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Phone: (901) 683-8861 Fax: (901) 683-1374
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St. Frances
Bill Whitaker 518
Forest Cove NH
Chris Simmons 129
Hospice Care
Mary Stanley

At Home
Earl Galloway
Lynda Park
Terry Williamson
Becky Roberts
Jeanette Leslie
Linda Ann Gullick

Special Prayers for
…kidnapped girls from Nigeria

Homebound
Martha Allen June Burton Gerri Colosia
Jack Eaton Mava Dell Fry Helen Griffin
Marie Hughes James Matlock Lorene Nance
Doris Palazzini Jane Pifer Betty Ray
Bernice Shelby Emmett Smith Harold Smith
Betty Smithmier
Martha Wallace

ALDERSGATE United Methodist Church
4459 Willow Road
Memphis, TN 38117-6917
THE FLAME is a publication of Aldersgate United Methodist Church. The newsletter is published weekly. Please contact your local Postmaster if you are having difficulty with delivery

November 12, 2014 Volume 59 Issue 46

The Write Reverend

Paul Tillich was one of the greatest theological minds of the last century. He defined a symbol as a sign that pointed to a reality greater than itself. That’s what I am praying our Southeast Memphis Cooperative Parish logo will do: point people to a reality greater than what is symbolized and to the God behind the symbol that calls us who follow Jesus to be salt and light (Matthew 5:13-16). If you don’t remember the passage, read it again at your leisure and be reminded what it means in the Beatitudes to be “salt” and “light.”
In addition to being salt and light, however, Jesus also said that we should love each other; so much so, that love for each other would be the distinguishing quality among those who follow Him (John 13:35).
“What does that look like symbolically?” you ask. We are having a “Logo Contest” to answer just that question! We are looking for the best symbol to tell the world who we are (Southeast Memphis Cooperative Parish), who our member churches are (El Redentor, Aldersgate and Asbury), and what we represent: salt, light and love. All entries must contain these elements and be submitted to soemcp@gmail.com by midnight on November 21, 2014. The winning submission will be announced at Charge Conference on Monday, November 24, 2014, 7 p.m., at Asbury. Entries will be judged by the Parish Staff and a special “mystery judge”!
Herbert
Lectionary Readings for the week: Judges 4:1-7, Psalm 76 (United Methodist Hymnal # 797), I Thessalonians 5:1-11, Matthew 25:14-30
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We are thankful that Dean & Aleita are back home

OUR PRESENCE
November 9
Church School 41
Worship 83 Visitors 19

OUR GIFTS
November 9
This Week’s Offering $ 1,583
MTD $ 5,161
Apportionments TD $ 7,090

OUR SERVICE
November 16, 2014
Greeters Margie Williamson
Lorelle Woodard
Liturgist Bruce Hughes
Scripture Warren Petty
Children’s Time Lisa Hughes
Lock-up Barry Mathis

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK
Here’s the link to the SEMCP (South East Memphis Cooperative Parish) Facebook page. You are encouraged to visit often for announcements, news, insights and helpful information about our Parish efforts:
https://m.facebook.com/southeastmemphiscooperativeparishumc

OUR WITNESS
November Scripture Readers
23 Judy Stanley
30 Dean Tutor

LööKING AHEAD
Sun. 11/16 9:15a Koffee in the Kitchen
9:45a Sunday School
11:00a Worship
12:15p Harvest Dinner
Mon. 11/17 Noon News Deadline
Tue. 11/18 6:00p Cub Scouts
7:00p Love/Hope Group
Wed. 11/19 10:00a Bible Study at Asbury
10:00a UMNC Key Women
6:00p Fellowship & Study
6:00p Children/Youth
7:15p Choir Rehearsal
Thu. 11/20 9a-12p Food Pantry Open
at Asbury
Fri. 11/21 Offices Closed
Sat. 11/22 9:00a AFLS
Sun. 11/23 9:15a Koffee in the Kitchen
9:45a Sunday School
11:00a Worship

PHOTO OP COMING TO ALDERSGATE
Our very own Andrew Baker will be at the church on Nov. 16 & 23, after worship service, to take photos of our church family. No dress code except that you are decently covered. Wear your jammies, your Sunday best, formal attire or your grubbies. Bring a favorite toy or sports item. Have friends who want to have family portraits taken? Bring them along.
No appointments to make. No trips to the studio. Just be at church after service on the 16th or 23rd.

ANNUAL OXFORD CLASS
CHRISTMAS CARD PROJECT IS UNDERWAY
Gifts may be given to Terry Williamson for this year’s project and your name will be put on the BIG church-wide Christmas card.

CHILDREN & YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Do you have a child or know any between the ages of 10 and 17? Activities are now taking place on Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m., led by Milton & Synolve Craft. Fun, food, games and lessons are part of the happenings. Tell your friends and neighbors, family and cohorts. All children in this age group are welcome. Parents, too!

