The O.U. Reporter · 2012. 11. 15. · school at Burns for 2 1/2 years. In appreciation for his service Burns gave him a plaque with the following inscription: Certificate of Recognition

Worship Schedule Sunday, October 14 Worship Services— 8:45 a.m.,

9:00 a.m., & 10:55 a.m.

Fellowship Time—9:30 a.m.

Sunday School—10:00 a.m.

BBQ & Bluegrass—12:00 noon

F.I.S.H.*—5:00 p.m.

*fifth and sixth grades

UMYF*—5:00 p.m.

*seventh-twelfth grades

Wednesday, October 17 Children Choristers—4:00 p.m.

Youth Choir—5:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Meal—5:00 p.m.

Holy Communion— 6:00 p.m.

W.O.W.*—6:00 p.m.

*preschool-sixth grade

Celebration Ringers—6:00 p.m.

Youth Bible Study—6:00 p.m.

Chancel Choir—7:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 21 Worship Services— 8:45 a.m.,

9:00 a.m.., & 10:55 a.m.

Fellowship Time—9:30 a.m.

Sunday School—10:00 a.m.

F.I.S.H.*—5:00 p.m.

*fifth and sixth grades

UMYF*—5:00 p.m.

*seventh-twelfth grades

Wednesday, October 24 Children Choristers—4:00 p.m.

Youth Choir—5:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Meal—5:00 p.m.

Holy Communion— 6:00 p.m.

W.O.W.*—6:00 p.m.

*preschool-sixth grade

Celebration Ringers—6:00 p.m.

Youth Bible Study—6:00 p.m.

Chancel Choir—7:00 p.m.

OPEN HEARTS OPEN MINDS OPEN DOORS

October 11, 2012 Issue No. 126

The O.U. Reporter

This Sunday, October 14, OU is hosting a BBQ fundraiser for our upcoming UMVIM mission trip to the Bahamas Methodist Habitat in January. Everyone is invited to join us for food, fellowship, and wonderful entertainment from the NY City Slickers, an 8-piece, high-energy bluegrass band that blends traditional blue-grass with zydeco, delta blues, and country pop.

The NY City Slickers features Annie Chadwick, sister to long-time OU member Pat Lamar, Annie’s husband Faser Hardin and daughter Abigail Hardin, as well as Andrew Baird, Doug Drewes, Jens Kramer, and Gret Utzig. The concert will serve not only as a fundraiser for our mission trip in January, but also as a memorial to Pat, who passed away on September 24 (see p. 4 to read about a special gift Pat gave to OU.)

Bring your friends and family and join us this Sunday! All donations and proceeds from the event will help send volunteers to the Bahamas Methodist Habitat. Even if you can’t go with us on the trip, you can help support our team with your prayers and gifts.

LAVINRAC Sunday, Oct. 28 5:00-7:00 p.m.

See p. 5 for details!

PRESENCE Sunday Worship

September 23

8:45 a.m. 83

9:00 a.m. 117

10:55 a.m. 299

Sunday School no count

September 30

8:45 & 9:00 a.m. 161 Combined Worship Service

10:55 a.m. 290

Sunday School 299

October 7

8:45 a.m. 76

9:00 a.m. 78

10:55 a.m. 372

Sunday School 337

Holy Communion

September 19 18

September 28 17

October 3 15

In Memoriam Thomas Hawkins Landrum August 2, 1923-August 31, 2012

· Patricia “Pat” Chadwick

Lamar April 3, 1941-September 24,

2012

Christian Love &

Sympathy Is

Extended to

Ed Meisenheimer

in the death of his mother

Sally Meisenhiemer

PRAYERS

▪Margaret Anne Boyer

▪Page Broadway

▪Ellen Case

▪Catherine Cresswell

▪Mildred Davis

▪Lib Fortune

▪Nancy Hampton

▪Jim Hellums

▪B.J. Jordan

▪Nancy Carole King

▪Dru Le Grand

▪Kay McDuffie

▪Eugenia McLaurin

▪Glenn Norwood

▪Kelly Shinall

▪Harry Sneed

▪Glenn Woodard

▪Kitty Brantley, Dianne & Glenn

Woodard’s daughter

▪Billy Buntin, Tyce Buntin’s nephew

▪Katherine Buntin, Tyce Buntin’s

sister-in-law

▪Jan Coppock, Deborah Robinson’s

mother

▪Bill Cresswell, Eph & Catherine

Cresswell’s son

▪Laurie Davis, Kitty Mann’s niece

▪Joe Ann Farley, Bob Farley’s

mother

▪Jean Halford, Lisa Thompson’s

mother

▪Dennis Hendricks, Ashley Wind-

ham’s father

▪Drew Knight, Greg and Cindy Sum-

merlin’s nephew

▪Terry Landrum, Glenda Carroll’s

father

▪Carl Meisenheimer,

Ed Meisenhimer’s father

▪Christy Price, Susan Thomason’s

sister-in-law

▪Joanne Rone, Scott Rone’s mother

▪Emel Sanders, Wanda Poole’s son-

in-law

▪Phil Sneed, Claire Hardy’s brother

▪Donna Thornton, Margaret Fields’

daughter

▪J.D. Wagster, Larry Wagster’s fa-

ther

▪Jack Walters, Jackie Rozier’s father

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Congratulations To Shea & Eric Graeber whose daughter Price Acree was

born August 28. She is the granddaughter of Debbie

Pritchett and David Pritchett and is welcomed by sib-

lings Grafton and James. ∙

Lisa & Chip Burr, whose daughter Lydia Grace was

born August 16. ∙

Jessi & Danny Prestage whose daughter Maggie

Layne was born September 20. She is the granddaugh-

ter of Jacky and Larry Sparks and is welcomed by sib-

lings Bryce and Bailey. ∙

Kristi & Tim Peeples whose son Bradley Michael was

born September 27. He is welcomed by sister Emily. ∙

Danny & Crystal Coleman whose daughter Fiona

Stacy Ann was born October 9. She is the great-

granddaughter of Diann Coleman.

Primetimers Potluck Luncheon

Primetimers will meet Friday, October 19, at noon in

Wesley Hall. Rabbi Aaron Rubinstein, Beth Sholom

Synagogue in Memphis, will give the program on

“Judaism Today.” Chicken and drinks will be

provided. Bring your favorite dish and join the group.

For future programs or questions, contact Jean Brammer,

brammers [email protected] or check the church's web page.

Altar Flowers

If you would like to place flowers on the altar on Decem-

ber 30; January 20, 27; February 10, 24; March 3, 10, or

17, please call Toya Bruss at 832-3061.

Budget Information

Sunday, October 7, 2012

Received Sunday: $23,940.30

Outside Worship Azaleas: October 7—Margie Buckley

Haven House: October 28—Polly Williams

Hermitage: October 4 & 18—Polly Williams

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NEW MEMBERS

A letter from the Bishop… September 18, 2012 Rev. John Moore District Superintendent New Albany District Mississippi Area of the United Methodist Church PO Box 686 New Albany, MS 38652 Dear Rev. Moore,

I regret that I was not able to be present for the fiftieth anniversary of the integration of the University of Mississippi by Mr. James Howard Meredith. Unfortunately, an event previously scheduled, before being assigned as the Resident Bishop of the Mississippi Area of the United Methodist Church, prevented me from being present at this celebration.

I was twelve years old when Mr. Meredith took his historic walk to declare that he was an equal citizen of the United States and of the state of Mississippi, and I had no idea at that time that I would some 50 years later be assigned as the first African American to serve as the Bishop of the United Methodist churches in Mississippi. Therefore, I was directly affected by Mr. Meredith’s decision to fulfill what he described as his ”… Divine Responsibility…” what James Meredith did in fighting for the right to be educated at the University of Mississippi not only made higher education in Mississippi accessible to African Americans but also paved the way for Anglo Americans to be liberated from their need to feel superior to other races. His courage exposed the ugly sin of racism not just in Mississippi but in America. I realize that the South in general, and Mississippi in particu-lar, continue to be places where we seek to root out the vestiges of racism, but we are aware that this need to feel superior to others is not simply a southern or Mississippi challenge. It is a sin that takes root and grows wherever people are not inoculated with the truth that all people are created in the image and likeness of God.

In a recent Pew Research Report, Mississippi was ranked as the most religious state in the United States. We are first in the importance of religion in people’s lives, first in frequency of attendance at worship services, first in frequency of prayer and first in absolute certainty of belief in God. Now wouldn’t it be great on this fiftieth anniversary if we Christians in Mississippi flexed our collective muscles and worked to move Mississippi to first in racial inclusivity and opportunity for all people regardless of race.

Mr. Meredith, this would be a great way to celebrate your courage and God standing with you. thank you Mississippi Christian community for leading this celebration.

Blessings, Bishop James E. Swanson, Jr.

Taylor Ivy, Tanner, Janie, and Trace Turner 662-404-0459 The Turner family joined OU-UMC on September 30 by trans-ferring their letter from First United Methodist Church in Batesville. Janie teaches fourth

grade at Lawndale Elementary in Tupelo. Taylor Ivy is a recent graduate of Ole Miss. Tanner is a freshman at Ole Miss, and Trace is in the fourth grade.

Sept. 30, 2012 many from OU worshiped at Burns UMC celebrating 50 years of integration at The Univ. of MS. At this service, OU member Lloyd Hewitt was recognized for teaching Sunday school at Burns for 2 1/2 years. In appreciation for his service Burns gave him a plaque with the following inscription:

Certificate of Recognition Burns United Methodist Church

acknowledges and honors

Lloyd Hewitt

23 September, 2012

as an essential piece in God's work of revealing His truth through the use of his gift from God to lead

and teach here at Burns United Methodist Church. We celebrate our partnership with Burns UMC and the entire UM Connection!

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In recent days, the town of Oxford has been mourning the death of Pat Lamar and remembering her many gifts given through her leadership. But she also gave a special gift to our church which many of you may not know about.

In the early 80s, Pat researched the history of Oxford and Lafayette county and commissioned a needle-work designer in Memphis to paint on a series of canvases some of the historical facts Pat had acquired. When finished, the pillow designs reflect the first little Methodist church in Oxford, the signing of the treaty with the Indians, establishing Lafayette county, and another shows the marching away of the University Grays to the Civil War where they suffered almost 100 casualties.

A number of the women in the church worked on these pillows for months and, from time to time, Pat would gather us all at her house to see how the work was progressing. I can’t remember who all worked other than Mrs. Kazar, Marion

Bruce’s mother, Jenny Arnold, Carolyn Pegram, and me. When the needlework was finally finished, Pat took them all and had them made into cushions which you kneel on when you come to the altar. They are beautiful, valuable, and represent a loving gift to our church from Pat Lamar.

—Madge Stubblefield

COLLEGE MINISTRIES

College Ministries Host Family Luncheon

This past Sunday, the College Ministry Team hosted a lunch to connect OU families with students. We have 20 OU families

who will be serving as hosts for around 25 local college students. What does this mean? This simply means OU families have

committed to be intentional about making students feel welcome at OU through inviting them to sitting with them in church,

including them in a meal now and then, sending them texts or e-mail, calling to see how they can pray for the students, etc.

Thank you to ALL who have volunteered thus far. We have already received feedback from the students that they are

thrilled about and very appreciative of their OU Hosts!

We will continue to add new students throughout the year, so if you are interested in being a Host Family, it is not too late! Just

contact Allyson Willis (662-231-9929; [email protected]).

Missionary Visit

Members of OU’s Mission and Outreach Team, Jean Shaw and Sloan Hunter (chair) and Alex and Brenda Awad, missionaries at Bethlehem Bible College.

On Thursday, September 20, missionaries Alex and Brenda Awad gave a brief presentation on their time at Bethlehem Bible College. They presented OU with a hand-stitched banner as a show of appreciation for our continued financial support.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

STUDENT MINISTRIES

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Sunday, October 28

5:00-7:00 p.m., Activities Center

Carnival games… chili cook-off…

costume contests… silent auction

Everyone is invited! *no meal and no W.O.W. on Wednesday, October 31*

(Final W.O.W. and Wednesday Night Meal will be Oct. 24.)

Camp Lake Stephens Children’s Retreat:

October 20-21

Our F.I.S.H. group (5th & 6th graders) will attend the

Children’s Retreat at Camp Lake Stephens (October

20-21, $75 per person) as a group to experience the

retreat together David Rock, Pat Forrester, J.J. Col-

lins and Camille Mitchell will attend as chaperones.

The retreat will give our kids a chance to camp, ex-

perience God, and be reminded of our spiritual lives.

We will worship together, play together, have Bible

studies, gather around a bonfire, try our hand at ca-

noeing and go down the zipline.

We will meet at Camp Lake Stephens at 9:30 a.m.

Saturday, October 20 and will be back at the church

at 11:00 a.m. Sunday morning.

We have 17 kids signed up already, and a few

spaces are still available! Contact Pat Forrester if

you’d like to attend ([email protected], 832-

5624).

Weekly Schedule Tuesdays: Junior High Prayer Breakfast - 7 a.m., Phillips Grocery Wednesdays: Senior High Prayer Breakfast - 7 a.m.., Phillips Grocery Youth Band - 4 p.m. in the Youth Center Youth Choir - 5 p.m. in the Choir Room Youth Bible Study - 6 p.m. in the Youth Center Sundays: Sunday School - 10 a.m. Small Groups - 5 to 7 p.m.

October

Saturday October 13—Ole Miss vs. Auburn. Lot opens at 7 a.m.

Saturday October 20—Junior High Girls Night. Please contact Greg Smith for information, [email protected], 816-5763.

Wednesday October 31—Halloween Bonfire

6 p.m. at Guy and Cindy Summerlin’s cabin.

Hot dogs… S’mores… Scary stories… See you there!

Invite a friend!

COLLEGE MINISTRIES

College Ministry will be helping with a Fall Festival in an inner city neighborhood in Oxford. We need the following supplies:

Streamers Balloons Candy Prizes (for the Carnival Games)

Large Cardboard boxes (to make booths for carnival games) Paint (for painting the carnival games - old house paint can be used

Please bring these items to the Church Office clearly labeled “College Ministry” by Sunday, October 21. Thank you so much for

your help!

