The Shepherd - May 2025

MAY 2025

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CHURCH LIFE

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Ministry

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Newnan First United Methodist Church

33 Greenville Street | 770.253.7400 | hello@newnanfumc.org

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Clergy Clergy Rev. Andrew Chappell Senior Pastor achappell@NewnanFUMC.org 770.253.7400 (x202)

Rev. Connor Bell Associate Pastor

cbell@NewnanFUMC.org 770.253.7400 (x208)

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hat a glorious morning of Easter worship! The music was transporting, the accompaniment of brass brought a richness to our sounds, the children singing at the 11:00 service was precious, and Pastor Andrew’s sermon offered honest, deep thought and inspiration. As one parishioner said, “that was his best sermon yet!”

At Children’s Moment, two little girls arrived last, carefully selecting their spot on the pew cushion next to Pastor Andrew. I found out later that they are cousins who “love one another dearly.” Even though the girls had their “spot,” throughout the children’s moment, they traveled back and forth to their family on the first row. The girls delighted in their clear, shiny eggs that rattled when they shook them. They weren’t the only ones! Scattered noise from shakers continued to bring joy to the kiddos, giggles from the congregation and reminders from the storyteller to leave them in their lap for just one more minute. The cousins last trip across the wooden floor, the parents offered to “hold the eggs”, so they could listen to the story being told. The story of the empty tomb and Jesus rising finished, the crew of egg holders were invited to exit to children’s church….but in front of me, a scene of tension was developing.

Cousin Obedient was ready to go! She jumped up and turned to Cousin Not-Just-Yet, to find that she was still in the spirit of “cushion sitting.” Cousin Obedient reached out and grabbed Cousin Not-Just-Yet’s hand to give encouragement…and the tug didn’t get her up.

Cousin Not-Just-Yet remained steadfast, rooted to her decision. Cousin Obedient was just as insistent that she get up, the parents were beginning to call to them to come! Finally with one grand tug, both girls proceeded to the next place of fun where eggs were surely rattled, songs were sung and stories took seat in their minds.

When we experience these rich times of community, whether with family, friends, in church or laughing together, we are blessed!

Memories are made that we can call on later to remind us of happier times and bringing light to harder days. I loved the drama played out in the Cousin moment. Watching the parents off to the side trying desperately to get kiddos to follow instructions—been there done that, have you? I have also been Cousin Not-Just-Yet, having found a good spot and gotten comfortable with the view and the world going on about me. I have also been Cousin Obedient, impatiently trying to move others from rootedness to the next place of promise.

We are all Cousins in this great Family of God! Whether we are encouragers, placeholders or anticipators on the move forward, each has a place in God’s grand family. Give thanks for one another, grab someone’s hand, cheer each other on, and find what good New Thing God has for you in each day.

Peace, Pastor Lisa

Lisa Dempsey

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WAYS TO GIVE CASH, use a pew envelope and designate Wesley Woods.

CHECK, designate Wesley Woods in the “for” line.

ONLINE, visit wesleywoods.org/donate or scan the QR code.

MAIL a check made payable to: Foundation of Wesley Woods 1817 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30329 (Designate your church in the “for” line)

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THANK YOU FOR GIVING IT UP FOR LENT! We raised a total of $11,715, meeting 106.5% of our fundraising goal! The beneficiary of this campaign is Bridging the Gap, a community partner we’re proud to support, who provides support and resources to those in physical and financial need. They serve as a food bank and provide showers and utility assistance. We seek to show love to the marginalized in our community through assisting BTG.

GIVING & ATTENDANCE April 2025

FINANCE Total Tithes/Income: Total Expenses: Over/(Under):

$93,055 $117,275 $(24,220)

TOTAL BUDGET:

$1,677,277

AVG ATTENDANCE 8:30 Worship: 11:00 Worship: Children/Nursery: YouTube Live Stream: TOTAL ATTENDANCE:

121 297 13 104 535

We thank you for your gracious gifts, which go to our ministries along with local and global partners in mission.

Place cash or checks in the offering plate on Sundays. If you’d like to pay with a credit card, use the QR code or text number below, or visit our website. You can also set up automatically-recurring gifts through your bank.

Contact Owen Lambert for assistance - finance@newnanfumc.org. www.newnanfumc.org/give Text “NFUMC” to 73256 2

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n the month of May, the Church is squarely in the season of Eastertide - a season of 50 days, derived in its length from the fifty days between Passover and Pentecost (which means fiftieth) in Judaism. The original purpose of the Easter season was to continue the formation of new Christians in the faith. Today, this extended season gives us time to rejoice and experience what we mean when we say Christ is risen and that we, as the church, are the body of the Risen Lord. It’s a season for focusing on how we live out the Way, or pattern, Jesus set for us. Basically, it is a season for discipleship.

Melody Webb

Discipleship Director mwebb@NewnanFUMC.org 770.253.7400 (x215)

Discipleship involves those things that we promise to offer the church in our membership vows - our prayers, presence, gifts, service and witness. Prayers and presence include our spiritual formation and our spiritual practices - namely our commitment to read & study scripture, our regular presence in worship, and our presence with God in prayer.

This season, I encourage you to think about where you are on your journey of faith. What are your growing edges? In what areas can you increase your commitment to living out the hope and joy we claim in Jesus’ resurrection?

If you are looking for that next book to read on your own, consider Believing Into Christ by Natalya A. Cherry - a book that helps us turn our belief into actions that improve our relationships with others and contribute to ‘human flourishing.’

If you are looking for an online devotional, I suggest UMC seminary professor and cancer survivor Kate Bowler’s Eastertide devotional While It Was Yet Dark - giving us the courage to practice hope, even when hope doesn’t seem easy to come by.

If you are looking for a small group or study opportunity, check out our listings below. And if I can help connect you to groups or resources, please let me know.

WHILE IT WAS YET DARK A 7-WEEK EASTER PRACTICE

Wishing you all blessings for this Eastertide!

Melody

Get Connected with

ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL SUNDAYS 9:45AM-10:45AM

Wednesdays, Noon (Gathering Room) Mid-week studies with Rev. Andrew Chappell that focus on the scripture for the upcoming Sunday.

Martha Circle - Final mtg until Fall

3rd Mondays, 9:45am (M200) Book study using “Moments that Take Your Breath Away” by James Moore.

Main Building

Breaking Bread

1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 8:30am (GR) Men of all ages are welcome to join for breakfast, prayer, and bible study.

Womens AM Bible Study

Wednesdays, May 7-21, 9:30am (M203) Stand-alone sessions. Bring your bibles! Led by Melody Webb.

Womens PM Bible Study

Wednesdays, May 7-21, 6:30pm (AH) Parables of Jesus. Led by Kelly Stephens.

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Annex Building

Mens Prayer Breakfast - Final mtg until Fall

ROOM 200 ROOM 201-202

Polly Crowley (60+) “Making sense of the bible” Friendship (45+) “John: The Gospel of Light and Life”

ROOM 203

Henry Kitchens (65+)

ANNEX HALL

Insights (All Ages)

ROOM 201

The Shepherds (50+)

ROOM 205

Agape (All Ages)

ROOM 207

Open Hands (Young Adults)

ROOM 209

Abide (30s & 40s)

ROOM 212

Life in the Spirit (All Ages)

Weekly bible study

Contemplative Spiritual Practices

“Half Truths”

“The Message of Jesus”

“The Will of God”

“The Will of God”

“The Goodness of God”

Contact Discipleship Director Melody Webb for more information: mwebb@newnanfumc.org

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asn’t Easter Wonderful? We have had a great April. Now we get to have more fun in May! As we approach the end of the school year, we don’t slow down in the Children’s Ministry.

In Sunday School our 3rd through 5th grade will continue on their trip down Route 66. If you have a child this age and would like to join in on the fun, they can jump right in! These children will be exploring the important messages in the books Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, and Job. The 4 year olds through 2nd grade will embark in the exciting stories of Peter. They will be learning about him and some of the very important people he encountered on his journey to teach others about God. Sunday School is Sunday Mornings, 9:45 to 10:45 on the Children’s Floor.

