SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

November 19th—Community Thanksgiving Service at First Pentecostal Church on (1103 Springer Rd.) Refreshments served at 5 p.m. Service at 6 p.m.

November 20th—The Mary Martha Circle will meet on Monday, November 20th, at 5:30 p.m., in the Wesley classroom. Please remember to bring in your World Thank offering.

December 2nd—Children/Youth Fund Raiser on church lawn while we watch the Christmas parade. Featuring Hot Chocolate and Soup. Everyone please come out and support your church and the children and youth!

WANTED: Pine Straw that will be used with the Church Lighted Nativity Scene that will be put on the side of the sanctuary for Christmas. You may put your bags of pine straw out by the Lily bed. Thanks for your help!

THANK YOU

...A few weeks ago, the church asked for volunteers for several jobs needed to be done around the church and you responded graciously. There were about 15 things that needed to be done, and now all the work has been spoken for and some of the jobs have been completed. Not only does your church respond to the needs of God’s children of our area and the world, but also to take care of our facilities and campus. Thank you for your willingness to serve Christ’s people and also Christ’s church. God bless you all.

ANOTHER THANK YOU

...This week we received a package of 143 thank you letters and accounting of all the funds sent to the Fountain of Life Church in Amatitan, Nicaragua for the education scholarships. Thanks to your generosity and support over 200 students received basic school supplies for the school year 2023. Without your help a large majority of the students would not be able to attend school, and with your help students receive assistance to attend kindergarten, elementary school, secondary school, and the university. You have made such a difference in the lives of so many. Thank you and God bless you all.

PRAYER CONCERNS

(Current Prayer Concerns)

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

Beth Benson Brett Holt Mark Brewer

Brenda Benson Mandy & Libby Jane Cone Bridgett Mosley Gattis

Meredith McCoy McCraw Deanna Thigpen Cliff Philpot

Dr. Scott Benefield & Family Joan Emerson Patricia Chapman

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

JoAnn Johnson Larry Bailey Shane Olive

Sherry Robertson Roy Bradley Ed Bryant

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Lanny Hurst

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry Morris Susie Yoder

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Wayne Clayton

Kade Shultz Carley Henson

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Nov. 21st

Sharon Loete, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Nov. 23rd

Closed

Acolytes for Sunday, Nov. 19th

Luci Long & Bryce McMahan

Ushers for Sunday Nov. 19th, 2023

(10:30 am. Service)

Jerry Gibbs, Ken Nelson

Wayne Richardson

November 6, 2023

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

November 12th—Christians Connect meets for snacks and fellowship. This month’s gathering will be hosted by the Wesley class (Gracie Henson, Mary Ann Clayton, Layde Ezell, Brenda Benson, Barbara Brewer, Barbara Wellman, Judith Whaley, Jeanie Vaughn, Elaine Hamlett, Ann Akers)

November 13th—Mary Martha Circle meets in the Wesley classroom at 5:30 p.m.. Please remember to bring your World Thank Offering.

November 14th—UMW-WIF Executive Committee meets at 3:30 p.m.

November 15th—The Lydia Circle will meet at 1 p.m., in the Parlor. We will review Chapter 8 in our study books. Please be thinking about a Christmas meeting.

 November 19th—Community Thanksgiving Service at First Pentecostal Church on (1103 Springer Rd.) Refreshments served at 5 p.m. Service at 6 p.m.

December 2nd—Children/Youth Fund Raiser on church lawn while we watch the parade. Featuring Hot Chocolate and Soup. Everyone please come out and support your church and the children and youth!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER

November 15th

(Adults $10; School age and under $5)

Menu: Grilled chicken, Baked apples, Green beans, Mac & Cheese, Rolls

Cook & Workers: Clint Evers and Crew

...The Mary Martha Circle will meet on Monday, November 13th, at 5:30 p.m., in the Wesley classroom. Everyone is reminded to please bring your World Thank Offering.

 ..Housekeeper/Cleaner available with recommendation from Mary Randolph. Excellent work! Contact Mary at: 931-629-1124.

...the Lydia Circle will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 15th, at 1 p.m., in the Parlor. We will review Chapter 8 in our study books. Be thinking about a Christmas meeting.

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

Beth Benson Brett Holt Mark Brewer

Brenda Benson Mandy & Libby Jane Cone Bridgett Mosley Gattis

Meredith McCoy McCraw Deanna Thigpen John Cathey

Dr. Scott Benefield & Family Cliff Philpot

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson Patricia Chapman

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein Sherry Robertson

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

JoAnn Johnson Larry Bailey

Sherry Robertson Roy Bradley

Katie Lee Shane Olive Ed Bryant

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Lanny Hurst

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry Morris Susie Yoder

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Wayne Clayton

Kade Shultz Carley Henson

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Nov. 14th

Linda Newton, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Nov. 16th

Mary Meier, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

Acolytes for Sunday, Nov. 12th

Jake & Nina Shultz

Ushers for Sunday Nov. 12th, 2023

(10:30 am. Service)

Adam Glogau, Dwain Bradley,

Adam Slater

October 23, 2023

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

October 29th—Trunk or Treat at 4:30 p.m.

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

(Please bring covered dishes to share)

November 8th—Pack backpacks at Ingram-Sowell School (10 am.)

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER—Nov. 1

(Adults $10; School age and under $5)

Menu: Ham. Salad, Green beans, Mashed potatoes w/gravy; cookies w/ice cream

Workers: Volunteer II group (Randy & Nancy Brewer, Beverly Duke, Cornelia Wood, Linda Ledbetter, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs)

The program will be Scott Beasley and he will give a presentation of personal finance.

...The Family Resource Center of Lawrence County Schools is conducting a Food Drive during the Month of October. First United Methodist Church has been asked to bring the following designated Items: Rice and Pasta Packs & Boxed meals. Please bring these items to the church anytime during the month of October. All proceeds go to stock the LCSS District Food Pantry.

Tracy is placing another T-Shirt order for those who did not order the first time.. Sizes are S-M-L-XL Adult ($14), 2XL ($16), 3XL ($17), 4XL ($18). Please contact Tracy Evers and give her your sizes(s), if you would like to purchase a shirt.

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

Family of Jerry Dietz Brett Holt (Deployed to the Middle East)

Brenda Benson John Cathey Mandy & Libby Jane Cone

Meredith McCoy McCraw Deanna Thigpen

Dr. Scott Benefield & Family Cliff Philpot Abby Phillips

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson Patricia Chapman

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein Sherry Robertson

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

Larry Bailey Sherry Robertson Roy Bradley

Katie Lee Shane Olive Ed Bryant

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Lanny Hurst

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry Morris Susie Yoder

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Wayne Clayton

Kade Shultz Carley Henson

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Oct. 31st

Linda Newton, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Nov. 2nd

Mary Meier, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

Acolytes for Sunday, Oct. 29th

Maria McMahan

Kaycee MaMahan

Ushers for Sunday October 29th, 2023

(10:30 am. Service)

Mike Hardy Adam Glogau

Dwain Bradley

Oct. 16, 2023

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

October 22nd—Children’s Sabbath (1 service at 10:30 am.)

October 29th—Trunk or Treat at 4:30 p.m.

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER—October 25th

(Adults $10; School age and under $5)

Menu: Chicken pot pie/Hot dog (Chips), Salad, Fruit, chocolate cake/choc. icing

Workers: Volunteer I group (Bruce & Barbara Edwards, Bill & Sharon Loete, Craig & Mary Meier; Tim & Maggie Spencer, Dorothy Booth

...The Family Resource Center of Lawrence County Schools is conducting a Food Drive during the Month of October. First United Methodist Church has been asked to bring the following designated Items: Rice and Pasta Packs & Boxed meals. Please bring these items to the church anytime during the month of

October. All proceeds go to stock the LCSS District Food Pantry.

The Church T-Shirt order is here. If you purchased one, you may write a check to the church and designate it to the Children/Youth fund. The shirts are long-sleeved and black with white writing. The church’s name is one the front and a John Wesley quote is one the back. The price of the shirts are $14. Extras were ordered if you did not order when the first order was placed. Sizes are S-M-L-XL Adult ($14), 2XL ($16), 3XL ($17), 4XL ($18). Please contact Tracy Evers or the church office, if you would like to purchase a shirt.

Please Volunteer

In preparation for our 200 year celebration in 2024, there are several things that need to be done in our buildings and on our campus. Some of the jobs will require one or two hours of your volunteer time and others may be more extensive. This will require several volunteers. Please call the church office for more information about what needs to be done and please volunteer. God bless you all for your willingness to serve.

Items needed for Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Laundry detergent

Dish detergent

Toilet Paper

Shampoo

Shaving cream

Bar Soap

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

Brenda Benson Mandy Cone Libby Jane Cone

Bro. Kent John Cathey

Meredith McCoy McCraw Deanna Thigpen

Dr. Scott Benefield & Family Cliff Philpot Abby Phillips

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson Patricia Chapman

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein Sherry Robertson

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

Larry Bailey Sherry Robertson Roy Bradley

Katie Lee Shane Olive Ed Bryant

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Lanny Hurst

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry Morris Susie Yoder

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Wayne Clayton

Kade Shultz Carley Henson

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Oct. 24th

Sharon Loete, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Oct. 26th

Mary Meier, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

Acolytes for Sunday, Oct. 22nd

Liam Bradley

Wyatt Cisco

Ushers for Sunday October 22nd, 2023

(10:30 am. Service)

Jerry Gibbs Ken Nelson

Wayne Richardson

Oct. 8, 2023

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

*October 12th—Administrative Council meets at 5:30 pm.

*October 12th—Charge Conference at 6 pm. In the Wesley Classroom

October 15th—Acolyte training after 10:30 am. service

October 16th—Nurture Committee meets at 5:30 pm.

