GRIFFIN FIRSTUNITED METHODIST CHURCH

April 29, 2018Fift h Sunday of EasterConfi rmation Sunday

Liturgical Color: White

Making disciples for Christ through vibrant worship, dynamic education, and joyful service.

GRIFFIN FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH1401 Maple Drive Griffi n, GA 30224 770-228-3020

www.griffi n-fumc.org

Morning Worship CelebrationApril 29, 2018 8:45 & 11:00 AM

WE GATHER TO CELEBRATE AND GIVE THANKSTh e Frances Phillips Chapel is open during Sunday worship hours for silent prayer.

Children three years of age and younger are invited to the Nursery in the center of the Ed. Building. Please turn off all cell phones and electronic devices while in the Sanctuary.

Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available from 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 Service Th eme: Salvation

Prelude Prelude on LOBE DEN HERREN Elizabeth A. KrouseDr. Richard Chewning, organ

Introit You are Mine David HaasConfi rmation Class of 2018

I will come to you in the silence; I will lift you from all your fear.You will hear My voice; I claim you as My choice. Be still, and know I am near.I am hope for all who are hopeless; I am eyes for all who long to see.In the shadows of the night I will be your light. Come and rest in Me.

Do not be afraid, I am with you; I have called you each by nameCome and follow Me; I will bring you home. I love you and you are mine.

I am strength for all the despairing, healing for the ones who dwell in shameAll the blind will see, the lame will all run free and all will know My name.I am the Word that leads all to freedom; I am the peace the world cannot giveI will call your name, embracing all your pain. Stand up, now, walk, and live.

† WE CELEBRATE WITH OUR CONFIRMANDSIntroduction and Presentation of Candidates (1, 2, 3) Page 33Renunciation of Sin and Profession of Faith (4, 8) Page 34-35Confi rmation and Reception (12, 14, 15, 16) Page 37-38

Th ose being Confi rmed (* Th ose being Baptized)

Jayden Elizabeth Andrews *Laura Lee Shepard * Charles Andrew Covington Margaret Livingston Flanagan

Eleanor Sarah Foster Brittain Olivia Gill Jacob Alan Harrison Emma Kathryn Kirkland

Erynn Denise Lefevre Kassidy Elizabeth Reaves Elizabeth Duncan Shepard

*Hymn No. 139 Praise to the Lord, the Almighty LOBE DEN HERREN*Affi rmation of Faith Th e Apostles’ Creed Hymnal No. 881

†Sirena Conway, liturgist*Gloria Patri Glory Be to the Father Hymnal No. 71*We Greet One AnotherWE CELEBRATE WITH OUR CHILDRENChildren’s Moment Mrs. Debby Stikes

† Children age 3 through 2nd Grade are invited to go to Shine Worship in the Education Building. Ages 3 and 4 temporarily meet downstairs in the room nearest the CEC.

Grades K-2 meet upstairs in regular Shine Worship room. WE CELEBRATE THROUGH PRAYER AND GIVINGWords of Welcome & InformationMorning Prayer and Th e Lord's Prayer Dr. Med Roach *Hymn No. 397:1, 4, 5 I Need Th ee Every Hour NEEDTh e Giving of the Tithe & Off ering Off ertory My Jesus, I Love Th ee Stephen L. Aber Dr. Richard Chewning, organ*Doxology Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow Hymnal No. 95

WE CELEBRATE THROUGH HEARING † Anthem Seek Me With All Your Heart Allen Pote

Chancel Choir

*Scripture Lesson John 15: 1-11Liturgist: Th e word of God for the people of God.People: Our thanks be to God.

Sermon An Abiding Relationship with Jesus Dr. Med Roach

WE GO TO CELEBRATE THROUGH SERVICE*Hymn No. 384 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling BEECHER

*Benediction Dr. Med Roach † Choral Response Th e Lord Bless You and Keep You Barbara Boetje

Chancel Choir

Postlude Variations on HYFRYDOL Harold Rutz Dr. Richard Chewning, organ

ANNOUNCEMENTS APRIL 29, 2018

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

Ushers8:45- Chuck Joiner11:00- Kelly Smith, Crisp Flynt, Jon Baird, Howard McShane, Turner Burson, Jack Kreamer, David Magusiak Crucifer/Acolytes8:45 Service- Gordon Murray, acolyte 11:00 Service- Alice Claire Cowden, acolyte

