MEDICAL COLLEGE OF GA, Augusta: Mary Ann Peacock

HOME: Eunice & Robert “Shep” Shepard, Carl Waters, Johnny Johnson, Helen Grant, Ed Cranford, Tony Boone, Joan Helton

OTHERS: Sarah Kinsaul-cousin of Julie Ballard, Leah Brinson, Beau Slocum

VAMC, REHAB, NURSING HOMES OR ASSISTED CARE FACILITIES: Patty Taylor, Virginia Duncan, Gene Goode, Virginia Ware, Mary Crombie, Doris Miller, Ruby Perkins, Chandler Beasley, J. C. Pitts, Evelyn Lightsey-mother of Debbie Newman, Gwen & Julius Lynn, Francis Cook-mother of Rob Cook, Christine Avery, Vi Simmons, Melissa Rice, Joey Williams-father of Jake & Josh Williams, Mary Screws-mother of Karen Carter, Rod Peacock

IN THE MILITARY: Drew Brack & Duke Brack-grandsons of Fonnie Hall, Kyle Plowden-son of Art & Linda Plowden, Rick Caton & Paul Blumenhagen-grandsons of Sue Hall, Fred Curcio-son-in-law of Bill & Jane Agee, Michael Shores-son of David & Tanya Shores

OUR MISSIONARIES: Jason & Kristen Bowden, Peter & Jana Jurco and Steve & SueAnne Lloyd (Learn more about these missionaries at www.pfumc.com/missions)

Our September Sunday School Offering will go to HURRICANE KATRINA RELIEF.

 

Dr. Mack Bird & Geordy, Rev. John Powell, Amanda Cornelius, Daisy Cone, Bill & Sheilah Bryan, Charles & Maurice McGregor, Allen, Lisa & Blair McMichael

 

We welcome Josh Powell by transfer from another United Methodist Church. He and his wife Lisa reside at 1618 Highland Avenue, Dublin GA.

 

To Bishop & Mrs. James R. King Jr., on the death of Bishop King’s mother, Ruby G. King of Ashland, Alabama.

To Bonnie Jeskey on the death of her mother, Dorothea Strauss of Cleveland, Ohio.

 

Weekday Bible studies for men have started back on Tuesday mornings. The Early Risers group meets on Tuesdays at 6:00 a.m. at the Burger King on Bellevue. The Eight O’clock group meets every Tuesday at (you guessed it) 8:00 a.m. at the Golden Corral beginning September 7th. The book of Acts will be the focus and both will be led by Steve Patton.

 

 

 

To Jason and Mandy Smith on the birth of their daughter, Adley Amanda Smith, born September 1, 2010. Maternal grandparents are N. L. and Gail Yates.

 

 

 

I would like to thank everyone who was there physically or in spirit on Saturday evening, August 28 to celebrate my 60th birthday. It was a great party. And it was truly an honor and a blessing for me to have such an outpouring of support. Thank you for all the cards and kind words. It humbles me to have all of you as friends and as family. 

God bless, Ray Jones

 

The Morning Circle will meet on Tuesday, September 7 at 10 a.m. in the Ben F. Williams Classroom.

The Susanna Wesley Circle will meet on Wednesday, September 8 at 3 p.m. in the Fellowship Classroom.

The Marilyn G. Williams Circle will meet on Monday, September 13 at 7 p.m. in the Daily Living classroom.

 

Pine Forest needs YOU!!!  Sign up to help out at Block Party on October 23rd.  Sign up sheets are on the bulletin board outside the preschool office.  If you have any questions, please contact Catherine Wrighter 676-3113.

 

 

Featuring Chip Ingram, Pastor, Author and Syndicated Radio Host of Living on the Edge. This six-week study, led by Steve Patton, begins Sunday, September 19^th at 5:30 p.m. Featured interviews include Kurt and Brenda Warner and financial expert, Dave Ramsey. The cost is $20 per couple. For more information or to sign up, stop by the bulletin board outside the church office.

 

 

6          Labor Day, office closed

7          Lay Leadership, 7 p.m.

10        Preschool Grandparents Day

12        Bishop’s Hour, 4 p.m.

14        Sr. Forester’s fellowship, 12:30 p.m.

19        Chancel Choir lunch

            Marriage Enrichment Class, 5:30 p.m.

20        Leadership Forum. 6:30 p.m.

                               

In the last 11 years, Promise of Hope has made great strides to increase awareness of chemical dependency and its effects of family and community. With the support of individuals, churches, business groups, and others, Promise of Hope is able to present to women an understanding of Christ’s forgiveness and acceptance through the study of God’s word and 12-step recover programs.

The 5th Annual Walk for Hope will be Saturday, September 11 at the Southern Pines Recreation facility. There will be a 5K and 1 mile walk/run and a family fun day. Pick up a registration form from the bulletin board or contact Promise of Hope at 676-4673 for more information.

CHILDREN’S NEWS ...from Kim & Susan

9:00 Parent Volunteer: Cecilia Schenck

September 5 – No evening activities due to the Labor Day holiday.

Do you love children’s laughter? Do you enjoy the look on their face when something clicks and they have a new understanding of the lesson you are teaching? What about the excitement that all kids have just in being kids? These things and so much more are waiting for the volunteers for the kids program. If you can give an hour a week for one month a year and a few minutes each week preparing for the lesson please give Kim Dixon or Susan Wilson a call. The lessons are scripted and the materials are provided for you. All we ask is that you pray for the kids and come prepared for your hour of service. Thanks for taking time to prayerfully consider this.

 

Music Notes…from Mary

Children’s Handbells and Golden Notes are off to a great start! There are still a few select openings for both choirs so if you are interested, please don’t hesitate to let me know. Children’s Handbells are Wednesdays 5-5:45 for students in grades 2-5 and no prior experience is necessary.   Golden Notes is limited to those age 50 and better (unless you’re Jean Murphy who is perpetually 35!) and they meet Wednesday afternoons at 2:00 in the Fellowship Hall. Each month Golden Notes also sings at a local assisted living or nursing facility and then enjoys lunch together. 

Adult Handbells starts on Tuesday, September 7 at 7:15---I can’t wait to see you and wasn’t that terrific to see our own Debbie Newman ring that amazing handbell solo on Sunday? We have several beginners this year as well as seasoned ringers like Debbie! If you’ve been thinking about ringing bells, why not try it as we start out our new year?

Children, you did terrific on Sunday morning singing at our combined worship service! THANK YOU for singing so well and taking on that leadership role. Way to go!

 

 

YOUTH News…from Jared

I want to especially congratulate Joseph Payne and Jake Williams. At the beginning of the summer several of our youth accepted the challenge of reading their Bibles through in 90 days. Many of our youth participated in this difficult challenge and these two made it to the end! May we as a church family see this accomplishment and be challenged to read our Bibles.

There will be no youth activities this Sunday due to the Rafting Trip. We have 43 people heading to Tennessee for our fall retreat. Keep us in your prayers this weekend.

Over the past few weeks we have been experiencing record numbers in most of our youth programs. Thank you parents for committing to bring your youth each week to all that we have going on. And, thanks to all of our volunteers who make our youth ministry a success. I am convinced that one of the catalysts for our growth is our Life Groups. These groups meet throughout the week and introduce our youth to biblical accountability. If you would like more information about how your youth can be a part of these groups contact Jared at the church office.