at 706.327.7452 or email:
Mark Your Calendars…
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* The Finance Committee will meet on Monday, August 13, in the Cornerstone classroom at 5:30 p.m.
A Blood Drive will be held at the Church on Sunday, August 12, in the Fellowship Hall, from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. This will give you the opportunity to donate before or after Sunday School or your preferred worship service. For more details or to sign up, please contact Kathy in the Church Office (706-327-7419) or email Ken Chung at [email protected] .
Wynnton Neighborhood Network in honor of LAURA HAYGOOD on the occasion of her 40th birthday by Alice G. Douglas.
ALL WHO MADE SUMMER CAMP 2012 POSSIBLE!
Leigh Avant
Tonya Badcock
Grace Bailey
Carey Blankenship
Donna Blankenship
Mitch Blankenship
Lucy Bone
Phoebe Bone
Joy Brannon
Andrew Bray
Parker Bray
Nick Brinkman
Stephen Brinkman
Luke Butterfield
Marty Chung
Eric Crabb
Paul Eason
Edie Evans
John Flowers
Sarah Flowers
John Fugh
Lisa Fugh
Evan Gill
Dudley Graham
Mark Graham
Brooke Green
Sadie Helton
Cynthia Hill
Jacob Holmes
Cara Ingley
WE COULD NOT HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU!
*The first Chancel Choir rehearsal will be Wednesday, August 8. There will be no rehearsal August 15; rehearsals resume August 22. Rehearsal time is 7- 8:30 pm.
*Handbells resume Wednesday, September 5, from 6:30 to 7:15 pm., and Chancel Choir will then change rehearsal time to 7:15 – 8:45 pm.
*The Cherub and Carol Choirs will resume on August 22: Cherub Choir from 5 - 5:25 pm. & Carol Choir from 5:25 – 5:55 pm.
*The Covenant Choir will resume August 26, 6:15 – 7:00 pm.
Questions…email [email protected]
August 19, 2012
Celebration Sunday!!!
Join us on Sunday, August 19, as we celebrate a new year in Christian Education. All children will be promoted to the next grade level during the 10:55 a.m. worship. Also during this service, the third graders will be presented with Bibles. Immediately following the worship service, join us in the Fellowship Hall for the Promotion/ Celebration Sunday Luncheon. Please bring your favorite side dish--salad, casserole or dessert (enough to serve at least 8) to go with Minnie’s fabulous fried chicken.
Parents of third graders, if you do not get an information letter regarding this event in the mail by August 6, please contact Grace Bailey at 706.327.7419 or email: [email protected]
Wednesday, August 8
Program –Dr. John Watson
Please call the Church Office (706.327.7419) to make or break supper reservations no later than noon Tuesday or email:
Kids’ Corner: Same as Adult Menu, Jell-O, cookies & milk
Please: No bills larger than a $20
Meal Reservations– August 8, 2012
DINE-IN FAMILY MAX - $20
Under 3 yrs. no charge _____
Name:_____________________________
United METHODIST WOMEN NEWS
The Glad Sallys Circle
Our next meeting will take place on August 20, at 6 p.m. at the Wynnton Road Burger King.
Do you want to serve the Lord as a family? The Missions Committee is in the planning stages of coordinating a Family Mission Trip for 2013. Possible travel dates are Spring Break week (March 30 – April 6, 2013), as well as dates next summer. We are looking at ministry possibilities both in the U.S., as well as international ministry – including Ukraine. To learn more, please plan on attending a “vision” meeting on Sunday, September 9, at 4:30 p.m. in the Cornerstone Classroom, to discuss ministry possibilities and costs. For more info, please e-mail or call Tammy Reynolds:
and St. Paul invites you to experience it!
*Just 9 weeks of classes
* Only 1 1/2 hours per class
* $95 per membership kit
(one per couple or single) Wednesday night classes will begin August 22, at 6 pm.
Thursday morning classes will begin August 23, at 9am at Locos.
Childcare provided on Wednesdays
Deadline to enroll is August 6. All Adult Sunday School classes and friends are invited to attend. For more information, contact the Church Office (706.327.7419)
“St Paul Cub Scout Roundup"
Sunday, August 26, 3 p.m. in the downstairs Activity Room. Parents and young men (ages1st thru 5th grades) are needed for the 2012-2013 program year. Questions, contact Mark Graham at [email protected] , 706.565.9966.
The Reverend Dr. P. Shane Green
The Reverend John Fugh, Jr.
The Reverend Stephen Brinkman
IN MEMORIAM
Morning Worship Services – 8:45 a.m., 9:00 a.m., & 10:55 a.m.
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost – White August 5, 2012
Holy Communion Sunday
The Church Gathers for Worship The Call to Worship The Parish Concerns & Announcements The Chiming of the Hour The Flame Comes to the Altar
The Preludes: (8:45) “A Gentle Aria” ........................................................................... by Christopher Tambling (10:55) “Eucharistic Hymn”........................................................................................by N. Smith
*The Hymn of Celebration: “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty”........................................No. 64
*The Minister: “Let Us Unite in the Historic Confession of the Christian Church” I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
*The Gloria Patri Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen.
The Call to Prayer Take this moment to prepare to speak to the One who is more focused upon our hearts than upon our words. One who is more committed to us and our soul’s well being than we are to our body’s comforts and pleasures. One who has shown us by the passion of our Lord Jesus Christ the seriousness with which He makes our appointment. The only One who loves us just because His love is greater than our sin. Free yourself in these moments from your fear-filled secrets by prayerfully confessing them in the presence of our Heavenly Father.
