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Boynton United Methodist Church
- a people of blessing -
Mission: Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
706-866-2626 www.BoyntonUMC.org
Facebook: Boynton United Methodist Church Instagram/Twitter: @BoyntonUMC
PASTOR CONTACT INFORMATION
Cell Phone: 678-644-4991 Email: nena.jones@ngumc.net
February 2022__________________________________________________________________
What if?
It seems to me that with COVID, people have fallen into a What If? lifestyle more than ever before.
What If I get Covid, what if I’m exposed, what if he gets really sick, what if I have vaccination side
effects? The list goes on.
Boynton United Methodist Church
And it seems to have seeped into the rest of our lives: What if I lose my job, what if I don’t pass the
4246 Boynton Drive
test, what if she makes a bad decision, what if he is mad at me?
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And for our church: What if people don’t come back, what if people don’t give, what if church is no
longer a priority in people’s lives, what if we don’t grow?
Realizing that all these what ifs? are negative - the way to turn them around is by trusting God with
a new set of what ifs.
What if God is ready to do a new thing in our church, what if we find new ways to serve, what if
people can find Jesus right here among us?
As we return to having two worship services in February - one with contemporary music, more casual
at 9:00 and the other with traditional hymns and liturgy at 11:00 we can ask: What if God will do
something exceptional among us this year? Let us all pray and plan and seek God’s guidance.
It helps when we remember that this is Jesus’ church, and we are here to be his people.
Isaiah 43:19 says “See, I am doing a new thing. Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am
making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.”
Instead of asking ‘What if ‘ in the wilderness,’ let us work to see what God will do new in us.
Blessings for all of you in this new day,
Pastor Nena
February Give to the Giver
Thursday 2/3 Prayers & Stitchers – Koinonia 6:00 pm.
Sunday 2/6 9:00 a.m. Contemporary worship, "But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be
10:00 a.m. Sunday school able to offer so willingly as this? For all things come from
11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship You, and of Your own we have given You."
Sunday 2/13 Trustees in Koinonia classroom 4:00 p.m. 1 Chronicles 29:14
Tuesday 2/15 UM Women in Koinonia 7:00 p.m.
Monday 2/21 Keenagers at Choo Choo BBQ 11:30 a.m. When great resources were needed to build the temple,
Sunday 2/27 UM Men Breakfast in Heritage Hall 7:30 a.m. King David set the example by giving of his personal
wealth, followed by all the leaders of Israel. David
explained why; "The work is great, because the temple is
not for many but for the Lord God" (1 Chronicles 29:1). February Wednesday Night Suppers cost will be $7.00 for adults,
He then said to God that they could only give because He $4.00 for children and max family cost will be $25.00.
Our Holy Communion Offering had first given to them (verse 14). 1 Matthew Williams Reservation envelopes will be available on the table at
is for Homeless Offering 2 Barbara McCroskey the portico entrance. Deadline for reservations is 12:00
That is the premise that underlies all giving and service in 3 Nathan Holdaway noon on each Monday.
Sunday, February 6, 2022 God's Kingdom. We give and serve because He has first
3 Zachary Barrett Plan on staying for a moment for “after supper”.
given to us and served us. As the apostle John later
wrote, "We love Him because He first loved us" (1 John 5 Amanda Johnston
The North Georgia Housing and Homeless Council 4:19). Whatever God has given to us in terms of time, 7 Jillian Roberts February 2 Tacos, Fajitas, Corn, Chips and Tres
provides capital and operational grants to organizations 7 Patrick Johnston Leches Cake.
talent, or treasure, we owe it all to Him. From the breath
throughout the North Georgia Conference who are serving of our life to the work of our hands, we give it to glorify 9 Amy Jo Howard February 9 Chicken Spaghetti, Seven Layer Salad,
our brothers and sisters in need. We will collect the the One who first gave to us. 13 Beckan Cruse Bread and Flamingo Cake
Housing and Homeless Offering on our Communion 14 Dennis Mullens
Sunday, February 6, 2022. Consider afresh today what God has given you. Offer February 16 Chicken & Dumpling Casserole, Pineapple
14 Neva Thacker
thanks to Him and consider how you might use His gifts Soufflé, Broccoli with Cheese Sauce, Rolls,
By contributing to the Homeless Offering, you are directly
14 Lisa Logan and Dessert.
for His glory.
supporting ministries and agencies serving those 16 Haylie Aven
.
experiencing homelessness and poverty in communities From Dr. David Jeremiah's Turning Points 16 Travis Holt February 23 American Goulash, Asian Slaw, Bread,
19 Sophie Roberts Millionaire Pie
across our state. These organizations might include devotional magazine.
housing programs, food pantries and other feeding 21 Paige Cooke Farr
programs, Habitat for Humanity houses, and many other Ann Orr 23 Ida Burwitz Remember each cook buys the food for their meal. Please
programs in our Georgia communities both large and Financial Secretary pay if you sign up so that they don’t run short.
