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

FIRST EDITIONMay 25, 2011 | Volume 10 Issue 10 jacksonfumc.org

SEEKING GOD | KNOWING CHRIST | SHARING HIS LOVE

FIRST EDITIONWe are people of story, history, and heritage. Our faith has been passed down from generation to generation. The Apostle Paul makes

this clear when writing to the Corinthians: “For I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you…” (1 Corinthians 11:23). He goes on to teach them about the Lord’s Supper and shares the tenets of our faith with them.

Not long after I came to FUMC, Jim Holmes took me to lunch and shared

with me something he had been told by a professor and mentor to him: “Anyone who knows nothing of his or her ancestry before his or her grandparents lives as an orphan.” It struck a chord with me and clearly with Jim as well, as those words compelled him to write a memoir for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren called No Orphans. I read Jim’s book, and I hope someday

to write my own, so that those in my family will know about the lives of those who made their lives possible.

Sunday, May 29th, we will celebrate our “Heritage at FUMC!” We will all join together for one worship service in Clayton Hall at 10 a.m., sharing memories of the church’s past, celebrating the present, with Dr. Paul Clayton offering perspective as we look to the future. Many of our members have provided photos that will be featured, and some of our senior members will share their memories through a DVD interview. By sharing in the wisdom of these saints among us, we will better learn how to live out our faith in Jesus Christ as we join “All In Ministry” together. Perhaps above all, we will remember that in the faith and witness of our church, none of us is an orphan.

David Hollis

Everyone is invited to come and worship together

Heritage SundaySunday, May 29

10:00 a.m. • Clayton HallNo Sunday School

Special lunch to follow in the Gym

A Great Heritage is Ours!

MenuGrilled chicken breastGrilled pork tenderloinChopped Greek saladBaked potato salad

Fresh corn & basil saladFresh baked cookies and

browniesKids’ menu - chicken

nuggets & fruit

Photos from

the past

Upbeat

music

“from the heart”

video interviews

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Congratulations!• Chris and Joy Whetstone on the

birth of their daughter Grace Adair Whetstone on May 18, 2011. Proud grandparents are Barry and Rosalind Whetstone.

• Jane Ramer on the birth of her grandson James Noah Milone.

• The FUMC Men’s Basketball Team who won the entire church league championship!

Greeters for Sunday, May 29Jim & Ida Holmes

Jim McLemore

Greeters for Sunday, June 5Sam & Dicky Welch

Brian & Ashley TaylorGreg & Allycin Alexander

Georgia Whitten Justin & Jayme Spencer

Val ExumKaren HopperRobert Nelson

If you are unable to greet, please find a replacement.

Greeters

Sympathies• Sympathy is extended to Allan Camp and family in the death of his grandmother Juana Maria Chaves in Miami, FL.

• Sympathy is extended to Steve Spring and family in the death of his stepfather, Carroll Gordon Gearin in Greenfield, TN.

• Sympathy is extended to Lula Bingham on the May 12, 2011 death of her sister-in-law Minnie Lee Walker in Brentwood, TN.

Senior Adult CornerPam Jaco, Director of Senior Adults

Reserve your spot to attend the Disney classic

Beauty and the Beastat the Orpheum Theater, Memphis, TN

Saturday, June 18 • 2:00 p.m.Leave church at 11:30 a.m. Cost: $125Includes chartered bus, premium orchestra seating, and box lunch.

Call the church office 422-4002 or e-mail pam@jacksonfumc.org to reserve your tickets.

Summer Wednesday Evening Fellowship “Barbeque & Barn DancinG

at Darleen & Frank Lawrence’s BarnWednesday, June 15

Bobbie Keeton and her Rockabilly Line Dancers will host an hour of Rockabilly Line Dancing for all ages.

Enjoy barbeque with all the fixins!Dinner 6:00 - 6:45 p.m.

Dancing 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.(will provide lawn games for kids/teens)

Cost: $6 Adults, $3 Children, $20 Family MaximumDirections to Lawrance’s Barn: Take airways/HWY 70 west past airport. Go about 2.5 miles. Left on Algie Neely Road. Barn entrance just past home entrance. 2nd driveway on the right from highway.

Youth News & Events

Upcoming Mission Trips• Junior High Reelfoot Mission Trip - June 2-4• Chicago Mission Trip - June 26 - July 2. Sign up in the youth office ASAP.

July 17-226-12 Grade

Register online jacksonfumc.org

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Due to space limitations we request that adults only attend the ceremony.

You are cordially invited to the wedding ceremony of

Katie Elizabeth McWatters and

David Brent HollisSaturday, June 11th

at 6:00 p.m. at Emmanuel United Methodist

Church in Memphis, TNand

to a First United Methodist Church reception

in Clayton Hall Saturday, June 25th

from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.

PRESERVING LAMBUTH’S PAST...To honor the 168 year history of Lambuth, you’re invited to join in crafting Lambuth’s Alma Mater’s legacy. Alumni and friends of Lambuth can create a permanent reminder of time spent on the hallowed grounds of our beloved school. Paved from the historic front gates, the sidewalk of Varnell-Jones Hall will be lined with simple red bricks. Your choice of words will preserve your devotion to Lambuth. ...PAVING THE WAY FORWARD

Bricks are available in 3 sizes at various costs:$200.00 -- 4 x 8 brick (18 characters / 3 lines)$300.00 -- 8 x 8 brick (18 characters / 6 lines)$1,000.00 -- 12 x 12 brick (18 characters / 10 lines)

To make a gift online, visit lambuth.eduTo purchase a brick or make a gift by credit card, please call 1-800-LAMBUTHPlease respond no later than May 26, 2011

AUCTIONSATURDAY, MAY 28

at 10:00 A.M.Jack Morris Ballroom in the

Wilder Student Union Building

Lambuth University will auction many items from its treasury of historical artifacts and antiques through a famed, regional auction firm. John Dwight Stevens, owner and proprietor of Stevens Auction Company of Aberdeen, MS, will be heading the sale of one-of-a-kind pieces of art, antique furniture, vintage wedding dresses, and rare, antique books. A vast array of performance pianos—from a Steinway Concert Grand to baby grands will also be among many other unique historical items that have been a part of Lambuth’s 168 year history.

A preview for all items to be auctioned will be held on Friday, May 27th, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

2011 MEMPHIS ANNUAL

CONFERENCEPADUCAH, KY

JUNE 5-8memphis-umc.net

Note of AppreciationMany thanks to these wonderful volunteers who greeted, welcomed, and assisted as receptionists for the photo sessions for the new pictorial directory.

Jackie RheneySuzanne WellesTammy McCoy

Carolyn YarbroughPat Scott

Betty BettermanKathryn Jobe

Ruth Ann SmithBarbara BarkerCraig StallingsTom StallingsAnn Lawrence

Darleen LawrenceAlice Eblen

Doris TownsendJoyce Smith

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Music NotesDarian Krimm, Director of Music and Worship Arts

Mini FestKids’ Music Day Camp

Register at the church or jacksonfumc.org

June 6-109:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Cost: $50Grades K-5th

Wednesday, July 27th at 7:00 p.m. The 16-voice ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Melodie Galloway, is a part of the ministry of Lake Junaluska and the Southeastern Jurisdiction. In addition to their busy schedule of home concerts, the Junaluska Singers perform many concerts throughout the southeast annually.

Be sure to come for the Summer Wednesday Evening Fellowship dinner at 6:00 p.m. and stay for the concert at 7:00 p.m.

FUMC is pleased to host SAVETHE DATE!

Memorials & Honoraria

IN LOVING MEMORY

Erlyn Webb (Wife of Barton Webb) Bettie Graves (Pastors’ Fund) Elaine Dooley Bobbie Edwards Bob & Peggy Huffman Dr. John R. Nelson Sandra & Nip McKnight Walter Mischke Becky & Harry Lane (Pastor’s Fund) Susan & Bob Sigman (Pastor’s Fund) Carolyn Forde Bob & Carlene March Bettylu Marsden Dr. Jim McLemore Hunter & Suzanne Welles (Pastors’

Fund) Bill & Mary Jane Woodruff Paul Hampton Phyllis Armstrong

John Townsend (Husband of Doris Townsend; Father of James Townsend) Bob & Carlene March Tom & Hope Voegeli Kathryn Fonda Bettie Graves (Pastors’ Fund) Elaine Dooley Bob & Peggy Huffman Dr. John R. Nelson Sandra & Nip McKnight Walter Mischke Becky & Harry Lane (Pastor’s Fund) Susan & Bob Sigman (Pastor’s Fund) Dr. Jim McLemore Hunter & Suzanne Welles (Pastors’

Fund) Bill & Mary Jane Woodruff Peggy Robbins Paul Hampton Evelyn Borden McNeill Commercial Real Estate-

Germantown, TN. Ann & Earl Marshall Joan & Jake McInnis

Cissy Shires (Daughter-in-law of Dave & Niki Shires) Sandra & Nip McKnight Lydia Circle - FUMC Tammy McCoy

Clifford Armstrong (Husband of Phyllis Armstrong) Bobbie Edwards Dr. John R. Nelson Sandra & Nip McKnight Walter Mischke Bill & Mary Jane Woodruff Peggy Robbins

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More volunteers needed!Join the FUMC crew Saturday, June 4

944 E. College StreetHouse Dedication June 26Families are invited to come out and help with painting and trim work. Come to work from 8 a.m. to noon, noon to 4 p.m., or all day.

Questions? Call David Hollis, 422-4002 or Mark Owen, 424-7164.

Mission Notes

June Mission Focus: Youth Town

Youth Town is a Christian residential treatment center committed to helping troubled teenage youths and their families. Youth Town has over 40 years of experience in counseling teenage youths with alcohol and drug addiction, and teenage behavior problems.

June Mission Chest Needs (for boys ages 12-17): white t-shirts white socks athletic shortsunderwear/boxers tennis shoes sizes 9, 10,11,12

These items may be placed in the Mission Chests located in the church lobbies through the end of June.

Memorials & Honoraria

Paul Krone (Husband of Connie Krone) Sandra & Nip McKnight Dr. Jim McLemore Evelyn Borden

Barbara Anthony (Mother of Rebecca Smith) Bill & Mary Jane Woodruff

James Coplin (Father of Cathy Benson)

Sandra & Nip McKnight Tammy McCoy

Augie Hirt (Father of Niki Shires) Sandra & Nip McKnight Tammy McCoy

Loy Long (Husband of Laurice Long) Becky & Harry Lane (Pastor’s Fund) Susan & Bob Sigman (Pastor’s Fund) Ann & Earl Marshall

Frances Budde (Sister of Thomasine Witherspoon) Phyllis Armstrong

Nancy Cranford (Sister of Peggy Jimerson) Becky & Harry Lane (Pastor’s Fund) Susan & Bob Sigman (Pastor’s Fund)

Joel Price (Brother of James Price) Sandra & Nip McKnight

IN LOVING HONOR OF

Andrea WoodsPaul Clayton “Jesus In The Gospels” Class

(UMCOR-2011 Spring Storms)

In observance of Memorial Day, the church

office will be closed Monday, May 30

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Weekly Opportunities

Sunday, May 29 10:00 AM Heritage Sunday Joint

Worship Service and Baptism No Sunday School 11:00 AM Churchwide Fellowship

Monday, May 30 Church Office Closed/

Memorial Day

Tuesday, May 31 1:00 PM Staff Meeting 4:15 PM Zumba 5:30 PM Finance Committee Meeting