Andrea Stuart

In Children’s Worship (ages 4 to 2nd grade) and Wiggle and Worship (ages 2 and 3), we have been having so much fun learning about how much God loves us. That will not stop in May! We Director of Children’s Ministry astuart@NewnanFUMC.org are going to learn about some of God’s promises and how He never ever leaves us! In these 770.253.7400 (x209) two fun classes we wiggle, play, pray, and craft as we learn the lessons that help us grow closer to God! Children’s Worship is on the Children’s Floor. We dismiss children from the Sanctuary in the big church and all children can be picked up upstairs in the Children’s Worship room (stairs View & Download All FirstKIDS pictures are by the Ladies Lounge). Wiggle and Worship also takes place during the 11am service and it is in our nursery in the downstairs of the Parish Hall, in the Preschool. Children ages birth through 3 years old can be taken to the nursery during any service.

ROOT345 (3rd, 4th, & 5th Graders) meets one final time on May 4, before we take summer break. We will wrap our series called “Overwhelmed” and eat chicken tenders and mac ‘n cheese for dinner. We will have relays, games, and light saber fun. You will not want to miss the last ROOT345! Sunday, 6pm to 7:45pm on the Children’s Floor. We cannot wait to see you there.

Don’t forget to sign up for VBS! We need fun kids and amazing volunteers!

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Kids will play, fellowship, & watch a family-friendly movie.

You can pay for pizza or pack a dinner for your child.

Snacks will be provided!

NFUMC Parish Hall

Jodi Horne nursery@newnanfumc.org

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ewnan First United Methodist Church participated in One Roof’s Spring Fling on Wednesday, April 9th. We handed out coloring books and Easter eggs to the families that stopped by. Thank you to Lisa Murphy and her girls, Nancy Capponi, Anne Fletcher, and Gail Zoeller and to Mary Burk and Charlene Hall for packing the eggs.

We hosted a Basic Early Response Team (ERT) training on Saturday, April 26th with 12 people attending (11 from NFUMC and 1 from Leete Hill UMC). We learned how we deploy in the face of disasters while providing a caring Christian presence. Thank you to our trainer, Bill Pound from Cornerstone UMC, for teaching this class.

Aileen Burnett

Missions & Sr. Adult Coordinator aburnett@NewnanFUMC.org 770.253.7400 (x206) Read the latest Missions Newsletter

One Roof Donations for May - Personal care donations for the month of May to include bath soap/body wash, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, travel size personal toiletries.

They are also running low on macaroni and cheese. Please place your donations in the blue wagons by the church office, narthex or in the Gathering Room during the week. Thank you for your continued generosity.

On Wednesday, May 14th, we are providing an Appreciation Lunch for the Newnan Fire Department by the Wadsworth Auditorium to thank them for their service to our community.

BTG Summer Lunch - There are a few spots remaining on June 13, to assist with Bridging The Gap’s Summer Lunch program. Call Aileen or sign up here.

ERT CHAINSAW CLASS

MAY 17, 2025 8:00AM-4:30PM GATHERING ROOM

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN You’ll receive hands-on training on using a chainsaw, learn about the necessary safety gear, and then put your skills to the test in an outdoor session. We’ll supply the saws, safety equipment, as well as water and Gatorade. Feel free to bring your own chaps, helmet, and gloves, just remember to label them with your name. $20 includes lunch and materials.

REGISTER HERE 770.253.7400 x206 aburnett@newnanfumc.org

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un ‘n Frolic had a great time playing BINGO and enjoying fellowship on April 21. For lunch, we had a charcuterie board. Thank you for coming out!

On Thursday, July 24th, we will be traveling to Dickey Farms and stopping at Buckner’s for lunch. We will leave the church at 9:45am and plan to return at around 4:30pm. Cost of the trip is $26 which includes lunch, tip and transportation. We will have 2 buses reserved for this trip so reserve your spot early. Payment is due when signing up for this event. RSVP by July 17th.

