Men's Chorus from Ohio Northern University to perform at Bethlehem UMC, Saturday, February 24th,7:30 p.m.

The ONU Men’s Chorus from Ohio Northern University will be presenting their second annual spring concert tour from Thursday, February 22 to Sunday, March 4. This Saturday, February 24, they will be performing at Bethlehem United Methodist Church in Franklin at 7:30 PM . The 56-voice choir is under the direction of Professor Dennis L. Kratzer, Director of Choral Activities and Associate Director of Opera.

The 2007 spring tour will include church, high school and university concerts in Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia and Florida. Associate Conductor for the choir is Josh Voll, junior music education major from Bluffton, OH. Michael Oberhauser, senior music composition major from Maumee, OH and junior music performance major Adam VonAlmen from Lima, OH serve as Assistant Conductors. Accompanists for the choir are freshman engineering major Adam Fahncke from Wapakoneta, OH and music faculty member Mary Jane Eichelberger from Lima, OH.

Included in this year’s music will be Cox’s “Touching Shoulders”, spirituals “Shine On Me by Dilworth” and Thomas’ “Heaven”, Knecht’s “Manly Men”, “Lat All Men Sing” by Christopher, Cox’s “Praise Him” and “The Fear of the Lord”, “Who Are the Brave” and “The Awakening” by Martin, Farnell’s “She Walks in Beauty”, Biebl’s “Ave Maria” and Stroope’s “Dies Irae”. Fun selections include arrangements of “Barbara Ann”, “Goodnight Sweetheart” and “My Girl”. Traditions for the ensemble include Depue’s “Sing dem Herrn”, Grieg’s “Brothers Sing On” and the “ONU Hymn”.

One of their biggest presentations of the school year will be a combined concert with the 125 voice internationally known BGSU Men’s Chorus in ONU’s Freed Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, March 11 @ 4:00 p.m.

The ONU Men’s Chorus is one of the newest choral ensembles at the university. Another newly formed choir is the Women’s Chorus that is also performing both on and off campus this year. Professor Kratzer also directs the select touring mixed choir, The University Singers and the highly select vocal jazz ensemble, The Northernaires. Professor Kratzer is in his 30th year at the university and also serves as Director of Music at Market Street Presbyterian Church in Lima, OH as well as Director of the Lima Symphony Chorus. The choir will ask for a free will offering at the churches to help to defray costs of the tour.

Bethlehem UnitedMethodist Churchis located in the Grassland Community on the North endof Williamson County. To reach the church from Nashville go south on HillsboroPike to State Highway 46, turn right, then take your first left on BethlehemLoop. The church will be on your right. From I65 take Old Hickory Blvd West toHillsboro Pike, turn left and follow the same directions. For furtherinformation call Harry Robinson, Director of Music and Arts at Bethlehem615-415-0873.

Internationally Acclaimed Violinist to Perform Concert to Benefit Local Education Scholarships

February 25, 2007, Forest Hills United Methodist Church, 2:00 p.m.

Forest Hills United Methodist Church will present internationally acclaimed violinist, Annie Chalex Boyle in the second annual JubiLee Concert to be held February 25, 2007, at 2 p.m. She will be joined by pianist Leah Bowes to present works by Vivaldi, Beethoven, and Messiaen. Those who attend are also invited to a reception following the concert.

There is no charge for the concert, but there will be an opportunity for our guests to make a contribution to the JubiLee Scholarship Fund. This fund, set up in memory of Ms. Boyle’s aunt, Diane, and nieces, Allison and Amy Lee, awarded two $3,000 scholarships in 2006 to Nashville area students, and anticipates awarding four $3,000 scholarships in 2007. For more information concerning the JubiLee Scholarship Fund, please log on to http://www.jubileescholarships.org/.

The concert will be held at Forest Hills United Methodist Church, 1250 Old Hickory Blvd. Brentwood, TN. A nursery will be provided for young children.

Violinist Annie Chalex Boyle is internationally recognized as a chamber musician, soloist, and teacher. Most recently, she has performed as first violinist of the Harrington String Quartet, Concertmaster of the Amarillo Symphony, and was on the faculty at West Texas A&M University. Currently, Ms. Chalex Boyle is the violinist of Quartet-a-tete, a piano quartet comprised with violist Joanna Mendoza, cellist Jeffrey Lastrapes, and pianist David Palmer. She is also on the faculties of Midwest Young Artists and the Chicago Symphony Youth Orchestra, and maintains a private studio. Ms. Chalex Boyle received her Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Southern California with Robert Lipsett and her Master of Music degree from the Juilliard School with Robert Mann.