The Pastoral Prayer..........................................................................................Rev. John Fugh, Jr. The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
The Minister: “Let Us Worship God with His Tithes and Our Offerings” The Offertory Prayer The Offertory Anthems:
(8:45) “More Love to Thee”.................................................................................. by Jack Goode (10:55) “This Do in Remembrance” ......................................................................by J. Hunnicutt
*The Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below: praise Him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*The Scripture Lessons: (8:45 & 10:55) Mark 14:22-25 .................................................................... Pew Bible, page 827
(9:00) John 6:26-27 Minister: The Word of God for the People of God. Congregational Response: Thanks be to God. *The Passing of the Peace Minister: The Peace of Christ be with you. Congregation: And also with you.
The Registration of Attendance *The Welcome to St. Paul and Recognition of our Guests
(Please take this time to greet those around you)
(8:45) The Word in Song: “Bread of Life” ..................................................................by Cy Dietrich (10:55) The Children’s Moment............................................................... Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green
(Following their moment, children K-4 through 2nd grade go to Children’s Church)
The Sermons: (8:45 & 10:55) “Communion: It’s a Good Thing” ................................. Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green (9:00) “Identity Theft: Revelation” ....................................................Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The Service of Holy Communion...........................................................................................No. 12 (Remember the less fortunate through our Altar Fund. Be generous in your communion offering)
*The Call to Christian Discipleship If you made a decision today or if you would like to unite with St. Paul,
come forward on the last verse of our hymn of consecration.
*The Hymn of Consecration: “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” .........................................No. 384 *The Flame Goes Before Us into the World
*The Benediction and Amen
*Those who are able please stand.
Organists: Mrs. Sue Dietrich and Mr. Wayne Martz
Soloist: Cy Dietrich
All music used by permission. One license (#A-714141) CCLI # 2035792
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July 28, 2012
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ST. PAUL UMC PRAYER LINE 706-327-1547
HOLY COMMUNION SUNDAY, AUGUST 5: 8:45 a.m. Early Worship (Sanctuary) 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship (CWC) 9:45 A.M. SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES! 10:00 a.m. College/Young Career Class 10:00 a.m. E3am (CWC) 10:55 a.m. Traditional Worship (Sanctuary)
MONDAY, AUGUST 6: 11:00 a.m. St. Paul Staff Meeting (Wilson Library) 5:30 p.m. Worship Committee Meeting (Cornerstone Classroom) 9:00 p.m. Online Bible Study
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7: MMO Open House Set-up (Teaching Staff)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8: 9:00 a.m. MMO Preschool Open House (Contact Shelley Hill for info) 5:45 P.M. FAMILY NIGHT SUPPER (F/H) 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal 7:00 p.m. Administrative Board Meeting (Miller-Wilson Classroom)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9: 6:30 p.m. Sunday School Teachers’ Meeting (Fellowship Hall)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study (Miller-Wilson Classroom) *(CWC – Contemporary Worship Center)
THE MASTER CHURCH CALENDAR Before scheduling a meeting or event at St.
Paul UMC, contact Kathy in the Church Office at 706.327.7419 extension 201 or [email protected].
This will ensure that your event does not conflict with other events already on the
Master Calendar.
2012 Stewardship Report
“To do the best of things in the worst of times.”
Sunday School................................... 213 A.M. Worship Services ...................... 377 Budget Needs to Date ................ $929,256 Budget Receipts Last Week .......... $11,435 Budget Receipts to Date ............. $925,177
Encounter God, Engage Love, & Embrace Compassion * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. in the Contemporary Worship Center. Don’t forget to bring your Bible!!! For more details, email me
at: [email protected]. Your brother in Christ - Stephen
Serving this week: USHERS: (8:45) Bruce Roberts and Jackie Copelan (10:55) Morgan Waldrep (lead usher), Jack
Jenkins, John Nix, B. R. Johnson
COMMUNION STEWARDS: Mary Varner and Caroline Fields
ALTAR GUILD: Janie Greene and Sarah Hughston
FLOWER REARRANGING & DELIVERY: Faith Curran and Dell Branch
ACOLYTES: (8:45) Chad Nix and Jonathan Parker (10:55) Heidt Norman and Gordy Pease Helper: Stacey Boyd
COMBINED CHILDREN’S CHURCH (ACTIVITY ROOM): (4 & 5 YR. OLDS) & (1ST & 2ND GRADES) Teacher: Courtney Ellis Volunteers: Jay & Katie Parker
NURSERY VOLUNTEERS: John & Melissa Martin
REGISTRATION COLLECTORS: Scott & Hope Phillips
GREETERS: (8:45) Shirley Fatum (Illges Chapel) Kay Gudger (Sanctuary) (9:00) The Henderson family (CWC) (10:55) Ken & Vicki Toole (Sanctuary) Larry & Ginger Harper (Illges Chapel) Beth Young (SS. Door)
PRAYER GUILD: Joanne Hudson, Faith Curran, Mary Pat King, Shirley Fatum
MEALS ON WHEELS VOLUNTEERS: ROUTE I- Sue Taylor, Teri Parker, Beth Kelley, Leigh Avant, Martha Cargill, Ben & Cindy Miller ROUTE II- Ann Norris, Minnie Bradley, Suzanne Mullin, Bitsy Windsor, Mary Greenhaw, Jean Lorentz, Louise O’Kelley
Altar Fund in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Hardy & Mary Sue Polleys, Buddy & Betty Roberts, Dr. and Mrs. Sidney H. Yarbrough, III; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Hardy & Mary Sue Polleys.
Altar Guild in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Dr. and Mrs. John Watson.
Building Fund in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Frank Lumpkin, III, Jacquelyn Miller, Larry & Ginger Harper, Dee Rainey; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Jacquelyn Miller, Larry & Ginger Harper; LEILA MILLER McCLINTON by Jacquelyn Miller.
Children’s Ministry in memory of LEILA MILLER McCLINTON by Larry & Ginger Harper.
Ukraine Mission Fund in memory of LEILA MILLER McCLINTON, G. THACKER CARGILL, THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Barbara Farish; GARY C. LEVI by Susan Wiley and girls.
Wynnton Neighborhood Network in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Alice G. Douglas, Sonny & Lisa White; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN, AARON COHN by Sonny & Lisa White
ST. PAUL UMC PRESCHOOL NOTES:
Fall Open House, August 8: (9 am – 11 am)
Fall Session begins August 13!
We still have spots available. For more info, contact Shelley Hill, Preschool Director, at
706.327.7452 or email: [email protected]
Mark Your Calendars…
* The Worship Committee will meet on Monday, August 6, in the Cornerstone
Classroom at 6 p.m. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
* The Administrative Board will meet on Wednesday, August 8, in the Miller-Wilson
classroom at 7 p.m. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
* The Finance Committee will meet on Monday, August 13, in the Cornerstone
classroom at 5:30 p.m.
A Blood Drive will be held at the Church on Sunday, August 12, in the Fellowship Hall, from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. This will give you the opportunity to donate before or after Sunday School or your preferred worship service. For more details or to sign up, please contact Kathy in the Church Office (706-327-7419) or email Ken Chung at [email protected].
Wynnton Neighborhood Network in honor of LAURA HAYGOOD on the occasion of her 40th birthday by Alice G. Douglas.
ALL WHO MADE SUMMER CAMP 2012 POSSIBLE!
Leigh Avant Tonya Badcock Grace Bailey Carey Blankenship
Donna Blankenship Mitch Blankenship Lucy Bone Phoebe Bone
Joy Brannon Andrew Bray Parker Bray Nick Brinkman
Stephen Brinkman Luke Butterfield Marty Chung Eric Crabb Paul Eason Edie Evans
John Flowers Sarah Flowers John Fugh Lisa Fugh Evan Gill Dudley Graham
Mark Graham Brooke Green Sadie Helton Cynthia Hill Jacob Holmes Cara Ingley
Jon Ross Ingley Ken Jones Ryan Jones Jack Key Sally Key Rachel Leroy
Anna Logan John Logan Steve Lorentz Paul Magoni Luke Martz Logan Ogletree
Tammy Reynolds Tasha Rumer Beth Sayers Elizabeth Sayers Tammy Serf Caroline Smith
Josh Stephens Savanna Sturkie Alice Varner Parents of campers!!!
WE COULD NOT HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU!
*The first Chancel Choir rehearsal will be Wednesday, August 8. There will be no rehearsal
August 15; rehearsals resume August 22. Rehearsal time is 7- 8:30 pm.
*Handbells resume Wednesday, September 5, from 6:30 to 7:15 pm., and Chancel Choir will then change rehearsal time to 7:15 – 8:45 pm.
*The Cherub and Carol Choirs will resume on August 22: Cherub Choir from 5 - 5:25 pm. &
Carol Choir from 5:25 – 5:55 pm.
*The Covenant Choir will resume August 26, 6:15 – 7:00 pm.
Questions…email [email protected]
Mark your calendars now for Celebration Sunday!!!
Join us on Sunday, August 19, as we celebrate a new year in Christian Education. All children will be promoted to the next grade level during the 10:55 a.m. worship. Also during this service, the third graders will be presented with Bibles. Immediately following the worship service, join us in the Fellowship Hall for the Promotion/ Celebration Sunday Luncheon. Please bring your favorite side dish--salad, casserole or dessert (enough to serve at least 8) to go with Minnie’s fabulous fried chicken. Parents of third graders, if you do not get an information letter regarding this event in the mail by August 6, please contact Grace Bailey at 706.327.7419 or email:[email protected]
Wednesday, August 8 Soup @ 5:30 p.m. Dinner @ 5:45 p.m.
Program –Dr. John Watson
Please call the Church Office (706.327.7419) to make or break supper reservations no later than noon Tuesday or email:
[email protected]
ADULT BUFFET: Mixed garden salad, fried & baked chicken, macaroni & cheese, country style green beans & potatoes, fried okra, assorted desserts, tea, and coffee KIDS’ CORNER: Same as Adult Menu, Jell-O, cookies & milk
Please: No bills larger than a $20
Meal Reservations– August 8, 2012 DINE-IN FAMILY MAX - $20
Adult Child 4TH Grade-Adult - $6.00 _____ 3 yrs. thru 3RD grade - $3.50 _____ Under 3 yrs. no charge _____ Name:_____________________________
United METHODIST WOMEN NEWS
The Glad Sallys Circle Our next meeting will take place on August 20, at 6 p.m. at the Wynnton Road Burger King.
Do you want to serve the Lord as a family? The Missions Committee is in the planning stages of coordinating a Family Mission Trip for 2013. Possible travel dates are Spring Break week (March 30 – April 6, 2013), as well as dates next summer. We are looking at ministry possibilities both in the U.S., as well as international ministry – including Ukraine. To learn more, please plan on attending a “vision” meeting on Sunday, September 9, at 4:30 p.m. in the Cornerstone Classroom, to discuss ministry possibilities and costs. For more info, please e-mail or call Tammy Reynolds:
[email protected] or 706-575-1677.
and St. Paul invites you to experience it!
*Just 9 weeks of classes * Only 1 1/2 hours per class * $95 per membership kit (one per couple or single)
Wednesday night classes will begin August 22, at 6 pm.
Thursday morning classes will begin August 23, at 9am at Locos.
Childcare provided on Wednesdays
Deadline to enroll is August 6. All Adult Sunday School classes and friends are invited to attend.
For more information, contact the Church Office (706.327.7419)
“St Paul Cub Scout Roundup" Sunday, August 26, 3 p.m. in the downstairs
Activity Room. Parents and young men (ages1st thru 5th grades) are needed for the 2012-2013
program year. Questions, contact Mark Graham at [email protected], 706.565.9966.
Vol. 51 Columbus, Georgia August 5, 201
PRAY FOR OUR NATION AND OUR LEADERS
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PRAY FOR OUR NATION AND OUR LEADERS
In his work, The Imitation of Christ, Thomas á Kempis wrote, “Knowledge is of little value without respect for God. The most ordinary person who serves God is better than a proud philosopher who neglects [him/herself] while studying the stars…If you think you know a lot about something; remind yourself that there are many more things you do not know. If you want to learn something worthwhile, attempt to learn how to be a nobody. The most profound and valuable lesson of all is to truly know yourself and to have a humble opinion of yourself.”
St. Thomas was a humble man who spent the majority of his life in religious contemplation. He wrote often on his reflections of Christ. Though a quite man, he wasn’t afraid to do the hard work to produce authenticity. He knew it came from hours spent in theological and personal reflection. For most, learning to look inward to know one’s self is an acquired taste for what is seen is hard to digest. It takes a very skilled disciplined and courageous person to make the journey into the depths of one’s true-self. However, the payoff is humility. To state it differently, humility is the product of reflection.
The Sacrament of Communion provides a holy experience that aids the inward journey. It forces the participant to confess one’s sins meaning one has faced and acknowledged shortcomings. It forces the participant to express dependence upon God for salvation, redemption, and transformation. It forces the participant to realize God’s goodness and the need for divine grace for living. In a word, Holy Communion generates humility.
An older Communion Liturgy states it best: We do not presume to come to this thy table, O merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in thy manifold and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under thy table. But thou art the same Lord, whose property is always to have mercy. Grant us, therefore, gracious Lord, so to partake of this Sacrament of thy Son Jesus Christ, that we may walk in newness of life, may grow into his likeness, and may evermore dwell in him and he in us. Amen.
SAINT PAUL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Broadcast at Eleven O’clock – The Truth 88.5 FM, WBOJ
Morning Worship Services – 8:45 a.m., 9:00 a.m., & 10:55 a.m.
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost – White
August 5, 2012
Holy Communion Sunday
The Call to Worship
The Parish Concerns & Announcements
The Flame Comes to the Altar
The Preludes:
(10:55) “Eucharistic Hymn” by N. Smith
*The Hymn of Celebration: “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty” No. 64
*The Minister: “Let Us Unite in the Historic Confession of the Christian Church”
I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
*The Gloria Patri
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen.
The Call to Prayer
Take this moment to prepare to speak to the One who is more focused upon our hearts than upon our words. One who is more committed to us and our soul’s well being than we are to our body’s comforts and pleasures. One who has shown us by the passion of our Lord Jesus Christ the seriousness with which He makes our appointment. The only One who loves us just because His love is greater than our sin. Free yourself in these moments from your fear-filled secrets by prayerfully confessing them in the presence of our Heavenly Father.
The Pastoral Prayer Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
The Minister: “Let Us Worship God with His Tithes and Our Offerings”
The Offertory Prayer
The Offertory Anthems:
*The Doxology
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below:
praise Him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*The Scripture Lessons:
(9:00) John 6:26-27
Minister: The Word of God for the People of God.
Congregational Response: Thanks be to God.
*The Passing of the Peace
Minister: The Peace of Christ be with you.
Congregation: And also with you.
The Registration of Attendance
*The Welcome to St. Paul and Recognition of our Guests
(Please take this time to greet those around you)
(8:45) The Word in Song: “Bread of Life” by Cy Dietrich
(10:55) The Children’s Moment Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green
(Following their moment, children K-4 through 2nd grade go to Children’s Church)
The Sermons:
(8:45 & 10:55) “Communion: It’s a Good Thing” Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green
(9:00) “Identity Theft: Revelation” Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The Service of Holy Communion No. 12
(Remember the less fortunate through our Altar Fund. Be generous in your communion offering)
*The Call to Christian Discipleship
If you made a decision today or if you would like to unite with St. Paul,
come forward on the last verse of our hymn of consecration.
*The Hymn of Consecration: “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” No. 384
*The Flame Goes Before Us into the World
*The Benediction and Amen
(10:55) “Chaconne” by L. Daquin
*The Church Returns to His World to Serve Him
*Those who are able please stand.
Organists: Mrs. Sue Dietrich and Mr. Wayne Martz
Soloist: Cy Dietrich
All music used by permission. One license (#A-714141) CCLI # 2035792
THE ROSEBUD IN THE CHANCEL AREA OF THE SANCTUARY TODAY is in honor Railee Anna Rovig, born July 23, 2012, to Josh & JoDee Rovig. Proud grandparents are Mike & Nan Konze, and great-grandmother, Nancy Weekley.
THE FAMILY OF CHRIST AT ST. PAUL extends our Christian love and sympathy to:
* Grace Bailey and family in the death of her mother, Leila Miller McClinton of Grand Bay, Alabama, July 26, 2012.
* Dr. Ben Cheek and family in the death of his mother, Cathryn Julia Jarrell Cheek of Columbus, Georgia, July 30, 2012.
Please let us know:
If you or someone you know is in the hospital, has a baby, has a death in the family, etc., please notify the Church Office (706.327.7419) so that we can minister to you and your loved ones effectively. In the event of an emergency, please call 706-577-8593.
If you are interested in joining St. Paul UMC, please contact Rev. John Fugh, Jr. by calling the church office at (706)327-7419 extension 205 or by email at [email protected]
ST. PAUL UMC PRAYER LINE
706-327-1547
9:45 a.m. sunday school for all ages!
10:00 a.m. College/Young Career Class
10:00 a.m. E3am (CWC)
monday, august 6:
(Wilson Library)
(Cornerstone Classroom)
tuesday, august 7:
(Contact Shelley Hill for info)
5:45 p.m. family night supper (F/H)
7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal
7:00 p.m. Administrative Board Meeting
(Miller-Wilson Classroom)
(Fellowship Hall)
(Miller-Wilson Classroom)
*(CWC – Contemporary Worship Center)
The Master Church Calendar
Before scheduling a meeting or event at St. Paul UMC, contact Kathy in the Church Office at 706.327.7419 extension 201 or
2012 Stewardship Report
“To do the best of things in the worst of times.”
Sunday School 213
Encounter God, Engage Love, & Embrace Compassion
* * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. in the Contemporary Worship Center. Don’t forget to bring your Bible!!! For more details, email me at: [email protected] .
Your brother in Christ - Stephen
Serving this week:
(8:45) Bruce Roberts and Jackie Copelan
(10:55) Morgan Waldrep (lead usher), Jack Jenkins, John Nix, B. R. Johnson
communion stewards:
altar guild:
flower rearranging & delivery:
acolytes:
Helper: Stacey Boyd
(4 & 5 yr. olds) & (1st & 2nd grades)
Teacher: Courtney Ellis
Kay Gudger (Sanctuary)
Beth Young (SS. Door)
meals on wheels volunteers:
route I- Sue Taylor, Teri Parker, Beth Kelley, Leigh Avant, Martha Cargill, Ben & Cindy Miller
route II- Ann Norris, Minnie Bradley, Suzanne Mullin, Bitsy Windsor, Mary Greenhaw, Jean Lorentz, Louise O’Kelley
Altar Fund in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Hardy & Mary Sue Polleys, Buddy & Betty Roberts, Dr. and Mrs. Sidney H. Yarbrough, III; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Hardy & Mary Sue Polleys.
Altar Guild in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Dr. and Mrs. John Watson.
Building Fund in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Frank Lumpkin, III, Jacquelyn Miller, Larry & Ginger Harper, Dee Rainey; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Jacquelyn Miller, Larry & Ginger Harper; Leila Miller McClinton by Jacquelyn Miller.
Children’s Ministry in memory of LEILA MILLER McCLINTON by Larry & Ginger Harper.
Ukraine Mission Fund in memory of LEILA MILLER McCLINTON, G. THACKER CARGILL, THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Barbara Farish; GARY C. LEVI by Susan Wiley and girls.
Wynnton Neighborhood Network in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Alice G. Douglas, Sonny & Lisa White; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN, AARON COHN by Sonny & Lisa White
ST. PAUL UMC PRESCHOOL NOTES:
Fall Open House, August 8:
(9 am – 11 am)
Fall Session begins August 13!
We still have spots available. For more info, contact Shelley Hill, Preschool Director, at 706.327.7452 or email:
Mark Your Calendars…
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* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
* The Finance Committee will meet on Monday, August 13, in the Cornerstone classroom at 5:30 p.m.
A Blood Drive will be held at the Church on Sunday, August 12, in the Fellowship Hall, from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. This will give you the opportunity to donate before or after Sunday School or your preferred worship service. For more details or to sign up, please contact Kathy in the Church Office (706-327-7419) or email Ken Chung at [email protected] .
Wynnton Neighborhood Network in honor of LAURA HAYGOOD on the occasion of her 40th birthday by Alice G. Douglas.
ALL WHO MADE SUMMER CAMP 2012 POSSIBLE!
Leigh Avant
Tonya Badcock
Grace Bailey
Carey Blankenship
Donna Blankenship
Mitch Blankenship
Lucy Bone
Phoebe Bone
Joy Brannon
Andrew Bray
Parker Bray
Nick Brinkman
Stephen Brinkman
Luke Butterfield
Marty Chung
Eric Crabb
Paul Eason
Edie Evans
John Flowers
Sarah Flowers
John Fugh
Lisa Fugh
Evan Gill
Dudley Graham
Mark Graham
Brooke Green
Sadie Helton
Cynthia Hill
Jacob Holmes
Cara Ingley
WE COULD NOT HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU!
*The first Chancel Choir rehearsal will be Wednesday, August 8. There will be no rehearsal August 15; rehearsals resume August 22. Rehearsal time is 7- 8:30 pm.
*Handbells resume Wednesday, September 5, from 6:30 to 7:15 pm., and Chancel Choir will then change rehearsal time to 7:15 – 8:45 pm.
*The Cherub and Carol Choirs will resume on August 22: Cherub Choir from 5 - 5:25 pm. & Carol Choir from 5:25 – 5:55 pm.
*The Covenant Choir will resume August 26, 6:15 – 7:00 pm.
Questions…email [email protected]
August 19, 2012
Celebration Sunday!!!
Join us on Sunday, August 19, as we celebrate a new year in Christian Education. All children will be promoted to the next grade level during the 10:55 a.m. worship. Also during this service, the third graders will be presented with Bibles. Immediately following the worship service, join us in the Fellowship Hall for the Promotion/ Celebration Sunday Luncheon. Please bring your favorite side dish--salad, casserole or dessert (enough to serve at least 8) to go with Minnie’s fabulous fried chicken.
Parents of third graders, if you do not get an information letter regarding this event in the mail by August 6, please contact Grace Bailey at 706.327.7419 or email: [email protected]
Wednesday, August 8
Program –Dr. John Watson
Please call the Church Office (706.327.7419) to make or break supper reservations no later than noon Tuesday or email:
Kids’ Corner: Same as Adult Menu, Jell-O, cookies & milk
Please: No bills larger than a $20
Meal Reservations– August 8, 2012
DINE-IN FAMILY MAX - $20
Under 3 yrs. no charge _____
Name:_____________________________
United METHODIST WOMEN NEWS
The Glad Sallys Circle
Our next meeting will take place on August 20, at 6 p.m. at the Wynnton Road Burger King.
Do you want to serve the Lord as a family? The Missions Committee is in the planning stages of coordinating a Family Mission Trip for 2013. Possible travel dates are Spring Break week (March 30 – April 6, 2013), as well as dates next summer. We are looking at ministry possibilities both in the U.S., as well as international ministry – including Ukraine. To learn more, please plan on attending a “vision” meeting on Sunday, September 9, at 4:30 p.m. in the Cornerstone Classroom, to discuss ministry possibilities and costs. For more info, please e-mail or call Tammy Reynolds:
and St. Paul invites you to experience it!
*Just 9 weeks of classes
* Only 1 1/2 hours per class
* $95 per membership kit
(one per couple or single) Wednesday night classes will begin August 22, at 6 pm.
Thursday morning classes will begin August 23, at 9am at Locos.
Childcare provided on Wednesdays
Deadline to enroll is August 6. All Adult Sunday School classes and friends are invited to attend. For more information, contact the Church Office (706.327.7419)
“St Paul Cub Scout Roundup"
Sunday, August 26, 3 p.m. in the downstairs Activity Room. Parents and young men (ages1st thru 5th grades) are needed for the 2012-2013 program year. Questions, contact Mark Graham at [email protected] , 706.565.9966.
The Reverend Dr. P. Shane Green
The Reverend John Fugh, Jr.
The Reverend Stephen Brinkman
IN MEMORIAM
Morning Worship Services – 8:45 a.m., 9:00 a.m., & 10:55 a.m.
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost – White August 5, 2012
Holy Communion Sunday
The Church Gathers for Worship The Call to Worship The Parish Concerns & Announcements The Chiming of the Hour The Flame Comes to the Altar
The Preludes: (8:45) “A Gentle Aria” ........................................................................... by Christopher Tambling (10:55) “Eucharistic Hymn”........................................................................................by N. Smith
*The Hymn of Celebration: “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty”........................................No. 64
*The Minister: “Let Us Unite in the Historic Confession of the Christian Church” I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
*The Gloria Patri Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen.
The Call to Prayer Take this moment to prepare to speak to the One who is more focused upon our hearts than upon our words. One who is more committed to us and our soul’s well being than we are to our body’s comforts and pleasures. One who has shown us by the passion of our Lord Jesus Christ the seriousness with which He makes our appointment. The only One who loves us just because His love is greater than our sin. Free yourself in these moments from your fear-filled secrets by prayerfully confessing them in the presence of our Heavenly Father.
The Pastoral Prayer..........................................................................................Rev. John Fugh, Jr. The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
The Minister: “Let Us Worship God with His Tithes and Our Offerings” The Offertory Prayer The Offertory Anthems:
(8:45) “More Love to Thee”.................................................................................. by Jack Goode (10:55) “This Do in Remembrance” ......................................................................by J. Hunnicutt
*The Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below: praise Him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*The Scripture Lessons: (8:45 & 10:55) Mark 14:22-25 .................................................................... Pew Bible, page 827
(9:00) John 6:26-27 Minister: The Word of God for the People of God. Congregational Response: Thanks be to God. *The Passing of the Peace Minister: The Peace of Christ be with you. Congregation: And also with you.
The Registration of Attendance *The Welcome to St. Paul and Recognition of our Guests
(Please take this time to greet those around you)
(8:45) The Word in Song: “Bread of Life” ..................................................................by Cy Dietrich (10:55) The Children’s Moment............................................................... Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green
(Following their moment, children K-4 through 2nd grade go to Children’s Church)
The Sermons: (8:45 & 10:55) “Communion: It’s a Good Thing” ................................. Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green (9:00) “Identity Theft: Revelation” ....................................................Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
The Service of Holy Communion...........................................................................................No. 12 (Remember the less fortunate through our Altar Fund. Be generous in your communion offering)
*The Call to Christian Discipleship If you made a decision today or if you would like to unite with St. Paul,
come forward on the last verse of our hymn of consecration.
