June 10, 2015 | Volume 14 Issue 10 jacksonfumc.org

SEEKING GOD | KNOWING CHRIST | SHARING HIS LOVE

A Newsletter Publication of First United Methodist Church, Jackson, Tennessee

FIRST EDITIONFIRST EDITION"Real joy comes not from ease or riches or from the praise of men and women, but from doing something worthwhile."

- Wilfred T. Grenfell

To our Dedicated Staff and Tireless Volunteers,

You have made us all so very proud. As a member of this Annual Conference, everywhere I turned, pastors and laity from the region were constantly singing your praises!

"Excellent food, spectacular music, smiling greeters, flexible and willing staff members, outstanding hospitality...." The list of praises and compliments went on and on, from the delegates who live way out in the country and had come to the "big city," to our Bishop himself. You sent a clear message --Jackson First UMC has the spiritual gift of hospitality!

Truly, you have set a standard which will be hard for others to measure up to. Thank you for all your efforts. May you know that you have done something very "worthwhile" for the cause of Christ.

Peace,

Pastor Dan

Generous Hospitality

VBS Bring friends and neighbors!

June 22-26 • 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Age 3 - 5th grade

Register at jacksonfumc.org

49 kitchen volunteers served one day, 40 on another, more than 30 on two other days and some helped on additional shifts!

Heartfelt thanks to those who served as ushers, Green Coats and on the Safety team and to kitchen volunteers offering “helping hands” from Aldersgate, East Trinity/Beech Bluff/Mt. Pleasant, Lambuth Memorial, Lester’s Chapel, Malesus, Northside and Wesley Chapel.

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Welcome Church Family

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Employment Opportunities

Please mail resume along with three professional references to:David Barnes, Chair of Staff Parish Relations Committee200 S. Church St. Jackson, TN 38301

Financial AssistantFirst United Methodist Church in Jackson, TN is seeking a full time Financial Assistant. Job responsibilities include Payroll, Accounts Payable, Contributions and Memorials. Experience in non-profits and accounting preferred. Must be proficient in financial based software and Microsoft Office, have experience with record keeping and financial reports and have ability to take initiative, communicate verbally and in writing.

Salary and benefits package is available for the right person.

Front Office CoordinatorFirst United Methodist Church in Jackson, TN is seeking a full-time Front Office Coordinator. Job responsibilities include providing a professional initial point of contact for all visitors, record keeping in church database system, answering phone calls and routing to appropriate staff, preparing church and conference reports, ordering supplies and other tasks as assigned. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, have ability to multi-task, take initiative, be courteous and dependable.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Rob and Jessica Ramer Platt joined in the 11 a.m. service June 7, 2015. They transferred their membership from another United Methodist church. Rob is a teacher and coach at USJ. Jessica is also a teacher at USJ and she is daughter of member Jane Ramer. Their son Noah will be entered on the Preparatory roll.

Matt Hammonds joined in the First Awakening Service on May 24, 2015. Matt, a recent graduate of Union University, is transferring his membership from another denomination. He has served on the Tech Team at Jackson FUMC.

“The Current” YouthOpen to 7th-12th graders

Taylor Parimore, Director of Student Ministries (tparimore@jacksonfumc.org)Search for “The Current UMY” on Facebook

“FUMC is a downtown church meeting the growing needs of younger generations”

Woo-Hoo Wednesdays Every Wednesday, come hang out and play games! Bring a friend, from 1-3 p.m. at the FUMC Gym.

“The Current” Summer Calendar June 20 Youth hosting Parents’ Night OutJune 23 Summer Bible Study Middle School- 6-7 p.m. Alaina Holt’s High School-7:30-8:30 p.m. Grant Eblen’sJune 25-29 Big Stuf CampJuly 5-8 Reelfoot Work CampJuly 12 Going to see the Minion MovieJuly 14 *Summer Bible Study Middle School- 6-7 p.m. High School-7:30-8:30 p.m.July 19 Pool Party 2-4 p.m. Gabby Maxwell’s* Locations to be determined.

Congratulations and thanks to these FUMC Youth who prepared and sold boxed lunches for Annual Conference, raising $2,000 for Youth Ministry.

