Experience Worship Every Sunday!
Worship Services: 9:30 a.m. • 11:00 a.m.
Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. • 11:00 a.m. (All Ages)

General Announcements

ALTAR FLOWERS
The altar flowers are given this week by Dave, Cathy, Nick, and Christina Semeria in loving memory of Dave’s mother, Maisie Semeria.

DIVORCE/GRIEF COUNSELING
Wellspring Counseling Center at Birmingham UMC will be offering counseling groups this fall: GriefShare, GriefCare for Kids, DivorceCare, DivorceCare for Kids, and DivorceCare for Teens starting Thursday, September 4. Groups
will be led by a licensed professional counselor and a masters prepared counselor. Please contact Derek Struchtemeyer at 770.883.0247 or e-mail struchtemeyerd@bellsouth.net to register or for more information.

HOW DO I JOIN BUMC?
Complete and submit a membership form available on the BUMC web site or contact the church office for a hard copy. All new members must be baptized prior to joining the church. If you have not been baptized, please contact the office to schedule a baptism. You may be baptized on the day you join. Contact Mary Mueller at 770.815.4980 to schedule the date and time you wish to join. New members may join any Sunday, at either service. Membership Sundays are scheduled on the fourth Sunday of each month for those who wish to join in a group setting. Those dates are September 28, October 26, and November 23.

CONNECTIONS CLASS
This class is specifically geared towards newcomers and new members. It is a series of three one-hour classes held in the Bride’s Room, just off the Sanctuary, during the 11:00 a.m. worship service. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the staff and learn about the ministries of BUMC and about getting connected. Classes will resume on September 7. Reservations are not required but greatly appreciated. Contact Mary Mueller at 770.815.4980.


YOUTH MINISTRY AND FELLOWSHIP
NORMAL SUNDAY FORMAT

‘TWEEN 6TH GRADE CLASS
9:30 AND 11:00 A.M.
August - December 2008
At front house on church property. Look for sign.

INFUSION
MIDDLE SCHOOL WORSHIP
9:30 AND 11:00 A.M.
Youth Room

THE VAULT
HIGH SCHOOL WORSHIP
11:00 A.M.
High School Chapel

WORD WEDNESDAY
These sessions meet weekly during the school year. Students discuss topics related to their everyday lives in small group environments. New students are welcomed at any time.
Middle School: 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
Home of Mitch and Laura Bluhm
425 Gunston Hall Drive (770.569.8607)
High School: 7:45 - 9:00 p.m.
Home of Vicky and Jack Wyche
225 Buckland Run (770.569.5488)

Check out the YOUTH WEB SITE:
www.birminghamumc.org/youth
All registrations, calendar dates, and other important information about events are posted on our site. Youth and parents - check here for information on anything!

THANKS TO THE 48 ADULTS WHO HELPED WITH CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL LAST SUNDAY

OPPORTUNITIES
Help with two, three, or four year-old children in Sunday School. Contact Nancy Spence at nancy.spence@birminghamumc.org or 678.942.1613.

THIRD GRADE BIBLES
Next Sunday, September 7, third graders will receive Bibles at the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. services. Information will be mailed to current third graders. On September 12, third graders will have fun learning to use their Bibles after enjoying pizza together.

REGISTER FOR SEPTEMBER
PLAYTIME!
Who? Children 6 mos. - 4 years
When? Tuesdays
Time? 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cost? $18/day payable a month in advance
Contact: nancy.spence@birminghamumc.org

WOMEN’S MINISTRY WELCOME, LADIES!
NEXT SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, AT 3:00 P.M.
”Whoever welcomes you welcomes me and whoever welcomes me welcomes the One who sent me."
Matthew 10:40

Experience food, fun, and fellowship as we gather to welcome Dave and Teresa Benson, Julie and Ted Boone, each other, and the One we serve. Meet our new ministers and their spouses as you learn about all the exciting special events and opportunities planned just for you!

