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The Methodist MessengerNewbern First United Methodist Church P. O. Box 72, Newbern TN 38059
Located at the corner of Main and Monroe Streets
Church Office Phone (731) 627-3386 Church Office Fax (731) 627-2261Church Email: [email protected]
Pastor’s Cell Phone (731) 613-3875 Pastor’s Milan Phone (731) 723-0098Pastor’s Email: [email protected]
Praise And WorshipSunday Morning Gathering – 9:30amSunday School for all ages - 9:45 amSunday Worship Service – 10:50 am
Wednesday ACTS– 5:30 pm – 7:00 pmWednesday Choir Practice – 7:15 pm
Church StaffRev. Gus Lohrum, Pastor
Mary Puraty, Office SecretaryBob Schlabach, Music Director
Liz Vantrease and Marilyn Schlabach, MusiciansJane Perry, Custodian
August 10th I will beginning a new sermon series entitled "RoadTrip." We will look at significant biblical roads and paths to examine theirsymbolic spiritual meaning to our lives. Here are the roads we'll betraveling:
August 10th: The Road of Joy, Luke 5:1-11August 17th: The Road of Courage, Joshua 1:1-19August 24th: The Road of Freedom, Luke 10:30-37August 31st: The Road of Humility, Jonah 1:1-3
If you have a story, a life experience of how God has worked in yourlife and it goes along with the theme of the sermon, I would love for you toshare that in worship. Maybe you have a friend that has an inspiring storyto share in worship. Perhaps someone could do a short skit? I have achallenge, could someone sing the song, Bless The Broken Road, by RacalFlats, that song has a great spiritual message. Worship is so much morehonoring of God when we bring our gifts and abilities together. Pleasekeep these themes in mind and if you have something to share, call meand we'll talk.
In Christ,Gus
August 2008
Harris Armstrong, cannot take the oral chemo any longer, tumor is not getting an smaller but it is notgrowing either. (16407 Zurraquin De Avila, Tampa, FL 33613)
Carolyn Bartee, will be having surgery August 7 (212 Clearview Acres, Newbern, TN 38059)Dixie Borden, (friend of Judy Gregory) is battling cancer, outlook at the present is not very good. (418
Forcum Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024)Shana Brainard, continuing chemo treatments (3381 Blair Road, Cleveland, TN 37312)Charles Caldwell, suffered a stroke affecting his right side, August 3 and is recovering at Cane Creek
(HealthSouth Cane Creek Rehab, 180 Mount Pelia Road, Martin, TN 38237, Home Address: 829Williams, Apt 2, Newbern, TN 38059)
Robert Caldwell, is adjusting to new medication and being on oxygen (105 Quincy, Newbern, TN 38059)Harry Cobb (Dyersburg Manor, 1900 Parr Ave, Room 200B, Dyersburg, TN 38024)Karen Clymer, battling cancer (6028 Lenox Nauvoo Rd, Dyersburg, TN 38024)Eva Christopher, suffering with kidney stones and other health problems (406 Edwards St, Newbern)Sue Daniels , (friend of Judy Gregory) is having some additional health problems after hearing that she had
a good report from a cancer scare.Paula Davidson (205 Monroe St., Newbern, TN 38059)Rev. Richard Denton, recovering from toes amputated surgery (108 West Main St., Greenfield, TN 38230)John and Martha Drane, Mr. John is home from Cane Creek (304 West Main St., Newbern, TN 38059)Bradley Dycus, grandson of Mary Dycus, is at MD Anderson for cancer treatmentsIrene Flack, has been having some mini strokes lately (315 Nora Drive, Newbern, TN 38059)Rowena Fuller (Country Cottage, 469 Weakley Creek Road, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464)Bob Grunert, continues cancer battle and treatment. The bone pain has decreased and the latest CAT scan
indicated some improvement in the liver. (48 Tulip Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024)Joyce Huie (Canterbury Place, 900 Hwy 51 ByPass, Dyersburg, TN 38024)Kenton Police Department, is currently shorthanded and needing additional personnel.Iva Leach (Ridgely Care, 117 North Main, Ridgely, TN 38080)Otis Lemons, prayer requests for health restorationPatti Matson, daughter of Gerald and Patsy Tidwell, continuing chemo treatments. Having a difficult time
