The Methodist Messenger

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1 The Methodist Messenger Newbern First United Methodist Church P. O. Box 72, Newbern TN Located at the corner of Main and Monroe Streets Church Office Phone (731) Church Office Fax (731) Church August 2008 Pastor s Cell Phone (731) Pastor s Milan Phone (731) Pastor s GLohrum@charter.net Praise And Worship Sunday Morning Gathering 9:30am Sunday School for all ages - 9:45 am Sunday Worship Service 10:50 am Wednesday ACTS 5:30 pm 7:00 pm Wednesday Choir Practice 7:15 pm Church Staff Rev. Gus Lohrum, Pastor Mary Puraty, Office Secretary Bob Schlabach, Music Director Liz Vantrease and Marilyn Schlabach, Musicians Jane Perry, Custodian August 10th I will beginning a new sermon series entitled "Road Trip." We will look at significant biblical roads and paths to examine their symbolic spiritual meaning to our lives. Here are the roads we'll be traveling: August 10th: The Road of Joy, Luke 5:1-11 August 17th: The Road of Courage, Joshua 1:1-19 August 24th: The Road of Freedom, Luke 10:30-37 August 31st: The Road of Humility, Jonah 1:1-3 If you have a story, a life experience of how God has worked in your life and it goes along with the theme of the sermon, I would love for you to share that in worship. Maybe you have a friend that has an inspiring story to share in worship. Perhaps someone could do a short skit? I have a challenge, could someone sing the song, Bless The Broken Road, by Racal Flats, that song has a great spiritual message. Worship is so much more honoring of God when we bring our gifts and abilities together. Please keep these themes in mind and if you have something to share, call me and we'll talk. In Christ, Gus

2 PRAYER CONCERNS Harris Armstrong, cannot take the oral chemo any longer, tumor is not getting an smaller but it is not growing either. (16407 Zurraquin De Avila, Tampa, FL 33613) Carolyn Bartee, will be having surgery August 7 (212 Clearview Acres, Newbern, TN 38059) Dixie Borden, (friend of Judy Gregory) is battling cancer, outlook at the present is not very good. (418 Forcum Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024) Shana Brainard, continuing chemo treatments (3381 Blair Road, Cleveland, TN 37312) Charles Caldwell, suffered a stroke affecting his right side, August 3 and is recovering at Cane Creek (HealthSouth Cane Creek Rehab, 180 Mount Pelia Road, Martin, TN 38237, Home Address: 829 Williams, Apt 2, Newbern, TN 38059) Robert Caldwell, is adjusting to new medication and being on oxygen (105 Quincy, Newbern, TN 38059) Harry Cobb (Dyersburg Manor, 1900 Parr Ave, Room 200B, Dyersburg, TN 38024) Karen Clymer, battling cancer (6028 Lenox Nauvoo Rd, Dyersburg, TN 38024) Eva Christopher, suffering with kidney stones and other health problems (406 Edwards St, Newbern) Sue Daniels, (friend of Judy Gregory) is having some additional health problems after hearing that she had a good report from a cancer scare. Paula Davidson (205 Monroe St., Newbern, TN 38059) Rev. Richard Denton, recovering from toes amputated surgery (108 West Main St., Greenfield, TN 38230) John and Martha Drane, Mr. John is home from Cane Creek (304 West Main St., Newbern, TN 38059) Bradley Dycus, grandson of Mary Dycus, is at MD Anderson for cancer treatments Irene Flack, has been having some mini strokes lately (315 Nora Drive, Newbern, TN 38059) Rowena Fuller (Country Cottage, 469 Weakley Creek Road, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464) Bob Grunert, continues cancer battle and treatment. The bone pain has decreased and the latest CAT scan indicated some improvement in the liver. (48 Tulip Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024) Joyce Huie (Canterbury Place, 900 Hwy 51 ByPass, Dyersburg, TN 38024) Kenton Police Department, is currently shorthanded and needing additional personnel. Iva Leach (Ridgely Care, 117 North Main, Ridgely, TN 38080) Otis Lemons, prayer requests for health restoration Patti Matson, daughter of Gerald and Patsy Tidwell, continuing chemo treatments. Having a difficult time with the effects of chemo (17719 Abby Lane, Spring, Texas 77379) Jean Palmer, sister of Jane Yarbro, has a number of health issues. (3100 Jenkinsville-Jamestown Road, Dyersburg, TN 38024) Dorothy Pierce, having trouble with her blood pressure (401 West Main St., Newbern, TN 38059) Brenda Poor, need prayer, health not doing well lately (470 Ebenezer Road, Troy, TN 38260) Robert Arnett Poore is in failing health and is at his home (1629 Benson-Jones Way, Fulton, MS 38845) Ray Rines, has been diagnosed with cancer Dorothy Ritter (Dyersburg Manor, Room 112, Parr Ave, Dyersburg, TN 38024) Barbara Roberts, will be going to some scheduled doctor appointments soon (296 Enochs Road, Newbern) Rommie Roberts, continues to recover from recent stroke and deal with other health problems (296 Enochs Road, Newbern, TN 38059) Christopher Schlabach, grandson of Bob and Marilyn Schlabach, is undergoing several serious tests. (Bob and Marilyn Schlabach, 925 Sam Houston St, Dyersburg, TN 38024) Bobbie Valentine, is having back problems (307 Parks St, Newbern, TN 38059) Matt Whitehouse, grandson of Gil and Bobbie Allen, has been deployed to Iraq. (10045 Trimble Road, Trimble, TN 38259) Opal Wilkerson, mother of James Wilkerson (657 Hwy 105 East, Trimble, TN 38259) Buffy Worley, (friend of Judy Gregory) is experiencing some serious health problems Bea Young, is home following some days at Jackson General. Keep Mrs. Bea in your prayers (61 Johnny Dodd Road, Newbern, TN 38059) Holly Woody, prayer requested Jo Wynn, sister of Jane Yarbro, is dealing with on-going health problems. Gladys Yandell, 312 West Main Street, Newbern Bea Young, is home following a stay at Jackson General. (61 Johnny Dodd Road, Newbern, TN 38059) Anonymous - doctor appointments, tests and possible surgery Church and Community, many friends and family are facing health, medical, personal or career challenges.

3 Church Council Meetings Monday, September 8 Finance Meeting 6:00pm, Dinner 6:30pm Council Boasrd Meeting 7:00pm Board of Trustees August 18, at 6:00pm Esther Circle August 25, 7:00pm, Fellowship Hall Esther Circle contact: Patsy Tidwell Dorcas Circle August 18,1:30pm in Fellowship Hall Dorcas Circle contact: Jane Edwards Dorcas Circle Visitation meet at the back parking lot at 1:30pm, August 25 Senior Ladies Game Day Wednesday, August 20, Fellowship Hall, 11:00am contact: Mary Puraty A.C.T.S. K-12 program will meet at 5:30 7:00 in the on Wednesday evenings beginning Aug. 13 th. Chancel Choir Weekly practice in the Sanctuary, Wed at 7:15pm Promotion Sunday August 10 during Sunday morning worship Pastor Parish Relations Training All members of the PPR Committee are to meet Monday, August 11 at 6:30 for this session conducted by District Superintendent Stan Waldon Deadline for September Newsletter Items & News Monday, September 1 Wedding Congratulations To D.J. and Lou Ann (Cheatham) Perry who were united in marriage June 7, Scenic Hills, Newbern, TN ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Joshua and Emily (Orto) Medley who were united in marriage July 12, 2008 Southaven, MS ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Duane and Liz (Vantrease) Patterson who were united in marriage August 2, Sam Houston, Dyersburg, TN Gifts To Our Church In Memory Of Mrs. Drucilla Huie Mr and Mrs Dan Brammer Helen Hines Sunday school class Mr. and Mrs. Jack Pate Mr. and Mrs. Joel Simmons Mr. and Mrs. Billy Stover Mr. and Mrs. Billy Yates In Memory Of Mr. Morgan Caldwell Mr and Mrs John Drane Dr. and Mrs. Robert Haley Helen Hines Sunday school class Men s Bible Sunday school class Mr. and Mrs. Robert McConnell Mr. and Mrs. Rusty Morris Mr. and Mr. Jack Pate Mrs. Etta Caldwell Pearson Mr. and Mrs. Owen Waldrop Mr. and Mrs. Steve Williams In Memory Of Mrs. Bertie Newsom Mr. and Mrs. John Lucas Mr. and Mrs. Robert Moore Mr. and Mrs. Austin Odem Mr. and Mrs. Billy Stover In Honor of Jack and Jean Ann Pate on their 50 th wedding anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Steve Williams Sympathy and Prayers Are Extended To The Family of Drucilla Gardner Huie, who passed away July 13. John Huie 300 Gibbons Road, Newbern, TN Jennifer Tucker 206 East Broad Street, Dixon, TN Joe Huie Knoxville, TN

4 Rejoice With Singing & Praise The Chancel Choir will provide solos and ensembles during the summer months. They will still provide responses but the regular anthem season will resume in the fall. If you know of a good soloist or a good ensemble group, please let Bob know so he can incorporate them into a summer church service. Lifeline Bloodmobile Report July 25, Lifeline made it s scheduled stop at Newbern First United Methodist. There were 35 donations made and only 5 deferrals. Thanks to all who continue to support this life-saving program. Appreciation is also given to Betty Young, Rose Tillman and Patsy Simmons who volunteered this month to sign-in blood donors. The Lifeline bloodmobile will be at our church again on Friday, September 26. Contact Betty Young for additional information on how you can help. Reelfoot Rural Ministries The call went out to help with school supplies and their mid-year food drive. Everyone at Newbern First and Mt. Carmel answered the call by gathering canned items, pencils, notebooks, cereal and so much more. Monday, August 4 th, there were 300 pounds of food, one kinder mat and 17 bags of school supplies. Much thanks to all who contributed items, thanks to those who helped load up everything to be delivered and to thanks to John E. Bryant for attending to the delivery of these things to Reelfoot Rural Ministries. MARK YOR CALENDAR Sunday, September 21 Lambuth Day will be celebrated at Newbern First United Methodist Church and we are honored to host Firm Foundation Quartet in concert. * * UMCOR NEWS * * There will be forty-one health kits mailed to UMCOR this month. This is made possible through the generosity of many individuals who have given money and items for these much needed kits. Thanks To You from Joan Jones and our Youth and Children Dear Christian Friends, Boy, what a summer! We had three groups of youth that went to church camp at Lakeshore. We had a car wash. I think the adults did a good job washing. The youth were saving most of their energy for church camp. We had a great time at Vacation Bible School. We want to thank Helen Enochs and Donna Uitendaal for the wonderful decorations it just set the theme for us. R.C. Owen made some wonderful pictures. Check them out! They are posted in the hallway and in the fellowship hall. We want to thank the twenty-eight adults and the eight Jr and Sr High s that helped with our VBS. Boy, we had a goof time! Everyone that came out of a certain door during the VBS were talking about the paper being dry though drenched with water. What were they talking about, brother Gus? We had a good time at the Jr-Sr High Water War. We want to thank Mrs. Judy for taking care of feeding us. Thanks to all of the parents who filled up the balloons and for all of the props we had. It was fun! Let s all get excited about our Youth Program. Our teachers and staff are ready to go. We will start ACTS on the 2 nd Wednesday on August at 5:30pm. There is a lot planned that will be exciting for us. Keep our Youth Program in your prayers. Remember our your is the future of the church. Drop by and see us any Wednesday night. You will be surprised by what you see. If you would like to volunteer, call Joan anytime. Home Phone: Cell Phone:

5 Mt. Carmel Picnic Fellowship What a wonderful time everyone had at Mt. Carmel! Delicious food, lots of fellowship, great music, and fun rides on the barrel train and hay trailer. The weather forecast was posted to continue the July hot temps. But, God did what God does best. Around 5:30, a cooling breeze came across the beautiful country, making the evening very pleasant and comfortable. An added treat for everyone was seeing the lovely stain glass windows that have been placed in the sanctuary of Mt. Carmel Church. The latest of these glorious windows have been made by local Yorkville artist, Pam Locker.

