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COLUMBUS, GA 31904

Our ChurCh StaffChildren’s Ministry Director Kelley ConkleChildren’s Summer Intern Dawn WilsonChoir Director Lyn PharrisChurch Administrator Susan SniderCustodians Martha Conklin Barbie MorrisMedia & Communications Dawn Wilson Music Director Bob LeeNursery Worker Martha ConklinWorship Leader/Youth Minister Andy UngerPastor Rev. Tony Crosby

Pastor’s Home (706) 327-2927Pastor’s Cell (706) 329-2484

Church Website: epworthumc.com

Epworth connects and equipsall kinds of people

to seek, serve, and share Christ.

thiS COming WeekSunday, June 14, 2015Rev. Crosby’s First Sunday 9:00 AM Contemporary Service 10:00 AM Sunday School11:00 AM Traditional ServiceMonday, June 15, 2015 6:30 PM New Life UMW MeetingWednesday, June 17, 201512:00 PM Prayer Team Meeting 5:30 PM Wacky Wednesday 6:15 PM Praise Practice 7:00 PM Choir Practice

Saturday, June 20, 2015Youth leave for Dallas Mission Trip Sunday, June 21, 2015Father’s Day 8:00 AM Father’s Day Breakfast 9:00 AM Contemporary Service 10:00 AM Sunday School11:00 AM Traditional Service

upCOming eventSThursday, June 25, 2015 3:30 PM Feeding the Neighbors @ RosehillTuesday, June 30, 2015 7:00 PM Reachers UMW Meeting

The Sanctuary flowers are given to theGlory of God and in honor of Bobby & Callie

Clark’s 64th Wedding Anniversary.

EpworthUnited Methodist Church2400 Devonshire Drive Columbus, Georgia 31904 706-322-6973

EpworthUnited Methodist Church

Joining the Journey Greetings friends! We are so excited to be joining the Epworth UMC family. Lisa, Nicholas, Natalie, and I are hoping that by the time you read this, we will be getting settled into your beautiful parsonage and working hard to quickly make ourselves at home in our new surroundings. Even though we once lived in Augusta, I am sure we will be wandering around with “big city” eyes for a while getting used to all of the wonderful things there will be to do and enjoy in Columbus. Our system of appointing pastors in the United Methodist Church is really beautiful when it works well. From the moment my appointment here was announced, Scott and Julie made themselves available to us in every way imaginable. They both answered e-mails and texts quickly and gave us time as we sometimes spoke for hours on the telephone. They shared with us about Epworth, the parsonage, and the Columbus community. They have extended hospitality and welcome in ways we will never forget. It is clear I am not alone in my appreciation of Scott and his ministry. Our South Georgia Conference clergy have elected him as one of our eight clergy delegates to the 2016 Jurisdictional Conference at Lake Junaluska, North Carolina. There, Scott will participate in electing bishops and the other business of our Southeastern Jurisdiction. I certainly voted for him and I know you are proud as he prepares to represent all of South Georgia at this distinguished meeting. There are so many wonderful things going on at Epworth. My family is excited about all of the ways we will be able to join you in the work you are already doing. Soon enough we will discover new paths God has prepared for us together. But for now, I am thankful for your hospitality to us and for the wonderful ministry and vision you have for your future. You are on a journey to more faithful discipleship. We are looking forward to joining you on the journey. May Christ guide us in all we do together. In Christ,Tony

June 14, 2015

Sunday SChOOl at 10:00 amTHE CHILDREN’S CLASSES Kindergarten - 2nd Grd.: Carolyn Gambill 3rd - 5th Grd.: Margaret Gosden

THE FRIENDSHIP CLASS Study: God is not Fooled Teacher: Becky Britton

THE JOY CLASS Study: Revival Teacher: Anne Wilson

THE NATHAN PATTERSON/WESLEY CLASS Study: Matthew Ch. 17 Teacher: Bobby Smith

THE NEW SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS Study: You Can Get Bitter or Better! Teacher: Leslie Morris/Melonie Phillips

THE “NO NAME” CLASS Study: God is Just Not Fair - Ch. 2 Teacher: Ron Sawyer

THE QUESTORS CLASS Study: Noah Built His Ark in the Sunshine Teacher: Class

THE SEEKERS CLASS Study: Family: Drawing the Circle Wide Teacher: Class

THE YOUNG ADULT CLASS Study: The Gospel of Mark Teacher: Scott Hagan

thOSe WhO Serve Sunday, June 14, 2015

9:00 AM Worship Service: Greeter: Barbara Stubbs Ushers: Randy Morris Acolyte: Usher Children’s Church: Anne Wilson11:00 AM Worship Service: Greeter: Lillian Wooldridge Usher: Steve Whittington Acolyte: Emma Knight Children’s Church: Janet Cheraisi Nursery Volunteer: Vicky GriffinFinancial Secretary: Shawn JandreauTurn Key: John Daniel

Our SteWardShipJune 7, 2015

Tithes & Offering: $4,757.00Received To Date: $147,124.75 NEW BUILDING/MAINTENANCEReceived This Week: $0

ATTENDANCESunday School: 62 Worship: 9:00 AM 45 11:00 AM 56 Total 101

What’S happeningGrowing Christians UMW Meeting - No meeting for June or July. Our next meeting is Tuesday, August 18, at 6:30 PM, at the church.Wacky Wednesdays - begins on June 17, at 5:30 PM, at the church, for a light supper and then we will walk to Mrs. Ann Smith’s house, 4809 St. Francis Ave., to go swimming. Wear your bathing suit and bring a towel. Parents pick up your children at the church by 8 PM. Contact Dawn Wilson with questions via email or call the church office. Then, we will meet every Wednesday in June and July, except for July 1. Father’s Day Breakfast - Sunday, June 21, at 8 AM, in the Fellowship Hall. Please sign up on the Information Board in the foyer.Reachers UMW Meeting - Tuesday, June 30, at 7 PM, in the Questors classroom.2015 Flower Calendar - is on the Library door to purchase Sanctuary flowers in honor or memory of someone. Each Sunday arrangement is $50. Available dates are July 19 & 26; August 16; September 13, 20, 27.Wireless internet - Log on to the server Epworthchurch; Password - jesusyall.Office Closed - Friday, July 3, in observance of Independance Day.

thank yOuI would like to thank my Epworth family for the thoughts and prayers during my recent surgeries. This reminds me that prayer is so powerful! I am indeed thankful! Regina BridgesmemOrialS& hOnOrariaGiven to the Memorial Endowment Fund in

memory of Eloise Jones by the HIS UMW Group.Given to the Choir in honor of Bob Lee by

Susan & Buddy Dunn.

yOuthYouth Bible Study - Join us on Wednesday, June 17, at noon, in the Youth Room. We will not meet on June 24.The Epworth Youth Group - is leaving on Saturday, June 20, on their summer mission trip to Dallas, Texas. Father’s Day Insert - See the enclosed insert to honor the special men in your life. The cost is $3 for each name listed in honor or in memory. Place it in the offering plate by Sunday, June 14. Mark the envelope “Father’s Day”.

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Our church is partnered with the Pastoral Institute to offer our people counseling at deep discounts and priority scheduling. This service is such a help to families and individuals. Call the church for more information or give our church name when scheduling an appointment at (706-649-6500). The Pastoral Institute is located at 2022-15th Ave., Columbus. Hours are Monday - Thursday, 8 AM - 9 PM, Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM.

miSSiOnSJune Mission Focus - collecting items for UMCOR Health Kits. During VBS, the chil-dren will be contributing some of the items, but not all of them. Items NOT collected by the children will be hand towels (15”x25” to 17”x27”), one-gallon size zip lock bags and $1 for toothpaste. During the first half of July, various groups within the church will as-semble these kits. Last year, we assembled 100 Health Kits that were sent to UMCOR.Mission for Open Door Showering Program As you and your family travel this summer or anytime, please save the unopened toiletries from hotels and place them in the blue tub on top of the Mission Cart. The is a vital mission for Open Door. Feeding Our Neighbors at Rose Hill UMC Thursday, June 25, at 3:30 PM. If you would like to volunteer, see Barbara Stubbs. Monetary donations are always appreciated.A Taste of Epworth Cookbooks - are still available. Only $5 each. Pick up your copy(s) from the Whitehurst Welcome Center. They make great gifts for all occasions. All proceeds go toward missions.Clothing Our Neighbors at Rose Hill UMC - We are collecting summer men’s, women’s and children’s clothing - all sizes - for the Clothing Bank at Rose Hill UMC. Place items in the marked bin in the New Storage Room.Education & Campbell Labels - We continue to collect for Allen Elementary and Vashti Children’s Home. Place the labels in the appropriate box on the Mission Cart.Wynnton Neighborhood Network May Report - WNN served 1,310 bags of food to 343 families which included 291 children. We also helped 58 families with utility assistance, spending $2,769.68. Thank you to all who volunteer and donate!

epWOrth prayer liStChurch FamilyKristi Miller Blount King Gladys Plant Trudy Harris Vanessa DeSoto Aaron Jackson Thrower Family Ellen Pilgreen Leslie Morris Jack Osteen Jan Shackleford Diane Champagne Donny Davis Jane Sanders Keri McElvey Andrea CarbaughFred & Emilie Carswell Sara Rice J. T. Morgan Sibyl Wells Kittye Crocket Scott Dunn Linda Coleman Betty Sawyer Helen Batastini Hollis Revell Regina Bridges

Extended Church Family Steve & Carol Guilbeault Michael Taff David Olson Doyle Adams Annie L. Watts Ricky Clark Robbins Family Andrew WadeBobby Barrow Dr. Drew Williams Alverta Champagne Laurie Osteen Jayce Foster Preston Silvernail Joel Barrett Bill Hortmann Willie Ryles Judy Patterson Brian Tench Shirley Mann Cassie Prochaska Billy Hill Brea Grafal Holly McGuireDorothy Ogg Susan Simpson Billy Casey Bobbie Brown Linda Lee’s Family Marilyn Buck Danny Chidester Amanda Davenport Marian Young Tyrone Mims Stephanie Bryan Glen Horace Daniel Ralph & Sandy McGough Robert Nelson Bill & Pat Waldo Mike McAfee Homebound Asheville, NC - Susan Squiers Morningside - Alta Kimbrough Covenant Woods - Nelle Lloyd Summer’s Landing - Doris Toney, Cammie Van Over, Gardens at Calvary - Bob Nellums, Doris Sawyer, Bob Wait Linda Coleman Wesley Glen (Byron, GA) - Nancy HillerHolly Hills, FL - Bertha Carter

Due to changes in privacy laws, hospitals have restricted or eliminated a list of patients by church affiliation. Please help us minister to you effectively by calling the

church office at 706-322-6973 about yourself or a family member.Updating Prayer List: If anyone on the prayer list needs to be removed or added, pleasecall or email the church office or leave a note with updates. Thank you for your help.

epWOrth prayer liStChurch FamilyKristi Miller Blount King Gladys Plant Trudy Harris Vanessa DeSoto Aaron Jackson Thrower Family Ellen Pilgreen Leslie Morris Jack Osteen Jan Shackleford Diane Champagne Donny Davis Jane Sanders Keri McElvey Andrea CarbaughFred & Emilie Carswell Sara Rice J. T. Morgan Sibyl Wells Kittye Crocket Scott Dunn Linda Coleman Betty Sawyer Helen Batastini Hollis Revell Regina Bridges

Extended Church Family Steve & Carol Guilbeault Michael Taff David Olson Doyle Adams Annie L. Watts Ricky Clark Robbins Family Andrew WadeBobby Barrow Dr. Drew Williams Alverta Champagne Laurie Osteen Jayce Foster Preston Silvernail Joel Barrett Bill Hortmann Willie Ryles Judy Patterson Brian Tench Shirley Mann Cassie Prochaska Billy Hill Brea Grafal Holly McGuireDorothy Ogg Susan Simpson Billy Casey Bobbie Brown Linda Lee’s Family Marilyn Buck Danny Chidester Amanda Davenport Marian Young Tyrone Mims Stephanie Bryan Glen Horace Daniel Ralph & Sandy McGough Robert Nelson Bill & Pat Waldo Mike McAfee Homebound Asheville, NC - Susan Squiers Morningside - Alta Kimbrough Covenant Woods - Nelle Lloyd Summer’s Landing - Doris Toney, Cammie Van Over, Gardens at Calvary - Bob Nellums, Doris Sawyer, Bob Wait Linda Coleman Wesley Glen (Byron, GA) - Nancy HillerHolly Hills, FL - Bertha Carter

Due to changes in privacy laws, hospitals have restricted or eliminated a list of patients by church affiliation. Please help us minister to you effectively by calling the

church office at 706-322-6973 about yourself or a family member.Updating Prayer List: If anyone on the prayer list needs to be removed or added, pleasecall or email the church office or leave a note with updates. Thank you for your help.

tree of life memorial for epworth umC and hamp Stevens umC

given by the friendship Class in memory of Jean f. morriswhose generosity and caring spirit made this world a better place

You may remember a family member or friend, now deceased, on the lasting Tree of Life Memorial that will grace the entrance of our Sanctuary. Consider commemorating their life with a leaf placed on this handcrafted piece of art.

Memorials can be made for members of the Epworth United Methodist or Hamp Stevens United Methodist churches. Initiated by the Friendship Sunday School to honor Jean’s life, it is carried forward by Epworth’s Board of Trustees.

Complete the section below and return it with your gift made out to Epworth UMC. With limited space, we will only be able to include names on the leaf-no other messages. The minimum donation for an engraved leaf is $50. Donations go toward the Memorial Endowment Fund of Epworth, unless designated otherwise by the donor.

Name of Donor: _______________________________________Address: _______________________________________Phone Number: _______________________________________Email Address: _______________________________________Donation Amount: _______________________________________Names to be Engraved: 5 rows of up to approximately 12 characters on each row

SAMPLE

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Sebastian Williamson

Jim & JeanWilliamson& Family

Sebastian Williamson

Jim & JeanWilliamson& Family

tree of life memorial for epworth umC and hamp Stevens umC

given by the friendship Class in memory of Jean f. morriswhose generosity and caring spirit made this world a better place

You may remember a family member or friend, now deceased, on the lasting Tree of Life Memorial that will grace the entrance of our Sanctuary. Consider commemorating their life with a leaf placed on this handcrafted piece of art.

Memorials can be made for members of the Epworth United Methodist or Hamp Stevens United Methodist churches. Initiated by the Friendship Sunday School to honor Jean’s life, it is carried forward by Epworth’s Board of Trustees.

Complete the section below and return it with your gift made out to Epworth UMC. With limited space, we will only be able to include names on the leaf-no other messages. The minimum donation for an engraved leaf is $50. Donations go toward the Memorial Endowment Fund of Epworth, unless designated otherwise by the donor.

Name of Donor: _______________________________________Address: _______________________________________Phone Number: _______________________________________Email Address: _______________________________________Donation Amount: _______________________________________Names to be Engraved: 5 rows of up to approximately 12 characters on each row

SAMPLE

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Father’s Day

The Epworth Youth will sponsor an insert in the bulletin for Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21. The cost is $3 for each name listed in honor or in memory of fathers, grandfathers and other special men who have made a difference in our lives. If you would like to participate, fill out this form and turn it in to the church office or place it in the offering plate by Sunday, June 14. Mark the envelope “Father’s Day”. Proceeds will go toward youth activities.

In MeMory of: GIven By:

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________In Honor of: GIven By:

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Father’s Day

The Epworth Youth will sponsor an insert in the bulletin for Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21. The cost is $3 for each name listed in honor or in memory of fathers, grandfathers and other special men who have made a difference in our lives. If you would like to participate, fill out this form and turn it in to the church office or place it in the offering plate by Sunday, June 14. Mark the envelope “Father’s Day”. Proceeds will go toward youth activities.

In MeMory of: GIven By:

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________In Honor of: GIven By:

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