NEWS FROM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
May 8, 2008
REMEMBER TO WEAR RED FOR PENTECOST SUNDAY!
DEVOTION FROM REV. JIM
You remember the story about the young man who wanted to sleep in on Sunday, and his mother is saying to him, get up, it's Sunday and you have to get up to go to Sunday School and church. The young man replied, give me three reasons why I should, to which his mother said: 1) This family always goes to church, has for several generations 2) You learn about the Gospel and the good life, how to live right, how to please and honor God with your life, and 3) You're the pastor!
Well there are three good reasons for all of us to come to church next Sunday. 1) It is Pentecost Sunday, we will be celebrating the birthday of the church, 2) It is Membership Sunday, we will be receiving new members, some with baptism, and 3) IT'S MOTHER'S DAY!
It's been my honor and high privilege to have been your Senior Pastor for the past eleven years!
See ya' Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Rev. Jim
PUT ON YOUR CALENDAR!
SPECIAL INVITATION
In honor of
Rev. Jim and Linda Robinson
friends are cordially invited to attend a
Retirement Celebration in their honor.
June 1st, 2008
2 to 4 P.M.
Fellowship Hall
at the First United Methodist Church300 East Washington, Kirksville, MO 63501
If unable to attend
"Remembrances" may be
sent to the church.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, May 10th - 10 a.m. - noon
UMW Mother-Daughter Brunch
Pictures will be taken
Special style show
SUNDAY, May 11th, will be a big day
MOTHER'S DAY
Pictures will be taken of Mothers and their children
PENTECOST SUNDAY-WEAR RED!
MEMBERSHIP SUNDAY
Don't miss this!
There will be special music by Children and adults and liturgical dancing. There will be Baptisms, New Members, a Reception in the Parlor for Pentecost Sunday-Don't miss this!
Administrative Council
Monday, May 12th - 5:30 p.m.
KIRKSVILLE COMMUNITY CHORUS
CONCERT, Monday, May 12th, 7:30 p.m.
at First Christian Church
Trinity Bible Study will continue on Wednesday, May 14th, at 12 noon and 5:30 p.m.
50+ LUNCHEON
The next luncheon will be on Thursday, May 15th, at 12 noon in Room 202. Table service and drink will be provided. Please bring a dish or two to share.
Eighth Grade Graduation at 8:00 p.m.
on Thursday, May 15th at the Kirksville Middle School
KID"S Night Out
This will be held on Friday, May 16th, from 5:30-8:00 p.m.
ATSU GRADUATION - May 17th
SUNDAY, MAY 18TH
Three-In-One Offering will be taken on May 18th. This money will be used for the Pastor's Moving Expenses.
Sunday, May 18th, will be Senior Recognition Sunday. At that time we will be honoring members and friends who are graduating from Kirksville Senior High School.
We also will be awarding the Chester and Lola
Bell Memorial Scholarships.
High School Baccalaureate Service will be held on Sunday, May 18th, at 2:00 p.m. at the Kirksville Middle School Auditorium.
High School Graduation will be on Sunday, May 25th, at 2:00 p.m. at the Pershing Arena, at Truman State University.
STAFF POSITION OPENING - The Staff Parish Relations Committee is seeking applications for the position of Director of the Chancel Choir. This Choir sings at the 10:45 service. Applications are available in the office. Please talk to Rev. Jim for a job description.
Want to know what is happening on the Truman campus?
Log on to Truman’s Master Calendar
at http://calendar.truman.edu. or
the Truman Today at
http://trumantoday.truman.edu
or call the Public Relations Office at 660.785.4016.
We welcome any information you want to share about accomplishments for yourself or your family. Please fill out the form below and return to us.
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JOYS
Thanks to Jesse Justus for giving the message last Sunday.
Congratulations to those graduating from Truman State University on Saturday, May 10th.
Kathleen Redmon, daughter of Chris and Marsha Redmon - Bachelor of Arts in Vocal Music Performance
Ashley Lara, daughter of Greg and Joyce Lara - Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, Bachelor of Arts in English, and Minor in Italian Studies
Hillarey Stone - Bachelors of Science in Biology with Minor in Psychology
Josh Baum - Masters of Arts in Vocal Music Performance
Jeremy McAninch, son of Mark and Arlene McAninch - Bachelor of Science in Anthropology
Justine Marty - Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Paige Mundhenke - Bachelor of Arts in Piano Music Performance
Amanda Boyle - Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with a Spanish Minor
Jennifer Sternecker - Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science with Biology and Psychology Minors
If we have missed any, please let us know.