with the effects of chemo (17719 Abby Lane, Spring, Texas 77379)Jean Palmer, sister of Jane Yarbro, has a number of health issues. (3100 Jenkinsville-Jamestown Road,
Dyersburg, TN 38024)Dorothy Pierce, having trouble with her blood pressure (401 West Main St., Newbern, TN 38059)Brenda Poor, need prayer, health not doing well lately (470 Ebenezer Road, Troy, TN 38260)Robert Arnett Poore is in failing health and is at his home (1629 Benson-Jones Way, Fulton, MS 38845)Ray Rines, has been diagnosed with cancerDorothy Ritter (Dyersburg Manor, Room 112, Parr Ave, Dyersburg, TN 38024)Barbara Roberts, will be going to some scheduled doctor appointments soon (296 Enochs Road, Newbern)Rommie Roberts, continues to recover from recent stroke and deal with other health problems (296 Enochs
Road, Newbern, TN 38059)Christopher Schlabach, grandson of Bob and Marilyn Schlabach, is undergoing several serious tests. (Bob
and Marilyn Schlabach, 925 Sam Houston St, Dyersburg, TN 38024)Bobbie Valentine, is having back problems (307 Parks St, Newbern, TN 38059)Matt Whitehouse, grandson of Gil and Bobbie Allen, has been deployed to Iraq. (10045 Trimble Road,
Trimble, TN 38259)Opal Wilkerson, mother of James Wilkerson (657 Hwy 105 East, Trimble, TN 38259)Buffy Worley, (friend of Judy Gregory) is experiencing some serious health problemsBea Young, is home following some days at Jackson General. Keep Mrs. Bea in your prayers (61 Johnny
Dodd Road, Newbern, TN 38059)Holly Woody, prayer requestedJo Wynn, sister of Jane Yarbro, is dealing with on-going health problems.Gladys Yandell, 312 West Main Street, NewbernBea Young, is home following a stay at Jackson General. (61 Johnny Dodd Road, Newbern, TN 38059)Anonymous - doctor appointments, tests and possible surgeryChurch and Community, many friends and family are facing health, medical, personal or career challenges.
PRAYER CONCERNS
Church Council MeetingsMonday, September 8Finance Meeting 6:00pm, Dinner 6:30pmCouncil Boasrd Meeting 7:00pm
Board of TrusteesAugust 18, at 6:00pm
Esther CircleAugust 25, 7:00pm, Fellowship HallEsther Circle contact: Patsy Tidwell 627-9452
Dorcas CircleAugust 18,1:30pm in Fellowship HallDorcas Circle contact: Jane Edwards 627-2883
Dorcas Circle Visitationmeet at the back parking lot at 1:30pm, August 25
Senior Ladies Game DayWednesday, August 20, Fellowship Hall, 11:00amcontact: Mary Puraty 627-3386
A.C.T.S.K-12 program will meet at 5:30– 7:00 in theon Wednesday evenings beginning Aug. 13
th.
Chancel ChoirWeekly practice in the Sanctuary, Wed at 7:15pm
Promotion SundayAugust 10 during Sunday morning worship
Pastor Parish Relations TrainingAll members of the PPR Committee are to meetMonday, August 11 at 6:30 for this session conductedby District Superintendent Stan Waldon
Deadline for September Newsletter Items & NewsMonday, September 1
Gifts To Our Church
In Memory Of Mrs. Drucilla HuieMr and Mrs Dan BrammerHelen Hines’ Sunday school classMr. and Mrs. Jack PateMr. and Mrs. Joel SimmonsMr. and Mrs. Billy StoverMr. and Mrs. Billy Yates
In Memory Of Mr. Morgan CaldwellMr and Mrs John DraneDr. and Mrs. Robert HaleyHelen Hines’ Sunday school classMen’s Bible Sunday school classMr. and Mrs. Robert McConnellMr. and Mrs. Rusty MorrisMr. and Mr. Jack PateMrs. Etta Caldwell PearsonMr. and Mrs. Owen WaldropMr. and Mrs. Steve Williams
In Memory Of Mrs. Bertie NewsomMr. and Mrs. John LucasMr. and Mrs. Robert MooreMr. and Mrs. Austin OdemMr. and Mrs. Billy Stover
In Honor of Jack and Jean Ann Pate
on their 50th
wedding anniversaryMr. and Mrs. Steve Williams
Sympathy and Prayers Are Extended To
The Family of
Drucilla Gardner Huie,
who passed away July 13.
