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Announcements / Upcoming Events

Mother Daughter Dinner will be held on Sunday, May 4 at 5:00 p.m. for ALL females of the church. We will be enjoying a homemade meal of meat lasagna with special accompanying dishes. The Monroe Men will be helping to serve the meal. Join us to hear Bob Bracilano and his magical ministry. This will appeal to all ages! A free will offering will be taken to cover expenses. Please make your reservations by calling the church office at 774-2005 before April 27.

Spring Rummage Sale: Mark these important dates on your calendar:

Tue., May 6 Set Up 9:00 a.m.
Wed., May 7 SALE 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Thur., May 8 SALE 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Fri., May 9 CLEAN UP 9:00 a.m.

We are proud of our efforts to help the community through this sale. People look forward to it, but, we need everyone to do his or her part in helping to make our sale a success. I am requesting again that all clothing be CLEAN AND FOLDED. If you have furniture, bikes, or larger items in good working condition, please contact us to make arrangements for drop off. Thank You for your support.

Spring Fling: On Saturday, May 17 the Health and Wellness Committee is sponsoring the second annual tea in honor of our parishioners who reside in the various retirement and nursing facilities. The United Methodist Women who have adopted various members of the church who reside in facilities and/or live at home will be invited to attend as well. The tea will be held in the Monroe Room from 2 - 3 p.m. with other light refreshments being served. Rev. Brand Eaton will be our guest speaker. The title of his talk will be “Baughman Memorial Church: A Comparative History”. The elevator will be in service and transportation arranged and provided.

Dodgeball-a-thon:Our Baughman Youth will be participating in a Dodgeball-a-thon where they will be expected to be playing dodgeball for 12 straight hours. This will be happening from Saturday, May 17 to Sunday, May 18, 8:00 p.m to 8:00 a.m. They will be working hard (but having fun at the same time) to raise money for Mission Central. Please notice the sponsor sheet on the bulletin board in the Philathea Room and make a donation towards this fun event.

Hands On Help for Mission Central: The Missions Work-area will be taking a group of volunteers to help out at Mission Central on Friday, May 30, 2008. We will work from 9 am until noon. The work will be sit-down and light labor, helping prepare health kits or school kits. Of course, if you would like other work in the warehouse it will be available. We will be car pooling from the church at 8:30 a.m. Please contact the church office at (717)774-2005 if you are interested. As disasters happen around the world you can help Mission Central be prepared to help on a moments notice.

The Baughman Bicycle Bunch is pedaling its way towards a cure for diabetes again at the 2008 American Diabetes Association Tour de Cure. The event will be held at the Yellow Breeches Middle School in Boiling Spring on May 31. You can register to ride as part of our team at href="http://www.diabetes.org/tour">www.diabetes.org/tour. In addition to the 15, 30 or 60 mile rides there is a spinning event which is new this year. There are opportunities to volunteer as well. Each rider must bring a minimum of $150. You may contribute on line to a specific rider or by check made payable to ‘American Diabetes Association’. Contact the church office for more information.

Bouquet of Tables: “Praise Trio”, a musical group composed of cello, flute and piano will entertain those who attend the annual Bouquet of Tables. This event will take place Saturday, June 7 at 10:00 a.m. in the church gym. Everyone is invited to a morning of food, fellowship and music.

Go-Getters (the over 60’s crowd):
June 11
Rainbow Theater – “Hold That Thought”
Leave Parking Lot – 10:15 am
Dinner – 11:30 am, Show 1:00
Cost $38.00
Deadline – May 27

THE BAUGHMAN TOWER CLOCK: Four New Cumberland landmarks that have helped define our church and community for nearly one hundred years are poised to be restored and returned to their rightful places on the sides of the Baughman Bell Tower, looking down over Bridge Street.

Over the winter the clock mechanism and connecting gears and drive shafts have been meticulously cleaned, repaired and lubricated in an artisan’s shop in Rochester, NY. This month they are scheduled to be brought back and remounted with additional work slated to clean the beautiful 28” Maneely bell and its striker and the repair and cleaning of the bell’s steel yoke and stand.

In the meantime, church volunteers cleaned and repaired the clock faces, sandblasting and painting the surrounding metal canisters and replacing the Plexiglas fronts and clocks’ back lights.

All of this work will cost around $25,000 plus an additional $5,000 for the lift rentals. There has been $20,000 raised through private donations and youth fundraisers. Over the next few weeks The Clock Committee will have an appeal to raise the remainder of the funds and we are hoping that each family will consider a donation of $100. If you can give more or less we appreciate any gift. Please make checks payable to Baughman UMC designated for “Clock Restoration”. Once this work is completed there is no reason why the four tower clocks can’t serve our church and community for many more generations. Thank You.

The Central Pennsylvania Conference will be hosting the Northeast Jurisdiction Conference from July 14 through July 18. Delegates and Bishops from all the conferences in the jurisdiction will gather at the Harrisburg Hilton and the Whitaker Center to elect and assign bishops, to make decisions regarding conference alignments within the jurisdiction and care for other important matters.

The Churches of the Harrisburg and New Cumberland Districts will have a special role in welcoming our sisters and brothers to our area. We will be extending hospitality in the name of our Savior and on behalf of our annual conference. Our plan is to welcome incoming delegates at both the airport and the train station, as well as in the parking garage and at the hotel entrance on Monday, July 14. We will also be providing direction and assistance within the hotel and the Whitaker Center each day of the conference. Hospitality representatives will be required from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm Monday, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Tuesday through Thursday and 8:00 am to early afternoon on Friday. Further details will follow regarding shifts, parking and shuttles to the hotel. We also plan to hold an orientation session prior to the conference. Needless to say, many volunteers are needed to make this level of hospitality possible.

This is a great opportunity for any of the groups in our church. Contact Richard Felty or Rev. JoAnn Darrow and leave your name, address, phone # and home church.

From the Health and Wellness Committee: Several people who no longer drive and are homebound or living in a retirement facility have expressed interest in attending church occasionally. We are wondering if several individuals would be willing to accept responsibility for this ministry. The question is two fold: those individuals who would be interested (if transportation can be arranged) in attending Baughman at least monthly, please contact us to make your interest known; also, those members who would be willing to assist with transportation, no more than once per month, please also contact the church to let us know of your interest. God is a God of possibilities, so we would like to determine if these possibilities may become a reality. Thank You!

Vacation Bible School: For those of you who are planning your summer vacations, please make sure you put Vacation Bible School on the calendar: June 23 - 27 at 6:15-8:30 p.m. Our theme this year is: “We Need a Hero – Heroes of the Bible." Children aged 3 through 5th Grade are invited to attend. Anyone who might be willing to donate his or her time assisting with any of the many areas of preparation for this time together, please contact Rev. Yorks.

Director of Music Ministry Sought: Baughman Memorial United Methodist Church is seeking to fill the permanent position of Director of Music, beginning July 1, 2008. The Director of Music will interface with the ordained ministers and the worship committee in planning and directing the worship music ministry of the church including the adult chancel choir, bell choir, family choir, and children’s choir. This position calls for qualities as a leader and teacher in addition to talent, giftedness and a strong educational background in music. Interested candidates should submit a resume including educational background and experience to Rev. Brand W. Eaton, Baughman Memorial United Methodist Church, 228 Bridge Street, New Cumberland, PA 17070 or contact us via email.

Prayer Shawl Ministry: Do you knit or crochet? If so, the UMW extends an invitation to you to join together in the Linebaugh Parlor at 1:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month to participate in the Prayer Shawl Ministry. This ministry began as a gesture to leave a small gift of love with a person. When we pray over the shawls we knit, we know the shawl will be given to a person who needs to be comforted. By knowing prayers are knitted in the Shawl, love is with them and they are not alone. Come and learn about this very exciting mission. Please bring #13 knitting needles and 3 – 6 oz. skeins of yarn.

Intercessory Prayer Group: On Wednesday mornings at 9:30 a.m., you’ll find a new group meeting in the Linebaugh Parlor. The Intercessory Prayer group gathers to support one another and lift up praises and concerns from the congregation.

Pew cards are available each Sunday for requests. These are collected and shared within the prayer group. People with specific needs are invited to attend and receive prayer support. Anyone who is interested in being part of the group is welcome to attend. Special thanks to those who have come to pray and those who have shared orally or in writing prayer requests.

Contact us via email to be a part of the group, or if you have questions.

One Incredible Dog! "Boone": Summit Search and Rescue, along with Terri and Jim Heck, with Boone and Commanche, announce the publication of a children’s book honoring the work that these marvelous bloodhounds do. With Boone as the star, the book takes children along as he visits a school, finds a lost child, reunites a grandfather with his family and apprehends a bad guy. Important safety tips are shared along the way. This book is marketed for kids 3-11, but is suitable for the child in all of us. Written by a local author, and illustrated by an internationally known award winning illustrator, it is a beautifully presented hard cover book. Books are available from www.moopress.com or directly from Terri and Jim. They will soon be available also through your local or on-line retailer. Retail $15.95 plus PA Sales Tax or through Terri and Jim for $16.00 ($15.10 plus .90 PA tax). Boone will gladly paw print your books. Any questions or to order your copy, contact Jim and Terri.

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Health Corner

In Crohn’s disease, there is an abnormal immune response, whereby white blood cells infiltrate the intestinal lining, causing chronic inflammation. It generally affects the end of the small intestine (ileum) and the beginning of the last intestine (colon), but may involve any part of the gastro-intestinal tract. The good news is there can be normal healthy bowel in between patches of diseased bowel.

It is estimated there are 1,000,000 Americans with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Males and females seem to be affected equally. Studies have shown that about 20-25% of patients may have a close relative with either Crohn’s or Ulcerative Colitis. More good news – in general, people with Crohn’s disease lead active and productive lives. There is no test to diagnose. This is determined from the patient’s history and physical exam, lab and x-ray’s, and findings on endoscopies and pathology tests.

Symptoms include loose, watery or frequent bowel movements, crampy abdominal pain, fever and at times, rectal bleeding. When symptoms are active, other symptoms may include joint pains, fatigue, skin problems and sometimes fistulas may form. While Crohn’s is a chronic disease with an unknown cause, there will be periods when the disease flares, followed by periods of remission when symptoms subside, as is common with many chronic illnesses. I’ve named the cycle: Flare and Repair.

The goal of treatment is to suppress the inflammation, which permits the intestinal tissue to heal, thus reducing symptoms. The groups of medication used to treat Crohn’s disease today are: aminosalicylates, corticosteroids, immune modifiers, antibiotics. Surgery only becomes necessary when medications fail to control the disease symptoms. When a flare occurs, nutrition may need to be limited to a very bland type diet. As with any disease/illness or any other life challenge, “attitude is the paintbrush that colors every situation”. We choose the color. I choose light and bright.

Peace, Love and Blessings,
Linda Olley, R.N.
Your Parish Nurse

Inspirational Verse by Linda Olley

In 1985, I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, a life altering "invitation." I've traveled an incredible journey of personal transformation that I could not possibly have imagined. I realize God was preparing me to execute His will for my life: to become a parish nurse.

During the past ten years, I have been writing poetry and utilizing poems as an important part of my ministry to others who are experiencing pain and suffering, as God continues to inspire and lead. Two books of inspirational verse have been published and are available through the church for ten dollars each. This money is used to provide for the continuing health ministry needs of our congregation. God is good! Faith is believing, and believing is achieving. It is our source for help and hope.

From A Book of Inspirational Verse by a Parish Nurse:

Faith

My faith is rock hard, never broken, and always strong
The certainty that thy will be done,
even when things do go wrong.
Then comes the calm in the turbulent sea
I reach out to God, and his right hand finds me.

When all else appears fruitless, our God remains true
To provide spiritual energy for me and for you
Just move one step forward, and God will take more
Like wings on eagles, your strength will soar.

There is no task too great or too small
That you cannot accomplish when you give it your all.
Sometimes you cry and the tears cleanse your soul
Oh, the solace you will find as your faith really grows.

From Steeple of Hope: A Book of Inspirational Poems by Linda Olley:

Uncertainty

If you knew tomorrow, would it change today?
Life is full of surprises, that is life's way
Tomorrow is an invitation, so don't open it today
Just live "to now," and trust and obey.

In worrying about something that may never be
You rob today of the mystery
There is no warranty for your journey in life
And dwelling on the unknown will cause you strife.

When you awaken each morning, thank God you're alive
It is your future from yesterday, don't disregard.
While tomorrow is uncertain, and yesterday is past
You have today, so make it last!

Order your book by sending ten dollars to:

Baughman Memorial United Methodist Church
228 Bridge Street
New Cumberland PA 17070

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United Methodist Women

DELTA House: For those kind souls who bring diapers in for this much needed shelter for women and children, please note that they are in dire need of these sizes only: #1, #2, #4 and Pull Ups sized medium and large. If you bring them in, we will deliver them.

CAMPBELL LABELS are being collected for the Labels for Education program on Campbell products such as soup and V8 beverages for the Neighborhood Center in Harrisburg. UPC Codes on the products (not entire label) are needed in order to participate in this project. Saving these UPC Codes will help Neighborhood Center obtain items for their education program. The clipped labels can be placed in the marked box in the Philathea Room. Sheets giving more details will be placed on the bulletin board in Philathea Room.

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