Morrow Mirror. Happy Thanksgiving Pastor Luis & Melanie

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1 November 15, 2017 Morrow Mirror A monthly newsletter brought to you by Morrow First United Methodist Church Pastor s Pen November 2017 THANKSGIVING Psalm 95:2 Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms. Psalm 26:7 That I may publish with the voice of thanksgiving, and tell of all thy wondrous works. Psalm 116:17 I will offer to thee the sacrifice of thanksgiving, and will call upon the name of the LORD. Psalm 100:4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. I am having a very hard time believing that Thanksgiving is already upon us! The year has flown by so quickly. We have seen God do so many things for our church and for each of us individually and for our families. We are entering one of the busiest times of the year. We will enjoy our Thanksgiving feast on Thursday, and then some of you will participate in the cultural tradition known as Black Friday. Some will stand out in the cold, waiting in line to start their Christmas shopping. They will fight the crowds trying to get the best deal on stuff. That event kicks off the busy Christmas season. As a church we have many activities coming during this season. We will have our Christmas Banquet, Christmas Concert, Children s Christmas Musical, and Christmas Eve Service. In addition to the Church activities, we have our family activities for this time of year. Many will travel to see family for the holidays; we will have family gatherings, dinners and Christmas traditions. This can be a very busy and stressful time of year. As we begin this adventure that we call The Holiday Season let s remember to focus on what God is wanting to teach us during this time of year. Next Thursday is Thanksgiving Day. Thanksgiving is a unique holiday that focuses our attention on the goodness of God and His bountiful supply, and His innumerable blessings. America is unique in that our country was founded on the principles of Christianity. Our forefathers understood that without the help of Almighty God we would have never come into existence. In 1620, the Pilgrims stopped to give thanks to God for His protection and provision. In 2017, let s keep our focus on God and his goodness. Happy Thanksgiving Pastor Luis & Melanie

2 Last Month at MFUMC October Financial Update For October 2017, we received $22, towards our budget. To date we have received $228, towards our annual budget of $304, Our need for the remainder of 2017 is $76, All Apportionments are paid. As of publication, we have received $12, for the Heat/Air Campaign $90,000 $81,000 $72,000 $63,000 $54,000 $45,000 Attendance & Giving by Date Sunday Worship Sunday School Budget Giving 10/ $4, / $7, $36,000 $27,000 $18,000 $9,000 10/ $2, / $4, / $4, Since all ticket money has not been submitted from the Barbeque, we can not give a complete information summary for the BBQ & Yard Sale on Saturday October 7. If you have ticket money or have not paid for yard sale items, please submit it to the church office. 2

3 Youth Service Project Needs You! Come help us to serve at the Midwest Food Bank in Peachtree City on Saturday, December 9 from 9:00-11:00 in the morning. We haven't been assigned what we will be doing yet. Last year we repackaged dried beans into family-sized portions. The youth and adults who attended had the best time. Midwest Food Bank has given faithfully to our church's food pantry for several years now, and this is a great opportunity for our church to give back and have a great time in fellowship together. For more information, contact Tracy Larson (tlarson1932@gmail.com). MFUMC Food Pantry in Need Our food pantry has served over 2,000 Clayton County residents in One week this was 25 families (90 people) on a single Thursday. Please help restock our pantry with the most common needs such as spaghetti and sauce, beans, rice, cereal, fruit cups, canned vegetables, soup, peanut butter, and jelly. Thank you, Diana Aull MFUMC Christmas Schedule The Hanging of the Greens Ceremony Sunday, November 26, 2017 ~ 11:00 a.m. MFUMC Christmas Musical & Dinner is Sunday, December 17 ~ 5: 30 p.m. (more info on insert) Christmas Eve 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 6:00 p.m. Candlelight Service Group Christmas Parties: Friday, 12/8 ~ 5 p.m. Searchers Class, Fellowship Hall Monday, 12/11 ~ 11:30 a.m. Ramblers, Fellowship Hall Monday, 12/11 ~ 6 p.m. Electa Share, TBD If your group has a party not on this list, please notify the church office at mumc-admsec@bellsouth.net

4 Our Service Members Stationed on Okinawa Island Kameron Burrell (great nephew of Linda McElhannon) Stationed Overseas Matt Allen (husband of Darcy Bloom Allen) Stationed Stateside Jayson Dooley (son of Nannette Dooley) David Key (son-in-law of Bil & Melanie Johnson) Nichole Turner (niece of Keith & Kathy Munson) Aviano AFB - Italy Capt. Kyle L. J. Phillips (grandson of Larry Phillips) Stationed at Camp Lejeune, NC Alex McKenzie-Castillo (son of Ardell McKenzie) Jacob Beard (friend of Brooksie Foster) Stationed at Misawa Airbase, Japan Kevin McElhannon, Jr. (grandson of Bill & Linda McElhannon) Stationed in Kandahar Afghanistan Max Anderson (cousin of Layla Leo) Remember these members and friends in your thoughts and prayers, and with cards and visits. Nursing Home /Hospital/Independent Living/ Rehab Patients Members Bright View North Andover: Ethel Jewett, 1275 Turnpike St, #1211, North Andover, MA Brookdale Canton: Tommie Budkoski, 125 Riverstone Terrace, rm 303, Canton, GA Elmcroft Senior Living: Shirley Barnett, 7493 Mt. Zion Blvd, Rm 109B, Jonesboro, GA Golden Crest Senior Living Community: Toni Bish, Rm 10B, 2160 Lake Harbin Rd, Morrow, GA, Governor s Glen Assisted Living: Marline Sargent, Pod B, 5000 Governor s Drive, Forest Park, GA Jonesboro Nursing & Rehab: Tootsie Callaway, Rm 116A, 2650 Highway 138E, Jonesboro, GA Summer s Landing Bayberry Trace: Linda Jenkins, Rm 119, 315 Arrowhead Blvd, Jonesboro, GA

