GRIFFIN FIRSTUNITED METHODIST CHURCH

September 23, 2012Seventeenth Sunday aft er Pentecost

Liturgical Color: Green

How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord Almighty! My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord. (Psalm 84:1-2a)

GRIFFIN FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCHMaking disciples for Christ through vibrant worship, dynamic education, and joyful service.

1401 Maple Drive Griffi n, GA 30224 770-228-3020www.griffi n-fumc.org

Morning Worship CelebrationSeptember 23, 2012 8:45 & 11:00 AM

WE GATHER TO CELEBRATEChildren under three years are invited to the Nursery in the center of the Education Building. Please turn off all pagers, cell phones and similar devices while in the Sanctuary.Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available through our ushers.During the Prelude, you are encouraged to prepare your hearts to meet the living God in worship.

† 11:00 Service only * Th e People Standing

Prelude All Nature Sings! Arr. Lani Smith Dr. Richard Chewning, organ

†Call to Worship Clap Your Hands Yorba Folk Song, arr. ScheerChancel Choir

*Hymn When Morning Gilds the Skies No. 185*Affi rmation of Faith I Timothy 2:5-6; 1:15; 3:16 No. 889

Sirena Conway, liturgistTh ere is one Godand there is one mediator, Christ Jesus, who came as a ransom for all,to whom we testify.Th is saying is sureand worthy of full acceptance:Th at Jesus Christ came into the world to save sinners,and was manifested in the fl esh,vindicated in the Spirit,seen by angels,proclaimed among the nations,believed in throughout the world,taken up in glory.Great indeed is the mystery of the gospel. Amen.

*Gloria Patri Glory Be to the Father No. 71*We Greet One AnotherSpecial Music Sing and Celebrate Joseph Martin

Cantate Choir

Words of Welcome & Information Rev. Kevin Lobello

WE CELEBRATE WITH OUR CHILDRENChildren’s Moment Rev. Kevin Lobello†Children ages 3 through 1st grade are invited to go to Lighthouse Kids, located in Room 200 on the second fl oor of the Education Building. Students 2nd thru 5th grade can go to Room 205, also upstairs in the Education Building for JAM Session. Parents may pick up their children in these rooms immediately following the service.

WE CELEBRATE THROUGH PRAYER AND GIVINGMorning Prayer and Lord’s Prayer Rev. Kevin Lobello*Hymn Th is is My Father’s World No. 144Th e Giving of the Tithe & Off ering Off ertory Th e Gift to be Simple Arr. Dale Wood

Dr. Richard Chewning, organ

*Doxology Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow No. 95

WE CELEBRATE THROUGH HEARING †Anthem You Alone Are God Mary McDonald

Chancel ChoirYou alone are holy; You alone are God.You alone are worthy to receive our praise.

You alone are God; You alone are Lord.You alone are Holy Lord of all.

You alone are Righteous; You alone are Pure.You alone are worthy of our praise.You alone are Honor, glorifi ed forever.You are Lord, you’re my strength and I will praise you!You are Lord of heaven; You are Lord of earth.Lord of all creation, You are the Holy Word.

Scripture Lesson Mark 9:30-37Sermon An Embarrassing Question Rev. Kevin LobelloWE GO TO CELEBRATE THROUGH SERVICE*Hymn I Am Th ine, O Lord No. 419*Benediction* † Choral Response May the Love of the Lord Maria Ling Poh

Chancel Choir

*Postlude Summertime Gershwin, arr. Tambling

SERVING MINISTRIESLighthouse Kids:Todd and January Dender

Help Ministry:September 24 Katie Flanagan September 25 Mavis Johnson September 26 Rosalyn GilreathSeptember 27 Harriett Brock September 28 Jo Yancey

STEWARDSHIPAttendance (Sept. 16, 2012)Traditional 8:45 87Traditional 11:00 247Th e Branch 11:00 117 Worship total 451Sunday School 295Christian Enrichment Center 512Wednesday Night Supper 172Other Activities 281 Non-Worship 1,260 Grand Total 1,711FinancialBudget $1,202,777Weekly Budget 23,130Received September 16 33,924 Needed in 38 weeks 878,940Received in 38 weeks 864,023Requirements to date -14,917

IN MEMORIAM...A gift has been given in memory of Hubert Flanagan and Mary Helen Jennette to the Flanagan Missions Fund.

ANNOUNCEMENTS SEPTEMBER 23, 2012

TODAYWorship OpportunitiesTraditional Worship at 8:45 and 11:00 in the SanctuaryTHE BRANCH Contemporary Worship at 11:00 in the Fellowship Hall

Ushers8:45- Fred Karam11:00- Doug Taylor, Zack Whatley, George Watson, Bryan Clanton, Leonard Bolton, Camp Neel, Estill Vanhuss

IN HONORA gift has been given in honor of Sara Boyd to the Flower Fund.

REMEMBER IN PRAYERDon Duke (husband of Julia)

MEMORIAMZackie BoenDied September 12, 2012Member since 2007

IN SYMPATHY AND LOVE…to the family of Zackie Boen who died on September 12, 2012.

INSTRUMENTS OF PEACEI am sure everyone is painfully aware that we are in the midst of a political season. Although I have my own opinions about the way things ought to go, I respect people greatly who view things diff erently from me. I have come to appreciate the fact that usually we are smarter as a whole than any one individual. I pray this will be true for our near future. One thing I do know, it does not please God when we speak hateful words toward one another. God assures us that He loves all his children and His most basic call is that we love and respect one another. Th e conventions that were held a few weeks ago oft en spoke in demeaning tones about the other party. For me, one bright spot was the benediction given at the conclusion of one of the conventions (it doesn’t matter which one). Here is a shortened version of the prayer. I think we should all pray in the spirit of this prayer as we prepare to choose new leaders for our nation.Give us, oh Lord, humility to listen to our sisters and brothers across the political spectrum, because your kingdom is not divided into Red States and Blue States. Equip us with moral imagination to have real discourse. Knit us, oh God, as one country even as we wrestle over the complexity of how we ought to live and govern. Give us gratitude for our right to dissent and disagree. For we know that we are bound up in one another and have been given the tremendous opportunity to extend humanity and grace when others voice their deeply held convictions even when they diff er from our own.And give us wisdom, God, to discover honest solutions for we know it will take all of us to care for the widow and the orphan, the sick and the lonely, the downtrodden and the unemployed, the prisoner and the homeless, the stranger and the enemy, the thirsty and the powerless. God, I thank you for the saving grace of Jesus and

NEW MEMBERWe extend a warm Christian welcome to Keith Clark who joined our membership at the 11:00 service on September 16, 2012.

for the saints who have humbly gone before us. I thank you for the words of St. Francis of Assisi. As we enter this election season, I pray St. Francis’ words for us all.

Lord, make us instruments of your peace. Where there is hatred, let us sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy.Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console; to be understood as to understand; to be loved as to love. For it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.

Amen indeed. See you in church,

Kevin Lobello

FLOWERSTh e fl owers on the altar are to the glory of God and in loving memory of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Cody by John, Kay, Cody, Megan and Molly Harris.

September 23, 2012Growing Relationships with Christ

Christian Enrichment Center(gym)

Education Building(nursery 1st floor)

Sanctuary

Fellowship Hall

Office/Choir

Wesley Drive

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Chapel

Praise & Worship“Power In The Blood”

“The Way”

Sermon Notes

“Forgive Again”

Communion

Ongoing ProgramsArt Group – 10:00 a.m. Th ursdayBrain Injury Support Grp. – 7:00 p.m. 1st TuesBridge Club – 1:00 p.m. -2nd & 4th WednesdayCardio and Weight Training Class – 10:-00 a.m. Mondays and WednesdaysGospel Body Exercise Class – 5:00 p.m. Mon. & 8:00 a.m. Fri. (Free) Guitar Lessons – 4:00 p.m. Mon. & Wed.Keep on Movin’ Exercise – 9:00 a.m. Tuesday and Th ursday Pilates Classes – 9:00 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Tuesday 9:00 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Th ursday Scrapbook Club – 5:30 p.m. last FridaysSpanish Lessons –Resumes October 18 on Th ursdays at10:00 a.m.TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – 6:30 p.m. Th urs. NEW! Total Body Fitness – 10:15 a.m. Tuesday & Th ursdayTriple Play Fitness (Strength, Cardio, and Core) – 10:00 a.m. Fridays Weight Watchers – 9:30 a.m. TuesdayYoga- 9:00 a.m. Monday and Friday (Free)ZUMBA Exercise – 9:15 a.m. Mon,Wed., Fri. 6:30 p.m. Monday 4:45 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday & Th ursday

CHRISTIAN ENRICHMENT CENTER In Jesus’ name we play... 678-688-3858 Jennifer Vining, Director

Hours of OperationMonday 8am – 9pmTuesday 8am – 9pmWednesday 8am – 6pmTh ursday 8am – 9pmFriday 8am – 3pmSaturdays Closed to public. Open for rentals, events, sports leagues only

CoachesImpact Basketball and Cheerleading Season are just around the corner. We are in need of volunteer coaches! If you are interested in ministering to the children in our church and community through the sport of basketball and cheerleading, please let us know!

Annual Coffee House NightJoin us aft er dinner on October 19th from 7pm - ? for live entertainment, board games, coff ee and dessert, and great fellowship! Entertainment Line-up for the evening coming soon! Bring your own music for open mic night/karaoke starting at 9pm! Donations from the evening will be used to purchase new equipment in our Weight Room!

NEW! Playdates for Preschoolers Looking for fun, educational programs and social interaction for your toddler age 2-4? At our upcoming session on September 25th from 11am-12pm, we will learn all about the letter ‘A’. It is apple season! We will read books about apples, perform an apple craft , and eat yummy apples! Cost is $15 per adult/child team. Discounts available for additional children. Call 678-688-3858 to reserve your spot today! Playdate led by Jaime Williams, soon-to-be mother of 3 and blogger/creator of ‘Frogs and Snails and Puppy Dog Tails’ Parenting Blog site.

CHILDRENMission DayPlease register with Staci Boomer for this Saturday’s (September 29th) Children’s Mission Day. Th e time is 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. We will have games, craft s, snacks and special guests: the Griffi th family. We need to know if you are attending. Ages 3 years thru 5th grade are welcome to attend. See or contact Staci Boomer to reserve your spot at this fun day!

YOUTHSunday meetingMillTowne Project will continue it’s Journey Th rough the Word this Sunday from 5:30-7:30pm in the CEC! Come out for some food, games, good discussion and worship!Coming EventsRegistration is open for these events. Contact Kevin Barnes for more details (Kevin.Barnes@griffi n-fumc.org)Oct. 8 – 10 – Mid High Retreat at Camp Lee in Alabama, $95.Oct. 27 – Five Loaves Two Fish Food Pantry in Griffi n, 9a – 12pDec. 5 – Operation Christmas Child Distribution Center in Duluth. Working from 6 – 10p.Dec. 27 – 30 – Sr High Ski Retreat in West Virginia, $250.

UMWSave the DateTh e United Methodist Women’s Shopping Spree and Bazaar will be Saturday, November 17th. Th e UMW is looking for vendors. If you are intrested, please contact Meredith Schroeter at 770-468-6126 or email her at griffi numw@bellsouth.net.

MUSIC AND WORSHIP ARTS MINISTRYComing EventsMark your calendars for these events!Oct. 7 World Communion SundayOct 18 Griffi n Choral Arts Concert 7:30p, Second Baptist ($10)Nov. 4 All Saints and Consecration SundayNov. 15 Laurie Eurick, Artist Reception 7:00p Welcome Center GalleryNov17 Emil Altschuler, Violin GFUMC Music Ministry event 7:00p, Sanctuary (Free)Nov. 18 Yana Reznik, Piano Griffi n Area Concert Assoc. 2:30p, Sanctuary ($20)Dec. 6 Christmas with GCA 7:30p, Griffi n 1st Baptist ($10)Dec. 12 Advent Dinner (provided by Staff -Clergy) and Lessons and Carols (7:00p) Dec. 16 Chancel Choir Cantata Sunday 8:45/11:00 Traditional ServicesDec. 24 Christmas Eve Candlelight and Communion Services 5:00 and 7:00p

ADVENT CELEBRATIONWe will be having our fi rst Ladies Advent Celebration of the evening of Th ursday, November 29th. Th is will be a very special night so save the date in your busy Christmas schedule.

