"The Messenger"
Online Newsletter
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From the Pastor
Letting Go
I'm excited about the worship series that we began last Sunday entitled "Letting Go," based on Brené Brown's book, "The Gifts of Imperfection." We're praying that God will use this series to help us let go of who we think we're supposed to be and to embrace who we were created by God to be.
Over the next nine weeks, we'll be focusing on:
* Letting Go of Perfectionism
* Letting Go of Numbing and Powerlessness
* Letting Go of Scarcity and Fear of the Dark
* Letting Go of the Need for Certainty
* Letting Go of Comparison
* Letting Go of Exhaustion as a Status Symbol and Productivity as Self-Worth
* Letting Go of Anxiety as a Lifestyle
* Letting Go of Self-Doubt and "Supposed To"
* Letting Go of Being Cool and "Always in Control"
This series is a great time for us to invite friends and family who are not part of another church to come and experience worship with us. You can also help by sharing information about the series on your social media platforms each week.
If you'd like cards to hand out to people that include information about the worship emphases, please contact the church office.
It is a privilege to serve God as one of your pastors
Tommy
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SAGES News
The next meeting of the SAGES Ministry Team will be Monday, May 13, 9:30 A.M. in Room 504 for a planning meeting. Thanks to every member of the team. Our team leaders are Noel and Laura Hinote.
Our next trip is to the Huntsville Botanical Gardens on Tuesday, May 7. Please make your reservation in the church office. The cost is $17 which includes money for fuel. Lunch will be Dutch treat at the Connor’s Restaurant in Huntsville. The bus will leave from the church promptly at 8:00 AM.
The AARP Defensive Driving Class is scheduled for June 18 and 19 from 8AM-12 P.M. in Room 1203 at St. Mark’s UMC. The cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Participants will receive a 3-year discount on their vehicle insurance policy. Register now in the church office. Look for the book!
SAGES had a wonderful trip to the Dutch Bakery and Restaurant on April 11. All came back well-fed and happy.
Several other trips and activities are planned. These include another trip to the Cumberland County Playhouse, the Loveless Café and Chaffins’ Barn, Granny Fishes, and the Midway Diner. Please watch this newsletter for lots of other information regarding our SAGES’ activities.
You may check our activities book in the church office for additional information and sign-ups.
The SAGES will have an extended trip to the Ark and the Shaker Village in Kentucky. The date for this trip is May 20-22. The cost is about $250. Please sign up in the church office. Look for the book!! There is also a brochure attached for you to look through.
Please remember to pray for our new monthly worship service at Adams’ Place. Rev. Linda Tunnell, Liz Bennett and their teams lead these services. If you would like to be a part of one of of teams, please contact Linda or Liz.
We also offer services the second Tuesday of each month at Boulevard Terrace Rehab and Nursing at 2:00 P.M. If you would like to participate, please be there at 1530 Middle Tennessee Boulevard at that time.
We also are continue our services at the Rutherford Memory Care on Wednesdays at 11:00 A.M. Everyone is welcome to participate in these programs. Thanks to Lisa Chappell, Trish Clardy, Dorothy Sharber. Lisa Emfinger, and Joann Henley for their support every week.
The Festival of Wisdom and Grace for older adults will be August 5-8 at Luke Junaluska, North Carolina. You can make your reservations now by calling Lake Junaluska at 800-222-4930.
The SAGES continue to offer birthday cakes and celebrations for those who are turning 90. Some of those will be coming up soon.
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Youth News
Congrats to our high school seniors! This past Sunday, we recognized and celebrated them during Sunday School and at the 11:00 service. They have been such an important part of the youth group for many years, and though we still have a few months before they move on, they will be greatly missed!
We will have normal youth this coming Sunday, from 5:00pm to 7:15pm - we hope to see everyone there!
Looking towards the summer, we are beginning to plan several fun events, including kayaking, swimming, Summer Sizzler, picnics, and so much more! We will have a calendar to distribute soon so everyone can make plans.
Of course, our biggest event of the summer is our Mission Trip to Denver! This
will be for all grades in the youth group! Details regarding payment due dates
and other important items will be available this Sunday. This will be a
tremendously fun and eye-opening experience to another part of the country.
Stock books to help offset the cost of the trip are available. As a reminder,
the dates for the trip are July 6th-13th, and the cost is $425. Please see an
adult leader for any questions!
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Congratulations To Our Graduates!
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Our High School Graduates:
Madison Beckman
Trey Cochran
Griffin Faulk
Emma Kate Ganues
Molly Gilliland
Stephanie Hensley
David Hofer
Abby McDaniel
Laney Pack
Haylea Sledge
Ellie Van Patten
Our College Graduates:
Sarah L. Walker, MTSU, Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science.
Luke Clement, MTSU, Bachelor of Fermentation Science and Business Admin
Kelsey Armstrong, MTSU, Bachelor of Speech Language Pathology
Caroline Van Patten, UTK, Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism
Spencer Beckman, Rhodes College, Double Major in Urban Studies and Religion
Alex Galloway UT at Memphis Internal Medicine
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT TOGETHER!
