December 18, 2016

FOURTH SUNDAY IN ADVENT

Christmas Eve Worship Services Saturday, December 24, 2016

3 p.m. Children’s Service

Sanctuary

5 p.m. Contemporary Candlelight Service

Fellowship Hall

5 p.m. Traditional Candlelight Service

Sanctuary

8 p.m. Traditional Candlelight Service

Sanctuary

One Worship Service, Sunday, December 25. 2016 10:30 a.m. Christmas Communion Service

Sanctuary

One Worship Service, Sunday, January 1, 2017 10:30 a.m. Epiphany Communion Service

Sanctuary

8:30 and 11 a.m. ORDER OF WORSHIP December 18, 2016

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Welcome and Announcements

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

Prelude

O Little Town of Bethlehem Ms. Jan Appling, Piano and Ms. Leanne Herrmann, Organ

*Hymn of Praise

People, Look East

arr. Ira B. Wilson

UMH 202

Lighting of the Advent Wreath - The Love Candle

(8:30) Avery Ginn (11:00) Margaret and Elizabeth Bazemore The greatest gift we receive and the greatest gift we give is love. We love because God first loved us. We receive the radical acceptance of God’s love, and we proclaim and share God’s love with others. We light this candle as a sign of the love of Christ.

Congregational Response Love came down at Christmas, Love all lovely, Love divine; Love was born at Christmas; star and angels gave the sign. A Morning Prayer and The Lord’s Prayer Rev. Susan Allen Grady 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. Sacrament of Holy Baptism (11:00)

Dr. Ethridge Dr. Amy Morgan

Quinn Frances Manget, daughter of Kristin and Will Manget Congregational Pledge With God’s help, we will so order our lives after the example of Christ, that Quinn, surrounded by steadfast love, may be established in the faith, and confirmed and strengthened in the way that leads to life eternal. God Claims You TFWS 2249 Quinn, Quinn, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you, too. We this day do all agree a child of God you’ll always be. Quinn, Quinn, God claims you, God helps you, protects you, and loves you, too. Our Tithes & Offerings (8:30) (11:00)

The Coventry Carol Still, Still, Still Ms. Cindy Rikard, Soprano; Ms. Betty McGinty, Alto

arr. James Southbridge arr. Russell Robinson

*Doxology While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks UMH 236 All glory be to God on high, and to the earth be peace; goodwill hence-forth from heaven to earth begin and never cease, begin and never cease! *Hymn of Preparation

Love Came Down at Christmas

UMH 242

(At the 11:00 a.m. service, children are invited to come forward during the hymn.)

Children’s Time (11:00)

Ms. Kim Cody

(At the 11:00 a.m. service, children in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade are invited to attend Children’s Church after the Children’s Time. Pick up is in room 206.)

Duet (8:30)

Anthem (11:00)

Still, Still, Still Ms. Cindy Rikard, Soprano; Ms. Betty McGinty, Alto

arr. Russell Robinson

Ding! Dong! Merrily On High Chancel Choir Ms. Jan Appling and Ms. Leanne Herrmann, four-hand piano

Howard Helvey

Ding! dong! merrily on high, in heav'n the bells are ringing: ding! dong! verily the sky is riv'n with angel singing. Gloria! Hosanna in excelsis! E'en so here below, below, let steeple bells be swungen, and "Io, io, io!" by priest and people sungen. Gloria! Hosanna in excelsis! Pray you, dutifully prime your matin chime, ye ringers; may you beautifully rime your evetime song, ye singers! Gloria! Hosanna in excelsis!

Scripture Matthew 1:18-25 The Word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. Sermon

*Sending Hymn

Ms. Tara Henning

Sing We Now of Christmas: Love Came Down at Christmas

Dr. Ethridge

Angels We Have Heard on High

UMH 238

(Those who wish to join the church are invited to come forward.)

