November 6, 2013 | Volume 12 Issue 17 jacksonfumc.org SEEKING GOD | KNOWING CHRIST | SHARING HIS LOVE DOWNTOWN JACKSON A Newsletter Publication of First United Methodist Church, Jackson, Tennessee FIRST EDITION FIRST EDITION Annual Charge Conference November 12 • 6:30 PM • Clayton Hall Devotion by Dr. Richard Clark District Superintendent EVERYONE INVITED! Wonderful FUMC hospitality was extended to more than 300 guests from churches in the Jackson District. Many thanks to all who planned, prepared and participated in serving others for Christ. This evening of great food, music, God Stories of Call, and Bishop Bill McAlilly’s sermon concluded with children joyfully singing and a standing ovation! More photos... page 11 November 3, 2013
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November 6, 2013 | Volume 12 Issue 17 jacksonfumc.org
SEEKING GOD | KNOWING CHRIST | SHARING HIS LOVE
DOWNTOWN JACKSON
A Newsletter Publication of First United Methodist Church, Jackson, Tennessee
FIRST EDITIONFIRST EDITION
Annual Charge ConferenceNovember 12 • 6:30 PM • Clayton Hall
Devotion by Dr. Richard ClarkDistrict Superintendent
EVERYONE INVITED!
Wonderful FUMC hospitality was extended to more than 300 guests from churches in the Jackson District. Many thanks to all who planned, prepared and participated in serving others for Christ. This evening of great food, music, God Stories of Call, and Bishop Bill McAlilly’s sermon concluded with children joyfully singing and a standing ovation! More photos... page 11
November 3, 2013
First Edition November 6, 2013
CONFIRMAND READER
My name is Drake Austin Adams. I’m eleven years old and am in the 6th grade at Medina Middle School. I play football and manage for the 7th and 8th grade team. I play percussion in the 6th grade band and am active in Boy Scouts Troop 48. I like swimming, soccer, and the Ole Miss Rebels. My parents are Gregg and Tracy Adams. I have a sister, Kylie, and a dog, Harper. I’m looking forward to confirmation this year!
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Startled by God: Widsom From Unexpected PlacesBook review by Jennifer Trently
“We need to make regular appointments with God to have the eyes of heart examined, and when necessary change the prescription of our glasses. Allowing our injured eyes to be healed in the loving grace of Jesus keeps God and grace as part of our lived experience not just polite ideas,” writes Joe McHugh in his newly published book, Startled By God: Wisdom From Unexpected Places. Throughout the 122 pages of Startled by God, McHugh’s stories describe his experiences of recognizing God in the ordinary and mundane. He challenges his readers to do the same and almost in every chapter; suggests practices to deepen our connection with God in our everyday life.
McHugh divides Startled by God into three parts, “What? So What? and Now What?” with each part bringing a different challenge. What? focuses on what McHugh calls, “Dilemmas of Perspective” or how we see God in our lives. So What? or “Dilemmas of Discipleship” confronts the reader with examining the meaning of God in their lives. Now What? or “Dilemmas of Discernment” engages the reader in thinking about what their response to God is going to be. However, McHugh’s book focuses not on a program that one must follow, but rather on developing one’s own unique relationship with God. McHugh desires his readers to claim Jesus’ healing for themselves and begin to discover the living God where they live.
While it would be possible, since it is so short, for one to simply read the entire book in one or two sittings, Startled by God is designed more to be savored. Each chapter can stand on its own. One can feel free to choose the order of reading. McHugh encourages readers to read the chapter and ponder it before reading another. Experiencing God is McHugh’s desire for his readers.
In keeping with his focus of finding God in a meaningful way, McHugh writes in simple, everyday language. He approaches sharing his wisdom in a humble, graceful manner that illuminates timeless truths for the reader. His stories make the book relational and accessible for all.
