MULBERRY STREET

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Sharing the Heart of God from the Heart of Downtown Macon

Weekly Newsletter

May 4, 2023

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Second Sunday Brunch on May 14!

One of the prominent metaphors for the Church in the New Testament is that of a family. The Apostle Paul, writing to the Church at Ephesus, boldly proclaims that “you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God” (Ephesians 2:19). As members of Christ’s Church, we are more than fellow churchgoers; we are a family, brought together from many different places by God and bound together by God’s extravagant love for us. As a family, we have the privilege of growing together and caring for each other as we follow God. I’m sure we all have examples of figures (maybe Mulberry members) who have played an influential role in both our spiritual and personal development. In my life, I think of women like Pudge Smith, my grandmother’s best friend who has been a constant support for me on my faith journey, or Jeanne Andrews, a senior adult from my home church who was a supremely devoted volunteer for our youth program.


In two Sundays, we will celebrate all the women in our church who have supported us by providing care, guidance, and mentorship on our own faith journeys. Given that the second Sunday is Mother’s Day, we are inviting the church to join us for a “Second Sunday Brunch.” Bring your best casserole or breakfast dish and join us in the fellowship hall at 9:30 before Sunday School for a time of socializing and celebrating the wonderful women of our church! Then, at 10:00, you’re welcome to bring a second plate to your Sunday school class! We hope you’ll make plans to join us for this special celebration!


— Payton

Church Council Meeting - Let us know you're coming!

Monday, May 22 | 5:30 pm | Fellowship Hall

For the May Church Council meeting, members are invited to join as Ted shares about his experience this past year as well as his thoughts about Mulberry’s future. Dinner will be $10 a person - sign up at bit.ly/mul-councilmtg

Click here to sign up!

Together we are sharing the heart of God...

Sunday Worship

May 7, 2023

Fifth Sunday of Easter

  

Rev. Dr. Ted Goshorn, preaching

2 Kings 2:1-14


Assisting with Worship

Ushers

Charlie Bridges, Austin Carter, Becky Kerner, Baxter James


Acolytes

Emerson Toles, Crucifer

George Dunn & Henry McClure, Candle Lighters


This Sunday's service features communion, a sacrament in which we receive a special outpouring of God’s grace. Communion is open to all who will receive it in our United Methodist tradition. Children are welcome to receive with their parents and remain in the service in lieu of children’s church, with nursery provided as usual.


11 a.m. Worship Service will be Live-Streamed and available on Facebook and the Website

Ainsworth (Adult) Choir Rehearsal

Wednesdays at 7:15 pm in the Choir Room!



We welcome all who like to sing and want to be part of music ministry in worship. Come join us! Please contact Terre Johnson, Director of Music, at tjohnson@mulberrymethodist.org for questions.


**Nursery is provided during Choir Rehearsal for any parents wanting to join! **

Prayer List

Scott and Wanda Fitzgerald 

Nancy Belk 

David Pittman and family

Jared Heggins 

Greg Elliott

Harry Linkous 

Jimmy Roach

Freeda Chapman

Bob Ogden

Robert Gerson

Cater Starling

Nell Newcomer

Sam Lamback 

David Schieneman

Allie Frances Dunn

The family of Hulda Moseley

Allie Frances Dunn

The family of Marianne Dunn

Thomas Marlow

Latashia Willis

Lisa Cawthon, friend of Elisa Reece

Victoria Guy, daughter of Onna’s neighbor

The United Methodist Church

Bishop David and Nancy Graves, 

District Superintendent Craig and Mary Louise Hutto

Our church, its clergy, and its members

Attendance

Sun, Apr 30

Sanctuary - 89

Online - 27

Coming Up at Mulberry

May 14

Second Sunday Brunch

Fellowship Hall


May 21

Senior Sunday

Full Calendar

Staff On Call

5/4-5/10


Ted Goshorn

Cell: 478-747-5496

Check out what's going on in Realm!

Be sure to check out the News feature on Realm!

If you need help getting connected, contact the church office at

478-745-8601.

Memorial Service for Marianne Dunn

Sunday, May 7 - 3:00 pm - MSUMC Sanctuary

A memorial service for Marianne Wooten Dunn who passed away April 18, will be held on May 7, 2023, at 3:00pm in the Mulberry Sanctuary. Click here to view Marianne's obituary.

