MARCH 29,
 
2016
   
TELL IT AGAIN!
 
What a glorious celebration of Easter we shared together last week. I can still hear Dr. Matthews reading aloud the story from Luke, "Early on the first day of the week they came to the tomb..." Even after four worship services, I found myself wanting to say, "Tell it again!" Tell me the Easter Story one more time.
    As human beings, we never really outgrow our love of a story well-told. As children, we beg for the same favorite books to be read over and over again. As families, we love to hear beloved memories retold year after year. As a nation, we remember our history and teach it to our children.
    Nathan Kirkpatrick at Duke Divinity School reminds us, "We make sense of the world and our place in it through story. Story is how we create meaning, how we interpret reality, and how we come to know who we are and why we are. That is why when we hear a story that we know is good and true, we say, 'Oh, tell it again.'"
    The Easter Story is one of those stories. It reminds us of who we are and whose we are. We are beloved children of God who are saved by the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We may not understand every detail behind the story, but we proclaim it as an act of faith. "He is not here, but has risen."
    Tell it again! Tell the Easter story again! Each time we tell it, our faith gets stronger. Each time we tell it, our hearts are changed. Each time we tell it, we remember that anything is possible with God. It's the story of our faith and we need to tell it again and again. 
 

 
News
MFUMC will host a blood drive Sunday, April 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Family Life Hall. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)
 
Membership Sunday is April 24. If you would like to make Marietta FUMC your church home, consider joining the church with others on Membership Sunday.  To learn more, contact Rev. Brian Smith at briansmith@mariettafumc.org or ext. 7840. 
 
The AARP Safe Driving Course will be offered on Thursday, April 14 from 9:30-3:00. The cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-AARP members. Please RSVP to Rev Ethridge (ext. 7835).
 
Cornerstone, a gathering of Young Adults in their mid-20s to mid-30s, meets Sundays at 10:10 a.m. in room 255 in the Discipleship Building.  (Rev. Brian Smith, ext. 7840)
 
Help get our community garden growing on Saturday, April 9 in the Park on Polk. For more information and to sign up to help, visit www.mariettafumc.org/garden. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)
 
Graduation Sunday is May 15. Graduating High School seniors will be recognized during both worship services and a luncheon will follow the 11:15 a.m. service. To participate, e-mail joshsweeney@mariettafumc.org by May 1.
 
The MFUMC Early Response Team will have representatives on the bridge Sunday, April 10 to offer resources on how to be a disaster-prepared household and how you can be a part of our Early Response Team. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)
 
Join the Senior Adults for Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience on April 24. We will depart the Polk St. lot immediately following the 11:15 a.m. worship service, and pause for lunch on the Roswell Square prior to the performance. $28 plus lunch. RSVP to Rev Ethridge (ext. 7835).
 
Support Groups are available here at the church for a variety of concerns: grief, caring for a loved one with dementia, addiction, or other needs. Visit  www.mariettafumc.org/support for meeting times and details. (Rev. Elaine Wilder, ext. 7826)
 
The Mid High Youth mission trip is June 17-22. We'll be traveling to Tampa, Orlando and St. Simons. Signups will go live after Spring Break. Visit www.mariettafumc.org/midhighmissiontrip for more information (Josh Sweeney, ext. 7808)

The next Homebound Worship and Dinner will be Sunday, May 15 at 5 p.m. This service is specifically for those who cannot come to church on a regular basis because of mobility or other concerns. To RSVP or volunteer, contact Rev. Elaine Wilder at ext. 7826.
 
On Sunday, April 17 at 7 p.m. the Music Ministry will present a Sacred Spring Concert featuring the music of J.S. Bach with orchestra, choir and soloists. No tickets are required. (Bryan Black, ext. 7815)
 
The MFUMC Early Response Team will have representatives on the bridge Sunday, April 10 to offer resources on how to be a disaster-prepared household and how you can be a part of our Early Response Team. (Forrest Cate, ext. 7806)

Join us for our Senior Adult Ministry on its next outing to the Alliance Theatre on April 10 to see the play, Ethel, a musical biography of Ethel Waters. We will depart immediately following the 11:15 worship service and eat at The Varsity prior to the performance. Cost is $25 plus lunch. RSVP to Rev. Lori Ethridge at ext. 7835.
 
