January 21, 2015 | Volume 14 Issue 2 jacksonfumc.org

SEEKING GOD | KNOWING CHRIST | SHARING HIS LOVE

DOWNTOWN JACKSON

A Newsletter Publication of First United Methodist Church, Jackson, Tennessee

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AT A GLANCE• Children’s Ministry• Parents Night Out - February 14 page 2

• Opportunities to Serve page 3

• Wednesday Evening Classes (WEF) page 4

• Adventures in Learning• 2015 Antique and Garden Show page 5

• Youth News - Souper Bowl of Caring• Men’s Ministries page 6

• Women’s Ministries page 7

• Memorials & Honoraria page 8

• Wanda’s Wellness Wisdom• January Mission Focus page 9

• Sunday Morning Sermon Topics page 10

Grant Awarded by Church Extension Committee of Jackson District UMC for Renovation of Andrews Chapel:

In November of 2014, the Trustees of Jackson First (chaired by Mr. Greg Stuart) applied for a $10,000 grant from the Jackson District Extension committee to assist with the on-going renovations of our Andrews Chapel campus. The District Extension Committee is that group which aids/assists with new church starts or, in this case, the “re-start” of a local church.

We were pleased and excited to receive a check in the office of Jackson First on Friday, January 11, 2015 granting the request for funds in full.

As you may be aware, volunteers Mark Owen and Brad Denton have been spear-heading a renovation of the former educational wing of the Andrews Chapel building. In the last few months, substantial repairs to the foundation were completed (through the long-standing termite policy) to the foundation of the sanctuary itself which dates to 1849.

These funds will allow Mark and Brad to finish the renovation of the former educational wing—completing its metamorphosis into a nursery for Sunday mornings/guest wing for visiting youth/mission groups and possible site of

overnight accommodations for families in crisis.

Immediate plans include the purchase of a stack washer/dryer unit, the completion of a restroom facility with shower stall, the addition of counter-tops, vanities and mirrors. A paint scheme consistent with the mid-1800s will be adopted, windows will be repaired/replaced in this wing, lighting added and floors refinished. Thanks to these funds and the hard work of Mark Owen, Brad Denton and other volunteers, this space will be thoroughly modernized and converted to usable space for ministry and outreach.

A big “thank-you” to our trustees, our District Superintendent, Dr. Richard Clark, Rev. Gary Morse of Lambuth Memorial UMC (Chairperson of the District Extension Committee), and our faithful heroes – Mark Owen and Brad Denton!

Mark Owen and Brad Denton accepting check for $10,000 from the Jackson District Conference.

Sermon Series

GRACEThrough February 8

Wednesday EveningPotluck Dinner

February 4 Bring your favorite salad, vegetable dish, or dessert. The church will provide fried chicken, sliced ham, and rolls.

Souper Bowl of CaringSunday, February 1

Super Bowl Sunday, bring your canned goods and cash to help support our youth and kids with their Canned Food Drive. Kids Who Care Club will also be having a Bake Sale.

All proceeds go to RIFA.

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“FUMC is a downtown church meeting the growing needs of younger generations”

Children’s MinistryJenni Thorn, Director of Children’s Ministry (jthorn@jacksonfumc.org)

Child Security Check-in System is now in place for Sundays and Wednesdays.

Kiosks are located in the nursery, welcome center, and children’s wing. Volunteers are available to help if needed.

Questions? Contact Jenni, jthorn@jacksonfumc.org or 731-422-4002.

Exciting things are happening for Children’s Wednesday Night Programming! Announcing Kingdom Kids from 5:45-7:00 p.m. Kingdom Kids is designed to guide children, ages 3-5th grade into developing a better understanding of who God is and what he has done, through a safe, compassionate, Bible-centered night of crafts, music, Bible lessons, and games.

Blessing of the Babies born in 2014Sunday, January 25 during 11:00 a.m. service

Kids Who Care Club - Sunday, January 255-6:30 p.m. at the church

Homeschool Open GymEvery other Friday: January 30, February 1310 a.m.-12 noon

Parents Night OutSaturday, February 14

5:30 - 8:30 p.m.(Infant - 5th Grade)

Dinner Provided - $6 per child, $20 Family Max.

Register at jacksonfumc.org by February 11

Stewardship Spotlight

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The New Year is in full swing and the First Awakening team is praying and hoping for new volunteers! Any proficiency level, any instrument, any age!Please speak with Amanda Larsen Wells after the service or send an e-mail to alarsenwells@jacksonfumc.org.

Many hands make light work…we’d love to have you join us!

Giving Envelope Opt-OutAre you receiving envelopes each month for your weekly offerings but don’t need them? Are you giving online or by ACH?Do you only give once a month, quarterly, or annually? If so, feel free to opt-out in receiving them.

To Opt-out receiving the offering envelopes, please email charlene@jacksonfumc.org or call Charlene at 731.422.4002.

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WE NEED YOU! Breaking Bread with Shut-Ins

One of the practices I have incorporated in my ministry is to share the Lord's Supper with folks who are homebound, living in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and the like. As many persons grow older, there comes a time when they are unable to physically attend and participate in the worshiping life of the church, which is truly heartbreaking to many who have attended from infancy. When that occurs, we who are more able have a responsibility to care for them and make their attendance and participation possible in another way. Because of this, we have dedicated folks at FUMC who are committed to taking communion once a month to the folks who call this church home but who aren’t able to attend on a regular basis.

Think of it this way – the good news of Jesus came to you through someone else. Quite often it was through the generations of the faithful who have gone before us. Therefore, it is helpful to be reminded that those who are willing but not able to make it downtown also want to continue to “taste and see that the Lord is good!”

Delivering communion to folks who are shut-in is truly a blessed ministry

and it is one in which we need your help. As time has passed, there have been folks who have needed to move into other areas of service in the church for various reasons. In addition, we have a growing number of members who are now unable to attend worship with the rest of our community.

As the need is before us, I ask you to pray about this opportunity, which is for one time per month.

If you are interested in ministering through this vital ministry, please contact Jeff Rudy or Jan Kelley, ministerial assistant, at the office, 422-4002.

Christ’s peace be with you,Pastor Jeff

(P.S. If you want to read more about how this practice has been meaningful to me, check out this post on my blog from a couple of years ago: http://wesleyanrudy.com/2012/09/11/breaking-bread-with-shut-ins/)

A handy and helpful booklet for every family!

Use it as a quick reference guide to know your committee leadership, staff and to learn how to get connected at Jackson FUMC!

Stop by the display in the lobby to pick up your copy.

2015 Guide to Life

atFirst United Methodist

Church

Have you picked up your copy?

Opportunities to Serve

Do you enjoy knitting?

A Prayer Shawl is a work of loving hands and hearts responding to the guidance of God’s Spirit, a tangible symbol of God’s love reaching in to human hearts through the prayers and service of others. Prayer Shawl Ministry members knit or crochet shawls that are given to individuals who are ill, suffering a loss, or are otherwise in the midst of a life crisis. Every time ministry team members work on the shawls, whether in a group or at home, they begin with prayer and scripture reading. Upon completion, another blessing is bestowed on the shawl and it is hand-delivered to the special recipient.

Knitters are needed… can you help? Contact Elsie Harris, 664-0973

Oops… Inadvertently Omitted Spiritual Formation TeamInsert page available for 2015 Guide to Life at FUMC booklet.

The Spiritual Formation Team seeks to provide opportunities for people to grow as Christian disciples.

