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Praise Service 9:00 a.m.
Church School 9:55 a.m. Adoration Worship 10:45 a.m.
Rev. Peggy Garrison, Pastor
Marcia Weygant, Director of Music
First United Methodist Church
Volume 4, Issue 10
FOCUS ON ―FIRST‖
October 2010
Special points of interest:
U.S. Census Plaque
Finance Report
Staff Changes
Trunk Or Treat
Green Spot
Bishop Appeal
Stewardship
Campaign
New Men’s Bible Study
Pastor’s Page 2
Prayer Concerns 4
Community Lunch 4
Survey 6
Good Eggs 7
Kitchen News 7
Church Happen-
ings
10-11
Inside this issue:
Become Part of God's Family at First UMC
The United Methodist Churches of Hamilton have banded to-gether to provide an experience of generosity for the Hamilton community. Others are joining us as we provide lunch, gifts for Halloween, games, child identity kits, school supplies, etc. Join us for a time of fun, fellowship as we share a witness of God’s love to those who join us. Additional acts of kindness welcome. See article in this newsletter.
Dear friends, It is October and it is an exciting month that is before us. Fall is in full swing. We have the Pork and Sauerkraut Fest, Trunk or Treat and are preparing for our annual Charge Conference. Bishop Ough will be in the District and has invited laity and clergy to come and hear his greetings and words of encouragement. We continue with our work on becoming a vital congregation. Our Saturday lunch program grows. We have folks in Bible Study. We will begin our an-nual stewardship program. Whew! A lot is going on. Now to ensure it is meaningful. I think the people in Hamilton love pork and sauerkraut. Yes, there are those few who do not like sauerkraut, but if I mention this meal, people immediately put it on their calendar. The Fest is scheduled for October 15, right in the middle of the month. For those who do not like sauerkraut, there will be dressing to go with the pork. Members of the congregation are cooking in their crock pots to ensure tender meat and flavorful sauerkraut. In addition we will have mashed potatoes, green beans, applesauce, rolls or cornbread and desserts If you would like to sell tickets or buy them ahead of time, the office has tickets. It is $8.00 a ticket and $9.00 at the door. If you would like to help us prepare any part of this meal, contact Mary Alice Hensley as she has the sign up sheet
Bishop Ough is the resident bishop of the West Ohio Conference. He will be in the Ohio River Valley October 17th. He has invited laity & clergy to join him at the Sharonville UMC where we will begin with our 4th annual Abundant Fruit Gathering for clergy and laity from 5:30-6:30 pm. Here you will have the opportunity to see dis-plays and learn best practices from churches and ministries in the Ohio River Valley District who have received Mission Foundation grants. These ministries will share how they were able to impact their communities by establishing food pantries, children's ministries, emergent worship sites and more. I hope some of you will go with me to this special gathering.
We have Trunk or Treat on our calendar for October 30. This event will be an exciting community event. Our lunch for that 5th Saturday will move to Court House Square where we think we might feed 500 people. Look for the article in this newsletter that will tell you more.
It is Charge Conference time again. This is the time when we give people a chance to bless their congregation by sharing in leadership. Our committees need leaders and participants so that the work of ministry might get done. I cannot tell you how thankful I am for all the work they do. There is no way that I could keep this church vital by myself. The act of being a leader is a way to fulfill your discipleship. The Council keeps us on track. The Strategic Planning Group leads us into the future. If you would like to be a part of either of these groups, please let me know.
This year our financial campaign will be ―Enough, Discovering Joy through Simplicity and Generos-ity.‖ It takes a different track than many of the campaigns. What we are looking at are the Biblical founda-tions for financial planning and giving. By now you have received a letter outlying this annual campaign which will include sermons, Sunday School lessons, and six key financial principles. How will God chal-lenge us during this process?
It is a rather large amount of work. Work is good, because it exercises us. It is not good when we are exercised to the point of breaking. What will keep us grounded in October is to focus on our faith in God through Jesus Christ. We keep life meaningful when we keep God central. I pray that as we engage in the work of the church in October, you will experience the presence of God in each and every event, wor-ship, meeting or gathering you attend. See you in worship!
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Pastor’s Page
FOCUS ON “FIRST”
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First has received a plaque from the United States Department of Commerce for our partici-pation with the U. S. Census. Our commitment to motivate the public to complete and return the census form will have a lasting impact. We can take pride in knowing that First helped ensure that the community we serve is accurately represented in Congress and eligi-ble for the funding needed for important community programs, services, and facilities.
Thanks to all those who donated salads and worked at the Salad Lunch. The UMW made a profit of $1206.59
Delores Harper
Salad Lunch Update
October 24th—First’s Celebration of Laity Sunday
U.S. Census Plaque Presented
There Is Good News and Bad News
The bad news first: We have used the $25,000 of loan funds set aside for this year to supplement our budget. We needed to transfer $10,000 in August to see us through August and September bills. We had some rather large bills in August to repair our air conditioning. Aren’t we glad we made those repairs? We needed one more infu-sion of $5,000 bills following council meeting. Council decided to use those funds
from the Loving First Campaign funds. We have $9,250 dollars in hand and pledges to the tune of $75,600. The Good News! First it is always about Jesus, the good news that is. Good financial news is that we have received 95% of the year-to-date pledges. People are very faithful to what they pledge. Thank you so very much. It is fall and we usually have an upturn in giving in the fall. We have paid 10% of our Conference Apportionments and 25% of our District. This is a major step in the right direction. Our goal is 100% of the District and 40% of the Conference apportionments for this year. We joined the Chamber of Commerce as a means of promoting First in the Hamilton community. People know we exist, but they may not know that we are active and alive. We want to ensure they do. If you have further questions about our financial situation or want to see the totals of income and ex-penses, please contact me. John Harper
On October 24th, our congregation will celebrate the ministry of the laity. Our Lay leader, Teri Trent will bring the message of the day. During the service there will be a time to recognize all that the laity do in our congregation. We hope you will join us on October 24th for these special worship services.
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Community Lunch Report
Prayer Concerns Charles & Elizabeth Jones R.G. & Ilena Cornelius Mildred Harper Lori Anast (Maribeth Metzler) Jeanie Potter (Jackie Jewett’s Sister) Alan Haid (Rusty Haid) Bassitt Family Billie Shiflet Tracie (Kerry Bossert’s sister) Patty Singer (Mary Morris) Judy Halsey (Breast Cancer) Eugene Browning The Shiflet’s who seem to have ongoing family medical issues. Ongoing Job Concerns: Larry Combe, Greg Epperson, Scott Fuhrman, David Stephenson Community Lunch This ministry happens every 3rd, 4th and 5th Saturdays of the month. Missionaries, Peace Corp workers, and those who work for international peace. Military families and National leaders Do you have someone you would like to add to this list? Please call or email the office. 513-896-LOVE (8653) or [email protected]
Trinity Episcopal Church served the lunch on September 18th. This partnership came about because the pastor asked a couple of people to come and see what we are do-ing. They signed up immediately. Now it appears they will join us each month starting in January. This last Saturday, we served 83 individuals. With seconds and carry-outs we to-taled about 120 meals. We have a good reputation and individuals keep coming back. Please join us for a lunch and meet our guests. If you would like to help in other ways, we use a fair amount of cookies each week. We need them two to a zip locked sandwich bag. Kids club and TnT are meeting Sunday, October 3 to bake cookies. Purchased cookies are fine too. They are the dessert each week. We use 100-125 bags each meal and are kept in the freezer. We can always use money and help. If you have any questions, please contact me, Ruth Stanton at 863-1919. Ruth Stanton, Coordinator of the Community Meal
Thank you, Jerry!! Thank you and farewell to Jerry Tucker. Our custodian, Jerry Tucker has re-signed so that he and his wife can pursue a ministry ―on-the-road.‖ They will be head quartered in North Carolina, but travel in their travel trailer to represent the gospel in the US. We wish them well. Welcome Scott!!
Scott Fuhrman has joined the staff as our new custodian. He will try to fill Jerry’s shoes. We have found a man who likes to dust! Thank you Scott. If you see him around the building, please welcome him to our staff.
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Church Strengths Survey First United Methodist Church Strengths Survey
based on Twelve Keys to an Effective Church
Please take a moment to mark the number for each category that you feel best represents your experiences as a part of First United Methodist Church.
