I want you to have your best summer yet! Have a great vacation, and especially, have a great time with

your family and friends. However, I hope one of the reasons this summer will be your best yet is be-

cause your faith is going to grow like crazy. Remember I’ve been saying in church that I haven’t seen

anywhere in the Bible that says, “thou shalt take the summers off.” As a result, we have plenty planned

for you to grow your faith, fellowship and discipleship this summer. Make sure you read this newslet-

ter to find out more about worship, service, fellowship and fun at FPC this summer! You can also

check our website and Facebook page too for more information. Let’s keep this momentum going!

Pastor Drew

Philippians 1:3-6

NEWS

June and July 2017

Pastor Drew’s Views: Summer’s Off?

Summer Sunday Schedule Sunday, June 4th - Sunday, July 30th

9 a.m. Prayer outside at the cross

9:15 a.m. Fellowship on the porch

9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages

10:30 AM Worship

Website: www.fpcgriffin.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/FPCGriffin

Mission, Outreach, & Evangelism

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Abundant Life Soup Kitchen

We will serve together again at the soup kitchen on Tuesday, June 20th,

from 10:30 a.m.. - 1:00 p.m. We will serve again on Tuesday, July 18th. If

you haven’t tried this yet, it is a great opportunity to serve in our commu-

nity with the love of Christ and also get the word out about who we are.

Look for sign ups in the Narthex or call the church office.

Rushton’s Hope is BACK!

Rushton’s Hope has moved to its new

location off of Experiment Street. We will

serve again on Saturday, June 3rd.

Please plan on joining us to serve

a meal, “man” the clothes closet

and talk to people about Jesus! Sign ups will

be available in the Narthex starting April 16th.

Mission Changers for June: Habitat for Humanity

We will have two Habitat days in June. The first is June 3rd from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Lunch is in-

cluded. Come for all or part of the day. We will be putting trusses on a roof. You don’t have to

go high though. There will be work for everyone. We are also looking at June 24th so mark

your calendar. More info on that coming soon. Sign ups in the Narthex.

Here’s a quote: “Thank you for your continuing financial support of Griffin Area

Habitat for Humanity. Your recent donation will be used to buy material for a house

we are rehabbing in East Griffin. We have also just started building a new house, if

anyone is interested in helping, let me know.” – Mark Staples (Executive Director)

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Jesus said “Go”, so let’s GO! Here are some opportunities to serve together with

unconditional “agape” love (sign ups in the Narthex or just call the church office):

Cereal Sunday

The first Sunday of each month, FPC Griffin has the honor to participate in "CEREAL SUNDAY". We ask members to bring bags or boxes of dry ce-real and place in the grocery cart located in the Narthex, near the wing of the Children's hall. This FOOD PANTRY ministry allows many poor and homeless individuals a nu-

tritious meal that can either be eaten dry or with milk. Bring cereal on June 4th and July 2nd.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOXES

1) The suggested donation for each shoebox is now $9. 2) No candy or toothpaste is to be put in the shoeboxes.

(What you save on not buying candy and toothpaste can go toward the in-creased processing donation…)

DON’T FORGET TO LOOK FOR SHOEBOX ITEMS ALL YEAR!!

Young Lives Thank You!

Thanks to those who helped with our Young Lives mission

in May. We raised over $200 on May 14th. Also, several of

us enjoyed putting on a cookout for the young moms too.

Mission Changers for July: Rushton’s Hope

We will serve a meal and in the clothes closet on Sat. June 3rd from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Also, we will have a chance to mingle with and share God’s love with the folks we meet. There will be

a Rushton’s Hope Block Party on Sat. July 22nd where we will run games and serve for the

community. Finally, we will Cook, deliver and serve the Saturday meal on Sat. July 29th. Sign ups will be in the Narthex.

Sports Camp

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Youth

The best week of the summer is fast approaching!! Sports Camp 2017!!! I can’t wait to minister

to all these amazing kids and families with all of you. Just a refresher, the date for Sports Camp

is June 12-15 from 6pm-8pm. Of course we need your help!!! There is a spot for everyone at

Sports Camp. This year is easier then ever to help out,

because it is going to be right here on our church campus.

Which makes it even more important to have a great

showing from our members during the week. It is a great

chance to show love and care for the families we are trying

to attract to our amazing church. I truly believe that when

these families meet Jesus and you here during Sports

Camp they will be back!! Let’s do this together First Pres!!!

You can call me in the office at 770.227.2055 or on my cell

at 770.500.5143 or email at seth@fpcgriffin.org.

Remember it is not about the sports, its about Jesus.

So if you know Jesus, then you are perfect for Sports Camp!!