Wednesday, June 1 10:00 AM Zumba 5:30 PM First Awakening Band

Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, June 2 Junior High Mission Trip 5:30 PM Senior Olympic Basketball 6:00 PM Wesley SS Class Party 6:00 PM Fun Day 3rd-5th Grades

Friday, June 3 Junior High Mission Trip 10:00 AM Zumba

Saturday, June 4 Junior High Mission Trip 9:30 AM RIFA Zumba-Thon

Sunday, June 5 Annual Conference/Paducah Communion Sunday 9:00 AM First Awakening Service 10:00 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service 3:00 PM Eagle Scout Court of Honor 4:00 PM VBS Training Mtg

Monday, June 6 Annual Conference/Paducah 9:00 AM Mini-Fest 10:00 AM Moms on Monday

Tuesday, June 7 Annual Conference/Paducah 9:00 AM Mini-Fest 4:15 PM Zumba

Wednesday, June 8 Annual Conference/Paducah 9:00 AM Mini-Fest 10:00 AM Zumba 5:30 PM First Awakening Band

Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

Little Dresses for Africa All women are invited to a “Second Dressmaking Party” for the benefit of orphan girls in Africa.

Friday, May 27 • 6-10 p.m. Mezzanine

At the first session, 22 women in 4 hours made 39 dresses! But before shipping, the group wanted to have enough dresses in all sizes to send. Come join the fun…and spread lots of joy and hope!

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Weekly Opportunities

Thursday, June 9 9:00 AM Mini-Fest

Friday, June 10 9:00 AM Mini-Fest 10:00 AM Zumba 5:00 PM MiniFest Performance 6:00 PM MiniFest Recption

Saturday, June 11 No Events Scheduled

Sunday, June 12 9:00 AM First Awakening Service 10:00 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Havercamp Baptism 11:00 AM Traditional Service and Baptism

FUMC Kids’ NewsKitty Allen, Director of Children’s Ministry

Proverbs 22:6 - Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.

Vacation Bible School

June 20-23 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Age 3 - 5th GradeRegister online jacksonfumc.org

Moms On MondaysBring your children to play in the church gym

and enjoy the company of other MOMs!Each Monday beginning June 6

10:00 am to 12:00 noonNo reservations necessary

Invite your friends and enjoy the fellowship.Questions: Contact Kitty Allen at kallen@jacksonfumc.org or 422-4002

The Jackson Generals 3rd-5th grade • Thursday, June 16

6:30 p.m.

SUMMER FUN DAYS

Pre-School Fun Day at Conger ParkThursday, June 16

10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

Pool Party at Carmichael’s Pool K-2nd grade • Tuesday, July 26

2:00-4:00 p.m.

Combined Summer Sunday School

June/July Mezzanine

with Joel Allen and Chris Nye

We will be studying the Apostle Paul on some of the following topics: 1) The end of days (as in, “Will

Jesus return on May 21?”) 2) The doctrine of faith alone

(Why was he willing to fight for it?)

3) The clash of faith and culture 4) God’s purposes for

environment (Just how green was Paul?)

5) Providence and pain (If I’m really godly, can I be assured the good life?)

6) Paul and Women in Ministry Come join us! This is, of course, completely optional but might be a nice change in the summer Sunday School doldrums.

First Edition May 25, 2011

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SEEKING GOD | KNOWING CHRIST | SHARING HIS LOVE

Heritage SundayClayton Hall • 10:00 a.m.

No Sunday School • Lunch to follow in Gym

Combined First Awakening and Traditional Worship

Traditional Worship ServiceCommunion Sunday

Sanctuary • 11:00 a.m.

First Awakening Contemporary Worship Service Communion Sunday

Clayton Hall • 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School

10:00 a.m.

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• The rosebud on the altar May 22 was placed in honor of the birth of Grace Adair Whetstone, born May 18, 2011, daughter of Chris and Joy Whetstone and granddaughter of Rosalind and Barry Whetstone.