MESSAGE FROM RICKY
Dear Friends,
I hope you have seen the news of the birth of Wesley Lacefield, son of our youth pastor, Hunter, and his lovely wife Annah Catherine. We're so thrilled for them and grateful for a healthy delivery!
We've experienced a bit of a baby boom around the church this year, staff included! (But not me, that I'm aware of!) I'm grateful for all the signs of new life. While much of the coming months still remains unclear, what is certain is that we have a future here at First United Methodist. We can look forward to baptizing these children, giving them Bibles, confirming them in their faith, and watching as they grow in their walk with Jesus!
Of course, you make that possible through your generosity. We've had a great start to our stewardship campaign collecting, in just two weeks, more than half of our normal yearly commitments. Thank you to everyone who has already made a commitment, and for those still considering you can help us reach our goal! Don't forget that you can download a form online and let us know your commitment, mail it into the church, or drop it off at your convenience.
As we enter into a time of year where out thoughts naturally turn to gratitude, I hope you consider making your commitment for 2021, so that we continue to provide opportunities for all these children to know how much they are loved by God!
Grace and Peace,
Ricky
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PLEASE REGISTER TO ATTEND WORSHIP |
It is important to pre-register for worship attendance. This pre-registration helps our staff to prepare our facilities each week and expedites the Sunday morning check in process upon arrival. We are currently offering our one hour 9AM Traditions and 11AM Connections in-person worship services on Sunday mornings. We will also continue the online pre-recorded service at 10AM. You can access the online service through our website or facebook page whenever convenient to your schedule.
Each in person service still requires a reservation as we continue to abide by attendance guidelines with limited seating arrangements.
The 9AM Traditions service has increased attendance to 200 while the 11AM service is currently offering seating for 110 people. During the check-in process and service masks and social distancing will be observed.
To be able to operate under the current COVID guidelines / restrictions we need to know in advance who will be attending our services. This registration process enables us to:
- Ensure we remain within the room’s capacity restraints.
- Comply with record keeping so that we can undertake contact tracing if required.
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On-Site Sunday School
Discovery Class
E-205
Leader: Beverly Oliver
Sundays, 10am
Hybrid Sunday School
Hybrid classes offer both in-person and Zoom options.
Beginnings
Sanctuary Parlor
Leader: Pam Stuart
Sundays, 10am
The Differents
The College Hut
Leaders: David Langston and Sandra Rushing
Sundays, 10am
The Redwoods
Leader: Jonathan Pennington
Sanctuary Parlor
Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm
The Upper Room
E-203 (Fellowship Parlor)
Leader: Tim Waltman
Sundays, 10am
Virtual Sunday School
Faith and Fellowship
Leader: Anna Prestwood
For more information about classes- on-site, hybrid or virtual-
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We are so thankful for our talented vocalists and
musicians who help create a beautiful expression of worship in love and faith
every Sunday morning.
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A special word of thanks goes out to Jalysa Jones for the beautiful solo during this past Sunday's worship service. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the congregation. You all will get to hear from Jalysa again during our Christmas program planned for December 13.
This Sunday morning, we will hear a special music solo by one of our youth, Brooke Prestwood. It's always a blessing to hear and see our teenagers sharing their talents and their faith with God's church. Thanks, Brooke, for your gift of music and for just being the wonderful person that you are.
Have a wonderful week and I'll see you all in worship on Sunday!
In His Service,
Tommy
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UNITED NIGHT
Ends November 15
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4:00pm // Free Time
5:00pm // Worship and Message
5:30pm // Small Groups
Youth Meetings will resume on January 10, 2021.
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YOUTH CHRISTMAS PARTY
The youth will join together in celebrating Jesus on 12/13 from 4p-6p. Our time together will consist of a message and an exciting game of White Elephant gift exchange!
- For White Elephant, each student will bring something from around the house (with parent permission!) and wrap it. This leads to more exciting, interesting, and funny gifts without the need to purchase anything new!
YOUTH WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Youth large group and small groups are meeting via Zoom! If your student needs to be connected to a group please email Hunter Lacefield for information on how to join in this week! Reminder there are only two more United Night events for the year. We look forward to seeing you there!
Small Group Leaders
HS Boys // Jake Craft and Hunter Lacefield
JH Boys // Christian Sutherland and Jake Clarke
HS Girls // Amanda Pennington, Jenna Miller, Olivia Roberts, Rachel Rogers
JH Girls // Rachel Townsend, Shreve Bland, Shelby Dean, Anna Prestwood
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- Free time will be outside in the Gym parking lot. We will have 9 Square set up, as well as some other games and picnic tables to hang out at!
- We will meet for worship and message in the Worship Center.
- Small Groups will meet spread out in the worship center after the message.
- We will plan to be finished at 6:00.
- No meal will be available.
- For those not ready to come back in person, you will have the opportunity to join on ZOOM for the message and for small groups!
Contact Hunter to receive the
ZOOM Meeting ID and Passcode.
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HOLIDAY CARE FOR K-5th Grade KIDS
Thanksgiving Week:
Monday – Wednesday, Nov 23 through Nov 25
Christmas Week:
Monday – Wednesday, Dec 21 through Dec 23
New Year’s Week:
Monday – Wednesday, Dec 28 through Dec 30.
$35 per day per child for all day holiday care
$50 registration fee is good through May 2021.
First United Methodist Church / Weekday Ministries 601-924-9961
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PRAYER CARD MINISTRY
Submitted by Dianne Alford
Singing Praises to our Prayer Card Ministry. A group of 8 ladies, Becky Robinson, Nancy Pavy, Linda McBrayer, Linda Pope, Judy Bennett, Jo Carol Tadlock, Earline Kelly and Dianne Tripp have sent out over 182 cards over the last 3 months.
These card messages have lifted spirits, shown love, and given hope to so many. We appreciate your time, kindness and mostly love. Each of you are a blessing to us all!
Thank you for your service!
THANK YOU CHURCH FAMILY
Submitted by Beverly Yeates
Dear Church Family
Words cannot express the gratitude and thankfulness I feel for all those who donated at the recent blood drive. Thanks to your willingness to give we reached the goal of over 25 units donated. Many of you gave financially through the Helping Hands ministry, which was truly a blessing as well.
I know many of you are praying for me and my family, which I feel everyday. God continues to bless us and gives me strength daily.
I and my family are truly blessed to be a part of such a wonderful church family. We could not get through this without your love and prayers and God's great love and blessings.
In Christ,
Beverly Yeates
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SHARE YOUR REQUEST
Our church continues to serve our congregation and community during this season. If you have a prayer request or if you, or someone you know, has a need complete a short request form (click on button). These requests will be reviewed by our Pastoral team.
Please review the prayer list download. If you would like to add to the prayer list please continue to use our digital form for submission which can be accessed by clicking on the link in this email or on our website.
Pastoral Care Line 601-460-0570
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November 2020
November 1: $28,631
November 8: $22,315
Total Giving: $50,946
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October 2020
October Giving: $82,788
Other Income: $6,264
Total Income: $89,052
Oct. Expenses: $109,396
October Deficit: ($20,343)
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2020 Year to Date
Through October
YTD Giving: $849,895
Other Income: $86,460
YTD Total Income: $936,355
YTD Expenses: $1,043,134
YTD Deficit: ($106,778)
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PASTORAL CARE INFORMATION
If you have an emergency need or need to speak
with a pastor please feel free to call.
Pastoral Care Number: 601-460-0570
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