November 4, 2015 | Volume 14 Issue 18 jacksonfumc.org

SEEKING GOD | KNOWING CHRIST | SHARING HIS LOVE

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

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2015 Charge ConferenceSunday, November 8 • Everyone invited!

Jackson FUMC will be hosting the following south sector churches of the Tennessee River District: Aldersgate, East Trinity/Beech Bluff/Mt. Pleasant, Jackson First, Lambuth Memorial, Lester’s Chapel, Malesus, and Wesley Chapel/Bemis.3 p.m. Mission Fair - Newman Center (lower level) with

displays from each church. 4 p.m. All churches will worship together in Clayton Hall with

Richard Clark, District Superintendent, preaching.

A feast for all, complete with turkey, dressing, and all the trimmings and desserts!$10 Adults, $5 Children, $25 Family Max.featuring Men’s Choir and Children’s ChoirGuest speaker, Lisa Peoples, Executive Director of Area Relief Ministries (ARM)In the midst of our plenty, we will be taking up a Thanksgiving offering for ARM.2016 Commitment Cards may also be turned in as an expression of our thankfulness to God and our investment in the Lord’s mission and ministry through Jackson FUMC in the coming year.

All are invited to a special service

honoring VeteransSunday, Nov. 8

5:30 p.m.Andrews Chapel Campus

3820 Brownsville Rd, Hwy 70Message by

Rev. Bill Franklin, retired Navy Reception to follow

*RSVP by 12 p.m., Monday, Nov. 9. Call the church office, 422-4002.

it’s time for anupdated PortraitWe are pleased to offer you the service of professional photography. Please allow up to an hour from the time of your appointment for check-in, photography and portrait selection.

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Our new church directory won’t be complete without you! Don’t miss out!3 easy ways to sign-up:1) jacksonfumc.org 2) In the church lobby Sundays, November 8 & 153) Call the church office, 422-4002, and ask for Beverly Denton or Bobbie Mays.

Each family will receive a complimentary 8x10 photo and directory.

Photo Session DatesNovember 5-7 & 17-20

Annual Thanksgiving Dinner, Music, & MoreNovember 18 • 5-7 p.m.

*Town Hall Lunch MeetingTuesday, Nov. 10 12:00-1:30 p.m.

Clayton Hall

LOOKING TO THE FUTURE

Town « Hall « Meetingswith consultant, Dr. Bob Winstead

Everyone invited! An opportunity to have dialogue with Dr. Winstead to help prayerfully discern the future of Jackson FUMC

Town Hall Meeting

Monday, Nov. 9 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Clayton Hall

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Wednesday Night ClassesThrough November 11

Dinner 5:00-6:15 p.m. | Classes 6:00-7:00 p.m.Meal Cost: $6 Adults, $4 Children under 12, $20 Family Max.

November 4 Menu: Spaghetti, cream chicken over wild rice, french cut green beans, corn, rolls, desserts.November 11 Menu: Soup, sandwiches, salad

• The Life and Times of John Wesley - Rm. 119Nov. 4 – Join pastor Dan in a discussion of how we deal with theological struggles within the church, getting caught up on terminology, and even the relational struggles in the family - 1740s-1770s. Nov. 11 - “Offer Them Christ” and “God is with Us” with Jeff Rudy – Wesley’s mature years of resignation, starting a new institution, encouraging Wilberforce in the abolitionist movement, dealing with death (including his own brother, Charles’ death) and dying well himself – 1780-1791.

• Men’s Discussion Group - Clayton HallJoin Scott Murray for a time of men gathering together sharing in informal conversation around tables.

• Short Stories with Niles - Rm. 117 Nov. 4 & 11 – Niles will be sharing from a variety of short stories published in literary journals around the world, some of which will make up his second collection. Samples can be read at www.nilesreddick.com

• The Modern Family -Children’s Gathering Room Nov. 4 – “Dad Matters - The Spiritual Influence of Fathers” led by David Eblen.Nov. 11 - “The Bully and the Bullied” led by Cindy Spring.

