April 19, 2024

Men’s Fellowship Breakfast May 1

Join us at Matthews Cafeteria on Wednesday, May 1 at 8:00 am for fellowship and breakfast. Connect, share, and build friendships over delicious food. All men are invited.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity for great company and conversation! Questions? Contact Don Andersen at dra8854@bellsouth.net

Informational Meeting for Homebound Communion and Visitation

Join us for an informational meeting on Homebound Communion and Visitation! Whether you're new or seasoned, we welcome you to learn about serving our homebound members.

Two sessions are available. Mark your calendar and be a source of comfort and companionship through this vital ministry. Wednesday, May 1 at 11:00 am in Jenkins Hall or Sunday, May 5 at 3:30 pm in Jenkins Hall Questions?

Contact Joy Egge at joyegge@yahoo.com or

Donna Davis at ddavis1975@comcast.net.

World Labyrinth Day Saturday, May 4 

Come be part of World Labyrinth Day with Harmony Grove UMC on Saturday, May 4th from 12:30 – 1:30 pm, as we join the world chain of walking a labyrinth at 1 pm local time.

As 1 pm progresses through 24 time zones, this has the effect of producing a worldwide “wave” of labyrinth walkers focusing on a common theme, which is usually related to individual, local, or world peace.

Harmony Grove UMC is located at 50 Harmony Grove Road in Lilburn. The labyrinth will be located in front of the cemetery. More information about World Labyrinth Day can be found at www.worldlabyrinthday.org.

New United Women in Faith Circle

United Women in Faith, formerly United Methodist Women, seeks to connect women through Spiritual Formation, Creative Fellowship, and Education to inspire and impact local and global communities.

A new evening circle will meet at Los Hermanos on Hugh Howell Road on Monday, May 6 at 6:00 pm. All women are invited to embark on this journey together with fellowship and purpose. Stay tuned for exciting summer outings and a formal meeting schedule in the fall.

Questions or RSVP? Contact Stephanie Shanholtzer at sshanholtzer@tfumc.org.

Safe Sanctuary Training May 13 and 19

As we gear up for summer activities and you are working with children, youth or vulnerable adults and have not attended a Safe Sanctuary training in the past two years, please plan to attend one of the following: Monday, May 13 – 7:00 pm in Jenkins Hall Sunday, May 19 – 3:00 pm in Jenkins Hall

If you are unsure about your dates, please contact Mimi Sanders at mimi_sanders@tfumc.org or 678 325-4038.

Safe Sanctuary Training and Background checks are required for all employees and volunteers.

Coming Soon: Summer Choir 

Beginning June 16, we are starting a Summer Choir. This intergenerational choir is a great way jump into the fun. No music reading skills are necessary. No Robes required. Every Sunday, we'll meet at 10:30 AM in the choir room to learn a simple, yet beautiful song to present during the offertory. This is a wonderful opportunity to make music, meet new friends, and be a part of our vibrant music ministry. Join us!

Questions? Contact Nathan Frank at nfrank@tfumc.org.

Let’s Celebrate Tucker First Together 

Our church has many wonderful groups and activities with events throughout the year. Share the joy of our vibrant faith community by sending pictures of your groups and events to Stephanie Shanholtzer at sshanholtzer@tfumc.org.

Pictures will be shared during the morning slideshow. Let's highlight the beauty of our church family!

Vacation Bible School Registration is Open

Join us June 17-21, 2024 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm for a week of fun, songs, crafts, games, Bible Study, and MORE! The cost is $25 per child for the week. To register, scan the QR code or click here:



Register Students for Vacation Bible School

Questions?

Contact Mimi Sanders, at mimi_sanders@tfumc.org.

Sports Camp During VBS Week

Tucker First is once again teaming up with the Tucker Rec Center to host a sports-themed camp for Tucker First VBS participants.

Each day after VBS, the children participating in Sports Camp will be walked over to the Activities Center for an afternoon of activities, including lacrosse, basketball, wiffleball, soccer, flag football and more.

Children are asked to pack a lunch for lunchtime between VBS and Sports Camp. Registration and payment for Sports Camp is provided through City of Tucker Parks and Recreation.  Register here Sports Camp Registration

Vacation Bible School Call for Volunteers

Vacation Bible School will be held June 17-21, 2024 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Closing Program Sunday June 23.

Volunteers Sign-up NOW! We love our volunteers and need over 100 people to make our VBS successful. Our largest need is group guides (we usually need at least 58 group guides to be Safe Sanctuary compliant!) This position is great because you have little preparation, you get to connect with a group of kids for the week, get to see the Opening and Closing Assembly and experience each area rotation - including SNACK TIME! You also get a FREE t-shirt!!

Additionally, we need at least 30 adults and youth to help with our rotations: CRAFTS, MUSIC, STORY TELLING, SNACK, RECREATION, SCIENCE, ACTORS for OPENING/CLOSING ASSEMBLY and SOUND/VIDEO TECHNICIANS. This is great fun because you get to be the first ones to know the secret of our THEME, get to see ALL the kids and volunteers throughout the day and be part of presenting the Gospel of Jesus to our students and volunteers! You also get a FREE t-shirt!!

If you cannot commit to the full week - we need approximately 20 additional people to help with REGISTRATION on Monday Morning! Don’t miss the fun! Volunteer TODAY!!

Volunteer Sign Up

Blue jeans, BBQ and Blueprints Festival for

DeKalb Habitat for Humanity

Come Saturday April 27 from 10am - 6pm and meet the Dekalb branch of Habitat for Humanity. Located at 2380 4th Street in Tucker (behind First Baptist Church).

They will be building playhouses in the parking lot, for your enjoyment and education.

Be on the lookout for a signupgenius if you want to volunteer to help with the event (2 hour shifts). Otherwise, just attend to get up to date on their calendar of events and past accomplishments.

Questions? Contact Kay Entrekin kayjohne@gmail.com or 404 435 7002.

Appalachia Service Project Trip October 3-6

We are scheduling an ASP trip October 3-6 with Embry Hills UMC. We will leave Thursday morning and work two days (Friday and Saturday) and then return Sunday. The cost will be $150 per participant.

For more info about ASP visit https://asphome.org/. 

If you are interested please contact Kay Entrekin ASAP - kayjohne@gmail.com or 404 435 7002.

Tuesday Lectionary Bible Study

This study meets Tuesdays at 2:30 pm in Jenkins Hall. This bible study is "no preparation required" and "come as you are, when you can." It's a wonderful time to be together and study the word of God. We hope to see you there!

Preschool Summer Camps

Preschool-aged children (ages: 3 - 5; must be potty trained) are invited to join for Summer Camp! We are offering themed camps for 3 weeks this summer. Camp is staffed by our Weekday Preschool Teachers and Youth Helpers. Please bring a refillable water bottle, a morning snack and a lunch (we are unable to refrigerate or heat). Please apply sunscreen prior to arrival.

Dates:

June 3-7 - Water Week

June 10-15 - Science Week

June 24-28 - Art Week

Time: 9:00 -1:00

Location: Tucker First UMC Weekday Preschool

Cost: $150 per week

Registration: https://tinyurl.com/TFUMCSummerCamp

Questions: Mimi Sanders, mimi_sanders@tfumc.org or (678) 325-4020

PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION FOR 2024-25

Preschool registration for the upcoming school year is open.Our school day is 9:00am until 1:00pm. Our school year runs mid-August through Mid-May. We generally follow the DeKalb County School System holiday and weather calendar. The 2024-25 school year is August 14, 2024 – May 14, 2025. Please contact the Preschool office at preschool@tfumc.org 

or 678) 324-4020 for additional information or to schedule a tour.

Sunday Morning Children's Programming

Come have fun with us each Sunday morning while we play games, laugh and learn about God’s love. Sunday Mornings (K-5th grade) in the Children’s Wing (off Jenkins Hall). 9:30 am Children’s Welcome Center (time for fellowship) followed by 9:45 am Sunday School. For more information, contact Mimi Sanders at mimi_sanders@tfumc.org.

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