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Worship Preview
September 12
8:45 & 11:15 AM
INTROIT
We Will Glorify
ANTHEM
Thy Word Is Like a Garden, Lord
Sermon Series "Life at the Core"
Sanct. Rev. Ricker
"Grow"
2 Peter 3: 18
Anchor Rev. Morrow
"Grow"
2 Peter 3: 18
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Our Presence
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Dear ,
Grow!
It's One of Our Core Values
Last week I had a revelation. It seems that Cindy and I have taken a step back in time in regard to home décor. I'm not talking Retro or Early American- I'm talking "Kid's World." With the incredible blessing of 4 grandchildren now in our lives, we have become reacquainted with highchairs, booster seats, pack & plays, cribs and such. My revelation, however, didn't come from the new décor but from watching one of our grandsons at play. He was just doing what is expected of a one- year old baby - he was being a one- year old baby. Now here's my revelation. If twenty- five years from now he is doing the same thing in the same way that he was doing it that day, I would think something is radically wrong. Wouldn't you? I mean we all expect and want our children, or in this case grandchildren, to grow, to mature, to change. Growth is a vital and normal part of the maturation process. What is true in our physical lives should also be true in our spiritual lives. God expects and wants us to grow, to mature, to change. The goal in all of our growing is to become more like Christ. Unfortunately, as LeRoy Eims in his book, The Lost Art of Disciple Making points out, there are an awful lot of immature Christians in our world. He goes on to say,
"What then is the problem today? ... Why are fruitful, dedicated, mature disciples so rare? The biggest reason is that all too often we have relied on programs or materials or some other thing to do the job. The ministry is to be carried on by people, not programs. It is to be carried out by someone and not by some thing. Disciples cannot be mass- produced. We cannot drop people into a 'program' and see disciples emerge at the end of the production line. It takes time to make disciples. It takes individual, personal attention. It takes hours of prayer for them. It takes patience and understanding to teach them how to get into the Word of God for themselves, how to feed and nourish their souls, and by the power of the Holy Spirit how to apply the word to their lives. And it takes being an example to them of all of the above."
Well there you go! That sounds exactly like the challenge our Mission Statement confronts us with when it calls us to Grow. As a Church, we recognize that a powerful, world influencing, fully mature disciple of Jesus Christ is not the by- product of random chance or a good program. We must be committed to the intentional ministry of disciple making. With God's help, we are going to be focusing our energy, time and prayers in this direction. I want to encourage you to pray about helping in this ministry. If you have been walking with Christ for some time now, pray about how you can become a part of our Church's commitment to help every member Grow into a powerful and mature disciple of Jesus Christ. I am excited about the possibilities!
Praying we Excel in Spiritual Growth,
Mike |
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Announcements
MINISTER ON CALL
For Emergencies: Sept. 10-12 Rev. Morrow (289-1197) It's time to sign up for WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPERS! You can either sign up on a weekly basis or choose to be on the permanent list. The first supper is September 15th. Adult Ministries Presents:
AARP Driving Training Course Thursday, Sept. 16th 9:30 AM-3:30 PM Any licensed driver 50 years plus. AARP Members $20 with lunch Non Members $22 with lunch Will be held in the 6th grade room in the Green House. Check with your insurance agent about discount after completing course. Sign up in Sunday School or Church office before Sept. 13. ACOLYTE TRAINING
Inviting all 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students to become an acolyte for the 8:45 and 11:15 traditional services. Training will be held Sunday, September 19th from 3:30-4:30 in the sanctuary. Current as well as new acolytes should attend. LOVE TO SING? Come join us! Ladies' Chorus will begin our first rehearsal on Tuesday September 14th at 9 AM in the Choir Room. If you have any questions please contact Terri Smiley at 352-7229. TICKETS ON SALE for DAY ON THE ISLAND FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15TH BEGINNING TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH FOR CHURCH MEMBERS ONLY IN THE CHURCH OFFICE 912-355-8527 ON SALE TO EVERYONE BEGINNING WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH IN THE CHURCH OFFICE & JOHNSON LIGHTING 7601 WATERS AVE COST $25.00 WITH PROCEEDS TO MISSIONS INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING FUN EVENTS TOUR OF HOMES 10A-3:30PM SILENT AUCTION 10A-3P ALL SHOPS 10-3P LUNCHEON 11:30AM-1:30PM PLEASE BUY YOUR TICKETS IN ADVANCE AS THEY ARE LIMITED. CHURCH MEMBERS MAY CHECK OUT 5 TICKETS TO SELL WITH THE MONEY DUE BACK IN 5 DAYS. TELL ALL YOUR FRIENDS TO COME JOIN US OCTOBER 15TH FOR A GREAT DAY ON ISLE OF HOPE! Day on the Island is October 15th. The Sugar and Spice Shop needs every church member to make a homemade baked good for us. Please sign up and let us know that we can count on you. All of our proceeds will go to missions. We will be packaging the items for you on Wednesday and Thursday, October 13th & 14th. We will send you a reminder card a week before Day on the Island. If you will bake an item, please email Jennifer Mims with your name and address at jgmims@comcast.net or call 598-0239.