*Benediction *Postlude

Dr. Ethridge Sing We Now of Christmas

The flowers on the altar today are given to the glory of God in celebration of Millie Edwards’ 90th birthday by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. *Congregation stand as able. UMH: United Methodist Hymnal / TFWS: The Faith We Sing Large print hymnals and bulletins and hearing assistance devices are available from an usher.

arr. Dale Wood

OAK GROVE NEWS December 18, 2016

Budd Terrace Honored One of our United Methodist affiliated mission agencies, Budd Terrace at Wesley Woods, has been named in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes 2016 – 2017 in the United States. In addition to CMS’s 5-STAR Rating process, U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes’ ratings incorporate more data about medical quality, rehabilitation therapy, and performance over time. As a trusted authority, U.S. News & World Report began 26 years ago with their groundbreaking Best Hospitals rankings. Now, U.S. News & World Report’s “Best” designations are widely recognized by both, consumers and medical professionals, as the “Gold Standard” for quality healthcare in the United States. Budd Terrace is beginning its fifth consecutive year as a 5-STAR rated facility by CMS, which places Budd Terrace in the top 20% of skilled nursing facilities in the United States under CMS’s criteria; likewise, it continues to rate for the fourth consecutive year, as one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes for 2016 – 2017, rating Budd Terrace in the top 4.5% of all skilled nursing facilities in the United States.

SANCTUARY IS OPEN Thursday December 22, 7 to 9 p.m.

As your calendar starts to fill up with shopping, parties, and travel, take a little time to breathe at Oak Grove! The Sanctuary is decorated for the season, and you are invited to come on Thursday December 22, for Time to Breathe, a quiet time to relax, pray, and reflect on the season. This is a wonderful opportunity to invite someone to Oak Grove! For more information, contact Carson Wiggins ([email protected]) or Rev. Susan Allen Grady.

MLK Decatur

SERVICE Project January 14, 15, 16, 2017

“Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?” – Martin Luther King, Jr.

Once again, Oak Grove will participate in the MLK Service Days project in Decatur. On January 14, 15, and 16, we will join together to help with yard work, painting, and minor repairs to help keep a senior citizen in his or her home. Everyone ages 12 and up are invited to participate; those under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Register for this event on the church website (www.ogumc.org). For more information, contact Amy Morgan ([email protected]).

NEWCOMER Connection

Are you new to Oak Grove? Are you looking for your place here? Newcomers Connection is back, and it is just for you! This 3-week class will introduce you to other newcomers to Oak Grove, all the ways to get involved at Oak Grove, our wonderful staff and lay leadership, and what it means to be a United Methodist church. The next Newcomers Connection will meet Sundays, January 22, 29, and February 5. There are two times from which to choose. Session A will meet from 9:40 to 10:40 a.m. in Grand Hall. Session B will meet from 11 a.m. to noon in Grand Hall. For more information or to register, please contact Rev. Susan Allen Grady ([email protected], 404-636-7558 ext 212).

Advent Offering Christmas is almost here! As you’ve purchased your gifts for family and friends, have you also made your gift to the Oak Grove Advent Offering? The Advent Offering is a gift to God and provides funding for the many mission ministries of Oak Grove UMC. Through your Advent Offering, you help feed hungry people, provide homes for foster children, assist people who are new to America, and care for homeless people in our community. Your giving meets real needs and changes lives. Please use the special Advent offering envelope that was mailed or pick one up at church. Checks should be made payable to Oak Grove UMC and marked “Advent Offering.” You can also give online at www.ogumc.org or through Text-to-Give using the key word “Advent.” Thank you for your generosity!

Merry Christmas from the Youth Staff

We hope your Christmas season is filled with love, laughter, joy, peace, and wonderful memories! Thank you for your support of our youth and the youth ministry! You are changing lives that will transform the world. – Andy, Shara, Thomas, & Diane

Youth – Holiday Schedule

Sunday, December 18 – Sunday School; NO Youth Fellowship – See you at the Christmas at Oak Grove concert! Sunday, December 25 – NO Sunday School or Youth Fellowship – Merry Christmas! Sunday, January 1 – NO Sunday School or Youth Fellowship – Happy New Year!

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Where Were You During That Monster Snowstorm?

Please join us for our January Memory Café Meeting on January 26, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. This month we will reminisce about "that monster storm". There have been a few in Atlanta and our friends from other parts will really have some stories to tell. The Memory Café is an opportunity for caregivers and anyone experiencing memory loss to get together for a time of socializing and fellowship. Light refreshments will be provided. Feel free to dress casually and leave as needed. We meet in the new Church Building in Room 101. Please enter through the Church portico at the back of the building. For more information contact Janet Ballard (770-490-4005). Join Oak Grove United Methodist Church Senior Adults trip to

Saint Simons Island

Storytelling Festival Epworth By The Sea February 18-20, 2017

Oak Grove travelers will gather early at the church on Saturday, Feb. 18, to depart for St. Simons Island by chartered bus. Arriving in mid-afternoon, there will be time to get settled and be ready for dinner and the first round of story-telling in the evening. Four Excellent Storytellers include: Dean of Storytelling – Donald Davis, Georgia Great Whistler – Andy Offutt Irwin, Champion Liar of Tall Tales – Bil Lepp, and Teller of Home-Fried Tales – Lyn Ford. After laughing until our sides ache, we will return home to Oak Grove Church at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, February 20. Transportation is by a comfortable 55 passenger tour bus. Rooms and meals come as a package deal. Five meals are included and served cafeteria style in the Epworth dining room. Meals enroute are “pay on your own”. The deadline for Oak Grove participants to have priority registration is January 2, 2016, requiring a deposit of $150.00 and a completed medical form for travel (blank forms are available in the church office). After January 2, registration will be open to other churches and individuals. Double Room Occupancy (includes meals at Epworth, room for two nights, bus fee, & storytelling): $310.00 per person. Single room occupancy (includes meals at Epworth, room for two nights, bus fee, & storytelling): $390.00 per person. Register in the Oak Grove church office. The registration fee of $150.00 is included in the total fee listed above. The final payment of fees is due January 2, 2017.

Oak Grove Memorials I N H O NOR

TO THE MOBILE SOUP KITCHEN IN HONOR OF Barbara Smith by Richard & Ellen Brown

TO THE TRADITIONAL MUSIC FUND IN HONOR OF Gordon Vining by Barbara Adams

I N ME MO R Y TO THE BUILDING FUND IN MEMORY OF Rachel Still by Ann Morris & family TO THE HONDURAS MISSION FUND IN MEMORY OF George Nash by George & Carolyn Jeffares TO THE MEMORIAL FUND IN MEMORY OF Norman Stone by Frank & Jean Matthews TO THE UNITED METHODIST CHILDREN’S HOME IN MEMORY OF Dot Adams by Barbara Adams TO THE MISSIONS FUND IN MEMORY OF Valerie Harper by Barbara Adams George Nash by Barbara Adams Joseph & Kathy Robb Ernie & Beverly Cole TO THE NURTURING MINISTRIES IN MEMORY OF Valerie Harper by Lorraine LeGette TO THE TRADITIONAL MUSIC FUND IN MEMORY OF Alice Bailey by Louis Bailey

Good News The Oak Grove Library is Moving The Oak Grove Library will soon move to its new location. We look forward to hosting you in our new church library. You can help by returning overdue library books or purchasing their replacements.

PLEASE PRAY FOR New to Care Facilities… Flo Baker – AG Rhodes Celene Hall – Budd Terrace For a complete list of persons in care facilities, please contact the church office.

THIS WEEK’S ACTIVITIES

Midweek Resumes Wed., January 4, 2017

Continued Prayers... Beth Benefield, Dottie Bonnell, Sara Bowles, Lisa Bowling, Bill Cole, Liz Darden, Sherry Farr-Mus, Jim Golden, Charlie Hamilton, Carol Linder, Michele Lindner, Fred Lott, Nell McCuen, Lee McFall, Dick Muth, Cindy Mynatt, Bill Narde, Jeannine Nash, Anne Patterson, Dan Riedford, Ray Roper, June Row, Kristen Sanders, Karen Smith, Chick Sward, Wednesday Chapel Communion meets December 21, BUT NOT DECEMBER 28. Dawn Thomas, Paul Tuggle, Jane Webster, Rob We resume January 4, 2017. White, Pete Williams, Bill Wolfe, Gene Worth Our Homebound Members... For a complete listing of homebound members, please contact the church office.

