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Worship Preview
November 14
8:45 & 11:15 AM
INTROIT Bless God ANTHEM Find in Me a Thankful Heart
Sanct. Rev. Mike Ricker
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Our Presence
Nov. 7
Morning Worship:637 SundaySchool:488
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Wednesday
Night Supper
Nov. 17
Oven Roasted Turkey Breast w/gravy, Cornbread Dressing, Squash Casserole, Butter Beans, Rolls, Dessert
*Reservations are now taken on a weekly basis only. Don't forget to call by noon on Mondays! |
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Dear ,
Have you ever felt like God wasn't doing anything about...anything? There are periods in our lives when we sense God's presence all around us, and there also seem to be times when God appears to be absent. It's hard to give thanks during times like this, isn't it?
Faced with a time like this, I turned to a trusted friend. He asked me to look up Hebrews 13:8: "Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." "If you believe this," he said, "you have to wonder if God is actually far away or if you're just having trouble seeing him."
Habakkuk, the Old Testament prophet, struggled with this, too. In the book of Habakkuk 1:2-4, the prophet complains that God doesn't listen to his cries or even save people from the struggles of the world. Yet, God speaks to him, saying, "...be astonished! Be astounded! For work is being done in your days that you would not believe if you were told." God is assuring Habakkuk of God's presence and activity in the world even when Habakkuk couldn't sense it.
Even when it feels as if God is nowhere to be found, we can be assured that God is, in fact, present and active in the world and in our lives. God is always active, extending grace and working towards the redemption and re-creation of all things.
We just have to change our perspective. We have to pry our gaze from the struggle and allow it to rest on God. This takes practice. So, I invite you to practice seeing and sensing the presence of God as we excel in Everyday Thanks-living. Each morning or each evening, I invite you to take 5 minutes to pray to God, giving thanks for God's work in your life that day.
Seeking to excel in Everyday Thanks-living,
Jim Morrow
Coming up at Isle of Hope United Methodist Church:
Charge Conference
November 17th, 6:30 - 7:30
Thanksgiving Community Service at St. Thomas Episcopal Church
November 21
Advent Workshop
November 28
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Announcements
Rev. Morrow (912)289-1197
ADVENT WORKSHOP
Sunday November 28th, 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
All you need to bring is a
Wrapped Shoe Box and $7.00 for processing and mailing.
Through the mission of the Church we have the opportunity to bring great joy and open many hearts to hear about God's greatest gift - Jesus Christ. Last year KFC (Kids for Christ) delivered over 200 boxes to Operation Christmas Child. Each Sunday School class is asked to collect for our Operation Christmas Child store! Collection Sundays are Oct. 31st, Nov.
November 7th & 14th. Boxes will be in the hallways for deposits of items collected.
CLICK HERE FOR THE LIST OF ITEMS AND SIGN UP FORM!
Adult Ministries Presents:
A Trip to the Telfair Art Academy
Come join us for a morning of fellowship as we tour the 19th century architecture and the permanent art collection!
Tuesday, November 16th, 9:30 AM-12:30 PM
Cost: $14
Sign Up in Sunday School or call the church office!
November Meeting of the Savannah District United Methodist Men
The Quarterly Meeting of the Savannah District UMM's Fellowship will be at Grace United Methodist Church, 6412 Waters Ave, Savannah, Georgia on Thurs., November 18 at 7:00 PM. This is a Ladies Night meeting and Widows are invited and encouraged to attend. It is important that the men of our church call the GRACE UMM secretary at (912-354-3411) or email to graceunitedme891@bellsouth.net NO LATER THAN November16th to give a count of the number attending so that adequate preparations can be made.
If you are interested in carpooling, please call Dave Norris at 354-5166.
Christian Women's Club is an international interdenominational non-membership organization that meets the 4th Wed. of each month. The November meeting will be Wednesday, Nov. 17th, at Carey Hilliard's Banquet Room, 11111 Abercorn Street Ext. from 12:00 - 1:30. Special feature will be Christmas on The River with Carl Christuvich. Music will be by Brenda McKenzie. Glenda Smith from Snellville, Ga. shares "How is it possible to get past the past, when the past is overdue." Price of luncheon is $10.25; reservations are requested by Mon. Nov. 15th. Call Carol Falligant (598-0865) or Fall Quattlebaum (598-0081) email gendenfieldcccw@comcast.net.
2011 PLEDGES:
For those who received a letter from IOHUMC confirming your 2011 pledge, note that the operating fund amount is what your annual pledge amounts to. Frequency explains how you intend to pay. In other words, if your letter says "Operating Fund: $1,200 and Frequency: Monthly," we expect that you will pay $100 per month for 12 months. We apologize for any confusion this may have caused.
COOKBOOK sales to IOHUMC members!
$10 each or 3 for $25!
Makes a great gift!
There will be a table set up in the hallway Sunday Nov. 14th for purchasing!
CLICK HERE FOR YOUR POINSETTIA ORDER FORM!
Must order by November 29!
In memory of Eva B. Newton
Words cannot express the awesome experience we have had these last months.
