WESLEY WOODS AND MOTHER'S DAY

Our church has a rich history of supporting the Mother's Day offering for Wesley Woods (last year our church gave more than any church in our district), our Sam's Picture United Methodist ministry to aging adults, and we have another opportunity this week.

Wesley Woods serves older adults in their most vital needs-health, home, and community. Aging adults are among the most vulnerable of the Good Shepherd's flock. In ministering to these, our roots are planted deep in the Wesleyan tradition to "do all the good you can." In its own mission statement, Wesley Woods declares in part, "Our mission is to help older adults age in healthy, affordable and ethical ways."

The largest provider of geriatric health services in Georgia, Wesley Woods serves almost 40,000 Georgia seniors each year. Wesley Woods is a part of the Emory Healthcare system, with nationally recognized care and treatment capabilities for aging-related conditions including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and late life depression.

Through nine facilities across Georgia, Wesley Woods provides safe and comfortable retirement living in an atmosphere that affirms God's love for all people in all circumstances. Many of the residents have outlived their savings and some have no family to help out. Three of every four residents need some kind of financial subsidy and one third are living below the poverty level. It is the goal of Wesley Woods never to have to ask a resident to leave because he/she has run out of resources.

The generosity of North Georgia United Methodists is the foundation of Wesley Woods' charitable care. I invite you to join Bobbi and me in making a gift to this vital ministry. Our gift this year will be in memory of our mothers. Perhaps yours will be in honor or memory of your mother.

I'll see you this Sunday.

News

All families are invited on Sunday, May 18 to the FUMC Summer Kick-Off! All nursery through elementary age children and their families are invited from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to enjoy jumpies, hamster balls, lazer tag, a pizza dinner and other great activities. There will be a special area set up for nursery age children. Please bring a blanket for picnicking. The youth take over the activities from 6-8 p.m. The events will take place on the activity fields and in the park. Please bring peanut butter as a donation for the MUST summer lunch program. Tell all your friends, all are welcome!!

We need your Legos! Starting Sunday, June 1, our children's Summer Sunday School program, Faith Builders: Building Faith Brick by Brick, will begin. If you-or people you know-have any extra Legos, please bring them to the FUSE box. Please note: we will not be using any Duplo blocks. (Kelly Duncan, ext. 7812)

Our Guatemala Mission team is collecting items for its upcoming trip. Please consider donating socks, gummy vitamins, markers, pens, classroom wall clocks, deodorant, or muffin mix. Marked bins are around the church. (Forrest Cate, ext.7806)

MFUMC will host a blood drive on Sunday, May 25 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Family Life Hall. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

The Ruth Northcutt Circle will gather on Tuesday, May 13 at 10 a.m. in Room 201-B.

The Elizabeth Dosser Circle will meet on Wednesday, May 14 at 9:15 a.m. in the Parlor.

Special Blessings Support Group meets again on Wednesday, May 14 at 4:15 p.m. in Room 259. (Rev. Elaine Wilder, ext. 7826)

The Dementia Caregivers Group will be in the Hospitality Room on Wednesday, May 14 at 6:30 p.m. (Rev. Elaine Wilder, ext. 7826)

The Ruby Cooper Circle will meet on Tuesday, May 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Parlor.

The Beth Berman Circle is set to gather in the Hospitality Room at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 21.

The Senior Adult Ministry will host a covered-dish lunch on Wednesday, May 28 at 11:30 a.m. in the Reception Hall. Singer Rodney Swain will be the entertainment. (Beverly McCrary, ext. 7835)

Join a mission team without traveling! International students in Marietta are looking for English practice, mentoring and friendship. The Global Mission Ministry Team is seeking volunteers to participate in casual English conversational round tables, offer English homework help, and give support and encouragement. (Sam Casto, 770-826-8650, samxcasto@gmail.com)

Worship for our Homebound Members. On Sunday, May 18 at 5 p.m., we will have a dinner and short worship service in the Reception Hall. This gathering is intended for those who are unable to attend regular Sunday morning worship. We will sing familiar hymns, enjoy a performance by the youth choir, and receive communion. Our gathering should last approximately one hour. Transportation and mobility assistance can be provided or a family member is welcome to attend. Minimum walking required. No cost; please RSVP to Rev. Elaine Wilder by May 12 at ext. 7826.

VBS and Summer Camp online registration is open! Visit the MFUMC Web site for details about the Summer of Wonders! There are many great camps for nursery, preschool, and elementary ages that will keep your kids entertained and growing in faith all summer long! Contact Kelly Duncan with any questions. (Georgia Rambo, ext. 7805)

Volunteer registration for Vacation Bible School is now open. More than 300 children ages 3K to 5th grade (completed grades) will come together for "Workshop of Wonders: Imagine and Build with God" June 16-19 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
As a counselor, you will play a critical role in helping children experience the power of God's love! There are many fun opportunities for involvement, and no teaching experience is necessary. If you enjoy working with children and have any time to spare (even just one day), the VBS staff will tailor a schedule that works with your availability and interests. The nursery is also available to care for younger siblings free-of-charge and is reserved only for counselors.
Please e-mail our volunteer coordinators, Karen Baudet and Christine Foster, by May 15th or indicate your interest in volunteering at the VBS registration link.

This Week

The Wesley Woods Mother's Day Offering is this Sunday. Information about this special offering will be inside your bulletin.

The Youth Choir will sell whole-hog, hickory smoked barbecue for $12 a pound (take out only) to support the 49th annual concert mission tour. Visit the Pavilion this Saturday, May 10 after 5 p.m. to purchase barbecue from the pit or pick up a to-go box in the Family Life Hall after worship on Sunday, May 11. (Bryan Black, ext. 7815)

A Closer Look, a series for new members, visitors and those who want to know more, meets Sunday from 10-11 a.m. in the Parlor. This week, we'll take a tour of the MFUMC campus. (Rev. Claudette Farmer, ext. 7816)

Connect Through Table Fellowship

Family Night Supper is served at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesdays. $6 (adults) and $4 (children from 3 to 11). $20 family cap.

May 7: Hamburger steak with mushrooms, onions and gravy or Grilled chicken, mashed potatoes, broccoli, salad bar, rolls and desserts. Kids: Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, broccoli, salad bar, rolls and dessert

Save the Date

Youth Choir Barbecue Sale

Saturday, May 10

and Sunday, May 11

Mother's Day

Sunday, May 11

MFUMC College Scholarship

Applications Due

Monday, May 12

Ruth Northcutt Circle

Tuesday, May 13

Elizabeth Dosser Circle

Wednesday, May 14

Special Blessings Support Group

Wednesday, May 14

Dementia Caregivers Group

Wednesday, May 14

New Member Sunday

Sunday, May 18

A Closer Look

Sundays through May 18

FUMC Summer Kickoff

Sunday, May 18

Worship for Homebound Members

Sunday, May 18

Ruby Cooper Circle

Tuesday, May 20

Beth Berman Circle

Wednesday, May 21

MFUMC Blood Drive

Sunday, May 25

Senior Adult Ministry

Covered-Dish Lunch

Wednesday, May 28

Restore to Glory!

Update

Our rose window is the measure we're using to show how our Restore To
Glory! Campaign is going. To date, we've uncovered eight of the petals, representing the more than $1.24 million in pledges and gifts so far!

(Each petal is worth $150,000 and the center is $200,000)

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