ASHFORD MEMORIAL
METHODIST CHURCH​
PASTOR'S ARTICLE
Well, graduations are now in the past. School is out for the summer. Days are getting longer and the weather is warm. Finally, summer is here. This is also the time when vacations are being planned – a chance to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and relax.
Recently, Pastor Robert spoke about how Jesus would get off by Himself to pray and reconnect with the Father. This time of rest and re-connection was important to Jesus because it prepared Him to face each new challenge that each new day would bring. As you prepare your time away with family, I hope you will use your vacation time to reconnect with our Heavenly Father, His Son, Jesus Christ, and with your family. Here are some things you may wish to incorporate into your vacation.
Start the day by reading your Bible and praying for the day ahead. If you are with your family, do this together. The example you will set for your children will carry into their lives with their families.
When eating meals together, put away your electronic devices and just talk. Reconnecting in this manner will draw you closer and create wonderful memories.
Allow each family member some private time so that they can spend time resting and reconnecting with God. If they are not sure how to do that, help them. You will be creating a special habit that will help them as they grow.
At the end of the day, join together and talk about your experiences. Let laughter and joy be an important part of this time. And then, pray together, thanking God for your day, asking for His peace during the night, and requesting His guidance for the day ahead.
Finally, once everyone is tucked into bed and you finally get to lay your head on your pillow, say a very simple prayer. “Thank you, Father.”
Enjoy your summer. My prayer is that we are all strengthened in our faith and our walk with God so that we face the fall with excitement and anticipation knowing God is doing wonderful works through His Children at Ashford Memorial Methodist Church.
In Christ,
Pastor Len
MUSIC AND WORSHIP
Sunday Worship Schedule
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9:00 am Worship Service
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10:00 am Adult Sunday School
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11:00 am Worship Service
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Ashford offers two traditional worship services at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. The format of these services are identical, with the exception that there will not be a choir or children's church offered at the 9:00 a.m. service.
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The 9:00 a.m. service offers Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month for those who wish to partake of the sacrament on a more frequent basis.

The 11:00 a.m. service will be streamed through our YouTube page, Ashford Memorial Methodist Church. You can find it at this link: Ashford YouTube Channel. The 9:00 a.m. service
WILL NOT be streamed on YouTube.
TITHES AND OFFERINGS
Thank you for continuing to support Ashford financially. We are blessed to be able to continue to support our missions, service people, and ongoing church expenses.
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Ashford now has a Pushpay account. If you choose to donate electronically, please scan the QR code or use this link.
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As always, checks can be mailed to P. O. Box 344, Watkinsville, GA 30677.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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​​Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet the first & third Wednesday of each month in the Fellowship Hall from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Anyone interested in this ministry is welcome. You don't have to be an advanced knitter. Those who crochet are always welcome, too.​
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Monday Morning Ladies Bible Study meets at 10:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. This Bible Study includes a video series followed by small group table discussion. The new study began on May 12th and concludes on June 30th. For questions, call the church office at 706-769-6928.
Monday Night Disciple 4 Bible Study meets at 6:30 p.m. This study will begin in August. Details to come this summer.
Thursday Morning Men meet at 7:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall and is led by Pastor Robert. Bring your Bible. All men are welcome.
The Bible Recap Plan
Many members of AMMC are reading through the Bible in 2025 via the Bible Recap. This study is done on an individual basis . For more information, email Ellen Elder.
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Ashford Memorial Methodist Youth
AMMY will meet on Sunday evenings from 5:30-7:00 p.m. in the Youth House and will be led by Chris Davis. The following trips are planned this summer:
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High School Mission Trip - June 23-27
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Middle School Summer Camp - July 13-16.
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Summer Service Projects
The Ashford Youth are looking for Summer Service projects to do. If you would like to have some help around the house on a Sunday afternoon please, contact Chris Davis.
MISSIONS
Ashford Memorial Methodist actively supports many local and international missions. You can view our recent and upcoming activities in our June Missions Newsletter. ​Contact our missions coordinator to find out how you can help.
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CONTACT US
Physical Address: 1 South Main Street
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 344
Watkinsville, Georgia 30677
The Ashford Church Office is located in the Murray House (the yellow house across the parking lot). As a reminder, the church office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00-3:00 with an hour lunch break.
Office (706) 769-6928
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THE CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday