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
JUNE 2008
FROM THE PASTOR 
Sooner or later, you'll discover it.
It's not some new math, some twisted form of algebra, or even a modified version of addition and subtraction; instead, it's often described as "God math," and it defies all sorts of human logic.
It works like this: You give money to the church or to someone in need, even though you don't really have it to give. You make a sacrifice. God then does a miraculous thing: Since you've done his business, he takes care of yours. You find that your own need is satisfied, sometimes in a surprising way.
Anne Frank summed it up in one of our weekly readings from Treasures of the Transformed Life: "No one has ever become poor by giving."
Did you ever wonder why?
It could be that being generous with our finances allows us to be rich in faith. The more we see "God math" in our own lives, the more confident we become that God really will meet all of our needs.
Besides all that, though, giving a regular proportion demonstrates to God that we consider him more important than we consider money. It keeps us from allowing money to become an idol in our lives. Have you ever thought about it that way?
The truth is, God doesn't just want our cash — even if it does help fund church programs and ministries. What he really wants is our hearts. He wants us to turn to him and say, "Whatever I have, it's yours."
Consider the Scripture verses presented in our Sunday school/small group meeting: "What can I offer the Lord for all he has done for me?" (Ps. 116:12 NLT).
It reminds us that we can never pay back God for his great gifts to us. One thing we can do, however, is cheerfully start with the tithe, the very least he asks of us. Set aside God's percent every week as soon as you receive your pay, and you'll never miss it. It will show God that you're serious about putting him first — and it will continue to give him opportunities to supply your every need, just as he promised he would.In Christ Your Pastor T.R. Miller
2008-2009 Preschool Year
"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!
Please Remember ...
PLEASE REMEMBER THESE LONG MEMORIAL MEMBERS WHO ARE LIVING IN VARIOUS FACILITIES WITH A NOTE OF CHEER!
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| 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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| 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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| 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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| 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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| 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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FATHER'S DAY
If you would like to place in the Father's Day bulletin the name of a special man in your life, please call the church office (599-1193). The deadline is Wednesday, June 11th. Cost is $3.00 per name.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL!
Mark your calendars! Vacation Bible School will be held at Long Memorial UMC on Friday, July 25th from 5:30 to 9:00 P.M. and Saturday, July 26th from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Lunch will be provided. Our Bible school is open to those ages 4-11. A nursery will be provided for volunteers only. Volunteers are needed for all areas both adults and youth are welcome! Please call Lisa Brooks at 597-0741 after 5:00 P.M.
MEETINGS ON THE AGENDA — JUNE
| WHEN: | WHERE: | WHAT: | ||
| Tues, 3rd, 7:00 P.M. | Chapel | Church Council | ||
| Mon. 16th, 7:00 P.M. | Library | Finance Committee |
United Methodist Women
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.
MISSION NEWS
Hand in Hand
The meeting of the Hand in Hand tutors on May 20 helped to confirm that our partnership with South Elementary this school year has been blessed with many individual successes, as well as overall appreciation. Evaluation forms were completed by both the tutors and the teachers they served, relative to the tutors' work with their students. And these, in general, were very positive. The following two excerpts from tutors' evaluations, by their very similarity, affirm our welcome reception:
"It has been a great joy to be able to work with my student. The school personnel have always been very welcoming and courteous. I have had nothing but joy in serving in this area. I surely hope to be able to continue for many years to come."
"I have really enjoyed my experience at South Elementary. I have always felt welcomed and appreciated by the staff. I truly enjoy working with my students. They are very special to me and I hope to work with them next year."
And following is Principal Michael Ziemba's evaluation of the Hand in Hand program:
"Long Memorial is truly dedicated to South Elementary. The mentors have been consistent in their attendance. They are truly caring toward our children and committed to their academic and social growth. They have been a positive influence at the school the whole year."
This is a fitting time for all of us to recognize each of our tutors and thank them for the time and, most importantly, love, they have given to the children entrusted to them. And then please ask them why they have chosen to return to South Elementary next school year. You may find you want to join them!
They are: Mark Allen; Amy Bayliff; Kay and Nannette Carver; Will Carver; Tania Edwards; Glenn Long; Leon Long; Marcia Miller; Linda Morris; Martha Ann O'Hara; Betty Stewart; and Charles Owens.
We must also thank all the other Hand in Hand volunteers who have contributed so much to the success of our ministry. In addition to the Prayer Team and Card Encouragement Team, there are all of those who have helped whenever called upon. You've generously contributed school supplies, volunteered as test monitors, and helped with special events, such as the teacher’s farewell breakfast we will host on June 11.
Martha Allen has very nicely summed up our contribution to South Elementary this school year:
"Thank you for ALL you have done!! A wonderful job!"
Christian Help Center:
The hot dogs served at the Christian Help Center's fund-raising lunch on May 9 were delicious. We hope you had a chance to enjoy them.
And although the CHC has a surplus of canned vegetables, their supply of canned meats and canned milk is still low. Dry goods needed are boxed macaroni and cheese, sugar and flour (preferably in 2 pound sacks), and dry milk. And, of course, there's always room for the children's favorite, PB&J.
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.
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| Jackie Johnson, Chair. | ||||
| Tania Edwards | Charles Owens | Jessie Saunders | ||
NEWS FROM THE CHOIR LOFT
Come Sing With the Choir During The Summer Months
Through the months of June, July and 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.
