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The mission of Keith Memorial United Methodist Church is to be a nurturing congregation, growing in faith and discipleship,

witnessing to God’s work in our lives and our world and reaching out to others in service and love for Jesus Christ.

Keith Church Playground/

June 26 - 30, 9 a.m. - Noon

Vacation bible school

Register today!

Holston Annual

C o n f e r e n c e

J u n e 11 - 14, 2 0 17

Find information about this year’s

Annual Conference, including a

complete worship schedule, listing

of special events and locations,

Book of Reports and more online

at AC.Holston.org.

Where did the Bible come from?

How should we interpret it?

What is the best way to describe its role in our theology?

The most popular book in the

world can also be one of the

most confusing. Christians of

good faith continue to be

divided over a number of

issues, but most often the

debate isn’t ultimately

about the issue itself, but about how we understand the nature

of scripture.

Based on Adam Hamilton’s book, Making Sense of the Bible is

our summer study on Wednesday nights, starting June 21

at 6 p.m. in Ensminger Hall.

You can sign up in the church office if you’d like to order a hard

copy of the book. For more information or any questions, email

Will at [email protected].

Join us for Summer Bible Study

mailto:[email protected]

For more information, or to get on a text-out or email list,

please call or text Harrison at 507-7492.

ministry Childrens

’

✶ If you are interested in teaching or assisting with children’s

Sunday School, let Pastor Dave know by calling 745-2612 or

emailing [email protected]. Our new summer series on

Heroes in the Bible begins this month.

✶ Join us for Hero Central VBS June 26—30. Register online

at www.keithumc.org or pick up a form in the church office!

► Tuesday, June 6, Noon: Lunch at Monterrey

► Tuesday, June 6, 7 p.m. - Saturday, June 10, 8 p.m.:

Youth Mission Trip to Columbia, S.C.

► Tuesday, June 13, Noon: Lunch at Yamato

► Father’s Day Bulletin Project: Youth volunteers are

needed through June 15 to complete this project!

► Wednesday, June 14, 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.:

Fall Creek Falls Hike

► Tuesday, June 20, Noon: Lunch at Cookout

► Wednesday, June 21, 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.:

Service Project for YMCA (food distribution)

► June 26 - 30, 8:45 a.m. - Noon: VBS Volunteers needed

► June 26 - 30, 8:45 a.m. - Noon: Youth Camp at TWC

► Tuesday, June 27, 12:30 p.m.: Lunch at Mexi-Wing

Visit YOUTH.KEITHUMC.ORG for more information and

a complete schedule of upcoming events!

Upcoming Youth Events

Keith Youth Feeling Down?

Our Stephen Ministry can help. Stephen Ministers

aren’t just there for “big” crises. They’re also

available for the little ones, because many times

the little things can really add up. So don’t wait

until you have a really big crisis; consider Stephen Ministry if

the little things have you feeling down.

If you are seeking someone who will listen and know you can

trust or know someone who is and would like more

information on our Stephen Ministry and the encouragement

we might provide to you or someone you know, please

contact Pastor Dave at [email protected] or 745-2612.

STEPHEN MINISTRY

Keith Memorial UMC seeks a part-time (20 hours/week) Director of Children’s Ministries to coordinate a dynamic and comprehensive children’s ministry program. Potential candidates should be enthusiastic, creative, and resourceful, with the ability to relate well with children from all backgrounds. Experience and a desire to partner with parents and volunteers to reach out to and engage children from infancy through fifth grade in the Christian faith and life of the church are required. Email [email protected] to request more information or a complete job description, and to submit a resume.

SEEKING: DIRECTOR OF

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

Entry forms for the annual Father’s Day Booklet,

a Keith Youth fundraiser, are due to the church

office no later than Monday, June 12.

Service Opportunities

►If you are looking for a rewarding project, Nourish One

Child has volunteer opportunities for you!

Sign up to pack the food bags for the children who receive

food as a part of the NOC ministry. This takes about an

hour on a Wednesday afternoon or evening.

Volunteers are also needed to serve as food delivery

drivers, which includes picking up carts of food bags from

the church and dropping them off at the school every

Thursday or Friday morning.

Here’s how to volunteer:

To pack bags, call Connie Vincent at (731) 697-8119 or

Carolyn Grimmett at (423) 745-7333, and to serve as a

delivery driver, call Myra Patterson at (423) 462-4677.

►The YMCA is looking for volunteers to help with their

summer feeding program: from packing food, to delivery

and supervision while the children eat at their delivery sites.

Keith Church is organizing volunteers to assist with these

needs the week of June 19 - 23. For specific times and

more information or to volunteer, contact Harrison Hart at

(423) 745-2612 or [email protected].

If you are interested in being a part of the

Shepherding Ministry by serving as a shepherd for

members of the Keith Church congregation, please

call the church office at 745 - 2612. This ministry

tends to the members of our congregation, or sheep,

through daily prayer and regular communication.

There will be a short meeting in August (date and time TBA)

to answer any questions you may have and to assign your

flock (four to five sheep).

SHEPHERDING MINISTRY



News Make plans to take part in these upcoming events ...

» UMW Executive Committee Meeting, June 13, 1 p.m.,

Conference Room

Join us at the monthly meeting of any of our five Circles:

Catherine Keith ........................ Second Monday, 10:30 a.m.

Dana Higgins ............................. Second Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.

Jewell ............................................... Second Monday, Noon

Susanna Wesley .......................... Second Tuesday, 10 a.m.

The Sisterhood ............................ Fourth Monday, 6:30 p.m.

) ( ______ THANK YOU

Thank you for coordinating the April 19, 2017, blood drive. We

were very pleased with the drive overall, and the willingness

of the donors to share this life saving gift.

The efforts of Keith Memorial United Methodist Church have

always been greatly appreciated and their support of the

community blood program will go a long way toward

replenishing blood supplies and ultimately saving lives.

We appreciate your efforts during this crucial time. You may

be interested to know that 35 units were collected at your

drive.

Again, thank you for your contribution and ongoing support of

this important community program. I look forward to working

with you again on an upcoming blood drive.

Sincerely,

Claudia Maples

Medic Regional Blood Center

Jack and I would like to thank our church family for all the

food and other kindness given to us during my recovery.

God Bless You All,

Jack & Ann Underdown

Be a part of these UMM activities and events ...

Men’s Prayer Breakfast, 8 a.m., Tuesday, June 27,

Shoney’s of Athens

Remote Area Medical Clinic, TBA, July 8 & 9, McMinn

County High School, more information coming soon

For more information, call Terry Ulm at 744-8120

UNITED METHODIST MEN

Memorials IN MEMORY OF …

Barbara Reinkens

Curtis & Michelle Crafton

Jon & Mary Estes

Paul & Barbara Ketron

Joe & Cindy Mishtal (KCA)

Rhonda, Pat & Cass Turner (Choir)

The names of

members and friends

listed made

contributions to the

fund specified in

memory of those

whose names are listed

in bold.

We invite you to fellowship with us during “Donut Church”

each Sunday morning beginning at 9:15 a.m. in the Activity

Center (gym). This is a great time to meet new people in

our church while enjoying a donut and coffee (or juice and

milk). Please remember that Donut Church is supported

through your generous donations, and $1 for coffee

and a donut is a great bargain!

INGRAM AND LUTTRELL RECEIVE

DANA HIGGINS SCHOLARSHIP Congratulations to Baylor Ingram and Anna

Luttrell, both 2017 graduates of McMinn

County High School, for receiving the Dana

Higgins Scholarship. The scholarship is given

each year to deserving high school seniors

who have been active members of Keith

Church in honor of the Higgins family. Ken

and Dana Higgins were life-long supporters of

continuing education, and members of the

Circle believe this is a way to keep their

memory alive. This year’s scholarship

recipients were announced Sunday, May 21,

which was Dana Higgins’ birthday, during a

combined service in The Gathering.

DID YOU KNOW? The United Methodist Church offers

multiple resources, including United

Methodist Now, a biweekly e-newsletter

for church members to highlight

examples of Christian living, share

inspirational messages, and focus on

what it means to be part of our

connection. Sign up online at

www.umc.org/what-we-believe/united-methodist-now-

inspiration-for-daily-living to receive this newsletter directly

in your inbox!

Stay up to date on all Keith News & Events by finding us here ...

423 -745 -2612 www.ke i thumc.org Ke i thUMC A B V

STEWARDSHIP “I will be loyal to the United Methodist Church and uphold it with

my prayers, my presence, my gifts, my service and my witness.”

With our Prayers: With our Presence: Sunday School: 72 - 108

Sanctuary Worship: 47 - 213

The Gathering: 183 (combined) - 133

Total Worship: 230 200 346

May 21 May 28 June 4 Please remember members of our community who

struggle with addiction of all types, as well as their

friends and family members.

June 11 June 18

Father’s Day June 25 July 2

Acolytes

8:30: Tony Hulslander

10:35: Jaylin Coffie

Sarah Thomas

8:30: Parker Willis

10:35: Michael Pledge

Cameron Zemer

8:30: Sarah Thomas

10:35: Preston Armstrong

Regan Warner

8:30: Wesley Graybeal

10:35: Combined Service

in The Gathering

2s, 3s & 4s

Nursery Dawne & Jordan Lay Stephanie Miller Barbara Brazer Lisa Whitlock

Children’s Church Michelle Crafton Kelley Zemer Brandi Armstrong Veliska Thomas

Greeters

The Gathering Lingerfelt Family

John & Marty

Boyd TBA Lisa Whitlock

8:30 a.m.

Ushers

Ben Wilson

Shirel Grimmett

Scott Bandy

Jim Dodson

Danny Fisher

Phil Fletcher

Dean Baggett

Bill Emendorfer

10:35 a.m.

Ushers

Hal Buttram

George Cinci

David Ray

Trey Sullins

Larry Rhodes

Curtis Crafton

Darrell Dumont

Carter Runyan

Bob Whaley

Doug Jones

Camm Garrett

Tom Hughes

Johnnie Carter

Combined Service

in The Gathering

Donut Church

June:

Young Adults with

Experience Class

July:

Horizons Class

August:

Adult Bible Class

September:

Wesley Class

UMW Gift Card

Sales

June:

Jewell

July:

Dana Higgins

August:

Susanna Wesley

September:

Catherine Keith

Altar Guild

June:

Lisa Mayfield

Katherine Fisher

July:

Sue Thompson

Faye Morris

August:

Martha Woods

Sherry Vinson

September:

Janette Amos

Cindy Fogleman

Pew Keepers June:

Helen Stephens

July:

Helen Stephens

August:

Susanna Wesley Circle

September:

Joy Rymer

With our Service:

With our Gifts: 2014 - 2016 YTD Average (April) 2017 YTD (April)

Receipts $237,517 $301,162

Expenses $236,798 $245,820

Church in the Park

Calendar of Events: June 2017

Monday, June 5

5:30 p.m. Vision Team Meeting, Conference Room

6:30 p.m. Church Council, Ensminger Hall

Tuesday, June 6

8 am. Yoga, Sunday School Room

10 a.m. KCA Parent’s Day Out

Noon Youth Lunch Bunch at Monterrey Mexican Restaurant

7 p.m. Youth leave for Columbia Mission Trip

7 p.m. Al-Anon

Wednesday, June 7

10 a.m. Book Club, Conference Room

Thursday, June 8

8 a.m. Yoga, Sunday School Room

10 a.m. KCA Parents Day Out

Friday, June 9

Noon Al-Anon

Saturday, June 10

8 p.m. Youth return from Columbia Mission Trip

Sunday, June 11

Annual Conference at Lake Junaluska

8:30 a.m. Sanctuary Worship Service

9:15 a.m. Donut Church

9:30 a.m. Sunday School


10:35 a.m. Modern Worship Service

Monday, June 12


10 a.m. Catherine Keith Circle

Noon Jewell Circle

6 p.m. Adult Fellowship, Ensminger Hall: Potluck

Tuesday, June 13




Noon Youth Lunch Bunch at Yamato

1 p.m. UMW Executive Meeting, Conference Room

6:30 p.m. Dana Higgins Circle

7 p.m. Al-Anon

Wednesday, June 14


9:30 a.m. Youth Fall Creek Falls Hike

Thursday, June 15



Friday, June 16

Noon Al-Anon

Sunday, June 18 - Father’s Day






Tuesday, June 20



Noon Youth Lunch Bunch at Cookout

7 p.m. Al-Anon

Wednesday, June 21

9:30 a.m. Youth Service Project: YMCA Food Distribution

4 p.m. Prayer Group

6 p.m. “Making Sense of the Bible” Study, Ensminger Hall

Thursday, June 22



Friday, June 23

Noon Al-Anon

Sunday, June 25






Monday, June 26

Holston Conference Youth Camp at TWU

9 a.m. Hero Central Vacation Bible School

6:30 p.m. Sisterhood Circle

Tuesday, June 27


8 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast, Shoney’s




Noon Youth Lunch Bunch at Mexi-Wing (downtown)

7 p.m. Al-Anon

Wednesday, June 28



4 p.m. Prayer Group


Thursday, June 29





News & Notes JOIN THE TRAVELING SENIORS ON UPCOMING TRIPS

The Traveling Seniors invite everyone age 50+ to join them

on their upcoming trip (details below). Sign up in the church

office. For more information, contact Cindy Mishtal at (423)

462-4924.

June 16, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Parrot Mountain & Gardens

in Pigeon Forge. Tickets are $18.95 or $14.95 for ages

65 and over.

DATE CHANGE FOR HOLY LAND TRIP

If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting the Holy Land, we’d love to

have you travel with us! Our 2018 pilgrimage to the Holy Land

has now been scheduled for a January 29 departure (please

make note of the change from the originally scheduled date).

The 10-day Holy Land Gold Standard tour ($2997) will be

from January 29 to February 7. The four-day optional

extension including Jordan and Petra ($1389) will return

February 11.

Contact Pastor Dave or visit www.sbsedu.org for more

information on the itinerary, the group we are traveling with

(The Society for Biblical Studies), and to register. Pastor

Dave has already submitted his registration.

Please share this information with others who may be

interested in traveling to the Holy Land with us. It will

immeasurably enrich your faith and the way you read and

study the Bible!

Friday, June 30



Noon Al-Anon

Sunday, July 2




10:35 a.m. Combined Worship Service, The Gathering

6 p.m. Youth at the Park

Tuesday, July 4

Church office closed in observance of Fourth of July holiday

Wednesday, July 5

10 a.m. Youth Hike/Swim—Ocoee Whitewater Center

4 p.m. Prayer Group


Thursday, July 6



Friday, July 7

Noon Al-Anon

Sunday, July 9






http://www.sbsedu.org

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