First United Methodist Church Fort Payne, Alabama September 2015 Vol. 10, Issue 9
Hello Church Family,
The multitude of ministries that take place at Fort Payne First UMC impacts a multitude of lives. Many of the ministries that take place are not seen by all the eyes of
our church. I was reminded of this yesterday as the Care Group provided a meal to
the Sawyer family after we celebrated the life of Sonny Sawyer. Many people in our
church have committed to providing a meat, a vegetable, or a dessert to be included
in a fellowship meal we provide for members of our church when a family member
passes away. Some of these same people set up Cobble Hall for a nice meal, served
the family, and cleaned Cobble Hall and Cobble Hall kitchen afterwards. Did you
know that? Now, you do. If you would like to participate in this very meaningful ministry, or have any questions, please contact Brenda Bailey (256-996-0663) or Bro.
Ricky (256-845-1141).
Each Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. a group of prayer warriors meet in the bell choir room #204 to quickly
discuss the needs of our church, our nation, and our world. After mentioning specific prayer requests for
the evening, the prayer group spends time in silent and vocal prayer. At the end of their time together,
one specific need gets focused prayer from the whole group. Did you know that? Now, you do. If you
would like to participate in this very meaningful ministry, or have any questions, please contact Martha
Herston (256-630-2986) or Bro. Ricky (256-845-1141). Or, just show up Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m.
We would love to have you.
Did you know that in the fall, winter, and spring, our youth ministry hosts a community worship service at
the DeKalb Theater on Wednesday nights at 6:30? Each Wednesday evening a praise team made of
some of our youth and other youth from the community provide contemporary worship music. A speaker
provides a relevant message suited for the spiritual needs of the youth of today. There may be from 75 to
100+ at this service. I encourage you to stop by one Wednesday evening this fall and sit in the balcony
like I do. You will be blessed as you see and join our youth in worship of our Lord.
Through the months of September and October we will continue to highlight the various ministries of our
church each Sunday. We will do this in ways that help each of us become better aware of ways we might
serve in these ministries and/or give financially so that these ministries can continue to thrive. Then, in
November we will celebrate Stewardship Sunday and present our financial pledges for the ministry year of
2016. I would encourage you to begin to pray about your financial support of Fort Payne First and how
you might serve as well.
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G.R.A.C.E.ful Living
Pastor Letter (continued)
This year our theme for our Stewardship Campaign is “Extravagant Giving”. I hope that as you consider
the various ministries of our church and the impact they are having on the community and world, you will
also consider how you might financially support these same ministries in an extravagant way. God is extravagant in God’s love for us, mercy given to us, and in all other good things. May we bear the image of
God’s extravagance as we give generously to the ministry of the Lord as conducted here at Fort Payne
First United Methodist Church.
Loving being your pastor,
Ricky
Pacesetters
The Pacesetters’ activity for August included a tour and lunch at the historic Milky
Way Farm in Pulaski, TN. The estate found its beginning in a nickel candy bar. Frank
C. Mars, founder of The Mar-O-Bar Company, fell in love with Southern Middle Tennessee and bought the land that would become Milky Way Farm in the fall of 1930.
He continued purchasing surrounding countryside until the Milky Way reached
2,805 acres. The Manor House is listed on the historic registry. The 25,000 sq. foot
Tudor Mansion features massive chestnut beams and stone from the farm’s own
quarry. Twenty bedrooms, fourteen bathrooms, and four fireplaces are within the
estate house. Frank Mars had local craftsmen build a 40 seat table within the dining
room that measures 28′ X 12’.
This trip was planned in conjunction with the Golden Circle group from
First Baptist Church. In all, 24 people attended the trip, and were all in
agreement that lunch was probably the best part of the day. The group
enjoyed a catered lunch around the large 40 seat table that included
baked chicken, scalloped potatoes, corn, green beans, fresh spring salad
with blackberries & strawberries, and pecan pie with ice cream. And of
course, everyone received a Milky Way candy bar!
Our trip planned for September is to eat lunch in Trussville at the
“Chocolate Biscuit” followed up with a shopping excursion at the Pinnacle. The date of the trip is Tuesday, September 22nd beginning at 9:30
and returning home at 4:30. The deadline to sign up is Thursday, Sept
17th. The sign up sheet is at the CLC desk.
Dear Church Family,
We want to thank you for all the love and
support you have given us over this past
year. You have made us feel so welcome.
More importantly you have helped us to
see a whole new way to live life, a life totally spirit filled and spirit led. Your love
has made all the difference. We are honored to call you friends.
LETTERS
Love, Chuck and Julie Frederick
Dear Church Family,
We cannot thank you enough for your prayers, calls,
food, and concern during Mark’s recent health
scare. We felt very comforted knowing that we
were surrounded by such an incredible, caring
church family. God is definitely good! Thanks again
to all of you for your love and support.
Love, Mark, Donna, and Meg Wilson
Jim and Katie Teel
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Flu Shot Clinic
Rite Aid Pharmacy will be providing a Flu Shot Clinic in the CLC on Thursday, September 17 th
from 10:00-11:00 Flu shots are covered under the following plans: Medicare, Medicaid, Blue
Cross/Blue Shield, Aetna, & CVS/Caremark. Sign up at the CLC desk if you plan to attend.
United Methodist Men
The United Methodist Men combine service and fellowship to produce amazing
results. With your support of 2nd Sunday church lunches the “Man with a Pan”
group has been able to provide generous gifts supporting the church and community projects such as Bread of Life, Back to School Fair, Children and Youth Camps,
reduction of the CLC debt, new Cobble Hall steam table, and new CLC kitchen garbage disposal just name a few . Be sure to thank them for their generosity. If you
are passionate about serving your church and community join the United Methodist Men.
Church Luncheon
Sunday, September 13, 2015
Our United Methodist Men will begin serving at 11:00 am.
No reservations are needed, and the price is your donation.
Menu:
BBQ Chicken or Shepard’s Pie
Green Beans, Crowder Peas, Mac and Cheese, Corn/Rice Casserole, Fried Okra,
Coleslaw, Garden Salad
Rolls, Peach Cobbler, Cookies, and Tea
United Methodist Women
U
M
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The United Methodist Women will have a joint meeting and a kick-off social on Thursday, September 17th at 6:00 pm at the home of Marcie Davis. New members are always welcome. Current UMW subgroups are Agape, Christian Fellowship, and Susanna Wesley. No matter what your age there is a subgroup just right for you. Our
KICK OFF SOCIAL mission emphasis is women and children.
Here are the some of important contributions that the UMW has
made: Christmas mission, No More Malaria, Mother’s Day Out, CLC debt reduction, Children & Youth Dept., and Back to School Fair. Their most recent contributions were the new
refrigerator in Cobble Hall kitchen and new landscaping.
Friday– Sunday, Jan. 29-31 : RETREAT at the Mentone Inn. Karmen Smith will be the speaker.
All women are invited. Bring a friend! For more info. contact Marcie Davis or Monica Patton.
The Men In The Chapel group (the bible study
The Agape Ladies Group will begin a new study
during Sunday School, "Anything" by Jennie Allen SUNDAY that's been led by Doug Hoffman) took a break
in August. The group will resume on 9/6, then
on Sept. 13th. If you are interested and would
like a book, contact Brandi Lyles 256-717-6600 or SCHOOL skip 9/13 for the Man With A Pan lunch, and
after that, meet for the remaining Sundays in
Monica Patton 256-572-2453. Meeting location:
September.
detached office bldg.
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YOUTH MINISTRY
Shaving Cream Wars
August 16, 2015
Promotion Pool Party
August 9, 2015
Youth Ministries
September : Each week we will begin having
Launch Wed. Sept. 2nd worship at church on the 3rd floor on WednesGrades 7-12
day nights from 6:30-7:30 and Small Groups at
the church from 5:30-7:00 on Sunday nights.
Wednesday nights will provide for us the opportunity to encounter God in a special way
through worship. Sunday nights will provide us the opportunity to connect with Him and others through
small groups. Please be praying as we kick off our programs for the year. Come join us!
Dates
September 2 No Youth (Safe Sanctuary Training)
September 6 Small Groups 5:30-7:00
September 9 Wonderful Wed. Worship-3rd Floor 6:30-7:30
September 13 Small Groups 5:30-7:00
September 16 Wonderful Wed. Worship-3rd Floor 6:30-7:30
September 20 Small Groups 5:30-7:00
September 23 Wonderful Wed. Worship-3rd Floor 6:30-7:30
September 27 Small Groups 5:30-7:00
September 30 Fair Night/No Wonderful Wed.
Coming in October
DeKalb Theatre
Coach Todd Phillips is our featured speaker this month!
Worship Each Wed.
6:30-7:30
Please also keep on your calendar the 5th quarter on October 2nd. We will need plenty of volunteers and
are planning for a great crowd!
FOUR YOUTH AND A TRUCK.