SERVING MINISTRIESSHINE Worship3 & 4 year olds:Rochelle RodriguezParent helper: Greg or Natalie DavisYouth helper:K-2nd grade:Debby StikesParent helper: Gena BrownYouth helper: Ansley Brown

Help MinistryApril 30 Montine WilsonMay 1 Peggy Raiteri May 2 Th eresa Halley May 3 Polly Howard May 4 Kay Burnett

sandra.sanders@griffi n-fumc.org mollie.covington@griffi n-fumc.org

STEWARDSHIPAttendance (April 22, 2017)Traditional 8:45 63Traditional 11:00 219Th e Branch 11:00 148Worship total 430Sunday School 210Christian Enrichment Center 505Other Activities 326 Non Worship 1,041 Grand Total 1,471 Financiallisa.rogers@griffi n-fumc.org

2018 Budget $1,304, 613Weekly budget 25,089Received April 22 10,157Needed in 16 weeks 401,424 Received in 16 weeks 375,866Requirements to date -25,558Capital CampaignTotal pledges $1,005,385Total received $988,860

NEW MEMBERWe extend a warm Christian welcome to Liam Voigt who joined our church on April 22.

Golf Cart DriversApril 29 Russ SamplesMay 6 Jerry MorrisMay 13 Bill StikesTh e Golf Cart Ministry is available from 10:00 until 11:15 a.m. and aft er worship from 12:00 until 12:30 p.m.

FLOWERSTh e fl owers on the altar are to the glory of God in loving memory of Osgood and Mercer Miller by Drew and Susan Miller.

IN HONORA gift has been given in honor of Richard Kesselring to the Prayer Labyrinth.

IN MEMORYA gift has been given in memory of Gene Sheffi eld to the Memorial Fund.

REMEMBER IN PRAYERRichard LumpkinStephane KnightDot McDonaldDoug TaylorPatsy ParkerBob WhitakerJean WhalenAllen MurrayContinued Prayers For:Jim and Annella Duff esJoann and Roger BassStanley and Florence BozemanBill and Anne EdwardsDan and Trudi KleinFrances PhillipsGinny FreemanJohn Anderson

ROSE ON THE ALTARA rose on the altar is in honor of Olivia Catherine O’Neal born on April 16, 2018. Her parents are Elizabeth and John O’Neal.

RELAY FOR LIFE May 4, 2018 Wyomia Tyus Olympic ParkTh e 2018 Relay for Life of Spalding County Luminaria Ceremony will begin about dark—around 9:30 p.m. on Friday, May 4. If you would like to make a tribute in honor or memory of a loved one or friend, please submit a form which is located in the Sanctuary pews, at Th e Branch, or in the Church Offi ce.

GRIFFIN CHORAL ARTSGriffi n Choral Arts presents “Island Time” on Th ursday, May 3 at 7 p.m. at Th e Village at Indian Springs Amphitheater. Be transported to a Caribbean paradise and enjoy the festive entertainment of the calypso music. Tickets are $10 and are available in the Church Offi ce.

STAFF PARISH RELATIONS COMMITTEEYour Staff Parish Relations Committee is excited to announce that, aft er discussions with our District Superintendent, we have unanimously voted to acknowledge Daryl Brown’s ordination from the Baptist Church. Th is means that Daryl will now use his Reverend title and his staff position will change from Director of Youth Ministries to Youth Minister.

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYERSpalding County will observe the National Day of Prayer on Th ursday, May 3, from 12:00-12:30- p.m. at the Spalding County Courthouse Veranda (213 E. Solomon Street).

THE BRANCH WORSHIP: April 29, 2018 My Story Week 3 – “I Decided to Stay”

Today is The Day – Lincoln Brewster Your Grace is Enough – Matt Maher

Ever Lifting – Christy Nockels Waiting Here for You – Christy Nockels

SHINE CHILDREN’S WORSHIP Children through 2nd Grade are dismissed to SHINE CHILDREN’S WORSHIP after the Children’s Moment

TURNING THE TIDE OFFERING (100% Supports our Laundry Ministry) MORNING OFFERING (Supports the Mission and Ministry of the Church as a whole)

The decisions we make today will determine the story we'll tell tomorrow.

