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MISSIONS:
SafeHouse
HOPE Ministry
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UMW BAKE SALE THIS SUNDAY!!
Please remember to bring so money to help with their mission events. Thanks!
Help Needed:
We would appreciate your help with this event! Please click here to sign up to bake some goodies (cookies, brownies, bread, scones, cakes, etc.) and/or to work a sales shift on Sunday! All baked goods should be dropped off in the FLC kitchen by Sunday at 8:30am. You may also drop them off at Carol Gilliland's home (5218 Amhurst Dr., Norcross) any time Saturday.
If you have any questions, please contact Carol at 770-840-8993! Thank you!
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Sermons from
a Jesus Shaped Faith: Who Doesn't Like a Good Apocalyse?"
Gospel Challenge:
What will be your witness?
Chris Mixer
"Everyday Missions"
Brian Dubberly
Thank you for the warm reception you gave Brian Dubberly during his visit last weekend.
For your information the 2017 trips to El Salvador will be the weeks of May 28 and October 29. Cost will be approximately $1250 (depends on cost of your airline ticket).
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Everyone is invited to bring
your pledge card to the altar
during the final song of this service.
PLEASE PRAY ABOUT YOUR COMMITMENT
TO SIMPSONWOOD UMC FOR 2017
It is time to complete your
Commitment Card
You can:
Mail it in or place it in the offering plate or go to our website and click the pledge now button or
click the button here:
Jesus says in John 14:12:
"I tell you the truth, anyone who has faith in Me will do what I have been doing. He will do even GREATER THINGS than these, because I go to the Father."
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SUNDAY ON MONDAY
7:00 pm
In the Chapel at
Simpsonwood Park!
Please join us there!!
NOTE: Park ONLY in designated parking.
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I'm writing to ask you to place November 8th on your calendar as a special day of prayer. On this day, we will open the Sanctuary from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for anyone who would like to come in and have prayer. At Noon, we will have a short worship service (no longer than thirty minutes) in the Sanctuary where we will simply read Scriptures and have prayer together for our nation.
Let me be clear up front that this is NOT a day of prayer for the election to go in-favor of any candidate nor is it a demonstration of national pride or patriotic fervor or political activity. This is a simple call to humble prayer that sows for a great awakening of souls to God's presence and salvation in our day and time.
In Christ,
Brian Clark
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HELPING VICTIMS OF THE HURRICANE MATTHEW DISASTER
IN THE CARIBBEAN AND ALONG THE US COAST
Please prayerfully consider how you can help the victims of Hurricane Matthew. Right now there are two areas of help that are being requested.
- PRAY. Please join in prayer for all that have been impacted in any way by Hurricane Matthew in the Caribbean and along the US Coast.
- GIVE. As always, 100 percent of your gifts to UMCOR go to those in need. You can give by making your check to SUMC and including on the memo line either NGUMC Fund #4390 for UMCOR US Disaster Response or NGUMC Fund #8430 for UMCOR International Disaster Response.
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VOLUNTEER FOR "A BRUSH WITH KINDNESS' SERVICE DAY
WHAT
: Partnering with Dunwoody UMC to caulk and paint the exterior of Ms. Melvin's home. She is the owner of the first Habitat home built by Dunwoody UMC.
WHEN
: October 22, 2016 from 7:30 to 3:30
WHERE
: 105 Estoria Street SE, Atlanta - Simpsonwood volunteers will car pool from Church
MINIMUM AGE
: You must be 16 to be allowed on site
TO REGISTER:
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2017 Missions Funding Request
If you would like to submit a request for funding from the 2017 Missions Budget the appropriate forms are here:
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2016 Holiday Bell-Ringing at Belk at The Forum
Saturdays in November and December
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SAVE THE DATES
DECEMBER 9-11
Sign-ups available now.
See below
Preparation has begun for our largest outreach of the year...Walk Through Bethlehem! We are celebrating 25 years of sharing the Christmas story with our community and this year will be very special. Our desire is for everyone at Simpsonwood to be a part of the event in some way. The sign ups will be available soon. There will be spots for serving in the shops, in the Nativity scene, serving Hot Chocolate, or even just helping with hospitality. There will also be ways you can help preparing the village before the event.
Please pray about how you will serve.
To sign up to be a character or shop keeper:
Click here.
To sign up to be on the support team:
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GLIDERS WANTED
Do you have a gently used glider that you'd like to get rid of? Donate it to the church!