NURSERY SCHEDULE - JUNE 2008
9:00 AM Worship Service June 1 — Stephanie Linville June 8 — Stacey Paith June 15 — Lisa Brooks June 22 — Lynn Dean June 29 — Kathryn Garrett 11:00 AM Worship Service June 1 — Sharrell Ellis June 8 — Maryellen Kimbrough June 15 — Laurie Boyette June 22 — Emily Humphries June 29 — Trudy Snead
ACOLYTES - JUNE 2008
June 1 — Katie & Kelsey Pleasants June 8 — Tanner Kendrick & Patrick Morgan June 15 — Hannah Blaylock & Carly Allen June 22 — Anna Wesley & Brooke Peed June 29 — Josh Pleasants & Brandon Pleasants
LITURGISTS
June 8th — 9:00 AM – — 11:00 AM – Leanna Day June 29th — 9:00 AM – Anna Wrenn — 11:00 AM – Leanna Day July 27th — 9:00 AM – Christopher Morgan — 11:00 AM – Jeanne Gentry
JUNE BIRTHDAYS
June 1 — Jackie Johnson June 3 — Gus Holeman June 6 — Samantha Craig June 7 — Martha Ann O’Hara June 8 — Tom Loftis, Shelia Mitchiner June 9 — Bob Kirby, Mary Earle Berger June 13 — Ashley Bailey June 14 — H.G. Stonbraker June 15 — Newton Pleasant June 16 — Yvonne Pleasant, Eleanor Dickens June 17 — Sherri Hicks, Jordan Bolyard June 18 — Leanna Day June 19 — Conrad Kimbrough June 20 — Nina Briggs, Carolyn Long, Panthea Daniel June 21 — Ellen Harris, Christopher Morgan June 23 — Martha Allen June 24 — Brooke Peed June 25 — Leon Long, Debra Moran June 28 — Tom Alexander June 29 — George Johnson, Lou Lockhart June 30 — Terry Allen, Dot Wood, Jack Gates
Flower Calendar - June
June 1 — Bob & Patti Morgan June 8 — Laurie Boyette June 15 — H.G. Stonbraker June 22 — Becky Brann June 29 — Bob & Patti Morgan
If you would like to place flowers in the sanctuary on any of the above dates please call the church office at 599-1193.
Circle Meetings - June
| 1 & 2 | — No Meeting | |
| 3 | — No Meeting | |
| 4 | — No Meeting | |
| 5 | — No Meeting |
Memorial Scholarship
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.
PRAYER CHAIN
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.
A WORD ABOUT PRAYER
When I agreed to be the Prayer Coordinator for the Building on Faith Campaign, I have to admit I was somewhat naïve as to what to expect (or what was expected of me). Although my number has appeared in both the church newsletter, bulletins, and on the web my phone has not been "ringing off the hook." Most of those persons who have expressed their willingness to be in prayer for our church have been solicited from within already existing prayer groups.
Then it occurred to me that perhaps some might be intimidated, thinking they may not be able to honestly honor a commitment to pray. Few of us are contemplative by nature. We are active, practical people, whose days are already full. However, I'm sure many of you, without telling me, have already made this particular commitment to prayer.
If you, as an individual, or in your Sunday School class, are earnestly reading through Treasures of the Transformed Life and reflecting on its message, YOU ARE ALREADY PRAYING.
If you have placed the Family Prayer Card you received from the Capital Campaign Committee on your kitchen or dining room table and included its petition with your grace before meals, YOU ARE ALREADY PRAYING.
So please don't feel that you are not spending enough time in prayer to qualify it as a commitment. The Lord himself gave us a prayer consisting of only five sentences!
— Tania Edwards 599-3863
SYMPATHY
Our deepest sympathy is extended to:
| – | Christy King in the death of her grandmother, Mary H. Chambers; |
| – | Lois M. Winstead in the death of her brother-in-law, Edward A. Griffith; |
| – | Family of Musette Barnette; |
| – | Tom Loftis in the death of his brother-in-law, Stokes Williams; |
| – | Dot Wood in the death of her husband, Ernest Blair Wood, Sr.; |
| – | Bea Crowder and Connie Mundy in the death of their son and brother, Andy Crowder; |
| – | Family of Irene Tomlin. |
WORDS OF WISDOM
"Spring being a tough act to follow, God created June." - Al Bernstein
THANK YOU!
Dear Fellow Members of Long Memorial UMC,
Thank you for the kindness and caring that you have shown to me and my family during the time of Ernie's death. Thank you for the food, flowers, beautiful service and music and to Circle #4 for the delicious meal.
God bless you all.
Dot Wood, Ernie, Jr., Pam, Miriam and Benton
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SENIORS!
The following youth will be graduating from Person High School on June 11, 2008. They are:
Ricky Crabtree — Mary Catherine Day John Garrard — Jeanne Gentry Will Gentry — Sara Hora Christopher Morgan — Zack Oakley Charlie Stewart — Joseph Weinberger Kelsey Wrenn
These seniors will be recognized at the 11:00 am worship service on June 8th. A supper for these students, their parents, and family will be held at 6:00 pm in Harris Fellowship Hall to give honor to these seniors. Please RSVP by calling the church office.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
| June 1 | — NO evening youth! | |
| June 8 | — Senior Supper 6:00 PM! | NO evening youth! |
This begins our summer schedule! Be on the lookout for exciting fun and get togethers for summer 2008!
MEDICAL CONCERNS
| Kathryn Keith | — At home |
| Tommy Day | — At home |
| Evelyn Jones | — PMH Extended Care |
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WORSHIP WITH US EVERY SUNDAY:
| 9 A.M. | — Early Service | — Chapel |
| 9:45 A.M. | — Sunday School | |
| 11 A.M. | — Worship | — Sanctuary |