GUATEMALA MISSION TRIP REPORT I woke up this morning to an electronic alarm, walked to my fully plumbed bathroom, and took a warm shower. I walked into my closet and chose what I would wear and then into my family room and turned on the TV to check the weather and news. From there, I went through my dining room to the kitchen, filled the Keurig with clean and safe water from my sink, made coffee and got something to eat out of the fridge. When finished, I left my home, locking the doors, got in my vehicle and drove the 5 miles to my work. This might sound like a typically morning in the life of someone who lives and works in Newnan, GA, but is not how a large portion of the world lives. With nearly 15 million in population, Guatemala has the largest economy in Central America, but around 60% of their population lives below the national poverty line of $2 per day (25% make less than $1 per day). That was not a typo, our lunch probably cost more than the majority of Guatemalans will make in a week. Shockingly, nearly 50% of Guatemalans live in inadequate housing, with about 1.25 million people living in homes made of cornstalks or scavenged materials. Education accounts for only 2.6% of Guatemala’s GDP and the average Guatemalan child will only go to school for 3.5 years. It is a very different place than Newnan, GA. On February 25th, 19 church members from Newnan First returned from a mission trip to Guatemala. While there our team had the opportunity to be God’s hands and feet as He built a new home for a family in San Raymundo. Gloria and Jennifer Patzan had lived in a home measuring about 16ft x 20ft with their extended family for the last 16 years (since Jennifer was born to Gloria). They had lived there together with 12 other people. What we built for them would be considered a shed here in America, but is was a mansion for them. We also had the opportunity to visit and participate in some classes at a school which is making a tremendous impact on their community as they fight to educate and change the course of life for as many Guatemalan children as they can. We saw and were able to participate in the work of the Kingdom as God is restoring and renewing a community of people in San Raymundo. I’d like to invite you to the Connect service this Sunday, March 11th at 11am in the Parish Hall as members of our Guatemalan mission team share their experiences from our time there. We’ll hear from adults and students on various different topics and views, and hopefully you’ll find encouragement to remember that…
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We are all in His mission field,
Brent Ritter Student Minister
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YOUTH CHOIR
MARCH 6, 2018
MUSIC NOTES
You are singing for Connect next Sunday, March 18. Please meet in the Parish Hall at 10:45am.
CHANCEL CHOIR
CHERUB CHOIR
You are singing for 10:55 Traditional worship next Sunday, March 18. Please meet in Room 105 at 10:45am.
IRELAND, ANYONE?
You are singing for 8:30 & 10:55 Traditional worship The Chancel Choir is making plans now to sing in Irenext Sunday, March 18. Please meet in the Sanctuary at land with Joseph Martin in the summer of 2019. Please 8am. Your orchestra rehearsal is Sat., March 17, at 10am. let me know if you're interested in joining us! Non-singers are welcome. Please email dkinrade@newnanfumc. INSPIRATIONS org for more information! You are singing for 8:30 and 10:55 Traditional worship next Sunday, March 18. Please meet in the Sanctuary at -David Kinrade 8am.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER & ACTIVITIES
EASTER LILIES ON SALE NOW!!!
Don't forget to sign up for supper!
Easter lilies are now on sale in memory or in honor of a loved one. You can find forms throughout the church. Please return completed forms and payment in to the church office.
3/7: Pork loin, mashed potatoes, green beans (March Birthdays recognized this night!) 3/14: Lasagna, Texas toast, salad
Cost: $10 each | ORDERS DUE BY MARCH 14!
FUN 'N FROLIC THE ARK ENCOUNTER: MONDAY, JULY 9 - FRIDAY, JULY 13 IF INTERESTED, CALL KAREN NOW! ($150 deposit due at signup) Cost: $499/person (double occupancy); $479/person (triple occupancy); $678 for single person; PLUS $20/person for tips & snacks (This is paid separately from the initial trip expense.) TRIP INCLUDES: 8 meals (4 breakfasts & 4 dinners); admission to the Ark Encounter, Creation Museum, Newport Aquarium, Cincinnati Zoo, and Botanical Gardens; motorcoach (w/restroom) transportation. Trip insurance is also available. TO SIGN UP/FOR MORE INFO: Email Karen (koothoudt@newnanfumc.org) SUNTRUST STADIUM TOUR: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11 | 9:30am-3:30pm | Cost: $20 | Sign up by March 28 | Enjoy this 90-minute tour of the new SunTrust Braves Stadium. Sit in the dugout and see what the players see during a game. Check out the Press Box. Hear about the Braves and see all that the Stadium has to offer. After the tour lunch will be in the Battery – the new dining and shopping experience just outside the Stadium.
SPAGHETTI SUPPER BENEFITTING THE GROVE FRIDAY, MARCH 23 | 4:30-7:30pm | Parish Hall Come get some great food (spaghetti & sauce--with or without meat--salad, bread, homemade dessert, & drink) to benefit this great ministry aimed at helping those church members who find themselves in need due to illness or other unforseen circumstances. Cost: $8/person If you would like to buy or sell tickets, or volunteer, contact Ansley Campbell (678.643.5036) 2
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MARCH 6, 2018
MUSIC FOR THE SEASON SUNDAY, MARCH 18 | 8:30 & 10:55 Traditional Services A special service of music for the season will be presented by our Chancel Choir, Inspirations, Cherub Choir, and guest orchestra! Don't miss this opportunity to worship together!
12:00pm (noon) on Wednesdays Bring $ for lunch donation.
GIVE IT UP FOR LENT
MARCH 7: St. George Catholic Church
Donate $1 per day for the 40 days of Lent. 100% of the donations go to fill the shelves of local food pantries. Your $40 can purchase 400 pounds of food.
MARCH 14 : Newnan FUMC MARCH 21 : Central Baptist MARCH 28 : Newnan Presbyterian
NEW YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
Last year we donated $12,000 to purchase 60 TONS of food! Donations can be placed in the offering plate (mark checks for Give It Up) or after church services placed in the donation containers as you leave.
2 UPCOMING EVENTS! MEET & GREET: Friday, March 16 @ 6pm Pizza dinner and childcare...all free! Come and fellowship together as you hear about the plans for this new ministry. Ages: Anywhere from college to 40s...married...single...ALL are invited to check this out! Bring your ideas of what you would like to see this group do in future events! SUNTRUST STADIUM TOUR: Saturday, April 21 | 9:30am-3:30pm | Cost: $20 | Sign up by April 9 Join us for this new ministry's FIRST TRIP to SunTrust Stadium for a tour! Enjoy this 90 minute tour of the new SunTrust Braves Stadium. Sit in the dugout and see what the players see during a game. Check out the Press Box. Hear about the Braves and see all that the Stadium has to offer. After the tour lunch will be in the Battery – the new dining and shopping experience just outside the Stadium. There are several restaurants to choose from. Childcare can be provided at the church for a minimal cost. When you sign up be sure to say if you need child care.
Help make it happen - 60 TONS of food for those who don't have enough to eat.
CHURCH-WIDE BRAVES GAME! TUESDAY, MAY 29 Braves vs. Mets Cost: $20/ticket Signups will continue until all tickets are sold! Don't wait to get yours! More info to come. Email Karen (koothoudt@newnanfumc.org) with any questions.
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MARCH 6, 2018
SAVE-THE-DATES VBS: June 18-21 4-year-olds thru rising 6th GROW Day Camp: July 16-20 | Rising 1st-6th Sign up now @ GrowDayCamps.org
SATURDAY, MARCH 24 4-8pm | Parish Hall $15/first child; $10/second child; $5/third child; $30/family max | Visit NewnanFUMC.org and click the banner to sign up and pay online! Deadline: March 21!
Kids Mission Camp: July 24-26 | Rising 3rd-6th
EASTER SUNDAY WORSHIP 7am | Sunrise Service (with Newnan Presbyterian and Newnan Chapel UMC) | Greenville St. Park 8:30 & 10:55am | Traditional Worship Service Sanctuary HOLY (MAUNDY) THURSDAY WORSHIP 7pm | Sanctuary
11:00am | Contemporary Worship Service Parish Hall
GOOD FRIDAY PRAYER SERVICE 12pm | Sanctuary
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MARCH 6, 2018
(top 6) The PS Consignment Sale was a big success! (bottom 9) Guatemala Mission Trip 5
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MARCH 6, 2018
IN THE LIFE OF THE CHURCH
MARCH 4 REPORTING th
Attendance Worship Services Total (8:30 - 142; 10:55 - 365; Connect - 105) Church Membership
SYMPATHIES Christian sympathy is extended to the Robert Alter and Jeff Williams families for the loss of Joe Stansell, Robert's nephew and Jeff's cousin.