SPIRITUAL FORMATIONJeff Rudy, Associate Pastor

Andrea WoodsJennifer TrentlyInge PooleScott MurrayMike ButlerBud HamiltonMorgan SpringChris Nye

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Calendar of Events

Calendar subject to change. Please call the church office, 422-4002 or

check the calendar at jacksonfumc.org

Sunday, January 25 8:30 AM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 9:45 AM Sunday School- Andrews Chapel

Campus 10:00 AM Sunday School - Downtown

Campus 11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown

Campus 3:00 PM Worship Committee Meeting 4:00 PM “The Current” UMY (offsite) 5:00 PM Kids Who Care Club 7:30 PM Middle School Girls Basketball

Monday, January 26 9:00 AM Kids at First 5:30 PM 2014 Stewardship Wrap-up 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball 7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop 12 7:00 PM Men’s Basketball

Tuesday, January 27 7:00 AM Men’s Prayer Breakfast 9:30 AM “Morning Jolt” Women’s Group 4:30 PM FitFirst 6:00 PM Church Youth League Basketball

Wednesday, January 28 9:00 AM Kids at First 10:00 AM Pastor’s Bible Study 2:30 PM WINGS 5:00 PM Open Gym-Youth 5:00 PM WEF Dinner / Downtown

Campus 6:00 PM WEF Classes/Activities 6:00 PM “The Current” UMY 6:00 PM Handbells 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship Team

Rehearsal 7:00 PM High School Girls Basketball

Practice 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir

Thursday, January 29 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Middle School Boys Basketball

Practice 6:30 PM High School Boys Basketball

Practice 7:30 PM Young Life High School Boys

Basketball Practice

Friday, January 30 8:30 AM Antique and Garden Show 10:00 AM Home School Open Gym 12:00 PM Mediator of the Day Program

Saturday, January 31 11:00 AM Non-Member Birthday Party 2:00 PM Member Birthday Party

Sunday, February 1 8:30 AM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus

Women’s Book Discussion “Hands Free Mama: Letting Go to Grasp What Really Matters” Susan Crocker, Valerie Johnstone and Jerri Sue Maxwell, leaders. Room: Library | Book Fee: $12Come and join in this discussion amongst friends.

Tech TalkLuke Woodruff, leader | Room 118Learning today’s technology, PCs, tablets, smart phones, internet, e-mail, social networking, online shopping and security.

Pastors’ Bible StudyDan Camp and Jeff Rudy, leaders | Room 119 A study on the book of Daniel

Table TalkEnjoy down time and fellowship. Coffee and dessert available in Clayton Hall until 7 p.m.

The Jesse Tree Felt Advent CalendarPam Carothers, Coordinator | Room: MezzanineThe Jesse Tree Advent Calendar focuses on God’s thread of redemption through the Old Testament leading up to the birth of Christ. This project will become a treasured part of your family’s Advent tradition.

Gym for MenCome in and shoot, scrimmage or just hang out! 6:00 – 6:45 p.m.

Through February 25, 2015 • 6-7 PM

Wednesday Evening ClassesThrough February 25

$7 Adults | $5 Children (under 12) | $24 Family MaximumPrices and menu subject to change.

Menus:January 28 - Pot Roast, Honey Mustard Chicken, Tomato with Basil, Corn Pudding, Sweet Potato, Salad, Roll, DessertFebruary 4 - Potluck - Bring your favorite salad, vegetable dish, or dessert. The church will provide fried chicken, sliced ham, and rolls.

Booklets available... pick up your copyWednesday Evening Fellowship (WEF) and Weekly Opportunities

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Calendar of Events

9:45 AM Sunday School- Andrews Chapel Campus

10:00 AM Sunday School - Downtown Campus

11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown Campus

4:00 PM Children’s Ministry Team Meeting

4:00 PM “The Current” UMY (offsite) 7:30 PM Middle School Girls Basketball

Monday, February 2 9:00 AM Kids at First 4:00 PM Conference Pension Meeting with

Bishop McAlilly 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball 7:00 PM Boy Scout Troop 12 7:00 PM Men’s Basketball

Tuesday, February 3 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 9:30 AM “Morning Jolt” Women’s Group 10:00 AM Conference Pension Meeting with

Bishop McAllily 4:30 PM FitFirst 6:00 PM Church Youth Leage Basketball

Wednesday, February 4 9:00 AM Kids at First 10:00 AM Pastor’s Bible Study 2:30 PM WINGS 3:45 PM Girl Scouts 5:00 PM Open Gym-Youth 5:00 PM WEF Potluck Dinner - Downtown

Campus 6:00 PM WEF Classes/Activities 6:00 PM “The Current” UMY 6:00 PM Handbells 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship Team

