May 2018

FOREST HILLS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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1217 Forest Hill Road • Macon, GA 31210 • 478.477.1161 • www.foresthillsmacon.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

The month of May in the youth ministry means one thing, and one thing only: Graduations.

There have been years when I’ve attended half a dozen or more different graduation ceremonies as May unfolded. As I watch our students receive their diplomas, the beginning of the end...well...begins.

Even before their receipt of the diplomas, these students have already selected the college

they will attend in the fall. Deposits have been paid. Roommates have been arranged. In some cases even the first semester’s classes have been registered. Their lives apart from Forest Hills are already underway.

But Forest Hills will always be home. No matter how far they roam (and one of them is going as far as Texas), no matter how long they’re gone, the congregation and ministries of this church have loved these students in such a way that this place and its people will always feel like home; like family.

Be sure to congratulate these students and their parents when you see them next! Wish them well and tell them you hope to see them during holidays and breaks. Their tenure as students in this church is coming to a close this month, but their status as family will never fade.

May 1 *Men’s Ministry Supper 6:30 p.m., Room 125

May 8 *Goodtimers Pizza Party

& Bible Trivia 6:00 p.m., Ministry Center

May 9 *Community Cafe

State of the Church FREE Dinner 5:30-6:30 p.m., Ministry Center

May 20 One Step Worship

6:00 p.m., Ridge Campus

May 22 Voting Precinct

Forest Hills & Ridge Campus

May 27 Come to the Garden

6:00 p.m., Garden Room

* Registration Required at www.foresthillsmacon.com

Anthony AllmondJordan Bowie

Eli CarterAsia Laconico

Payton PolandEmily Pollock

Jake RicksWill Saxton

Cedric SumnerRebecca Thompson

Sarah Jane ThompsonAndy Wanamaker

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BILLY GRAHAM’S RESPONSE TO CONCERNS ABOUT NEW MUSIC IN THE CHURCHby Cannon A. McClain“I know this has been a controversial issue in many churches, and I don’t pretend to have all the answers, especially since I’m not particularly musical! But we have a singing faith, and God has given us the gift of music to praise him. The Psalmist declared, “With

singing lips my mouth will praise you” (Psalm 63:5). ...Remember: the old hymns you like were once new, and someone probably didn’t like them either! Sometimes, I’m afraid, a hymn can become so familiar to us that we sing it without even thinking about the words. But this is wrong, because then our singing becomes empty and meaningless. Don’t let this happen to you, but meditate on the words of the songs you sing, and even turn them into a prayer.”

In an effort to accommodate our growing Sunday School Classes at 11:00AM, it has become necessary to plant new roots in new locations beginning Sunday, April 29. We are inviting everyone to get connected and join us in growing closer to God in one of our available small groups.

Below is a description of the available classes that meet at 11:00AM and their new locations. Come see what all the fun is about and take that next step to grow with us!

THE GRATEFUL HEARTS CLASS // Room: 97Time: 11:00AM // Leader: Robin HeatonAges: 18+This class is committed to studying the specifics of the Bible and putting them into action in our lives. While we don’t all live out our faith in the same ways, we are willing to listen to and grow from each other through thought-provoking discussions of Scripture. Class members bring a breadth of knowledge and experience and represent various ages and stages of life. Currently the average age range is our class is 31 to 81, but we are open to all adults. Our emphasis is studying the Bible — we are in “school” to learn the Word — but our class members also engage in service to our community both as a group and individually.

THE FAITH CLASS // Room: 98 Time: 11:00AM // Leaders: Lyle & Linda Brooks Ages: 45+

This class discusses small group topics in a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. This group shares and prays together.

11:00 AM SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES are playing musical chairs

AND THEY ARE SAVING YOU A SEAT!

THE FOUNDATIONS CLASS // Room: 99 Time: 11:00AM // Leader: Brandon Tolle Ages: 18+

This class seeks to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus by discussing the weekly sermon, studying the Bible in-depth through various mediums; such as, Bible book studies, book devotions, DVD lesson series, and praying for one another. Foundations class members engage in fellowship opportunities throughout the year and participate in community outreach and volunteer activities. Our class has become a true Wesleyan small group by cultivating meaningful relationships with each other through providing a circle of support and friendship, while honestly examining our own walk with God.

