CHILDREN’S MINISTRY YOUTH NEWS MUSIC MINISTRY WHAT’S HAPPENING PRAYER CONCERNS: Skippi Posey, Ann Warrington, Jo Eckhardt, Judy McIntosh, Teesa Barr, Pat Dean, Polly Stadnik, Curt Poer, Cliff Owens, Ruby Daniel, Don Posey, Charles Horne, Sissy Cooper, Genny Davis, Larry Sellers, Maddie Armona, Judy Simpson, Judy Herrin, Rick Neal PRAYER CONCERNS STEWARDSHIP OF SERVICE Operating Budget Needed Weekly $ 43,842.65 Operating Budget Received 11/19/17 $ 26,485.00 Over/Under Budget $ 17,357.65 Operating Budget Received YTD $ 1,610,598.23 Outstanding Budget 29% ALTAR FLOWERS: In memory of Fred Freeney, from Linda, the children, and grandchildren CHILDREN’S MINISTRY: In memory of JoAnne Sperry, from Wallace & Jennifer Bonner In memory of Jim Dendy, from Lynda Campbell CHRISMON FUND: In memory of JoAnne Sperry, from Kermit & DeLaine Henderson MEALS ON WHEELS: In memory of Sarah Boatner, from New Day SS Class; Susan & Charles Davis In memory of JoAnne Sperry, from Susan & Charles Davis In memory of Jim Dendy, from Kermit & DeLaine Henderson In memory of Phillip Wingate, from Kermit & DeLaine Henderson MEMORIAL FUND: In memory of Jim Dendy, from Mark & Teesa Barr; Cindy & Reed Jackson; Enid Aultman; Morella Vedder; Martha & James Davis; Sue Manget In memory of Elizabeth Peters, from Avanell Best In memory of Dickie Harter, from Patricia Lanning; Dena & Greg Jones CommUNITY NIGHT Ushers (8:30) John Baucom, John Gordon, Stan McMikle, Jack Roberts (11:10) Franklin Vorse, Berney Yarborough, Myron Pierce Meals on Wheels #1: Kermit Henderson; Martha Owens & Sally Anderson; Deborah & Pearce Long; Deanna & Frank Schaffer; Joanne Marietta & Cheryle Abell Meals on Wheels #2: Lynn Davis Jr.; Mary Jane Sharp & Viki Curtis; Brady & Sandra Lee; Marian Lingle; Lisa Lassiter & Karen Cohilas Altar Guild: Jo Eckhardt, Chmn.; Pam Nichols; Mary Baynard; Pam Martin; Jim & Len Horne Flower Ministry for November 27: Pam Martin Visitation Ministry for November 26: Joanne and Roger Marietta Casserole Ministry for November 27: Casserole - Jane Bragg & Jane McCrary, Cake - Pam Bell, Delivery - Laura Benford 8:30 Greeter for November 26: Gloria Drake 9:15 Worship Coffee for November 26: Wanda Mitchell 9:15 Greeters for November 26: Trent & Michelle Blalock; Cris & Chuck Darsey; Julie McGovern & Blake Wilson; Buz & Tammy Busbee; Jesse & Shirley Way 11:10 Greeters November 26: Penny Schneider; Lynn & Carey Tatum; Dee Matthews OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR MEDICARE PART D DRUG PLAN - Open Enrollment for the Medicare Part D drug plan is now through the end of November. Jan Dorsey and Fay Isele will be reviewing plans again this year. They can review your current plan to see if that’s the best plan for you. Please pick up an enrollment form, fill out, and mail to Jan or Fay, or you may leave it in William’s mailbox at the church. The forms are located at the volunteer desk in the church lobby. CHRISTMAS DECORATING COMMITTEE – Please meet in the Sanctuary on Sunday, November 26, at 2 p.m. to decorate for Advent. PORTERFIELD T-SHIRTS FOR SALE - They are available in D-108 for $8 each (cash or check) in unisex sizes M, L, XL, and 2XL. ADVENT - Are you or your family interested in participating in the lighting of the Advent Wreath? Please contact Nate at nlehman@ pmumc.net or Jane at [email protected]. ADVENT OFFERING CARDS - will be available soon. This year our gifts will be divided by giving 50 percent to Salvadoran Mission Projects (international) and 50 percent to The Lord’s Pantry (Albany area). Worship (11/19/17) 555 (8:30-79; 9:15-254; 11:10-222) Sunday School 352 STEWARDSHIP OF ATTENDANCE STEWARDSHIP OF GIFTS Advent Calendars Are Out! Be sure to pick one up at one of our check-in stations. Each day has a small suggestion of a way to share Christ’s love this Advent season. Joyful Noise Christmas Program & Birthday Party for Baby Jesus Remember their Saturday rehearsal on Dec. 9 at 10 a.m. in the Sanctuary. Parents are invited to join them for lunch at 11:30 in the Fellowship Hall. Sign up with Ms. Selina or Mr. William! Please plan to join us on Dec. 13 at 6:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary for their program. A party will follow to celebrate Jesus’ Birthday! Brick By Brick Christmas Missions Project Our nursery and elementary kids are teaming up to raise funds for Compassion International. We’ll be helping to build two new Compassion Centers in Kenya. These centers will help minister to physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of more than 3,500 individuals! Many people will visit a center like this long before they would consider visiting a church. More information at theparentcue.org/compassion Christmas Eve Service Would your 4th or 5th grader like to read the Christmas Story? Please let Caren know! K-3rd are invited to help act out the Nativity Story as the 4th and 5th graders read from Scripture. We’ll have a rehearsal on December 21st at 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary. Please note our last Terrific Tuesday and FFGO of the school year will be December 12th. Regular Schedule November 26 4:00 pm Youth Band Practice 5:30 pm Youth Gather in Ministry Center/Snack Supper 6:15 pm Mid High Ensemble Practice 6:30 pm Youth Small Groups 7:30 pm Parent Pickup of Youth Bike through the Lights at Chehaw! Thursday, November 30 We will meet at Chehaw at 5:45 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the gate or $30 for a family of four. Each additional person is $5, and children under 5 are free. This includes entrance to the lights, bonfire with marshmallow roast, and either a hot dog or hamburger plate (includes chips and a drink). NOVEMBER 29 CHURCH NIGHT SUPPER Serving Line Opens at 5 p.m. Menu: Poppy Seed Chicken; Glazed Carrots; Seasoned Rice; Green Beans; Rolls; Salad Bar; Kids’ Meal - Hot Dogs, Chips, Juice, Cookies Program: CommUNITY Groups Make a reservation by calling 436-6336, ext. 145, by noon on Tuesday or by filling out reservation forms and placing in offering plate. Please cancel by noon on Tuesday if you cannot attend, or payment is expected. THANK YOU! Mark Your Calendars! The Contemporary Christmas Program is December 10 at 6 p.m. in the Ministry Center. Our Children’s Christmas Program is December 13 at 6:15 p.m. and Candlelighting Services are December 17 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., all in the Sanctuary. The Candlelighting services will feature our choirs and the Albany Symphony.