October 22nd—Children’s Sabbath

October 29th—Trunk or Treat

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

We will have an Acolyte training on Sunday, October 15th after church. Anyone interested in being on the new acolyte list for November—April needs to be there.If interested but you will not be at church that day, please contact Keri McMahan or Dawn Bradley and let them know.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER—October 18th

(Adults $10; School age and under$5)

Pizza, Salad, Brownies with Ice Cream

Workers: Upper Room John & Carol Beasley, John & Kathy Johnstone, Kris Fann, Dwain Bradley, Beth Dube, Brian Winters

Dear Church Family,

Thank you for the many kindnesses shown during my surgery and recovery. The prayers, calls, cards, visits, food and prayer blanket wee very appreciated. A special thank you to the children and youth for the protein drinks and cards. I am looking forward to returning to early church!

Cliff Philpot

...The Lydia Circle will meet on Wednesday, October 18th, at 1 pm., in the CLC-Parlor. We will study Chapter 8 in our study book.

...The Women of Faith will not have a Fall Harvest this event this year. We would like to than each of you for helping make all our events this year for missions a success by your prayers, donations and support. Thank you again.

First UMC-Lawrenceburg UMW-WIF

...The Family Resource Center of Lawrence County Schools is conducting a Food Drive during the Month of October. First United Methodist Church

has been asked to bring the following designated Items: Rice and Pasta Packs & Boxed meals. Please bring these items to the church anytime

During the month of October. All proceeds go to stock the LCSS District Food Pantry.

Children & Youth—Mandatory play

practice on October 15 & 18th.

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

Mandy Cone Libby Jane Cone

Bro. Kent John Cathey

Meredith McCoy McCraw

Dr. Scott Benefield & Family Cliff Philpot Abby Phillips

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson Patricia Chapman

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein Sherry Robertson

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

Larry Bailey Sherry Robertson

Katie Lee Shane Olive Roy Bradley

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Ed Bryant

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry Morris Lanny Hurst

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Susie Yoder

Kade Shultz Wayne Clayton

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua Carley Henson

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Oct. 17th

Linda Newton, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Oct. 19th

Mary Meier, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

Acolytes for Sunday, Oct. 15th

Victoria & Matthew Meadors

Ushers for Sunday October 15th, 2023

(10:30 am. Service)

Adam Glogau Adam Slater

Dwain Bradley

October 4, 2023

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

*October 9th—Trustees meet at 6 pm.

October 10th—UMW Executive Comm. meets at 3:30 pm.

October 11th—Children/Youth Faith Farm Pumpkin Patch (5 pm.)

*October 12th—Administrative Council meets at 5:30 pm.

*October 12th—Charge Conference at 6 pm. In the Wesley Classroom

October 11th—Wednesday Night Supper resumes

October 15th—Acolyte training after 10:30 am. service

October 16th—Nurture Committee meets at 5:30 pm.

October 22nd—Children’s Sabbath

October 29th—Trunk or Treat

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

October Birthdays

Teresa Carey—10/04

Megan Johnstone Hurley—10/04

Janice Bailey—10/05/

Linda Sowell—10/06

Hunter Anne Phelps—10/09

Kathy Johnstone —10/10

Caroline Boston Vicini—10/15

Steven Godbey—10/18

Mary Ann Clayton—10/19

Jennifer Massey—10/21

Ezra Hunt—10/23

Liam Bradley—10/25

Carla Clayton—10/27

Mark Brewer—10/30

Wesley Wright—10/30

Debbie Hardy—10/31

We will have an Acolyte training on Sunday, October 15th after church.

Anyone interested in being on the new acolyte list for November—April needs to be there.If interested but you will not be at church that day, please contact Keri McMahan or Dawn Bradley and let them know.

...Christians Connect meets this Sunday following the 8:15 am. Service. This month’s gathering will be hosted by the Friends & Fellowship class. Please join us for snacks and fellowship.

...The Mary Martha Circle will meet on October 9th, at 5:30 pm. in

the Wesley Classroom. Cornelia Wood has the program. Please bring

your items for Hope House to this meeting. Gracie has been in contact

with the director and we have an updated needs list. The list is:

detergent (40 oz.) Clorox wet wipes

Coffee Dust cleaner

Dryer sheets

Zip lock bags (all sizes, especially gallon)

Women’s underwear Men’s boxer briefs

Walmart gift cards Kroger gift cards

Church T-shirts

T-shirts (long-sleeved) are being ordered for the children and youth to wear on the Children’s Sabbath Sunday. They will have the church name on the front and a John Wesley quote on the back of the shirt. The color will be black. Anyone may order a shirt. Please contact Tracy Evers if you would like a shirt and give her your size

...A BIG THANK YOU to all the Women of Faith of our church who helped to make the Harpeth River District fall meeting a huge

success! Our guests were most complimentary of our facilities and hospitality!

