YOUTH SUNDAY

This Sunday is a remarkable day in the life of our church. Today is a day that we recognize the Youth and their ministry here at First United Methodist Church of Marietta. The Youth have seen and served a great number in ministry this year by traveling to Kentucky, south Georgia, North Carolina, Peru, Arizona, and all over the Cobb County area to spread the love and message of Christ. We have learned about different social justice issues that the church is facing and how we can be equipped to speak for the outcast and oppressed people of today. The students have started a garden on Grogan Street, in Marietta, for the community and it is flourishing with vegetables for the neighborhood. Taking all that we have learned in mission and applying it in our daily lives is the goal of this year, living in Christian Community. It has led to students serving the Lord in their schools by serving on FCA committees and leading other students to praise the Lord in their daily lives.

The Youth are excited to be leading in worship on this day and share their thoughts through Philippians 1:21-30! We are humbled by your love for our students and we want to express our gratitude for making this ministry possible at Marietta FUMC.

We serve a loving God and want to be the light on a hill shining the love of Jesus Christ into the darkness!

We look forward to worshipping with you this Sunday,

Fusion Youth Group

News

Join the Men of the Church for a cornhole tournament Thursday, September 25 at the home of Justin Gilland, 945 Mountain Brook Lane, Marietta 30064. The fun begins at 6:30 p.m. Compete for prizes or just enjoy food and fellowship. (E-mail James Tate)

Power 45! retreat is October 3-5, and we have room for more 4th and 5th graders! Enjoy fellowship at the beautiful Woodlands Camp. All are welcome, so invite friends! RSVP by e-mail to Georgia Rambo or call her at ext. 7805.

The Boy Scouts will take on the Men of the Church at the annual softball game and cookout at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 30 on the Activity Field at the Playground and in the Pavilion.

Our A Closer Look class, a five-week series for new members, visitors, and those who want to know more, begins on Sunday, October 5 from 10-11 a.m. in the Parlor. Each Sunday will feature a distinct perspective from our ministers and staff. (Rev. Brian Smith, ext. 7840)

The United Methodist Women will host the annual UMW Café on Sunday, October 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Family Life Hall. Eat in or take out soups, sandwiches and desserts. $8 per person with a $25 family cap. Proceeds will benefit UMW mission projects.

Save the date for the Beth Berman Mission Fund Dinner! Plan to join us for this annual event on Thursday, October 30. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

The Archives wants your history. Our Archives is looking for family stories and other items to add to its collection. Visit the Archives in Room 201A on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Join our Peru Mission Team. The group will work in Chimbote, Peru November 8-15. There is a need for medical personnel to work in the health clinic, and also workers with basic carpentry or electrical skills. Send an e-mail to Kathy Cadle for more information.

Restore to Glory!

Want more information about Restore To Glory! and its progress? Visit its Web site, which includes the latest news about projects with photos to show our progress. There, you will also find information about how to donate or make your pledge.

This Week

Our Disaster Response Team will host training on Saturday, September 20 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Wesley Dining Room. Learn how to put your heart and skills to work for people in their time of dire need. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Youth Sunday is September 21. In addition to leading morning worship services, the youth will participate in the annual Step Up to the Plate fundraiser lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Family Life Hall. (Josh Sweeney, ext. 7808)

Weekday Ministry's Movie Night in the Park returns on Saturday, September 20 beginning at 6 p.m. This year's feature is DreamWorks' Turbo. In case of rain, the movie will be in the Family Life Hall. (Nancy Tatnall, ext. 7842)

Youth Ministry will host Rock The Park this Sunday night from 5:30-8 p.m. in the Park on Polk. The youth of our church, First Presbyterian, First Baptist, Stone Bridge and Mars Hill Presbyterian will gather for a night of worship, fellowship, food and games. For more information, contact Josh Sweeney, ext. 7808.

Connect Through Table Fellowship

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

September 24

Beef Lasagna or Baked chicken w/ garlic, onion, tomato, and caper sauce, with parmesan pasta, Italian roasted vegetables, sautéed spinach, salad bar, garlic breadsticks and desserts. Kids-chicken strips, parmesan pasta, green beans, garlic breadsticks and desserts.

Save the Date

Weekday Ministry

Movie in the Park

Saturday, September 20

Disaster Response Training

Saturday, September 20

Youth Sunday

Sunday, September 21

Youth Step Up to the Plate

Fundraiser

Sunday, September 21

Rock the Park