Rehearsal 7:00 PM High School Girls Basketball

Practice 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir

Thursday, February 5 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:00 PM Madison County Master

Gardeners 5:30 PM Middle School Boys Basketball

Practice 6:30 PM High School Boys Basketball

Practice

Friday, February 6 12:00 PM First Friday Forum

Saturday, February 7

Sunday, February 8 8:30 AM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 9:45 AM Sunday School - Andrews Chapel

Campus 10:00 AM Sunday School - Downtown

Campus 11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown

Campus 4:00 PM “The Current” UMY (offsite) 5:00 PM Kids Who Care Club 7:30 PM Middle School Girls Basketball

Adult OpportunitiesPam Jaco, pam@jacksonfumc.org

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20

For reservations, call the church office at 422-4002 or sign up online at jacksonfumc.org by Noon, Feb. 16.

2015 Antique and Garden Show of NashvilleFriday, January 308:30 AM - Leave Jackson FUMC parking lot$25/person (includes ticket and transportation)Only a few seats left! Reserve your spot today! Call the church office, 422-4002 or email pam@jacksonfumc.org. Lunch available on-site.

Mitzi Mathenia

will play the piano and sing some favorite songs. Other program

highlights will include four “mystery couples” sharing their love stories.

Program 11:00 a.m. Luncheon 12:00 noon

Clayton Hall$7.00 per person

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Men’s MinistriesDave Bratcher, dave.bratcher@star-center.org

Tuesdays, 7-7:45 a.m.Men’s Weekly Bible StudyThe Book of ActsClayton Hall Conference Room

ACTS

“The Current” YouthOpen to 7th-12th graders

Taylor Parimore, Director of Student Ministries (tparimore@jacksonfumc.org)Search for “The Current UMY” on Facebook

“FUMC is a downtown church meeting the growing needs of younger generations”

“Current” Youth Programming meets from 6-7 p.m. in the following homes on Sunday nights in January:

7-9th girls meet at the Vaughan’s home10-12th girls meet at the New’s home7-9th boys meet at the Rabun’s home10-12th boys meet at Wingstop.

Questions? Contact Taylor Parimore, Director of Student Ministries, 422-4002 or tparimore@jacksonfumc.org.

Souper Bowl of CaringSunday, February 1Youth and Kids Who Care Club (KWCC) are teaming up to raise money for RIFA. On Super Bowl Sunday, bring your canned goods and cash to help support our youth and kids with their Canned Food Drive.

Kids Who Care Club will also be having a Bake Sale that day with all proceeds going to RIFA.

Come Support the youth in Church League BasketballWe have lots of youth representing FUMC in Church league this year. Come check them out!

January 26thMiddle School girls 8:15 p.m. at Westwood

January 27thHigh School guys 6:15 p.m. at FUMCMiddle School guys 6:15 p.m. at WestwoodYoung Life team 8:15 p.m. at FUMC

January 29thHigh School girls 6:15 p.m. at Westwood

January 30thMiddle school guys 6:15 p.m. at Westwood

February 3rdHigh school guys 6:15 p.m. at FUMCMiddle School girls 7:15 p.m. at Westwood

February 5thHigh school girls 6:15 p.m. at Westwood Young life team 8:15 p.m. at First Presbyterian

February 6thMiddle School guys 6:15 p.m. at Westwood

(Full schedule posted in Gym)

Tuesday, January 27Prayer Breakfast

Men of all ages welcome!

7-8 a.m.Clayton Hall

Suggested Donation: $7

Menu: Bacon, eggs, sausage, biscuits, fruit, pastry, juice and coffee

Polar Bear Swim

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Women’s MinistriesSusan Crocker, Director of Women’s Ministry, scrocker@jacksonfumc.org

Find us on Facebook: “Soul Sisters Jackson FUMC”

Morning Jolt

Come as you are - gym clothes or ready for the day!In and Out in an Hour

Tuesdays in January & February

9:30-10:30 a.m. in the LibraryLet’s Meet for Lunch

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Feb 19th - ComeUnity Cafe

Ladies, come on out for a lunch-bunch group. Yes, life is busy… you are busy...but a girl’s gotta eat. Grab a friend and come on out for lunch!

WEF Women Book Discussion January-February6-7 p.m.

Join Susan Crocker, Jerri Sue Maxwell, and Valerie Johnstone as they discuss the book “Hands Free Mama” after Wednesday Evening Fellowship dinner.

Did life even exist before social media? Yes, young mom’s we have been right where you are now and we are still rearing kids in college. Come and join in this discussion amongst friends.Leave your cell phone in the basket.

2015 WINTER EVENTSgrowing • connecting • serving

Women’sMinistry

Tue, Jan-Feb Morning Jolt in the Library 9:30-10:30 a.m. “People Can’t Drive You Crazy If You Don’t Give Them the Keys”Wed, Jan-Feb WEF Women Book Discussion “Hands Free Mama”* 6-7 p.m. Th, Feb 12 Cooking in the Big Easy with Leslie 5:30 p.m. Church KitchenTh, Feb 19 Let’s Meet for Lunch ComeUnity Cafe 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Wed, Feb 25 Between Friends Monthly Book Club* 5:15 p.m. MezzanineWed, Mar. 11 Liberty Garden Tour and Lunch 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Wed, Mar. 18 Between Friends Monthly Book Club* 5:15 p.m. MezzanineWed, Mar. 25 Between Friends Book Club Trip to Oxford, Mississippi

*Childcare provided with reservation.

Books available for $10 first day of class.

New York Times best seller about survival and strength.

SoulSisters

Between Friends

Book Club“Into the

Free” by Julie Cantrell

Wednesday, Feb. 185:15 p.m. • FUMC Mezzanine

Class will dismiss for 6:00 p.m. Ash Wednesday

Service

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Memorials

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

JOHN HAMMONSThe following donations are Designated to the Andrews Chapel Cemetery FundElena BarhamCarol & Henry JonesLina & Fred BowyerBob & Kay Brown

DR. BOB SMITHFrances SpencerBubba & Carolyn Walker

JESSIE (JAY) HILL FORDJames & Suzanne Barnes

SUZANNE TIPTONFrances SpencerRalph LeverettBill & Lorie White

TOM VOEGELIJudy HardyEarl MarshallLarry & Frannie SmithAl & Marty NolesBrenda Alexander (Doors)James & Suzanne BarnesClinical Services Dept. – West Tennessee Healthcare

JAMES MATTHEWSBrenda Alexander (Doors)Bubba & Carolyn WalkerJames & Suzanne BarnesEmmett & Barbara Barker

DEBBIE GAINESLowell & Mary Ann StonecipherMrs. Leo MartindalePat & Jim ScottSally DabneyBeau & Shelby SpraginsJesse & Melinda ThomasHarold & Debbie Nerren

ED MARTINPat & Jim ScottSally DabneyEarl MarshallBrenda Alexander (Doors)

ED CROCKERBubba & Carolyn WalkerJames & Suzanne BarnesC. V. Alexander, Jr.

ANN WRIGHTCathy Wright

GRAILYN BROOKSJames & Suzanne Barnes

RYMAN RALLSNancy Rahm (Music)

MONA HICKSJames & Suzanne Barnes

RUSSELL RICE Brenda Alexander (Doors)Bubba & Carolyn WalkerJames & Suzanne Barnes

LUCY BUTLERBubba & Carolyn Walker

MARK MURRAYAllen & Betsy Dement

WILLIAM RUSSELL RICE, SR.WILLIAM RUSSELL RICE, JR.THOMAS H. STALLINGSVIRGINIA STALLINGSJAMES KEITH STALLINGSMR. & MRS. JAMES T. STEVENS, SR.DR. & MRS. HAROLD VINSONJOHN NUCKOLLSMR. DAVID NUCKOLLSMRS. BERNICE JESSUPCOLONEL & MRS. FORREST V. DURANDGEORGE BOYDDR. H. LYNN PARSONSCraig & Tom Stallings Family (Pastors’ Fund)

IN LOVING HONOR OF

MRS. EDNA RICECraig & Tom Stallings Family (Pastors’ Fund)

FRANNIE & LARRY SMITHLOUANNE & KING BONDGRACE ANN & BEN HOUSEKATHY & RAY BUTTSMARTHA & JERRY KIZERGLENN FESMIREMr. & Mrs. Joe H. Byrd, Jr.

First Friday ForumFebruary 6Noon-1:00 p.m.Clayton HallCost: $7 per person

Church Life is a free and easy-to-use app. Instantly connect with members with your iPhone or iPad, using your member log-in to access.

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Interested in a quick way to call or e-mail a church friend? More and more FUMC members are finding the ACS Church Life app a great discovery!

PARENTS DAY OUT

Mondays & Wednesdays9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Ages 8 weeks - 5 years

To register, call the church office, 731-422-4002.

Kids@Firs

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Wanda’s Wellness WisdomWanda Scanlon, FUMC Health & Welfare RepresentativeRN, Regional Hospital of Jackson, TN

New Year’s Resolutions

I resolve to exercise, be nicer, lose weight, quit smoking... and the list goes on. Ridiculous you scoff! Hold on just a minute! Studies have shown resolutions not to be a waste of time, especially the health ones. I can’t say in regard to “be nice”. That one is harder to measure. Resolvers improve their odds of success just by being conscious of changing bad behaviors. Statistically by the end of January, 64% are hanging in there and 6 months later 44% are still at it.

10 Tips To Improve the Odds for Positive Change in 2015.

1. Make a realistic plan - You really can’t lose 25 lbs in one month.2. Believe in yourself - You CAN stop smoking and you really should

today. 3. Get support - There are plenty of others in your boat, no matter what

your resolution.4. Spell out the details - Do you eat out frequently? Have a plan for dealing

with choices and calories. There are web sites that break down every restaurant’s nutrition information.

5. Set mini goals - Ten minutes of daily exercise are better than none. You can’t become a marathon runner overnight.

6. Manage your cravings - This comes easier as you alter bad habits.7. Control your environment - Does watching football with friends equal

unhealthy food, drinks, or worse? Remember, you’re the boss of you! 8. Do the opposite of what you usually do - If you usually have coffee and

a morning cigarette first thing, try 15 minutes of gentle stretching before you make Java.

9. Reward yourself - You deserve it. 10. Most importantly, anticipate slips and deal with them constructively.

Don’t give up just because you slipped. Give yourself the grace to “do over”. God certainly does!

Mission Corner

January Mission Focus: Area Relief Ministries’ Hub Club Snack DriveFor more information please visit areareliefministries.org.

January Mission Chest Items: individually wrapped fruit snacks, chips, granola bars, and drinks

Drop items off in the collection box in your Sunday School class or place in the “Way to Give” arch the last Sunday of January.

FUMC FOUNDATION“Consider transferring the ownership of some of your life insurance to the Church. The cash value, when given, plus the annual premium may qualify for an income tax deduction.”

If you would like more information about the Foundation, please contact Jacki Hoveskeland at 731-422-4002 or stop by the church office.

The next Publication of the First Edition Newsletter is February 4, 2015

Please submit articles to bobbie@jacksonfumc.org by Jan. 30

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Pastor’s Bible StudyWednesday Morning

Resumes January 2810-11 a.m.

Room 118 (Religion for Life)

Enjoy the original, fun, informative series or the

new humorous series examining the struggles

congregations face.chuckknowschurch.comCheck it out at jacksonfumc.org

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SundayJanuary 25

SundayFebruary 1

Andrews Chapel Services:8:30 a.m. Worship Service9:45 a.m. Sunday School

“Grace: Part III”Dan Camp, preaching Jennifer Trently, lay speaker

FUMC Downtown Services:8:55 a.m. First Awakening10:00 a.m. Sunday School11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship

“The Light of the World“Chris Nye, lay speakerJames 2:14-20; Isaiah 43:1-3

“Grace: Part II”Jeff Rudy, preachingRomans 3:21-26; 5:20

Communion