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Mullins Messenger
Mullins United Methodist Church
4 North Mendenhall Road
Memphis, Tenn. 38117-2698
901.685.8253
www.mullinsumc.org
January 2021
Two Special Services Scheduled in January
Dear Friends,
church. As you can imagine, our total
Worship this month will see a couple revenue was down in 2020. Our 2021
creative adjustments that will provide an operating budget is as bare bones as it can
avenue to experience God’s grace in a fresh get and still provide the means to carry out
way. our mission. If you have not made your 2021
First, on Jan. 3, we will have a financial commitment, I encourage you to do
Wesleyan Covenant Renewal Service. A new so. Even if you chose not to make a pledge, I
year is a great time to renew our encourage you to give generously, so we can
commitment to live as faithful disciples of have the funds to carry the gospel into our
Jesus Christ. The text of the service is both community. Peace,
rich and challenging. Scott
Second, on Jan. 17, we will honor the
ministry of Martin Luther King, Jr., with
ONE service at 10:50 am (No 9:00 am chapel
service that day). Our District Prayer & Planning
Superintendent, Dr. Deborah Smith, will
preach, and all musical selections will be For New Year
written by African-American composers. What will the new year bring? We ask
With the ongoing work of racial for prayers and wisdom as we begin 2021,
reconciliation in our country, may we be continuing our health protocols even as new
reminded of our place in that work. vaccines offer promise for
I hope you will join us either in-person the future. A few of our
or online as we worship our Lord in spirit leadership positions
and in truth, not just those two Sundays . . . remain open and we hope
but every Sunday. some of you will consider where God may be
Additionally, I remind us all of our need calling you to serve in these challenging
to give financially to the ministry of our times. Please feel free to contact the church
office if you want more information.
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Challenges and Changes
The pandemic of 2020 continues to impact Friends and Followers Class
church scheduling and interactions, but it
presents new opportunities as well. Even The Friends and Followers Class
amid the losses of fellowship, health and continues to meet via Zoom. We meet on
finances, we are thankful for the Lord’s Wednesdays at 8 pm for fun and fellowship
faithfulness in these times. and Sundays at 1:30 pm for Bible study. All
are welcome!
Holiday Bright Spot The class just wrapped up a study on the
Good news: 2020 gifts to United Methodist book of Acts and is just getting into a new
Neighborhood Centers for Thanksgiving food book titled, “The Story of God, the Story of
provided enough funds for Christmas as well! Us: Getting Lost and Found in the Bible,” by
Sean Gladding. If you have any questions, or
want to join in on the fun, please reach out to
Mid-South Food Bank James Williams: 901-573-1711 or
Thank you, everyone, for generous jmwilliams87@gmail.com
contributions to the Mid-South Food Bank!
Mullins’ collection of $3,226 will provide New Directions Class
more than 9,700 meals for families this
Christmas. What a blessing to our commun- New Directions members meet via Zoom
ity’s most needy. God bless each of you. at 1 pm on Sundays. The class most recently
---Sandra Rice and Julia Howell finished an Advent study and is exploring
options for the new year. For information on
joining us please contact Charles or Kathy
Carter.
Lamplighter Class
The Lamplighter Class has resumed on-
site meetings, but has relocated to the
Fellowship Hall to enable greater social
distancing. We meet on Sunday mornings for
Bible Study from 10 to 10:40. For more
information, please contact Brent Milton or
Barbara Kercher.
Salvation Army Kettle Campaign Crossroads Class
Kent Stratton and others in the Mullins
Community Orchestra supported the Salva- The Crossroads Class also has resumed
tion Army’s 2020 red kettle campaign in meeting on-site. Members just completed an
multiple locations. (You may have seen them Advent study and are exploring study
featured on WREG TV news Nov. 11.) options for 2021. For more information,
Thanks to all who participated! please contact Julia Howell or Pat Mason.
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Mary and Baby Jesus Shepherd Innkeeper
Angel
Family Ministries
Christmas Celebration
Calls for Creativity
Even though the Mullins nursery and
children’s Sunday classes remain suspended
during the Covid pandemic, we continue to
look for creative ways to
celebrate our faith with
the younger members of
our church family.
A special on-site
activity took place Saturday, Dec. 12, when
children could practice social distancing and
watch a Christmas movie, “The Star,”
together. They also enjoyed decorating
cookies at individual stations, and homemade fort. Looking ahead, a Valentine
participating in photographs for our exchange and an Easter egg hunt are just a
Christmas video. (If you did not see our video few of the activities we are planning.
on Christmas Eve, be sure to check it out on Please watch for developments as we
Facebook.) continue to adapt to changing times!
In January, we will begin “Fort ---Tammy Mullins
Fellowship”! We will meet weekly via Zoom
for a Bible story and a craft, in our “Joy to the world, the Lord is come”
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Maanza a Leza Update
Thank You Note From the Headmaster
of the Sichebeya Elementary School:
“We’re very grateful for your
support, Maanza a Leeza. We have
permanent school toilets for the first
time. God bless you all. I thank you.”
