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INSPIRE 9.25.17

Central UMC - Inspire 9.25.17 - The Monthly Newsletter of Central United Methodist Church

Inspire Newsletter of the Central United Methodist Church

Inspire • September 25, 2017 • Page 1 Find Time to Rest

Central Lights - October 3 Dear friends,
First off, I want to say I am excited to be back serving at Central. I was ec-
The October Central Lights program will fea- static when Jimmy asked if I would come onto staff this year. I missed being
ture guest speaker, Stephen Millsaps. Stephen a part of this congregation last year, but I am glad to be back serving with
is a retired educator and coach who in retire- you. You are my family. There are great things happening at Central, but I
ment hiked the Appalachian Trail. Come hear know there are greater things still to come. I am excited for all the ways that
about some of his hiking experiences. we will extend hospitality, serve the community and embrace all this year.
The author of Hebrews encourages the Hebrews to take rest in God that
Central Lights will meet Tuesday, October 3 He has provided for us when he says, “So there is a special rest still waiting
at 10:30 am. Lunch will follow the program for the people of God. For all who have entered into God’s rest have rested
for $6 per person. Please let Virginia Colson from their labors, just as God did after creating the world. So let us do our
know if you will be attending, 522-6992. best to enter that rest.” (Hebrews 4:9-11a)
I do not know about you but my schedule feels full all the time. From the
November 7 - Bob Whetsel/Bike Trip to Cuba time I spend in class, doing homework, working on projects, studying for
December 5 - Musical Group exams, working at the church, and time spent at the Wesley Foundation, it
seems like I have little time to sleep, not to mention to find time to rest in
WOW Dinner Group God.
Taking time to rest is such an important part of our spiritual lives. Sleeping
The Central WOW dinner group (Women of is an important part of our daily cycle of life that refreshes us physically and
Worship) is open to all women who’d enjoy a refuels us. Resting in God or abiding in God refreshes our souls and refuels
casual night out with friends and want to get our spiritual life. Resting in God helps us get reconnected to God and find
better acquainted with others in the Central our inner peace.
UMC community.  Just dinner - no program, As my to-do list grows, I need to remember that God wants to lead me to a
no cooking! We meet on the 4th Thursday of green pasture and still waters and to refresh my soul. I hope you find some
every month at 6 pm. Please email Sue Renfro time to be still and rest. I hope as your to-do list gets larger you remember
at [email protected] to RSVP or for to rest in God.
more information. May peace, like a river, attend to you as you seek refuge and rest in God.
Thursday, October 26 - Chesapeake’s Grace and Peace,
Thursday, November 23 - Thanksgiving No Austin Byerly
WOWs this Month
Thursday, December 28 - TBA - Merry Christ-
mas/Happy New Year Gathering

Election Day Café

Tuesday, November 7, is election day.
As part of our mission to extend hospitality,
CUMC will provide an Election Day Café serv-
ing snacks and drinks to voters and election
workers. We need people to provide bottled
water, soft drinks, homemade goodies, and to
work 2 hour shifts from 8 am-8 pm on election
day. Please sign up on the “Sign-Up Central”
bulletin board or contact the church office.

Address Changes

Barry and Christina Blanton
139 Norwood St, Lenoir City, TN 37771

Gary and Katherine Petko
7621 Nubbin Ridge Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919

Inspire • September 25, 2017 • Page 2

Ministry Spotlight

Thank You to everyone who signed up to The Concerts and Lunch
be prayer partners for our educators and series offers a musical concert
students. Please take time to remember
your educator/student throughout the at 12:05 pm followed by
school year and send them a card or lunch for $6/person.
treat at times when you think they might
enjoy or need it! Remember Mid Term Monday, October 9, 12:05 p.m.
Exams, Fall Break, & Holidays are Trumpet Recital by Nathaniel and Stephen Collins
coming up soon!
If you need contact information for your student or educator Accompanied by Pianist, Melody Collins
please contact the church office. Thank You and don’t forget to be
in prayer for a successful 2017-2018 school year! Monday, October 16, 12:05 p.m.
Vocal Recital by Eric White
Fulton students are required to follow
a dress code that supports their learn- Accompanied by Pianist, Brenda Goslee
ing environment. The guidance office at
Fulton has shared they need belts to help Monday, November 20 12:05 p.m.
the students meet the dress code. They Choral Concert by Sine Nomine
need men and women styles and all sizes. Conducted by John Winbigler
Our congregation can help by collecting
belts. The belts can be new or used, as Monday, December 18, 12:05 p.m.
long as they are in good condition. Please Ecumenical Handbell Ringers
drop off donated belts at the church office. Conducted by Richard Sidey
The belts will be taken to Fulton where
they will be distributed by the guidance 2018 Hands On Mission Kits for Annual Conference
counselors to students who need them.
This is another opportunity for us to part- School Kits for Zimbabwe - Central UMC Goal is 10 Backpacks
ner with Fulton staff in a meaningful way. We have received 3 backpacks so far! Remember, we have until
April to collect them all.
Thank You to everyone who
turned in a Hygiene Kit for UMCOR Pack all items in 1 Large Backpack
Hurricane Relief. To date we have 3 pks notebook paper (WIDE- RULED)
collected 37 kits! Thank You for your 1 compass/protractor set
giving spirit. These kits will be sent 1 (12in) Ruler
off with others from the Knoxville 1 (10-12 pack) pencils
District to the United Methodist 1 (10-12 pack of pens, black or blue
Committee On Relief Warehouse 1 small calculator
in Sager-Brown, Louisiana before 1 pack of erasers
being sent to those being affected 1 small Dictionary
by the hurricane . 1 box of crayons

