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Summer Worship July 20, 2014 8:30, 9:45 & 11:00 a.m. Athens First United Methodist Church
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Summer WorshipJuly 20, 2014

8:30, 9:45 & 11:00 a.m.

Athens FirstUnited

MethodistChurch

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We’re glad you’re here! Thank you for joining us today. Members of this congregation have been gathering here to worship since 1804, when our church was formed to minister to the Native American and European settlers in Athens. Over the past two centuries our congregation has changed, but our mission remains the same: to make disciples of Jesus Christ. We are inspired by the words of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, who encouraged believers to “do all the good you can, in all the ways you can.” At Athens First United Methodist, there are many ways to get involved, grow in your faith, and do good in our community.

If you are unable to attend worship in person, each Sunday our 11:00 a.m. service is broadcast on WRFC 960 AM, and our 9:45 and 11:00 a.m. services are live-streamed on our website at athensfirstumc.org/webcast.

NurseryOur nursery is available for infants through four-year-olds on Sundays from 8:15 a.m.– 12:15 p.m. The nursery area is located on the first floor of the building, off the Washington Street entrance.

ChildrenWorship activity bags (age-appropriate for all preschool and elementary children) are available every Sunday in the narthex and by the south entrance of the sanctuary.

Sunday SchoolWe offer Sunday School for all ages, kindergarten through adult, each Sunday from 9:45– 10:45 a.m. For a list of adult Sunday School classes and locations, visit athensfirstumc.org/adultsundayschool.

ConnectIf you would like to find out more about our church or are interested in becoming a member, we invite you to attend our Newcomer Orientation every second Sunday of the month at 9:45 and 11:00 a.m. We also encourage you to visit our website, athensfirstumc.org, for information about our ministries, to register for events, and to listen to sermons from our sermon archive. Visit athensfirstumc.org/thesteeple to sign up for our weekly newsletter, the eSteeple. You can also connect with us via social media. Find us @athens_firstumc on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest.

Our church office is open Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. If you need assistance, please call 706-543-1442.

Welcome

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The Worship of God The congregation speaks or sings the text in bold type.

GatheringGATHER ING M USIC

W ELCOME A ND OPENING PR AY ERBeth Dickinson

Praise & Thanksgiving H Y M N MEDLE Y“I’ll Fly Away”Some glad morning when this life is o’er,I’ll fly away!To a home on God’s celestial shore:I’ll fly away! Refrain:I’ll fly away, oh Glory, I’ll fly away.When I die, hallelujah by and by,I’ll fly away! When the shadows of this life have gone,I’ll fly away.Like a bird from prison bars have flown,I’ll fly away. Refrain Just a few more weary days and thenI’ll fly away.To a land where joys shall never endI’ll fly away.

Worship Bulletin | 3

W O R S H I P B U L L E T I N | 1

The flowers on the altar are given to

the glory of God and in loving

memory of Johnie Evans and Robert

and Reta Brown by Carole and Emmett

Langley and Susan Whitehead.

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Refrain

“When the Saints Go Marching In”Oh, when the saints go marching in,Oh, when the saints go marching in.Oh, Lord I want to be in that number,When the saints go marching in. Oh, when the sun begins to shine, Oh, when the sun begins to shine, Oh, Lord I want to be in that number,When the sun begins to shine. Oh, when I hear that trumpet blow,Oh, when I hear that trumpet blow,Oh, Lord I want to be in that number,When I hear that trumpet blow. Oh, when they crown Him Lord of All,Oh, when they crown Him Lord of All,Oh, Lord I want to be in that number,When they crown Him Lord of All.

“It Is Well With My Soul”When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows like sea billows roll; Whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say, “It is well, it is well with my soul.”

Refrain: It is well (It is well) With my soul (With my soul), It is well, it is well, with my soul. My sin, oh, the bliss of this glorious thought!My sin, not in part but the whole, Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more, Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!