Having had Joe McHugh as an instructor for a class through Perkins School of Theology, I can tell you that Joe conveys the same humility and desire for others to meet God in person as he does in his writing. Joe is not interested in getting more people to study theology but rather in having more people be “startled by God” in those everyday places like coffee shops and hair salons.
He writes, “Prayer is a way in which God can deal with us directly, giving the stories of our lives a chance to mix with God’s great, silent story of gracious, forgiving love.” Startled by God: Wisdom from Unexpected Places, refreshed and challenged my heart, mind and soul. It exudes God’s love and draws you into to wanting more.
Available in paperback and e-reader editions, I would recommend this book for people from 16 to 106; and for seekers to seasoned disciples regardless of lifestyle or occupation. If savored, Startled by God offers new possibilities and fresh insights for all.
Registration/Jersey Fee: $60.00*(* $25.00 reimbursement with
returned jersey at end of season) Teams:
1. Boy’s High School 2. Girl’s High School
3. Boy’s Middle School4. Girl’s Middle School
Coaches needed See Marilynn for info!
Games start January, 2014Season ends mid-March
Youth Church League
Basketball 2014Sign up NOW!
From the Kitchen:Thanks to all who made A Call For All a success. Don’t forget about your holiday menu needs. I will be taking pre-orders for sweet potato casserole, twiced baked potato casserole, cornbread dressing, whole turkey breasts, and assorted desserts. Come by the kitchen for a complete list of prices and other details. Thanks again!
Thanks,Angie Winkler, Kitchen Manager
Printed copies, compliments of FUMC, are available in church lobbies. To receive as e-news, subscribe at memphis-umc.org
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“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”
It’s not too late to turn in your Estimate of Giving card! Cards are available in each lobby. Your card may be mailed to FUMC or you can bring it by the church office.
Did you miss seeing these videos in worship?Visit jacksonfumc.org
2013 Tithes & Offerings Report Over (under) Over (under) Needed to reachMonth of Budget Actual Month-to-date Year-to-date Annual BudgetJanuary 117,905 124,527 6,622 6,622 1,486,086 February 117,509 117,563 53 6,675 1,368,524 March 149,924 181,546 31,622 38,297 1,186,978 April 118,858 118,216 (642) 37,655 1,068,762 May 116,390 114,528 (1,862) 35,793 954,234 June 97,883 110,802 12,920 48,712 843,432 July 138,966 117,427 (21,539) 27,173 726,005 August 114,490 106,379 (8,110) 19,063 619,626 September 116,127 81,055 (35,072) (16,009) 538,571 October 100,709 177,580 76,871 60,861 360,991 November 120,401 December 301,452 Total 2013 1,610,613 1,249,622 60,861 360,991
“I will bless you… and you will be a blessing… and all peoples on earth
will be blessed through you.” - Genesis 12:2-3 NIV
When we give, we are acknowledging God’s blessing in our lives by becoming a blessing to others.
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Altar Guild MemorialsFUMC Altar Guild is now accepting memorials and honoraria for use in decorating the church during the Advent season. If you would like to make a gift in memory or honor of a loved one, please mail or bring your contribution to the church office by Friday, December 6. Names will be listed in the Christmas Newsletter, December 11, and the Sunday bulletin, December 22. Please mark your check “Christmas decorations” and include a note with the name(s) as you would like them to appear. Contributions may be sent to: FUMC, Attn. Jacki Hoveskeland, 200 South Church St., Jackson, TN 38301.
If you have any questions, please call Jacki at the church office, 422-4002 or email [email protected].
The Rebekah CircleNov. 11 • 10:00 a.m.
Hosted by Carolyn Clayton
5 Ridgefield PlaceWorld Thanks Service
Co-hostess: Doris Eubanks
The Wesley Sunday School Class invites anyone interested Guest speaker, Jerry Gilbert
will contrast the Faust Legend and the movie “Cabin in the Sky” November 17 • 10:00 a.m. • Room 120
Jerry Gilbert, a professor of history at Jackson State Community College, is a member of the renowned classical music "Gilbert Family." Alan Gilbert is currently conductor of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. Noel Gilbert was conductor of the Germantown Symphony.Henry Harrison, Wesley Sunday School Class Teacher.
