Beulah News. What Would Granny Say? October 2015

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1 Beulah News Beulah Unite d Metho dist Church 161 Beulah Church Rd. dme tho distchurch.org October 2015 What Would Granny Say? M y Granny Tharpe was not what one might consider proper in the way society defines proper. She was a bit gruff and a bit tough and altogether one of the neatest people I have ever known. She was such an odd combination of tenderness and toughness, of kindness and strictness, of femininity and don t mess with me, that figuring out what she was going to do next was not the easiest thing to do. In certain instances, however, there was no doubt what she would do. As we watched helplessly when three young men drowned in a whirlpool below the Dead Lakes spillway; or when my brother s appendix ruptured and came very close to killing him; or when the day was particularly pretty; or when the mood just hit her; at such times she would rush into action and pray. I don t recall her being particularly religious, strictly speaking. Yea, she would go to the Saint Andrews Methodist Church every Sunday with the express purpose of sitting behind my Grandmother Rowell and pestering her; but aside from that she wasn t one to attend circle meetings or serve on committees. She was what I call a blue collar Christian, living the simple life of loving her family and her God. When the need arose however, she would pray and she didn t care who was around or what anyone, and I mean anyone, thought about it. Granny was for lack of a better term, unwavering in all she did. Now the Bible was not often read aloud at Granny s house, but to the best of my recollection it was never dusty either. In the privacy of her time with God, Granny read His word and she knew what He expected; and through the eyes of a loving grandson, she didn t appear to disappoint Him all that often. As I have watched the world go from bad to worse since Granny s passing, I have wondered what my Granny would have thought about the current state of affairs. I can t say she ever had much use for the government to begin with, but when our government started attacking God in schools, on the city square and over the airwaves, Granny got angry. Granny lived with my mom and dad for a year of so before her death; and during that time she and I talked about such things and she was, to say the least, appalled. Now, with the escalation of attacks on the Christian faith, I wonder what she would say to you and me. What advice would she give to help fit us for battle? As I thought about it, it came to me what her first response would be. Her first response, I have little doubt, would be a simple question directed at those of us who claim Christ as our Lord and Savior. She would look each and every one of us in the eye and without a hint of self-consciousness she would ask: So tell me, what are you doing at home? Are you reading the Bible (Continued on page 2)

2 PAGE 2 BEULAH NEWS What Would Granny Say? (cont.) (Continued from page 1) or the T.V. guide? Are you praying at anytime other than the few well-rehearsed words you say over your meals? Do you offer anything other than lip service to God? Where is God in your life? How can you expect your children to pray in school or at a ball game or anywhere else for that matter, when you have not taught them how to pray in their own home? Never forget that change starts at home. Fighting for prayer in school, a nativity scene on the courthouse lawn and the like is all well and good, but praying at home has always been available and seldom is it exercised. God s Word is available in, I dare say, every household where this writing has found rest; and yet I ll bet you that the majority of the Bibles are left dusty and forgotten. Just ask yourself, When was the last time I opened God s Word at home? Ask yourself, When was the last time I opened the Word of God? Fight for Christ in school and at ball games and anywhere else where the freedom of religion is threatened; but remember this: before you can go into the world and fight for God, you must first fight for Him in your own home. I believe that is what Granny would say. I can hear her voice and see her weather worn face right now in my mind s eye. I can see those black eyes staring into mine. I can sense the years and the wisdom in her stare; and I can feel the shame welling up in me as I thank God that she is not present to hear my answer. How about you? Love, Pastor Tony Fellowship Friends will list in the bulletin each month a Star Member. A star member is anyone over 65, a nursing home member or a home bound member. These are our special members who need our care and concern. Greeting cards or note cards are a great way to stay in touch when we can t visit or call. Our Star Member for the month is: Mildred Price Hwy. 378 Leesville, SC 29070

