Saint Andrew’s News

October 2014
Saint Andrew’s News
Saint
Andrewʼs
UMC
The Rev. Brian Gordon, Pastor
Elane Finley, Music Director
REACH THE LOST, S Sherri Armstrong, Church Secretary
NURTURE THE FAITHFUL,
Amy Shelly, Youth Director
BUILD GOD’S KINGDOM
From the Pastor’s Desk:
I was blessed, as many have been, with grandparents
who loved and cared for me. I remember growing up
spending weeks in the summer at their houses mainly
playing with toys that they kept in the closets and
bringing them out probably making a big mess. I
remember a little pop up house in the shape of a tree
with little people that we, my sister and I, could play
with for hours. We’d endlessly take those little people
and move them up and down and all around. We were
at home. Tim Keller, writer of “The Prodigal God,” says that
home is not a place but a relationship. There are any
number of buildings we can call home, but they are so
because of who is there. We felt at home as children in
a number of places because we knew we were loved.
We may call a town or city home because of who is
there. We can be at home when with those we love
and we ultimately, and most importantly, are to find
that home in our relationship with God. Being the child of a pastor and now one myself, I’ve
had a number of places that I’ve called home. No
doubt some have been more so than others. What
mattered the most to me was that when I walked
through that door I knew I was safe, I felt secure and
most of all I felt loved. I knew that no matter how
cruel others may be or how insecure I may have felt
otherwise I would be okay at home. Not everyone gets that blessing. Some children
grow up without the benefit of parents who provide
that safe shelter for them. Some may feel neglected
and/or unloved. That’s not the way God intends us to
live. He wants us to know that no matter what how
we have been treated in the past, good or bad, we have
a Heavenly Father who came down from heaven
because he loves us. Jesus came not only to teach us
how to live faithfully, but to give his own life for you
and to bring you home. I’ve heard it said that if you
were the only person on earth, Jesus still would have
come and given his life for you. When we come to know how deeply loved we are
by God, there is nothing in this world that can take
that away. Circumstances may change all around us but
if we know that never changing love of God there is
nothing in this world that can take it away. When we
know his deep love for us and that he has invited us
into his eternal home, then we’ve found our home. Wherever you are, give thanks that no matter what
the world throws at you, you have a home that can’t be
taken away. See you on Sunday, Brian
Children’s Sabbath
Our annual Children’s Sabbath will be
celebrated on October 12th, during our morning
worship service, with the theme “Precious in God’s
Sight.” Our church will collect children’s books
(new and gently used) to be distributed to families
through the Food Pantry. A container will be provided
in the narthex for the books.
The Children’s Choir, Kindergarten Choir,
and Nursery II S.S. Class will sing on this day.
Book Study
Bro. Brian has begun a book study entitled “The
Prodigal God” by Tim Keller. The study is offered at
two different times--Sunday evenings at 6:00 p.m.
and Monday mornings at 11:00 a.m.
Retired members, please notice that the
Monday morning time is offered especially for you!
Please come and enjoy this time of fellowship and
study!
Books and discussion guides are $9 each. Please
sign up for these in the narthex or on the St. Andrew’s
Facebook page.
World Wide Communion Sunday
A World Wide Communion Sunday service
will be held at St. James United Methodist Church on
October 19th at 6:00 p.m. This will be a joint
service in which St. Andrew’s, First UMC, and
St. James come together in unity for worship.
Youth Choir/Praise Band
The Youth Choir/Praise Band will sing Sunday
morning, October 26th.