Your Christian caring has been excellent, your prayers, visits, cards, calls, food and just being there was so much appreciated. She loved each of you and her Church was SO special. May her legacy continue in each of us.
God bless you forever and ever!
We all love and thank you,
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Missions & Outreach
Red "Love" Scarves for Wesley
Because the United Way was unable to meet their 2010 campaign goal, Wesley Community Centers lost $40,000 in funding for their many wonderful programs. The Prayer Shawl ladies decided to knit red "love" scarves to help Wesley in a small way. For $50, you may choose any handmade red scarf from their very large selection and the funds will go directly to Wesley Community Centers to support their programs. This project will begin in November at the UMW General Meeting on November 9th at 7:00PM and each Circle meeting, and continue until Christmas at other venues. Please make checks payable to IOHUMC and mark it "Prayer Shawl/Wesley." Let's wear red until the Love Walk on February 12th and on Valentine's Day!
WESLEY COMMUNITY CENTER THANKSGIVING PROJECT
The UMW is providing an opportunity for church members to Excel in Generosity by contributing to a Thanksgiving dinner for 118 families at Wesley Community Center.
We invite you to:Fill a grocery bag with the specific items on our shopping list, or give a cash donation for roasting hens.
Empty bags will be available in the church hallway before Wednesday night dinner on Nov.10 and on Sun. morning Nov.14. Filled bags must be returned to the church no later than noon on Fri. Nov.19. Checks for the hens are to be made payable to IOHUMC and designated for the Thanksgiving Project. For more information contact Betsy Hines 354-8957.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Please join the FCA All-Stars including our very own Pierce, Thomas & Abigail Lewis as they take on the Harlem Globetrotters Legends, featuring Larry "Gators" Rivers, on Sunday November 21st at 4:00PM at Armstrong Atlantic State University Arena. Tickets are $20 each and may be purchased at Wednesday Night Suppers or on Sundays in the church hallway. $5.00 of each ticket sold will support youth missions. Call Julie if you have questions.
Julie
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Education Events
GodSquad (5th Graders)
November 14th will be our first Mission Moment as we head out to the Nursing Home to decorate for Thanksgiving and visit with the residents. We will be leaving the church at *3:00PM and returning for parent pick up at 6:00PM. *Note the time change. Bring $5.00 for supper.
KFC
KFC group leaves on Friday, November 12th at Noon for Orlando Mission & Madness. We'll return Sunday around 4:30 PM.
*No regular KFC this Sunday.
Meg |
Music Ministries
Last Sunday there was a meeting concerning next summer's Youth Choir Tour to Colorado Springs. Any youth or parents who missed the meeting can pick up information and registration forms in the music office, or contact the Vogelsangs.
This year's Community Thanksgiving Service will be at St. Thomas Episcopal Church on Sunday evening, November 21, at 7:00PM. The choirs from participating churches will gather in their sanctuary before the service to prepare the music. We welcome all who would like to sing in this combined choir to join us.
The Chancel Choir is preparing special Christmas music for December 12, including Mark Hayes' new cantata, Child of Hope. Spurred by our new Arts from the Island mission emphasis, we will also present the cantata and a free dinner on Saturday, December 18, at 5:00PM at New Covenant UMC for the inner city poor and homeless community. We invite all interested singers to join us, even if only available for one of the events. We will follow the same Wednesday rehearsal schedule throughout November, beginning at 7:00PM with the Christmas music, then practicing weekly anthems from 8:00 to 9:00PM. See the Vogelsangs for more information.
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For Youth & College
Ski trip is quickly falling upon us! Sign ups are due Fri. Nov. 12th. We will be leaving Friday, Jan. 14th and making our way to Winterplace, WV for a stacked weekend full of music, teaching, and of course, skiing! Make sure that you turn in your form and 1st deposit asap!
ASP sign ups are coming up soon! Seniors will be able to sign up from Monday, Nov. 15th - Friday, Nov. 19th. Sophomores and juniors will be able to sign up the week after starting Monday, Nov. 22nd. Julie and I will not be taking forms - ALL FORMS MUST GO TO MARJO AT THE MAIN CHURCH OFFICE. NO EARLY FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Thank you so much to everyone who gave to and participated in Insomnia! Through your generosity and involvement with this event, we were able to raise $970.30! That's almost 20 beds for orphans in Gulu, Uganda; that is INCREDIBLE! God is so great, and each of you has been used by him to further his kingdom. Again, thank you!
Mackay
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Congregational Concerns
Christian Sympathy to...
...Ruth Lewis and family on the death of Ruth's uncle, Felton Smith, and on the death of Ruth's cousin, Glenn Hodnett.
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Memorials & Gifts
...A donation was made to Christ Child's Nest in memory of Eva Newton by Wylly Dupon Sunday School Class.
...A donation was made to the Preschool Scholarship Fund in memory of Eva Newton by Betty Clements.
...Donations were made to Christ Child's Nest in memory of Eva Newton by Betty Heery, Clyde and Judy Griffin and by Bettye and Ben Barnes.
