October 25

Here's what you need to know:

See you in the Morning
Sunday school Sunday Morning is the primary time for our College ministry as we seek to dig deeper into God’s Word and build relationships in a more personal setting. Sunday school takes place in room 226 at 9:00AM. This week we explore what it means to “love the World”. As always breakfast will be served.

Fish Fry
The annual Fall Fish Fry is scheduled for this evening at 5:00 PM. The church provides the fish, French fries, slaw, hush puppies, paper products and condiments. Families are asked to bring a large drink and a favorite dessert. Wear outside clothes. Bring lawn chairs or sitting spreads.

Operation Christmas Child
Join with Samaritan’s Purse and provide Christmas gifts for a child in a third world country. On Sunday, November 9 we do a one-day-all-included-blitz and will go shopping together in an effort to compile Christmas packages, pack them up at the Church, pray over them and then send them out. Cost: approx. $12 - $15 per box.

NEW Small Groups Needed
We continue to look for new opportunities to start new small groups on our various campuses and around middle Tennessee. If you are interested in leading or being involved in a small group, please contact Ken.

CANDY PARADE
All Hermitage Church children from infancy through grade 4 are invited to a Candy Parade in The Center on Wednesday, October 29, 2008, at 6:30 PM. Adults are invited to bring candy for 200 children to greet and distribute treats.

ALL CHURCH THANKSGIVING DINNER
The Hermitage Church family celebrates a Thanksgiving meal together on Sunday, November 16, 2008, at 5:00 PM in The Center. Volunteers are needed to cook a ham or turkey. Call the church office at 847-3335 to volunteer. Everyone else will need to bring a vegetable, salad, dessert and drink.

LONG STORY SHORT ENCORE
The much anticipated encore performance of Long Story Short starring Diane and Jeff Cater, Stephan Scappaticci, and Shelley Flint is scheduled for Sunday night November 23. Reserve this date and invite your unchurched friends and neighbors to join you for a hilarious dramatic reenactment of the entire bible in just 60 minutes. It’s a great way to introduce people to the gospel story in a comfortable, non-threatening atmosphere.

ROOM IN THE INN INFORMATIONAL MEETING
If you would like to be involved in this season of RITI, interested parties and Sunday School class coordinators are invited to an informational and final scheduling meeting on Sunday, November 2, 2008, at 5:00 PM in The Parlor. Veterans and newcomers are equally welcome. The College & Young Adult group is scheduled to host a night in January; plan now to get involved.


Ken Jewett
College & Young Adult Pastor
Hermitage Church of the Nazarene

October 8

I am writing this email from high in the hills of Gatlinburg.

Our college & young adult ministry has a camping trip scheduled for this weekend; however the feedback that I’ve gotten is that three days is too much time away from the studies and work. Therefore, we are planning a one day hiking trip not too far from Nashville.

The NEW plan is leaving TNU at 9am or the Church at 9:30am and heading to the John C. Clayborn Millennium Trail. Be warned: the Millennium is an eight mile hike and rated as “difficult”. Although it is only a one day hike, one attempting it should be ready for an arduous hike. That being said, for those who feel up to the challenge, the trip promises to be a memorable and worthwhile experience.

If you are planning on going:
1. Let me know: email / facebook, or talk to me in person on Sunday. I am currently in the mountains and cellphone reception is spotty.
2. Dress appropriately: comfortable shoes are a must. Light jacket if it looks like rain would be smart.
3. Pack a hearty lunch, several snacks (trail mix, granola bars, etc.) and plenty of water (at least a liter).
4. Money for a meal on the road.

Have a great day, hope to see you on Sunday!

Ken Jewett
College & Young Adult Pastor
Hermitage Church