Year-to-Date Financial Report Week Ending: 3/3/2018
Christian sympathy is extended to Leo Harlan, Susan LeMaire and family, and Scott Harlan and family, for the loss of Leo's wife, Gwen (Susan's mother and Scott's grandmother).
612 2324 Week #8
Total Tithes & Income: $ 242,688 Total Expenses: $ 232,163 Over/(Under): $ 10,525 -----------------------------------------------------------------CHURCH BUDGET $ 1,662,108
Christian sympathy is extended to Becky Bright and family for the death of her father, J.W. Hartley. BIRTH Elizabeth (Bett) Nilington Murphy, granddaughter of Ann & Don Phillips, was born to Laura & Jack Murphy on February 27.
IN MEMORIAM
Joseph Wilton "J.W." Hartley 1/3/1922 - 2/22/2018
“Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” -Psalm 23:6
BAPTISM Margaret Finley Moore--daughter of Brett & Jennie--was baptized on Sunday, March 4.
IN MEMORIAM
MARCH 11th
TRADITIONAL Head Ushers: Kim Duncan (8:30) Matt Rossey & Phil Harris (10:55) Acolytes: TBD, TBD (8:30) Cordia Garrett, Kate Sears (10:55) Crucifer: TBD (10:55) Sunday School Greeters: Life in the Spirit Sunday School Class Sound Techs: Jeff Williams, Jim Leake CONNECT Head Ushers: Kevin Daniell, David Camp Sound Techs: Annie Workman, Logan Patton Video Techs: Moses Lopez, Ashton Wallace
Gwendolyn Helloise Harlan 3/28/1934 - 3/3/2018
“Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” -Psalm 23:6
THANK YOU! I wish to thank everyone for the gift of a cruise given to me back in September in honor of my 25 years. Greg and I finally were able to take that cruise and we just returned from a Hawaiian cruise around the islands. It was a trip of a lifetime and we were blessed with a beautiful and relaxing vacation! Your gift made it possible and I can’t thank you enough for your kindness. It is a privilege to be your Program Director and to serve alongside you all.
MARCH 18th
TRADITIONAL Head Ushers: Kim Duncan (8:30) Matt Rossey & Phil Harris (10:55) Acolytes: Ann Marie Harlan, TBD (8:30) Elizabeth Walker, Addy Welden (10:55) Crucifer: Corinne Terrell (10:55) Sunday School Greeters: Life in the Spirit Sunday School Class Sound Techs: Jeff Williams, Jim Leake CONNECT Head Ushers: Kevin Daniell, David Camp Sound Techs: Annie Workman, Logan Patton Video Techs: Moses Lopez, Ashton Wallace
Thank you!