If you have a job that you need
done around your home or business, and you would love to give
our youth an opportunity to earn money for
their fall and winter activities, please contact
Mike Brewis at 996-1584 or Tyler Griggs at
996-0555.
YOUTH WINTER RETREAT
Extreme Winter Conference
Gatlinburg, Tn.
December 29-31
SIGN UP ON BULLETIN BOARD LOCATED
IN MISSION ALLEY.
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Children’s Ministries FALL 2015
In this series we will have so much fun learning how to Wise Up and make the choices
God wants us to make as we wiggle through God’s Word. "Wise people can listen
and learn.” Proverbs 1:5
One of the biggest innovations was the app, a piece of software that can run games,
work programs, and other programs right on your phone. Steve Jobs envisioned a
phone that would have an app for every purpose. In fact, as his software and hardware developers worked on the device, he coined a phrase that became a commercial
slogan - "There’s an app for that."
If you want to play music, there’s an app for that. If you want to play games, there’s
an app for that. If you want to learn about dinosaurs, there’s an app for that.
That’s the inspiration for our new series, "There’s a verse for that!" For every moment, every challenge, every choice we make in life, we’re going to
see that God has a verse for that in the Bible.
6th Grade
CLASS
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY LEADERSHIP TRAINING will be held on Wednesday, Sept.
2nd @ 5:30 in the CLC.
SAFE SANCTUARY TRAINING will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 2nd @ 6:00 in the CLC.
You must have this training every year if you work with children or youth in any capacity.
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Children’s Ministries FALL 2015
James: Following God’s Road Signs is written to encourage
and deepen the faith of upper elementary and middle school
girls and boys.
For Girls
Let’s face it, life is not easy. We need a road map
that will guide us in the right direction. God
wants us to focus on Him ~ especially when circumstances take unexpected U-turns. James will
teach kids how to: be joyful when they go through hard times,
really listen to others, put their faith into action, treat others
with kindness, and be wise. They’ll learn about drawing near
to God with humility, mercy, and grace. Students will discover
that prayer can be very powerful when we surrender our will
and follow His.
For Boys
NEW LIFE:
Congratulations!
Sterling Kate Smith
Henlee Ann Cobble
John Wilson McRorie
Born: 8-5-15 Weight: 6 lb. 3 oz.
Parents: Jordan & Amy Smith
Sister: Elliette
Grandparents:
Tom & Lisa Norquist
Born: 8-11-15
Born: 8-20-15
Weight: 5 lb. 12 oz.
Weight: 8 lbs. 15 oz.
Parents:
Parents:
Hank & DeAnn Cobble
Jamey & Jillian McRorie
September Birthdays
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Will Davis
Megan Newton
Zanna Poe
Joe Stogner
Matt Chisenhall
Kate Kramer
Brittany Manning
Jimmy Bailey
Rob Bouchard
Jana Watson
Beth Knicely
Blake Oliver
Jeff Cole
Wanda Cole
Marsha Miller
Fred Purdy
Kim Shirey
Jimbo Hotalen
9 Braison Smith
10 Nicole Esloon
Maggie Groat
Kade Horton
11 Kelly Wear
12 Everett Horton
Lib Howard
13 Ellen Igou
14 Robbie Graham
Anna Igou
15 Hazel Sauls
Deb Weaver
17 Ellabee Coffey
Natalie Gilbert
18 Collyn Davis
19 Savy Von Scott
20 Patrick Barnes
Anniversaries
21 Bob Chisenhall
Nick Vizzinia
22 Tony Watson
23 Kelly Gwarjanski
Brenda Bailey
26 Jim Chambers
Kellie Vizzinia
Lana Watson
28 Isaiah Chaney
Samantha Goggans
Van Houston
29 Lisa Ham
30 Betty Cobble
3
Jim and Kelly Sanders
10 Pam and Pete Davis
14 Ashley and Kelly Sanderson
15 Cindy and Wade Hill
22 Angie and Chad Chaney
29
Amy and Matt Guice
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Memorials and Honorarium Gifts
In Memory of Lottie Gonce
To the Lottie Gonce Scholarship Fund by
Margaret Wegenecht
In memory of Bruce Raymond
To Serving Our Savior by
William and Marilyn Gibson
In honor of Vicky Kirby on her birthday
To the Christian Life Center by
Tommy and Martha Guice
In memory of Hershel Lankford
To Serving Our Savior
By Larry and Barbara Sanders
In memory of Charles Sawyer
To the Christian Life Center by
Faith Richardson
Barbara Robison
Elbert and Eula Dodd
Anthony and Lindy Vizzinia
John T. and Marcie Davis
Marilyn Taylor
Directors and Employees of Sand
Mountain Electric Cooperative
Patricia Kellet
Katherine Freeman
Mr. and Mrs. Rickey Hudson
In honor of Pastor Ricky Smith
To the Christian Life Center by
Anonymous
In memory of Jimmy Eberhart
To Serving Our Savoir by
Georgia Wills
To the Christian Life Center by
William Mitchell
In memory of Virginia Killian
To Serving Our Savior by
Georgia Wills
In memory of Johnnie Chesser
To Serving Our Savior by
Georgia Wills
In memory of Dot Goodwin
To Serving Our Savior by
Georgia Wills
In memory of Beth Howard Cooper
To the Christian Life Center by
Ann Inman Fox
In memory of Bruce Raymond
To the Christian Life Center by
GOOD JOB!
