OUT OF THE WHIRLWIND

AND INTO THE UNKNOWN

This Sunday is a wonderful time for the youth at Marietta First United Methodist Church. They will assist in leading worship for both services from music, reading the Scripture and speaking to the congregation. This group is truly amazing. They lead with a servant heart, desire for Christ and their love for this church and community. Over the past year, the youth served not only in their schools but also in a variety of places, some of those places are New Orleans, St. Simons, Cobb County, Chimbote, Peru and London. These youth continually arise to each challenge that is placed before them. The youth that will be speaking this Sunday have chosen the theme, "Out of the whirlwind and into the unknown" taken from Job 38. We cannot find a teenager who is not in some type of whirlwind or searching through unknown. So we encourage you this Sunday to "lean in" with our students, listen to what they have to say and engage in their conversation. During their Baptism and Confirmation, we made vows as a congregation to, "so order our lives after the example of Christ, that these young people, surrounded by steadfast love, may be established in the faith, and confirmed and strengthened in the way that leads to life eternal." So let's do that this Sunday.

-MFUMC Youth Staff

News

Membership Sunday is October 25. If you would like to make First United Methodist of Marietta your church home, you are invited to join the church with others on Membership Sunday. Contact Rev. Brian Smith at briansmith@mariettafumc.org or ext. 7840 to join the church that morning.

Join the Senior Adults at our monthly luncheon

Wednesday, October 21 at 11:30 a.m. in the Reception Hall. The speaker is Phyllis Wright, Professor of Nursing at Emory University. Cost is $8 (Rev. Lori Ethridge, ext. 7835)

Please join us in praying for those affected by the torrential rains and heavy flooding in the wake of Hurricane Joaquin. As the waters recede, assessments will be made regarding what type of recovery work will be required. The MFUMC Early Response Team will be working with the North Georgia Conference and the Southeastern Jurisdiction to find ways to help in the days and weeks ahead. You may also help with a donation. Please make checks payable to MFUMC and indicate #4390-SC Flooding on the notes line. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Tailgate Treats. Trunk or treating, cake walk, a petting zoo, costume parade, and candy! Sunday, October 25 from 4-6 p.m. (Kelly Duncan, 7812)

Join the Men of the Church for dinner on Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m. at the Golden Corral, located at 700 Barrett Parkway, Kennesaw, 30144. Enjoy food and fellowship and learn about how to get connected with the Men of the Church. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Join us for a service day at the Women's Extension on Saturday, October 24, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. We will be painting and doing minor flooring work. No experience necessary. Sign up at www.mariettafumc.org. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Created by God. Created by God is a study of human sexuality with a Christian foundation and is open to 5th and 6th graders. The program will be held November 13-14 and offer both you and your child an opportunity to learn, grow, and celebrate the fact that we have each been wonderfully created by God and are called to responsible living as sexual beings. Registration is required. (Georgia Rambo, ext. 7805)

Don't let your smart phone outsmart you! Learn how to de-mystify your device at a series of four 90-minute interactive classes to assist you in making the most of your smart phone. Classes will meet at 10 a.m. on the first four Mondays in November. Cost is $48. (Rev. Lori Ethridge, ext. 7835 )

Join us for the Beth Berman Memorial Fund Dinner and Silent Auction on Thursday, November 5 in the Family Life Hall. Our guest speaker, Mr. Shane Claiborne, will share stories from his life journey including working with Mother Teresa in Calcutta. Tickets are available through the church office. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Mission teams are forming now for travel to Ecuador November 9-16 and for travel to Albania November 8-15. You can be a part of life changing community development as a team member or prayer partner. To learn more, click here.

The Hospitality Ministry is looking for friendly, creative and energetic volunteers to help greet on Sundays, provide special event setup and décor and be helpers at Church Family Supper on Wednesdays. (Beth Dawson, ext. 7829)

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

A team from Marietta First is in Chimbote, Peru on a mission trip through October 18. One of the main goals of the trip is to provide medical assistance and supplies for our partners there. Please keep the team members in your prayers. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

The Dementia Caregivers Support Group will meet tomorrow, October 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Hospitality Room (Rev. Elaine Wilder, ext. 7826)

A Closer Look is a class for visitors and new members who want to discover more about the mission and ministry of First United Methodist. The class continues this Sunday, October 18 at 10:10 a.m. in the Parlor for a tour of the church. Pre-registration not required. (Rev. Brian Smith, ext. 7840).

Coat Drive. Help elementary age children in Marietta City Schools stay warm this winter! Coats are being collected around the church through this Sunday, October 18. (Kelly Duncan, ext. 7812)

Connect Through Table Fellowship

Join us for Church Family Supper!

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.

October 14
Poppy seed chicken casserole with rice, or grilled cod with yellow rice, honey glazed carrots, green bean casserole, salad bar, rolls and desserts
Kids- Chicken sandwich, tater rounds, salad bar, and desserts

Save the Date

Wednesday, October 14
Dementia Caregivers Support Group

Sunday, October 18
Closer Look class

Wednesday, October 21

SAM Catered Luncheon

Saturday, October 24
Service Day
at Women's Extension

Sunday, October 25

Membership Sunday

Sunday, October 25

Tailgate Treats

Monday, October 26
Men of the Church dinner

Sunday, November 1

All Saints Sunday

Thursday, November 5

Beth Berman Memorial Fundraiser Dinner

November 8-15
Mission Trip to Albania

November 9-16
Mission Trip to Ecuador

Thursday, November 12