Day on the Island Mission Outreach Funds
Applications for receiving funds from the proceeds from DOI will be available in the church office beginning Monday, Sept. 13 and must be received no later than 5 PM on Wednesday Nov. 3. Funding must be used for the following purely charitable purposes: relief of the aged, church-related youth activities, religious instruction or worship, or construction or repair of church buildings or facilities. Only applications that meet these criteria and contain all documentation will be considered. Applicants will be notified within six weeks of the deadline. Day on the Island Silent Auction: The Circle of Love is currently seeking donated gifts for the Silent Auction taking place during our Day on the Island Event. We would love offers of services or goods, vacation homes, dining opportunities, etc. Remember, you don't have to be a business owner to donate a gift certificate to a business! We will help you store items if necessary until the auction date. Celebrate the life of our church as we open our doors and raise money for missions. Many recipients are so thankful for the blessings offered through the hard work that occurs on that day! Be a large (but silent) part of this day! Contact Katherine Slagel 695-5200. Don't miss your chance to sign up for the
Ashlee Kraft Memorial Golf Tournament!
When: Monday, October 4, 2010 12:00 Lunch - 1:00 Start Where: The Savannah Golf Club Why: All proceeds will benefit Isle of Hope UMC Summer Youth Mission Programs Click here for the Golf Tournament Letter and Form! |
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Missions & Outreach
Poverty Simulation
If you have ever attended a Poverty Simulation and would be willing to assist with a Poverty Simulation at IOHUMC, please contact Julie or Dina at jvann@iohumc.com or dyoung@iohumc.com. Thank you.
Read to Feed
Please turn in your Read to Feed donations and book list ASAP, so that we can prepare to recognize all participants at our first Wednesday Night Supper on September 15th. Thanks.
Julie
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Education Events
It's Not To Late To Sign Up For A Fall Bible Study or Small Group
Come by the Connection Point - Keeping Current Board outside the Church Office for complete details and a registration form or go on-line at www.iohumc.com.
Submit complete registration information with payment to the Resource Office (The Green House) to receive your study book / participants guide and to insure your spot.
Connection Point Welcome Team
Hopefully by now you have had the opportunity to browse the new Connection Point Centers. We would like to staff the centers with church members on Sunday mornings both before and after the Sunday School hour 9:30-10:15AM & 10:45-11:15AM. Connection Point Team would be responsible for greeting members and visitors and assisting visitors with information gathering and finding their way. If this is a ministry you would like to be apart of please fill in your information below. There will be a training to equip you, choose from Tuesday, September 28th 9:30-10:00AM or Wednesday, September 29th 5:30-6:00PM in the Wylly Dupon Room.
Thank you for your help!
A New Women's Small Group
Come Join Us for. . .coffee/tea, sweets and fellowship!
Begins Sunday, September 12th The Green House 10:00am
We'll get going by discussing Conversation Peace (a laid back and interactive Bible study) by Mary Kassian.
If you have any questions, call or email Betsy Sampey or Janet Geriner 220-0447 bsampey@bellsouth.net; 663-7967
Calling All 5th Graders
Come and be a part of GodSquad. We meet in the New Hope Room (Main Building) September through May on Sunday afternoons 4:30-5:30PM program time & youth supper 5:30-6:00PM. Join this group for food, fellowship and lots of fun!
We will have a special kick off joining with UMYF & KFC on September 12th 4:30-7:00PM in the Fellowship Hall. Look for complete details coming soon.
Sunday School...It's NOT just for kids!!!
Did you know that we have 11 different Adult SS classes?
Come check them out!
SS OPEN HOUSE- Sept. 12, 19 and 26th
10:00-11:00 AM Every Sunday
Meet new friends and GROW in your faith!
Meg
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Music Ministries
Registration for Children's Choirs (ages 4 - 5th grade) continues this Sunday, September 12, at a table by the Choir Room. The choirs will begin rehearsals next Wednesday, September 15, the day of our first Church Night Supper. For more specific information, visit the church website at www.iohumc.com, or call Jan Davenport at 355-6280. Most of our other music groups also resume in September, including Handbells (Sept. 12), Ladies' Chorus (Sept. 14), and Youth Choirs (Sept. 19). Additional information can be found on the church website, or by calling Kevin Vogelsang at 355-8527. We have big plans for our youth choirs this year! The Sunday senior high youth schedule has been changed so that both the K.F.C. and H.O.P.E. Choirs will rehearse 6:00-7:00pm. We are also considering an extended choir tour (7 days) next summer to a more distant location than has been possible in recent years. More on that soon! Our Youth Choirs Kickoff is planned for Sunday, September 19, 5:30-7:00PM in the Fellowship Hall. There will be music, food, and fellowship, followed by praise and worship led by Jessica & Friends from Athens, GA.
