May 9, 2018 | Volume 17 Issue 5 jacksonfumc.org DOWNTOWN FOR GOOD
FIRST EDITION
A Newsletter Publication of First United Methodist Church, Jackson, Tennessee
Sunday, May 20, 2018 Senior Recognition
We will commission another graduating class of seniors! We invite you to join us at the 11 o’clock service in the sanctuary on May 20th to celebrate and send-off the class of 2018. These students will also be leading the worship service for the congregation! We hope you’ll come out to support our seniors.
Graduating High School Seniors:
Pentecost Sunday 8:55 a.m. First Awakening
Celebrating the Day of Pentecost Sky McCracken, preaching.
Kylie Adams Charles Lambert Byrd Trey Corley Wesley Hudson Wells Johnstone Miles Martin Clark Mitchell
Mini-Fest Memories by Margaret Harrison
It was thirty nine years ago, 1979, when then Senior Pastor Jack Henton asked this question to then children’s choir director, Nancy Rahm: “Could you put together a children’s musical in a week’s time in a day camp setting?” Knowing Mrs. Rahm and the history of Mini-Fest, we now know that she did just that and it has continued for these past thirty nine years.
1979
2018
This year’s Mini-Fest for children who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade will recreate history by resurrecting the original Mini-Fest production, “Down By the Creek Bank” and also return to the original rehearsal format and performance. Over the years the week of music, art, drama, dance, and recreation has attracted children from the community as well as showcasing our own church children in the performance at the end
Nicole New Gehrig Rabun Trevor Spencer Caroline Vaughan Corey Wyatt Jill Yates Alden Cardwell of the week long camp. Parent Nancy Byrd Piercey, an original cast member in the 1979 production, reflected on how excited she is to recreate the musical which started it all. Dad Scott Murray remembers his first participation was in “Hebrew Super Bowl” where Beth Burnette Patterson played the role of Delilah by using a puppet. Wow! Such good memories from so many years of putting together these fabulous productions. Other young parents in the church recall participating in such productions as ”Go, Go, Go Jonah”, “Hebrew Super Bowl”, “Creation Sensation”, and of course, many others as the years have flown by. Thank you Dr. Henton and Nancy Rahm for starting what has become an institution for our church and community. Register your children now for this year’s re-creation of “Down by the Creek Bank” where it all started in 1979. Details on page 8.
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New Member & Baptism
Mission Corner
SERVING OPPORTUNITIES
Partnership with Lincoln Elementary School by Paula Butler, Missions Team
During this school year, First United Methodist Church has been a faithful PIE Partner (Partner in Education) for Lincoln Elementary School. In addition to having 27 volunteers for TEAM READ, members have provided other services and assistance to Lincoln throughout this school year. Welcome Paula Jones, mother of Jenni Gibson, who joined Sunday, April 15 during the 11 a.m. service.
Henry Richard Taylor received the sacrament of holy baptism on Sunday, April 22. Son of Ashley & Brian Taylor. Proud brother & sister are Jack & Anna.
Pianos Available
FUMC is blessed with two pianos that are currently not being used. They would be perfect for a family to use or even someone just learning to play. They are meant to be used and will provide years of enjoyment for the right owner. The Trustees have approved the sale of these pianos and we are asking $100 each. You would also need to pay to have them moved to your location. If interested, we can provide the name of a reputable piano mover and piano tuner. If you or someone you know are interested in purchasing either of these pianos, please contact Tricia Odom, Operations Manager either by phone at 731.422.4002 or email todom@ jacksonfumc.org.
In the Fall, we provided school supplies and the “Kids Who Care Club” provided 80 plus coats for the students at Lincoln. Our congregations’ generosity continued at Christmas by providing donations to give each faculty and staff member at Lincoln a $25 gift certificate. The faculty and staff were overwhelmed and said no one had ever done such a nice thing for them. Members helped school staff on their Literacy Night that had a theme of the “Polar Express”. Members helped with various crafts, greeted parents and served hot chocolate. Team Read coaches helped host Christmas parties for the students they work with by providing refreshments and giving each student a book they purchased for their students. They also did this again this Spring at the end of Team Read. In January, the Men’s Bible Study helped prepare, delivered and served a delicious spaghetti luncheon to people in the community who attended Lincoln’s Community Summit. They fed and served between 100-150 people!
