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1 CONTENTS PAGE 2 Music/General PAGE 3 General PAGE 4 General/UTH/ Children PAGE 5 Photos PAGE 6 Reporting PAGE 7 2-week Calendar PAGE 8 Preschool News FIND US ON: NewnanFUMC.org P F Greenville St. Newnan, GA Worship: 8:30AM & 10:55AM Traditional 11AM Contemporary Office Hours: M-F 9am - 5pm

2 CHOIRS NOW MEETING All choirs are now meeting! It's not too late to join! Visit NewnanFUMC.org/music to register or for more info. Youth Choir Sundays 5pm Parish Choir Wednesdays 5:45pm Chancel Choir Wednesdays 6:45pm Children's Choirs Wednesdays 4:15 & 5:15pm Swingin' Singin' Seniors Tuesdays 9:30am Joybells Mondays 4:30pm Inspirations Mondays 5:45pm We don't want you to miss out on the fun! CHERUB CHOIR You are singing for 10:55 Traditional worship this Sunday, September 9. Please meet in room 105 at 10:45am. You also sing for Connect next Sunday, September 16. Please meet in the Parish Hall at 10:45am. MUSIC NOTES SWINGIN' SINGIN' SENIORS You are singing for 8:30 worship next Sunday, September 16. Please meet in the Sanctuary at 8am. WESLEY CHOIR You are singing for 10:55 Traditional worship next Sunday, September 16. Please meet in Room 105 at 10:30am. -David Kinrade WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER & ACTIVITIES 9/5: Penne pasta bake, Texas toast, & salad (September birthdays will be recognized!) 9/12: Cranberry chicken, wild rice, steamed broccoli, & salad (Ice cream bar!!!) Sign up now! NewnanFUMC.org/wednesday or call the church office ( ) FUN 'N FROLIC Christmas in Dahlonega Friday, December 14 - Saturday, December 15 Friday: Lunch at the Smith House; Afternoon and early evening to explore downtown Dahlonega, have dinner on the square, see downtown lit up with Christmas lights; That evening attend the local production of "Annie". Saturday: Breakfast at the hotel; 4-5 hours of shopping at the North Georgia Premium Outlets, near Dawsonville (Great Christmas shopping); Home around 5:30 that night. Cost: $120/person (double room) or $170 for single room (includes transportation, dining at Smith House, hotel room, breakfast on Saturday, and Annie. Signup & $50 deposit due by September 16 to get enough hotel rooms & tickets to Annie. FLU SHOTS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Gathering Room Joey Burg, Pharmacist with Lee Goodrum Pharmacy, is offering flu shots at the church to anybody aged 14 and over that is interested. As of right now the insurances that we know offer vaccines at no cost are Medicare, Humana, Federal employee, and Tricare. Many others offer at no charge, or at a standard prescription copay, and we will be happy to work with anybody who comes by regarding their coverage. We will be offering a High Dose vaccine for anybody over 65, and a quadrivalent dose for everybody else. OUR JOURNEY OF HOPE: SERVICE OF PRAYER AND HEALING THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 6:30am Sanctuary Join the Cancer Care Team as we pray for those we know and love who are living with and caring for those with cancer. Special Music by Joe Moore. 2

3 BIBLE STUDIES TUESDAYS Men's Prayer Breakfast & Study Ongoing 7am 1st & 3rd Tuesdays each month Gathering Room Facilitators: Jerry Cox & Brad Hyatt Men of all ages are encouraged to come for this time of fellowship & study The God We Can Know: Exploring the I AM Sayings of Jesus (Rob Fuqyay) 7 weeks Begins September 11 10:45am-12pm Location TBA Facilitators: Rev. David & Harriette Haygood Discover how the broad meanings of these sayings connect to your personal life today. Take these sayings to heart and draw closer in your relationship with Jesus Christ. Colossians (Louie Giglio) 8 weeks Begins September 11 12:20pm Preschool Computer Room Facilitators: Nancy Martin (contact her directly to sign up: nmartin@newnanfumc.org) Join Preschool staff and parents for an informal Bible Study WEDNESDAYS Men's Study: Iron Men Ongoing 5:30am Meets at The Warehouse (67 Brown St.) Facilitators: Rob Brass & Mark Miller (contact Rob directly for more info...no signup needed: rbrass@fca.org) Iron sharpens iron...(proverbs 27:17) Grow in your faith and Christian accountability as men from the community meet for Bible Study and prayer. Woman's Study: The Promised One: Seeing Jesus in Genesis (Nancy Guthrie) 10 weeks Begins September :45am Facilitator: Rev. JoAn Kinrade In John 5:39, Jesus told the Jewish religious leaders that "the scriptures testify" about Him. Those scriptures were Old Testament scriptures! See how the book of Genesis prepares for and points to Jesus Christ. Let's Talk Ongoing 6:30pm Room 203 Join a lively lay-led discussion as we look at current events from a Christian perspective and grow together in love. THURSDAYS A Disciple's Path: Understanding Your Relationship with Christ and the Church (James Harnish) 8 weeks Begins September 13 2 identical sessions offered: 10:30am or 6:30pm Facilitator: Rev. Charles Robinson What does it mean to be a United Methodist Christian? Gain a Wesleyan understanding of your growth in God s love and grace. Develop spiritual practices, discover your unique gifts, & become engaged in ministry that will transform your lives and the lives of others. Holy Spirit: Here & Now (Trevor Hudson) 4 weeks Meetings: 10/18, 10/25, 11/8, & 11/15 6:30-8:30pm Facilitators: Rev. JoAn Kinrade and the Cancer Care Team A special offering for persons living with cancer or family members of cancer patients. This study will provide an increased awareness of God s transforming work in every part of your life and will give you the tools needed to continue to live in the hope and power that is yours through the Spirit of the Living God within. TO SIGN UP FOR STUDIES, VISIT NEWNANFUMC.ORG/SIGNUPS SIGN UP BY FRIDAY SO WE CAN ORDER THE RIGHT NUMBER OF BOOKS! 3

4 SUNDAY UTH WORSHIP & WEDNESDAY UTH BIBLE STUDY All UTH events have begun! Sunday Worship & Family Groups 6-8pm UTH Lounge Grades 7-12 Chick-fil-A Breakfast Tuesdays 7am Wednesday Bible Study 6:30-7:30pm UTH Lounge Grades 7-12 CALLING ALL CHILDREN/YOUTH/ ADULTS willing to serve our congregation by leading in our traditional Sunday services. We are looking for individuals to lead the Call to Worship, Affirmation of Faith, and/or Offertory Prayer. If you are interested, please sign up by filling out the volunteer form at NewnanFUMC.org/serve. Once there please check the "Worship Arts" box. We will be in touch with you right away. NEW SANCTUARY HYMNALS NEEDED! A large number of our Sanctuary hymnals are either worn out or missing. If you would like to help us restock our pews, we are raising money to buy new hymnals. You may purchase one in honor or in memory of a loved one for $25 per hymnal. To order: Visit NewnanFUMC.org/give, scroll down to "Give Online", then select "Hymnals" from the drop-down -OR- fill out a form (found around the church) and turn in to the church office along with payment! 4

5 5 #SERVE COWETA 2018; ROOT 345; & Preschool parent orientation & first day of school! Time for a great year!

6 SEPTEMBER 9 th & 16 th TRADITIONAL Head Ushers: Kim Duncan (8:30) Matt Rossey & Phil Harris (10:55) Sunday School Greeters: Polly Crowley Sunday School Class Audio/Video Techs: Jeff Williams, Jim Leake CONNECT Head Ushers: Kevin Daniell, David Camp Audio Techs: Annie Workman, Logan Patton Video Tech: Moses Lopez WADSWORTH PATRIOT DAY/ VETERAN'S DAY EVENTS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 2 opportunities for prayer, worship, & community fellowship! Patriot's Day Prayer Event: 6:45-9pm Wadsworth Auditorium (25 Jefferson St.) Worship, prayers for first responders, and prayers for the 7 centers of cultural influence (government, business, education, family, church, arts/entertainment, & media). Veteran's Day Event: 7pm Veteran's Memorial Park (30 Temple Ave.) Learn more about these events at PrayCoweta.com SEPTEMBER 2 nd REPORTING Attendance Worship Services Total 373 (8:30-110; 10:55-188; Connect - 75) Church Membership 2324 Year-to-Date Financial Report Week Ending: 8/25/2018 Week #33 Total Tithes & Income: $ 1,012,172 Total Expenses: $ 1,036,494 Over/(Under): $ (24,322) CHURCH BUDGET $ 1,662,108 NEWNAN-COWETA HABITAT FOR HUMANITY NCHFH will soon break ground on East Broad Townhomes, an affordable housing development located a half-mile from Historic Downtown Newnan. They are reaching out to us to help find applicants for these homes. Requirements: Must have lived in Coweta for at least the past year Must not have owned a home in the last 3 years Must be using current rental address as primary Must meet current HUD income limits Provide steady and verifiable income for the past two years, no gaps Have a willingness and ability to pay monthly debt obligations Must be willing to complete sweat-equity hours and attend education classes Have a total debt-to-income ratio of 43% or less Be in good standing with creditors If you or someone you know meets these requirements and is interested in this housing opportunity, please contact Mary Spearman: programs@nchfh.org or (ext. 210) 6

