July 26, 2015 NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

It’s that time of year when families are coming home from vacations, and children and youth are going back to school in anticipation of a brand new start. Chancel and Chamber Choirs are two weeks from beginning rehearsals for Christmas at Oak Grove and the Orchestra and Wesley Ringers (handbells) begin almost immediately. Our church is anticipating moving into the fall season, and the Music Ministry is preparing to “hit the ground running” when school starts. It feels as though we just watched the Children’s Choirs sing that �nal concert, and the Youth Choir – didn’t they just get back from tour?

We have excellent choral and instrumental ensembles that encompass every family member. I encourage you to be part of the many wonderful worship experiences and programming opportunities which will be o�ered to you. Did you sing or play an instrument in college? Do your children sing in the choir and play in the band at school? Maybe no one in your family has been involved in music before but would like to be. We want and need your musical gifts. You can read about each ensemble if you go online: www.ogumc.org/ministries/music. Also, be on the lookout for the new Music Department Brochure which will have a listing of all dates and programs for the 2015-2016 calendar. To kick o� the season, here are some important dates:

Orchestra Sunday, August 16 Plays for worship: Rehearsal 7:30 a.m.)

Children’s Choirs Wednesday, August 19 First Rehearsal, 6:15 p.m. “Journey Around the World”

Youth Choir Sunday, August 23 “Listen With Your Heart,” 5 p.m.

Chancel & Chamber Choirs Saturday, August 29 Fall and Christmas Workshop

Wesley Ringers Sunday, August 30 First Rehearsal, 6:30 p.m.

Children’s Choirs Wednesday, December 9 Cool Yule Dinner, 5:15 p.m. Christmas Around the World, 6:30 p.m.

Christmas at Oak Grove Sunday, December 20 Two Programs – 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.

If you need more information regarding an ensemble please contact either Sandee Edmondson (sedmondson@ogumc.org) or Edgar Scruggs (escruggs@ogumc.org or 615-429-5433).

Music at Oak Grove: It never stops!

Music at Oak Grove: It never stops!

8:30 and 11 a.m. ORDER OF WORSHIPJuly 26, 2015 Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (In preparation for worship, please silence all cell phones.)

Gathering Music Jesus, My Lord, My God, My All arr. Robert J. Powell

Welcome Dr. Amy Morgan(Please complete and pass the red friendship pad at this time.)

*Hymn of Praise I’ll Praise My Maker While I’ve Breath UMH 60

*A�rmation of Faith UMH 888 Rev. Susan Allen Grady �is is the good news which we have received, in which we stand, and by which we are saved:

Christ died for our sins, was buried, was raised on the third day, and appeared �rst to the women, then to Peter and the Twelve, and then to many faithful witnesses. We believe Jesus is the Christ, the Anointed One of God, the �rstborn of all creation, the �rstborn from the dead, in whom all things hold together, in whom the fullness of God was pleased to dwell by the power of the Spirit. Christ is the head of the body, the church, and by the blood of the cross reconciles all things to God. Amen.

A Morning Prayer and �e Lord’s Prayer Rev. Allen Grady Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

Our Tithes & O�erings

8:30 Waltz in Ab Major Op. 69, No. 1 Frederic Chopin

11:00 How Can I Keep from Singing Joseph Martin Sarah Wiley, Soprano Sam Wiley, Tenor Bob Wiley, Baritone

*Doxology UMH 95 Praise God, from whom all blessings �ow; praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

*Hymn of Preparation Come, Christians, Join to Sing UMH 158 (At 11:00 children are invited to come forward during the singing of the hymn.)

8:30 and 11 a.m. ORDER OF WORSHIPJuly 26, 2015 Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (In preparation for worship, please silence all cell phones.)

Gathering Music Jesus, My Lord, My God, My All arr. Robert J. Powell

Welcome Dr. Amy Morgan(Please complete and pass the red friendship pad at this time.)

*Hymn of Praise I’ll Praise My Maker While I’ve Breath UMH 60

*A�rmation of Faith UMH 888 Rev. Susan Allen Grady �is is the good news which we have received, in which we stand, and by which we are saved:

Christ died for our sins, was buried, was raised on the third day, and appeared �rst to the women, then to Peter and the Twelve, and then to many faithful witnesses. We believe Jesus is the Christ, the Anointed One of God, the �rstborn of all creation, the �rstborn from the dead, in whom all things hold together, in whom the fullness of God was pleased to dwell by the power of the Spirit. Christ is the head of the body, the church, and by the blood of the cross reconciles all things to God. Amen.

A Morning Prayer and �e Lord’s Prayer Rev. Allen Grady Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

Our Tithes & O�erings

8:30 Waltz in Ab Major Op. 69, No. 1 Frederic Chopin

11:00 How Can I Keep from Singing Joseph Martin Sarah Wiley, Soprano Sam Wiley, Tenor Bob Wiley, Baritone

*Doxology UMH 95 Praise God, from whom all blessings �ow; praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

*Hymn of Preparation Come, Christians, Join to Sing UMH 158 (At 11:00 children are invited to come forward during the singing of the hymn.)

Children’s Time (11:00) Rev. Allen Grady (Following the Children’s Time, Pre-K, Kindergarten and First Graders

may leave for Children’s Church. Pick up in room 206.)

Anthem (8:30) How Can I Keep from Singing Joseph Martin Sarah Wiley, Soprano Sam Wiley, Tenor Bob Wiley, Baritone

(11:00) �e Lily of the Valley Lloyd Larson Chancel Choir

Scripture 1 �essalonians 2:1-12 Mr. Je� Peters

�e Word of God for the people of God. �anks be to God.

Sermon Destination: �essalonica Dr. Morgan Whom Are We Pleasing?

*Sending Hymn Ask Ye What Great �ing I Know UMH 163(�ose who wish to join the church are invited to come forward.)

*Benediction Dr. Morgan

*Postlude Allegro Johann Gottfried Walther

*Congregation stand as able.UMH: United Methodist Hymnal / TFWS: �e Faith We SingLarge print hymnals and bulletins and hearing assistance devices are available from an usher.

Disciple I9:30 – 11:30 a.m. MondaysLed by Zoe Hicks and Carrie Kroll

Disciple I x 26:30 – 8:30 p.m. WednesdaysLed by Leslie McBee

Disciple III6:30 – 8:30 p.m. TuesdaysLed by Mark Byrne

6:30 – 8:30 p.m. WednesdaysLed by Steve Mobley and Bill Rose

Disciple IV9:30 – 11:30 a.m. MondaysLed by Stephanie Byrne

9:30 – 11:30 a.m. WednesdaysLed by Angela Scha�ner

Disciple Bible Study is an in-depth, small group study of God’s Word for your life. Classes meet weekly from mid-August

through May. Student manuals cost $35 each. Classes begin the week of August 16.

Bible Study Small GroupsForming Now!

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�e �owers on the altar are given to the glory of God and in honor of �e Rev. Eddie Jo Jarrett's 80th birthday,

today, July 26, by her Family.

Wed., July 29, 7 p.m.

With the pastors of oak grove

OAK GROVE NEWS

Table Talk is a great way to get to know Oak Grove folks and one of our pastors better. Amity and Derik Farrar will host the next Table Talk at their home 2442 Glenn Oaks Court, Atlanta, GA 30345. Dr. Amy Morgan will be the host pastor. Come ready to enjoy an evening of conversation and great fellowship! RSVP by Monday, July 27 at noon in the church o�ce (sedmondson@ogumc.org or 404-636-7558).

Covenant Groups are small groups of 8-10 people who meet in homes through-out the school year for study, discipleship, and fellowship. Groups are comprised of either women, men, couples, or mixed groups and will meet at varying times

covenantgroupsWill Start Back in August

Camp Glisson

Sept. 11-13Rising 4th and 5th Graders are invited to an awesome fall retreat at Camp Glisson in Dahlonega, GA from September 11–13. �e theme of the weekend is “Walk In It” and will be led by the North Georgia Conference Children’s Ministry Connection. We will be housed in the Village cabins, eat family-style in the new dining hall, worship together, enjoy lots of outdoor activities, meet, pray and play with children and adults from other congrega-tions across the conference. Online registra-tion begins August 2 and the deadline is August 17. Cost: $125. A few scholarships are available. For more information contact the Children’s Ministry O�ce: (smitchell@ogumc.org or 404-636-7558 ext. 218). Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “�is is the way; walk in it.”

Disciple I34 lessons covering the entire Bible (Old and New Testaments) and the Biblical story from creation to the New Jerusalem

9:30 – 11:30 a.m. MondaysLed by Zoe Hicks and Carrie Kroll

Disciple I x 2Will meet every other week over the course of 2 school years.

6:30 – 8:30 p.m. WednesdaysLed by Leslie McBee

Disciple III32 lessons examining the Old Testament Prophets, and the Letters of Paul, and the connection between memory and identity as the people of God

6:30 – 8:30 p.m. TuesdaysLed by Mark Byrne

6:30 – 8:30 p.m. WednesdaysLed by Steve Mobley and Bill Rose

Disciple IV32 lessons on the Old Testament, letters in the New Testament, and Revelation. We encourage participants to �nd shelter, security, and rest in God’s love.

9:30 – 11:30 a.m. MondaysLed by Stephanie Byrne

9:30 – 11:30 a.m. WednesdaysLed by Angela Scha�ner

Disciple Bible Study is an in-depth, small group study of God’s Word for your life. Classes meet weekly from mid-August through May. Student manuals cost $35

each. Classes begin the week of August 16.

Bible Study Small Groups Forming Now!

July 26, 2015

throughout the week. For questions, contact Rev. Susan Allen Grady (sallengrady@ogumc.org).

�is year Oak Grove is o�ering Christian Believer. �is 30-lesson study focuses on Christian teaching, helping participants to learn through use of video presentations, readings in ancient and modern Christian thought, symbols, and music. Just like Disciple Bible Study, daily readings and small group discussion are the heart of this study. Student materials cost $40 each. Class begins August 20.

Disciple and Christian Believer class size is limited to 14 participants. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow deeply in your spiritual life and your study of the Bible. Registration is open through Monday, August 10. To register, go to www.ogumc.org or contact Sandee Edmondson in the church o�ce: sedmondson@ogumc.org or 404-636-7558.

6:30 – 8:30 p.m.�ursdays Led by Curt Lindquist

CHRISTIAN BELIEVER

Rising 4th and 5th Graders are invited to an awesome fall retreat at Camp Glisson in Dahlonega, GA from September 11–13. �e theme of the weekend is “Walk In It” and will be led by the North Georgia Conference Children’s Ministry Connection. We will be housed in the Village cabins, eat family-style in the new dining hall, worship together, enjoy lots of outdoor activities, meet, pray and play with children and adults from other congrega-tions across the conference. Online registra-tion begins August 2 and the deadline is August 17. Cost: $125. A few scholarships are available. For more information contact the Children’s Ministry O�ce: (smitchell@ogumc.org or 404-636-7558 ext. 218). Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “�is is the way; walk in it.”

It is almost time for our summer mission event! We have had a great response so far but still need more participants to help us reach our goal. Go to www.ogumc.org to register for a two-hour shift (the 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. shift needs the most additional work-ers) and to make your donation. Each $25 donation feeds more than 100 children. You can also donate by making your check payable to Oak Grove UMC with “Feed My Starving Children” on the memo line. Childcare is available by reservation for children under 5.

IN HONOROak Grove Memorials

IN MEMORYTO THE ANDREW ETHRIDGE SCHOLARSHIP FUND IN MEMORY OF Andrew Ethridge by Jim & Irene Valley Chad & Robin Merrill Nancy Seymour

TO THE BUILDING FUND IN MEMORY OF Sam Howard by Jim & Irene Valley Mary Morgan by Lee & Linda Holloway

TO THE LIBERIA CHILDREN’S SCHOOL IN MEMORY OF Betty Gates (Sharon Spears’ mother) by Chad & Robin Merrill James & Gay Dilz

TO THE MEMORIAL FUND IN MEMORY OF Mary Morgan by Julia Gray Mary Saunders (Nancy Landers’ mother) by Your “Tonies” Eva Marie & Bill Watson by Ann Hardy

TO THE MISSIONS FUND IN MEMORY OF Leonard Auton by Jim & Irene Valley

TO THE ACOLYTE FUND IN HONOR OF Angela McDaniel by Ray & Jane Bush

TO THE LIBERIAN CHILDREN’S SCHOOL IN HONOR OF Smoky & Zoe Hicks’ 50th wedding anniversary by Barry & Judi Shur

Chuck WareLunch Bunch

Featuring the Georgia Voice for Seniors

TuesdayAugust 4, 201511:30 a.m. Fellowship HallOak Grove UMCCharles “Chuck” Ware, 85, is a familiar face at the Georgia Capitol during the legislative session. He has lobbied for senior programs more than 20 years. He was honored as the “Distinguished Older Georgian Award” by the Georgia Council on Aging during Senior Week at the Capitol, 2015.Lunch Bunch reservations ($8) are required in advance and can be made in the church o�ce or in an Oak Grove UMC Sunday

Other Outstanding Senior Adults will also be introduced.

School Class. We kindly ask that you honor your reservation. For information, call Mary Lou Gilbert (770-301-0828). Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall.

Called Charge Conference – July 27, 2015 �e Conference will begin at 7 p.m. in the church parlor to approve the �nal building and �nancing plans.

