GRIFFIN FIRST
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
October 19, 2014
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Laity Sunday
Liturgical Color: Green
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is
the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. (I Thessalonians 5:16-18)
GRIFFIN FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Making disciples for Christ through vibrant worship, dynamic education, and joyful service.
1401 Maple Drive Griffin, GA 30224 770-228-3020
www.griffin-fumc.org
Morning Worship Celebration
October 19, 2014
8:45 & 11:00 AM
WE GATHER TO CELEBRATE AND GIVE THANKS
Children 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.
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11:00 Service only
Handbell Acclamation
Prelude
* The People Standing
Cantabile
Chancel Bells
J. Michael Dorough
J. Michael Dorough, organ
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Call to Worship
Lord, You Give the Great Commission
Jeffrey Rawthorn
Chancel Choir
Greeting
*Hymn
*Affirmation of Faith
Dr. Med Roach
When Morning Gilds the Skies
The Apostles’ Creed
Hymnal No. 185
Hymnal No. 881
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Lisa Webb, liturgist
*Gloria Patri
*We Greet One Another
Glory Be to the Father
Words of Welcome & Information
Hymnal No. 71
Dr. Med Roach
WE CELEBRATE WITH OUR CHILDREN
†
Children’s Moment
Mrs. Debby Stikes
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Children ages Pre-K, K, and 1st Grade are invited to go to Lighthouse Kids, located in Room 200 on the
second floor 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 GIVING
Morning Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer
*Hymn
Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
Dr. Med Roach
Hymnal No. 400
The Giving of the Tithe & Offering
Offertory
Meditation on HOUSTON
J. Michael Dorough
J. Michael Dorough, organ
*Doxology
Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow
Hymnal No. 95
WE CELEBRATE THROUGH HEARING
†
Anthem
Great and Glorious
Franz Joseph Haydn
Chancel Choir
Great and glorious is the Lord in majesty, glorious in power eternal, mighty and loving
Father; praise Him for his greatness, praise him for his exceeding greatness.
Great and glorious, mighty in awful majesty, let all extol him forevermore.
Praise ye the Lord, for it is good to sing praises unto our God.
God is nigh to all that call truly upon him; the Lord upholdeth all who fall and gently
upraiseth all who are bowed down.
*Scripture Lesson
Liturgist:
People:
Matthew 28:16-20
The word of God for the people of God.
Our thanks be to God.
Message
Stand and Be Counted
WE GO TO CELEBRATE THROUGH SERVICE
*Hymn
Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
*Benediction
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Choral Response
Go to the World!
Mr. Bill Stikes
Hymnal No. 384
Dr. Med Roach
J. Michael Dorough
Chancel Choir
Go to the world! Go as the ones I send, for I am with you till the age shall end,
when all the hosts of glory cry “Amen.” Alleluia!
Postlude
Fantasia on ENGELBERG
J. Michael Dorough
J. Michael Dorough, organ
OUR ORGANIST
Our thanks to organist/composer Mike Dorough for filling in for us this week while Richard Chewning is
away. A retired choral music teacher, Mike serves as an active choral adjudicator/clinician, and enjoys substituting regularly as a choirmaster and organist in churches in our region. Mike has one daughter and two
grandchildren, and resides in McDonough, Georgia with his wife, Lorraine.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OCTOBER 19, 2014
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TODAY
STEWARDSHIP
Worship Opportunities
Attendance (October 12, 2014)
Traditional Worship at 8:45 and 11:00 in the
Sanctuary
THE BRANCH Contemporary Worship
at 11:00 in the Fellowship Hall
Traditional 8:45
68
Traditional 11:00
189
The Branch 11:00
98
JAM Session
10
Worship total
365
Sunday School
205
Wednesday Night Supper
149
Christian Enrichment Center
549
Other Activities
484
Non-Worship
1,387
Grand Total
1,752
Ushers
8:45- Randy Dougherty
11:00-Doug Taylor, Zack Whatley, Estill
Vanhuss, Leonard Bolton, Camp Neel, Joe
Kurey
Acolytes
8:45 a.m.
Bryan Franklin
WALK AND ROLL
The 4th Annual Iris City Walk and Roll will
be Saturday, October 25, 2014. You can still
register and pick up your shirt today and at
this Wednesday’s supper. Pre-registration
guarantees you a long sleeve t-shirt. This year’s
supported Griffin charities are: Abundant
Life Soup Kitchen, Five Loaves and Two Fish
Food Pantry, Salvation Army Boys and Girls
Club, Stepping Stones and FUMC’s Amick
Fund. Come out and support this event.
Food and door prizes will be available for the
participants. The event schedule is:
7:00 am: Package pick up and late registration
8:00 am: The 10 and 26 mile bike rides begin
9:00 am: The Fun Walk and Children’s 3 mile
bike ride begin
11:00 am: Closing Ceremony
Financial
2014 Budget
Weekly Budget
Received October 12
Needed in 41 weeks
Received in 41 weeks
Requirements to date
$1,235,520
23,760
17,682
974,160
870,515
-103,645
SERVING MINISTRIES
Lighthouse Kids
Turner and Blair Burson
Help Ministry
October 20
October 21
October 22
October 23
October 24
Polly Flannigan
Maria Ybarra
Rosalyn Gilreath
Harriett Brock
Jo Yancy
MED-ITATION
[email protected]
In August of 1777, John Wesley wrote a letter
to a friend, Alex Mather, regarding the lay
ministry within the Methodist Church. Mather
and Wesley had been discussing the difference
between lay ministry and ordained ministry
in the Church. In the letter, John Wesley
expressed his opinion saying, “Give me one
hundred preachers who fear nothing but sin
and desire nothing but God, and I care not a
straw whether they be clergymen or laymen;
such alone will shake the gates of hell and set
up the kingdom of heaven on earth.”
Within the history of the Methodist movement
is the faithfulness of the laity, who work to
establish a church that is solid and very much
a part of the fabric of our United States of
America. As the movement spread throughout
the New Land, Wesley depended on the laity to
govern the church and to build a foundational
structure that still exists in today’s modern
United Methodist Church. He was so confident
in the ministry of the laity he only sent two
ordained clergy (Francis Asbury and Thomas
Coke) oversee the work of the laity. In the
governing structure of the United Methodist
church still today is the concept of a lay
ministry that requires a lay vote for every
clergy vote. This equal formula has worked
well in the church and has stood steadfast
throughout the history of the church.
This Sunday, October 19th, is our annual
celebration of lay ministry within the church.
This takes place every third Sunday of October
and lay preacher/speakers are usually invited
to speak and lead worship in the church. I have
always been grateful to God for the laity in
this great church who commit themselves to
serving God and “(setting) up the kingdom of
heaven on earth.”
We are very fortunate here at Griffin
FUMC to have a lay speaker in our church
who is not just a lay speaker, but who is a
representative of the North Georgia Annual
Conference at the General Conference of
the United Methodist Church. Bill Stikes is
one of 26 lay delegates from North Georgia
who represents our Conference and church
in a most marvelous way. I know him to be
very dedicated and committed lay minister/
speaker and church member. I also know Bill
to have a real love for the United Methodist
Church. I encourage all of you to share in your
support of the lay ministry of our church and
gather this Sunday in celebration for the work
and ministry of our great United Methodist
Church. I will be in church on Sunday. Bill
Stikes will be here and so too the Lord God
will be here. I pray YOU will be here?
Peace and grace,
Med
FLOWERS
The flowers on the altar are to the glory of
God and in loving memory of Sara and Dan
Boyd by Sally Boyd.
ROSE ON THE ALTAR
A rose on the altar is in honor of Nolan Shea
Vickers who was born on October 6, 2014.
He is the son of Travis and Noah (Giles)
Vickers of Sandy Springs, Georgia; maternal
grandparents are Margaret and Steve Andrews.
The contemporary worship service of Griffin First United Methodist Church
Growing Relationships with Christ
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Wesley Drive
Choir/Office
Christian Enrichment Center
(Gym)
Sanctuary
Education Building
(Nursery 1st floor)
(JAM & Lighthouse Kids 2nd floor)
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Maple Drive
Fellowship Hall
IN MEMORIAM
A gift has been given in memory of Joe Smith
to the Amick Fund.
A gift has been given in memory of May
Melton and Ralph Mitchell to the Amick
Fund.
Gifts have been given in memory of Mary
Grayson to the Amick Fund.
A gift has been given in memory of Bubba
Mabbett to the CEC.
A gift has been given in memory of Dee
Hunter, Bubba Mabbett and Jere Wells to the
Flower Fund.
Gifts have been given in memory of Mary
Grayson, Bubba Mabbett, May Melton, Dee
Hunter, and Nellie Rea Gordon to the Capital
Campaign.
Gifts have been given in memory of Bubba
Mabbett and May Melton to the Memorial
Fund.
IN HONOR
A gift has been given in honor of Randy Cloud
to the Branch Laundry Mission.
Gifts have been given in honor of Silas Melton
to the Program Budget.
YOUNG AT HEART
Young at Heart, our Seniors group, will meet
Tuesday, October 21. The meeting starts at 11
am. Come earlier to socialize. The program
will be Laura Watson, our Director of Youth
Ministry, sharing about her Kenya Missions
trip. The $75 deposit for the New Orleans
trip in April 2015 is due at this meeting. All
Seniors are invited to the meeting. Contact
the Church office by noon, Monday, October
20 to sign up to eat if not contacted by phone.
UNITED METHODIST
WOMEN
Leadership Needs
UMW, we need YOUR help.
We are looking for someone to fill the positions
of President, Vice President and Mission
Coordinator for Membership, Nurture,
Outreach and Communications. If you are
interested or know someone who would be
a good fit, please contact Angela Copley @
770-229-2331. (Perhaps two of you would be
interested in sharing an office.)
Training
We will be hosting the Griffin District
Leadership Training November 8th from
8:30am to (about) 11:30am. Please plan to
attend; we would like to have many of our
members in attendance. Each circle has been
given the tasks as follows: Faith - fresh fruit;
Genesis - homemade breakfast foods; Guild
- paper products; Joy - drinks; Love - small
individual yogurts, bagels, baked goods, and
volunteers.
Shopping Spree/Bake Sale
The following weekend, we’ll be hosting the
Shopping Spree and Bake Sale November 15th
from 9am to 2pm. We’ll need lots of wonderful
baked items and many volunteers to help. And
plan to do some shopping, too! Hope to see
you there!
PRESCHOOL
YOUTH
Debby Daniel-Bryant
[email protected]
Laura Watson
[email protected]
Coca-Cola Sale
Sunday Night
The annual Coca-Cola Sale is coming! Order
forms will be available on the table behind
the Sanctuary. Order your Coke products
and support the Preschool! Orders will be
taken between October 20 and November 14.
Delivery will be November 20-21.
Thank you for your support!
Youth is tonight @ 5:30-7:30p in the CEC.
Bring a friend and get ready for some fun!
Confirmation
Confirmation is tonight from 5:30-7:30p in the
CEC!
Senior High Ski Retreat
Our annual Sr. High Ski Retreat to
Winterplace, WV is this December 27-30th.
Cost for the trip is $290. Sign up at youth on
Sunday nights or contact Laura Watson.
Guatemala 2015
CHILDREN
Staci Boomer
[email protected]
The Guatemala mission team will have a quick
meeting today, October 19 at 4:30pm before
youth to go over our first fundraisers! Parents
are welcome to attend, but not required.
Jesus And Me (J.A.M.)
In J.A.M., for the last six weeks, we have been
teaching children that “God Speaks”. We
encourage each of you, big and small, young
and old, to take time to slow down and listen
to God speak to you. You must quiet yourself,
tune in to His voice, and then you will hear
what He is speaking to your heart.
Trunk-Or-Treat
Plan to join us for our annual Trunk-or-Treat
on Wednesday, October 29th following the
Wednesday night supper. We will decorate
our trunks, truck beds, motorcycles, etc. and
pass out treats to our children (toddlers-5th
graders) in the front circle of the church. There
will also be a photo spot, bounce houses, and
face painting. We look forward to seeing you
and your children there!
HOLY LAND TRIP
Israel…The trip to Israel will be February
24 – March 5, 2015. You can go to the
Educational Opportunities website to get
daily reports from current trips if you are
interested in the latest information. (http://
www.eo.travelwithus.com/holy-landupdates#eotours) We hope to have everyone
registered soon so we can begin to make plans
for our Holy Land pilgrimage. If you have any
questions, please contact Med Roach or Debby
Stikes.
CHRISTIAN
ENRICHMENT CENTER
Jennifer Vining
[email protected]
In Jesus’ name we play...
678-688-3858
Ongoing Activities
Bridge Club – 1:00 p.m. -2nd & 4th Wednesday
Group Personal Training (Advanced Level) –
9:00 a.m. Mon. & Wed.
Group Personal Training (Beginner Level) –
9:15 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday
Group Personal Training (Intermediate Level) –
5:30 p.m. Mon & 5:00 p.m. Wed
Guitar Lessons – 4:00 p.m. Mon & Wed
Keep on Movin’ Exercise –
9:00 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday
Pilates Classes –
9:00 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Tue. & Thurs.
9:00 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Thurs.
Scrapbook Club – 5:30 p.m.
last Friday of month
Spanish Conversation –10:00 a.m.Thursday
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) –
6:30 p.m. Thurs.
Weight Watchers – 6:30 p.m. Monday,
9:30 a.m. Tuesday
ZUMBA Exercise –
9:00 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday
7:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
ZUMBA Toning Class –
5:30 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday
WEEKLY OPPORTUNITIES
Be sure to check the EVENTS CALENDAR on the website for a complete listing of activities.
www.griffin-fumc.org
SUNDAY, October 19
Mark 14-16
8:45 a.m.
