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District Roundup
Abingdon: Emory & Henry will be one of four area colleges benefiting from a trust fund established by a couple owning land near Bristol Motor Speedway, the Bristol Herald Courier recently reported. Bill and Pearl Carrier didn't attend college, but wanted to ensure that more students could continue their education. E & H, East Tennessee State University, Milligan College, and Northeast Technical Community College could receive millions of dollars at the Carriers' death, according to the Herald Courier.
Big Stone Gap: Ed Nelson, pastor at Coeburn UMC, was one of 10 area ministers recently participating in the “Faster Pastor Race.” Sponsored by Lonesome Pine International Raceway, the contest is a fundraiser allowing ministers to keep 50 percent of proceeds from tickets they sell. Unfortunately, Nelson's car “overheated,” causing him to finish “a strong fifth.” (Nelson wasn't sure his congregation would buy his excuse). But anyway, he managed to raise $250 which will be used for poverty asssitance.
Chattanooga: The United Methodist Women of First Centenary UMC raised more than $3,000 by “arresting” 15 church leaders and members on a designated Friday and “locking them up” at the church. The prisoners were fingerprinted, photographed, fitted with a ball and chain (a black balloon and black ribbon), and forced to make license plates before being released to eat a special lunch. The money will be used for a mission trip to Red Bird Conference in Kentucky this month, according to UMW President Renee Hudson.
Cleveland: An original composition written 20 years ago by the Rev. Bill Boyd will be performed Sept. 27 in Jackson, La. “Song of the Felicianas” was written by Boyd, currrent pastor at St. Clair UMC, when he was earning his doctorate in musical composition at Lousiana State University. Directed by Boyd, the music will be performed by the Louisiana Symphony Orchestra before an expected audience of 2,000 to 3,000.
Johnson City: Leaders at Centenary UMC recently
approved a total $2,150 in scholarship money for 10 college
students attending the church. They also sent 14 children and
youth to Camp Buffalo Mountain last summer at a cost of
$3,440, the church newsletter reports.
Kingsport: While considering adding more praise music to its existing 11 a.m. worship or starting a new contemporary service, Mafair UMC recently surveyed members on their preferences. Ninety churchgoers said they would like to see more praise music added to the current service, reports Worship Chair Susan Rawlston. Twenty-five said they liked praise music but felt it should be used in a different service. Twentyfour said they didn't like praise music and preferred traditional music. Mafair has already begun to incorporate newer songs into the 11 a.m. service, Rawlston said.
Knoxville: On Oct. 19 at Cokesbury Center, the district is sponsoring a “Prayer Encounter” led by Martha Graybeal Rowlett of the California-Pacific Annual Conference. Cost is $20 including textbook and snack supper. The event begins at 2 p.m. Registration deadline is Oct. 10. Call (865) 470-7005 for more information.
Maryville: The Faithful Men, a singing group from Fairview UMC, are sponsoring a charity golf tournament to raise money for a Latvia mission. The golf tournament is a four-person “swat” format, held at Lambert Acres Golf Course in Maryville on Sept. 26 at 8 a.m. Entry fee is $75. Prizes totaling $2,000 will be awarded. To sign up, email or call (865) 681-7613. On a side note, the Faithful Men will be singing at a General Board of Global Ministries telethon in Nashville on Dec. 6. Stay tuned.
Morristown: Christ UMC recently sent a mission team of 11 – plus two missionaries – on a trip to Bradford, England. The team renovated the office and studio space for HCJB World Christian Radio, according to the Rev. Tim Bracken. The team also visited Epworth and many other sites. Christ UMC organizes mission trips every other year, Bracken said.
Oak Ridge: Beaver Ridge, Kingston and Bradbury UMC all sponsor “fifth quarter” gatherings for youth on home high school football game nights. Young people and their guests are encouraged to meet at the church for rides to the game and for snacks and activities afterwards.
Tazewell: On Sept. 21, First Richlands UMC held its annual tailgate party, where parishioners are invited to bring guests and encouraged to wear their favorite team colors. The Rev. David Brannock delivered a message, “We're Number One,” and the Richlands High School Band played. Worshippers gathered for a tailgate spread following the service.
Wytheville: Fifteen congregations were represented at the district's fall youth rally, held Sept. 14 at Pages Camp Meeting near Radford, Va. The 200 youth and counselors attending “U ‘Nite 2003” were treated to praise bands, games, pizza and a message from the Rev. Marvin Howard. “The night resulted in several recommitments by youth and adults and two first-time professions of faith,” reports Lindy Mann, district youth coordinator.
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