PAT HW A Y. PASTORS MESSAGE Galatians 5:22-23; John 15: 1-5 "Growing Fruit" HOLSTON ANNUAL CONFERENCE NOTES

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1 Crossroads United Methodist Church PAT HW A Y July, 2012 The Mission of Crossroads VMC is go Forth and make disciples in the name of Jesus Christ. Our Vision CIsCIunifiecl bocly ot behevers in Jesus Chtist, Crossroads VMC will reach out and welcome with open and loving hearts, people of all ages who seek learn the disciplines of discipleship. Through prayerful whole /ife worship, we will discover the presence ofthe Holy Spirit. HOLSTON ANNUAL CONFERENCE NOTES PASTORS MESSAGE Galatians 5:22-23; John 15: 1-5 "Growing Fruit" As I write this article it is a blazing 92 degrees outside and day is the first day of summer. Let us hope we get some cooler weather and some rain as well. In Revelation 3:15 the writer says the church neither hot nor cold but lukewarm. In order for be "hot" for God's work, but cool enough handle the inevitable problems of life we need be more Christ like. (As individuals and as a body believers) is us of As we grow in Him like the vegetables/ fruits of the summertime, let us remind ourselves of the fruit of the Holy Spirit from Galatians chapter 5. Which are: Love, joy, peace patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control. We all have these attributes in us from time - time- but we want be more consistent in showing these at work, school, home, on vacation, or on the roadways ( no road rage please.) So how do we do this? Staying with my agricultural theme let's look at what Jesus said in John 15: 1-5. Paraphrased. "Jesus is the vine. We are the branches. If we "abide" (live) with Him we will bring much fruit." Ok, how do we abide? We allow him take up residence in our lives through the Holy Spirit. The best ways establish this relationship is through; 1. Praying without ceasing 2. Studying His word. 3. Worshiping with other believers. 4. Using our talents, time, and resources for His kingdom. Under the theme, "Called Action," the Holsn Annual Conferencepasseda resolution of commitment save 100,000 lives by raising$1 million in the coming year for ImagineNo Malaria. Members representing 897 churches in east Tennessee, southwest Virginia, and north Georgia also sent about 9,000 kits and buckets of food, school, and health supplies Liberia and Zimbabwe. They overwhelmed the two large ocean-carriertrailers they pack each year for Africa, necessitating(for the first time) a third trailer accommodatethe goods. Members also gave an offering of $96,372 for Vietnam victims of the war chemical Agent Orange. They gave $61,372 children's ministry through "Change for Children," half designated for Imagine No Malaria, the other half supporting children's ministries in Holsn. An unannounced additional offering raised $11,768 for Imagine No Malaria -- which at $10 per bed net protect a child from malaria-bearing mosquies - will save1,176 lives, leaderssaid. The 1,920 members of the Holsn Annual Conference dedicated much of their gathering learning about and lifting up "Vital Congregations" and celebrating the ministry of Bishop James Swanson, projected for reassignmentthis summer after eight years as resident bishop. Copied from: THE CALL, Vol. Ell, # th If you/we are going bear fruit this summer we cannot ignore the items I just listed. It is vacation time, away from work, school but should not be a time away from Him. I want bear fruit this summer and through the year and I hope you want do the same. Please stay connected THE VINE. God Bless, R~ Good News! Ted and Debbie Salyers will become grandparents in December.

2 Crossroads United Methodist Church PATHWAY -Iuly, 2012 FIT-FOR- eifhrf1{w1ck; ij ~' WOMEN'S MINISTRY UPDATE In June, Girlfriends* held a brunch with guest speaker, Becky Tucker (Am. Red Cross, Certified CPR Instrucr). Everyone enjoyed Becky's teaching & guidance in CPR techniques. We all feel we are better prepared in an emergency situation save a life! Thank you Becky for your personal testimony, o! You are a blessing all your "Girlfriends" and others through your service! OUR GIRLFRIENDS* GROUPS UPDATE: THE BOOK CLUB The next book discussion will be held at the home of Joyce Purinn on August 7 PM on a novel by Denise Hildreth Jones call: THE FIRST GARDENER. We are accepting donations of any Christian books, Movies, AudioNisual CD for our Church Library. All donated items can be placed on a bookshelf in the Library. GUARDIAN ANGEL CIRCLE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS FmST SUNDAY EACH MONTH 10-10:30 A.M. IN THE NARTHEX FffiST SCREENING DATE: -JULY 1, 2012*A blood pressure reading that is consistently over or higher means that you probably have hypertension. This puts you at risk for heart disease, stroke and other medical problems. Almost I-in 3 Americans has high blood pressure. Because there are no sympms, nearly one-third of these do not know they have it. *(National Inst. of Health & the American Heart Assoc.) Healthcare volunteers will be available once a month perform this simple check, provide information, and referrals. Screening will be done on the First Sunday each month from 10:00-10:30 a.m. (A special thanks our nurses and healthcare volunteers for providing this service.) Friendship Ministry - We delivered one (1) Welcome Basket a first- time Visir. Volunteers are needed help with the Welcome Basket, Baysmont Partnership, Homebound programs. ~~} --l\r~ C~~ c...~.b JULY BffiTHDAY PARTY AT BAYSMONT JULY 11 m from 1:45-3:00 PM - Team #2: Joyce Purmn, Jean Mowrey, and Shirley Newman Greeting Card Ministry - In June, twenty one (21) AlIOccasion Greeting cards were mailed those in need of encouragement. There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex if you can help with any of these ministries mentioned above! GALS A'GOIN' CIRCLE PINK ELEPHANT RESTURANT Saturday, JULy 14th at NOON Bring a gently-used accessory wrapped PINK swap and we'll see you there! LIFE CIRCLE The purpose of the Fit-For-Life Circle is help the congregation care for one another... help attain, maintain and/or regain the best possible whole person health wellness of body, mind and spirit. Our first Fit-for-Life program offered the congregation is: in If you're interested in seeing: DAVID Barter Theatre Musical (Aug 23 - Sept 8) Please Sign-up in the Narthex! Details TBA later concerning reservations! A group of 15+ qualifies for special rates! Invite a Girlfriend join us for a great fellowship! A Prayer for the United States of America On April 30, 1789, George Washingn was sworn in as the First President of the United States of America. The inaugural ceremony ok place on the balcony of Federal Hall in New York City, then the first US Capil and the first site where the 1st United States Congress met. This location is just 4 blocks from Ground Zero. Since nearly first light, a crowd of people had begun gather around Washingn's home, and at noon they made their way Federal Hall by way of Queen Street and Great Dock (both now Pearl Street) and Broad Street. Washingn dressed in an American-made dark brown suit with white silk sckings and silver shoe buckles; he also wore a steel-hilted sword. After he gave his inaugural speech, he closed with this prayer for the United States of America. ''Almighty God; We make our earnest prayer that Thou wilt keep the United States in Thy holy protection; that Thou wilt incline the hearts of the citizens cultivate a spirit of subordination and obedience government; and entertain a brotherly affection and love for one another and for their fellow citizens of the United States at large. And finally that Thou wilt most graciously be pleased dispose us all do justice, love mercy, and demean ourselves with that charity, humility, and pacific temper of mind which were the characteristics of the Divine Author of our blessed religion, and without a humble imitation of whose example in these things we can never hope be a happy nation. Grant our supplication, we beseech Thee, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen." L- ~ N ~ "' 0..

3 Crossroads United Methodist Church PATHWAY - July, 2012 YEAR TO DATE FINANCIAL REPORT (JANUARY THROUGH MAY 2012) The following need our prayers. Please make time each day pray for the following: The Power and Presence of the Holy Spirit at Crossroads; The Family of Ronnie Perry; Diana Perry; Phyllis Castle; Anna Kate Baines; Kay Skeln; Becky Spears; Aaron & Jeff Decker; Mabel Lantz; Jim Lantz; Margaret Barrett; Jerry Hults; Jim McCloud; Martha Wilcox; Michelle Hagood; Carolyn Cunha; Peggy Wilks; Jim Mann; Linda Horne; Linda Grills Smith; Barbara Nelms; Candith Grubb; Dewey Rowe; Cindy Rawlings; Jo Painter; Gloria Whetsel; Ann Monroe; Dave Anderson; Carson Overbay; Gary Ragle; Gabe Ketron; Dylan Nelms; John Ragle; Kellan Good; Mildred Fleenor; Billy Strong; Kim Smith; James Baines; Billy Rhea; Bobby Leonard; Nancy Ford; Joretta McConnell; Michael Strickler; Kim Lilly; Josh Adcock; Deborah Castle; Mamie Salyers; Frankie Pyle; Virginia Ford; Bobby Hartley; Betty Sue Quillen; Sharon Musick; Jean Fincher; Helen Stallard; Nikki Murph; Clara Gilliam; Ron & Margaret Hackney; Paul Clark, Sr.; Henry Price; Annette Hughes; Young People and the Temptations of Synthetic Drugs; Fred & Libby Dearing in the Sudan; our Country; the Unemployed; the Homeless; our Military; the situation in the Middle East; Pasr Edward, Pasr Nathanael, and Pasr Samuel in Africa; Pasr Anwar in Bangladesh; Salvation for the lost. Our homebound members attended church all their lives before their health or the health of a loved one made it difficult or impractical attend services. They miss the fellowship of their church. Please pray for them, perhaps give them a phone call or visit. They also enjoy cards and letters from their church family. Phillip & Shirley Carter, 428 Eastland Place, Kingsport, TN ( ); Virginia Ford, 1726 Sevier Terrace Drive, Kingsport, TN ( ); Candith Grubb, Steadman Hills, 1300 Bloomingdale Pike, Kingsport, TN 37660; Sue Hamblen, Holsn Manor, 3641 Memorial Boulevard, Kingsport,TN, Mildred Hurley, 521 Belvue St. Kingsport, TN 37660; Nikki, Murph, 626 Walnut Ave, Kingsport, TN ; Louise Price, 633 Plantation Road, Kingsport, TN 37660; Frankie Pyle, 137 Big Elm Road, Church Hill, TN 37642; Helen Stallard, 4109 Nickelby Court, Kingsport, Tn GENERAL FUND Actual Income: Actual Expenses: Total deficit: Actual Income: Amount Budgeted: Total Budget Deficit: $68, $71, $2, $68, $76, $8, FUTURE BUILDING FUND Actual Givings 2012: $ Submitted by Gene Smith, treasurer. OUTREACH TEAM The Outreach Team will meet on July 10:00 am. All interested n", at in helping with new projects are welcome. Food Pantry volunteers for February are: July 5: Brenda Hall & Peggy Wilks July 12: Powers Donna Sensabaugh & Nancy July 19: Ramsey Shirley July 26: Garrett & Shirley White & Martha Gillispie Serving at the Salvation Army On July 21 are Rhonda and Madison Givens and Sherry and Maddie Sutherland. We are students. collecting for Kingsport Homeless The kids need new socks, underwear (boxers for boys and hipsters for girls), and deodorant (both men's and women's). Nursery Assistants July 1-Jean Hall July 8 - Selina Clark July 15 - Rhonda Givens July 22 - Nancy Powers July 29 - Pat Mann August 5 Jennifer Gilbert August 12 - Alice Clark August 19 - Jean Hall August 26- Selina Clark Play. le.arn _.- C;. - ~ '. (1". Grow... _--:-1",get.h.er

4 Crossroads United Methodist Church PATHWAY - July, 2012 ~~urc~'hews A special thanks goes James Hartley for leading our services on June 17 while Pasr Randy was out of wn. Come join us for our next book club meeting. It will be on Thurs., August 2, at 7:00 pm at Joyce Purinn's home. The book we are reading is The First Gardener by Denise Jones It's time spruce up our grounds again. We have several flower beds that need be adopted. Pictures of these areas are in Narthex alongside a sign-up sheet. CRUSADERS NEWS Fellowship meals will be taking a vacation during June and July. Thanks all those who have provided the delicious brunch foods we enjoy between the 9:00 and 11:00 worship services. Besides the great food, it is a time enjoy fellowship with each other before Sunday School starts. We need more volunteers provide brunch items. If interested in bringing food one Sunday, please sign the sheet located in the Narthex. At the end of the summer, we will be opening a Clothes/Coat Closet for those who need help. We really need children's clothes and coats. Clean out those closets and donate this worthy cause. For more information, contact Peggy Wilks at The Crusaders July business meeting will be held at Shoney's at 9:00 am on July 3 rd We welcome anyone come and join us and get involved in the mission projects and other things that we do support the church. Please remember keep our sick and shut-in friends and church members in your prayers. As always, we. ask everyone remember our men and women that serve in our armed forces around the world and their families in your prayers. The Crusaders will be taking orders for cutlery sales help fund their different mission projects. See Shirley Newman place an order-catalogs cutlery. are available view the RADA Scripture for Independence Day - July 4th Mulch has been spread in the Meditation Garden and it looks very good-the Meditation Garden is always available anyone that would like spend some time there. Thanks Garrett White and all that helped with the mulch. John 8:36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. (NIV) Crusaders voted continue giving $50 per month the food pantry. 2 Corinthians 3:17 Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. (NIV) Galatians 5:1 It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. (NIV) Ephesians 3:12 In him [Christ] and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. (NIV) apple butter come and join us for a great lunch and good fellowship. Rose and Gene Smith are responsible for altar care in July. Gene Smith will have the devotional for the July meeting. Gray hair is a crown of splendor it is attained by a righteous life. Proverbs 16:31 (NIV)

