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FALL SNAPSHOTS
Here are some snapshots of an active church in motion:
Enthusiastic children in the sanctuary on First Sundays for
Intergenerational Worship. The air filled with Nerf basketballs as Jill Ruhl
calls on the kids to “aim for heaven” in the children’s sermon. Glorious music
from the Choir. First Wednesday fellowship dinner- families enjoying
delicious food, devotional and singing. A Third Wednesday Taize’ service
with communion, moving music and dedicated singers. Packing backpacks of
food for 305 at-risk children at Arlington Elementary School. Back to school
clothing purchased for children at Nathaniel Mission. Cookies distributed by
our women at the Methodist Children’s Home. The Vision Team engaging
their first task- to Rethink Vision for the future of our church. Our 23rd
Habitat house under construction. Our people of all ages serving supper to
students at the UK Wesley Foundation. Ladies of Southern Hills supporting
women in recovery as they graduate from a program at the Hope
Center. New, safe sidewalks being built in front of the Activities
Building. The hallways filled throughout the week with the happy voices of
nearly 200 children in our child care programs. Church in the Park-
contemporary worship with the Source on the front lawn of Sullivan College-
with barbecue following!
Here are some future snapshots that you can expect to see very
soon: New Adult Sunday School Classes beginning October 6- Alpha at 9:30
with Bob Durborow and Experiencing God at 11:00 with Gail Isaac. Blessing
of the Animals on October 6 at 6- bring all creatures, great and small! Youth
Retreat at Aldersgate Camp, October 11-13 and a Fifth Quarter Party on
October 25- invite a friend. Laity Sunday, October 20- David Bowles,
preaching. Fallderall, our Fall Festival and Trunk or Treat, October 27- good
neighborhood outreach. Upward Basketball Evaluations, November 2 and 4-
calling all children! Charge Conference and Thanksgiving Dinner on
November 24. Room in the Inn, a ministry to the homeless sheltered in our
Activities Building on twelve weekends, begins December 7. A Children’s
Christmas musical on December 8 and Festival of Christmas Concert on
December 11. Christmas Eve Services at 5:30 and 7:00.
There’s much to look forward to, isn’t there? These are literally just
snapshots of a mosaic of opportunities for involvement at Southern Hills this
fall. There’s a lot of activity, but we believe there is purpose behind all of
these things, as we seek to serve Christ. Look in this newsletter for much
more. Questions? Call us at 277-6176.
I like the story about two preachers talking about the seating capacity of
their churches. One said, “How many people does your church hold?’ The
other pastor said, “It sleeps 400!”
Not My Church!
Bill
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October Sermons in Traditional Worship October 6 World Communion Sunday- "A Second Chance" John 3:1-16
October 13 Rev. Jill Ruhl, preaching
Sermon Series: "Putting God First in Living and Giving"
October 20 Laity Sunday- Mr. David Bowles, preaching
October 27 "The Myth of More" Mark 10:17-27
Welcome Our New Administrative Assistant, Susan Rice!
Susan Rice is our new Administrative Assistant. She was born and
raised in Winchester and now lives here in Lexington. She has worked
for 14 years on church staffs, but also as an elementary school librarian
and a paralegal. Susan comes to us with strong administrative and
organizational skills. She has an engaging personality, is team-oriented,
and creative. She is also a published author, has served as a public
speaker for various organizations, is the mother of two teenagers, enjoys cooking, reading,
crafting and is a proud football mom!
Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 6th @ 6:00pm
Rev. Jill Ruhl will lead an outdoor, pet-friendly worship service that will give
animal lovers an opportunity to bring their favorite critters to Church to re-
ceive a prayer of pastoral blessing. God loves all of his creation, and we’ll
celebrate that fact as we welcome our feathered, furry, and fishy friends
(slimy, slithery, spidery ones are welcome, too, but will be blessed from a distance…) Rev. Ruhl
will call every pet’s name before God (her dog Cooper will be there!) and ask that God would
grant them abundant life and peaceful existence with their humans. All are welcome, and par-
ents and grandparents are encouraged not just to bring their kids to this family-friendly/pet-
friendly service, but to help their KIDS bring their PETS to church! All pets must be restrained
(leashes, cages, crates, etc.) and monitored at all times. Come and celebrate God’s good creation
at the SHUMC’s Blessing of the Animals!
Corporate Communion is offered the first Sunday of each month
during services. This is wonderful news for those of us who wish to partake
of the sacraments on a more frequent basis. Weekly Communion in the
Prayer Chapel will resume Sunday, October 13, 10:40a.m. - 10:50a.m.
This will be offered each week except those mornings where corporate com-
munion is celebrated in the Sanctuary.
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Positioning The Source For The Future
On Tuesday, October 8th at 7:00 pm, The Source Vision
Team will meet in the Bonus Room to discuss how The
Source can best be positioned to reach out to the
surrounding community and be a portal into our faith community. We will debrief regarding
our Church In the Park worship service and discuss ideas for our next outreach event. We will
also discuss information gathered regarding the most appropriate time slot for The Source to
worship on Sunday mornings, and decide as a team whether we will continue to meet at 9:30,
or we will move to an 11:15 start time. We are interested in positioning ourselves so that we
have optimal appeal for college students and young families in particular. Your perspective in
this regard is valuable to the team, so we welcome your input. Feel free to discuss with any of
the Vision Team members how and when The Source can best be positioned to grow God’s
kingdom. The team members are: Rev. Jill Ruhl, Chris Hogg, Brian Cathey, Danielle Roark,
Guy Williamson, Kelcie Hollis, Kris Bagley, Lauralee Williamson, Linda Wickstrom, Randy
Collins, Sarah Billings, Sean Patrick, Susan Collins, Teddy Poore.
Leaders are needed to step up to be part of The Source service (music, preaching,
prayer, etc.) or to lead discipleship small groups. Contact Adam if interested.
Supper 8 – Are you a couple looking for a way to meet new couples? Join Supper 8! This is a
program where we pair 4 couples up to have dinner with each other, rotating at each couple’s
places. No structure at all, just fun and fellowship! Talk to Pastor Adam or email him with
questions.
Source Small Group – We have a small group that meets every Sunday morning at 11pm in
the activities building (Library). Right now we are studying “Love Does” by Bob Goff, being led
by Teddy Poore. Please come and enjoy fellowship with each other! Email Linda Wickstrom at
[email protected] for more info.
NEW Young Women’s Small Group – Every Monday night at 7pm @ SHUMC, a group of
young women (20-50) meet for fellowship and a closer look at the Word. Sarah Billings and
Danielle Roark lead this group. If interested email them at [email protected] or
College Ministry Group—Teddy Poore and Sarah Billings have started a new college
ministry based on the book Storyline by Donald Miller. If interested, email them at
[email protected] or [email protected]
Help is needed to provide dinner for the UK Wesley students
during their worship night! The next date is October 21st.
Please email Ted Poore [email protected] if you can help!
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SING… For Advent and Christmas!
It isn’t too late to join one of our choirs or ensem-
bles and participate in the preparation of the beau-
tiful music of our Advent and Christmas seasons.
Ushering in the Christ Child through singing can
certainly enhance your holiday preparations and
helps to keep your priorities focused on “the Rea-
son for the Season.” In addition, singing lifts your
spirits, and it is a wonderful and authentic gift to offer to God and your church family! Below,
you will find a list of our vocal groups, rehearsal times, and musical highlights. Choose the one
that readily adapts to your needs, preferences, schedule… and join us!
Love Notes Choir (preschool and kindergarten), practices on Sundays from 10:30-10:50
a.m. This choir, under the direction of Rosemary Souleyrette and Julie Beck, is learning
some exciting and age appropriate Advent and Christmas songs to be presented in wor-
ship.
Children’s Choir (grades 1-5), practices on Sundays from 5:00-6:00 p.m. and, in addition to
other offerings, will present a traditional Christmas musical by Mark Patterson entitled
Light of the World.
Chancel Choir (adults), practices on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. and will present the
bulk of our Advent and Christmas music. In addition, this choir will present Vivaldi’s
Gloria, as part of our Festival of Christmas concert.
MOVE (Men Only Vocal Ensemble, for youth and adults), practices on Thursdays from
6:15-7:15 p.m. and is working on some very beautiful music for the season, including the
stunning “Ave Maria” by Franz Biebl.
