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M E T H O D I S T

C H U R C H O F

C O M M E R C E

May 5th@ Worship- Youth Bake Sale

May 7th@ 6:00p– Finance Team Meeting

7:00p-- Church Council Meeting

May 8th @ 6:00p– Family Night Supper & UMW

Cake Auction

May 14th @ 7:00p– Preschool Graduation

May 15th @ 5:00p– Last Wonderful Wednesday

May 18th @ 10:00a– Ladies Fellowship Event

May 19th @ 11:00a– Graduate Recognition

Sunday 9:30a - 10:30a -Reception for

Lynn Gibson

May 20th@ 7:00p- Circle 3 meeting

May 21st@ 2:00p- Hannah Circle meeting 7:00p– Circle 5 Meeting

May 26th@ 8:00a-Men’s Fellowship Breakfast @FBC

9:30a– Honduras Meeting

May 27th- Church Office Closed

ONE DOOR CLOSES…TWO OTHER DOORS

OPEN

As many of you already know our Children and Youth

Minister, Lynn Gibson, will be leaving us in June of this

year to join her husband Carey in retirement.

Sadly these next two months will find us saying

“goodbye” to Lynn and all her gifts and graces. We

will especially miss her compassionate heart for our

children and youth and their families.

Yet…however…moreover…God continues to send us

young families, young children, growing youth, and

new babies. The future of this congregation is excit-

ing as we consider all the opportunities for ministry

that are ours.

The Staff-Parish Relations Committee of our congrega-

tion is already advertising two positions: one for Chil-

dren’s Minister and one for Youth Minister through lo-

cal papers, college and university Campus Ministries,

and word of mouth.

Will you help us find the people God wants to lead

our Children and Youth?

Continue to pray!

Speak to those you believe would be good leaders!

Pray!

Talk to SPR Chair Susan Gieler or to me!

Pray!

Peace and grace to you as we celebrate our

future!

~David

Homecoming Luncheon Potluck

How many Methodists does it take to provide food and help for homecoming? A “ Holy Lot!!”

Will you be apart of the Holy Lot by providing a casserole, salad, vegetable, and /or kitchen

help? We will be having a covered dish meal on June 23rd after the 11:00 service. The church

will provide chicken, ham and cake. Please call Sheila Sales (706– 335-6693) to sign up!

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If you have loved ones who are deceased veterans and would like to have them honored during our Memorial Day Sunday service, please provide their name and branch of service to Kim Savage or the church office. There will also be a form to fill out in your May Sunday bulletins. Please remember that we will be honoring deceased service members on that day.

UMW will recognize graduates on Sunday, May 19th during the 11:00a service. If you have a son or a daughter graduating, please contact Rita Farris at 706-335-6467.

Circle 3 will meet on May 20that 7:00p

Hannah Circle will meet on May 21st at 2:00p

Circle 5 will meet on May 21st at 7:00p

Calling all ladies!! We are having a Christian Connection on Sat. May 18 from 10:00-12:00 in our Family Life Building. Our theme for the day is "Laughter is a great way to start the day!" Dannette Flint will be our speaker. It will be a catered brunch free of charge. You are asked to bring personal hy-giene items for Peace Place. You may call or email the church office to make a reservation. Deadline for reservations is May 5th. Please indicate if you need child care.

Cake Auction

The UMW will have a cake auction on Wednesday, May 8th . The auction will

begin at 6pm and led by or auctioneer, Tom Murphy. Please join us for this fun

time!

FAMILY NIGHT SUPPER! Join us on Wednesday, May 8th at 6:00p

Name:_________________________________________________________________________________________

*Please indicate the quantity desired of each main entree so we can have an accurate count.

Adults: $6.00 _____# Salisbury Steak _____# Chicken

Juniors: $4.00 _____# Salisbury Steak _____# Chicken

Kids: $3.00 _____ (includes Chicken Strips, Fries, & Dessert)

Please sign up by NOON on 5/6/13 Maximum Cost per Family will be $15.00.

