Weekly Reminders
"First Say No"
Luke 4:1-13, NIV
Rev. John Donaldson
Imagine in his ministry years, Jesus and his 12 disciples sitting by a campfire. Jesus says to his disciples, “let me tell you what happened when I was baptized by John. I was led by the Holy Spirit into the wilderness and led to fast for 40 days, then the devil came to tempt me.” “Not you Lord!” the disciples say together. “Yes me.” Jesus answers. And then Jesus describes his temptations. As he shares his disciples see many things – the reality that all are tempted, the way to answer temptations, the possibility of victory. Join us Sunday as we look closer at these temptations of Christ and the way to victory.
Blessings,
Pastor John
Blessings,
Pastor John
News & Announcements
Greetings from the Administrative Council and Trustees:
The leadership of the church has approved an update to our church logo. We agreed a unique logo was necessary and are pleased that our committee and artist chose our second floor stained glass as the logo. As a requirement of the Council, our Sign Maker has approved the final rendering and, under the direction of the Trustees, will complete the needed signage replacement work as budgeted.
The Council has also requested a 2-week Congregation review period in which we will accept your comments.
If you have questions or comments please send them to Donna Webb, Admin Council Chairperson, dw8444drose@gmail.com.
Please click labeled "Logo Update" to see other versions of the logo and how it will look on the building and other marketing materials.
The leadership of the church has approved an update to our church logo. We agreed a unique logo was necessary and are pleased that our committee and artist chose our second floor stained glass as the logo. As a requirement of the Council, our Sign Maker has approved the final rendering and, under the direction of the Trustees, will complete the needed signage replacement work as budgeted.
The Council has also requested a 2-week Congregation review period in which we will accept your comments.
If you have questions or comments please send them to Donna Webb, Admin Council Chairperson, dw8444drose@gmail.com.
Please click labeled "Logo Update" to see other versions of the logo and how it will look on the building and other marketing materials.
Would You Like to Be Prayed For?
On the first Sunday of each month, the Prayer Team will meet in the chapel at 10:15 a.m. We will be praying for those on the prayer list and for any individuals who would like to receive prayer.
REMINDER
ENTRANCE TO CHURCH FACILITY ON SUNDAY
The safety and security team has identified the following entrances for use on Sunday mornings.
8:00 a.m. - Crossroads Connection Center Rear Doors Unlocked
9:30 a.m. - Fellowship Hall Doors Unlocked
9:30 a.m. - Sanctuary Narthex Doors Unlocked
11:00 a.m. - All doors are locked except the Sanctuary Narthex doors.
Please use these entrances only to help us monitor access to the church facility. Thank you for your help in maintaining a safe environment for our children and congregation to worship.
Mike McGarity,
Director of Security
The Classic City Band
Judge Tom Hodges and The Classic City Band are performing their spring concert titled “Monuments” this Sunday, March 9 at 3:00 p.m. in the Hodgson Hall of UGA. Good luck, Tom!
Evening Chapel Service
Romans 12:1-8
The option isn’t whether we will conform; it's to whom we will conform.
Reasonable service or rational thinking is what sets us apart from the animal kingdom. It’s what gives us the ability to choose righteousness, to choose to sacrifice for others, to choose to be humble, and to deny ourselves -- to discipline ourselves. Still, how many people do we see behaving like a clowder of cats at feeding time?
Sacrificial living is not only a conscious decision, it also displays a change in character. When believers offer their entire self to God, the way they relate to the world changes dramatically. This is something to ponder during Lent.
How do YOU personally respond to self-denial?
Grace & Peace,
Pastor Ron
On the first Sunday of each month, the Prayer Team will meet in the chapel at 10:15 a.m. We will be praying for those on the prayer list and for any individuals who would like to receive prayer.
REMINDER
ENTRANCE TO CHURCH FACILITY ON SUNDAY
The safety and security team has identified the following entrances for use on Sunday mornings.
8:00 a.m. - Crossroads Connection Center Rear Doors Unlocked
9:30 a.m. - Fellowship Hall Doors Unlocked
9:30 a.m. - Sanctuary Narthex Doors Unlocked
11:00 a.m. - All doors are locked except the Sanctuary Narthex doors.
Please use these entrances only to help us monitor access to the church facility. Thank you for your help in maintaining a safe environment for our children and congregation to worship.
Mike McGarity,
Director of Security
The Classic City Band
Judge Tom Hodges and The Classic City Band are performing their spring concert titled “Monuments” this Sunday, March 9 at 3:00 p.m. in the Hodgson Hall of UGA. Good luck, Tom!