Ms. Boyle will be accompanied by pianist, Leah Bowes. Ms. Bowes holds degrees from Settlement Music School in Philadelphia where she was a pupil of Mme. Simon Barere and from the Curtis Institute of Music, where she studied with Rudolph Serkin. She was a Fulbright Scholar and studied in Paris, France. At the age of ten, Ms. Bowes performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra. She has been soloist with the Chautauqua Symphony, the New Orleans Symphony, and the New York Philharmonic. Ms. Bowes has given recitals in Philadelphia, New York and Paris. Ms. Bowes currently lives in the Nashville area where she performs with the Blair School of Music faculty, the Blair String Quartet and members of the Nashville Symphony. She also often can be heard on the “Live in Studio C” series or WPLN Radio.

Keeping the Rhythm In Wellness: Balancing Body, Mind and Spirit -- A Wellness Fair at Belmont United Methodist Churck, January 27, 2007

Keeping the Rhythm In Wellness: Balancing Body, Mind and Spirit
A Wellness Fair at Belmont United Methodist Church
Saturday, January 27, 2007, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
(All activities are FREE!!!)

The purpose of the Belmont UMC Wellness Fair is to realize the wholistic approach to health and wellness. Activities, booths, and presentations have been planned that focus on balancing body, mind, and spirit.Presentations, stations, and activities for the Wellness Fair include:

Chair Massage Therapy
Blood Pressure Screenings
Hearing Screenings
Organ and Tissue Donation Education
“Ask a Medical Professional” stations on diseases of the skin, mental health, nutrition, general medical information, “knowing your medications”, breast cancer education, and breast health information.
Cycling Team Ride (gentle) – departs church at 10:30 a.m.
Yoga (gentle)
Spiritual Meditation/Healthy Balance
Exercise provided by a Personal Trainer

For the children, Flashy the Fire Dog will talk information about fire safety. Children will also get to point out safety concerns in the Hazard House. The Nashville Fire Department will have a Fire Truck on site for the children to experience. The Wellness Fair will also provide child car seat safety education.

A healthy lunch ($5) will be provided by the Youth Ministry.

The theme, Keeping the Rhythm in Wellness: Balancing Body, Mind, and Spirit”, will carry over to Sunday, January 28, 2007. The Worship Committee, along with the Health and Wholeness Committee, are planning worship experiences that will focus on health and wellness. Literature on health topics will also be available and nurses will provide blood pressure assessments.

(All activities are FREE!)

Come and feel the rhythm and balance!!! For more information, please contact, Rev. Linda Johnson or Rev. Marie C. King at 615-383-0832.

Forest Hills United Methodist Church Christmas Fundraiser for its Missionary, Victoria Bowman

Forest Hills United Methodist Church has the privilege of supporting our very own missionary! I don’t know about you, but I have never been a part of a community of faith where “one of our own” would give up the security of a very good job and terrific living conditions to go and minister in a foreign land; especially a place where the climate is unbearably cold in the winter and where English is not universally understood. It seems somewhat surreal - like something one would read or even dream about, but never actually act upon! Victoria Bowman, however, is doing just that! She is answering God’s call to serve as a missionary in Kazakhstan – a country where the Gospel of Jesus Christ has been repressed for many years. She is making an initial commitment of five years and hopes to arrive there by next summer. The only thing standing in her way is funding, and our congregation is committed to enabling her to answer God’s call on her life.

One of our most recent endeavors is a fundraiser, utilizing a book written by one of our own members. The history behind the book is quite sweet. Erin McDonough, one of our youth, wrote How Long‘Til Christmas? when she was a student at Crieve Hall Elementary. It was inspired by and dedicated to her little brother, Michael, who, at five years old, could barely contain his excitement for the approach of Christmas day. Illustrated by Crieve Hall students, the book is quite tasteful and includes an engaging text and adorable artwork with beautiful, vivid colors. It is a delightful work!

