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REACHING OUT...IT’S WHO WE ARE!

First United Methodist Church of Dothan Dr. James B. Sanders lll, Senior Pastor l September 5, 2019

Discipleship in Action for September Invite Your Neighbor!

“If God had a refrigerator,

your picture would be on it. If He had a wallet, your photo would

be in it .... Face it, friend. He is crazy about you! ”

Max Lucado

I absolutely love this quote from one of my favorite authors. Many who visit my home often comment upon my somewhat obnoxious refrigerator which is covered with photos of fami-ly and friends. When I have a new one to add it is often an agonizing decision to decide on which older photo to remove, they are all pre-cious to me. I’m sure at your home there are personal photos that adorn your walls, tables and yes even your refrigerator. Some time ago photos of those in our FUMC family were placed on the walls to showcase who we are walk-ing this Christian path with and dis-play ways our family is sharing God’s love. Those photos recalled happy memories, showed that we valued

our church family and just gave us something to smile about. Upon coming on staff this summer it was discussed that it was time to update our church home’s photos; time to show the growth and changes that have occurred over the years. As I took on the task I had no idea how difficult it would be to change out the old with the new. Looking at photos which captured our youth at work and play (my sons included) who are now adults pursuing careers, mar-ried, parents and so much more; oh how hard to change those out for the smiling faces of those involved to-day. Yet what joy to see these new pictures filled with happiness as they take part in all our church has to of-fer. Over the coming months I hope to continue to update as we seek to capture every aspect of our church membership. So as you enter your church home you may see new photos, new art-work, new bulletin boards all cele-brating the life of our church. There’s more to come so keep checking us out, because at FUMC we are crazy about each of you!

Love my church family! Sonia Crutchfield

Director of Tweens Ministry

If God Had a Refrigerator

INVITE YOUR Neighbor This Sunday

September 8th

CHILDREN Sunday, September 8 • Third Grade Bible Presentation, Sanctuary, 8:55; Reception, Parlor, 10:00 • Rock Solid, 9:20 • Sunday School, 10:00 • UMKF, Children’s Music and Snack Supper, 4:30-6:00 Wednesday, September 11 • “Getting Fed” in Children’s Ministry 6:00-7:00, Room 202 • Nursery, 5:45-7:30, Room 205 Sunday, September 15 • Rock Solid, 9:20 • Sunday School, 10:00 Wednesday, September 18 • “Getting Fed” in Children’s Ministry 6:00-7:00, Room 202 • Nursery, 5:45-7:30, Room 205 Sunday, September 22 • Children Sing, Sanctuary, 8:55 Sunday, September 29 • New Baby Recognition Sanctuary, 8:55; Reception, 10:00 TWEENS Sunday, September 8 • Tween Sunday School, 10:00 • Time for God, 4:30-5:15 • Confirmation, 5:45-7:00 Wednesday, September 11 • “Getting Fed” in Tween Ministry 6:00-7:00, Room 267 Tweens Ministry is looking for volun-teers to make our fall programming a success. We need adult volunteers for our Sunday evening programming (4:30 – 5:45) and Wednesday evenings (6:00 – 7:00). Contact Sonia Crutchfield at sonia@fumcdothan.org to help. YOUTH Sunday, September 8 • Student Choir, 4:00-5:15 AMP’D: Join us in the choir room (255) for AMP’D student choir. If you enjoy singing, playing an instrument, acting, dancing, or even just want an extra hour to hang out with your friends. • UMYF 5:15-7:15 Snack Supper is served at 5:15. Cost is $3. Tuesday, September 10 • Youth Breakfast 7:00-7:30 Join us in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 for our first breakfast for this school year. We will be serving biscuits, eggs, bacon, sausage, and cheese grits. Cost is $3.

Wednesday, September 11 • Fellowship Supper 4:45-6:15 You must make a reservation either online from the church website or in the Friendship Folder on Sunday morning. • Youth Bible Study 6:00-7:00 Getting Fed: Join us in the Youth Area for Bible Study. Age groups are: Girls grades 7-9, Girls grades 10-12, Boys grades 7-9, and Boys grades 10-12. ADULTS Book Club meets Wednesday, Sep-tember 11, at 3:30 in Room 165. The book is “1984” by George Orwell. Lunch Bunch is Thursday, September 12, at Zack’s in Slocomb. Meet in the CLC at 10:00 to ride the bus together. A signup sheet is outside Hannah’s office. PARENTS OF COLLEGE STUDENTS Please call the church office or email paula@fumcdothan.org to let us know your student’s cell phone number and both their email and mailing addresses at school. This information will help FUMC stay connected with our college students during the school year. THE HANDS AND FEET OF JESUS Wednesday, September 11, at 6:00 p.m. in Room 134 our church will have two great opportunities to be the hands and feet of Jesus and continue the momen-tum of Hands on Dothan by partnering with our very own Respite Care Ministry and The Harbor ministries to help meet some of the needs they have. This will be a time of planning for these upcoming opportunities. • A group that does yard work for some of the Respite Care Ministry participants whose caregivers are unable to take care of it on a regular basis. • A group to help at The Harbor Gardens on a regular basis. JOYS AND CONCERNS Recently hospitalized: Arthur Gardner, Denise Kelley, Armeto Reynolds Our sympathy to: • Family and friends of Helen Miller, who died August 29. • Kathy and Bob Cleveland and family; death of Kathy’s father, Grover Webster Brown, August 28. • Family and friends of Linda Woodruff who died August 31.

