CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

YOUTH NEWS

MUSIC MINISTRY

WHAT’S HAPPENING

PRAYER CONCERNS: Skippi Posey, Ann Warrington, Jo Eckhardt, Judy McIntosh, Teesa Barr, Pat Dean, Polly Stadnik, Curt Poer, Cliff Owens, Ruby Daniel, Don Posey, Charles Horne, Sissy Cooper, Genny Davis, Larry Sellers, Maddie Armona, Judy Simpson, Judy Herrin, Rick Neal

PRAYER CONCERNS

STEWARDSHIP OF SERVICE

Operating Budget Needed Weekly $ 43,842.65Operating Budget Received 11/19/17 $ 26,485.00Over/Under Budget $ 17,357.65Operating Budget Received YTD $ 1,610,598.23Outstanding Budget 29%ALTAR FLOWERS: In memory of Fred Freeney, from Linda, the children, and grandchildren

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY:In memory of JoAnne Sperry, from Wallace & Jennifer BonnerIn memory of Jim Dendy, from Lynda Campbell

CHRISMON FUND:In memory of JoAnne Sperry, from Kermit & DeLaine Henderson

MEALS ON WHEELS:In memory of Sarah Boatner, from New Day SS Class; Susan & Charles DavisIn memory of JoAnne Sperry, from Susan & Charles DavisIn memory of Jim Dendy, from Kermit & DeLaine HendersonIn memory of Phillip Wingate, from Kermit & DeLaine Henderson

MEMORIAL FUND: In memory of Jim Dendy, from Mark & Teesa Barr; Cindy & Reed Jackson; Enid Aultman; Morella Vedder; Martha & James Davis; Sue MangetIn memory of Elizabeth Peters, from Avanell BestIn memory of Dickie Harter, from Patricia Lanning; Dena & Greg Jones

CommUNITY NIGHT

Ushers (8:30) John Baucom, John Gordon, Stan McMikle, Jack Roberts (11:10) Franklin Vorse, Berney Yarborough, Myron PierceMeals on Wheels #1: Kermit Henderson; Martha Owens & Sally Anderson; Deborah & Pearce Long; Deanna & Frank Schaffer; Joanne Marietta & Cheryle AbellMeals on Wheels #2: Lynn Davis Jr.; Mary Jane Sharp & Viki Curtis; Brady & Sandra Lee; Marian Lingle; Lisa Lassiter & Karen CohilasAltar Guild: Jo Eckhardt, Chmn.; Pam Nichols; Mary Baynard; Pam Martin; Jim & Len HorneFlower Ministry for November 27: Pam MartinVisitation Ministry for November 26: Joanne and Roger Marietta Casserole Ministry for November 27: Casserole - Jane Bragg & Jane McCrary, Cake - Pam Bell, Delivery - Laura Benford8:30 Greeter for November 26: Gloria Drake9:15 Worship Coffee for November 26: Wanda Mitchell9:15 Greeters for November 26: Trent & Michelle Blalock; Cris & Chuck Darsey; Julie McGovern & Blake Wilson; Buz & Tammy Busbee; Jesse & Shirley Way11:10 Greeters November 26: Penny Schneider; Lynn & Carey Tatum; Dee Matthews

OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR MEDICARE PART D DRUG PLAN - Open Enrollment for the Medicare Part D drug plan is now through the end of November. Jan Dorsey and Fay Isele will be reviewing plans again this year. They can review your current plan to see if that’s the best plan for you. Please pick up an enrollment form, fill out, and mail to Jan or Fay, or you may leave it in William’s mailbox at the church. The forms are located at the volunteer desk in the church lobby.

CHRISTMAS DECORATING COMMITTEE – Please meet in the Sanctuary on Sunday, November 26, at 2 p.m. to decorate for Advent.

PORTERFIELD T-SHIRTS FOR SALE - They are available in D-108 for $8 each (cash or check) in unisex sizes M, L, XL, and 2XL.

ADVENT - Are you or your family interested in participating in the lighting of the Advent Wreath? Please contact Nate at nlehman@pmumc.net or Jane at jbragg@pmumc.net.

ADVENT OFFERING CARDS - will be available soon. This year our gifts will be divided by giving 50 percent to Salvadoran Mission Projects (international) and 50 percent to The Lord’s Pantry (Albany area).

Worship (11/19/17) 555 (8:30-79; 9:15-254; 11:10-222) Sunday School 352

STEWARDSHIP OF ATTENDANCE

STEWARDSHIP OF GIFTSAdvent Calendars Are Out!

Be sure to pick one up at one of our check-in stations. Each day has a small suggestion of a way to share Christ’s love this Advent season.

Joyful Noise Christmas Program & Birthday Party for Baby JesusRemember their Saturday rehearsal on Dec. 9 at 10 a.m. in the Sanctuary. Parents are invited to join them for lunch at 11:30 in the Fellowship Hall. Sign up with Ms. Selina or Mr. William! Please plan to join us on Dec. 13 at 6:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary for their program. A party will follow to celebrate Jesus’ Birthday!