Copies of How Long ‘Til Christmas would make excellent Christmas gifts for all of the children in your life, and 100% of the proceeds will go towards funding Victoria as a missionary to Kazakhstan. The book is available for a suggested donation of $8 with a $2.00 shipping fee. You may order it through:
Forest Hills United Methodist Church
c/o Linda Williford
1250 Old Hickory
Brentwood, TN 37027
phone: 373-3131 ext. 202

Hillcrest UMC Manger Marketplace, Saturday, December 2, 2006, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

On Sat, Dec 2 from 9-Noon, Hillcrest UMC will host its 4th Annual Manger Marketplace – where you can purchase Christmas gifts that touch the lives of those across the world in need of help.

We have activities that include International Folk Dancers, music from Hillcrest’s choirs, a birthday party for Jesus from 10-Noon for children and much more. Children are invited to bring a birthday present for Jesus that will go to Miriam’s Promise (adoption service for the Tennessee Conference of The United Methodist Church).

Manger Marketplace includes items for purchase from:
SERRV (click to go to the SERRV website)
Thistle Farms (click to go to the Thistle Farms website)
Hillcrest’s Senior Crafters
Heifer International (click to go to Heifer International website)
Fair Trade Coffee, Cocoa & Tea
Habitat for Humanity
The Advance for Christ and His Church
Second Harvest Food Bank
Stained Glass by the Sprys for Katrina Relief
And so much more…

Please join us as we celebrate the gift that God gave to us all.

Ebenezer UMC, New Johnsonville, Hosts "Worship in Spirit and Truth" (WIST) Seminar November 10th and 11th

“Worship In Spirit and Truth”
WIST Seminar

Hosted by
Ebenezer United Methodist Church
New Johnsonville, TN

This Friday and Saturday, November 10th and November 11th

To some people, worship means “A service.” To others, it means "Singing." Some may describe styles of worship using words like “contemporary" or "traditional." But what does the Bible say?

Based on Jesus words to the woman at the well in John 4, the Worship in Spirit and Truth Seminar (WIST) is a team-led weekend renewal event designed to equip participants with a biblical understanding of worship. Incorporating Scripture from both the Old Testament and the New Testament, teachings examine both corporate worship experiences and the lives of individual worshipers. Truths gained from this experience will give your church fresh insight into worship and its importance in and to our daily lives while participants are encouraged to develop a "24/7" lifestyle of worship.

The Seminar begins on Friday evening, with worship at 7:00 PM. WIST will then resume on Saturday morning at 9:00 AM, and the day-long event will be completed around 9:00 PM. On Sunday morning, Jonathan Dow, Director of Conferences Aldersgate Renewal Ministries, will lead Ebenezer’s morning worship services at 8:30 AM and at 11:00 AM. The Seminar, a study guide, three meals, and snacks are included in the registration fee of $25 per person.

Topics during the WIST seminar will include:
+ Who do we Worship?
+ Why do we Worship?
+ When do we Worship?
+ How do we Worship?
+ Identifying and overcoming hindrances to Worship

Worship in Spirit and Truth is packed with Scripture, personal testimony and the vital reality of the presence and power of God’s Holy Spirit.

You are invited by Ebenezer United Methodist Church and Rev. Donna Parramore, to attend this life changing Seminar.

Register today by calling Ebenezer UMC at 535-2265 or e-mail to ebenezerumc@waverly.net for additional information.

Reunion 2006 Clark Memorial United Methodist Church: Celebrating Heritage and Hope

Reunion 2006: Celebrating Heritage and Hope


Pre-Homecoming Concert
Sunday, October 15, 2006
4:00 P.M.

FEATURING
Special Guest: The Renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers, Paul Kwami, Director
The Singing Laymen from the 15th Avenue Baptist Church, William Crimm, Director
The Combined Choirs of Clark Memorial, Rod Bronaugh, Director
The entire community is invited to join us for this spirit-filled afternoon of praise.

Homecoming Heritage Festival
Saturday, October 21, 2006
10:00 - 4:00 P.M.

ACTIVITIES
Space Walk and Games for Children and Youth
Clark Memorial’s Youth Choir
Daughters of Vision African Dancers and Drummers
Tennessee State Brass Ensemble
Fisk University Orchesis Dance Group
Tennessee State University Showstoppers
Drill Teams
Fish Fry
Bake Sale
Barbeque
Homemade Ice Cream, Popcorn, Snow Cones
Our youth and others dressed in period costumes will portray noted Clark past members, from the l800’s, 1920’s, and 1970’s -1990’s.