5 PRAYER REQUESTS Ben Adams is having vision problems and will see a neurological ophthalmologist, requested by his great aunt, Diana Aull Bonnie Smith fell and hurt her back and broke a rib Clint Young, recently diagnosed with cancer, requested by Angela Seelhammer Gail Hartley is back home after her heart attack while she was in the hospital for thyroid surgery Gloria Kovaleski Dumas who has cancer asked for continued prayers, reported by Pam Boyd Janet Thomaston is dealing with constant pain from her broken back, requested by Anita Thomaston John Riverbark, requested by Angela Seelhammer Keith Munson had an outpatient procedure on 11/15, requested by his wife, Kathy Laura Milton Moore is cancer free, continuing to heal, and enduring pain from the surgery and treatments, reported by Chuck Ruffino Lisa Foster breast cancer surgery, requested by her mother -in-law, Brooksie Foster Michael Taylor will have surgery on his shoulder on 12/1, reported by his mother -in-law, Susan Crawford; Paul Deason will begin rehab soon as part of his recovery from heart surgery, reported by his wife, Joan Ruth Muniz, requested by her daughter, Diana Aull Savanna French continues to improve but she has two lymph nodes that are cancer positive so treatments will continue in January She feels great and is enjoying school, reported by her great-aunt, Connie Cabe Shirley Barnett has returned to Elmcroft Senior Living after a brief stay at Piedmont Henry Family and friends of Tommy Cash, a retired Clayton County Police Officer, who recently passed Vicki Faulk is not getting better. She will continue physical and speech therapy and start stem cell treatments, reported by her aunt, Kathy Munson Rev. Warren Huddleston is out of ICU and continues to recover after his motorcycle accident, reported by his sister, Brooksie Foster Yancey Williams is at Grady Hospital recovering from punctured lung, requested by his uncle, Tracy Holland Homebound Members Ellen Betsill, 501 Blossom Tr., McDonough, GA Jerry & Mary Brazeal, 3920 Brookline Dr., Alpharetta, GA Betty Hargis, 157 Pulliam Dr., Apt. 42, Jackson, GA James Gloor, 5879 Clate Court, Ellenwood, GA Bill & Linda McElhannon, 3793 Charlotte Drive, Rex, GA, Doris Melear, 2569 Wall St., Jonesboro, GA Janet Thomaston, 7871 Thrailkill Road, Jonesboro, GA 30260

6 How? 2018 is Knocking Help Make 2018 the Best Year yet for MFUMC Fill a W.I.N.G.S. vacancy. Pick up a W.I.N.G.S. Tri-fold from the W.I.N.G.S. bulletin board. Several committees and positions do not have leaders or coordinators. Interested members should contact the W.I.N.G.S. chairs listed in the tri-fold. Sign your group up to serve dinner the fourth Sunday of a month at Calvary Refuge Center. Please contact Doug Jewett, Serve Ministry Chair, to schedule your group: dsj3783@aol.com Volunteer with the Food Pantry. The pantry needs help on the third Tuesday of each month to help load in donations from the Midwest Food Bank. And Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. to make bags of food for community members in need. More information is available from Diana Aull: Join a choir. Both the Chancel Choir and the Joyful Praise Ringers (hand bell choir) have openings. The Chancel Choir practices on Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. so joining is as easy as attending practice. To join the Ringers, contact Don Davis: ddavis770@hotmail.com. Volunteer in the Church Office. Volunteers help with folding bulletins, content and editing the Morrow Mirror (monthly newsletter), creating the worship slideshow, and general office tasks such as filing and answering the phone. Please contact Cora in the office: ; mumc-admsec@bellsouth.net. W - worship I - invite N - nurture G - grow S - serve 6

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8 On November 28th, you are invited to come together with thousands of United Methodists to support the work of Advance missionaries and projects on UMC #GivingTuesday. Connect your passion with God s mission as you give to a world in need through your prayers, presence, gifts, and service. We would love to hear about creative ways that you are raising awareness and funds for The Advance especially what you are planning for the 2017 UMC #GivingTuesday. Thank you for your support as we live out God s mission together. Should you have any questions about UMC #GivingTuesday, please contact advance@umcmission.org. 11 Ways You Can Get Involved 1. Identify missionaries and/or projects to support. 2. Pray, donate, and create financial avenues of supporting missionaries or projects to supplement your financial gift. 3. Include banners and other promotion on your website, social media, and newsletters 4. Submit a flier for your church bulletin and integrate stories of Advance missionaries and projects into meetings or sermons leading up to November 28. Share Advance stories in your newsletter. 5. Take time for a mission moment during Sunday School or small group time. 6. Give children boxes to collect money and get them excited about the missionary or project they are supporting. 7. Raise awareness about UMC #GivingTuesday through your district office or annual conference. 8. Take a selfless selfie holding a sign with a UMC #GivingTuesday graphic that says, On UMC #GivingTuesday, connect your passion with Gods s mission. Please join me by supporting [insert project/missionary name] November 28. Post these selfless selfies on social media and your website. 9. Post a graphic from the resource page and encourage people to upload a selfless selfie using one of the graphics. 10. Ask friends and family to make, in your honor, an early Christmas/Advent gift to your favorite missionary or Advance on November 28. Or make a gift in honor of those on your Christmas list. 11. Send an to your community network and ask them to support The Advance on November 28, UMC #GivingTuesday. 8

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10 The Front Porch Players Proudly Present LYING IN STATE Friday/Saturday: Nov. 17 & 18-7:30 p.m. Sunday: Nov. 19-2:30 p.m. First Presbyterian Church of Jonesboro, 1842 Lake Jodeco Rd., Jonesboro Reserved Seating: Adults, $15; Seniors/ Children, $12 General Admission: Adults, $12; Seniors/ Children, $10 Tickets: This side-splitting comedy centers on a late state senator who died in a ridiculous gun accident that turns him into a national hero, and how local political party leaders are looking for someone to fill his senate seat while others are looking for just the right casket, love, votes, and the chance to get into politics. And it all takes place at the funeral home--where things are not what they seem. Our own Keith Larson stars as the Governor, a true politician. Others in our church family involved in Lying in State are Chuck Matthews, Sound Tech; Mary Anne Brannon, Props Manager; Tracy Larson, Stage Manager; Jean Peacock, Ad Sales & Program Set up; and Angela Seelhammer, Usher & Secretary for TFPP. Auditions for The Secret Garden On December 2 (11 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) and December 3 (4:30-7:00), auditions for the musical based on Frances Hodgson Burnett's classic children's story, The Secret Garden, will take place in our space at The First Presbyterian Church of Jonesboro, 1842 Lake Jodeco Rd., Jonesboro. See our website ( ) for specific needs for actors/actresses for this show. The beloved story, reimagined with some of the most beautiful, soaring, and often heartbreaking music you will ever hear, will become one of your favorites, we're sure! 10

11 Christmas in the Park Saturday, December 2 2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Tree lighting at 6:30pm Milton Daniel Park, 1500 Morrow Road, Morrow, GA Pictures with Santa, Christmas Carols, and Much More! Join your neighbors, City of Morrow government officials, local businesses and Santa Claus at Milton Daniel Park as we celebrate Christmas in the Park We are excited to have locally crafted artisan items for sale at Christmas in the Park this year. Candlelight Christmas 1862 A Two Night Holiday Event Friday, Dec. 8th and Saturday, Dec. 9th 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Step back in time to Christmas 1862 and tour the McCord home as they prepare for the holidays. Robert is away fighting and Rebecca and family are expecting company for Christmas. This is a historical drama acted out as you tour the home. It is appropriate for all ages. Tours begin every 20 minutes from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. You will be entertained while waiting inside the Bethel Schoolhouse for your tour to depart. For a specific tour time, purchase tickets in advance by calling (770) Juddy s Country Store will be open for holiday shopping. For more information, please call us at (770) We look forward to sharing this historic holiday tradition with you!

12 YES! I/We plan to attend the Christmas Dinner! Name How many Adults? ($10/ea) I would like to sit with How many children? ($5/ea) It does not matter who I sit with. How many highchairs? Morrow First United Methodist Church Rev. Luis A. Ortiz P.O Jonesboro Road Morrow, GA Phone: luis.ortiz@ngumc.net mumc-admsec@bellsouth.net mumcfin-sec@bellsouth.net Christmas Celebration Sunday, December 17 Musical Program ~ 5:30 p.m. ~ Sanctuary Chancel Choir, Joyful Praise Ringers, Children s Choir Don Davis, Director Jackie Davis, Accompanist Christmas Dinner ~ Fellowship Hall ~ Following Program Prepared by Anna & Andrew Cox and Crew Adults: $10 Children: $5 Beef Tenderloin with Gorgonzola Sauce Hashbrown Casserole, Green Beans, Rolls, Red Velvet Peppermint Cake, Tea, Lemonade, Coffee Dinner Reservations are required The reservations determine the amount of food prepared. Please submit your reservation form and payment to the church office no later than December 14. Reservation Form 12