3rd Sunday of Advent
Isaiah 35:1-10 | James 5:7-10
Matthew 11:2-11 | Luke 1:46b-55
The Lord's Highway
Joy Sunday says it all. The third Sunday of Advent is marked by the pink- or rose-colored candle in the wreath in many traditions. It is the one where we are reminded of the news that shall be a great joy to all people—the news that Emmanuel is born, God with us. And we stand in the promise even today, even here, in this place, in your place – God is with you.
There can be no greater joy than that.
Come Join Us!
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We Aim to be Open and Welcoming
Even to the Smallest People...
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In the back of the sanctuary, we have children's bulletins, paper, crayons, and books for children to use during worship.
We also have a moment in worship that is child-friendly called "Wondering Time." Anyone who wishes to get a closer view during our time to wonder about things is welcome to come sit on the front pew.
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Readers for Christmas Eve Service
I am in need of several readers for the Christmas Eve Service. If you are available and would like to participate, email [email protected].
The Offering on Christmas Eve will go to the Heifer Project.
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*For corrections, additions, or updates to the calendar,
email [email protected]
Sunday Morning Small Group 9:30
Sunday Morning Worship 10:30
Sunday Evening Worship (Sudanese) 5:30
Church Council Meeting -
Minutes from the Sept 18th Church Council meeting can be seen here.
Tuesday Conversations with the Pastor - Tuesdays @ 2:00 - 3:30
No meeting on December, 27
Hymn Sing - Tuesdays @ 7:00 - Is taking a break till after the holidays.
Wednesday Book Study - Wednesdays @ 6:00
Not a Silent Night: Mary Looks Back to Bethlehem, by Adam Hamilton
No meetings on Dec 28 and Jan 4
Christmas Eve Service - December 24 @ 5:00
Christmas Day Service - Sunday, December 25 @ 10:00
After the presents have been unwrapped and before you need to get Christmas dinner in the oven... join us for a time of lessons and carols.
Worship will be from 10:00 - 11:00. Dress casually. No Sunday School.
New Year's Day Service - Sunday, January 1 @ 10:30
Shall we have Sunday School? Once the class decides, I will post it here.
Fifth Sunday Fellowship - January 29, following worship
We will have chili and hotdogs for lunch with a time of questions and answers about Green Meadow.
Weekly 12-Step Group:
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Something More than Free NA: 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays
Weekly Groups:
- Sunday Morning Small Group 9:30 am
Adult Bible Study - The Book of Genesis, William Barclay
- Tuesday Conversations 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Drop in for tea or coffee with the pastor. See below for the monthly schedule.
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Tuesday Evening Sing-Along 7:00 pm
Our goal is to work toward putting a church choir together. Join us for singing and fellowship as we grow together.
- Wednesday Evening Book Studies 6:00 pm
For the full church calendar, click here
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One year of reading through the Bible together with the whole conference begins Sunday. Bookmarks with May and June's reading plan can be found at the entryway table.
If you are not already a subscriber to the "Daily Devotionals" and would like to receive the daily "Read Together" email, subscribe here. This sends the scripture straight to you inbox every morning.
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Sunday Morning Small Group
Our small group study meets at 9:30 on Sundays, and this 13-week study will be led by Glenda Eastridge
Genesis, A Story of God's Promises:
The Crowning Point in Creation, The Original Sin, God's Promise of Deliverance, God's Covenant Promis, The Amazing Call of God. Faith Counts as Righteousness, Against All Odds, The Ultimate Test, Jacob and Esau, God Revealed, Striving with God, An Act of Consecration, and Passing of the Faith.
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Coffee/Tea with the Pastor
Come have casual conversations with the pastor on Tuesday afternoons. Open to everyone. We will begin in the library portion of the pastor's office and move to the Sunday School room if need be.
Tuesday, Dec 20 @ 2:00
Tuesday, Dec 27 @ 2:00 - No meeting
Tuesday, Jan 3 @ 2:00
Tuesday, Jan 10 @ 2:00
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This is a relaxed time of fellowship as we work on enhancing our music for Sunday morning worship.
We Will take a break until after the holidays.
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I have subscribed to this for our church and would like to share this information with you! This site has all of Applified Media's Videos that go with all of their book studies, Bible studies, Kids resources, daily devotionals as well as Bible Basics videos, N.T Wright teachings, The Great Courses Bible videos. This resource can be used either by an individual or in groups. To access this free to you resource, go to amplifymedia.com and create an account using this access code: TCYX
To learn more about this resource and how to sign in and create your account:
amplifymedia.com/resource-center/getting-started Access Code: TCYX
If you still have trouble setting up an account, let me know and I will help you, Jennifer
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Digital Ministry Team
If you would like to serve on the Digital ministry team either running PowerPoint or recording the worship service, email Jennifer @greenmeadowpastor
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We invite all women to join in our purpose "to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church. We are turning “faith, hope and love into action on behalf of women, children and youth around the world.”
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UWF 2022 Program Schedule | |
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Healing and Joy on Our Journey to God
Meetings currently are held at 6 p.m. on the third Monday of the month.
Often we meet via Zoom
If you would like to attend, you can either email Glenda or Pastor Jennifer.
DEC 19 Pledge to Mission Service
For the full Unit and District schedule, click here.
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From Dianne: If you know of families with inadequate heating, please let them know that they can receive a free space heater this winter through the Lucille Cassidy Fund. We are also giving out $50 Aldi grocery gift cards to families or seniors who are having trouble making ends meet. They need only ask, by calling the Salvation Army office at 865-983-7135.
