September, 2000
Keeping Members and Friends Informed
Promoting Fellowship
Contributing to Spiritual Growth
Where Jesus Called His Disciples
By Sue Mills, CUMC Member
During June 19-July 4, eleven members of Central UMC went to the Oberammergau
Passion Play and toured Israel. I left with high anticipation. I was not
disappointed – the trip was everything I had hoped for and more.
Traveling through Switzerland, Austria, Germany, and Liechtenstein, we moved
through breathtaking scenery of the Alps contrasting with sweeping green
valleys. The Passion Play is presented by the townspeople of picturesque
Oberammergau every ten years. It is held on a large outdoor stage with covered
seating for an audience of 5000. In addition to the spiritual atmosphere,
this magnificent depiction of the events of Holy Week lends an understanding
of the human dimension of Jesus, which has a powerful impact. During the
following days we went to many places including monasteries, churches, castles,
and the cities of Innsbruck and Salzburg, learning much about the area's
history.
Finding ourselves again in mountains and valleys, we visited several sites
in Israel near the Sea of Galilee where Jesus called most of the disciples,
taught, and performed the miracles of walking on water and the loaves and
fishes. A special moment was when we had devotions in a small boat on the
Sea of Galilee.
In Israel we saw archeological digs, churches, and cities, including visits
to Cana where Jesus turned the water into wine, Jericho, Nazareth, Bethlehem,
and the Jordan River. Among others, we toured the Dead Sea area, Qumran where
the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, and Massada.
Going on to Jerusalem, we visited sites believed to be those of Jesus'
persecution, imprisonment, crucifixion, and burial. The humanness of Jesus
became very real once again as we walked the rocky hills where Jesus walked.
Especially meaningful were the many churches, site of the Upper Room, Garden
of Gethsemane, the Via Delorosa, and the garden tomb where we held a communion
service.
In this world of ongoing conflict, armed soldiers mingled with people of
different countries, faiths, and cultures. Echoing 2000 years of hope, high
on a building hung a banner that said "May there be Peace in the land of
Peace."
Pastor's Pen
It is hard to believe that summer is over. But it has been a good one. For
me, it involved a trip to Oberammergau and the Passion Play, other sightseeing
in Germany and Austria, and a trip to Israel. It was glorious. This summer
also involved co-deaning an elementary camp, going to family camp, and hosting
and participating in my parents 50th wedding anniversary celebration. Except
for too much family separation as the family came and went, it has been a
good summer.
I used to lament that the church program slowed down during the summer. It
seemed inconceivable that Christ would expect us to be less worshipful, less
service-oriented, and less diligent in our discipleship during the summer.
But there is another side to it, and that is that the summer is our Sabbath.
As a Sabbath, it is not just a time to take a break from some churchly duties,
but it is a time to regenerate so that our discipleship can be more effective
and focused during the rest of the year. Sabbath is not just a chance to
rest, but a chance to recharge the batteries for greater and higher
purposes.
It is always a joy to see people return in the fall after vacations, re-creation,
and family gatherings - those things that make up a Summer Sabbath. Thanks
be to God for the Sabbath of Summer.
John Boley
Member Death
Maxwell Murningham, July 13, 2000
Please take note:
Needing Your Support
Peter and Estela Hudy and family have made their move to Decatur, Georgia
to begin their missionary training. Peter says it is VERY hot, but they have
mature pine trees in the yard by their housing unit provide good shade. The
boys begin school the week before classes begin for Peter and Estela, giving
them an adjustment period to their new surroundings. They would very much
like to hear from their church family at Central. They feel they cannot proceed
on this journey without our support.
Peter and Estela Hudy, 1703 Clifton Road, NE Suite F-4, Atlanta, GA 30329-4037.
(404)-727-2038.
Church Conference.
This year's annual Church Conference will be held on Wednesday, October 18th
at 7:30 p.m. All are invited. The Staff Parish Relations Committee will meet
with the District Superintendent at 6:45 p.m.
