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Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors.

The People of the United Methodist Church.

Please feel free to bring a friend!

Jan. 7—6 pm Regular Meeting; Kick-off 2018 Jan. 14—10 am BoVotions; 6 pm Game Night and Pack Bags Jan. 21—4:45 pm leave for January Journey Jan. 28—12 noon leave to go to lunch and a movie

Blessings, Blake

NEVER let lack of funds keep you from participating in Youth activities. Scholarships are available. Contact Blake (924-8294) or Vicki in the church office for information.

Central United Methodist Church Corner of Johnstone and Caldwell Streets

Newberry, South Carolina Phone: 803-276-3903; Fax 803-276-3905

E-mail: karen@centralumc.us E-mail: davidcsurrett@gmail.com

Volume 63 January 7, 2018 Issue 01

A STEPHEN MINISTRY CHURCH

www.centralumcnewberry.org

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY & NEEDING A PASTOR Reverend Surrett’s cell phone number is 864-710-3152 (All days except Friday & Sunday) Reverend Williams’ cell phone number is 803-321-7340. (Friday & Sunday)

Report of the Pastor on the State of the Church To the Charge Conference, 2017

Today I write this report for my 35th Charge Conference serving all over South Carolina from

coast to foothills. This year again, I repeat that the people of Newberry County and Central

United Methodist Church have welcomed us with a most unique and opened armed friendship

and grace. We are most, most grateful!

I have continued to make particular emphasis on pastoral care and counseling as has been

requested by the Committee on Staff Parish Relations and church leadership. This has included

a regular and consistent scheduled and recorded patterns of home and nursing facility visitation

along with hospitals. The church’s Nurture Pastor, The Reverend James H. Williams, has been

an invaluable help and resource in this critical aspect of ordained ministry. We also take Holy

Communion to shut-ins quarterly and always during Advent and Holy Week.

In the greater church beyond Central, I have also been tasked to guide the Greenwood District

Board of Church Location and Buildings as part of my extended ministry. I also serve as a

member of the Annual Conference Board of Ordained Ministry.

The Evangelism Work Area has been completely re-organized under the leadership of Chair,

Lillian Hoeschen. The work of this area is critical to the future and hopes of Central Church.

Reaching out to new worship guests must be the responsibility of all of us, not only the pastor

or staff.

A Communications Work Area has also been developed under the leadership of Coordinator,

Julia Hamilton Cotney. Julia has already completed tremendous ministry in the development

and continual updating of our website. Websites are the entry portal for many individuals who

seek out a church home. All successful churches today have strong communication and

publicity plans. Central is addressing this need.

In the staff area of the congregation, all Job Descriptions have been updated as have the

overall Employment Policies for Central Church.

Donna and I are very glad to be here and look forward to a joint ministry of growth, strength

and Christ’s Holy Spirit.

The Reverend David C. Surrett, Pastor

Contemporary Service Epiphany of the Lord

Jan. 7, 2018 9:00 am

Gathering/Passing of the Peace “We Three Kings”

The Visit of the Magi

*Praise and Worship in Music “God of Wonders”

*Scripture Lesson Matthew 2:1-12

Welcome, Announcements, Concerns, and Prayer

Offertory “ What Child Is This?”

*Song of Preparation “Mary Did You Know?”

Sermon “THOSE THREE” Rev. David Surrett

Holy Communion see screen

*Song of Sending Forth “Star of Wonder”

*Dismissal with Blessing

*Response of the People “Go Tell It on the Mountain”

Go Tell It on the Mountain

Go tell it on the mountain

over the hills and everywhere!

Go tell it the mountain

That Jesus Christ is born!

*Please stand as you are able.

The flowers in the chancel this Sunday have been given to the glory of God and in memory of Mr. & Mrs. Sam Hart, Sr.

and Mr. & Mrs. Bennett Hames, Sr. by Sam & Pam Hart.

FELLOWSHIP COFFEE FOR PERSONS WHO HAVE BEEN ATTENDING

CENTRAL CHURCH FOR RECENT MONTHS & FOR NEW MEMBERS…

Sunday, January 21, 10:15 am in the Pastor’s Study on Floor 4 of the Family Life

Center—Hosted by the Evangelism Work Area—Come find out all about Central,

meet the pastor and some church leaders.