2020 Progress Report
Completed VIP* Project!
Thanks to all at Mullins for supporting
*Ventilation-Improved Pit latrine
Maanza a Leza. In spite of the pandemic
which impacted schools around the globe in
2020, Maanza continued its ministry in
Zambia. A major accomplishment was
completion of six ventilated toilets for the
Sichebeya school with valuable guidance
from Muna Muzyamba, the brother of Muka
Kambol. Other highlights included tuition
sponsorships for 16 students and stipends for
villagers hurt by a 2019 drought. We are
moving forward in faith! ---Brenda Carson
Birthdays
Midway during construction
Name Date:
André Duvall ................... 1
Rick Crews ..................... 6
Grace Dillender ............ 10
James Taylor ................ 10
Dan Eddins ................... 13
Edna Williams............... 15
Clint Trusty ................... 18
Ellen Weaver ................ 19
Brenda Carson ............. 20
Nancy Eddins ............... 23
Rachael Scarbrough..... 27
David Williams .............. 31
Early excavation and site preparation (If you know of additions or changes
for this list, please notify the office.)
(No known January anniversaries)
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January Worship
Weekly on-site services are recorded and
posted online each Sunday afternoon at
vimeo/mullinsumc
Recent Concerns:
January 3---Day of Agnes Sims Jean Sibley
Epiphany Health care workers and first responders
A Covenant Renewal Service Covid 19 patients New Vaccine Program
in the Wesleyan Tradition Elected officials of our country
Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6; (Please note: Copies of the complete prayer list
Ephesians 3:1-12 are available on tables at the church entrances.
Please notify the office of additions or changes.)
January 10---Baptism of the Lord
Message: “When God Speaks”
Scripture: Psalm 29; Mark 1:4-11
Our Presence
Dec 6 Dec 13 Dec 20 Dec 27
January 17 – One Service 10:50 9 am Chapel--------14--------12-------14--------N/A
10:50 Service-------45--------55-------43--------N/A
Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Message: Dr. Deborah Smith preaching
New Member Welcome!
January 24 Mullins extends a warm
Message: “About Loving Our Neighbors” welcome to Anne Phillips, who
joined our congregation Dec. 20.
Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-18; Anne already is participating in the
Matthew 22:34-40 life of the church and we are
delighted to have her officially join
January 31 us.
Message: “It’s Not About the
Knowledge”
Scripture: I Corinthians 8:1-13
January Liturgist: Evan Alford
2021 Flower Calendar
Ushers: Julia Howell, Johnny Welch, Bill The Calendar for 2021 Altar Flowers is
Dugger, Vicki Rush, Shan & Molly Tracy posted on the office window. Please sign
up for dates in the coming year. You
may also call the church office, 685-
Communion Offering: 8253, and we will be glad to assist you. The cost
Memphis Union Mission is $50 per arrangement.
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January Contact Information
Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Scott Alford
Meetings & Special Events: scott@mullinsumc.org
(emerging information) Director of Family Ministries
Tammy Mullins
Friday, Jan. 1--- Happy New Year! tammy@mullinsumc.org
Sunday, Jan. 3---Epiphany Administrative Assistant
Wesley Covenant Service Susan Tutt
susan@mullinsumc.org
Sunday, Jan. 10---Baptism of the Lord Sunday
Church Council, 2 pm
Financial & Membership Administrator
Sunday, Jan. 17---ONE Service only, 10:50 am
Dr. Deborah Smith preaching
Lisa Crawford
Honoring the ministry of the Rev. Dr. lisa@mullinsumc.org
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Director of Music Ministries
Monday, Jan. 18---Office Closed Tom Machen
tom.machen1949@gmail.com
Thursday, Jan. 21-- February Messenger deadline
Organist/Pianist/Director of Handbells
Andre Duvall
clavier385@sbcglobal.net
General Weekly Schedule:
Sundays
9:00 am---Chapel Service (no chapel Jan. 17)
10:50 am---Worship in Sanctuary
Mullins Messenger
Various times---Sunday School
The Mullins Messenger is published
Mondays
electronically the first of each month and
6:30 pm---Handbells (off)
posted on the Mullins web page. Printed copies
6:30 pm--- Scouts (vary)
are available through the church office. Please
Wednesdays
submit articles to the office. Deadline for the
7 am-- Prayer Breakfast (off)
February issue is January 21.
10:30 am---Women’s Prayer Group (off)
5:30 pm---Fellowship Meal & Program (off)
6:45 pm---Chancel Choir Rehearsal (off)
Thursdays
6:30 pm---Mullins Community Orchestra (off)
“You Crown the No word yet on when UMW will be able to
resume circle or general meetings. Members
Year with Your and newcomers may pick up annual pledge
cards in the church office or contact Kathy
Goodness . . .” Carter to have a card mailed. Cards may be
returned to UMW basket in office as well.
---Psalm 65:11 Thank you!
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