*The Hymn of Consecration: “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” .........................................No. 384 *The Flame Goes Before Us into the World
*The Benediction and Amen
*Those who are able please stand.
Organists: Mrs. Sue Dietrich and Mr. Wayne Martz
Soloist: Cy Dietrich
All music used by permission. One license (#A-714141) CCLI # 2035792
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July 28, 2012
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ST. PAUL UMC PRAYER LINE 706-327-1547
HOLY COMMUNION SUNDAY, AUGUST 5: 8:45 a.m. Early Worship (Sanctuary) 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship (CWC) 9:45 A.M. SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES! 10:00 a.m. College/Young Career Class 10:00 a.m. E3am (CWC) 10:55 a.m. Traditional Worship (Sanctuary)
MONDAY, AUGUST 6: 11:00 a.m. St. Paul Staff Meeting (Wilson Library) 5:30 p.m. Worship Committee Meeting (Cornerstone Classroom) 9:00 p.m. Online Bible Study
TUESDAY, AUGUST 7: MMO Open House Set-up (Teaching Staff)
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8: 9:00 a.m. MMO Preschool Open House (Contact Shelley Hill for info) 5:45 P.M. FAMILY NIGHT SUPPER (F/H) 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal 7:00 p.m. Administrative Board Meeting (Miller-Wilson Classroom)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 9: 6:30 p.m. Sunday School Teachers’ Meeting (Fellowship Hall)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 10: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study (Miller-Wilson Classroom) *(CWC – Contemporary Worship Center)
THE MASTER CHURCH CALENDAR Before scheduling a meeting or event at St.
Paul UMC, contact Kathy in the Church Office at 706.327.7419 extension 201 or [email protected].
This will ensure that your event does not conflict with other events already on the
Master Calendar.
2012 Stewardship Report
“To do the best of things in the worst of times.”
Sunday School................................... 213 A.M. Worship Services ...................... 377 Budget Needs to Date ................ $929,256 Budget Receipts Last Week .......... $11,435 Budget Receipts to Date ............. $925,177
Encounter God, Engage Love, & Embrace Compassion * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Join us on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. in the Contemporary Worship Center. Don’t forget to bring your Bible!!! For more details, email me
at: [email protected]. Your brother in Christ - Stephen
Serving this week: USHERS: (8:45) Bruce Roberts and Jackie Copelan (10:55) Morgan Waldrep (lead usher), Jack
Jenkins, John Nix, B. R. Johnson
COMMUNION STEWARDS: Mary Varner and Caroline Fields
ALTAR GUILD: Janie Greene and Sarah Hughston
FLOWER REARRANGING & DELIVERY: Faith Curran and Dell Branch
ACOLYTES: (8:45) Chad Nix and Jonathan Parker (10:55) Heidt Norman and Gordy Pease Helper: Stacey Boyd
COMBINED CHILDREN’S CHURCH (ACTIVITY ROOM): (4 & 5 YR. OLDS) & (1ST & 2ND GRADES) Teacher: Courtney Ellis Volunteers: Jay & Katie Parker
NURSERY VOLUNTEERS: John & Melissa Martin
REGISTRATION COLLECTORS: Scott & Hope Phillips
GREETERS: (8:45) Shirley Fatum (Illges Chapel) Kay Gudger (Sanctuary) (9:00) The Henderson family (CWC) (10:55) Ken & Vicki Toole (Sanctuary) Larry & Ginger Harper (Illges Chapel) Beth Young (SS. Door)
PRAYER GUILD: Joanne Hudson, Faith Curran, Mary Pat King, Shirley Fatum
MEALS ON WHEELS VOLUNTEERS: ROUTE I- Sue Taylor, Teri Parker, Beth Kelley, Leigh Avant, Martha Cargill, Ben & Cindy Miller ROUTE II- Ann Norris, Minnie Bradley, Suzanne Mullin, Bitsy Windsor, Mary Greenhaw, Jean Lorentz, Louise O’Kelley
Altar Fund in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Hardy & Mary Sue Polleys, Buddy & Betty Roberts, Dr. and Mrs. Sidney H. Yarbrough, III; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Hardy & Mary Sue Polleys.
Altar Guild in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Dr. and Mrs. John Watson.
Building Fund in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Frank Lumpkin, III, Jacquelyn Miller, Larry & Ginger Harper, Dee Rainey; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Jacquelyn Miller, Larry & Ginger Harper; LEILA MILLER McCLINTON by Jacquelyn Miller.
Children’s Ministry in memory of LEILA MILLER McCLINTON by Larry & Ginger Harper.
Ukraine Mission Fund in memory of LEILA MILLER McCLINTON, G. THACKER CARGILL, THEA MORROW CHASTAIN by Barbara Farish; GARY C. LEVI by Susan Wiley and girls.
Wynnton Neighborhood Network in memory of G. THACKER CARGILL by Alice G. Douglas, Sonny & Lisa White; THEA MORROW CHASTAIN, AARON COHN by Sonny & Lisa White
ST. PAUL UMC PRESCHOOL NOTES:
Fall Open House, August 8: (9 am – 11 am)
Fall Session begins August 13!