Bishop's Installation Service
Central will be hosting the installation of our new Bishop, Linda Lee, on
Sunday, September 24th at 3:00 p.m. There will be a reception for Bishop
Lee in our Fellowship Hall after the service. We are responsible for
refreshments. We will need many hands to assist us in hosting this event.
Stay tuned for more information.
FaithQuest Training
If you are interested in receiving training in FaithQuest, a new United Methodist
Bible Study, which will be held on September 14 – 16, please contact
John Boley or Pamala Phillips.
Help Needed
For someone to work on the area at the front of the church on Ottawa. Phone
Dottie Stark (482-7834), if you are available. Thanks for all the helpers
that have made our church yard attractive this summer.
Potter Park Thanks Central
Thank you so very much for the best Vacation Bible School experience ever!
Your hospitality was greatly appreciated. I know that our youth felt honored
to be able to share their gifts and be recognized for their cheerful giving.
We look forward to joining you again in our common quest to seek "God's Plan
for 'Us'" Grace and Peace...from Cris Bobier, Director, Potter Park UMC.
Recliner Chair Needed
Mrs. Leona Martin, one of our members who resides in the Ingham County Medical
Facility on Dobie Road, is in urgent need of a vinyl or leather large recliner
chair that has a built-in foot rest. A used one in good condition would be
quite sufficient. If you have one, or know the availability of one such chair,
please telephone Frank Anderson (323-6968) or e-mail him at TARPITCH@AOL.COM.
Pickup and delivery can be arranged.
Host Families Needed
In October the Choirsociety of Munster-Breloh-Soltau, Germany will visit
Lansing as part of the Blue Lake International Exchange Program. They will
arrive Saturday, October 28, and leave Tuesday, October 31. Housing is needed
for 90 people, ages 10 to 76. If you can help, call Cinda Eltzroth, Lansing
Host Chairperson, 517-393-8228. E-mail is CLEltzroth@aol.com.
God be with you Jim
Prayers for Jim Mort as he begins Ecumenical Theological Seminary on September
18, 2000. God be with you on your spiritual journey.
Central's Newest Staff Members
Pamala Phillips, Central's new Education Director
Pamala Phillips, came to Lansing in the fall of 1999 and joined our staff
in April, 2000. A Hoosier born in Mishawaka Indiana, Pamala has lived in
Florida, Alabama, Louisiana, and most recently Central Illinois. A graduate
of Bethel College, she completed the majority of her graduate work in Educational
Leadership at The University of South Alabama.
Prior to coming to Central, Pamala worked primarily in healthcare, in patient
care and hospital administration. She was an Instructor in the College of
Allied Health at the University of South Alabama, and McNeese University
in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Most recently, Pamala owned and operated two
start up companies which provided consulting services to hospitals and healthcare
systems in the area of strategic planning, business development, and
marketing.
Pamala has been actively involved in lay leadership and direction for Sunday
School, Church, and Youth Programming for over 20 years. She now enjoys and
values the opportunity to commit her time and energy to full-time Christian
Education and programming.
Alice Generalow, Central's new Chancel Choir Director
Alice was born in Nyack, New York, and recently lived and worked in Fairfield,
New York. She has an Associate's Degree in Liberal Arts from Herkimer County
Community College, as well as a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music and in English
from the State University of New York at Albany in Albany, New York.
In a graduate assistant's position at Bowling Green State University, Alice
conducted several ensembles on a regular basis, tutored and coached
undergraduates, and evaluated their performances. She has served as a chamber
vocalist at First Congregational Church in Toledo, Ohio, and administrative
assistant at Albany Pro Musica in Albany, New York. Alice is an active member
of the American Choral Directors' Association, and has participated in its
Choral Journal Writing Fellowship program.
Ms. Generalow brings to Central the rich traditions of her Russian Orthodox
background, and an enthusiasm for the mixing of cultures and composers within
the worship setting. She classifies herself as an eclectic when describing
her personal tastes in music, is an oboist, and sings beautifully.
