"Genuine Faith"
James 2:14-18, NIV
Rev. John Donaldson
According to a survey from Lifeway, 72 percent of those who do not attend church claim that one reason they do not attend Is that the church is “full of hypocrites.” Why would people think such a thing? What does it take for our faith to be seen genuine? James gets to the root of the issue in our scripture this week, James 2:14-18. Join us to worship in person at 9 or 11 a.m. or join us online via the livestream on Facebook and YouTube.
Blessings, Pastor John
Blessings, Pastor John
News & Announcements
Funeral Service for Mr. Barry Haston
This Sunday at 3 p.m. the funeral for Barry Lanier Haston will be held here at Elberton First Methodist. Barry, who attended here in his youth, was a veteran of the Coast Guard, and worked many years in public safety, culminating in his 12 years as the Sheriff of Elbert County. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Haston family.
This Sunday at 3 p.m. the funeral for Barry Lanier Haston will be held here at Elberton First Methodist. Barry, who attended here in his youth, was a veteran of the Coast Guard, and worked many years in public safety, culminating in his 12 years as the Sheriff of Elbert County. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Haston family.
Song Sermon On September 29th
Next Sunday, September 29, national & internationally known singer, Ralph Freeman will be sharing a Song Sermon at a special 10 a.m. Worship Service. Mr. Freeman has been in music ministry since 1998, singing before Presidents and Popes, and he has developed Song-Sermons, as a new and creative way to share the gospel. There will be one combined service meeting in the Crossroads Connection Center. Following the service please stay and enjoy lunch in the church Fellowship Hall. The church is providing chicken and ham. If you are planning to attend the meal, please sign up using the form in the Crossroads Connection Center or the Sanctuary, indicating how many will be attending and what you are bringing to share.
Next Sunday, September 29, national & internationally known singer, Ralph Freeman will be sharing a Song Sermon at a special 10 a.m. Worship Service. Mr. Freeman has been in music ministry since 1998, singing before Presidents and Popes, and he has developed Song-Sermons, as a new and creative way to share the gospel. There will be one combined service meeting in the Crossroads Connection Center. Following the service please stay and enjoy lunch in the church Fellowship Hall. The church is providing chicken and ham. If you are planning to attend the meal, please sign up using the form in the Crossroads Connection Center or the Sanctuary, indicating how many will be attending and what you are bringing to share.
Mission Emphasis for September and October
We will begin collecting hoodies in September and October. They can be new or used (in good condition) from kids who have already outgrown them, and they can be any size. Beginning in September, bins will be located in the Crossroads Connection Center and Sanctuary entrances to drop off.
We will begin collecting hoodies in September and October. They can be new or used (in good condition) from kids who have already outgrown them, and they can be any size. Beginning in September, bins will be located in the Crossroads Connection Center and Sanctuary entrances to drop off.
Picture Days!
Elberton First Methodist is going to create a new photo directory! We are doing it as an in-house project this year. We will be taking pictures of church members as individuals or in family groups on October 6th and 20th. Put it on your calendar, just like in High School, you don’t want to miss a picture day!
Elberton First Methodist is going to create a new photo directory! We are doing it as an in-house project this year. We will be taking pictures of church members as individuals or in family groups on October 6th and 20th. Put it on your calendar, just like in High School, you don’t want to miss a picture day!
Jaukeem Fortson has blessed Elberton First with his God-given talent since September 2023! His voice has touched the lives of many and now will touch the lives of people across America as he performs on The Voice this season! The show premiers on Monday, September 23rd at 8pm. There will be a community watch party in the Granite Bowl on Monday night where the show will be aired on the matrix board! Gates will open at 7:30pm with free admission. The concession stands will be open. Please come and cheer on Jaukeem this Monday night!
Ad Council Meeting
The Administrative Council meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, September 19th, has been rescheduled to Thursday, September 26th, at 6:30pm.
The Administrative Council meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, September 19th, has been rescheduled to Thursday, September 26th, at 6:30pm.
The Global Methodist Church Convening General Conference began on Friday, September 20th, and will continue through Thursday, September 26th. It is an exciting time for the GMC! Please pray for the conference leaders, delegates, and attendees. To watch the conference live, click the button below.
Sign-up to Receive Emails from the NGGMC
The North Georgia Conference now has a conference newsletter. Everyone is encouraged to sign up to receive the newsletter to keep up with the latest news and events in the North Georgia GMC. Click the button below to register.
The conference is also asking for suggestions on the newsletter's name and for a chance to win a $50 gift card. Please send submissions to info@ngagmc.org by 10/15/24, and the winner will be announced in the November Newsletter.
The North Georgia Conference now has a conference newsletter. Everyone is encouraged to sign up to receive the newsletter to keep up with the latest news and events in the North Georgia GMC. Click the button below to register.
The conference is also asking for suggestions on the newsletter's name and for a chance to win a $50 gift card. Please send submissions to info@ngagmc.org by 10/15/24, and the winner will be announced in the November Newsletter.
Evening Chapel Service
When the going gets rough, the rough run and hide. Romans 5:1-5. Please join us this Sunday at 6pm. We would love to see you!
When the going gets rough, the rough run and hide. Romans 5:1-5. Please join us this Sunday at 6pm. We would love to see you!
Thank you, Sybil!
We want to say a special thank you to Sybil McMullan for all the work she has done in the office and her commitment to Elberton First Methodist. Please lift her up in prayer as she has knee surgery, and be sure to thank her for her years of dedication!
We want to say a special thank you to Sybil McMullan for all the work she has done in the office and her commitment to Elberton First Methodist. Please lift her up in prayer as she has knee surgery, and be sure to thank her for her years of dedication!
Upcoming Meetings & Events
Sunday, September 22
9:00 am - Crossroads Service
10:00 am - Sunday School
11:00 am - Traditional Service
3:00 pm - Funeral for Barry Lanier Haston
6:00 pm - Evening Chapel Service
Tuesday, September 24
7:00 am - Biscuits & Bibles
6:00 pm - Bible Study (Conference Room or virtual)
Wednesday, September 25
5:30 pm - Wesley Ringers Rehearsal (Bell Choir Room)
6:00 pm - 1st Kids & 1st Youth
6:00 pm - Praise Band Rehearsal
7:00 pm - Community Christmas Cantata Practice
Thursday, September 26
7:30 am - Lumberjacks Men’s Bible Study
6:30 pm - Ad Council Meeting
9:00 am - Crossroads Service
10:00 am - Sunday School
11:00 am - Traditional Service
3:00 pm - Funeral for Barry Lanier Haston
6:00 pm - Evening Chapel Service
Tuesday, September 24
7:00 am - Biscuits & Bibles
6:00 pm - Bible Study (Conference Room or virtual)
Wednesday, September 25
5:30 pm - Wesley Ringers Rehearsal (Bell Choir Room)
6:00 pm - 1st Kids & 1st Youth
6:00 pm - Praise Band Rehearsal
7:00 pm - Community Christmas Cantata Practice
Thursday, September 26
7:30 am - Lumberjacks Men’s Bible Study
6:30 pm - Ad Council Meeting
Giving & Attendance Report
Sunday, September 8, 2024
General Fund
Contributions this week....................................... $5,118.55
Contributions to date........................................ $303,552.07
Contributions this week....................................... $5,118.55
Contributions to date........................................ $303,552.07
Attendance Report
In-Person Worship .............................................................143
Sunday School.................................................................... 55
Online................................................................................... 312
In-Person Worship .............................................................143
Sunday School.................................................................... 55
Online................................................................................... 312
Thank you all for your generous, faithful, and sacrificial giving. All donations help! We need to average $8,940 per week to meet the 2024 Budget.
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