February 11, 2018 SCOUT SUNDAY

In early 1950, members of the Oak Grove UMC Men’s Fellowship saw a need for a Boy Scout program to help with character development, citizenship training, and mental and physical fitness of our community’s young men. The Boy Scouts of America granted a charter to Oak Grove United Methodist on May 31, 1950 for our Scouting Program. Scout Sunday at Oak Grove gives us an opportunity to celebrate the many youth and families who have experienced Scouting and grown through our program over the last 68 years. We celebrate and recognize all the adult leaders who have cheerfully volunteered and given so much over the years. Our current Scout Leaders continue to deliver an excellent Scouting program for the youth of our community.

Listed below are our Pack, Troop, and Crew membership numbers and adult leaders.

Cub Scout Pack 577: Ben Bryant, Cubmaster; Shane Griffin, Sara Henderson, Assistant Cub Masters; 165 Cub Scouts, 30+ Adult Leaders

Boy Scout Troop 77: Tom Rice, Scoutmaster;Darwin Todd, Clinton Cole, Lead Assistant ScoutmastersMikesha Middlebrooks, Committee Chair96 Boy Scouts, 40 Adult Leaders

Venture Crew 77: Mitch Leff, Advisor; Karen Leff, Associate Advisor; Catherine Holton, Committee Chair20 Coed Scouts, 8 Adult Leaders

We are proud of our Scouts and adult Scout leaders who guide them on their way. God is working in the lives of young people in our community through the Scouting ministry at Oak Grove. Thank you, Oak Grove UMC, for your continued support!

Bill Berg, Charter Organizational Representative

Scout Sunday

8:30 and 11 a.m. ORDER OF WORSHIPFebruary 11, 2018 Scout Sunday

Gathering Music Aubade on “All �ings Bright and Beautiful” Franklin Ashdown

Welcome and Announcements Dr. Glenn Ethridge (Please complete and pass the red friendship pad at this time.)

Video

*Hymn of Praise I Sing the Almighty Power of God UMH 152

*A�rmation of Faith A Modern A�rmation (8:30) Dr. Amy Morgan (11:00) Mr. Ben Buxton Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare: We believe in God the Father, in�nite in wisdom, power, and love, whose mercy is over all his works, and whose will is ever directed to his children’s good. We believe in Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of man, the gift of the Father’s unfailing grace, the ground of our hope, and the promise of our deliverance from sin and death. We believe in the Holy Spirit as the divine presence in our lives, whereby we are kept in perpetual remembrance of the truth of Christ, and �nd strength and help in time of need. We believe that this faith should manifest itself in the service of love as set forth in the example of our blessed Lord, to the end that the kingdom of God may come upon the earth. Amen.

A Morning Prayer and �e Lord’s Prayer (8:30) Dr. Morgan (11:00) Mr. Matthew Tubbs Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

Scout Sunday Recognition (11:00) Dr. Morgan

O�ertory Prayer (11:00) Mr. Adam Wright

Our Tithes & O�erings (8:30) Faith of Our Fathers arr. Lani Smith

(11:00) Music of Creation Hubert H. Parry Ms. Hannah Reich, Soprano; Ms. Ruby Reich, Alto

Menu for February 14, 2018Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Rolls, Salad, Vanilla Cake

Name:__________________________

Phone:__________________________

Amount:_________________________Reservation is for one week only.

Date:____________________________Standing reservation every week through May 2, 2018:_____

Place a number in the space(s) below of the type of meal you wish to reserve:

Adult Meal ($8)______

Youth Meal, ages 12-18 ($7)______

Child Meal, ages 3-11 ($6)______

Children under 3 (free)How many?______

NurseryHow many children?______

FAMILY BUNDLE RATE: Two adults and two or more children 11 years of age and under - $23.00.

FAMILY BUNDLE RATE: One adult and two or more children 11 years of age and under - $16.00.

