First Edition Newsletter – September 16, 2015

September 16, 2015 | Volume 14 Issue 15 jacksonfumc.org

SEEKING GOD | KNOWING CHRIST | SHARING HIS LOVE

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

FIRST EDITIONFIRST EDITION

Guest Speaker: Gary Osborne

Tuesday, Sept. 29 7-8 a.m.

Clayton Hall Donations accepted... $5 suggested

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

Gary Osborne received his education from various higher learning universities. He holds a doctorate degree in counseling psychology from Vanderbilt University and works in private practice in several medical clinics providing counseling for children through adults. Dr. Osborne has been an adjunct professor for University of Memphis in their counseling program and taught intro classes for Jackson State and Dyersburg State.

Gary is a licensed catechist in the Anglican church. He is also a volunteer chaplain. Hobbies include tennis, hunting and reading.

You won’t want to miss it!

CROP DROP(coordinated by the Society of St. Andrew)Saturday, September 19, 2015Starts at 8 a.m. at FUMC

Packaged produce will be distributed among food pantries in West Tennessee and Western Kentucky.

Volunteers needed to sort and package surplus produce into 10-lb. bags. Just show up!

Free parking in the back parking lot.

Questions? Contact: Ellie Holt, Society of St. Andrew, 731-364-3459, [email protected]

Parents Day Out, a ministry of FUMC

$5.00per Ticket

Spaghetti Supper FundraiserThursday, October 1 • 5:30-7:00 p.m. Dine-In (Clayton Hall) or Take OutSilent Auction and Program by KidsTickets on sale Wednesday Evening and Sundays

Contemplative

ServiceSeptember 27 • 5:30 p.m. with special guest harpistAndrews Chapel Campus

Wednesday Evening September 30

5:00 DinnerNew Meal Cost: $6 Adults, $4 Children under 12, $20 Family Max.

September 30 Menu: Chicken divan, spaghetti with meat sauce, cabbage, candied sweet potatoes, salad, rolls, dessert.

6:00 Variety ShowThe Children’s Choir will sing. Children and youth will showcase

their various talents in comedy, acting, singing, and more! Watch for new classes starting October 7!

Prayer Breakfast

Men of all ages welcome!

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

Taylor Parimore, Director of Student Ministries ([email protected])Search for “The Current UMY” on Facebook

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

September 20thSmall-group Lunch out - Panera12:00 p.m.

September 20th See you @ the Pole WorshipMeet at and pick up at Northside UMC 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Welcome Church Family

Baptism

Anderson Lee Raper, son of Tyson and Rachel Raper was baptized September 6 in the Traditional service. We joyfully welcome Anderson Lee into the household of God!

Gary and Abby Lackey joined September 6 at the First Awakening service. They are the parents of three children, Lucy Nell, Sean Thomas, and Noah Davis. Gary works for the City of Jackson and Abby teaches at Jackson State Community College. Their sponsors are the Good Goats Sunday School class.

Cody and Anna Kail joined September 13 at the First Awakening service. Cody is the manager of Best One Tire in Jackson and Anna is an ER nurse. Their sponsors are Amy and Bas Van Buuren. Their son, Chase Gardner, will be added to the preparatory roll.

Meet New Staff

September 30th Children/Youth Variety Show

October 18thSmall-group Lunch out12:00 p.m.

October 25thBARF in the Hay5-8 p.m.

October 28th Fall Festival/Youth Fundraiser5-7pm

FALL EVENTS

FUMC welcomes Kristie Butler and Beverly Denton, front office coordinators!

Sharing the position, Kristie is in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Beverly works Thursdays, Fridays, and Wednesday she helps Leslie in the kitchen.

Kristie also works at Women of Hope. Beverly formerly worked in pharmaceutical sales. She and her husband, Brad are members of Jackson FUMC.

Next time you’re at church, be sure to stop by to say “hi”!

The next issue of the First Edition Newsletter will be October 7, 2015

Kristie Butler Beverly Denton


Wednesday Evening Fellowship

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.

September 16 Menu: Tilapia, BBQ chicken, spinach, corn, salsa, rolls, dessert.

September 23 Menu: Potato Bar with pulled chicken and chili, green beans, black eyed peas, salad, cornbread, dessert.

September 30 Menu: Chicken divan, spaghetti with meat sauce, cabbage, candied sweet potatoes, salad, rolls, dessert.

Classes Sept 16 & 23• Serving from the Heart - Rm. 118 Sept. 16 - “Dreams” Brian Taylor Sept. 23 - “Experiences“ Dan Camp• The Modern Family - Children’s

Gathering Room Sept 16 - “Grandparents and Faith

Formation” - Cecil & Tharon Kirk Sept 23 - “Dad Matters: The Spiritual

Influence of Fathers” David Eblen• Being a Church Member Matters!

- Rm. 119 - Dana Groff/Bob Sadowski

• Men’s Only Open Gym • Yoga $5/session• Kingdom Kids (age 3-5th grade)• Confirmation Class (6th grade)• Youth (7-12 grade)

No classes September 30Dinner and Variety Show (page 1)

FUMC Girl Scouts Troop 43088 by Inge Poole, Troop Leader

FUMC's sponsorship of Girl Scout Troop 43088 allows twenty-four girls aged kindergarten through 5th grade to make new friends, serve the community, learn new skills, and build their talents. In its fifth year, the troop has enjoyed exploring a theme each year (e.g., oceans across 2014).

Traditional Skills This year, the troop is focusing on the theme of traditional skills. The group will be taking a closer look at knitting, sewing, papermaking, basket weaving, canning and other traditional skills the girls may not be exploring with their families or at school. The troop hopes to have guest visitors both at meetings and/or at a couple of Saturday crafting days to demonstrate and help teach these important skills. If you would like to share a skill or talent with the troop, they would be delighted to have you join them!

Veterans' Day Parade In building respect for traditions, the troop would also like to participate in the Jackson's first Veterans' Day Parade scheduled for Saturday, November 7th, beginning at 1:00 p.m. (The Jackson Sun shared information about the parade in the September 13th paper on page B1.) The troop would like to meet FUMC veterans, learn about their service, and invite them to ride on a float, "Generations of Glory," that would feature military service from multiple engagements/periods of time. To create a float, the troop would need someone to offer a trailer to decorate and drive it for the parade. In fact, the girls could use help with all stages of preparation and would appreciate individuals with float experience to help them with this project. If you would be willing to share your military service and/or help create a float, the troop would be completely grateful!

Please contact Inge Poole, 225-5053 or [email protected] to volunteer.

Pastor’s Bible Studyon James’ Epistle

Wednesdays 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Room 118/Religion for Life

James’ letter has stood the test of time and is filled with practical wisdom.

Join Pastor Jeff Rudy this fall as we draw deeply from the wisdom of James.


Children’s MinistryJenni Thorn, Director of Children’s Ministry ([email protected])

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

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

Pack the CribKids at First Parents Day Out Program is starting its third year as a ministry to families. Open Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Kids at First provides quality childcare for children ages 8weeks thru 5 years old.

Help us “pack the crib” for Kids at First! A baby crib will in the lobby near the nursery throughout September. Thank you for your support of this program.

Kids at First Supply List: Animal Crackers, Vanilla Wafers, Veggie Straws, Graham Crackers, Goldfish Crackers, 5 oz Dixie Cups, Hand Sanitizer, Clorox Anywhere Hard Surface Sanitizing Spray, Paper Plates, Paper Towels, Crème of Tartar, Empty Water Bottles with Caps, Cardstock (all colors), Crayola Finger Paint

Confirmand Readers

My name is Lilly Madison Mitchell. My parents are Gregg and Amy. I have two brothers, Clark and my twin brother, James. I have an English springer spaniel dog, Dixie. I am in

the 6th grade at the University School of Jackson. I like to play basketball and softball. I am excited to be a confirmand because I get to learn new things about God and my church.

My name is Gracen Rainey. I’m in the 6th grade at USJ. My parents are Kim and Rob Rainey, and my brother is Brittain Rainey. I have three dogs and three cats. I’m on the middle school cross-country

team. I like to spend time with my family and friends. I love being a part of this church and I am very excited about confirmation.

My name is Eli Robinson. I go to USJ. I like country music and love to fish, hunt, and play sports. I would hunt and fish and play footfall every day if I could. I like temperatures in the

70s, nothing too hot or cold.

October 105:30-9:00 p.m.Infant-5th grade

$6/child, $20 Family Max.Register at

jacksonfumc.org

“Hi” from some of the children Kids @ First

Tennessee River District of the Memphis Conference

Basic and Advanced Lay Servant Classes

Shiloh UMC - Sat., Oct. 33380 Shiloh Church Rd, Camden, TNBolivar UMC - Sat., Oct. 3218 W. Market St, Bolivar, TN Lexington UMC - Sat., Nov. 727 E. Church St, Lexington, TNCost: $20 (includes lunch and class materials) Make checks payable to “Jackson District Office UMC” 24 Corporate Blvd. Jackson, TN 38305Deadline: September 21


Adult OpportunitiesPam Jaco, [email protected]

For Men Only Coffee &

ConversationThursdays 9-10:00 a.m.

Room 117

All men are welcomed to this fun and growing group!

Save the Date!Bike Ride on the “Greenline” October 3, 2015 • 9:30 AM Meet at Mullins Station Parkingfor a fun bike ride!Don’t have a bike? They are available to rent from the Greenline Bike Rentals in Memphis, TN.If you need help getting your bike to Memphis, contact Pam (731-267-1059) or Wanda Scanlon (731-394-7985)Call or email Pam to let her know you are coming,731-267-1059 or [email protected]

SAVE THE DATE!October 20 • 10:30 a.m.Walking the Labyrinthwith Tharon Kirk at Jackson-Madison Co. General Hospital

A labyrinth is not a maze, but a path to the center and back out for a spiritual centering contemplation and prayer.

Meet at the church. Dutch treat lunch after the walk.

FRIDAY, OCT. 16

For reservations, call the church office at 422-4002 or sign up online at jacksonfumc.org by Noon, Oct. 12.

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

featuring

Noah Forbes15 year old accomplished classical pianist and composer Noah attends the Nashville School of the Arts. He is the grandson of Woody Forbes and Linda Douty Mischke.

“Save Your Stories, Leave a Legacy”

Workshopis 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, October 229:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.FUMC MezzaninePre-registration required.

Contact Pam at 422-4002 or [email protected]

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Memorials & Honoraria

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

PAUL RICEDoris Freeman

SARA DODSONCarl and Alice KirklandDr. and Mrs. James Hight Jr.Carol Sue and Alan Wooten

IN HONOR OF

JOYCE AND LARRY SANDERSAmy and Bastiaan Van Buuren

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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, September 20 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-Downtown

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

Campus 12:00 PM UMY Lunch Off-site

Monday, September 21 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 3:30 PM Hub Club 5:30 PM Committee on Nominations and Lay

Leadership 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 7:00 PM Men’s Basketball

Tuesday, September 22 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 4:00 PM Stewardship Meeting 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM J-Town AAU Basketball

Wednesday, September 23 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 WEF Meal 5:30 PM Missions Team Meeting 5:45 PM Confirmation Class 6:00 PM “The Current” UMY 6:00 PM Handbells 6:00 PM WEF Classes 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship Team

Rehearsal 7:00 PM Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, September 24 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball

Friday, September 25 No church events scheduled

Saturday, September 26 9:30 AM Memphis Conference UMW Annual

Day

Sunday, September 27 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-Downtown

Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School

11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown Campus

4:00 PM “The Current” UMY (offiste) 5:00 PM Kids Who Care Club 5:30 PM Worship Service- Andrews Chapel

Campus

Monday, September 28 9:00 AM Parents Day Out 3:30 PM Hub Club 5:30 PM Committee on Nominations and Lay


Tuesday, September 29 7:00 AM Men’s Prayer Breakfast 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM J-Town AAU Basketball

Wednesday, September 30 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 3:45 PM Girl Scouts 5:00 PM WEF-Children and Youth Variety Show

and Dinner 5:45 PM Confirmation Class 6:00 PM “The Current” UMY 6:00 PM Handbells 6:00 PM WEF Men’s Open Gym 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship Team


Thursday, October 1 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 5:30 PM Kids at First Spaghetti Supper

Fundraiser

Friday, October 2 12:00 PM First Friday Forum

Saturday, October 3 9:30 AM Riding Bikes on Greenline

Sunday, October 4 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-Downtown

Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School

Alex Haley Museum by Jennifer Trently

You, your friends and neighbors are invited to attend the private showing of the exhibit, “Slaves and Slave Holders of Wessyngton Plantation” on Sunday September 27th at 3 p.m. at the Alex Haley Museum and Interpretive Center in Henning, Tennessee. This private showing is a joint effort between the Memphis Conference of the United Methodist Church and the Alex Haley Museum. A panel discussion and small group conversation on racial issues along with refreshments will follow at 4 p.m. Please invite and bring with you your families, friends and neighbors to this community event designed to encourage racial reconciliation through education and dialogue.

In addition to this opportunity, there will be a training event focusing on racial relations discussion and ministries held at FUMC Jackson from 9 a.m.-12 noon on Saturday, November 21st. The training is free and open to anyone interested in being better equipped to lead and participate in discussions and events promoting better racial relations. The event will be led by FUMC member, Linda Warren-Seely, the Memphis Conference’s Peace and Justice Advocate, and Dr. Joseph Geary, Director of Connectional Ministries for the Memphis Conference. To register for the training, call Robin McCoy at 731-664-8480 or email her at [email protected].

11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown Campus

4:00 PM “The Current” UMY

Monday, October 5 5:30 PM Committee on Nominations and Lay


Tuesday, October 6 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 4:30 PM FitFirst

Wednesday, October 7 10:00 AM Pastor’s Bible Study 2:30 PM WINGS 3:45 PM Girl Scouts 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 Handbells 6:00 PM WEF Classes 7:00 PM First Awakening Worship Team


Thursday, October 8 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball

Friday, October 9 No church events scheduled

Saturday, October 10 5:30 PM Parent’s Night Out

Sunday, October 11 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-Downtown

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

Campus 4:00 PM “The Current” UMY 5:00 PM Kids Who Care Club (offiste) 5:30 PM Worship Service- Andrews Chapel

Campus


Women’s MinistriesSusan Crocker, Director of Women’s Ministry, [email protected]

Morning Jolt

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

Come as you are - gym clothes or ready for the day!

New Study from Oct 13-Nov 10Books available in the Library.

Make payment in church office.

ANTIQUE FAIR

HAPPYFALL Y’ALL!

Please join Jerri Sue Maxwell at Sand’s Florist for Fall decorating

Tuesday, October 275:30-7:30 p.m.

Mexican Fiesta Supper $1530 spots available

Register at jacksonfumc.org

Tennessee TreasureMyrtle Rose Emerson is a Tennessee Artist who makes life size Santas us-ing heirloom fabric and interesting found objects. We will have lunch at her family general store built in Fruitdale.

Mary Ann Stonecipher has arranged this special treatTuesday, November 17 • 10:30-1:00 p.m.

Cost: $15 for a Southern lunch • Space for 20 Sign up at jacksonfumc.org

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

Invite a friend or buy a table for a Christmas gift for friends. Bring your old cookbooks to swap with everyone.

$15 per ticket for dinner and our always fantastically funny door prizes.$100 for a table of 8.

Sign up at jacksonfumc.org

AND VISIT

St. Paul’s Episcopal ChurchOct 16th Day Trip

to Franklin, TN with Gene Smith

Cost: $40 SOLD OUT!

Amazing ShoppingVintage and Antiques, Artisans,

Jewelry, and More

Live Music and Food TrucksFranklin and Nashville Favorites

“Named one of the top five October events in the South by Southern Living Magazine.”

SoulSisters

Between Friends Book

Club5:15-6:00 p.m. | Library

October 21stTen Years Takenby Susannah B. Lewis

This is another great book by Max Lucado! This book focuses on Joshua and the Hebrews wandering in the desert when they could have been in their glory land. Have you ever felt that way... looking for direction?

Even if you're familiar with this story, the way Lucado writes about it brings it to life. He shares practical scriptures with us and gives us the tools to live a more fulfilling, joy filled Christian life and walk.

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SundaySeptember 20

SundayOctober 4

SundaySeptember 27

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

Jeff Rudy, preaching | Mark 9:30-37

World Communion SundayJeff Rudy, preaching | Heb. 1:1-4; 2:5-12

Dan Camp, preaching | Mark 9:38-50Contemplative Vespers Servicewith guest harpist

No worship service

No worship service

Communion

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