Dinner Time atHagar’s House: Aug. 16-22

Looking for a way to serve others? How about providing a meal at Hagar's House shelter? �e Serving Ministry invites classes, groups, and individuals to volunteer to provide dinner to the residents of Hagar's House shelter during the week of August 16-22. Hurry! Slots will �ll up quickly. For more information or to reserve a night, please contact Jay Hu�nes (404-636-1066 or jayhu�nes@comcast.net).

Together we can feed hungry children!

Together we can feed hungry children!

Our Presence July 8, 2015Communion Chapel 27

�ere are many options available for giving to our church ministries in addition to mailing in your check or placing it in the o�ering plate on Sundays. Here are several options available:

• Online – through our website using PayPal. You do not need a PayPal account to donate. Simply click the donate button and follow the instructions. Credit and debit cards are accepted. • ACH – Complete a form with your checking account information, and deductions are made through SunTrust bank on the 5th and/or 20th of each month. You decide which date is convenient for you. �e form is available from the �nance o�ce.• Bank check – Set up a bank check to be sent from your bank to the church. • Stock donations – Stock can be transferred from your brokerage account into our SunTrust investment account. �e shares are sold, and the proceeds are transferred to the church.• Mutual funds – �ese can be transferred into our SunTrust investment account. �e church also has a Vanguard account that can be used if you have a Vanguard account. �e shares are sold, and the proceeds are transferred to the church. • Wills/Trust – Make Oak Grove United Methodist Church the bene�ciary of your estate.• Life insurance – Make Oak Grove United Methodist Church the bene�ciary of your policy.

Please contact Pam Reynolds (preynolds@ogumc.org), Finance Director, for account information and instructions or by calling the church o�ce (404-636-7558).

Alternate Ways to Give

THIS WEEK’S ACTIVITIES PLEASE PRAY FOR

7/19/15Our O�erings Received to date Needed to date $1,291,643.77 $1,350,167.38Over/Under ($58,523.61)

DEEP ROOTS BUILDING CAMPAIGN RESULTSPledged to date: $6,339,979.59Given to date: $2,764,556.75

*************************************Record of Our Faithfulness

Our Presence July 19, 2015Church School 4008:30 Service 1019:35 Service 7711:00 Service 439Total Worship this Week 644

Hospitals…Emory – Phil Bene�eldEmory Spine and Orthopedic – George Nash

New to Care Facilities…Golden Living – Louise DelkFor a complete list of persons in care facilities, please contact the church o�ce.

Continued Prayers... Fred Andrieni, Betty Baccus, Beth Bene�eld, Marshall Cartmill, Jennifer Casabonne, Michelle Decker, Judy Gervais, Jim Golden, Louise Guy, Charlie Hamilton, Lee Holloway, Betty Hudson, Matt Hudson, Marjorie Lawler, Betty Lester, Lou McCreary, Dick Muth, Cindy Mynatt, Jeannine Nash, Jim Panter, Nancy Rood, Clarice �ompson, Carolyn Tomlinson (hospice), Je� Waits, Rob White, Nancy Woodall

Our Homebound Members... For a complete listing of homebound members, please contact the church o�ce.

Serving in Our Armed Forces... Captain George Parks Bunch, LT Alexander Cody, Petty O�cer Steven Jones, Sgt. Joshua Portwood, Col. Janet Seufert

Oak Grove O�ce Hours 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. M–F

Sunday, July 26, 2015

6:00pm Youth Renew Clubhouse

Monday, July 27, 2015

10:00am Bridge Rm 114

7:00pm Charge Conference Meeting Parlor

Tuesday, July 28, 2015

11:30am Smart Lunch Smart Kid Fellowship Hall

6:30pm Grief Sharing Group Rm 219

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

11:30am Smart Lunch Smart Kid Fellowship Hall

5:00pm Chapel Communion Service Parlor

6:30pm Boy Scout Troop 77 Meeting Away

7:00pm Table Talk with Dr. Amy Morgan Away

7:00pm Choir Rehearsal Choir Rm 201

�ursday, July 30, 2015

1:00pm Mobile Soup Kitchen Prep Fellowship Hall

8:00pm 9.35 Band Rehearsal Fellowship Hall

Friday, July 31, 2015

10:30am Go Forth Class Playdate YCS Playground

11:30am Mobile Soup Kitchen Delivery Away

Saturday, August 1, 2015

8:00am Feed My Starving Children Mobile Pack F/H

Each Wednesday evening a Communion service takes place in the Parlor at 5 p.m. �is 30-minute service includes music, scripture reading, a short sermon, and Holy Communion. �is service continues throughout the summer and all year long. Reservations are required for nursery care. Contact Tricia Fazio (tfazio@ogumc.org) by Monday prior to the Wednesday you will need nursery care during Wednesday Communion.

Year-Round WednesdayCommunion

Openings at theChristian School

�e Christian School has several openings for the full day Pre-K classes in August. Children must be 4 years old by Sept. 1, 2015. Contact Nancy Brooks (nbrooks@ogumc.org) for more information.

CHRI

STIAN SCHOOLJanuary Honduras

Mission Trip

Our 2015 mission trip to the mainland of Honduras was such a success that we are going back again January 23-30, 2016. Now is the time to begin praying about being a part of this team, and saving money for the journey. �e mainland team works alongside local residents to complete light construction projects and o�er a Vacation Bible School experience for children. �e cost for the trip will be $1900, but those who have sky miles may be able to cut their cost signi�cantly by buying tickets with sky miles. An informa-tional session about this trip will be held on August 16 at 12 p.m. in room 217. Contact Amy Morgan (amorgan@ogumc.org) for more information about the trip or to sign up to participate.

July 22, 2015 Churches Express Support for Arson Victims In the days following the tragic shooting at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, S.C., several fires broke out at predominantly black churches across the South. As of this date, three of those fires have been confirmed arson, and the FBI is investigating the incidents as potential hate crimes. In our country’s history, many black churches have been burned. Though church burnings are less common today, they happen with more frequency than most people realize. The complicity of silence of the white church during the rash of terrorism against African American churches in the 1960s will forever remain a blight on the white church’s witness for social justice. As clergy in predominantly white United Methodist Churches we feel it is important to speak out against violence targeting our brothers and sisters in African American churches. We condemn all racist acts against predominantly black churches and name specifically the burning of churches as heinous crimes and intolerable acts of inhumanity. The black church has stood at the center of the fight for civil rights in our country, and we express gratitude for the collective ministry and witness of the black churches, especially in the South where their very existence is threatened physically and politically. We stand in solidarity with all victims of violence. We extend prayers and support to members of Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church and the churches victimized by arson. We feel powerless and frustrated by the situation. By its nature, terrorism strikes in unpredictable ways and places. We affirm the words of Cornell Williams Brooks, President of the NAACP, who said that the events require our collective attention and cautioned that we cannot turn a blind eye to any incident. We add our voice of faith to the calls for careful investigation, wise care and caution to protect innocent lives, and faithful generosity to help restore the buildings that have been harmed. We will receive offerings in our churches through August, the proceeds of which will be given through the North Georgia Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church to be divided among the churches victimized by arson. We invite and encourage other churches to stand with black churches and join in advocating against violence, calling for thorough investigation by the law enforcement, and working toward restoration of the churches. Rev. Bill Britt Dr. Glenn Ethridge Rev. Alice Rogers Sr. Pastor Sr. Pastor Sr. Pastor Peachtree Road Oak Grove Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church United Methodist Church United Methodist Church billb@prumc.org gethridge@ogumc.org alicer@glennumc.org This statement is made jointly by these three pastors. For more information you may contact any of the pastors directly.

Today’s Worship Servants

Sound: (8:30) Billie Williams

O�ering Counters: Jerry Cooley, John Long, Wallace Moreman, Jim Mynatt

Ushers: Louis Barksdale, David Bell, Bill Berg, Jones Brewer, Mike Brooks, Barry Cox, Saxon Dasher, Judd Davis, Jack Ginn, Nic Ginn, Sonny McCoy, John McMillen, Hugh Means, Jonathan Merrill, Bob Pratt, Tim Ramsey, Bill Rembert, Michael Smith, Clayton Webster, Barbara Woolard, Hank WoolardAltar Guild: Marilyn Counts, Regina Haynes, Mary Sydney McAllister

Children’s Church: Susan Malemezian, Brad Malemezian

Church O�ce 404-636-7558O�ce Hours 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. M–FEmergency Contact After Hours ext. 9Dr. Glenn Ethridge – Senior Pastor ext. 211Rev. Susan Allen Grady – Associate Pastor ext. 212

Dr. Amy Morgan – Pastor of Nurture and Service ext. 210Rev. Mary Lou Gilbert – Pastor to Senior Adults

Director of Administration – Dale Smith ext. 225Children’s Ministry – Kim Cody ext. 218Oak Grove Christian School 404-636-5476YCS (Young Children’s School) 404-636-7951

8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary 9:35 a.m. Sunday School Various 9:35 a.m. Contemporary Worship Fellowship Hall11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary

OUR WORSHIP TIMES

OUR CHURCH INFORMATION

Music Ministry – Ed Scruggs ext. 226Organist – Leanne Herrmann Youth Ministry – Caroline Paris ext. 203Dir. of Contemporary Worship – Atticus Hicks ext. 208

Saturday, August 1