This Week at
Forrest Burdette
Memorial UMC
 
2848 Putnam Avenue
Hurricane WV 25526
304.562.5903
C.O.M.: 304-562-9170
  

   
Monday, May 13
8-9:00 a.m.  Open Gym for Walking
9:30 a.m.  Preventicare -Byrd Hall
6:00 p.m.  Church Softball -Valley Park
6:30 p.m.  Scouts BSA Trp 236 -Scout Hut
7:00 p.m.  Staff Parish Relations Committee -201
7:00 p.m.  Cub Scouts 236 -Basement
8:00 p.m.  AA -308
   
Tuesday, May 14              
8-9:00 a.m.  Open Gym for Walking
9:30 a.m.  Y.A.H. Quilters -Byrd Hall
10:00 a.m. C ommunity Cupboard
6:30 p.m.  Basketball (Stout) -Gym
7:00 p.m.  Civic Chorus -Sanctuary
                          
Wednesday, May 15
8-9:00 a.m. Open Gym for Walking
9:30 a.m.  Preventicare -Byrd Hall
2:30 p.m.  Hooks & Needles -201
6:30 p.m.  Delph Small Group -219
6:30 p.m.  Gatewood Small Group -Chapel
6:30 p.m. Uth -111/Gym      
7:00 p.m. Praise Band -Sanctuary
   
Thursday, May 16
8-9:00 a.m.  Open Gym for Walking
8:00 a.m.  TOPS 0530 -Byrd Hall
12:00 p.m.  JOY Fellowship -FH
1:30 p.m.  Senior Basketball -Gym
6:30 p.m.  Scouts BSA Trp 360 -Scout Hut
6:30 p.m.  Dances Choice -Byrd Hall
7:00 p.m.  Choir Practice -Sanctuary
7:00 p.m.  WV Force Basketball -Gym
   
Friday, May 17
8-9:00 a.m.  Open Gym for Walking
9:30 a.m.  Preventicare -Byrd Hall
10:00 a.m. C ommunity Cupboard
6:30 p.m.  Young Adult/H.S. Seniors Event -Rocca's, Cross Lanes
7:00 p.m.  Civic Chorus Dress Rehearsal  -Sanctuary
   
Saturday, May 18
7:30 a.m.  Emmaus Prayer Group - 110
8-10 a.m.  Uth Pancake Fundraiser  -Applebee's, Teays Valley
10:00 a.m.  Kendall's Heart Clothing Giveaway (until 2 p.m.) - Gym
2:00 p.m.  Baby Shower (Robson) - FH
  
Sunday, May 19
High School Graduation Recognition Sunday
"What I Learned Playing Sports"
8:30 a.m.  Worship
9:45 a.m.  Sunday School
11:00 a.m.  Worship
6:00 p.m.  Men's Group -201
6:00 p.m.  Worship -Chapel
7:00 p.m.  Adult Basketball -Gym
  
Upcoming Events
5/21: Hurricane Civic Chorus Spring  Concert, 7:00 p.m. (FBMUMC)
5/24-26: Roller Coaster-A-Thon 2019

 E-Connection

 May 13, 2019
      
   
    I would like to thank those of you who attended the organ concert I played last week. Those with whom I spoke were very positive about the particular pieces I played with the most individual comments coming regarding the "Suite from Interstellar" and "All Hail the Power of Jesus Name". I continue to be amazed with the capabilities of the Harrah Symphonic Organ and hope that those of you who hear it each week appreciate the magnitude of the gift we have in this instrument! I only utilize a small portion of its capabilities each week in worship.
     As I worked through different stages of preparing the pieces and how each stage leads to another in the details of the actual music, I became aware of how much I wish our choir and orchestra could have the regularity of practice with attention to detail. With the inconsistency of rehearsal attendance it often seems we barely get the notes and words of a each piece adequately prepared for worship. It's common for individuals to think their presence makes little difference in rehearsal, but the fact is that we are interdependent on each other for stability and performance energy. Sometimes one individual can energize several other persons thus giving the performance more life and expressiveness.  
     In a day when choirs are often dwindling in number, I pray the people of Forrest Burdette will "step up to the plate" and support this ensemble with their presence. If we have stable and regular attendance the depth that exists in the music can be realized! Shouldn't the music that glorifies God and edifies his people be of the highest quality?  
      God bless and multiply the membership of the musical ensembles of our church!
  
Mike Barnhouse, Organist/Accompanist
                  
J.O.Y. Fellowship
J.O.Y. Fellowship (Just Older Youth!, ages 55+) meets this Thursday, May 16, at noon, for our monthly covered dish luncheon. We will welcome special guest Megan Tarbett, Director of the Putnam County Libraries. Questions? Contact Bob & Gail Samson (304-610-2931).
     
Uth Applebee's Pancake Breakfast Fund Raiser
Teays Valley location
This Saturday, May 18, 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
$5 per ticket
Tickets are on sale from Uth and Uth leaders and at the door on Saturday! All proceeds will go directly to the Uth to help pay their balance owed for this year's mission trip to Virginia Beach. We appreciate your appetite on the 18th and your donations, as always.
    
Kendall's Heart Clothing Giveaway
This Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Forrest Burdette Gym
Do you know anyone in need of clothes? Kendall's Heart provides FREE clothing for all ages, genders, and sizes. Kendall's Heart provides families with clean, ready to wear clothes. All clothes have been washed and are stain free, pet odor and smoke free. No requirements needed. Tell your friends and family that may be in need, bring a bag, and meet us at Forrest Burdette this Saturday. Follow us: www.facebook.com/kendallsheart (We do not need any clothing donations at this time.)
   
Give Blood - Save a Life
American Red Cross Blood Drive, Friday, May 24, 2-7 p.m., Forrest Burdette Fellowship Hall. To donate blood and/or to donate your time, please contact Coordinator Jo Bess, 304-545-0096. 
   
VBS: To Mars & Beyond!
Vacation Bible School is coming sooner than you think. From June 23-28, we will blast off "To Mars and Beyond!" as VBS takes us into outer space. Every year we have an evening session (23-27, 6-8 p.m.) for the church and community and a morning session (24-28, 9-11 a.m.) for our COM Summer Safari. We need lots of helping hands for both sessions, so please click here for the volunteer form or talk to Jayné Kirk! There are jobs for everyone, but the best part of VBS is being blessed to be a blessing to all the children who attend. I hope you join us!
    
A Note of Thanks
I would like to thank everyone for their prayers and support during Dick's illness and most recently after his death. My family and I appreciate your thoughtfulness and care. 
-Ann Hinshaw & Family
    
Men's Church League Softball
The 2019 season is in full swing!
Want to play?  Contact Coach J.B. Marinacci, 304-767-1172.  Want to cheer on the team? Catch a game at Valley Park! Here's the schedule:
May 13, 6:00 p.m. 
 June 10, 8:00 p.m.
 July 12, 6:00 p.m.
May 23, 8:00 p.m. 
 June 18, 8:00 p.m.
 July 16, 8:00 p.m.
May 28, 8:00 p.m. 
 June 24, 6:00 p.m.
 July 22, 8:00 p.m.
June 4, 8:00 p.m.
 July 1, 8:00 p.m.
     
Spring Heights Summer Camp
Spring Heights is the camping and outdoor facility of the West Virginia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church, located just north of Spencer. See Pastor Ellis or Pastor Jeremy to see how your child can go to camp with a 50% scholarship! 2019 dates, information, and registration sign-ups are available at springheights.org.
    
This Week's Birthdays
5/13 -  Marc Fizer, Angie Harkins, Casey Levy
5/14 - Kathleen Burgess, Thelma Carter, Becky Landin
5/15 - Amy King, Chris McCoy
5/16 - Steve Golden
5/17 - Skip Johnson, Keyria Jones, Caleb Turner
5/18 - Jesse Golden, Kristina Painter
5/19 - Randy Mayhew, Joyce Sayre
   
Coming Up This Sunday
May 19, 2019
High School Graduation Recognition Sunday
"What I Learned Playing Sports"