Thank you from the Thaxton family
 
We want to thank you all so much for a wonderfully welcoming first Sunday for our family. Between the handshakes, hugs, fried chicken, and all the banana pudding we can handle, this has been hospitality at its best. Thank you for showing us the love of Christ. Your generosity and graciousness made our family feel so welcomed into the Cokes Chapel Family. We hope to see you again on Sunday as we join together in worship.
 
In faith, hope, and love,
Rev. Carson Thaxton, Kathryn, Kara, Charlotte, and Caden
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                      Worship

            Sunday, July 18th in the Sanctuary

                          10:00 a.m. Worship

                   Scripture:  Ephesians 2:11-22

                     Sermon:  “One New Humanity” 

                                 –  Pastor Carson Thaxton –
                   

Thursday, July 15           – 10:00 am – UMW Meeting – FH 
Sunday, July 18              – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
                                         – 11:30 am Trustee Meeting – FH after worship
Monday, July 19              – 7:00 pm – Choir Practice
Wednesday, July 21       – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH
                                         – 6:30 Childcare Board Meeting – WC
Sunday, July 25              – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
Monday, July 26              – 7:00 pm – Choir Practice
Wednesday, July 28       – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH
Sunday, August 1           – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
Monday, August 2          – 7:00 pm – Choir Practice
Wednesday, August 4    – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH
                                         – 7:00 pm – Outreach Meeting – FH
Saturday, August 7         – 8:30 am – UMM Breakfast Meeting – FH
Sunday, August 8           – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
Monday, August 9           – 7:00 pm – Choir Practice
Wednesday, August 11   – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH
Saturday, August 14       – 6:00 pm – Southern Picnic and Silent Auction – FH
Sunday, August 15         – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary

Location abbreviations
FH – Fellowship Hall
WC – Worship Center
S – Sanctuary

Trustees will be meeting on Sunday, July 18th after Worship in the Fellowship Hall.

               Mark your calendars!!

          
     
                 Southern Picnic and Silent Auction

                          Saturday, August 14, 2021 – 6:00 pm

All proceeds will benefit our missionaries –  the Earles in Italy, the Haddens in South Dakota, and the Houles in Thailand

If you have items – a “like-new” item, a “place” to share (at the beach, the lake, mountains, or other fun spot), or anything else you think would be a good addition to our auction – please let us know. 
Contact Betsy Bagley or any other Outreach Committee member.

ebbagley@gmail.com

United Methodist Women (UMW):

UMW will meet on Thursday morning July 15th at 10 AM in the Fellowship Hall.  Members are reminded to read chapter 2 in our study book.  We agreed at the last meeting to conduct a group discussion on the content.  We will meet for fun, food and fellowship at Big Joes after the meeting.  All women are invited.  We will invite Pastor Carson to attend this meeting to introduce him to our group.

UMW would like to thank the members of the congregation for their contributions to the celebration events over the last month.  You are all greatly appreciated!

United Methodist Men (UMM):

UMM will meet on Saturday morning August 7th at 8:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall.  

The Cokes Chapel United Methodist Men’s fellowship includes ALL the men in the church, so if you haven’t received a UMM meeting update from me please email Cliff Seyler at cliffcfc14@gmail.com and I’ll add you to the list. Thank you!

Growing Our Faith…

Financial Snapshot for July, 2021
Monthly projected operating funds needed: $21,783
Actual operating funds collected as of July 14:  $17,434.29

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

We appreciate everyone’s extra giving toward the “catch up” offering!  Your extra giving will help us as we enter into this new chapter together with our new Pastor.  Our total  deposit to the General Fund (tithes + catch up) for Sunday, July 11th was $11,730.  Your generosity and support of Cokes Chapel are truly a blessing!  Thanks be to God!

Thank you for your ongoing support of the ministries of Cokes Chapel!  We are honored you would bless the Lord’s work with your generosity!   

Nancy Vermilyea, Finance Chair

Visit our website: cokeschapel.org to give regularly or make a one time gift.
 

The Prayer Team has returned to in-person gatherings.  We meet at 5:00 pm on Wednesday nights in the Fellowship Hall.  If the Fellowship Hall is in use we will meet in the Eubanks Classroom.  Please join us!

                    Questions? Contact Debbie Carter at debbiecarter30263@charter.net
 

Cokes Chapel was blessed by another eagle project this weekend by Scout Dylan Thomas. This project basically removed the barrier of debris between the traditional cemetery and the unmarked cemetery, provided space for a cross shaped post for a historical marker type sign, and cleared a pathway down the center.  Scouts and volunteers also removed all of the large branches and debris in the unmarked cemetery area.  There are 2 more scouts that have planned projects at Cokes Chapel in the future. One to repair and clean the gazebo, the other to add 23 more crosses to mark the other graves. 