We are looking for three, gently used, gliders for our cry rooms to make them more hospitable.
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Nursery Workers Wanted
If you love babies and toddlers...we'd love to have you!
Our nursery is currently hiring more nursery workers, if you're interested in the position please contact Linda Romarion with your resume: lromarion@simpsonwoodumc.org.
Requirements:
Must be 18 years or older, and out of high school. Submit to a background check. Participate in our Safe Sanctuaries training.
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October 26
Fall Festival Dinner October 26, 2016
6:00-7:00pm
Pizza,Chips, Drink
Dinner provided by Student Ministry for
Youth Missions
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FREEDOM FOR THE FUTURE
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Freedom for the Future debt reduction efforts.
As of today, here is where we are with our Freedom to the Future Journey:
150 pledges = $986,686
Already received and paid on the loan: $734,075
The loan balance is now $122,039
What a great response from our members!
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Wednesday, October 19 at 7:30pm
Breakfast Cereal Challenge
October 30
If you would like to learn more
about our
music ministry at Simpsonwood UMC please contact:
Director of Worship Ministry
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Children's Ministry News
#1 Fall Festival (For all children) - Wed., Oct. 26th:
Get your costumes ready because the SUMC Fall Festival is right around the corner!! This year's festival will
take place on Wednesday, October 26th and everything will take place in Building C. The Fall Festival is from
6:00 - 8:00pm. Dinner starts at 6:00 (Please RSVP) and the games are from 6:30 - 8:00pm. Some of this year's
games/activities will include: Jumpy Castle, Donut Eating Contests, Toss Games, Cake Walks, and of course
our traditional hay rides. Start praying for good weather!
Finally, here is the dinner link for the Fall Festival. All proceeds go to the youth mission trip!
Click here!
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#2 - Canned Good Challenge for the Norcross Cooperative Ministries:
A challenge has been issued (by me) to all the children to bring in at least 250 canned goods for the Norcross
Cooperative Ministries by Thanksgiving Day. Children can bring canned goods with them to Sunday School, 45's,
or Mission 252. Or they can just drop them off in the collection buckets located in my office (Building B).
If the
children raise 250 canned goods....I will personally match it for a total of 500! Thank you in advance for helping
with this great cause.
My door is always open if you need anything!
Your friend in Christ,
Director of Children's Ministry
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Youth News this Week
Youth are about to enter a 'new season' of Wednesday nights.
We have been running 'small groups' since the beginning of the school year; b
ut we start our shift towards 'family ministry' from now until January.
What is going on in YOUR youth program?
Make sure to click on our blog.
Refuel Wednesday
Dinner served from 5:30-6:15
Small groups - 6:30-8:00
Come join us and see the many benefits of a small group
*November 11-13: Senior High Retreat -
Service Spotlight
*November 3 - SafeHouse Outreach
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Galatians 6:9 NIV
Website has info for fall!
Check us out at:
www.simpsonwoodyouth.org
You can follow Youth on Instagram @simpsonwoodyouth to see pictures & get reminders.
Director of Student Ministries
Detailed information on above events can be found in our weekly email sent out on Mondays or contact our youth office at 770-441-2181.
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Click the icon to see our Facebook page!
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Preschool will be closed
Tuesday, November 8th for Election Day!
Simpsonwood Preschool was voted as one of the top preschools by Inside Gwinnett Magazine.
Limited openings still available for
for the school year 2016-2017.
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Preschool Director
770-441-9444
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UMW Treasurer Needed
Our UMW Treasurer is nearing the end of her 4 year
term of office which is most allowed for an individual. A UMW officer period runs for 2 years but Pam was gracious to extend to a 2nd term. Please prayerfully consider if you can assist doing this position which would include training until year end and move into the role in January. If you want information on what this entails please contact
Pam Reilly 770-242-6579.
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SAVE THE DATE
You are invited to participate
Cannon Church's 2017 Women's Retreat
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4Sarah is excited about their 5th Annual Golf Tournament on October 28, 2016 at Cherokee Run Golf Club in Conyers.
We are asking all of our supporters to please consider being a sponsor this year. With your support, 4Sarah will be able to continue offering
resources to women and girls working in the sex industry and seeking guidance in their lives.
Atlanta is still facing a growing problem that can be stopped but only with the support from the community. I know there are hundreds of charities serving Georgia but making a contribution to 4Sarah can help change the lives of the women and girls we serve. Even if you are not a golfer, you may sponsor a hole for $125, or even sponsor a golf team. Your business will be promoted during our event and on our social media sites.
Here is the link to their eventbrite page for sponsors and golf teams to pay online.
Thank you for sharing our tournament with your family and friends.
Blessings,
Kasey McClure | Founder & Executive Director | 4Sarah, Inc
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JOY Circle
Second Tuesday of Every Month
(Except June, July, August)
- Joy Circle signed up bakers & sellers for the fall UMW Bake Sale ,Sunday, Oct. 23rd.
- Our next meeting will be Tuesday, Nov. 8th at 11 a.m. in rooms 110-111 of Building C (FLC). Please read Part 2 Joy Is a Conviction of My Mind: Discovering a New Way of Thinking, Choose Joy by Kay Warren.
- Michelle Wehrheim reminded us of "Make It-Take-It-Bake It" scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 15th.
- Susan Rivero shared that the next mailing of Cookies for the Troops - Holiday edition packs Nov. 17th.
- Hang on because Hot Chocolate for Bethlehem is right around the corner, Dec. 9th, 10th &11th. God is good!!!
Blessings-Peggy
JOY Circle Leader:
Friendship Circle
First Wednesday of Every Month
(Except June, July, August)
Our next circle meeting will be:
Date: Wed., November 2.
Hostess: Patty Buchanan
5335 Chelsen Wood Drive
Johns Creek, 30022
770-368-1941
Study:
What Makes You Happy by Andy Stanley
Friendship Circle Leader:
Grace Circle
First Tuesday of Every Month
(Except June, July, August)
Date: Tuesday, November 1
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Study: Chapters 5-8 of For the Love, Fighting for Grace in a World of Impossible Standards by Jen Hatmaker
Where:
Home of Leigh Anna Lang
4503 Fitzpatrick Way
404-877-8352
Grace Circle Membership:
Circle of Peace
First and Third Wednesdays of the Month
(Except June, July)
Meeting Dates: First and Third Wednesday of Every Month
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Location: Building A, Room 107
Study: Broken and Blessed: God Changes the World One Person and One Family At a Time by Jessica Lagrone
Leader: Liz van Hees
Circle of Peace Leader:
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If you would like to become involved with our active and involved SUMC Men's Group please contact me.
In His Service,
404-754-0843
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LIFE Now has its own
Facebook page!!
Click the icon to see the page!!
A Ministry for Empty Nesters and Active Adults of All Ages.
SUMC LIFE GROUP WILL HAVE A FUN NIGHT OF TAILGATING AND TEAM TRIVIA ON NOVEMBER 11 AT 6 pm.
We will meet in the Family Life Center (I will let you know exactly where later).
Come supporting your favorite team -- high school, collegiate or professional --- wear your colors proudly!! Everyone is asked to bring a hearty appetizer (tailgate special)to share...no desserts please. Trivia Teams will be formed that night so don't worry about getting on a team -- I will take care of that for you!!!
Please RSVP to let me know you will attend so we know how many teams we will have. LOVE TO SEE YOU THERE -- COME JOIN US FOR SOME FUN!!
NCM Linen Sorting: If you would like to go call or email Pam Reilly at 770-242-6579 or
pwrjr@aol.com
NOTICE!!!
Please make certain that you add me to your email list so you will get my emails. Thanks, Barb
BBaumgarth@aol.com
Click here for a brochure with more information about LIFE Ministry.
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Young Harris Scholarship Fund
The Young Harris Scholarship Fund has funds available whenever we have interested applicants from our church youth. Chris Mixer, Director of Student Ministries, and Michelle Wehrheim, Youth Administrative Assistant, make information about Young Harris and the available scholarship known to eligible students at Simpsonwood.
Students that receive the Simpsonwood scholarship usually receive matching funds from the United Methodist Leadership Scholars program (UMLS).
The UMLS program is designed to encourage active UM students to attend a United Methodist-related college or university by offering these funds. The UMLS program is part of the UMHEF funds (Higher Education Funding).
Scholarship Committee policies:
Application Deadlines
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- Applicants must come before the SUMC YHC Scholarship Committee by November 1.
- Applicants should apply to YHC by mid-October.
- Applicants should come before the SUMC YHC Scholarship Committee as soon as they are accepted to YHC to apply for scholarship funds.
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Can you crochet or knit??