THE CHEERS CLASS // Room: Garden Room Time: 11:00AM // Leader: Various Ages: 30+

This class uses free flowing conversation-based studies featuring books from Rob Bell, Dietrich Bonhoeffer and other Christian writers. Join our small group to explore faith, family and a meaningful relationship with God. Cheers is involved in outreach ministry serving the community. Group members enjoy fellowship opportunities like group outings and meals to build stronger relationships and share their faith journey. Cheers features people from various walks of life who enjoy thought provoking studies, fellowship and service.

Senior High Sunday School Class will now be meeting in Room 125 at 11:00AM. They have agreed to help us by relocating in an effort to help promote our safe sanctuaries policy. With these new changes in meeting locations all of the adults that meet at 11:00AM will be located outside of the Nursery, Children’s and Young Adult Wing of the Church.

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DAD JOKESWhat rhymes with orange? No it doesn’t.

When does a joke become a dad joke? When the punch line becomes apparent.

How does Darth Vader like his toast? On the dark side.

Who was the roundest knight at King Arthur’s round table? Sir Cumference.

Submit your favorite dad jokes for next month's newsletter to jessitimmerman@foresthillsmacon.com.

MAY 6Barbara Ricks

Carolyn HurleySherie Moses

Jill ColeJill Thompson

MAY 13Gail Mendez

Melanie BentleyBrenda Lambert

Stephanie MartinekKay Hefner

MAY 20Marnai BooseAndy Martin

Diana HullingsBrandi Groebner

Kalyn ShreveLaura Heacox

MAY 27Brian Utley

Andy WilsonGinny DopsonAndy Martin

Rennata Wilson

KIDS MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS

::: UPCOMING EVENTS :::

ingredients:1 can navy beans1 can black beans1 can kidney beans1 lb chicken cut into chunks

1 small onion diced1 jar sofrito (8oz)Add Garlic powder and cayenne pepper to taste.

Crockpot White Bean Chicken-Chili

directions: Add all ingredients in, including raw chicken and juice from cans. Heat on low for 6hrs or high for 4hrs. Serve with chips, sour cream, cheese

KIDS SUMMER RETREAT June 25th-27th, 2018 // Wesley Gardens in Savannah, GA // 3rd-5th Graders

SAVE THE DATE: EVENING VBS Sunday, July 22nd - Thursday, July 26th // 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. // 4K-5th Grade

Choosing to be truthful in whatever you say and do.

Memory Verse: “Anyone who lives without blame walks safely. But anyone who takes a crooked path will get caught.”

Proverbs 10:9

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN KIDS CHURCH:This month’s virtue: HONESTY

PRESCHOOL TIDE POOLJUNE 4-6 // 8:30AM - 12:30PMChildren who are Nursery age - 4K are invited to Preschool Tide Pool, a Bible Camp adventure specifically designed for our younger kids. We’ll play games, do science experiments, make crafts, eat lunch, make music, learn Bible stories and have LOTS OF FUN! Kids will play to their hearts content and be ready for nap time when they leave! Register using this QR code or online at foresthillsmacon.com/children under upcoming events.

serves: 6 easily

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Committee Meetings:• Trustees - 2nd Monday,

6:30PM, Conf. Rm.• Staff Parish - 2nd Thursday,

6PM, Conf. Rm.• Finance - 3rd Tuesday,

6:30PM, Conf. Rm.

Women’s Ministry:• Ruth Circle: 1st Monday,

2:30PM (call church for location)

• Martha Circle - 2nd Thursday, 10AM, Rm. 97

• Esther Circle – 2nd Thursday, 7:30PM, Bride’s Rm

• Joyce Pyles Bible Study - Tuesdays, 4PM, Bride’s Rm

Men’s Ministry:• Prayer Breakfast - Every

Tuesday, 7AM, Min. Ctr.• Men’s Supper - 1st Tuesday,

6:30PM, Rm. 125

Children:• Kids Connect (3K-5TH Grade)

Every Wednesday, 5-6PM, Kids Hall

Youth:• Jr. High - Every Sunday,

4PM, Min. Ctr.• Sr. High - Every Sunday,

5:30PM, Min. Ctr.• 17:11 (Jr. & Sr. High) - Every

Wednesday, 6PM, Youth Rm.

