Hi everyone!

We have a full Sabbath planned this week: the men’s song leader workshop (now beginning at 12:30 p.m.), combined Sabbath services, Sabbath School and Teen Bible Study classes, our Feast slideshow, and our annual Thanksgiving covered-dish meal. All activities will take place at Unity Atlanta tomorrow. With so much happening, I’ll keep my introduction short and get right to the details.

1.  Men’s Song Leader Workshop — November 14, 12:30 p.m.

Current song leaders and men interested in learning to lead hymns are invited to a workshop on Saturday, November 14, at Unity Atlanta, beginning at 12:30 p.m.

Congregational singing is an important part of our worship. We will discuss its purpose, the responsibilities of a song leader, and basic techniques for leading hymns. A musical background is not required. A sense of rhythm, familiarity with the hymns, and a desire to serve are excellent starting points.

If you currently lead songs—or are a young man in your late teens or older who would like to serve in this way—please join us. For questions, contact Charlie Graby, the workshop facilitator.

2.  Combined Sabbath Service — November 14

Our combined Atlanta/Buford Sabbath service will be held tomorrow, November 14, at Unity Atlanta, beginning at 2:30 p.m.

3.  Sabbath School & Teen Bible Study — November 14

Sabbath School and Teen Bible Study classes will also meet tomorrow. Please bring a Bible (no phones) and join in the learning.

4.  Feast Slideshow — November 14 after Sabbath Services

Immediately after services tomorrow, we will enjoy our annual Feast slideshow. Thank you to everyone who shared photos from this year’s Feast! Whether or not you submitted pictures, please plan to stay and enjoy the presentation.

Photo upload link (Google Form):  https://tinyurl.com/ucg2026fotpics

You may also email photos to ucg.atlantabuford@gmail.com or text them to (251) 342-4329. If you have questions or difficulty uploading pictures, please contact Dr. Crystal Thomas, who is preparing the slideshow.

5.  Thanksgiving Covered-Dish Meal — November 14

If you have not yet signed up for our Thanksgiving covered-dish meal, please check the sign-up sheet to see what is still needed and add what you plan to bring. This will help ensure a good variety of food and enough for everyone. If you have trouble using the spreadsheet, you may text your contribution to Crystal Thomas at (251) 342-4329.

Please bring any serving dishes and utensils needed for your contributions and label them with your name. Before leaving, remember to collect your items, as well as any church utensils you used, washed, and need to return. This greatly helps our cleanup crew!

We also need a few men to volunteer to take out trash during the meal. If you can help, please visit https://tinyurl.com/3zndduuz and sign up at the bottom of the spreadsheet under “Meal Trash Monitors.”

Thank you for helping make the meal a success!

6.  Unable to Attend? Watch the Atlanta Webcast

If you cannot attend because you are not feeling well, please join us through the Atlanta webcast. The channel password is “treeoflife” (without spaces).

https://www.ucg.org/congregations/atlanta-ga

7.  UCG Atlanta Bible Study — November 17

Our next Atlanta Bible Study will be held Tuesday, November 17, at 7:00 p.m. Mr. Jerold Aust will lead our continuing study of the Gospel of John, focusing on John 14.

For those joining online, the Zoom details are below:

Zoom link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83871677401?pwd=CSoupVrJ3qHxQQaq94jgeBnQZOajZ%E2%80%A6#success

Meeting ID: 838 7167 7401    |    Passcode: 857315

8.  Savoy Automobile Museum — December 6

Interested in a day of fun and fellowship? We are planning a visit to the Savoy Automobile Museum in Cartersville, Georgia, on Sunday, December 6. Come explore the galleries and enjoy the history and design of classic automobiles.

Admission prices (as provided):

•  General admission: $17 at the gate, or $15 when purchased online in advance

•  Youth ages 3–12: $7

•  Children ages 2 and under and active military: Free

Special promotion: Because our visit falls on the first full weekend of the month, eligible Bank of America or Merrill cardholders may qualify for free general admission through the Museums on Us program. Bring an eligible card and valid photo ID, and verify the museum’s participation and the promotion’s terms before your visit.

9.  ABC Calendar Fundraiser

The ABC Class of 2027 is offering this year’s Holy Day Calendar Planners! Unlike the fully magnetic calendars of previous years, the new 11 × 17-inch wall calendars are printed on premium heavyweight cardstock. They feature a larger format, clearer printing, bigger dates, color-coded Holy Days, and plenty of room to write.

Cost: $8 each

Shipping: Calendars will be shipped in bulk to local congregations in December.

Would you like to display your calendar on the refrigerator? Check the “Include Magnets” box when ordering to receive two free adhesive magnet squares for the back.

Locally, please contact Mr. Bob McCurdy if you would like to order a calendar this year.

Proceeds support extracurricular educational and service projects for ABC students, enriching their experience and benefiting the Church. Thank you for supporting our students!

Looking for more ABC merchandise? Apparel and accessories are available through the UCG Apparel and Accessories Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/ucg-apparel-and-accessories/

Questions? Email abcfundraiser@ucg.org.

That’s all I have this evening. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow in Atlanta. Stay warm, and drive safely to services.

In love,

Philip Aust
United Church of God, Pastor
Atlanta & Buford, Georgia

Memory Verse — Daniel 2:31–33

“You, O king, were watching; and behold, a great image! This great image, whose splendor was excellent, stood before you; and its form was awesome. 32 This image’s head was of fine gold, its chest and arms of silver, its belly and thighs of bronze, 33 its legs of iron, its feet partly of iron and partly of clay.”