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Stewardship “I will be loyal to the United Methodist Church and uphold it with

my prayers, my presence, my gifts, my service and my witness.”

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With our Prayers: With our Presence: Sunday School: 147 136

Sanctuary Worship: 159 54 (8:30 only)

The Gathering: 151 275 (combined)

Total Worship: 310 329

April 24 May 1

Please remember all members who are homebound,

as well as those who are hospitalized or living in a

skilled care facility.

May 2016

May 8 May 15 May 22 May 29

Acolytes

8:30 a.m.

Wesley Graybeal

10:35 a.m.

Maddi Burke

Larkin Garrett

8:30 a.m.

Matthew Pledge

10:35 a.m.

Kennedy Armstrong

Preston Armstrong

8:30 a.m.

Nolan Rhome

10:35 a.m.

Fallon Jones

Mandy Jones

8:30 a.m.

Kennedy Armstrong

10:35 a.m.

Noah Graybeal

Wesley Graybeal

2s, 3s & 4s

Nursery Melissa Rhodes Kelly Montooth Joyce Rutland Indhira Hulslander

Children’s

Church LeAnn Liner Veliska Thomas Brandi Armstrong Melissa Rhodes

Greeters

8:30 a.m.

Jay & Susan Carter

10:35 a.m.

George & Carole Cinci

The Gathering

The Rymer Family

8:30 a.m.

Scottie & Lisa Mayfield

10:35 a.m.

Richard & Joyce

Leamon

8:30 a.m.

TBA

10:35 a.m.

Paul & Barbara Ketron

The Gathering

The Lingerfelt Family

8:30 a.m.

Dean & Clarice Baggett

10:35 a.m.

Hal Buttram

Sara Armstrong

Anne Catron

The Gathering

John & Marty Boyd

Ushers

Tom Hamilton

Ben Riden

Rob Davis

Ronnie Vinson

Cary Davis

Hal Buttram

George Cinci

David Ray

Trey Sullins

Larry Rhodes

Curtis Crafton

Darrell Dumont

Carter Runyan

Bob Whaley

Doug Jones

Camm Garrett

Tom Hughes

Johnnie Carter

Donut

Church

May:

Open Door Class

June:

Young Adults

July:

Horizons Class

August:

Adult Bible Class

UMW Gift

Card Sales

May:

Susanna Wesley

June:

Catherine Keith

July:

The Sisterhood

August:

Broyles/Sullins/Wilkins

With our Service:

With our Gifts: 2013 - 2015 YTD Average (March) 2016 YTD (March)

Receipts $174,544 $188,317

Expenses $164,108 $193,905

Congratulations High School Seniors

We celebrated our graduating high school seniors Sunday, May 1 with a

combined 10:35 a.m. service in The Gathering followed by a luncheon for

the soon-to-be graduates and their families. Below is a list of the seniors

honored. We wish each of them the best as they pursue new opportunities.

Luke McDonald, Walker Valley High School

Son of William and Carolyn McDonald

Belmont University

Trevor McDonald, McMinn County High School

Son of William and Carolyn McDonald

Maryville College

Jack Perdue, McMinn County High School

Son of John and Pam Perdue

Tennessee Wesleyan University

Jack Rymer, McMinn County High School

Son of David and Joy Rymer

University of Tennessee at Knoxville

Tim Sullins, Walker Valley High School

Son of Trey and Christa Sullins

Birmingham-Southern College

Natalie Thompson, McMinn County High School

Daughter of Scott and Angie Thompson

Tennessee Wesleyan University

Caleb Weerasekera, McMinn County High School

Son of Merv and Peggy Weerasekera

Cleveland State Community College

Connor Zabo, McMinn County High School

Son of Jeff and Paige Zabo

University of Tennessee at Knoxville

Sadie Arbuthnot, McMinn County High School

Daughter of Rick and Lea Ann Arbuthnot

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Jonathan Bailey, McMinn County High School

Son of David and Karen Bailey

University of Tennessee at Knoxville

Adam Bryant, McMinn County High School

Son of Mitchell Bryant and Jerri Bryant

University of Tennessee at Knoxville

Grace Dessinger, McMinn County High School

Daughter of Mike and Toni Dessinger

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Hayden Fesmire, McMinn County High School

Son of Austin and Kathy Fesmire

Tennessee Wesleyan University

Heath Hicks, McMinn County High School

Son of Dennis and Tracey Hicks

Tennessee Wesleyan University

Haley Manney, McMinn County High School

Daughter of Gena and Tony Carpenter

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

C l a s s o f 2 016

Keith Youth youth.keithumc.org

MINISTRY Childrens

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Make plans to take part in these upcoming events ...

» General Meeting: May 10, 11 a.m., Ensminger Hall

Join us at the monthly meeting of any of our six Circles:

Broyles/Sullins/Wilkins ........ Second Tuesday, 10:15 a.m.

Catherine Keith .................... Second Monday, 10:30 a.m.

Dana Higgins ......................... Second Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

Jewell .............................................. Second Friday, Noon

Susanna Wesley ...................... Second Tuesday, 10 a.m.

The Sisterhood ........................ Fourth Monday, 6:30 p.m.

News

) ( _____ THANK YOU The names of members and friends listed made contributions to

the Memorial Fund or the fund specified in memory or honor of

the names listed in bold.

EVENTS The UMM invite you to these upcoming events:

• Explore the Eureka Trail

The UMM are hosting an “Explore the Eureka Trail”

event on Saturday, May 14 at 8 a.m. Everyone is

welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult.

There are two options for exploring the trail — ride the

full length of the trail (about an hour round trip) or walk

the trail. Bus transportation is provided, leaving from the

church at 7:50 a.m. and returning about 10 a.m. For

anyone wanting to meet at the trail, the trail head is

located left of Hwy 307 just past Fairview Road (county

road 439).

• Men’s Prayer Group

Join us for a men’s prayer group each Wednesday at

7 p.m. in the Conference Room.

• Prayer Breakfast Tuesday, May 24, 8 a.m. at Shoney’s of Athens

For more information about all UMM events, contact Terry Ulm at 744-8120.

Upcoming Youth Events

For more information, call or text Harrison at 507-7492.

Melva Hammer

Harry & Betty Newman

Connie Yetter

Bill Reinkens

Connie Yetter

Stephen Ministry “Please Keep this Confidential ... ”

When you say these words to your Stephen

Minister, you can be assured your Stephen

Minister will keep quiet about what you share.

Confidentiality is a cornerstone of Stephen

Ministry. Stephen Ministers do not reveal anything their care

receiver says − and don’t even tell anyone who their care

receiver is.

If you would like more information on our Stephen Ministry

and the encouragement we might provide to you or

someone you know, please contact Pastor Dave at

dgraybeal@keithumc.org or 745-2612.

✶ The date of the last night of Wednesday night Bible

studies for children and Jr. Youth is Wednesday, May 11.

We hope you’ll be able to join us that night for lots of fun!

✶ The Keith Puppeteers are always seeking new members!

If you are interested in becoming a member of the

puppeteers, join us for practice each Sunday at 4:45 p.m.

✶ The Children’s Council will meet Thursday, May 19 at

6:30 p.m. in Ensminger Hall. Child care will

be provided.

✶ Save the date for VBS 2016: June 27 - July 1. The kick-off

event will be Sunday, June 26 at 6 p.m.

✶ Jr. Youth are invited to take part in the Jr. Youth Mission

Trip with Hixson UMC July 8 - 10. See Cindy Mishtal for

more information.

✶ Join us for these Keith Kid’s Club Summer Activities:

Children’s Day at Camp Lookout

Saturday, June 4, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Ice Skating at Cool Sports

Friday, June 17, 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Jump Jam

Friday, July 15, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Camp Lookout Celebration Day

Sunday, August 7, 1 - 6 p.m.

Children ages infant to fifth grade are invited to enjoy pizza

and lots of fun events at the church while their parents enjoy

a night out. The cost is $5/child with a maximum of $10/family.

Parents Night Out Friday, June 10, 6 - 10 p.m.

» Silver Ring Thing Event: May 11, 7 p.m., Athens City

Middle School (Last Wednesday Night Youth)

» Confirmation Sunday: May 15, combined 10:35 a.m.

service in the Sanctuary

» Cleveland District Rally: Sunday May 15, 4 p. m.

(NO UMYF)

» Last Sunday Night UMYF for Spring: May 22, 6 p.m.

SUMMER 2016 IS COMING! It’s one of the most exciting

times of the year for the Keith Youth Ministry! All rising 6th

graders through graduating seniors are invited to

activities!

Weekly activities begin May 31 & June 1

We’ll have Sunday School on Sunday mornings at 9:35

a.m., combined in the High School Room, but NO

SUNDAY NIGHT YOUTH unless otherwise noted. Each

Tuesday we’ll meet up for lunch and a short devotion at

Noon, and on Wednesdays we’ll alternate between

service projects, outdoor adventure trips and occasional

hangouts back at “base” (youth room).

“BIG” Summer Events To Be Aware Of:

» Middle School Mission Trip (Rising 6th-9th):

June 10 - 13

» Youth Mystery Trip (Rising 7th-Grads): July 4 - 7

» Youth Assembly (Rising 6th-Grads): June 27 - July 1

at Tennessee Wesleyan, Athens

» “Youth Week” Activities: July 31 - August 5

Eric, Ashley and Ally had only a tent to call home. They

were placed in foster care through Holston United Meth-

odist Home for Children, where they received needed

structure, predictability and encouragement. During that

time, Holston staff helped their parents secure jobs and a

safe place to live. Thankful to God for his provisions, the

family is now reunited living under a solid roof. Please

consider giving generously to Holston Home for Children

this fifth Sunday, May 29.

We are excited to welcome three new members to the Keith

Memorial UMC congregation — Luke, Samuel & Trevor

McDonald. The McDonalds joined Keith Church during the

8:30 a.m. service on Sunday, May 8.

Dear Keith Church,

Thank you for the beautiful altar flowers. They really

brightened our day! Thank you for your prayers during my

illness. Keith Church is truly a caring church.

Jim & Judy Moore

Employment Opportunity: Organist

Keith Memorial UMC is seeking an Organist for our two-

manual Reuter pipe organ. Duties include two Sunday

morning traditional worship services, some Wednesday

evening choir rehearsals (shared with pianist), and seasonal

special services. Position will be available in July, with some

opportunities to sub in May. Please email resume and letter

of intent to David Andrew Boyd, Director of Music at

dboyd@keithumc.org.

» Annual Conference Missions Offering: This year’s

Annual Conference Missions Offering will once again bless

the children in our midst as we support Ministry with Children

in Poverty in Holston Conference. The offering will be

given at Annual Conference in June, but Keith Church

will donate all Sunday School offerings given on May 15,

22 and 29. If you would like to make a donation for this

special offering, include “Missions Offering” on the memo of

your check and place it in the offering plate or bring it to the

church office prior to June 1. All funds collected through this

offering will be available to be used in all 12 districts of the

Conference to support new and existing ministries, such as

Nourish One Child, that address children in poverty.

» Hands-On Mission Project: The Cleveland and

Morristown districts have been challenged to collect 400

food buckets to be distributed to those in need in Liberia. Our

goal is to fill 50 buckets and we are almost there! We have a

few buckets left, so please continue to bring in your items.

The deadline to return buckets and food items is

Wednesday, May 25. You’ll find buckets and shopping lists

outside of the sanctuary and The Gathering.

Mission Opportunities