Older Adult: • Singing Saints - Every

Tuesday, 11AM, Music Suite• Game Day - Every Tuesday,

12PM, Min. Ctr.• Older Adult Council

May 16th, 3:00PM

JUST A REMINDER

MEMORIALS AND HONORARIUMSForest Hills UMC receives many donations given in memory or in honor of loved ones. Acknowledgment of Forest Hills’s gratitude is sent to each person who makes a donation. A letter of recognition identifying who gave a donation is also sent to the person or the family of the person who was honored/remembered. Here is a list of all who have been honored and remembered through a donation to FHUMC this past month:

In Memory Of:Barbara Head

In Honor Of:Jill Thompson

GOOD TIMERS NEWSPIZZA PARTY AND BIBLE TRIVIA NIGHT Tuesday, May 8th at 6:00 pm // Cost: $8.00

Menu: Pizza, salad, dessert // Come out for a fun night of food and some stiff competition as we play Bible trivia at our tables. The winning table will walk away with the spoils so be prepared! Sign up at our table in the main hallway.

A FRIENDLY REMINDER FOR USING CHURCH TABLECLOTHS By Charlene McAleer

If you or your group chooses to use tablecloths in the ministry center closet, please do the following:

1. Check with Sondra in the church office to be sure they are available on your date.

2. Let her know the number of tablecloths you expect to use.

3. At the end of your event, place ONLY the tablecloths in the WHITE Tablecloth hamper in the kitchen.

4. CALL Joy Hall from the UMW to let her know dirty tablecloths need to be picked up and laundered. Failing to do this results in finding stains and mildew on our lovely new tablecloths when they are discovered later. You may even let her know in advance of the event if you prefer. 478-474-9807 (her number is posted on the top of the hamper).

Please do not place dirty towels or other items in the tablecloth hamper. There is a separate GREEN hamper for those items. Thank you for helping us maintain a service to all.

With Mother’s Day being on the second Sunday in May, we are adjusting our schedule a little this month. We invite you to join us for our One Step service on a special THIRD SUNDAY this month on SUNDAY, MAY 20 AT 6:00 PM at our Ridge Campus. We will have great music, preaching, and as always…snacks! Come casual for a great night of worship and fellowship.

One Step...WORSHIP SERVICE

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GREETERSMAY 6

9:45 AM - Narthex Bob & Linda Brown

9:45 AM - Canopy Tom & Ann Adkisson

9:45 AM - Ministry Center Margaret Ann Hunt &

Marianne Johnson

9:45 AM - Ministry Center Back Door Linda Brooks

11:00 AM - Canopy - Carole Newberry

11:00 AM - Narthex Barbara Coon & Frances Daniell

MAY 139:45 AM - Narthex

Trice & Juanita Burger

9:45 AM - Canopy - Rob Gibson

9:45 AM - Ministry Center Carolyn Hurley & Sara Johnson

9:45 AM - Ministry Center Back Door Ann Crawford

11:00 AM - Canopy Pete & Judy Peterman

11:00 AM - Narthex Sheri Allen & Keith Hollingsworth

MAY 209:45 AM - Narthex

Carolyn Scarborough

9:45 AM - Canopy Dot & Randy Rowland

9:45 AM - Ministry Center Brenda Lambert & Stephanie Martinek

9:45 AM - Ministry Center Back Door Judy Whitley

11:00 AM - Canopy Joe & Melanie Parsons

11:00 AM - Narthex Linda Clark & Crawford Lovett

MAY 279:45 AM - Narthex - Gloria Shumate

9:45 AM - Canopy Joe & Becky Middlebrooks

9:45 AM - Ministry Center Ned Newman

9:45 AM - Ministry Center Back Door Barbara Ricks

11:00 AM - Canopy - Cathy Hanson

11:00 AM - Narthex - Sue Hummel

PRAYER CONCERNSAsbury Stembridge, Sr., Tina Singleton, Eloise McCullough, Shirley Pritchett, Dorothy Pickett, Dillon Lewis, Duane Yates, Betty Farr, Betty Wooley, and Kate & Danny Rockwell and Family.

Those serving in the military: Payton Smith (Army), Matt Parrish (Army), Chris Allen, Chris Belvin, Sgt. Daniel Brennan, Jeffrey Dyson, Rob Hunt, Justin Layman, Matthew Nylund, 1st Lt. Jamie Peacock, Kelley Sanders, SSgt. Stephanie Wammock, Bryan Caldon (Navy), Capt. Hunter Curl (Air Force), Zachary Dickson (Army), and Col. Frank Stanco.

Names will be removed after four weeks.

VOTING PRECINCTAs a service to our community, our facilities will be used as a voting precinct on the following dates:

May 22, 2018 (Forest Hills & Ridge Campus Narthex)July 24, 2018 (Forest Hills Narthex)

MEN’S MINISTRY SUPPEROur next supper will be Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in room 125. All men are invited for a night of fellowship with the men of Forest Hills. The meal is free but donations are welcome. Please RSVP at www.foresthillsmacon.com/adults and go to the Men’s Ministry page, or by calling the church office.