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For Youth & College
KFC & UMYF Sunday Night Kickoff is Sunday, September 12th! Come join us at the Greenhouse as we cook-out, and play some awesome games. Also, The Sycamore Church is organizing a Resurrection Dance in Forsyth Park, Saturday, September 18th from 1-3 pm. We are participating in this dance and would love for you to join us. We will be practicing the dance at the kickoff, so come out and show off your dance moves! If you would like to find out more about this dance, go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5dSIL358NM. Parents, you are more than welcome to join us for the dance and the practice. We want as many people to come out as possible, so don't miss our KFC/UMYF Kickoff on September 12th!
Mackay
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Congregational Concerns
St. Joseph's.............Billy Carver
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Memorials & Gifts
...A donation was made to the Jeffery Dimond Fund in memory of Sarah Nettles by Donald & Linda Starr.
...Donations were made to the Education Department in honor of Maggie's 3rd Birthday by Meg Procopio and Joe Edwards.
...Donations were made to the Green House in memory of Bill Diffenderfer by Annetta Ciarletta and by Frances & Ray Clary. In honor of Hazel Anderson by Mary Ellen Yarbrough. In honor of Sam McCachern by S. Wistar Lewis. In memory of Allen Beall by Dorothy L. Allen, John & Josephine Spivey and by William Skinner & Family. In memory of Sarah Nettles by William Skinner & Family, Annetta Ciarletta and by Dr. & Mrs. Clyde Olson.
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Server List
ACOLYTES:
8:45 AM- Joshua Kelley, Ross Monson
11:15 AM- Matthew Mims, Will Mims
ALTAR STEWARD:Mimi Jones
CHILDREN'S CHURCH:
8:45 AM- Julie Reese
11:15 AM- Triece Ziblut
GREETERS:
8:45 AM- Lynn Hagan, Johnny & Melanie Harris
11:15 AM- Susan Brown, Corky & Kelly Cail
NURSERY VOLUNTEERS:
Lynn Troughton, Amy Henneman, Alison Smith
SOUND BOARD:
8:45 AM-Billy Lewis 11:15 AM- Jim Sharpley
USHERS:
8:45 AM-Ken Jones, Capt., Eddie Boaen, Paul Childers, Tommy Green, Clarence Smith, Mike Kemp, Danny Wall, Mike Prevatt
11:15 AM- Gary Shuman, Capt., Fred Daniel, Joe Edwards, Fred Kitchens, Jack Parker, Don Stahle, Louis Young
ANCHOR SERVERS:
GREETERS: Jeanie & Bill Simmons, Holly & Don Thompson
USHERS: Jeanie Simmons, Holly Thompson
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Calendar of Upcoming Events
Sunday, September 12
8:45, & 11:15AM Worship Sanctuary
10:00AM Sunday School
11:15 AM Anchor Worship
4:30 PM Handbells
4:30 PM UMYF
4:30 PM GodSquad
4:30 PM KFC
5:30 PM Youth Supper
Monday, September 13
9:00 AM Preschool
9:30 AM Sisters in Christ
10:00 AM Here & Now Bible Study
12:00 PM Rummikub
6:00 PM P/S Board Meeting
6:30 PM Brownie Troop MTG
6:30 PM Trustees
7:00 PM Monday Bible Study
Tuesday, September 14
8:00 AM CBS
9:00 AM Preschool
9:00 AM First Things First
9:00 AM Ladies' Chorus
9:00 AM PLACE
10:00 AM Ruth Bible Study
6:00 PM Stewardship Comm. MTG
Wednesday, September 15
6:45 AM Restore My Heart Bible Study
9:00 AM First Things First
9:00 AM Preschool
9:00 AM Newsletter Labeling
9:30 AM Staff Meeting
10:30 AM UMW Board Meeting
11:00 AM Creative Praying
12:30 PM Lunch Bunch
5:15 PM 5 Love Languages of Teens
5:15 PM Children's Choirs
6:00 PM Youth Small Groups
6:00 PM Wed. Night Supper
7:00 PM PLACE
7:00 PM Chancel Choir
7:00 PM Disciple 1 Bible Study
7:00 PM 7:02 Men's Bible Study
7:00 PM Disciple 2 Bible Study
Thursday, September 16
9:00 AM First Things First
9:00 AM Preschool
9:30 AM Adult Driver Edu.
6:30 PM Anchor Rehearsal
Friday, September 17
9:00 AM First Things First
9:00 AM Preschool
Saturday, September 18
1:00 PM Dancers for Christ
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