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Current NewsChatsworth First United Methodist Church
40 Days in the Word: Love the Word, Learn the Word, Live the Word Coming in January, our entire congregation is encouraged to be a part of this spiritual adventure as we dive in the God’s Holy Word and discover again how central this book is to our lives. This adventure will cover a total of 8 weeks in worship with 6 weeks of small group study. The small group study will be totally different than the 40 Day adventures we have had before. Instead of meeting in small groups in various homes, everyone will gather in the sanctuary for the video teaching and then break into small groups that will meet in various rooms around the church for discussion and then at the end we will all gather back together for light finger foods and fellowship. There will be two books that are recommended for each person that will cost a total of $20. Sign up list will be available January 15th. Make your plans now to be a part of this church wide adventure!
Methodist’s on the Move! We have some new exciting opportunities to get a little exercise and have a little fellowship at the same time. Cathy Cochran has offered to head up a new program we are calling Methodists on the Move. Every Wednesday morning at 9am and every Thursday evening at 7pm you are invited to gather in the FFLC for our first ever walking club. Bring a friend and exercise together. Let’s see how many miles we can walk! Cathy Cochran can be contacted by cell (706) 537-2408 or by e-mail catlyn@windstream.net if you have questions. Begins Wednesday, January 11th and Thursday, January 12th. Come Join us!
A Ministry of Exercise. Did you know that your church has several pieces of exercise equipment here at the church that are available to help you keep active? On Sunday, January 15th right after the 10:55am worship service, we will have a brief (20 minutes) session to examine what equipment we have and the rules that will govern their use. We have a couple of treadmills, stationary bikes, a set of free weights and a weight machine. If you think you might take advantage of any of these items, than you need to be here for the brief orientation session.
Chatsworth PIT Crew to begin in January! Coming in January, an opportunity to make an impact. Our pastor Roger Vest is inviting each of you to be a part of the Pastor’s Intercessory Team (PIT) crew to pray for our Pastor, his family, the ministry of this church and specific issues and situations that come up from time to time. I am looking for people who are willing to respond in prayer when the need arises and to support me by praying for specific issues that I will share with you twice a week. An e-mail will be sent out on Monday and Thursday of each week (If you do not have e-mail, a phone call will be placed) asking for your prayer. In order to be included on the PIT crew, you have to let Roger know. He will not send these requests out to the entire church. I invite you to prayerfully consider being a part of this new prayer ministry. (first update went out today, but there is still time to sign up!)
Bingo and Crockpot NightCrazy name, but a whole lot of fun! Come and join us Saturday evening January 21st from 5pm till 7pm for Bingo and bring your crockpot (and something good in it to share - chili, soup, stew, etc) or if you don't have a crockpot, bring some cornbread, crackers or dessert to share with the group. Kids of all ages (from 2 to 92) are welcome to come and play. Cards are only $.50 and prizes will be available. Bring a friend and enjoy the fellowship!
Community Volunteer Opportunitiesa) At Eton Elementary School (EES) we are committed to student success. Reading on grade level is just one way that helps students achieve academically. We are starting a tutoring program for our second and third graders in the area of literacy. This program will be a one-on-one help for struggling readers. If you can volunteer at least 30 minutes of your time on a weekly/daily basis that is all it takes to help a student. Thank you in advance and remember you can make the difference. If you would like more information call at (706) 695-3207 or e-mail at savannah.bartley@murray.k12.ga.us
b) The Northwest Georgia branch of the Chattanooga Area Food Bank is in need of volunteer drivers Tuesdays and Thursdays to drive to the Chattanooga warehouse to make a pick up. If you are interested, let Roger know and he will get you in contact with the right people.
Spiritual Growth Opportunities from the United Methodist ChurchOnline Class: Leading Worship 101 for Lay Leaders Ways to stay informed: a) Check out our pastor's blog at http://revitupmethodist.wordpress.com/ I usually post 2 to 3 times per week on a variety of items related to the Christian faith b) Speaking of blogs: If you ever accidently delete one of the pastor notes e-mails – you can stop by http://chatsworthumc.wordpress.com and catch up on the news (Don't get the daily pastor's notes e-mails. Sign up by sending our pastor Roger Vest an e-mail) c) Are you on Twitter? You can follow our pastor Roger Vest @revitup. I have found some really good folks to follow and retweet a lot of their wisdom. d) On Facebook: Stop by and like the following pages: (feel free to invite others to like these pages as well) - United Methodists of Murray County – catch up on news from all the UM churches in Murray County - Murray County Saturday Sacks – Check here for the latest on our Saturday Sack ministry - Chatsworth First United Methodist Church – Your church’s facebook page e) Are you on Google+ yet? Stop by and see me (look for Roger Vest)
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