Homecoming Worship Service
Sunday, October 22, 2006
10:00 A.M. (One Service)

Our guest speaker will be the Rev. Dr. Walter McKelvey,
President of Gammon Theological Seminary, Atlanta, Georgia.
Following the worship service, dinner and fellowship will be held on the grounds of the church.

19th Annual Antioch UMC Fall Fair, Saturday, October 7, 2006, 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

For the past 19 years the people of the Antioch United Methodist Church have gathered on hill located at 41 Tusculum Rd. to sponsor an event that has become a community tradition. The Antioch United Methodist Church Fall Fair is an opportunity for persons of all ages and backgrounds to come together for fun, shopping, food, play, and fellowship, and we want to invite all of our United Methodist brothers and sisters in the region to join us.

Describing our Fall Fair is difficult for there are almost too many things to mention. Here are some of things you will experience if you come:

+A live auction of donated items to the church, including theme baskets created by the people of the church, home made furniture and crafts, and all sorts of other things.
+A silent auction featuring a variety of goods and services.
+A crafts store featuring great crafts and knicknacks for the holidays.
+A Farmer's Market featuring a variety of fresh produce and home-made jams and jellies.
+A Country Store featuring the finest baked goods in all of South Nashville.
+A Flea Market where you can haggle over your new found treasure that was someone else's junk.
+Breakfast in the morning and a barbecue feast beginning at 10:30 a.m.
+A children's midway area featuring inflatables, pony rides, games, and free popcorn.

As a gift to our United Methodist clergy and their staffs, we want to offer you the opportunity to have a meal on us. Please visit www.fallfair.antiochumc.net and click on the link that says TN Conference Clergy to complete a form letting us know that you are coming. We will then e-mail you up to four tickets for the meal. You may also call the church office at (615) 832-6248 to make your reservation for up to four folks.

The proceeds for the AUMC Fall Fair are shared between our conference apportionments, grants for local service ministries, and congregational needs. Last year's proceeds went to help Habitat for Humanity, Community Care Fellowship, The Campus for Human Development, and Rooftop ministries.

We look forward to seeing you on October 7.

GLENDALE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ANNOUNCES NEW GUIDED PERSONAL SPIRITUAL RETREAT MINISTRY

Reverend Jo Bentley Reece will offer personal spiritual retreats on Thursdays from11:00 a.m. -7:00 p.m., by appointment only, beginning September 28, 2006. This is a new addition to Glendale’s Retreat Ministry located at 900 Glendale Lane, Nashville, TN (I-65 South, Harding Place Exit West, Cross Franklin Rd., right on Soper Ave.) Other times/days available upon request.

Discover a place of quiet and re-creation using centering prayer, guided meditation, guided labyrinth prayer walks, laying on hands in prayer using the Usui Method of Natural Healing* to balance your body's energy system.

For Questions or Appointments: contact Jo Reece 615-367-3586 (h) 943-9092 (c) or MinisterMama@juno.com Rev. Reece is a Deacon in Full Connection in The Tennessee Conference and appointed to The United Methodist Publishing House as Editor of Children’s Teacher magazine.

Donations for retreats are suggested but not required:
60 minutes (Guided Meditation, Prayer/Energy Session)--$45
90 minutes (Guided Meditation, Prayer/Energy Session +)--$65
Retreat gift certificates also available.

*This ancient healing art involves intercessory prayer while laying on hands guided by the energy/nerve centers of the body through which energy flows, similar to acupressure, acupuncture, healing touch, and therapeutic touch taught in nursing schools across the country. It complements other forms of treatment in a growing number of medical facilities around the world. Rediscovered by Dr. Mikao Usui, a Japanese Christian teacher in the early 1900s, Reiki is a Japanese word that means universal life force energy. Imbalances in your energy flow may cause illness, stress, pain or simply a difficult day. By balancing your energy flow, your own body is better able to deal with challenges to the body, mind and spirit that may arise in your daily life.

For intercessory prayer using the Usui Method, a person wears loose comfortable clothing. In a quiet atmosphere with gentle music, this non-intrusive hands-on healing involves the placing of the practitioner’s hand with little or no pressure on or above the energy/nerve centers of the body located on your head, shoulders, back, chest, stomach and limbs. Results often include deep relaxation, a sense of calm or deep sleep. Rev. Reece considers the Usui Method of Natural Healing, or Reiki, one important part of a profound prayer experience and apprenticed for 18 months to become a Traditional Reiki Master Teacher.