We still have spots available. For more info, contact Shelley Hill, Preschool Director, at
706.327.7452 or email: [email protected]
Mark Your Calendars…
* The Worship Committee will meet on Monday, August 6, in the Cornerstone
Classroom at 6 p.m. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
* The Administrative Board will meet on Wednesday, August 8, in the Miller-Wilson
classroom at 7 p.m. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
* The Finance Committee will meet on Monday, August 13, in the Cornerstone
classroom at 5:30 p.m.
A Blood Drive will be held at the Church on Sunday, August 12, in the Fellowship Hall, from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. This will give you the opportunity to donate before or after Sunday School or your preferred worship service. For more details or to sign up, please contact Kathy in the Church Office (706-327-7419) or email Ken Chung at [email protected].
Wynnton Neighborhood Network in honor of LAURA HAYGOOD on the occasion of her 40th birthday by Alice G. Douglas.
ALL WHO MADE SUMMER CAMP 2012 POSSIBLE!
Leigh Avant Tonya Badcock Grace Bailey Carey Blankenship
Donna Blankenship Mitch Blankenship Lucy Bone Phoebe Bone
Joy Brannon Andrew Bray Parker Bray Nick Brinkman
Stephen Brinkman Luke Butterfield Marty Chung Eric Crabb Paul Eason Edie Evans
John Flowers Sarah Flowers John Fugh Lisa Fugh Evan Gill Dudley Graham
Mark Graham Brooke Green Sadie Helton Cynthia Hill Jacob Holmes Cara Ingley
Jon Ross Ingley Ken Jones Ryan Jones Jack Key Sally Key Rachel Leroy
Anna Logan John Logan Steve Lorentz Paul Magoni Luke Martz Logan Ogletree
Tammy Reynolds Tasha Rumer Beth Sayers Elizabeth Sayers Tammy Serf Caroline Smith
Josh Stephens Savanna Sturkie Alice Varner Parents of campers!!!
WE COULD NOT HAVE DONE IT WITHOUT YOU!
*The first Chancel Choir rehearsal will be Wednesday, August 8. There will be no rehearsal
August 15; rehearsals resume August 22. Rehearsal time is 7- 8:30 pm.
*Handbells resume Wednesday, September 5, from 6:30 to 7:15 pm., and Chancel Choir will then change rehearsal time to 7:15 – 8:45 pm.
*The Cherub and Carol Choirs will resume on August 22: Cherub Choir from 5 - 5:25 pm. &
Carol Choir from 5:25 – 5:55 pm.
*The Covenant Choir will resume August 26, 6:15 – 7:00 pm.
Questions…email [email protected]
Mark your calendars now for Celebration Sunday!!!
Join us on Sunday, August 19, as we celebrate a new year in Christian Education. All children will be promoted to the next grade level during the 10:55 a.m. worship. Also during this service, the third graders will be presented with Bibles. Immediately following the worship service, join us in the Fellowship Hall for the Promotion/ Celebration Sunday Luncheon. Please bring your favorite side dish--salad, casserole or dessert (enough to serve at least 8) to go with Minnie’s fabulous fried chicken. Parents of third graders, if you do not get an information letter regarding this event in the mail by August 6, please contact Grace Bailey at 706.327.7419 or email:[email protected]
Wednesday, August 8 Soup @ 5:30 p.m. Dinner @ 5:45 p.m.
Program –Dr. John Watson
Please call the Church Office (706.327.7419) to make or break supper reservations no later than noon Tuesday or email:
[email protected]
ADULT BUFFET: Mixed garden salad, fried & baked chicken, macaroni & cheese, country style green beans & potatoes, fried okra, assorted desserts, tea, and coffee KIDS’ CORNER: Same as Adult Menu, Jell-O, cookies & milk
Please: No bills larger than a $20
Meal Reservations– August 8, 2012 DINE-IN FAMILY MAX - $20
Adult Child 4TH Grade-Adult - $6.00 _____ 3 yrs. thru 3RD grade - $3.50 _____ Under 3 yrs. no charge _____ Name:_____________________________
United METHODIST WOMEN NEWS
The Glad Sallys Circle Our next meeting will take place on August 20, at 6 p.m. at the Wynnton Road Burger King.
Do you want to serve the Lord as a family? The Missions Committee is in the planning stages of coordinating a Family Mission Trip for 2013. Possible travel dates are Spring Break week (March 30 – April 6, 2013), as well as dates next summer. We are looking at ministry possibilities both in the U.S., as well as international ministry – including Ukraine. To learn more, please plan on attending a “vision” meeting on Sunday, September 9, at 4:30 p.m. in the Cornerstone Classroom, to discuss ministry possibilities and costs. For more info, please e-mail or call Tammy Reynolds:
[email protected] or 706-575-1677.
and St. Paul invites you to experience it!
*Just 9 weeks of classes * Only 1 1/2 hours per class * $95 per membership kit (one per couple or single)
Wednesday night classes will begin August 22, at 6 pm.
Thursday morning classes will begin August 23, at 9am at Locos.
Childcare provided on Wednesdays
Deadline to enroll is August 6. All Adult Sunday School classes and friends are invited to attend.
For more information, contact the Church Office (706.327.7419)
“St Paul Cub Scout Roundup" Sunday, August 26, 3 p.m. in the downstairs
Activity Room. Parents and young men (ages1st thru 5th grades) are needed for the 2012-2013
program year. Questions, contact Mark Graham at [email protected], 706.565.9966.