June 7, 1932 – January 25, 2025 Louise was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She was an accomplished seamstress and occasionally worked outside her home in several secretarial jobs and sold real estate for a short while. She was a member of Peachtree City United Methodist Church since July of 1998 and enjoyed attending the Ad Loy Ho Sunday School Class. …
Seeking Answers… Together
Have you ever had a teenager ask you a question that you didn’t know the answer to? Despite believing that “they know”, students are desperately searching for the answers they don’t have about the world around them and how to navigate it the way that God would want us to. And, as you well know, once you reach adulthood, the …
Teresa Wallace
On January 19, Teresa Wallace stepped into membership here as she joined the PTCUMC family. Since joining, she has enthusiastically jumped into church life, participating in various groups and studies. Teresa’s involvement strengthens our mission to connect with the community and share the hope of the Gospel. We are excited to have her as part of our church family and …
Here and Back Again
Last year, Pastor Chris and I joined the PTCUMC staff within weeks of each other. In one of our first conversations, he asked me a question that made me pause: “Jamie, where did you learn to be a leader?” I took a moment to reflect before answering with a deep sense of gratitude, “Here.” Peachtree City United Methodist Church raised …
Everything was ready…
“…The moment God had been waiting for was here at last! God was coming to help his people, just as he promised in the beginning. But how would he come? What would he be like? What would he do? Mountains would have bowed down. Seas would have roared. Trees would have clapped their hands. But the earth held its breath. …
Faith and a Tradition of Christmas Music
As Christmas approaches, the air fills with familiar melodies—some cheerful, some solemn—all reminding us of the season’s spirit. Christmas music can be more than just a collection of songs; it is a profound expression of faith, tradition, and the theology of the birth of Christ. It carries with it a sacred story that transcends the festive cheer of the season …
Pancakes & Purpose
In the church, we sometimes hear words and phrases like “calling” and “spiritual gifts.” Do you ever wonder what those mean? Do they sound like what some people call “Christianese,” religious jargon that doesn’t connect with our daily lives filled with “normal” stuff? I assure you: the ideas represented in those words are the key to our ultimate happiness in …
Nancy Harris
Jul 2, 1937 – Dec 8, 2024 Nancy Robertson Harris, born on July 2, 1937, in Tampa, Florida, passed away on December 8, 2024, in Sharpsburg, Georgia. She is remembered for her unwavering dedication to her family, her artistic talents, and her active participation in her community. Nancy spent two years in Germany as a Secretary with the American Red …
Kim Marie Griffith
June 12, 1955 – December 7, 2024 Kim Marie Griffith, 69, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024. Born on June 12, 1955, in Wisconsin, Kim lived a life filled with love for family, nature, and animals. A devoted homemaker, she found joy in nurturing her children, grandchildren, and pets. She cherished outdoor activities like camping and beach trips, sharing her passion for …
A Little Bit More
“And he puzzled and puzzled ’till his puzzler was sore. Then the Grinch thought of something he hadn’t before. What if Christmas, he thought, doesn’t come from a store. What if Christmas, perhaps, means a little bit more.”― Dr. Seuss It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas is upon us, though it seems there is never enough time to …