*Congregation stand as able. UMH: United Methodist Hymnal / TFWS: �e Faith We SingLarge print hymnals and bulletins and hearing assistance devices are available from an usher.Children’s worship bags are available in the narthex and parlor side door.

Doxology UMH 95 Praise God, from whom all blessings �ow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

*Hymn of Preparation For the Beauty of the Earth UMH 92 (At the 11:00 a.m. service, children in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade are invited to leave for Children’s Church during the Hymn of Preparation. Pick up is in room 227.)

Duet (8:30) Music of Creation Hubert H. Parry Ms. Hannah Reich, Soprano; Ms. Ruby Reich, Alto

Anthem (11:00) �is Is My Father’s World arr. Dan Goeller Chancel Choir Mr. Atticus Hicks, Narrator

Scripture Ecclesiastes 3:1-8 (8:30) Dr. Jim Sowell (11:00) Mr. Jake Jordan �e Word of God for the people of God. �anks be to God.

Sermon Big Questions: Dr. Ethridge How do I have faith and still believe in science?

*Sending Hymn God, Who Stretched the Spangled Heavens UMH 150 (�ose who wish to join the church are invited to come forward.)

*Benediction Dr. Ethridge

*Postlude Postlude on “Old Hundredth” David Lasky

I EEWDM K 8:30 and 11 a.m. ORDER OF WORSHIPFebruary 11, 2018 Scout Sunday

Gathering Music Aubade on “All �ings Bright and Beautiful” Franklin Ashdown

Welcome and Announcements Dr. Glenn Ethridge (Please complete and pass the red friendship pad at this time.)

Video

*Hymn of Praise I Sing the Almighty Power of God UMH 152

*A�rmation of Faith A Modern A�rmation (8:30) Dr. Amy Morgan (11:00) Mr. Ben Buxton Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare: We believe in God the Father, in�nite in wisdom, power, and love, whose mercy is over all his works, and whose will is ever directed to his children’s good. We believe in Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of man, the gift of the Father’s unfailing grace, the ground of our hope, and the promise of our deliverance from sin and death. We believe in the Holy Spirit as the divine presence in our lives, whereby we are kept in perpetual remembrance of the truth of Christ, and �nd strength and help in time of need. We believe that this faith should manifest itself in the service of love as set forth in the example of our blessed Lord, to the end that the kingdom of God may come upon the earth. Amen.

A Morning Prayer and �e Lord’s Prayer (8:30) Dr. Morgan (11:00) Mr. Matthew Tubbs Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

Scout Sunday Recognition (11:00) Dr. Morgan

O�ertory Prayer (11:00) Mr. Adam Wright

Our Tithes & O�erings (8:30) Faith of Our Fathers arr. Lani Smith

(11:00) Music of Creation Hubert H. Parry Ms. Hannah Reich, Soprano; Ms. Ruby Reich, Alto

February 14, 2018There will be no 5 p.m. Wednesday Communion service in Grand Hall. We will still have our Midweek meal at 5:30 p.m.

We will have a special Ash Wednesday worship service

at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Nursery will be provided.

WORSHIP SERVICE

NEWSOak

Grove

February 11, 2018

Sunday, February 11, 2018 9:30am Coffee Fellowship Grand Hall12:00pm Teacher Appreciation Luncheon Rm 223 2:00pm Drama Rehearsal Rm 223 3:00pm Eagle Scout Court of Honor Sanctuary 4:00pm Lay Ministry Meeting Rm 218 4:30pm Youth Choir Choir Rm 218 5:30pm Youth Fellowship Youth Hall 5:30pm Disciple 1 Rm 237 6:30pm Wesley Ringers Sanctuary

Monday, February 12, 2018 9:30am Disciple 3 Rm 237 6:15pm UMM Meeting Fellowship Hall 7:00pm SPR Meeting Rm 102 7:00pm Drama Rehearsal Fellowship Hall 7:30pm Adult Volleyball Heritage Hall Gym

