“Remembering the Future” will be the theme as North Fayette United Methodist Church (NFUMC) begins celebrating its 25th Anniversary (1984 - 2009).

The community is invited to be a part of the festivities beginning Sunday, March 22, at 5 p.m., with a Kick-Off Celebration that includes an old fashioned tea party, a dramatic interpretaion of the anniversary theme, “Remembering the Future,” and the introduction of the Tribute Tree in the Family Life Center.

The Rev. Dr. D.B. (Dee) Shelnutt, Jr., forming pastor of NFUMC, will be the guest speaker for the evening.

Shelnutt has been in ministry for over 30 years. He is a graduate of LaGrange College and received his master’s of divinity and doctor of ministry degrees from Emory University. He has served appointments in the North Georgia Annual Conference at Fayetteville First UMC (as associate), Rock Springs/McKendree UMC, North Fayette UMC (forming pastor), St. Timothy UMC, as Augusta District Superintendent, and currently as senior minister of Johns Creek UMC.

The anniversary celebrations will continue throughout the summer and will conclude in August with revival services on Sundays, August 2, 9, 16 and 24.

A 25th Anniversary Homecoming Day will be observed August 30.

For more information on this and other upcoming events related to the anniversary celebration, visit the church website, www.nfumc.com, or call 770-461-2409.

North Fayette is at 847 New Hope Road, Fayetteville.

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