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ello, Church Family! As we bask in the joyous aftermath of Easter, we are reminded of the profound significance of this season. Easter is not just a day; it is a celebration of hope, renewal, and the triumph of life over death. Through music, we have the unique opportunity to express these deep spiritual truths and connect with the divine in a powerful way.

Our Easter Sunday service was a beautiful tapestry of melodies that echoed the resurrection story. Worship filled the sanctuary with triumphant praise, reminding us of the victory we have in Christ. We’re reminded through the music and Andrew’s message that you cannot hold back the dawn. It is my prayer that we all continue to meditate on this over the coming weeks, and seek to live it out as we boldly embrace this season of restoration.

Dr. Caitlyn Dixon

Director of Music May, as it often does, brings with it a very busy season in the life of this congregation. cdixon@NewnanFUMC.org • We will celebrate Children’s Sunday on May 4th. I look forward to seeing you all in worship 770.253.7400 (x205) as we are led by the children of our church. We will hear from both the Cherub Choir and Carol Choir this day. Be prepared to move a bit as we worship together with them!

• May 11th will see the observation of Mother’s Day, as we celebrate those important women in our life.

• On May 18th, we will celebrate the 2025 graduates of this congregation. The musical offering that day will be a special treat from our very own Youth Choir and Celebration Singers. It will be a moment full of praise and celebration!

Related to this, as most of you well know, I have been working on completing my doctorate, and was able to successfully defend and publish my dissertation this semester. My degree will be conferred on May 8th. I’ll close this newsletter entry with an excerpt from my acknowledgments: “A special thank you goes to Newnan First United Methodist Church for hiring me while I was still very much in the early phases of creating this document. Thank you to Senior Pastor Rev. Andrew Chappell and Associate Pastor Rev. Connor Bell for being so supportive of me and giving me the space to see this document through while still getting to make amazing music. Thank you to Bonnie Krider for stepping in to keep the ship afloat while I got through my coursework – still do not know how you managed two full-time jobs. You are a rockstar. To the choir members, thank you for enduring my crazy personality while I endured some sleepless nights to create this document. And to all the women of the church who have become dear friends, thank you. Donna Brooks, I’ll never be able to repay your kindness.”

Thank you all for your support. I’m excited to embark on this ministry journey with you, free from the distractions of schoolwork!

Soli Deo Gloria, Caitie

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s I finish up my first school year as director of NFUMC preschool, I find myself reflecting on both the challenges and the triumphs that have shaped this year. Coming into this role, I knew I had big shoes to fill after Nancy Martin left such an impactful legacy.

Thankfully, she was a wonderful mentor to me, and I am incredibly appreciative that she never hesitated to answer the phone when I called.

One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned this year is the value of building relationships with my teachers, families, church members, and most importantly, with our students. The conversations, feedback, and moments of reflection have helped guide me through tough decisions and helped build a more inclusive and supportive school environment.

Susan Mitchell Preschool Director

smitchell@NewnanFUMC.org 770.253.1237

There were challenges, several I never saw coming, but each obstacle offered a chance to learn and grow. I am thankful for the incredible support system around me who helped guide me through the unexpected. I truly have the best staff of teachers who make this preschool the best one around!

What I’m most proud of is the giving heart of this school and church. I’ve seen teachers go above and beyond, students rise to meet new expectations, and families show unwavering support. I am thankful to everyone who has helped make this school year a success.

I am so excited for the future here at NFUMC. There is still much work to be done, but I carry into the next school year a deeper understanding of what it means to lead with purpose. I’m grateful for the experiences and the lessons of this first year and I’m more committed than ever to serving this church and school and I can’t wait to see what the future holds.

We have several fun things going on at the preschool this month! We will honor our moms, learn about animals on the farm (including a visit from a petting zoo), and celebrate with end of year parties and graduation.

We have a few spots left in our summer camp programs, and are opening a NEW CAMP August 18-21, 2025. If you are interested in having your 2-6 year old child attend camp with us this summer please reach out to me.

Patty Hall

Kitchen Hostess phall@NewnanFUMC.org 770.253.7400

Save The Date: August 10, 2025

Back-To-School Party & Church Picnic

Games & Prizes

Food & Fellowship

EVERYONE is Invited!