COME TO THE GARDENBy Carolyn Hurley

Our garden group meets in the Garden Room this month on MAY 27 AT 6:00 P.M. to share ideas, a brief devotion, snacks and plenty of laughter as we look at what to do in a southern garden during the month of June. Whether you are a pro in the garden, or have always wanted to learn a few beginner’s tips about gardening, we would love to have you join us.

A HUGE THANK YOU Special thanks goes out to Sheri Allen and her entire team of volunteers who have made our Community Cafe experiences this year so wonderful. There is always someone with a smile to take your money, serve you yummy food, beverage and dessert. After you leave, there is always someone to clean up too. Without all these faithful volunteers, we would have to do the dishes! In all sincerity, Forest Hills offers our gratitude to God for the gifts and sharing of our Community Cafe team. You are simply the best.

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For the Month of March 2018: Monthly Budget ......................................$91,211.15March Revenue .......................................$74,942.28March Expenses ..................................... $76,156.212018 YTD Surplus/(Deficit) .................... ($32,029.67)Feb & March Apportionments paid ....... $18,370.822018 Apportionments paid .......................$27,556.23

2020 Debt Elimination:Original Bldg Loan Amount .............. $1,834,899.90Monthly Bldg Loan Payment (4/1/18) ...... $5,500.00Bldg Loan Balance (4/1/18) .................... $84,952.46

FINANCIAL REPORT

MISSIONS OFFERINGby Sherie MosesMagnolia Manor is the focus of our May Missions offering. Magnolia Manor is a ministry of the United Methodist Church and serves older adults of all faiths as a Christian, nonprofit senior living organization throughout South Georgia. In Macon, Magnolia Manor provides both independent living apartments, supportive care, and an assisted living wing for older adults with a loving Christian environment and a caring staff, ensuring the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of residents and their families. Our local Magnolia Manor is on Pierce Ave. They depend on the concern and generosity of supporters to offer this quality environment for their residents.

AROUND THE CAMPFIREBy Chip Greene

The 50th anniversary celebration for Troop 170 was a huge success. We had about 135 people in attendance, including Eagle Scouts from as far back as 1970’s that were part of the troop and Eagle Scouts from as far back as the 1940’s and 1950’s that were later scoutmasters and assistant scoutmasters for Troop 170. We also had eight of the 18 scoutmasters in the history of the troop attend along with numerous assistant scoutmasters and troop committee chairmen.

The outdoor trip for the troop this month will be hiking at Brasstown Bald for our new scouts with the older scouts hiking a portion of the Appalachian trail in preparation for our summer trip to the Philmont High adventure base in Cimarron, New Mexico. The success of the troop continues to be the monthly camping and outdoor excursions, which the youth leadership plans every year. Thanks to FHUMC for their continued support as our charter organization.

BLESSINGS & CELEBRATIONS By Teresa Edwards

The month of May sweeps in bringing with it the sweetness of life. So many blessings and celebrations drop into our laps in these spring days: graduations, Mother’s Day, completion of a school year and the welcoming of summer. Truly our hearts exalt in all the gifts of life we see around us.

As people who are blessed, let us not take for granted God’s grace and bounty in our daily world. How often we turn to God in prayer when we find ourselves in trouble! How much more should we turn to God in prayer and blessing while soaking in the richness of this life we know!

So this month comes to us as a month of blessing, offered and received, from a Savior who loves us more deeply than we can imagine.

If you would like to honor God and give thanks for the blessings of your life, it would be such a gift for me to meet with you to share a conversation of thanking, praising and honoring the Lord whose love is truest blessing. Speaking our celebrations in prayer and holy conversation makes all of them even more real. As the old hymn says: “Count your blessings name them one by one, count your blessings see what God has done.”Feel free to contact me at 478-477-1161, ext. 105 to share in this time of intentional blessing and prayer. May God bless each of you with great joy and life these May days.

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Macon Outreach is collecting FRUIT CUPS OR CANNED FRUIT for those in need. If you are able to donate, please place your items in the Missions Cabinet at the

canopy entrance.

Sign up for Community Café by calling 478-477-1161 or using this QR code. Reservations MUST be made by Monday, May 7th at 12:00 PM. Tickets will be given to those who register. No ticket, no meal. No Carryouts Available.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 9THFROM 5:30-6:30 P.M.