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Women’s MinistriesSusan Crocker, Director of Women’s Ministry, scrocker@jacksonfumc.org

Summer Salad Lunch Wed. July 15th11 a.m.-1:00 p.m. FUMC Mezzanine

Wow! It is going to be HOT in July…come on down to FUMC for a little break. Bring a dish or salad of your choice. Everyone is invited! If you have kids, they can play in the supervised gym... no sunscreen! Come on ladies of all ages, we want you to join us. Let’s talk about everything under the SUN!

Tuesday, June 30 | 6 p.m. at Rock ’n Dough Pizza

We always have a good time at the Soul Sisters After Hours dinners. You don’t have to know anyone tocome and join in the fun! Meet new friends, bring someone you just met. It is a hodgepodge of laughter!I’ll save you a spot… text Susan, 731-267-7238, with your plans.

SoulSisters

Between Friends

Book Club

Wednesday, July 15“Mister Owita’s

Guide to Gardening” by Carol Wall

Join Susan Crocker and Pam McCarty in “The Garden”, 20 Windwood Drive. Everyone welcome…bring a favorite

appetizer to share!6:00 p.m.

SUMMERQUARTER

2015growing • connecting • serving

Women’sMinistry

June 17 Between Friends Book Club • 5:15 PM • MezzanineJune 26 VBS Help and Lunch Out • 8 AM-12 PMJune 30 Soul Sisters After Hours • 6 PM • Rock N’ Dough PizzaJuly 15 Between Friends Book Club • 5:15 PM • 20 Windwood Dr. Bring an appetizer.July 15 Summer Salad Lunch 11 AM-1 PM • MezzanineJuly 16-17 Monteagle Cottage TourAug 4-Sept 8 Morning Jolt • Tuesdays, 9:30 AM • Library

Stop by the women’s table outside of the library for more event details! Sign up at jacksonfumc.org, call the church office, 422-4002 orSusan Crocker at scrocker@jacksonfumc.org

Did you know Bubba Walker’s church mission is being an on-call bus driver? What a blessing he is to all of us!

Left: Antiques Road TripBelow: Mother-Daughter Tea

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Empty Nest? Yes, that’s me! by Susan Crocker

Friends, let’s help those Momma’s at VBS and give them a break! Remember when your kids were young and you wished for some HELP?

Join in volunteering for ONE day for VBS.June 26th, Friday 8 a.m.-12 p.m. followed by Lunch Out

We don’t have to teach or plan, we just shepherd the kids from place to place. It sure will be fun and tell you what…..I’m taking you to lunch afterwards at Come-unity Cafe!

Please contact our children’s director, Jenni Thorn, jthorn@jacksonfumc.org, and tell her you are a Soul Sister volunteering.

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Children’s MinistryJenni Thorn, Director of Children’s Ministry (jthorn@jacksonfumc.org)

“FUMC is a downtown church meeting the growing needs of younger generations”

Superheroes & Princesses Party

Sunday, July 195:00-7:00 p.m.

FUMC GymRegister at jacksonfumc.org

For boys and girls ages 2 thru 3rd grade and their adult sidekick or royal escort. Come dressed as your favorite princess or superhero and discover how to really be super!

Cost: $15 per child, adults are free ($45 family max)

Parents’ Night Out

Saturday, June 20 • 5:30-9:00 p.m.Infant-5th grade

$6/child, $20 family max.Sign-up by June 17 at jacksonfumc.org

Charlene Barnett, FUMC’s Financial Assistant, retiring June 30th

You’re invited to a Retirement Reception

in honor of Charlene Barnett

Tuesday, June 30 2-4 p.m.

Disciple Hall

All are invited to stop by for a “farewell and thanks” for her twenty-two years of service.

On Sunday, June 28, Charlene and her family will be honored and recognized in the 11 a.m. worship service.

PARENTS DAY OUT

Mondays & Wednesdays9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Ages 8 weeks - 5 years

Register by July 15, 2015

Contact Ashley Taylor, ataylor@jacksonfumc.org

Kids@Firs

The next Publication of the First Edition Newsletter is

July 8, 2015

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Memorials & Honoraria

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

PAUL HAMPTON Earl Marshall Jim Hicks Ann & Ernest Lawrence Doris Kincer & Jamie

THOMAS HOWELL FOWLER Betty & Herron Morris (Sanctuary Doors) David & Cyd Teague Hunter & Suzanne Welles (Hospitality) Allycin & Greg Alexander