More Information Coming Summer 2025

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ey Church!

We have had a great month at UTH. We finished up our Easter Series, the Comeback Kid, where we look at Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection and how that comeback changed everything for everyone.

We had a great adventure during our Small Group Scatter, an event where students choose and plan the activity for some end of semester fellowship as a small group. Our Middle School boys had pizza and wings and played a ton of ball games, our Middle School girls had an Easter Cookout at one of their small group leader’s home, and the High Schoolers went to one of their family’s home and had a Themed Board night filled with snacks and fellowship. We closed out April with our Senior Reflection event where our seniors shared their experience and advice, were prayed over, and put their final hand print on the wall! It was a wonderful, bittersweet night.

In May we have some exciting things going on as well. Our UTH Choir will be performing their Choir Tour performance at Wesley Woods on May 4. UTHapalooza, our end of year event where we grill out at Camp Welcome and play games ultimately ending in an all out color war, will follow that same evening. It is such a fun event with some of the best photos coming out of it.

Please be on the lookout for those in next month’s Shepherd! Lastly, May 18 is Graduate Sunday!

We will be celebrating all our Graduates (high school and high education graduates) that Sunday, and we are so looking forward to recognizing them and their families as they reach this great accomplishment.

Paul Mosley Youth Director

pmosley@NewnanFUMC.org 770.253.7400 (x219) View & Download All 2024-2025 Uth pictures

Upcoming Events- May and Beyond: May 4: UTHapalooza (Final UTH event of School Year) May 18: Graduate Sunday May 31: Choir Tour June 11: Downtown Devos Start June 16: UTH Adventure- Aqua Island at Callaway Gardens June 23: VBS (Volunteering)

m m u S n�u THE FUN SPOT July 14 | 10am-5pm

AQUA ISLAND AT CALLAWAY GARDENS June 16 | 9am-2pm

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May Calendar 1 FnF Outing 8:30am | Monastery of the Holy Spirit

7 Women’s Evening Bible Study 6:30pm | Annex Hall

15 Kindergarten Graduation 10:30am | Sanctuary

3 ERT Recertification Class 8:30am | Gathering Room

Chancel Choir 6:45pm | Choir Room

17 ERT Chainsaw Class 8:00am | Gathering Room

8 ARC Blood Drive 12:15-4:15pm | Parish Hall

Parents Night Out 4:00-8:00pm | Parish Hall

Sunday School 9:45am

11 Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary

18 - Graduate Sunday HS Seniors Breakfast 8:00am | Parish Hall

Youth Choir Concert 3:30pm | Wesley Woods

Sunday School 9:45am

Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary

ROOT345 6:00pm | Children’s Wing

Youth Choir Make-up Rehearsal 5:00pm | Choir Room

Sunday School 9:45am

UTHAPALOOZA 6:00pm | Camp Welcome

13 Celebration Singers 9:30am | Choir Room

21 Women’s Bible Study 9:30am | Main 203

Angel House Meeting 11:30am | Main 200

Dementia Support Meeting 10:00am | Annex Conference

Parkinson’s Support Meeting 2:30pm | Main 203

Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room

Trustees Meeting 6:00pm | Annex Conference

Vespers 5:00pm | Chapel

14 Women’s Bible Study 9:30am | Main 203

Wednesday Night Fellowship 5:00-6:15pm | Parish Hall

4 - Children’s Sunday Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary

5 Church Council Mtg 7:00pm | Annex Hall 6 Preschool Spirit Night 5:00-8:00pm | Truett’s Chick-fil-A 7 UTH Biscuits & Bibles 7:00am | Truett’s Chick-fil-A Women’s Bible Study 9:30am | Main 203 Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room Vespers 5:00pm | Chapel Wednesday Night Fellowship 5:00-6:15pm | Parish Hall Carol Choir 5:15pm | Choir Room 9

Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room Women’s Bible Study 6:30pm | Annex Hall Chancel Choir 6:45pm | Choir Room 15 Preschool 4-yr Graduation 9:00am | Sanctuary

