News from Marietta FUMC for March 1, 2016

WELCOME, CONFIRMANDS

This Sunday these young people will join the church and become full members. We are grateful for them and for the families and the church that has brought them to this day. Keep these new church members and their families in your prayers:

Ashley Ann Blankenship

Sophia Rae Bohannan

Patrick Ross Bourgeois

Kate Elizabeth Casey

Zach William Dabney

Carson Lloyd English

Charles ThomasErvin

Liesel Ellen Fazekas

Michael David Fincher

Noah Robert Flisser

Owen Thomas Hall

Charles Davis Hodges

K'janaeKaelin Istas

Allen Forrest Krivsky

Tyler Wade Kroske

Olivia KathrynLeone

John Cade Mayfield

Harrison Scott McClure

Ryan Randall McKee

Sarah Elizabeth McMurry

Schuyler Kyrie Parker

Carley Marie Polk

Wesley Ray Rodriguez

Rylee Ann Shaw

Abney Dane Smith

Benjamin Franklin Smith III

Gilbert Nathan Stephens

Caroline Grace Whipple

News

A Closer Look is a class for visitors and new members who want to discover more about the mission and ministry of Marietta First United Methodist. The class begins Sunday, March 13 at 10:10 a.m. in the Parlor and runs for five weeks. Register on the church Web site or through the church office. (Rev. Brian Smith, ext. 7840)

The Dementia Caregivers Support Group will meet next Wednesday, March 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the Hospitality Room. (Rev. Elaine Wilder, ext. 7826)

Make plans to attend Art from the Heart, the signature fundraiser supporting our Weekday Ministry Preschool & Kindergarten, at 7:30 p.m. on March 12 at the Marietta/Cobb Museum of Art. Enjoy an evening of desserts, live jazz, and silent and live auctions benefiting our school. Find Art from the Heart on Facebook or e-mail jennybruner@mariettafumc.org for more information.

Little Lambs Children's Consignment Sale. Purchase gently used spring clothes and other items March 10-12 in the Family Life Hall. Pay $5 and shop from 2-8 p.m. at the preview sale on Thursday; regular sale hours are Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Many items half-price on Saturday. (Kelly Duncan, ext. 7812)

There will be a meeting for anyone interested in participating in the Republic of Georgia mission trip (for travel May 8-17) next Wednesday, March 9 at 6 p.m. in room 224. Learn more about the projects and people we will serve and the variety of ways you can get involved. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Save the date for the 2016 Global Great Day of Service: Saturday, April 30 with breakfast at 8 a.m. followed by Communion. This service project is perfect for all age groups and a great way for our church family to serve together. We will pack meals from 9 a.m. until noon through Stop Hunger Now, which provides food and life-changing aid to the world's most vulnerable communities. To sign up, please click here. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

A Grief Support Group offers help and healing to those experiencing loss. Our next group will begin on Wednesday, March 9 and will run for 6 weeks from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Parlor. For more information or to register, contact Rev. Elaine Wilder at ext. 7826.

Our Blanket and Shawl Ministry meets the first Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. in the Hospitality Room. This group knits prayer shawls for our church and community. All are welcome. (Rev. Elaine Wilder, ext. 7826)

Registration for Glisson Grow Day Camp at FUMC is open! Dates are June 6-10 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The camp is for children who have completed K-5th grade. Register at www.growdaycamps.org. (Kelly Duncan, ext. 7812)

The Senior Adults will take a trip to Gibb Gardens in Ball Ground, Ga., on Thursday March 10. We will depart at 11 a.m. and pause for lunch on-site at the garden. The cost of the trip is $22 plus lunch. Please RSVP to Rev. Lori Ethridge at ext. 7835.

Fuse Soccer. Registration for our most popular sport is open. The season for ages 3K through 5th grade begins March 13 and ends on May 15. Click here to register. (Kelly Duncan, ext. 7812)

The 3rd-5th grade Bible study continues on Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in Room 324. Fellowship with friends and explore the books of the Bible. For more information or to sign up, contact Kelly Duncan at ext. 7812. All are welcome, so invite friends!

Help prevent hunger in our community. Volunteer at the food pantry of our community development partner, the Center for Family Resources in the Mansour Building. Shifts are available on Thursdays and Fridays. To sign up or for more information, please contact Michelle Paracha at michelleparacha@mariettafumc.org or ext. 7803.

We invite you to serve with our Parking Ministry on Sunday mornings in half-hour and one-hour shifts from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Help members who have difficulty walking getting to and from worship and Sunday School. Training is provided. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

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

Lenten Lecture Series. Join us as we continue our Lenten series led by our four ministers on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. in Room 256. Pre-registration not required (Erin Kimbrel, ext. 7813).

Volunteer to help with our Habitat for Humanity build on Saturday, March 5 or Saturday, March 19. Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope by building affordable housing. You can help by volunteering to build or provide breakfast or lunch. You may sign up online at www.mariettafumc.org. (Forrest Cate ext. 7806)

Handel's Messiah Study: Lent, Easter and Beyond. Fred Finzer will be leading a 4-week class beginning March 7 that looks at the music, themes, and use of scripture in Handel's Messiah. Contact the church office to register for the class. The class meets each Monday from 7-8:30 p.m. in room 303 (Rev. Brian Smith, ext. 7840).

Connect Through Table Fellowship

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.

March 2

Country fried steak or grilled tilapia, mashed potatoes, white gravy, vegetables, rolls, salad bar and desserts

Kids- Hot dog, tater rounds, apple sauce, salad bar, and dessert

Save the Date

Wednesday, March 2

Lenten Study
6:30 p.m., Room 256

Saturday, March 5

Confirmation Dinner

Sunday, March 6
Confirmation Sunday

March 6-9
Little Lambs Setup