Senior Recognition Sunday - May 21

Parents - send in information ASAP!

During our 11 am worship, graduates will be recognized in the service, process in wearing their caps and gowns, and be highlighted in a special bulletin insert. Our youth will participate in the service as well, through special music and readings.


Seniors & Senior Parents - we need information for the special insert: High School Graduate's Name, Picture, Graduating High School, College Attending, & Degree Pursuing. Send to Elisa Reece by May 10.


We will also highlight College & Post-Graduate Degrees! Send: Picture, Name, Degree Conferred, & Graduating School

May Grace Circle Meeting

Friday, May 12 | 12-1 pm | Conference Room

All women are invited to join! The Grace Circle will meet from noon-1:00 on May 12. After our lesson we’ll go to “Grow” for lunch together.

New Study & Small Group Opportunities

World Upside Down: a Bible Study on Acts

Sundays from 5:30-7:00 pm in the Conference Room - led by Payton Stone

The Road Back to You: an Enneagram Book Study

Wednesdays at 5:30 in the Conference Room - led by Dana Goshorn

The Rhythm of Life: Sabbath Practice

Wednesdays at 5:30 pm in the Parlor - led by Ted Goshorn

Small Group for Adults with School-Age Children

Monthly Meetings beginning Wednesday, May 10* - led by Stebin & Rose Horne

Contact Rose at (478) 960-3801 * please note new date

THIS SUNDAY! Last Sunday Night until Fall


Water Extravaganza

May 7, 2023

Nita & Glenn’s House - 5800 Riverside Drive, Macon

3-5 pm - Kidz for Christ Waterslide /Games.

5-7 pm - Youth Waterslide/Nerf Wars/Games


Summer Activities Begin: June


Contact Elisa Reece with questions!

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VBS Volunteer Sign Up!
Sign up for the Youth Summer Mission Trip
2023 Kidz Spring/ Summer Calendar 2023
2023 Youth Spring/ Summer Calendar 2023

General Fund

In memory of Marianne Dunn by Kate and Rader Sellers

In memory of Marianne Dunn by Bill and Trudie Fickling


Macon Outreach

In memory of Hulda Moseley by Dr. and Mrs. Charlie Cloaninger

...from the Heart of Downtown Macon

Bring your plastic bags for Macon Outreach!

Macon Outreach is in need of grocery bags! 

Please bring your plastic grocery bags by the church this week. Grocery Bags can be dropped off in the atrium.

VBS Registration is now open!

June 19-23 | 9 AM - 12 PM | PreK - 5th Grade

Each day at the Hero Hotline Headquarters, we'll join Super Meer the Meercat to provide assistance and solutions to Hero Teams everywhere! Registration is open for students PreK - 5th grade! Contact Elisa Reece with questions.

Click here to sign up!

Shoes & Belts Collection Drive for Macon Outreach!

The Academy for Classical Education Marching Band is partnering with Macon Outreach to collect men's belts & shoes! Donations can be dropped off at the church, or if you drop them off at Glory Days Grill, you'll receive a coupon for a free 8-piece wing order!

Click here for more details and to download a shareable flyer.

Donation Needs

Macon Outreach Needs

Plastic Grocery Bags

Men's Pants (waist <36")

Men's Walking Shoes

Men's Coats, Hats, & Gloves

Men's Belts

Backpacks

Totes

T-shirts (L & XL size)

Hygiene Items

Daybreak Needs

Volunteers

Canned and/or Fresh Fruit

Vienna Sausages (4.6 oz)

Applesauce (indiv. cups)

Cracker Sandwich packs

Cookies (indiv. packs)

Pop Tarts

Powdered Lemonade or Tea

Coffee Creamer (powder)

Daytime Cold Medicine (non-alcohol)

Eye Drops

Insect Repellant

Ponchos

Bio Freeze

Reader Glasses (2.00 or higher)

Benadryl (tablets or liquid)

Claritin

Hydrocortisone Cream

Disinfectant Cleaner (Pine-sol)

Vinegar

$10.00 Gift Cards used to reward participants

Resources & Links

South Georgia Advocate

The South Georgia Advocate, a twice monthly online news publication, is the official news source of the South Georgia Annual Conference and a ministry of the Office of Connectional Ministries.

Click here for the Georgia Advocate

Have an addition to the newsletter?

Email Millie Johnson at mjohnson@mulberrymethodist.org

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