John Huie300 Gibbons Road, Newbern, TN 38059
Jennifer Tucker206 East Broad Street, Dixon, TN 37055
Joe HuieKnoxville, TN
D.J. and Lou Ann (Cheatham) Perrywho were united in marriage
June 7, 2008729 Scenic Hills, Newbern, TN 38059
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Joshua and Emily (Orto) Medleywho were united in marriage
July 12, 2008Southaven, MS
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Duane and Liz (Vantrease) Pattersonwho were united in marriage
August 2, 2008931 Sam Houston, Dyersburg, TN 38024
Wedding
Congratulations To
Thanks To You
from
Joan Jones
and our
Youth and Children
Rejoice With
Singing & Praise
The Chancel Choir will provide solos andensembles during the summer months. They willstill provide responses but the regular anthemseason will resume in the fall.
If you know of a good soloist or a goodensemble group, please let Bob know so he canincorporate them into a summer church service.
Lifeline Bloodmobile ReportJuly 25, Lifeline made it’s scheduled stop at
Newbern First United Methodist. There were 35donations made and only 5 deferrals. Thanks to all whocontinue to support this life-saving program. Appreciationis also given to Betty Young, Rose Tillman and PatsySimmons who volunteered this month to sign-in blooddonors.
The Lifeline bloodmobile will be at our churchagain on Friday, September 26. Contact Betty Young foradditional information on how you can help.
Reelfoot Rural MinistriesReelfoot Rural MinistriesReelfoot Rural MinistriesReelfoot Rural MinistriesThe call went out to help with school supplies and
their mid-year food drive. Everyone at Newbern First andMt. Carmel answered the call by gathering canned items,pencils, notebooks, cereal and so much more. Monday,August 4th, there were 300 pounds of food, one kindermat and 17 bags of school supplies.
Much thanks to all who contributed items, thanks tothose who helped load up everything to be delivered andto thanks to John E. Bryant for attending to the delivery ofthese things to Reelfoot Rural Ministries.
MARK YOR CALENDARMARK YOR CALENDARMARK YOR CALENDARMARK YOR CALENDARSunday, September 21Sunday, September 21Sunday, September 21Sunday, September 21
Lambuth DayLambuth DayLambuth DayLambuth Day will be celebrated atNewbern First United Methodist Church
and we are honored to host
Firm Foundation QuartetFirm Foundation QuartetFirm Foundation QuartetFirm Foundation Quartet in concert.
* * UMCOR NEWS * *There will be forty-one health kits mailed to UMCOR this
month. This is made possible through the generosity of
many individuals who have given money and items for
these much needed kits.
Dear Christian Friends,Boy, what a summer! We had three
groups of youth that went to church campat Lakeshore. We had a car wash. I thinkthe adults did a good job washing. Theyouth were saving most of their energy forchurch camp.
We had a great time at Vacation BibleSchool. We want to thank Helen Enochsand Donna Uitendaal for the wonderfuldecorations – it just set the theme for us.R.C. Owen made some wonderful pictures.Check them out! They are posted in thehallway and in the fellowship hall. Wewant to thank the twenty-eight adults andthe eight Jr and Sr High’s that helped withour VBS. Boy, we had a goof time!Everyone that came out of a certain doorduring the VBS were talking about thepaper being dry though drenched withwater. What were they talking about,brother Gus?
We had a good time at the Jr-Sr HighWater War. We want to thank Mrs. Judyfor taking care of feeding us. Thanks to allof the parents who filled up the balloonsand for all of the props we had. It was fun!
Let’s all get excited about our YouthProgram. Our teachers and staff are readyto go.
We will start ACTS on the 2nd
Wednesday on August at 5:30pm. Thereis a lot planned that will be exciting for us.Keep our Youth Program in your prayers.Remember our your is the future of thechurch.
