AUGUST/SEPTEMBER

2017

183 Lafayette Drive

Mary Virginia Taylor, Resident Bishop Oak Ridge, TN 37830-6898
Rev. Brenda Carroll, District Superintendent Office: 865-482-3209 * Fax: 865-483-4515
Lori Hopper, Administrative Assistant, Editor District email: ordist@holston.org

Greetings and Thank You!

It is great fun to continue to meet new people, lay and clergy, in the Oak Ridge District! The welcome
service and reception at Kern were very special. It was so uplifting to be greeted by friends and to be
welcomed by brand new friends. Folks have come by the office to get acquainted. Those serving on
committees have been gracious, helpful, and patient. Thank you for your kindness.

I went from the reception at Kern UMC to Fountain City UMC to attend the funeral of Bradley Gattis. It
was a huge gathering and quite a testimony to a young life that had a great impact on many others but a
life that ended too soon! We are broken-hearted at every remembrance of the pain this family bears in
these days after such tragedy. Please continue to pray for this family and for Jason as he grieves, even
when he comes back to work and begins to work with me and with the Oak Ridge District. I look forward
to having Jason at some of our future meetings. But as he wrote, he has taken on a new identity that of
a grieving father.

I look forward to our District Conference on September 10 at Kern Memorial UMC at 3:00pm. Pastors
and local church leaders should attend. But everyone is welcome. We will have a business session and a
time of worship. The business includes setting a budget for 2018, electing leaders, and electing at-large
members for the 2018 Annual Conference.

September will bring a return to routine for most of us. Maybe the pews or chairs will fill back up.
Maybe we can catch up on the budget. But I hope routine does not necessarily mean business as usual.
I hope the Holy Spirit brings a new passion to our hearts. I hope we feel the urgency to take our faith out
the doors of the church with us and to share our stories of how Jesus has changed us, walked with us, used
us to bless others, and gotten us through storms. I hope we can be excited about inviting unchurched to
accompany us to our church home. I hope our hearts grow more generous and our communities see us
in more places. I hope we reflect Jesus!

And finally, in this city, I pray for peace. Will you join me in praying for the church in the world and for
peace in the world. We are anxious about the future of both the church and the world. Jesus invites us to
be not anxious about tomorrow. May our prayers this day reflect a deep trust in the Living Lord.

Brenda

OAK RIDGE
DISTRICT CONFERENCE
Sunday, September 10, 2017
3:00pm
Kern Memorial UMC
451 E. Tennessee Avenue
Oak Ridge
Please make plans to join our brothers and sisters of the
Oak Ridge District for a time of worship, celebration of Gods
wonderful works, and to share the business and reports of the
Oak Ridge District.
Who is invited to District Conference?
EVERYONE!
What kind of business will be voted on?
DISTRICT LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
AT-LARGE MEMBERS TO 2018 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
2018 DISTRICT BUDGET
2018 DISTRICT APPORTIONMENTS
Who can vote?
While all members of our district churches are welcome to attend, the
following persons are voting members of the District Conference:
LOCAL CHURCH LEADERS: Chair of the Administrative Board/
Church Council, Lay Leader, presidents of United Methodist Youth,
United Methodist Women, and United Methodist Men, Finance Com-
mittee Chair, Lay Member(s) to 2017Annual Conference.
DISTRICT LEADERS: All members of the District Leadership
Team, chairpersons of all district boards and committees, District
Treasurer, 2017 At-Large Members to Annual Conference.
CLERGY: All clergy serving under an appointment and retired
clergy in the Oak Ridge District
What else happens at District Conference?
~ PRAISE AND WORSHIP ~
~ RECOGNITION OF FIVE STAR CHURCHES ~
~ RECOGNITION OF CHURCHES OF EXCELLENCE
IN EVANGELISM ~
AT-LARGE MEMBERS TO
2018 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Nominations are being taken for At-Large Members to
the 2018 Annual Conference. Laity will elect At-Large
Members at District Conference on September 10.
Nomination forms, found on Page 3 of this newsletter,
should be completed, signed by your pastor, and re-
turned to the district office no later than September 5
in order for names to be placed on a ballot to be voted
upon at District Conference.
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2018 Holston Conference
Calendar and Handbook/Directories
ORDER DEADLINE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2017
~ THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO PLACE AN ORDER ~
Use order form found at:
http://printedmaterials.holston.org
Mail to the Oak Ridge District Office with
check payable to Oak Ridge District.
- Cost per calendar: $9.00
- Cost per Handbook/Directory: $15.00
Order online using credit card at:
http://printedmaterials.holston.org
- Cost per calendar: $10.00
- Cost per Handbook/Directory: $16.00
Orders for the 2017 Holston Conference Journal will be
taken at a later date.
For order forms or to order online please visit:
printedmaterials.holston.org
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HOLSTON CONFERENCE
NATIVE AMERICAN MINISTRIES TEAM
GATHERING 2017
Join us for our 19th gathering as we explore
Native American culture and spirituality.
September 22-24, 2017
Coker Creek Village
Tellico Plains, TN
For more information on The Gathering,
visit our website:
http://thegathering.holston.org
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 NOMINATION FOR AT-LARGE MEMBER TO
2018 HOLSTON ANNUAL CONFERENCE - JUNE 10-13, 2018

Nominee Name

Address

Home Phone

Work/Cell Phone

Nominee Email

Church

Church Phone

Please list offices/leadership positions in the local church and if applicable, district and conference.
Information will be included on the ballot or summarized if necessary.
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Pastors Signature (Required):_________________________________________________________________________________

Please return to: Oak Ridge District Office Email: ordist@holston.org

183 Lafayette Dr. or
Oak Ridge, TN 37830-6898 Fax: 865-483-4515

Deadline: Tuesday, September 5, 2017

At-Large Members will be elected at the Oak Ridge District Conference on September 10, 2017.
The Holston Annual Conference reimburses At-Large Members actual housing/meal expenses up to a maximum per diem rate of $45.
Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate for charitable travel.

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 NEWS FOR OAK RIDGE DISTRICT CLERGY

Upcoming District Clergy Meetings: CEU NEWS

All Meetings held at First UMC Oak Ridge at For the latest continuing education
10:00am unless otherwise noted news and upcoming events from the Wesley
Leadership Institute, please visit:
Thursday, September 14 https://www.robly.com/archive?
Thursday, October 12 id=5b4516049c2be4f050f8e893c3260cee
Thursday, November 9

STEWARDSHIP
CONFERENCE
The Holston Conference Foundation, CFA,
and the Conference Stewardship Team pre-
sent this years stewardship conference.
Rev. Clayton Smith, Executive Pastor of Gen-
erosity at the Church of the Resurrection will
be speaking on generosity, stewardship, and
planned giving.
This years Worship Conference will feature Barbara
September 9 - Concord United Methodist Church Day Miller, former Dean of Worship at the Candler
Knoxville, TN School of Theology and L. Edward Phillips, Associate
September 10 - Pleasant View United Methodist Professor of Worship and Liturgical Theology and the
Abingdon, VA Coordinator of the Initiative in Religious Practices and
Who should attend: Church laity leaders, Pastors, Finance Practical Theology at the Candler School of Theology.
Committee members, Stewardship Team members, Endowment
Committees, Trustees and all who are interested in stewardship Our speakers will lead us in a conversation about how
and generosity. all Christian worship is sacramental in nature, how
Download the brochure at: doing the sacraments matters, and how the flow of
foundation.holston.org worship forms us. We will worship three times, hear
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more personal learning in our Workshops. The confer-
WHATS HAPPENING AT
ence will be hosted at The Connexion in Sevierville.
HENDERSON SETTLEMENT! This is a great opportunity to be renewed in worship
Friday, September 8 MountainTalk while enjoying the best of the Great Smoky Mountains.
New Ways of Doing Church
We will be bringing in a panel of successful pastors, church and commu- This conference is not for clergy only; all laity are wel-
nity workers, and community developers from Tennessee, Virginia and
comed and encouraged to attend as well. Sacramental
Ohio to share with us about their unconventional church starts and com-
munity development projects in both urban and rural areas. This will be identity is at the core of our Christian faith.
a great event both for clergy and lay persons who are interested in de-
veloping new ministries and outreaches, or innovating the ones you al- Notes:
ready have. 0.7 CEUs offered by Wesley Leadership Institute for
Saturday, September 23 Henderson Settlement Fall Festival this conference.

Friday, October 27 MountainTalk For more information and to register:

Retired United Methodist Bishop Ken Carder will be joining us, along with http://www.holston.org/events/2017/oct/06/
several of his colleagues, to spend a day exploring what spirituality and worship-conference/
theology look like when working with those who are dealing with demen-
tia, Alzheimers and memory loss. This class will be important to anyone
Early Bird Registration: $30
who has ministered with persons dealing with or worked with family
Deadline: Thursday, August 31, 2017
members going through these issues.
Registration after deadline: $40
For more information on these events, please contact Mike Feely at Saturday Breakfast with Barbara: $10
606-337-3613 ext 320 or at revfeely@yahoo.com After October 2, you need to register at the door
CEU credits will be offered, and overnight lodging is available for a small
extra cost.
www.hendersonsettlement.com

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 2017 UMVIM LEADER TRAINING
Saturday, November 4, 2017
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Price: $26

Trinity Center Fellowship Hall

20 Robertsville Road
Oak Ridge, TN 37830

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Who Should Attend: UMVIM Team Leaders needing this WORKSHOPS:
training and any persons interested in leading a mission SCAM-U led by Don Dare, avoid being a scam victim SCAM-U
team on a trip. will be an enjoyable upbeat way to increase your awareness of
Please bring a sack lunch. some of the many ways that we can avoid being victimized.
TALES OF THE TRAIL led by Alan Ashworth, The Appala-
This course will provide you with the tools you need to confi- chian Trail Chaplaincy Ministry hear stories of the meaningful
dently lead a mission team from your church congregation encounters between our chaplain and hikers which have result-
on a successful mission trip either within the USA or ed in increased spiritual awareness, deeper faith and stronger
throughout the world. commitment.

The cost of the course is $26, which will cover the cost of ABC's OF MEDICARE EDUCATION led by Laura Taylor,
the Team Leader Handbook that you will receive during the Laura will answer your questions and help you understand op-
training. Please pre-register so that sufficient materials will tions as you deal with Medicare and Annual Enrollment.
be available.
LUNCH: Will be provided for all who pre-register. There will be
Register online at: a couple of main course options as well as several side dishes
to choose from, dessert and beverage too.
http://holston.org/events/2017/nov/04/2017-umvim-
leader-training/ Cost for the event will be $12 per person. We hope to have
brochures and on-line registration available soon. If you have
For questions regarding the event, please contact: questions please feel free to contact the Knoxville District Office
Maxine or Bob Schultz, (865) 719-4304 or (865) 719-3230. at (865) 470-7005.

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CLASSES AVAILABLE AT CONCORD UMC
Everyone is welcome!
12-STEPS FOR CHRISTIANS
This class combines the practical wisdom of the twelve steps with the spiritual truths of the Bible. This combination
of recovery and spirituality offers Christians an effective way to work a traditional Twelve-step program and name
Jesus Christ as their higher power. Facilitated by members of the 12-step community and Pastors Wil Cantrell and
Glenna Manning. New Class begins October 2 Room E217 7:00 8:30

UNAFRAID AND UNASHAMED: FACING THE FUTURE OF THE UNITED METHODISM

Author and Pastor, Wil Cantrell will lead a 3-week study of his new text. In this study participants will explore the
opportunities and challenges facing the local church, our denomination, and society in the 21 st century.
Class meets: August 29, September 5 & 12 6:30 8:00 Room 296

FINANCIAL PEACE
Financial Peace teachings Gods way of handling money. Through video teaching, class discussions and interactive
small group activities, FP presents biblical, practical steps to get from where you are to where youve dreamed you
could be. This plan will show you how to get rid of debt, manage your money, spend and save wisely, and much
more! The class is a 9 week commitment. In addition to the course, we offer a free dinner beforehand. The course
fee is $93, but for those who successfully complete the course, the church will rebate you $50.
Class meets September 12 November 7 6:00 (Dinner) 6:30 8:00 (Study)
To register go to: fpu.com/1045799

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 2017 CLUSTER CHARGE CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
OAK RIDGE DISTRICT
Hwy. 33 Corridor Roane County/Northwest
Sunday, October 1, 3:00pm Sunday, November 5, 3:00pm
at New Tazewell UMC at Kingston UMC
Claiborne Cluster Asbury Chapel
Hansard Chapel Bradbury-Good Shepherd
Harrogate-Arthur- Mtn View Cowan Chapel
Irwins Chapel Chevront
Millers Chapel Harriman
New Tazewell Kingston
Pleasant Grove Rockwood
Thompson Chapel Swan Pond
Well Spring-Cawood Midtown Valley
Luminary
Woods Chapel
I-75 Corridor New Century
Sunday, October 15, 3:00pm
at Memorial UMC, Clinton
Andersonville-Mt Pleasant
Asbury, Clinton West
Fincastle Sunday, November 19, 6:00pm
Jacksboro-Caryville at Central UMC, Lenoir City
Jellico Central, Lenoir City
LaFollette Concord
Memorial, Clinton First Farragut
Moore's Gap First, Oak Ridge
Mt. Zion Grigsby Chapel
Norris-Sinking Springs Kern Memorial
Oneida-Rugby Road Martel
Rocky Top-Dutch Valley Oliver Springs Parish
St. Mark, Clinton Trinity, Lenoir City
Sun Oak Parish

Powell-Karns Area
Completed Charge Conference
Sunday, October 15, 6:00pm
at Beaver Ridge UMC forms are due in the District Office
Beaver Ridge on the Monday PRIOR to your
Bell's Campground
Bethel scheduled Charge Conference.
Haven Chapel
Mt Hermon
Solway Forms are available online at
Valley View-Heiskell
http://ccpacket.holston.org

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MISSIONS FUNDRAISER AT BEAVER RIDGE POVERTY SIMULATION WORKSHOP
SUNDAY, AUGUST 27
Concord UMC
Have you ever wondered what is it like to live in dire pov-
erty, to never have enough money to pay the bills or buy
the essential items you need for your family? This simula-
tion will allow us to feel what it is like to walk in the shoes
of the working poor and unemployed for a month, to keep
food on the table, a roof over their head, pay utility bills and
find a job when life has thrown a curve.

All those who work in mission should join us, so we can

better understand the lives of our neighbors living at or be-
low the poverty line and see this issue from a new perspec-
tive. 2:30 - 6:30 pm, Concord UMC Gym, includes work-
shop & a light supper.

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Trinity UMC remembers, looks to the future

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Trinity UMC in 1925 Trinity UMC today

CHURCH CELEBRATIONS
Trinity United Methodist Church in Lenoir City is proud of
HAVEN CHAPEL UMC its history of ministry and service. As members prepare for
220 Raccoon Valley Rd. Powell their 150th anniversary celebration on Sunday,
125th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION September 10, they are remembering the past and focus-
Sunday, August 20 ing on the future.
11:30am Trinity offers traditional music and liturgy each Sunday with
an invitation to encounter the holiness of God through
song, creeds, responsive readings, prayers, partaking in the
Sacrament of Holy Communion and the Word of God.
Rev. Kristie Banes is serving her second year as leader of
Trinitys congregation. Former pastor Rev. Andy Ferguson
SOLWAY UMC
3300 Guinn Rd. Knoxville
and Rev. Henry Lenoir, a descendant of the churchs found-
ing family, will assist in the Worship Service on Celebration
HOMECOMING Sunday.
Sunday, September 24
Worship will begin at 10:30 a. m. on September 10th. The
10:45am church will also be open from 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. on
Saturday, September 9th, for those who cannot attend the
worship service on Sunday.

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LAY SERVANT MINISTRIES

The Oak Ridge District will be scheduling training sessions over the remainder of 2017. Please let the District Office
know if there are specific courses you need or want. Currently there are classes scheduled in Knoxville (August 26)
and Johnson City (November 11).

Below is the registration for classes in the Knoxville District. Please note the deadline for registration is August 18.
Please contact Bobby Stair bsstair@comcast.net for late registration.

All courses required for Lay Speaker will be offered in Johnson City on November 11 (with sufficient registration).

For additional information on these courses and on Lay Servant or Lay Speaker Ministries, please contact Diane James
at dianejames1951@gmail.com

Knoxville District Lay Servant Training

Saturday, August 26, 2017 8:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.
Middlebrook Pike United Methodist Church
7234 Middlebrook Pike
Knoxville, Tn. 37909
Please check the course you desire and return the form with your check prior to the deadline.
Registration Fee: $ 40.00 Registration Deadline: August 18, 2017

Basic Course Lay Servant Ministries __________

Instructor: Mr. Del Holley, Holston Conference Lay Leader
Book: Basic Course for Lay Servant Ministries

Advanced Course # 1 United Methodist Heritage __________

Instructor: Rev. Bob Hayes , Retired Holston Conference Pastor
Book: The United Methodist Way: Living Our Beliefs

Advanced Course # 2 Preaching __________

Instructor: Rev. Dennie Humphreys, Retired Holston Conference Pastor
Book: Go Preach

The registration fee includes breakfast snacks and lunch and snacks on Saturday and course book.

Name: _____________________________________ Select your choice of course above and return

Address: ___________________________________ this form with your check made to:
__________________________________________ Knoxville District for $ 40.00 - Please mail to:
Phone: ____________________________________ Bobby Stair
E-Mail: ____________________________________ 2511 Ancient Oak Lane
Church/Charge: _____________________________ Knoxville, TN 37931

Questions: Contact Bobby Stair, District Lay Servant Director bsstair@comcast.net or 865-776-0580.

I have special dietary requirements and cannot eat: ________________________________________

Creation Care: To be good stewards of the environment, please bring your own cup to drink from for
the day.

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 HOLSTON ADMINISTRATIVE
PROFESSIONALS
CONFERENCE & RETREAT
September 27-29, 2017
Hilton Garden Inn | Gatlinburg, TN
We are pleased to announce that our 2017 HAP Retreat
will take place in Gatlinburg at the Hilton Garden Inn
from September 27 - 29.
We will have an exciting group of speakers this year:
Carla Testerman (Health and Wellness)
Chris Luper (Communications & Social Media)
Lauri Jo Cranford (Healthy Boundaries)
A panel of experts, including Charles Maynard and
Gatlinburg firefighters, on personal safety and
emergency measures during a local disaster.
Enjoy the company of your colleagues in learning, in
music and prayer, and let us not forget dining and
shopping amidst gorgeous mountain scenery!
Visit HAP.holston.org
Late Registration Accepted: August 16-22
Register Here
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Rockwood United Methodist Church is looking for a
Choir/Music Director. This is a part-time position.
Contact Dr. David Lord. davidalord43@gmail.com or
(865) 617-4938.
Concord UMC seeks two part-time (15 hours) Student
Ministry Interns. Interns work with Pastor of Student
Ministry to disciple students in 6-12 grades. Interns will
also focus on developing an outreach ministry as a compo-
nent of the overall Student Ministry. See complete job de-
scription. For questions and applications, contact Chris Lu-
per at cluper@concordumc.com. Resumes will be accepted
until August 25.
UTK WESLEY FOUNDATION TURNS 50!
This fall marks the 50th anniversary for the Wesley Founda-
tion building at UTK. Please help us celebrate this milestone
and plan for the next 50 years of ministry.
Come celebrate Friday, September 22, 2017, 6:30-
9:30pm.
Catering by Cafe 4 and music by Megan and her Goody
Goodies!
DISTRICT YOUTH
FESTIVAL OF GIFTS & TALENTS
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12
7:00pm
CONCORD UMC WORSHIP CENTER
Please save the date and begin gathering your groups
talent offering! A form for registering your group is
available from the district office. One talent offering
will be chosen to represent the Oak Ridge District at
Resurrection 2018.
For more information, contact Chris Luper at
cluper@concordumc.com
Beaver Ridge United Methodist Church, Karns area
of Knoxville, seeks part-time Choir Director
(approximately 4 hours per week). Primary responsibili-
ties include directing choir for Sunday services; attending
mid-week choir practices and development of a youth
choir program. Position requires vocal/piano skills as
well as choral conducting background with ability to di-
rect/develop choir. Experience in educational or church
setting is preferred. Salary is negotiable depending on
training and experience. Job description available by re-
quest. (We also have hand-bells available) Interested
persons should respond to blloyd@beaverridgeumc.com
with resumes and inquiries by September 6.
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 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

SEPTEMBER 2017
4 LABOR DAY, Conference and District Offices Closed
5 DEADLINE FOR NOMINATIONS FOR AT-LARGE MEMBERS TO 2018 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
8 MOUNTAIN TALK, Henderson Settlement, Frakes, KY
9 PROPEL STEWARDSHIP CONFERENCE, Concord UMC
10 DISTRICT CONFERENCE, 3:00pm, Kern Memorial UMC
14 DISTRICT CLERGY MEETING, 10:00am, First UMC Oak Ridge
14 DEADLINE TO ORDER 2018 CALENDARS & 2017-18 HANDBOOK/DIRECTORY
16-17 UMW ANNUAL MEETING & OFFICER TRAINING, The Connexion, Sevierville, TN
22 UTK WESLEY FOUNDATION 50th ANNIVERSARY, 6:30pm-9:30pm
22-24 HOLSTON CONFERENCE NATIVE AMERICAN GATHERING, Coker Creek Village, Tellico Plains
23 HENDERSON SETTLEMENT FALL FESTIVAL, Frakes, KY
27-29 HOLSTON ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS CONFERENCE & RETREAT, Gatlinburg, TN

OCTOBER 2017
1 HWY. 33 CORRIDOR CLUSTER CHARGE CONFERENCE, 3:00pm, NEW TAZEWELL UMC
2 KNOXVILLE/OAK RIDGE DISTRICT RETIREE LUNCHEON, 10:30am, Fountain City UMC, Knoxville
6-7 CELEBRATING THE SACRAMENTS: DISCOVERING AUTHENTIC WORSHIP WORKSHOP,
The Connexion, Sevierville, TN
12 DISTRICT CLERGY MEETING, 10:00am, First UMC Oak Ridge
15 I-75 CORRIDOR CLUSTER CHARGE CONFERENCE, 3:00pm, MEMORIAL UMC, Clinton,
15 POWELL/KARNS AREA CLUSTER CHARGE CONFERENCE, 6:00pm, BEAVER RIDGE UMC
27 MOUNTAIN TALK, Henderson Settlement, Frakes, KY

NOVEMBER 2017
2 KNOXVILLE/OAK RIDGE DISTRICT RETIREE LUNCHEON, 10:30am, Fountain City UMC
4 UMVIM LEADER TRAINING, 10:00am-3:00pm, Trinity Center Fellowship Hall, Oak Ridge
5 ROANE COUNTY/NORTHWEST CLUSTER CHARGE CONFERENCE, 3:00pm, KINGSTON UMC
9 DISTRICT CLERGY MEETING, 10:00am, First UMC Oak Ridge
9 SEASONED SOULS SENIOR ADULT FESTIVAL, 9:00am-12:00noon, Central UMC Knoxville
12 DISTRICT YOUTH FESTIVAL OF GIFTS & TALENTS, 7:00pm, Concord UMC
19 WEST CLUSTER CHARGE CONFERENCE at CENTRAL UMC, Lenoir City, 6:00pm
22-24 THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY, District Office Closed

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