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THE VILLAGE METHODIST A WEEKLY PUBLICATION OF AUBURN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Volume 31 February 16, 2017 Number 06 P.O. Box 3135
Auburn, AL 36831-3135
Office: (334) 826-8800
NON-PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE
PAID Permit No. 83
Auburn, AL 36830
Return Service Requested
In Worship This Sunday
College Ministry
From the Pastor’s Study New Members and Baptisms
Children’s Ministry
Dr. Cory Smith and Rev. Charles Cummings
Be Ye Perfect
Matthew 5:38–48
8:00 Traditional Message - Dr. Cory Smith
Music by: Women’s Ensemble, Debbie Johnson, soloist
9:30 Chapel Message - Rev. Charles Cummings
Music by: Women’s Ensemble, Debbie Johnson, soloist
9:30 Celebration Message - Dr. Cory Smith
11:00 Traditional Message - Dr. Cory Smith
Music by: Chancel Choir w/ Debbie Johnson, soloist
11:00 Resonate Message - Rev. Charles Cummings
11:00 Korean Worship Message - Rev. Yun Goo Kang
8:00 - 8:30 Joanna Reaves
9:00 - 9:30 Dottie Bagwell
Prayer Vigil for February 19, 2017 As part of our special emphasis on prayer, AUMC has established a
continuous prayer vigil each Sunday morning from 8:00am until 12:00pm.
10:30 - 11:00 Shannon Brandt
11:00 - 11:30 Mary Ann Stiles
Singles Ministry
February 25– Mardi Gras—AUMC Epworth Center—6:30pm
(Covered Dish)
Sunday Morning Study—9:30am—Room B234
Yard Sale Collections
We are collecting goods for our annual Singles Missions Yard Sale
Fundraiser. Help us make this year's yard sale the biggest fundraiser
of the year. Support Singles Mission by cleaning out the attic,
basement, and closets and donating your unwanted items to the sale.
No large appliances or clothes, please. Pick up available.
For more information about these events contact the AUMC Singles office,
334-826-8800 or [email protected]
United Methodist Women - UMW
Spring Break Mission Trip: We’ll be doing flood relief 3/10-14 in South
Carolina. Contact Matt Duffett, [email protected], if you’re interested in
hearing more about it.
Regular Events
Worship Night - Thursdays @ 7:00pm in the Chapel
Sunday School @ 9:45am in The College Room
Freshmen Connect - Sundays @ 7:00pm in The College Room
College Prayer - Wednesdays @ 7:15am in The College Room
Group Lunch - Wednesdays @ 11:00am at the Foy Food Court
To join a Life Group, contact Braxton at [email protected]
To join a Family Connect Group, contact William at
Follow us on social media! Twitter: @AUMCCollege; FB: “AUMC College
Ministry”; Instagram: @aumc_college.
For more information about the AUMC College Ministry contact Nick Melton
Morgan Preston was
baptized on February 12.
She is pictured here with
her parents, Rob and
Nikki Preston. We
warmly welcome you to
our church family here at
AUMC.
Erica and Jared Smith
joined the church on
February 5. They are
pictured here with their
son Dallas who was
baptized on February 12.
Erica is a counselor at
Auburn University and
Jared is a Service Advisor
at Autonation Ford. She
transfers her membership from Parkway Heights UMC in
Hattiesburg, MS. He transfers his membership from First
Baptist Church, Bucatunna, MS. We are delighted to
welcome you to our church family here at AUMC.
Bethany and Andrew
Lanier joined the church
on February 12. They
are pictured here with
their children Sadie-Mae
and Owen. Bethany is a
graduate student at
Auburn University and
Andrew is a police
officer for Auburn. She
transfers her membership
from Keysville UMC in Keysville, VA. He transfers his
membership from First Baptist Spartanburg, SC. We
warmly welcome you to our church family here at AUMC.
Dear Friends,
Mark Twain once said this about the Bible: “I have no problem with those parts of the
Bible I don’t understand. It’s those parts of the Bible I do understand that give me fits.”