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THE SACR A MEN T OF BA P TISM 8:30 a.m.| Rebecca Anne ManganRebecca, Rebecca, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. We this day do all agree a child of God you’ll always be. Rebecca, Rebecca, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. 11:00 a.m. | Eleanor Ruth and James Paulk MorganChildren, children, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. We this day do all agree a child of God you’ll always be. Children, children, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too.

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Refrain

And, Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight,The clouds be rolled back as a scroll; The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend, Even so, it is well with my soul.

Refrain

“Because He Lives”God sent His son, they called Him, Jesus; He came to love, heal and forgive; He lived and died to buy my pardon, An empty grave is there to prove my Savior lives! Refrain:Because He lives, I can face tomorrow; Because He lives, all fear is gone; Because I know He holds the future, And life is worth the living, Just because He lives!

And then one day I’ll cross the river,I’ll fight life’s final war with pain; And then, as death gives way to vic’try, I’ll see the lights of glory and I’ll know He lives.

Refrain

THE PA SSING OF THE PE ACE

THE W ELCOMING OF NEW MEMBERS | 8:30 & 11:00 a.mMartha Aenchbacher

M UR PH Y-H A R PST CHILDR EN’S HOMEBrian Hampton

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THE PR AY ERS OF THE PEOPLE A ND THE LOR D’S PR AY ERBeth DickinsonOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day, our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen.

Proclamation of the WordTHE OFFER ING

THE OFFERTORY A N THEM “Make Me A Mirror” | Caldwell

Make me a mirror, a glass for your glory, clearly revealing you, Lord. Make me a temple, a place for your spirit, fully indwelling me, Lord. Make me patient, make me kind, let me remind that love is faithful, love endures, love never ends. It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all thing, endures . Now faith, hope, and love abide, but the greatest is love!

THE SCR IP T UR E R E A DING Philippians 2: 1-5 Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. 3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, 4 not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. 5 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.

THE MESSAGE “No Matter What” | Betsy Butler

Response to the Word

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CLOSING H Y M N MEDLE Y“Pour Me Out”In my weakness, you are strongIn my darkness, you are lightIn my sadness, you are joyIn my fear, you are almightyIn my despair, you are hopeIn my doubt, you are faithIn my trouble, you are peaceWhen I tremble, you are unshaken

Refrain:I want to pour me outSo you can fill me upI want to be a vessel for your purpose, LordI want to lay me downSo you can raise me upA new creation in your perfect love

“I Love to Tell the Story” I love to tell the story of unseen things above,Of Jesus and His glory, of Jesus and His love.I love to tell the story, because I know ’tis true;It satisfies my longings as nothing else can do. Refrain:I love to tell the story, ’twill be my theme in glory, To tell the old, old story of Jesus and His love. I love to tell the story; more wonderful it seems Than all the golden fancies of all our golden dreams.I love to tell the story, it did so much for me; And that is just the reason I tell it now to thee. Refrain I love to tell the story; ’tis pleasant to repeat What seems, each time I tell it, more wonderfully sweet.

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I love to tell the story, for some have never heard The message of salvation from God’s own holy Word.

Refrain I love to tell the story, for those who know it best Seem hungering and thirsting to hear it like the rest. And when, in scenes of glory, I sing the new, new song, ’Twill be the old, old story that I have loved so long. Refrain

Sending Forth THE BLESSING

GOING FORTH M USIC

Sermon NotesIf you would like an audio copy of this sermon or would like to listen to previous sermons, visit athensfirstumc.org/sermons for a complete library of sermons.

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GR EETER SJoy and Jack Davis, Charlotte and Hal Northrop, Victor Wilson, Mary and Bob Wimberly, Ben Butler, Bo Griffith

J U LY USHER S8:30 a.m. Jim Belger, Ann and Paul Brown, Larry Deal, Hugh Larkey, Mack Lowery, Jim Lyons, Candler Meadors, Olan Moore, Bob Noble, Grace Rabek, Ken Reece, Keith Wilson, Michael and Sharon Broun 9:45 a.m. Chris Bostdorff, Tom Cooper, David and Jane Disney, Mark Ellison, Mark Firth, Tom Hedges, Dan Lasseter, Jim Lyons, Sharon Milton, Tom Milton, Al Rogers, Bill Trigleth, Michelle and Reeves McNeill 11:00 a.m. Mark Graham, Mike McCord, Charlie Upchurch III, Allan Hixon, Mason McWhorter, Gene Deal, Jim Lyons

OF FER ING STEWA R DSBob Booth and Charlie Grimes, Jim Lyons, Nat Carmack, Henry Garrard, Nathan King, Al Hawley, Sean Rogers, Charlie Upchurch III

F IR ST LIGHT ACOLY TES8:30 a.m. John Curtis Pruett, Raleigh Lumpkin 9:45 a.m. Walt Chapeau, Reagan Grace, Mary Martin Harper 11:00 a.m. Evan Williams, Hayley Whitmore

AT TENDA NCE ON J U LY 13Total Worship | 806 Sunday School | 210 8:30 a.m. | 154 9:45 a.m. | 272 11:00 a.m. | 302 Online | 78

F INA NCI A L R EPORT Budget for 2014 | $2,431,008 Amount Given YTD | $1,420,946 Goal for July | $153,843 Amount after 1 Sunday | $35,818

OUR MINISTER S A ND PROGR A M DIR ECTOR S

Chuck Hodges Senior Minister athensfirstumc.org [email protected] | 706-206-5529

Martha Aenchbacher Minister of Congregational Care athensfirstumc.org/caregroups [email protected] | 678-230-9708

Beth Dickinson Minister of Discipleship athensfirstumc.org/smallgroupsbiblestudies [email protected] | 706-543-1442

Betsy Butler Minister of Missions athensfirstumc.org/adultmissions [email protected] | 706-543-1442

Josh Miles Director of Student Ministries athensfirstumc.org/youth/students [email protected] | 706-543-1442

Robin Stewart Director of Children’s Ministry athensfirstumc.org/sundaymorning [email protected] | 706-543-1442

Stephen Mitchell Director of Music athensfirstumc.org/adultmusicministry [email protected] | 706-543-1442

Janis Maxwell Director of Youth Music & Organist athensfirstumc.org/wyc [email protected] | 706-543-1442

Rusty Wood Director of Recreation athensfirstumc.org/recreation [email protected] | 706-543-1442

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The Steeple

Do all the good you can in all the ways you can.

“By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another”John 13:35

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Empowering God’s People to Love God’s People: Mission Opportunities at a Glance 2014-2015“By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another.” John 13:35 is the scripture that represents missions at Athens First United Methodist Church. Below is a glance at the opportunities to become involved with missions this coming year. Find out up-to-date information, hear about details, and see how to register to participate by receiving the Mission Opportunity weekly newsletter. Contact Diana Zylow, [email protected], to sign up for this newsletter.

Local Mission Opportunities The mission projects listed below are projects individuals and families may join in to share the love of Christ with our community.

Sack Lunch Ministry | Every Sunday athensfirstumc.org/sacklunchministry

Smart Lunch, Smart Kids | July 2014 athensfirstumc.org/serve

Mobile Food Pantry | July 26, August 23, September 27, October 25, November 22, December 20 athensfirstumc.org/localmissions

Consignment Sale | August 15 and 16 athensfirstumc.org/sale

Action Dash 5K, Supporting Action Ministries | September 1 actionministries.net/locations/athens

Mission Study, “Why We Serve Where We Serve” September 24-October 15

Interfaith Hospitality Network Host Week October 5-12 and December | athensfirstumc.org/localmissions

Salvation Army Angel Tree/Project Safe Christmas November-December Adopt a child/family for Christmas

Christmas Community Meal | December 11 athensfirstumc.org/localmissions

Souper Suppers | Thursdays, January-April athensfirstumc.org/soupersupper

Stop Hunger Now | January 31 athensfirstumc.org/stophungernow

Celebration of A Year in Service Brunch and Basket Auction | May 3 | athensfirstumc.org/brunchandbasket

Commencement Ceremony for Action Ministries G.E.D. Graduates | May 3

Service Days Come together as a church body to serve. athensfirstumc.org/serviceday • Consecration Service Day, October 24 Celebrate the beginning of Stewardship • Consecration Service Day, November 23 Celebrate and Respond to Stewardship • Hands on Athens | January 19 • AFUMC Service Day In Prayer | February 8 • AFUMC Service Day | March 28 • AFUMC Service Day | May 2

REACH International REACH International provides a welcoming environment for international students attending any college in our area. REACH International is designed to bridge the gap between cultures. Support REACH’s weekly Bible study by providing a dessert on a Friday evenings. Volunteers are also invited to serve at Snack & Chat monthly social events by serving the meal or interacting with guests as table hosts. To learn more about how to participate with REACH, please contact Lynn Bryant or Betsy Butler. Lynn Bryant | [email protected] Betsy Butler | [email protected]

Mission Trips Share God’s love outside of Athens with our long-standing mission partners abroad. • Men’s Tijuana Mission Trip | January 15-19 • Cuba Mission Trip (Discipleship) | March 2015 • Family Tijuana Mission Trip (Construction, Discipleship, Outreach) | March 2015 • Appalachia Regional Mission Trip | Summer 2015

Wedding BellsCongratulations to Anne Barron and Christopher Tufts who were married in our sanctuary on July 5. Anne is the daughter

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of Leslie and Charlie Barron, and the granddaughter of Lalla and Charles Barron.

Congratulations to Callie DeVore and Clay Sewell who were married in our sanctuary on July 12. Callie is the daughter of Betty and Mike DeVore.

A Note from the Cuba Mission TeamCuba…a world of beauty and decay, a world of ingenuity and regulations, a world where God’s love shines through the difficulties of each day. Our team of six had the privilege of going to Gibara, Cuba to serve and be blessed by the people in Cuba. The focus of our trip was community outreach through a sports camp. We played soccer, volleyball, taught English, and worshipped with the church and community. It was a hard trip physically. The travel, the language barrier, the cultural differences, and the HEAT (100 degrees each day) were physically taxing. However, our energy was revived each day by the enthusiasm and joy of the Cuban people. Our church has the opportunity to serve and encourage in a place where meeting basic needs each day is a challenge. Food is not always available, work is hard, and the government works against its people in a way that our cultural mindset struggles to grasp. Despite their struggles, the people in Gibara gave back to us in a way that is very humbling. Their joy and love of Christ gave us hope and a renewed commitment to love God with our whole heart. Our team is still processing the trip, but wanted to share these thoughts with you: —“It was fun!” —“I was moved by how much my service meant to them and how much they gave to me.” —“It was amazing that even though I could not communicate with them we could still come together and play sports and praise God. “ Things not lost in translation are laughter, sweat, juggling, high heels, World Cup fever, encouragement, “rock, paper, scissors, nail art, resourcefulness, flexibility, surprise, heat, humidity, humility, resourcefulness, generosity, gratitude, love; and the greatest of these is love. The greatest of these is love, and God’s love was central as we shared together. Praise be to God for sending our church to Cuba!!! —Holly, Elizabeth, Henry, Lauren, Matthew, and Baylor

Murphy-Harpst Offering | TodayMurphy-Harpst Children’s Center is a nonprofit organization that provides abused children with behavioral therapy, healthcare and educational services to give them a real chance at life. With their services, they can grow up to hold jobs, maintain relationships, and become productive members of their communities. Your contributions give these children a chance. Website | murphyharpst.org

Promotion Sunday | August 3On August 3, we begin a year of Joy in Sunday School for children and youth. We are excited to welcome everyone to their new classrooms on August 3. Please visit our website to view your child’s new classroom location. Website | athensfirstumc.org/promotionsunday

Serve at the Children’s Consignment SaleNot only are consignors and donations needed to make the Children’s Consignment Sale a success, but many hands are needed as well. We each have a talent that we can share to make this sale both a pleasant experience and be a success for our community and Stop Hunger Now. Please visit athensfirstumc.org/salevolunteer to review the nine different teams where help is needed. From organizing to set-up to cashiering to greeting, help is needed August 12-14 leading up the sale and during the sale August 15-16. Everyone is invited to come together and help sort and tag items on Tagging Tuesdays from

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5:30-7:00 p.m. each Tuesday evening leading up to the sale. Come have fun while serving at the Children’s Consignment Sale! Website | athensfirstumc.org/sale Diana Zylow | [email protected] | 706-543-1442

Churchwide BBQ | August 17Join us for the Churchwide BBQ on Sunday, August 17 from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Sandy Creek Park. There will be delicious food and good music. Every year members of our church create great dishes for the BBQ. Bringing a dish is by no means required; however, if you would like to bring something and are having trouble deciding what to make, check out our Churchwide BBQ board on Pinterest, pinterest.com/afirstumc, for some great ideas. On our board we have reciples like Root Beer Baked Beans, Grilled Blue Cheese and Bacon Potato Salad, and Barbecue Deviled Eggs. My mouth is already watering! If you would like to bring a covered dish, please bring it in a disposable container (serving ware will be provided). Let us know you’re coming by registering online. Register online | athensfirstumc.org/registration. Website | athensfirstumc.org/bbq Cookie Daniel | 706-543-1442

Covenant Bible Study | New Series Beginning in AugustCovenant Bible study consists of three modules of 8 weeks each: Creating the Covenant (C1), Living the Covenant (C2), Trusting the Covenant (C3). Each module of this series builds upon itself as participants read, study, and discuss the Bible together and learn how to love God—

and each other—better. Covenant Bible study shows the interconnectedness of scripture while demonstrating how the covenant relationship between God and people is woven through the entire Bible. Covenant represents a relationship —a living, breathing conversation. Preview the course on August 27. Numerous Creating the Covenant (C1) Sessions are Offered:

• Sundays | September 7, 4:45-6:15 p.m. Led by Beth and Keith Dickinson

• Sundays | September 7, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Led by Mark Graham

• Mondays | August 25, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Led by Bob Noble

• Tuesdays | September 23, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Led by Beth and Keith Dickinson

• Wednesdays | September 3, 10:00-11:30 a.m.

• Wednesdays | September 3, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Led by Taylor Miller and Tina Powers

• Wednesdays | September 3, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Led by Pat Morrison and Tom Reichert

• Wednesdays | September 3, 6:30-8:00 p.m. Led by Don Griner and Alan Cannon

• Wednesdays | September 3, 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Men’s Study: The Power of God’s NamesAll men are welcome to this Bible study based on Tony Evans’ book, The Power of God’s Names. This study, beginning on August 27, looks at how through the names of God the nature of God is revealed to us. This study meets from 6:30-8:00 p.m. and is led by Keith Wilson and Bruce Powers. The materials for this study cost $12. Register online | athensfirstumc.org/registration Keith Wilson | [email protected]

Monday Disciplines Bible StudyThis is an ongoing Bible study group that is open to everyone. This group will begin meeting on August 18 from 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. in the John Wesley Parlor. The weekly

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This WeekNot sure where a room is? Maps of the church are located at the front entrance of the sanctuary to help you find your way around the church, or visit athensfirstumc.org/map to see an online map.