Our Prayers
Members:
Charles Blankenship Ed/Betty Burks Nina Crook Betty Dabbs Herbert/Laverne Garner
Donna Griffith Ruth Griffith Elois Irvin Judy Jones Hilda Minga Beverley Outlaw
Mary Ann Pope
Johnny Raines
Marilyn Richmond
Jo Riley
Jay/Jasmine Roberts
Annette Smith Yvonne Stanford
Madine Webb Laverne Williams
Lindsay/Tyce Williams
Jon Woodward Extended Church Family:
Edith Armstrong (Aunt of Linda Pearce)
Madison Arnold (Daughter of Cousin of Glenn & Amber
Smith)
Nelda Bailey (Sister of Frank Comer)
Dr. Jim Biedenharn (Friend of Sandy Conner)
Andrea Blaylock (Wife of Rev. Stan Blaylock at Bethel
Apostolic)
Ginny Bourland (Friend of Martha Jurney)
Elaine & Jim Boyer (Mother & Father of Mary Beth Black)
Sonny Cadden (Father of Carl Cadden)
Bonnie Buchanan (Friend of Elois Irvin)
Jimmy Cantrell (Friend of Peggy White)
E. C. & Sandra Carpenter (Cousin of Edd Finley)
Tyler Clay & Family (Friends of Jerry & Dianne Jones)
Ed Coker (Friend of Linda Pearce)
Marilyn Comer (Niece of Jesse & Carolyn Davidson)
Beverly Daws (Mother of Betsy Baker)
Judy Dobbs (Friend of Steve & Darlene Stockton)
Barbara Edwards (Sister-in-law of Darlene Stockton)
Mike Edwards (Nephew of Darlene Stockton)
Ann Hardy (Sister of Judy Jones)
Jimmy Harlow (Member of St. Matthew’s)
Helen Hathcock (Mother of Mike Hathcock)
Judy Holman (Mother of Jay Holman)
David and Jane Hoots (Parents of Darlene Stockton)
Kate Hoffman (Friend of Kathy Davis)
Judy Howell (Friend of Carolyn Davidson)
Denali Huff (Great Niece of Judy Jones)
Lance Jefferis (Brother of Faith Summerford)
Mary Kathryn & Jimmy Kight (Friends of Mel Hathcock
Thurlow)
Noah MacLeod (Great Nephew of Judy Jones)
William Mattison (Father of Gena Glenn)
Arlene & Jim McRee (Sister & Brother-in-law of Darlene
Stockton)
Mason Miller (Friend of Judy Jones)
Megan O’Steen (Niece of Mike McDonald)
Brody Outlaw (Grandson of Beverley Outlaw)
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Mary Parker, Riverplace (Grandmother of Malcolm
Glenn)
Serra Pearson
James Russell (Father of Laura Adams)
Margie Smith (Sister of Jo Riley)
Truda Stacy (Mother of Dianne Jones)
Bobby & Peggy Stevenson (Friends of St. Andrew’s)
Emma Stockton (Grandmother of Jason Gaskin)
Bonnie Vaughan (Friend of Bill & Donna Griffith)
Mary Vinson (Sister of Patty Simmons)
Zach & Amy White (nephew & neice of Elane Finley)
Jim Williams (Friend of St. Andrew’s)
Jimmy Wiygul (Brother of Margaret Clement)
Military:
Seth Chaney (Nephew of Herman and Patti Tomlin)
Chase LaPorte (Brother of Jotham LaPorte)
Thad LaPorte (Brother of Jotham LaPorte)
Daniel McCollum (Nephew of Dianne Jones)
Chase McGuire (Korea)
Dylan Minor (Afghanistan)
Evan Orlosky (Son-in-law of Edd and Elane Finley)
Shane Outlaw (Nephew of Beverley Outlaw)
Nursing Home Residents:
Kenneth/Catherine Adams (River Place); Helen Hollis
(Southhaven), Syble Thompson (Golden Living)
Our Service
Acolytes for October
Acolyte
Crucifer
5
Campbell Erikson
Mattison Glenn
Reese Griffith
12
Riley Ray
Davis Adams
19
Chloe Summerford
Caden Smith
26
Mary Grace Black
Kami Goza
Sound System Operator for October
Greg Harris
Ushers for October
Glenn Smith Rick Gault
Mike Hathcock David Seay
Kyle Thompson
BIRTHDAYS in October
1-Martha Jurney
3-Clay Grissom, Nathan Lay
4-Jesse Davidson, Ray Jones
5-Carolyn Davidson
8-Kenny Cox, Sharon Hathcock, Hilda Minga
9-Campbell Erikson, Helen Hollis, Christa Finley Kerby
12-Kyle Kerby
13-Bunky Goza
14-Judy Jones
15-Mary Grace Black, Jasmine Roberts
16-Carol Williams
17-Jerry Word
18-Chris Jones
20-Anna Stark
22-Melissa Johnson
24-Marcia Archer
25-Charles Riley
27-Steve Stockton
28-Leigh Frances Jurney, Camille Thornton
31-Claire Thornton
ANNIVERSARIES in October
4-Herman & Patty Tomlin
6-Chris & Leigh Anne Erikson
12-Brian & Charity Gordon
15-Ralph & Mary Frances Salter
17-Sammy & Sandy Smith
20-Jimmy & Theresa Glenn
21-Paul & Heather Gault
21-Ray & Judy Jones
BIRTHDAYS in November
3-Ross Stark
4-Sam Black, Allen Glenn, Chad Ray, Alayna Riley
5-Rena Raines
8-Susan Hathcote, Gary Smith, Wayne Smith
10-Marty Huffman, Annette Smith
12-Charity Gordon
14-Jimmy Hubbard
15-Timothy Stockton
17-Thera Comer
18-Tim Saltz
19-Austin Cox, Glenda Deaton
20-Emerson Murphy
22-Lee Ann Davidson, Karli Pearson
23-David Lay
24-Robert Black, Aulani Grace Murphy
25-Beverly Zeinner
26-John David Carlisle, Jimmy Ann Ray
28-Malcolm Glenn, Kim Johnson
ANNIVERSARIES in November
9-Robert & Mary Beth Black
11-Glenn & Amber Smith
17-Anthony & Tanya Pearson
20-Donnell & Annette Smith
28-Mike & Barbara McDonald
Our Presence & Our Gifts
AM
PM
Offerings
Sep 7, 2014
120
$11,836
Sep 14, 2014
132
$4,054
Sep 21, 2014
152
$4,233
Sep 28, 2014
106
$3,272
September Offerings: $23,365
Actual Offerings to Date: $244,735
Budgeted Offerings to Date: $245,714
Paid on Conference Askings: $53,288
Due on Conference Askings: $11,382
Budget Deficit: <$979>
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October Youth News
I don't know about all of you, but I am loving the
cooler weather and the thought of fall!! The youth
group is going to be very busy from now until the end
of the year with activities, events, and regular
meetings. If you are not a part of the youth group, we
would love to have you come and join us.
CALLING ALL PARENTS!!! The youth are
challenging the parents to a kickball game on October
19th at Concord Fields. More details will be coming
soon, but please mark the date for a time of fellowship
and fun. All members of the church are invited to
come and cheer both teams on - and possibly get a
few laughs as a bonus!
FAITHFUL, BUILD GOD’S KINGDOM
Trunk or Treat
The Youth sponsored “Trunk or Treat” will
take place on October 26th in the Family Life Center
parking lot. All members of the church are asked and
encouraged to decorate their trunks, tailgates, or
whatever and come have some fun and fellowship with
our church family. The more the merrier!! More
details will be provided in the bulletins in the coming
weeks
Dates to Remember:
October 4 - Trash to Treasures
October 5 - UMYF @ 6:00 p.m.
October 12 - UMYF @ 6:00 p.m.
October 19 - Youth v Parents Kickball Game
October 26 - Trunk or Treat
November 2 - UMYF @ 6:00 p.m.
November 9 - UMYF @ 6:00 p.m.
November 16 - UMYF @ 6:00 p.m.
November 23 - UMYF @ 6:00 p.m.
November 30 - No UMYF - Thanksgiving