God Bless, Gerald. January 2019

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1 January 2019 The New Year is a wonderful chance to begin a new process for growing in your faith. On Sunday, January 13, Missy Wright, Director of Discipleship at Wesley, will hold a Discovery class for newcomers and others who wish to more fully understand and participate in the mission of Wesley. She will go over opportunities for growth and service. If you are interested in being a part of this class, please call Missy at the church ( ). This class will be at 9:40 in Room 306 on Sunday the 13th. On Sunday, January 20, I will host my monthly Coffee with the Pastor at 9:45 in the Gathering Area just off the sanctuary. If you would like to visit with me, learn more about Wesley or the United Methodist Church, and or learn about becoming a member of Wesley, please plan to join me on that day. In the last year, we have been privileged to welcome many, many new persons as members of Wesley. It is a blessing to have people invest in the mission of God through our church! 2019 is going to be a fantastic year here at Wesley. Join us as we continue to Engage God, Connect with others, and Transform the world. God Bless, Gerald A publication of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church Church Office: (423) ; Fax: (423) wesley@wesleymemorialumc.org wesleymemorialumc.org Sunday Worship Schedule 8:45 AM - Sanctuary Worship 9:40 AM - Sunday School/LifeGroups for All Ages 10:45 AM- NRG Contemporary Worship 11:00 AM - Sanctuary Worship New Church Members Abigail Bristol, Sarah Montgomery, and Ryan Touati were baptized and they along with Cooper Carr, Ciara Brown, Madison Holstein, David Keller, John Louter, and Madison Potterton professed their faith and became members of the church on December 2, Jim and Suze Comerford became members of the church on December 16, Pam Harris, Doug Henry and Travis and Kristen Lane became members of the church on December 23, 2018.

2 Connection Point Attendance Date SS S-8:45 NRG S-11:00 Total 12/2/ /9/ /16/ /23/ /30/ Week of: Giving Giving 12/2/2018 $ /9/2018 $ /16/2018 $ /23/2018 $ /30/2018 $ Received Year to Date $ Missions $ In Memory/Honor of $ Family of Clarence Denny following his death Family of Dolores Gellene following her death Family of Lorry Scherger following her death Family of Lee Slone following his death Harriet Ayers Family of Martha Barker Louise Bowles Betty Jane Bowman Jackie Church Dean family Ellen Drummond Ralph Gerit Family of Freddie Giles Adam Goodson Kevin Gregory Polkie Gregory Jeanette Hawkins Laura Henderson Lorraine Jessop Janet Ann Jones Vicki Kubal Joanne Lowe Linda Marsall Aubrey D. McElroy Sr. Tina McNeil Lick Brinley Moore Sara Piper Beth Rader Joyce Reed Roos family Doug Stephenson Debbie Stites Fritz Summerlin Carrie Swanay Family of Harry Thayer Cindy Tyler Wampler family Sue Warr Steve and Leigh Weber Michael Williams Nancy Windsey Terri Wowk Dear Wesley Clarence and I were thankful for your cards, visits, and prayers. It was such a blessing to hear from you and so appreciated. Sammy Denny Thank you so much for the cards, food, prayers, and encouraging words of support during this difficult time. I am blessed to have such a supportive church family. Carrie Swanay Thanks to everyone who has given books to the church library, and to all the members who enjoy our books. Come by and check us out! Polkie Gregory Page Turners Wesley s Book Club is open to all. Join us the second Monday of each month in the church library. January 14th we will discuss A Piece of the World by Christina Baker Kline February 11th we will discuss Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens March 11th we will discuss Educated by Tara Westover Thursday Midday Bible Study Starting January 3rd - 11:00-12:00 The group will be studying Romans. The book for this study costs $ Prophecy Bible Study Tuesday Mornings at 11:00 Starting January 15 Led by Ed Puhr Interested in learning more about prophecy in the Bible? Join this group as they look at the prophecies given, those fulfilled, and those yet to come.

3 Pajama Movie Night January 25, 6:00 PM Yay! It s Pajama Movie Night with Peter Rabbit! Join us for pizza, popcorn, and a movie. Wear your pajamas and bring a blanket and a cuddly :). Children (ages 3 4 th grade) must be accompanied by an attending adult. Jingle Jam Thank you! A huge thank you to all the teams of Jingle Jam: singers, actors, dancers, greeters, refreshments, tech, and wardrobe. Thanks to those who helped promote our Jingle Jam celebration. Much appreciation as well to the friends and families who attended. You can never know the impact you may have made on someone s eternity. Happy New Year! Sunday School and Kids in Action 200 Hall (children ages 4-4 th grade) Sunday school begins at 9:40 with Praise HQ and ends at 10:40. Kids in Action dismisses from NRG and Traditional 11:00 Worship services. Self-Control. God s power has given us everything we need to live a godly life. 2Peter 1:3a Room 109 (children ages 2 3) Follow the Star! Matthew 2:1-12 Find us on Facebook: Wesleykidsofjctn

4 Parents Meeting January 20th 4:00-5:00 PM In the Fellowship Hall Parents of 7th-12th graders This is a mandatory meeting for those who have students in 7th-12th grades. Youth can meet at the church and go get ice cream during the parent meeting. Mini Movie Night January 6th 6:00-8:00 PM at Wesley 7th-8th and 9th-12th grades Popcorn provided. Bring your own movie candy. Small Groups Amplify January 13th at Wesley 6:00 PM Junior High January 6th & 13th at Wesley 6:00 PM Senior High January 6th & 13th at Wesley 6:00 PM Resurrection 2019 January LeConte Center, Pigeon Forge, TN Registered 7th-12th grade students Meet at Wesley by 4:00 PM on Friday, January 25th We will leave soon after 4:00 and we plan to return to Wesley by 4:30 PM on Sunday, January 27th. We will keep parents updated on the return trip.

5 January Communion Offering The Heisse Johnson Hand-Up Fund The funds collected are distributed by Good Samaritan Ministries and the Salvation Army to individuals who have qualified for assistance with their energy bills. You may write a check to Wesley and put Heisse Johnson Fund on the memo line. Be a Resurrection Supporter! PLEASE SUPPORT OUR YOUTH ON OUR ANNUAL TRIP TO RESURRECTION, January 25-27, 2019 Each student pays $75 to attend although the actual cost is roughly $300. We need your help to raise the additional funds. We have 26 youth going. We would greatly appreciate any support, financially or through prayer and encouragement. You are welcome to give your contribution to Jane or put a check in the offering plate to Wesley Memorial with Resurrection on the memo line. Food Item for Good Samaritan Ministries Our food item January is Canned Corn Our goal is: 300 Please place in the designated containers in the Narthex and Tower Area by January 31st. Monthly Mission Emphasis Items Item for January is Items for Bucky s Pantry. They are requesting: mac & cheese; coffee 1 lb. bags; and cereal. This is a the food pantry at ETSU. Bucky's Food Pantry diminishes or ends hunger on ETSU campus for all students, faculty and staff in the most convenient, discreet and easily accessible means possible. Please place items in the drop off bin by January 31st. Life Groups and Sunday School Classes If you are not currently in a class or group, please come check out some of our newest ones on Sunday mornings at 9:40. There are also existing classes that would welcome you as well. Contact Missy or Gerald at for specific information. Discovery Class Sunday, January 13th - 9:40-10:40 This class is offered to people new to Wesley or those who want to learn more. This class will give you the opportunity to meet others, learn about the various classes, studies, and groups offered that you may want to be a part of, and to learn about all the different ministry opportunities available here at Wesley. There are classes for youth and children during this time, as well. We will be meeting in room 306. Please let Missy know if you have any questions. You may sign up in the bulletin on Sunday or by ing missy@wesleymemorialumc.org.

6 Due to the cold temperatures and the ever-present threat of inclement weather, XYZers will not meet in January and February. If you are 50 years of age or older, we welcome your participation! For more information, please Kem McKee or telephone at (423) Suggestions for outings/activities are always welcome. Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church 225 Princeton Road Johnson City, TN RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Nonprofit Org. U. S. POSTAGE P A I D Johnson City, Tenn Permit No. 179