Make a Joyful Noise unto the Lord

This familiar verse and similar variations can be found in at least six different chapters of Psalms. Not once is it followed by, “but only if you have perfect pitch and a beautiful voice.” If singing is something you enjoy, you are encouraged to join the choir. Singing is even a great way to improve your health! Scientists have researched the effects of group singing, and the results show benefits to mood, stress levels, and even the immune system.
The Chancel Choir provides choral music for the 8:30 a.m. Sunday service. Junior high youth through adults of all voice ranges and abilities are welcome. Our rehearsals are fun as well as productive, and the ability to read music is not required. Rehearsals are on Thursdays from 7:30 – 8:30 and will resume September 4th in the sanctuary. Childcare is provided. For additional information, call Kris S.


Calling all 6th - 9th graders

Confirmation will begin in October with a family Potluck. Confirmation is an opportunity for 6th-9th graders to explore their faith journey more fully. Topics covered include: The big three (God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit), mission and Christian Service, prayer and spiritual formation, Christian and United Methodist History, faith values and decision making, and what it means to be a United Methodist Christian. In addition we have field trips to visit a Synagogue (the roots of Christianity), a mission trip to San Francisco and a sneaker walk with our missionary at Loaves and Fishes, and Youth will then have the opportunity to make a decision about whether or not to affirm their faith and become a member of EGUMC next spring. Confirmation will be lead by Pastor Kathy, Terry P., Sid A. and Travis L. Letters will be sent to 6th grade youth and 7th-9th grade youth who haven't been in confirmation soon. Please help us out by calling the church office and letting us know if you or your son or daughter is in 6th grade or in 7th-9th and hasn't been in confirmation. For more information, please talk with Pastor Kathy.


AFRICAN HANDICRAFTS SALE
SEPTEMBER 21 AND 28
9:30AM – 11:00AM

Don’t miss the chance to find unique African handicrafts
from several different countries and tribes. Choose from
jewelry, carved animals, rhythm instruments and more!
These one of a kind items also make very special gifts.

Sales support the mission and ministry of East African
Methodist churches.


PARENTS OF TEENS

The next meeting will be September 14th in the Fireside room at Noon. Kathy will lead us in a program called Picking Partners. The senior high youth covered this discussion during Faith & Sexuality. This is the parents version and will give us tools to talk to our kids about choosing their partner, what to look for and what to look out for. Meet with us for a light lunch and great discussion.  Please RSVP to Beth H.


EMPTY NESTERS

Friday, September 5th, 6:30PM at the home of Cynthia & Eric S.
Please join us for potluck dinner and discussion. For questions or
to find out what to bring to the potluck, call Beth H.
 

Mark Your calendar for these Upcoming
Fellowship Opportunities !!



SEPTEMBER 20th - Progressive Dinner
(PLEASE be a host/hostess!)

OCTOBER Date TBA - Stewardship/Chili Cookoff
(best chili wins a prize)

12/14/08 Caroling