In the four-week series "My Story," we will learn to live a story worth telling. With examples from the Bible, this

series will teach us to start, stop, stay, and go according to God's will.

NOTES:

The Branch Worship Team: Alison Kirkland, Katie Patterson, Emory Schroeter, Stacy Brown,

Jerry Daniel, Lewis Patterson

CHILDRENValerie Gill valerie.gill@griffi n-fumc.org April Bible Verse: Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation. --Mark 16:15

BRIDGEBRIDGE will meet tonight from 6:00-7:30 p.m. (note the time change) in Th e Lodge for a combined night with the Youth! Parents, BRIDGE Spring and Summer Schedules are on the children’s Facebook page. Note that our Summer Arts Night with Stache Studio requires a reservation to attend the event.Promotion SundayMark your calendars for Sunday, May 27th. Children will move up to their new class for Sunday School!VBS VBS CDs and digital download cards are available for purchase for $7.00 in Th e Branch, the Church Offi ce, and Valerie’s offi ce. Come by and get yours today to get a head start learning the songs for this summer!

5TH GRADE PARENTS 2018-2019 Confi rmation classes will begin in the fall. We will be having a parent’s meeting for all 5th grade parents next month. Join us on Sunday, May 6 at 5:00 p.m. in the CEC. For more information or any questions contact Andrew Covington or Daryl Brown.

LADIES TEA AND FASHION SHOWWe hope all the ladies of the church are planning on attending the Tea and Fashion Show at the Sliders’ home at 525 North Pine Hill Road, at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 29th. If, for some reason, your invitation didn’t get to you, you are still invited! We look forward to seeing you all at this fun event!

LOW COUNTRY BOIL DRAWINGTh e Journey Sunday School class is sponsoring a fundraiser for the Children’s Ministry! A $20 donation gets you a ticket for a drawing for a Low Country Boil party. Th e winner gets an all-expense paid party for up to 40 of your closest friends at “Th e Pool House.” Th is is an all-inclusive event! All you have to do is show up! Th e date of the party will be mutually agreed upon by the winner and hosts. Tickets are available in the church offi ce, from any Journey Sunday School member, and through the website: https://www.journeyfumc.org/

GOLF CART MINISTRYWe need more volunteers for our golf cart ministry. Please let Russ Samples know if you are willing to be a driver: 404-985-9484.

MED-ITATION Dr. Med Roachmed.roach@griffi n-fumc.org

Confi rmation SundayTh e Gospel of John contains a series of statements that Jesus uses to identify himself to his followers. We call those statements the “I am” sayings of Jesus. Just seeing the simple list of the “I am” statements reminds us of how closely Jesus desires to be with us and within us. Look at the list below of those ‘I am” statements.“I am the bread of life” “I am the light of the world”“I am the gate for the sheep”“I am the good shepherd”“I am the resurrection and the life”“I am the way, the truth and the life”“I am the true vine”“I am the Alpha and the Omega” (the beginning and the end)Th is week in worship we will celebrate the confi rming of our confi rmation class and bring them into the membership of the church. Th ese young people and their parents have spent the last nine months studying the Holy Scripture and learning the many ways Jesus relates to us. Each one of the confi rmation students has expressed a

RADA KNIVES SALEOn Sunday, May 6th the UMW will be selling RADA Knives at three diff erent times:9:30 a.m. in the Education Building; 10:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall; and at 12 noon in the Welcome Center. Th is sale is just in time for summer and these knives are great as gift s for Mother’s Day, graduations, weddings, etc. Mark your calendars and make plans to make your gift purchases.

PEANUT BUTTERDon’t forget your peanut butter contributions for the local food pantry. Bins are located throughout the church campus.

PRESCHOOLDebby Daniel-Bryant debby.danielbryant@griffi n-fumc.org Petting ZooWeather permitting, we will have our annual Petting Zoo come on Wednesday, May 2 for some hands-on interactions with some farm animals.

Kindergarten to the ZooTh e Kindergarteners are going to the Atlanta Zoo for a fun-fi lled fi eld trip on Th ursday, May 3.