Tuesday, February 13, 2018 9:30am Disciple 1 Rm 237 6:30pm Grief Recovery Group Rm 238 7:00pm Building Committee Rm 102 7:00pm Drama Rehearsal Fellowship Hall 7:30pm Boy Scout Troop 77 Meeting Scout Hall

Wednesday, February 14, 2018 9:30am WOW (Weekly Oxygen for Women) Rm 238 5:30pm Midweek Meal Fellowship Hall 6:30pm Ash Wednesday Service Sanctuary 6:15pm Blessing Bags Youth Lobby 6:30pm Christian Believer Rm 237 7:00pm Drama Rehearsal Rm 223 7:00pm Young Adult Bible Study (YABS) Rm T01 8:00pm 9.35 Band Rehearsal Fellowship Hall

Thursday, February 15, 201810:00am Needles & Prayers Rm 102 1:00pm Mobile Soup Kitchen Prep Kitchen 7:30pm Evening WOW Rm 101

Friday, February 16, 201812:00pm Mobile Soup Kitchen Delivery Away

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Roatan Mission Trip

Our 2018 mission trip to Roatan, Honduras will be July 21 - 28. The work this year will focus on

building a home for a family. This is primarily an adult trip, but there are a few spots available for teens 15 and older who come with a parent. An informational meeting will be held on February 25, at 12:15 p.m. For more information, contact Neil Sampson (404-403-9050) or Amy Morgan (amorgan@ogumc.org).

Info meeting Feb. 25, 12:15 p.m.

On February 11, right after the 11 a.m. worship service, there will be a brief meeting in room 104 for

anyone interested in a mission trip to Haiti, June 9 – 16. Needs expressed by the head of the local mission in Haiti include medical, dental, and construction. Please come if you are remotely interested!

Info meeting Feb. 11, 12:15 p.m. HAiti Mission Trip

Hinton Mission Trip Mark your calendar now and plan to join us for a weekend of light construc-tion and painting to

assist people living in the area around Hayesville, North Carolina. This trip is open to adults, as well as youth 12 to 18 who attend with a parent. The cost of the trip will be $175 per person.

Save the Date! October 5 – 8, 2018

CALLING ALL ROCKHOUNDS AND GEORGIA HISTORY BUFFSPlan to celebrate an early Valentine’s Day with your sweetheart on February 12, as we welcome Dr. Bill Wither-spoon, geologist and author, as he brings history to life in his presentation: Golddiggers, Generals, and Tightrope Walkers.Dr. Witherspoon will share three tales from Georgia’s past beginning with the Georgia gold rush of 1829, touching on how geology shaped the American Civil War, and ending with amazing stories from Tallulah Gorge down to the Gulf of Mexico.Dine on country fried steak and gravy, steamed rice, broccoli, yeast rolls, dessert, and beverage. The price is $8.00.Reservations are due Friday, February 9, and can be made in your Sunday school class, at Midweek, 9.35 worship, in church office (404-636-7558), or online (ogumc.org). Pull up a chair and enjoy a night of fun, history, and tales of the old South.

OAK GROVE

MondayFeb. 12, 2018

6:15 p.m.Geologist

and Author

BILLWITHERSPOON

Stop by the bloodmobile in the north parking lot to give the gift of life. Donors should be age 17 or older (16 with parent permission), and eat and drink well before donating. Each donation can save up to three lives. Contact Amy Morgan (amorgan@ogumc.org) for more information.

February 258 a.m. – 1 p.m.

BloodDrive Oak Grove’s Vision

Every Member will...• Mention Oak Grove Church once weekly.• Invite someone to Oak Grove and offer to meet them at church once quarterly.• Participate in a small discipleship group every year.• Share in a domestic mission project every year.• Participate (as able) in an overseas mission project once every five years.