...The Family Resource Center of Lawrence County Schools is conducting a Food Drive during the Month of October. First United Methodist Church

has been asked to bring the following designated Items: Rice and Pasta Packs & Boxed meals. Please bring these items to the church anytime

During the month of October. All proceeds go to stock the LCSS District Food Pantry.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER—October 11th

(Adults $10; School age and under$5) Bar-b-que chicken, Cole slaw, Baked beans, Toast, Lemon icebox pie

Workers: Upper Room John & Carol Beasley, John & Kathy Johnstone, Kris Fann, Dwain Bradley, Beth Dube, Brian Winters

...The Women of Faith will not have a Fall Harvest event this year. We would like to thank each of you for helping make all our events this year for missions a success by your prayers, donations and support. Thank you again.

First UMC-Lawrenceburg UMW-WIF

Children & Youth—Mandatory play

practice on October 8, 15 & 18th.

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

Mandy Cone Libby Jane Cone

Bro. Kent John Cathey

Meredith McCoy McCraw Elaine Willis Lee Willis

Dr. Scott Benefield & Family Cliff Philpot Abby Phillips

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson Patricia Chapman

Larry Bailey Sherry Robertson

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein Sherry Robertson

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

Katie Lee Shane Olive Roy Bradley

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Ed Bryant

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry & Peggy Morris Lanny Hurst

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Brian Beck

Kade Shultz Wayne Clayton Susie Yoder

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua Carley Henson

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Oct. 10th

Sharon Loete, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Oct. 12th

Mary Meier, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

Acolytes for Sunday, Oct. 8th

Luci Long

Nina Shultz

Ushers for Sunday October 8th, 2023

(10:30 am. Service)

Jerry Gibbs Ken Nelson

Wayne Richardson

Sept. 19, 2023

Cash for Cooling Campaign

It has been determined that the air conditioning units in the sanctuary must be replaced. The cost of this project is approximately $35,000.00. While there is some memorial money and interest income that can be used for this project, we are still in need of funds to cover the entire cost. The Administrative Board approved a campaign for September to help raise the funds. We are asking that everyone who would like to remain cool during the services and is able to contribute to please make an extra donation, during the month of September, so that we may proceed with this project.

Thanks to all for their consideration!

John Beasley, Finance Chair

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

September 23rd—UMW-WIF District Event (9:00 am.—2:00 pm.)

September 27th—No Wednesday supper (Fair week)

October 4th—No Wednesday supper (Fall break)

October 9th—Trustees meet at 6 pm.

October 11th—Children/Youth Faith Farm Pumpkin Patch (5 pm.)

October 12th—Administrative Council meets at 5:30 pm.

October 12th—Charge Conference at 6 pm.

October 15th—Acolyte training after 10:30 am. service

October 16th—Nurture Committee meets at 5:30 pm.

October 22nd—Children’s Sabbath

October 29th—Trunk or Treat

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

Our First United Methodist UMW (Women in Faith) will be hosting the Harpeth River District Meeting at our church on this Saturday, September 23. Registration starts at 8:30 am., with meeting from 9:00 am.—2:00pm. Lunch and a light breakfast will be served.

FALL 2023

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PROGRAM CALENDAR

September—27 No Session, Fair Week

October 4—No Session, Schools out (Fall Break)

We will have an Acolyte training on Sunday, October 15th after church. Anyone

interested in being on the new acolyte list for November—April needs to be there.If interested but you will not be at church that day, please contact Keri McMahan or Dawn Bradley and let them know.

Help Wanted: There are several small jobs that need to be done around the church. If you can donate some time to help, please let Terri know in the church office at 762-3696.

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

Bro. Kent John Cathey

Meredith McCoy McCraw Elaine Willis Lee Willis

Dr. Scott Benefield & Family Cliff Philpot Abby Phillips

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson Patricia Chapman

Larry Bailey Sherry Robertson Evan Crews

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein Sherry Robertson

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

Katie Lee Shane Olive Roy Bradley

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Ed Bryant

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry & Peggy Morris Lanny Hurst

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Brian Beck

Kade Shultz Wayne Clayton Susie Yoder

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua Carley Henson

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Sept. 26th

Sharon Loete, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Sept. 28th

Mary Meier, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

Acolytes for Sunday, Sept. 24th

Matthew Meadors

Jake Shultz

Ushers for Sunday September 24, 2023

(10:30 am. Service)

Jerry Gibbs Ken Nelson

Wayne Richardson

September 11, 2023

Cash for Cooling Campaign

It has been determined that the air conditioning units in the sanctuary must be replaced. The cost of this project is approximately $35,000.00. While there is some memorial money and interest income that can be used for this project, we are still in need of funds to cover the entire cost. The Administrative Board approved a campaign for September to help raise the funds. We are asking that everyone who would like to remain cool during the services and is able to contribute to please make an extra donation, during the month of September, so that we may proceed with this project.

Thanks to all for their consideration!

John Beasley, Finance Chair

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

September 19th—UMW Executive Committee meets at 3:30 pm.

September 23rd—UMW-WIF District Event (9:00 am.—2:00 pm.)

September 27th—No Wednesday supper (Fair week)

October 4th—No Wednesday supper (Fall break)

October 9th—Trustees meet at 6 pm.

October 11th—Children/Youth Faith Farm Pumpkin Patch (5 pm.)

October 12th—Charge Conference at 6 pm.

October 16th—Nurture Committee meets at 5:30 pm.

October 22nd—Children’s Sabbath

October 29th—Trunk or Treat

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

Our First United Methodist UMW (Women in Faith) will be hosting the Harpeth River District Meeting at our church on Saturday, September 23. Registration starts at 8:30 am., with meeting from 9:00 am.—2:00pm. Lunch and a light breakfast will be served.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER—Sept. 20th

(Adults $10; School age and under$5)

Breakfast supper: Pancakes, Bacon, Hashbrowns, Coffee cake

Workers: Friends and Fellowship

Program: POA (Power of Attorney), Wills & Trust

FALL 2023

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PROGRAM CALENDAR

September—20 POA (Power of Attorney), Wills, Trust

September—27 No Session, Fair Week

October 4—No Session, Schools out (Fall Break)

...The Lydia Circle will meet on Wednesday, September 20th, at 1 pm., in the CLC-Parlor. Please remember to bring your study books.

...Volunteers will meet to pack back packs on Wednesday, September 20th, at 10 am., at Ingram Sowell school. All volunteers are welcome and appreciated.

...For anyone who signed up to bring meals or freezer meals for Bro. Kent, following his surgery: You may bring your meals to the church on Sunday the 17th or Monday, (between 8 am.—11:30 am.), or Monday, the 18th the 18th, (between 8 am.—12 noon.) The Mahr avenue side door as well as the entrance closet to the kitchen will be open. Please put your dish in the refrigerator or the refrigerator freezer. If you bring a freezer meal that needs to be cooked, please include instructions with the dish. Thank you!

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

concerns. We want to keep the list as current as possible)

Peggy Morris Sherry Robertson

Meredith McCoy McCraw Elaine Willis Lee Willis

Dr. Scott Benefield & Family Cliff Philpot Abby Phillips

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson Patricia Chapman

Larry Bailey Sherry Robertson Evan Crews

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

Katie Lee Shane Olive Roy Bradley

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Ed Bryant

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry & Peggy Morris Lanny Hurst

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Brian Beck

Kade Shultz Wayne Clayton Susie Yoder

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua Carley Henson

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Sept. 19th

Linda Newton, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Sept. 21st

Mary Meier, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

August 30, 2023

Cash for Cooling Campaign

It has been determined that the air conditioning units in the sanctuary must be replaced. The cost of this project is approximately $35,000.00. While there is some memorial money and interest income that can be used for this project, we are still in need of funds to cover the entire cost. The Administrative Board approved a campaign for September to help raise the funds. We are asking that everyone who would like to remain cool during the services and is able to contribute to please make an extra donation, during the month of September, so that we may proceed with this project.

Thanks to all for their consideration!

John Beasley, Finance Chair

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

September 5th—9:00 am. Prayer Shawl Ministry meets

October 11th—Children/Youth Faith Farm Pumpkin Patch (5 pm.)

October 12th Charge Conference at 6 pm.

October 16th—Nurture Committee meets at 5:30 pm.

October 22nd—Children’s Sabbath

October 29th—Trunk or Treat

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

Our First United Methodist UMW (Women in Faith) will be hosting the Harpeth River District Meeting at our church on Saturday, September 23. Registration starts at 8:30 am., with meeting from 9:00 am.—2:00pm. Lunch and a light breakfast will be served. The cost is $15 and the deadline for registration is September 12. Registration forms may be picked up in the church office. All women of the church are welcome.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER—Sept. 6th

(Adults $10; School age and under$5)

Wednesday night, September 6th

Taco bar (hard and soft)

Salad Rice

Yellow cake w/peanut butter icing

Workers: Wesley class (Ann and Bill Akers, Brenda Benson, Barbara Brewer, Layde Ezell, Gracie Henson, Judith Whaley)

Program: College Opportunities for all Ages—Cissy Holt

FALL 2023

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PROGRAM CALENDAR

September—6 College Opportunities for all Ages—Cissy Holt

September—13 Funeral Homes and Services—Kent Bailey

September—20 POA (Power of Attorney), Wills, Trust

September—27 No Session, Fair Week

October 4—No Session, Schools out (Fall Break)

...Anyone who would like to help provide a meal from Bro. Kent following his upcoming surgery (September 19th) needs to contact Carol Beasley to sign up. We are going to try to provide some meals frozen for him to hueat up and others ready to eat. This is to help cut down on overloading him with too much food at one time. The sign up sheet will be at Wednesday night suppers and on Sundays at church, or you may call Carol Beasley at 931-629-5631.

The J.A.M. Group (Children’s Group) that meets on Wednesdays at 5-5:30 pm. is going to start meeting from 5:15—5:45 pm.

...Children/Parents: We will be practicing every Wednesday evening for the Children’s Sabbath, which will be on Sunday, October 22nd.

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

concerns. We want to keep the list as current as possible)

Peggy Morris is at NHC-Scott (Rm. 111)

Elaine Willis Lee Willis

Cliff Philpot Abby Phillips

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson Patricia Chapman

Larry Bailey Sherry Robertson Evan Crews

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

Katie Lee Shane Olive Roy Bradley

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Ed Bryant

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry & Peggy Morris Lanny Hurst

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Brian Beck

Kade Shultz Wayne Clayton Susie Yoder

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua Carley Henson

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Sept. 5th

Linda Newton, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Sept. 7th

Mary Meier, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

Acolytes for Sunday, Sept. 3rd

Sammy Evers

Luci Long

Ushers for Sunday September 3, 2023

(10:30 am. Service)

Adam Glogau

Dwain Bradley, Adam Slater

August 23, 2023

Cash for Cooling Campaign

It has been determined that the air conditioning units in the sanctuary must be replaced. The cost of this project is approximately $35,000.00. While there is some memorial money and interest income that can be used for this project, we are still in need of funds to cover the entire cost. The Administrative Board approved a campaign for September to help raise the funds. We are asking that everyone who would like to remain cool during the services and is able to contribute to please make an extra donation, during the month of September, so that we may proceed with this project.

Thanks to all for their consideration!

John Beasley, Finance Chair

Anyone who would like to help provide a meal for Bro. Kent following his surgery on the 29th needs to contact Carol

Beasley to sign up. We are going to try to provide some meals frozen for him to heat up and others ready to eat.

This is to help cut-down on overloading him with too much food at one time. The sign up sheet will be at Wednesday

Night Suppers and this Sunday, August 27th or you can call Carol at 629-5631.

Thank you so much!

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

August 20th—Back to School family picnic at Crockett Park (5-7 pm.)

Shelter #1 (More information to come)

August 22nd—Lay Leadership Committee meets at 6 pm.

August 23rd—Wednesday night supper resumes in the CLC

September 5th—9:00 am. Prayer Shawl Ministry meets

October 11th—Children/Youth Faith Farm Pumpkin Patch (5 pm.)

October 12th Charge Conference at 6 pm.

October 16th—Nurture Committee meets at 5:30 pm.

October 22nd—Children’s Sabbath

October 29th—Trunk or Treat

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER

(Adults $10; School age and under$5)

Wednesday night, August 30th

Chicken tenders

Mac & Cheese Green beans

Salad Rolls

Choc cake w/Choc icing

Workers: Volunteer II group (Randy & Nancy Brewer, Beverly Duke; Cornelia Wood; Linda Ledbetter, Jerry and Martha Jo Gibbs)

Program: Dwain Bradley/Fire Department

FALL 2023

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PROGRAM CALENDAR

August 30—Fire Department—Dwain Bradley

September—6 College Opportunities for all Ages—Cissy Holt

September—13 Funeral Homes and Services—Kent Bailey

September—20 POA (Power of Attorney), Wills, Trust

September—27 No Session, Fair Week

October 4—No Session, Schools out (Fall Break)

Youth Rally

Sunday, August 27th

5 pm.

Mars Hill UMC.

Enjoy

Grilled Hamburgers, Hotdogs

Games

Music.

Special guest:

Kade Shultz.

Everyone is invited!

...Volunteers are needed to run the church sound system in the sanctuary on Sunday mornings and for other occasions (as needed). Mark Brewer has done this job for 30+ years, however, due to health reasons, he would like to train others run the sound system as it is becoming more difficult for him. If several people volunteer, it would be helpful and the same person won’t have to do it each Sunday. More will train all volunteers. If you feel you can volunteer for this, please let Mark know or contact the church office.

A BIG THANK YOU

A big thank you to the church for attending and providing food for the three summer activities planned by the Nurture Committee. We were able to enjoy the Ice Cream Social/Swim Party/Trivia in June; Game Night in July; and the Back to School party in August. This wouldn't have been possible without your participation and attendance! A special thank you to the men who grilled the meats for the Back to School party - this added a special touch! Another big thank you to the Family Ministries committee (Bruce and Barbara Edwards, Ken and Nancy Nelson, and Jerry and Martha Jo Gibbs) who work tirelessly decorating, laying out food, and cleaning up when we are finished!!

SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS

September 1 September 23

Abby Clayton Judy Benson

September 8 September 26

Katie Lyn Godsey Jeff Gibbs

Georgianna Ricaurte

September 14 Weston Brewer

Cissy Holt September 27

Linda Newton

September 15 Dorothy Booth

Laine Philpot Sandy Lisnak

September 18 September 30

Mike Hardy Carole Cheatwood

September 21

Layde Ezell

Mary Johnstone

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

concerns. We want to keep the list as current as possible)

Peggy Morris is at NHC-Scott (Rm. 111)

The Family of Sandy Calvert

Cliff Philpot Abby Phillips

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson Patricia Chapman

Larry Bailey Sherry Robertson Evan Crews

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

Katie Lee Shane Olive Roy Bradley

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Ed Bryant

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry & Peggy Morris Lanny Hurst

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Brian Beck

Kade Shultz Wayne Clayton Susie Yoder

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua Carley Henson

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Aug. 29th

Sharon Loete, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Aug. 31st

Mary Meier, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

Acolytes for Sunday, Aug. 27th

Nina Shultz

Jake Shultz

Ushers for Sunday August 27th

(10:30 am. Service)

Jerry Gibbs

Ken Nelson & Wayne Richardson

August 14, 2023

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

August 20th—Back to School family picnic at Crockett Park (5-7 pm.)

Shelter #1 (More information to come)

August 22nd—Lay Leadership Committee meets at 6 pm.

August 23rd—Wednesday night supper resumes in the CLC

October 11th—Children/Youth Faith Farm Pumpkin Patch (5 pm.)

October 12th Charge Conference at 6 pm.

October 16th—Nurture Committee meets at 5:30 pm.

October 22nd—Children’s Sabbath

October 29th—Trunk or Treat

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

...Volunteers are needed to run the church sound system in the sanctuary on Sunday mornings and for other occasions (as needed). Mark Brewer has done this job for 30+ years, however, due to health reasons, he would like to train others run the sound system as it is becoming more difficult for him. If several people volunteer, it would be helpful and the same person won’t have to do it each Sunday. More will train all volunteers. If you feel you can volunteer for this, please let Mark know or contact the church office.

A NOTE OF THANKS

We are so appreciative of the kindness shown to us every year with the breakfast provided for our faculty and staff!

Thank you for loving on our educators!

Ingram Sowell

Elementary

...The Lay Leadership committee will meet on Tuesday, August 22nd, at 6 pm.

Members of this committee are:

Pastor Kent Bailey-Chairperson,

Beth Lerner, Gayle Wright, Layde Ezell, Jeannie Vaughn, Clint Evers,

Keri McMahan, Malea Brewer,

Ben Boston and Gary Lisnak.

SUNDAY SCHOOL PROMOTION SUNDAY—AUGUST 20TH

Sunday School Promotion will be on Sunday, August 20th. All Sunday school children, youth and teachers-please make plans to attend. We offer the following Sunday school classes: Preschool and Kindergarten, 1st—3rd grade, 4th—5th grade, Middle school, High school, and adult classes.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER

(Adults $10; School age and under$5)

Wednesday night, August 23rd

Spaghetti Salad Garlic bread

Brownies with Ice cream

Workers: Bruce & Barbara Edwards, Bill & Sharon Loete, Craig & Mary Meier, Tim & Maggie Spencer, Dorothy Booth

Program: Palliative Care/Hospice by Dawn Bradley & Caitlin Winters

FALL 2023

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PROGRAM CALENDAR

August 23—Palliative Care/Hospice by Dawn Bradley & Caitlin Winters

August 30—Fire Department by Dwain Bradley

September—6 College Opportunities for all Ages—Cissy Holt

September—13 Funeral Homes and Services—Kent Bailey

September—20 POA (Power of Attorney), Wills, Trust

September—27 No Session, Fair Week

October 4—No Session, Schools out (Fall Break)

BACK TO SCHOOL FAMILY PICNIC AT THE PARK

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20TH

This Sunday, from 5—7 pm., is the Back to School Family picnic at Crockett Park. Everyone is invited and needs to come to Shelter #1. The meat will be provided and cooked. Please bring side dishes to share as well as drinks and desserts. Kids can enjoy the playground and playing with bubbles. Everyone please join us for great food and fellowship!

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

concerns. We want to keep the list as current as possible)

Peggy Morris is at NHC-Scott (Rm. 111)

Cliff Philpot Abby Phillips

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson Patricia Chapman

Larry Bailey Sherry Robertson Evan Crews

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Susie De Antonio

Carroll & Cathy Curry Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

Katie Lee Shane Olive Roy Bradley

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Ed Bryant

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry & Peggy Morris Lanny Hurst

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Brian Beck

Kade Shultz Wayne Clayton Susie Yoder

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua Carley Henson

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Aug. 22nd

Linda Newton, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Aug. 24th

Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

Acolytes for Sunday, Aug. 20th

Victoria Meadors

Kaycee McMahan

Ushers for Sunday August 20th

(10:30 am. Service)

Dwain Bradley

Adam Glogau, Adam Slater

August 7, 2023

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

August 14th—Mary/Martha Circle will meet at Stryker’s at 5:30 pm. All ladies of the church are welcome.

August 15th—Finance Committee meeting at 5:30 pm.

