FUMC Words for Wednesday: 05-03-2023

05-03-2023 FUMC Words for Wednesday

Supper begins at 5 pm followed by Bible Study for all ages.

Tonight is the farewell dinner for

Stan and Tricia Wallace.

The church will provide the barbeque, the rest is up to you - Potluck sides and dessert.

DATE CHANGE: I Wonder VBS will be Sunday, June11th - Wednesday June 14th from 5:00 pm till 7:30 pm.

Volunteer Meeting: Thursday, May 11th at 6:00 pm.

Dear Church Family,

I am retiring on May 15, 2023 as your CEC Preschool Director. When my husband and I landed in Blairsville from Indiana 6 years ago, we knew no one. I was extremely blessed to have found the First United Methodist Church Family and the CEC.

The CEC Preschool mission filled a passion for children and teaching that I had for many years.

I have been so blessed to have been given the opportunity to work with some of the most amazing teachers that I have ever had the pleasure to work with. I have experienced the guidance and patience of a loving CEC Board, the support of so many of you in the Church Family, and so many kind parents in the community.

Thank you, for trusting me 5 years ago and giving me this opportunity.

Receiving morning hugs and kisses from the students, has made my life fuller and has given me so many wonderful memories.

Many Blessings,

Heidi Hall

Blood Drive will take place here Sunday, 7th from 9 am till 1 pm. The bus will be outside the fellowship hall.

Handbells - Do you have an interest in playing in our handbell choir? Please contact our music director, Jeff Bauman, at jbauman@yhc.edu.

The handbell choir rehearses Wednesday evenings (or at a time to determined) and normally plays during the 11:00 service. No experience necessary, but you must read music.

The Brasstown Ringers, a 16-member community handbell ensemble, will be in concert here at FUMC this Sunday, May 7th at 6 pm in the sanctuary. All donations received that night will be given to Blairsville’s Healing Hands Community Clinic.

Morning Glory Circle will be having a fudge sale on Mother’s Day after each service. Cost will be $5.00 per package. All proceeds will go to Isaiah 117 House.

Relay for Life is May 20, 2023 at the Union County Farmer’s Market from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend, even if you have not joined the team. Be sure to bring a chair, sunscreen and comfortable shoes! There will be fun, food and entertainment and the beautiful and touching Luminary lighting service at the end. If you would like to join our team, we would love to have you! You can join on-line at https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?pg=entry&fr_id=104833 Join this Relay, then FUMC.

We will be selling beautifully decorated Luminary bags in the Narthex on Sunday May 7th & 14th for $5.00 each. If you would like to make a donation in Memory or Honor of a friend or loved one, please make your check out to the Church and mark it RELAY FOR LIFE For more information, contact Glenda Taylor at 706-781-7528.

On June 17, Mac Powell will be performing at the Union County School’s Fine Arts Center as a benefit for the Isaiah 117 House of Union County. It is going to be a great time of worship and support to a local ministry that will help to change the way foster care begins in Union County.

Seating is limited and tickets are available now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-with-mac-powell-tickets-532711643867?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

The UMC Bishop is asking for input on the ministry of the District Superintendents and our District Strategic Growth Teams. You are invited to go to the link below and fill out the survery.

Visit the link

Please stop by and say a prayer over these quilts. Tying a knot lets the receiver know that people care and that we have prayed for them.

Stan and Tricia Wallace - as a remembrance of their time here at FUMC.

Chris Cuviello – hand was caught in a meat grinder at work. Healing and reconstructive surgery to follow.

MAC Walking Track Hours…

Monday-Thursday 8am - 4:30pm

Winter Pickleball Schedule!

The Blairsville Pickleball Club now plays on Mondays from 1:00pm til 4:00pm & Tuesdays from 1:00pm til 4:00pm. Everyone is welcome! Join us!

Fitness Classes For You!

“Tai Chi”: Led by Pat Tomzyck. Meets Tuesdays at 8:00am in room M-0 (First floor). Cost is $5.00 per class. Bring a mat!

“Christ-Centered” Yoga: led by Pat Tomzyck. Meets Tuesdays at 9:00am in room M-0 (First floor). Cost is $5.00 per class. Bring your own yoga mat.

Wayne Jones’ (Barbara’s husband) mom Dolores passed away last Thursday. Please keep Wayne and Barbara in your prayers.

Please Help Us at the church by keeping us informed of any sickness or procedures that you or any of our family members may be experiencing. You may contact Pastor Mack for your prayer requests at mack.riley@ngumc.net or call the church at 706-745-2073.

Prayer Concerns and Celebrations:

Please help us keep this list updated by notifying the office of any changes.

SPECIFIC:
Clint Blackmon - cancer
Eva Breedlove -recouping at home
Lyric Brogden’s friend Lu Millsaps - cancer diagnosis
Joyce Byers - numerous medical issues
Joyce Byers’ sister-in-law Shirley Kelley - had a mastectomy
Pat Clay’s brother Victor- health issues
Susan Forrester - hip surgery
Lamar Franklin -healing from broken ankle
Mitzi Gasaway - breast cancer
Jana Howe - recovering from cancer treatments
Cheri Hulke’s son Scott - health issues
Nancy Hussey’s sister Debbie Wilfert- cancer treatments
Wayne Jones (Kitty’s husband) - health issues
McKinley Majors - 4 year old heart patient
Laura Malsby - healing after fall while hiking, received stitiches
Jeanee and Jerry McJilton’s brother- cancer has returned
Evie Miller - eye has healed
Shannon Miller’s mom Wanda Pickelsimer
Patty Norwood’s son, Ryan-serious colon problems
Patty Norwood’s sister, Jan-lung problems
Ann Payne -recovering from rotator cuff surgery
Teresa Price’s grandson Isiah Arrant-long term recovery from burns
Jerry Roberson- under hospice care
Avis Shaw’s sister Mildred Elkin
AG Sherman’s sister Paula Holley - healing from a pit bull attack
April Southern’s mom (Laurel Denmon) - health issues and her dad (Michael Oxner) - health issues
David and Debbie Steed’s son-in-law Billy Cain- thru with treatments
Glenda Taylor’s granddaughter Kinsley - health issues
Ron Taylor - in hospice care at the nursing home
Carole Thompson - recovering from knee replacement surgery
Margaret Wise - under hospice care at her family’s home