5 Crossroads United Methodist Church PATHWAY - July, 2012 T The youthhavehadseveral thin" Hi Randy, going on since the end of May. We attended a pool party with the youth from Mt. Carmel UMC and hope partner with them for more activities and events. We had 9 youth attend the pool party which was Great! On Sunday, June 3 rd, we ok 3 youth a Kingsport District youth event at Mafair UMC. While there we played some fun games and elected the new youth representatives from the Kingsport District the CCYM (Conference Council of Youth Ministries). The people elected are the ones that help plan Resurrection and other conference events for the youth. Maybe next year one of our youth will run for CCYM. There are several things going on within the district during the summer for us participate in with other churches. The youth left for LexReach and Ichthus on Sunday, June 17th and will be returning on June 24th. There are 8 youth attending and 2 adults this year. I hope they are blessed by the people they are helping through their mission work; also, for them have an amazing time at the Ichthus music festival at the end of the week. I want ask everyone in the Church please encourage all youth attend Sunday School each Sunday at 10:00 am and Sunday night youth and activities at 6;00 pm. I know it is summer and vacations and other things are going on but please get them the Church. It is important for them learn and grow in their faith and walk with Christ. The last few months' I wanted thank you again for hosting a cook-out at Crossroads for our waiting Little Brothers and Sisters! You all did a wonderful job, more than we even anticipated, and everyone had a lot of fun. I met someone who may be interested in volunteering and I think the kids seemed really excited about receiving their Bibles. (because even reaching one child has the potential reach many!) I look forward visiting your church again talk folks about our program. Feel free let me know whenever that would be convenient for you. Best regards, Rene Griggs Program Coordinar Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee 301 Louis Street, Suite 302 Kingsport, TN Tel: x2 Fax: attendance has been really low and it is hard for the people attending and for me plan activities and have lessons if no one is there participate. This is a great time for youth work on their faith before they move off college (it is extremely hard keep young adults active in Church after they start college). However, if we can encourage them and help them grow and learn at this age hopefully it will make them want continue with church through campus ministries and other places. Please get as many youth church as possible. I would love for us get the point of having more youth than we have chairs. I would gladly accept that problem because that at least means we are growing and doing something right. Youth is about having fun and doing activities while Learning about the love of God and helping spread the love all people. Thank you for your support, Michael Pasr: Randy Lantz (423) (cell) randycumc@charter.net 9:00 Worship Leader: Tim Ragle 9:00 Accompanist: Barbara Brown 11:00 Worship Leader: Melinda White 11:00 accompanist: Barbara Brown Children's Direcr: Youth Direcr: Valarie Bagwell Michael Leach Nursery Coordinar: Judy Wilmoth Administrative Jane Christian Office Newsletter Newsletter Sherry Curtis Edir: Emily Neeley Production: Nancy & Calvin Powers, Gail & John Willis OFFICEPHONE: (423) or

6 Crossroads United Methodist Church PATHWAY- July July 2012 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Services Crusaders ~.l.".l.,,,''- Food Pantry: Happy Birthday: meet at Brenda Hall & Jim Qualls.:~., Nursery Shoney's 9:00 ~~ Peggy Wilks am Hcppy Happy 4lf July Anniversary TIm Jean Hall SilverSounds & Angela 6:00pm Kyrkendall & Bill Blood Pressure & Hilda Absher Church Office screening Happy Birthday: Closed Sherry Sutherland Sunday Services Happy Birthday: Silver Sounds Outreach Team Food Pantry: Happy Birthday: Jim Kilgore 6:00 pm meets 10:00 am Donna Anna Kate Nursery Sensabaugh & Baines Happy Happy Birthday: Nancy Powers Anniversary: Selina Clark Donna Girlfriends Deryl & Nancy Sensabaugh White Elephant Ford luncheon see Girlfriends page Z for Birthday details Baysmont see page Z for details Sunday Services Silver Sounds Happy Salvation Army 6:00 pm Happy Birthday: Birthday: Jason Rhonda & Beth Bridwell Madison Givens, Sherry & Nursery Kloosterman Food Pantry: Maddie Shirley Gillespie Southerland Rhonda Givens & Martha Ramsey Happy Birthday: Calvan Powers Sunday Services Silver Sounds Food Pantry: 6:00 pm Garrett & Nursery Nancy Powers Happy Birthday: Phyllis Castle Shirley White Sunday Services Silver Sounds 6:00 pm WEEKLY SUNDAY SERVICE HOURS Nursery Pat Mann Happy Anniversary: Jim & Evelyn Qualls; 11:00 BLENDED SERVICE William & Helen CHILDREN'S CHURCH FDl.l.OWING CHIl.DRENS' SERMON IN ROOM 111 Tipn and 6:00 PRAYER MEETING Martin & Carol Keat 9:00 TRADIONAL SERVICE 9:50 SUNDAY SCHOOL 6S 0N 1.~3d Nl. 'DIOdSDNDI cnva 3:DVl.SOd S11 NOIl.VZINVD}[O l.ho}[dnon 099 Nl 'uods.:lu!)i l!e.il CIAO) Shea OOZ HOHnHO.LSIOOH.L3W 03.llNn > savohssoho