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This Saturday we are hosting
Talentpalooza
. This event exists to raise money & support for youth who want to go on a Mission Trip (at a reduced cost). We still need volunteers to serve, sell tickets, etc. (click the 'Sign Up Genius' button on our SimpsonwoodYouth.org website) - Please make plans to attend Saturday (7:00-8:30pm in the FLC).
P.S. we do NOT have 'LIVE' youth group this Sunday night. Talentpalooza replaces our weekly youth event.
Confirmation students are asked to show up this Sunday (10am) with their parents to the Sanctuary for walk-through & rehearsal.
for tickets.
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Sunday, February 26
Journeys With the Messiah:
Metamorphosis
(Sermon Series based on the photographs of photographer, Michael Belk)
To read about Michael Belk and his dramatic photo presentations visit his website at
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SUNDAY ON MONDAY
7:00 pm
In the Chapel at
Simpsonwood Park!
Please join us there!!
Park ONLY in designated parking.
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To hear the
Sermon from
February 12, 2017
Journeys With the Messiah:
Quandary
Dr. Brian Clark
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March 1, 2017
5:30-6:30pm
Main Meal:
Waffle House
Waffles/Eggs/Bacon/Sausage/Grits - $7.00
*Alternative Meal: Half portion of Main Meal - $4.00
*Cheese Pizza Meal - 1 slice pizza, salad, dessert - $3.00
Register for dinner in the front office or
Spring 2017 Refuel Adult Class Offerings!
What a great way to grow in faith and fellowship!
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March 1, 2017 7:00pm
in the Sanctuary
Our Lenten journey as a congregation will begin this coming Wednesday, March 1st. We will gather for a Waffle House meal in the Family Life Center (Building C) from 5:30-6:30 p.m. You can sign up for the meal by clicking here. The meal will be followed by Ash Wednesday worship in the Sanctuary at 7:00 p.m. where we will impose ashes on our foreheads as a sign of our repentance and God's grace.
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Simpsonwood 101 Class
Sunday, March 19
9:50am-10:50am
Room 114, Building C
Please join us for our next Simpsonwood 101. The class is a
discussion with our pastors.
It is designed for regular
attendees to learn about the vision
and mission of
Simpsonwood as well as a brief overview
of what it
means to be a member and Methodist beliefs
. This class is required for membership.
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FREEDOM FOR THE FUTURE
|  Thank you to everyone who has been contributing to our
Freedom for the Future We have now paid off our loan balance. We began with over ONE MILLION dollars of debt and now our debt is: $0.00
Thanks Simpsonwood Family!!
We will be having a Note Burning Celebration on Sunday, April 30. Watch here for more info.
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EASTER PORTIONS OF HANDEL'S MESSIAH
With the Chancel Choirs of Simpsonwood UMC,
St. James-Buckhead UMC,
Chamblee UMC and Sandy Springs UMC
Sunday, May 7, 2017 3:00PM
at Chamblee United Methodist Church
4147 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta, GA 30341
Group Rehearsals:
Saturday, March 4: 10-11:30am Chamblee UMC
Saturday, April 1: 10-11:30am Chamblee UMC
Saturday, May 6: 10-11:30 Chamblee UMC (Dress Rehearsal)
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22. Behold the Lamb of God - p. 48
# 24. Surely He Hath Borne Our Griefs - p. 52
# 26. All We Like Sheep - p. 61
# 33. Lift Up Your Heads, O Ye Gates - p. 77
# 46. Since By Man Came Death - p. 118
# 53a. Worthy Is the Lamb That Was Slain - p. 128
# 53b. Amen - p. 137
# 44. Hallelujah! - p.107
Rehearsal Videos:
password: 4500jones
Instructions:
1)
after log in navigate to order history - on that page you will see 3 Steps to Sing Handel Messiah
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click on 'easyplay' beside your voice part, it takes a little while to load, you need an internet connection
3)
click on the title of the song you want to rehearse, a video will appear with your part (notes) in the attached screen allowing you to sing along with a voice and watch as the notes move
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
Scream Relaunches at Simpsonwood!!
(Started Sunday, Feb. 19):
We are excited to announce that the 45's group is joining forces with Scream Ministries in an effort to draw additional children into the ministry! As always, we will continue to provide a high energy program with the main goal of leading children to a relationship with Christ. All of the details at this time have not been worked out; however, we are excited about this opportunity and would appreciate your prayers in this matter. The new program will be held on Sunday evenings from 5:00 - 6:30pm. It is for all 3rd, 4th, and 5th Graders who are interested in learning more about Christ & developing a relationship with Him! Come join us for live music, great talks, and big group games! To sign up your child and/or volunteer,
please click here.
Children Singing on Ash Wednesday
(Wednesday, March 1):
The Mission 252 children (PreK - 3rd Grade) will be singing during the Ash Wednesday Service on Wed., March 1. Hope you will be able to join us for Waffle House & for the Ash Wednesday Service!
Spring Scream Retreat (March 24 - 26):
I highly recommend this retreat and I continue to be impressed by the impact it has had on many of God's children! I (with the help of additional chaperones) will be taking a group of 4th and 5th graders from Simpsonwood UMC up to Sharp Top Cove (Jasper, GA - approx. 45 -50 minutes from Norcross) for an exciting weekend!
Click here for details about the Retreat.
The deadline to sign-up for the Scream Retreat is Friday, February 24th. You can find the forms outside of my office in Building B.
Easter Egg Hunt/Spring Festival
(Wednesday, April 12):
Great news....our annual Easter Egg Hunt/Spring Festival has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 12th!! It will be held across the street from 4:30-7:00pm. All children's activities will take place on the open field (you can't miss it). There will be slides, obstacle courses, moon walks, and of course our traditional Easter Egg Hunts (one for PreK and under & one for Kindergarten - 3rd Grade). Stay tuned for more information.
Vacation Bible School (July 17 - 21):
For one week every summer, children from age 4 through completed 5th Grade come to the church to enjoy a fun time of learning. The dates for 2017 are July 17 - 21; 9:30am - 12:30pm each day. Ages: (4 years old as of 9/1/2017) through completed 5th Grade only. Registration starts April 1.
Director of Children's Ministry
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Youth News this Week
8th Annual Talentpalooza
Date: 2/25/17
Time: 7:00-8:30
This Saturday we are hosting Talentpalooza
. This event exists to raise money & support for youth who want to go on a Mission Trip (at a reduced cost). We still need volunteers to serve, sell tickets, etc. (click the 'Sign Up Genius' button on our SimpsonwoodYouth.org website) - Please make plans to attend Saturday (7:00-8:30pm in the FLC).
P.S. we do NOT have 'LIVE' youth group this Sunday night. Talentpalooza replaces our weekly youth event.
Confirmation students are asked to show up this Sunday (10am) with their parents to the Sanctuary for walk-through & rehearsal.
What is going on in YOUR youth program?
Make sure to click on our blog.
*2/25 Talentpalooza - Youth Mission Fundraiser
*3/17,18,19 - 7&8 grade Retreat
*7/9-14/17 Summer Mission Trip to Western Carolina
Service Spotlight
*February 2 - 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
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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Summer Camp Dates and Registration Forms are now available by clicking here.
2/22, 2/23 - Early Dismissal at 12:00
Registration for the 2017-2018 school year is now open. Classes are filling up. Please contact the preschool for information.
SCHOOL YEAR 2017-2018
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Sally H. Katz
Director, Simpsonwood Preschool
Voted one of the top preschools for 2016 by Inside Gwinnett Magazine
770-441-9444
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2017 Spiritual Growth/Social Action Retreat
April 28-29
at Rock Eagle 4H Camp, Eatonton, GA
JOY Circle
Second Tuesday of Every Month
(Except June, July, August)
Joy Circle
will meet on Tuesday,March 14th at 11 a,m, in rooms 110-111 in Building C (FLC) , Please bring suggestions for our next study.
Susan Rivero will accept donations of cookies, magazines, candies, power bars, dog treats, etc. for our troops. Items may be dropped off to her this Sunday, Feb. 19th in the Ladies Bible Study Room off the sanctuary or get items to Susan by Feb. 22nd. The main packing/ shipping is Feb. 23rd.
Blessings-Peggy
JOY Circle Leader:
Friendship Circle
First Wednesday of Every Month
(Except June, July, August)
Date: Wednesday, March 1
Time: 9:30am-Noon
Hostess:
Kathy Eierman
4628 Armley Point
770.840.6648
Study:
What Makes You Happy by Andy Stanley
Friendship Circle Leader:
Grace Circle
First Tuesday of Every Month
(Except June, July, August)
Date: Tuesday, March 7th
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Study: "For the Love" by Jen Hatmaker
Where: TBD
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.
LIFE GROUP,
We have received information on this year's Older Adult Conference coming up March 9 at First UMC of Lawrenceville.
Click here for a brochure that gives details about the speakers and exhibitors who will be there. Please consider signing up. As in past years, the Life Group will pay half of your $35 fee. If you want to sign up, print and complete the attached registration form, attach your check for $17.50 payable to "North Georgia Conference" and give both to Lee Wright by February 22nd. We will get a check from SUMC for the balance of your fee. We can look at arranging a carpool to ride together for those signing up.
NCM Linen Sorting: If you would like to go call or email Pam Reilly at 770-242-6579 or
pwrjr@aol.com
Saturday, March 4:
LIFE is going to THE RINGLING BROTHERS CIRCUS -- this is the last year as they will be shutting down their business this year.
