October 7, 2015 | Volume 14 Issue 16 jacksonfumc.org

SEEKING GOD | KNOWING CHRIST | SHARING HIS LOVE

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

FIRST EDITIONFIRST EDITIONNew Wednesday Night Classes

October 7 - November 11Dinner 5:00-6:15 p.m. | Classes 6:00-7:00 p.m.

No classes October 28, Fall Festival (page 3)Meal Cost: $6 Adults, $4 Children under 12, $20 Family Max.October 7 Menu: Chicken and beef fajitas, Spanish rice, Pico de Gallo, salad, and dessert. October 14 Menu: Potluck - Church will provide fried chicken and roast beef. Bring your favorite vegetable dish, salad, or dessert!October 21 Menu: “Breakfast for Dinner”

• The Life and Times of John Wesley - Rm. 118Oct. 7 – “A Brand Plucked from the Burning” – Childhood, Youth & Educational Development, Beginning of Oxford Holy Club – 1703-1735 led by Jeff Rudy.Oct. 14 – “Heart Strangely Warmed” – a failed mission trip to Georgia and the inner spiritual struggle – 1735-1740: Part 1 led by Jeff Rudy.Oct. 21 – “Submitting to be More Vile” – what really caused Methodism to take off – open air preaching to the coal miners, simple folk – 1735-1740: Part 2 led by Dan Camp.

• Men’s Discussion Group - Clayton HallJoin Scott Murray for a time of men gathering together sharing in informal conversation around tables.

• Short Stories with Niles - Rm. 117 Join Dr. Niles Reddick, Vice Pro-Vost, University of Memphis-Lambuth for an enchanting evening each Wednesday as he shares about a different novel or short stories he has written. Oct. 7 – Sharing from his Road Kill Art and Other Oddities, a short story collection, first published in 2007 by Whiskey Creek, to be republished by Summertime Publications in 2017. Road Kill Art and Other Oddities was a finalist for an EPPIE award. Author, Inman Majors describes this as: “A fast and funny read. With one foot in the rural past and another in the strip mall world of the New South, Reddick is exploring new territory here.” Oct. 14 – Lead Me Home is a novel from Niles Reddick as he tells the story of Max Peacock as he faces politics at work, politics at church, his first child, family problems, criminal investigations, and so much more. Lead Me Home is an intriguing and entertaining novel that many readers will relate to with their own hectic lives. – Midwest ReviewOct. 21 – “Readers will come to love feisty Charlotte “Muddy” Rewis who, despite the

bad news in the world, triumphs by making a difference in her own way. Chock full of humor, Drifting Too Far From the Shore is a beautiful story that makes you feel like you have been transported back to small town America.” – Winston Groom, author of Forrest Gump, among others

• The Modern Family -Children’s Gathering Room Families are faced with obstacles, situations, and hurdles from all aspects of life. Each week, a new topic and leader addresses some of these issues.Oct. 7: Join Steven Fonville, Director of the Wesley Foundation at the University of Memphis-Lambuth for “Faith after High School”. Oct. 14 – “Answering the Tough Questions Kids Ask” panel discussionOct. 21 – “Whatever Happened to the Word Modest” led by Jerri Sue Maxwell & Tracey Adams

• Yoga - Mezzanine The class will begin with gentle yoga poses and increase in levels based on the abilities and needs of the participants. Instructor: Linda Segerson of Dragonfly Yoga. Cost: $5/session. Please bring a yoga mat and water to class. 2 yoga blocks are also recommended.

• Co-Ed Volleyball – It’s back…come join the fun in the gym!

• Kingdom Kids (age 3-5th grade)A safe, compassionate, Bible-centered night of crafts, music, Bible lessons, games, and dinner for kids from 5:55-7:00 p.m.

• Confirmation Class (6th grade)

• Youth (7-12 grade)

Andrews Chapel Campus3820 Brownsville Rd. HWY 70

October 11 • 5:30 p.m.Dave Bratcher, preaching

Ron Harris, keyboardMen’s Ministry

Focus NightChili Supper following worship

All are invited!

it’s time for anupdated PortraitWe are pleased to offer you the service of professional photography. Please allow up to an hour from the time of your appointment for check-in, photography and portrait selection.

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Sign up at jacksonfumc.org or Sundays, Oct. 11, 18, & 25,

Nov. 1 & 8 in church lobby

Schedule your photo

session for the new

church directory!

Be a part of our new church directory program - we need YOU to make our church family album complete!

Each family will receive a complimentary 8x10 portrait and free directory for participating!

We have chosen to partner with Lifetouch for professional photography that will connect our members and tell our story.