2018 District Leadership Training Sunday, January 21, 2018

Lowell St. United Methodist Church, Greenwood 3:00—5:00 PM—Registration begins at 2:30 pm

Worship Begins at 3:00 pm and the breakout sessions at 3:30 pm

All church leaders are encouraged to attend.

PLEASE RSVP TO THE CHURCH OFFICE.

Transportation available-Leave at 1:30 pm

IMPORTANT DATES

Sun., January 7—Regular Worship Schedule Resumes

Tues., January 9—Newberry County Schools Resume from Winter Break

Wed., January 17—O & O (Orientation & Organization) Meeting in Henry Hall for ALL

(new & continuing) 2018 Committee Chairpersons at 7 pm

Wed., January 17—Wednesday Nights Resume at 6 pm in Henry Hall & Campus-Joyce Barrow leading Adult Study on Starting the New Year Out Right!

Sat., January 20—Central UMW hosts Greenwood District Training for United Methodist Women

Mon., January 22—7 pm-Worship Work Area Lent/Easter Planning

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WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY. Everyone is invited to join the group which meets each Wednesday at 10:30 am in the library. We are continuing our study of Genesis to Revelations. This week’s lesson is “Visions of Restoration”. Scripture: Zechariah 1-8. Leader: Audrey Henry.

Sun., Jan. 7 9:00 am Contemporary Service

10:00 am Sunday School

11:00 am Traditional Worship

5:30 pm January Journey (Central)

6:00 pm Youth

Mon., Jun. 8 10:00 am Circle 1 (Library)

Tue., Jan. 9 1:30 pm Springfield Friends

7:00 pm Spirit Seekers Circle

Wed., Jan. 10 10:30 am Wednesday Morning Bible Study

7:30 pm Chancel Choir Practice

JANUARY JOURNEY 2018 ”Jesus Sends Us”

Services will begin this year at 5:30 pm with a 15 minute hymn sing-please make note of the earlier start time. Non-perishable food items will be collected each Sunday for Manna House. Offering each Sunday will be split between the Newberry Free Clinic & Emergency Relief Fund. All services will end with fellowship and light refreshments.

January 7—Central-District Superintendent, Rev. Dr. Stephen Love January 14—Capers Chapel-George Reeder-Worship in Song January 21—Mt. Pleasant-Youth Night January 28—Wightman-Rev. R. T. Bowling, preaching; Special music by Central

Bus Transportation Available January 14, 21 & 28-Leaving at 4:45 pm

Registration is now open. Full weekend details are available online at

http://mennministrysc.org/2018-spiritual-weekend

Welcome to Central United Methodist Church Newberry, SC

Epiphany of the Lord

Jan. 7, 2018 Traditional Service-11 am White

The Prelude “Meditations for Christmas” arr. Mansfield The Chiming of the Hour The Lighting of the Altar Candles The Choral Call to Worship Chancel Choir *The Hymn “We Three Kings” No. 254

The Visit of the Magi The Opening Prayer (In Unison) O God, you made of one blood all nations that dwell on the face of the whole earth, and sent your blessed Son to preach peace to them that are afar off and to them that are near. Grant that all people everywhere may seek after you and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten your kingdom; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The Anthem Chancel Choir

*The Scripture Lesson Matthew 2:1-12 The Congregational Concerns Leader: O Lord, open thou our lips. People: And our mouths shall show forth thy praise. Leader: Praise ye the Lord. People: The Lord’s name be praised.

Pastoral Prayer The Announcements and Welcome The Offering “The Three Kings” Russell *Presentation of Tithes and Offerings Doxology No. 95 The Sermon “ THOSE THREE” Rev. David Surrett The Sacrament of Holy Communion Order II, Page 13, UM Hymnal *The Hymn “What Child Is This?” No. 219 *The Extinguishing of the Altar Candles *The Benediction *The Choral Response The Postlude “God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen” arr. Pethel

*Please stand as you are able.

Welcome to Central Church!! We are pleased that you are present for worship. May your faith be strengthened and your love renewed.