Women’s Bible Study 6:30pm | Annex Hall Chancel Choir 6:45pm | Choir Room 25 Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary Sunday School 9:45am

Summer Calendar 28 Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room

11 UTH Downtown Devos 11:00am | Youth Lounge

25 Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room

20 Sunday School 9:45am

Youth Choir Tour Rehearsal 5:00pm | Choir Room

Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room

WNF: BINGO Night 5:00-6:15pm | Parish Hall

May 31-June 6 Youth Choir Tour North Carolina

Chancel Choir 6:45pm | Choir Room

29 Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary

23 UTH Summer Serve & Downtown Devos 9:00am | Youth Lounge

JUNE 1 Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary Sunday School 9:45am 4 Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room Chancel Choir 6:45pm | Choir Room 5 FnF Braves Game 9:45am | Truist Park ARC Blood Drive 11:15am-4:15pm | Parish Hall 8 - Youth Sunday Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary Sunday School 9:45am 9-13 BTG Summer Lunch Program 10:15-1:30pm | Parish Hall 10 Angel House Meeting 11:30am | Main 200 Parkinson’s Support Meeting 2:30pm | Main 203

15 Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary Sunday School 9:45am 16 UTH Aqua Island Adventure 9:00am | Callaway Gardens 18 Dementia Support Meeting 10:00am | Annex Conference

5th Sunday Fellowship 9:45am | Parish Hall JULY 2 UTH Summer Serve & Downtown Devos 9:00am | Meet in the Youth Lounge Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room

UTH Downtown Devos 11:00am | Youth Lounge

6 Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary

Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room

Sunday School 9:45am

Chancel Choir 6:45pm | Choir Room

8 Angel House Meeting 11:30am | Main 200

22 Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary Sunday School 9:45am 23-26 Vacation Bible School 9:00-12:30pm | Parish Hall 25 UTH Downtown Devos 11:00am | Meet in the Youth Lounge

Parkinson’s Support Meeting 2:30pm | Main 203 9 UTH Summer Serve & Downtown Devos 9:00am | Youth Lounge Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room 20 Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary

Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room Wednesday Night Fellowship 5:00-6:15pm | Parish Hall Chancel Choir 6:45pm | Choir Room 24 FnF Buckners & Peaches 9:45am | Buckners Restaurant 27 Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary Sunday School 9:45am 30 UTH Downtown Devos & BucEe’s Trip 9:00am | Youth Lounge Breaking Bread 12:00pm | Gathering Room AUGUST 3 Worship 8:30am & 11:00am | Sanctuary Sunday School 9:45am Please check the website at https://newnanfumc.org/events for the most up-to-date events schedule!

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In The Life of Our Church Baptisms

Nathaniel Keith Geeslin | April 13, 2025 Son of Margaret and William Geeslin

Extending our Christian Sympathies

Carolyn Shuett on the death of her husband, Robert “Bob” Schuett, November 7, 1934-April 13, 2025.

John Paul Goodrum, Jr. November 12, 1946-April 20, 2025 Michael “Mike” Smith September 8, 1938-April 21, 2025

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In The Life of Our Church

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In The Life of Our Church

See the 2024-2025 “Yearbook”

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In The Life of Our Church

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CHURCH STAFF Rev. Andrew Chappell, Senior Pastor Rev. Connor Bell, Associate Pastor Rev. Lisa Dempsey, Interim Associate Pastor Aileen Burnett, Missions & Sr Adult Coordinator Seth Crile, Building Manager Dr. Caitlyn Dixon, Minister of Music Janet Marie Gunnels, Communications Director Patty Hall, Kitchen Hostess Tiffany Hanson, Church Sexton Carol Hartenbower, Administrative Assistant Jodi Horne, Nursery Coordinator Carrie Horsley, Church Sexton

Bonnie Krider, Asst. Director of Music Owen Lambert, Finance & Business Director Dr. Dawn McCord, Organist Susan Mitchell, Preschool Director Paul Mosley, Youth Minister Julie Perkins, Accompanist Kim Stokes, Finance Secretary Andrea Stuart, Director of Children’s Ministries Melody Webb, Discipleship Director