“Love one another, as I have loved you”

John 13:34

September 28, 20148:30, 9:45 & 11:00 a.m.

Athens FirstUnited

MethodistChurch

WelcomeWe’re glad you’re here! Thank you for joining us today. Members of this congregation have been gathering here to worship since 1804, when our church was formed to minister to the Native American and European settlers in Athens. Over the past two centuries our congregation has changed, but our mission remains the same: to make disciples of Jesus Christ. We are inspired by the words of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, who encouraged believers to “do all the good you can, in all the ways you can.” At Athens First United Methodist, there are many ways to get involved, grow in your faith, and do good in our community.

If you are unable to attend worship in person, each Sunday our 11:00 a.m. service is broadcast on WRFC 960 AM, and our 9:45 and 11:00 a.m. services are live-streamed on our website at athensfirstumc.org/webcast.

NurseryOur nursery is available for infants through four-year-olds on Sundays from 8:15 a.m.– 12:15 p.m. The nursery area is located on the first floor of the building, off the Washington Street entrance.

ChildrenWorship activity bags (age appropriate for all preschool and elementary children) are available every Sunday in the narthex and by the south entrance of the sanctuary. Children’s Church is held for children in kindergarten through second grade and follows the Children’s Message during 11:00 a.m. worship all Sundays except for Communion Sundays.

Sunday SchoolWe offer Sunday School for all ages, kindergarten through adult, each Sunday from 9:45– 10:45 a.m. For a list of adult Sunday School classes and locations, visit athensfirstumc.org/adultsundayschool.

ConnectWe are blessed to have a large congregation and because of this we offer many programs and ministries. It can be overwhelming trying to decide where to get involved. If you would like a buddy to guide you along this process please notify a Helper. Helpers serve as part of our Welcome Ministry team. Look for them in the narthex or near the altar. You can also contact a Helper through our website athensfirstumc.org/helper.

Another great way to learn about the life of our church is through attending a Newcomer Orientation held every second Sunday of the month at 9:45 and 11 a.m. We also encourage you to visit our website, athensfirstumc.org, for information about our ministries, to register for events, and to listen to sermons from our sermon archive. Visit athensfirstumc.org/thesteeple to sign up for our weekly newsletter, the eSteeple. You can also connect with us via social media. Find us @athens_firstumc on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest.

Our church office is open Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. If you need assistance, please call 706-543-1442.

The Worship of God *Please stand as you are able. The congregation speaks or sings the text in bold type.

GatheringTHE PR ELU DE

“I Will Arise and Go To Jesus” | Hustad

W ELCOME A ND OPENING PR AY ERMartha Aenchbacher

* THE H Y M N “God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending” | HYMN TO JOYGod, whose giving knows no ending, from your rich and endless store nature’s wonder, Jesus’ wisdom, costly cross, grave’s shattered door gifted by you, we turn to you, offering up ourselves in praise; thankful song shall rise forever, gracious Donor of our days.

Skills and time are ours for pressing toward the goals of Christ, your Son: all at peace in health and freedom, races joined, the Church made one.Now direct our daily labor, lest we strive for self alone. Born with talents, make us servants fit to answer at your throne.

Treasure, too, you have entrusted, gain through powers your grace conferred,ours to use for home and kindred, and to spread the gospel word. Open wide our hands in sharing, as we heed Christ’s ageless call, healing, teaching, and reclaiming, serving you by loving all.

Praise & Thanksgiving* THE A FFIR M ATION OF FA ITH

A Statement of Faith of the United Church of CanadaWe are not alone, we live in God’s world.We believe in God:

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The flowers on the altar today

are given to the glory of

God in loving memory of

Richard H. Long by Mrs.

Richard H. Long and family.

who has created and is creating,who has come in Jesus, the Word made flesh, to reconcile and make new,who works in us and others by the Spirit.We trust in God.We are called to be the Church:to celebrate God’s presence,to love and serve others,to seek justice and resist evil,to proclaim Jesus, crucified and risen,our judge and our hope. In life, in death, in life beyond death,God is with us.We are not alone.Thanks be to God. Amen.

* THE GLOR I A PATR I

Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.

* THE PA SSING OF THE PE ACE

THE SACR A MEN T OF BA P TISM8:30 a.m.| Morgan Eva FaulkMorgan, Morgan, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. We this day do all agree a child of God you’ll always be. Morgan, Morgan, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too.

9:45 a.m.| Owen Jacoby DouceOwen, Owen, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. We this day do all agree a child of God you’ll always be. Owen, Owen, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too.

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Son of Casey and

Travis Douce

Daughter of Ashley and

Zane Faulk

THE SACR A MEN T OF BA P TISM 8:30 a.m.| Rebecca Anne ManganRebecca, Rebecca, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. We this day do all agree a child of God you’ll always be. Rebecca, Rebecca, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. 11:00 a.m. | Eleanor Ruth and James Paulk MorganChildren, children, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. We this day do all agree a child of God you’ll always be. Children, children, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too.

Son of Rebecca and

Michael Williams

11:00 a.m. | Roman Michael WilliamsRoman, Roman, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too. We this day do all agree a child of God you’ll always be. Roman, Roman, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you too.

THE PR AY ERS OF THE PEOPLE A ND THE LOR D’S PR AY ERBeth DickinsonOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day, our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen.

THE CHILDR EN’S MESSAGE | 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.At the 11:00 a.m. service, children in kindergarten through second grade will go to W.O.W. in the Caravans room on the third floor. Parents are to pick up children from the Caravans room at the end of the service.

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THE OFFERTORY A N THEM 8:30 a.m. “10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)” arr. SorensonSung by Julie Caldwell | See text below.

9:45 & 11:00 a.m. “I’ve Got the Joy!” arr. MaxwellSung by the Wesleyan Youth Choir | Mimi Ackleh, piano; Julie Caldwell, guitar; Adam Poulin, violin; Michael Lesousky, mandolin; Luca Lombardi, bass

* THE DOXOLOGY

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God, all creatures here below! Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

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Son of Rebecca and

Michael Williams

THE A N THEM 9:45 & 11:00 a.m. “10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)” arr. Sorenson Sung by the Wesleyan Youth Choir | Mimi Ackleh, piano; Julie Caldwell, guitar; Adam Poulin, violin; Michael Lesousky, mandolin; Luca Lombardi, bass The sun comes up, it’s a new day dawning. It’s time to sing Your song again. Whatever may pass, and whatever lies before me, let me be singing when the evening comes. Bless the Lord, O my soul, O my soul. Worship His holy name. Sing like never before, O my soul, I’ll worship Your holy name. You’re rich in love, and You’re slow to anger. Your name is great, and Your heart is kind. For all Your goodness I will keep on singing, ten thousand reasons for my heart to find. And on that day when my strength is failing, the end draws near and my time has come, Still my soul will sing Your praise unending, ten thousand years and then forevermore.

THE SCR IP T UR E R E A DINGMatthew 25:24-29Then the one who had received the one talent also came forward, saying, ‘Master, I knew that you were a harsh man, reaping where you did not sow, and gathering where you did not scatter seed; 25 so I was afraid, and I went and hid your talent in the ground. Here you have what is yours.’ 26 But his master replied, ‘You wicked and lazy slave! You knew, did you, that I reap where I did not sow, and gather where I did not scatter? 27 Then you ought to have invested my money with the bankers, and on my return I would have received what was my own with interest. 28 So take the talent from him, and give it to the one with the ten talents. 29 For to all those who have, more will be given, and they will have an abundance; but from those who have nothing, even what they have will be taken away.

THE MESSAGE “Heaven On Earth” | Chuck Hodges

Response to the WordTHE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION | 8:30 a.m.Please turn to page nine in your hymnal. At Athens First United Methodist, all are invited to commune at Christ’s table. If you need to be served in your pew, please call this to the attention of an usher. Note that all gluten-free communion elements are available at both altar stations.

