Dear Friends,

young adult news

Fall break is a colorful time of the year. It
often reminds us of the varied aspects of God: His
Mark D. Lampley
Associate Pastor
mlampley@sequoyahchurch.org
creations, His character and His revelations.
Office: 522-9804, Ext 113

Dear Friends, “Whosoever humbles himself like this child is the

Can you say Spring fever? I’m sure we are all glad to see
greatest in the kingdom of heaven. And whoever
certain things come to and end: winter’s short days and welcomes a little child in my name welcomes me.”
chilly nights! Along with that comes excitement of school MATTHEW 18:4-5
getting out! With that comes new beginnings such as the
explosion of outdoor colors these last few weeks with our
Dogwoods. It’s great to be able to enjoy blooming plants
lighting up our neighborhoods each day. Mason and Frances
Bagley, the son and
We are clearly enjoying a cycle of seasons (and that’s
partly why I love living in the South). Those who wrote daughter of Burt and
the Bible interpreted time more in cycles than in a linear Katie Bagley, received the
time line. The writer of Ecclesiastes says this, “There is sacrament of baptism on
a time for everything, and a season for every activity
Sunday, May 10.
under heaven...a time to weep and a time to laugh,...a
time to love and a time to hate…”

We, too, are in special seasons in our church: Please keep in your prayers . . .
▪ Amy Wilson’s father who is in the hospital.
Once again, we are doing a new church directory. Oh,
how this church family has grown. Through the dedicated ▪ Jim Mitchell and family as they grieve the loss of his
efforts of our Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC), we are uncle, Pat Roddy, who died recently;
again prayerfully discerning which pastoral candidates we ▪ Cameron Peterson’s grandfather, Charlie Zirkle who
would like to call to serve our congregation. It’s been is recovering from a stroke;
quite a few years since we last did this! We have recently
▪ Karen Carty and family who is grieving the recent
celebrated a glorious Easter in April and on May 31st, we
death of her mother, Virginia;
will celebrate Pentecost, which is when we recognize the
coming of the Holy Spirit. ▪ Kelly Hairrell and family as they grieve the loss of
her father, David MacLemore, who recently died;
We are always learning — and sometimes re-learning over ▪ Klair Kimmey who continues with cancer treatments.
and over again. In this season of your life, what are some
of the lessons God is teaching you? Lessons about trust?
Hope? Obedience? Prayer? God has infinite patience, so
let Him help you with your lessons, even if you have to We need you in
learn them all over again. He is there for you! Always! our NEW church
directory! There’s
Fondly,
just a few days left
to have your
Click above to REGISTER portrait made!
Young Adults & Youth Cook Out
Photo sessions are planned for
@ Admiral Farragut Park
9950 S. Northshore Drive 37922
May 14—17 and June 3—4
(late afternoon and evening times are available)

SUNDAY, MAY 31 (6:00—8:00 P.M.) SCHEDULE YOUR

SESSION TODAY!
Come rain or shine. Amenities include: fishing, biking, pick- (by clicking on sign up box above)
up games, etc. Bring a dish to share. SHPC will provide
drinks and main dish. BT will grill! Invite a friend! Each family will receive a FREE 8 x 10 portrait!

To reserve a hotdog or hamburger If you have no computer access or need assistance,

contact Mark Lampley at please contact the church office (522-9804).
mlampley@sequoyahchurch.org.