First United Methodist Church of Maiden October 2017
Homecoming 2017
Special thanks to all those who made our homecoming event a success. Our own, Charlie Curtis, did a great job with the message “Coming home to Holy Ground” during the morning worship service. There were approximately 90 folks that stayed for the covered dish luncheon. The food was delicious. You just can’t beat homecookin’ whenever it is available.
MYF Reunion
October 1st is another special day to remember old friends that were part of the MYF under the leadership of Dale and Betty Wilkinson and JD and Dot McCaslin. The former members were invited back to reminisce about old times and fellowship with a meal at Brookwood following the service with former member Rev. Ronnie Parker sharing the message during the worship service. Thanks to Butch Parker for organizing this special event and to those in attendance.
Pairs & Spares Book Study
The Sunday School group of Pairs and Spares invites anyone that would like to read and discuss with them “The Circle Maker, Praying Circles Around Your Biggest Dreams and Greatest Fears” by Mark Batterson. The book study will begin October 1st. Please see Greg and Debbie Richard for anyone that might be interested in joining the study to purchase one of the books from them.
Bible Study beginning October 9th
Pastor Tony will be conducting a bible study about the history of the bible. If you would be interested in joining in the study, please let him know.
UMM ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
This year’s tournament will be held on October 21st at Glen Oaks beginning with lunch at noon and a shotgun start at 1:30.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the tournament. Golfer registration is $50 per person or $200 per team of four.
For more information please contact Tim Lawing at 828-234-7543, Anthony Lawing at 828-320-4796 or Ryan Coulter at 828-244-9064.
Sanctuary Facelift
Special thanks to an anonymous donor for their generosity in purchasing new carpet for the sanctuary. Many folks seem to think that it has been since 1960 that the “red” carpet has been in the sanctuary.
Special appreciation goes to Jay Bolick and volunteers in selecting the new color. Jay also has been responsible for removing the old steam radiators and repairing the walls beneath the windows. The pews have been professionally cleaned and now we await the installation of the carpet. This may mean that we meet one Sunday for worship in the fellowship hall.
Once again, we appreciate all the hard work and financial support for this project.
Shut-in for this month:
Joan Andrews
208 West Boyd St.
Maiden, NC 28650
Annual Fall Festival plans are being discussed. Please let Elaine Lawing or Katie Lawing know what you can assist with. Ideas of having this year’s festival on Sunday, October 29th following worship service with a hot dog luncheon might be a possibility…OR do you prefer a Saturday night? Could there be a corn hole tournament in addition to games for everyone???? It takes help from more than two folks, so let’s see what you are wanting and willing to do.
REMINDERS
United Methodist Women –Monday, October 2@7:00
Trustee Meeting –Wednesday, October 4@7:00
United Methodist Men’s Breakfast –Sunday, October 8@8:00
Pairs ‘n Spares Meal –Tuesday, October 10@5:30
CHARGE CONFERENCE –Wednesday, October 11@7:00
Administrative Council –Wednesday, October 18@7:00
UMM Golf Tournament – Saturday, October 21st @noon
GO YE Sunday October 22nd
Money Counters/Security
Denise Campbell & Jane Chavez
Ushers
Dwight Lawing, Patrick Rufty, Dwayne Wilson & James Campbell
Wee Worship Volunteers
1st– Jenna Southers & Kris Kelly
8th - NO WEE WORSHIP (Communion)
15th- Anthony Lawing & Kortney Coulter
22nd– Sarah Heffner & Patrick Rufty
29th– Crystal & Keely Dellinger
Anyone interested in being a Wee Worship Volunteer, please see Tim Lawing. Safe Sanctuary training must be completed prior to volunteering with our children.
Alan & Karen Cloninger (23rd)
SPORTS NEWS
Congratulations to our Kickball team for winning the season. Now on to the tournament! Thanks members Keely Dellinger, Brittany Tibbs, Katie Williams, Katie Lawing, Keagan Rice, Tyler Dellinger, Matt Kelly, Zack Rome, Pat Rufty, John Rice, Jacob Lineberger, Austin Abernethy, Anthony Lawing and Tony Jordan. Thanks again to our coach Gene Dellinger.
UMCOR Project
This loving group of folks helped to package 3000 hygiene kits for UMCOR the first Sunday in September along with other United Methodists at Denver UMC. Thanks for your big hearts and helping hands!
Pictured are: Back Row L-R Dwight Lawing, Gene Dellinger, Keely Dellinger, Brody Souther, Jennifer Rowan, Patrick Rowan. Front Row L-R: Betty Lawing, Jane Chavez, Gavyn Southers, Jenna Southers, and Karson Rowan.
Not Pictured was Tracy Heffner
Sofia Carman (14th)
Karen Cloninger (18th)
Greg Auton (21st)
Gene Dellinger (21st)
Alan Cloninger (21st)
Crystal Dellinger (23rd)
Betty Auten (28th)
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Wendell McCaslin. Our thoughts and prayers are with Angie, Eric and Allyson.
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