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Morrow Mirror
A publication from Morrow First United Methodist Church
*If your email does not show "Quick Links" as the last section of the Mirror, please click the link to open this email in your web browser.
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We continue our tradition of the Living Flower Cross. On Sunday, March 31, it will be outside the Prayer Room for you to add flowers as your arrive.
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The Lenten Season at Morrow First UMC
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As we embark on the sacred journey of Lent, we're excited to share with you a special Lenten calendar filled with meaningful reflections and activities. This season is an invitation to deepen our connection with faith, reflect on our spiritual journey, and embrace the transformative power of love and sacrifice. 2024 Lenten Calendar We kicked off Lent with our friends …
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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. Morrow First UMC will celebrate graduates on Sunday, May 19, 2024 during our 11 a.m. Worship Service. Graduate Form
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Attention Applicants for the Mary Alice Boyd Memorial Scholarship
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Deadline: Sunday, April 14, 2024
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On Sunday, March 3, we received $2,800.00.
On Sunday, March 10, we received $7,202.00.
On Sunday, March 17, we received $3,795.00.
On Sunday, March 24, we received $5,393.96.
Online Giving: $1,536.00
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For January, we received $36,326.89.
For February, we received $17,045.06.
We need $1,619.57 to meet our first quarter budget of $75,718.48.
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This Week at Our Food Pantry
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On Thursday, March 21, 2024, we served 35 families (116 people) including 14 new families.
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The Ramblers gather on the first Tuesday of each month at 8:30 a.m. for breakfast at IHOP in Morrow. Come join us for food and fellowship. After breakfast (9:30-ish), we meet in the church's Fellowship Hall to discuss our future activities and other business. For more information about the Ramblers activities, contact Pam Boyd.
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Join Us in Praying For
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New
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
- Grace Clark
- Rudy Deal
- Bruce Jewett
- Janie Griffin
- Jerry Griffin
- Shielda Groce
- Gertie Hallman
- Joe Henley
- 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.
- Tim Lively
- John Maddox
- Dean Marshal
- Mary Linda McElhannon
- 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
- Judy Serritella
- Bonnie Smith
- Jennifer Sullivan
- Nicholas Swindell
- Janet Thomaston
- Becky Wimberly
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
For Sunday, June 6, we collected $4,023.89
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Our remaining need for this month is $20,858.11.
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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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Special Giving
In memory of Jack Kirksey, given by Pam & Brad Boyd
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In Memory of Bill Peacock, given by Mary Anne & Bob Brannon Pam & Brad Boyd Becky & Mike Griffin
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On Thursday, June 3, we served 27 families (77 people) and 3 new families.
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- Canned Fruit
- Grits
- Cornbread Mix
- Juice
- Pasta Sides
- Spaghetti Noodles & Sauce
- Spaghetti-O’s
- Rice
- Canned Tomatoes
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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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