Timothy Collier
Nicholas Shepherd
Caitlin Stucky
Three of our confirmands from our 2019-2020 confirmation class were confirmed last Sunday as full members of the church. Nicholas Shepherd was also baptized on Sunday. Other confirmations will take place in a later service.
Tucker First UMC News
October 15, 2020
Celebrating Clergy Appreciation Month
The whole month of October is a time when we celebrate and give thanks for our pastors. We are incredibly blessed to have two of the finest pastors in the North Georgia Conference in ministry here! Their spiritual leadership has been vital to the well-being of our church family, especially during the challenges of 2020.
 
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Here are some ideas to show your appreciation.
 
  • Pray daily for Gerald and Anne.
  • Write a note of encouragement
  • Express your thanks for their leadership in person.
Sunday at Tucker First
"What Belongs to God?"

Rev. Gerald Varner Preaching

Sunday, October 18 @ 11:00 am

The 11:00 am worship service will be an in-person service as well as live-streamed from the church's YouTube Channel. If you miss the live-stream, you can look for it on our YouTube Channel. You can watch it all at www.tuckerfirst.org.

Our AV team continues to work on the audio-visual for the live-stream. Please be patient as they work to improve the service and your viewing experience. Please share any comments or suggestions about the service (issues noticed, good points, etc.) by email to Stephanie Shanholtzer at sshanholtzer@tfumc.org.

If you have not yet joined us in-person, find out what to expect and learn about our guidelines and protocols by watching a fun instructional video at www.tuckerfirst.org.
Due to spacing restrictions, reservations are required for the Sunday in-person worship service. You can sign up at



If there are no single spaces left, please go to the next available seat group on the reservation form. Questions? Please contact Stephanie Shanholtzer at sshanholtzer@tfumc.org.
Thank you for your faithful contributions in 2020! It has been a very different and often difficult year for many people. Even with the challenges of 2020, we have been able to continue the work of the church because of the faithfulness of our congregation

It is now time to start thinking about our 2021 financial commitment. Please consider your giving carefully and give what you are able. Commitment Sunday will be this Sunday, October 18. We look forward to seeing the ways Tucker First will be at work in 2021.

Commitment cards have been placed in the pews for in-person worshipers. A digital commitment card is available on our website and can be submitted securely. Commitment cards will also be mailed to those families worshiping at home in about two weeks’ time.
Connect With Your Church Online
Sunday Night Live!
Sunday evenings from The Table

Modern Worship
Led by Pastor Anne.
7:00 - 7:30 pm
Whether it is a word from our pastors, a Sunday morning worship service, a children's Sunday School lesson, or an online meet-up with our youth, you can find connections and inspiration online for these troubled times. Go to www.tuckerfirst.org and see all the opportunities available.

Don't forget that Pastor Anne has a Facebook Live event every Thursday at noon. You do not have to be a member of Facebook or the church Facebook page to view the Facebook Live event.

The church Facebook page is https://www.facebook.com/tuckerfirst
Health & Welfare Committee News
Tucker First Regathering Update
The Health and Welfare Committee continues to monitor the COVID-19 data for our area on a weekly basis. The most recent information has been posted online www.tuckerfirst.org.
News and Notes
Pumpkin Carving Party
Friday, October 23 | 6:30 pm
Parking lot behind the Wesley Center

Bring your own pumpkin(s) and carving tools. We will have paper towels and stencils as well as painting supplies for the small children. We encourage you to wear your Halloween costume. You will have your own table to decorate and there will be prizes for the best pumpkin and best table decorations. There will also be games and music. Masks will be required and social distancing protocols will be observed.

Please RSVP to Stephanie Shanholtzer at sshanholtzer@tfumc.org.
Mission and Volunteer News
Just Bakery and Corner Cup Pop-Up Event on November 3
Just Bakery will be back in November on Tuesday, November 3. They are partnering with the Corner Cup Coffee for a pop-up event at Tucker First.

Watch for additional information concerning location (Tucker First parking lot) and times on election day. Please note: no advanced orders will be taken for this pop-up event.
Immediate Needs in Our Community
The needs of our community and the activities of the mission committee are vast. Our mission team has many opportunities for you to volunteer through donations or in-person assistance. Whether you are staying at home or are comfortable getting out, there is an opportunity for you. You are invited to check out all the opportunities at www.tuckerfirst.org. Immediate needs in our community include:
 
NETWorks needs Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday Volunteers

Action Ministries’ Friday Volunteers Needed
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Thursday, October 22
2:30 – 7:30 pm | Activities Center.

Volunteers Needed

Please consider giving two hours for this worthwhile cause. Volunteers are still needed for the following time slots:

  • 4:15 - 6:15 pm
  • 6:15 - 8:15 pm

You can sign up at https://tinyurl.com/tfumcblood.

Blood Donors (aka Heros) Needed

Blood donors can reserve their spot at www.redcrossblood.org (code word Tuck1UMC).
From the Church Office
Because You Give,
The Work of the Church Continues
You are doing a great job of being faithful in your giving to Tucker First. Thank you!

Please remember to not let your church offering slip. Here is how you can give online and also setup reminders for your giving.

On the web: Use this link to get started


The Give+ app on your phone or other mobile device. Look for it in the App Store or Google Play. Setting up and making payments are quick and easy.

Text-to-Give at 833-488-6350. Simply type in the amount you would like to give and you will be prompted on how to complete the donation.

Remember - you can always drop your offering in the secure mailbox in front of the church.
Shop Amazon. Help Tucker First.
Amazon Smiles is a program within Amazon.com where you can register a charity (in this case Tucker First) to receive .5% of your purchases on Amazon. Tucker First is now listed as a designated charity.

Go to smile.amazon.com and designate Tucker First as your chosen charity. If you have the Amazon smartphone app, go to Menu>Settings>Amazon Smile>Generate Donation-ON.

Questions? Contact Cindy Petersiel at cpetersiel@tfumc.org.
Amazon Wish List for Weekday Preschool
Our Tucker First Weekday Preschool has developed a wish list on Amazon.com of books and items that they would like to have. This is a wonderful project for a Sunday School class or small group. You can find. the list online at https://tinyurl.com/preschoolwish
Follow Us on Social Media
We have a church twitter account - #TuckerFirstUMC

Check out these Facebook pages.


Additionally, the websites of the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church (ngumc.org) and the United Methodist Church (umc.org) are great resources for messages and stories of hope.
Prayer Requests
How Can We Pray For You?
Our prayer ministry lifts your concerns in prayer. You can now submit prayer requests online at www.tuckerfirst.org or you may contact the church office at 770-938-3030 with your prayer request.
Tucker First UMC
5095 LaVista Road, Tucker, GA 30084
770-938-3030
Tucker First News is a publication of Tucker First United Methodist Church.