Scripture Lesson: Romans 12:1-15
Sermon: Thanksgiving Words of Faith
Outline:
1. The church
2. Amazing Grace
3. love

Surviving the Holidays Seminar
Sunday, November 16th
6pm-8pm

“GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays” is a helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after a loved one’s death.

The seminar will be held on Sunday, November 16, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at St. Andrew UMC, 3455 Canton Road, Marietta, GA 30066. Call 770-926-3488 or sandy@thepumpkinchurch.org There is a $10 registration charge that includes the workbook. Pre-registration is preferred for planning purposes.

The seminar features practical suggestions and reassurance through video interviews with counselors, grief experts and other people who have experienced the holidays after their loved one’s death.

Topics to be discussed include “Why the Holidays Are Tough,” “What to Expect,” “How to Prepare,” “How to Manage Relationships and Holiday Socials” and “Using the Holidays to Help You Heal.”

Those who attend will receive a book with over 30 daily readings providing additional insights and ideas on holiday survival

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We have been approached by Mt. View UMC with thier Angel Food Ministries opportunity.

What is Angel Food Ministries?

Angel Food Ministries is a non-profit, non-denominational organization dedicated to providing grocery relief and financial support to communities throughout the United States. The program began in 1994 with 34 families in Monroe, Georgia (between Atlanta and Athens), and has grown to serve hundreds of thousands of families every month across 35 states. Angel Food Ministries crosses denominational lines and has spread the good news of the gospel of Christ through salvation tracts that are placed in each food order.

See Angel Food Ministries Website

This is a great idea for anyone…

Steps:
Check out the menus

Order through Mt. View UMC

Adoption - Foster Care - Mentoring

St. Andrew United Methodist Church invites you to join us on November 6, 2008 at 6:30 P.M. to learn more about adoption and foster care.

• Is international or domestic adoption best?
• What are the differences between private, public, open, and closed adoptions?
• What is foster care, and is it right for my family?
• How much does it cost to adopt?
• How does a family get approved to foster or adopt?
• Is it true that birth parents can “show up” in the future and take my adopted child?
• What if I’m not ready to make a full-time commitment, are there other ways to get involved?

Get answers to these questions and many more! Meet families who have adopted and fostered children, both internationally and domestically. Hear from a local attorney who has assisted families with over 750 adoptions. Visit with agencies who serve the local area.

Where: St. Andrew United Methodist Church
3455 Canton Road
Marietta, GA 300
When: Thursday, November 6th
Time: 6:30 P.M.
RSVP: 770-926-3488*

*Nursery care will be provided for young children. Please indicate if you need nursery.

DivorceCare

This is a support group for adults who are dealing with the trauma of separation or divorce. The next session of DivorceCare® will begin September 24, 2008. Need more info? Contact Sandy at the church 770-926-3488 or sandy@thepumpkinchurch.org

DC4K
Thisis is a support group for kids ages 5-12 who have experienced a loss of a parent thru divorce, separation, or death. The next session of DC4K™ will begin September 24, 2008. Need more info? Contact Sandy at the church 770-926-3488 or sandy@thepumkinchurch.org

Griefshare
This is a support group for adults who are grieving the death of someone close to them. The next session of GriefShare will begin September 24, 2008. Need more info? Contact Sandy at the church 770-926-3488 or sandy@thepumpkinchurch.org

Want to know the lastest happenings at St. Andrew UMC? Start by looking at the church calendar by clicking on the link to the right under the links heading. —>

A Breast Cancer Support Group. 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm. Childcare is provided.
For more information please call 770-926-3488 or e-mail: sandy@thepumpkinchurch.org.