Menu: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, and Chips

Back packministryby Brenda Lambert

Can you believe school will be out May 25??? We have had a wonderful year. I can not begin to thank each and every volunteer who has given of their time to feed hungry children in our community. We are ending the year serving 1,600 children in 22 schools in Bibb, Monroe, and Twiggs Counties. The summer will be a time to clean the house, wash the bins, regroup, and plan for the next school year. Please be in prayer for our schools, students and their families.

This is a FREE MEAL followed by brief addresses by the elected officials of FHUMC (finance, trustees, staff parish, administrative council). This is a great way for us to fellowship and stay informed about what God is doing through us.

STATE OF THE CHURCH

WE’RE TAKING ONE STEP TOWARDS BEING GOOD NEIGHBORS!On Saturday, April 28, over 90 of us have volunteered to be Good Neighbors by participating in the Rebuilding Macon Workday. We will paint, repair, clean, and generally serve our elderly neighbors as we seek to be Jesus hand and feet in our community. Please pray that everyone involved will receive a blessing this day!

IS FINALLY HERE!

Mer-Serve students work 3 hours in Backpack house stocking and packing on a Saturday morning. We are so grateful our college students want to volunteer.

STAFFBaxter Hurley, Pastor baxterhurley@foresthillsmacon.com

Teresa Edwards, Adult Discipleship teresaedwards@foresthillsmacon.com

Jeremy Wilson, Family Pastor jeremywilson@foresthillsmacon.com

Mike Adkins, Youth Director michaeladkins@foresthillsmacon.com

Kelly Miller, Children’s Director kellymiller@foresthillsmacon.com

Jessi Timmerman, Children’s Director jessitimmerman@foresthillsmacon.com

Brant Snow, Organist Doss Edwards, 8:30 Worship LeaderTammy Humphries, Executive Pastor tammyhumphries@foresthillsmacon.com

Nahcole Crist, Financial Secretary nahcolecrist@foresthillsmacon.com

Sondra Hinson, Receptionist/Hostess sondrahinson@foresthillsmacon.com

Cannon Mcclain, Director of Traditional Music cannonmcclain@foresthillsmacon.com

DavidCafé 1040

The BookersAmazima Ministries

MISSIONARIES

1 Jill Thompson Tim Sanderson

2 Will Saxton Evan Kaminisky Hannah Ferguson

4 Ron Haynes Jake Cobb Betsy Hays

5 James Hays Joni Weaver Charlie Fennell Amanda Morgan Chynna Murphy Laura Kersey Ches Rehberg

6 Shirley Smith Sophia Clarke Brian Utley Karen Smith

7 Jeff Adkisson Hannah Jones Jay Collins Ayanna Clowers Kelly Miller

8 Kristen Oetter Sigourney Ricks Addison Johnson

9 Sara Johnson Wrenn Federlein Hank Hinson Sophie Morgan

10 Daryl Sherwood Susannah Hilliard Julia Murphy

11 Dylan Smith Julie Tyson

12 Vicki Jenkins Carson Moore

13 Allie Martinek Margie Carter Bryan McMullen Allison Jones

14 Ann Adkisson Bret Welch Tommy Brown Morghan Cobb Colton Reynolds

14 Lamar Bush Catherine Aplin

15 Sandra Cox Richard Jones Brandon McElheney Tyler Hinson

16 Randy Rowland Asbury Stembridge Abigail Carr Candi Nobles-James

17 Sunny Redmond Laura Heacox Courtney Poole

18 Christopher Nylund Pete Peterman

19 Karen Gach Layla Syme

20 Martha Autry Ryan Frischkorn Nell Walters Shawn Heacox

21 Ansley Ivey

22 Kathy Richardson

23 Christie Meriwether Bridget Denzik

24 Terry Sanders Deborah Warren Polly Hood Carol Clarke Christopher Semones

25 Hilda Jones

26 Cliff Donald Patricia Brewer Leslie Smith

27 Joseph DeGrandis Allison Jordan Vickie Stuckey

28 Joyce Mosely Ginny Dailey Ronda Sweet

29 Charles Bass

31 Rennata Wilson

MAY BIRTHDAYS

Blended Worship 8:30 a.m. in the Music Suite

Modern Worship 9:45 a.m. in the Ministry Center

(Live-Streamed & Archived on our Facebook page: @foresthillsmacon)

Traditional Worship 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary

SUNDAY SERVICESIf you would like to include information in our next newsletter, your information

must be submitted by the third Wednesday of the month. You may email Stephanie Davis with your announcement

at stephdavisdesigns@gmail.com.

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