8:30 am Warehouse I 9:45 am Sunday School I 11:00 am Sanctuary Worship Opportunities Sundays Lay Servants Christian Formation Adults Children Youth Ministry Opportunities Nursery Children Youth Adults Missions: Lewis Day of Service Domestic Mission Trip Coming Up: Holy Week Activities Holy Thursday Good Friday Easter Sunrise Easter Worship Lewis Day of Service | Saturday, March 24 | 7:30 – Noon March 2018 Sunday, March 4 Covenant Community: Embracing Sabbath Exodus 20:1–11 Sunday, March 11 (Daylight Savings Time Sunday!) Covenant Community: Embracing Attention Numbers 21:4–9; John 3:14-21 Sunday, March 18 Covenant Community: Embracing the Unfolding Jeremiah 32:31–34; John 12:20–33 The Lenten “Covenant Community” Sermon Series Sunday, March 25 Palm Sunday Covenant Community: Embracing Mystery Mark 1:1–11; Isaiah 42:1–9 Holy Thursday, March 29 Warehouse | 7:00 pm Good Friday, March 30 Sanctuary | 7:00 pm Children’s Church is available during both Sunday services for children “potty trained” - 2nd grade. Children with “Return Me to Communion” cards will be brought back to worship to participate with family.
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8:30 am Warehouse I 9:45 am Sunday School I 11:00 am Sanctuary
Worship Opportunities
SundaysLay Servants
Christian Formation
AdultsChildren
Youth
Ministry Opportunities
NurseryChildren
YouthAdults
Missions:Lewis Day of Service
Domestic Mission Trip
Coming Up:
Holy Week ActivitiesHoly Thursday Good Friday
Easter SunriseEaster Worship
Lewis Day of Service | Saturday, March 24 | 7:30 – Noon
March 2018
Sunday, March 4 Covenant Community: Embracing Sabbath
Exodus 20:1–11
Sunday, March 11 (Daylight Savings Time Sunday!)
Covenant Community: Embracing AttentionNumbers 21:4–9; John 3:14-21
Sunday, March 18Covenant Community: Embracing the Unfolding
Jeremiah 32:31–34; John 12:20–33
The Lenten “Covenant Community” Sermon Series
Sunday, March 25 Palm SundayCovenant Community: Embracing Mystery
Mark 1:1–11; Isaiah 42:1–9
Holy Thursday, March 29 Warehouse | 7:00 pm
Good Friday, March 30 Sanctuary | 7:00 pm
Children’s Church is available during both Sunday services for children “potty trained” - 2nd grade. Children with “Return Me to Communion” cards
will be brought back to worship to participate with family.
March comes in like a lion, and goes out like a lamb. This year, March certainly comes roaring at us full of grief and passion stirred again by the pain of seventeen lives lost in a mass shooting at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida. The lion roars at us in the response of students from that school and across the country rising up to beg for attention to their fear and insecurity at school. And this is only one among all the fears, insecurities, anxieties, tensions, conflicts, and destructive forces roaring around us. The psalmist expresses our cries to God: Watch me with the very pupil of your eye! Hide me in the protection of your wings, away from the wicked who are out to get me, away from my deadly enemies who are all around me! …They are like a lion eager to rip its prey; they are like a strong young lion lying in wait. (Psalm 17:8-9, 12)
On the Sunday after the killings at the Parkland High School, we heard the promise of God’s covenant with all life. After the flood waters had subsided, God said to Noah: I will set up my covenant with you so that never again will all life be cut off by floodwaters. There will never again be a flood to destroy the earth. This is the symbol of the covenant that I am drawing up between me and you and every living thing with you, on behalf of every future generation. I have placed my bow in the clouds; and upon seeing it I will remember the enduring covenant between God and every living being of all the earth’s creatures. (Genesis 9:11-12, 16) Even after roaring against our sin in the mighty flood waters, God loved us so to embrace our vulnerability, put the crossbow weapon of destruction away, and set this eternal covenant of life for every future generation. God still feels something when our sin leads to death and destruction of innocent lives. God still feels something…Do we?
Also this year the month of March falls entirely within the season of Lent, bringing Christians the lion’s task of repentance both personal and corporate. It is a season for shaping us into disciples of Jesus Christ and a covenant community embracing the disciplines of faith in God: vulnerability; trust; Sabbath; attention; the unfolding mystery of God’s amazing grace and abiding love.
On the Sunday after the killings at the Parkland High School, our Sunday morning high school class heard about the prayer ministry at Lewis Memorial. They wrote their prayers on paper crosses and brought them before this covenant community and before God at the sanctuary altar. Our students invite us to pray with them for: attitudes; peace; nuclear mayhem; war; crooked politicians; what the internet is capable of; worldwide loss of creativity, positivity, and accountability; and school safety. God still feels something for all of these students’ prayers…Do we?
Even as this March arrives like a lion, let us commit ourselves fully to these days of Lent and the lion’s task of repentance both personal and corporate, shaping us into disciples of Jesus Christ and a covenant community embracing the disciplines of faith in God. Just as God promised Noah after the flood, we can be assured the Lamb is with us throughout, and He will embrace us in the end with His passion, resurrection, and life. Blessings,
Beth’s Blessings
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Longest Night
“This is the symbol of the covenant that I am drawing up between me and you and every living thing with you, on behalf of every future generation. I have placed my bow in the clouds; and upon seeing it I will remember the enduring covenant between God and every living being of all the earth’s creatures.” - Genesis 9:12
Lessons that confront the news with Scripture and hope. Inspirational, intelligent, thought provocative discussions to spark day-to-day application to life in the world today. Facilitator: Fred Moore | Chapel Rm G103
Wednesday Night Bible Studies | 6:30 – 7:30 pm
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Pastor’s Roundtable ~ Questions & Answers
Rev. Beth Sanders Parlor
No preparation neededJoin in a conversation about
the coming Sunday’sfocus Scripture, listening for how
God’s Word speaks to all.
History of the Bible ~and the cultures in which
it developed
Gregg Jordan Conference Room
Looking at “His Story” through the lens of other happenings around the world in history.
Bible Book Study ~The Epistle to the Romans
Vicki Parker Room G 407
No preparation needed Come open God’s
Word together each week.
Adult Sunday School | 9:45 – 10:45 am Learn
Cokesbury Methodist Adult Bible Studies Curriculum Annie Lewis Bible Class | Cary Woodworth | Rm G407 Mary Crook Class | Claude & Sandra Harper | Rm F204
Acknowledging God: The lessons this quarter, written by Clara Welch, take us through a broad sweep of demonstrations of God’s faithful love and provision; from the tomb to the very foot of the throne of God, where we join “thousands upon thousands” in saying, “Blessing, honor, glory, and power belong to the one seated on the throne and to the Lamb forever and always.” (Revelation 5:11,13)
Weekday Bible Studies for Women
Beth Moore’s “The Quest” Begins Thursday, March 1 | 1:00 pm | $20Youth Building | Nancy Brown, facilitator
Genesis Book Study Mondays | 11:30 am
Youth Building | Vicki Parker, facilitator
Subscribe to The Daily Text email, spend time every day and then come and discuss various aspects of the daily reading and how they apply in our lives and culture. www.seedbed.com
MADE FOR MORE ////////////////////////////////////
More than a trip More than a project Service is a lifestyle
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through home repair and children’s ministries. www.arm-al.org
Alabama Rural Ministries (ARM)Friday - Monday
October 5-8, 2018A team from Lewis Memorial is going on a family mission trip in October to assist Alabama Rural Ministries (ARM). ARM hopes that our team will not only experience the joys of helping a family with repairs and teaching children Bible stories, but also gain an understanding of Christ’s call to serve.
Potential Team Projects:• Roofing• Constructing wheelchair ramps• Dry wall repair• Minor plumbing repair• General repairs for rooms• Leading summer day camps for area underserved kids
Team Members:
If you would like to help support the team, please mark your donation as “Domestic Mission.” Thank you for your support.