7 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 8:00am Church Directory Photos (Annex) 8:30am Traditional Worship Service (S) 9:45am Sunday School 10:30am Church Directory Photos (Annex) 10:55am Traditional Worship Service (S) 12:00pm Church Directory Photos (Annex) 11:00am Connect Worship Service (PH) 4:30pm Youth Ensemble Rehearsal (CR) 5:00pm Youth Choir Rehearsal (CR) 6:00pm Confirmation Class (AH) UTH Worship & Small Groups (YL) MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 4:30pm Joybells Rehearsal (BR) 5:00pm UMCH Foster Care Meeting (AC) 5:45pm Inspirations Rehearsal (CR) 6:45pm Masterworks Chorale (CR) TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 7:00am UTH Breakfast (Chick-fil-A) 9:30am Swingin' Singin' Seniors (CR) 10:30am Ladies Service Group (210) 10:45am Study: The God We Can Know 12:20pm Study: Colossians (PS Computer Room) 2:30pm Parkinsons Support Group (AH) WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 9:00am Women's Study: The Promised One (AH) 4:15pm GROW (211) Cherub Choir Rehearsal (203) Wesley Choir Rehearsal (CR) 5:00pm Mid-Week Communion (C) 5:15pm Wednesday Night Supper (PH) Carol Choir Rehearsal (CR) 5:45pm Parish Choir Rehearsal (BR) 6:30pm Let's Talk (203) UTH Bible Study (YL) 6:45pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (CR) THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 10:30am Study: A Disciple's Path (AH) 6:30pm Service of Prayer & Healing (S) Study: A Disciple's Path (AH) 7:00pm Connect Band Rehearsal (PH) FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 8:00am Church Directory Photos (Annex) 8:30am Traditional Worship Service (S) 9:00am Flu Shots (GR) 9:45am Sunday School Rise Against Hunger Packing Event (AH) 10:30am Church Directory Photos (Annex) 10:55am Traditional Worship Service (S) 11:00am Connect Worship Service (PH) 12:00pm Church Directory Photos (Annex) 4:30pm Youth Ensemble Rehearsal (CR) 5:00pm Youth Choir Rehearsal (CR) 6:00pm Confirmation Class (AH) ROOT 345 (211) UTH Worship & Small Groups (YL) MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 10:00am Circle 2 (Wesley Woods) Martha Circle (200) 11:00am Friendship Committee Meeting (203) 4:30pm Joybells Rehearsal (BR) 5:45pm Inspirations Rehearsal (CR) 6:45pm Masterworks Chorale (CR) TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 7:00am UTH Breakfast (Chick-fil-A) Men's Prayer Breakfast (GR) 9:30am Swingin' Singin' Seniors (CR) Prayer Shawl Ministry 10:00am Angel House Board Meeting (200) 10:45am Study: The God We Can Know 12:20pm Study: Colossians (PS Computer Room) WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 9:00am Women's Study: The Promised One (A212) 4:15pm GROW (211) Cherub Choir Rehearsal (203) Wesley Choir Rehearsal (CR) 5:00pm Mid-Week Communion (C) 5:15pm Carol Choir Rehearsal (CR) 5:45pm Parish Choir Rehearsal (BR) 6:30pm Let's Talk (203) UTH Bible Study (YL) 6:45pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (CR) THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 10:30am Study: A Disciple's Path (A212) 6:30pm Stephen Ministry Supervision (AC) Study: A Disciple's Path (A212) FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 9:00am Consignment Sale (PH) SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 8:00am Consignment Sale (PH) 10:00am LaGrange UMW Exec. Committee Mtg. CALENDAR ABBREVIATIONS: S - Sanctuary PH - Parish Hall GR - Gathering Room C - Chapel PS - Preschool (lower floor of Parish Hall) CR - Choir Room BR - Bell Room VN - Veatch Nixon Classroom (between Gathering Room & Chapel) YL - Youth Lounge 200, 201, 203, 207/209, etc. - 2nd floor of Education Building AC (Annex Conference), AH (Annex Hall), A - 2nd floor of Annex Building (old Bank of America Building) 7

8 THE SHEPHERD NEWSLETTER AUGUST 21, 2018 PRESCHOOL NEWS PRESCHOOL CHILDREN'S CONSIGNMENT SALE: September 21 (9am-5pm) & 22 (8am-12pm) Registration is open now to consign items! Visit NFUMCPreschool.org/consignment-sale for more info & to register! Also, don't forget to come shop our sale! NEW SCHOOL YEAR! Our new school year has begun! Thank you, church family, for supporting such an important ministry. Our current enrollment in our Preschool and Kindergarten is 155. We have 26 awesome, dedicated teachers on staff. We are looking forward to a wonderful year! Thank you for your support of our preschool! Blessings, Nancy Martin NEWNAN FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 33 Greenville St. Newnan, GA NewnanFUMC.org TO: