Connect: May 22 – May 29, 2021

CONNECTING THROUGH WORSHIP & PRAYER

Sunday, May 23 | Traditional Services (Both In-Person):
8:30AM // SANCTUARY (M260) – LIVE STREAMED
11AM // SANCTUARY (M260) – LIVE STREAMED
Sermon: “It Ain’t Bragging, If You Did What You Said You Were Going To Do” 
(Rev. Dr. Buddy Cooper, Jr.)

Sunday, May 23 | Contemporary Service (In Person):
11AM // FELLOWSHIP HALL (M220)
Sermon: “Self-Deception”
(Rev. Dr. Shane Green)

Sunday, May 23 | Live Streaming Worship & Audio
at 8:30 AM and 11 AM Traditional Worship Services
live.spumccolumbus.com or call (205) 825-9484

CONNECTING OUR YOUTH

Sunday, May 23 | SPY Sunday School
w/ Laura Marvets & Logan Ogletree
@10AM / Lounge downstairs in the Youth Building.

Sunday, May 23 | SPY Fun Night (Off Campus)
@5:30PM at Sky Zone Trampoline Park, 3716 Gentian Blvd.
Contact spy@stpaulunitedmethodist.com for details.

CONNECTING OUR CHILDREN

All Children’s Online events will be posted on St. Paul Kids Instagram account each week – Be sure to check in online every week!

Sunday, May 23 | Children’s Sunday School (All Ages)
@10AM / Youth Building & Main Church Building
Contact Grace Bailey for more information about class locations, teachers, etc.

Sunday, May 23 | Children’s Sermon
w/ Grace Bailey and Caroline Green @ 11AM Traditional Worship Service in the Sanctuary

CONNECTING THROUGH SMALL GROUPS

Sunday, May 23 | Seekers Class (M234)
w/ Mary Lou Jarrell @10AM. Contact Mary Lou for more information.

Sunday, May 23 | Bridges Class (M235)
w/ Mark Ellis @10AM. Contact Mark for more information.

Sunday, May 23 | Wildwood Class (M150)
w/ Evelyn Barfield @9:45AM. Contact Evelyn for more information.

Sunday, May 23 | Welcome In Class (Y104)
w/ Buddy Cooper @10AM. Contact Buddy for more information.

Sunday, May 23 | New Covenant Class (Y101)
w/ Michelle Hudson @10AM. Contact Michelle for more information.

Sunday, May 23 | Library Class (Y202)
w/ Tim Farmer @10AM. Contact Tim for more information.

Sunday, May 23 | Wesley-Miller-Wilson Class (M232)
w/ Joe Morrow @10AM. Contact Joe for more information.

CONNECTING THROUGH BIBLE STUDIES

Tuesday, May 25 | Spring Harbor Bible Study
The Book of Joshua
w/ Rev. John Fugh @4PM at Spring Harbor at Green Island.
Contact John for more information.

CONNECTING THROUGH BIBLE STUDIES ON DEMAND

“The Work of the Holy Spirit”
w/ Emily Trotter and Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
Series can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

“The Celebration of Discipline”
w/ Tommy Bridges and Rev. John Fugh, Jr.
Series can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

“Trotter on TITUS”
w/Emily Trotter.
Series can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

“The Ragamuffin Gospel”
Hosts: Tommy Bridges and John Fugh, Jr.
Series can be accessed on the St. Paul Website.

CONNECTING THROUGH FAMILY FELLOWSHIP

Wednesday, May 26 | Family Night Supper Take Out Style
5:30PM – 6:30PM, Drive-thru in the Wildwood Avenue Circle Drive.

Don’t forget that on Wednesdays, you can enjoy your takeout supper at home or have a “Picnic on the Quad,” when the weather permits. If your family plans to dine on the Quad, be sure to make your supper reservations as usual. You can still pay for and pick up your meals in the circle, then park to enjoy dining and fellowship in your lawn chairs or at the tables set up in the Quad. Or if you prefer to park first then walk to pick up your meals, that’s absolutely fine.