Why go on a foreign mission?Foreign and local missions energize the church. FUMC is very active in local missions. This trip to Haiti gives us the opportunity to serve and spread God’s loving care far from home.
Not everyone can participate in the work trip, however we can all join as partners in the mission. We can do this through prayer and encouragement for the team.
St. Francis of Assisi wrote, “Preach the Gospel... and if necessary, use words.”
Grab a plate of dinner and share your thoughts on the
book of the month.
November 20“The Quilt”
by T. Davis BunnBooks available at Books-a-Million, The Book Lady, and
Amazon.com
SoulSisters
Book Club
5:15-6:00 PM Mezzanine
Soul Sisters presents
A Christmas Lights Sleigh Ride in our FUMC holiday bus
Meet at the church ready to ride at 6:00 p.m. We return at 8:00 p.m.RSVP Dec 8th, so the Elves have plenty of desserts!
On the Right Track2014 Women’s Retreat
“We have forgiveness for our failures based on God’s overflowing grace, poured over us with wisdom and understanding”
Ephesians 2:8
Featuring Guest Speaker:Angela Harris, Pastor of Bolivar United Methodist Church
All women are invited for a ride around Jackson looking at Christmas lights. We end with North pole desserts and eggnog at the church.
Tuesday, Dec 10th6:00-8:00 p.m.
Register at jacksonfumc.org or call the church 731-422-4002
January 25-26, 2014Victory RanchEarly Bird Registration Before January 1: $99After January 1: $110
SoulSisters
SoulSisters
Bible StudyTuesdays through
December 109:30-11:30 a.m.FUMC Library
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Sunday, Nov. 10th 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Campus, Clayton Hall
Most of us avoid having a conversation about these issues with the people we love. Through this event, the Stephen Ministry of Jackson First United Methodist Church hopes to help people have conversations about care at the end of life, death, and their final wishes related to this life. The goal is to help people have these conversations in a more normal way - particularly while they are healthy and not facing dire circumstances.
The three-hour session utilizes materials produced by the Church Health Center, including a video and a document called "Five Wishes". Through these resources, along with table dialogue and discussion by a panel of health and legal practitioners on different end of life issues, participants will learn how to share their own wishes with people who will walk alongside them when they face decisions.
The Panel:Rev. David Hollis Kippy Miller, M.D. (retired)Tharon Kirk, R.N. (retired)Wes Clayton, Attorney at Law The Schedule:1:45-2:00 p.m. Gathering2:00-2:15 p.m. Welcome and Worship2:15-2:45 p.m. Introduction and DVD2:45-3:15 p.m. Table Discussion3:15-3:30 p.m. Break (with light refreshments)3:30-4:15 p.m. Panel Discussion4:15-4:45 p.m. Table Discussion4:45-5:00 p.m. Closing
Sponsored by Stephen Ministry
A Conversation With Loved OnesCrucial questions every family
faces about end of life planning
Move Those Muscles!Leader: Mia MooreA Strength Training / Fitness course for men & women. Working through a series of high and low impact challenges and exercises, Mia will have you working hard and wanting more! Mia will customize workouts based on the fitness level and needs of individual participants as well as the group. Ms. Moore is an AAAI certified personal trainer and is certified as a group fitness instructor from the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA).Cost: $5 per class
Downtown Campus • 200 S. Church St.Dinner 4:45 p.m. • Clayton Hall
When We Talk About God... Let’s Be HonestLeaders: Lane Camp, Rev. Paul Eubanks, Rev. Paul Clayton, Andrea WoodsParticipants will be asked to read the book, make notes, and come together for honest and thoughtful discussion about sometimes sensitive issues of the Christian faith. Books are available for $20 in Disciple Hall
Isaiah Leader: David Hollis In this study we will examine the book’s historical setting, features of Hebrew poetry and prophecy, and connections with a significant amount of New Testament material. Weekly reading and study is expected for this in-depth course.
NamesakeLeader: Inge PooleIn this two part series, explore the transformational power of God through the stories of Biblical characters who met God, and discover how God offers an identity that shines with the purpose for which you were created.
Room: 109 - Genesis
Room: 118 - Religion for Life
Ongoing Studies Through November 20th
Andrews Chapel Study Continues Through Nov. 20
Room: 117 - Upper RoomSoul
Sisters
FUMC Gym
Social Media OutreachJoin the Evangelism committee and Communications team to learn about social media and the ways that we can best utilize it for the church. The final sessions will be a time to develop a lay-led system for incorporating social media into the life of communication for the church.
Room: 119 - Family Life Forum
Created for Community - Christian BasicsLeader: Dan CampAn overview of the timeless truths of Christianity and their intersection with our current “high-tech, frenzied” 21st century world.
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8:55 AM First Awakening Service 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service 4:00 PM Current UMY 5:00 PM The Edge-Youth
Monday, November 18 9:00 AM Kids @ First Parents Day Out 1:30 PM Advent/Christmas Planning
Session 4:00 PM Hub Club 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 7:00 PM Boy Scout Meeting 7:30 PM Men’s Basketball
Tuesday, November 19 7:00 AM United Methodist Men’s Prayer
Breakfast 9:30 AM Soul Sisters Bible Study 10:00 AM UMFMTC Board Meeting 12:00 PM UMFMTC Board Lunch 4:15 PM Zumba
Wednesday, November 20 9:00 AM Kids @ First Parents Day Out 10:00 AM Pastors’ Bible Study 11:15 AM Faithful Folders for Newsletter 2:45 PM Hub Club 3:30 PM WINGS 3:30 PM Kids Open Gym 3:45 PM Brownies/Daisies (Troop 43088) 4:00 PM Confirmand Scripture Reading
Practice 4:45 PM WEF Dinner-Downtown
Campus 5:00 PM WEF- Andrews Chapel- Dinner 5:15 PM Soul Sister’s Book Club 5:45 PM Andrews Chapel Campus -
Class 6:00 PM Handbell Rehearsal 6:00 PM WEF Programming -Downtown
Campus 6:00 PM Youth WEF 6:00 PM First Awakening Practice 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir
Thursday, November 21 3:15 PM Lee Driver’s Kids Basketball 4:15 PM Zumba 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball
Friday, November 22 No Church Events Scheduled
Saturday, November 23 4:30 PM Room In the Inn
Calendar of Events
Sunday, November 10 8:30 AM Andrews Chapel Service 8:55 AM First Awakening Service 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service 2:00 PM A Conversation With Loved
Ones 4:00 PM Current UMY 5:00 PM KWCC Kids Who Care Club 5:00 PM The Edge-Youth
Monday, November 11 9:00 AM Kids @ First Parents Day Out 10:00 AM The Rebekah Circle (offsite) 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 6:30 PM Women’s Ministry Committee
Meeting 7:30 PM Men’s Basketball
Tuesday, November 12 7:00 AM Men’s Weekly Bible Study 9:30 AM Soul Sisters Bible Study 4:15 PM Zumba 6:30 PM Charge Conference
Wednseday, November 13 9:00 AM Kids @ First Parents Day Out 10:00 AM Pastors’ Bible Study 3:30 PM WINGS 3:30 PM Kids Open Gym 4:00 PM Confirmand Scripture Reading
Practice 4:45 PM WEF Dinner-Downtown
Campus 5:00 PM WEF- Andrews Chapel -
Dinner 5:45 PM Andrews Chapel Campus -
Class 6:00 PM WEF Programming -Downtown
Campus 6:00 PM Handbell Rehearsal 6:00 PM Youth WEF 6:00 PM First Awakening Practice 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir
Thursday, November 14 3:15 PM Lee Driver’s Kids Basketball 4:15 PM Zumba 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball
Friday, November 15 11:00 AM Adventures In Learning
Saturday, November 16 2:00 PM Kids Who Care Club - RIFA 4:30 PM Room In the Inn
Sunday, November 17 8:30 AM Andrews Chapel Service
Calendar subject to change. Please call the church office, 422-4002 or check the calendar at jacksonfumc.org
Memorials & Honoraria
IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Bob Shuttleworth (Husband of Lynne Shuttleworth) Don & Lucy Hollin (Music Fund) Ralph Leverett (All Saints)
Donald Erickson (Husband of Julia Erickson) Ralph Leverett (All Saints)
Dorothy Bolton (Mother of Anita Kay Archer & Gary Bolton) Kathryn & Tyler Swindle Kathryn Jobe (Mother of Kathy Hays& Thornley Caruthers Jobe, Jr.)(Grandmother of Courtney Wages) Voegeli Rehabilitation & Consulting, Inc. Harold & Gay Cashon Elizabeth K. Hays
Pauline Lovell (Mother of Phyllis Maley) Carl & Alice Kirkland
Bill Crowe (Brother of Margaret Harrison) Carl & Alice Kirkland
Jane Murray (Sister of Elaine Ward) Byrnes Butler Patricia Stegall Harold & Gay Cashon Roger & Judy Murray Dr. & Mrs. Bob Higgs Carl & Alice Kirkland Jake & Joan McInnis
Lynn Lanore Harber (Mother of Judy Holt) Carl & Alice Kirkland
William Nace (Husband of Roanne Nace) David & Kathy Abrams
Dorothy Harvey (Wife of Hugh Harvey, Sr.;Mother of Hugh Harvey, Jr.) Ralph Leverett (All Saints)
Amy Maddox (Mother of Sandra McKnight;Sister of Helen Spalding) Ralph Leverett (All Saints)
IN LOVING HONOR OF
Stephen Ministers Mark & Debra Owen (Stephen Ministries)
ANDREWS CHAPEL PRESERVATION
Mr. & Mrs. John P. Dougan, IIIMr. & Mrs. Eddie Dougan
(Preserve Stained Glass Windows)
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Sing for Christmas All are welcome to sing with the Sanctuary Choir for their annual presentation of Carols & Candles. This treasured FUMC tradition features carols old and new with music by choir and orchestra. Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. If you’d like to be a part this year, please contact Darian Krimm (422-4002 or [email protected]) and help us celebrate the season!
First Awakening BandWe are blessed to have a talented band to lead worship in our 8:55 a.m. First Awakening worship service. The band is looking for a few more members. Do you play electric or acoustic guitar, keyboards or piano? If so, maybe you’d consider sharing your talents and joining the FA band? Experienced players should contact Darian Krimm ([email protected]) or Luke Woodruff ([email protected]) for more details.
Music NotesDarian Krimm, Director of Music and Worship Arts
Dresses for Haiti“sew-in”
Friday, November 86:00 - 10: 00 PM
FUMC Mezzanine• You can sew? Awesome! Bring your sewing machine if you can and any of your cool sewing stuff.
• Can’t sew? We will find a way for you to be a part of this amazing experience.
The Historical Preservation team continues their work. John Yarbrough, Jerry Smith, and Larry Smith pictured.
Walk down memory lane...
Stop by the display on the lower level in Newman Center.
Christmas Storeby Sue Harvey
Reelfoot Rural Ministries (RRM)was founded by two United Methodist preachers' wives in 1963, to help the people in the poorest area of Tennessee. Their vision has evolved into a daycare center, a thrift store, a place for seniors to come and enjoy a hot lunch and some companionship and a catalyst for mission work on the homes of the poorest in the area, among other things.
