ASHFORD MEMORIAL
METHODIST CHURCH​
PASTOR'S ARTICLE
I will never forget the sign I saw posted in the hallway of a school. On the bulletin board was a photograph of a coffee cup, filled with coffee. On bold letters was written these words:
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The Coffee Cup Theory.
What is the coffee cup theory? It’s this: when you get bumped, what’s on the inside will come out.
How true that is! I pray for God to do His work on the inside of us, so that what’s inside of us will always be love, peace, firm conviction, joy - beautiful qualities born through being in God’s presence. I pray that what will not be inside of us would be fear, jealousy, anger, or despair.
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​​It’s certain in life, that we will get “bumped.” Let’s be filled with the Holy Spirit daily - and even when there’s a spill, there surely won’t be a mess!
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.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Monday Morning Ladies Bible Study, 10:00 a.m. meets in the Fellowship Hall. This Bible Study includes a video series followed by small group table discussion. This study will start on Monday, September 9. They study will be “ The Gospel of John” by Melissa Spoelstra. For questions, call or text Lane Downs.
Monday Night Disciple 3 Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. This is a 32 week study containing an Old Testament Study of ‘the Prophets’ and New Testament Study of the Letters of Paul. Led by Naomi Beers and John Leffert.
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. Contact Pastor Robert or the church office with questions.
The Bible Recap Plan
Many members of AMMC are reading through the Bible in 2024 via the Bible Recap. This study is done on an individual basis with a ‘Group Me’ app check-in. For more information, email Ellen Elder.
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RETREAT OPPORTUNITIES
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Ashford Women's Night of Worship
Join us for Ashford Women's Night of Worship​, Bible Study, and Prayer. Ladies 6th grade and up are invited to attend on Sunday, October 20th 5:30-7:30 pm. Please bring a small appetizer or dessert to share, your Bible, pen, and a journal. Contact the church office for additional details.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Ashford Memorial Methodist Youth (AMMY)
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October 6: Dinner and AMMY in the Youth House (5:30-7:00)
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October 13: Dinner and AMMY in the Youth House (5:30-7:00)
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October 20th: Dinner and AMMY in the Youth House (5:30-7:00)
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October 27th: Trunk or Treat (4:00-6:00).
Ashford’s Annual meeting will be held at 10am on Sunday, October 27. All members are encouraged to attend this meeting. A packet with a proxy form will be mailed to the address we have on file.
Trunk or Treat Event
Get ready to decorate your car for our Trunk or Treat event on October 27.
Giving Sunday Update
The amazing response to Giving Sunday continues. To date, more than $700,000 has been given in cash, checks, and stock donations for our new building! With pledged future gifts and the other funds we had saved up, we have more than $2.3 million committed going into the project. To God be all the glory!
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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.
Ashford Grief Ministry Program will be offered beginning Wednesday, November 6 at 4:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. This is a Christian based 12 week series using the booklet Journeying Through Grief: A Time to Grieve. It will be open to members of the church, their families, and any friends of the family who might benefit. The group leader will be Brenda Manning who is a member of the church. If you are interested in attending, please let the church office know at office@ashfordmemorial.org
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Ushers Needed: Please sign up using the Sign Up Genius form if interested. If you have any questions contact Terry Jones.
MISSIONS
Ashford Memorial Methodist actively supports many local and international missions. You can view our recent and upcoming activities in our October Missions Newsletter.
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Contact our missions coordinator to find out how you can help.
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OCTOBER MISSIONS
Family Promise Hosting
Ashford is helping to host the guests of Family Promise at MABC from October 8 - 15. If you would like to provide a meal or volunteer your time, please use the SignUp Genius.
Keep Warm Project
Ashford Members are invited to bring in donations of coats, blankets, etc, during the month of October to benefit The Sparrow’s Nest Keep Warm Project in order to help our homeless community stay warm during the winter months.
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Lydia’s Place Meal
Ashford will be providing a meal to the students of Lydia’s Place on October 25. If you would like to help with the meal, please contact Laura Beaghan.
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.
CONTACT US
Physical Address: 1 South Main Street
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 344
Watkinsville, Georgia 30677
The Ashford Church Office has moved into 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