the shepherd | november 3, 2015

THE SHEPHERD THE NEWSLETTER OF NEWNAN FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

CONTENTS

Page 2 Music & Church-wide

Page 3 Church-wide

Page 4 Children

33 Greenville Street | Newnan, GA 30263 | P 770.253.7400

F 770.253.7404 | NewnanFUMC.org

Worship: 8:30 & 11 A.M. Traditional 11 A.M. Contemporary

Office Hours: M-F 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

INVITE. INCLUDE. INVOLVE. Newnan First United Methodist

Church exists to invite, include, and involve all people in knowing Christ

and making Christ known.

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Photos & Church-wide

Reporting & Church-wide

2-week Calendar

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The Shepherd Newsletter November 3, 2015

MUSIC NOTES SWINGIN’ SINGIN’ SENIORS You are singing for the 8:30 service this Sunday, November 8. Please meet in the Sanctuary at 8am

THE YOUTH CHOIR You are singing for the 10:55 Traditional service this Sunday, November 8. Please meet in the Sanctuary at 10:15am. Don’t forget to sell that fruit! All orders are due Sunday, November 15.

THE CAROL CHOIR You are singing for Connect at 11:00 this Sunday, November 8. Please meet on the Parish Hall stage steps at 10:50am.

THE INSPIRATIONS You are singing for the 8:30 service next Sunday, November 15. Please meet in the Sanctuary at 8am.

THE CAROL CHOIR You are singing for the 10:55 Traditional service next Sunday, November 15. Please meet in the Chapel at 10:30am.

-David Kinrade

WOMEN’S EVENING GALA TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 | 5:30-8pm |

$25

Guest Speaker: Kim Gravel from Kim of Queens. She will bring good, heartfelt stories and life lessons, mixed with humor and love. Kim will deliver a message that will relate to young girls,

6th grade and up, as well as woman of all ages. Invite your daughters, mothers, grandmothers, aunts, cousins, & friends! Tickets are available from the Grove Committee members and the church office AND on Sunday mornings. | HOW TO PARTICIPATE: Decorate a table for 8: Contact the church office or Karen Oothoudt if you want to decorate a table. | Buy a table: This means purchasing 8 tickets ($200) and inviting 7 friends to join you for dinner! | Buy individual tickets: Come and join others for this night of great food, entertainment, and fellowship. WE NEED MEN TO BE SERVERS! CONTACT KAREN OOTHOUDT IF INTERESTED

SAMARITAN’S PURSE: OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

If you would like to pack shoe boxes to be shipped to children around the world, you can

drop off completed shoe boxes at Unity Baptist Church or in the designated area of the

Chapel from November 16-21. For info on how to pack a shoe box, visit:

www.SamaritansPurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/

CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PAGEANT

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 @ 10:00am

All children K-6th grade are invited to participate. To sign up, contact Karen

Oothoudt ([email protected]) or fill out a sign-up form found in the Children’s

wing.

The one and only rehearsal will be Friday, December 4 from 4-5:30pm!

JOY TREES

Trees will be up in the Narthex and

Parish Hall on Monday,

November 9 with a total of 250

cards to choose from. Remember these children are

in foster homes and your gifts may be the only ones

they receive. We are the only organization to sponsor these particular

children. PLEASE complete the RED card included with the gift list and drop

it in the RED bag located on the tree. Read instructions on card for drop-off dates and location. ALL gifts MUST be

turned in by December 6. THANK YOU!


WEDNESDAY MENU

NOVEMBER 4 Tacos/nachos w/fixins & Spanish rice

NOVEMBER 11 Spaghetti

YOUTH CHOIR ANNUAL FRUIT

SALE

The Youth Choir’s annual fruit sale will be

from now until Sunday, November 15.

Each year, they sell fresh Florida citrus to raise funds for their annual summer tour.

You may order fruit by:

• Talking to any Youth Choir member • By filling out an order form located

throughout the building or online (click the fruit sale banner on NewnanFUMC.org)

• Or by going to lbg.org and using the code: GA10727

The choir thanks you for your support!

MINISTRY POSITION

The church is currently seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Children’s Minister. If you know of anyone who may be interested in

applying please contact the Senior Pastor, Dr. Stuart Greene. This is a full-time position.

Résumés should be sent to [email protected]

UMM PANCAKE BREAKFAST

THIS SATURDAY!!! Saturday, November 7 | 6am –

11am | Parish Hall

Tickets available from UMM members, the church office, or contact Jake

Shepherd (404.786.4412 | [email protected])

Individual: $6 | Family: $20 | 12 & under FREE! Menu: pancakes, bacon, sausage, coffee, juice,

& other baked goods for sale!

All proceeds fund the charities & ministries supported by the UMM.