Brick By Brick Christmas Missions Project

Our nursery and elementary kids are teaming up to raise funds for Compassion International. We’ll be helping to build two new Compassion Centers in Kenya. These centers will help minister to physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of more than 3,500 individuals! Many people will visit a center like this long before they would consider visiting a church. More information at theparentcue.org/compassion

Christmas Eve Service

Would your 4th or 5th grader like to read the Christmas Story? Please let Caren know! K-3rd are invited to help act out the Nativity Story as the 4th and 5th graders read from Scripture. We’ll have a rehearsal on December 21st at 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary.

Please note our last Terrific Tuesday and FFGO of the school year will be December 12th.

Regular Schedule November 264:00 pm Youth Band Practice5:30 pm Youth Gather in Ministry Center/Snack Supper6:15 pm Mid High Ensemble Practice6:30 pm Youth Small Groups7:30 pm Parent Pickup of Youth

Bike through the Lights at Chehaw!Thursday, November 30

We will meet at Chehaw at 5:45 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the gate or $30 for a family of four. Each additional person is $5, and children under 5 are free. This includes entrance to the lights, bonfire with marshmallow roast, and either a hot dog or hamburger plate (includes chips and a drink).

NOVEMBER 29 CHURCH NIGHT SUPPER Serving Line Opens at 5 p.m.

Menu: Poppy Seed Chicken; Glazed Carrots; Seasoned Rice; Green Beans; Rolls; Salad Bar; Kids’ Meal - Hot Dogs, Chips, Juice, Cookies

Program: CommUNITY Groups

Make a reservation by calling 436-6336, ext. 145, by noon on Tuesday or by filling out reservation forms and placing in offering plate. Please cancel by noon on Tuesday if you cannot attend, or payment is expected. THANK YOU!

Mark Your Calendars!The Contemporary Christmas Program is December 10 at 6 p.m. in the Ministry Center. Our Children’s Christmas Program is December 13 at 6:15 p.m. and Candlelighting Services are December 17 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., all in the Sanctuary. The Candlelighting services will feature our choirs and the Albany Symphony.

CHURCH CALENDAR

Sunday, November 268:30 am Worship Service9:15 am Contemporary Worship Service10:15 am Sunday School11:10 am Worship Service2:00 pm Sanctuary Decorated For Advent3:00 pm “The Quest” Bible Study4:00 pm Financial Peace in Alpha Classroom4:00 pm Youth Band Practice5:30 pm Youth Gather in MC/Snack Supper6:15 pm Mid High Ensemble Practice6:30 pm Youth Small Groups7:30 pm Parent Pickup of Youth

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Monday, November 276:15 am Temple Builders Walk9:00 am Day School 9:30 am Ladies Exercise Class10:00 am Staff Worship10:30 am Staff Meeting12:00 pm Sweet Hour of Prayer in Prayer Room5:30 pm Church Council

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Tuesday, November 287:00 am Men’s Bible Study in Ministry Center Annex8:00 am Temple Builders Walk9:00 am Day School10:30 am “Surprised by Hope” Bible Study2:30 pm Terrific Tuesday2:30 pm For Fifth Grade Only (FFGO)7:00 pm Handbell Rehearsal

Wednesday, November 296:15 am Temple Builders Walk 7:00 am “Study of the Disciples” Bible Study9:00 am Day School9:30 am “The Quest” Bible Study1:15 pm Armchair Theologians3:30 pm Intercessory Prayer Group in Parlor5:00 pm CommUNITY Supper (Dinner Line Opens)6:00 pm Children’s Choirs6:00 pm RESET (Youth) in Chapel6:15 pm CommUNITY Groups6:40 pm Women’s Ensemble7:25 pm Chancel Choir 7:30 pm Contemporary Worship Band Rehearsal

Thursday, November 308:00 am Temple Builders Walk9:00 am Day School5:45 p.m. Chehaw Bike Ride (See Youth News)

Friday, December 19:00 am Day School 9:30 am Ladies Exercise in F.H.

Saturday, December 21:00 pm Easter Seals’ Let’s Get Ready To Crumble

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Wesley MarshallDirector of Youth Ministries Caren DiltsDirector of Children’s MinistriesLee PilcherDirector of Contemporary Worship

2200 DAWSON ROAD—ALBANY, GEORGIA Church Phone (229) 436-6336

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Lisa Burton..........Communications Director Jonathan Durkovic.........................OrganistSelina Bentley.....…............Music Assistant Marcy McCarty…...…...…..Music AssistantCatherine Jackson..….......Church HostessWillie Williams…….............…….Custodian

Cindy Thomas…...Administrative AssistantJane Bragg ….….. Administrative AssistantLeslie DeVane.......Administrative AssistantDonna Carswell ….….. Financial SecretaryBethany McAfee................Nursery DirectorJenna Willcox....................Nursery DirectorKathryn Dutcher….......Day School Director

If you have a prayer concern, call the church office at 436-6336. If you have an emergency, call the Minister On Emergency Call at 344-2083.

WORSHIP SERVICE Sunday, November 26, 2017Services 8:30, 9:15 & 11:10

Welcome All! Worship God! Witness To The World!

SERMON “Through a Stranger’s Eyes” Nate Lehman Matthew 25:31-46ANTHEM (11:10) Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken

WEGC Mix 107 broadcasts the 11:10 a.m. worship service. The 9:15 and 11:10 a.m. services are streamed live at www.pmumc.net.

The Sunday School Offering for November

goes to Vashti

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