Antioch United Methodist Church Celebrates 25 Years With Homecoming November 12th

Twenty-five years ago, on Sunday, November 1, 1981, the people of the Antioch United Methodist Church took a walk as a part of their worship service. They started at their historic building on Antioch Pike, closing the doors behind them, and up the hill to 41 Tusculum Rd., where a new facility awaited them. They had been working for the better part of a year to clear the land and build a new building after experiencing several floods from Mill Creek at their old location. Since that time, the Antioch United Methodist Church has stood as a beacon of love and concern for the people of Antioch on that hill on Tusculum Rd.

In celebration of twenty-five years in their building, the people of the Antioch United Methodist Church are pleased to announce their 25th Anniversary Homecoming on Sunday, November 12, 2006. The day will begin with a special service of worship featuring Bishop Joseph Pennell preaching, and the Rev. Garry Speich (Nashville District Superintendent) assisting. Special music will be offered by church members and the church choir, and communion will be shared as a part of the celebration.

Following the worship service, there will be a special "Dinner on the Grounds" featuring food from the members of the church.

"There is a lot of love and pride in this place," said the Rev. Jay Voorhees, pastor of the congregation. "Some of our members used to spend the night up here, camping out during construction to provide security for the site. There are lots of great memories associated with this place."

The congregation wants to offer a special invitation to anyone who has ever been a member of, or attended Antioch UMC in any fashion, to come be a part of these festivities.

The church is located at 41 Tusculum Rd. in Antioch. You may call (615) 832-6248 for more information, or visit the church website at www.antiochumc.net.

Grief Center at Alive Hospice and Brentwood United Methodist Church Announce Support Group Partnership

Nashville, TN—The Grief Center at Alive Hospice and Brentwood United Methodist Church are proud to announce a new partnership, which brings Alive Hospice grief support groups to the church’s campus. The first eight-week support group to be held at the church will be on Thursday evenings from September 14 through November 2 from 5:30-7:00 PM. The group is not loss-specific. It is open to any griever who has lost a loved one within the past two years. There is no fee, but space is limited. Pre-registration by phone is required. For registration or for more information, contact The Grief Center at Alive Hospice at 963-4732.

“We are delighted to form this partnership with Alive Hospice. Brentwood United Methodist Church continually looks for ways to meet community needs and when we realized there was a need for grief support services in the Brentwood area, we identified Alive Hospice as a natural partner to help us meet this need,” said Reverend Kaye Harvey, Pastor of Congregational Care. “I believe this partnership between two highly respected organizations will do so much for the Brentwood and Williamson County communities. Alive Hospice’s Grief Center counselors are experts in their field. It is exciting to know that we will have a presence at Brentwood United Methodist Church,” said Edie Rimas, Chief Operating Officer for Alive Hospice.

In addition to the support group offered at Brentwood United Methodist Church, The Grief Center at Alive Hospice will offer its regular Fall eight-week support groups at the Alive Hospice location on 1718 Patterson Street in Nashville. Support groups for bereaved spouses will meet on Mondays, September 11 through October 30, 10:00-11:30 a.m. and 5:30-7:00 p.m., and for general grief on Tuesdays, September 12 through October 31, from 5:30-7:00 p.m.

The Grief Center at Alive Hospice is open to everyone in the Middle Tennessee community, both hospice and non-hospice families. The support groups are appropriate for anyone who has lost a loved one in the past two years. To register, please call (615) 963-4732.

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Alive Hospice provides loving care to people with life-threatening illnesses, support to their families, and service to the community in a spirit of enriching lives.

Brentwood UMC . . .Touching hearts and transferring lives through making disciples through inviting, worshiping, discipling, serving, healing, and equipping.

“Reflections of Peace” with the Brass Roots Trio, St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, September 14, 2006, 7:00 p.m.

On Thursday, September 14, 2006, 7:00 p.m., St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, Murfreesboro, will present “Reflections of Peace,” a Spirit-filled concert of music and word with the Brass Roots Trio.