PAUL RICE Betty & Herron Morris (Sanctuary Doors) Tom & Donna Ellis Hunter & Suzanne Welles (Hospitality) Mr. & Mrs. T. R. Yandell Jerry & Florence Hornsby Ann Rice Ted & Tannie Lamar Ruth Ann Morrison, Margaret & Melissa Meredith & Taylor Walker Sandra & Joe Nip McKnight David & Cyd Teague Beth Bates Bettylu Marsden Cindy & Steve Spring (Pastors’ Fund) Frances Spencer Betsy & Alan Dement Elaine Dooley Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Ferguson, Jr. Harry Miller, Jr. Advanced Medical Solutions Charles Rice The Allison Insurance Group, Inc. Larry, Marsha, Kim & Courtney Douglas

Amanda Durbin Jennifer Parker Russell & Robyn Lents Corbin & Sarah Hamil Tom Anderson Marian Smith Bobby Arnold & the Management Staff-West Tenn Healthcare Larry & Becky Butler Mr. & Mrs. W. M. Hazlehurst Hunt & Elizabeth Campbell King & Louanne Bond James & Bettie Hight Kathryn Tucker Jim Hicks Gale & Pete Turner Sherry & Mac Thomson Jonathan Overly Sharon Matthews Bo &Virginia Williamson Harold & Gay Cashon Gary & Carolann Austin Tricia Cashon PAUL RICERUSSELL RICE, JR. Cynthia Robinson

SUZANNE TIPTON Jim Hicks HAROLD WALLS Betsy & Alan Dement

SUZANNE TIPTONGEORGE GRIFFITH Art & Andrea Woods (Music)

BETTY DETERMEYERDR. BOB SMITHDR. JIM BARKERFRANK PARDUEJIM MATTHEWSPAUL RICERUSSELL RICE Art & Andrea Woods (Sr. Adult Ministry)

DR. JAMES BARKERMR. JAMES MATTHEWSMR. PAUL RICE Phyllis Armstrong

RUSSELL RICEPAUL RICEED MARTINBILL WOODRUFFED CROCKERCAROLYN MAXWELLDEBBIE GAINES Frank & Darleen Lawrence

IN LOVING HONOR OF

JOSEPHINE & LIBBY MURPHY Sherry Blackford (Budget)

ALAN & MOLLY RHENEY – On their 25th Wedding Anniversary Jackie Rheney

MRS. EDNA RICEMRS. ELIZABETH HUBBARD Phyllis Armstrong

DEBRA OWEN Anonymous (Stephen Ministry)

Adult OpportunitiesPam Jaco, pam@jacksonfumc.org

For Men Only

Coffee & Conversation

Continues every Thursday9-10:00 a.m. • Room 117

Come get out of the “grind” and spend an hour at Coffee and Conversation. All men are welcomed!

Save the DateSeptember 11, 2015

Hummingbird Migration Celebration Strawberryplains Plantation

Holly Springs, MS

Contact Pam Jaco, pam@jacksonfumc.org

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Calendar of EventsCalendar subject to change. Please call the church office, 422-4002 or check the calendar at jacksonfumc.org

Sunday, June 14 8:30 AM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 9:45 AM Sunday School- Andrews

Chapel Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown

Campus 3:00 PM Member Birthday Party

Monday, June 15 12:45 PM Hub Club 5:30 PM Finance Committee Meeting 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball

Tuesday, June 16 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 12:45 PM Hub Club 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM J-Town AAU Basketball

Wednesday, June 17 12:00 PM Unity Temple Basketball

Tournament 1:00 PM Woo Hoo Wednesdays 6:00 PM Between Friends Bookclub

Thursday, June 18 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 3:00 PM Senior Adult Council Meeting 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball

Friday, June 19 10:00 AM Open Gym 1:00 PM Unity Temple Church Luncheon

Saturday, June 20 10:00 AM Member Birthday Party 1:30 PM Non-Member Birthday Party 5:30 PM Parent’s Night Out

Sunday, June 21 Happy Father’s Day! 8:30 AM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 9:45 AM Sunday School- Andrews

Chapel Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown

Campus 2:00 PM VBS Setup/Decorating

Monday, June 22 9:00 AM VBS 12:45 PM Hub Club 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball 6:00 PM Welcoming Ministry Team

Meeting

Tuesday, June 23 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 9:00 AM VBS 12:45 PM Hub Club 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM J-Town AAU Basketball 5:30 PM Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, June 24 9:00 AM VBS 1:00 PM Woo Hoo Wednesdays 5:30 PM Missions Team Meeting

