IN THIS ISSUE
the Beacon
First United Methodist Church
Marion, NC
Seeking to be a Lighthouse guiding
people in Worship, Discipleship,
and Christian Service.
A Word from Pastor Warren Page 1
Members in Action Page 2
August Calendar Page 2
Children and Youth Page 3
UMW News Page 4
Memorials Page 5
August Birthdays Page 6
2015
Dear Friends of Marion First UMC,
Thanks so much for the welcome to our new home. It’s been a swirl the past
month of unpacking and adjusting, which followed a couple of months of
packing. The questions that begin with “where is…” are beginning to taper
off some. We like what we have experienced thus far in the church and
community as you write a chapter of our lives, which for the moment is strewn
around in bits and pieces.
So this month I share with you bits and pieces of things for you to be aware of.
One is supporting our elementary school neighbor, and I have been able to
meet with Mr. Slagle to share with him our desire to lift the school up in
prayer on a date to be announced. Also, perhaps you have participated as a
prayer partner here at church and the possibility exists for similar connections
to occur with the teachers and staff on a voluntary basis. Some of you are
aware of the feeding programs in other counties that go beyond the school
walls in joint efforts between schools and churches that provide lunches
throughout the summer for kids. You will hear more about those opportunities
as we explore how best to partner with the school district.
Of course the time is upon us to work with children through our VBS as its
beginning is just a week away. There are always numerous ways to be in
involved in making a VBS a positive experience in the faith life of a child. If
you are so inspired, please contact Anita to let her know of your desire, even if
you are clueless as to what you would like to help with. Along the way, I have
witnessed VBS to have a positive impact on kids, parents, volunteers, and the
church.
In a year round opportunity to work with children, we could use a volunteer to
pursue becoming a Cub Master as part of our charter. There are many parents
each year who seek out a pack to join because of the life-long benefits
scouting offers. The most critical need at this juncture to launch a pack at our
church is to secure a Cub Master. If you have been in scouting before, or not,
but are at a place in life with the requisite time I’m sure you will feel rewarded
by the experience. The position can be filled by a man or woman of legal age.
The last piece is to let you know the
church windows of the sanctuary need to
be replaced. There are some who have
expressed a desire to replace them with
stain glass. Now is a good time to take
up a conversation toward that end. The
trustees have requested, and the council
in turn agreed, to seek to have a church
conference to give the trustees guidance
on the decision the trustees felt should
not be left to them alone. Our District
Superintendent, John Boggs, has
authorized the conference to be held
following worship services on Sunday
August 30th in our sanctuary. All are
welcome to participate, voting is limited
to professing members of the
congregation, but this process allows
more to be involved than a typical called
charge conference.
I look forward to seeing you in church!
Pastor Warren Owens
August Calendar
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Acolyte
Aug. 2 Tyler Young
Aug. 9 Dylan Kagan
Aug. 16 Maggie Buckner
Aug. 23 Samuel Owens
Aug. 30 Ben Kagan
Crucifer
Aug. 2 Eavan Smith
Aug. 9 Maggie Vaughn
Aug. 16 Olivia Bell
Aug. 23 Hayden Vaughn
Aug. 30 Thomas Moomaw
Children’s Church
Aug. 2 Anita Laffoon
Aug. 9 Anita Laffoon
Aug. 16 Angela Bryan
Aug. 23 Jessica Ross
Aug. 30 Beth Ross
Sunday School
Elementary Kids Amy Moomaw
Youth Anita Laffoon
Lector
Aug. 2 Jane Kelly
Aug. 9 Chris Vaughn
Aug. 16 Tom Atkinson
Aug. 23 Tom Atkinson
Aug. 30 Mike Sewell
Ushers
Aug. 2 Julia and Edwin Quinn
Linda and Wayne Da-
vidson
Aug. 9 Rick and Brenda Salsman
Mike and Gail Sewell
Aug. 16 Edwin and Julia Quinn
Tony Long, Dina Stain-
brook
Aug. 23 Chris and Hayden
Vaughn
Maggie Vaughn, Ruth
Sander
Aug. 30 Jamie and Lamar Green
Bill and Chandler Bell
Coffee Clean-up Youth
Sound Mike Myers
Wed., Aug. 5 8:00 am-Men’s Bible Study
Thurs., Aug. 6 10:00 am-Women’s Bible Study
Fri., Aug. 7 10:00 am-Quilted Hugs
Mon. Aug. 10 5:30 pm-Vacation Bible School
Begins!
Tues., Aug. 11 5:30 pm-Vacation Bible School
Wed., Aug. 12 8:00 am-Men’s Bible Study
9:00 am-Coffee Club
5:30 pm-Vacation Bible School
7:00 pm-Psalter Choir Practice
Thurs., Aug. 13 10:00 am-Women’s Bible Study
5:30 pm-Vacation Bible School
Fri., Aug 14 5:30 pm-Final night of VBS!
Mon., Aug. 17 6:00 pm-Day Care Board Meeting
6:30 pm-Mayme Tainter Circle
Meeting at Moondoggie’s
7:00 pm-Trustees Meeting
Tues., Aug. 18 7:00 pm-Finance Meeting
Wed., Aug. 19 8:00 am-Men’s Bible Study
Thurs. Aug. 20 10:00 am-Women’s Bible Study
Sat., Aug. 22 9:30 am-UMW Blue Ridge District
Annual meeting in Spindale, NC
Sun., Aug. 23 12:30 pm-Youth Lake Bash
6:00 pm-Community Worship
Service-Providence UMC
Tues., Aug. 25 Back To School!
Wed., Aug. 26 8:00 am-Men’s Bible Study
9:00 am-Coffee Club
6:00 pm-Church Council Meeting
Thurs., Aug. 27 10:00 am-Women’s Bible Study
Sun., Aug. 30 12:00 pm-Church Conference
Church Conference Meeting
On Sunday, August 30 (right after the worship service),
there will be a brief Church Conference Meeting to decide on replacing the
existing church windows with either stained glass windows or frosted and
tinted windows. Please put this date on your calendar!
To our church family: Thanks so much for all of your prayers and support for our mission trip this year! We had a blast, and we saw God move in mighty ways in Nashville! It is always a privilege to be the hands and feet of Jesus to others, and we thank you for
all of the ways you allowed us to do that!
High School Bible Study
High School Youth!
Don’t forget that we are now meeting on
Wednesdays at 4 pm for Bible Study .
Hope to see you there!
Vacation Bible School
VBS is almost here! This year’s theme is “Everest...Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty
Power,” and is open to kids ages 3 through those who have just completed the 5th grade. Also, VBS wouldn’t be the
same without our fantastic volunteers! If you would like to join the fun, volunteers (and children who are
participating) can register online at www.marionfumc.com/vacation-bible-school, where there
will be a description of each volunteer opportunity.
Youth Lake Party
It’s that time of year! Rising 6th
graders are invited to join the
youth at the lake for our last big
bash before school starts!
Mark your calendars for
Sunday,
August 23rd, and watch your
emails for more details!
Wonderful Wednesdays Wednesday night Faithweaver Friends activities
for ages 3 through 5th grade will resume on
September 9 from 6-7 pm. We hope you’ll join
us as we learn about God’s amazing love through
crafts, games, and music!
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United Methodist Women
The Mayme Tainter Circle will meet Monday, August 17 at 6:30 pm at
Moondoggy’s Restaurant for a Dutch treat meal and fellowship. (meeting date changed
because of conflict with VBS)
The Morning Circle is invited to join the Mayme Tainter Circle.
The UMW Blue Ridge District will hold its annual meeting on Sat., August 22,
beginning at 9:30 am at Spindale UMC. If you are interested in carpooling, contact
Sharon Smith or Linda Davidson.
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Baby Shower for Anna Caparaso
Sunday, August 9
2-4 pm
in the
Church
Parlor
Registered
at
Babies-R-
Us
The FUMC Mission and Outreach Committee is always looking to help our community.
With the start of school approaching, we are looking to
support McDowell High with travel size hygiene items and flip flops. Recommended donations are:
tooth brushes, toothpaste, body wash, washcloths, deodorant and
adult size flip flops. Please contact Karah Wilson at (828)778-8761 or [email protected]
with any questions or ideas. Please drop off donations in the big yellow box outside Pastor
Warren’s office.
The Methodist Men are planning to have short sleeve shirts with the Cross and Flame logo made up for any that want them. A sign up sheet is in the office for you to place your name, the number of shirts you would like, and the size. The cost of the shirts will be $27 each and you don’t need to pay until they are picked up. In order to get this price, we need to order at least 20 shirts. There is an example shirt in the office or you may have seen several men that still have a shirt from a previous order. We hope lots of folks will consider placing an order. The Methodist Men meet the second Sunday morning in each month at the Steakhouse on the 5 lane at 8 am. We have breakfast, a short meeting and great fellowship. All men in the Church are invited to attend. Come join us!
Memorials
In Memory of Christina Atkins Gene and Virginia Cross
Chris and Stephanie Goudreau
Phillip and Kay Tate
Robert and Jean Creekmore
Gerald and Peggy Weimer
Jeff and Angela Bryan
Loretta Smith
Marion City Club
Susie Bender Phillip and Kay Tate
Selma Rabb Kenneth Rabb
Congregational Care Committee
The Congregational Care Committee seeks to care for the needs of individual members and families, and
serves to equip our congregation to care for one another. We provide meals, local
transportation , and for those who are home bound or in nursing/assisted living facilities, phone calls and direct contact
through our visitation teams. Our committee is able to provide these areas of service through the continued commitment
of our congregation here at FUMC.
if you are aware of anyone needing our care by calling Debra Boldon
at 659-9707 or email [email protected]
There are several openings on the Flower Calendar for the next couple of months. Please call the church office if you
would like to put flowers on the altar in memory or in honor of someone special.
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March Birthdays
August Birthdays
A Lighthouse guiding people in Worship, Spiritual Growth, and Service.
First United Methodist Church 176 Robert St. Marion, NC 28752 828-652-7010 marionfumc.com
August 1 Kathy Atkinson
Fred Coats August 5 Debra Boldon
August 6 Molly Hollifield August 7 Mitch Goodson August 8 Caroline Brown
Noah Bryan August 10 Josh Bagwell
Daniel Young August 11 Matthew Holda Sharon Smith
August 12 Missy Vaughn August 13 Rick Barber
August 14 Dina Stainbrook August 15 Todd Pool August 16 Rene Bell
August 18 Patrick Davis
Nancy Haynes Ann Ledbetter
Megan Moomaw August 19 Lillian Smith August 20 Tabitha Bagwell
Claire Hollifield Debbie Ishikura
August 22 Mary Jane Boyd August 23 Adam Kinninger Jessica Ross
August 24 Dan Davis Mary Hallman
August 29 Danny Cook John Holda August 30 Angela Bryan
Jamie Green
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