***Reservations required by 5:00PM on Mondays and can be placed by calling the Church Office (706)327-7419 or simply send an email to Kathy Hollon. The price is $8 per box (same box for adults and children) with a max of $25 per family.
Menu for this Wednesday: BBQ chipped pork sandwiches, baked beans, slaw, and assorted cookies.

CONNECTING THROUGH GIVING

It is your generosity that allows us to do what we do. Thank you so much for contributing to the ministries of St. Paul UMC. In order for you to make your online donation, click here.

SPY News

Logan Ogletree gives us SPY News for the week!! May 23rd is a day for fun! Put it on your calendars and let Logan know you’ll attend!! Watch this video for more information.

We hold a current license from
Church Streaming and Podcast License
License Number: CSPL055770
http://streaming.ccli.com/

Additional License from One License #A-714141 and CCLI #2035791

Martz’s Music Notes

How Great Thou Art —
A year ago, St. Paul went completely online due to the pandemic. Wayne and Jeanne Martz recorded this beloved hymn from their home to offer continued praise to God for blessings received. Presently (and a year later), we see hope fulfilled. How Great Thou Art, indeed!

We hold a current license from
Church Streaming and Podcast License
License Number: CSPL055770
http://streaming.ccli.com/

Additional License from One License #A-714141 and CCLI #2035791

Directional Words [Worship]

The Welcome & Announcements: Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green
The Cross and Flame Come to the Altar
The Prelude/Processional: “Praeludium” by J. S. Bach
The Graduates Enter the Sanctuary and Names Called: Mr. Logan Ogletree
The Recognition of the Graduates of 2021
The Hymn Celebration: “Jesus Shall Reign”
The Affirmation of Faith: Miss Mallie McRae
The Gloria Patri: Miss Mallie McRae
The Pastoral Prayer with The Lord’s Prayer: Miss Mallie McRae
The Introduction of High School Speakers: Mrs. Laura Marvets
The Class of 2021 Speakers: Miss Maddie Haines and Mr. Stevie Lorentz, Jr.
The Scripture Lesson: Isaiah 58:9b-12: Miss Sarah Sims
The Anthem: “Jesus, Name Above All Names” by J. F. Wilson
The Sermon: “Directional Words”: Rev. Dr. P. Shane Green
The Hymn of Consecration: “Here I Am, Lord”
The Flame Goes Before Us into the World
The Benediction
The Postlude: “Fuga” by J. S. Bach

First Steps – May 17, 2021

 

Recently, I read an article about how the names are listed on the 9/11 Memorial in New York.  Instead of listing the names by date-of-birth or in alphabetical order, they are listed by meaningful adjacencies.  Basically, the names are listed by their connection to each other.  For instance, firefighters are listed with other firefighters, first responders with other first responders, and people who worked together in an office are listed next to their co-workers.

Though a break from tradition, listing the names in a relational way is more therapeutic. I would argue that it gives a more accurate portrayal of the deceased. People define themselves through their connections. It could be family, friends, co-workers, or anything that is relational. People define themselves through their relational connections.

Naturally, as I read this article, I thought of baptism.  This sacrament reminds us of our connection to each other through the bonds of Christ.  We choose to love each other.  We intentionally connect to each other in faith.  This meaningful faith adjacency helps determine who we are and what we do.  

I hope today you will spend time reflecting on the connections you have in your life.  I hope you will give thanks for each one of them and how God has used them to help mold you into the person you are today.  

 


This Week’s Readings:

  • Monday – 1 Peter 4
  • Tuesday – 1 Peter 5
  • Wednesday – 2 Peter 1
  • Thursday – 2 Peter 2
  • Friday – 2 Peter 3
Please Pray for:
  • Our Ministers – Shane, John, and Buddy, our staff, and our members and families.
  • The High School Graduates in the Class of 2021
  • The eradication of Covid – 19.
  • Families in crisis.
  • Loved ones battling illness.
  • Those seeking to find their way.
  • The United Methodist Church.
  • Our leaders, our country, and our world. 

“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.” – Philippians 4:6