Thursday, June 25 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 9:00 AM VBS 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball

Friday, June 26 9:00 AM VBS

Saturday, June 27 4:00 PM Room in the Inn

Sunday, June 28 8:30 AM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 9:45 AM Sunday School- Andrews

Chapel Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown

Campus

Monday, June 29 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball

Tuesday, June 30 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 12:45 PM Hub Club 2:00 PM Retirement Reception for

Charlene Barnett 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM J-Town AAU Basketball

Wednesday, July 1 1:00 PM Woo Hoo Wednesdays 6:00 PM First Awakening Worship Team

Rehearsal

Thursday, July 2 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 4:30 PM FitFirst

Friday, July 3 Independence Day Holiday

Church Office Closed

Saturday, July 4 Independence Day

Sunday, July 5 8:30 AM Worship Service- Andrews

Chapel Campus 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 9:45 AM Sunday School- Andrews

Chapel Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown

Campus

Monday, July 6 12:45 PM Hub Club 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball

Tuesday, July 7 7:00 AM Men’s Bible Study 12:45 PM Hub Club 4:30 PM FitFirst

Wednesday, July 8 6:00 PM First Awakening Worship Team

Rehearsal

Thursday, July 9 9:00 AM Coffee and Conversation 4:30 PM FitFirst 5:30 PM Sr. Olympic Basketball

Friday, July 10 10:00 AM Open Gym

Saturday, July 11 No church events scheduled

Sunday, July 12 8:55 AM First Awakening Service-

Downtown Campus 10:00 AM FUMC Sunday School 11:00 AM Traditional Service- Downtown

Campus 5:30 PM Worship Service - Andrews

Chapel Campus

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Andrews Chapel New DirectionAt a recent church council meeting, the recommendation of the Andrews Chapel two-year study committee/task force was accepted and passed unanimously. The highlights of that report are as follows:

• That the church property (historic sanctuary, fellowship hall and parsonage) be retained for the long-term with an emphasis on historical preservation and improvement of the building and grounds of Andrews Chapel.

• The cemetery be split off via legal survey and deeded to a cemetery association to be formed as a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. Funds which we have held in trust related to the cemetery will be handed over to this new association for perpetual upkeep.

• We will incur no long-term indebtedness on the property. On-going improvement efforts will be funded by those interested in preserving Andrews Chapel for the future.

• Effective July, 2015, we will initiate two worship services per month at Andrews Chapel which will not compete (in terms of scheduled times) with services at the main campus.

New Worship ScheduleAndrews ChapelJuly 12 and 26

5:30 p.m.

• Special worship services will continue to be held at the facility for times such as: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Easter and perhaps Fourth of July (2016 would be the earliest possible for this particular service).

• An ecumenical, community-based, high-quality Bible study will be offered beginning in August 2015 on a weeknight.

• A core leadership group of six to eight persons will be formed to give oversight and direction for future efforts to carry out new and dynamic ministries in the Huntersville community.

• Additionally, the facility will be made available for the following: • Affordable and faith-based wedding chapel • Youth hostel/housing for traveling groups • Backyard BBQ’s, cook-outs and fellowship opportunities • Emergency housing/shelter for those in need • Easter Egg Hunts and festivals • Boy Scout and Girl Scout activities • Retreat and Spiritual Formation Center for small groups

Please continue to pray for Andrews Chapel and the community of Huntersville as we seek to be faithful to God’s will in seeking a renewal of missional purpose for this historic facility.

Happy Father’s

DaySunday, June 21

In observance of Independence Day, the

church office will be closed Fruday, July 3.

Adventures at Kids Music Day Camp!

Join the kids for their amazing production of “It’s Cool in the Furnace” Friday, June 12 • 5:30 p.m. • Clayton Hall

Sunday Morning Worship

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SundayJuly 5

Andrews Chapel Services:8:30 a.m. Worship Service9:45 a.m. Sunday School

FUMC Downtown Services:8:55 a.m. First Awakening10:00 a.m. Sunday School11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship

Jerry Jeffords, preaching

Mike Butler, guest speaker

TBD

No worship service (see page 7)

Serenity: “Wait a Minute!”Dan Camp, preaching | James 1: 19-21

Serenity: “For Richer, For Poorer”Jeff Rudy, preaching | Philippians 4:4-20

Serenity: “Building Interior Castles”Dan Camp, preaching

Jeff Rudy, preaching

Communion

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