Welcome to New Members Connie Norwood and Kathy O'Brien - A warm Mount Zion welcome is extended to our newest members who joined the church on Sunday, January 15, 2012. Peggy and Henry Bodie - Charles and Pam Baker - Mount Zion extends a warm welcome to Charles and Pam Baker. Charles graduated from Clemson University in 1974. After working in textiles for 25 years, he now serves as a financial consultant with Strickland & Baker Financial, Inc. in Clemson.  He has served on the Foothills YMCA board as well as holding the office of president on the board. Charles has also coached multiple sports at the Y and the Clemson Area Soccer Club. Pam graduated from Western Carolina University and then taught school in North Carolina for 10 years. She is now employed at Clemson Elementary School in the school’s office. The Bakers have two sons, Brian and Sean. Pam is one of the newest members in our choir. Sonny and Jill  Sims - It is really a “welcome back” to Sonny and Jill Sims. Both Sonny and Jill grew up in Central. They attended Mount Zion as children. Jill’s parents, Hal and Bobby Garrett, are long-time members of Mount Zion. Sonny’s parents, Johnny and Sherrill Sims, moved during his senior year at Daniel High School and now reside in Campobello. Even though Sonny and Jill had known each other for some time, they did not date and marry until after college. Their son, Mason, was born while they were living in Charleston. Although Sonny has a degree in Horticulture and has worked as a certified arborist, he now owns his own investment and insurance business, The Sonny Sims Agency, in Seneca. Jill’s degree is in Fashion Merchandising and she is currently an independent sales consultant with Willow House. Mason enjoys playing basketball and golf. Ron and Eileen Nonnenberg - Ron and Ellen have lived in the upstate for over 20 years, having relocated here from Savannah, GA. Ron is retired after 39 plus years of government service, nine of which involved serving in the U.S. Army. Eileen stays busy operating her business, “Occasions”, from their home. They have three daughters: Celeste, who lives in Savannah, GA; Ruth, a resident of The Woodlands, TX; and Ronni, who lives in Simpsonville, SC. Their seven grandchildren (six boys and one girl) range in age from 5 to 22. Ron and Eileen are very proud of their daughters, sons-in-law, and grandchildren.  They very much enjoy living in this very special part of Americana, and particularly enjoy Clemson athletic events and spending time with their special friends. They feel very fortunate and truly blessed being a part of Mount Zion United Methodist Church. Terry and Mary Handegan - Terry and Mary moved to Central six years ago from Hilton Head Island, SC.  Both work for RE/Max Foothills.  They have four adult children, two sons and two daughters.  Their eleven grandchildren range in age from 3-15. Big Clemson fans, Terry and Mary love to garden and play bridge. Larry and Gail Wingard - Larry and Gail moved to Keowee Key near Salem from Hartsville, SC, a year ago this past May.  Larry still works for Sonoco Products in Hartsville.  Gail has retired from teaching elementary through high school age children...mostly math. One of their three adult sons, David, is the husband of Allison Miller daughter of Lane and Jan Miller.  All three sons are Clemson graduates.  Larry and Gail have six grandchildren and are avid tennis players.  Gail enjoys signing and is a member of our choir. Welcome Back Al Cumbie - AI grew up in Central and continued the family business (Duckett Funeral Home) after graduating from Clemson University. He has been active in the community, even serving as mayor, and a long time member of Mount Zion. Current manager of Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home, he and wife Susan's blended family consists of five children, four of whom are married, and two grandchildren. Those two grandchildren are Quint and Braelin, children of Al's son Benji and his wife Heather. Also a Clemson graduate and licensed funeral director, Benji has returned to Mount Zion and Central as president and owner of Foothills Planning Services. All of the Cumbies have been known to wear a little orange from time to time! Jerry and Sharon Chandler - Jerry and Sharon have a blended family composed of five children and five grandchildren. Jerry was born and raised in Pickens and Sharon in Syracuse, New York. Sharon is a retired teacher and Jerry is a contract electrical designer on assignment at Oconee Nuclear Station. Jerry and Sharon feel very welcome at Mount Zion and are proud to become members of Mount Zion's family atmosphere. Ed and Karen Martin -  Ed and Karen have lived in Central most of their lives.  Ed is President of M.S.T Concrete Products, Inc in Central which was formerly Martin Septic Tank Company.  Karen is director of Human Resources at St. Jude Medical in Liberty.  They have three adult children, two sons and a daughter.  Ed and his business partner, Bobby Ballentine, have purchased Central Roller Mill.  He would love to talk with anyone who knows any of the history associated with this Central landmark. Ed and Karen are teaching the Youth Sunday School Class and are the UMYF leaders. David and Elaine Bullock - David is originally from Mississippi and Elaine from Georgia. They moved here from Weddington, NC just outside of Charlotte. David and Elaine have three grown children. David is a wood scientist, and Elaine has retired after 31 years of teaching math at Valdosta State and Georgia State Universities. They love Mount Zion for many reasons, especially the traditional services and the beautiful music. Elaine has just joined our choir! Steve and Terri Lee - Originally from Massachusetts and Ohio respectively, Steve and Terri moved to Central in 2007. Steve has been a plumber for 30+ years and Terri is in hotel management. Their combined families consist of two daughters and a son. Steve and Terri are enthusiastic Tiger fans and most enjoy doing family things. Terri said that "we have been so blessed to find a church home that makes us feel as welcome as all of you have and we promise to honor our commitment to God and the church family to contribute as God leads us". Lillie McPherson - Lillie is married to our pastor. Originally from St. Petersburg, Florida, she received a BA from Furman University and a MA from the University of South Florida. Hobbies include reading, knitting and gardening. David Connor - David was born in England and is retired. Hobbies include reading, gardening, and cooking.  Janet Crenshaw Bonnie Littrell Frances Rice Member Spotlight      Bill Clayton Bill has been a member of Mount Zion for 84 years. He was a small child when the current sanctuary was dedicated. Bill calls himself a "Methodist by geography" as he grew up in the white house next door to the church.      Sara Parsons Sara moved to Central with her parents and has been a member of the church since 1950. She graduated from the building next door to the church when it was Central High School. The friendly people at Mount Zion drew her to the church in 1950 and that is still true today.