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Sending Forth* THE H Y M N 399

“Take My Life, and Let It Be” | MESSIAH

* THE BLESSING

* THE CHOR A L R ESPONSE “We Receive Your Blessing”

* THE POSTLU DE “Magnificat” | Hill

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GR EETER SDottie Blitch, Kevin Brodrick, Betty Chapeau, Dwight Freshley, Lorie and Mark Petersen, Dianne Wall, Nancy Witherington, Lewis Clarke, Anna Alyssa McKoy Lucy Frierson

SEP TEMBER USHER S8:30 a.m. Jim Belger, Ann and Paul Brown, Larry Deal, Hugh Larkey, Mack Lowery, Jim Lyons, Candler Meadors, Olan Moore, Bob Noble, Grace Rabek, Ken Reece, Keith Wilson, Michael and Sharon Broun 9:45 a.m. Chris Bostdorff, Tom Cooper, David and Jane Disney, Mark Ellison, Mark Firth, Tom Hedges, Dan Lasseter, Jim Lyons, Sharon Milton, Tom Milton, Al Rogers, Bill Trigleth, Michelle and Reeves McNeill 11:00 a.m. Lee Brinson, Nathan King, Ryan Brinson, Claude Felton, Steve Greer, Mack Furlow, Josh Brooks, John Bateman, Jim Lyons

OF FER ING STEWA R DSBob Booth and Charlie Grimes, Jim Lyons, Nat Carmack, Henry Garrard, Nathan King, Al Hawley, Sean Rogers, Charlie Upchurch III

F IR ST LIGHT ACOLY TES8:30 a.m. Jack and Barrett McClanahan, John Cunningham 9:45 a.m. Resse Trigleth, Georgia Laster, James and Glynn Chesser 11:00 a.m. Dylan Wyrick, Toby Chapeau, Jaden Drudge

AT TENDA NCE ON SEP TEMBER 21Total Worship | 1,327 Sunday School | 506 8:30 a.m. | 172 9:45 a.m. | 365 11:00 a.m. | 702 Online | 88

F INA NCI A L R EPORT Budget for 2014 | $2,431,008 Amount Given YTD | $1,964,796 Goal for September | $161,266 Amount after 2 Sundays | $136,798

OUR MINISTER S A ND PROGR A M DIR ECTOR S

Chuck Hodges Senior Minister athensfirstumc.org chuck@athensfirstumc.org | 706-206-5529

Martha Aenchbacher Minister of Congregational Care athensfirstumc.org/caregroups martha@athensfirstumc.org | 678-230-9708

Beth Dickinson Minister of Discipleship athensfirstumc.org/studies beth@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

Betsy Butler Minister of Missions athensfirstumc.org/missions betsy@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

Josh Miles Director of Student Ministries athensfirstumc.org/youth/students josh@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

Robin Stewart Director of Children’s Ministry athensfirstumc.org/sundaymorning robinafumc@bellsouth.net | 706-543-1442

Sarah Lawing Director of Children’s Music Ministry athensfirstumc.org/childrensmusic sarah@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

Stephen Mitchell Director of Music athensfirstumc.org/adultmusicministry stephen@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

Janis Maxwell Director of Youth Music & Organist athensfirstumc.org/wyc janis@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

Lynn Bryant Director REACH International athensfirstumc.org/reachinternational lynn@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

Rusty Wood Director of Recreation Ministries athensfirstumc.org/recreation rusty@athensfirstumc.org | 706-206-8193

Linsey Jarrett Director of Weekday Preschool linsey@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

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donate a cakefor the fall festival

All proceeds from the cake auction will help purchase meals for our Stop Hunger Now event in January 2015. Even if you can’t attend but want to donate, drop your

cake off at the church before noon on Friday, October 17, or before noon on Sunday, October 19.

Contact: Kasey Dillard | kaseydillard@yahoo.com

Presented by the Children’s CouncilOctober 19 | 3:30-5:30 p.m.Parrish Farm

Enjoy hay rides, games, face painting and more! Chicken is provided, and we ask that each family bring a side dish to share. Please register before October 12.

For registration and directions to Parrish Farm, visit athensfirstumc.org/fallfestival.

Contact: Ashley Gottschalk ashley@athensfirstumc.org

Susan Brodrick swellsbrodrick@bellsouth.net

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BaptismsOn September 21 Flora Mae Crisler received the Sacrament of Baptism in our sanctuary. Flora is the daughter of Ansley and Geoffrey Crisler.

On September 21 Casen Matthew Hassemer received the Sacrament of Baptism in our sanctuary. Casen is the son of Krystie and Gavin Hassemer.

New MembersOn September 21 we welcomed Lowell Blickenderfer, Amy and Matt Lee, Joy Bailey, Suzanne and Tony Baldwin, Jenni and Danny Fleming, Lori Jackson, Sarah and Matthew Lawing, Arthur Williams, Nancy Rogers, and Natalie Toney to the Athens First United Methodist Church family.