Pete the CatTh e public library is giving us a visit from Pete the Cat on Th ursday morning. We are excited to have this special visitor at our school.

Summer BlastCome to the Preschool Summer Blast the week of June 11-15 from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. Th ese activities are for children ages 2 through Kindergarten. We will be studying about Noah’s Ark. Th e cost for the week is $75 for a fantastic summer camp experience. Registration cards will be placed around the church, or call the Preschool Offi ce at 770-228-0166 to register.

desire to follow Jesus as Lord and Savior. Th ey will continue to discover the many ways Jesus will relate to them.Have you discovered the ways Jesus has made himself known to you?Please join together in one heart in worship as we receive the newest Christians into our church!Blessings,

Med

CHRISTIAN ENRICHMENT CENTER Jennifer Vining jennifer.vining@griffi n-fumc.org 678-688-3858In Jesus’ Name We Play...

CEC Ongoing ActivitiesArt Group – 10:00 a.m. Th ursdayBridge Club – 1:00 p.m. -2nd & 4th Wed.Chair Exercise and Stretch for Seniors – 9:00 a.m. TuesdayDeep Stretch Yoga – 10:15 a.m. Th ursdaysGroup Personal Training (Beginner) – 9:00 a.m. Tuesday and Th ursdayGroup Personal Training (Advanced) – 9:00 a.m. Monday and Wednesday Group Personal Training (Intermediate) – 5:30 p.m. Monday Guitar Lessons – 4:00 p.m. Mon. & Wed.Mahjong Class– 1:00 p.m. - 1st, 3rd, & 5th Wednesdays Pilates Classes – 9:00 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Tue. & Th urs.Spanish Conversation – 10:00 a.m. Th ursday TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – 9:30 a.m. Monday Weight Watchers – 6:00 p.m. Monday and 9:30 a.m. TuesdayWellness Class – 11:15 a.m. second Th ursdayYoga Basics – 10:15 a.m. Th ursdayZUMBA Exercise – 8:00 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00 p.m. Monday 7:00 p.m. Tuesday & Th ursday

Check us out online and/or join our ‘Christian Enrichment Center’ Facebook page for up-to-date information and chances to win free memberships, classes, and MORE.

Blood DriveMark your calendars to GIVE BLOOD! Th e American Red Cross will be at the CEC on Tuesday, May 15th from 1-7 p.m. Call to reserve a time that is most convenient for you.

2018 Summer Activity/Camp Schedule • CPR/First Aid Training/Certifi cation Class - Tuesday, May 29th from 8 a.m. -1 p.m.• Babysitting Training Course – Th ursday, May 31st from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.• Creative Writing Camp (6th-8th Graders/9th-12 Graders) – June 18th – June 22nd from 1-4 p.m.• Cooking Camp – July 16th – July 19th (3rd -5th Graders meet 9 a.m. – 12 p.m./6th – 8th Graders meet 1-4 p.m.)Additional details COMING SOON!

Gently Used Purse, Scarf, and Jewelry SaleWe are currently accepting purse, scarf, and jewelry donations for our bi-annual fundraiser! Please bring donations to the CEC front desk.

Church Painting SALEOur talented church member and local artist, Joyce Perdue Smith, has graciously off ered to sell her beloved landscape paintings of Griffi n FUMC. Th ese paintings are copies of the original, signed by the artist, and individually numbered. Paintings measure 28 inches x 17.5 inches and are colorful and absolutely beautiful. Only $20 per painting. Purchase your signed copy today at the CEC front desk. Limited quantity available.

SUNDAY, April 291 Kings 19-208:00 a.m. Confi rmation Class Breakfast (Conference Room)8:45 a.m. Traditional Worship Service (Sanctuary)9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Service (Sanctuary)11:00 a.m. Th e Branch Contemporary Service (Fellowship Hall) 6:00 p.m. GLOW and BRIDGE meet together (Th e Lodge)

MONDAY, April 301 Kings 21-22 8:30 a.m. PreK and Kindergarten Classes9:00 a.m. Preschool Classes10:00 a.m. CEC Committee Meeting (CEC)4:30 p.m. GCA Children’s Chorus (Omega)6:30 p.m. YOGA (Fellowship Hall)7:00 p.m. Staff Parish Relations (Conf. Room)7:00 p.m. Griffi n Choral Arts (Alpha)