NEW LIFE GROUPS LAUNCHING

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15TH PARISH HALL | 9:15am

& 12:15pm

New Life Group leaders will be in the Parish Hall at 9:15am and again

at 12:15pm. Stop by and talk with them so you can decide which Life Group best fits your

schedule and sign up immediately.

Life Groups will begin meeting the week of November 29 (the first week of Advent) to

give you the support you need to help reduce the stress level this Christmas season!

CANCER CARE PRAYER SERVICE

TONIGHT!!! TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 6:30PM in the

Sanctuary

Please come to be encouraged and to pray for and with those you know and love who are

battling cancer.


FUN ‘N FROLIC & TLC

FNF: CHRISTMAS MADE IN THE SOUTH | Friday, November 13 | 9am – 3:30pm | $10 for ticket & travel | Sign up by Sunday, November 8 | As

Christmas time approaches, what better way to get ready for the season than to stroll the aisles for treasures at this year’s award-

winning 25th annual Christmas Made in the South!? CMitS is focused on keeping the world of fine artisans and craftspeople vibrant. This event offers amazing crafts,

outstanding art, and unique gourmet food to satisfy every demanding appetite.

FNF: THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER | Thursday, December 3 | 6:30 – 10:30pm | $12 for ticket & travel | Sign up by Sunday, November 15 | The show features the “worst kids in the

world”…the Herdman family, who smoke, steal, and drink jug wine. They go to church for the first time because they hear it serves snacks, and—despite protests from other church members—they are given roles in the Sunday School’s Christmas play, in which they tell the Christmas story in a

most unconventional way.

TLC: VETERAN’S LUNCH | Tuesday, November 10 | $5 | Sign up by Sunday, November 8 | Come and enjoy a delicious Italian meal as we honor our veterans. ALL VETERANS EAT FOR FREE!!!

There will be a couple of presentations from the Quilts of Valor as well.

Sign up on Connection Cards, through the church office, online (“registrations” under “calendar”), or through the church app!

Cost: $90 Additional

activities: Paintball ($20) &

Zipline/Rock Wall/Giant Swing

($20)

Register @ NewnanUTH.com!

KENYA 2016

There will be an informational meeting for those considering serving in Kenya as part of our

church’s mission team on Sunday, November 29 at 12:15pm in

the Parish Hall.

If you are interested but cannot attend this meeting, please contact JoAn

Kinrade ([email protected])


(top/right/bottom) Fall Festival!;

(below/left) JAM


Friendship Committee Ann Knight Morgan (2/14) | 27 Brookside

Newnan, GA | 678.643.5036

Bereavement Christian Sympathy is extended to the family of

Mary Leidich for the death of her sister.

Christian Sympathy is extended to the family of Laura Elliott for the death of her father.

Christian Sympathy is extended to the family of Leo & Gwen Harlan for the death of their

grandson.

Gifts Honorariums:

Mr. & Mrs. Hugh Palmer, Sr. by The Tamplin Family

November 1st Reporting Attendance

Worship Services Total 486 (8:30—140; 10:55—237; Connect—109) Sunday School 361 Church Membership 2280

Year-to-Date Financial Report Week Ending: 10/31/2015 Week #43 Total Tithes & Income $ 1,153,870 Total Expenses $ 1,268,281 Over/(Under) $ (114,411) Annual Budget $ 1,624,565 Capital Budget $ --------- Total Church Budget $ 1,624,565

NOVEMBER 8TH Official Greeters: All Church Members Head Ushers: Kim Duncan (8:30) Byron Keene (10:55) Acolytes: Lacey Daniell, Nolen Huey (8:30) Daphne Thomas, Lily Smith (10:55) Crucifer: Andrew Blackadar (10:55) Sunday School Greeters: Seekers Sunday School Class Sound Technicians: Jeff Williams, Thomas Coursey

NOVEMBER 15TH Official Greeters: All Church Members Head Ushers: Kim Duncan (8:30) Byron Keene (10:55) Acolytes: Abby Jackson, Rees Poulakos (8:30) Lendy Johnston, Leland McNabb (10:55) Crucifer: Jack Palmer (10:55) Sunday School Greeters: Seekers Sunday School Class Sound Technicians: Jeff Williams, Thomas Coursey

ADVENT WREATH KITS FOR SALE

Cost: $10 | Place your orders by Thursday, November 19 | Pick up on Sundays, November

22 or November 29 | Orders may be placed online, on Connection Cards, by calling the church office, or by using the forms found

around the church. | Payment due before pick-up | Included in kit: 1 straw wreath, 3 purple candles, 1 pink candle, 4 candle cups, floral

picks for greenery, & candle-lighting readings.

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 | 2:30PM | GATHERING ROOM | Topic: Exercise as

Medicine | Presenter: Jennifer H. Dreyer: B.S., M.Ed. from Georgia State Univ., AFAA

Advanced Personal Trainer & Certified Group Exercise Leader. | Emphasis: is on “Move & Learn” activities designed to offer those of

all ages with chronic diseases cardio strength, flexibility & balance training needed to safely improve health condition symptoms. Many of

the activities can be done while seated or standing.