We Need YOUR Help!
The Prayer Warriors are almost completely out of prayer shawls to give to the precious members and friends that are going through a difficult time and need prayer. We use the shawls to remind them that they are being prayed for on a weekly basis in our Prayer Warriors ministry.
We need shawls for men and women, young and old!! If you can minister in this way please contact Jann Roeder. We have some funds to help you to purchase the yarn.
Thanks so much for all you do!!
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Yoga @ Simpsonwood 
We will meet on Thursdays at 9:30am during this session in the classrooms across from the gym in the Family Life Center, Room 110/111.
The dates for this six week session are:
9/8, 15, 22, 29, 10/6 (skip 10/13), 10/20
The cost is $50 for 6 weeks, $10 to drop into single classes.
Even if you haven't joined us before, newcomers are welcome!
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Dear SUMC members:
 My name is Brooke and I am a member of troop 1719 in Norcross which is part of the Norcross II Service Unit.
For my Gold Award I have decided to tackle Teen Dating Violence, because Georgia is number one in this category as reported by WRBL.com (Click here for information).
Low Self Esteem, Peer Pressure and Immaturity are some of the causes for violence in Teen Dating as reported by the CDC: Teen Dating Violence. So as a native Georgia teen I have taken this to heart and I wanted to address these issues. I partnered with Ms. Claire Lisco; who is a teen empowerment advocate that works for Partnership Against Domestic Violence (PADV) (Click here for information about PADV).
I will host a workshop with talking points on the causes for teen dating violence where we would speak more in depth about the signs of an abusive partner and the resources available to anyone who needs to get out of an abusive relationship. Towards the end of the workshop we will have a self defense session as well.
My workshop is scheduled for Saturday, November 5, 2016 from 2 pm to 5 pm at one of the churches in the area. I would like to ask for two things: Registration to the workshop and donations for
PADV
who support shelters for women and children who are survivors of domestic violence. Click here for the registration form.
I will set up a collection bin from 10/1- 10/31 for donations. All of the donations will be given to
PADV
on the day of the workshop - November 5
th
. Here is the list of donations that would assist PADV.
My goal is to collect 100 items. If you are interested I have
attached
a flyer for my workshop.
Thank you for considering my request.
Yours In Girl Scouting,
Brooke
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Roswell UMC Job Networking
If you're looking for your next career opportunity, Roswell UMC Job Networking is the best place to be Monday, October 24th starting at 12:30 pm with 11 afternoon workshops, dinner, and much more led by Recruiters, Business Professionals, Human Resource Specialists, and Job Coaches. Workshops include how to write the best resume, how to capture the hiring manager's eye with appropriate messaging on LinkedIn, and Recruiters available to review your resume in person at no cost.
Plan to join us for dinner starting at 5:30 p.m. No advance sign up...just show up. Suggested donation $3 for dinner. Please visit our website at www.rumcjobnetworking.com for complete agenda details. You can sign up to join our RUMC Yahoo Groups to be notified daily about new job openings and how to apply.
We have a complete closet of appropriate interview clothing available to men and women from 4 to 8:00 pm.
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Share the JOY of Christmas!
Tammi Consolini/Traci Consolini
NCM Christmas Program Coordinators
404.550.8072/404.273.0953
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First Thursday
of Every Month
November 3
December 1
We could really use a few more volunteers on Thursday nights.
If you can join us please let me know!!
Various ways you can offer serving support:
- Bake Cookies, brown chicken and cook rice the Thursday morning of at 9am
- Prepare casseroles and salad - Thursday at 1pm
- Pack and load church van - Thursday at 4:30pm
- Drive the Van - Thursday at 5
- Participate at Safehouse ( package the food, interact with the visitors, deliver the message / scripture )
- Meet at church by 5pm to carpool / ride in the van
- Meet at Safehouse by 6:15pm
- Deliver the message
- Music
Contact Scott Adams for more information.
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HOPE Ministry.........
SUMC's ONLY home-grown ministry!!
HOPE Ministry is really short on funding right now through the end of 2016. If you would like to make a donation to help our 6 wonderful families that would be awesome. Write a check to SUMC with HOPE Ministry in the memo line.
Praise God from Whom ALL blessings flow!!
"The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed; to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord." (Luke 4:18, 19 NKJV)
more involved with HOPE Ministry.
There are always fun and exciting ways to be HIS hands and feet.
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Jann Roeder
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