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Spotlight on service Page 3 New program Page 4 Marking a milestone! Happy Birthday, Welcome Table! We celebrate our 3rd year of service this October at First United Methodist Church and what a year it has been! Every Thursday night we open our doors and “throw a party” to anyone that comes through our doors. Though we started this project as a feeding ministry, we have evolved into something much more…a ministry about hospitality. Then Christ told the man who had invited him, “ When you invite people for lunch or dinner, don’t invite only your friends, family, other relatives, or rich neighbors. Otherwise, they will return the favor. Instead, when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the handicapped, the lame, and the blind. Then you will have great blessings because these people cannot pay you back. They have nothing. But God will reward you at the time when all Godly people rise from the death.” Luke 14:12-14 In 2012, the Welcome Table served meals to over 9000 people at FUMC. Over 20,000 people were served at both participating churches. We have seen a twenty percent increase in guests at both churches so far this year. The worth of our volunteers is immeasurable; without their love and dedication to the program and the guests, none of this would be possible. Thank you to all of our wonderful cooks, servers and clean-up crews. All of you make coming to work each day a blessing! Area businesses continue to support our ministry. Thanks to US Foods, The Cupcake Girls, Honey Baked Hams, Wal-Mart, and Kroger for their generous donations. We are very thankful for the scrumptious desserts made by our church members each week. The guests enjoy all of the homemade cakes, pies, and banana puddings! As always, I invite you to come and experience God’s work at hand on Thursday night. You’ll be - and experience - a blessing. Our guests won’t be able to return the favor, but the favor will be returned to you. Thank you for allowing me to be your food service coordinator here at First United Methodist. You truly are the face of hospitality! Amelia Geis-Scott *You can keep this ministry growing through your prayers, your donations, and through your service as a volunteer. See page 3 for a closer look at where you can volunteer. Issue 32 October 13, 2013 Christmas Is coming. Want to get crafty? Page 5 Stay connected! www.fumc-maryville.org Facebook And Twitter Pecan sales underway! Prices and details on page 4! Proceeds benefit United Methodist Women mission projects! Trick or Treat for UNICEF! Page 6
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Spotlight on service Page 3
New program Page 4
Marking a milestone! Happy Birthday, Welcome Table! We celebrate our 3rd year of service this October at First United Methodist Church and what a year it has been! Every Thursday night we open our doors and “throw a party” to anyone that comes through our doors. Though we started this project as a feeding ministry, we have evolved into something much more…a ministry about hospitality. Then Christ told the man who had invited him, “ When you invite people for lunch or dinner, don’t invite only your friends, family, other relatives, or rich neighbors. Otherwise, they will return the favor. Instead, when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the handicapped, the lame, and the blind. Then you will have great blessings because these people cannot pay you back. They have nothing. But God will reward you at the time when all Godly people rise from the death.” Luke 14:12-14
In 2012, the Welcome Table served meals to over 9000 people at FUMC. Over 20,000 people were served at both participating churches. We have seen a twenty percent increase in guests at both churches so far this year. The worth of our volunteers is immeasurable; without their love and dedication to the program and the guests, none of this would be possible. Thank you to all of our wonderful cooks, servers and clean-up crews. All of you make coming to work each day a blessing! Area businesses continue to support our ministry. Thanks to US Foods, The Cupcake Girls, Honey Baked Hams, Wal-Mart, and Kroger for their generous donations. We are very thankful for the scrumptious desserts made by our church members each week. The guests enjoy all of the homemade cakes, pies, and banana puddings! As always, I invite you to come and experience God’s work at hand on Thursday night. You’ll be - and experience - a blessing. Our guests won’t be able to return the favor, but the favor will be returned to you. Thank you for allowing me to be your food service coordinator here at First United Methodist. You truly are the face of hospitality!
Amelia Geis-Scott
*You can keep this ministry growing through your prayers, your donations, and through your service as a volunteer. See page 3 for a closer look at where you can volunteer.
Issue 32 October 13, 2013
Christmas Is coming.
Want to get crafty? Page 5
Stay connected! www.fumc-maryville.org
And Twitter
Pecan sales underway!