Oak Grove’s Vision Every Member will...• Mention Oak Grove Church once weekly.• Invite someone to Oak Grove and offer to meet them at church once quarterly.• Participate in a small discipleship group every year.• Share in a domestic mission project every year.• Participate (as able) in an overseas mission project once every five years.

Oak Grove Memorials

Sunday School 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.Youth Fellowship! 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018 in Youth Hall

IN MEMORYTO THE BUILDING FUND IN MEMORY OF Roxie Smith by Peggy Carter Jane Webster’s mother by George & Carolyn Jeffares

TO THE MOBILE SOUP KITCHEN IN MEMORY OF Merle, Bernard & Dixie Ivey by Lynda McGee

TO THE MEMORIAL FUND IN MEMORY OF Byron Matthews Virginia Whittemore by Max & Blackie Scott Neese Sam Coker by Lynda McGee

Sonshine Camp for Special Needs Children June 11–15, 2018, 8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Special entertainers each day! Ages: Rising Pre-K through completed 5th grade. Online Registration opens March 1. For more information, contact Cathy Ethridge (cathyethridge@comcast.net).

Oak Grove United Methodist Church

Vacation Bible School June 4–8, 2018, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. This summer, Oak Grove will host Shipwrecked: Rescued by Jesus Vacation Bible School, an interactive Bible-based adventure your kids will love! They’ll learn that Jesus rescues usfrom our worries, weaknesses and struggles. Each day campers will travel to Bible Discovery, Music, KidVid Cinema, Imagination Station, Ship Rec Games, and Tropical Treats. All will come away knowing that Jesus carries us through life’s storms.Registration begins March 1 at www.ogumc.org. Registration will close April 20, or when our 300 camper maximum is reached.Ages: Pre-K through 5th grade (children must be 4 years before Sept 1, 2017)Cost: $25 per child (scholarships are available) Volunteer: Adult registration opens February 15. Volunteers: Adults who volunteer all week at VBS can register their children beginning Feb. 15.For more info or to volunteer, contact Brooke Peck, VBS Director (brookecpeck@gmail.com).

Mark your calendars for these Summer Camps!

Theatre Works Drama Camp June 18 – 22, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Ages: 5 – 12 Cost: $110 for OGUMC Member families/$135 for non-membersOnline Registration begins March 1, 2018. Drama skills, games, crafts and skits each day. Questions: Contact Bob Unger at ungerr@bellsouth.net

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Camp Acorn Weekly sessions starting June 11 through July 23, 2018. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Ages: 3 (fully potty-trained), 4, 5, and 6 year olds. Cost: $160 per week, Monday through Friday. For more information and to register, please contact Elizabeth Gerrald (egerrald@ogumc.org) or Meredith Dunn (mdunn@ogumc.org). Registration opens February 12.

YCS Camp Acorn

In preparation for the upcoming tornado and hurricane seasons, we want to help restock the United Methodist Committee on Relief warehouse with health kits. These kits are given to people in disaster torn areas to aid in their recovery. Our goal is to create at least 150 kits.Collection bins will be available in the Portico and in Fellowship Hall from Sunday, February 11, through Sunday, March 11. Please help by donating from the supply list below. (UMCOR requirements are very specific and items must be new. Only these exact items can be used in kits.)• Hand towels – must be 15 x 25 inches to 17 x 27 inches (kitchen, cleaning, and microfiber towels not acceptable)• Washcloths• Combs – need to be sturdy and longer than 6 inches (no pocket combs or picks)• Metal nail files and nail clippers (no emery boards)• Bath size soap – 3 oz. and larger sizes in original packaging (no Ivory or Jergens soap due to moisture content)• Toothbrushes – adult size only in original packaging, individually packed• Adhesive bandages – ¾ inch to 1 inch size (common household brand like Band-Aids)On Sunday March 11, we will meet in Fellowship Hall immediately following the 9.35 service to sort supplies and assemble the health kits.For more information, contact Jeff Decker (jjdecker55@gmail.com) or Amy Morgan (amorgan@ogumc.org or 404-636-7558).