Sunday Morning Worship | First Light Chapel Communion 8:15 | Sanctuary 8:55 and 11:00 l The Bridge 8:55

First United Methodist Church Office Hours | Monday through Thursday 7:30 to 5:30 | Friday 7:30 to 11:30

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER September 11th

Serving 4:45 ‘til 6:15

ALL reservations MUST be made by 10:00 Wednesday mornings.

Make your reservations online by using the Friendship Folder

Sunday mornings, or by calling the church office at 793-3555.

FULL MEAL

Fried Catfish, Cheese Grits, Green Beans, Cheese Biscuit,

Salad Bar with Cole Slaw, Beverage, Ice Cream.

CHILDREN’S FULL MEAL Fish Nuggets, Cheese Grits,

Green Beans, Cheese Biscuit, Salad Bar with Cole Slaw,

Beverage, Ice Cream.

Adults @ $8 Children (4 to 12 years) @ $4 Children (3 and under) FREE

Family Max (4 or more persons living in same household) $22.

SALAD AND

SPECIALTY BAR Pasta Salad with Choice of Meat

Soup of the Day

Adults @ $6 Children (4 to 12 years) @ $4

Family Max (4 or more persons living in same household) $18 Children (3 and under) FREE

Bring the whole family!

VISIT THE RESPITE SHOP! It’s located in the Welcome Center behind the Sanctuary.

Telephone Numbers | Main Office 793.3555 | Daycare and Preschool 793.2179 | Christian Life Center 712.9223

Weekend Emergency Pastor on Call Telephone 334.796.9937 | Friday @ 11:30 a.m. until Monday @ 7:30 a.m.

Acolyte and Server

Recognition Sunday

September 15th

Sanctuary @ 8:55

You are invited to join this

fine group of worship

leaders.

Training will be held

that afternoon in the

Sanctuary from 2:00 to 3:00.

Acolytes (Grades 4 thru 7)

Servers (Grades 7 thru 12)

Questions?

Please contact

Rebecca McDonald:

becmcd@yahoo.com

Adult Sunday School One Eight Class (Room 263) This class is made up of couples mostly in their 30s. We typically read the scripture lesson, watch a short video and have 20-30 minutes of discus-sion. Facilitator: Kody Walker — kody.walker@bargedesign.com Foundations Class (Room 252) This class is made up of couples in their mid-30's and 40’s. We use biblically based curriculum to gain a better understanding of scripture. Facilitator: Amy Cobb — amywcobb@gmail.com Seekers Class (Room 236) This class is made up of couples in their mid-30's to early 50's. The diverse age range allows us to learn from each other through different stages of life. We typically rotate curriculum types combining video series, book reviews and in-depth bible studies on marriage, parenting and spiritual growth. Facilitators: Brandy Jensen — balee74@gmail.com Ed Cox — edcox81@gmail.com Cornerstone Class (Room 233) This class is made up of people in their 30’s and 40’s. We usually have a scripture lesson and then about 20 to 30 minutes for discussion or ques-tions. Facilitator: Rodney Holland — rholland@amxtrucking.com Logos Class (Room 238) This class is devoted to studying God’s Word. Mark Saliba, Larry Williams and Joseph Johnson use different approaches to develop a better un-derstanding of scripture. All ages are welcome. Facilitator: Joseph Johnson — jjohnson@friendbank.net Emmaus Class (Room 230) This class is made up of mostly couples and some singles in their 50s. We typically do lessons on current topics that include scripture, discussion and often a short video. Facilitator: Laura Hatcher — lhatcher@dothan.k12.al.us Coffee Shoppe Class (Fellowship Hall) This is a diverse group, both age and religious backgrounds. We alternate studying books of the Bible and Christian Books. It is a discussion class and everyone respects the others point of view. The class meets on most Sundays from August through May. Facilitator: George Flowers — 1961.gdf@gmail.com