6 Dyersburg District Mission Trip A team will be going to Gulfport, Mississippi. They will be leaving Dyer County on Monday, September 29 and will be returning on Saturday, October 4. If you are interested in participating in this great venture, contact Judy Gregory or Bro. Stan Waldon Covenant Discipleship Workshop You are invited to attend either workshop dates. The first opportunity will be on Saturday, October 4 at St. Paul United Methodist Church in Memphis. Or you may whether attend the Saturday, October 18 workshop at Union City First United Methodist Church. Both begin at 10:00am and will end around 3:00pm. Rev. Steven Manskar will lead a Covenant Discipleship Worship for clergy and laity. Cost is $20.00 per person for this oneday session. Contact our church office is you are interested in attending. The workshop will covers topics: What is Covenant Discipleship and where does it fit into the total life and ministry of our church? How do we start a Covenant Discipleship group, support it and grow in it? Volunteers In Mission The state of Iowa has been hit hard by recent flooding. The water is receding and now the clean-up phase has begun. Are you interested in being part of a team that will be assisting in the clean-up? Contact Dan and Jean Houston (515) or at IAUMVIM@gmail.com. You may keep abreast of the situation at ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ pass along and share... What do you do with old Sunday school literature, Christian pamphlets and magazines, Upper Room publications or other similar printed material you no longer use? Have you ever thought if there were only some place that could use these instead of them being thrown away? Well, there are two such projects! Center UMC collects these types of materials to share with facilities such as the Dyer County Jail. Contact Theresa Williams, twilliams1275@bellsouth.net. Joan Jones, , also shares these materials with residents of Wesley of Dyersburg Nursing Care. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Bible Trivia (answers will be provided in the September newsletter) BAPTISMS 1. What magician came to be baptized by Philip? (search Acts 8) 2. Who referred to the Israelites crossing of the Red Sea as a baptism? (search 1 Corinthians 10) 3. What tradeswoman was baptized by Paul and Silas? (search Acts 16) 4. How many people were baptized on the day of Pentecost? (search Acts 2) 5. What Roman official did Peter baptize? (search Acts 10) 6. Where did Paul baptize 12 men who had received the baptism of John? (search Acts 19) 7. What did John the Baptist tell the tax collectors who came to him for baptism? (search Luke 3) 8. Which epistle mentions one Lord, one faith, one baptism 9. Which two epistles compare baptism to burial? 10. Which epistle says that the flood waters at the time of Noah symbolize baptism? Methodists Market For RRM Saturday, August 23, 7:00am 11:00am Fellowship Hall of the Dyersburg First United Methodist You are invited to bring baked items that can be sold in the Bakery Shoppe. These goodies may be delivered to the Fellowship Hall between the hours of 10:00am and 4:00pm on Thursday, Augusts 21 st and Friday August 22 nd. Make plans now to attend this fun event on August 23 rd. There will be toys, linens, books, board games, seasonal decorations, home accessories, sports equipment, electronics and the delicious treats at the Bakery Shoppe. Contact Sharon Campbell or Judi Felkner for additional details about the wonderful event for Reelfoot Rural Ministries.