3 BEULAH NEWS PAGE 3 To my Church Family, Thank you so much for the meals, cards, visits, rides, prayers, and all the support you have given me during my recovery from knee replacement surgery. You have really made me feel loved! Karen Counts Beulah United Methodist Family, Thank you so much for the donation of school supplies. They are already being put to good use. It is so important that ALL of our students have the supplies they need to get off to a great start for the school year, your donations help to make that happen. Thank you again for supporting our Scouts! Mylisa Apperson, Gilbert Primary School Thank you to our Beulah Church family. Thanks to everyone for your calls and cards during my recent surgery. The flowers were beautiful and cheered me up. A special thanks to Pastor Tony for being with me and my family the day of my surgery. May God continue to bless Beulah and all of the members. In Christ s love, Naomi Dear Beulah Church Family, Thanks so much for all the cards, s, texts, Facebook posts and personal words and phone calls after the passing of my sister Debbie. All the thoughts and prayers made this difficult time more bearable and the trip home to Louisiana a little easier. Thanks again so much. Billy Brown Thank you so much for getting us these bibles with our names on it. They will be very helpful and will be used every day. David Helps Dear Everyone, Thank you for supporting me in everything I do. Everyone here at church is like family to me. This bible will help me in strengthening my bond with Jesus Christ. Growin in Christ, Garrett Knight Dear Beulah, I am so very grateful for the Bible you have given me and the others in our Youth Group. Thank you so much for your generosity. The Bible is a very precious gift and I know that I will learn lots about God and his promises from it. I look forward to reading more and more of it as I continue on my walk of faith and being able to rely on it for guidance. Thank you so much for the great blessing that you have given to me. In Christ, Amy Baker Dear BUMC, I greatly appreciate the purchase of the personalized bibles for our Sunday School class. I think that these bibles are very special and that the other students and myself will take better care of them because they are so nice and specialized for each individual student. Thanks again for these great gifts, I think that other students will greatly appreciate them -- I know I will! TJ Langfitt Dear Fellow Christians: On behalf of the 2015 Batesburg-Leesville Salkehatchie Camp, I would like to offer my sincere thanks and gratitude to your church for helping to provide nourishment for the campers and other volunteers during our recently completed week or service. Your contributions were invaluable to the overall success of the camp (and the food was DELICIOUS!). Your outreach to Salkehatchie campers has reminded me of the familiar teaching of Jesus in Matthew 25, when Jesus said, for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me Thank you for serving our campers, and ultimately Jesus, in such a tangible and meaningful way. My prayer is that you will join everyone affiliated with the Batesburg-Leesville Camp in praising God for the way lives were changed and outlooks brightened during our week together. It is always a remarkable thing when God s people bring their gifts, talents, resources, and energy to the table to positively impact their communities. Blessings, Elizabeth Connell, Meal Coordinator 4th Sunday Night Singing October 25th - The Centerions November 15th - 3rd Sunday - TBA

4 PAGE 4 BEULAH NEWS 10/01 WENDY BEDENBAUGH ANN HANCOCK GARRET DRIVER 10/22 TIMOTHY GARRETT JEREMY WOODARD PEYTON EVANS 10/02 DEBORAH SHUMPERT 10/23 MELISSA S "MINDY" SINCLAIR BILLY WARREN ROBIN THOMPSON 10/05 BETTY K RICARD 10/24 G EUGENE GANTT 10/06 RICK JONES 10/25 KENNETH SHULER 10/08 CAREY SMITH 10/26 RONALD KREPPS 10/09 R TURNER FLYTHE, III MICHELLE DEERING 10/11 JANNA DAVIS RONELLE SCHUMPERT CINDY COUNT 10/27 BARBARA KREPPS SUZANNE FORREST POLLY DERRICK 10/13 AUBREE PRICE 10/28 ANNETTE WEED MARY ROWELL MARY JOYCE GARDNER 10/14 KIM PATTERSON 10/29 ABIGAIL BINKLEY DAVID BASHLINE CALHOUN "CAL" DENT, JR 10/17 RHONDA SWEATT LORENA KELLY 10/18 BRENDA EIDSON CINDY PRICE 10/19 WESLEY WOODARD MR. & MRS. JERRY DAVIS 10/05/1968 MR. & MRS. JOHN LEIGHTY 10/07/1978 MR. & MRS. K BRYAN SHEALY 10/09/1954 MR. & MRS. GLENN SWYGERT 10/09/2004 MR. & MRS. MIKE BURKETT 10/11/1975 MR. & MRS. ANTHONY COUNTS 10/13/2001 MR. & MRS. RONNIE CAMPBELL 10/16/1953 MR. & MRS. G ANTHONY SNELGROVE 10/20/1998 MR. & MRS. CHRISTOPHER DRIVER 10/22/2005 MR. & MRS. TRAVIS PAUL COOK 10/25/2008 MR. & MRS. RANDALL PRICE 10/30/1993 MR. & MRS. G EUGENE GANTT 10/31/1968 Beulah Women s Retreat The time is drawing near for the Beulah Women s Retreat to be held Oct th at Asbury Hills Camp and Retreat Center in the upper part of the state. If you have not yet signed up for the event, you can still send in your registration. Please contact Mary Rowell at Junior Youth News Our first meeting of the Junior Youth for the new year was great! We had an awesome turnout, great food and made plans for the new year. All junior youth grades 5-8 are welcome every Sunday from 4-6. And remember, all youth that bring a friend on Sunday nights are guaranteed a prize from Mrs. Mindy! Youth Group Schedule October 4th: Francesca Battistelli and Matthew West Concert. Leaving Church at 5:30 PM. Meet at church at 5:00 PM for dinner then we will load up and leave at 5:30. Concert is at Millbrook Baptist Church in Aiken. October 11th: Sunday Night Live 5:00PM-7:00PM October 18th: Sunday Night Live 5:00PM-7:00PM October 25th: Road Trip 4:30PM-7:30PM Beulah News Published monthly by Beulah United Methodist Church 161 Beulah Church Rd. Rev. Tony Rowell, Pastor Mary Joyce Gardner, Church Secretary Karen Counts, Comm. Coordinator Send articles by the 20th of each month by to newsletter@beulahunitedmethodistchurch.org or drop articles off in the pocket on the door of the church office.

5 BEULAH NEWS PAGE 5 Project Pantry for Meals on Wheels PROJECT PANTRY NEEDS YOUR HELP!!! Each December we assemble food bags for senior individuals who use Meals on Wheels services and distribute them prior to the Christmas holidays. Our mission is to end senior hunger, we are aware of the daily struggles that confront so many of our participants on a daily basis. As you know the holidays can also be particularly challenging for those who live alone, have limited family or have lost loved ones to death. Through the food bag distribution in December, it is our hope to let our clients know that they are cared for and at the same time to maintain our mission to end senior hunger. Would you please consider helping us?? Project Pantry will prepare the bags that will have the essentials to provide an easily prepared meal for each of their clients. They would like to invite us to assist with the project by conducting a nonperishable food collection. Items needed for the food bag include a 16 oz. box of spaghetti noodles, 24 oz. meat flavored spaghetti sauce, 15 oz. can of green beans, 15 oz. can of whole kernel corn, applesauce or fruit cups (6 or 8 cup packages, and individual packets of grits and oatmeal. PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT ITEMS DONATED ARE WITHIN THE NOTED EXPIRATION DATES!! There will be a box in the FLC hallway and in the vestibule in the sanctuary for you to place these items. Please have these food items delivered here to the church no later than Tuesday, November 10th. Thank you so much for your continued support of our community!! If you have any questions, please contact Tonya Gossett at Free hot dogs, games, rides, blow ups, trunk or treat, magician, a balloon twister, hayride, car show, and much more. We will also have a country store that will be selling some goodies. There will be some local businesses to check out. This is a free event for the whole family. If you are able, please bring a non-perishable/canned food item as a donation for LICS. October 24, :00 pm to 6:00 pm

6 PAGE 6 BEULAH NEWS BEULAH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 161 BEULAH CHURCH ROAD GILBERT, SC FUNDRAISER OCTOBER 1 AND 2-8:30 AM - 3:00 PM OCTOBER 3-8:00 AM UNTIL 1:00 PM LUNCH AND DRINKS AVAILABLE EACH DAY Many different and new items will be available such as furniture, clothes, small appliances, books, records, dishes, toys, paintings, pottery, seasonal items, jewelry, baked goods, etc. There will also be a bake sale. Food will be available for sale all three days. If you would like to donate items for the yard sale, please notify Mary Price at or call the church office at We are now receiving items. All donations will be appreciated. Sorry we cannot accept TVs.

7 Our October Helpers BEULAH NEWS PAGE 7 USHERS Jamie Patterson, Leader Dondi Best Charlie Huggins GREETERS Mary Price & Mindy Price ACOLYTE Josh Schumpert, Aubree Price, Nathan Patterson, Aubrey Binkley, William Binkley SCRIPTURE READER Ellen Riddle AFTER SERVICE GREETERS Jamie Patterson, Church Council Oct. 4 & Oct. 11 Jim Eidson, Lay Leader Oct. 18 & Oct. 15 SANCTUARY FLOWERS Oct. 4 OPEN Oct. 11 Karolyn Grimm Oct. 18 Ed Kelly Oct OPEN COUNTING TEAM Carey & Melba Smith Skip Price Jim Grimm Homebound and Residential Care LEXINGTON EXTENDED CARE Ruby Bedenbaugh Lexington Extended Care 815 Old Cherokee Rd. 256 A Caughman Way Lexington, SC Betty Jo Gable Lexington Extended Care 815 Old Cherokee Rd. Room 144-Lexington Trace Lexington, SC Wayne Leaphart Lexington Extended Care 815 Old Cherokee Rd. Room 114 A-Palmetto Lane Lexington, SC AGAPE Polly Derrick Agape Room Leaphart Rd. West Columbia, SC MORNINGSIDE ASSISTED LIVING Ella V. Woodruff c/o Morningside of Lexington Apt # Old Chapin Rd. Lexington, SC HOMEBOUND Alan Tompkins Tom Drafts Circle Rosetta Leaphart Shore Rd. Thomas E. Taylor, Sr., Broad River Corr. Inst. Montecello Unit-Room 144B 4460 Broad River Rd. Columbia, SC Sarah Bailey Downing Way Luther Rogers Shull Ave. Betty Ricard Augusta Hwy. Mickie Folk N. Woodside Parkway W. Columbia, SC Mildred Price Hwy. 378 Leesville, SC Fall Festival with Trunk or Treat It's that time of year again... If you are willing to open up your trunks and give out candy or some other treat for the Fall Festival, please contact Tonya Gossett via at jtgos4@myway.com. Also we would really like for each committee within the church to participate in this ministry as it has in the past so please consider doing so if you have not done so previously. This is a great opportunity for us to reach out to our community, spread the gospel, and let others know what Beulah is all about!

8 PAGE 8 BEULAH NEWS Stewardship Report PRAYERS: Ruby Bedenbaugh, Alan Tompkins, Sarah Bailey, Barbara Krepps, Luther Rogers, Polly Derrick, Mildred Price, David Stone, Rosetta Leaphart, Mickie Folk, Betty Jo Gable, Thomas Taylor, Sr., Wayne Leaphart, Carthon Kaminer, Lillian Kaminer and Betty Ricard. Operation Christmas Child - Samaritan s Purse Shoeboxes Since 1993, Samaritan s Purse has delivered shoebox gifts packed by caring people like you to more than 113 million children. A shoebox filled with small toys, hygiene items, and school supplies tangibly demonstrates God s love to a child in need. This year, once again, Beulah will be partnering with churches around the world to pack shoeboxes to reach children with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. A small shoebox can have a big impact. What goes into the box is fun, but what comes out of it is eternal. Be a part of changing children's lives all over the world in Jesus' Name through the power of a simple gift with Operation Christmas Child. Mary and Martha Circle will be providing boxes, which you can fill and return by the second week of November. Watch the newsletter and bulletin for the exact date and collection site. When you pack your shoebox, remember to pray that God will touch the heart of every child who receives a shoebox gift, and that many children and families will come to faith in Jesus Christ. Tips for Packing Your Shoebox 1. Get your box from Mary and Martha Circle. If you want to wrap it, cover the box and lid separately. 2. Decide whether you will pack a box for a girl or a boy, and the age category: 2-4, 5-9, or Select a quality wow toy such as a doll, soccer ball with pump, or stuffed animal. Then add other fun toys, hygiene items, and school supplies. 4. Most importantly, pray for the child who will receive your gift. You can also include a personal note and photo. For more tips and gift ideas, visit what-we-do/operation-christmaschild/.

9 Calendar for October 2015 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 8:30 am Yard Sale (until 3:00 pm) 6:30 pm Praise Choir FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2 8:30 am Yard Sale (until 3:00 pm) 9:00 am Mother s Morning Out (until noon) SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 8:00 am Yard Sale (until 1:00 pm) SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 8:30 am Contemporary Worship Service 9:40 am Sunday School 10:30 am Traditional Worship Service 4:00 pm J.A.M. Aftershock 5:00 pm Youth - Concert 6:00 pm Bible Study MONDAY, OCTOBER 5 9:30 am Bridge - SH 6:30 pm Apostle Paul TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 9:30 am Bible Study - Conf. Room 2:30 pm Companions (until 4:30 pm) - SH 6:30 pm Weight Loss Support 7:00 pm REFIT Class - FLC WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 10:00 am Weight Watchers - SH 6:30 pm Choir Practice THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 10:30 am Fun, Food, & Fellowship 6:30 pm Praise Choir - FLC FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 9:00 am Mother s Morning Out (until noon) 8:00 pm Square Dance - SH SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11 Loretta Price - FLC 8:30 am Contemporary Worship Service 9:40 am Sunday School 10:30 am Traditional Worship Service 12:00 pm Blood Drive - SH (until 5:00 pm) 4:00 pm J.A.M. Aftershock 6:00 pm Bible Study MONDAY, OCTOBER 12 9:30 am Bridge - SH 6:30 pm Apostle Paul TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13 9:30 am Bible Study - Conf. Room Noon Mary/Martha Circle 2:30 pm Companions (until 4:30 pm) 6:30 pm Weight Loss Support 7:00 pm REFIT Class - FLC WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 10:00 am Weight Watchers - SH 6:30 pm Choir Practice THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 6:00 pm United Methodist Women (UMW) 6:30 pm Praise Choir Prayer Group FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 Women s Retreat 9:00 am Mother s Morning Out (until noon) SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17 Women s Retreat 2:00 pm Ron Krepps - FLC (until 7:00 pm) SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 Women s Retreat 8:30 am Contemporary Worship Service 9:40 am Sunday School 10:30 am Traditional Worship Service 11:30 am Potluck 12:15 pm Church Council 2:30 pm Charge Conference 4:00 pm J.A.M. Aftershock 5:00 pm Youth 6:00 pm Bible Study MONDAY, OCTOBER 19 9:30 am Bridge - SH 6:30 pm Apostle Paul TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20 9:30 am Bible Study - Conf. Room 2:30 pm Companions (until 4:30 pm) 6:30 pm Weight Loss Support 7:00 pm REFIT Class - FLC WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21 10:00 am Weight Watchers - SH 6:30 pm Choir Practice THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 6:30 pm Praise Choir FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 9:00 am Mother s Morning Out (until noon) 8:00 pm Square Dance SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 3:00 pm Fall Festival (until 6:00 pm) SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 7:00 am United Methodist Men (UMM) 8:30 am Contemporary Worship Service 9:40 am Sunday School 10:30 am Traditional Worship Service 4:00 pm J.A.M. Aftershock 4:30 pm Youth Road Trip 6:00 pm Bible Study Gospel Singing MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 9:30 am Bridge - SH 6:30 pm Apostle Paul TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 9:30 am Bible Study - Conf. Room 2:30 pm Companions (until 4:30 pm) 6:30 pm Trustees Weight Loss Support 7:00 pm REFIT Class - FLC WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 10:00 am Weight Watchers - SH 26:30 pm Choir Practice THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 6:30 pm Praise Choir FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 9:00 am Mother s Morning Out (until noon) SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31

