United Methodist Women

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2019 12 NOON

Pine Forest Fellowship Hall Soup and Sandwich Lunch will be

provided. Kim Dixon will be our

speaker. Plan to join us!

GAITHER VOCAL BAND

Only a couple tickets remain to attend the Gaither Vocal Band Concert in Warner Robins next week, February 28th! This sold-out event will be a great evening of Christian music and fellowship. Reserve your spot with your $35 registration to cover ticket and transportation. We will stop at Bigo's Bistro for supper at an additional cost of $10.50/person prior to the concert.

MARCH 6, 2019 6:30 P.M.

SANCTUARY

FINAL THOUGHTS BEFORE THE UMC CALLED

GENERAL CONFERENCE 2019

The following article was written by Dr. Timothy C. Tennent, President of Asbury Theological Seminary, Wilmore, KY: “Now that this historic meeting is upon us, perhaps a few final thoughts are in order. First, remember our love for the church. It is easy to be discouraged and disheartened by all of the dysfunction and brokenness in the church. It is demoralizing to even be asked to ‘vote’ on the issue which is before us, since biblical authority is (or should be) the sine qua non of the church. But I cannot forget that the UMC was the means of grace for me to receive Christ, to receive a call into the ministry, and the place where I have had wonderful opportunities for preaching and pastoral ministry. “...It is precisely because we love the church so much that those who are delegates must gather up their courage, go to General Conference, and protect the church from making more steps towards its own demise. There is no inevitability to “mainline decline.” The decline of all the mainline churches is linked to their neglect of biblical authority and theological stability. We can break that link in St. Louis. “Second, we must not be angry, or fall into despair. There is a real

possibility that certain decisions (or the lack of decision because the presiding Bishop’s cannot control demonstrations) would force hundreds of thousands of

Methodists to find a new church home. Hundreds of thousands more will accept life in a protracted period of ecclesial exile within the denomination until a better day arises. This would be an extremely sad and disconcerting turn of events since most of us have never known any other denominational family, and the United Methodist Church, with all of its flaws, has historically stood on the side of historic orthodoxy. “...We are not prone to separation. We have prayed earnestly that we would not be torn asunder. But, regardless of the outcome, we must not succumb to anger or despair...We must remember that the faithful church of Jesus Christ is indestructible. Jesus said, “I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it” (Matt. 16:18). We should have no fear of the demise of the Church. Absolutely none. Of course, particular denominations may rise and fall...But, the true Church of Jesus Christ, the Body of Christ, will last into eternity. Our prayer is that the UM Church will remain faithfully connected to the glorious church of Jesus Christ.” As your pastor, I invite you to attend an upcoming information session led by the resident bishop of our South Georgia Conference, Bishop Lawson Bryan. This gathering will be held on Saturday, March 9, 2019—from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center in Tifton, GA. We plan to take a church van or bus for all who would like to attend the session). We will receive some clarity about the outcome of General Conference, and the leadership of our South GA Conference will lay out the next steps we will take together.

.Bro. Wes

Pine Forest United Methodist Church 400 Woods Avenue Dublin GA 31021 478.272.2441

Our Vision: “A Church where lives are Changed;

Hurting people are Helped and Healed;

and Members become Ministers for Christ.”

February 21, 2019

Online Edition

The FORESTER

February 24, 2019 6th Sunday after the Epiphany

8:45 a.m.

EARLY MORNING WORSHIP

Josh Echols

Special Music: Laura Beth Mason

Worship Leader: Joel Griner

9:00 a.m.

CONTEMPORARY GATHERING

II Thessalonians 1:11-12 “ONE PURPOSE"

Rev. Wes Moye

11:00 a.m.

MORNING WORSHIP

II Thessalonians 1:11-12 “ONE PURPOSE"

Rev. Wes Moye

Special Music: Laura Beth Mason

Worship Leader: Chris Kinney

PLEASE PRAY FOR: GENERAL CONFERENCE, St. Louis,

Missouri, February 23-26

SAVANNAH HOSPITAL: Harvey Purvis

FAIRVIEW PARK HOSPITAL: Dave

Stevenson

HOME: Herschel Lovett, Steve Baeumel,

Joyce Rimmer

OTHERS: Jay and Betty Pifer-parents of

Tammy Than, William Boyer, Sue Newman-

sister of Joyce Rimmer, Judy Price-friend of

Jerry & Linda Hodges, Margie Cranford-mother

of Calvin Sturgis, Joel Stone-husband of Mary

Neil Stone

VAMC, REHAB, NURSING HOMES OR

ASSISTED CARE FACILITIES:

Doris Miller, J. C. Pitts, Mary Ann Peacock,

Aileen Colquitt, Sunshine Key, Betty Maffett,

Mary Nell UpChurch, Mary Burkett, Louise

Shackleford, Mike Davis, Billy Jones, Juliette

Brown, Lois Henry

IN THE MILITARY: Michael Shores-son of

David & Tanya Shores; Laurie Lane-daughter

of Jim & Linda Lane, Ensign Robert “Trey”

Hock-grandson of Greg Johnson

OUR MISSIONARIES: Bobby Gale, Steven &

SueAnn Lloyd

STAFF MEMBER ON CALL: Rev. Wes Moye will be on call February 22-23, and can be reached at 484-9820.

OUR VISITORS, FEBRUARY 17: Lynn Darsey Roberts, Crystal Jones, Carrie Eubanks, Dee Dee

Smith, Ty & Jessica Kight, Greg Leavett, Jennifer Wagner,

Jeremy, Brooke & Reid Ragan, Andrew Brown, Lily Kate Brown,

Stephen Smith

JAMAICA MISSION TEAMS

Dr. George Evans is compiling a list of people from Pine Forest who have gone on past Jamaica Mission trips from 1980-1999. If you went during these years, please let the church office know at 478-272-2441.

MOREHOUSE MEN'S GLEE CLUB On Sunday, February 24, the Morehouse Glee Club will

present a concert at Theatre Dublin at 3:00 PM sponsored by

the Dublin-Laurens Arts Council. Tickets are $20 for non-

subscribers and will be available at the door. For more

information, contact Janet Fields.

The Morehouse College Glee Club is the premier singing

organization of Morehouse College, traveling all over the country

and the world, demonstrating excellence not only in choral

performance, but also in discipline, dedication, and brotherhood.

Through its tradition the Glee Club has an impressive history and

seeks to secure its future through even greater accomplishments,

continuing in this tradition through the dedication and commitment

of its members and the leadership that its directors have provided

throughout the years. It is the mission of the Morehouse College

Glee Club to maintain a high standard of musical excellence.

PRAYER WARRIORS

UPDATE

The Prayer Vigils have begun with about

125 Participants! It's so great to see so

many of you in prayer for our church! We still

have open slots on Saturday, Feb. 23rd and Sunday, Feb 24th

during the late morning and evening hours. If you did not get the

opportunity to sign up, please feel free to pray for our church and

conference during those times no matter where you are! The

LORD calls on his people to pray. Let's expect great things from

Him! Blessings, The Pine Forest Prayer Warriors

Ladies join us for a night out

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2019 AT 6:00 P.M.

We will meet at Deano's for dinner and fellowship. Contact Kim Dixon, Heather Selman or Ruby Bryan if you

plan to attend this Dutch treat Dinner and Fellowship!

Note These Dates

Feb. 28 Gaither Vocal Band in Warner

Robins

Mar. 1 UMW World Day of Prayer

Mar. 6 Ash Wednesday

Mar. 10 UMW Sunday

Daylight Saving time begins

Mar. 9 Follow Up of General Conf.

in Tifton, GA

Apr. 1-5 Spring Break

Apr. 7 Homecoming Hymn Sing

Apr. 13 Easter Egg Hunt

Apr. 14 Palm Sunday

Apr. 16 Senior Foresters Fellowship

Apr. 18 Holy Thursday service

Apr. 21 Easter Sunday

Apr. 28 Gun Safety Class for Women

Leprechaun

Road Race Saturday, March 16th marks the day for the

annual Leprechaun Road Race and the Pine Forest Pavement Pounders will be there! You don't have to attend our weekly sessions to participate with the group. We have a club shirt and there may even be some circulating from members who are unable to participate. Sign-up for the 5-K and join us at 7:30AM in the back parking lot of the Belk store for prayer and a group picture. This is an easy way to smile, share the love of God and tell others about the church we love! Contact Mary Crowson for more information.