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MARCH 6, 2018
SUNDAY, MARCH 11 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS: SPRING FORWARD! 8:30am Traditional Worship Service (S) 9:45am Sunday School 10:55am Traditional Worship Service (S) 11:00am Connect Worship Service (PH) 12:30pm Easter Egg Hunt (795 Emmett Yng Rd) 4:30pm Youth Choir Ensemble (CR) 5:00pm Youth Choir Rehearsal (CR) 6:00pm UTH Worship & Small Groups (YL) ROOT 345 (211) Women's Study: Finding I Am Financial Peace University (A212) 10:00am 4:30pm 5:45pm 6:45pm
MONDAY, MARCH 12 PS Registration (Currently Enrolled) Worship Roles Meeting Joybells Rehearsal (BR) Inspirations Rehearsal (CR) Masterworks Chorale (CR)
10:00am 7:00am 9:30am 10:30am 2:30pm 6:00pm
TUESDAY, MARCH 13 PS Registration (Church Members) UTH Breakfast (Chick-fil-A) Swingin' Singin' Seniors (CR) Ladies Service Group (A205) Parkinson's Support Group (203) Job Networking Fair (PH)
8:30am 9:45am 10:55am 11:00am 4:30pm 5:00pm 6:00pm
SUNDAY, MARCH 18 Traditional Worship Service (S) Sunday School Traditional Worship Service (S) Connect Worship Service (PH) Youth Choir Ensemble (CR) Youth Choir Rehearsal (CR) UTH Worship & Small Groups (YL) ROOT 345 (211) Women's Study: Finding I Am Financial Peace University (A212)
10:00am 4:30pm 5:45pm 6:00pm 6:45pm
MONDAY, MARCH 19 Martha's Circle (200) Circle 2 (Wesley Woods) Joybells Rehearsal (BR) Inspirations Rehearsal (CR) Finance Committee Meeting (A212) Masterworks Chorale (CR)
7:00am 9:30am 10:00am
TUESDAY, MARCH 20 Men's Prayer Breakfast (GR) UTH Breakfast (Chick-fil-A) Prayer Shawl Ministry Swingin' Singin' Seniors (CR) Angel's House Board Meeting
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21 9:00am Women's Study: Numbers (A212) 12:00pm Lenten Service & Luncheon (Central Baptist Church) 4:15pm GROW (211) Cherub Choir Rehearsal (203) Wesley Choir Rehearsal (CR) 5:00pm Mid-Week Communion (C) 5:15pm Wednesday Night Supper (PH) Carol Choir Rehearsal (CR) 5:45pm Parish Choir Rehearsal (BR) 6:30pm Study: Let's Talk (203) Study: A Disciple's Path (A212) UTH Bible Study (YL) 6:45pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (CR)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14 9:00am Women's Study: Numbers (A212) 12:00pm Lenten Service & Luncheon (Newnan FUMC) 4:15pm GROW (211) Cherub Choir Rehearsal (203) Wesley Choir Rehearsal (CR) 5:00pm Mid-Week Communion (C) 5:15pm Carol Choir Rehearsal (CR) Wednesday Night Supper (PH) 5:45pm Parish Choir Rehearsal (BR) 6:30pm Study: Let's Talk (203) Study: A Disciple's Path (A212) UTH Bible Study (YL) 6:45pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (CR)
THURSDAY, MARCH 22 6:30pm Kenya Team Meeting (GR) 7:00pm Connect Band Rehearsal (PH)
THURSDAY, MARCH 15 6:30pm Stephen Ministry Supervision (A212) 7:00pm Connect Band Rehearsal (PH)
FRIDAY, MARCH 23 4:30pm Spaghetti Supper (PH)
FRIDAY, MARCH 16 6:00pm Young Adult: Meet & Greet (PH)
SATURDAY, MARCH 24 4:00pm Parents' Night Out (pickup by 8pm)
SATURDAY, MARCH 17 6:00pm Martha Fuller SS Class Party (PH)
CALENDAR ABBREVIATIONS: S - Sanctuary | PH - Parish Hall | GR - Gathering Room | C - Chapel | PS - Preschool (lower floor of Parish Hall) | CR - Choir Room | BR - Bell Room | VN - Veatch Nixon Classroom (between Gathering Room & Chapel) | YL - Youth Lounge | 200, 201, 203, 207/209, etc. - 2nd floor of Education Building | AC (Annex Conference), A - 2nd floor of Annex Building (old Bank of America Building)
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THE SHEPHERD NEWSLETTER
FEBRUARY 20, 2018
PRESCHOOL NEWS SPRING CONSIGNMENT SALE: UPDATE! The Consignment Sale was a big success! Thank you for supporting the preschool and the sale. Our gross sales amount was $56,000 and the preschool will keep 30% of that amount. Special thanks to Melanie Castleberry and Ashley Washington for co-chairing the sale! PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION FOR 2018-19: March 12: Church Members March 13: Presently Enrolled Families March 14: Open to the Public Visit NFUMCPreschool.org or call 770.253.1237 if you have any questions! Thank you for your support of our preschool! Blessings,
Nancy Martin
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