Alice is a voracious reader, focusing particularly on cookbooks and the testing
of recipes. (Just think of all the opportunities we can offer her!) She also
likes to swim and is a beginning gardener.
Crop Walk on October 8th
Come rain or shine, many people are gearing up to join in the Greater Lansing
CROP WALK, on Sunday, October 8, at 1 p.m. The 10-K walk will begin and end
at Dwight Rich Middle School. Organized locally, the CROP WALK has set a
goal of recruiting 500 walkers and raising $75,000 to help stop hunger here
in our community and around the world, through self-help development initiatives.
A portion of the funds raised here in Lansing will go to Advent House, American
Red Cross Regional Food distribution Center, The Garden Project, Harvest
House, Haslett Community Church Food Pantry, Potter Park Outreach, Southside
Community Kitchen and Volunteers of America. Last year, 400 walkers raised
more than $54,940 in the Greater Lansing CROP WALK.
The Greater Lansing CROP WALK is one of some 2,000 CROP WALKS taking place
around the country this year. These interfaith, community events are sponsored
by Church World Service, the relief, development, and refugee assistance
arm of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the U.S.A. CROPWALKERS
are urged to ask family, friends, and co-workers to sponsor them for this
event.
Sponsor envelopes will be available in Fellowship Hall during coffee hour
beginning September 10. For more information contact Vicki Cool at 487-6106
or Justin Sleight at 482-6476. If you can't walk, you can contribute to a
walker and become part of Central's team effort to impact hunger here in
Lansing and the world.
United Methodist Women
By Pat Mort, President
Quilt Show September 17
UMW's Loving Stitches Quilt Show is set for Sunday, September 17, 1 p.m.
– 5 p.m., in Central's historic Sanctuary with an accompanying Victorian
Tea in the Second Floor Lounge.
We have room for 150 quilts and space is filling fast! If you have a collection
of quilts or special ones you would like to show, please contact Ann Mather
at 321-6812 or Pat Mort at 484-2356. We are looking for all kinds of quilts
– antique, contemporary, wearable, African American, baby, Native American,
Amish, wall hangings – whatever you'd like to share. The story of a
people is often told through quilts. Please share your story with us. If
necessary, we will make room for more!
We're hoping to make our Victorian Tea an event of genteel grace and beauty.
We'll be using the Silver Tea Service and would like to offer cookies, tea
sandwiches and fruit breads.
These events are being held in conjunction with the Downtown Neighborhood
Association's Home Tour and are available after Central's Progressive Dinner
with St. Pauls. The Church is a trolley stop for the Home Tour – bringing
the potential for great exposure for our Church and the quilts. Volunteers
are needed to help make the experience a good one for all concerned. If you
can help the 17th with set up, as a docent or with take-down of the quilts,
please contact Mary Nesman at 321-4153. If you can help by providing cookies,
tea sandwiches or fruit breads; or setting up, serving and/or cleaning up
after the Tea, please contact Pat or Arline Roe. Donations will be accepted
at both the Quilt Show and Victorian Tea with proceeds going to United Methodist
Women Missions.
Mission Team September 5
Circle meetings begin anew in September! Mission Team will meet September
5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Centennial Room. This is a wonderful opportunity to
see what's happening with your local UMW. If you have any information you'd
like to get out to the women of UMW, this is a good opportunity to do so.
The Mission Team is always open to all. If you are a Circle Leader, please
plan to attend Mission Team.
UMW Officer Search
It's time to start looking for new UMW officers. Been looking for a challenge?
Want to learn more about missions and your role in them? Consider UMW. The
Nominating Committee will be starting their work soon.
District Annual September 21
"Love Gifts", our District Annual, is scheduled for September 21 from 9 a.m.
– 3 p.m. at Hastings First United Methodist Church. Ruth Turner is the
featured speaker. The cost is $7 for the program and lunch, $2 for the program
only. These are always wonderful events and a great way to get "connected"
with what the District and other UMW's are doing. Reservations are due by
September 10 to Iris Goff. Registration forms are on the UMW Board in Fellowship
Hall.