JOB NETWORKING

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 | 6:00pm | Parish Hall | Come join us for our November 10th Network meeting where our meeting focus will be on "Retail Employment: Seasonal, Part-Time, Full-Time". We have invited several local area retailers who have part-time seasonal jobs for the

holidays. We have also invited local high school students and local job seekers looking for part-time employment during the holidays. After the presentation, you'll have a chance to meet our

guests and other company representatives present.


SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 8:30am Traditional Worship Service (S) 9:45am Sunday School 10:55am Traditional Worship Service (S) 11:00am Connect Worship Service (PH) 3:00pm Charge Conference (PH) 5:00pm Youth Choir (CR) Study: Run for God (1st Ave. Park) 5:30pm Cancer Care Training (Annex) 6:00pm Study: Living Prayer (Annex) Confirmation (201) Yard Flix (Courtyard)

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9 3:00pm Ladies Service Group (GR) 4:30pm Joybells Rehearsal (BR) 5:30pm NHS Volleyball Banquet (PH) 5:45pm Inspirations Rehearsal (CR) 6:30pm Study: John the Apostle (Annex) 6:45pm Masterworks Chorale (CR)

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10

9:30am Swingin’ Singin’ Seniors (CR) 10:45am TLC: Veterans Lunch (PH) 6:00pm Job Networking (PH) 6:15pm DivorceCare (Annex) 6:30pm Trustees Meeting (Annex)

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 9:00am Women’s Study (Annex) 4:15pm GROW (207/209) Cherub Choir (203) Wesley Choir (CR) Young Ringers (BR) 5:00pm Mid-week Communion (C) Wednesday Night Supper (PH) 5:15pm Carol Choir (CR) 5:45pm Parish Choir (BR) 6:30pm Study: Let’s Talk (203) Study: On A Lighter Note (Annex) 6:45pm Chancel Choir (CR)

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 6:00pm Chrysalis Board Meeting (GR) 7:00pm Connect Band Rehearsal (PH)

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13

9:00am FnF: Christmas Made in the South 5:00pm Emmaus Gathering (PH)

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 8:30am Traditional Worship Service (S) 9:15am Life Group Signups (PH) 9:45am Sunday School 10:55am Traditional Worship Service (S) 11:00am Connect Worship Service (PH) 12:15pm Life Group Signups (PH) 2:00pm Piano Recital (PH) 5:00pm Youth Choir (CR) Study: Run for God (1st Ave. Park) 5:30pm Cancer Care Training (Annex) 6:00pm Confirmation (201) Uth (PH)

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16 10:00am Martha’s Circle (GR) 4:30pm Joybells Rehearsal (BR) 5:45pm Inspirations Rehearsal (CR) 6:00pm Finance Meeting (Annex) 6:30pm Study: John the Apostle (Annex) 6:45pm Masterworks Chorale (CR)

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 7:00pm Men’s Prayer Breakfast (GR) 9:30am Prayer Shawl Ministry (GR) Swingin’ Singin’ Seniors (CR) 5:30pm Women’s Gala (PH)

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 9:00am Women’s Study (Annex) 9:30am FnF: HIGH Museum 4:15pm GROW (207/209) Cherub Choir (203) Wesley Choir (CR) Young Ringers (BR) 5:00pm Mid-week Communion (C) 5:15pm Carol Choir (CR) Wednesday Night Supper (PH) 5:45pm Parish Choir (BR) 6:30pm Study: Let’s Talk (203) Study: On A Lighter Note (Annex) 6:45pm Chancel Choir (CR)

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 6:30pm Stephen Ministry Supervision (203) 7:00pm Connect Band Rehearsal (PH)

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20

9:30am Preschool Thanksgiving Feast (PH)

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21 2:00pm Estelle Lantzy: Birthday Party (PH)

NEWNAN FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 33 Greenville St. Newnan, GA 30263 770.253.7400 | NewnanFUMC.org

TO:


PRESCHOOL NEWS Everyone had a great time at the Fall Festival (pictures on p.5)!

Thank you to Karen Oothoudt and the Preschool Parent Council for decorating and preparing the food! Thank you to Ansley Campbell for assisting me in purchasing the

potatoes and chili stuff! Thank you to the preschool parents for food donations. Thank you to Seth Pass and the other preschool dads who helped set up and take down the

games. Thank you to Brent Ritter and the Youth for helping the children play the games. Thank you to the teachers for working the dinner and cleaning up afterwards. A BIG

thank you to Martin Pate for sharing his artistic talent with us and making the games for the children. It was so much fun and I appreciate all of you who attended!

I am thankful for your support of our program!

Blessings,

-Nancy Martin

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