(1=lowest, 10=highest) 1. one mission outreach 7. one major program by our congregation in our community within our church, known in our community 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Feedback: _________________________ Feedback: _________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ 2. shepherding and 8. open accessibility supportive visitation in our location and people by our congregation in our community 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Feedback: _________________________ Feedback: _________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ 3. stirring, helpful worship 9. high visibility grace-centered, well-done in our location and people 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Feedback: _________________________ Feedback: _________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ 4. small groups 10. land, landscaping where you feel connected and parking 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Feedback: _________________________ Feedback: _________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ 5. strong leadership team 11. adequate space and facilities leaders, pastor, staff spacious, well cared-for 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Feedback: _________________________ Feedback: _________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ 6. solid decision process 12. generous giving simple organization solid financial resources 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Feedback: _________________________ Feedback: _________________________ __________________________________ __________________________________ Thank you for your feedback! In order to become a vital congregation, we need to focus on recognizing and building our strengths, and then tackling our weaknesses. Your perspective is important in this process.
Please return by mail or in person to the church by October 8th.
Name (optional): ______________________________
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Trunk Or Treat
On October 30th, the four United Methodist Churches and the Mis-sion will hold a festival of love and generosity around Court House Square. The idea started simple - let’s get the four churches together to do one ―Trunk or Treat‖ where people open the trunks and pass out ―treats‖ to the kids. Well, what if we circled the court house? What message would that say about church and state? This is a lunch day, what if we could serve our lunch at the court house and we were off and running. A group from the four churches are planning the event. There will be games, food, child identity kits, blood pressures taken, school supplies given out, a craft table, social agencies represented, the Park Avenue Praise Band, other churches joining us and bringing their own flair. Court street will be blocked off, the police and fire department will be represented. Why are we doing all this? For three reasons. First, and always first, to let the community know of God’s love in Jesus Christ. Second, is to inspire the community to mission by being a mission. Third, to remind the community that the United Methodist Churches’ of Hamilton are alive, well and invested in the Good News. Would you like to be a part of this event? There is probably a task for everyone. For those who do not want to be present, we can always use the money to cover the cost of the lunch. We are expecting to feed 500 people that day. We have donations from local restaurants to cover some of the food. We will need from First 250 cookies, 2 to a zip locked sandwich bag, to hand out for dessert. Our menu for that day? Walking tacos, juice and cookies. The walking tacos are a meal in a bag. We need folks to help with games, to pass out gifts, to ―marshal‖ folks, to run food from First to the square, and to help clean up. If you want to help in any manner, check in with Dee Harper or Ruth Stanton. If you want to help plan, our next meeting is October 7 at First, 7:30 pm. In case of rain , this whole event moves to First. We are in a great location for mission!
Last Chance to Join the Matthew Bible Study
We gathered in strength to open our study of Matthew. The last of week of September we read our daily devotions for the first week of the study. Now we move deeper into the material as we learn this book, not the first written and not written by Matthew, has been beloved since it first appeared as ―the Gos-pel of the Sermon on the Mount.‖ How will we be changed by what we encounter in the text? That is what we are interested in finding out. If you would like to join us, please contact the office immediately, so you can get your copy of the book and start reading with us. Discussions are offered at two times on Thursday, 10 am in the morning and 6 pm. You are welcome to join us.