St. Mark’s United Methodist Church is located at 1267 N. Rutherford Boulevard, Murfreesboro, Tennessee. For information about the concert and how to get to St. Mark’s UMC phone 615-893-3455.

The Brass Roots Trio
Pianist Rosetta Senkus Bacon, trumpeter Travis Heath, and French horn player/tenor Douglas Lundeen have brought together their musical experiences “to make a joyful noise unto the Lord.” They honor God with their music in a ministry that reaches beyond musical style or a certain religion to inspire and touch the hearts of the listeners.

The Brass Roots Trio has created a series of “Jazz Vespers” programs that have moved audiences around the world. A cross between concert and service, these uplifting and inspirational programs combine jazz arrangements of hymns and spirituals sprinkled with a few classical and baroque works along with readings from scripture and poetry.

With performances at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City, the Crystal Cathedral in California, Bath Abbey, Bristol Cathedral and Lincoln Cathedral in England, Oxford University, Cultural Centers of Taipei, St. Moritz and Kaunus, Banff Center in Canada, the Kennedy Center, Avery Fisher Hall, with major symphony orchestras, and on Broadway, members of the BRASS ROOTS TRIO have dazzled audiences around the globe.

Pianist Rosetta Senkus Bacon has performed extensively throughout North America, Europe and Asia with concerts at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, Taipei County Cultural Center in Taiwan, St. Moritz Cultural Center in Switzerland, and Kaunus Philharmonic Hall in Lithuania. A frequent guest at international festivals, Rosetta has served on faculties and performed at “The International Summer Chamber Music Festival” in Taiwan, and “The International School of Performing Arts” in Bucks County, PA where she accompanied Master Classes of Metropolitan Opera stars Sherrill Milnes and Gilda Cruz-Roma. She concertized with Metropolitan Opera soprano Judith Raskin and the internationally acclaimed Lithuanian clarinetist Algirdas Budrys. In a lighter vein she was one of the duo-pianists in “Side By Side By Sondheim” starring Arlene Francis and Hermione Gingold. A native of West Virginia, Rosetta graduated from West Virginia University and received a Masters Degree from the Manhattan School of Music in New York.

Since winning first prize in the International Trumpet Guild solo competition in 1995, Travis Heath has elicited rave reviews on performances from the concert stage and at jazz venues. His dazzling playing of Baroque masterpieces on the piccolo trumpet and the mellow sounds of his jazz improvisations has won him acclaim from audiences young and old. Travis played for the dedication of the PNC Symphony Hall in Fukui, Japan, has been a recitalist at the Banff Centre in Banff, Canada, and has performed at Carnegie Hall, NJ PAC, B.B. King’s, and the Guinness Jazz Festival in Cork, Ireland. He was a member of the brass ensembles Tapestry Brass and Crescendo and has toured and recorded with the contemporary ensemble TRUTH and the American Rhapsody Orchestra. In addition, he has performed with the Manhattan Chamber Orchestra, Ray Charles, Arturo Sandoval, and the Moody Blues. A native of Vero Beach, FL, Travis holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Rutgers University.

Alongside his studies on the French horn, Douglas Lundeen began his musical training in opera in Manhattan, coaching with Metropolitan Opera assistant conductor Frank Basilice. It was maestro Basilice, whose father had been principal horn of the Met orchestra under Toscanini, who encouraged Doug to pursue a horn-playing career while he waited for his voice to mature. An engagement as Principal Horn with the Orquesta Naçional de Costa Rica began what has turned into a 35-year career as a hornist. Equally at home as a soloist, chamber player and orchestral musician on the modern horn, Doug is also one of the leading players in North America on the valveless natural horn. Since winning first prize for solo natural horn in the 1987 American Horn Competition, he has played principal horn in period instrument orchestras in New York City, San Francisco, Chicago, Montréal, Boston, and Washington, D.C., and has recordings on the Sony, Koch, Titanic, Hyperion, and Musical Heritage Society Labels. On the modern horn, Doug has played principal horn with orchestras in Cincinnati and Pittsburgh, in Philadelphia with Peter Nero and the Philly Pops and the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, on Broadway with “Jekyll and Hyde” and “Aida,” and he is currently Principal Horn of the Princeton Symphony. In addition he has performed at the Mostly Mozart Festival in NY, the Gustav Mahler Festival in Paris, The Montreal Bach Festival, Thomaskirche in Leipzig, St. Paul’s Cathedral in London, and the Palao de la Musica in Valencia, Spain. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Cincinnati Conservatory and is Associate Professor of Horn at the Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University.

