Updated 2/18/08
A Word From The Pastor......
Over two decades ago the United Methodist Men of Buford built a small chapel at the Holiday Marina (near the entrance of Lake Lanier Islands) for the purpose of having weekly worship services during the warm months of the year. A Chapel Board of Directors was formed to develop the ministry as an Ecumenical Ministry. Since its inception people from various denominations of the Christian Faith have gathered for worship and for witness at the “Lanier Chapel” at Holiday Marina. Many couples have united in Holy Matrimony beneath the beautiful arches of the Lanier Chapel. The ministry of the Lanier Chapel has been wonderful!
The Chapel Board met recently for the purpose of planning the 2008 season of Worship. A decision was made to begin the Chapel Services on Memorial Day Weekend (May 25, 2008) and conclude services on the weekend after Labor Day (September 7, 2008). The services will begin at 9:00 AM. and last approximately, 45 minutes. Speakers from the area will share each week along with a program of music that will inspire. I write to encourage your support of the Lanier Chapel.
If you desire to attend Worship at the Lanier Chapel then you need to be aware of the following items. Drive to the Guard Post at the entrance to the Holiday Marina near the entrance to Lake Lanier Islands. Tell the guard that you are going to the Chapel Service. They will allow you to proceed and you should drive to the first parking lot to your left or the first parking lot on the right. The chapel sits atop the hill to your left after you go past the parking lot on your left. Simply park your car and walk up the hill. A sign marking the Chapel walkway will be on your left. If you wish to contribute (financially) to Buford First UMC while attending the chapel service please mark your offering accordingly, otherwise the offerings will go to support the work of the Lanier Chapel.
A few times each year I go and preach at the Chapel service. Every time I go I am blessed by worshipping in the open-air Chapel. I hope that you will visit the Chapel this summer. This is a good time and place to invite your friends, neighbors, co-workers, etc… so that your Christian Witness can be strong.
Please remember, call me, if you need me.
Sincerely,
Gerry
Young At Heart.....
February 7th was Game Day – Fun was had by all! Lots of fun, fellowship & learning something new!
On Feb. 19th, 28 Young at Hearts signed up to go to the play in Gainesville called, “A Flea in Her Ear”. What a great turn out!
If you would like to visit the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Temple (Hindu) Lilburn, GA,. We will be going March 18th at 9:00a.m. with lunch at Dominick’s Little Italy in Lawrenceville. Check out the website: www.swaminarayan.org/globalnetwork/america/index.htm for more information on the temple.
In April watch for news about the trip to the Georgia Aquarium that is in the planning stages.
YAH has been growing and has lots of new members. Come on out and see what all the excitement is about!
March 16 Palm Sunday
8:45 AM and 11:00 AM
Both Services will feature a choir anthem Assisted by Carole Smiley
on violin.
our church family and songs by
our children’s choirs.
March 21 Tenebrae Service
7:00 PM
by our youth choir and chancel choir
as well as a 15 minute drama entitled
“Have You Seen My Son?” Communion will also be offered.
March 23 Easter Sunday
6:30 AM
Ecumenical Sunrise Service Presentation Pointe at Lake Lanier
Services at Buford First UMC
8:30 AM, 9:45 AM and 11:00 AM
Classes for 6th grade and older
February 24th is
Confirmation
Kick-Off in the sanctuary at 10:00am
This is a great way for you to learn about God, yourself, and the church. Suzanne Clegg will be teaching the class with some help from Rev. Davis. We will use the Claim the Name curriculum published by Cokesbury, and will discuss God, Jesus, Communion, Baptism, The Holy Spirit, Worship and other faith related topics. See Suzanne Clegg to register by February 3rd.
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Join the Hiking Club – We’re going to enjoy a guided hike into the protected nature preserve area at Panola Mountain in southeast Atlanta on March 8. Panola Mountain is a 100 acre granite mountain and shelters many rare plants of the Piedmont Region. Space is limited so call Sue Jones at 770-932-2202 or email at skj55@charter.net if you are interested. We would love to have you join us.
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Spring Yard Sale to benefit the Youth Trip to
Appalachia this summer!
The Youth will have a Huge Yard Sale on Saturday, May 17th, at the Adams House and we need your donations! Please donate gently used items that have a good chance of selling. You can drop items off at the Adams House now, or have us come to your home to pick up the donations. Please call Suzanne Clegg (770-945-7438) to schedule a drop off Or a pick up.
Junior High and Senior High
Feb. 29-March 2
Balance of $50.00 due Feb. 24. Youth will have an opportunity to raise funds in February We had such a great time at SLR last year and it will be even better this year! GO WITH US!
SLR is a great place for youth groups from any size church to come and meet Christ face to face. This weekend at Camp Glisson in Dahlonega is a great weekend. We stay in nice cabins and eat in a dining hall. We worship in the gym and play games in a field. We walk to see a waterfall and we meet in small groups with some of our youth, and some youth from other churches. Sign up soon!
Methodist Church
Tot to Teen Spring 2008
Consignment Sale is Coming!
March 7 – 8, 2008
To register as a seller, contact
Beth at dalebeth1@comcast.net
Or 770-402-2473
Sellers must call before March 4th to schedule a check-in appointment. The Seller Packet will be on the website at www.bfumc.com or call
Louise at
678-442-6693.
Children’s News
All children are invited to the Easter Egg Hunt on March 22 at 2:00pm. Parents are asked to donate 12 stuffed plastic eggs for each child attending. It will be held at the Garrett’s farm. We will have pictures with the Easter bunny, prize eggs, and more! Come on out for lots of fun.
During the Sunday morning services on Easter, the children will be decorating a cross at the front of the Sanctuary with flowers Please have your children bring a couple of flowers to help us fill our Easter with beauty and life.
Don’t forget Wonderful Wednesdays and Vacation Bible School are coming up! Mark your calendars now for Wednesdays in June, and July 14-18!
In Christ,
Heather
The youth have a creative way for you to surprise a loved one on their birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion! We have a set of beautifully painted wooden flowers we will place in your yard for a donation. The flowers are “staked” into the ground for a festive display. Order Flower Power, by calling Suzanne Clegg at the church office!