Long Memorial News
Long Memorial UMC
226 North Main Street · P.O. Box 310, Roxboro, NC 27573 · Phone: (336) 599-1193 · FAX: (336) 599-1194
SEPTEMBER 2008
"Now thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and through us diffuses the fragrance of His knowledge in every place." -- II Corinthians 2:14
It may well be argued that the church at Corinth was Paul's thorn in the flesh. They were the source of many headaches and heartaches. Paul spent much time in prayer and preaching to form those former pagans with very questionable morals into a church that was not an embarrassment to the Lord. However harsh Paul was with them, he always brought them back around to Jesus.
In this passage Paul uses the term "triumph" to describe the way in which the gospel message is spread throughout the world. According to Dr. Dennis Kinlaw, the triumph is an Etruscan word which takes its origins in the victory parade the Etruscan kings assembled upon their return from the battlefield. In the triumph the conquered king would lead the parade through the city. As the defeated king wound his way around the streets, he would be subjected to catcalls, curses, and the casting of objects. The humiliation of this only served to whet the crowd's appetite for more ominous things to come. At the end of the parade came the victorious king who then to the delight of the crowd would murder the victim as a sacrificial offering to the Etruscan gods.
Paul draws a very clear comparison to our Lord from this ancient custom. Jesus Himself leads the parade much as He did on that Good Friday when He carried His cross out of the city through the crowd of onlookers who jeered Him on His journey. At the end of that march, He was crucified. For those accustomed to the Etruscan triumph, that would have been the end, but thanks be to God it was not the end, only the beginning! Kinlaw reminds us that, "He was picturing Christ not as the conquering King but as the conquered King, the One who was to be the sacrifice."
Therefore we who follow Christ must understand the call to sacrifice. Jesus gave, "My back to those who struck Me and My cheeks to those who plucked out the beard; I did not hide my face from shame and spitting." Isaiah 50:6. In our culture of 21st Century Christianity, the airwaves are filled with ministers and lay persons alike who trumpet the concept of victorious Christian living all of which is brought about by our faith seed gift, which is of course sent to the address on the screen and not some poor mission outpost in a far away land.
Paul understood the concept of sacrificial living for Christ. He wrote to the church in Phillippi, "But what things were gain to me, these I have counted loss for Christ. Yet indeed I also count all things loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord." Phil. 3:7-8. The call of Christ upon our lives holds the hope of eternal life coupled with a victorious life in this world. However, Christ would define victory in a very different way from how some might. Kinlaw reminds us, "If Christ leads the procession, then He leads us to an altar of self sacrifice, the Cross. It is a triumphal procession because out of the sacrifice of self the fragrance of the gospel comes."
In Christ
Your Pastor
T.R. Miller
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Harris Hall — 5:30 PM -till- Whenever
Bring a game and your favorite party food to share!
Everyone is invited - all ages, shapes and sizes!
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This movie is about a fireman (Kirk Cameron) whose marriage is dissolving. Just before he heads to file for a divorce, his father, who is a Christian, talks him into doing what's called, "The Love Dare."
"It's a 40-day journey of applying Biblical principles to marriage. As he takes the journey, he gets more and more educated about what God intended for marriage, and he learns more about what love could be. He gets to win back the heart of his wife, but not without some twists and turns along the way." ©2008 ChristianCinema.com
Click here to read more ...
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"I have come as light into the world...." John 12:46
We invite YOU to focus on our responsiblility as adults to provide for the needs, rights and well being of ALL young children...as we celebrate the "Week of the Young Child....."
Applications for the 2008-2009 Preschool Year have been mailed! We anticipate an exciting year! More information please contact Pam Day!
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| Cornelia Loftis | — At home following hospitalization |
| Mary Lockhart | — At home following hospitalization |
| Barnett Hobgood | — At home following surgery |
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PLEASE THESE LONG MEMORIAL MEMBERS WHO ARE LIVING IN VARIOUS FACILITIES WITH A NOTE OF CHEER!
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| BRIAN CENTER |
Ruby Jones
Brian Center
P.O. Box 1508
Yanceyville, NC 27379 | | Birdie Wisser
Brian Center
P.O. Box 1508
Yanceyville, NC 27379 | | |
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| PMH Extended Care |
Rose Paradis
PMH Extended Care
615 Ridge Road
Roxboro, NC 27573 | | Sarah Damron
PMH Extended Care
615 Ridge Road
Roxboro, NC 27573 | | Frances Wright
PMH Extended Care
615 Ridge Road
Roxboro, NC 27573 |
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| CAMBRIDGE HILLS |
Elizabeth Humphries
Cambridge Hills
5660 Durham Road
Roxboro, NC 27574 | | Otha Day
Cambridge Hills
5660 Durham Road
Roxboro, NC 27573 | | Ed Harvey
Cambridge Hills
5660 Durham Road
Roxboro, NC 27574 |
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| CANTERBURY HOUSE |
Marion Tillett
Canterbury House
P.O. Box 1851
Roxboro, NC 27573 | | Irene Tomlin
Canterbury House
P.O. Box 1851
Roxboro, NC 27573 | | Betty Garrett
Canterbury House
P.O. Box 1851
Roxboro, NC 27573 | |
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| ROXBORO NURSING CENTER |
Frances Griffith
Roxboro Nursing Center
901 Ridge Road
Roxboro, NC 27573 | | Bob Kirby
Roxboro Nursing Center
901 Ridge Road
Roxboro, NC 27573 | | Nell Williams
Roxboro Nursing Center
901 Ridge Road
Roxboro, NC 27573 | | Margie M. Thomas
Roxboro Nursing Center
901 Ridge Road
Roxboro, NC 27573 |
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Would you like to makes new friends, enjoy delicious food and have fun at the same time? If you join our Long Memorial Supper Club this will happen! We always welcome new people — singles or couples, this does not matter. If you are interested in learning more about the Supper Club, call Becky Brann (599-1049) or Leah Owen (597-5979) for more information. A sign up sheet is in the Narthex.
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| WHEN: | | WHERE: | | WHAT: |
| Mon, 8th, 7:15 P.M. | | Church Library | | Endowment Committee |
| Mon. 22nd, 7:00 P.M. | | Library | | Finance Committee |
| Tues. 23rd, 7:00 P.M. | | Library | | Staff Parish Committee |
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Were you married in 1958? If so, the United Methodist Women would like to honor you and your spouse this year. Call the church office (599-1193) if this is the year of your golden anniversary.
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Hand in Hand
South Elementary School
The first wave of your donations of school supplies was delivered to South Elementary School on Monday, August 18. And on the following day, Tuesday, the 19th, Hand-in-Hand volunteers provided refreshments for the teachersâ?T first day of school. Last year, the staff of South Elementary was so grateful for Long Memorial's generous response to their students' needs. We are confident we will be able to offer them the same support during this 2008-09 school year. Many thanks to all of you who have helped to get us off to such a great start!
- Bookbag (no rolling bags please)
- Headphones for computer lab;
- Friskars brand scissors;
- Crayons;
- Crayola Markers;
- Elmer's bottled white glue;
- Elmer's glue sticks;
- Watercolor paints;
- Boxes of tissues;
- Black & white composition books (not spiral);
- Plastic pencil boxes;
- Erasers;
- 3 vinyl folders -- blue, red & yellow;
- Construction Paper;
- Wide ruled loose-leaf paper;
- Spiral notebooks;
- Colored pencils;
- Highlighters;
- Folders with pockets;
- Index cards (3x5)
And if you are recently retired, a stay-at-home parent whose last child is heading off to school, a community college student, or someone whose employer has a strong sense of civic duty; please consider becoming a Hand-in-Hand tutor. With just one hour a week, you can form a friendship with a child that will enhance both of your lives. If you think you might be interested, please ask Jackie Johnson, Martha Allen or Tania Edwards for more information.
ZOE
The Zimbabwe Orphan Endeavor (ZOE) is a project of the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church, which supports many orphans in Africa. The care of these orphans frequently falls upon either young siblings or upon the elderly, all trapped in poverty. For several years now, Long Memorial has contributed financial assistance to this ministry. Our gifts help provide medical care, food and clothing, as well as a variety of training, including vocational training to foster their financial independence.
Sunday, August 31, was designated as a special offering day for "ZOE" in our church. And we are thankful to all those who shared the good news of Christ's love by donating to this vital ministry.
AGAPE
Project AGAPE is a joint project of the Armenian Apostolic Church, the North Carolina Conference and the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. This ministry was established to help Armenia following a war, as well as a devastating earthquake. Long Memorial has helped support this mission for several years, and this year a special offering will be taken on September 19.
Your donations allow food to be directed to Armenia, provide medical supplies to hospitals and doctors, and make paper, pencils, computers and other teaching items available to teach and enrich lives of young Christians in Armenia. Your gifts will make a remarkable difference in this place of suffering.
CHRISTIAN HELP CENTER
Considering all of the appeals to your generosity, the Christian Help Center is so grateful that you also continue to support those less fortunate in your own community.