H HE A KL T TI S

holy week3.24 egg hunt 9 a .m. fe l lowship hal l3.25 palm + passion 3.28 stations of the cross 6:15 p.m. fe l lowship hal l3.30 good f riday 7 p.m. sanctuar y4.01 easter sunday 7, 8 , 9 .35, and 11 a .m.

Graduate Sunday will be May 20 at the 11 a.m. service. Seniors, more info will come soon, and we will be asking for a senior picture and information regarding what you will be doing after High School.

Menu for February 14, 2018Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Rolls, Salad, Vanilla Cake

Name:__________________________

Phone:__________________________

Amount:_________________________Reservation is for one week only.

Date:____________________________Standing reservation every week through May 2, 2018:_____

Place a number in the space(s) below of the type of meal you wish to reserve:

Adult Meal ($8)______

Youth Meal, ages 12-18 ($7)______

Child Meal, ages 3-11 ($6)______

Children under 3 (free)How many?______

NurseryHow many children?______

FAMILY BUNDLE RATE: Two adults and two or more children 11 years of age and under - $23.00.

FAMILY BUNDLE RATE: One adult and two or more children 11 years of age and under - $16.00.

Families with babies born/adopted between January 1, 2017, and December 31, 2017, are invited to an afternoon celebra-tion and reception sponsored by the United Methodist Women of Oak Grove United Methodist Church on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at 3:30 p.m. Celebrating our new babies is one of the most delightful events of the year when parents, siblings, and grandparents come together for music, photos, and a complimentary gift for the babies. A gift to missions will be made in the name of each infant. We are in the process of gathering names of the babies born/ adopted in 2017 to Oak Grove church parents. Please RSVP by Friday, February 23, online (www.ogumc.org) to make sure your baby is on the list and to receive details about this wonderful event.

New Concerns…Tessa BarbazonKeren ClayVince Meglio

New to Care Facilities…Ellen Johnson – Pebblebrook at Park Springs

Continued Prayers... Robert Andrieni, Flo Baker, Carroll Ball, Bill Barnette, Bessie Burton, Bonnie Chislett, Patty Chmiel, Bill Cole, Liz Darden, Gay Denham, Jodie Ginn, Charlie Hamilton, Joe Hines, Dick Maise, Buddy McCloud, Mary Ann McMichael, Dick Muth, Cindy Mynatt, Jim Mynatt, Jeannine Nash, Sandra Nordberg, Elizabeth Pentecost, Sadie Rambler, Jane Ray, George Riley, Mary Dell Robert, Nancy Rodgers, Ray Roper, June Row, Ann Shirk, Karen Smith, Marion Smith, Chick Sward, Pam Taylor, Betty Thompson, Elaine Thurston, Paul Tuggle, Eva Van De Water, Lynda Wallace, Bill Walsh, Stacy Welch, Rob White, Luke Winter, Gene Worth

Homebound... For a complete listing of homebound members, please contact the church office.

Serving in Our Armed Forces... AE Hugh McCulloh Hope (Mac), Petty Officer Steven Jones, 1LT Thomas E. Penland, SSgt. Joshua Portwood, Cdr. Andrew Pruiett, Col. Janet Seufert,

Sympathy...Oak Grove extends its deepest sympathy to Randy Yates on the death of his mother, Mary Wheeler.

Recent Baptisms... We celebrate the recent baptism of this adult who has been initiated into Christ's holy church and the Oak Grove family!Audrey Pennington – January 28, 2018

5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Dinner Reservations and cancellations must be made by noon Monday before the meal (404-636-7558 or www.ogumc.org, click “reservations”). Standing reservations (through May 2, 2018) are encouraged.

Menu for February 14, 2018Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Rolls, Salad, Vanilla Cake

2/5/18Our Offerings Received to date Needed to date $266,729.65 $279,187.79Over/Under ($12,458.14)

DEEP ROOTS BUILDING CAMPAIGN RESULTSPhase 2 Given to date: $1,582,689.71

Our Presence February 4, 2018Church School 362 8:30 Service 65 9:35 Service 18011:00 Service 386Total Worship this Week 667

Our Presence January 24, 2018Midweek Communion 36

February 14, 2018

I EEWDM K PLEASE PRAY FOR

Oak Grove Senior Adults will journey to LaGrange, GA for the annual Azalea Story-telling Festival at LaGrange College, Saturday until Sunday, March 3-4, 2018. Pick up a brochure in the church office or in your Sunday school classroom for more information. Register soon.

AZALEASTORYTELLINGFESTIVAL

5 - 7 p.m. Nursery open Room 134

Audrey Flak PenningtonEd Kadingo

Lisa and Rod, Cole Jones

Join us for Lukas Kersh’sEagle Scout Court of Honor

Sunday, February 11, 2018, 3 p.m.Oak Grove United Method-ist Church Sanctuary with reception to follow in Grand Hall.

We will have a special Ash Wednesday worship service on

February 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Nursery will be provided.

WORSHIP SERVICE

Drama Ministry Dishes Up Sweet Evening of ComedyThe cheesecake won’t be limited to the acting as we prepare dessert and coffee for your enjoyment in between two delightful comedies: The Actor’s Night-mare and Any Body for Tea? Join us Thursday and Friday, March 1 and 2 at 7 p.m. or Saturday, March 3, at 5:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall for an evening of “dessert theatre.” Tickets on sale soon at Midweek and between services on Sunday mornings.

DessertTheatre

UMW New Ba� Cele�ationOak Grove United Methodist

Women celebration for babies born in 2017

There will be no 5 p.m. Wednesday Communion service in Grand Hall. We will still have our Midweek meal at 5:30 p.m.

Cub Scout Pack 577Boy Scout Troop 77Venture Crew 77What is Scouting?Scouting is a year-round program uniquely designed to meet the needs of youth and their families. The program offers fun and challenging activities that promote character development and physical fitness. Family involvement is an essential part of the program, and parents are encouraged to play an active role. Scouting provides outdoor programs that stir the imagination and interest of those involved. In the outdoors, Scouts have opportunities to acquire skills that make them more self-reliant. They can explore canoe and hiking trails and complete challenges they first thought were beyond their ability. Attributes of good character become part of a young person as they learn to cooperate to meet outdoor challenges that may include extreme weather, difficult trails and portages, and dealing with nature’s unexpected circumstances. Boy Scouts and Venture Crew members plan and carry out activities with thoughtful guidance from their Scoutmaster and other adult leaders. Please visit www.scouting.org to learn more.

Scout Sundayat Oak Grove United Methodist ChurchFebruary 11, 2018

Foundations of ScoutingScout Oath: On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight.Scout Law: A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.Scout Mission: The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

Cub ScoutPack 577

Boy ScoutTroop 77

VentureCrew 77

Boy Scouts camping out on Grand Lawn

“A Scout’s Own” religious service on the ski trip

In preparation for the upcoming tornado and hurricane seasons, we want to help restock the United Methodist Committee on Relief warehouse with health kits. These kits are given to people in disaster torn areas to aid in their recovery. Our goal is to create at least 150 kits.Collection bins will be available in the Portico and in Fellowship Hall from Sunday, February 11, through Sunday, March 11. Please help by donating from the supply list below. (UMCOR requirements are very specific and items must be new. Only these exact items can be used in kits.)• Hand towels – must be 15 x 25 inches to 17 x 27 inches (kitchen, cleaning, and microfiber towels not acceptable)• Washcloths• Combs – need to be sturdy and longer than 6 inches (no pocket combs or picks)• Metal nail files and nail clippers (no emery boards)• Bath size soap – 3 oz. and larger sizes in original packaging (no Ivory or Jergens soap due to moisture content)• Toothbrushes – adult size only in original packaging, individually packed• Adhesive bandages – ¾ inch to 1 inch size (common household brand like Band-Aids)On Sunday March 11, we will meet in Fellowship Hall immediately following the 9.35 service to sort supplies and assemble the health kits.For more information, contact Jeff Decker (jjdecker55@gmail.com) or Amy Morgan (amorgan@ogumc.org or 404-636-7558).