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Green Meadow UMC Volunteer Coordinator: Glenda Eastridge
Shelter Rotation: Delayed for now
Shelter Case Manager: Ciara Humphrey, who can be emailed at [email protected] or text/call at (865) 233-8284.
Upcoming weeks of commitment:
Jan. 8-15
March 26-April 2
June 11-18
Sept. 2-10
Nov. 19-26
Current Occupancy
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Static Shelter: 2 adults, 3 children
- One family has officially moved to the Transitional Housing Program!
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On the last Sunday of each month, we pass the Blessing Bucket and share a blessing and an offering. These connectional ministries help our understanding that congregations can do more together to transform the world for the sake of Jesus Christ.To see 2022's full list click here: | |
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Our United Methodist Social Principles remind us,
"We affirm that all creation belongs to God.... Human beings,
nonhuman animals, plants, and other sentient and nonsentient beings participate in the community of creation, and their flourishing depends upon the care of all God's creation."
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Tips for December 2022
Christmas lights are symbols of the Light that came into the world with the birth of Christ. Enjoy them and use LED’s wherever you can to take care of the world that Jesus lit up with his presence.
Christmas-shop without plastic bags. We’ve been learning to take our own reusable bags to the grocery store. The same principle works in retail stores. Carry in your own bags, politely decline the store’s plastic ones, and tell the clerks you are cutting down on single-use plastic. It’s your gift to the planet.
Use and reuse gift bags rather than wrapping paper. While it might be fun to rip and tear into a wrapped present, the fancy paper itself is most likely to be laminated with plastic, foil, glitter, or other non-paper materials that contaminate a recycle bin. So, go for the bags!
Give Fair Trade presents this Christmas. Buying Fair Trade provides the creators—farmers, laborers, and artisans—fair prices and stable incomes, reduces poverty, betters working conditions, and promotes environmentally sustainable practices. It’s a just and good deal for all! If you like coffee, explore the Velasquez Family Coffee website (vfamilycoffee.com). There is a United Methodist connection there!
Give presence, not just presents. Give an adventure, an experience that can be shared, talked about, and remembered long after the usual “stuff “has been covered over in the landfill.
If you are caught in the dilemma of plastic versus cut versus live and want to make the Christmas tree tradition more ecofriendly, go for an artistic one made of wood. Scroll through these possibilities. Enjoy the creativity of the artisans and the simplicity of a “tree” that is natural, easy care, and long-lasting.
Give a JeltBelt. Stylish and stretchy, the belts are made from recycled plastic bottles. This gift holds up and cleans up too. Support a company that cares for the earth and give the recipients of your gift something to think about and talk about.
In the U.S. alone, coffee drinkers throw away 50 billion coffee cups every year! The Zero Waste Store has a sustainable solution—a reusable glass coffee cup with a grab-band of natural cork upcycled from wine corks.
Invite the children to make decorations for Christmas. Show them how to cut snowflakes from recycled paper or create a collage or ornaments by using greeting cards from a previous year. Encourage them to find joy in reusing rather than trashing. The learning will carry on past the holidays.
Cut down on holiday food waste, which is a key driver of climate change. Send leftovers home with guests after a gathering. Take your own takeout container when you meet friends for a dinner out. Compost. These simple actions show you care for the earth, for your family and friends, and for all who are and will be affected by climate change.
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Looking for ways to enhance your personal study time?
Here are some places to start.
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Sunday, December 11, 2022
Sunday School 9
Worship 35
Sunday Offering $1342
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Bonnie West: prayers for friend Janice Braun, who has been placed on hospice care.
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Bonnie West: prayers for step-brother-in-law Justin Woods receiving treatments for cancer.
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Julie Hamilin: Prayers for her father Lewis, healing from a fall.
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Buzz Trexler: Prayers for healing from ankle surgery.
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Carol Green: John Eldridge, former Holston Conference Chancellor, is suffering from an undiagnosed ailment.
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Cathy Kudick: Please continue to keep their niece, Jill Corpuz, in our prayers. Jill is on a new chemo treatment, and an MRI will be done in 8 weeks.
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Carol Green: Amy says Kay is fading. She wakes up alert with stories and questions but then confusion reigns. Prayers and cards are welcomed. c/o Amy Dillard Pohlman, 5695 Kenyon Trail, Noblesville, IN 46062-6993
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Ginny West Case: Please pray for the Probst family. Chris has Cirrhosis of the liver and a vascular disease that causes blood clots. Anna Grace has fibromyalgia and lots of pain. Callie has a heart condition.
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Ginny West Case: cousin Middleton Reagon has a tumor on his kidney.
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Karen Mathas: Keep Lynae Wyngate in prayer for healing from surgery on her foot.
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Susan and Margaret: request prayers for their cousin, Jan Hull, who is beginning treatment again for cancer that has returned.
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Harry Ailey: If you would like to send him cards of encouragement, you can send them care of Anita Walker @ 1106 Laurel Court, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
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Tracy Gormley: her nephew Josh Gildrie and his wife Amy. Josh, has undergone a heart transplant.
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Hilde Phipps: 6- year-old Chance has completed his chemo treatments and is back home (and has started school!). Please keep him in your prayers for continued healing.
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Julie Hamilin: continued prayers for Tim Kopf's sobriety.
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