CHRISTIAN BOOKS & DEVOTIONALS NEEDED It’s that time again. We are collecting Christian literature to hand out at our St. Patrick’s Lemonade Stand. Please bring Christian books and devotionals that you would like to pass on to be a blessing to someone else. There will be a designated box in the hall for your donations. Life gives you lemons, but with the sweetness of Jesus, we can make lemonade. Contact Darren or Ruby Bryan if you have any questions 478-275-9989.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY NEWS … from Kim

Dates to Remember: Ash Wednesday, March 6th Easter Egg Hunt, April 13 VBS, June 17 - 20 Camp Elementary 1 (July 8 - 12) Elementary 2 (July 15 - 19) District Camp (Adrian) (July 21 - 25) February Focus Verse: "And the second is like it, You shall love your neighbor as yourself." Matthew 22:39

MUSIC NOTES …. from Mary

Please note these important Spring dates on your calendar: 07 April Homecoming Hymn Sing 4PM 21 April EASTER Chancel Choir mini-cantata 11AM 24 April Handbell Extravaganza: Both Youth Choirs and

Adult Handbells 01 May Children's Choirs Spring Program 08 May Youth Fine Arts Show Case 9-16 June Youth Choir trip to Hershey Golden Notes--don't forget we will meet for lunch next week, February 27 at 12:30 at Cracker Barrel. We will resume singing in area facilities in April after flu season has passed!

Youth News … from Jordan

IMPACT SUMMER CAMP 2019

When: June 3rd-7th Cost: $340 Registration Deadline: March 1st

A $100 non-refundable deposit is due by March 1st to

confirm your spot. We will be doing a fundraiser in April to help

supplement the rest of the cost.

Please sign up by filling out the link below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6Xmsmu2lgVA7U

UbwtE5zuZ07fHxVErULg7R-4xTlXKUokGQ/viewform

Feel free to share this link with any students to sign up.

Youth Worship - Sunday Night from 5:30-7:30 We hope all students can join us for this AMAZING time of fun, fellowship, and the Word.

BUDGET REPORT Contributions:

Needed Weekly $ 15,945.23

Received this week $ 12,307.00

Received YTD $ 109,269.22

WEEKLY REPORT Attendance-February 17, 2019:

Sunday School 142

Morning Worship 283

Evangelism

Profession of Faith -

New Members 2

Current Membership 813

Salvations -

FELLOWSHIP SUPPER, FEBRUARY 27 5:30-6:15 pm

Menu: Baked Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, Salads,

Dessert, Tea and Lemonade

($5 per person – any age)

Deadline to sign up or cancel is Tuesday at

12 noon.

IN SERVICE THIS WEEK Greeters: 8:45 – Gloria Morgan, Ushers

9:00 – David Fennell

11:00 – JoAnn Bloodworth, Ushers

Ushers:

8:45 – Earl Morgan, Wayne White

11:00 – Weldon Payne, Randy Hodges

Audio:

8:45 – Abigail Dollar

9:00 – Jackson Dollar

11:00 – Brent Newman

Video: 9:00 – Van Payne

11:00 – JB Dial

9:00 Refreshments:

Pastries – Robin Lavender

Fruit & Juice – Cheryl Braswell

Altar Flowers: Given to the Glory of God by Mr.

& Mrs. Jimmy Stinson in remembrance of John

& Hazel Drew and Murray & Dot Stinson.

Altar Flower Delivery: Robin Lavender

WEEKLY CALENDAR Sunday, February 24

8:45 a.m. Early Morning Worship

9:00 a.m. Contemporary Gathering

10:00 a.m. Sunday School

11:00 a.m. Morning Worship

3:30 p.m. Basic Bells

4:30 p.m. Youth Choir

5:30 p.m. Youth

7:00 p.m. Morning Worship on TV 35

Monday, February 25

9:00 a.m. Preschool

10:00 a.m. Staff Meeting

Tuesday, February 26

8:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study/Golden Corral

9:00 a.m. Preschool

7:15 p.m. Adult Handbells

Wednesday, February 27

9:00 a.m. Preschool

12:30 p.m. Golden Notes Lunch

5:00 p.m. Children’s Choir

5:30 p.m. Fellowship Supper

6:10 p.m. Adult Bible Study

6:30 p.m. Chancel Choir

7:00 p.m. Advanced Youth Bells

Thursday, February 28

9:00 a.m. Preschool

Friday, March 1

9:00 a.m. Preschool

12:00 noon UMW World Day of Prayer

PINE FOREST VISION A Church where lives are changed; Hurting people are helped and healed;

Members become ministers for Christ

PINE FOREST UMC STAFF Wes Moye, Senior Pastor (484-9820)

Joel Dent, Director of Older Adult Ministries

Mary Crowson, Director of Music Ministries

Stan Rogowski, Youth Choir Director

Kim Dixon, Director of Children’s Ministries

Jordan Echols, Director of Youth Ministries

Josh Echols, Director of Evangelism & Discipleship

Linda Hodges, Preschool Director

Susan Dyches, Administrative Assistant

Nancy Stinson, Financial Secretary

Ann Wallace, Church Hostess

Betsy Moran, Organist

Frank Newman, Pianist

Wallace Pullins, Custodian