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Get all of the information on upcoming events and happenings for our Senior Adult Ministry!
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Million Dollar Quarter
Sunday, April 9
Join the Senior Adults for the musical show, Million Dollar Quartet, on Sunday, April 9th at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. The musical brings to life the legendary night that Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash had an impromptu jam session at Sun Records. This show features a score of twenty-two early rock hits that you won't want to miss!
We will depart from the Polk Street lot at 1:45 pm. The cost is $30. (Please RSVP to Rev. Ethridge at ext. 7835.)
The Rev. Dr. Jamie Jenkins Wednesday, April 19 D
r. Jamie Jenkins served 41 years as a United Methodist minister in the North Georgia Conference before retiring in 2013. He served as the pastor of local churches for 23 years. For 18 years he held several leadership roles in the annual conference including District Superintendent, Director of Ministerial Services and Spiritual Formation, Executive Assistant to the Bishop, and Executive Director of New Church Development.
Dr. Jenkins was a delegate to four General Conferences (2000-2012) of the United Methodist Church and five Jurisdictional Conferences. His achievements include the Denman Award for Evangelism and the John Wesley Award from Reinhardt University. He is a graduate of Elim Bible Institute, Bryan College (B.A.), Candler School of Theology (M.Div.), and McCormick School of Theology (D.Min.).
In retirement Dr. Jenkins led the 2014-2015 North Georgia Conference Imagine No Malaria initiative to eliminate death and suffering from malaria in Africa. He currently serves on the staff of the Peachtree Road United Methodist Church and is regularly invited to preach, teach, and lead workshops and retreats.
He writes a weekly blog (www.thoughtsforthursday.wordpress.com) that offers inspiration, encouragement and challenge. Travel is a special interest. He has led many international work missions and groups traveling to Europe, Central and South America, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Dr. Jenkins is a lively and entertaining speaker, and it is a pleasure to welcome him for this month's luncheon. Bring a friend and RSVP to Rev. Lori Ethridge, ext. 7835.
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SAM Luncheons
Join the Senior Adults
for the monthly luncheons through May 2017. These are held on the third Wednesday of each month at noon in the Reception Hall.
The cost of the meal is $10.
Please
RSVP to Rev. Ethridge, ext. 7835.
Future luncheon dates and speakers are as follows:
April 19-Dr. Jamie Jenkins, the former Assistant to the Bishop(retired)
May 17th-Musicians, the
Bitsy Band
in the Park Pavilion
The Big Chicken Chorus
Join the Senior Adults for some barbershop harmony with the Big Chicken Chorus at Marietta High School on Sunday, April 23. We will depart from the Polk Street lot at 2:15 pm. Cost is $12. RSVP to Rev. Lori Ethridge, ext. 7835.
Calling all Card Crafters!
Saturday, April 29th
Many of the senior adults have assembled cards at the last three Great Day of Service events. These sessions have been fun and creative times of fellowship, during which we have made dozens of cards for both our homebound members and our missionaries. Our next Global Day of Service will take place on Saturday, April 29. Come for Holy Communion at 8:30 am, and the card making will begin at 9:00 am. Hope to see you there! For more information contact Rev. Ethridge, ext. 7835.
Atlanta Botanical Gardens of Gainesville
Thursday, May 11
Join the Senior Adults for a trip to the Gainesville location of the Atlanta Botanical Gardens on Thursday, May 11. We will have a bite to eat in Gainesville before touring the gardens. Plan to
depart from the Polk Street lot at 10:00 am and return by 4:00 pm. Cost is $10, not including lunch. RSVP to Rev. Lori Ethridge, ext. 7835.
Senior Adult Retreat
at WinShape Rome, GA
October 11-13
Save the date!
$100 Initial deposit due May 1
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