9:45 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
Traditional Worship Service (Sanctuary)
Sunday School for all ages
Traditional Worship Service (Sanctuary)
The Branch Contemporary Service
(Fellowship Hall)
Alpha (Reception Room)
MTP (CEC)
Confirmation Class (CEC)
Inspirational Book Study (Seekers)
MONDAY, October 20
Luke 1
8:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Pre-K and Kindergarten Classes
Preschool Classes
Silent Prayer (Parlor)
Daniel Plan (Fellowship Hall)
That the World May Know Study (Forum)
Walk and Roll Committee (Conf. Room)
Love Circle (Linda Stutes’ home)
TUESDAY, October 21
Luke 2-3
8:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Pre-K and Kindergarten Classes
Preschool Classes
Covenant Study (Conference Room)
Young at Heart (Fellowship Hall)
Covenant Study (Conference Room)
Yoga (Reception Room)
Church Council (Forum)
Chancel Bells (Omega)
WEDNESDAY, October 22
Luke 4-5
7:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
5:30 p.m.
5:45 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Men’s Breakfast Meeting (Griffith’s)
Pre-K and Kindergarten Classes
Preschool Classes
Jesus In the Gospels (Conference Room)
Celestial Chimers (Omega)
Wednesday Night Supper (Fellowship Hall)
Youngest Voices Choir (Light House Kids)
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Wesley and Cantate Choirs (Music Suites)
Disciple II (Seekers)
Gospel of John (Conference Room)
Short term study (Forum)
MTP High School Bible Study
(Courtney Savage’s)
Kids in Motion/Mid-Hi Motion (CEC)
Chancel Choir (Alpha)
THURSDAY, October 23
Luke 6-7
8:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
Pre-K and Kindergarten Classes
Preschool Classes
Christian Believer (Conference Room)
Wesley Group (Conference Room)
Girl Scouts (upstairs, Education Building)
FRIDAY, October 24
Luke 8-9
8:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
Pre-K and Kindergarten Classes
Preschool Classes
SATURDAY, October 25
Luke 10-11
7:00 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
Walk and Roll
(Courtyard ouside Fellowship Hall)
Alpha Super Saturday (CEC)
FROM THE KITCHEN
If you are on the permanent Wednesday Night
Supper list and you will not be at supper one
week, please call the church and let us know.
PEANUT BUTTER
Don’t forget your peanut butter contributions
for the local food pantry. Bins are located
throughout the church campus!
CHURCH STAFF
Office Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday-Thursday; 8:00 AM to Noon Friday
PHONE: 770-228-3020 FAX: 770-228-3069
www.griffin-fumc.org
www.thebranchgriffin.org
Med Roach (770-502-5297)
Senior Minister
Kevin Barnes (404-630-5906)
Associate Minister
Richard Lumpkin
Minister Emeritus
Stephen J. Mulder
Director of Music and Worship Arts
Debby Stikes (678-758-9159)
Director of Discipleship
Jennifer Vining
Director of the Christian Enrichment Center
Ken Bell
Operations Manager
Russ Samples
Maintenance Director
Laura Watson
Director of Youth Ministry
Staci Boomer
Director of Children’s Ministry
Lisa Rogers
Financial Secretary
Fay Cobb
Administrative Assistant
Jebby Votaw
Administrative Assistant
Denise Hayes
Church Hostess
Tom Vause
Assistant Director of the Christian Enrichment Center
Richard Chewning
Organist
Alicia Smith
Pianist
Debby Daniel-Bryant
Preschool Director
Lee Ann Carley
Preschool Financial Secretary
Nursery Staff:
Housekeeping Staff:
Sextons:
Our Missionaries:
Julie Stikes, Shawna Pippin-Ingham, Paige Samples
Marion Richards, John Berry
David Brock, Matthew Voight, Benjamin Parker,
Barrett Lavender, Ben Hobbs
Nick and Heidi Griffiths (Kenya)
Michael and Mildred Oye (Nigeria)
(Please tear off and drop in offering plate or call the church office by noon Tuesday)
Wednesday Night Supper
5:45 PM (Seniors at 5:30)
October 22, 2014
MENU: Spaghetti, salad, bread, dessert
Fellowship Hall
NAME________________________________________
Number of Adults ($4)____
Number of Children 4 yrs-6th Grade ($2)____ Under 4 (Free)_____
Nursery _____
Add 50 cents for each take-out plate. Check here to be on the permanent list: ___