For Week of September 25, 2016

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.


This Sunday is
Gideon Sunday!

September 25   
 
Canterbury is proud to recognize Gideons International - an association of Christian business and professional men who distribute over 200,000 bibles a day to hotels, motels, hospitals, jails, and schools for military and emergency personnel. Gideons will be taking an offering as we leave church this Sunday. We encourage your support of this worthy cause that impacts lives for Christ in more than 190 countries all over the world.

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.


"Soul Keeping"

Sermon Series Concludes

Worship with us this Sunday as we complete our church-wide study on Soul Keeping. This series deals with getting ourselves equipped to tend to our interior lives. "We have been doing something almost countercultural as we have looked at our lives that are so easily overwhelmed," says Rev. Drew Clayton. We encourage you to dive even deeper into this subject through John Ortberg's book "Soul Keeping" available in the Adult Resource Center or at most major booksellers.

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 Bonheoffer's views contrast with other contemporary theologians and a final summary on facing our own modern issues. For further information contact Stephen Ingram at stephen.ingram@canterburyumc.org, 874-1542. You may register by calling Ellen Thomas at 874-1533 or online at   www.canterburyumc.org/canterbury-clarkcenter.

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 - 12:30, Free Admission, hosted by Canterbury and City Lights Ministries.


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.


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.

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 loisacaldwell@bellsouth.net.
Brown Bag Project at Canterbury

There is always a need for volunteers. If you've been wanting to get involved but wonder what you can do or how it will fit with your schedule - call Susan Dowdey at 874-1569. So many options!

Susan W. Dowdey, Director

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.

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 jbl628@bham.rr.com  
or Sam Williamson at 205-874-1540  or sam.williamson@canterburyumc.org.


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 brian.ward@canterburyumc.org or 972-213-6951.



Rev. Dale Cohen's Blog

Wesleyan Grace Reflections

Read weekly articles from our Senior Pastor, Rev. Dale Cohen by going to www.dalecohencanterbury.com.


Calendar of Events

For a detailed list of events at CUMC



Special Announcements
 

Thanksgiving for the Life of
Faith Shippey........................................... 9/15/16
Mimi Yarbro.............................................. 9/17/16
Howard Sisson......................................... 9/19/16

In Hospital/Rehab as of 09/21/16
Joyce Swisdak......................................... Grandview
   
Worship Service Schedule 
8:15 am ..........New Traditions Worship........  Chapel - Rev. Warren Nash
10:30 am ........Traditional Worship ............... Sanctuary - Rev. Dale Cohen
10:30 am ........Contemporary Worship.......... Canterbury Center - Rev. Drew Clayton
5:00 pm...........The WAY................................ Chapel - Mr. Brian Ward

Rose on the Altar
Charlotte Naramore, daughter of Katherine & Laney Naramore was born on September 18, 2016.

Contact:
Canterbury United Methodist Church
350 Overbrook Road
Mountain Brook, Alabama 35213 | 205.871.4695