Check-off KidCheck | TodayToday we are offering a “get acquainted time” for parents where you can have a hands-on experience with KidCheck, our new electronic check-in system. Come to the gym any Sunday morning now through October 5 from 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 p.m. We will have stations in the gym where amazing team members will help parents create their account or rehearse checking in. Refreshments will be provided. Parents should come to the gym after they drop their children off. This check-in system will begin later this fall. Remember when creating your account to choose Athens First United Methodist from the drop-down window. Website | athensfirstumc.org/kidcheck Ashley Gottschalk | ashley@athensfirstumc.org

The Elijah ProjectONE Student Ministries is excited to begin our second year of an inter-generational prayer ministry called The Elijah Project. Through the partnership of youth, college students, and adult church members and consistent, expectant prayer, we anticipate seeing God move in our church in a new and powerful way, and we invite you to participate! Website | athensfirstumc.org/elijahproject Josh Miles | josh@athensfirstumc.org

The Quarter Life Crisis Class | TodayAre you looking for a Sunday School Class? If you are between the ages of 25 and 35 then look no more. The Quarter Life Crisis Class is set to begin Sunday, September 21, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in room 224. This class is designed to reach out to the young professional members of Athens First United Methodist Church. If you are seeking more involvement in the church, friendships, or just a place to belong, this class is for you. For additional information please contact Beth Jackson. Beth Jackson | ejackson3698@gmail.com | 706-224-0645

Wednesday Night Meals | Register by Noon on TuesdaysThe meal for October 1 is Fresh Air Bar-b-que. The menu will be pulled pork, chicken, buns, sauce, macaroni and cheese, and beverages. This meal is $5 and is served from 5:00-6:30 p.m. in Hancock Hall. Registration by Tuesday,

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September 30, at noon is required. To register visit athensfirstumc.org/registration and click on the Wednesday Night Meal | October 1 | Fresh Air Bar-b-que link. All registration events are listed in alphabetical order. Contact Diana Zylow to make a standing reservation. Take-out boxes will be available if you have to eat and run, or run and then eat! You and your family, friends, and/or small group are invited and encouraged to eat and spend time together in Hancock Hall. Diana Zylow | diana@athensfirstumc.org 706-543-1442

Bigger Vision Charity Dinner October 2The third annual charity dinner benefiting Bigger Vision is Thursday, October 2 at 7:00 p.m. in Hancock Hall at Athens First United Methodist Church. All proceeds will benefit the Bigger Vision Community Shelter as they prepare to serve the homeless for their sixteenth year. Bigger Vision is a mission partner of Athens First United Methodist Church. Reserve tickets by phone, 706-340-6062. Betsy Butler | betsy@athensfirstumc.org

World Communion Sunday October 5World Communion Sunday is a celebration observed by several Christian denominations, taking place on the first Sunday of every October, that promotes Christian unity and ecumenical cooperation. The tradition originated in the Shadyside Presbyterian Church in 1933, was adopted throughout the US Presbyterian Church in 1936,and

subsequently spread to other denominations. In 1940, the Federal Council of Churches endorsed World Communion Sunday and began to promote it to Christian churches worldwide.

We will be celebrating World Communion Sunday with participants in worship from REACH International, our international student ministry. During our service communion liturgy will be read in several different languages and prayers in worship will be from a world.

Venture Crew BBQ Fundraiser October 5On October 5, Crew 1 will have a smoked pork BBQ fundraiser in support of their trip to Philmont, New Mexico in Summer 2015. Plates will contain smoked chopped pork BBQ (prepared by Marcus Fechheimer and Jim Timberlake), pickle, apple sauce, coleslaw, bread, and a fortune cookie. Scouts will be selling tickets at $9 per plate the next two Sundays. Plates will be available in the serving area after morning worship on October 5. Thanks for supporting our Venture Crew 1. Erika Bates | erika@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

Host Week for Interfaith Hospitality Network | October 5-12We will be hosting Interfaith Hospitality Network October 5 through 12. Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN) provides services and coordinates temporary housing for displaced families in local host churches. During our host week volunteers are needed in a variety of ways, including

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driving the (IHN) van, spending time with guests (both overnight and in the evening), and providing dinner. Sign up | athensfirstumc.org/serve Taylor Miller | miller3750@bellsouth.net | 404-272-0418

New United Methodist Women Circle Information Meeting | October 7A new United Methodist Women Circle is forming! Circles are comprised of women who come together for encouragement, Bible study, and service. This new circle will be built of woman from all ages and stages of life. An informational meeting will be on Tuesday, October 7 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in Hull Dining Room. Any woman interested in joining this new Circle is welcome to attend. Joining a United Methodist Women circle is a great way to get involved at Athens First United Methodist Church. Beth Johnston | gibj@bellsouth.net | 770-666-6657

Children’s Music Ministry Parent Night | October 8Family and friends of the children’s music ministry have the opportunity to see how we are learning to Shine Your Light in our activities this fall. This is your chance to watch our precious little ballerinas and our new worship arts drama class to see the exciting things going on in your children’s lives on a weekly basis. For 3s, 4s, and kindergarten the schedule and locations are the same as usual. Grades 1-4 will all meet upstairs in the Amphitheater at 4:30 p.m. for a performance by our drama classes and then go to the Chapel at 5:15 p.m. to

see a demonstration by the Lyric & Celebrate choirs! Sarah Lawing | sarah@athensfirstumc.org

Cakes Needed at Snack and Chat October 17On October 17, REACH International will host “Snack & Chat: Pumpkin Carving and Cake Walk” in Hancock Hall. Cake donations are needed for the Cake Walk. It would be great if every international student ended up taking a cake home as an expression of our love and hospitality! If you plan to contribute a cake, please contact Lynn Bryant. Cakes may be dropped off at the reception desk by noon that Friday, October 17. Please wrap your cake on a disposable plate and be sure to include your name, phone number, and email address. Additionally, volunteers are needed to provide crock pots full of chili and to help serve. Contact Lynn for more information. Thanks so much for your support...it makes a world of difference! Lynn Bryant | lynn@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

Route 56 Helpers Needed for the Fall FestivalRoute 56 is excited to serve at our Children’s Fall Festival. Route 56 helpers will assist in running games, face painting, serving refreshments, and helping with other activities. Fall Festival is October 19 at the Parrish farm. Registration and a brief training session for Route 56 helpers are required. Open Road and Octane will NOT meet that night. Registration deadline is October 9. Register | athensfirstumc.org/registration Leslie Rogers | rt56afumc@gmail.com

The Library at Athens First United Methodist ChurchThere are a number of authors with books in print who have connections to Athens First United Methodist Church and to our community. Currently in the church library is a display of some of these author’s books. Please stop by the library and take a look! Cindy Kuhlman | kuhlman.gc@gmail.com

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Desserts for REACH International Friday NightsThe international students really enjoy homemade desserts at their Friday night Bible study. This is a simple way to serve our international students! If you are willing to provide a dessert for 30 students on a Friday night, please sign up for a date online. You may also want to include a recipe with your dessert so the students can try it themselves later. Most don’t know how to bake but are eager to learn. Sign-up | athensfirstumc.org/reachvolunteer Lynn Bryant | lynn@athensfirstumc.org | 706-543-1442

Children’s BasketballThe Athens First United Methodist Church Recreation Committee is very excited about the 2014-2015 Children’s Basketball season. Along with learning the game of basketball and building athletic skills, we look forward to families, teams, and coaches growing together in their knowledge of Christ. Registration begins October 1! Rusty Wood | rusty@athensfirstumc.org Erika Bates | erika@athensfirstumc.org

