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Newsletter ofFirst United Methodist
ChurchIsle of Palms,
South CarolinaSeptember 2015
Our mission is to discover, celebrate and share God’s love!
First United Methodist Church P.O. Box 807 21st Avenue & Palm Boulevard Isle of Palms, SC 29451 (843) 886-6610 [email protected] Hours: Monday – Thursday9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Friday 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Thomas Smith, Pastor,[email protected] Lesesne, Director of Spiritual Deveopment,[email protected] Sewell, Worship Leader, Director of Youth,[email protected] King, Director of Outreach, M, T, [email protected] Waldon, Director of Traditional [email protected] Herlihy, Administration, W, Th, [email protected] Janis J. Crosby, Finance, M, [email protected] Lites, Contemporary Worship,[email protected]
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PAIDISLE OF PALMS, SC
PERMIT No. 1
SUNDAY WORSHIP SCHEDULE
8:30 - 9:30 First Service (traditional)
9:00 - 10:00 First Friends (fellowship time)
9:15 - 10:00 Island Praise (contemporary)
10:00 - 10:45 Sunday School
11:00 - 12:00 Third Service (traditional)
Though the thermometer tells me different, the calendar tells me it’s autumn. Fall has fallen and for many people life is taking on a new rhythm. People with kids in school are getting into the rhythm of homework and afternoon activities. Hopefully all of us will soon fall into the rhythm of less beach traffic. At church, fall means a new rhythm as well. In the fall we begin our church’s program year, which means Bible studies, small groups, Sunday school classes, mission groups (the list could go on and on) are picking back up. Some groups take a break during the summer. For the groups that meet through the summer, fall is often a time of welcoming new faces and pursuing new directions in ministry. Fall is an exciting time in the life of First Church, and that is especially so this year.
On September 13, we will be having our annual Ministry Fair. The Ministry Fair will give you an opportunity to learn about small groups and other ministries and, most important of all, give you the opportunity to become a part of these ministries. So, whatever else you do on Sunday, September 13th, plan on spending sometime time between services and Sunday School at the Ministry Fair.
Yours in Christ,
Greetings from Carol
School has begun, and the very long hot summer of 2015 will be a memory. As we look to the Fall, hopefully you will consider visiting our Ministry Fair on Sunday, September 13, this will give you a snapshot of all the opportunities for you to get involved and grow here at First Church. Participating in a Bible Study, serving as a Shepherd or assisting with First Friends, singing in one of our choirs, helping out with the Children/Youth programs, just to mention a few. Additionally being a Greeter or Usher on Sunday mornings is also a way for you to share with folks who are visiting here on vacation or looking for a new Church home. Meeting visitors, as well as members, as they enter the Church is more than a handshake and a smile. It is an expression of God’s love and helps set the tone for the upcoming worship service. We look forward to seeing you on the 13th.
Grace & Peace Carol
August Meeting: If you were present at our last meeting, you were treated to an informative and inspirational message from the Reverend Diane Moseley, Chaplain of the Killingsworth Home in Columbia. Killingsworth is a Christian Home for women of any age who need a place to live while working, going to school or getting their life together. One of our own members lived there while attending school! Our women donated critical-needs items that include garbage bags, copy paper and Swiffer refills.You are invited to attend the 23rd Killingsworth “Ring the Bells” Gala on Thursday, November 12, 2015. For more information, please see the flyer on the bulletin board in the Information Center near the elevator.
Calling all Desserts: The Men’s Club will host their semi-annual barbeque on September 19th. If you can bake a dessert for them to sell, please contact Nancy Wood, Elaine Misskelley, or Carol King.
Operation Christmas Child: We are continuing to collect items to be included in the shoeboxes for children around the world. Each month we have designated items. For September we are collecting socks, t-shirts, gloves, scarves, hats, toothbrushes and toothpaste. Each box will require $7 shipping fees. Therefore, in November we will accept monetary donations, hard candy and sandwich-sized zip-lock bags. Thank you for all your donations! Look for a packing date to be announced soon!
Soup to Go: On October 4, we will have pints and quarts of a variety of soups to be purchased. We are asking for donations of a crockpot of soup. If you are willing to cook some, please contact Wessie Mitchell. Thank you!Tea Room: Mark your calendar! The tentative dates are April 6, 7 and 8, 2016.
Leadership Meeting: We will meet September 15, 2015 at 10 AM in the Parlor.
UMW Meeting: October 6, 2015 at 12 PM in the Lupo Fellowship Hall.
FUMC IOP MEN
The next meeting will be Thursday September 3,
at 6 p.m.in Lupo Fellowship Hall.
Please attend, we will be finalizing assignments for our upcoming BBQ.