Evening Chapel Service
Romans 12:1-8
The option isn’t whether we will conform; it's to whom we will conform.
Reasonable service or rational thinking is what sets us apart from the animal kingdom. It’s what gives us the ability to choose righteousness, to choose to sacrifice for others, to choose to be humble, and to deny ourselves -- to discipline ourselves. Still, how many people do we see behaving like a clowder of cats at feeding time?
Sacrificial living is not only a conscious decision, it also displays a change in character. When believers offer their entire self to God, the way they relate to the world changes dramatically. This is something to ponder during Lent.
How do YOU personally respond to self-denial?
Grace & Peace,
Pastor Ron
Women's Bible Study
LADIES, you are invited to begin a new study! Priscilla Shirer's Jonah, Navigating a Life Interrupted. This is a 7 session study. You can purchase the workbook from your favorite book source. The study will begin Sunday, March 9th, at 6:30 p.m. in the Bozeman Building. (No preparation is necessary for the first class)
LADIES, you are invited to begin a new study! Priscilla Shirer's Jonah, Navigating a Life Interrupted. This is a 7 session study. You can purchase the workbook from your favorite book source. The study will begin Sunday, March 9th, at 6:30 p.m. in the Bozeman Building. (No preparation is necessary for the first class)
EC Food Ministry
It is Food Ministry week! Volunteers are needed at the EC Food Ministry Warehouse starting at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 13 to help pack the boxes, and then again on Saturday morning at 6 a.m. to help hand out the food boxes. The ministry is located at Concord UMC, 2515 Harmony Rd., Elberton, GA.
It is Food Ministry week! Volunteers are needed at the EC Food Ministry Warehouse starting at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 13 to help pack the boxes, and then again on Saturday morning at 6 a.m. to help hand out the food boxes. The ministry is located at Concord UMC, 2515 Harmony Rd., Elberton, GA.
The Health Meets Hope 5k will be on Sunday, March 16 from 3-5 pm at McWilliams Park. First Methodist youth will be serving snow cones that day! If you are interested in participating in the 5k, please visit friendsofadvantage.org. Even if you are not participating in the 5k, we encourage you to come out and enjoy the many family friendly activities that are planned for the day!]
Community Meal
Elberton First, Bethlehem, Woodlawn, Middleton, Coldwater, Frances Asbury, and Ruckersville are joining together to serve a community meal on Sunday, March 23rd from 1-2 p.m. at the Rock Gym.
The meal is catered for chicken strips, green beans, and mac and cheese. The churches have divided up the cost for the caterer - but we need your help!
Each church is providing 10 desserts, 3 gallons of tea, and 3 gallons of water.
Woodlawn is bringing all the rolls and our church is supplying the paper goods out of missions’ budget.
We also need help that day serving the food, helping with drinks, and cleaning up.
We have no idea how many will come, but planning for 300.
If you can help, please contact PJo Phelps, at 706-318-0785 / phelpspj787@gmail.com or let the church office know.
But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.
-Hebrews 13:16
Elberton First, Bethlehem, Woodlawn, Middleton, Coldwater, Frances Asbury, and Ruckersville are joining together to serve a community meal on Sunday, March 23rd from 1-2 p.m. at the Rock Gym.
The meal is catered for chicken strips, green beans, and mac and cheese. The churches have divided up the cost for the caterer - but we need your help!
Each church is providing 10 desserts, 3 gallons of tea, and 3 gallons of water.
Woodlawn is bringing all the rolls and our church is supplying the paper goods out of missions’ budget.
We also need help that day serving the food, helping with drinks, and cleaning up.
We have no idea how many will come, but planning for 300.
If you can help, please contact PJo Phelps, at 706-318-0785 / phelpspj787@gmail.com or let the church office know.
But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.
-Hebrews 13:16
District Men's Retreat
Our district of the North Georgia Global Methodist Church is hosting a Men’s retreat. Join your brothers in Christ for a Saturday of learning and growing in faith as we consider what it means to be a man who follows Jesus in today’s world. The date is Saturday, March 29th from 9am to 3pm at the Sanford Community Center in Hull, Georgia. It costs $15 per person to attend and lunch will be provided. Andy Postell is the guest speaker. For more information and to register, please visit the events page on the church website.
Our district of the North Georgia Global Methodist Church is hosting a Men’s retreat. Join your brothers in Christ for a Saturday of learning and growing in faith as we consider what it means to be a man who follows Jesus in today’s world. The date is Saturday, March 29th from 9am to 3pm at the Sanford Community Center in Hull, Georgia. It costs $15 per person to attend and lunch will be provided. Andy Postell is the guest speaker. For more information and to register, please visit the events page on the church website.
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