Jeff CarterMelissa Chesser Madison & MeganCraig & Sherri DoxeyAlex GillChuck & Lauren Jones Patrick, Aubree, MakaylaFrank Murphy
Jamie Porter MindyBeth SandersGrant NicholsGraham & Sharon NicholsMichael & Cindy Vinson Tim Best, Ben SweatCary & Kip Woodworth
Lewis Day Of Service Saturday, March 24 | 7:30 am - Noon
Come enjoy a hearty breakfast and prayer to begin a morning of service to our community. There are a variety of avenues for individuals to reach out in Christian service to our community:
Lydia Project Cut & Sew Day (Fellowship Hall) – bring a good pair of fabric shears or a portable sewing machine to help assemble gift bags for women facing cancer treatment Salvation Army (downtown location)
– Ten volunteers needed to help sort and organize at the shelter downtown Columbia Road Clean-up (outside weather-permitting)
– Men 16 years and older are invited to join with other churches on Columbia Road to clean up debris along Columbia Road Children’s Mission Retreat
– Volunteers needed to guide K-5th graders in a Standards of Excellence Mission study (Must be Safe Sanctuary Certified)
Please register: onrealm.org or contact Michelle Helpingstine | 808.753.8040 | [email protected] * Subject to change. Check Bulletins and Enews for updates.
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“Out and About” in February
“Rock Solid” - 5th Grade Retreat -
- Prepping for Youth!
Ben
Makayla
Christian
Jacob
Mindy
Dalila
Kamryn
Cindy Vinson, Chuck Jones, Jennifer Powell, Grant Nichols
“Sweetheart Banquet”
Jason & JenniferAlan & Sheryl
The Contestants of the “Valentine Game”
Mattie, Tim, Patrick & Aleksander
“The Galentines”: Jewel, Berdeen, Laura, Pat, Carolyn, Vicki
Erica & Tim
Stephanie & Stephen
Barbara & Kevin
Justin & Michelle Jill & Stan Jimmy & Lenora
Anita & David Harold & Shirley Claire & Mattie
Josh & Cat“The Winning Couple”
Cindy & Michael Tim & Nate
Chuck & Makayla
“Aubree’s Art Night”
An LMUMC teen, Aubree Jones, provided an “Art Night” babysitting service during the Sweetheart Banquet. Proceeds will help
Aubree attain her hope of volunteering in mission to Ecuador in 2019.
Just a few of our
“sweethearts”
Sunday School provides an opportunity for children to delve deeper into God’s Word in an age appropriate setting, where children and group leaders can love and care for one another. 9:45 am | Education Building | Nursery - 5th grade
252 Basics is a curriculum designed for Pre-Kindergarten through 4th Grade.“What does 252 mean?” It’s not our street address, nor the number of questions a 2nd grader can ask in 20 minutes. Instead, everything we teach in 252 Basics is based on one of three basic, but powerful truths modeled by Jesus in Luke 2:52 (hence 252)• I need to make the wise choice.• I can trust God no matter what.• I should treat others the way I want to be treated.The curriculum is designed to provoke discovery and invite kids into a new understanding of how to grow in relationship with Jesus Christ. Each week we join Children’s Choir and Intergenerational Meal.
March Theme: “Peace” |
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DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Cindy Vinson, director [email protected] | 706.863.6795 Children’s Ministry
“And Jesus increased in wisdom and in years, and in divine and human favor.” – Luke 2:52
Why join? Singing in a choir has been linked to better grades & test scores, increased confidence, improved social skills, self–discipline and much more. Plus it’s fun to make a joyful noise to the Lord!
We are working on songs for 5th Sunday Worship in April. - Melissa Tennant, facilitator
March Memory Verse: “So let us do all we can to live in peace. And let us work hard to build up one another.” – Romans 14:19 NIRV
After a full day of worship in the morning and Bible studies in the afternoon, it’s great to gather around the table to enjoy a family style meal. Adult Bible Study students will join Youth and Children’s Ministry. “Intergenerational” means you will be seated with people of various age groups to promote an extended family fellowship time. Conversation Starter questions will help spark interesting conversation over a delicious light supper. Food donations for the meal are appreciated. Pantry needs are posted online, or you can drop a check in the offering, designated Intergenerational Meal in the memo line.