LOVE (Ladies Only Vocal Ensemble, for youth and adults) practices on Thursdays from
7:15-8:30 p.m. and is working on some delightful Christmas music, including Chris Eaton
and Amy Grant’s “Breath of Heaven.”
October Taizé Service
Our monthly service of Prayer and Holy Communion in the style of Taizé will be held in the
Sanctuary on Wednesday, October 16 @ 6:15 p.m. This 45 minute service includes sung medita-
tive prayers, spoken prayers, Scripture readings, silence, and Holy Communion.
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Acolytes Needed
All children, grades 3 thru 8, are in-
vited to participate in our acolyte
ministry. A training session will
take place in October. Please contact Joan
Wooden ([email protected]) if you
would like to participate in this vital ministry.
Festival of Christmas!
Wednesday, Dec 11
Church-Wide Christmas
Dinner– 5:30 p.m.
(provided by the Hewitt Family)
Festival of Christmas
Concert – 6:30 p.m
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The Pat Herren Circle will meet Monday, October 8, 2013 in the
Fireside Room @ 9:30 AM. Our speaker will be Roger Meece, Adjunct
Professor @ University of Louisville, College of Business. He will
discuss Health Care and how it relates to the Commonwealth of
Kentucky. After the meeting we will go to "Bread, Blessings and
Books" restaurant, at the corner of Lane Allen and Harrodsburg
Road (the old Rosemont Drug building) for our birthday lunch. Anyone is invited to attend the
meeting and the lunch. Please bring canned meats for the Nathaniel mission.
The Faith Susannah Wesley Circle will meet on Tuesday, Oct 9 @ 9:30a.m. in the
Reception Room. Our speaker will be Joyce Hahn.
The Sarah Bagby Circle will meet on Wednesday, Oct 9 @ 12:00 Noon in the Fireside Room
for a skit written by Lettie Sweazy. All are welcome!
The New Life Circle will meet on Thursday, October 10 @ 5:30pm in the Hazel Finney
Reception Room. We will finalize plans for our annual October dinner for the U.K. Wesley
Foundation to be held October 14. Thanks to all who helped us restock the game cupboard at
Aldersgate Camp. We were happy to welcome our September visitors and look forward to more
of you at the October meeting. Our ministries are varied so there’s sure to be one you’d love to
be a part of.
The Meade Shotwell Circle will meet on Monday, October 14 @ 7:00pm in the Reception
Room.
Barnababes needs you! Are you interested in anonymously helping out and giving
encouragement to people? Barnababes is the group for you. We are a group of women who
meet once a month (probably the 3rd Tuesday), mainly to discuss how we can be of help to
those in need. We also choose a book to read and discuss. Even if you can't come to the
monthly meetings, but would still like to be on the e-mail list as an anonymous encourager, we
want you! Please e-mail the church secretary ([email protected]) and ask her to pass
your name on. We will be in contact with you.
October 1—UMW Board Leadership Team Meeting 6:30 pm
October 26—Ky. Conference UMW Mission Celebration, Louisa ,KY 8:30a.m—2p.m.
It’s that time of year to start scheduling for Room in the Inn. For 10
years, SHUMC has provided shelter, fellowship, and meals for 14 home-
less men the Lexington community during the winter months. This is a
wonderful opportunity for all in our church to participate! If your time
is limited, RITI will be happy to accept a financial contribution to the program! Assistance
is needed in the following areas: set-up, dinner, breakfast, lunch, overnight host,
laundry. To volunteer, please call Bev Jaquith, 276-1358 to schedule your date and area!
RITI Committee members: Bev Jaquith, Bob Mason, and Janie Bowen
Room in the Inn Dates (all on Saturday nights):
December 7, 14, 28 February 1, 8, 22
January 4, 11, 25 March 1, 8, 22
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Nathaniel Mission—Join the Journey 2013
Join the Journey with Nathaniel Mission through downtown Lexington that
duplicates the path taken on Sundays by folks who may be invisible to most of us.
On Saturday, October 5, @ 8:30a.m., the day will begin with a sample
breakfast, similar to that served every Sunday morning at Nathaniel Mission,
616 DeRoode St. At 9:00a.m. a guide, who is served by the Mission, will take us
to some of the regular Mercy points on their Sunday Journey. Mercy providers
include Maxwell Presbyterian Church, Hill-N-Dale Christian Church, Embrace
UMC, and Church Under the Bridge. Our guides will provide information about each stop as
well a giving us a glimpse about life in the Invisible Worlds.
You can make the difference! Register to walk or sponsor a walker. Funds raised will help
support the many ministries of Nathaniel Mission, including feeding programs; medical, dental,
and vision clinics; spiritual care; the Mission Market; veterinary care; and many other
assistance programs. Sponsor forms are located at the Reception Desk. Contact Sue Coyle 223-
8350, [email protected] or Bonnie Lynch 533-2313, Lynchb@ aol.com for more information.
New Adult Sunday School Classes Starting Soon!
We are pleased to have these classes, taught by gifted teachers and add to
the learning opportunities on Sunday morning. For a full listing of all of
our adult classes offered on Sunday, please consult a copy of our directory
(available at the Welcome Center).
ALPHA—Begins Sunday, Oct. 6 @ 9:30 A.M. Why does God allow suffering? Do all religions
lead to God? Is there really a conflict between science and religion? These are some of the
foundational questions this class addresses about the Christian faith while providing
participants with an opportunity to explore the meaning of life. This study, written by Nicky
Gumbel, makes uses of videos and extensive discussions. Teacher: Dr. Bob Durborow
EXPERIENCING GOD: Knowing and Doing the Will of God—Begins Sunday, Oct. 6 @
11 A.M. This study shows believers how to know God intimately while encouraging them to
step out on faith and join Him in His work with miraculous results. This insightful study was
written by Henry Blackaby. Teacher: Gail Isaac
Rowland Small Group Annual Used Book Sale
Sunday, November 10, 9:00a.m.—12:30 pm
Herren Hall
If you have books you would like to donate to our cause, please bring them to the business office
to be stored. If you need someone to pick them up or have any questions, contact Paul & Linda
Rowland at 219-1339 or Larry & Jo Neuzel at 272-3732 Thanks in advance for your support!
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Intergenerational Worship
Every first Sunday of the month, take your children with
you to worship. Our worship services will have aspects of
worship for you and your children to enjoy together! Take
advantage of this teaching time with your children and
grandchildren! Childcare will be available for those who
need it. Please sign in at the desk in the Activities building
like usual. Childcare is located in the Education hallway
those Sundays.
Wondering where children are meeting on Sunday mornings?
We have lovely new facilities in the Activities wing of our church! This is the
central location for Children’s Ministry on Sunday morning. Please sign your
children in at the desk in front of the gym. There will be a wonderful adult there to
help you with any questions you may have about our Children’s Ministry. Whether
it is our 9:30 or 11:00 services, the starting place for families will always be in the
activities building. Hope to see you and your wonderful children this Sunday!
Troop 186 Wreath Sales
Troop 186 will be here on Oct 12 & Oct 19 to take Christmas Wreath orders. They
will be available after each service and between services just outside Herren Hall.
BACKPACK MINISTRY The Backpack Ministry provides a meal for approxi-
mately 300 underprivileged students at Arlington Elementary School when school
is not in session. Lyn Bracken is looking for volunteers to help with our packing
and food delivery. Packing begins at 10:00a.m. one Thursday morning a month.
Food delivery begins at 4:00p.m. one Tuesday afternoon a month. If you would
like to help or would like more information, please call Lyn Bracken 223-9830 or
email [email protected]. Food delivery dates through 2013 are: Oct 15, Nov 12, Dec
10. Packing dates for the rest of the year are: Oct 3, Oct 31, Nov 25.
CALLING ALL COOKS AND BAKERS! Use your love for food to minister to grow-
ing SHUMC families. Become a part of the Stork Ministry Team and help us pro-
vide home-cooked meals to those families who have just had a baby. Contact Katie
Taylor at 859-361-6373 or [email protected] to get involved.
Roadrunners are off again! Save the date and have lunch with friends
at some great places around town!
For more information, contact Chris Hogg
in the Church Office 859-277-6176.
Oct 3—Texas Roadhouse (Richmond Rd)
Oct 17—Coba Cocina (Richmond Rd)
Oct 31—Bob Evans (Brannon Crossing)
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SHECP Flu Shot Clinic
Tuesday, October 8, 2013—Activity Room
(next to the gym)
7:30a.m. - 12:00 Noon
Insurance is accepted. The flat fee is $25.00.