Register now for Vacation Bible School! Catch the Wave of God's Amazing Love with Surf Shack at Vacation Bible School, June 13-16 from 6-8:30 p.m. Learn more about the Bible's water stories...creation, Moses, Jesus' baptism, fish and loaves at the beach and more! VBS is open to children ages 3 (by 9/1/15) through 5th grade; younger children of volunteers are welcome in the nursery. Visit www.mariettafumc.org for more information. (Kelly Duncan, ext. 7812)
 
Save the date for the MFUMC Sporting Clay Tournament. Enjoy a day with your church family at historic Burge Plantation shooting clays while supporting great causes. Proceeds of this event support transportation for children's activities of the Marietta Police Athletic League and our ministry for children in Ecuador. (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)

Interested in MFUMC's history? Helping in our Archives is a great way to learn (and help preserve our past). Please contact Milli Robinson at millirobinson@mariettafumc.org or ext. 7857 to volunteer.
 
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 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 restore lives impacted by human trafficking in our area. Volunteer at the Marietta Treasure Store, a consignment store which benefits Wellspring Living located at 800 Whitlock Avenue, Marietta 30064. Wellspring Living helps victims of Human Trafficking move forward with their lives through group resident and independent living programs. For more information, contact Forrest Cate. To sign up to volunteer, click here.

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 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
Volunteer to help with our Habitat for Humanity build on Saturday, April 2. 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/habitat. (Forrest Cate ext. 7806)

A Closer Look, a class for visitors and new members who desire to learn more about the missions and ministries of First United Methodist of Marietta, continues today. Rev. Brian Smith, Associate Minister, and Bryan Black, Director of Music, will focus on how to connect with the Worship and Life of Marietta FUMC. Closer Look meets in the Parlor at 10:10 a.m. Pre-registration not required. (Rev. Brian Smith, ext. 7840)
 
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.
Save the Date

For more information about events
at First United Methodist Church of Marietta,
Habitat Build Day
Saturday, April 2
1351 Fair Oaks Avenue
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Forrest Cate, ext. 7806
 
One Great Hour
of Sharing Offering
Sunday, April 3
Forrest Cate, ext. 7806
 
A Closer Look
Sunday, April 3
Parlor
10:10 a.m.
Rev. Brian Smith, ext. 7840
 
Blood Drive
Sunday, April 10
Family Life Hall
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Forrest Cate, ext. 7806
 
Senior Adult Ministry
Trip to Alliance Theater
Sunday. April 10
Meet in Polk Street
Parking Lot
12:30-4 p.m.
Rev. Lori Ethridge, ext. 7835
 
A Closer Look
Sunday, April 10
Parlor
10:10 a.m.
Rev. Brian Smith, ext. 7840

Early Response Team
Presentation
Sunday, April 10
The Bridge
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Forrest Cate, ext. 7806
 
AARP Safe Driving Class
Thursday, April 14
Room 322
9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Rev. Lori Ethridge, ext. 7835
 
Youth Mission Trip
To Birmingham
Friday, April 15
to Sunday, April 17
Josh Sweeney, ext. 7808
 
Usher Appreciation Sunday
Sunday, April 17
 
Power 45
Sunday, April 17
Family Life Hall
4-6 p.m.
Kelly Duncan, ext. 7812
 
Sacred Spring Concert
Sunday, April 17
Sanctuary
7 p.m.
(no ticket required)
Bryan Black, ext. 7815

Senior Adult Ministry
Catered Luncheon
Wednesday, April 20
Reception Hall
11:30 a.m.
Rev. Lori Ethridge, ext. 7835
 
Membership Sunday
Sunday, April 24
Rev. Brian Smith, ext. 7840
 
Weekday Ministry Preschool and Kindergarten
Spring Sing
Monday, April 25
Reception Hall
11 a.m.
Nancy Tatnall, ext. 7842
 
Weekday Ministry Preschool and Kindergarten
Songs and Sundaes
Thursday, April 28
Family Life Hall
6 p.m.
Nancy Tatnall, ext. 7842
 
Day of Service Global
Family Life Hall
8:30 a.m. to Noon
Forrest Cate, ext. 7806
 
 
 
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