For Week of October 2, 2016
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Welcome Bishop B. Michael Watson
to Canterbury!
Sunday, October 2
(New Traditions & Traditional Worship)
Canterbury United Methodist Church is pleased to announce the arrival of Bishop-in-Residence, B. Michael Watson. Mike is a native of Dothan and holds a Master of Divinity degree from Candler School of Theology as well as a Doctor of Ministry degree from Vanderbilt University. He was a minister in the Alabama-West Florida Annual Conference before being elected as a bishop in 2000. Mike has been a delegate to six World Methodist Conferences and is currently a member of the World Methodist Council. He is past-president of World Methodist Evangelism and is currently the Ecumenical Officer for the Council of Bishops. All of us are very pleased to welcome Mike and Margaret Watson here to Birmingham - especially his daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren: Canterbury members Elizabeth & Zac Riddle and Camilla, Watson, and Emmaline.
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Service Day is Coming!
Sunday, October 9th
Avondale Samaritan Place
500 40th Street South
Canterbury's Annual Service Day at Avondale is just two weeks away. On Sunday, October 9
th, Canterburians of all ages will travel to Avondale Samaritan Place immediately after worship for a picnic lunch followed by a fun two hours of service in the Avondale community. So register today at our main reception desk or on-line at our website at
www.canterburyumc.org and pick the service project you'd like to help out with. Then join us on October 9
th as we all Follow Jesus and Serve Others in Avondale.
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All Sons & Daughters -
Poets & Saints Tour 2016
Coming to Canterbury!
Monday, November 14
7 - 9 pm
Purchase your tickets now for the Poets & Saints Tour with Nashville's All Sons & Daughters! Set for release this September, All Sons & Daughters' fourth full-length album, Poets & Saints takes you on an epic journey into the lives and stories of a handful of Christ-followers who God used to wake up the world. Tickets are for general admission seats, and the concert will be held in Canterbury's beautiful "traditional" sanctuary. A portion of all ticket sales will support Stop Hunger Now.
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Annual Chili Sale
Starts This Sunday!
The student ministry at Canterbury is where it is today because of our amazing students and the support of our wonderful parents and congregation. Our annual chili sale is one way you can support the student ministry with the proceeds offsetting the cost of our summer mission trips and spiritual retreats. This summer we took over 100 students to Nashville, TN and Asheville, NC to serve the least of these.
From October 2nd - 23rd you can order chili from the chili sale tables outside of Sunday services, by coming to the youth department or going online at
http://www.canterburyumc.org/chili. Cost is $10 per quart. If you don't like chili but still want to help you can make a donation.
Again, we thank you for supporting the student ministry and we look forward to all that God has in store. For additional questions, contact
Lindsay Crocker at
[email protected].
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Live Your Strengths
Starts Wednesday, October 12
Register today for this highly interactive class, which is based on The Gallup Organization's online Strengths finder assessment. You will discover your top 5 strengths and explore how to maximize them in your relationships, vocation, and ministry. Sheryl Thornton and Bret Pippen use teaching, video, and class discussion to help you name, claim, and aim your unique strengths. When the class is completed, you will have the opportunity for a personal consultation. Live Your Strengths is 5 sessions on Wednesday evenings, 6:00-7:00, beginning October 12. Preregistration is required at
[email protected].
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The Writings & Life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Sunday Evenings
5 - 6:30 pm in Room M227
The Clark Center for Theological Studies is proud to host Dr. Dennis Sansom, Chair of the Philosophy Dept. at Samford University, at its Fall session. Dr. Sansom is currently leading a series of sessions on Dietrich Bonhoeffer, including his influence on our understanding of Discipleship in difficult times. Additional Sunday sessions will focus on how
Bonhoeffer's
views contrast with other contemporary theologians and a final summary on facing our own modern issues. For further information contact Stephen Ingram at
[email protected]
, 874-1542. You may register by calling Ellen Thomas at 874-1533 or online at
www.canterburyumc.org/canterbury-clarkcenter.
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Guest Speaker
Julie Sparkman
"Unhitching From the Crazy Train"
October 7
Make an investment in your personal sanity and join us as we explore with counselor and teacher, Julie Sparkman, how we can answer the invitation of our Redeemer: "Come to me. Get away with me and you'll recover your life. I'll show you how to take a real rest.... Learn the unforced rhythms of grace."
At CUMC, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Free Admission
Hosted by Canterbury United Methodist Church and City Lights Ministries.
*This will be the first in a series of Evidence of Faith Meetings.
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Family Night
Session 2 Begins October 5
Go to
www.canterburyumc.org/familynight to see all the new offerings and to register you and your family. Dinner begins at 5:00 pm, most classes begin at 6:00. Whether over a delicious meal, an engaging Bible study, or just dropping by for a class or discussion, we hope you will join us. There is something for everyone.
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Take Canterbury
With You This Fall
It's As Mobile As You Are
Now's the time to check out Canterbury's new App for mobile phones and tablets!
You can stay in touch with your church family like never before - even when you're on the go or out of town. Keep up with major events. Enjoy weekly sermons and blogs. Connect with your favorite groups through social media. Make online donations. Even connect to the entire Canterbury UMC website.
Download your Canterbury App right now! It's Fast and it's Easy.
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Panama Mission Trip
Information Meeting
October 19
If you have ever considered traveling and assisting on one of Canterbury's annual mission trips to Panama, make plans now to attend our next informational meeting. Find out more about our Medical, Spring Break, and Language options for next year. If you missed last week's session, join Rachel Estes and the Outreach Team in Wesley Hall, 7 - 8 pm on October 19.
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Fitness Class
Our terrific fitness classes taught by Karla are available on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings from 8:30 - 9:30 in the JOY classroom. The cost is only $75 per quarter. You can give it a try for a week with no fee. All ages are welcome. Men and women are invited to join. For more information, contact Lois Caldwell at
[email protected].
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Brown Bag Project at Canterbury
Emergency Pantry Needs: canned meat dinners, fruit, and vegetables.
Friday Brown Bag needs willing volunteers to distribute meal bags from 10:30-11:30 am. Show up at the reception area by 10:15 and get into the action!
Susan W. Dowdey, Director
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Canterbury Outreach
Get the Outreach News &
Opportunities Sent Right to You
To stay up-to-date on outreach needs,
projects and hopes please "like"
Canterbury Outreach Facebook page
and sign up for the monthly outreach
newsletter through the website at
www.canterburyumc.org/newsletters.
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Communion Brought To You
If you or someone you love is unable to come to church, please let Canterbury bring Holy Communion to you. More than just a ritual, Communion is a reminder of our eternal connection to God's love, grace, and peace - no matter where we may be.
Let us share the consecrated elements with you
at your home, hospital, or extended care facility. Whether it's just for a one-time visit or for one Sunday afternoon each month of the year, please let us know if we can help.
For additional information, contact
Joan Lauterbach at 205-370-5239 or
[email protected]
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College Ministries
At Canterbury we strive to provide a "church home" for college students in our area, as well as continue to nurture our own students that have grown up here and are away at school. The easiest way to communicate with students is through email and cell phones so that no matter where they are, they can feel their "church home" reaching out to them. We want to keep in touch and reach out to them during this important time in their lives. If you have a child who is away at college or know of a young person who attends college in our area, please contact Brian Ward at [email protected] or 972-213-6951.
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Rev. Dale Cohen's Blog
Wesleyan Grace Reflections
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Calendar of Events
For a detailed list of events at CUMC
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Special Announcements
8:15 am ..........New Traditions Worship........ Chapel - Bishop Watson
10:30 am ........Traditional Worship ............... Sanctuary - Bishop Watson
10:30 am ........Contemporary Worship.......... Canterbury Center - Rev. Tori Hastings
5:00 pm...........The WAY................................ Chapel - Mr. Brian Ward
Rose on the Altar
Holland Elizabeth Bragiel, daughter of Sidney & Matt Bragiel was born on September 25, 2016.
Wedding
The flowers on the Sanctuary altar are placed in honor of Rebecca Claire Barganier & Tom Tartt Brown, III who were united in holy matrimony on October 1
st.
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