August 15th—Administrative Bd. meets at 6:00 pm.

August 16th—Children/Youth swim party at the Gibbs’s 5:00—7:30 pm.)

August 20th—Back to School family picnic at Crockett Park (5-7 pm.)

Shelter #1 (More information to come)

August 22nd—Lay Leadership Committee meets

August 23rd—Wednesday night supper resumes in the CLC (please note date change)

October 12th Charge Conference at 6 pm.

October 20th—Children’s Sabbath

October 29th—Trunk or Treat

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

...Christians Connect will meet this Sunday, August 13th, following the 8:15am. Service. Jerry Thomas class will host (Ken & Nancy Nelson, Dan & Jane Jennings, Sid & Carol James, Larry & Bonnie Thigpen, Mike & Chandra Nelms, Danny & Therese Puckett, Gary & Sandy Lisnak, and Nancy Moore). Everyone invited!

SUNDAY SCHOOL PROMOTION SUNDAY—AUGUST 20TH

Sunday School Promotion will be on Sunday, August 20th. All Sunday school children, youth and teachers-please make plans to attend. We offer the following Sunday school classes: Preschool and Kindergarten, 1st—3rd grade, 4th—5th grade, Middle school, High school, and adult classes.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER RESUMES ON AUGUST 23RD, IN THE CLC

Wednesday night supper will resume on August 23rd. The menu will be Spaghetti, Salad, Garlic bread, and brownies with ice cream (look for your reservation in Aug. 20th, Sunday bulletin). Prices for the meal are $10 (Adults) $5 (Children). Take-outs are available. We will have different programs each Wednesday night following the supper. The first program will be Dawn Bradley and Caitlin Winters providing information about Hospice and Palliative care.

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer

concerns. We want to keep the list as current as possible)

Peggy Morris is at NHC-Scott (Rm. 111)

Cliff Philpot (home)

Joan Emerson JoAnn B. Johnson

Larry Bailey Sherry Robertson Patricia Chapman

Danny Carter Jeff Weeks Evan Crews

All teachers, support staff and students

Shirley Pigg & Family Susie De Antonio Carroll & Cathy Curry

Ed Bryant Roy Bradley

Jackson Murtha Marty Crews

Bob Brown Susan Beuerlein

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

Katie Lee Shane Olive

Holly Glogau-Morgan Robin Thompson Carley Henson

Ron & Mary Randolph Larry & Peggy Morris Lanny Hurst

Jennifer Robertson Jane Philpot Brian Beck

Kade Shultz Wayne Clayton Susie Yoder

Fountain of Life Church-Nicaragua

My Service

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

Tuesday, Aug. 15th

Linda Newton, Bruce & Barbara Edwards

Thursday, Aug. 17th

Mary Meier, Jerry & Martha Jo Gibbs

Acolytes for Sunday, Aug. 13th

Sammy Evers

Alexa Slater

Ushers for Sunday August 13th

(10:30 am. Service)

Jerry Gibbs

Ken Nelson, Wayne Richardson

SCHEDULED AND UPCOMING MEETINGS/EVENTS

August 7th—Trustees will meet at 6 pm.

August 8th—UMW Executive Committee meets at 3:30 pm.

August 9th—Children & Youth will have a pool party at the home of Jerry and Martha Jo Gibbs (5:00—7:30 pm.)

August 14th—Mary/Martha Circle will meet at Stryker’s at 5:30 pm. All ladies of the church are welcome.

August 15th—Finance Committee meeting at 5:30 pm.

August 15th—Administrative Bd. meets at 6:00 pm.

August 16th—Wednesday Night Supper resumes at 5:30 pm.

August 20th—Back to School family picnic at Crockett Park (5-7 pm.)

Shelter #1 (More information to come)

October 12th Charge Conference at 6 pm.

October 20th—Children’s Sabbath

October 29th—Trunk or Treat

November 2nd—Laity Supper (5:30 pm.) at Coleman Memorial UMC

Dear Church Family,

Last week our Youth traveled to Daytona Beach, Florida for a Youth 2023 conference hosted by Discipleship Ministries-The United Methodist Church. A wonderful time was had by all. Starting everyday with communion and prayer on the beach these youth engaged in learning about their faith in workshops they got to choose. They attended worship twice a day. On Wednesday, they took part in a mission called “Rise Against Hunger”. We helped pack food bags for children all over the world. Our goal was 100,000 bags and we did 110,000 bags in one day. Our youth were told more than once they were packing the fastest. This filled them with joy as they worked to stop hunger around the world. The children who receive these bags can now go to school and get an education instead of working all day for one simple thing we take for granted-food. My family have been honored and humbled by a church who supports our children and youth program. For our children and youth are the church. Not the church of the future but the church right now. So let’s all be BOLD (being ourselves living different).

Blessings, peace and Grace, Mrs. Tracy

PRAYER CONCERNS

Current Prayer Concerns

**(Please let the church office know if someone needs to be added or taken off the prayer