PRAYER TEAM

Cokes Chapel Prayer Team is praying for you. Your requests, concerns, and praises are important to us. Please let us know if you need anything or have a special prayer request. I am available and happy to pray with you by telephone or just be a listening ear. Please join us in daily praying for God to heal our world. Claim it in the powerful name of Jesus Christ and give thanks to God for all things. Contact Debbie at DebbieCarter30263@charter.net or 678-233-4980. 
 

IN OUR HEARTS & PRAYERS
Please help us keep our prayer list updated by contacting Debbie Carter to add or remove names. Current usually remains on the prayer list for 2 weeks unless you advise us. Ongoing Prayer list is for long term prayer needs.

CURRENT

Beverly Savage – cousin of Brenda Hanes
Terry Coggins – brother of Vivian Snyder
Ella Ross
Larry Carter
Kevin Benson – brother of Lori Benson
Clayton Smith
Roger Harkins
Jennie Underwood

ONGOING PRAYERS

Pastor Wayne Ellis
Mick Moore
Margie Jones Family – daughters Betsy & Nancy
Kaye Beam
Elaine Lassiter
Jeff Kemmerer (Sherrie Kemmerer’s husband and Sandra Oliver’s son-in-law)
Stan Smith, Marcia Smith’s husband
Jerry Freeman

Let us join in prayer together:  
God we come to give you our thanks and praise.  At the beginning of each day may we turn to You for wisdom, strength and hope.  As we go about our day we pray for Your guidance in our decisions, help us to see with Your compassion and wisdom.  In each action, may we grow in service, giving with faith in God’s power to complete all things for God’s glory. 
Lord we pray for ourselves, for our church, community and world.  We face difficulties, whether in our personal life or in being aware of the sorrows and challenges of the world community.  You are our only hope, our stay in times of trouble, the light that surrounds us with love that changes all circumstances.
Form us with your love, teach us to mindfully embrace opportunities to bring light and Your message of hope.  We love you Lord! Amen.

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Sunday, July 4                – NO SUNDAY SCHOOL THIS WEEK 
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
Monday, July 5               –  Church Office Closed – July 4th Holiday 
Wednesday, July 7         – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH 
Sunday, July 11              – Rev. Carson Thaxton’s First Sunday 
                                         – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
                                         – Welcome Celebration/Lunch for Pastor Carson
                                              immediately following worship in the WC
                                         – 4-7 pm Youth Group Pool Party @ Smith Home
Wednesday, July 14       – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH
Thursday, July 15           – 10:00 am – UMW Meeting – FH 
Sunday, July 18              – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
Wednesday, July 21       – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH
                                         – 6:30 Childcare Board Meeting – WC
Sunday, July 25              – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
Wednesday, July 28       – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH
Sunday, August 1           – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
Wednesday, August 3    – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH
                                         – 7:00 pm – Outreach Meeting – FH
Saturday, August 7         – 7:00 am – UMM Breakfast Meeting – FH
Sunday, August 8           – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
Wednesday, August 11   – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH
Saturday, August 14       – 6:00 pm – Southern Picnic and Silent Auction – FH
Sunday, August 15         – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary

Location abbreviations
FH – Fellowship Hall
WC – Worship Center
S – Sanctuary

               Mark your calendars!!

          
     
                 Southern Picnic and Silent Auction

                          Saturday, August 14, 2021 – 6:00 pm

All proceeds will benefit our missionaries –  the Earles in Italy, the Haddens in South Dakota, and the Houles in Thailand

If you have items – a “like-new” item, a “place” to share (at the beach, the lake, mountains, or other fun spot), or anything else you think would be a good addition to our auction – please let us know. 
Contact Betsy Bagley or any other Outreach Committee member.

ebbagley@gmail.com

United Methodist Women (UMW):

UMW will meet on Thursday morning July 15th at 10 AM in the fellowship hall.

Growing Our Faith…

Financial Snapshot for June, 2021
Monthly projected operating funds needed: $21,783
Actual operating funds collected as of June 16: $16,429.29

Thank you for your ongoing support of the ministries of Cokes Chapel!  We are honored you would bless the Lord’s work with your generosity!   

Nancy Vermilyea, Finance Chair

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

 “Real Tomato Catsup?”

You can tell the difference if its real or not. Runny discolored “catsup” served with lunch probably won’t be up to your standards. Currently, the expenses and income have not been up to the standards that our budget proposed for 2021.  Complications of Pandemic, shortfalls and personal circumstances all have played a part.  However, now is an important time for everyone to take part.  Typically summer will show a drop in giving – won’t you help by

1) giving above your regular tithe, or catch-up your giving that perhaps lagged behind due to not attending worship? 

