Weekday Preschool
Preschool Registration Has Started!
We would love to have your child(ren) be a part of our preschool family! The deadlines for registration are January 20 (currently enrolled), January 23 (church enrollment), and January 24 (community enrollment). Registration forms can be downloaded here. If you have any questions or would like a tour, please contact Linsey Jarrett, Director, linsey@athensfirstumc.org or Kasay Rabon, Assistant Director, kasay@athensfirstumc.org, or 706-543-2427.
Discipleship and Missions
January Agape
From January 16 to 31, take your gently used coats and jackets to Masada Leather and Outdoor (238 E. Clayton St., Athens, www.masadaleather.com) and receive $10 off your next purchase of $50 or more (coupon is also valid during their annual winter sale). All useful coats and jackets will be given to those in need in our local community. Your donation will help keep folks warm this winter. This is a joint effort of Athens FUMC Missions and Masada Leather and Outdoor. If you have questions, please contact John Page, johnp@athensfirstumc.org
Souper Suppers
Souper Suppers have begun, and your help is needed! Souper Suppers are a hot meal that is served every Thursday to folks in our community. Your family, class or group can volunteer to cook and serve the meal, interact and talk with our guests, and clean up. Souper Suppers are on Thursdays in January through April in Hancock Hall, 5:00-6:30 p.m. Contact Glenda Greenhaw, ggreenha@yahoo.com, for more information or to volunteer.
From January 16 to 31, take your gently used coats and jackets to Masada Leather and Outdoor (238 E. Clayton St., Athens, www.masadaleather.com) and receive $10 off your next purchase of $50 or more (coupon is also valid during their annual winter sale). All useful coats and jackets will be given to those in need in our local community. Your donation will help keep folks warm this winter. This is a joint effort of Athens FUMC Missions and Masada Leather and Outdoor. If you have questions, please contact John Page, johnp@athensfirstumc.org
Souper Suppers
Souper Suppers have begun, and your help is needed! Souper Suppers are a hot meal that is served every Thursday to folks in our community. Your family, class or group can volunteer to cook and serve the meal, interact and talk with our guests, and clean up. Souper Suppers are on Thursdays in January through April in Hancock Hall, 5:00-6:30 p.m. Contact Glenda Greenhaw, ggreenha@yahoo.com, for more information or to volunteer.
Women's Ministry: Renee Swope, A Confident Heart
Don't miss Renee Swope of Proverb 31 Ministries who will be the featured speaker for the 2012 AFUMC Women's Ministry Kick-Off event. The day will be filled with Renee's teaching from her new book, A Confident Heart, as well as worship, topical breakout sessions, lunch, and fellowship. The event will be held in Hancock Hall, 8:30 - 3:00, and the cost is $10 (includes lunch and materials). Register today online or by phone 706-543-1442. Contact Julie Caldwell, jpowell@negia.net with questions. Join us on Facebook: Athens First United Methodist Women's Ministry.
Register and pay online here
Register online and pay via cash/check here
Men's Retreat
This year's Men's Retreat is February 17-19. Our featured speaker will be Joe Gibbs (NFL, NASCAR) via video, as well as other high profile men. Join us in Toccoa for a great weekend; cost $150. Contact Mason McWhorter, masonmc@bellsouth.net or Ryan Brinson, ryanbrinson@hotmail.com for more information.
The registration deadline is January 27.
Register and pay online here
Register and pay in person here
Don't miss Renee Swope of Proverb 31 Ministries who will be the featured speaker for the 2012 AFUMC Women's Ministry Kick-Off event. The day will be filled with Renee's teaching from her new book, A Confident Heart, as well as worship, topical breakout sessions, lunch, and fellowship. The event will be held in Hancock Hall, 8:30 - 3:00, and the cost is $10 (includes lunch and materials). Register today online or by phone 706-543-1442. Contact Julie Caldwell, jpowell@negia.net with questions. Join us on Facebook: Athens First United Methodist Women's Ministry.
Register and pay online here
Register online and pay via cash/check here
Men's Retreat
This year's Men's Retreat is February 17-19. Our featured speaker will be Joe Gibbs (NFL, NASCAR) via video, as well as other high profile men. Join us in Toccoa for a great weekend; cost $150. Contact Mason McWhorter, masonmc@bellsouth.net or Ryan Brinson, ryanbrinson@hotmail.com for more information.
The registration deadline is January 27.
Register and pay online here
Register and pay in person here
Fellowship Announcements
Senior Fun
Anyone 55 and older is invited to join the Senior Fun Group! They will meet January 26 at 12:30 p.m. for a delicious lunch and entertaining program. The cost is $6. Please R.S.V.P. to the church office by noon on Monday, January 23.
Pictorial Directories Are In
The pictorial directories are in! If you had your picture taken, please pick up your copy from the church office Monday-Friday, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Bible Study and Learning Options
C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters Study
Join the Pathfinders Sunday School Class for a 7-week study of C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters beginning Sunday, January 15. The class meets in Room 256 at 10:00 a.m. All materials provided. Each week's lesson stands alone. Join us for any part of the study you like.