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NEWS FROM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
March 8, 2007

 
DEVOTION FROM REV. JIM

Two things are on my mind as I write this e-mail:  1) Daffodil Sunday, next Sunday will be a nice time and way to remember those among us who have been impacted by cancer, and we will celebrate with this symbol of hope, as well as be sensitive to losses; in addition, we will be consecrating prayer shawls to be distributed by our Cancer Support Group to those receiving cancer treatment; 2) Monday night, March 12th, at 5:30 p.m. we will have a church-wide conversation with our Administrative Council and Trustees Committee concerning the possible purchase of the office building on the southwest corner of our church block, we would like for any of our members who like to have input into this decision to know that you are welcome at this conversation table; secondly some information regarding the agenda of the special called session of our Annual Conference will be presented.
I hope to see you Sunday for Daffodil Sunday and Monday for our Church Conversation!
See ya' Sunday!
Love in Christ,
 
Rev. Jim
SPECIAL CALLED SESSION
 
Bishop Schnase has called a special session of the Missouri Annual Conference to inform members of the conference about the recommendations of Pathways and to approve a general plan for the alignment of the conference’s work to its mission of leading congregations to lead people to follow Jesus Christ.  This will be on March 31st at 10 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Expo Center.
    One of the recommendations is to change the way that campus ministry is supported.  See the article in the newsletter written by Rev. Eric Schmidt.
   A meeting before the called session will be on Monday, March 19th, at 7:00 p.m. at the Community United Methodist Church in Columbia.  Those who attend will have the opportunity to dialogue with Bishop Schnase  and members of Pathways about these proposals.
WE ARE PLANNING TO TAKE A VAN TO THE MEETING ON THE 19TH.  IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO RIDE, PLEASE CONTACT THE CHURCH OFFICE.
PICTORIAL DIRECTORIES ARE HERE!  Those who had their pictures taken in the Fall of 2005 or submitted a picture may pick one up from the church office.
 
                         UPCOMING EVENTS THE WEEK OF March 11-17
Sunday, March 11th- DAFFODIL SUNDAY
 9:30 a.m. First Meeting for Confirmation Class (7th Graders and older who wish to be Confirmed)
9:30 a.m. - Human Development Class for 5th and 6th graders
Monday, March 12th- 5:30 p.m. "Church Conversation" - a time to talk about Acquisition of Baldwin Property and Recommendations of Pathways Task Force to be discussed at the Special Session of the Annual Conference
5:30 p.m. Youth Bible Study begins
6:30 p.m. Young Women's Bible Study in Parlor
There will be no Line Dancing on Tuesday because of Movie Discount Day.
Wednesday, March 14th - 12:05-12:55 p.m. Mid-Week Lenten/Communion Service in Chapel
3:00 p.m. Club 3:16
5:30 p.m. Celebration Choir
6:30 p.m. Adult Handbell Choir
7:00 p.m. Bereavement Support Group
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
 
Thursday, March  15th - 12 noon 50+ Luncheon - Joyce Lara to give program on "Breathe Easy" program.
Friday, March 16th - 5:30-8:00 p.m. KIDS' Night Out
 
 

HOLY Conversation
Talking about God in Everyday Life
Good, hot, fresh, flavored coffee and donuts/muffins provided!
Come to get your cup filled...A Cup of Faith Class
What's in your cup?
New Adult Sunday School Class for Ages 19-90
9:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall
W.A.R.P. Sunday School class for college students led by Mary Lee Fleschner is joining this group.
CHESTER AND LOLA BELL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW AVAILABLE IN THE CHURCH OFFICE

The scholarship is available to those pursuing a post-high school education.  In addition, the scholarship may be renewed ONCE by reapplying.  The completed application will be due April 1st.  If you have questions, please contact Bridget Morton or the church office.
 
MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE
 

March 11th-17th is Girl Scout Week!!!  This year marks the 95th anniversary of Girl Scouts of the USA.  There are three Girl Scout Troops (#157, #158 and #169) that meet at FUMC.  These troops are participating in a service project challenge.  The challenge is to collect as many personal care items as possible.  For example:  tooth paste, tooth brushes, bar soap, shampoo, conditioner, toilet paper, Kleenex, lotion, disposable razors, and fun foam soaps for kids.  These items are in high demand due to a lack of donations.  There is a white laundry basket with a BIG RED HEART located outside of the church office.  The basket will be there until March 18th.  Please “Make the World a Better Place” by giving items to this worthy cause.  If you have questions, please see Diane Richmond or Sandy Adams, Girl Scout Troop Leaders.

                                      
JOYS
Congratulations to Sarah and Joe Watson on the birth of their daughter, Bailey Jane, on February 10th.  She joins sister, Kolbey.  Proud grandparents are Tom and Gayla Walters.
The Kirksville Lady Tigers and Tigers had a great season!  They both won District Titles.  Kris Nelson, Chris Clark, Dalton Buck, and Michael Shoush are members of the Tiger team.
CONCERNS
Sandy Osen (knee replacement surgery rec.), Helen Jo Larson,  Ben & Betsy Hickman,  Evelyn Barnes (knee replacement surgery rec.)      Leland & Crystal O'Brien,     Bob Stroeber,  Lando and LaVera Scott,  Lurene Adams, Vel Miller (knee replacement surgery rec.),  David Kinney (surgery rec.), Betty Moore ( knee surgery rec.), Jean Whitworth (cataract surgery rec.), Bev Kitts (cataract surgery rec.), Reva Selby (rec. from heart stent surgery), Mable Waddill,

Those who are family members and/or friends of the church
David Shoush (Pat);   Bennie Hays (Carol Hays' father-in-law), Rich McKinney's mother, Ike Dotson
World and National Issues (Israel, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan)
All men and women serving our country- Ryan Decker, Trent Kull (U.S.), Rex and Janice Meneely's grandson-Iraq, Andrea O'Brien's brother, Ryan, in Japan
Our prayers and sympathy are with Jill and Clifton Rogers in the loss of their granddaughter, daughter of Angela and Doug Saus of Kansas City.
Our prayers and sympathy are with Sally Gibbons in the loss of her husband and Marilyn Gibbons in the loss of her son, Billy Gibbons.  Also, sympathy is extended to his Aunt Rhonda and Uncle Sam Kriegel and cousin, Kim and his many friends.  Visitation is Wednesday night from 6-8 p.m. at the Travis-Noe Funeral Home with funeral tomorrow at 2 p.m. at the funeral home.
Our prayers and sympathy are with Judy Albin, Pat Pulis, and Gaylene Jacobs in the loss of their aunt.
Our prayers and sympathy are with Jackie Nesmith in the loss of her husband, Joe Nesmith.
Our prayers and sympathy are with the family of Margaret Palmer.
 
DON'T FORGET TO SET YOUR CLOCKS AHEAD ONE HOUR on Saturday night, March 10th, as Daylight Savings Time begins on Sunday, March 11th.
SUNDAY AT FIRST
THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
DAFFODIL SUNDAY
 
8:15 a.m. Acolytes - Faith Jones and Emily Eitel
8:15 a.m. Greeters - John & Pat Larson, Raymond & Mary Buchanan
8:15 a.m. Ushers -  Raymond & Mary Buchanan, Ken Hayes, and Doris Thompson
10:45 a.m. Acolytes - Brian and Kristen Pagliai
10:45 a.m. Greeters - Leta Mae Jones, Linda Richmond and Rick and Mary Lee Fleschner
10:45 a.m. Ushers - Bob Mason, Bob Kelsey, Ken McGuire, Rick Fleschner, and Vern Playle
Sound System Technicians  8:15 a.m.-Max Bevell; 10:45 a.m. - Dillon Lara
Communion Steward - Shirley Baldwin
Transportation - Jerry Richmond
Childcare Staff - Lisa McLain, Coordinator, Angie Danielson, Michelle Jones, Chrissie Treasure, Hillarey Stone, Justine Marty, Elizabeth Anderson,  Kara Beck, Sara Hines, and Trish Kriekemeier
DISTRICT WORKSHOP – SOCIAL PRINCIPLES OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Mark Twain District will be hosting a special night at First UMC on Tuesday, March 20th.  First, there will be a meal at 5:15 p.m. followed by a workshop from 6-9 p.m. presented by Wanda Holcombe, a consultant with the General Board of Church and Society on Peace with Justice.  Her topic is “The Social Principles—What Are They & How to Participate in Updating and Celebrating the 100 Years of the Social Creed.”  Clergy and laity will come away with an increased ability to teach the Social Principles in their congregation using a variety of interactive methods and help them to discover the “democratic” process of the United Methodist Church and how Methodists participate in this process.

The meal and registration will be $10.00 per person.  Sarah Circle is providing the meal.  If childcare is needed, please contact the church.  Each participant will receive the Social Principles book.  Please call the church at 665-7712 by Thursday, March 15th to register.

 
 
CALENDAR FOR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
 
 
Thursday, March 8th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
9:30 a.m. Miriam Circle at home of Linda Robinson
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
Friday, March 9th
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Saturday, March 10th
9:30 a.m. Saturday Morning Bible Study
Sunday, March 11th
DAFFODIL SUNDAY
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Chancel Choir, Nursery Provided, New Adult Sunday School Class meeting in basement-"Holy Conversation"
9:30 a.m. Confirmation Meeting
9:30 a.m. Human Development Class meeting
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
6:00 p.m. Youth Praise Band Practice
7:00-8:30 p.m. Horizon Night
Monday, March 12th
5:30 p.m. "Church-Wide Conversation" (See Rev. Jim's article)
6:30 p.m. Young Women's Bible Study
7:00 p.m. Kirksville Community Chorus
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Tuesday, March 13th
NO LINE DANCING because of Movie
2:00 p.m. Ruth Bible Study
Wednesday, March 14th
12:05 p.m. -12:55 p.m. Mid-Week Lenten Service
2;00 p.m. UMW holds birthday party at 2:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m. Club 3:16
5:30 p.m. Celebration Choir
6:30 p.m. Adult Handbell Choir
7:00 p.m. Bereavement Support Group
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
Thursday, March 15th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
12 noon 50+ Luncheon
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
 
Friday, March 16th
5:30-8:00 p.m. KIDS' Night Out
6:00 p.m. Wedding Rehearsal
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Saturday, March 17th
4:00 p.m. Helton/Showers Wedding
Sunday, March 18th
GIRL SCOUT SUNDAY
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship,  Nursery Provided
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Nursery Provided
New Adult Sunday School Class, Confirmation Class, Human Development Class
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship,  Nursery Provided
6:00 p.m. Youth Praise Band
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. HORIZON NIGHT
MID-WEEK LENTEN/COMMUNION SERVICES will be held each Wednesday of Lent from 12:05-12:55 p.m. in the Chapel.
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY

LIVE B.i.G. Hear, See, and Live Your Belief in God - We have a  curriculum with video for the Kingdom Builders  - Children will learn how much God loves them and learn to love Jesus.   DON'T LET YOUR CHILD/REN MISS THIS!  Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.
Human Development Class begins on March 11th at 9:30 a.m. (Note new day).  Andrea O'Brien, Lynae McFarland, and Bridget Morton, Parish Nurseh KIDS' Night Out on Friday, March 16th , from 5:30-8:00 p.m.
CLUB 316 Last Day is March 28.
                                         HORIZON YOUTH
9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday School for Sr. High and Mid High every Sunday.

Sunday, March 11th- 6:00 p.m. Youth Praise Band Practice
7-8:30 p.m. Horizon Night
Bible Study will begin on Monday, March 12th, at 5:30 p.m. and continue for 5 weeks.
PRAISE BAND WILL PLAY AT THE SERVICES ON MARCH 18TH.


 

2007 CONFIRMATION CLASS FOR SEVENTH GRADERS

 

 

This year's Confirmation Class will be held on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. from Sunday, March 11th through Sunday, May 6th.  The theme is "Claim the Name."  Under Rev. Jim's leadership, Confirmands will be thinking about how to "Claim the Name" Christian and how to "Claim the Name" United Methodist!
 