The Primitive Quartet in Concert, St. Zion United Methodist Church, August 27, 2006, 3:00 p.m.

The Primitive Quartet In Concert
Sunday, August 27th, 3PM
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church
Highway 48 in Cunningham
(19 miles North of Dickson)
Free Admission
A Love Offering Will Be Received
For more information, call Phillip Chambers
931-387-3331

The Primitives
The Primitives are one of the most popular Bluegrass Gospel Groups of all time. This is a rare Middle Tennessee appearance for them. They only come through this way about once every year or so and we were fortunate to get them this year. For more information about The Primitives, you can log onto www.primitivequartet.com

Gospel Revival at Riverside United Methodist Church, August 27-30, 2006

Reverend Jim Gardner will be preaching a Gospel Revival at Riverside UMC Sunday through Wednesday, August 27 – 30, at 7 p.m. The Revival will begin with a potluck supper Sunday at 6:00 p.m. Jim Gardner is pastor at Lawrenceburg First UMC, former pastor at Craft Memorial UMC from 2002-2006 and St. Luke-Bigbyville from 1986-1992

Jim’s theme for the week will be “A Theological Foundation for Discipleship,” and his sermons will be entitled:
Sunday - “The God of Unsearchable Richness”
Monday - “Under the Shadow of Sin”
Tuesday - “Grace from the Cross”
Wednesday - “Our Sacred Calling”

Special music will be presented by:
Sunday - Joey Shouse
Monday - The Riverside Chancel Choir
Tuesday - Vicky Keith
Wednesday - New Wine Singers.

Riverside UMC will appreciate your sharing this information with your congregation through your newsletter or in other ways.

Rev. Gary L. Wedgewood
Pastor, Riverside UMC

Jim’s theme for the week will be “A Theological Foundation for Discipleship,” and his sermons will be entitled:
Sunday - “The God of Unsearchable Richness”
Monday - “Under the Shadow of Sin”
Tuesday - “Grace from the Cross”
Wednesday - “Our Sacred Calling”

Special music will be presented by:
Sunday - Joey Shouse
Monday - The Riverside Chancel Choir
Tuesday - Vicky Keith
Wednesday - New Wine Singers.

Riverside UMC will appreciate your sharing this information with your congregation through your newsletter or in other ways.

Rev. Gary L. Wedgewood
Pastor, Riverside UMC

SUNDAY, AUGUST 27 AT 5:30 p.m. "OLD TESTAMENT REWIND" is coming to FOREST HILLS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

The Old Testament can be quite a challenge, even for the most scholarly Bible reader. The creation of the universe, the Garden of Eden, God's love and wrath, the wars, the conflicts, the flood, the exodus, the kings, the judges, the Promised Land and the Chosen People; and that just scratches the surface. It can be hard to read and harder to follow.

Fear Not! The Drama Ministry at Forest Hills United Methodist Church is here to help.

On Sunday, August 27th, beginning at 5:30, enjoy a great dinner followed by a show that will present the Old Testament like you've never seen it before. See the real Eve, Abraham, Noah, Joshua, and Solomon. Experience the parting of the Red Sea and the Land of Milk & Honey. How did that Serpent really deceive Eve? Why did those early Israelites have so much trouble following god's Word? These and many other questions will be answered in an entertaining manner that will be enjoyed whether you're 6 years old and just starting to learn about the bible, or 96 years old and think you've seen it all.
Trust us, you haven't.

There is limited seating for this event.

Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased by calling 373-313, or by visiting the Church Office at 1250 Old Hickory Blvd in Brentwood

This event will sellout so it's important to buy your tickets now so you don't get shut out.100% of the proceeds will go toward Victoria Bowman's "Serving Christ in Kazakhstan" mission.

Wonderful cause ..... good fellowship ...... great meal ...... unique show. The Old Testament at it's Best!!!!! Don't Miss it.

Sunday, August 27, 5:30 Dinner; 6:30 Show.

You give us 30 Minutes - We'll give you The Old Testament!!

Such a Deal.