TUESDAY, May 12 Kings 1-38:30 a.m. PreK and Kindergarten Classes9:00 a.m. Preschool Classes10:00 a.m. Bible Study of Numbers (Conf. Room)6:30 p.m. UMCH Information Meeting (Fellowship Hall and Reception Room)6:30 p.m. Girl Scouts (Upstairs Education Building)6:30 p.m. YOGA (Sanctuary)

WEDNESDAY, May 22 Kings 4-58:30 a.m. PreK and Kindergarten Classes9:00 a.m. Preschool Classes10:00 a.m. Th at Th e World May Know (Conf. Room)5:45 p.m. Wednesday Night Supper (Fellowship Hall)6:15 p.m. GLOW Youth Groups (Lodge)6:30 p.m. Youngest Voices (Conference Room)6:30 p.m. Cantate (Omega)6:30 p.m. Wesley (Alpha)6:30 p.m. Daily Companion Bible (Stephen Ministry) 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir (Alpha)

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

www.griffi n-fumc.org

THURSDAY, May 32 Kings 6-88:30 a.m. PreK and Kindergarten Classes9:00 a.m. Preschool Classes 6:30 p.m. AL-ANON (Seekers)7:00 p.m. Scout Pack Meeting (Fellowship Hall)

FRIDAY, May 42 Kings 9-108 a.m.-noon Kindergarten Father’s Day Tea (Reception Room)8:30 a.m. PreK and Kindergarten Classes9:00 a.m. Preschool Classes6:00 p.m. Laundry Mission (Solomon & 13th St.)

YOUTHDaryl Brown daryl.brown@griffi n-fumc.orgInstagram: GFUMC.GLOWFaceBook: GFUMC Student MinistriesTodayConfi rmation SundayGLOW and Bridge meet together: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.High School Mission Trip:We still have a few spots available for our upcoming Mission Trip to New Orleans May 27th-June 1st. It is going to be a great week working and serving with St. Bernard Project. Contact Daryl for more details.Upcoming events: May 6th GLOW 6 p.m. Youth Choir 7:00- 7:45 p.m.May 11th Turning the Tide 5:45- 9:00 p.m. (dinner @Waffl e House)May 13th No GLOW----Enjoy Mother’s DayMay 20th GLOW MissionsMay 27th - June 1st High School Mission Trip New Orleans, LA: St. Bernard Project

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

PHONE: 770-228-3020 FAX: 770-228-3069 CEC: 678-688-3858www.griffi n-fumc.org

Med Roach (770-502-5297) Senior MinisterAndrew Covington (770-367-1620) Associate MinisterRichard Lumpkin Minister EmeritusG. Alan Benson Minister EmeritusStephen J. Mulder Director of Music and Worship ArtsDebby Stikes (678-758-9159) Director of DiscipleshipJennifer Vining Director of the Christian Enrichment CenterBrian Love Operations ManagerDaryl Brown (404-569-2881) Youth MinisterValerie Gill (404-247-2245) Director of Children’s MinistryLisa Rogers Financial SecretarySandra Sanders Administrative AssistantMollie Covington Administrative AssistantDenise Hayes Church HostessTom Vause Assistant Director of the Christian Enrichment CenterRichard Chewning OrganistAlicia Smith PianistAlison Kirkland Th e Branch Interim Worship LeaderDebby Daniel-Bryant Preschool DirectorAngie Bergen Preschool Financial Secretary

Nursery Staff : Paige Samples, Reba Partin, Kathryn PartinHousekeeping Staff : John Berry, Ray Merritt, David Pack, Anita BerrySextons: William Ballard, Th omas Parker, Carson Brown, Wesley Partin, Dylan Lefevre, Jalen FavorsOur Missionaries: Michael and Mildred Oye (Nigeria) Joanna Davis (West Virginia)

(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) Wednesday, May 2, 2018 Fellowship HallMENU: Pork Loin, Macaroni and Cheese, and vegetable NAME ____________________________________________________________ Number of Adults ($5)____Number of Children 4 yrs-6th Grade ($3)____ Under 4 (Free)_____ Nursery _____Add 50 cents for each take-out plate. **Please specify how many of the above are take outs _____**