Red Bird Mission Trip
September 25 through September 28 there is the opportunity to join other
UMW women (and men!) in a "go see" and "take along" trip to Red Bird Missionary
Conference in Kentucky. You have the opportunity to see Henderson Settlement,
Queendale Center, Red Bird Mission & Clinic Presentation and Bennett
Center. You will take the donations collected at Annual Conference for Red
Bird and will be doing volunteer work at Henderson – possibly with soup
labels.
The cost of the trip is $200 per person (includes transportation, housing
and some meals) and is due no later than September 1. Substitutions may be
made but no cancellations after September 13. Information, including meal
information and an itinerary of the trip, is available on the UMW Board in
Fellowship Hall. There is room for 45 people on the bus. If you do attend
we'd love to have a program at a future UMW meeting!
Conference Annual
On October 20 and 21 the CONFERENCE ANNUAL will be held at First United Methodist
Church here in Lansing! The Friday Evening Casual Event includes Registration,
Displays, SERRV and a Resource Room at 5 p.m.; Supper and Fellowship at 6
p.m. and Women and Children of Africa at 7 p.m. with the program being done
by Kay & Lynn DeMoss! On Saturday, a Continental Breakfast will be served
at 8:30 a.m. with the Processional and Worship beginning at 9:30 a.m. The
Keynote Speaker is Bishop Sharon Zimmerman Rader. At 11:30 a.m. there is
Lunch, 1 p.m. Celebration and Installation and 3 p.m. Send Off. Registration
is due by October 10 to Jean Sykes and is $12 for Friday only, $15 for Saturday
only and $20 for both. If you have never attended a Conference Annual, this
is a golden opportunity. Registration forms are on the UMW Board in Fellowship
Hall.
Church Women United Meeting September 11th
The next meeting will be September 11th at Asbury United Methodist Church,
2200 Lake Lansing Road. The Board Meeting is at 10 a.m. The program is at
11:00 a.m.: Trends in Education with speaker, Jeanne Oakes. Sack lunch
Progressive Dinner at Saint Pauls Church
The Capitol Church Coalition Ministry has been meeting to get acquainted
and determine ways to better serve downtown Lansing. On September 17, between
11:30 and noon, we will begin getting acquainted at St. Paul's Episcopal
Church while eating the salad course. At noon Central will host the main
course, lasagna, followed by desert. Donations will be taken to cover cost.
The meal will be finished by 1:15 p.m. so that the attendees can be present
at the quilt show. This show will take place in the sanctuary at Central
as a part of the Greater Lansing Housing Coalition Downtown Home Tour.
Reservations need to be made. Please call the church office. (485-9477).
UMC Drive-In-Day Report
By Lois Myers
On Thursday, July 20, Mary Albery, Luella Browand and Lois Myers traveled
to Calvin College in Grand Rapids for the UMC Drive-In Day. This is a day
that the District UMW has arranged for giving information on the current
study plans for the local units. Following is the plan for this year: Spiritual
Growth - Paul's Letters to the Corinthians; Geographical Study - Children
of Africa; and General Study - God's People in an Urban Culture. Our local
UMW will probably be using this material.
UMW Garage Sale Report
By Dottie Stark
UMW earned $236 for missions in the July 13-15 garage sale at the home of
Jim & Dottie Stark. Thanks to the many helpers: Betty Corbishley, Norma
Hanson, Arline Roe, Evelyn O'Dell, Lois Jenkins, Earl Shirtum, Rex &
Ruth Smith, Sida Garnett and Gwen Bodine.
Mark your calendar now!
The Evangelism Nurture Commission is sponsoring a New Member Dinner: Wearin'
the Green, Friday, October 27. Sur-r-re and ye'll be Irish when you come
to the dinner to recognize this year's new members. Hope ye'll be wearin'
green!
Capitol Churches Coalition Ministries
Sponsored by Church and Society
Last fall I received a communication which was forwarded through Dave Schuurmans
from the chair of the Service Committee of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Susan
Bonfiglio expressed that their committee would be interested in exploring
a joint outreach project with Central. Thus, a new coalition was born.
It was decided that First Baptist Church would also be invited, as well as
any other churches in the capitol area that might be interested. Our initial
meetings have been exploratory and have been attended by various members
of outreach committees as well as pastors and deacons. Since one of our primary
focuses will be networking with other organizations and agencies in the downtown
area, we have heard presentations from the Downtown Neighborhood Association;
and the achieved is called asset mapping.
Using a framework that was provided to us by the Center for Urban Affairs
at MSU, we are beginning this process. In order that we can better relate
to each other we are planning that our congregations gather for food and
fellowship. Look for more information in coming bulletins. Please plan to
attend. As the UMW is also hosting a quilt show and Victorian Tea, it appears
that the day should be an exciting community building event.
Joyce Joranko
Focus on Evangelism 2
I have walked where Jesus walked,
by Frank Anderson
Been there, done that. I have walked the walk, and I have talked the talk.
What else is there to do? It is not easy to sense Jesus in a land of 6.6
million people of Arab and Jewish descent.
Yes, I have walked supposedly where Jesus walked--on sand, rocks, marble
& flagstone. Gazed upon the spot where Mary gave birth to Jesus. Dipped
myself in the same River Jordan in which he was baptized. Spent a few praying
moments in the alleged Upper Room. Trudged up the Via Dolorosa, the same
path to Calvary that Jesus took. Pondered the possibility that I stood where
Jesus was crucified. And much more!
For some, I think it was like going into an attic and looking at grandpa's
old chair he used to sit in.
The spirit of nostalgia nearly overcame me were it not for the attitude and
behavior of the tourists, the guides, and especially those in our group of
30. We came from Michigan, New Jersey, California, Ohio, Illinois and Texas.
Where we were FROM, however, was insignificant compared to what brought us
together. It was a holy adventure to me. The persuasive power of our experiences
in The Holy Land penetrated many of us.
The question of authenticity paled as biblical references were cited to
correspond to what was there, in our minds or before our eyes in many places
in Israel. Yes, the reverent attitude of people was unmistakably present.
If God wasn't there, then someone very much like Him was. Each of us had
to make his or her own evaluation of things seen. Scriptures say the most
real is the unseen.
Read 2 Cor 4:18. My pilgrimage is completed. I'm looking for the coming of
Christ. I want to be with Jesus. When we have run with patience the race,
we shall know the joy of Jesus…
Finance Committee
CHURCH GARAGE SALE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7th 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Three Big Locations
South side
Jim & Dottie Stark residence
2301 Wellesley, Lansing 517-482-7834
West side
Ken & Joanne Harvey residence
2420 Newport Drive, Lansing 517-321-0945
Downtown
Central United Methodist Church, 215 N. Capitol, 517-485-9477
Donations of all that "good stuff" (working small appliances, sporting goods,
children's clothing, toys, games, tools of all types, antiques, small furniture
items such as table & chairs. Delivery of your items to one of the locations
may begin on Monday, October 1. Please call and arrange for your delivery
with the hosts at the location nearest you. If you need assistance with your
delivery, the hosts can help arrange this for you. An ad will be run in other
newspapers/periodicals for the public to learn of the sales. Proceeds of
the sale will be used by the church to help underwrite its many programs.
Elderberrys meet September 12th
By Frank Anderson
The special and unique group for our older adult ministries, Elderberrys,
comes together again on Tuesday, September 12, at 10:30 a.m. in the Church
Dining Room. (Take the elevator down.) Our program will be given by Mr. Clyde
Chamberlain on the subject, "Unusual Gravestones". He has a collection of
over 500 samples and has shown them extensively. He promises not to show
them all! A low-cost luncheon provided by Meals on Wheels will be served
for $2.00. Please plan to come. Call the church office (485-9477) to place
your reservation.
RED ROSES to….
To Larry and Jean Beckon who joined the garden team to care for 3 sections
of the yard on the west side of the sanctuary.
To Bryan Halter who purchased and laid sod on the Capitol Avenue side of
the church and also seeded the bare spots in other places on the lawn.
Central's 2000-01 Scholarship Winners
Lucy Akpabio, Edward Bobrowski, Jack Lansing II, Emily Mather, Leigh Ann
Maxwell, Lynda McCracken, Mike McCracken, James J. Mort, Toan Vo Nguyen,
Lori Randall, Marceline Randall, and T. Allen Towsley.
MUSIC NOTES
By B. Caryn Welter, Music and Bell Choir Director
Thanks Folks, ….
For contributing your efforts, time and talents to providing the special
music for summer worship services. During this season when we of the U.S.
traditionally try to enjoy more leisure or involve ourselves in more relaxing
and fun activities, it's especially meaningful to witness the generous gifts
you've given of yourselves:
Shelby Van Stratt, Bill Tennant, Jr., Meg and Liz Ebersole, Bill Tennant,
Sr., Kate DePriest. Stephanie Wiltse, Linda and Dick Bates, Kristie Tiede,
Chris Carter, Pat Madden-Roth, Carolyn and Dale Kirkby, Stina Hokensen, Mary
Boudreau, Susan Grettenberger, StephanieWiltse and Dave Schuurmans.
A special thank you goes to Diane Boley who organized the plan, made the
many contacts, then made appropriate adjustments throughout the summer
months.
"The Faith We Sing"
… is the title of Cokesbury's new all-music hymnal supplement. It includes
hymns that were written after the Hymnal's publication, praise/worship and
newer contemporary music ("As the Deer," "Sanctuary"), world music from Africa,
Europe, and Asia. It also incorporates African American (i.e., "Amen, Amen"
and "Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow") and Hispanic American music, modern-day
liturgical chants from the Taize community, and favorite hymns not included
in the Hymnal (i.e., "God Is So Good," "His Eye Is on the Sparrow," "Just
a Closer Walk with Thee").
Willing to Underwrite?
… one or several of the following items, in someone's honor, in someone's
memory, or just because you want to do it:
Pew Editions @ $9.00
Singer's Editions @ $15.00
Accompaniment Editions @ $50.00
Guitar Editions @ $35.00
Bookplates @ $3.50 for 15
Worship Planner @ $15.00
Pray about the matter, reflect upon it, and consider whether you wish to
help with updating our primary source of congregational worship music. Very
soon, you will see a form in Sunday service bulletins that will help you
do just that.
Fall Music Schedules
As you may recall, children and youth will be involved in the new, comprehensive,
seamless programming that is part of the cooperative work of Education and
Music personnel. Music activities will begin in tandem with the beginning
of Christian Education activities, on September 10.
Under the capable leadership of Director, Alice Generalow, the Choir will
first participate in morning worship on Sunday, September 10.
Central Bell Ringers began their program year on Thursday, August 24, and
will first ring during worship in the month of September.
Chancel Choir folks will have their first rehearsal on Thursday, September
7. Under the capable leadership of Director, Alice Generalow, the Choir will
first participate in morning worship on Sunday, September 10.
Are you interested in singing/ringing? Why don't you bring five of your closest
friends and join us? The fellowship is great! We learn new music and have
fun, too!
SEPTEMBER 10th IS EDUCATION SUNDAY
The theme for the 2000 – 2001 Sunday School year at Central is FAITH…,
the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen…
Weaving Faith into our lives, our hearts, our homes, our families, our church,
our neighborhoods, and our jobs is the theme of the 2000-2001 curriculum-
"FaithWeavers", produced by Group Publishing. Children and adult classes
alike will study the same bible lessons and faith principles each week. In
addition to the FaithWeavers program we will be offering elective courses
for adults and supplemental courses for middle and senior high school
students.