Navigators Class (Room 237) This Class is a mature group of married couples from age 50-60 that are empty nesters. We use a biblically based theme utilizing various curriculum and swap teaching responsibilities around among our class members. Facilitator: Earl Kelley — epkelleyjr_9@hotmail.com New Beginnings Class (Room 165) This class consists of a mix of singles and married couples. Ages vary from 40 on up which provides a wide range of input and support. Class consists of lecture, music, and discussion of the Bible guid-ed by the Adult Bible Series. Facilitators: David Burleson — davida0247@aol.com Mick DeJulius —fedjulius16@gmail.com Open Door Class (Room 131) This is a class of ladies age 50 and up, but any age lady is welcome. Our class studies Scripture through the Cokesbury Adult Bible Study. From time to time, we select a special study on topics of interest to our class. Facilitators: Nina Lisenby — nlisenby1@graceba.net or Malinda Baumann — rx4mwb@gmail.com Progressors Class (Room 152/153) This class is made up of singles and couples ages 50 and up. The lessons are from the Cokesbury Adult Bible Series, and are taught by a group of 10 to 15 class members on a rotating basis. Facilitator: Rhett Williams — RNJ6261971@graceba.net Pathfinders Class (Room 155/157) This class is a group of older adults 70+ that has been around for over 50 years. We study the Adult Bible Series and is taught by members of the class on a rotating basis. Facilitator: Patricia Sirmon — trishsirmon@yahoo.com Kay Williams Class (Room 158) This class is made up of older adult women. We use the Adult Bible Series as our literature for teaching. We support the Methodist Children’s Home, Meals on Wheels, a membership for a girl in the Girl’s Club and other projects during the year. Facilitator: Jane Adkinson — jba1936@comcast.net Please contact Hannah Chapman at hannah@fumcdothan.org if you need additional information or have questions.

NEW STUDENT CHOIR Grades 7 thru 12

Sundays at 4 starting September 8th

Room 255

Song • Drama • Dance • Videos

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WEEK AT A GLANCE Sunday, September 8th 8:15-8:45 First Light Communion (Chapel) 8:30-12:30 LifeSouth Blood Drive 8:55-11:00 The Gathering (Parlor) 8:55 Sanctuary Worship 8:55 The Bridge Worship (Fellowship Hall) 10:00-10:50 Sunday School for all ages 11:00-12:00 Sanctuary Worship 4:00-5:00 Student Choir (Room 255) 4:30-6:00 United Methodist Kids Fellowship 4:30-5:45 Tweens Time for God (Room 267) 5:15-7:15 United Methodist Youth Fellowship (Youth Area) 5:30-6:30 Westminster Handbells (Room 256) 5:45-7:00 Confirmation (Room 261) 6:30-7:30 Radical Mentoring (Fellowship Hall) Monday, September 9th 8:00-7:00 Gym Open 9:00-11:30 In Christ’s Name (Room 134) 10:00-2:00 Respite Care (Rooms 152, 153, 154, 158) 1:30-3:00 Ladies Fellowship Bible Study (Room 131) 5:30-6:30 Board of Trustees (Room 134) 5:45-7:00 Weekday Children’s Council (Room 131) Tuesday, September 10th 7:00-7:30 Youth Breakfast (Fellowship Hall) 8:00-7:00 Gym Open 8:45-9:45 Senior Stretch and Strengthen (Gym) 9:00-12:00 UMW Circle Meeting (Parlor) 9:30-11:30 “Five Means of Grace” (Room 131) 10:00-2:00 Respite Care (Rooms 152, 153, 154, 158) 1:00-3:00 Joyful Hands Sewing (Room 165) 6:00-8:00 Church Party (Fellowship Hall/Gym)

Wednesday, September 11th 8:00-7:00 Gym Open 7:00-8:00 Men’s Breakfast and Bible Study (Shoney’s) 9:00-10:00 Daycare Chapel (Chapel) 9:15-10:15 Treasuring Christ When Your Hands are Full (Room 258) 10:00-2:00 Respite Care (Rooms 152, 153, 154, 157, 158) 3:30-4:30 Book Club (Room 165) 4:45-6:15 Fellowship Supper (Fellowship Hall) 5:45-7:30 Nursery (Room 201) 6:00-7:00 7 Principles for Making Marriage Work (Room 152) Bible Basics (Room 238) Hebrews (Room 158) Proven (Room 157) Children’s Getting Fed (Room 202) Tweens Getting Fed (Room 267) Youth Getting Fed (Room283/284) Pathway Interest Meeting (Room 134) 6:00-7:20 Making Sense of the Bible (Room 131) 6:00-7:30 Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 255) Thursday, September 12th 8:00-7:00 Gym Open 8:45-9:45 Senior Stretch and Strengthen (Gym) 10:00-2:00 Respite Care (Rooms 152, 153, 154, 157, 158) 10:30-12:00 Making Sense of the Bible (Room 131) 10:30-12:30 Lunch Club (Zack’s in Slocomb) 12:00-1:30 Bob King’s Table Talk for Men: Lunch and Bible Study (Room 158) Friday, September 13th 8:00-5:00 Gym Open Saturday, September 14th 9:00-12:00 Gym Open 10:00-12:00 Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Room 255)