News from Marietta FUMC for August 25, 2015

THIRD- GRADE BIBLES

We expect of our children, by the time that they are in third grade, that they be able to engage scripture and some Sam's Picture

of the basic concepts of faith on their own. We do not necessarily expect them to be scholars but we expect different conversations with them as we discuss faith, both theirs and ours. In that light, we continue the tradition of presenting to our third-graders a Bible of their own.

"The word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing until it divides soul from spirit, joints from marrow; it is able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart." So wrote the writer of Hebrews (4:12) so many years ago, and the same is still true of God's word. The Bibles that we present to our third-graders contain that powerful word and we give the Bibles in great hope and trust. This is a great day for the third graders and their families. Keep these loved ones in your prayers and thoughts:

Witt Austin

Tate Bachman
Carter Bailey
Elizabeth Barnes

Faith Beckett
Mae Bullington
Kylie Chavers
Benjamin Elsey
Brendan Finger
Jane Anne Goodman
Natalie Harris
Charlotte Anne Hill
Carson Hodges
Libby Holle
Kaiyu Huffman
Payton Konop
Spears Martin
Nathan McKee
Adeline Morrison
Carter Motes
Ali Patrick
Carol Ann Sanders
Isabella Schrampfer
Trinity Seals
Colby Shoch
Sarah Sicat
Bryson Simmons
Sidney Surber
Elden Towler
Will Tucker
Allie Wild

News

Mark your calendars for our re-entry into the Sanctuary on Sunday, September 20! Join us for worship and a congregational luncheon in the Family Life Hall.

Fall Studies beginning soon! Classes will be taught by Dr. Sam R. Matthews, Rev. Elaine Wilder, Rev. Brian Smith, Rev. Lori Ethridge and others. There are also opportunities for children and youth to get involved. Click here for more information and to register. (Rev. Brian Smith, ext. 7840)

Youth Choir begins its 51st year of ministry

on Sunday, Sept. 13 in Room 263. Snacks at 4 p.m. and rehearsal at 4:30 p.m. All young people grades 6-12 are warmly invited. (Bryan Black, ext. 7815)

The Senior Adult Ministry will visit the Leo Frank Exhibit at the Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History in Kennesaw on Monday, September 21 at 9:30 a.m. We will depart from the Polk Street parking area. The cost of the trip is $8 plus lunch at Doug's Place in Emerson following the museum visit. (Lori Ethridge x7835).

GED classes through Project Light will begin September 15 and run through May 26 in Room 104 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:30-3 p.m. Contact Janet Peeler with questions at janet.peeler@comcast.net. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Volunteer to help with the Great Day of Service: Local on Saturday, September 12. You can be the difference in our community through a variety of service projects at MFUMC and throughout the community. Click here for a listing of projects and online sign up. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Give blood at the MFUMC blood drive on Sunday, September 6 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The bloodmobile will be located in the Pavilion parking lot. Sign up at redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code MFUMC. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Senior Adult Ministry Catered Luncheons resume on September 16 and continue through May 2016 on the third Wednesday of each month in the Reception Hall. The dates and speakers are:

September 16: Reverend Kent Burel on "Theology in The Wizard of Oz"
October 21: Mrs. Phyllis Wright, Professor of Nursing at Emory University on healthy aging
November 18: Mrs. Susan McDonald sharing her faith story in song

Restore to Glory!

Want more information about Restore To Glory! and its progress? Visit its Website, 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

Ministry Tables on the Bridge this Sunday!

Come learn about the many ministries that make up MFUMC and find a place to plug in.

Register now for Children's Choirs and Family Music Classes online at www.mariettafumc.org. Rehearsals for age 3 through 5th grade begin this Wednesday, August 26. Classes for infants begin Monday, September 14.

(Bryan Black, ext. 7815)

Church Family Supper resumes this Wednesday, August 26 at 5:15 p.m. in the Reception Hall (until the Sanctuary re-opens). Cost is $6 (adults) and $4 (children from 3 to 11) with a $20 family cap. (Susan McElwain, ext. 7853)

All men of the church are invited to a cookout this Thursday, August 27 at 6:30 p.m. at 160 Durham Street, Marietta 30064. Join us for fun, food and fellowship and get connected with the men of the church. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Join the Senior Adults for a tour of the stained glass windows of St Luke's Episcopal Church,

435 Peachtree Street, Atlanta on Tuesday, September 1. We will be introduced to the artistic and historical significance of these windows over formal coffee and refreshments in the parish's reception hall, followed by an organ concert with Charles Higgs. After the tour, the group will have lunch at The Varsity before returning to the church. We will depart from the Polk Street parking lot at 9 a.m. and return approximately 1:30 p.m. The cost of the trip is $2 per person plus lunch. (Rev. Lori Ethridge, ext. 7835)

Connect Through Table Fellowship

Join us for Church Family Supper,
beginning this Wednesday, August 26

Until construction is completed in the Sanctuary, Church Family Supper will be served in the Reception Hall at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesdays. $6 (adults) and $4 (children from 3 to 11). $20 family cap.

Menu: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, cabbage casserole, mixed vegetables, salad bar, rolls and desserts. Kids- Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, salad bar, rolls and desserts

Save the Date

Wednesday, August 26

Children's Choirs Resume

Wednesday, August 26

Church Family Supper Resumes

Wednesday, August 26

Handbell Choir Resumes

Wednesday, August 26

Orchestra Resumes

Sunday, August 30

One Faith, Many Voices

(Bluegrass)