Remember that Ashley Lara invites you to come and help her celebrate her Graduation from Truman on Saturday, May 10th. This will be from 4-7 p.m. at Right Right Records at 208 South Main.
Other college graduates: Kate Riley, daughter of Rick and Shirley Riley will graduate from the University of Missouri in Columbia on May 16th with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with emphases in Finance, Banking, and Real Estate.
Jennifer Waddle, daughter of Mike and Laurie Waddle, will graduate from the University of Missouri in Columbia with a Masters in Social Work.
Rachel Lee, granddaughter of Norene Lee, graduated from Mo. Baptist University in St. Louis, on April 29th with a Business Degree.
Michelle Lee, granddaughter of Norene Lee, will receive her Doctors in Pharmacy on May 10th from the University of Missouri in Kansas City.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THOSE GRADUATING FROM ATSU ON MAY 17th
Casey Lecher - Master's Degree in Health Administration
Ben Schrant - Doctor of Osteopathy Degree
SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
All members and friends of First United Methodist Church are invited to the Celebration of the 60th wedding anniversary of Bob and Marilyn Barrett hosted by their family. This will be held on Saturday, May 31st from 2-4 p.m. in Fellowship Hall of First United Methodist Church. They were married on June 3, 1948. No gifts, please.
The names of the high school graduates from our church that we know about are listed below. If there are any others, let us know. In the newspaper for some, the plans are college. Please let us know on the form below what college you plan to attend so we can include this in the bulletin next week.
NAME___________________________
COLLEGE PLANS__________________
Kirksville R-III High School - Ben Bowen, Jesse Detweiler, Nick Harrell, Melinda Harrison, Jourdain Johns, Laura Kling, Courtney Lovegreen, Alex Meneely, Adam Morton, Anthony Russell, Daniel Titus, and Joseph Waddle
Adair Co. R-II-Brashear High School - Christina Scudder
Freeport, IL - Kyle Strasser, grandson of Dodie Strasser and son of David and Teresa Strasser
Novelle Meredith's grandson, Stan Hauser, will graduate from Shrine Catholic High School in Royal Oaks, Michigan.
Our Eighth Grade Graduates from Kirksville Middle School are: Ian Clark, Madelin Collop, Emily Harrison, Caleb Helton, Jacob Hutton, Haylee Kinney, Nicole Kline, Xavier O'Brien, Adam Pennington, Landon Rice, Callie Templeton, Cecil Truitt, and Ian Truitt.
Cody Strasser, grandson of Dodie Strasser and son of David and Teresa Strasser, will graduate from 8th grade in Freeport, IL.
Novelle Meredith's grandson, Coty Meredith, will graduate from 8th grade at Kirksville Middle School.
Congratulations to Dr. Jack Magruder and Sue on Jack being chosen to be ATSU President.
Please add the anniversary of Terry and Jo Tooley to your list. They will celebrate their anniversary on May 23.
SUNDAY AT FIRST -May 11th
MOTHER'S DAY
PENTECOST SUNDAY
MEMBERSHIP SUNDAY
Special Music by Choirs, Children, and Dancers
8:15 a.m. Acolyte - Matt McFarland
8:15 a.m. Liturgist - Ben Graves
8:15 a.m. Ushers - Raymond & Mary Buchanan and Ron & Marylyn Hargadine
8:15 a.m. Greeters - East Door-Justin and Melissa McAninch and West Door-Richard and Donna Rhinesmith
8:15 a.m. Sound Systen - Justin McAninch
10:45 a.m. Acolytes - Cassie Jennings and Megan Pennington
10:45 a.m. Liturgist - Jim Przyblyski
10:45 a.m. Ushers - Jeff Justice, Rick Riley, David Whitworth, Eldon Coy, and Vern Playle
10:45 a.m. Greeters - East Door - Cindy Dowis and West Door - Rich, Melissa, Olivia, and Julia Chapman
10:45 a.m. - Sound System - Dillon Lara
Transportation - Jerry Richmond
Communion Steward - Shirley Baldwin
Childcare Staff - Lisa McLain, Coordinator, Angie Danielson, Justine Marty, Kara Beck, Sara Hines, Trish Kreikemeier, Jenni Bevell, Paige Mundhenke, and Erika Wolf
CALENDAR FOR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
Thursday, May 8th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
9:30 a.m. Miriam Circle at home of Shirley Boyles
12 noon 50+ Luncheon
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
Friday, May 9th
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Saturday, May 10th
10 a.m. - noon Mother-Daughter Brunch
Sunday, May 11th
MOTHER'S DAY, PENTECOST SUNDAY, MEMBERSHIP 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
9:30 a.m. Reception in Parlor