This WeekS U N DAY, SE P T E M BE R 2 8 | Exodus 17:1-7

8:30 a.m. Worship Service SANCTUARY

Preschool Nursery & Sunday School FIRST FLOOR

9:15 a.m. KidCheck Orientation & Registration GYM

9:45 a.m. Adult Sunday School SECOND FLOOR AND SAYE BULDING

Elementary Sunday School THIRD FLOOR

Grade 5 & 6 Sunday School: Fuel FIRST FLOOR

Youth Sunday School: First Word FIRST FLOOR

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Worship Service SANCTUARY

The Psalm Tree Connect Group ROOM 103

Third Grade Bible Class with Parents HANCOCK HALL

10:00 a.m. Sack Lunch Ministry HULL STREET ENTRANCE

11:00 a.m. Worship Service SANCTUARY

Quarter Life Crisis Class ROOM 224

11:30 a.m. Children’s Church CARAVANS

12:00 p.m. Welcome Ministry Lunch HANCOCK HALL

High School Bible Study ROOM 119

2:00 p.m. Volleyball Performance GYM

3:00 p.m. Cub Scout Pack 1 SCOUT HUT

3:30 p.m. Wesleyan Ringers ROOM 150

4:30 p.m. Carillons Ringers ROOM 150

Route 56 Open Road ROOM 120, 121

Wesleyan Youth Choir Rehearsal ROOM 148

5:15 p.m. Creating the Covenant | C1 ROOM 224

5:30 p.m. Alleluia Ringers ROOM 150

5:45 p.m. Encounter YOUTH AREA

6:30 p.m. Confirmation Sessions ROOM 222

7:00 p.m. Confirmation Parent Sessions ROOM 120

MON DAY, SE P T E M BE R 29 | Psalm 78:1-4 7:00 a.m. Fashion Fitness GYM

1:15 p.m. Listen: Praying in a Noisy World ROOM 224

5:30 p.m. Lay Leadership Committee HULL DINING ROOM

6:00 p.m. Volley Performance GYM

7:00 p.m. Community Bible Study, Athens Evening Class 7:00 p.m. Creating the Covenant | C1 ROOM 224

T U E SDAY, SE P T E M BE R 3 0 | Psalm 78:12-16 5:30 a.m. Fashion Fitness GYM

8:00 a.m. Community Bible Study Leaders Council YOUTH AREA

1:00 p.m. REACH International Leadership Meeting ROOM 226

12:00 p.m. Children’s Council Meeting HULL DINING ROOM

5:30 p.m. Fashion Fitness GYM

6:00 p.m. Girls’ Middle School Volleyball GYM

6:30 p.m. Financial Peace University ROOM 222

Creating the Covenant | C1 rOOM 224

W E DN E SDAY, O C T OBE R 1 | Philippians 2:1-13 7:00 a.m. Fashion Fitness GYM

9:00 a.m. Creating the Covenant | C1 ROOM 224

9:30 a.m. Women’s Study: Beth Moore | David, Seeking a Heart Like His ROOM 229

Wednesday Morning Bible Study | Acts HULL DINING ROOM

12:30 p.m. Women’s Study: Beth Moore | David, Seeking a Heart Like His ROOM 229

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3:30 p.m. Fun Gym GYM

4:30 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry Gathering ROOM 200

Children's Dance Class ROOM 145

Children’s Choir: grades 1 and 2 ROOM 151

Worship Arts: grades 3 and 4 AMPHITHEATER

5:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Meal HANCOCK HALL

Early Book Group ROOM 100

Men’s Prayer Group ROOM 301

Route 56 GPS ROOMS 120-122

5:15 p.m. Jesus Calling Express Bible Study ROOM 235

Children’s Choir: 3 year-olds ROOM 311

Children’s Choir: 4 year-olds ROOM 325

Children’s Choir: Kindergarten ROOM 320

Children’s Choir: grades 3 and 4 ROOM 151

Worship Arts: grades 1 and 2 ROOM 314

5:30 p.m. Creating the Covenant | C1 ROOM 229

Sams Connect Group ROOM 301

6:00 p.m. Engage Bible Study YOUTH AREA

Helper Training | Welcome Ministry ROOM 238

6:30 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal ROOM 148

Creating the Covenant | C1 ROOM 224 Creating the Covenant | C1 ROOM 222

Men’s Study: The Power of God’s Names ROOM 240

Missions Bible Study ROOM 103

Women’s Study: Blessed and Broken JOHN WESLEY PARLOR

Later Book Group ROOM 200

Allen/Anderson Connect Group ROOM 307

7:00 p.m. Adult Pick-up Volleyball GYM

Men’s Study: The Immanuel Project ROOM 114

8:00 p.m. Chamber Ensemble Rehearsal ROOM 148

T H U R SDAY, O C T OBE R 2 | Isaiah 48:17-21 9:30 a.m. Community Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Coed Adult Volleyball League GYM

Youth Basketball7:00 p.m. Bigger Vision Dinner HANCOCK HALL

F R I DAY, O C T OBE R 3 | Matthew 21:23-32 6:30 p.m. REACH International Bible Study & Dinner YOUTH AREA

S AT U R DAY, O C T OBE R 4 | Numbers 20:1-13

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