As we have read together the Sermon on the Mount in recent weeks, some of you may
feel the same. The words of Jesus challenge and inspire us all.
In recent days, we have read of how Jesus blesses the poor in spirit, the meek, those who
mourn, the persecuted, and those who hunger and thirst for God. We have heard Jesus call
his followers “salt and light,” and then call his followers to season the world and shine
their lights for God’s glory. We have also heard teachings on anger, lust, adultery, and the
importance of being wise “stewards of our words.” At times we may feel the need to nod
in agreement with Mark Twain, some of these readings, “give us fits.”
When we take these verses one by one, these teachings are tough! It does not seem fitting
or possible at times to live as a peacemaker, to speak language that is salted with grace
and love, or to pray for those who are our enemies. At times when Jesus speaks we may
even feel like Nicodemus in John’s gospel who heard Jesus teach and finally threw up his
hands in wonder saying, “How can these things be?” (John 3:9)
The good news is that we are not alone in this walk. God is with us. When we read the
full Sermon on the Mount and listen to the words of Jesus in Matthew 5–7, we discover
the teaching on prayer, the call to live in each moment seeking first God’s Kingdom, and
the truth that Jesus is our Lord. This is news that saves us all. This is news that is truly life
changing.
I invite you to continue your reading of the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7), for we
will focus on “parts of the Bible” again this Sunday.
Grace and peace,
Cory
At our recent Call to Prayer and Self-Denial
meeting Mary Richburg, Auburn UMC, United
Methodist Women’s President, presented a
Mission Recognition Pin to Carol Icenogle for her
many years of loyal service to UMW.
United Methodist Women Conference Annual
Day at Blue Lake. These members of Auburn
UMC, UMW attended the event. Friday night’s
theme was on Human Trafficking. Saturday,
following the business session, Bishop David
Graves was the keynote speaker and he also
served communion.
252 Xtreme and Rooted will NOT meet this Sunday, February 19
Children Sing in Worship
March 5, 9:30 Celebration
All Sanctuary services on April 30
We Need Large Cardboard Boxes!
Contact a member of the children’s ministry team to donate your old
boxes.
Kindermusik Classes
Contact Michelle Stearns for details about classes geared for your
child, [email protected]
AUMC exists to OFFER Christ, NURTURE one another, and SERVE all.
Serving in Worship this Week
Jubilee Ministry (Age 60 Plus or Younger Youth Ministry
Acolytes: 8:00 - Sarah Kate Sanderson, Jake Wurtz; 9:30 Chapel - Miranda
Mabrey, Kaitlyn Stewart; 11:00 Sanctuary - Catherine Finch, Matthew Bullington
Scripture Readers: 8:00 - Jack Burkhalter; 9:30 Chapel - Mary Catherine Colley;
11:00 - Bob Bennett
Ushers: 8:00 - Denny Marple, Susan Nunnelly, Jim Carroll, Craig Leonard
9:30 Chapel - Randy Gourdouze, Paul Register, Jordan Moseley 9:30 Celebration - Fred Callahan, Liz DiOrio, Michael Jones, Max King
11:00 Sanctuary - Brian Mosholder, John Francisco, Bucky Ayers, Mike Brackin,
J.O. Conway, Joseph Essamuah-Quansah, Andrew Garner, John Helms, David
Smalley Assimilation Team: 8:00 - Nancy Barron; 9:30 Celebration - Jessica & Andrew
Taylor; 11:00 Sanctuary - Linda Gillespie; 11:00 Resonate - Sue Ann Fox Flowers in the Sanctuary are given in loving memory of my parents, Mr. and Mrs.
Harry Griffin, by Anne Horne and family.
Record of Faithfulness
Weekly Worship Attendance 1,448
Sunday School Attendance 787
Operating Budget $ 3,918,676.00
Received 2/12/17 $ 66,167.78
Total Rec’d to date for 2017 $ 484,282.11 Mark your calendars! Women’s retreat
April 28 and 29, 2017
Creekside Lodge, Lake Martin
More information to come!!