Charles Matthews, brother of Carolyn Stephenson, prayers for healing

Ray Wright, friend of Art & Rose Richard, prayers for healing, cancer diagnosis

Kay Franklin, sister of Art Stephenson, prayers for healing

Joel Benton, son of Lucy Benton, prayers for healing, undergo-ing radiation

Joy Hodges, friend of Gina Hagan, prayers for healing

George Rodrigue, request of Rose Richard, prayers for healing

Judy Buffington, prayers for healing

Constance, daughter of Linda & Ches Howard, prayers for healing

JP Stanley, request of Peggy Purcell, 5 yr old, prayers for heal-ing, undergoing chemo

Ian Warshack, request of Sara McClure, prayers for healing after amputations

Peyton Minish, friend of Billie Bowen, prayers for healing

Charles Hutchins, request of Judy Paugh, prayers for comfort and peace

Bobby Hooper, brother of Jimmy Hooper, prayers for healing

Kent Studdard, request of Michele Gaissert, prayers for heal-ing, undergoing chemo

Jessica Rice, request of Anna Diemond, prayers for healing

Ernestine Dickerson, mother of Mackie Nix, prayers for healing

Emily Booth, request of Kathleen Hooper, prayers for healing

Sandra Sheffield, sister of Jeff Sheffield, prayers for healing

Ed Sweeney, request of Mike Sales, prayers for healing, under-going radiation

Marie Sweeney, request of Mike Sales, prayers for healing

Hawk Harrison, infant son of Katie and John Harrison, prayers for healing

Lynn Simonton, mother of Michelle Karles, prayers for contin-ued healing at home

Mandy Prescott, niece of Chris Harmon, prayers for continued healing

Roger Jenkins, request of Disciple 3, prayers for healing

Greg Hodges, request of Gina Hagan, prayers for healing

Nelson & Dale Grams, request of Jeff Sheffield, prayers for healing

Sissy Landross, request of Jeff Sheffield, prayers for healing

Swayne Anderson, father of Maxine Seagraves, prayers for healing

Charles Jones, request of Trish Edwards, prayers for healing

Aranda Nunn, request of Trish Edwards, prayers for healing

Sewell family, request of Disciple 1, prayers for healing for unborn infant

Colleen Florence, sister of Chris Harmon, prayers for healing, upcoming surgery

George Blake, brother of Annabel Seltzer, prayers for healing

Bill Lehman, request of knitting group, prayers for healing

Madison Hoxit, request of Michelle Karles, prayers for healing

Owen Newman, request of Stephanie Barnett, prayers for heal-ing

Alberta McMurray, mother of Lance McMurray, prayers for healing

Prayers for Brandy Steele, family member of Judy Paugh, pray-ers for healing

Prayers for healing for Nancy Dolph, request of Janet Hobson

Zedta, 3 month old grandson of Carol Schilling, and prayers for

Carol’s mother who fell

Molly Jewell Farmer, infant daughter of Commerce School teacher, prayers for healing

Luke Elrod, son of Maggie Elrod, prayers for diagnostic tests

Judy Beasley, Friend of Billie Bowen, prayers for healing and strength after surgery

Debra Moore, grandmother of our Youth member Jacob Bailey, continues to struggle with illness

Billie Bowen’s brother-in-law, Reinhold Wuerzner, prayers for healing

Debbie Manus asks prayers for Anne Bumgardner , who suffers from bone cancer

Todd & Michelle Hubert, and their children Alex and Hope, prayers for healing after a serious car accident

Prayers for Stacey Beauchamp, daughter of Roger and Sadie, who is teaching in South Korea

Prayers for infant, Wesleigh, friend of Susan Gieler, who was born without brain function

Leonard Brand, the husband of former Gainesville district UMW President, Marviene, prayers for peace

We have been asked to pray for safe journey and blessings for a Medical/Dental Mission team going to serve in Bolivia. Jere-

my Stancil, son of Beverly

Jordan Paugh, grandson of Judy Paugh’s who is healing from a broken arm

Prayers for peace and healing are asked for Ronnie Bagwell, brother of Linda Lamb

Prayers for healing and peace are asked for Polly Bowman, sister of Ann Horne

We pray continued healthy pregnancies and births for yet-to-be born infants of Tabitha and David Evans and Elizabeth and

Jason Philips of Commerce

Jimmy Hooper who is having knee surgery on May 6th in Gainesville

Laura Leigh Hai, daughter of Brenda Hayes, healing after knee surgery

Carey Gibson, husband of Lynn Gibson, prayers for healing after surgery

David Huss, please pray for healing, as he injured his back

Prayers for healing for Jean Davis, who broke her arm

Danielle Fraser, in Northeast Georgia for pancreatitis and liver disease

Prayers for Beverly Nesbit who fell and broke her pelvic bone

The Bowen’s ask your prayers for Bill Stutman of New York, who suffered possible head injuries from a fall.

Prayers for Dr. Sam Vickery, who is recovering from a stroke

Please pray for Dr. McFadden who is recovering from a stroke.

Jackie Harmond, daughter in law of Chris, prayers for healing

Nelson Shumake, husband of Christa Shumake, pray for heal-ing

Idanne Buhler, friend of Donna Wilson, prayers for healing

Mike Hand, brother-in-law of Brenda Meadows, prayers for healing, undergoing chemo

Janet Rzewnicki, Joyce Phillips’ sister, prayers for healing after surgery

Nell Shedd, mother of Dale Shedd, prayers for healing

Wayne Jackson, Grandfather of Beverly and Josh Miller. Pray-ers for healing.

Prayers for Adynn McClintock who will have adenoid surgery on May 1st. Prayers for a quick recovery.

Praise and Prayer

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Acolytes:

Week 1- Logan Cassidy

Week 2- Rachel Aiken

Week 3- Emily Aiken

Week 4– Maddie Fowler

Altar Guild: Billie Bowen, Linda

Brake, Carolyn Stephenson, Jan Roe

Ushers: TBA

Greeters: Reese Morris, Beth Pierce,

Lucy Gailey

Trustee: Doris Smith

Serving this month:

Worship

Texts in May

May 5th-

John 14:23-29

May 12th-

John 17:20-26

May 19th-

John 14:8-17

May 26th-

John 16:12-15

Children's Church:

Week 1- The Suarez’

Week 2– Lynn Gibson and Youth

Week 3– The Cassidy’s

Week 4– Lynn Gibson and Youth

Counters: Week 1- David Moon & Art Richard

Week 2- Tom Murphy & Al Fleming

Week 3- Jack Legg & Marty Seltzer

Week 4– Lee Hagan & Jimmy Bolton

Hospitality Crew: Judy Paugh, Rita Farris, Dot Blanchard, Donna Martin, Beth Pierce, Stacy Oxley

Birthdays

Anniversaries

5/1 George Evans, Halona Lance

5/2 Jason Lupo

5/3 Stan Aiken, Casey Drinkard

5/5 Bobby Marshburn

5/6 Doris Smith

5/8 Sarah Nelson, Charles Exley, Rose Richard

5/10 Florence Camp

5/13 Jesse Major, Marcus Evans

5/14 Chris Tiller, Fran Whitlock

5/15 McClaine Martin

5/16 Kathleen Hooper, Tabitha Wilson

5/18 K.Ellen Hagan, Frances Parker, Neal Smith,

Jimmy Gaines

5/20 Tommy Benton, Pam Mize, Kaysi Mize

5/21 Julie Griffith, Shannon Pope

5/23 Darren Gray , Tiffany Combs

5/24 Debra Gray

5/25 Wyatt Hooper, Stan Norris, Collin Carnes

5/26 Terri Cleveland, Barry Hodges

5/27 John Hill

5/28 Andrew Ford, Meagan Marshburn, Josh Outz

5/29 Chris Lewis, Brent Nichols

5/31 Al Fleming, Runelle Fleming

5/1 Mr. & Mrs. David Kiser

5/2 Mr. & Mrs. Stan Norris

5/13 Mr. & Mrs. Richard Lewis

5/14 Mr. & Mrs. Marty Seltzer

5/24 Mr. & Mrs. Ted Evans

5/30 Mr. & Mrs. Bill Davis

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Coming in May: Low ropes course at Camp Glisson! Saturday, May 4, we will be taking our

3rd – 5th graders to Camp Glisson for some low elements fun. We will meet at the church at 8:45

– leaving at 9 for Dahlonega. Our low ropes will be led by Glisson staff from 10-noon. Cost is

$12 per child. Each child should bring a sandwich. We will provide chips, fruit, dessert and

drinks for a picnic at Glisson after our ropes course. We should be back at the church by 1:45 -2

pm. Friends are welcome. Each child will need a CFUMC waiver and permission slip (available

on our CFUMC website) as well as a Glisson waiver (available at the church)

VBS! Plans are in the works for VBS, June 2- 6 from 5:30-7:30 pm. This

year’s theme is “A Rip-roaring good time with Jesus!” as we use the

SonWest Roundup VBS materials. You are invited to grab your cowboy

hat and boots and join the fun! Look for bulletin inserts to sign up or call

Lynn (706) 248-5300.

We are excited about our end of the year party for

Wonderful Wednesday on Wednesday, May 15th!

We will have a bouncy house and a hot dog supper. Come join the fun from

5:00- 6:30 pm!

Sun. May 5th… Youth Bake Sale Benefiting Relay for Life

Youth Event: afternoon, TBA

Wed. May 8th… Youth Bible Study 5:30-6:30pm

Sun. May 12th… No Youth due to Mother's Day.

Wed. May 15th… Youth End of the school year Party! This will be our

FINAL Wednesday night Youth session before Summer break!

Sun. May 19th… Reception for Lynn Gibson from 9:30– 11:00 am

Sun. May 31st… Relay for Life Event at 7:00 pm! Details coming soon!

THANK YOU!

A big thank you to everyone who participated

in the youth pancake supper

benefiting “Relay for Life.”

The youth raised $412.00!

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We are hiring a teacher for the school 2013-2014 school year. Applications are available at the pre-

school or church office during office hours. Resumes may be emailed to

cmcpreschool@windstream.net. The deadline is May 3rd.

We currently have openings for all ages for the next school year.

Mother’s day is just around the corner! It has been our tradition for the past few

years to have a Men’s Choir to sing or the ladies of the church that day! Please

plan to be in the choir room on May 12th, and join in on the fun that day! We will

run over the songs at 10:00 am in the sanctuary and sing at 11:00 service.

SHOW GOD’S LOVE—Great Day of Service– 2013

Coming soon, our third annual Great Day of Service. During the last two do you remember the

homeless man looking for his next meal that you provided, the child experiencing Vacation

Bible School for the first time, the woman needing to feed her family that day? And just think of

the joy you gave to the service men and women who got your letters of thanks AND much

more! You have answered the prayers of so many!

This year our Great Day of Service will be held on Saturday, August 24. Details will be forth-

coming. For now, SAVE THE DATE and get ready to continue to show God’s love to His people!

The Women of Faith event this year is being held at the Gwinnett Center Arena, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30097, October 25-26th, Friday: 7pm – 10pm and Saturday: 9am – 5pm. Many of you have already signed up and given Billie a deposit. For those who are interested and have not signed up, please see Billie Bowen at Church, or call her at 706-335-4242 or 678-230-9427. There is still a place for you! For those who have already signed up, if you would like to make a payment now rather than paying in full later, please let Billie know. PAYMENT IN FULL IS DUE JULY14, 2013.

KAIROS WEEKEND AT LEE ARRENDALE STATE PRISON

FOR WOMEN IN ALTO, MAY 16 - 19

Please start praying now and continue praying through the weekend for the participants, the team, the prison staff, the wardens. Sandy Casey and Betty Hoyt will be serving in the prison. As we serve the participants directly and by supportive prayer, are we not serving Jesus Christ Himself?

Honduras Mission Trip

There will be an informational meeting May 26th in the fellowship hall during

the 9:30 Fellowship Time and again immediately after the 11am service.

If you are interested in attending next year's trip,

have questions or are wanting to know how to help

please join us as we begin planning for 2014 trip to Honduras.

You must be 18 years or older to attend.

Second Sunday Report

The Results:

April 14th-

Our Congregation brought

33 bags of macaroni &

cheese and soup and other

assorted food items!

Our Next Challenge:

May 12th–

Breakfast Food

Also, there is always a

need for Instant Potatoes.

Please remember, if for some

reason you cannot attend

church on the second

Sunday, you can always

drop items off at the church

office.

Cash contributions are also

accepted and appreciated.

“For I was hungry and you

gave me something to eat…”

Matthew 25:35

P A G E 7

Every year, UMW prints a special Father’s Day Bulletin honoring

the men who mean so much to us. If you would like to have the

name of a loved one included in this year’s bulletin, please fill out

the information below and drop it in the offering plate.

The cost for each name is$2.00 and proceeds will go to UMW.

(PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO UMW.)

SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS JUNE 9, 2013

In Memory of:

___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________

In Honor of:

___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________

___________________________________________________

Given By:

___________________________________________________

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Missing:

We are still missing 9 white 90 inch round table

cloths. If you have them, please return them to

the FLC as soon as possible!

Financial Update:

Date 8:30 am 11:00 am Giving

3/31/13 31 247 $5,560

4/7/13 25 106 $8,569

4/14/13 25 105 $6,484

4/21/13 25 109 $5,485

Weekly needed: $8,615

YTD Shortage: $6,009

Non-Profit Org.

U.S. Postage Paid

Permit No. 3

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Editor: Libby Christiansen