IN THIS ISSUE

the Beacon

First United Methodist Church

Marion, NC

Seeking to be a Lighthouse guiding

people in Worship, Discipleship,

and Christian Service.

A Word from Pastor Warren Page 1

Members in Action Page 2

August Calendar Page 2

Children and Youth Page 3

UMW News Page 4

Memorials Page 5

August Birthdays Page 6

2015

Dear Friends of Marion First UMC,

Thanks so much for the welcome to our new home. It’s been a swirl the past

month of unpacking and adjusting, which followed a couple of months of

packing. The questions that begin with “where is…” are beginning to taper

off some. We like what we have experienced thus far in the church and

community as you write a chapter of our lives, which for the moment is strewn

around in bits and pieces.

So this month I share with you bits and pieces of things for you to be aware of.

One is supporting our elementary school neighbor, and I have been able to

meet with Mr. Slagle to share with him our desire to lift the school up in

prayer on a date to be announced. Also, perhaps you have participated as a

prayer partner here at church and the possibility exists for similar connections

to occur with the teachers and staff on a voluntary basis. Some of you are

aware of the feeding programs in other counties that go beyond the school

walls in joint efforts between schools and churches that provide lunches

throughout the summer for kids. You will hear more about those opportunities

as we explore how best to partner with the school district.

Of course the time is upon us to work with children through our VBS as its

beginning is just a week away. There are always numerous ways to be in

involved in making a VBS a positive experience in the faith life of a child. If

you are so inspired, please contact Anita to let her know of your desire, even if

you are clueless as to what you would like to help with. Along the way, I have

witnessed VBS to have a positive impact on kids, parents, volunteers, and the

church.

In a year round opportunity to work with children, we could use a volunteer to

pursue becoming a Cub Master as part of our charter. There are many parents

each year who seek out a pack to join because of the life-long benefits

scouting offers. The most critical need at this juncture to launch a pack at our

church is to secure a Cub Master. If you have been in scouting before, or not,

but are at a place in life with the requisite time I’m sure you will feel rewarded

by the experience. The position can be filled by a man or woman of legal age.

The last piece is to let you know the

church windows of the sanctuary need to

be replaced. There are some who have

expressed a desire to replace them with

stain glass. Now is a good time to take

up a conversation toward that end. The

trustees have requested, and the council

in turn agreed, to seek to have a church

conference to give the trustees guidance

on the decision the trustees felt should

not be left to them alone. Our District

Superintendent, John Boggs, has

authorized the conference to be held

following worship services on Sunday

August 30th in our sanctuary. All are

welcome to participate, voting is limited

to professing members of the

congregation, but this process allows

more to be involved than a typical called

charge conference.

I look forward to seeing you in church!

Pastor Warren Owens

August Calendar

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Acolyte

Aug. 2 Tyler Young

Aug. 9 Dylan Kagan

Aug. 16 Maggie Buckner

Aug. 23 Samuel Owens

Aug. 30 Ben Kagan

Crucifer

Aug. 2 Eavan Smith

Aug. 9 Maggie Vaughn

Aug. 16 Olivia Bell

Aug. 23 Hayden Vaughn

Aug. 30 Thomas Moomaw

Children’s Church

Aug. 2 Anita Laffoon

Aug. 9 Anita Laffoon

Aug. 16 Angela Bryan

Aug. 23 Jessica Ross

Aug. 30 Beth Ross

Sunday School

Elementary Kids Amy Moomaw

Youth Anita Laffoon

Lector

Aug. 2 Jane Kelly

Aug. 9 Chris Vaughn

Aug. 16 Tom Atkinson

Aug. 23 Tom Atkinson

Aug. 30 Mike Sewell

Ushers

Aug. 2 Julia and Edwin Quinn

Linda and Wayne Da-

vidson

Aug. 9 Rick and Brenda Salsman

Mike and Gail Sewell

Aug. 16 Edwin and Julia Quinn

Tony Long, Dina Stain-

brook

Aug. 23 Chris and Hayden

Vaughn

Maggie Vaughn, Ruth

Sander

Aug. 30 Jamie and Lamar Green

Bill and Chandler Bell

Coffee Clean-up Youth

Sound Mike Myers

Wed., Aug. 5 8:00 am-Men’s Bible Study

Thurs., Aug. 6 10:00 am-Women’s Bible Study

Fri., Aug. 7 10:00 am-Quilted Hugs

Mon. Aug. 10 5:30 pm-Vacation Bible School

Begins!

Tues., Aug. 11 5:30 pm-Vacation Bible School

Wed., Aug. 12 8:00 am-Men’s Bible Study

9:00 am-Coffee Club

5:30 pm-Vacation Bible School

7:00 pm-Psalter Choir Practice

Thurs., Aug. 13 10:00 am-Women’s Bible Study

5:30 pm-Vacation Bible School

Fri., Aug 14 5:30 pm-Final night of VBS!

Mon., Aug. 17 6:00 pm-Day Care Board Meeting

6:30 pm-Mayme Tainter Circle

Meeting at Moondoggie’s

7:00 pm-Trustees Meeting

Tues., Aug. 18 7:00 pm-Finance Meeting

Wed., Aug. 19 8:00 am-Men’s Bible Study

Thurs. Aug. 20 10:00 am-Women’s Bible Study

Sat., Aug. 22 9:30 am-UMW Blue Ridge District

Annual meeting in Spindale, NC

Sun., Aug. 23 12:30 pm-Youth Lake Bash

6:00 pm-Community Worship

Service-Providence UMC

Tues., Aug. 25 Back To School!

Wed., Aug. 26 8:00 am-Men’s Bible Study

9:00 am-Coffee Club

6:00 pm-Church Council Meeting

Thurs., Aug. 27 10:00 am-Women’s Bible Study

Sun., Aug. 30 12:00 pm-Church Conference

Church Conference Meeting

On Sunday, August 30 (right after the worship service),

there will be a brief Church Conference Meeting to decide on replacing the

existing church windows with either stained glass windows or frosted and

tinted windows. Please put this date on your calendar!

To our church family: Thanks so much for all of your prayers and support for our mission trip this year! We had a blast, and we saw God move in mighty ways in Nashville! It is always a privilege to be the hands and feet of Jesus to others, and we thank you for

all of the ways you allowed us to do that!

High School Bible Study

High School Youth!

Don’t forget that we are now meeting on

Wednesdays at 4 pm for Bible Study .

Hope to see you there!

Vacation Bible School

VBS is almost here! This year’s theme is “Everest...Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty

Power,” and is open to kids ages 3 through those who have just completed the 5th grade. Also, VBS wouldn’t be the

same without our fantastic volunteers! If you would like to join the fun, volunteers (and children who are

participating) can register online at www.marionfumc.com/vacation-bible-school, where there

will be a description of each volunteer opportunity.

Youth Lake Party

It’s that time of year! Rising 6th

graders are invited to join the

youth at the lake for our last big

bash before school starts!

Mark your calendars for

Sunday,

August 23rd, and watch your

emails for more details!

Wonderful Wednesdays Wednesday night Faithweaver Friends activities

for ages 3 through 5th grade will resume on

September 9 from 6-7 pm. We hope you’ll join

us as we learn about God’s amazing love through

crafts, games, and music!

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United Methodist Women

The Mayme Tainter Circle will meet Monday, August 17 at 6:30 pm at

Moondoggy’s Restaurant for a Dutch treat meal and fellowship. (meeting date changed

because of conflict with VBS)

The Morning Circle is invited to join the Mayme Tainter Circle.

The UMW Blue Ridge District will hold its annual meeting on Sat., August 22,

beginning at 9:30 am at Spindale UMC. If you are interested in carpooling, contact

Sharon Smith or Linda Davidson.

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Baby Shower for Anna Caparaso

Sunday, August 9

2-4 pm

in the

Church

Parlor

Registered

at

Babies-R-

Us

The FUMC Mission and Outreach Committee is always looking to help our community.

With the start of school approaching, we are looking to

support McDowell High with travel size hygiene items and flip flops. Recommended donations are:

tooth brushes, toothpaste, body wash, washcloths, deodorant and

adult size flip flops. Please contact Karah Wilson at (828)778-8761 or oesweetpea@gmail.com

with any questions or ideas. Please drop off donations in the big yellow box outside Pastor

Warren’s office.

The Methodist Men are planning to have short sleeve shirts with the Cross and Flame logo made up for any that want them. A sign up sheet is in the office for you to place your name, the number of shirts you would like, and the size. The cost of the shirts will be $27 each and you don’t need to pay until they are picked up. In order to get this price, we need to order at least 20 shirts. There is an example shirt in the office or you may have seen several men that still have a shirt from a previous order. We hope lots of folks will consider placing an order. The Methodist Men meet the second Sunday morning in each month at the Steakhouse on the 5 lane at 8 am. We have breakfast, a short meeting and great fellowship. All men in the Church are invited to attend. Come join us!

Memorials

In Memory of Christina Atkins Gene and Virginia Cross

Chris and Stephanie Goudreau

Phillip and Kay Tate

Robert and Jean Creekmore

Gerald and Peggy Weimer

Jeff and Angela Bryan

Loretta Smith

Marion City Club

Susie Bender Phillip and Kay Tate

Selma Rabb Kenneth Rabb

Congregational Care Committee

The Congregational Care Committee seeks to care for the needs of individual members and families, and

serves to equip our congregation to care for one another. We provide meals, local

transportation , and for those who are home bound or in nursing/assisted living facilities, phone calls and direct contact

through our visitation teams. Our committee is able to provide these areas of service through the continued commitment

of our congregation here at FUMC.

if you are aware of anyone needing our care by calling Debra Boldon

at 659-9707 or email boldon1@charter.net

There are several openings on the Flower Calendar for the next couple of months. Please call the church office if you

would like to put flowers on the altar in memory or in honor of someone special.

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March Birthdays

August Birthdays

A Lighthouse guiding people in Worship, Spiritual Growth, and Service.

First United Methodist Church 176 Robert St. Marion, NC 28752 828-652-7010 marionfumc.com

August 1 Kathy Atkinson

Fred Coats August 5 Debra Boldon

August 6 Molly Hollifield August 7 Mitch Goodson August 8 Caroline Brown

Noah Bryan August 10 Josh Bagwell

Daniel Young August 11 Matthew Holda Sharon Smith

August 12 Missy Vaughn August 13 Rick Barber

August 14 Dina Stainbrook August 15 Todd Pool August 16 Rene Bell

August 18 Patrick Davis

Nancy Haynes Ann Ledbetter

Megan Moomaw August 19 Lillian Smith August 20 Tabitha Bagwell

Claire Hollifield Debbie Ishikura

August 22 Mary Jane Boyd August 23 Adam Kinninger Jessica Ross

August 24 Dan Davis Mary Hallman

August 29 Danny Cook John Holda August 30 Angela Bryan

Jamie Green