Return Service Requested

OXFORD-UNIVERSITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

424 SOUTH TENTH STREET

OXFORD, MS 38655

Phone: 234-5278 Fax: 234-4202 Website: http://www.ouumc.org

Our Church Staff: Name Phone E-mail

Pastor Warren Black 234-5278 [email protected]

Associate Pastor Claire Dobbs 234-5278 [email protected]

Minister ofVisitation and Homebound Gene Bramlett 832-6616 [email protected]

Director of Children's Ministries Pat Forrester 234-4293 [email protected]

Director of Preschool Programs Susan Phillips 234-3371 [email protected]

Youth Minister/Journey Music Coord. Greg Smith 234-5278 [email protected]

College Ministries Coordinator Allyson Willis 231-9929 aew [email protected]

Director of Music Lee Uhlhorn 234-7102 [email protected]

Journey Coordinator Julianna Ross 234-5278 [email protected]

Church Administrator Russ McLellan 234-5278 [email protected]

Admin. Assistant to the Pastors Barbara Camp 234-2680 [email protected]

Communications Coordinator Emilie Bramlett 234-5278 [email protected]

Organist Jason Derrick 234-5278 w [email protected]

Receptionist Jan Estes 234-5278 [email protected]

Bookkeeper Sylvia Harvey 234-5278 [email protected]

Manager of Buildings and Grounds James Young 234-5278 [email protected]

Assistant Manager of Buildings Lisa Corrothers 234-5278 [email protected]

Custodian Bennie Malone 234-5278 [email protected]

Notes from the Past SIXTY YEARS AGO: On October 3, 1952, members of the Official Board noted that former minister Ellis Finger would be inaugurated as

president of Millsaps College on October 29 and 30, 1952. ***

FIFTY YEARS AGO: On the first Sunday in October 1962 the church offering totaled $510.59 ($449.84 in envelopes and $60.75 in loose

offerings).

On October 7, 1962, the church bulletin recognized the nursery workers (Mrs. Laverne Faust, Mrs. Frank Lovelady, Mrs. Henry Butler, Mrs.

C. C. Hathorn, Mrs. Claudia Jackson, and Miss Bernice Arnold) and the kindergarten workers (Mrs. Harry Hale, Mrs. Grover Kinney, Mrs. C.

C. Lovelady, Mrs. Buford Fields, and Mrs. M. C. Lovelady).

The October 14, 1962, bulletin carried this notice: “All ladies who will please bring any scraps of all types, lace, buttons, thread, etc.; old hose;

or any other type material that would be used by the Parchman Hobby Show.” ***

FORTY YEARS AGO: New Bishop Mack B. Stokes and his wife were welcomed at a reception in Jackson on October 1, 1972.

Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne Sagen joined the church in October 1972.

On October 8, layman Robert Khayat spoke at the 8:30 service, and J. D. Williams spoke at the 10:55 service.

The October 8, 1972, bulletin welcomed new members Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Vernon. ***

THIRTY YEARS AGO: Mr. and Mrs. Joe Larson and Kimberly Kay and Brent Allen Larson and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Perrine joined the

church in October 1982.

Bill and Carole Dye hosted the John Wesley Sunday School class at a potluck supper on October 8, 1982.

Mary Jane Case and children gave the altar flowers on October 10, 1982, in memory of Henry L. Case, Jr.

Dr. Tonya Flesher served as liturgist on October 10, 1982. ***

TWENTY YEARS AGO: On October 4, 1992, a church conference was held for discussion of the sale of the parsonage at 301 Dogwood Dr.

On October 6, 1992, members of the Board of Trustees passed a motion that “the Dogwood Parsonage be offered to Staff/Parish for their com-

mittee, in turn, to offer the use of the house to our Associate Pastor until which time the house is sold.”

Acolytes in October 1992 were Jeremy Bruss, Veazey Greenlee, Scott Hale, Drew Fair, Meg Johnson, and Shannon Shipley.

Jason Parker Poole was born on October 4, 1992. ***

TEN YEARS AGO: Church members were invited to an October 1, 2002, Community Dinner in the Circle at the University. “The 2002-03

academic year at the University is dedicated to the courage of Dr. James H. Meredith and all students, faculty, staff and alumni who have

stood up for open doors and opportunity for all on our campus.”

Sarah Hampton, Ginger Thurlow, and Lee Uhlhorn sang “I’m a Child of the King” on October 13, 2002.

Mary De Witt Schove was born on October 3, 2002.

Ty Walter Brockhoff was born October 15, 2002.

Primetimers left the church on October 14, 2002, for their Fall Fling—Cullman, Alabama; Chattanooga, Tennessee; and Lake Junaluska.

Alexandria Talmage Johnson was born October 16, 2002.

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