• Yoga - Mezzanine This class begins with gentle yoga poses and increase in levels based on the abilities and needs of the participants. Instructor: Linda Segerson of Dragonfly Yoga. Cost: $5/session. Please bring a yoga mat and water to class. 2 yoga blocks are also recommended.

• Co-Ed Volleyball for Youth and Adults – Come join the fun in the gym!

• Kingdom Kids (age 3-5th grade)A safe, compassionate, Bible-centered night of crafts, music, Bible lessons, games, and dinner for kids from 5:55-7:00 p.m.

• Confirmation Class (6th grade)

• Youth (7-12 grade) Fellowship time.

Confirmand Readers

My name is Ayden Graves. My favorite subjects in school are science and art. I have a brother and sister, Ellen and Wallace, (who are twins) and they are

9 years old and in 3rd grade. I love animals. We have two cats (Mittens and Millie), 3 rabbits, (Thumper, Rascal, and Snowball) and 5 goldfish. My favorite books are Harry Potter and Percy Jackson. I love sports!

My name is Charles William Cox II, but everyone calls me Liam for short. I was named after my grandfather. I am 11 years old and a 6th grader at

Jackson Christian School. My father is Kevin Miles Cox, Sr. and I have a 15 year old brother, Miles. My grandparents are Charles and Betsy Cox. I have gone to church at FUMC my whole life. I love to hunt, fish, and am a member of St. Mary’s Boy Scout Troop 6. I also play baseball, tennis, golf, and football. I enjoy playing video games with my friends and taking care of my little cousins when they come to Jackson.

Staff SpotlightCathy Benson and John Pinto, Weekend Facilities AssistantsCathy and John take care of opening and closing the church building for scheduled events as needed on Friday evenings, Saturday mornings, afternoons and evenings , room set up as needed and coffee set up for Sunday mornings. Cathy Benson John Pinto

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“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”

November 13-15th Fall Retreat-LakeshoreCost: $125; Signup by Sunday, Oct. 25

November 29thNo Youth classes

December 2nd Family Advent Night5-7 p.m.

December 6th Youth Christmas Party5-7 p.m.

FALL EVENTS

30 Days of Prayer CalendarAvailable at jacksonfumc.org and and at the church receptionist desk.

Want to know more about apportionments?

Join Larry Davis, Memphis Conference TreasurerSunday, November 8

10-10:50 a.m. during the Sunday School hour

Larry will explain and answer questions about what apportionments are, why we have them and the support of Jackson FUMC.

GivingSigns

THANKSof

The Stories of ThanksgivingIt’s the season for apple cider, cinnamon candles and harvest festivals. It’s the season for wool sweaters, knit caps and cooling pies. It’s the season for Thanksgiving.

At Jackson First United Methodist Church (FUMC), we’re celebrating “Signs of Thanksgiving” during our annual stewardship campaign. Our church is recognizing the blessings God bestows on us through your tithes and offerings. In doing so, we’re inviting guest speakers to talk during Sunday services and Wednesday Evening Fellowships about how your gifts support church staff, facilities, ministries, apportionments and more.

Wednesday, November 4, hear guest speaker Gail Gustafson, Executive Director of The Dream Center, share about their homeless shelter and transitional housing facility for women and children in Jackson. We’ll hear stories about how our support is giving center staff opportunities to love, improve and invest in local lives.

Then, on Sunday, Nov. 8, from 10 to 10:50 a.m., Memphis Conference Treasurer Larry Davis will discuss apportionments in Clayton Hall. This is your chance to find out exactly what the word, “apportionment,” means and why it keeps popping up on your church budget reports.

On Nov. 11, Aspell Recovery Center Executive Director Richard Barber will explain how his organization is helping chemically dependent men. A man who has

completed the center’s program will tell his own story, as well. Our church supports Aspell and its efforts to free the addicted, so its victories are our blessings.