Drop by and see us any Wednesdaynight. You will be surprised by what yousee.
If you would like to volunteer, call Joananytime.
Home Phone: 731-627-2950Cell Phone: 731-445-2234
Mt. Carmel
Picnic Fellowship
What a wonderful time
everyone had at Mt. Carmel!
Delicious food, lots of
fellowship, great music, and
fun rides on the barrel train
and hay trailer. The weather
forecast was posted to
continue the July hot temps.
But, God did what God does
best. Around 5:30, a cooling
breeze came across the
beautiful country, making the
evening very pleasant and
comfortable.
An added treat for everyone
was seeing the lovely stain
glass windows that have been
placed in the sanctuary of Mt.
Carmel Church. The latest of
these glorious windows have
been made by local Yorkville
artist, Pam Locker.
Dyersburg District Mission TripA team will be going to Gulfport, Mississippi. They will be leaving Dyer County on Monday, September 29
and will be returning on Saturday, October 4. If you are interested in participating in this great venture, contactJudy Gregory 627-2553 or Bro. Stan Waldon 285-1066.
Covenant Discipleship WorkshopYou are invited to attend either workshop dates. The first opportunity will be on Saturday, October 4 at St.
Paul United Methodist Church in Memphis. Or you may whether attend the Saturday, October 18 workshop atUnion City First United Methodist Church. Both begin at 10:00am and will end around 3:00pm. Rev. StevenManskar will lead a Covenant Discipleship Worship for clergy and laity. Cost is $20.00 per person for this one-day session. Contact our church office 627-3386 is you are interested in attending. The workshop will coverstopics: What is Covenant Discipleship and where does it fit into the total life and ministry of our church? Howdo we start a Covenant Discipleship group, support it and grow in it?
Volunteers In MissionThe state of Iowa has been hit hard by recent flooding. The water is receding and now the clean-up phase
has begun. Are you interested in being part of a team that will be assisting in the clean-up? Contact Dan andJean Houston (515) 432-1226 or at [email protected]. You may keep abreast of the situation atwww.iaumc.org/volunteer.
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What do you do with old Sunday school literature, Christian pamphlets and magazines, Upper Room
publications or other similar printed material you no longer use? Have you ever thought if there were only
some place that could use these instead of them being thrown away? Well, there are two such projects!
Center UMC collects these types of materials to share with facilities such as the Dyer County Jail. Contact
Theresa Williams, [email protected].
Joan Jones, 627-2950, also shares these materials with residents of Wesley of Dyersburg Nursing Care.
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Bible Trivia (answers will be provided in the September newsletter)
BAPTISMS1. What magician came to be baptized by Philip?
(search Acts 8)
2. Who referred to the Israelites’ crossing of theRed Sea as a baptism? (search 1 Corinthians 10)
3. What tradeswoman was baptized by Paul andSilas? (search Acts 16)
4. How many people were baptized on the day ofPentecost? (search Acts 2)
5. What Roman official did Peter baptize? (search
Acts 10)
6. Where did Paul baptize 12 men who hadreceived the baptism of John? (search Acts 19)
7. What did John the Baptist tell the tax collectorswho came to him for baptism? (search Luke 3)
8. Which epistle mentions “one Lord, one faith,one baptism”
9. Which two epistles compare baptism to burial?
10. Which epistle says that the flood waters at thetime of Noah symbolize baptism?
Methodists Market
For RRMSaturday, August 23,7:00am – 11:00am
Fellowship Hall of theDyersburg First United Methodist
You are invited to bring bakeditems that can be sold in the BakeryShoppe. These goodies may bedelivered to the Fellowship Hallbetween the hours of 10:00am and4:00pm on Thursday, Augusts 21st
and Friday August 22nd.Make plans now to attend this
fun event on August 23rd. There willbe toys, linens, books, board games,seasonal decorations, homeaccessories, sports equipment,electronics and the delicious treats atthe Bakery Shoppe.
Contact Sharon Campbell 285-9201 or Judi Felkner 285-9220 foradditional details about the wonderfulevent for Reelfoot Rural Ministries.