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

Taylor Parimore, Director of Student Ministries (tparimore@jacksonfumc.org)Search for “The Current UMY” on Facebook

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

October 18th 12:00 p.m.Small-group Lunch out

October 25th 5-8 p.m.BARF in the Hay

October 28th 5-7pmFall Festival/Youth Fundraiser

November 13-15th Fall Retreat-LakeshoreCost: $125; Signup by Oct. 25

Wednesday Nights:New! Homework Room(next to the Confirmation Class) Youth are also invited to attend any of the classes being offered.

FALL EVENTS

Pastor’s Bible Studyon James’ Epistle

Wednesdays 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Room 118/Religion for Life

James’ letter has stood the test of time and is filled with practical wisdom.

Join Pastor Jeff Rudy this fall as we draw deeply from the wisdom of James.

Plant AdoptionHave any outside plants you won’t be keeping? Donate to Parkview Learning Center for students to use. Contact T. Robert Hill, 695-4170 or deerrun@aeneas.net.

As Dr. Bob Winstead begins a process of consultation with FUMC to help us focus on our future, the Prayer Ministry Team would like to encourage all members of FUMC to be in prayer for this important process. As shared September 27, this process will continue over the next several months. Please be in prayer for our church leaders, staff, Dr. Winstead and all persons involved in this search for vision and direction. Pray that we as a church will be open to God’s Spirit moving in our midst, willing to listen to one another, and willing to follow where the Spirit leads us. Over the coming weeks, we will have several opportunities for you to participate in prayers for this process.

Praying with you, Tharon Kirk, Prayer Ministry Team Co-chair

Hub Club Fall FestThursday, October 22

4:00-5:30 p.m.WE NEED YOUR HELPEach fall we have been able to host a Hillcrest Neighborhood trunk or treat and fall fest. We believe this is a great time to engage with our neighbors and have fun with our students! But we need help with this fun event. By giving of your time, sharing your trunk, or donating some candy, you are helping us build relationships in Hillcrest.If you would like to help, e-mail: hub@areareliefministries.org

SIT & FITOctober 13 - November 19Tuesdays 8:30-9:15 a.m.Thursdays 5:45-6:30 p.m.

New for men and women of all ages! Join Esther Milam for a “Sit and Fit” class in the Mezzanine. This class will be 30 minutes of strength and toning plus 15 minutes of cool down and relaxation.

Esther is a certified aerobics and Pilates instructor and she is also certified In CPR. There is no charge. Participants are asked to bring a towel and happy thoughts... come and try out the class!

NEW!

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FUMC

and Chili Cookoff

Wednesday

Oct. 28, 2015

CHILI

COOK OFF

5:15 PM Chili Cookoff Supperin Clayton Hall. $5 entry fee. Categories: meatless, mild, medium, and hot. Drop off between 4-5 p.m. October 28Meal Cost: $6 Adults, $4 Children, $20 Family Max.

5:45-6:30 PM Trunk or Treat$5 entry fee per car. Back parking lot.

6:00-7:00 PM Carnival Games$0.25 a ticket. Cotton Candy, popcorn, face painting, cake walk (2 tickets)

7 PM Snow Ballin’ FundraiserThis year, it’s the women’s turn! Whose face do you want to see covered in whipped cream? Nominations through October 7 at jacksonfumc.org. The 5 most voted women’s faces will be on donation jars. For the top two receiving the most donations in their jars, everyone at Fall Fest will get one chance to throw a sponge covered in whip cream at them!

Fundraiser for FUMC Youth

Cake WalkCarnival Games

Musicand more!

Thanks to all who supported the Spaghetti Supper fundraiser! It was a fun night featuring a silent auction and Kids@First program. There were 146 people attending and $1500 was raised!

Kids @ Firs

Donations needed: Bags of candy and cakes for the cakewalk. Contact Taylor Parimore, tparimore@jacksonfumc.org

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Confirmand Readers

My name is Blair Driver. I am eleven years old and I’m a sixth grader at USJ. My parents are Todd and Lee Driver. I have a brother, Wallace, and

a sister, Ellen. They are twins and are in the 3rd grade. My grandparents are Jimmy and Sally Wallace and Gertrude Driver and the late Clarence “Bubba” Driver, Jr. I play tennis, softball, and basketball. Some of my hobbies are reading, shopping, jumping on our trampoline, and swimming. My favorite subjects are science and art. We have two cats, Millie and Mittens, three rabbits, Thumper, Rascal, and Snowball. We also have five goldfish.

My name is James Witt Mitchell. My brother and twin sister are Clark and Lilly Mitchell. My two pets are a fish named Bubbles and a dog named Dixie. I am in

the sixth grade at USJ. Outside of school I like to play sports and hunt. I am excited about confirmation because of the fun retreats and I want to learn more about God.

My name is Conner McCarver.(Bio not available)

ARISE Jacksonby Paula Butler

The first week of ARISE Jackson/Team Read was a huge success. Students came with enthusiasm and left with smiles, as did the volunteer coaches.