The next Family Promise Ministry Instructions:
Volunteer opportunity is this Wednesday, • Remove all tags
November 1. We will need approximately • Place school supplies inside the backpack.
3-4 volunteers for making and serving • Please use only the quantities listed.
dinner (5:30-7:00) and 2 for overnight host • NO SUBSTITUTIONS or additional items are allowed due to
(8:00pm-7:00am). Please see sign-up sheet Customs regulations. This includes notes, cards, photos, religious
on the “Sign-Up Central” Bulletin Board of tracks, food items or anything else that is not on the list.
contact Katie Comen at 931-993-0560 or • A $5.00 donation for packing and shipping is to accompany each
[email protected] for more information. kit.
• We have until April 2018 to fill these backpacks! Since school
supplies might be on clearance right now you might want to go
ahead and purchase!
• Please bring filled backpacks to the church office.

Inspire • September 25, 2017 • Page 3

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN - FOR ALL GENERATIONS

We invite you to be in prayer about our Capital Campaign this fall. The theme for the
campaign is “For All Generations” as we live into our vision of extending hospitality,
serving the community, and embracing ALL. God is working tremendously through
the life of our congregation, and this is another way for us to step out in faith.
Please remember the following dates:
Sunday, October 1 - Advance Commitment Dinner at the Foundry where you will be
given an opportunity to consider making your commitment
Sunday, October 22 - Commitment Sunday during our 10:45 am worship
For more information about the campaign, the upcoming Advance Commitment
Dinner, or any of the projects please see someone with an “Ask Me” nametag on
Sunday mornings or call the church office! Additional Copies of the Project Docu-
ment detailing the projects are available in the church office as well.

Concept Drawings

Youth & Children’s News

Youth Schedule Many of you are carrying a prayer rock in your pockets as we begin
to seek God’s guidance and embark on the journey through the
Sunday, October 1 Capital Campaign. Central has been a rock in this community for
Hunger Hike over 90 years and as you walk through and around this building I am
2:00 pm Victor Ashe Park sure that each of you has fond memories of events that took place
or people you met here. The children and youth would like you to
Sunday, October 8 keep your eyes peeled for rocks hidden throughout and around the
Youth Group church this month. We hope these rocks will encourage you as you
5:30 - 7:00 pm seek to follow God’s will for your life and the future generations of
this great church. May God bless you all!
Sunday, October 15
Youth Group John Lansford
5:30 - 7:00 pm Director of Children and Youth Ministries

Sunday, October 22 Hunger Hike - Sunday, October 1
Commitment Lunch Central UMC youth will be meeting at Victor Ashe Park on October 1st
after church at 2:00 pm for registration. The hike will begin at 2:30 pm. For more
No Youth Group information or to donate please contact a member of the youth group or
Sunday, October 29 [email protected].
No Youth

*All Donations go to Central UMC Food Pantry.

INSPIRE (usps 097-740) is published monthly by Per. Post. Pd.
Central United Methodist Church,
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Knoxville TN 37917-7286.

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Our Vision: Making Christ known by extending hospitality, serving the community, and embracing all.

Central Scrapbook Our Staff

Congratulations to Cameron & Lizzy Puckett Campital Campaign Rev. Jimmy Sherrod
on the birth of Hutton McLain Puckett on Pictures
September 17, 1:24 am Pastor
865-805-5373
knoxcentralumc.org [email protected]
865-524-1659
Ashley Garren
Central United Methodist - Knoxville TN
Administrative Assistant
[email protected]

Austin Byerly

Ministry Assistant
[email protected]

John Lansford

Director of Children & Youth
[email protected]

Lauren Gangaware

Children’s Ministry Assistant
[email protected]

George Hayden

Music Director
[email protected]

Charles Parham

Organist and Security
[email protected]

Carolyn Cottrell

Pianist
[email protected]

Perry Starkey

Food Services
[email protected]

Jeff Criswell

Custodian
[email protected]

Doug Johnson

Facilities Manager
[email protected]


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