WHERE - INFINITE ENERGY CENTER - DULUTH, GA
TIME -- 1 PM -- BUS WILL LEAVE CHURCH AT 11 AM (FIRST 13 TO SIGN UP FOR BUS CAN GO ON THE BUS FROM CHURCH) seating allowed 1 hour prior to start.
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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Yoga @ Simpsonwood 
Please join us for Yoga in the FLC gym, every Thursday at 9:30 AM.
We practice yoga because it is essential for everyone to become the best caretakers we can be of the body, mind and spirit given to us by a loving Creator. Learning yoga poses is non-competitive, yet challenging as each person discovers places within themselves that are in need of balance and expansion.
In practicing yoga, we are:
- Using our bodies to stretch and open
- Using our minds to become aware of our potentials and our limits
- Using our spirits to recognize and acknowledge the Divine source of our lives
Some benefits of yoga are:
- We learn to value all aspects of our being
- We find enhanced healthfulness
- We cultivate peace in the midst of our non-stop stress-filled lives
PLEASE JOIN US and it's only $10 per session.
The next six week session would include the following dates:
February 16 and 23
March 2, 9, 16 and 23
Thursdays at 9:30am
The cost is $50 for 6 weeks, $10 to drop into single classes.
Even if you haven't joined us before, newcomers are welcome!
Located in the gym in Family Life Center. 
Jill Knueppel, LMT, MDiv, APP, RYT
(pictured left)
Ga MT 000378
jklivewell@att.net
404-840-5612
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Last years' blitz build was such a success, Dunwoody UMC is doing it again! Mark your calendar for April 27-29, May 3-6 and plan to join your Simpsonwood friends as we partner with Dunwoody UMC on another Habitat Home.
Ask your co-workers and friends to join you & take a day off work to participate.
Sign-up details will be coming soon. In the meantime if you have any questions or want to commit to one of the dates please call or email Jim Sampson - 404-754-0843; sampsonjames@bellsouth.net
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Turn Hunger into Hope with Your Own Two Hands
March 9 - 12, 2017 at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, businesses, sports teams, church groups, civic organizations, families, and individuals will partner with Christian non-profit
Feed My Starving Children
to pack 1 million meals for hungry children.
The approach is simple: volunteers (ages 5+) hand-pack meals specifically formulated for malnourished children. FMSC distribution partners then deliver those meals to starving children in nearly 70 countries around the world.
Hunger to Hope Gwinnett is asking volunteers to bring non-perishable food items to benefit the
Norcross Cooperative Ministry
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So bring your family, small group, Sunday School class, friends, or neighbors and help make a difference in the lives of children that don't usually know where there next meal is coming from. The available time slots are 12-2 and 2:30-4:30 on March 9 and 9-11 and 12-2 on March 10. There are no more slots available on March 11 and 12.
You can sign-up by going to www.fromhungertohope-gwinnett.org.
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2017 Honduras Village Trip
Our mission village: June 17-24, 2017
- For ages 16 and older (by August 31, 2017)
Simpsonwood Honduras Team Coordinator:
HOI Executive Director & Simpsonwood Team Leader: Laurie Willing
Cell: 678-296-8446
Cell: 678-697-3601
2017 Trip Date: June 17th - June 24th Las Trojas
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As our neighbors in South Georgia begin the recovery process following the weekend's deadly storms, Methodists are encouraged to hold the affected communities in prayer. Please do not send teams at this time as a search and rescue phase is still underway.
There are groups of churches coming together in neighboring Georgia districts and from other conferences, reaching out in different ways. The South Georgia Conference has invited UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief)
to partner in disaster response and recovery ministries. Donations in response to the tornadoes in Georgia can be made to UMCOR US Disaster Response Advance (901670)
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Simpsonwood UMC
2017 Mission Trip to El Salvador
It's not too early to start planning for the upcoming summer.
Please consider serving as part of the 2017 El Salvador Mission Team.
- No experience required.
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No language skills required
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Cost is $1200-$1300 (depends on airline ticket price)
2017 Mission Trip to El Salvador
flyer for more information
For more information contact:
Kevin Hill
678 296-5300
or
Amanda Lane
404 372-5131
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First Thursday
of Every Month
March 2
April 6
May 4
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
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HOPE Ministry.........
SUMC's ONLY home-grown ministry!!
HELP NEEDED PLEASE!!
One of our families has totaled their only family car. This is devastating to a family that depends on their transportation and have no income to replace it.
HOPE does not have the funds to purchase a car. We only need around $3000 usually and we can find a pretty drivable vehicle. If you have a low cost car or would like to help us find one that would be awesome.
Have a blessed day!!
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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