General Commission on United Methodist MenCross and Flame Award

Ben Bryant Ben is currently the Cubmaster of Cub Scout Pack 577. He has also served as the Pack Committee Chair and has been a Den Leader for Tiger, Wolf, and Bear Dens. In addition to volunteering for Scouting, Ben also serves on the State Board for the Technical College System of Georgia and on the board of the Chamblee High School Blue & Gold Foundation. As a youth, Ben received his Arrow of Light as a Cub Scout at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian and enjoyed Boy Scouts at Briarcliff UMC where he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout with Gold Palm. He is a member of the Order of the Arrow (Scouting’s national honor society). He also was an Explorer Scout at Chamblee High School. Ben’s scouting efforts are greatly supported by his wife Kristen, his Webelos I son Michael, and his daughter Ella. Why does Ben volunteer for Scouting? - “I was fortunate to have an amazing Scouting experience and have benefited personally and professionally from being an Eagle Scout. I want Michael and all of the other Scouts in our Pack to enjoy the same experiences and ultimately achieve the rank of Eagle. Also, I'm enjoying doing some things I didn't get a chance to do during my youth Scouting days, such as spending the night on the USS Yorktown and visiting Space Camp. Hopefully I can add Philmont (Scout Ranch in NM) to that list as well in a few years!” Thank you Ben!

The Office of Civic Youth-Serving Agencies/Scouting of the General Commission on United Methodist Men recognizes men and women who give unusual amounts of time and energy in dedicated service with children and youth. The Cross and Flame program gives

recognition to adult leaders who have given exceptional service in the use and promotion of programs for young people. This year we are proud to have two recipients of the Cross and Flame Award from our Scouting ministry.

Dennis CryerDennis has been involved in Scouting as an adult leader for nine years. He has been a Webelos Den Leader for Pack 577 and has worked with new and older Scouts as an Assistant Scout Master for Troop 77. He is currently the Life to Eagle Coordinator. Dennis volunteers for the Georgia Orienteering Club and for Springbrook Park. Dennis is Troop 77’s resident expert and teacher for orienteering. Dennis achieved his Arrow of Light as a Cub Scout in Florida. He achieved the Rank of Eagle as a Boy Scout in California. He was a member of the Order of the Arrow where he was Lodge Vice Chief and Vigil Member. Dennis’s favorite thing about Scouting is watching the smile on a young man’s face when he is told he is now an Eagle Scout. Why does Dennis volunteer for Scouting? – “Many adults mentored me in Scouts, and it made a huge impact in my life. I want to make that same impact on others”. Thank you Dennis!

The United Methodist Church acknowledges Boy Scouts of America as contributing to the church’s goals in its ministry with children and youth. Our wonderful scouting program at Oak Grove would not exist except for the numerous adults who step

forward to volunteer their time and share their God given gifts and talent. We are proud to recognize three of those adults below.