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
6:00 p.m. "On The Horizon" Youth Praise Band Practice
7:00-8:30 p.m. Horizon Youth
Monday, May 12th
5:30 p.m. Administrative Council
6:00 p.m. Young Women's Bible Study
7:30 p.m. Kirksville Community Chorus Concert
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Tuesday, May 13th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
5:30 p.m. Foster Parent Group Meeting
7:00 p.m. Chapter CZ P.E.O. Meeting
Wednesday, May 14th
12 noon and 5:30 p.m. Trinity Bible Study
5:30 p.m. Celebration Choir
5:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
7:00 p.m. Bereavement Support Group
Thursday, May 15th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
12 noon 50+ Luncheon
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
5:30 p.m. Brownie Troop Program
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
Friday, May 16th
5:30-8:00 p.m. KID'S Night Out
8:00 p.m. A.A
Sunday, May 18th
SENIOR SUNDAY, Praise Band to play at both services
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided,
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Chancel Choir, Nursery Provided,
9:30 a.m. "Take it to the Limit" Sunday School Class
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
4-6:00 p.m. Youth Year End Family Picnic at Rotary Park
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
This year we are using the "Hands On Bible" curriculum. Kids need to learn the truth to live it-HANDS on BIBLE takes kids right into the Bible. DON'T LET YOUR CHILD/REN MISS THIS! Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, May 11th - Children will sing at the 8:15 service.
Professional photo shoot by NEMO Photography during SS from 9:30-10:30 a.m. for all moms and children.
Sign up on the sheets in the bulletin for the various camps.
Summer Mini-Camps
Cooking Camp - June 2 & 3 10:00-noon
Craft Camp - June 16 & 17 - 10:00-noon
Float Making Camp for July 4 parade - July 2 & 3 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
VBS - July 6-9 9-noon
SUMMER MUSIC CAMP - July 21-25, 9-noon
HORIZON YOUTH
9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday School for Sr. High and Mid High every Sunday.
Youth Praise Band Practice will be on Sunday, May 11th at 6:00 p.m.
Horizon Youth Night will be from 7-8:30 p.m. on May 11th
4-6 p.m. Sunday, May 18th
Year End Picnic - We want to invite all youth families (this includes parents and siblings of any age) to Rotary Park for a year end celebration. We want to make this a pot-luck. The Youth Staff will provide the meat (hamburgers, hot dogs, and buns) if you can supply the rest (pop, chips, desserts, and so on). We will begin at 4 and end around 6. We will eat, fellowship, play games and have a small devotional. The rain location will be Fellowship Hall.
COLLEGE AGE MINISTRY
Do you have an idea for an activity?
Call Rebecca at 660-349-8682 or e-mail her at zimmermsw@yahoo.com
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
Young Women's Bible Study will meet on Monday, May12th at the church at 6:00 p.m.
UNITED METHODIST MEN
The next meeting will be on Monday, May 19th, at noon at the Ponderosa Restaurant. Following a dutch-treat lunch, there will be a program and fellowship. ALL MEN ARE WELCOME!
50+ LUNCHEON
The next 50+ Luncheon will be held on Thursday, May 15th, at noon. Please bring a dish or two to share. Table service and drink will be provided.
FOOD FOR KIDS
Again this summer a free sack lunch with drink and dessert will be provided for kids who need it. Beginning July 7th, lunches will be served Monday through Friday and will end on August 15th. Come anytime between 12 noon and 1 p.m. for a sack lunch at one of these parks. Jaycee Park, Brashear Park, PC Mills Park, or Memorial Park
Volunteers are always needed. As a business, group, or individual you could hand out lunches, prepare lunches, help unload food shipments, provide a monetary donation, or provide a specific item of need. To volunteer, contact Bev Kitts at 665-6219 or e-mail at bjkitts2002@yahoo.com. Volunteers are needed beginning July 21st. We have the first two weeks staffed.
Upcoming Event
4th Annual Salad/Dessert Luncheon
Sponsored by Adair County OATS
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Adair Co. Annex Building-300 N. Franklin
Salad, Dessert, and Drink for $6.00
Children under 5 are free
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