Jackson First United Methodist Church is partnering with Lincoln Elementary School. Lincoln has enough volunteers for each second grade student to be seen twice a week! This means there are 65 volunteers coming to Lincoln from 16 different churches. Jackson FUMC has 30 volunteers at Lincoln and 3 other volunteers coaching at different schools.

Team Read is a process developed several years ago by Shelby County reading specialists and members of the Germantown United Methodist Church. Coaches work with students on the Fry Word list of the 1000 most frequent words seen in literature, newspapers and magazines. If students learn the first 300 words they can read 67% of all written materials.

Volunteers give one hour a week to work individually with two students, 30 minutes each.

Even though Lincoln has enough volunteers, ARISE Jackson still needs more volunteers for students in the other 6 schools receiving Team Read coaching.

If you are interested in receiving more information about ARISE Jackson/Team Read, contact Becky Sadowski (beckysadowski@hotmail.com) or Paula Butler (pbutler200@charter.net).

“Spiritual poverty will happen if one cannot read the Bible”

Bettye Labry, volunteer coach

Note WritingThis group comes together periodically to write notes of encouragement, sympathy, and celebration to members of our congregation. If you would like to help in this ministry, contact Connie Krone, 731-668-8018.

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Adult OpportunitiesPam Jaco, pam@jacksonfumc.org

For Men Only Coffee &

ConversationThursdays 9-10:00 a.m.

Room 117

All men are welcomed to this fun and growing group!

October 20 • 10:30 a.m.Walking the Labyrinthwith Tharon Kirk at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital

A labyrinth is not a maze, but a path to the center and back out for a spiritual centering contemplation and prayer.

Meet at the church. Dutch treat lunch after the walk.

FRIDAY, OCT. 16

For reservations, call the church office at 422-4002 by 12:00 p.m. Oct. 12.

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

Clayton Hall | $7.00 per person

featuring

Noah Forbes15 year old accomplished classical pianist and composer Noah attends the Nashville School of the Arts. He is the grandson of Woody Forbes and Linda Douty Mischke.

“Save Your Stories, Leave a Legacy” Workshop

is back!

There is so much inside each of us that our children and families do not know! Join Andrea Woods, a writer and former FUMC staff member, for a morning in which you will explore ways to create an Intentional Legacy through crafting letters, stories, memoirs, poetry — and perhaps even music — to tell the personal, vital stories that have informed your life.

You don’t have to have previous writing experience... anyone can do this!

Thursday, October 229:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.FUMC Mezzanine

Pre-registration required. Contact Pam at 422-4002 or

pam@jacksonfumc.org

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Memorials & Honoraria

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

SARA DODSONBrad and Beverly Denton

NETTIE LOUISE BROWNBrad and Beverly Denton

TROY SMITHBrad and Beverly Denton

LAUREN CLEMMONSMrs. Leo Martindale

HAROLD CASHON Mrs. Leo Martindale

KAREN HARRISDavid Harris

IN HONOR OF

ELIZABETH HUBBARD’S 103RD BIRTHDAYPatricia Alvey

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Calendar of EventsCalendar subject to change. Please call the church office, 422-4002 or check the calendar at jacksonfumc.org

Help us conserve! Please, turn out lights after Sunday School

Sunday, October 11 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

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

Downtown Campus 5:00 PM Kids Who Care Club 5:00 PM "The Current" UMY 5:30 PM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus

Monday, October 12 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 3:30 PM Hub Club 5:30 PM Finance Committee Meeting 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 6:00 PM Children's Ministry Facilities

Improvement Team 7:00 PM Men's Basketball

Tuesday, October 13 7:00 AM Men's Bible Study 8:30 AM Sit and Fit 4:00 PM Stewardship Meeting 4:30 PM FitFirst 6:00 PM Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, October 14 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 10:00 AM Pastor's Bible Study 2:30 PM WINGS 3:30 PM Open Gym for K-5th Grade 5:00 PM Youth Open Gym 6th-12th

Grade 5:00 PM WEF Meal 5:45PM ConfirmationClass 6:00 PM "The Current" UMY 6:00 PM Handbells 6:00 PM Volleyball 6:00 PM WEF Class-"Short Stories

with Niles" 6:00 PM WEF Class-"The Life and

Times of John Wesley" 6:00 PM WEF Class-The Modern

Family 6:15 PM Men's Discussion Group 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship

Team Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, October 15 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 5:45 PM Sit and Fit

Friday, October 16 7:30 AM Franklin City Farmhouse

Antique Fair 11:00 AM Adventures in Learning

Saturday, October 17 4:00 PM Room in the Inn

Sunday, October 18 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School

11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown Campus

12:00 PM "The Current" UMY Lunch Off Site

Monday, October 19 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 3:30 PM Hub Club 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 6:30 PM Mission Focus Group 7:00 PM Men's Basketball