All are asked to sign the Friendship Pad so our church ministry will be up-to-date on your presence. Child care is available in the Education Building. Assistive listening devices are available in the vestibules.

New members are received by affirmation of their faith or by transfer from other Christian churches. If you are interested in be-coming a member of Central UMC, please contact the pastor (803-276-3903; davidcsurrett@gmail.com) or indicate your interest on the Friendship Pad. Guest bags with Central information and small gifts have been placed in the narthexes (entrances) for all first time local guests.

JOYS, PRAYERS, CARE AND CONCERN

MEMBERS: Cile Barber, Donnie Brown, Harriet Bruner, Bo Chrisley, Carolyn & Jim Clamp, Gay Davenport, Mary Dickert, Fran Eason, Alma Force, Lila Lake, Mary Lipscomb, Ethel Mayer, Liz MacDonald, Marjorie Morison, Bette Moseley, Nellie Richardson, Jackson Senn, Elizabeth Shannon, Harold Smith, Hugh Turner, Chris Wicker, Charles & Dean Young

FRIENDS OF CENTRAL: Kim Berley (daughter-in-law of Billy & Peggy Berley), Cody Carlton (son of Mary Ann Davis), Laurie Copps (niece of Trish MacDonald), Karen Derrick, J. C. Eleazer (brother of Carolyn Clamp), Dot Forbis (Joyce Barrow’s mother), Jennylee Foster (Lee Foster’s mother), Madison Gandy (Michelle Williams’ great-niece), Dan Kingston, Suzanne Mayer, Catherine McIntyre (Julia Cotney’s cousin), June Morris (Karen Lever’s Mother), Fred Buck Terry (Lilliam Hoeschen’s cousin), Mike Whitesides (son of Paulette Whitesides), John & Hattie Wilson (John Wilson’s parents)

To add or remove a name, please contact the church office.

The congregation is invited to bring finger foods for the January Journey service on January 7, 2018, to the church kitchen by 5:00 pm on January 7. Thank you for your contributions for this important event.

The United Methodist Men will meet on Sunday, January 21, at 8 am in Henry Hall. All men are invited to attend.

Thank you for your donation of $200.00 and for your support of the Lander Universi-ty Methodist Campus Ministry. Your support has helped get the campus ministry running after many years of being inactive. We could not be successful without your help and support. Sincerely, Albert Dukes, Treasurer-Lander University Methodist

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FINANCIAL REPORT

Weekly Budget Needs 2017 8,870.44

Received 12/31/17 7,354.00

2017 TOTAL BUDGET 461,263.00

2017 TOTAL RECEIVED 456,451.93

AMOUNT UNDER BUDGET -4,811.05

OTHER FUNDS RECEIVED

Bus Fund 20.00

Manna House 100.00

Upper Room 6.00

Discretionary Fund 5.00

Playground 2.00

ATTENDANCE 12/31/17

9 am 93

Sunday School 73

SERVING THIS WEEK

TRUSTEE (UNLOCK CHURCH) HAROLD FOLK

TRUSTEE (LOCK CHURCH) RICK ABBOTT

9:00 Service 11:00 Service

USHERS David DuBose

Steve Glenn

Harold Folk

Lee Foster

GREETERS Phil & Millie Livingston Jerry & Joyce Nolting

ACOLYTE Brendan Cruickshanks Jack Lawrence

CRUCIFER William McDonald Christina Lawrence

COMMUNION HELPER N/A John Rucker

LAY READERS Jayne Gayman Trish MacDonald

NURSERY Jami Harrison Kimberly Bonds

OFFERING

STEWARDS

David DuBose

Nancy Harvey

Jimmy Lever

Trish MacDonald

SOUND SYSTEM Nancy Harvey Ken Longshore

CHILDREN’S CHURCH Nancy Harvey/Sarah Harvey N/A

SPRINGFIELD FRIENDS January 9-Jennie DuBose

Due to the lack of people using offering envelopes, we will NOT be mailing envelopes this year. If you desire a box of OFFERING ENVELOPES FOR 2018, they are available in the vestibule to your right. Sign your name beside the number on the box. If you are shut-in and would like envelopes delivered to you, please call the church office 276-3903.