BaseCamp- RENEWED- July 17-21

I am so excited about BaseCamp this summer!! This is year three,

but it feels like a brand new year because we had to move loca-

tions. We loved our time at Norman Park, but God had different

plans for 2017. Our new location is at Rock Eagle in Eatonton, GA,

and we could not be more excited about it. I think it is only fitting,

that our theme this year is RENEWED. The camp experience is

going to be renewed because it is a totally new place. In many

ways God is calling all of us to new places in our walk with him: A new way of looking at our

world, how we interact as disciples of Jesus with our neighbors, and how we approach our

relationship with God. It says in Mark 12: 29-31, “The Lord your God is one; so love the

Lord with all your passion and prayer and intelligence and energy. And here is the second:

Love others as well as you love yourself.” This summer, BaseCamp will challenge our stu-

dents to be RENEWED in their passion towards God, in their prayer life, in their minds, and

be strengthened to stand. Finally, there will be a challenge to be RENEWED in their mis-

sion towards the circles of influence in which God has placed them.

Please join me in prayer for all the students and leaders at BaseCamp. If you have any

questions, feel free to ask. If you would like information about helping sponsor a student or

college leader to attend camp please come by the office. I can’t wait to see how God is go-

ing to change lives and hearts this summer.

June 12 - 15 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Christian Education June Church-wide Memory Verse

My sheep listen to my voice. I know them and they follow me. John 10:27

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Remember!

This summer, beginning with the first Sunday in June and ending with the last Sunday in July, Sunday school will begin at 9:30 so church can begin at 10:30!

Some of our adult Sunday school classes will be combining, but the children's classes will remain the same.

Summer in Hope Town

Life may move at a slower pace in the balmy days of summer, but that doesn't mean we won't be digging into the treasures of God's Word. June and July will find us in the Psalms.

In June, we will dive into the cool, still waters of Psalm 23 and examine what it means to be sheep of Jesus, the Great Shepherd. Because we are His sheep, we need never want or fear. We need never be restless. He restores our souls and leads us into Light and Life.

In July, we'll spend some time under the big sky stargazing and considering the wonders of God's creation. We'll also explore how God feels about us.

What does it mean to revere God's name? What is our place in God's creation? How should we respond to our loving Creator God?

July Church-wide Memory Verse

Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth. You have set your glory in the heavens.

Psalm 8:1

Adult Sunday School Classes

Traylor Room : St udy of John

June- Andy St anley Ser ies class led by Wendy Biddle

Beginning July 9t h - “How t o Be a Church Mem ber”

led by Past or Drew & Mike Biddle

New Members Gathering

The Congregational Care Ministry hosted the New Member Gathering, May 17, at the beautiful home of

Tim and Becki Brown. Pastor Drew, Seth and Session members welcomed Frank Taylor; Doug, Rachel

and Drew Tingle; Joel and Nikki Hemphill; and Becki Brown into our church family. We all enjoyed won-

derful food and fellowship. Thank you Tim and Becki!

Congregational Care

Fun Times!

Here are some opportunities for congregational activities between now and the

end of this year. Please look at the list below, or, if you have another idea, let Debbie

Hammond know what you would like to do. If you are interested in the Shepherd’s Walks in

December at the Biblical History Center, please let Debbie know ASAP. A reservation needs to

be made early.

Suggestions for Congregational Activities:

Lane Peach Farm, Fort Valley, GA. Peaches from mid-May through August; packing line tour,

store and café. For more information, go to www.lanesouthernorchards.com.

Dickey’s Peach Orchard, Musella, GA. Oldest continuous peach packing house (120 years).

A little quainter than Lane Peaches with good peaches, peach ice cream and rocking chairs

on a nice porch! For more information, go to www.georgiapeaches.com.

Gibbs Gardens, Ball Ground, GA. Known for the millions of daffodils that can be seen in March

and April (depending on the weather!); other blooming plants throughout the year include:

dogwoods, azaleas, rhododendrons, roses, hydrangeas, daylilies, crepe myrtles. For more

information, go to www.gibbsgardens.com

Biblical History Center, LaGrange, GA. Full scale replica of a Biblical village; Israeli artifacts, special

programming, including Shepherd’s Bread Experience (looks like a great

family activity), and Follow the Shepherd’s Walks in December.

For more information, go to www.BiblicalHistoryCenter.com.

Massee Lane Gardens, Fort Valley, GA. This is home of the American Camellia Society. Best

time for the camellias is January and February. For more information, go to

www.americancamellias.org.

Gathering at Walker Hill, Milner Ave, Griffin. Home of Charles Walker and Anita Walker Hoffman.

Tour of FPC historical locations in Griffin.

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The Wednesday night suppers will start back September 13.

Needs in the FPC Family

REMINDER: If you know of someone in the church who is sick, hospitalized, has

lost a family member or has a new baby, please be sure to contact Pastor Drew or

Millie. They will then contact the Congregational Care Coordinator for the month to

see if we can help with a meal or two.

Coordinators for June through December are:

June - Debbie Hammond

July - Jane Bailey

August – Lynn Mitchell

September – “Open”

October – Evelyn Ingram

November – Pat Brown

December – Mimi Johnson

Meet our Newest Member

Bolivia High

A heartfelt thanks to the congregation for the love and

appreciation shown to us on Staff Appreciation Sunday.

Your generosity abounds, and it is a joy to serve with

you.

In Christ,

The FPC Staff

Many Thanks

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Young Adults

Thanks to a great Facilities' Team and the extras ( Karen K., Debbie H., Bill B., Drew .) who volunteered to spruce up the outside of the church. It was a cool day to work, and I think we made a small dent with our efforts! Hope to see you all in June as we prepare for our Sports' Camp.

Team: Emelie, Roger, Sharon, John, George, Lou

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Important Dates

July Anniversary

7/24/1953 - Jim & Dorothy Graham

June Birthdays

4 - Richard Gaston

12 - Joel Hemphill

13 - Margaret Wilson

15 - Emily Brown

17 - Russell Johnson

21 - Tim Brown

26 - Christine Hamby

29 - Ruth Allison

29- Beth Kirby

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Session meetings

The next regular Session meeting will be Sunday, June 25th. There is no regular meeting in July.

Communion will be served on Pentecost Sunday, which is June 4th, and also on July 2nd.

July Birthdays 1 - Evelyn Ingram

3 - Donna McGurk

3 - Wayne Boylan

Frank Hayes

4 - Nikki Hemphill

6 - Joe Bailey

9 - Emmanuel Carcamo

11- Lucy Thacker

13 - Allison Esary

13 - Sharon Day

13 - Lizanne Lawrence

14 - Bill Mixon

20 - Henry Aldridge

20 - Sara Aldridge

22 - Stewart Esary

22 - Russell Jones

23 - Joe Ingram

24 - Angela Thacker

26 - Tara Jones

31 - Lynn Spencer

June Anniversaries

6/6/2007 - Trey & Tara Jones

6/10/1972 - Art & Debbie Hammond

6/11/2011 - Tim & Becki Brown

6/13/1968 - Bill & Sharon Day

6/14/1997 - Todd & Angela Thacker

6/15/1969 - Gary & Sylvia Hollums

6/17/2016 - Joel & Nikki Hemphill

6/18/1983 - Jim & Christy Skinner

6/21/1969 - Sid & Sara Lee Esary

6/27/1965 - George & Joyce Kirby

6/27/1992 - Drew & Jennifer Elling

June & July Children’s Message

We serve in June & July

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Church Preschool Workers

(age 2 - K)

June

June 4 - Joel & Nikki Hemphill

June 11 - Wayne & Angela Griggs

June 18 - Mike & Maggie Rockholt

June 25 - TBA

July

July 2 - Jennifer Elling

July 9 - Vince & Karen Kiley

July 16 - Trey & Tara Jones

July 23 - Tim & Becki Brown

July 30 - Kyle & Johnna Johnson

Elder in Charge

June - Chip Reahard

July - Debbie Hammond

Communion Servers

June 4th (Intinction)

Chip Reahard, Captain

Andy Musser

Bonnie Pfrogner

Diane Gordon

Ralph Jones

Roger Soons

Church Hour Nursery

Age Limits

The nursery during the

church hour is for children in

Pre-K and below. No child

older than 4 should be in

there. This is for the safety of

our toddlers.

Thanks for your cooperation,

Your CE Ministry Team

Communion Servers

July 2 (Intinction)

Debbie Hammond, Captain

Art Hammond

Tim Brown

Charlotte Thacker

Bonnie Pfrogner

Sid Esary

John Craig

June 4 - No children’s message

June 11 - Pastor Drew

June 18 - Diane Gordon

June 25 - Ashley Moran

July 2 - No children’s message

July 9 - Pastor Drew

July 16 - Seth Brown

July 23 - Ina Jones

July 30 - Cindy Baynham

June

Ushers

Pat Brown, Captain

Doug Brown

Rogin Reahard

Chip Reahard

Bill Baldwin, Alternate

July

Ushers

Wayne Griggs, Captain

Becki Brown

Patty Boylan

Wayne Boylan

Chip Reahard, Alternate

1349 Macon Road

Griffin, GA 30224