Contact Lauren Palmer: [email protected]
We need volunteers to serve as Greeters and Hosts. You will serve 20
minutes once a month before one of the worship services as a Host in
the lobbies, or a Greeter at the entrances 20 minutes three months a
year. Contact Sally Granberry 826-8800 ext. 268 for more information
and orientation.
Needed: Additional Greeters and Hosts
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Tuesday, February 28
6:00pm in Fellowship Hall
Mark your calendars! Begin the season of Lent with this time of fellowship
with your church family!
RSVP - Church office, 826-8800. Questions: Sarah Goolsby, [email protected]
Sign up for NEW Church Directory It is time for a NEW Church Directory!
Please help us compile a much-needed new church
directory by signing up to have your family
photographed.
Each individual/family will receive a complimentary
8x10 photo and a free directory just for participating.
You will have the opportunity to purchase additional
portraits, but are not required to do so.
Please visit one of our sign-up stations in Hamill
Court or Mathison Lobby or sign-up online at AUMC.net.
Jacquie Cruz will be featured in concert on Sunday, February
19 at 3:00pm coinciding with the release of her new album,
“Hopefull” produced by Derric Johnson in Orlando. The new
album features many inspirational favorites masterfully
arranged by Derric Johnson and Mary McDonald including
“The Rose,” “The Lord’s Prayer,” “You’ll Never Walk Alone,”
“Impossible Dream,” and many more favorites. Also featured will be Kay Lee on
violin. Don’t miss this exciting premiere performance by one of our own! A love
offering will be received and autographed CD’s will be available for the first time
on that day.
Jacquie Cruz in Concert Sunday, February 19
Around the World Weekend – Register Now!
Join us for a weekend-trip for all age groups that
provides an opportunity to participate in hands-on
activities with an international perspective and learn
about basic and simple Appropriate Technologies. We
will be staying in SIFAT’s lodge in Lineville, AL. It
includes a full kitchen, bunk beds, and plenty of
bathrooms. For the ultimate majority world experience, you are welcome to spend
Saturday night in the global village country of your choice. March 31-April 2.
For more info or to sign up contact Keith Foster [email protected] 334-319-6024
or Caroline Garner [email protected] 404-839-1818.
Missions
My Jerusalem – Saturday, March 4—Sign up Now!
Join us for a community-wide workday, which will start with
breakfast and devotional at First Baptist Opelika at 7:30am.
Projects include home repair, children’s block parties, cookie
outreach, and compassion visits. If you are interested in serving
in any of these ways contact Keith Foster [email protected]
334-319-6024 or Caroline Garner [email protected]
404-839-1818 to get signed up.
Let’s Get Active
Come enjoy low impact exercise with us Tuesday and Thursday
mornings at 8:30am for 45 minutes in the Annex. Remember you
will rust out before you wear out so get up and come join us.
Yoga
This group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Annex for
45 minutes beginning at 8:30am. Come give it a try.
Threads of Love
Ladies will meet Thursday, February 23, 1:00-4:00pm in the
Annex, D-102.
Members will work on items for missions.
Just for Fun
The Dominoes group meets Thursday, February 23,
10:00-12:00pm in C179.
New members are welcome.
Red Hat Society
Ladies will meet at MaFia’s Restaurante and Pizzeria,
811 S Railroad Ave, Opelika, on Thursday, February 23.
Please make your reservation with the church receptionist
(826-8800) by Tuesday, February 21.
Newcomers and Visitors Are Always Welcome! For more information
contact the Jubilee Ministry Office (826-8800, Ext. 281).
Prayerful Concerns
Lent Studies! “Christ Is For Us” Explore God’s saving and redeeming love during this Lenten season
with this 7-week study of the lectionary Scripture readings for Lent and
Easter. Be guided into a better understanding of these Scriptures, as
they call us to embrace God’s salvation and the new life offered to us
through Christ. Delve deeply into the Scripture passages on which Cory
and Charles will be preaching!
Mondays, 12:00-1:00, beginning February 27, led by Cory Smith
and Charles Cummings - RSVP for $7.00 lunch! (by Friday,
February 24) [email protected], in Fellowship Hall
Sundays, 5:00-6:30pm, beginning March 5, led by Chris Kelsey,
in A115
Additional times during the week TBA
AUMC Blood Drive AUMC is hosting a BLOOD DRIVE
Sunday, February 19, 8:00am – 2:00pm
in the Bloodmobile
Outside the Epworth Building across from Burger King and Tiger Rags.
In the Youth Center February19
Sunday School at 9:30 and 11:00am.
No MYF due to President’s Day Holiday February 26 Baptism Service
6:00-7:00pm, we will have a Baptism Service in conjunction with Winter
Retreat. Please contact Marc [email protected], or Jill if you are interested in
being baptized. Morning Studies
Tuesdays, 7:00am in the Youth Center, Sr. High, 10th-12th grades.
Thursdays, 7:00am in the Youth Center, Jr. High, 7th-9th grades. Parents
drop off your child and we will drive them to their school. D-Group Mission Days
This spring we will have D-Group Mission Days every Saturday through
April 29. Mission Days are for D-Groups to serve in our community.
If your D-Group would like to sign-up for a Mission Day go to
www.tinyurl.com/missiondays. Youth Sunday School Table Leaders
For Spring Semester, we are looking for adult and college volunteers to help
lead table discussions during 9:30 Youth Sunday School each week.
There is no prep work involved and one of our youth interns will be the
master teacher for each class.
Volunteers can lead just once or as many times as you would like
to. To sign up to be a table leader, go to http://bit.ly/tableleadersignup. For Youth Activities, follow our social media and online calendar.
Go to www.aumc.net/youth.
Like our Facebook page: Auburn UMC Youth Ministry.
Follow us on Instagram @AuburnUMCYouth. AUMC Youth Office, Marc Baugh, Sarah Buck, or Jill Perry,
334-826-8800, ext. 223 or [email protected].
as of February 13, 2017
In EAMC: Wayne Mitcham; Harmon Straiton Recently released from the hospital: Sig Olson; Jean Turney; John
Waters
In Birmingham: Gayla Sellers’ granddaughter Sellers Philpott
In Houston: Chuck and Annette Ludwig’s daughter Kristi Ludwig Kline
In Virginia: Sharon Williams’ brother AUMC Family Concerns: Chris Adams; Josh Adams; Phillip Adamson;
Talmadge and Mary Balch; Gordon Barksdale; Anita Beatty; Tom
Bingham; Ron Bodeen; Ben Bowden; Charlotte Brennan; Betty Broach;
Jim Chaki; Jean Chapman; Sylba Cleveland; Paul and Dixie Conner; Earl
Crutchfield; Bill Curtis; James DeWitt; Jackie Diener; Mike DiOrio;
Marjorie Draper; Emma Lou Duffel; John Dunkelberger; Virginia
Edwards; Lynn Franklin; Wendy Franklin; Pat Gibson; John Gittings;
Diane Gjerstad; Michelle Granberry; Casey Hamilton; Wayne Houston;
Agnes Jones; Mary Ellen Klinner; Emily Lacy; Kathryn Lucius; Pam
LaMar; Barbara Marsee; Richard Marsee; Donny Marshall; Allen McCord;
Sam McCord; Patrick Morrow; Mo Moseley; Ann Neighbors; Grace
Prince; Wilner Richards; Jack Smith; Ellsworth Steele; Glenn Thompson;
Mark Waldrip; Nell Wetzel; Tom White; Betty Wittel; Alexis Yount. Extended Concerns: Kon Adams; Justin and Brittany Alexander’s
daughter (Jordan Claire); Liz Baker’s brother (Coven Shivers); Brooke
Ballard’s mother (Debbie Askew); Pamela Boyd’s sister-in-law (Betsy
Copeland); Pat Brackin’s brother (Gus Lane); Joe Carlton’s father
(Howard Carlton); Carolyn Carr’s nephew (Jason Carr); Chester and Edna
Carroll’s daughter (Meg Rheubottom); Eloise Carter’s mother-in-law
(Frances Brunson) and brother-in-law (Tom Carter); Sonny Carter;
Douglas Chamblee; Sherry Clark; Jennifer Clegg’s mother (Joanna Jones);
Jennifer Cleiland’s father (Clem Matlock); Bobbie Clevenger’s brother
(Homer Dillard); Katie Corbitt’s father (Bill Hughes); Thomas Corbitt’s
grandfather (Roy Corbitt); Susan Corley; Bill Curtis’ brother (Ken Curtis);
John and Sue Ann Fox’s daughter (Kristin Vardaman); Emily Gentry’s
grandmother (Cathline Hill); Jack and Jon Gipson’s daughter (Terry
Lund); Sally Granberry’s sister (Barbara Glen) and brother (Ed Carson);
Pam Haney’s father (Rick Wilt); Julie Hare’s mother (Vicky Robertson);
Barbara Harper; Jennifer Heath’s mother-in-law (Betty Heath); Carol Ann
Holmes; Jim Holmes’ brother (Harold Holmes); Wayne Houston’s brother
(Jerry Houston); Lucile Hoyt’s nephew (Kirk Stephens); Jerry Hughes’
father (Billy Hughes); Traye Hulsey’s father (Donald Hulsey); Beth
Kellum; John Klinner’s mother (Cordelia Klinner); Abby Langham’s
mother (Carole Tull); Beth Lawrence’s father (Bill Atkins); Jeff Lawson;
Tom Lenyo; Julia MacDonald; Sally McDonald’s mother (Sara Kinney);
Nancy McGinnis; Sheila and Larry Miller’s daughter (Lisa Miller); Dot
Mitcham’s brother (Don Lee); William Mixon’s brother-in-law (Brian
Aaron); Grace Morris’ father (William Byrd); Michelle Morrison’s
nephew (Tony Gratys); Laurie Newton’s father (Gene Faison); Julia
Norton’s nephew (Will Payne); Gretchen Oliver’s parents; Glenda
Parrish’s brother (Glenn Stacey); Paige Pearson’s grandmother (Margaret
Stone); Jill Perry’s mother (Barbara Faherty); Dennis and Jean Ellis
Pinkard’s granddaughter (Peyton Drake); Allyson Ponder; Sue and Tom
Rankin’s daughter-in-law (Nancy Rankin); Ed Reaves’ parents (Richard
and Arlene William); Jessie Rhodes’ daughter (Leslie Donovon); Connie
Ripley; Denise Robinson; Eric Sanderson’s uncle (Vic Sanderson); Jackie
Schwadron; Joel Seawell’s mother (Kate Seawell); Greg Shaw’s cousin
(Robin Roemon); Sam Shaw’s mother (June Slimp) and cousin (Debra
Crain); Bill Smith; Reginald Strickland; Kim Talmage’s brother (John Van
Deusen); Fred Thomas; Glen Vollenweider’s father (Howard
Vollenweider); Gale Walker’s brother (Terrell Lucas); Amy Wiley’s father
(Danny King); Ed Williams’ mother (Perry Williams); Mike Williams;
Sara Williams; Connie Davis Young; Alison Zunklei. Sympathy to:
Tracy Cole and family in the death of her grandfather Juan Lopez
Robert Dixon and family in the death of his wife Linda Dixon
Jason Mohrman and Greg Panowicz in the death of their uncle John
Hirschey
Morgan Yordy and family in the death of her grandfather Sheldon
LeGrande Morgan Congratulations to:
Judd and Abby Langham on the birth of their daughter Alice Grace Eloise
Langham
Items Needed for Haiti
Our team going to Haiti for Spring Break is collecting
some needed items to take down to the children's
home. Items can be dropped off in Mathison Lobby.
Needs include:
powdered formula
creamy (no crunchy) peanut butter
soap bars
shampoo
lotion