BUMC WOMEN’S CIRCLE
This group will serve in the community, share and learn together through speakers and books, and enjoy each other as Sisters in Christ! The Circle meets the second Tuesday of each month (September – April) from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Childcare is available at BUMC. For more information please contact Stephanie Owens at 770.442.9671.
Mark Your Calendars:
Sept. 9: Meet at Fostercares in Roswell. Sort children’s clothing for foster homes until 12:30 and go to lunch as a group
Oct. 14: Meet in Fellowship Hall for speech by Guidepost writer and author, Karen Barber, on the
topic of “Making Prayer Time More Interactive”
Nov. 11: Meet at Fostercares in Roswell
Dec. 9: Christmas Luncheon and ornament exchange
FOSTERCARES NEEDS: Gently used kids’ clothing, dress pants for boys (khakis, navy); new socks and underwear; size 3-1/2 boys’ shoes; 1-1/2 girls’ shoes; gently used cribs, crib sheets and receiving blankets. If you have any of these items please bring them to the meetings or deliver to the church office. To find out more about this organization, visit www.fostercares.org.

WOMEN’S RENEWAL RETREAT
SAVE THE DATES: FEBRUARY 6-8, 2009
AMICALOLA FALLS
You do not want to miss this exciting annual getaway!

BETH MOORE BIBLE STUDIES
Beth Moore Bible Studies are now offered on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the Choir Room.
For more information contact Sherry Schoendorf at sherryschoendorf@comcast.net; Cathy Shea at shea101897@comcast.net; or Mary Kay Bechtel at cbech123@comcast.net.

THE AMAZING COLLECTION
This is a Bible study designed for women that teaches the Bible sequentially book by book in an understandable, relevant and exciting way so people can learn for life from every book of God’s Word. Please join us on Tuesday, September 23, at 10:00 a.m. in the first grade Sunday School room as we begin our study of Genesis. This weekly Bible Study is open to all women of the church and community - anyone who might be interested in learning more about the amazing collection of books called the Bible. Childcare is available. For more information contact Tamara Snyder at 770.475.0907 or Lucinda Johnson at 770.751.6159. You can also visit their website at www.theamazingcollection.org to get more information.

OPEN DOORS, OPEN HEARTS
Rev. Lynne Smith leads a 6-week study of the gospel of John on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. We will discuss the distinctive portrait of Jesus that is painted by the gospel writer and explore how a faithful disciple responds to the gospel's message. Please join us for fun, fellowship, and great conversation. All are welcome. For questions, contact Jenifer Saunders at jandksaunders@comcast.net or 770.475.1622.

WOMEN OF FAITH
“INFINITE GRACE” CONFERENCE
SEPTEMBER 26-27, PHILIPS ARENA, ATLANTA
If you are interested in attending, contact Karen DiGirolamo at 678.644.0192 (karendigi@gmail.com) or Cathy Shea at 404.409.8881. We are looking for a group to go together - the more the merrier! For more information about this life-changing weekend, visit www.womenoffaith.com/conferences

DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDY
“If you make my word your home, you will indeed be my disciples.” John 8:31 (NJB)

This fall, BUMC will be offering several Disciple Bible Study Classes. Disciple Bible Study is a covenant-based 34-week study that meets weekly. Each session involves daily Scripture reading, a group video component, and group discussions. Classes are held either at the Church or in members’ homes. This is a wonderful opportunity to be a part of an excellent Bible study, get involved in a small group, and get to know others in the Church.
Three classes are forming:
Disciple I - Tuesday mornings: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Starts September 9
Facilitator: Rev. Julie Boone (Childcare available)
Disciple II - Monday evenings: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Starts September 8
Facilitators: Dr. Boyd Whaley and Elizabeth Anderson
Disciple III - Wednesday mornings: 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. (Note: Day may change to Tuesday if anyone needs childcare. Start date to be announced)
Facilitators: Charlotte Lamm and Anne Crew

Come . . . be and a part of this life-transforming ministry. Cost $40 per person.
For questions or registration, please contact:
Rev. Julie Boone at 678.942.1604 or email
julie.boone@birminghamumc.org

MISSION CORNER
~ On October 10-19, a tent mission team will be going to Monterrey to work in partnership with the church at Pan de Vida in a new location outside of Monterrey. This will be a medical/dental evangelism team that will serve a community similar to Santa Rosa. If you are interested, or know someone who would be interested, register online at www.servintl.org.
~ If you have any local ministries you would like BUMC to support, please feel free to contact Tal Cox at 770.310.6345 or Chris Holcombe at 404.276.0399.