On the Great Day of Service a group of members went to Lincoln to work in the library helping with various tasks and also worked outside to clean the yard and the rock garden. We have also provided school uniforms for students as needed. This Spring, we will be providing assistance with Lincoln’s Field Day, help with school inventory and in the library. Lincoln’s faculty and staff are very grateful for all that Jackson First UMC does for their school and nominated the church for the “Golden Apple Award,” an award given by the Chamber of Commerce each year to the PIE Partners that have provided exemplary services for their school. A breakfast was hosted by the Chamber honoring PIE Partners on May 4 at the Jackson Golf and Country Club. Kathy Abrams and Paula Butler attended the breakfast and received the “Golden Apple Award” on behalf of the church. If you have any ideas about things we can do for Lincoln, please contact the Missions Team.
HOSTS NEEDED FOR ROOM IN THE INN (RITI) Five dates are open for Sunday School classes and/or individuals/ groups to host the 2018 Summer/Fall season. Dates available are May 26, July 7, July 21, August 4, and October 27. Thanks to The Well class for hosting September 29. Will you serve? Contact Donna Hampton, donnahamp2002@ yahoo.com or Beth Bates, batesb@aol.com.
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Inspirational Reads by Pastor Eddie Bromley
Summer is here, and many of us will be traveling and spending time relaxing with friends and family. This down-time also provides an opportunity for doing a little reading; and I’d like to offer a few suggestions from my own stack of books. Let’s start with something that will make you feel glad to be alive and ready to take on the world. Brene Brown’s Rising Strong shows us how having the courage to lean into discomfort, allows us to be honest about our vulnerabilities and imperfections, while striving to be our best. Her research and the telling of her own story will inspire you to think about love, parenting, and leadership in a whole new way. Next, we will look at biographies. N.T. Wright’s Paul: A Biography gives us a new look at one of the most influential Christian thinkers of all time. Love him or hate him, you cannot take a serious look at Christianity without considering the life and work of the Apostle Paul. In Wright’s own words, “The problem is
that Paul is central to any understanding of earliest Christianity, yet Paul was a Jew; for many generations Christians of all kinds have struggled to put this together.” Third, we will take a look at leadership. Tom Bolsinger’s Canoeing the Mountains uses the story of Lewis and Clark to talk about navigating leadership challenges in a rapidly changing world. Though, originally written for church leaders, I believe the insights can be applied to any field of leadership. Finally, fun and inspiring. The book Mean Dads for A Better America, by Tom Shillue is a look at some of the values the author learned by growing up in 1970s America. This humorous reminiscing will give you a playful way of thinking about the challenges facing families today, and will give you an appreciation for the good that can still be found in everyday life. I hope that at least one of these selections will catch your eye and the reading from this list will make for a richer experience this summer.
Senior Adult Ministries
FRIDAY, MAY 18
“Natural and Cultural Treasures of Tennessee” Guest speaker, Randy Hedgepath, statewide naturalist for the TN state park system has spent the last 35 years with state parks. In this program, he will show some of the special natural wonders and relate the stories associated with their history.
Program 11:00 a.m. Luncheon 12:00 p.m. Clayton Hall $7 / person To reserve seating, contact Barbara Barker at bbarker157@ aol.com (preferred) or 731-6684435. Deadline for reservations is noon on Tuesday, May 15. Advance reservations required for meal planning. A reservation, if not cancelled by noon on Tuesday before the Friday luncheon, is a commitment.