27 Beau Pattison
small. ____________________________________
100% of the Homeless Offering goes to ministries serving Financial Report December, 2021 Servants for February
persons experiencing poverty. Please prayerfully consider
supporting this important work. Income: $24,173.96 Combined Worship 10:30 a.m.
Expenses: $19,374.50
Greeters
_______________________________________________ 6 Howard & Glenda Thomas
13 Fay Peters / Kay Harper
Lift provides a free drop-in afterschool Youth Did you know that the rising costs of utilities affect our 20 Jarrett & Sheri Eschenfelder
Center for 6th – 12th grade students. As the kids come church budget? The cost of utilities for 2021 was 27 Jim Cosper / Saundra Smith
into the Center, they are served after school snacks, i.e. $3,352.65 more than 2020? Your faithful giving has
lemonade, cookies, chips, peanuts, crackers, granola bars allowed us to absorb these higher invoices without
and fresh fruit. Boynton UMC is helping LIFT with snacks. affecting the mission of Boynton United Methodist Church! 7 Ed & Lisa Huskey Host/Hostess
There is a basket by the office hallway. 12 Jack & Marlene Bloomer Gigi Pattison 724-747-7812
Head Usher
______________________________ Steve Abercrombie 423-505-6070
The Upper Room devotionals for January / February are
here at the church to pick up on Sunday located on the Starting on Sunday, February 6 we
table in the back hallway and portico entrance or you can will begin having
download them free of charge from the Upper Room at
https://www.upperroom.org/covid-19. Just follow the two worship services:
prompts and you can download the January / February
copy of the Upper Room so you can read your devotional
each day. 9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship
10:00 a.m. Sunday school
11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship
Dear Heavenly Father,
Prayer List – January we cleared off prayer requests on I understand that we will all experience those
our prayer list. Remember when you add someone to the times in life that leaves us devastated. Thank
Adult Sunday school class
prayer list to let us know if things change so we can make you for teaching us through your son Jesus
in Koinonia classroom on Sundays at 9:30 a.m.
adjustments to our prayer list. If you have someone to how to help others going through tough
add or put back on our prayer list, please let the Church times. Give me a heart to serve and a
Office know – 706-866-2626 or linda@boyntonumc.org Children’s Sunday school in the children’s area.
willingness to obey. Show me Your ways,
Lord. _______________________________________________
Church community
Family of Bobby Castleberry, son of Ann Orr Sometimes I get overwhelmed looking at the BIENESTAR NICARAGUA Prayers & Stitchers
Family of Lois Dunn needs around me. I want to help but don’t
Family of Iris Eaves
know where to start. I pray for wisdom and Continue to be in prayer for
Lisa Huskey – recovering from shoulder surgery
discernment as I reach out to others. Whether
poor in provision or poor in spirit, You have Bienestar Nicaragua Inc. and
Cancer
David Humble – lung, starting treatments again provided ways I can help. Lead me as I use all of the work they do.
what you’ve given me to be the hands and
Our Mission Field
For Boynton UMC to reach people for Jesus Christ feet of Jesus in my community.
BUMC Worship Service Prayers & Stitchers will be meeting Thursday, February 3,
Sunday School With all the tragedies in the world, it’s easy to 2022 at 6:00 p.m.
Student Ministry / BKidz Children’s Program
overlook the needs right around me. Direct
BKidz Day Out Program A shawl can be requested by calling the church office or
Stephen Ministry me to those people in my own family, church, Children Ministry talking with any member of our group, Prayers and
Prayers & Stitchers and neighborhood who need the love of Jesus Stitchers: Patty Bishop, Saundra Smith, Lisa Huskey, Ann
Recovery at Ringgold right now. Show me how to be a friend to February is the month of love! We are focusing on 1 Orr, Deborah Craft, Pastor Nena Jones or by contacting
Christ’s Chapel Share & Care Mission
someone who needs that today. And when I’m Corinthians 13 this month. We will have a Valentines Party Glenda Thomas at gthomas346@comcast.net or 423-902-
Nicaragua
in need, thank you for sending someone into 4321.
Homebound/Senior Facilities
on February 9 at 6:00 p.m.! More announcements to
my life to offer support and care.