In honor of the Care Group with special
recognition to Linda Thomas, Wilma
Playford, and Shanon Blanton
To the Christian Life Center by
Anonymous
In honor of Ronnie Campbell
To the Christian Life Center by
Anonymous
In honor of Betsy Smith
Lana Watson
In honor of John and Bennie Carol
Deema and Richard Igou
Botts to Serving Our Savior by
Christine
and Mack Scott
Georgia Wills
Kim and Tim Shugart
In honor of Eleanor Robinson
To the Christian Life Center by
To the Christian Life Center by
Richard Wood Shugart, Jr.
Bill Mitchell
In honor of Misty Bruce
In honor of the birth of
To UMYF by
Henlee Cobble
Tim and Kim Shugart
To the Children’s Ministry by
Anthony and Lindy Vizzinia
Thanks to our 20 youth and their adult volunteer leaders for the great
job on striping the church parking lot.
The church offices and Christian Life Center will be closed
on Monday, September 7th in David & Sharon Goodwill
observance of Labor Day. joined the church in the 11:00
Have a safe holiday weekend. service on August 16th.
Wednesday Adult Studies
Nona Smith will be leading a ladies Bible study every Wednesday at 6:00 in Cobble Hall beginning September 9th. They will use the book “A Women of Wisdom: ProverbsGod’s Practical Advice for Living”. All women who are interested in participating should contact Nona ASAP at [email protected] so that she can
order your book.
John T. Davis and Randall Ham continue to lead the study of David Platt’s book
“Follow Me” on Wednesdays at 6:00 pm. On September 9th their meeting location will
change from the library to the Pastor’s Study in the detached office bldg.
Volunteers This Month
Greeters/Ushers:
Greeters/Ushers:
8:45 am
09/06 Tammy & Bob Chisenhall
09/13 Youth
09/20 TBA
09/27 TBA
11:00 am
09/06 Bob Thomas, Ryan Thwaits, &
Robbie Guice
09/13 Mike Knicely, Van Houston, &
Jack Gilbreath
09/20 Ryan Thwaits, Robbie Guice, &
Danny Handy
09/27 Mike Knicely, Van Houston, &
Jack Gilbreath
Children’s Church 8:45 am3-Year Olds-Pre-K
09/06 Communion, stay in church
09/13 Crystal Scott
09/20 Crystal Scott
09/27 Crystal Scott
Kindergarten—2nd Grade
09/06
09/13
09/20
09/27
Communion, stay in church
Charmelle Hotalen
Charmelle Hotalen
Charmelle Hotalen
Children’s Church 11:00 am
09/06 Communion, stay in church
09/13 Stanna Guice & Linda Thomas
09/20 Stanna Guice & Linda Thomas
09/27 Stanna Guice & Linda Thomas
Acolytes
09/06
09/13
09/20
09/27
Jake Barnes and Sawyer Burt
Ella McCallie and Lennon Ibsen
Caroline Scott and Sami Goggans
Lizzie Kate Wilson and
Emma Campbell Crawford
Stewardship Report
Budget Receipts:
Receipts YTD
Budget YTD
Surplus/Deficit
CLC Contributions
CLC Till Debt Free 2015
$
$
$
$
$
$
CLC Till Debt Free 2014
$
8,469.00
36,088.13
364,350.00
[28,261.87]
4,726.00
214,000.00
NEW!!
307,950.00
Sunday Morning Worship Times:
8:45 am
Contemporary Worship
in the Christian Life Center
11:00 am Traditional Worship
in the Sanctuary
10:00 am Sunday School for all ages
Church offices are open 8:00-4:00,
Monday through Thursday.
Phone: 256-845-1141
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