JAM & JAM-On Kick Off Event @ SKYZONEWednesday, Sept. 23rd (check-in between 3:30 - 4)Jump from 4-5 / Pick up from the party room by 5:30
RSVP to Ms. Kristen by Wednesday, Sept. 16th ([email protected])& then be sure to sign the on-line waiver: https://charlestonstore.skyzone.com/waiver/
4th & 5th grade RIPTIDESUNDAY, Sept. 13th ~ noon - 2:00
SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, October 18thJESUS CARNIVAL & TRUNK or TREAT!!! 3:00 - 5:00
CHILDREN’SMINISTRYSEPTEMBER NEWS 2015
Main Church Building:Preschool - Kindergarten:across the hall from the nursery1st grade - 3rd grade:Wee Worship room (kitchen hallway)
resumes @ 10AMSunday, Sept. 20th
Administration Building:4th & 5th grade: upstairs, last room on rightMiddle School: upstairs, last room on leftHigh School: upstairs, first room on right
Fall STudENT
CEB Bibles will be presented to 2nd grade students during Worship on Sunday, September 13th.
LOAVES AND FISHES
The 2015 Loaves and Fishes program has ended and we collected almost 1,000 pounds of food so that ECCO could help our local families in need. Our volunteers are listed below and deserve our sincere appreciation for making this program possible. A special thank-you to Inge Baechler for her loyal support, organization and volunteer assistance each Saturday morning. Drucella and Ed Smith Lee Holman Faris Harper Tiffany Hindman Lindajean Robinson Christine Lites Connie Lyda Carol Buchannan Bernice and David Wolfensberger and family Karen McCoy Alma Kiser Charlotte Clark Cynthia Carpenter Ann Emery Laura Whitley ?
Alpha
What is Alpha?Alpha is a chance to explore and question the meaning of life. Over a series of 10 sessions, you’ll find out about the basics of the Christian faith. Each session involves a main talk and some time to say what you think. It’s fun, relaxed and free, and you can ask anything you like (that’s why over 24 million people worldwide have already tried Alpha.)
Join us Monday EveningsDinner will be served at 6:15
Open to ALLIntroductory Session Sept. 14th1st Session, Sept. 21st & continue weekly
#TryAlpha alphausa.org
MINISTRY FAIR September 13th In the Prayer Garden During First Friends until 11:00 Worship
Discover additional information about the programs & events at First Church IOP, including ways you can nourish your soul
and serve as Jesus intended.
Group Leaders - Be sure to forward your groups current information to Kristen Lesesne ([email protected]) by Sept. 7th. Please include meeting date/time/location, leader contact information, as well as Ministry objective and materials.
In Memoriam
Andrew J. “Sarge” Parrish
June 9, 1922 - August 12, 2015
Please update COLLEGE ADDRESSES with the church office.
Youth Group will resume Sunday, September 13, from 5:00-7:00.
High School Crosscheck will meet on Tuesdays at 7:00 am at Chick-Fil-A starting September 15.
Friday, September 18, the youth will meet for Wando Game Fellowship
MEN’S CLUB BBQSaturday, September 19, from 4:00-7:00.Menu includes: BBQ, slaw, and baked beans. Desserts will be available for purchase.Tickets are $8.00 in advance, or $10.00 at the door. Only 500 meals will be available.Purchase your tickets at the church office or through a men’s club member.All proceeds will be given to local charities.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
A new bible study for women will be offered the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 beginning September 3 and going through December. We will be studying Esther and using the book Esther: A Woman of Strength and Dignity by Charles Swindoll. To sign up please contact Laurie Pounds at 704-650-1953 or [email protected].
The Mom’s Weekday Bible Study has resumed Thursdays, at 9:00. Please join us at 9:00 on Thursdays in the parlor of the Administration Building. Any questions, please contact Kristen Lesesne at 886-6610.
Thank you all, again, for your generosity to the children served by HALOS. We sent two school uniforms, book bags, and supplies to more than 55 students. They will start off their school year with a positive frame of mind because of your efforts. HALOS was able to fill all requests from caseworkers.
The mission of HALOS is to provide support and advocacy to abused and neglected children and their kinship caregivers. At any given time there are around 1200 such children in Charleston County.
Our church has been a partner since the organization began, in 1997. We help each year with the back to school drive, the Christmas project, and the summer camp drive. Our sleep tight project has made beds available when families of children need help to be able to take in these children. HALOS has regular meetings for these families and provides help and guidance.
David Phillips 2Sherri Jones 2Keelie Lesesne 2Hannah Jones 3Ed Smith 4Leslie Causey 4Maelin Neipp 4Lee Fox 5Jerry Duke 5Gene Harris 6Elise Powers 6Bonnie Holden 7Pamela Van Scoy 7Lisa Rogers 7Emily Duke 7Carter Nelson 9Steve Shellnutt 10Nancy Wood 11Dax Bowden 11Tracy Holden 13
Susan McKay 14 Susan Page 15Carol Deaton 16 Martha Kammer 17Bunny Johnson 17Wyatt Cothran 17Harold L. Timmerman 20Denise Runza 21Lee Covington 22Hannah Briggs 22Martha Covington 23Zachary Causey 23Kirk Graham 24John Jones 26Bernice Wolfensberger 27Jakey Sewell 27Aaron Causey 28Jean Cobb 29Jack Adams 29Kim Shellnutt 30
Suzanne and Mark Glore 9Mary and Gary Webb 9Melinda and Rick Powers 23Carolyn and Harvey Walters 25Linda and Allen Tucker 28Lisa and Dale Wright 29
PRAYER LISTIf you are interested in receiving our
weekly e-mail prayer list, please contact Carol King:
Dear Congregation, thank you so much for all of your precious cards, gifts, and notes on the occasion of my retirement. Thank you also for the lovely farewell reception following the 11 o’clock service on June 28th, and to the many of you who attended. Thank you most of all for your encouragement, support, and love throughout my nine and a half years with you. You kept all of us who make music moving forward and nearer to heaven. I am so blessed to have spent that time among and with you. Many blessings on each of you always, Jan Pickens
I BEAM BE A MENTOR
Join us for an informational luncheon Sunday, September 13, at 12:15 in the Christian Life and Learning Center at Hibben UMC. Come see how you can change the life of a child. Everyone interested in mentoring a child once a week for an hour is welcome. There is always a need for new mentors. Talk to Laura Barnes, Cynthia Carpenter, Liz Crocker, or Elaine Miskelley who have been mentors, if you would like to know what it is like.
Help Meals on Wheels Stock Their Pantry
We are going to have a food drive on Saturday afternoon, October 3, at the Seaside Farms Harris Teeter. We would love members of all ages come out to participate. We have done this in the past, and it is fun and allows many people to show their support for this organization.
Ladies, Please consider joining the MLBSG for their Wednesday morning Bible Study. Their fall session will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 9th and be held from 9:30 - 11:30. They meet weekly in the All Comer’s classroom. They will be using Steve Harper’s, Five Marks of a Methodist. This concise and compelling summary helps every United Methodist learn and remember the five identifiers that John Wesley set forth in The Characterof a Methodist.
A gem of a book, it answers in plain language, "How should United Methodistslive?" and provides the people called Methodists with a clear and memorableunifying focus.
As followers of Jesus who reach out to serve their neighbors, United Methodists:
• Love God• Rejoice in God• Give thanks• Pray always• Love others
This wonderful little book is perfect for explaining what it means to live in the United Methodist way. Each chapter ends with questions for reflection or discussion.
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Sunday Worship
8:30 Traditional 9:00 First Friends 9:15 Praise 10:00 Sunday School 11:00 Traditional
1 BSA
Troop 502 7:00 2 M
en’s Breakfast 6:30
Crafty Ladies 10:00 Evensong 5:30 Praise Practice 6:00
3 Mom
’s Group 9:00
Men’s C
lub 6:00 W
omen’s B
ible Study 7:00
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6 7 Line D
ancing 9:30
8 Coastal Belles 1:00 BSA
Troop 502 7:00
9 Men’s Breakfast 6:30
MLBSG
9:30 Crafty Ladies 10:00 Staff M
eeting 10:30 Evensong 5:30 Praise Practice 6:00 H
andbells 6:00 Chancel C
hoir 7:00
10 M
om’s G
roup 9:00
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12
13 M
inistry Fair Riptide noon Y
outh 5:00
14 Line D
ancing 9:30 A
lpha 6:15
15 H
S Crosscheck 7:00 Coastal Belles 1:00 BSA
Troop 502 7:00
16 M
en’s Breakfast 6:30 M
LBSG 9:30
Crafty Ladies 10:00 Evensong 5:30 Praise Practice 6:00 H
andbells 6:00 Chancel C
hoir 7:00
17 M
om’s G
roup 9:00 W
omen’s B
ible Study 7:00
18 Y
outh Wando G
ame
19 M
en’s Club B
BQ
20 Y
outh 5:00
21 Line D
ancing 9:30 A
lpha 6:15
22 H
S Crosscheck 7:00 Coastal Belles 1:00 BSA
Troop 502 7:00
23 M
en’s Breakfast 6:30 M
LBSG 9:30
Crafty Ladies 10:00 Children’s Event 4:00 Evensong 5:30 Praise Practice 6:00 H
andbells 6:00 Chancel C
hoir 7:00 Charge Conference 7:00
24 M
om’s G
roup 9:00 25
26 Choir Retreat
27 Y
outh Beach Sweep
5:00
28 Line D
ancing 9:30 A
lpha 6:15
29 H
S Crosscheck 7:00 Coastal Belles 1:00 BSA
Troop 502 7:00
30 M
en’s Breakfast 6:30 M
LBSG 9:30
Crafty Ladies 10:00 Evensong 5:30 Praise Practice 6:00 H
andbells 6:00 Chancel C
hoir 7:00
Katie, Parsons, and Lyda* Kegel
*not pictured
Ginny Rutledge
Travis, Meredith, and Tyson Deckert
NEW MEMBERS Are you interested in joining the First Church family?
There are several ways you can join the Church.Transfer Letter of Membership,Profession of Faith & Baptism,
Affiliate (United Methodists) or Associate (Other Denominations) Membership
is available for those persons who desire to keep their main church affiliation in another community.
Please speak to Pastor Thomas or Carol King for additional information about membership.