Mitch Leff Mitch has been involved in Scouting as an adult leader for twelve years. He has served as an Assistant Den Leader, Den Leader, Cubmaster for Pack 577, Assistant Scout Master for Troop 77, and has served as a Northern Tier High Adventure Trip Leader. He is currently Crew Advisor for Venture Crew 77 and also a Merit Badge Counselor for the Cooking and the Communications merit badges. Mitch is a graduate of the prestigious and challenging Woodbadge Scout Leader Training Program. He is also the recipient of two District Trailblazer Awards, one for Cub Scouts and one for Boy Scouts. Mitch also volunteers on the board of the Lakeside High School Foundation. He has also worked with the Boys & Girls Club of Atlanta providing pro bono marketing counsel for almost 30 years. Mitch volunteers for the Atlanta Press Club and the Georgia Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America. Through Mitch’s leadership, Venture Crew 77 has grown from one active member four years ago to a successfully operating Crew with 20 co-ed youth members! When asked about his work with the the Venture Crew Mitch commented, “The Venture Crew offers an opportunity for boys and girls to take part in a Scouting program. For young women in particular it’s an opportunity to take part in outdoor adventures. Not all of our Crew members have been a part of the Scouting program, so seeing them have these experiences and learn is very rewarding.” Thank you Mitch!

Oak Grove Scouting Charter OrganizationOutstanding Service Award

This award recognizes leaders who have been involved in Boy Scouting at Oak Grove United Methodist Church for at least ten years. The recipient has been in an Adult Leader role during that time and has provided extraordinary guidance in strengthening and furthering the

Boy Scout Program at Oak Grove.

Today’s Worship Servants

Sound: (8:30) Billie Williams (11:00) Taylor Pendley

Ushers: John Adams, Janet Ballard, John Ballard, Kim Cody, Kelly Ewing, Haydn Fusia, Clint Ginn, John Hancock, Joseph Hancock, Sherry Hancock, Zoe Hicks, Cathy Huffines, Jay Huffines, Tim Lott, Jim Mynatt, John Mynatt, Dan Riedford, Tom Schubert, Dot Smith, Jim Smith, Roger Toebben, Bill Widmayer

Altar Guild: Ann Benton, Nancy Harte, Sally Houghton

Children’s Church: Mary Tipton and Keith Woolley

Submitting Articlesto the Oak Grove News:

Please be reminded that Thursday 12 p.m. is the deadline for information that you would like to add

to the Oak Grove News. This will enable your article to appear in the following week’s bulletin.

Send items to oakgrovenews@ogumc.org. Articles will run TWO times and may be edited for

space. Indicate the two editions you prefer when the article is submitted.

Thank you!

Check the Oak Grove website for up-to-the-minute news on all events: www.ogumc.org

Make Sure You Stay in Constant ContactInformation on our ministries, news, and upcoming events is shared through our ConstantContact weekly congregational email. If your email address changes during the year, please contact Diane O'Steen, Membership/Database Admin., (dosteen@ogumc.org or 404-636-7558 ext.221)

8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary 9:35 a.m. Sunday School Various 9:35 a.m. Contemporary Worship Fellowship Hall11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Sanctuary

Our Worship Times

Dale Smith – Executive Director ext. 225Pam Reynolds – Director of Finance ext. 224Kim Cody – Children’s Ministry ext. 218Ed Scruggs – Music Ministry ext. 226Leanne Herrmann – OrganistAndy Webb – Youth Ministry ext. 202Atticus Hicks – Dir. of Contemporary Worship ext. 208

Dr. Glenn Ethridge – Senior Pastor ext. 211Dr. Amy Morgan – Pastor of Nurture and Service ext. 210Dr. Joseph McBrayer – Pastor of Invitation and Discipleship ext. 226Rev. Mary Lou Gilbert – Pastor to Senior AdultsDr. Dana Everhart – Theologian in Residence

Our Pastors

Church Office 404-636-7558Office Hours 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. M–FEmergency Contact After Hours ext. 9Address 1722 Oak Grove Road, Decatur, GA 30033Website www.ogumc.org

Our Church Information

Our SchoolsOak Grove Christian School 404-636-5476YCS (Young Children’s School) 404-636-7951

Our Program Staff

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2/5/18Our Offerings Received to date Needed to date $266,729.65 $279,187.79Over/Under ($12,458.14)

DEEP ROOTS BUILDING CAMPAIGN RESULTSPhase 2 Given to date: $1,582,689.71