Sunday Morning Bus Drivers Needed

We need one more person to drive on a once a month rotation to transport our Clarimont Place residents to church on Sunday mornings. Drivers pick up the bus at Oak Grove at 9 a.m. Happy 100th Birthday... and complete their task by 12:30 p.m. Drivers Oak Grove wishes a happy birthday to Byron need to have a valid driver’s license and a clean Matthews on December 23, 2016, for 100 years of driving record. Contact Amy Morgan faithful living! ([email protected] or 404-636-7558, ext. 210) for more information.

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What a Great Christmas Gift Idea! Would you want to put a gift to Oak Grove missions on your Christmas wish list?

Bridge Oak Grove United Methodist Church has a monthly bridge group that plays the 4th Monday of every month. We will not meet the 4th Monday, December 26. We will resume January 23. Novice to advanced players are encouraged to attend. The emphasis is on having fun. If you’re interested in playing bridge with us, please contact Charlie Beckham, (404-728-1100 or [email protected]).

Upper Room Daily Devotional Guides

The January/February editions of The Upper Room are now available. Pick one up today!

Oak Grove Office Hours 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. M–F Sunday, December 18, 2016 9:30am Coffee Fellowship Grand Hall 4:30pm Christmas at Oak Grove Sanctuary 5:30pm Disciple 1 Rm 216/237 7:00pm Christmas at Oak Grove Sanctuary Monday, December 19, 2016 9:30am Disciple 2 Rm 216/237 7:00pm Finance Team Meeting Rm 217/236 7:30pm Adult Volley Ball Heritage Hall Gym Tuesday, December 20, 2016 9:30am Disciple 1 Rm 102 6:30pm Grief Sharing Group Rm 219/238 7:30pm Aerobics Class Heritage Hall Gym Wednesday, December 21, 2016 9:30am WOW: Weekly Oxygen for Women Rm 219/238 5:00pm Chapel Communion Service Sanctuary 6:30pm Disciple 4 Rm 217/236 6:30pm Disciple 1x2 Rm 219/238 7:00pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary 7:00pm Evening WOW Parlor 7:30pm Boy Scout Troop 77 Meeting Scout Hall Thursday, December 22, 2016 1:00pm Mobile Soup Kitchen Prep Kitchen 7:00pm Time to Breathe Sanctuary 7:30pm Aerobics Class Heritage Hall Gym 8:00pm 9.35 Band Rehearsal Fellowship Hall Friday, December 23, 2016 12:00pm Mobile Soup Kitchen Delivery Away Saturday, December 24, 2016 3:00pm Children's Christmas Eve Service Sanctuary 5:00pm Contemporary Service Fellowship Hall 5:00pm Traditional Service Sanctuary 8:00pm Traditional Service Sanctuary

NEXT WEEK’S ACTIVITIES Sunday, December 25, 2016 10:30am Combined Worship Service Sanctuary Monday, December 26, 2016 Church Office Closed Tuesday, December 27, 2016 Church Office Closed Wednesday, December 28, 2016 Church Office Closed Thursday, December 29, 2016 1:00pm Mobile Soup Preparation Fellowship Hall 7:30pm Aerobics Class Heritage Hall Gym 8:00pm 935 Band Rehearsal Fellowship Hall Friday, December 30, 2016 12:00pm Mobile Soup Kitchen Delivery Away Our Presence Communion Chapel

December 7, 2016 27

Our Presence Church School 8:30 Service 9:35 Service 11:00 Service 5:30pm Youth Fellowship Total Worship this Week Our Offerings Over/Under

December 11, 2016 409 157 172 480 123 959

12/11/16 Received to date $2,288,063.47

Needed to date $2,378,369.07 ($90,305.60)