Bellshire Untied Methodist Church old fashioned "Brush Arbor" meeting September 8, 9, and 10

Bellshire United Methodist Church will have an old fashioned "Brush Arbor" meeting Friday, Saturday and Sunday September 8,9,10, 2006. Each evening a musical concert will begin at 6;30 p.m. to be followed by congregational singing and evangelistic preaching by Reverend Michael Potts at 7:00 p.m. Musical groups will be the Music City Boys, Erickson Family and Ernie Rowell and friends, including Becky Smith. The tabernacle is built on the grounds at 1201 Westchester Dr., two blocks south of Old Hickory Blvd and two blocks west of Dickerson Rd.

United Methodist Faith Nights on the Cumberland, September

September 11 and 14, 2006
Cruise on the scenic Cumberland River while you stroll the outer decks and enjoy Gospel entertainment found throughout the boat. You will see the spectacular river view of downtown Nashville skyline. This is an excellent opportunity for a church group to come together for a unique group experience and bond those relationships that are so important for a church group.

Enjoy southern Nights Buffet
Tossed salad with assorted toppings and choice of dressings
Pasta salad and Potato Salad
Southern Style Chicken Tenders
Pulled Pork / Wildhorse Sweet Sauce
Steamed veggies / White bean and Ham Soup
Fresh baked rolls with butter
Dessert, Iced Tea and Coffee

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Children ages 4 – 11yrs. $20.00 inclusive per person #_____
Children age 3yrs. And under free #____

Date attending: 9/11/06 or 9/14/06 (please circle date)

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Payment Method
Checks are preferred. Credit cards will be accepted
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Registration forms must be returned Glencliff United Methodist Church by August 31, 2006. Glencliff United Methodist Church reserves the right to cancel any cruise due to lack of minimum attendance. In event of cancellation, all participants will be contacted prior to the cruise. To register, mail registration form and payment to Glencliff United Methodist Church, 2901 Glencliff Road, Nashville, TN 37211.

Any musical groups who would like to help out with the music for the evening are encouraged to let Glencliff UMC know so we can work out the details.

Bellshire United Methodist Church barbecue and silent auction, August 26

Bellshire United Methodist Church is having their Annual Barbecue on Saturday, August 26! We will have a Silent Auction (including some special autographed items!), Craft Booths, Bake Sale, Pantry and delicious BBQ cooked on-site! Meals with either BBQ or a 1/2 chicken, white beans, slaw, cornbread, pie and tea will be $6.50. Children's plate will be $3.00. Family Meal Deal (serves 4) will be $12.50 and include either 1 lb. BBQ or 1 whole chicken with slaw, beans and bread.

Bellshire United Methodist Church is located at 1201 Westchester Dr., off Dickerson Rd. near the Old Hickory Blvd. intersection. (Turn by Tractor Supply Company!)

Universal Worship Celebration Inter-faith Service, Smithville First United Methodist Church, August 29, 2006, 7:00 p.m.

Universal Worship Celebration

The Universal Worship Celebration is so named because it aims to promote the unity of religious ideals, and to give an opportunity to those belonging to different religions to worship together.

The Universal Worship is not another church to be included among the variety of existing churches - it is a celebration and an opportunity for those belonging to different religions to worship together to pay respect to the great ones who have come from time to time to help humanity. The different scriptures of those who have taught wisdom are read as part of the service.

On a central table are placed the scriptures of these religions: Christian, Hebrew, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist. Along with these texts are candles which will be lit. As the candles are lighted we all give thanks and offer respect to all the different teachers, religions, and scriptures. They teach us that there is one light and many lamps. It is not the lamps which should first be taken to the mind; it is the light which should first be taken to the heart.

Universal Worship Celebration Inter-faith Service

Tuesday, August 29, 2006 , 7:00 p.m.
Smithville First United Methodist Church

Author Jonathan Richard Cring featured in readings from his novel, "I'm the legend of the son of man"--Smithville First UMC, August 16th, 7:15 p.m.

I’M the legend of the son of man

On Wednesday, August 16th, the First United Methodist Church of Smithville is pleased to welcome author Jonathan Richard Cring and concert oboist, Janet Clazzy, for a performance at 7:15 p.m., featuring readings from the novel I'm the legend of the son of man, the life of Jesus showcased in a first person account. The forty-seven minute presentation will include an intimate journey into the heart and mission of Christ, complemented by original music.

The public is invited to an evening of inspiration speckled with humor and pathos. For more information, please call (615) 597-4961.