Celebrity Chef Wednesdays
The “Celebrity Chef” for the month of October will be…The Church Staff!
Come support them on Wednesday, October 2nd and enjoy fellowship with
the church family.
Cooking Competition, Wednesday, November 7 for all who’d like to
participate. Our panel of judges will be deciding who has prepared the best
Fall dessert! Get your best pumpkin roll, apple pie, or other seasonal des-
sert recipe ready! It will be great fun to see who comes out on top in this
battle of the rich and decadent.
Upward Basketball and Cheerleading sign-ups have officially started for
anyone age 5 through 6th grade. We are very excited to run our program
this season in a brand new facility. Last season was a test of endurance
as the construction invaded the Activities Building, but everyone came
out smiling we’re ready for a fresh start!
Interested people can sign up on the Church’s website www.southernhillsumc.org or stop by
the church office to pick up a brochure. Practice begins in December. Games will start in Jan-
uary. If you have questions about sign-ups, or if you would like to be a part of our leadership
team, contact Chris Hogg, Recreation Director at [email protected] or 859-277-
6176. We always need willing coaches, assistant coaches, referees, devotion leaders and more!
Fall-Der-All
Our Annual Fall festival is happening on Sunday, October 27th, 3:00p.m. to 6:00p.m.. We
will have all the familiar activities, including trunk-or-treat during the last hour of the
event. If you’d like to sign-up to decorate your car for trunk-or-treat, please contact Priscilla
Bagley. If you’re willing to help with another part of the festival, please contact
Chris Hogg. You can sign up to help with food, run games, make a cake for the
cake walk, do face painting, or take on all challengers in the corn hole tournament!
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Here’s what’s coming up in SHUMY Youth Group:
New Fall Study! Don’t miss youth group every Sunday night from
5pm-7pm as we dive into a new study called “Follow Me…what did
Jesus really mean when He told us this?”
Come find out and bring your friends!!
Bonfire and Hayride @ Boyd’s Orchard
October 6th, 5pm
Cost—$15 (includes food, smores, hayride, bonfire and corn maze) Bring
your friends and be at the Church at 5pm!!
October 11-13 @ Aldersgate Camp! RSVP with permission form and $100 by Oct
6th. Meet at the Church at 5pm on Friday. We get back around 4pm Sunday.
There will be caving, team-building, capture the flag, and learning more about
the Christian life!!!
October 25th will be our next 5th Quarter party of the season! Stop by the Church
after the high school football games for some food and fun…BRING FRIENDS!
REMINDER! There will be NO youth
group on October 27th due to
Fallderall…come to the Church @ 3pm
for some fun/trunk or treat!
To get involved and check
schedules, contact Adam
(859) 277-6176
High School Girls – Tuesday nights, 7pm
@ SHUMC (starting soon)
High School Boys – Chick-Fil-A (Turfland)
Friday mornings @ 7a.m.
Middle School Boys and Girls –
Sundays, 9:30am in the Prayer Chapel;
Wednesdays, 6:30pm-8pm in the Great
Room
The website style has changed!
New permission slips can be found on
The website and important announcements
can be found on the front page. Check it out!
Also, be sure to check the SHUMY Facebook
page or website www.shumyouth.org for
recent updates and events!
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2356 Harrodsburg Road
Lexington, KY 40503-1795
Sunday Morning
Worship Services
Traditional: 9:30 & 11:00
Contemporary: 9:30
Tel: 859-277-6176
Fax: 859-276-1137
E-mail:
Web address:
www.southernhillsumc.org
www.shumyouth.org
www.sourceworship.com
Southern Hills
United
Methodist
Church
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage PAID
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Return Services Requested
Senior Pastor
Dr. William Moore
Associate Pastor
Rev. Jill Ruhl
Director of Music &
Worship
Rev. Joan Wooden
Director of Youth
Adam Vodicka
Director of Children
Priscilla Bagley
Director of Recreation
and
Fellowship Ministries
Chris Hogg
October 2013
FAMILY WORSHIP Wednesday, October 2nd
6pm in the Youth Room.
Food, Videos, Games, Music and Fun!
Bring the whole family for a
great night together!!