Hospice of Hamilton - Volunteers Needed
Hospice of Hamilton is seeking compassionate-committed volunteers to provide essential service in our Hamilton inpatient care center as well as in our home care program, long-term care facilities, clerical, fundraising, and special assignments. A special volunteer training has been set up for the Hamilton/ Fairfield/Oxford and Butler County communities on November 6, from 8:00 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Hospice of Hamilton inpatient unit at 1010 Eaton Avenue. Please contact Jo Ann Ropp, Manager Volunteer Ser-vices at 792-6982 or [email protected] by October 22. Pre-registration is required
Green Spot
A reminder of what materials are recyclable by Rumpke Recycling: Newspaper All plastic bottles #1-7 Steel food cans Aluminum cans Glass bottles and jars Residential mixed paper, including: envelopes with an without windows, cereal boxes, construction pa-per, school papers, office paper, brown paper grocery bags. Clean pizza boxes, free of food or grease Cardboard boxes (broken down into 3 feet by 3 feet section
Thanks this month to Rick and Becky Huff who cleaned up the area around the church and filled in many of the cracks in our blacktop. Thanks to Trinity Episcopal church who came in and fixed one of our lunches. They are coming back – maybe once a month in January. Thanks to Dee Harper for all the extra work she does around the church, in
particular for trying to get things at the cheapest price for food expenses. Thanks to the whole planning team for keeping our lunches running smoothly. Thanks to Nancy Ellington who makes sure we have breakfast every Sunday morning. Thanks to Jamie Fuhrman who makes sure we had some interesting games based on ―Minute to Win It.‖ We sure laughed a lot. Can you see the picture with Lois Tompkins and Dee Harper using a spray bot-tle to get a balloon into a trash can? I have other pictures. Thanks to all the United Methodist Women who helped, made salads, served, and cleaned up with the salad lunch. The food was scrumptious. Thanks Jennifer for your organization and time you took off work. Thanks to Joan Sebastian who keeps our flowers out front looking bright. Thanks to Stacey Morefield who keeps putting our newsletter to-gether. As I think about the people in the congregation, I can think of a contribution of time or talent that they have made over the past year. This commitment speaks highly of you. Rev. Peggy
Good Eggs
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News From The Kitchen The kitchen stewards have requested that any future donations made to the church kitchen be materials that are either ―green‖, recyclable, or non-toxic. This request is in the hopes to make First a ―greener‖, envi-ronment-friendly church.
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An Appeal from our Bishop BRUCE R. OUGH, Resident Bishop JOYCE E. FRY, Assistant to the Bishop Karen M. Corbitt, Executive Secretary Tim McCoy, Executive Secretary 32 Wesley Boulevard, Worthington, Ohio 43085-3585 (614) 844-6200 • Fax (614) 781-2625 • 1-800-437-0028 www.westohioumc.org
September 27, 2010 Dear Friends in Christ: On September 16, 2010, devastating tornados and gale-force winds ripped through Southeast Ohio along a path from Nelsonville through Athens and nearly reaching the Ohio River Valley. Many people in our communities and churches have experienced damage or destruction of private property. Many more have experienced the fear and anxiety of having their lives and livelihoods literally uprooted. I am grateful to report that the United Methodist Church is and will continue to respond to the needs of affected communities and families. One of the greatest gifts of the United Methodist Church is our con-nectional identity. We don’t have to do things on our own. While local congregations (The Plains UMC is particularly noteworthy) are providing care to those affected by the tornados, the Foothills District Super-intendent, Rev. Dennis Mohler, has formed a response team to support the work of the local communities and congregations. The response team is composed of Roger Thatcher, District Response Team Coordina-tor, Rev. Joel Harbarger, pastor of The Plains UMC, Rev. Bob Davis, Director of Jackson Area Ministries, Rev. Brent Watson, Assistant to the District Superintendent, and Rev. Dennis Mohler. This district team is working closely with the West Ohio Conference Disaster Response Team, chaired by Jim Rodgers and staffed by Rev. Dee Stickley-Miner. Together, plans are being made to guide our long term response to in-clude not only restoration of buildings, but emotional and spiritual care to the communities and congrega-tions. West Ohio has already received an emergency grant of $10,000 from UMCOR to assist in our re-sponse. UMCOR consultants are also working with us to strengthen our capacity to respond to the needs of our neighbors. Many individuals and congregations have inquired about how they can best assist in the relief and recov-ery work in the Foothills District. I invite the members and congregations of West Ohio to support the efforts already underway to be the presence of Christ’s healing love in Athens, Meigs and Perry counties. I encourage you to pray for the individuals and communities affected, those providing leadership to our re-sponse and those providing ongoing care. I also urge you to give financially. Those who are uninsured or underinsured desperately need our assistance. Athens and Megs counties are the two most impoverished counties in Ohio with nearly 30% of the families living below the poverty line. Sixty percent (60%) of the homes destroyed or damaged on September 16 were uninsured. Please send your donations to the Council on Development. 100% of the money donated for this relief will go to relief efforts. Checks may be designated as ―SE Ohio Tornado Response.‖ All checks should be mailed to: Council on Development West Ohio Conference 32 Wesley Boulevard Worthington, Ohio 43085 I continue to be grateful for the leadership provided by Rev. Dennis Mohler and the District and Confer-ence Disaster Response Teams. Thank you for your extravagant gifts of prayer, compassion and treasure. In Christ, the model of extravagant and sacrificial love, Bruce R. Ough
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Enough Stewardship Campaign Introduction Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity
Stress. Anxiety. Fear. These words capture well the state of mind of many of us in America today.
