Volume 8, Number 3
Information ~ Inspiration ~ Humor
April/May 2012
THE APISON APPEAL Monthly Newsletter of the Apison, TN Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Homecoming Sabbath April 7, 2012
Our Apison church was organized on April 8, 1961. So, on April 7, 2012, we celebrated our 51 st birthday! We had a special Sabbath service, followed by fellowship dinner and a vespers program that evening. Elder Fred Fuller, one of our former pastors, shared a message about Jesus' soon return. We also celebrated the baptism of Jubilee Hills, pictured below.
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I am glad that Apison Church has instead decided to take the approach that I believe Jesus would take. "What would Jesus do?" is ALWAYS a great question to ask. We have accepted these men, loved them, prayed for them, and The little church with a big heart... encouraged them. Having a "big heart" also means loving our members and our families enough to make them aware BY PASTOR JEFF BROWN that these men are worshiping among us. As your pastor, I Organizations spend days, weeks, months, and millions of am more than happy to discuss this with any members or dollars to create mission statements, goals, vision visitors that have any concerns or questions. statements, tag lines, and other efforts to put who they are May God give us the grace, each day, to truly be the little and what they're all about into words. church with a big heart. ~Pastor Jeff I don't know who came up "the little church with a big
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heart," but I like it. It's growing on me. Why? Because if you ask your typical nonChristian about "the church," the first thing you're likely to hear is that Christians are hypocrites. They say nice things, but they don't live up to what they say. (By the way, if you really want to know what surveys have shown that nonChristians say about us, read “unChristian” by David Kinnaman). So, I am glad to be a member of a church that sets as its goal to be loving, to have a heart, and to care. One of my many favorite texts contains some of Jesus' last words before He was arrested,
"If you have love for one another, then everyone will know that you are My disciples."
The Apison Seventhday Adventist Church 11421 Bates Road ~ Apison, TN 37302 Post Office Box 1551 ~ Collegedale, TN 37315 Telephone: (423)236-4214 www.apisonchurch.org
You can find us on Facebook, too! Pastor: Jeff Brown......................................... .....531-7430
[email protected]
Youth Pastor: Zack Payne..........................317-437-3246 Head Elder: Glen Wintermeyer..........................443-1039 Head Deacon: Wendel Adams........................ ..933-7629 John 13:35 Head Deaconess: Jeanie Hair..........................364-4902 And I'm glad to be "little," although that's a very relative Clerk: Karen Glassford..... .................. ...............396-3966
term! We are four times as big as the last two churches I pastored, so we're really only "little" in comparison with some of the giants that are around us! But we're a nice size. Little means small enough where we can get to know everyone, and I like that.
Lester Coon Adventist School Telephone: (423)2364926 www.apisonsdaschool.com
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And we really do have a big heart. We have a couple of THE APISON APPEAL members here at Apison that are registered sex offenders. I A MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR MEMBERS AND FRIENDS have learned a lot about what that means since I came here a year and a half agomonthly reporting to state officials, Editor: Amanda Thomas...........................(615)419-7049 keeping a journal of everywhere you go, needing to get
[email protected] permission to leave the county. It can be very discouraging, and is a constant reminder of bad choices Photography: Becky McCurdy, Cindy Cummings made years ago. In fact, some churches will refuse to allow Printing: Modern Way Printing & Fulfillment registered sex offenders to even attend.
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Family
Happenings
April/May 2012
Baptisms Tre and Carolina Smith
Tre and Carolina Smith were baptized by Pastor Greg Daniel in the chilly waters of Lake Jocassee on March 10.
Baby Dedication Levi Matthew Cathey
John Coulter
Pastor Greg Daniel baptized John Coulter at Apison SDA Church on March 3, 2012.
On March 17, 2012, Levi Matthew Cathey was dedicated by his maternal grandfather, Elder Robert Williams. Please pray for Mike and Becky as they endeavor to raise Levi to know and love Jesus as they do.
Wedding On March 3, 2012, a wedding party was held to celebrate Dale Bunker the marriage of Paul and Bozena Wentland. Elder Jim Purple baptized Dale Bunker on March 10, 2012.
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Family
March 2012
Church Member Snapshot: Matt Hustad BY CATHERINE HUSTAD
I'd like to share a little about my son, Matt Hustad. Last fall he painted a picture of UTC Jones Observatory in Brainerd. His art was chosen and was just published on the cover of the Brainerd edition of the Green Pages Telephone Directory for 2012. He also received Honorable Mention in the very competitive Federal Duck Stamp Contest last Apison's Summer Day Camp Program year and again this year. These two pieces are pictured below. Matt has been accepted into Chattanooga State Middle College next year to pursue his interests in art, BY ZACK PAYNE computers and cars.
Happenings
Hello church members! I know a lot of you have heard rumors about our church's new day camp program but may still be wondering about what the program will entail.
Here is some information so that you know what we are all about. Our program is for children ages 6 to 12 and will run from June 18 to August 10 (that is, for a full 8 weeks). The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm (although early drop off and late pick up will be available for a small fee). The Hustad Family: Tim, Catherine, Matt, and Brian Daily activities will include morning worship time, arts and crafts, Bible study, outdoor and gym sports, and nature time. We are also planning on going off campus a couple times a week to go to the pool at SAU's wellness center and are planning a field trip once a week. Costs are $20.00 per day, or discounted at $90 for a full week signup. Our staff are prayerfully selected individuals who love Jesus, love kids, and are dedicated to safety and professionalism. Our goals are for campers to have fun, be safe, and grow closer to Jesus. We want to be a blessing to the entire community and a place where kids from all backgrounds are welcome. Our mission is teaching youth to love God, love others, and build healthy relationships. We hope to see you at camp this summer! Zack Payne is Apison's new Youth Pastor.
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Field Trip to the Grocery Store
BY KELLY FRENCH
Do you remember being excited and anxious to go to school when you knew the next day was a field trip? Well, I got a chance to help supervise a field trip to a local grocery store. Yes, that’s right, a grocery store. The kindergarten through fifth grade students of Lester Coon Adventist School took a trip to BiLo.
Lester Coon Adventist School News
The students learned about the different food groups and how to shop for a healthy nutritional meal. They were given magnifying glasses and hairnets to explore and engage in the experience. While learning about the different food groups, the students were given yummy, as well as healthy, treats throughout the excursion. After exploring the different sections of the grocery store, the students received Tshirts as well as knapsacks with a few items inside. As an adult, and future educator, I even learned a few tips about useful things to look for in grocery stores. This was an enjoyable, informative, and fascinating field trip that I hope to do with my future students someday. Kelly French is an Elementary Education student at Southern Adventist University.
Bi-Lo Booster Cards Spirit Week at LCA, February 2024 (Crazy Hair Day)
We would like to thank everyone who is using their BiLo Booster Cards (which are used with your discount cards). Since September, we have received $68.00. Please remember that they are a fundraiser for the LCA School. Thank you again from the Home and School Committee!
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Vegan Delight
BY KATHERINE MCFARLANE
Lentil Nut Roast 1 ½ cups cooked brown rice, OR dried whole wheat bread crumbs 1 cup nut meal 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cups cooked lentils 1 teaspoon sage 1 teaspoon savory 1 teaspoon salt Combine all ingredients and add vegetable juice or water if too dry. Pour into casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes at 325 degrees. Serve with tomato sauce or gravy.
Newsletter Editor Needed
April/May 2012
Upcoming Events Apison & Other Area April 1922 Pathfinder Camporee April 21 Come Unto Me Sacred Concert, 4pm Music by the Apison Church Choir and readings by Mark Sargeant. April 22 Ashley & Jordan Wagner Baby Shower, 1pm In the activity room across from the sanctuary. Ashley and Jordan are registered at Target, Babies R Us, and Kelly's Closet. April 24 SAU Symphony Orchestra Concert, 7:30pm The performance will open with “Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage Overture” by Mendelssohn and conclude it with the world premiere of an oratorio by Tim Rumsey, doctoral candidate at the University of Georgia. Admission is free.
April 2728 Tornado Victims Memorial A special memorial service will be held for the tornado victims on Friday night and Sabbath afternoon, at Bill Hullander's barn. The community will be coming together to remember those who were lost and to thank those who helped After consulting with the pastor and other leaders in our in tornado relief efforts. All are invited. church, I have their support in asking for someone to take over the role of newsletter editor. I am more than happy to April 28 India Benefit Concert be of help to the person chosen to replace me. I have listed A concert will be held by several talented below the responsibilities which the newsletter entails. musicians and vocalists at the Apison SDA Church There is an asterisk beside tasks which I can continue will help support the building of an orphanage in doing if need be: Northeastern India. Gathering Information April 29 CAYA Boys Basketball Tryouts, 10:3012 noon Formatting/Editing For boys grades 812, held at the Collegedale *Calendar Academy gym. *Printing *Circulation May 16 LCA Graduation As you can see, we mainly need someone who can perform the actual task of assembling the newsletter – gathering information, editing, formatting. This will enable me to focus more on the bulletin. If anyone is interested, please contact our Communications Director, Ryan Harrell. Feel free to contact me as well. Thank you! ~Amanda Thomas As the year has progressed, I have found that taking on the roles of both church bulletin AND newsletter editing has been a bit more than I can carry. I unfortunately do not have the time to focus on each role as much as I should.
April, 2012 Sunday
Monday
1 Birthdays: Setsuko Carey, Jermaine Andrades, Dan Seebeck, Kerri Leui
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10:30 Praise and Prayer Mtg.
7pm Finance mtg
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7pm School board mtg
Newsletter deadline
16 Birthdays: Ross Kloosterhuis, Greg Moore
10 Birthdays: Jesse Coulter, Brooklyn Brailsford 10:30 Praise and Prayer Mtg.
17 Birthdays: Bo Smith, Christy Salter
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29 Birthdays: Roy McKissick
7pm Church Board mtg 23
6:30 Adventurer 7pm Prayer mtg. 11
5 Birthdays: Joshua Blevins
Friday
Sabbath
6 Birthdays: Jubilee Hills, Patsy Thurber
7 Homecoming Sabbath Fellowship Meal
24 Birthdays: John Gulley
7-8:30 Choir
12 Birthdays: John Coulter, Caleb McKissick
6:30 PF mtg. 7pm Prayer mtg
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10:30 Praise and Prayer Mtg.
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4 Birthdays: Anani Cross, Vonn Williams
Sunset 8:05
9-11am PF Drill practice
15 Birthdays: Art Miles, Clarina Oliver
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 3
6:30 PF & Ad mtg. 7pm Prayer mtg 25
10:30 Praise and Prayer Mtg. 7pm Elders mtg
6:30 PF mtg. 7pm Prayer mtg
30 Birthdays: Denise Ford, Faith Laughlin
PF=Pathfinders Ad=Adventurers Mtg. = Meeting LCA = Lester Coon Adventist School
7-8:30 Choir 19 Birthdays: Jason Williams
Pathfinder Camporee--7-8:30 Choir
13 Birthdays: Ryan Harrell
14 Birthdays: Mika Carey, Brenda Holmes
Church Campout----
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Sunset 8:11 20 Birthdays: Dennis Crane
21 11am Jeff Brown Birthdays: Holly Hargus
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26 Birthdays: Bette Brown, Dennis Becker, Roy Turner, Gracie Pinckney
27 Birthdays: Ellen Greenleaf
7-8:30 Choir
Sunset 8:22
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Greetings from the Apison Seventh-day Adventist Church – the Little Church With a Big Heart!
May, 2012 Sunday
Monday
Ad=Adventurers Mtg. = Meeting
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7 Birthdays: Jeremiah Fraker, Keith Ingram, Lorynne McKissick 7pm Finance Committee 14 Birthdays: Tony Mobley, Mary Watkins Newsletter deadline
20 Birthdays: Glenn Boyko
7pm School Board mtg 21
7pm Church Board mtg
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2 Birthdays: Erin Peckham
10:30 Praise and Prayer Mtg.
LCA = Lester Coon Adventist School
6 Birthdays: Paul Haynes
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 1 Birthdays: Karen Williams
PF=Pathfinders
28 Birthdays: John Holley 7pm Elders mtg
8 10:30 Praise and Prayer Mtg.
15 Birthdays: Ken Laughlin, Skylynn Hills 10:30 Praise and Prayer Mtg.
22 Birthdays: Mark Eirich 10:30 Praise and Prayer Mtg.
6:30 Adventurer 7pm Prayer mtg. 9 Birthdays: Tre' Smith
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7-8:30 Choir
Sunset 8:28
10 Birthdays: Brigitta Neff, Linda Durham
11 Birthdays: Zane Williams
Sunset 8:34
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18 Birthdays: Ellen Young
23 Birthdays: Larry Cowan, Joy Ratliff, Bob McGrath
7-8:30 Choir 24
25 Birthdays: Edna Kitchen
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7-8:30 Choir
Sunset 8:44
31 Birthdays: Melissa Allemand, Kelly Bertil
7-8:30 Choir
19 Anniversaries Brian & Cyndi Fox; John & Virginia Holley
Sunset 8:39
Collegedale Campmeeting
6:30 PF mtg. 7pm Prayer mtg 30 Birthdays: Mayo Crutcher, Lori McKissick
12 Birthdays: Sarah Murray
Fellowship Meal 7-8:30 Choir
6:30 PF & Ad mtg. 7pm Prayer mtg 7pm LCA Graduation
Sabbath 5 11am Jeff Brown
3pm Sunshine Band
6:30 PF mtg. 7pm Prayer mtg
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Friday
3 Birthdays: Charles Miller, Everett Palmiter
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