Tuesday, October 20 7:00 AM Men's Bible Study 8:30 AM Sit and Fit 10:30 AM Walking the Labyrinth 4:30 PM FitFirst

Wednesday, October 21 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 10:00 AM Pastor's Bible Study 2:30 PM WINGS 3:30 PM Open Gym for K-5th Grade 3:45 PM Girl Scouts 5:00 PM Youth Open Gym 6th-12th

Grade 5:00 PM WEF Meal 5:15 PM Between Friends Bookclub 5:45PM ConfirmationClass 6:00 PM "The Current" UMY 6:00 PM Handbells 6:00 PM Volleyball 6:00 PM WEF Class-"Short Stories

with Niles" 6:00 PM WEF Class-"The Life and

Times of John Wesley" 6:00 PM WEF Class-The Modern

Family 6:00 PM WEF-Yoga 6:15 PM Men's Discussion Group 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship

Team Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, October 22 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 9:30 AM Legacy Writing 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 5:45 PM Sit and Fit

Friday, October 23 No church events scheduled

Saturday, October 24 10:00 AM Bridal Shower 12:00 PM Member Birthday Party

Sunday, October 25 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

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

Downtown Campus 5:00 PM Kids Who Care Club 5:00 PM "The Current" UMY BARF in

the Hay 5:30 PM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus

The next issue of the First Edition Newsletter will be October 21, 2015

Fit FirstTuesdays/Thursdays 4:30–5:30 p.m.FUMC gym • No chargeInstructors: Marilynn Eblen and Mary Jane Tapley

FitFirst is a dance fitness program designed to give you a solid 40 minute cardio workout followed by a 20 minute toning and stretching session. It’s music based so we work out to classics and current hits. We have a great time making our workouts fun. Fitfirst is a great option to add to your workout menu. Come and have a great time groovin’ and shakin’ ... lose the tension and stress of the day!

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Women’s MinistriesSusan Crocker, Director of Women’s Ministry, scrocker@jacksonfumc.org

Morning Jolt

Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Library

Come as you are - gym clothes or ready for the day!

New Study from Oct 13-Nov 10Books available in the Library.

Make payment in church office.

HAPPYFALL Y’ALL!

Please join Jerri Sue Maxwell at Sand’s Florist for Fall decorating

Tuesday, October 27

5:30-7:30 p.m.Mexican Fiesta

Supper $1530 spots available

Register at jacksonfumc.org

Soul Sister’s Presents

Rebecca Jones

Come hear her inspiring story, savor delicious recipes, and enjoy the tradition of homemade gifts from the heart.

Tuesday, Nov 10th5:30-7:30 p.m.

FUMC Clayton Hall

Invite a friend or buy a table for a Christmas gift for friends. Bring your old cookbooks to swap with everyone.

$15 per ticket for dinner and our always fantastically funny door prizes. $100 for a table of 8.

Sign up at jacksonfumc.org

This is another great book by Max Lucado! This book focuses on Joshua and the Hebrews wandering in the desert when they could have been in their glory land. Have you ever felt that way... looking for direction?

Even if you're familiar with this story, the way Lucado writes about it brings it to life. He shares practical scriptures with us and gives usthetoolstoliveamorefulfilling,joyfilledChristianlifeandwalk.

SoulSisters

Between Friends Book

Club5:00-6:00 p.m. | Mezzanine

October 21stTen Years Takenby Susannah B. Lewis

The author, Susannah B. Lewis who will be joining the discussion, is from Brownsville and a friend of Sue Harvey. It is a modern day thriller. Come and invite a friend!

Download it from the App Store

Church Life is a free and easy-to-use app. Instantly connect with members with your iPhone or iPad, using your member log-in to access.

Having trouble logging in? Go to jacksonfumc.org. At the bottom, press the Member Login button. On the page that opens, look for “Forgot your password or user name?” Enter your email address, then check your email for details on changes to your member log-in.

Interested in a quick way to call or email a church friend? More and more FUMC members are finding the ACS Church Life app a great discovery!

Praise in the ParkAll are invited!

Praise in the Park is a joint effort with the City of Jackson and local churches collaborating in Sunday afternoon worship services.

Various churches from across the Jackson community will host their own events for Praise in the Park every Sunday afternoon this month from 4 to 6 p.m.

Oct. 11: Liberty GardensOct. 18: Forest Hills ParkOct. 25: Muse Park

Sunday Worship

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SundayOctober 11

SundayOctober 18

Andrews Chapel Services:2nd and 4th Sunday Evenings5:30 p.m. Worship Service

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

The ValedictorianDan Camp, preaching | Mark 10:17-31

Laity Sunday “State of the Church”Emmett Barker & Carolyn Vaughan, Co-lay leaders

Men’s Ministry Focus NightDave Bratcher, preachingRon Harris, keyboard

No worship service

Communion