Charlie Ball, Tom Billington, Margaret Bowman, Stacy Mashburn follow. We invite the church to send Valentines to our
Our Church In Jesus’ name, Amen. children for our party. They can be simple and don’t need
Pastor Nena & Dennis Jones
to include a child’s name. You can give them to Tracy
Our BUMC staff and their families: Linda, Carl,
Joe, Diane, Ellen, Tracy and Jessica Cruse on Sunday.
Our church, our community, our nation, our world Medical Equipment Available
The United Methodist Church -Submitted by Mike Harris, Prayer Chair
There is some medical equipment availabe, i.e.
Other Requests wheelchair, shower chair, etc. from Iris Eaves home.
Family of Willard Wright Johnston, father of Patrick Johnston
Davis Kilgo – surgery, grandson of Howard & Glenda Thomas
Please call church office 706-866-2626 if interested.
Lewis family – during devastating time of illness and loss,
requested by Lisa Huskey
Family of Christy Meadows – teacher at West Side Elementary,
requested by Lois Nix
Family of Marilyn Williams, sister of Sadie White
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Christ’s Chapel Share &
Care Mission is in need of
Soups, Chili, Stews, canned
or mixes, and crackers
during the month of February.
Please leave the items under
the mailboxes in the hallway
across from the women’s
restroom or place on the altar
on Sunday, February 27.
Next Men’s Breakfast
Sunday, February 27, 2022
7:30 a.m. in Heritage Hall
Scroll down for Calendar February 2022
BLESS Sacks is a self-funded program that provides a weekend
supplement to local students who receive free or reduced lunches
in the Catoosa County School System. Last school year we packed
over 3,000 sacks for Boynton Elementary, Heritage Middle, and
Performance Learning Center. Come help us pack during an After
Supper event at 6:45 p.m. each month.
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Tina Pinkston was guest speaker at the January
meeting. She told us all about the LIFT project
.What an interesting story about the beginning of
LIFT. This is a community project which our church
supports. For more information about LIFT, you can
contact the church office or Theo Pinkston.
We continue to collect money for our World Thank
Offering. For January we had to put in .50 cents for
What About the Grief Book Series that is a part of our
Stephen Ministries?
each bathroom in our house or .50 cents for each
couch we have. For February we are to put in .10
Journeying through Grief is a set of 4 short books to send to
people at 4 crucial times during the first year after the loss of a
cents for each bottle in our fridge or .25 cents for
loved one. each bottle of soap/shampoo in your house.
Author Kenneth C. Haugk writes in a warm, caring style, with
short, easy-to-read chapters. He walks alongside the reader We are making plans for our annual Women's
through the grief journey, sharing helpful insights about grief, Luncheon. Look for updates in future newsletters.
biblical truths, and stories that provide comfort and reassurance.
Each book focuses on what the person is likely to be experiencing Our next meeting is February 15th. We continue to
at that point in grief – offering understanding, empathy, meet in the Sunday school classroom.
compassion, and hope.
Many different types of people use these to care for a wide range Ann Orr
of grieving individuals. Here are just a few examples: Pastors,
parish nurses and congregations sent the book to grieving people
President UMW
– members and nonmembers in the congregation and
community. Individuals share them with family, neighbors,
coworkers, and others they know after a loss.
If you are aware of a person who has experienced loss of a love
one thru death and would like them to receive these books,
please contact the church office with the following information:
NAME OF PERSON TO RECEIVE THE BOOKS WITH THEIR
ADDRESS AND RELATIONSHIP TO DECEASED.
NAME OF THE DECEASED AND DATE OF DEATH.
February Calendar Boynton UMC
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5
6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night
Supper in HH 6:00 p.m.
6:45 p.m. After Supper Prayers & Stitchers
6:30 p.m. Youth / Children Koinonia Classroom
6:45 p.m. Choir Practice
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship
10:00 a.m. Sunday School 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night
11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Supper in HH
6:45 p.m. After Supper
6:00 p.m. Valentine Party
6:30 p.m. Youth / Children
6:45 p.m. Choir Practice
13 Valentine’s Day 14 15 16 17 18 19
9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night
10:00 a.m. Sunday School Supper in HH
11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship 7:00 p.m. 6:45 p.m. After Supper
4:00 p.m. Trustees in Koinonia UM Women 6:30 p.m. Youth / Children
classroom in Koinonia 6:45 p.m. Choir Practice
classroom
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
11:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship Keenagers
10:00 a.m. Sunday School 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night
at Choo Choo BBQ Supper in HH
11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship in Chickamauga 6:45 p.m. After Supper
6:30 p.m. Youth / Children
6:45 p.m. Choir Practice
27 28
7:30 a.m. UM Men Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship
10:00 a.m. Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship
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