We have witnessed dramatic market losses, the collapse of the world’s largest insurance company, and many bankruptcies and mergers. Every day seems to bring another piece of economic uncertainty. Even though they tell us the recession is over, we have yet to see the reality of the statement.
A recent survey found that over three in four Americans are stressed about the economy and their personal finances. Half were worried about providing for their family’s basic needs. Over half of respondents reported feeling angry and irritable, and reported lying awake at night worried about this. The report concludes that, ―The declining state of the nation’s economy is taking a physical and emo-tional toll on people nationwide.‖1
Join us in worship staring October 10, for a four week sermon series entitled Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity. Our nation is experiencing what many have described as the ―American Nightmare.‖ Increasing consumer debt, declines in savings, lower income growth, and a vola-tile stock market are all a part of our economic insecurity. We have lived in a society that tells us ―you deserve it now,‖ whether or not we can afford it or really even need it.
All of us have struggled with these issues at one time or another. They are important issues that we cannot ignore. This is why, starting October 10, we will be having a church-wide study and worship emphasis called Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity. During this time we will explore what the Bible teaches us about financial management through corporate worship and Sunday group study. We’ll hear expert advice and stories about what others have learned by working through financial challenges. Each week we will provide you with some practical tools you can use to assess your financial situation and develop a financial plan with a biblical foundation.
At the conclusion of the emphasis, we will have the opportunity to make personal commitments of our offerings to God through our church in the coming year. We will consecrate these commitments in the worship service on Sunday, November 21 when we share in a church-wide potluck and Thanksgiv-ing Celebration. I hope you will join us in the coming weeks as we look at how we can manage our fi-nancial resources and truly experience simplicity, generosity, and joy.
Schedule of Events: October 10 When Dreams Become Nightmares Small-Group Study Begins October 17 Wisdom and Finance October 24 Cultivating Contentment By Teri Trent, Lay Leader on Laity Sunday. October 31 Defined by Generosity Small-Group Study Ends November 7 Consecration Sunday November 21 Celebration Sunday – Giving Thanks to God for the Harvest, Financial and other. 1 ―Eight Out of Ten Americans Stressed Because of Economy,‖ by Madison Park, from
CNN.com, October 7, 2008; http://www.cnn.com/2008/HEALTH/conditions/10/07/economic.stress/index.html
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Game Night Friday, October 22, 2010
Harper’s Home
4141 Millikin Rd. Hamilton, 45014
7:00 PM
The fun and fellowship continues for any and all fun-loving adults. Join this merry group for lots of laughter, pizza, games and loving fellowship. Just bring $5 for dinner, your own beverage and a favorite board game.
Pocket Change Sunday
October 19, 2010
During worship services a special collection of pocket change (dollars, too) will be taken as an offering for Mending Hearts to help with the purchase of pizza.
UMW Circle Meetings
Naomi Circle — Meeting October 14 @ 6:30 p.m., Puckett
House, 24 Annie Lou Dr., Hamilton
Wesleyan Circle — October 20 @ 10 a.m., Minerva Abbot’s Home,
2962 Baffin Dr., Hamilton
What’s Happening in October at First Church
Focus on ―First‖ - ISSN383367-148 Published Monthly, Issue No. 10 Issue Date: October 2010 First United Methodist Church, 225 Ludlow St. Hamilton, OH 45011 NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER DEADLINE: October 15
Every time we say we are going to the Schoolhouse Restaurant, something happens. We are determined if not daffy. On October 21, the 4Fs will again try to go to the Schoolhouse Restaurant. We
had a nice lunch at the Houston Inn in Mason this past month. Do not worry, we have back-up plans if we cannot make the Schoolhouse. The address for the Schoolhouse is 8031 Glendale Milford Road, Camp Dennison, OH 45111, with a phone number of 513-831-5753. Those wanting to go together will leave the church following our study on Matthew at 11:30 am.
Our next lunch, due to Thanksgiving will be one in early December for both November and January.
The 4 F’s (We love Faith, Fun, Fellowship & Food)
For newsletter submissions, contact Stacey Morefield, newsletter edi-tor, at [email protected]
Young Adult Group! Check out our Facebook page at fumcyoungadults for updates.
The TNT Group will be meeting Sunday, October 3 to bake cookies for the Community Lunch.
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Books First, A Great Time! This interesting group of readers had a lively discussion about circus life and loss as we talked about Water for Elephants. In the coming month, while we will be in the land of elephants, Botswana, we will be reading and discussing The No 1 La-dies’ Detective Agency. This short book, full of memorable characters, will show the reader a different side of African life. Men are welcome. One joined us last month. We have a good time sharing and sharing about the novel. Our schedule is: Oct. 27* No 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith Nov. 17 The Yada Yada Prayer Group Gets Down by Neta Jackson Dec. 15 Christmas Jars - by Jason F. Wright Jan. Wrestling With Our Inner Angels - by Nancy Kehoe REMEMBER WE HAVE CHANGED LOCATION. We are now meeting at the Book Keeper at 516 Main St. Kerry Bossert has graciously let us meet at her new, used-book store. Join us for a good discus-sion and time together. * Books First will be meeting on the 4th Wednesday in October.
Food, Fellowship, Fun, Facts Night Our next potluck supper in addition to being a time of good food, fellowship and reporting out, will be a time to celebrate Halloween. We will have some craft items to share. If you want to come in cos-tume, it is invited. Join us at 5:30 for the supper and 6:30 for the discussion and fun. See you on the 26th!
New Men’s Bible Study
―The Man I Want to Be‖, a powerful six-week session on finding your way to a life that counts (by former NFL quarterback, Neal Jeffrey) will be offered here at First on Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. (coffee & donuts at 8:15) starting October 2-November 6 in the west kitchen alcove. The schedule of discussions is as follows: 1 – A Man Who Believes – Making every day count in God’s ultimate plan 2 – A Man Who Builds – Leaving a legacy of Faith for those who follow after 3 -- A Man Who is Brave – Turning the disappointments of defeat into the joy of triumph 4 – A Man Who is Blessed – Reaching your potential when God is in control 5 – A Man Who Behaves – Overcoming the fatal flaws that can take you down 6 – A Man Who is Beloved – Staying plugged in to the power of love Dave Stephenson will be leading these discussions. If you have any questions, please contact him.
October Birthdays
10/1 Ella Scherzinger 10/2 Doris Anderson 10/4 Rose Mary King 10/6 Mary Ann Willis Sanders 10/7 Eric Morefield 10/9 Tim Hall 10/11 Steve Hyatt 10/14 James Huff 10/15 Peggy Garrison 10/16 Jon Flint 10/17 Nell Bassitt Joy Sharp 10/19 Mary Lou Scott 10/20 Nancy Puckett 10/21 Carol Brandenburg 10/25 Minerva Abbott Linda DiBenedetto David Puckett 10/27 Kylee Blundell Will McAdams 10/29 Hannah Kinch
October Anniversaries
10/4 Bill & Donna Coombe 10/11 Donald & Betty Shiflet 10/23 Mark & Kathleen Downs 10/27 Jeremy & Jamie McGrath 10/28 Steve & Mary Alice Hensley
October Worship Leaders
9 a.m. - Praise Service 10/3 - Leslie Jewett 10/10 - Teri Trent
10/17 - Jim Sebastian 10/24 - Alice Stephenson
10/31 - Kerry Bossert
October Worship Leaders 10:45 - Adoration Service
10/3 - Lynn Kinkaid 10/10 - Jennifer Pflanzer 10/17 - Marjorie Quick
10/24 - Mary Alice Hensley 10/31 - Jamie Fuhrman
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