2) even when you are not here, make arrangements to give regularly.  See our online giving for more information.

Your Catch – UP Will make a difference!  Help Pastor Carson arrive at Cokes and be freed from the stress and complications of shortfalls in giving.  Give because you can, because you can’t out give God.  God is at work in you through Cokes Chapel! Thank you!

Visit our website: cokeschapel.org to give regularly or make a one time gift.

The Prayer Team has returned to in-person gatherings.  We meet at 5:00 pm on Wednesday nights in the Fellowship Hall.  If the Fellowship Hall is in use we will meet in the Eubanks Classroom.  Please join us!

                    Questions? Contact Debbie Carter at debbiecarter30263@charter.net

MINISTRY MESSAGE:  INTER-GENERATIONAL & YOUTH MINISTRY, June 30, 2021:  
 
In Inter-generational Ministry, everyone is welcome as the Inter-generational Sunday School Class gathers in-person before worship each week in the Worship Center from 8:40-9:40 AM.  In this month’s unit we are exploring the ways that God revealed God’s self as evidenced in the Bible:  through self-declaration, quietness, visions, love, and most importantly, Jesus.  This coming Sunday, July 4th, the class will study Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 and discuss how God’s revelation is not bound by our narrow expectations.
 
A Youth Group Pool Party is planned for Sunday, July 11^th at the home of Arianna and Brian Smith from 4:00-7:00 pm.  The youth and their families are invited to attend this party as a farewell to Kim Reindl.  Please RSVP by July 7th to Arianna Smith at 770-715-3230 or amsmith90@yahoo.com.  The party is being hosted by the Smiths, Simpsons, and McCallies.
 
 

PRAYER TEAM

Cokes Chapel Prayer Team is praying for you. Your requests, concerns, and praises are important to us. Please let us know if you need anything or have a special prayer request. I am available and happy to pray with you by telephone or just be a listening ear. Please join us in daily praying for God to heal our world. Claim it in the powerful name of Jesus Christ and give thanks to God for all things. Contact Debbie at DebbieCarter30263@charter.net or 678-233-4980. 
 

IN OUR HEARTS & PRAYERS
Please help us keep our prayer list updated by contacting Debbie Carter to add or remove names. Current usually remains on the prayer list for 2 weeks unless you advise us. Ongoing Prayer list is for long term prayer needs.

CURRENT

Ella Ross
Pat Steed King
Larry Carter
Kevin Benson – brother of Lori Benson
Clayton Smith
Floyd Collins
Roger Harkins
Jenni Underwood

ONGOING PRAYERS

Pastor Wayne Ellis
Mick Moore
Margie Jones Family – daughters Betsy & Nancy
Kaye Beam
Elaine Lassiter
Jeff Kemmerer (Sherrie Kemmerer’s husband and Sandra Oliver’s son-in-law)
Stan Smith, Marcia Smith’s husband
Jerry Freeman

Let us join in prayer together:  
God we come to give you our thanks and praise.  At the beginning of each day may we turn to You for wisdom, strength and hope.  As we go about our day we pray for Your guidance in our decisions, help us to see with Your compassion and wisdom.  In each action, may we grow in service, giving with faith in God’s power to complete all things for God’s glory. 
Lord we pray for ourselves, for our church, community and world.  We face difficulties, whether in our personal life or in being aware of the sorrows and challenges of the world community.  You are our only hope, our stay in times of trouble, the light that surrounds us with love that changes all circumstances.
Form us with your love, teach us to mindfully embrace opportunities to bring light and Your message of hope.  We love you Lord! Amen.

Our mailing address is:

Sunday, June 27             – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
                                         – Hot dog lunch with ice cream & cake for Kim
                                              Reindl immediately following worship – in FH or
                                               Pavillion
Tuesday, June 29           –  7:00 pm Church Council Meeting – WC
Wednesday, June 30      – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH 
                                         – 7:00 pm – Outreach Meeting – FH
Sunday, July 4                – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
Wednesday, July 7         – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH 
Sunday, July 11              – Rev. Carson Thaxton’s First Sunday 
                                         – 8:40 am Intergenerational Sunday School – WC
                                         – 10:00 am Worship in Sanctuary
                                         – Welcome Celebration/Lunch for Pastor Carson
                                              immediately following worship in the WC
Wednesday, July 14       – 5:00 pm – Prayer Team – FH 

Location abbreviations
FH – Fellowship Hall
WC – Worship Center
S – Sanctuary

Mission Dinner/Silent Auction – coming August 14, 2021

If you have items – a “like-new” item, a “place” to share (at the beach, the lake, mountains, or other fun spot), or anything else you think would be a good addition to our auction – please let us know. 
Contact Betsy Bagley or any other Outreach Committee member.

ebbagley@gmail.com

United Methodist Women (UMW):

UMW will meet on Thursday morning July 15th at 10 AM in the fellowship hall.