Family, Food, Fellowship, Faith, and Fun for the whole Family!
Wednesday Night Together offers a full menu of
delicious food, warm table fellowship, and
fun and formative weekly classes, groups and events for all ages!
5:15 - 6:00 p.m. Church Family Dinner
Reservations due by 12:00 p.m. Monday
$6.00/Adult, $2.00/Children and MTSU Students, $20.00/Family Max
If you need financial assistance to help pay for the WNT meal,
please contact Rev. Martha Touchton.
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2018-2019 WNT Season Finale
W.N.P. Spring Celebration
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1ST
6:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary
St. Mark’s children’s music and arts ministry will share with the congregation some of the creative arts they’ve enjoyed this year as they’ve learned about God’s promises. Come celebrate with Wednesday Night Praise in this end-of-year program!
THANKS FOR A GREAT YEAR AT WNT!
A big “Thank You!” to all who have supported W.N.T. 2018-2019 with their prayers, presences, gifts, service and witness! We especially want to thank all those who work so hard each week to make W.N.T. a success:
Head Cook Patrick Blanche
UMMen Kitchen Helpers and Dishwashers
Cashier Debbie Eubanks
Children’ directors/helpers
Youth teachers and leaders
Adult teachers and group leaders
St. Mark’s Clergy and Staff
St. Mark’s Nursery Staff
All who participate in W.N.T.!
WNT 2019-2020 NEEDS YOU!
When willing volunteers offer their gifts of time, abilities and expertise, we are able to provide an astounding variety of meaningful, fun and challenging studies and experiences for growing disciples. We’d love to hear your ideas for NWT 2019-2020!
If you are interested in leading or coordinating an experience, class, group or series as part of our Wednesday Night Together Adult Ministries in 2019-2020, please complete a WNT Proposal form now available at the Welcome Desk. For more information, see Rev. Martha Touchton.
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Deep Blue Kids: Family Friends
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Friends love all the time, and kinsfolk are born for times of trouble. (Proverbs 17:17)
This month we will hear stories from the Bible about friendship. Your children will hear the stories of David and Jonathan—famous best friends; Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego’s courage; the four friends who carried their friend to Jesus to be healed; and Peter and Tabitha and the power of praying for others.
These Bible stories teach us that friends can help us when we are in need, can help us have courage, and can help us see God’s call on our lives. They also teach us that by being a good friend, we are serving God.
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Save These Children's Ministries Dates:
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Saturday, May 11th:
St. Mark’s Neighborhood Bike Rodeo, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Sunday – Thursday, June 23 -27:
St. Mark’s
“TO MARS AND BEYOND!”
Vacation Bible School
Monday – Friday, July 22-26:
“
CREATE: The Good News Through Art!
” Children’s Art Camp
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Children’s Ministries Bake Sale
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Children’s Ministries Bake Sale Helps Kids Go To Camp!
The cost of a week at Cedar Crest is $200-$400 for child, so St. Mark’s helps defray that cost through fundraisers and scholarships. Next Sunday, May 5th, The Children’s Ministries Team will hold a bake sale in the Narthex to raise funds for scholarships. While the families of campers will be participating, everyone is welcome to bring a baked goodie to sell, or just plan to buy!
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to learn more about the Bake Sale.
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Register Now for Summer Camp!
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St. Mark's will be coordinating shared transportation the weeks of June 16 - 21 and July 7 - 12. All St. Mark’s campers receive a generous scholarship.
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St. Mark’s UMC/Reeves Rogers Neighborhood Bike Rodeo!
Children Ages 6 – 12 are invited to our Neighborhood Bike Rodeo Saturday, May 11th, conducted by the Murfreesboro Bicycle Club! Participation is limited and registration is required; forms are available at the Welcome Desk. For more information,
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Explore Where God’s Power can Take You!”
LAUNCH DATE: VBS 2019!
Sunday, June 23 - Thursday June 27
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
HERE
Blast off on an amazing adventure to discover a new realm of possibilities as we reach for the stars and encounter the limitless power of the love of God through Jesus Christ!
Sunday, June 23
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, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Monday - Thursday, June 24
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- June 27
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, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Glory to god, who is able to do far beyond all that we could ask or imagine, by his power at work in us! ~ Ephesians 3:20
VBS 2019 TEAM LEADER TRAINING LUNCHEON
Sunday, May 5
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, 12:15 P.M. in the Banquet Hall
Lunch Provided! Please RSVP to martha@stmarkstn.org.
Shepherds, Helpers and Youth Helpers are needed to help one day or every day! Volunteer today to Rev. Touchton,
martha@stmarkstn.org
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St. Mark’s VBS 2019 is going to be OUT OF THIS WORLD!
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CELEBRATE YOUR MOM! MOTHER’S DAY PHOTOMONTAGE, Sunday, May 12, 2019. To have a “Mom” photo included, please email it to
mike@stmarkstn.org or bring it to the church office by Monday, May 6th. Sponsored by St. Mark’s Family Ministries Team
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