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Morrow Mirror
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A publication from Morrow First United Methodist Church
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Pastor's Pen
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“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.” Philippians 4:4-9 (NIV)
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Good morning, Morrow First UMC family and friends!
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I am so excited to be reappointed as your Senior Pastor for my third year! Great goals and expectations await us as we continue to be the Body of Christ and stay connected in person, live streaming on YouTube, drive in services when needed, and fellowship opportunities via our website and new church app! You will love using the Morrow FUMC app during Worship services!
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I would like to take a special moment to thank our members, staff, governance board, lay speakers, liturgists, servant leaders, and all those who contributed and still contribute to our weekly devotionals. Many thanks to our tech and sound team leaders, Chuck and Beth Mathews, and their volunteers who make sure we can live stream our worship services and stay connected during COVID-19, and afterwards. Also, thanks to the entire team who gathered together to assure we could have a parking lot drive-in service. Our first service was March 21st. We returned to in person Worship on March 28th, Palm Sunday, and on Easter Sunday, April 4, we recognized our 2020 confirmation class graduates with certificates presented by their teacher, Tracy Larson.
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We are prepared for connecting any Sunday with both live stream and in person worship options available. Our team spirit and outstanding leadership continues to help us and others see and be the light of God, and give thanks and praise to God even in the midst of Covid-19 and hard and challenging times. We pray for everyone who has lost loved ones, has submitted prayers, published and private, and are presently undergoing challenges. We are here for you. Please let us know how we can help you. Many of our members have been vaccinated and we celebrate seeing and being close together once more, safe, and still in masks.
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We are excited that we have returned to in person worship and it is so good to see you again! And for those who cannot come, live streaming on YouTube keeps us connected. I look forward to us continuing to utilize our social media outlets with more members and guests downloading our church app and being able to follow our worship services and monthly events. Please call the church office if you need assistance. All we need is available on our phones. Members who are homebound still receive our Morrow Mirror mailings.
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Opportunities to fellowship in various ways while remaining safe are available. Sunday school and Worship services; Wednesday Fellowship which will continue until May 19th; bowling which begins May 19th; Morrow Ramblers meetings and field trips; UMW meetings and a luncheon on May 15th; and children and youth trips. These are just a few of the things planned to keep us connected, safe and here for each other and new people we meet and invite to our various events or welcome tables.
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I look forward to us continuing to utilize our social media outlets as well as our church app to follow our Sunday worship services and all of our events.
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Our recent community renewal service was a huge success! We had only one service this year -- a drive in service on Sunday evening, April 25 -- in the parking lot of First Baptist Church of Morrow. All three of the pastors contributed to a homily on Ephesians 6:10-18, “The Armor of God.” We look forward to our community renewal service in 2022 where we will return to a three-night revival with each church providing a meal, choir, and sermon.
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Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 9, and my prayers are that every mother and every woman who has helped a mother in any way feel honored and appreciated for helping all women and mothers to raise children. Our high school and college graduates will be recognized on May 16th. Congratulate them for their many accomplishments.
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Thank you again for all the ways you have continued to love one another, freely giving and serving, and being impactful in our community and in the world!
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Pray for Ralph and me as we both plan to go to Africa July 5-20th. Ralph is going to Tanzania and I am going back to Kenya!
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1. Get the Morrow FUMC app from your app store (Apple and Android). It is a free app!
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Guest Speaker this Sunday, April 28, 2024
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C. Russell Davis is Executive Director of the North Georgia Conference Camp and Retreat Ministries, Inc., in his seventeenth year serving the churches of our conference. He leads a team responsible for the ministry and facilities of Glisson Camp and Retreat Center, for Grow Day Camps and the Experiential Leadership Institute, ministries that have the capacity to provide life-changing experiences …
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Are you graduating in 2024? Or did you graduate at the end of 2023? Let your Morrow Methodist Family know.
We are looking for those graduating from high school and those who have achieved degrees from a college or university.
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Morrow First UMC will celebrate graduates on Sunday, May 19, 2024 during our 11 a.m. Worship Service.
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Mother/Daughter/Sister/Friend Banquet
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Our M/D/S/F Banquet is scheduled for Saturday, May 11th, at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Our theme this year is “I Hope You Dance!”. We’ll be exploring the various dance styles through the decades. Several of our ladies will be performing these dance styles as we discuss their history. This is going to be a lot of fun!
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Mother’s Day Gift to Mission
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Every year, the United Women in Faith offer everyone the opportunity to honor/remember our mothers and all the special women in our lives by making a financial donation to our Gift to Missions in their names. We made the unanimous decision that this year we want to present our gifts to the Food Pantry in memory of Doug Jewett. Doug …
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Exploring General Conference
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The United Methodist General Conference began Tuesday, April 23 and continues through May 3, 2024, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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The Front Porch Players Proudly Present A Bad Year for Tomatoes
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Fridays, April 26th & May 3rd, 2024 - 7:30 p.m.
Saturdays, April 27th & May 4th, 2024 - 7:30 p.m.
Sundays, April 28 & May 5th, 2024 - 2:30 p.m.
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Free Outdoor Pops Concert - May 5th - Southern Crescent Symphony
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We invite you to join us for a free symphony concert featuring music from stage and screen on Sunday, May 5th at 3:00 p.m. on the back lawn of the First Baptist Church of Morrow (1647 Lake Harbin Rd.) In case of rain, the concert will be held in the church’s sanctuary. Bring your lawn chairs and refreshments and enjoy an afternoon of music!
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Reminder to Serve at Calvary
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This post is a reminder for all the teams that have signed up to serve at Calvary Refuge Center. Thank you for your service.
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On Sunday, April 7, we received $8,352.00.
On Sunday, April 14, we received $2,211.00.
On Sunday, April 21, we received $3,349.95.
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The Second Quarter need is $57,763.52.
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We appreciate you continuing to contribute to the ministries and the operating costs of our beloved Morrow First United Methodist Church.
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This Week at Our Food Pantry
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On Thursday, April 18, 2024, we served 36 families (117 people) including 7 new families.
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Morrow Elementary Teacher’s break room needs a fridge
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Morrow First UMC has learned that the teachers of Morrow Elementary are in need of a refrigerator for their break room. If you know of a gently used fridge that can be donated, please reach out to Pastor Nelson.
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Join Us in Praying For
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New
- Brenda Loosier and family after the passing for her husband, Harry Loosier on 4/7/2024.
Ongoing
- Leaders & people of Ukraine
- Scarlett Anderson
- Brad Aull
- Diana Aull
- Darlene Bulger and family after the passing of her father, Jesse Coppins. Obituary for Jesse Coppins
- Bruce Jewett
- Janie Griffin
- Jerry Griffin
- Johnathon Hollowell
- Cora Johnson
- Faye Kirksey, Sandra Reonas, and family after the passing of their aunt Rena McMichael on 3/4/2024. The obituary for Rena McMichael.
- Layla Leo
- Tim Lively
- Ralph Lyons
- John Maddox
- Dean Marshal
- Alex McKenzie-Castillo
- Ardell McKenzie-Sasso and family after the passing of her grandmother, Casimira Hines
- Geraldine McKenzie
- Russell McMichael
- Ann McNamara
- Keith Munson
- Lisa Neely
- Jean Peacock
- Reggie Pye
- Sandra Reonas
- Jackie Smiley
- Bonnie Smith
- Nicholas Swindell
- Janet Thomaston
Our Service Members
- Max Anderson (cousin of Layla Leo)
- Kameron Burrell (great nephew of Linda McElhannon)
- HN Damian Hammond (nephew of Keith & Kathy Munson)
- David Key (son-in-law of Bil & Melanie Johnson)
- Kevin McElhannon, Jr. (grandson of Bill & Linda McElhannon)
- Capt. Kyle L. J. Phillips (grandson of Larry Phillips)
Our Nursing Home/ Rehab Patients/ Homebound Members
- Mary Bellinger
- Ellen Betsill
- Jatha Day
- James Gloor
- Joe Henley
- Faye Hewatt
- Ruth Matthews
- Bill & Linda McElhannon
- Faye McGarrah
- Beverly St. Germain
- Karen Sargent
- Janet Thomaston
- Betty Whittaker
Please contact the church office if you wish to send cards to these members.
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2021 Monthly Budget Needs: $24,882.00
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For Sunday, May 2, we collected $5,515.00.
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Our remaining need for May is $19,367.00.
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We appreciate your continuing to contribute to the ministries and the operating costs of our beloved Morrow First United Methodist Church. Here are ways you can contribute your tithes and offerings:
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- Mail a check to Morrow First UMC, P.O. Box 143, Morrow, GA 30260.
- Set up bill pay at your local bank and have them send your check to the church. Most banks provide this service at no cost to you.
- Digital Giving with the Morrow FUMC App or visit mfumc.com/give
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On Thursday, April 29, we served 17 families (42 people) and 2 new families.
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- Canned Fruit
- Canned Tomatoes
- Cornbread Mix
- Juice
- Pasta Sides
- Spaghetti Noodles & Sauce
- Spaghetti-O’s
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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day - Clayton County
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CCWA hosts Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day in the spring to give Clayton County residents the chance to drop off a wide variety of items we often have stored around the house that have a detrimental effect on our environment. This event is hosted by our Stormwater Utility and is free. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, April …
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On National Slam the Scam Day and throughout the year, the Social Security Administration gives you the tools to recognize Social Security-related scams and stop scammers from stealing your money and personal information. Help protect your loved ones and people in your community this Slam the Scam Day by: Educating them about government imposter scams. Let them know they shouldn’t …
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