S U N DAY, J U LY 2 0 | Genesis 28:10-19 Interfaith Hospitality Network Host Week

8:30 a.m. Worship Service SANCTUARY

Preschool Nursery & Sunday School FIRST FLOOR

9:45 a.m. Elementary Sunday School THIRD FLOOR

Grade 5 & 6 Sunday School: Fuel FIRST FLOOR

Youth Sunday School: First Word FIRST FLOOR

scripture readings include passages from the Old Testament, New Testament, and Psalms. No registration required. Dianne Morrison | [email protected] | 706-207-5538

Acts Bible StudyLed by Beth Dickinson, this study will be looking at the book of Acts in relation to the letters of Paul. There is no cost for material, but registration is requested. This study will meet Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in Hull Dining Room beginning September 3. Register online | athensfirstumc.org/registration Beth Dickinson | [email protected] | 706-543-1442

Early Book GroupThis group meets weekly beginning August 27 at 4:45 p.m. in the Cornerstone classroom (Room 261). Anyone interested may join this group. This group will read Immortal Diamond: The Search for our True Selves by Richard Rohr. This book costs $12. Materials and childcare are reserved with online registration Register online | athensfirstumc.org/registration Cindy and George Kuhlman | [email protected]

Later Book GroupAll those interested in wide- ranging discussions concerning challenges to faith in a modern world are encouraged to join this small group. This group meets twice a month on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Cornerstone class room beginning September 10. This group will read A Hidden Wholeness: The Journey Toward An Undivided Life by Parker J. Palmer. This book costs $17. Materials and childcare are reserved with online registration. Register online | athensfirstumc.org/registration April Webb | [email protected] | 706-546-6274

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Worship Service SANCTUARY

10:00 a.m. Sack Lunch Ministry HULL STREET ENTRANCE

11:00 a.m. Worship Service SANCTUARY

1:00 p.m. Volleyball Performance GYM

5:30 p.m. Classic City Volleyball Clinic GYM

7:00 p.m. Adult Pick-up Volleyball GYM

MON DAY, J U LY 21 | Psalm 139: 1-12Interfaith Hospitality Network Host Week

7:00 a.m. Fashion Fitness GYM

6:00 p.m. Volley Performance GYM

T U E SDAY, J U LY 22 | Psalm 119:23-24Interfaith Hospitality Network Host Week

5:30 a.m. Fashion Fitness GYM

4:30 p.m. Smart Lunch, Smart Kid Lunch Preparation ROOM 117

5:30 p.m. Fashion Fitness GYM

Tagging Tuesday GYM

7:00 p.m. Classic City Volleyball Clinic GYM

W E DN E SDAY, J U LY 23 | Romans 8:12-25Interfaith Hospitality Network Host Week

7:00 a.m. Fashion Fitness GYM

11:00 a.m. Smart Lunch, Smart Kid Lunch Delivery Prayer Shawl Ministry Gathering PANERA BREAD

6:30 p.m. Covenant Bible Study Pilot Group GROUP ROOM 256

T H U R SDAY, J U LY 2 4 | Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43Interfaith Hospitality Network Host Week

5:30 a.m. Fashion Fitness GYM

5:30 p.m. Fashion Fitness GYM

6:00 p.m. Women’s Study: Beth Moore | Esther ROOM 256

7:00 p.m. Classic City Volleyball Clinic GYM

F R I DAY, J U LY 25 | Ezekiel 39:21-29Interfaith Hospitality Network Host Week

6:30 p.m. REACH International Bible Study & Dinner YOUTH AREA

S AT U R DAY, J U LY 2 6 | Exodus 14:9-25 Interfaith Hospitality Network Host Week

8:30 a.m. Mobile Food Pantry OUTSIDE OF SANCTUARY

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Worship Bulletin (614-280)Published weekly

Athens First United Methodist Church327 N. Lumpkin StreetAthens, GA 30601-2743Telephone | 706-543-1442Fax | 706-546-4797Website | athensfirstumc.org

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Vol. LVI No. 5

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