DEEP ROOTS BUILDING CAMPAIGN RESULTS Pledged to date: $6,339,979.59 Given to date: $5,338,556.02

In Memory of Given by

In Memory of Given by

Floyd P. Adams, Jr. Doug Allen Brent Anderson Charles H. Anderson Alice Shelton Bailey Alice Bailey Rev. Rudy Baker Anky and John Barnett Barbara Bemiss Phil Benefield John H. Brown Vivian Brown, Nancy’s cousin Bill Champion Ian Chisholm Chris’ dad Chris and Michael’s grandfather, David Seligman Bud and Betty Coburn Dianne Housch Conley Suzanne Coyle Albert Sidney Eberhart, Sr. Albert Sidney Eberhart, Jr. Scott Edwards Mary Ellen Ellis Andrew Ethridge Don R. Ewing Herbert Fowle Bob and Louise Gartrell Bess and Grover Ginn

Fenton Kottkamp Ed and Minnie Lloyd Peggy Lyles

Barbara Adams and Family Natalie Spruell Annie Ruth Anderson Annie Ruth Anderson Louis Bailey Renn Sunday School Class Randy and Susan Holt Barbara Barnett Julie and Phil Bemiss Shirley and Tom Gurley Annie Ruth Anderson David and Nancy Harte Jack and Laura Hall Family Nicholas Holt Chris and Missy Gibson

Harriett Ewing Matthews Thomas and Mary McCoy Al T. McCuen Dick McNeill Florence Milton Margaret and Henry Miller Joseph Milton Missy’s mom and dad Fred Moss, Sr. George H. Moulton Mr. and Mrs. Jack L. Baldwin Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Callaway Mr. and Mrs. Claud Lawley Jim and Debbie Seligman Charles and Caroline Coburn My Beloved Parents, Leon and Eugenia Baughman Anne Patterson Kellie Rose and Marilyn Coyle My Brother My Brothers Virginia W. Eberhart My Father, Virginia W. Eberhart Joseph Franklin Butterworth, Jr. Beverly and Smokey Edwards Meredith and Numi Brennan My Father and My Mother My Grandma, Madge David Glass Glenn and Cathy Ethridge My Husband, Phil Benefield Kelly and Cathy Ewing My Husband, John Martha Jean Fowle My Mother, Elizabeth Daniel Ron and Connie Williams My Parents, Jenny, Clint, Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. T.R. Babu and Jason Ginn My Parents, Chris and Michael’s grandparents, Jim and Debbie Seligman George and Geneva Borders Joseph and Alice Gulla My Parents, Ann and Paul Wood Christopher Gurley Shirley and Tom Gurley Betty O’Connor, Ann’s sister Sara Hans Andrew Hans Our beloved, Brad and Robert John’s parents, Our Grandparents John and Virginia Adams John and Kay Adams Our Loved Ones Betty Johnson Steve, Shannon, Tommy, Our Mothers and Fathers and Laura Johnson Our Parents Kay’s brother, Pittman Morris John and Kay Adams Our Parents Kay’s parents, Our Parents Claude and Katherine Morris John and Kay Adams Our Parents Ed and Louise Keibler Thomas and Isabelle McCoy

Laura Johnson Joan Lloyd-Bruce Bill and Bob Lyles, Leslie Middleton Kelly and Cathy Ewing Thomas and Isabelle McCoy Lisa Armistead and John Lawson Scott and Julie Stevenson Judy Hoh Mike and Cindy Miller Judy Hoh Chris and Missy Gibson Mary Moss and Family Patricia S. Moulton Joye and Tony Callaway Joye and Tony Callaway Pat Lawley Nelson Susan and Bill Widmayer Madge Watson Dick Muth Beth A. Butterworth Madge Watson Rebecca Hamilton Beth Benefield Lou Ann Harkleroad Martha Richards Sylvia Babu Betty Baccus Denise Wood Phil and Ann Marney Mom, Dad, and Andrew Bob and Meredith Lee Mary and Alec Morris Barbara Adams and Family Jane and Ray Bush Phil and Ann Marney Don and Pat Minor Helene and Dick Muth

In Memory of

Given by

In Honor of

Our Parents Our Parents Our Parents, Albert and Frances Miller Dallas and Lula Mobley Our Parents, Ralph H. and Adeline T. Pingree Mike Overstreet Spencer Overstreet Ray Rabeneck Ed Renn Frank Robertson Nancy Rood Helen and Al Ross Cindy and Marvin Smith Douglas R. Smith Evelyn Smith Leigh Ann Spratte J.C. Stone John Stone, Jr. Charlie Stubblebine Dorothy S. Stevenson Elizabeth “Twinkle” Stevenson Paul H. Taylor Dave and Ruth Varner Cheryl Watson William and Bonnie Walker Louise Whiddon

Avery and Betty Severt Kirby and Dale Smith

Carrie Kroll and Zoe Hicks, Disciple 2 Class Leaders Fred Lott Bob and Louise McCreary Nell McCuen Lee McFall Byron Matthews Mimi and Hunter Maulella, daughter and grandson Cindy Miller Mike Miller Don and Pat Minor Beth Moreman

Louis and Dale Miller

Mary Catherine Wilkerson, wife Mary Matson Wilkerson, wife Paul Womack, III Paul Womack, III

Philip and David Pingree Shirley Overstreet Shirley Overstreet Nell Rabeneck and Family Renn Sunday School Class Juanita Frizzelle Dick and Helene Muth The Weatherfords Mike and Cindy Miller Kay Smith Barbara Adams and Family Barbara and Jerry Spratte Margaret Stone Margaret Stone John Weatherford Scott and Julie Stevenson Scott and Julie Stevenson Barbara, Kelley, and Grace Taylor Caroline V. and Charles Brown Renn Sunday School Class Bonnie Walker Steve, Shannon, Tommy, and Laura Johnson Bill, Sharon, Kate, and Lee Wildman George Wilkerson George Wilkerson Laura and Connor Gallagher Ruth and Paul Womack

In Honor of

Given by

Lilly Adams Barbara Adams Altar Guild Members Aunt Jodi Whitney, Eric, Lindsey, and Rachel Blackmore Annette Champion Christian Fellowship Class James, Emily, Davis, and Jack Edwards Matt, Megan, and Erin Edwards Lee Ethridge Anna Folger Glenn, Susan, and Amy Jack and Sara Frances Hall Marjorie Kinney

Courtnay Bazemore Madge Watson Meredith Lee The Kids

Joyce Wildman

Shara Sanders Jack and Laura Hall Family Mike and Cindy Miller Beverly and Smokey Edwards Beverly and Smokey Edwards Glenn and Cathy Ethridge Courtnay Bazemore Mike and Cindy Miller Jack and Laura Hall Family Bill and Mary Riddle

My Children and Their Families My Children, Grandchildren, and Great-Grandchildren My Children, Thomas and Anna, Phillip and Kim, and my 5 granddaughters My Covenant Group My Family, Garrett and Jillian Sanders My Grandfather, Charles Weekes Glass My Mom, Candy Casarella My Mother, Adell P. Butterworth Max and Blackie Neese OGUMC Congregation Our Children and Grandchildren Our Children and Granddaughter Our Children and Their Families Our Children Our Children’s Ministry Our Music Ministry Our Service Ministries Our Staff Our Youth Ministry Sue Bess Robison Scott, Margaret, and Elizabeth The Acolytes The Fantastic OGUMC Youth The Hope Class The OGUMC Staff The Prayerful Congregation of Oak Grove The Senior Adult Council Hodgson and Dawn Thomas Jeff Waits Madge Watson Madge Watson Michele Weatherford Jane and Clayton Webster