10 PAGE 10 BEULAH NEWS Preschool news Beulah Methodist Pre scho ol October Preschool Year begins! We are beginning our 4th year at Beulah Methodist Preschool. God is leading more and more people to Beulah for our preschool program. This year, our ministry has been blessed with 41 children attending our program! We are growing, and leading more and more children to follow Jesus Christ. We are praying for a great year and excited to have the opportunity for this program at our church! Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6 October 5-8 Safety Helpers week Ephesians 2:10 God planned work for us to do Work and Play Together Deuteronomy 6:18 Do what is right and good A Special Thank you Luke 17: Do Not Be Afraid Matthew 28:1-10 Fear not, for I am with you

11 BEULAH NEWS PAGE 11 Audacity Noun: The willingness to take bold risks Synonyms: Boldness, daring, fearlessness, intrepidity, bravery, courage, heroism, pluck, grit On Saturday, September 12 th, more than fifty women attended the Beth Moore simulcast in the Family Life Center here at Beulah. Various ages, races, and denominations came together to hear Beth Moore powerfully teach about Audacity and what it takes to be a mighty woman of God. It went hand-in-hand with Pastor Tony s recent messages encouraging us to stand firm for the Lord and how now, in these challenging times, it is great to be a Christian. The day was interspersed with sermons, praise music and worship encouraging and empowering us to be fearless for the Lord. To have: 1. The Audacity to make an unseen Savior the supreme romance of your life 2. The Audacity to live in the tension that comes with loving in truth 3. The Audacity to pray for astonishing works of the Holy Spirit 4. The Audacity to forgive and live forgiven 5. The Audacity to hold tight to Romans 8:18 I consider that the sufferings of the present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us 6. The Audacity to walk in humility The volunteers outdid themselves in providing a professional-like setting, great food and an atmosphere where we felt wrapped in the presence of the Lord. A big thank you to the Kenneth Shuler Schools of Cosmetology for sponsoring the event. It is hoped by those who attended that it won t be the last. Live audaciously with guts to bring people to Jesus

12 Beulah United Methodist Church 161 Beulah Church Road Return Service Requested Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Leesville, SC PERMIT NUMBER 8 Fun, Food, and Fellowship October 8, 2015 W e would like to invite you to Fun, Food and Fellowship. We meet every second Thursday at 10:30 am (except for November, when we have the Senior Thanksgiving Dinner). We hope you will come have lunch and get together with all your friends and make new friends. Invite all your neighbors to come with you. We would be glad to have you attend. Any questions, please call the church office at or Theresa George at Company Support Wanted October 24, 2015 T he Fall Festival is coming October 24th. We would like donations from companies to help support it. If you own or know of a company that would like to donate money, gift certificates, or items for the country store, please let us know. All company supporters will have their logo put on a board for helping us fund this festival. This year we will add a car show to give the grown ups something else to do. Please call Skip or Mindy if you would like to donate items. Thank you. Mindy , Skip