Finally, Sally Graves will join our Sunday services on Nov. 15 with her testimony, “How I Learned to Give.” It’s her personal “Signs of Thanksgiving” story.

As a member of our church, you are an integral part of ministries like the Dream Center, Aspell Recovery Center, and other ministries vital to our community. We invite you to increase your involvement by filling out the Commitment Card you received in your stewardship packet. Through it, you can devote tithes, financial gifts, prayer, presence, service or witness to the church.

Place your card in the envelope found in your packet and mail it back to Jackson FUMC or return it to your Sunday School class. We’re collecting cards Nov. 18 during our Thanksgiving dinner and Nov. 22 during Celebration Sunday, as well. Or, you may give online at www.jacksonfumc.org.

Today, ponder your own blessings. What are your signs of thanksgiving?

The youth and I want to thank you for all the help with the Fall Festival! It was a great success and fun night of fellowship. We raised $1,651! This will be a great help for us planning our summer trips.

- Taylor Parimore

Monthly Mission Focus Collection:

Reelfoot Rural Ministries Toy Drive

Nov. Mission Chest Needs: Bring new, unwrapped toys for kids in need. A list of toys is available at http://bit.ly/1RCPCHu or jacksonfumc.org under Ministries>Missions>Monthly Mission Focus

Please bring items Sunday, November 29 and put them under the “Way to Give Arch” in the main lobby.

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

Search for “The Backyard - Jackson FUMC Children’s Ministry” on Facebook

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

First Friday ForumNovember 612:00-1:00 p.m.Clayton HallCost: $7 per personProgram: Chris Felder of Grubb’s Grocery

Like us on FacebookFUMC Jackson TN

Connect with FUMC

SIT & FITthrough November 19

Tuesdays 9:30-10:15 a.m.Thursdays 4:00-4:45 p.m.

New for men and women of all ages! Join Esther Milam for a class in the Mezzanine.

Participants are asked to bring a towel and happy thoughts... come and try out the class!

Youth Church League Basketball 2016Sign up at the gym office or e-mail marilynn@jacksonfumc.orgby Nov. 21, 2015

Registration/Jersey Fee: $60$25 of fee reimbursed for returned jersey at end of season.

Coaches needed - See Marilynn for info!Games from January - early March Join the Bible Reading Challenge!

Through December 31, kids and families are encouraged to read through the book of Luke. Pick up your reading plan in Sunday School. Turn it in to Mrs. Jenni by January 3 for a prize!

Happy Fall Ya’ll Girls Night OutThank you, Jerri Sue Maxwell and all her helpers for a fun evening for forty women. We ate Tulum Tacos and made the cutest pumpkin arrangements! More pictures are on the Soul Sister’s facebook page.

Drop & ShopDec. 12 • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Cost: $6 per child, $20 Family Max.Infant - 5th Grade

Sign up at jacksonfumc.org

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

There are now two ways to join

Morning Jolt

Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Library

orthrough email synopsis

Tuesday afternoonContact Susan to be added to the email list. There will be a link to a video of the series you can watch at home.

Books available in the Library or read along from home.

Here is our schedule:

Nov 10 Read Chapter 10-12Nov 17 NO CLASSNov 24 We finish the book

Questions? Contact Susan at scrocker@jacksonfumc.org

or 731-267-7238

Soul Sister’s Presents

Rebecca JonesCome hear her inspiring story, savor delicious recipes, and

enjoy the tradition of homemade gifts from the heart.

Tuesday, Nov 10th5:30-7:30 p.m.

FUMC Clayton Hall$15 per ticket. $100 for a table of 8.

Sign up at jacksonfumc.org

SoulSisters

Between Friends Book

Club5:00-6:00 p.m. | Mezzanine

November 18thGlitter and Glueby Kelly Corrigan

Cookbooks are like old friends you enjoy visiting. Bring yours to share and drop books off on the table outside of the library. We will swap them at Savor the Season, Nov. 10.

NEW INFO

Sweet Memoriesby Susan Crocker

My favorite cookbook is one I saw on my Mother’s kitchen bookshelf all the years I was growing up. It sat alongside Betty Crocker’s red and white checked cookbook, and EDS Southern Secrets cookbook. It was propped up by her wooden box of handwritten index cards of recipes. The index recipe cards were stained by drippings of gravy and meals long past.

Betty Crocker’s Dinner for Two was a beautiful blue cookbook with two taper candles on the cover. My sister and I loved to look through it and see the “gourmet” recipes of the day - Peach Melba, Chicken A La King, Sweet-sour Tuna, and our favorite Tutti-Frutti Bars. When you opened the book a confetti shower of snippets and magazine cutting of recipes would scatter all over the floor.

Recently, I came across this cookbook and once again the confetti shower fell to the floor just like a rush of

memories. As I scooped down to pick them up, I saw my Grandmothers thin-spidery writing on a recipe card for 3 Hour Yeast Rolls. But, the real treasure was when I opened the book and saw my Mother’s writing on the pages. She was a newlywed and had written, “Bill’s favorite Hamburger Pie —I lit the candles! Dec 1966” This was just before I was born. My mother is gone now, but what a sweet memory I

have of her cooking dinner for two.

I could cook out of any recipe book now, or more likely just look it up on the internet, but that wouldn’t carry the memories of my youth or a mother who shared her love of cooking with me. And that’s what I love about cooking- the traditions and stories that

come along with our favorite cooking tools and recipes, and the bonds that are formed around food. They are remembered and enjoyed long after the dishes are washed, the people gone, and the house quiet. The memories swirl around like meringue being whipped by a whisk in an old mixing bowl.

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Memorials & Honoraria

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

SARA DODSONJames and Elaine WardHenry and Margaret HarrisonDr. and Mrs. King BondBetsy Babb

KAREN HARRISHenry and Margaret HarrisonDr. and Mrs. King Bond

BUTCH CASHONCarol Murchison and FamilyDr. and Mrs. King Bond

BETTY MORRISSandra ArnoldGeorge and Elizabeth Dement (Playground)Beth BatesSharon Matthews (Playground)Sandra and Nip McKnight (Playground)Dr. and Mrs. Lee Sheppard Jr.Martha PeddyCarol Murchison and FamilyMrs. E. W. EdwardsHenry and Margaret HarrisonDoris TownsendPaul and Doris EubanksDr. and Mrs. King BondEsther MilamAnn and Larry Bell (Playground)Martha and Dave Simpsell (Playground)Jackie and John HicksJim HicksBetsy BabbBobbye HinsonJim and Emily Freeman

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Calendar of EventsCalendar subject to change. Please call the church office, 422-4002 or check the calendar at jacksonfumc.org

Sunday, November 8 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service-

Downtown Campus 3:00 PM Charge Conference 4:00 PM Charge Conference

Worship Service 5:00 PM Kids Who Care Club 5:00 PM “The Current” UMY 5:30 PM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus

Monday, November 9 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 3:30 PM Hub Club 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 7:00 PM Men’s Basketball 7:00 PM Town Hall Meeting

Tuesday, November 10 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 9:30 AM Sit and Fit 9:30 AM Morning Jolt 12:00 PM Town Hall Lunch Meeting 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Soul Sister Presents-Savor

the Season

Wednesday, November 11 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 10:00 AM Pastor’s Bible Study 2:30 PM WINGS 3:30 PM Open Gym for K-5th

Grade 5:00 PM Youth Open Gym 6th-12th

Grade 5:00 PM WEF Meal 5:45 PM Confirmation Class 6:00 PM “The Current” UMY 6:00 PM Volleyball 6:00 PM WEF Class-”Short Stories

with Niles” 6:00 PM WEF Class-”The Life and

Times of John Wesley” 6:00 PM WEF Class-The Modern

Family 6:00 PM WEF-Yoga 6:15 PM Men’s Discussion Group 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship

Team Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, November 12 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 9:30 AM Legacy Writing 4:00 PM Sit and Fit 4:30 PM FitFirst

Friday, November 13 Youth Fall Retreat

Saturday, November 14 Youth Fall Retreat 11:30 AM Non-Member Birthday

Party 4:00 PM Movie Night

Sunday, November 15 Youth Fall Retreat

8:55 AM First Awakening Service-Downtown Campus

10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service-

Downtown Campus 12:30 PM Adult Ministry Brunch 4:00 PM Children’s Ministry Team

Meeting

Monday, November 16 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 3:30 PM Hub Club 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 7:00 PM Men’s Basketball

Tuesday, November 17 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 9:00 AM United Methodist

Foundation Meeting 9:30 AM Sit and Fit 10:30 AM Myrtle Rose and her

Santas 2:00 PM Life Touch Directory

Photography 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Foundation Meeting

Wednesday, November 18 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 10:00 AM Pastor’s Bible Study 2:00 PM Life Touch Directory

Photography 3:45 PM Girl Scouts 5:00 PM Thanksgiving Dinner 5:15 PM Between Friends Bookclub 5:45 PM Confirmation Class 6:00 PM Handbells 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship

Team Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, November 19 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 2:00 PM Life Touch Directory

Photography 4:00 PM Sit and Fit 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball

Friday, November 20 2:00 PM Life Touch Directory

Photography

Saturday, November 21 8:30 AM District “ Peace with

Justice” Training 11:00 AM Member Birthday Party 4:30 PM Room in the Inn

Sunday, November 22 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service-

Downtown Campus 1:00 PM Kids Who Care Club 4:00 PM “The Current” UMY 5:30 PM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus

Audio/Visual Tech Neededfor both Sunday worship services

and events, weekdays and weekends

Contact Darian Krimm, dkrimm@jacksonfumc.org

or 731-422-4002

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Adult OpportunitiesPam Jaco, pam@jacksonfumc.org

For Men Only Coffee &

ConversationThursdays 9-10:00 a.m.

Room 117

All men are welcomed to this fun and growing group!

FRIDAY, DEC. 11

For reservations, call the church office at 422-4002 by 12:00 p.m. Dec. 16.

Program 11:00 a.m. | Luncheon 12:00 p.m. Clayton Hall | $7.00 per person

“Save Your Stories, Leave a Legacy”

Workshop is back!There is so much inside each of us that our children and families do not know! Join Andrea Woods, a writer and former FUMC staff member, for a morning in which you will explore ways to create an Intentional Legacy through crafting letters, stories, memoirs, poetry — and perhaps even music — to tell the personal, vital stories that have informed your life.

You don’t have to have previous writing experience... anyone can do this!

Thursday, November 129:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.FUMC MezzaninePre-registration required.

Contact Pam at 422-4002 or pam@jacksonfumc.org

Brunch at Chandelier Café (Located in the Neely House)Sunday, Nov.1512:30 p.m.Menu options include:• Shrimp and Grits • Chicken and waffles • Quiche • Every lunch includes fruit

Cost: $26 includes lunch, dessert, coffee, tea, tax and tip. 20 spots available.Call or email Pam to reserve a spot – pam@jacksonfumc.org or 267-1059

Ensemble of the Jackson Choral Society directed by Darian Krimm

Let’s do

brunch!

Sunday Worship

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Sunday,November 8

Sunday,November 15

Andrews Chapel Services:2nd and 4th Sunday Evenings5:30 p.m. Worship Service

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

“Two Small Coins“Dan Camp, preaching | Mark 12:38-44

Dan Camp, preaching | I Samuel 2:1-8

Veteran’s ServiceBill Franklin, preachingReception to follow

No worship service

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