WELCOME TO OUR NEW FAMILY
Rev. Milton Craft, his wife Synolve, and their children, Evan & Alexzandria, joined our church family on the 9th. You will be seeing a lot of them as they are directing the Parish Youth Ministries. Please give them a warm Aldersgate greeting and lend them a hand when needed.

BBQ & BINGO
If you have not signed up, please call the church office so we may have a correct count. Prizes will be furnished. The charge for lunch is by donation. Come on! Get out of the house and join us for some fun! 11:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 13.

REACH OUT AT THE COOKOUT ON THE 15th
Join us on Saturday, November 15, at 323 N. Montgomery St., for our inaugural multi-cultural cookout, 1 to 4 p.m. Grills, sponsors and volunteers are needed to make this a great occasion. Many Hispanics from this area are already attending services at El Redentor and several other nationalities are looking for a church home.
Games for children and adults, good food and fellowship. What could be better. Contact Rev. Goyo for all the details, cell phone: 901-496-1297 or by email at goyodelacruz@gmail.com.

HARVEST DINNER - NOVEMBER 16
Have you made your reservations? They are a must, to provide us with a count for food. The sign-up sheet is on the office window or you may call the office, 683-8861. If, for any reason, you make a reservation and cannot attend, you will be expected to pay as you will have been counted.

FOOD PANTRY FOR NOVEMBER
You may give all of a basket or any part, as you prefer:
$15 Kroger Gift Card or Cash or Check
2 Boxes Dressing Mix 2 Cans Cranberry Sauce 2 Cans Corn 2 Cans Green Beans
40 oz. Sweet Potatoes 4/5 lbs. flour
1 Jar Instant Coffee 1 Box Cake Mix
4/5 lbs sugar 24 oz. Oil
1 Can Frosting 40 oz. Biscuit Mix
20 oz. Instant Potatoes 1 Box Powered Milk
1 Box Family-size Tea Bags
Please have all items at the church by Nov.16.
Thank you so much!

UMW NEWS
Several books have been added to the UMW Reading Program for 2015:
Sum It Up (Leadership Development), an autobiography of Pat Summitt, is on loan from Margaret Ann Ligon
Good God, Lousy World and Me (Education for Mission) is donated by Marcelle Farrow in honor of Jane Hight.
What’s So Blessed About Being Poor (Education for Mission), is donated by Margaret Ann Ligon in honor of the Koinonia Group.
Americanah (Social Action), a national best seller, is donated by the Love/Hope Group.
Fulfilled (Leadership Development) is donated by the Koinonia Group.
Shopping (Spiritual Growth), is donated by Lana Solomon in honor of Rebeca Ernst.
The End of Your Life Bookclub (Nurturing for Community) is donated by Sharon Lockhart in honor of Peggy Brightwell.
That Used to Be Us (Social Action) is donated by Sharon Lockhart in honor of Tom Lockhart.
Tough Cookies (Leadership Development) is donated by Jane Hight.
There are many opportunities here to grow in knowledge of mission, leadership, nurture, social action and spirituality. Visit our library and choose one or two.

YOU MAY STILL SIGN UP
TO HELP ON THANKSGIVING DAY
Dinner will be prepared by Mary Proctor but all other areas will depend on us.
You have your choice of Wednesday night or Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, for 2 hour shifts (or for the entire time—your choice). Please contact Judy Stanley at judy@crumpmortage.com or 901-652-4821 or Barry Mathis at 901-683-7050, 901-299-2746 or bamathis@att.net, to sign up.
Attention, Pie Bakers!
We need your famous pies to serve our dinner guests. Please let Jane Hight (737-9053) or Sharon Lockhart (754-3429) know if you will help by making a pie (or 2 or 3). Thanks!

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
When I see myself as God sees me,
I am just perfect!

HONORING OUR LOVED ONES
A donation has been made to the Oxford Class Christmas Card project in honor of Terry Williamson by the Oxford Class.

REMEMBER!
OUR PARISH CHARGE CONFERENCE
...is at Asbury UMC, 2969 S. Mendenhall Rd.,
on Monday, November 24, 7:00 p.m.

OUR ADVENT STUDY
...begins November 30. Books can be ordered for $11.00. Please call the office to order, 683-8861.

FREE DENTAL CARE AT ALDERSGATE
Courtesy of Bellevue Baptist
FREE dental care will be available to those who qualify:
~ Clients must live in the 38117 zip code and provide proof of residence
~ There will be a waiting list for cancellations
~ Clients must NOT have dental insurance
~ There are NO income limits
Cleanings done on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 7 a.m. to Noon. Extractions and fillings done on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 7 to 10 a.m.
Space is limited. If you are interested, please call the church office at 901-683-0130 to make an appointment.

HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT
POINSETTIAS?
Honor your loved ones this Christmas season with a lovely poinsettia in the Sanctuary.
In Honor of_______________________________
In Memory of _____________________________
Given By_________________________________
Cost: $8 each # Ordered ____________
Please complete this form and return, with payment, to the church office.

March 25, 2009 Volume 54 Issue 11