HELP US COLLECT LABELS:
Long Memorial United Methodist Women is requesting your help in collecting Campbell's Labels for Education which can be found on Campbell's soups, Marie's dressings, dips and glazes, Mrs. Pauls Frozen Sea Food, Swanson broths, V8 Juice, Franco American Spaghetti O's, Pepperidge Farms products, Prego spaghetti sauce, etc. Look for the label around the bar code that says "Earn Free Stuff For Your School" Cut this label out and bring your collecting of labels to Peggy Wade in the church office, or to Jean Andrews. We also collect box tops for education found on cereals and other food products. Bring those too!
A SPECIAL PRAYER:
The number of members on Long Memorial's Missions Committee has recently dwindled from six to four. So, at the appointed time, we will be asking the Nominating Committee for their assistance in recruiting new members. However, it isn't necessary to wait for an invitation from a committee to serve your church. If at any time you feel you are being called in any capacity, please let Reverend T.R. know. In the meantime, we will pray that a few of you will want to join us.
| Your Mission Committee |
| Jackie Johnson, Chair. |
| Tania Edwards | | Charles Owens | | Jessie Saunders |
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Through the month of August the Chancel Choir will be meeting at 10:00 to prepare for the morning service of music. Everyone, who likes to sing and wants to contribute to the worship service in this way, is invited to meet at this time each Sunday in the choir room. Come enjoy the fun of singing and fellowship through music. Regular Choir practice will resume after Labor Day.
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N U R S E R Y S C H E D U L E
| 9:00 AM Worship Service |
| August 3 | — Shirley Bradsher | |
| August 10 | — Jessie Saunders | |
| August 17 | — Kay Carver | |
| August 24 | — Janet Clayton | |
| August 31 | — Christy King | |
| 11:00 AM Worship Service |
| August 3 | — Patti Morgan | |
| August 10 | — Shelia Mitchiner | |
| August 17 | — Emily Humphries | |
| August 24 | — Yvonne Pleasant | |
| August 31 | — Karla Peed | |
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| August 3rd | — Anna Wesley & Brooke Peed |
| August 10th | — Katie & Carson Pleasant | |
| August 17th | — Patrick Morgan & Tanner Kendrick | |
| August 24th> | — | |
| August 31st | — Kelsey Pleasant & Carly Allen | |
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| 1 | — Emily Humphries |
| 3 | — Candace Long |
| 4 | — Lester Klinker, Cornelia Loftis |
| 5 | — Grier Briggs, Woody Garrett |
| 6 | — Connee White, Linda Bridges, Becky Clayton |
| 8 | — Jim Owen |
| 9 | — Carolyn Payne, John Kuykendall |
| 12 | — Gene Alston |
| 13 | — Tres Linville |
| 14 | — Jackie Blanks |
| 15 | — Eloise White |
| 16 | — Imogene Wilson |
| 17 | — Mark Galloway, Mitze Thomas |
| 18 | — Wells King |
| 19 | — Bob Linville |
| 21 | — Mallori Eason, Meridith Eason |
| 22 | — Cole Strickland, Barbara Walters |
| 23 | — Cora Neathery |
| 26 | — Millie Cole |
| 27 | — Tennie Talbert |
| 28 | — Caroline Strickland, Tom Andrews |
| 30 | — Katie Solomon |
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| Sep 7 | — Jean Kuykendall | |
| Sep 14 | — A.S. Terry | |
| Sep 21 | — Maryellen Kimbrough | |
| Sep 28 | — Jill Strickland | |
If you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary on any of the above dates please call the church office at 599-1193.
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| 1 & 2 | — Covered Dish Meal @ Church | 6:30 PM |
| 3 | — Covered Dish Meal @ Church | 6:30 PM |
| 4 | — Covered Dish Meal @ Church | 6:30 PM |
| 5 | — Covered Dish Meal @ Church | 6:30 PM |
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The Robert E. Long Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Robert Long, a local dentist and strong supporter of Long Memorial United Methodist Church. The scholarship is available for any Long Memorial UMC member who is seeking a post-secondary education. The scholarship is in the form of a no-interest loan which is to be paid back in installments following the completion of a degree or withdrawal from school. If you are interested, please contact the church office (599-1193) for an application form.
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Members of the prayer chain are offering daily prayers for those on our prayer list. If you, or someone you love, would like daily prayers for a special need, please call Tania Edwards at 599-3863.
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The Lord never stops giving us reasons to praise Him!
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| 9 A.M. | — Early Service | — Chapel |
| 9:45 A.M. | — Sunday School | |
| 11 A.M. | — Worship | — Sanctuary |
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