CHRISTIAN ENRICHMENT CENTERJennifer Vining, Director 678-688-3858Sewing Machine NeededIf you have a sewing machine in working condition that you are not using, we are in NEED of donations for our new and upcoming ‘Sew Happy’ Sewing Classes! If you have a machine that you are not quite ready to part with and wouldn’t mind the center borrowing for a couple of weeks, please let us know!

NEW! ‘Sew Happy’ Sewing ClassesWe are so excited to off er sewing classes out of the CEC! Th is new class will meet on Monday evenings from 6:30-8:30pm for three weeks: October 22, 29 / November 5. Class is for adults ages 16 and up. Cost is $45 (this cost breaks down to $7.50 per hour for invaluable information/life skills taught by sewing professionals! What a steal!). Keep watching the bulletin for additional information and supply list. Classes taught by famous duo, Sirena Conway and Julie Stikes! Class size is limited to 8 participants.

SAT Preparatory Classes Classes will be off ered at the center in preparation for the December 1st SAT test date. Verbal = Monday evenings from 6-7:30pm running September 17, 24 / October 1, (class will not meet October 8 – school system break), 15. Cost is $80 per person. Registration Deadline = September 10th. Led by Gena Brown. Math = Tuesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm running October 23, 30 / November 6, 13. Cost is $120 per person. Registration Deadline = October 16th. Led by Caralie Hart. Class is limited to 15 participants per class.

PRESCHOOLCoca-Cola FundraiserTh irsty? Th e Preschool is selling cases of Coca-Cola products from now until October 22nd so you can stock up with Coke, Vitamin Water, Minute Maid Juice, etc. Order forms are available in the hallway near the church offi ces. Payment is due with the orders. Delivery will be the week of November 5th. Contact the Preschool offi ce at 770-228-0166 if you have any questions or to turn in an order. Th ank you for your support!

CollectionsRemember to turn in the Box Tops, Labels for Education tabs, and Piggly Wiggly Green Receipts.

Did you know...Did you know that there are 95 Standards in Kindergarten to cover, and we will get through all of them by the end of school. Phew!

SPANISH CLASS RESUMESTh e Th ursday morning Spanish class will begin October 18! Th e class is designed for those who have been taking the Spanish class AND for those who took Spanish in school but think they’ve forgotten it all! (Trust us, you haven’t forgotten it all!) Th e class will meet in the CEC at 10:00 a.m. If you are interested in attending, please call the CEC and leave a message.

FOOD PANTRY NEEDSTh e Five Loaves and Two Fish Food Pantry in addition to our peanut butter is in need of toiletries. Th ank you.

SUNDAY, September 23Amos 6-9; Obadiah 18:45 a.m. Traditional Worship Service (Sanctuary)9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Service (Sanctuary)11:00 a.m. Th e Branch Contemporary Service (Fellowship Hall)2:00 p.m. Truth Be Told Practice (Fellowship Hall)3:30 p.m. Stephen Ministry (SMT Room)4:00 p.m. Nominations Committee (Conf. Room)4:30 p.m. Disciple IV (Seekers)5:30 p.m. MYF (CEC)6:00 p.m. “Th e Promise of Hope” Book Study (Seekers)

MONDAY, September 24Jonah 1-4 8:30 a.m. Kindergarten and Pre-K Classes9:00 a.m. Preschool Classes 11:00 a.m. Silent Prayer Group (Parlor)7:00 p.m. Finance Committee (Forum)

TUESDAY, September 25Micah 1-78:30 a.m. Kindergarten and Pre-K Classes9:00 a.m. Preschool Classes10:00 a.m. Ladies Bible Study (Conference Room)6:00 p.m. Disciple III (Seekers)6:00 p.m. Yoga (Reception Room)

WEDNESDAY, September 26Nahum 1-3; Habakkuk 1-3 6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast Bible Study (Griffi ths)8:30 a.m. Kindergarten and Pre-K Classes 9:00 a.m. Preschool Classes9:00 a.m. Disciple III (Conference Room)4:00 p.m. Disciple II (Seekers)4:45 p.m. DOTS (K-2nd grade -upstairs Ed.

WEEKLY OPPORTUNITIESBe sure to check the EVENTS CALENDAR on the website for a complete listing of activities.

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Building)4:45 p.m. FRIENDS (3-5 grade-upstairs Ed. Building)5:30 p.m. Celestial Chimers (Omega)5:45 p.m. Wednesday Night Supper (Fellowship Hall)6:30 p.m. Chancel Bells (Omega)6:30 p.m. Wesley Choir- Grades 3-5, (Music Suite, Alpha)6:30 p.m. Cantate Choir-Grades K-2 (Ed. Building, 5th Grade class)6:30 p.m. Youngest Voices- Ages 3-4 (Ed. Building, New Wesleyan class)6:30 p.m. Study on Romans (Seekers)6:30 p.m. “A Disciple’s Path” Study (Fourm)6:30 p.m. Mid- High Bible Study (7th/8th gr. Classroom)7:00 p.m. High School Bible Study (Youth Room)7:00 p.m. SPR Committee (Fourm)7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir (Alpha)

THURSDAY, September 27Zephaniah 1-3; Haggai 1-28:30 a.m. Kindergarten and Pre-K Classes 9:00 a.m. Preschool Classes10:00 a.m. Disciple IV (Conference Room)

FRIDAY, September 28Zechariah 1-78:30 a.m. Kindergarten and Pre-K Classes 9:00 a.m. Preschool Classes

SATURDAY, September 29Zechariah 8-149:00 a.m. Children’s District Mission Day (Fellowship Hall)

Kevin Lobello (678-231-9888) Senior MinisterKevin Barnes (404-630-5906) Associate MinisterRichard Lumpkin Minister EmeritusStephen J. Mulder Director of Music and Worship ArtsDebby Stikes Director of DiscipleshipJennifer Vining Director of the Christian Enrichment CenterKen Bell Director of FacilitiesStaci Boomer Director of Children’s MinistryLaura Watson Youth Ministry AssistantLisa Rogers Financial SecretaryFay Cobb Administrative AssistantJanet Smith Administrative AssistantDenise Hayes Church HostessTom Vause Assistant Director of the Christian Enrichment CenterRichard Chewning OrganistAlicia Smith PianistDebby Daniel-Bryant Preschool DirectorLee Ann Carley Preschool Financial SecretaryNursery Staff : Billie Pippin-Ingham, Shawna Pippin-Ingham, Julie Stikes, Lisa Burden, Rebekah King Housekeeping Staff : Marion Richards, John Berry, Russ Samples, Sandy Bell Sextons: David Brock, William Th omas, Jon Eady, Ben Eady, Jared Henson, Barrett LavenderOur Missionaries: Nick and Heidi Griffi th (Kenya), Mike Oye (Nigeria)

CHURCH STAFFOffi ce Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday-Th ursday; 8:00 AM to Noon Friday

PHONE: 770-228-3020 FAX: 770-228-3069www.griffi n-fumc.org www.thebranchgriffi n.org

(Please tear off and drop in off ering plate or call the church offi ce by noon Tuesday)

Wednesday Night Supper5:45 PM (Seniors at 5:30) September 26, 2012 Fellowship HallMENU: Roasted Pork OR Chef ’s Salad (see below) NAME________________________________________ Number of Adults Regular Entree ($4)____ Number of Adults Chef ’s Salad ($4)____Number of Children 4 yrs-6th Grade ($2)____ Under 4 (Free)_____ Nursery _____Add 50 cents for each take-out plate. Chef ’s Salads MUST be preordered.Check here to be on the PERMANENT LIST ______