Intergenerational Family Style Meal Sundays | 6:30 pm | Fellowship Hall
March 4 Barbecued Pulled Pork
March 11 Tacos In a Bag
March18 Veg. Soup & Grilled Cheese
March 25 Baked Ziti & Green Beans
5th Grade Pastor Palooza 5:00 pm | Rm G107Pastor Palooza: Fifth graders get to chat and have fun with Pastor Beth from 5:00 - 6:00 pm on Sundays. This is a special time for 5th graders as they transition from Children’s Ministry to Youth Ministry. They will join Children’s Choir at 6:00 pm. Another adult is needed for this ministry, to fulfill Safe Sanctuaries standards.
Pre K - 4TH Grade Sundays | 5:00 pm | Chapel
Children’s Church provides a time for children during the Sunday Worship Services for “potty trained” toddlers through 2nd grade children. It is located in the white building next to the Chapel. After the Children’s Moment one of our Children’s Ministry volunteers leads the children to a time of Bible stories, crafts and singing. 8:30 & 11:00 am | Children’s Church Building
(Children with Communion Cards will be brought back to share Communion with parents on Sunday, March 4.)
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Bible Black Belts - Scripture with a Kick Wednesdays | 6:30 pm | Sanctuary
Current Belt Level includes:For K– 2nd | Purple Stripe: Lord’s Prayer; Psalm 27:1; Psalm 118:1; Romans 14:19
BBB Pledge OR Books of the Old TestamentFor 3rd – 5th | Black Stripe: Black Belt Pledge, The Lord’s Prayer; Psalm 150:6, Psalm 46:10, Micah 6:8, Proverbs 16:32, Matthew 18:21-22
Watch bulletin each week for schedule changes andText @db3fb7 to 81010 to get “up to the minute” Children’s Ministry Updates & Reminders!
Scripture with a Kick is an active Bible Study teaching children ages Kindergarten through 5th grade. Children move through belt levels from August – May. Each belt level contains different passages of scripture and Bible skills.
Your elementary aged child, K - 5th grade, will learn who their neighbor is and how to
“love your neighbor as yourself.” -Matthew 22:39
We will talk about missions - both foreign and local. “You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea,
and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” - Acts 1:8
Enjoy the fellowship of friends and family midweek. Invite your neighbors and friends. Share a meal together and then join a Bible Study.
Children & Youth programs from K - 12th grade | Nursery Available
Reserve your plate by Monday Noon prior: [email protected] | 706.863.6795CANCELLATIONS by Tuesday Noon
March 7 March 14 March 21 March 28
Rice & Ham Casserole St Patrick’s Day Meal Prison House Spaghetti Hamburgers
Domestic Missions General Budget Evangelism General Budget
Friends & Family Meal 5:45 pm | Fellowship Hall
2018 VBS, July 8 – 12
Standards of Excellence Retreat - Missions - Saturday, March 24 | 10:00 am | Warehouse
Rafting Ready Verse
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you.” - Isaiah 43:2
WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS
Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday, April 1Please bring
FILLED Easter Eggs beginning March 4th
Collection Boxes in Fellowship Halland Warehouse
Winter Jam 2018
COMING
March 22
$15 cash at the door
plus $$ for snacks
R.S.V.P. VAN SEATS
Limit: 11 Students
TEXT: Grant 706.495.0699
Confirmation Classes Sundays @ 9:45 am Warehouse Room 101
Administrative Council Lifetime Members: Ellen Cox James Hair
Administrative Council Past Chairs: Grayson Brown Gene Hair
Youth Representatives: Gray Nichols, President Alex Gill, Vice President Tim Best, Middle School Rep
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Administrative Council The Administrative Council oversees the programs of the congregation. We look to the long range planning of the church to include nurturing, outreach and witness. The Council strives to be inclusive and loving to all they encounter, at church and in the community. Administrative Council is made up of all the chairpersons and leadership from each area of ministry and outreach.
Our primary goal is strengthening the relationship of the church family and friends with God. We meet monthly and are accountable to the larger church at the annual charge conference. We invite your prayers for the Council and for all areas of ministry at Lewis Memorial.
Jill Pratt, Chairperson, Admin Council 706.399.1303 | [email protected]
Sherri Doxey, Vice Chair, Admin Council 443.822.3191 | [email protected]
(Administrative Council Secretary to be determined)
The vase of glass stones in the Church Office or on the altar during worship on Sundays is filling up quickly. Each of these stones represents an
individual who has asked for prayer during Monday Night Rush Hour. Please continue to pray for these lives
that have been touched by this new ministry in 2018 “At the Crossroads.”
Come and join the Evangelism and Prayer Ministries in this opportunity to reach out to these souls
who are hurting and in need of a word of encouragement, a drink of cool water, and a whispered prayer.
There are many ways you can be involved: • Hold a sign and wave • Pass out water bottles • Bake cookies • Greet with a smile • Pray as the Spirit leads
Care and the love of knitting and crocheting have been combined into a prayerful ministry that reaches out to those in need of comfort and solace in our community.
March 14 5:15 pm Yarn provided
Lydia Project is a “grassroots” ministry in Augusta that ministers to women throughout the USA who are battling cancer.* tentative
March 3 Vision Day Fresh Expressions March 7 Young Adult Gathering March 10 UMW Chrismon Workday March 21 Young Adult Gathering March 24 Lewis Day Of Service Standards of Excellence Retreat K-5th grade Mission
Holy Week: March 29 Holy Thursday March 30 Good Friday March Committee Mtgs
Coming Soon
March Events
Monday, March 5 Communications Tuesday, March 6 Secretary/Treasurer Training Monday, March 12 Board of Trustees Staff Parish Relations Tuesday, March 13 Evangelism Wednesday, March 14 Prayer Shawl Ministry Monday, March 19 “Done In A Day” Children’s Ministry Training Finance Committee Tuesday, March 20 United Methodist Women Sunday, March 25 Youth Council Monday, March 26 Administrative Council Tuesday, March 27 United Methodist Men
Vital Signs for JanuaryJanuary Expenses: $ 41,285.55 January Giving: $ 31,964.28 January Budget $ 44,275.20
January Total Attendance: 709
March Lay Leadership
March 4 8:30 am Warehouse Worship Leader: Jason Powell
11:00 am Sanctuary Worship Leader: Vicki Parker Ushers: Matt Norville Hank Thompson Acolytes: Drew Davis Aleksander Helpingstine
March 11 8:30 am Warehouse Worship Leader: Jason Powell
11:00 am Sanctuary Worship Leader: Kimberly Norville Ushers: Matt Norville Hank Thompson Acolytes: Brooke Dingman Sean Tennant March 18 8:30 am Warehouse Worship Leader: Jason Powell
11:00 am Sanctuary Worship Leader: Laurie Ickes Ushers: Matt Norville Hank Thompson Acolytes: Christian & Jaxon Norville
March 25
8:30 am Warehouse Worship Leader: Jason Powell
11:00 am Sanctuary Worship Leader: Cary Woodworth Ushers: Matt Norville Hank Thompson Acolytes: Aubree & Makayla Jones
April 1 Easter Sunday Mission Pancake Breakfast
Children’s Easter Egg Hunt April 1-9 Masters Week
March 3 Vision Day Fresh Expressions March 7 Young Adult Gathering March 10 UMW Chrismon Workday March 21 Young Adult Gathering March 24 Lewis Day Of Service Standards of Excellence Retreat K-5th grade Mission
Holy Week: March 29 Holy Thursday March 30 Good Friday
At the crossroads... where the cross meets the community
“Think of us in this way, as servants of Christ and stewards of God’s mysteries.” 1 Corinthians 4:1ConnectADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL Jill Pratt, Chair [email protected] 706.399.1303