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Adultivities for Everyone
ADULTIVITIES
Susan Crocker, scrocker@jacksonfumc.org
“Greece in the Footsteps of Paul the Apostle”... an ecumenical tour led by Biblical scholars. Spring of 2019 Barbara and Emmett Barker
Adventures in Learning Many thanks to Barbara and Emmett Barker for their leadership with Adventures in Learning (AIL) and the Senior Adult Council since January 2017. They are stepping down as co-chairs following the May 18 Adventures in Learning. (They're not leaving… just ready for a break). The Senior Adult Council will continue with planning under Adult Ministries led by Susan Crocker and Bobbie Mays. Lunch and Learn programs will resume starting September 21. Watch for details this summer and for an exciting new program, OWLS (Older, Wiser, Laughing, Seniors)!
MEN AT FIRST
Jackson FUMC
Thursdays, 9-10 a.m.
Church library We talk about everything under the sun, and we have our opinion - come share yours!
Greek Desserts and Coffee, too An informal meeting will be held June 5th at 6 p.m. in the church library. Sawyer, the Colette representative is coming to answer any questions. No commitment and no solid date yet. Come and learn more!
75th Anniversary of
“Casablanca”
June 14 • 2 p.m. Church library
It’s hot outside… come watch an afternoon movie together with Vicki Ridenhour. Vicki screens old movies each week on Blue Suede Forever with Steve Bowers on WTJS 93.1 on Fridays at 8:45 a.m. The radio program is also filmed live for JEA Channel 6 and the Blue Suede Forever Facebook page. “Here’s looking at you, kid”
Men at First Susan Crocker, scrocker@jacksonfumc.org
Shiloh Trip with Jim Weaver
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Women at First
What’s Been Happening?
Susan Crocker, scrocker@jacksonfumc.org
HOLY GUACAMOLE Tex-Mex Cooking Class with Andrew Boks
White Oak Farms Pop-Up Fair
Thursday, June 28 • 6 p.m. Jamie Sullivan’s “casita” Space for 13, so register early!
Let's Fiesta! Register at jacksonfumc.org or use the FUMC app.
$20 due at time of booking. We don’t want to run out of guacamole!
Between Friends Book Club 11 a.m. at the Baker’s Rack May 16 Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark T. Sullivan
June 20 What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty
That’s Entertainment!
UMW
Lydia Circle
May 10 • 6:00 p.m.
at the home of Mona Miller 18 Old Stage Road
Bring an appetizer & a friend. We will be watching the movie “War Room” starring Priscilla Shirer.
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Calendar of Events Calendar subject to change. Please call the church office, 422-4002 or check the calendar at jacksonfumc.org
Sunday, June 3 Wednesaday, May 23 Sunday, May 13 8:55 AM First Awakening Service 10:00 AM Pastor’s Bible Study Mother’s Day 8:55 AM First Awakening Service 10:00 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service
Monday, May 14 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball 6:00 PM SPRC Meeting Tuesday, May 15 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 9:00 AM UMFMTC Meeting 6:00 PM Discipleship Team Meeting 6:30 PM Bible Study and Fellowship Wednesday, May 16 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 10:00 AM Pastor’s Bible Study 11:30 AM Rotary Club Lunch Meeting 2:00 PM Prayer Team Meeting 6:00 PM Handbells 6:00 PM VBS Training 6:30 PM First Awakening Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir Thursday, May 17 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball 6:00 PM Children’s Sunday School Meeting
11:30 AM Rotary Club Lunch Meeting 2:00 PM Prayer Team Meeting 6:00 PM Handbells 6:30 PM First Awakening Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir
10:00 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service
Thursday, May 24 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball
Tuesday, June 5 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 6:00 PM Trip Informational Meeting 6:30 PM Bible Study and Fellowship
Friday, May 25 No church events scheduled Saturday, May 26 5:00 PM Room In The Inn Sunday, May 27 8:55 AM First Awakening Service 10:00 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service Monday, May 28 Memorial Day Church Office Closed Tuesday, May 29 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 6:30 PM Bible Study and Fellowship
Friday, May 18 11:00 AM Adventures in Learning 4:00 PM Member Wedding Rehearsal 7:00 PM Hands Up! Preschool Graduation
Wednesday, May 30 10:00 AM Pastor’s Bible Study 11:30 AM Rotary Club Lunch Meeting 2:00 PM Prayer Team Meeting 6:00 PM Handbells 6:30 PM First Awakening Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir
Saturday, May 19 Senior Saturday 4:00 PM Member Wedding
Thursday, May 31 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball
Sunday, May 20 Senior Sunday 8:55 AM First Awakening Service 10:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 AM Senior Brunch 11:00 AM Traditional Service 3:30 PM Jubilate 5:00 PM Youth Small Groups
Friday, June 1 7:00 AM United Way Appreciation Breakfast
Monday, May 21 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball
Sunday, June 3 - Tuesday, June 5 • Annual Conference (Paducah)
Tuesday, May 22 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 6:30 PM Bible Study and Fellowship
Sunday, June 3 - Friday, June 8 • “Collide” Middle School Mission Trip
Monday, June 4 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball
Wednesday, June 6 11:30 AM Rotary Club Lunch Meeting 2:00 PM Prayer Team Meeting 6:00 PM Handbells 6:30 PM First Awakening Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir Thursday, June 7 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 5:00 PM Master Gardeners 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball Friday, June 8 No church events scheduled Saturday, June 9 12:00 AM Denton Texas Youth Group Sunday, June 10 12:00 AM Denton Texas Youth Group Youth Missions Trip to Philadelphia 8:55 AM First Awakening Service 10:00 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service 2:00 PM Auditions for Performing Arts Week Solos and Parts
Regular church office hours are: 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. Friday
Saturday, June 2 10:00 AM Baby Shower 12:00 AM Troop 1299 from Allen Texas Overnight in Gym
In observance of Memorial Day, the church office will be closed May 28.
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Stained glass window in the Sanctuary of Church of the Resurrection. Each panel is 4’x5’.
The Caring Congregation by John Yarbrough
Jackson FUMC has always been known as a "caring congregation". When any of our members are in need, other members step forward and take care of the needs of these members. In an effort to ensure continuance of being a "caring congregation" and to further enhance our efforts, Liz McCracken, Lisa Harper, Jan Kelley, and I were sent to the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas to participate and learn ways to improve our being a "caring congregation".
From Thursday, April 19-21st, the four of us attended "The Congregation Care Ministry Seminar" held in the Wesley Covenant Chapel of the Church of the Resurrection. The seminar was led by Rev. Karen Lampe who leads their Congregational Care Program and teaches others how to become or how to improve being a "caring congregation.
that are in need of our support. We toured their campus facilities which were recently shared on CBS's 60 Minutes program. We walked their 8 step Prayer Walk on their campus and also attended their "Care Night" held on Thursday nights that provides dinner, a service, and breakout meetings to all of the support groups they have.
Liz, Jan, Lisa, and I attended different pre-conference courses, then attended the rest of the seminar with the other 200 plus participants. Through these sessions we learned new ideas on how to continue what we are presently doing and how to better serve those of our congregation
We learned a lot, had a wonderful experience, and plan to begin meeting to bring some new ideas to fruition to you - our "caring congregation". As we proceed, we will certainly want ideas and input from you on how we can better serve each other in our times of need.
Youth News Open to 7th-12th graders
Christian Hesling, Youth Pastor (chesling@jacksonfumc.org) Search for “The Current UMY” on Facebook
Summer is HERE and Youth Week 2018 is quickly approaching. All 6-12th grade students are invited to join us from July 15-18 for this annual gathering! We’ll be returning to the University of Memphis, Lambuth Campus once again this summer. To sign up or to learn more,
Open to area Middle School & High School Students!
Register at jacksonfumc.org Early Bird Price is $125/student or use the FUMC app until June 1. Price after June 1 or contact Christian Hesling at chesling@jacksonfumc.org #Jyw2018
is $150/student. Registration deadline July 1.
Tuesday Evenings Intergenerational Bible Study and Fellowship 6:30 p.m. at Andrews Chapel 3820 Brownsville Road, Highway 70, Jackson, TN 30301 Join a study of The Beatitudes through May. All ages are invited! Come and share in conversations of faith journeys and family life, prayer, singing, and digging deeper into the Bible. Light refreshments around the table…nourishment for the body and spirit! - Pastor Lisa
BOOK OF
REVELATION BIBLE STUDY
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS
Begins August 8 10-11 a.m. Rm. 118
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Memorials & Honoraria IN LOVING MEMORY OF CHARLES ROTH Roanne Nace Paula Nace Rushing Chuck and Patsy Camp May Scott Dr. and Mrs. Ronald H. Kirkland Ann and Ernest Lawrence Donald and Susan McCauley Mr. and Mrs. Clark Roth Lowell and MaryAnn Stonecipher Ray and Liz Bryant Paul and Barbara Teague Lina and Fred Bowyer Gayle Crocker David and Janis Fite Hunter and Suzanne Welles Alice and Carl Kirkland Brenda Alexander (Building fund) Jerry and Mona Ward Gertrude Driver Melba Homra Robyn and Russell Lents Tom and Joyce Roth Mark and Debra Owen (Missions) The Jackson Country Club Kay and Bob Carney Dr. and Mrs. Lee Sheppard, Jr. John and Henrietta Kendall Mike and Paula Butler Todd and Lee Driver Jim Hicks
Children’s Ministry Jenni Thorn, Director of Children’s Ministry (jthorn@jacksonfumc.org) Search for “The Backyard - Jackson FUMC Children’s Ministry” on Facebook
June 11-15 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Performing Arts Camp
Only a few spots left!
Minifest 2018
BETTIE BETTERMAN Chuck and Patsy Camp FRANK BULLE (Cathy Clayton’s father) Evelyn Johns Borden
Register at jacksonfumc.org or use the FUMC app
JACK TUCKER (Hunter and Suzanne Welles’ son-in-law) Alice Eblen Evelyn Johns Borden GENE SMITH Judith Hazlewood Tyler and Kathryn Swindle Dr. and Mrs. King Bond Mike and Paula Butler Hunter and Suzanne Welles Becky Jennings Chuck and Patsy Camp Alice and Carl Kirkland Hope Voegeli DR. JAMES McLEMORE Tyler and Kathryn Swindle Dr. and Mrs. King Bond Hope Voegeli Chuck and Patsy Camp Camille and Ralph Jones Alice and Carl Kirkland Betsy and Pat Heaberg Evelyn Johns Borden Jim Hicks
July 8-11 5:30-8:00 PM
Vacation Bible School
Ages 4 - 5th grade No cost Monday & Wednesday 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. May 30-July 30 Ages 2 - 5th grade To register or for more information, contact Jenni Thorn, kidsatfirst@jacksonfumc.org
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the attendance each Sunday at Sunday school as well as church. The class directory from 1964 listed 166 members.
Dick Nunn Sunday School Class – A History and a Heritage by Barbara Weaver
In the early fall of 1939, there was no class for “Young Marrieds’” at First Church – in fact there was no class at all for couples. A group of young couples, led by Johnny and Jane Parham helped form a young couples class and convinced Dick Nunn to assume the duties of teacher. Thus, 79 years ago the Dick Nunn class was formed. The only stipulation Dick made to them was that they must work to make the class grow and become a success. The class indeed grew and prospered. The first president was Curtiss Sullivan. In WW2, many members were called into service. It was during this time 194445 that the class elected it’s first female president – Merry Dell Woods. After the war, those former members returned to Jackson and again assumed their responsibilities in the class and in the church. In 1949, the average attendance of the class was 57. The class continued to grow and first hit the 100 mark on Easter of 1951 – with 113 present. Shortly after that, the class moved into Newman Center – which was the only vacant space large enough for the class and their piano. The class always sang songs and prayed. Members were heard to say that they felt as if they had been to church. In the 1955-56 class year the class reached 165 members and had an average attendance of 98. A written history of the class from the 1950’s stated that the Dick Nunn Class represented at least 10% of
In the late seventies, Dick retired from his teaching position, but he along with Blanche, remained active in the class as long as they were able. When Dick passed away, the class honored him with stained glass inserts in the doors to the classroom in Newman Center. Those doors are now in the Dick Nunn Class room. Other teachers from past years are Dr. Jim Price, Larry Butler, Rev. Lloyd Ramer, Rev. Lawrence Hay, Jerry Woodall, and Betty Morris. There may have been others who taught before Jim and I joined the class in 1982 that I do not know their names. When the class closed our teachers were Barbara Weaver, Mike Butler, Andrea Woods, and Wes Clayton. Nancy Rahm was our pianist until her death. We are so grateful for their faithfulness. Wes reminded us that when he was invited to become a teacher, he was advised that he could teach on any subject – “as long as it was biblically based.” Over the years the class has had many members who “passed through” as they moved on to other cities, as they were transferred with their jobs as well as to death, but most of the core members continued to live in Jackson and remained in the class and church. The cross that hangs in the sanctuary behind the choir was hand made by Billy Harris, who was a charter member of the Class. A memorial plaque lists names of deceased members. Yes – the Dick Nunn Class was the first “Young Married” class at First Church. A marvelous spirit of fellowship was one of the motivating forces behind this class. That spirit of fellowship, along with a desire to stay connected, persisted to the end of the Class. It is with huge sadness that we say “Goodbye” to this Class who has had such a great history with this church. The heritage left by this class is all the children and grandchildren of those members who are current members of First United Methodist Church – as well as those who “went out into the world”, with training from First United Methodist Church.
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Happy Mother’s Day! Memorials & Honoraria ROBERT E. CURLIN (Robert Curlin’s uncle) Evelyn Johns Borden RAYBURN ANTHONY (Jeffrey Anthony’s father) Mark and Debra Owen (Music) LUCILE LACY The Rebekah Circle Brenda Alexander (Building Fund) EVA MAE CAVANAUGH (Sandy Brunner’s mother) Mark and Debra Owen ((Music) Ann and Ernest Lawrence ELIZABETH DRIVER (Todd Driver’s sister) Ann and Ernest Lawrence Gayle Crocker GEORGE STONECIPHER, JR. (Lowell Stonecipher’s brother) David and Janis Fite DR. JO FLEMING Brenda Alexander (Music) BOBBY SMITH AUSTIN (Gary Austin’s father) Jerry and Mona Ward IN LOVING HONOR OF: MARGARET HARRISON Ray and Liz Bryant DR. LUCIUS R. WRIGHT, MD Colonel and Mrs. Lucius F. Wright, Jr.
If you know of a church member in the hospital, please contact Jan Kelley, 422-4002 or jkelley@jacksonfumc.org to help us with congregational care.
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Sunday Morning Worship Sunday, May 13 Mother’s Day
Sky McCracken, preaching 8:55 & 11:00 a.m. | Sunday School at 10 a.m.
Pentecost Sunday, May 20 Senior Recognition
Sky McCracken, preaching 8:55 a.m. | Sunday School at 10 a.m.
Sunday, May 27
Sky McCracken, preaching • Isaiah 6:1-8 8:55 & 11:00 a.m. | Sunday School at 10 a.m.
Sunday, June 3
Sky McCracken, preaching • 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 8:55 & 11:00 a.m. | Sunday School at 10 a.m.
Christian Hesling, preaching 11:00 a.m.
The next publication of the First Edition Newsletter will be Wednesday, June 6, 2018
In observance of Memorial Day, the church office will be closed May 28, 2018.