THE SUNDAY SCHOOL YEAR AT A GLANCE
In an effort to provide a variety of programming for Adults, and create flexible
opportunities for teachers and leaders to serve and minister to one another
we have divided the School year into 6 – six week terms as follows:
Fall I – Sept 10 – Oct. 15
Current Issues for Christians
Coffee House Discussions
Faith Weavers Bible Study
Fall II – October 22 – November 26
Coffee House Discussions
Faith Weavers Bible Study
New Member Class
Winter I - December 3 – 17 & Jan 7 - 21
Humanistic vs. Christian Values
Coffee House Discussions
Special Programming Dec. 24 and 31
Faith Weavers Bible Study
Winter II – Jan 28- March 4
Discover Your Spiritual Style
Coffee House Discussions
Faith Weavers Bible Study
Spring I - March 11 – April 15
Lent Related Coffee House Discussions
Faith Weavers Bible Study
Special Easter Programming April 8.-
(Palm Sunday) Morning Worship
Special Easter Programming April
15 (Easter Sunday) AM Worship
New Member Class
Spring II – April 22 – May 20
Elective TBA
Coffee House Discussions
Faith Weavers Bible Study
May 20 – Graduation Sunday
JUST FOR KIDS
Children ages 4-10 will have special prayer time for learning how to pray,
make prayer requests and share when God blesses their lives.
Children ages 8-10 will have the opportunity to learn the books of the bible,
the Lord's Prayer, the 23rd Psalm, and the Ten Commandments.
There will be special guests- "time travelers" who will share stories of
their lives and personal encounters with God and the power of God centuries
ago.
Each age group will have special time to explore and discover how and why
music has and does play a vital role in the expression of our faith and worship.
Middle School and High School Students will learn the foundations and principles
of faith in terms of what it means to be a Christian, and how defining our
Faith defines us as individuals.
SUNDAY MORNING SCHEDULE
Following the "children's sermon", children, ages 4-11, will adjourn to the
Library for their own time of worship, music, study, and fellowship.
10:00 – 10:30 Children's Worship
10:10 - 10:30 Music Activities ages 5,6, & 7
10:30 – 10:50 Children's Fellowship Time
10:50 – 11:20 Music Activities ages 8,9,10
10:50 – 12:15 Sunday School (Bible Stories,
Games, Crafts, Music, Videos, Mystery Guests, etc.,)
Following the Worship Service, all are invited to and usually do adjourn
to Fellowship Hall for Coffee. Sunday School for Adults, Middle, and Senior
High Students will be as follows:
11 – 11:40 Middle School Class meets in skylight room-3rd Fl.
11:00 – 11:40 Senior High Class meets in the Loft
11:40 – 12:15 Middle & Senior Music Activities-Loft
11:10 – 12:15 Adult Sunday School
Adult Faith Weavers- 2nd floor Conference Rm.
Coffee House Discussion Groups.-Fellowship Hall
Current Issues for Christians-Dinning Room (lower level)
NEW THIS YEAR!!
COFFEE HOUSE ADULT DISCUSSION GROUPS Each week there will be 3 - 5 discussion
groups. Topics and discussion leaders will vary week to week, gourmet coffees
and cappuccino will be served.
SECOND SUNDAY BRUNCH
On the second Sunday of each month brunch will be served in the church dinning
room. Adults $10.00, children 5 – 11 $5.00, children 4 and under are
free. ($25 family maximum)
By the Book Adult Bible Study
Dale Kirkby will lead a "Genesis to Revelations" weekly bible study that
will examine each book of the bible. The study course is organized in 13
week segments and spans 240 weeks from Genesis to Revelations.
Naturalism vs. theism
In the first winter term, Jim Stark will lead a discussion/study of values
in our society and culture, comparing and contrasting the currently prevalent
naturalistic vs. Christian principles.
DISCOVER YOUR SPIRITUAL STYLE
In the second winter term, Jim Stark will be leading an adult class through
a study of spirituality that examines the ways and manner in which individuals
personalize and express their spirituality. Evaluation tools will allow
participants to access their own style, and learn why and how our styles
sometimes differ and other times are similar.
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