BUMC MEN’S BREAKFAST
Please join us for the next Men’s Ministry Study Breakfast on September 8. We’ll enjoy fellowship over coffee and a healthy breakfast beginning at 7:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall then be led in study by Dr. Boyd Whaley. We’ll finish by 8:30 sharp. Call Jeff Johnson at 404.312. 9984 if you have questions. And don’t forget to regularly check the Men’s Ministry web page http://www.birminghamumc.org/ministries/men.htm for additional breakfasts and other exciting events in the coming months.

BUMC ANNUAL FAMILY CAMPOUT
Hold the dates for the Third Annual Family Campout on October 11 and 12. Come for the afternoon and evening or stay overnight on the beautiful Sanctuary Land. Don’t miss it! More information is coming soon.

DAVE RAMSEY FPU
COMING TO BUMC
The 13-week class begins on Monday, September 15, at 6:30 p.m. and meets every Monday night through December 8. Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University is a life-changing program that teaches you how to make the right decisions with your money. Through this 13-week curriculum, you'll be empowered with the practical skills and confidence needed to achieve your financial goals and experience true financial peace! The cost is $100.00 ($93.00 plus $7 shipping and handling) per household, payable in cash or a check made out to BUMC with Dave Ramsey FPU noted on the memo line. Your payment serves as your registration. Contact Lynne Smith at 404.277.9351 for more information.

Welcome to the BUMC Family
Jim and Barb Carter
Brian and Shelley Johnson and their children, Zachary and Taylor
Melissa Scoggins and her son, Tyler

Flowers
The altar arrangements are designed by Flowers From Us

PRAYER LIST— Prayer requests will stay on the prayer list for two weeks. If you wish for something to stay on the list longer, you will need to notify Judie Purvis at Jpurvis818@aol.com

You can now communicate your Prayer Requests Online. Remember in Prayer Yvonne Crisp; Vicky Wyche; Betty Gray; Carol Stuen; Nancy Mattox; David North (20) and his family; MariAnne Bloecher (daughter and unborn baby); Scott Anderson; Lisa Sanders and family; Bradley Reithmeier; Leah Yntema; May Eaton; Hayley Hunter and family; Susan Johnson; Sam Worsham; Cathy Brock; Jean Ekes (Bob Ekes’ mother); Shelly Steele; Susan Bronner’s dog; Mark and Brenda Kresak and family; Connie Pence (Jeremy Pence’s mother); Dick Myrick (father of Ansley Thomas); Scarlett Schlotmann (3) and her parents, Joe and Mika; Barbara and Ed Hetherington; Sid Anderson (Tamara Snyder’s father); Robert B. Sumner (Lucinda Johnson’s father); Kathy Habeggar. Long-Term Requests Janis Strickler (Denise Baird’s mother); Karen Ross; Patsy Snyder; Sharon Danville; Scott Anderson; Amy Osborne (Boyd Whaley’s sister); Fletcher Cole; George Fuller; Ed Hetherington; Irma Stepian; Sid Anderson; Robert B. Sumner; Steve Close and family; Kenneth Cassada; Karen Ross; Louise Brown, Doug Tye; Makenna Culpepper; Benjamin Stear; Gary Keehn (Deb Stratton’s father); John Barton; Lisa Russo; Glen Carroll; Andrew Barnette serving in Iraq; Pat Cole in Iraq; Capt. Jonathan Judy serving in Afghanistan. Praise and Affirmation And the Lord said, I have surely seen the afflictions of my people . . . And have heard their cry . . . for I know their sorrows. Exodus 3: 7 PRAYER LIST - Prayer requests will stay on the prayer list for two weeks. If you wish for something to stay on the list longer, you will need to notify Judie Purvis at Jpurvis818@aol.com or via the online form.