Growing Our Faith…

Financial Snapshot for June, 2021
Monthly projected operating funds needed: $21,783
Actual operating funds collected as of June 16: $12,849.29

Thank you for your ongoing support of the ministries of Cokes Chapel!  We are honored you would bless the Lord’s work with your generosity!   

Nancy Vermilyea, Finance Chair

– – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – –

 “Things You Can Do With Catsup” 
 

We think it’s for embellishing eating… but wait! There is more!  Look at what can be done with catsup according to Taste of Home: “So it’s no surprise that ketchup—packed with citric acid and vinegar—can help you clean, too. Find out how this condiment can do your home wonders.

Clean copper, brass, silver, stainless steel… leave overnight on stuck on foods, rusty garden tools and rusty cast iron. Finally – after washing your car, it is suggested that you use catsup on a soft cloth to bring shine to the finish.”  note: None of these have been tested in my home! 

The Catch Up we are speaking of can do amazing things too! Bringing your catch up offering on July 11 will provide stability to the ministry of Cokes, speak volumes to your new pastor that you want to join in ministry with the focus on God, not on significant financial issues.  In other words, everyone together can provide a great beginning to the next chapter of Cokes Chapel. 

Won’t you pray, plan and be there on July 11 to welcome Pastor Carson and family with heart, hand, catch up giving and faith in what God is doing in and through the Cokes community?

Visit our website: cokeschapel.org to give regularly or make a one time gift.

The Prayer Team has returned to in-person gatherings.  We meet at 5:00 pm on Wednesday nights in the Fellowship Hall.  If the Fellowship Hall is in use we will meet in the Eubanks Classroom.  Please join us!

                    Questions? Contact Debbie Carter at debbiecarter30263@charter.net

MINISTRY MESSAGE:  INTER-GENERATIONAL & YOUTH MINISTRY, June 23, 2021:  
 
In Inter-generational Ministry, everyone is welcome as the Inter-generational Sunday School Class gathers in-person before worship each week in the Worship Center from 8:40-9:40 AM.  In this month’s unit we are exploring the ways that God revealed God’s self as evidenced in the Bible:  through self-declaration, quietness, visions, love, and most importantly, Jesus.  This coming Sunday, June 27th, we will study Luke 9:28-36 and discuss how God is perfectly revealed in Jesus.
 
God is at work all around us!  May we hold each other by heart and lift each other by prayer as we seek to follow in the way of Christ!  
 
With love, 
Kim 
(Kim Reindl, Director of Inter-generational, Youth & Children’s Discipleship; kim.reindl@gmail.com)

PRAYER TEAM

Cokes Chapel Prayer Team is praying for you. Your requests, concerns, and praises are important to us. Please let us know if you need anything or have a special prayer request. I am available and happy to pray with you by telephone or just be a listening ear. Please join us in daily praying for God to heal our world. Claim it in the powerful name of Jesus Christ and give thanks to God for all things. Contact Debbie at DebbieCarter30263@charter.net or 678-233-4980. 
 

IN OUR HEARTS & PRAYERS
Please help us keep our prayer list updated by contacting Debbie Carter to add or remove names. Current usually remains on the prayer list for 2 weeks unless you advise us. Ongoing Prayer list is for long term prayer needs.

CURRENT

Larry Carter
Kevin Benson – brother of Lori Benson
Clayton Smith
Floyd Collins
Roger Harkins
Jenni Underwood

ONGOING PRAYERS

Pastor Wayne Ellis
Mick Moore
Margie Jones Family – daughters Betsy & Nancy
Kaye Beam
Elaine Lassiter
Jeff Kemmerer (Sherrie Kemmerer’s husband and Sandra Oliver’s son-in-law)
Stan Smith, Marcia Smith’s husband
Jerry Freeman

Let us join in prayer together:  
God we come to give you our thanks and praise.  At the beginning of each day may we turn to You for wisdom, strength and hope.  As we go about our day we pray for Your guidance in our decisions, help us to see with Your compassion and wisdom.  In each action, may we grow in service, giving with faith in God’s power to complete all things for God’s glory. 
Lord we pray for ourselves, for our church, community and world.  We face difficulties, whether in our personal life or in being aware of the sorrows and challenges of the world community.  You are our only hope, our stay in times of trouble, the light that surrounds us with love that changes all circumstances.
Form us with your love, teach us to mindfully embrace opportunities to bring light and Your message of hope.  We love you Lord! Amen.