...Donations were made to the Green House in memory of Chip Woods by Christine Holmes. In memory of Everett Ingram (Gina Reed's father) by Graham & Mark Solana. In memory of Eva Newton by Jennie Reese, Trey & Barbara Smith, Sparkler Bible Study, Bo & Cynthia Russom, Margaret Parham, Carolyn & Hal Griner, Betty Cashwell, Marie & Stephen Booker, Jonell Blackburn, Angela Dearing, Carole Tutan, Elaine Johnson, Julia Holiday, Mayette & Danny Sims, Ann & Jack Sherrill, Barbie & John Lientz and by Joan & Bud Broerman.
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Server List
ACOLYTES: 8:45 AM- Emily Smith, Sara Mills Bennett 11:15 AM- Gracie Phillips, Grace Moore ALTAR STEWARD:Mimi Jones CHILDREN'S CHURCH: 8:45 AM- Leigh Hendrix, Barbra Summerell, Julie Reese 11:15 AM- Susan Dailey, Triece Zibult GREETERS: 8:45 AM- Bill & Ellen Walker, Charles & Pam Usher 11:15 AM- Jim & Sister Kelley, George & Ruth Lewis NURSERY VOLUNTEERS:
Lynn Troughton, Amy Henneman, Alison Smith SOUND BOARD:
8:45 AM-David Phillips 11:15 AM- Hal Kraft USHERS: 8:45 AM-Clyde Griffin, Capt., Carroll Clifton, Harry Wells, Don Waters, Doug McManamy, Charlie Strickland, Joachim Michels 11:15 AM- Ken Royal, Capt., Suzanne Clary Bryan, Jack Eades, Jordon Morrow, Chris Phillips, Elizabeth Usher, Mark Solana ANCHOR SERVERS: GREETERS: Phyllis & Lane Curlee, Tammy & Mike Miller USHERS: Phyllis Curlee & Mike Miller CONNECTION POINT SERVERS: Wanda Kay North, Phyllis Curlee, Susan Holiday, Tom Whatley
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Calendar of Upcoming Events
Sunday, November 14
8:45, & 11:15AM Worship Sanctuary
10:00 AM Sunday School
11:15 AM Anchor Worship
All Day KFC Mission Madness
3:00 PM GodSquad
3:45 PM Beginning Guitars
3:45 PM HOPE Guitars
4:30 PM UMYF
4:30 PM Handbells
5:30 PM Youth Supper
6:00 PM KFC Choir
6:00 PM HOPE Choir
Monday, November 15
9:00 AM Preschool
9:30 AM DOI Meeting
10:00 AM Here & Now Bible Study
10:30 AM Sparkler Bible Study
12:00 PM Rummikub
6:30 PM Brownie Troop MTG
6:30 PM Girl Scouts
7:00 PM Monday Bible Study
Tuesday, November 16
9:00 AM CBS
9:00 AM Preschool
9:00 AM First Things First
9:00 AM Adult Ministries Telfair Trip
4:30 & 5:30 PM Yoga Class
5:45 PM Finance Meeting
6:00 PM Cub Scouts
6:30 PM Missions Outreach Committee
6:30 PM Anchor Rehearsal
Wednesday, November 17
9:00 AM First Things First
9:00 AM Preschool
9:00 AM Newsletter Labeling
9:30 AM Staff Meeting
5:15 PM 5 Love Languages for Teenagers
5:15 PM Children's Choirs
5:15 PM Prison Papers Grading
6:00 PM Youth Small Groups
6:00 PM Wednesday Night Supper
6:30 PM Charge Conference
7:00 PM Cantata Rehearsal
7:00 PM Disciple 1 Bible Study
7:00 PM 7:02 Men's Bible Study
8:00 PM Chancel Choir
Thursday, November 18
9:00 AM First Things First
9:00 AM Preschool
9:00 AM P/S Indian Cookout
7:00 PM Boy Scouts
Friday, November 19
9:00 AM First Things First
9:00 AM Preschool
6:00 PM Stepping Stones
Saturday, November 20
10:00 AM Quilters
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Financial Report Summary
Isle of Hope United Methodist Church
Selected Financial Information
31-Oct-10
YTD Actual 2010 10/31/10 Budget
Receipts:
Pledged Contributions $ 1,305,370 $ 1,684,790
Unpledged Contributions 360,615 453,758
Other Income 41,845 46,095
Mission Revenue 31,087 -
Prayer Harvest Receipts 271,530 -
Total Receipts 2,010,446 2,184,643
Expenses:
Education Ministries 103,701 153,832
Trustees 344,407 375,364
Office 41,010 55,238
Staff Parish 774,085 968,480
Missions/Conference 552,819 578,087
Church Food 23,105 47,038
Miscellaneous 3,506 5,581
Total Expenses 1,842,632 2,183,620
Net $ 167,814 $ 1,023
Loans:
Greenhouse 310,988
McKenzie Property (parking) 129,961
Chriswoodelle Parsonage 400,000
Total Loans Outstanding 840,949
Green House Pledges:
Outstanding Green House Pledges 346,924
Add'l Funds Needed 10,231
Total Green House Needs 357,155
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