Prices and details on page 4!
Proceeds benefit United
Methodist Women mission projects!
Trick
or Treat for
UNICEF!
Page 6
Prepare for Worship Jeremiah 31: 27-34 Psalm 119: 97-104 or Psalm 19 (UMH 750) 2 Timothy 3:14 - 4:5 Luke 18: 1-8 Kids Own Worship Preschool: Craig & Kristen Dutton Elementary: Dallas & Amber Monroe Staff on call: Please contact Brenda (414-8493) or Larry (414-8494) Parsonage (233-2712)
Greeters:
8:15 Morning Glory Steve & Ruth West Martha Ragland
10:30 Sanctuary Pat & Ernie Blankenship Liz Sanders Susan Howdeshell
10:30 The Crossing Randy & Laney Lambert The Brinkley Family Acolytes: Elizabeth West Ellie Smith
Happening at 1st October 20, 2013—October 26, 2013
Sunday, October 20, 2013 7:35 AM Morning Glory Chorus rehearsal, 249 8:15 AM Morning Glory Worship, Asbury Hall 9:15 AM Sunday School 10:30 AM Traditional Worship, Sanctuary 10:30 AM The Crossing, Asbury Hall 11:45 AM Bullying Workshop, Wesley Hall 11:45 AM CMAT, 114 3:30 PM Youth Praise Band, The Cove 4:30 PM Youth Handbells, 252, 254 5:10 PM Celebration Singers, 249 5:15 PM Evensong Handbells, 252 6:00 PM Youth, Asbury Hall 6:00 PM Chili Cook off, Asbuy Hall 6:00 PM Embrace Grace, 215 6:00 PM Bible Study, 214 6:15 PM Men’s Chorus/Morning Glory Cantata rehearsal, 249 6:30 PM 12 Steps for Christians, 213 Monday, October 21, 2013 10:00 AM Hiwassee Loop Train Ride 10:00 AM Book Club, 216 3:30 PM Primary Praise Singers (K & 1st grade) 3:30 PM Merrymakers (2nd & 3rd grade) 3:30 PM Joy Singers (4th-6th grade) 6:30 PM Compassion Counseling Board, 243 7:00 PM Troop Meeting, Asbury Hall Tuesday, October 22, 2013 6:00 PM Devoted Fitness, Wesley Hall 6:00 PM Congregational Care, 215 6:00 PM Finance Committee, 214 7:00 PM AA, 128 Wednesday, October 23, 2013 3:45 PM Girls Bible Study, Vienna Coffee 5:30 PM Quintet, 2154 Recovery at Maryville, Asbury Hall 5:30 PM Light Meal, Asbury Hall 6:30 PM Celebration Service, Asbury Hall 7:45 PM Sharing Groups (assigned room) 7:00 PM Dude’s Bible Study, Taco Bell 7:00 PM Ladies Bible Study, Panera 7:30 PM Chancel Choir rehearsal, 249 Thursday, October 24, 2013 6:00 AM Men’s Bible Study, 214 10:15 AM Asagao, 252 5:00 PM Welcome Table, Asbury Hall 7:00 PM Adult Pick Up Basketball, Asbury Hall 7:00 PM AA, 128 Saturday, October 26, 2013 4:00 PM Pumpkin Carving Party Friendship Shelter
Sunday commitments for October 20, 2013
Our Church Family
Memorial Fund
In Honor or Memory Of Given By Donald Ross Sweet Joseph Wade Martin
Prayer Shawl Ministry
In Honor or Memory Of Given By Tony Speer Ron & Barbara Hammond THE CHURCH BELL Page 2
Memorials
Welcome!
Please take time and welcome the newest members of 1st UMC, Bill and Bonnie Parker.
Stay connected! Over the next few months there will be a lot of important information coming your way and we
encourage you to seek some of that “news” online.
Be sure and “Like” us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter .
You can also keep up with what’s happening and read past editions of “The Church Bell” on our
website, www.fumc-maryville.org.
Contact: Asa Majors at [email protected] or 865-982-1273
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Rewarding opportunities Hours before the first meals are served, volunteers begin coming to Asbury Hall to set up the tables, cook the meals and get ready for the more than 200 people served at the Welcome Table. As we head toward the holidays there is an even greater need for volunteers. Please look over the list below and see where YOU might be able to lend your talents. Just ask any current volunteer and he/she will tell you that this is a very rewarding opportunity.
Volunteer needs for the Welcome Table Plating and cleanup (4:45—6:45 pm)
1st, 2nd, 3rd, & 5th Thursdays
Cooks (2-4 pm or 3-5 pm) 3rd, 4th and 5th Thursdays
Servers (4:30—6:00 pm)
Any Thursday, especially the 3rd
Set-up (between 1 and 3 pm) 3rd Thursday
Make desserts—on a rotation
Call 982-1273 if you are interested in volunteering.
You can also register to volunteer online at www.fumc-maryville.org
(look for “Volunteer to Serve” under 1st to Serve tab)
One morning to change a life (with Blount Housing Repair Collaborative)
October 19th 7:30 am to 1:00 pm
Sign up online at www.fumc-maryville.org Contact Asa for more information at 982-1273.
College conversation 1st UMC-Maryville is reaching out to college students with a new small group study. Allie Haskew will lead the study which starts on October 17th in Room 4108 of Gibson Hall on the Maryville College Campus. The study is open to ALL college students (not just the ones at MC). The book Jesus, Bombs, and Ice Cream will be used for the study. Written by activist Shane Claiborne and Ben & Jerry’s founder Ben Cohen, the book examines the role YOU can play in making a more peaceful world become a reality.
October 17th at 8 pm
Maryville College: Gibson Hall, Room 4108 Call Allie Haskew at 423-413-6078 for information.
In the spirit Good Neighbors of Blount County wants to recognize people in the community who have made significant contributions and who have compassionately served those who are often underserved and unnoticed. 1st UMC’s Suzanne Click and Bill Mueller are both nominees for the Spirit of Good Neighbors Award. On Thursday, October 24th all the nominees will be honored with a dinner at 6:00 pm in the Family Life Center of First Baptist Church of Maryville. If you are interested in attending call Linda Dilgard at 865-405-5372. There is no charge for the dinner, but Good Neighbors does need an accurate count for planning.
Mission trip planning Another trip to Latvia is planned for next June. In an effort to get ready for this latest mission trip there will be a meeting of all those who want to go this Sunday, October 20th at 2 pm. The meeting will be at Norris UMC. For more information call Jim Hayes at 865-250-9536.
Sandy Relief Mission Trip Informational Meeting Sunday, October 27th
11:30 am Room 153 (Heritage Class)
Stay tuned! The next few months promise to be busy ones for everybody including the Young Adults group here at 1st UMC. Still ahead, more trivia nights, great discussions and service opportunities. Be sure and check out the Young Adults of Maryville FUMC group on Facebook or the Young Adults page at www.fumc-maryville.org !
Coming soon!
Family Fall Celebration October 29th
Alternative Gift Fair
November 10th
Churchwide Thanksgiving Dinner November 17th
Charge Conference
November 18th
Keep reading “The Church Bell” for more details and be sure and check out the church’s
Facebook page and Website.
Program note! The United Methodist Women’s reading program has been passed now from Sara Margaret Depew to Linda Richards. Those of you currently reading books for this program should send your completed list to Linda for the annual submittal to the regional office.
Adult Ministries
Contact: Ginny West Case, [email protected] 865-982-1273
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How to stop bullying October 20th @ Noon
Wesley Hall Lunch is $10
Chances are good your child will have to deal with a bully at sometime in his/her life. On October 20th we are arming you with ways to deal with this often ignored problem. Together we can STOP bullying! This important workshop will be led by Suzanne Stratton (licensed clinical social worker), Dr. Greta Smith (clinical psychologist) , and Glenn Doig (Assistant principal at Sam Houston Elementary). Each person brings a unique perspective to the issue and will be here to answer your questions about bullying. Lunch will be served at the event. The cost is $10 (free for children). Childcare will also be provided. Sign up online at www.fumc-maryville.org or call 982-1273.