FUMC Jackson has been collecting toys for the Christmas Store at RRM for as long as anyone can remember. The families are screened prior to their visit to the store where they are able to choose four gifts for each of their children, from three categories of gifts-large, medium and small. They are asked to pay a minimal amount, so that they are not receiving a handout, but are able to provide Christmas for their children at a price they can afford. I cannot imagine the
joy of these parents, who otherwise would not be able to do so, to provide Christmas for their children because of RRM. They are so appreciative.
Food items and gifts for seniors are also encouraged. Examples of senior gifts are gloves, lotions, socks, etc. Throughout the month of November, I will be sending gift suggestions in my emails and on our jacksonfumc.org website, under missions and then to monthly missions, there are several suggestions for each age group, too. We will take the gifts to RRM on Monday, December 2nd and I wish you could all be there to hear them say when we pull up to unload, "Oh, First Church, Jackson! We were counting on you!"
We invite any of you who can to join us. We will be stopping at the lake for a fish lunch to celebrate, following the drop off.
In our plenty, help us help others who are so needy.
Items may be placed in the Mission Chests located in the church lobbies through the end of the month. Cash donations or gifts by check, may be placed in the offering plate or left in the church office.
November Mission Focus: Reelfoot Rural Ministries Christmas Toy Drive
Start your Christmas shopping now!
November Mission Chest Needs:
For more gift ideas for all ages, go to: jacksonfumc.orgor stop by the poster near the mission chests.
Infants Under 12 Months - Toys and clothesAges 1-5 - Educational toys & CD/DVDs, car and riding toys, doll accessories, LegosAges 6-8 - Jewelry, purses, hair accessories, flashlights, journals, dress-up clothesbaseballs/softballs, bats, gloves, soccer balls, bikes, scooters, skateboards, handheld gamesAges 9-13 - Nerf balls, video games, fishing poles and tackle, handheld games Transformers, skateboards, bikes, hair products, barrettes, art & craft supplies, make-up Ages 14-16 - DVD/CD/MP3 players, posters/pictures, flashlights, alarm clocks, cameras, pens, journals, skateboards, bike, mountain bike, roller skates, cookbooks, outdoor games
A Great Heritage is Ours
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A Great Day of Worship - November 3 Pastors’ Wednesday Morning
Bible Studyled by David Hollis 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Room 119, Family Life Forum
The Book of Isaiah This class will be similar to the
course on Isaiah offered on Wednesday Evenings.
See the WEF Fall brochure for class description.
Community Thanksgiving Service
at Andrews Chapel November 24
4:00 p.m.
The wooden Sanctuary doors pictured above, to our knowledge, have been in place since 1913. Due to their unique construction, replacement will be costly. We are looking at both a temporary and a long term solution.1) Rebuilding the existing doors and replacing the hardware in hopes of getting an additional 3-5 years of service. The estimated cost of this is $20,000.2) Replacing these doors with high-quality wooden doors. The estimated cost of this is $80,000-$90,000.A special fund has been established for this purpose. Should you wish to make a contribution, checks may be made to First United Methodist Church designated for “Sanctuary Doors.”
Dr. Kirby Godsey shared “Reflections on My Journey of Belief” to 200
photo by Lane Camp
photo by Lane Camp
A Call For All
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Sunday, Nov. 10
Sunday, Nov. 17Peace with Justice Sunday
Andrews Chapel Services:8:30 a.m. Worship Service9:45 a.m. Sunday School
“Traditions Worth Keeping“ Dan Camp, preaching II Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17
“New Heavens and New Earth“ Mary Beth Bernheisel, preaching Isaiah 65:17-25
“The God Who Shakes“ David Hollis, preaching Haggai 1:15-2:9
“New Heavens and New Earth“Dan Camp, preaching Isaiah 65:17-25
FUMC Downtown Services:8:55 a.m. First Awakening10:00 a.m. Sunday School11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship
