The Rev. Dr. Jamie Jenkins
United Methodist Church
North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church
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My name is Jamie. Many people assume that is a nickname for James. But it is not. Jamie was my father's middle name. I think my Aunt Carolyn suggested the name.
Because my daddy's first name was William, as a child I can remember occasionally being called "Little Bill" by some of his friends. But most called me by my first name, Jamie.
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It was a wonderful and exhausting time.
After 33 days they are gone. The house is quiet. Less cluttered. And a little sad.
On July 16 Lena and I welcomed our two grandchildren at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. We were excited that seven year-old Jamie and four year-old Felicia arrived from Japan. Now they have returned to their "Tokyo house" and their Mom and Dad.
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Other Recent Content by The Rev. Dr. Jamie Jenkins
August 16, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes, "There is no question, some things can be improved. But some things just need to be valued and left alone." Read on...
August 09, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes about an incident on the road the other day: "Without warning and with a total stranger I encountered conflict. I didn’t see it coming and I had no clue what caused it." Read on...
August 02, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes, "Whether the church membership numbers many or few, it is important for everyone to have the sense of 'belonging.' No matter what the size of the congregation, it is possible to be known and to feel that your presence and participation is important." Read on.
July 26, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes, "The story begins in 1633 with the village of Oberammergau in a bad way, the Thirty Years War raging around it and the death toll from the bubonic plague rapidly increasing. Those still alive made a vow that if God spared them, they would put on a performance detailing Christ’s own suffering and repeat it every ten years in gratitude for their deliverance." Read on...
July 19, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes: "I wonder if God gets irritated with me when I am fearful or agitated and don’t accept the comfort and reassurance that is offered? When God speaks peace to me, why do I reject it? Why are my circumstances more convincing than the reality of God’s Presence?"
July 12, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes, "Creative thinking, risk taking, industriousness, and many other characteristics ... are essential to Pixar’s success. But [one of the founders], referring to the process of making Toy Story, said they believed that 'people are more important than ideas.' That might be the key."
July 05, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins was one of 55,000 participants in Atlanta's 41st annual Peachtree Road Race on July 4 (along with Day1 host Peter Wallace!). Here are Jamie's thoughts about the meaning of this massive 10K event, written in anticipation of it.
June 28, 2010
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Yesterday was the second Sunday after Annual Conference. In many United Methodist churches in North Georgia it was the first Sunday for the new pastor. In others it was the time to celebrate the return of pastors for another year.
June 14, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes, "I had a revelation (you might not call it that) while cutting the grass last week..." Both lawn care and church polity have different means but one goal. Read on...
June 07, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins offers some lessons learned from last week's Major League Baseball blown call, which deprived pitcher Armando Galarraga of a perfect game.
May 31, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes: "...Memorial Day is not about division. It is about reconciliation; it is about coming together to honor those who gave their all for the freedoms that we enjoy--and often take for granted." Read on...
May 24, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes, "...On this date in 1738 John Wesley, the Father of Methodism, experienced his 'heart strangely warmed.'" The rest is history. Read on...
May 17, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes on the itinerant system in the United Methodist Church: "There are many reasons to change leadership--of a basketball team or a church. Tenure and ‘shelf-life” may be factors, but just needing a change is probably not enough." Read on...
May 10, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes, "Important moments in our lives need to be celebrated and remembered. But maybe, just maybe, we can do that in ways that are not only memorable for us but also beneficial for others." Read on...
May 03, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes, "Please join with me and our brothers and sisters across the nation every day but especially this Thursday as we 'pray in thanksgiving for our freedoms and blessings and to ask for God's continued guidance, grace, and protection for this land that we love.'"
April 26, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes, "The words and deeds of everyday and ordinary people have power. They build up or they tear down." Have you experienced that for yourself?
April 12, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins gained some interesting insights while he attended this year's Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, GA.
April 05, 2010
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During a mission trip to Honduras, enjoying a week without a cell phone or computer, Jamie Jenkins remembered the instruction of the Bible that those who have much are expected to be generous with what they have. "I experienced the truth that it really is more blessed to give than to receive."
March 29, 2010
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During Holy Week, Dr. Jamie Jenkins reminds us: "Without Jesus' humble obedience there would not have been an empty tomb and a resurrection. As we prepare for Easter, let us think of ourselves the way Christ Jesus thought of himself."
March 22, 2010
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After a few good customer service experiences, Dr. Jamie Jenkins wonders what churches can learn about making visitors feel more welcome.
March 15, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins writes, "It is the presence of God that makes any place 'holy.' The psalmist said there is no place where God is not present."
March 01, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins reflects on his experiences as a parent, and shares encouragement for the roller coaster ride all parents must endure.
February 15, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins reminds us that Lent offers us a wonderful opportunity to be intentional about who or what we are following.
February 08, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins takes a look at the orphan situation in Haiti, and reminds us to do the right thing in the right way.
February 01, 2010
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Good customer service is essential to any endeavor that deals with people. So why do churches often ignore it?
January 25, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins on the call of every baptized believer to use his or her gifts to serve in Jesus' name.
January 18, 2010
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On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Dr. Jamie Jenkins shares some lessons learned through his lifetime about racial reconciliation and the hope of dreams come true.
January 11, 2010
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins starts the new year pondering different ways to deal with life's problems.
December 28, 2009
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins reflects on his 41 years of marriage and offers advice on how to make relationships thrive.
December 14, 2009
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A record album by the Robert Shaw Chorale prompts Dr. Jamie Jenkins to ponder the many moods of Christmas.
December 07, 2009
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins offers some suggestions on how to make Advent and Christmas more meaningful this year.
November 30, 2009
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As we enter the season of Advent, Dr. Jamie Jenkins reminds us who we're waiting for--and what we should be doing in the meantime.
November 24, 2009
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The Rev. Dr. Jamie Jenkins encourages us to give thanks to God, at Thanksgiving and every day, regardless of our circumstances.
November 17, 2009
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Dr. Jamie Jenkins explores the struggles churches are experiencing with their finances--and suggests ways we can all save money in order to give more generously to God's work.
November 09, 2009
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Jamie Jenkins takes a look at the upcoming movie "2012" which portrays a predicted devastation of Planet Earth.