Given by Madge Watson Tim and Marie Lott Bill and Mary Riddle Lisa Armistead and John Lawson Madge Watson Kelly and Cathy Ewing Avery and Betty Severt Mike Miller Cindy Miller, his wife Kelly and Cathy Ewing Wallace, Kate, Julia, and Will Moreman Barbara T. Adams Carroll Ball Beth Benefield Madge Watson Shara Sanders Rebecca Hamilton Gregory Casarella Beth A. Butterworth Bill and Mary Riddle Glenn and Cathy Ethridge Don and Pat Minor Michele and John Weatherford Tony and Joye Callaway Betty and Wayne Lester Madge Watson Madge Watson Madge Watson Madge Watson Madge Watson Al and Wilma Walker Courtnay Bazemore Angela and Sharon Shara Sanders Randy, Anne, and Andrew Patterson Randy and Anne Patterson Jim and Virginia Sowell Ann Marney Bill and Mary Riddle Madge Watson Barbara Adams and Family Lizzie John Weatherford The Renn Class

Special thanks to the volunteers who delivered poinsettias to our homebound members. Oak Grove United Methodist Church • 1722 Oak Grove Road • Decatur, Georgia 30033 • (404) 636-7558 • www.ogumc.org

Text To Give You can text to give at anytime from anywhere you have service. It is very easy! 1. Enter 678-853-7088 in the TO line. Remember this is a text, not an email. 2. In the message line, enter a dollar amount of at least $3.00 using this format $100.00 3. After the last digit insert one and only one space then enter designation, e.g. Blessing. 4. FIRST TIME ONLY – You will receive a link to Vanco where you will securely enter your information and confirm your transaction. Once you successfully register, you will receive a text and email confirmation of your gift as well as an option to refund. 5. In the future, you need only to text the dollar amount and the designation. Unless you designate a fund, then the money will go to Operating. Designation options will change. Currently you may choose from the following case sensitive choices. Building (for the building fund), Blessing (for our ongoing mission offering). 6. If you have questions, please contact Church Administrator, Dale Smith ([email protected]). Troubleshooting 1. Make sure you enter the dollar amount in the proper format using the $ and a decimal. 2. In registering your name and email in the initial registration remove any extra spaces. If you have a space at the beginning or the end, the system will not accept your donation. 3. Check the spelling on designated accounts. The words are case sensitive. Today’s Worship Servants Sound: (8:30) Billie Williams Ushers: Jeanine Andrews, Mark Byrne, Tony Callaway, Carolyn Casarella, Greg Casarella, Bill Cole, Jack Graves, Tim Howard, Scot Macrae, Alec Morris, Max Neese, Davis Peacock, Phil Perry, Neil Sampson, Paul Siegel, Kirby Smith, Hodgson Thomas, James Trotti, Rob Welch Altar Guild: Regina Haynes, Sally Houghton Children’s Church: Stephanie Mitchell, David Mitchell

OUR WORSHIP TIMES 8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship 9:35 a.m. Sunday School 9:35 a.m. Contemporary Worship 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship

Sanctuary Various Fellowship Hall Sanctuary

OUR CHURCH INFORMATION Church Office

Office Hours 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. M–F

Emergency Contact After Hours

404-636-7558

Dr. Glenn Ethridge – Senior Pastor Rev. Susan Allen Grady – Associate Pastor

ext. 9 ext. 211 ext. 212

Director of Administration – Dale Smith Children’s Ministry – Kim Cody Oak Grove Christian School YCS (Young Children’s School)

ext. 225 ext. 218 404-636-5476 404-636-7951

Dr. Amy Morgan – Pastor of Nurture and Service Rev. Mary Lou Gilbert – Pastor to Senior Adults

ext. 210

Music Ministry – Ed Scruggs ext. 226 Organist – Leanne Herrmann Youth Ministry – Andy Webb [email protected] Dir. of Contemporary Worship – Atticus Hicks ext. 208

How to Stay Connected with Oak Grove: • Information on our ministries, news, and upcoming events through our Constant Contact congregational email list • Specific information about our ministries or membership • Change of address or contact information • Log into our website, www.ogumc.org • Like Oak Grove UMC on Facebook Contact Susie Mobley, Membership/Database Admin., ([email protected] or 404-636-7558 ext. 221).