Making Tuesday terrific We are trying something new for seniors here at 1st UMC. If you are 60 or older you can come to Wesley Hall on Tuesday mornings at 11:00 and enjoy a free lunch. The meals are provided through the Blount County Office on Aging. All you have to do to get yours is call 982-1273 to make your reservation, then come by the church on Tuesday when the meals are delivered here.
(P’khan), (Pee-CAN), or (PEE-can). No matter how you say it things are about to get a little nuts around here! The United Methodist Women are now accepting orders for pecans and the prices are the same as 2012 if you place them by Sunday, October 27th. Pecans will also be available at the Alternative Gift Fair, but will be $1 more a bag, so buy now and save!
1# bag of mammoth pecan halves—$10
1# medium pecan pieces—$10 12 oz. bag dark chocolate
pecans—$8 12 oz. bag milk chocolate
pecans—$8 12 oz bag cinnamon pecans—$8
8 oz. bag glazed pecans—$8
Please place you order by
October 27th! Contact any of the women below to
order your pecans!
Flu shot clinic This Thursday from 4-6:30 pm Room 151 !
Mary Kay Hamlin—[email protected] Mary Helen Peery– [email protected] Frances Hodge—[email protected] Linda Richards—[email protected]
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What are your children learning?
Sunday, October 13 (Last Sunday) Preschool – 4th Grade Lesson—David and Goliath 1 Samuel 17:1-51a Tweens Working together (the walls of Jericho)
Sunday, October 20th (This Sunday) Preschool—4th Grade Lesson– David Dances Bible Verses— 2 Samuel 6: 1-19 Tweens Being called by God (Samuel’s call)
Camp Creative Christmas November 12th at 9 am $10 to register, crafts range from $1-$20 All ages welcome Christmas Day Camp December 7th Cost is $10 Christmas Overnight Camp December 14-15th Cost is $55 (Children in 1st—8th grade)
THINKING AHEAD
Pumpkin playtime Bring a pumpkin and some carving tools to the Friendship Shelter on October 26th (4-6 pm) and test your skills for creating jack-o-lanterns. This Pumpkin Carving Party is a time for children up to 6th
grade to get together and get a little creative. In addition to bringing the pumpkin and tools you are asked to bring a pizza to share, along with a side dish or dessert. The children’s department will provide drinks, paper plates, silverware and napkins. Pictures of the carved creations will be taken and then folks will be able to vote on their favorites at the Family Fall Celebrations (details coming soon!)
Volunteers still needed to run booths, set up cars for trunkVolunteers still needed to run booths, set up cars for trunk--oror--treat treat
and donations of candy still needed. Call the church office at and donations of candy still needed. Call the church office at
865865--982982--1273 or see Denise Johns if you are interested in helping!1273 or see Denise Johns if you are interested in helping!
One of the biggest church events of the year is coming in a couple of weeks! This year the Maryville Fire and Police Departments will be here promoting safety and children can get a chance to look inside the fire engine. We’re working on other new additions as well, so keep watching and plan on bringing your friends too!
Christmas is coming! Christmas will be here before you know it and we want it to be a great time for families. We are planning an event for December 8th. There will be a little singing, opportunities to get a little crafty, and lots of food. To make this event a success we need a bit of help. If you would be interested in helping to prepare the Christmas crafts for this special family event please give Denise a call at 865-982-1273 or e-mail her at [email protected] . In next week’s “Church Bell” we’ll bring you details about a contest for children to name this event!
Special Ops You’ll soon be seeing a couple of Christmas trees set up throughout the church. These are for Operation Christmas Child. On the branches will be tags with items YOU can provide for this mission. All items are needed by November 10th. After all the items are collected the youth and children will have a “packing party.” You can also buy all the items for a box and fill it yourself. Shipping is $7 for each box.
Trick or treat! This past week during Sunday School many of you got a visit from this “unicorn” (Ada Monroe). She was making the rounds trying to get folks like YOU to sign up to volunteer at the Family Fall Celebration later this month.
Maryville First United Methodist Church 804 Montvale Station Road
Maryville, Tennessee 37803 Phone: 865-982-1273 Fax: 865-983-5408
www.fumc-maryville.org