           
                                      
 
                        PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE CLASS
 
The Class would like to announce the study of  their new book, "God's Answers to Life's Difficult Questions." by Rick Warren.  This will be a 12-week study, a chapter a week.  You may purchase this book at Wal-Mart, Truman State  University bookstore, House of Jesus or Vintage Book Store.  For more information contact Joyce Lara or Judy Vogt.   The class meets in Room 306.  This week they will be studying "How Can I Have Peace of Mind?"
 
                     UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
 
Miriam Circle will meet on Thursday, March 8th, at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Linda Robinson.
 
Saturday Morning Bible Study will meet on Saturday, March 10th, at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Sharon Tiff.
 
The Young Women's Bible Study will meet on Monday, March 12th at 6:30 p.m.  They will be studying Chapter 3 in their book.  Childcare is provided.
 
INVITATION TO 9TH ANNUAL LADIES SPRING CELEBRATION
 
Saturday, March 24th
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Park United Methodist Church, Lewistown
 
Guest Speaker – Pamela Sonnenmoser
International speaker, writer, and certified personality trainer
 
Theme is “Are You Wearing the Shoes of Faith?”
Cost is $5.00
 
Come Enjoy the Music, Fellowship, Salad Luncheon and Our Speaker
 
Registration Form available in church office.
 
  
UMW RUMMAGE SALE
 
Miriam Circle will be sponsoring the Rummage Sale on Friday, April 13th, from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. in Fellowship Hall.
 
WE NEED ITEMS FOR THIS SALE SO WE CAN SELL THEM TO MAKE MONEY FOR MISSION PROJECTS!  PLEASE BRING YOUR ITEMS BY THURSDAY, APRIL 12TH.

SPRING DISTRICT MEETING
 
This year the UMW Spring District Meeting will be at Immanuel United Methodist Church in Canton on Saturday, April 14th,   The speaker will be from Della Lamb, an outreach center that serves low-income families and elderly in inner-city Kansas City.  They help families with Emergency Assistance all the time with groceries, rent assistance, utility bill assistance, and other needs.
BRING FOR THE IN-GATHERING
Their most urgent needs in April are:
 
New underwear for kids – all sizes, boys and girls
New socks for kids – all sizes, boys and girls
New storybooks for kids
New school supplies for Kids – notebooks, notebook paper, notebook dividers, crayons, fat pencils, #2 pencils, blunt scissors, sharp scissors, protractors, geometric compasses, combination locks, etc.
 
Grooming items for Kids and Moms and Dads:
Bar bath soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, big-tooth combs, laundry soap, dishwashing liquid
 
 
 
                                   UNITED METHODIST MEN
Their next meeting will be on Monday, March 19th, at noon at the Ponderosa Restaurant.  Rev. Jim Robinson will give a Lenten Devotion.  All men are encouraged to come for the dutch-treat meal


                    DAFFODIL SUNDAY
 This special day will be on Sunday, March 11th this year.  This is sponsored by the American Cancer Society.  The Memorial Committee has purchased Daffodils for those who requested them and will list their names in the bulletin that Sunday.
You may pick up your daffodil after the 10:45 a.m. service on March 11th.

COPING WITH SUICIDE LOSS
Mark Twain Area Counseling Center of Kirksville is starting a free support group for people who have lost someone by suicide.  The first of the monthly sessions will be held on Monday, March 12th, from 6-7:30 p.m.  Reservations are not required.  For many people, a crucial part of healing is the support and sense of connections gained by sharing their grief with other survivors.  The most common way this sharing occurs is through "suicide survivor groups."  The group isa safe place to share your experience and support each other.  Inquiries can be made by calling Mark Twain Counseling Center at 665-4612.


David Boothby, Director of the Midwest Region for

Heifer International

Will speak at Truman State University in Kirksville

Violette Hall, Room 1010

Wednesday, March 21st, 7:00 p.m.

Also speaking will be folks from Kirksville and the surrounding community who will share about their experiences with Heifer, and Carol Oliver, Missouri Representative for Heifer International

Free and open to the public

Heifer international is a humanitarian assistance program that helps families move from a life of poverty to one of self-sufficiency through gifts of livestock.  Each receiving family “passes on the gift” by giving one of the offspring from their animal to another needy family.

 





 

 

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