NEWS FROM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
May 17, 2007
DEVOTION FROM REV. JIM
WOW! Of course, there is no other word able to convey our thoughts and feelings about Mother's Day/Confirmation Sunday, at which we talked about Words & Vows! We reviewed and renewed our vows as the Confirmands took them, and said nice things to our Mothers! When eleven Confirmands become Professing Members with four receiving the Sacrament of Baptism, before a full Sanctuary of First UMC family and extended family gathered for worship, it was, indeed, a WOW morning, for which this pastor is most grateful!
See ya' next Sunday for Senior Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Rev. Jim
RECOGNITION OF HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR SUNDAY AND PRESENTATION OF CHESTER AND LOLA BELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
This Sunday, May 20th, the high school graduates will be honored and the recipients of the Chester and Lola Bell Memorial Scholarship will be announced. There will be a reception in the Parlor at 9:30 a.m. The Kirksville High School Graduation will be on Sunday, May 20th, at 2 p.m. in Pershing Arena.
ATTENTION: High School Graduates - We still need many of you to bring your pictures and information about what you plan to do to the office. The deadline is Friday. Letters were sent out requesting this information be returned as of yesterday. We are proud of you and would like to have your pictures on display! We have 5 out of 15. Let's try for at least 5 more.
STAFF POSITION OPEN
Staff-Parish Relations Committee is accepting applications for the position of Part-Time Office Clerk for the church office. This position is for 10 hours a week and involves greeting visitors to the office and answering phone, preparing correspondence, preparation of the bulletin board, filing, bulletins, Metho-News, and miscellaneous projects. Skills needed are computer, typing, knowledge of use of Risograph, folding machine, and good telephone etiquette. Applications are available in the church office and will be taken until May 18th. A job description is available with the application. Interviews will be on Mary 24th, at 5:30 p.m. The position will begin on June 1st.
MEMBERSHIP CLASS
The next Membership Class will be held on Saturday, May 26th, from 9:30 a.m. ˆ noon. Rev. Jim will be leading the class on our Christian faith, the Christian church and the United Methodist Church. Following the class, the Evangelism Committee is sponsoring a luncheon in Fellowship Hall for all new members since January 1st. Sarah Circle is preparing the luncheon. Membership Sunday will be on May 27th. If you are interested in attending, please contact the church office. It would be helpful if you could let us know by May 21st in order to plan for the dinner. Childcare will be provided.
PENTECOST SUNDAY will be on Sunday, May 27th. Don't forget to wear RED! This is the celebration of the birthday of the church.
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?
Adult Sunday School Class for Ages 19-90
9:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall
FOOD 4 KIDS
A free bag lunch with drink and dessert will be provided in the parks for kids who need it. Beginning July 2nd - Come any time between 12 noon and 1 p.m. at JC Park, Brashear Park, PC Mills Park, and Memorial Park.
We need volunteers to serve in the Parks. and work in the kitchen. We don't need any kitchen help the weeks of July 2, 16, or 23rd. We don't need anyone to work the Parks the week of the 16th. Please contact Beverly Kitts at bjkitts2002@yahoo.com to schedule a time that you can volunteer. A lot of people in both areas are needed in August.
Arts in the Park will follow Food 4 Kids from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Monday at PC Mills, on Tuesday and Thursday at Brashear Park, on Wednesday at JC Park, and Friday at Memorial Park. Arts in the Park will have three teachers instructing in the areas of Art, Music, and Theater. Abby Detweiler and Ashley Lara are two of the instructors. All children in the area are encouraged to participate. Volunteers are also needed to help with this program. Contact Linda Colton or the Kirksville Arts Association if you would like to help.
JOYS
Congratulations to Dillon Lara and Jeremy Morton who are graduating from Moberly Area Community College tonight in Moberly. They will be receiving Associate of Arts Degrees.
Congratulations to our Eighth Graders who are graduating tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Kirksville Middle School. Joey Kling is participating in ceremonies at Mary Immaculate School tonight, too. A list of our 8th graders will be in the bulletin this week and Metho-News next week.
Congratulations to those graduating from Missouri State University in Springfield on May 18th: Abby Detweiler, daughter of Mardee and Bob Henselman and Pete and Sally Detweiler, will receive a Bachelor's of Science in Education Degree in Art Education; Matt Collins, son of Bill and Myra Collins, will receive a Bachelor's of Science Degree with a Major in Math and Computer Science; Ricka Fleschner, daughter of Rick and Mary Lee Fleschner, will receive a Bachelor of Science in Vocal Music Education; and Cliff Turner, son of David and Carol Turner, will receive a Bachelor of Science in Speech/Theatre Education.
Four 7th graders were baptized on Sunday, May 13th, They are: Ian Clark, son of Norm and Mary Clark; Madelin Collop, daughter of Fred and Sandy Collop; Landon Rice, son of John and Laura Rice; and Callie Templeton, daughter of Scott and Heidi Templeton
Eleven Confirmands in Seventh Grade were confirmed on Sunday. They are: Ian Clark, son of Norm and Mary Clark; Madelin Collop, daughter of Fred and Sandy Collop; Emily Harrison, daughter of Keith and Rebecca Harrison; Caleb Helton, son of Brad and Janette Helton; Haylee Kinney, daughter of David and Melissa Kinney; Xavier O'Brien, son of John and Andrea O'Brien; Adam Pennington, son of Steve and Nancy Pennington; Landon Rice, son of John and Laura Rice; Callie Templeton, daughter of Scott and Heidi Templeton; Cecil Truitt, son of Ron and Sheila Truitt; and Ian Truitt, son of Ron and Sheila Truitt. Rev. Jim, Lynae, and Adam Morton participated in the Confirmation. Adam had served as special assistant to Rev. Jim during the weeks of Confirmation classes. Thanks to Heidi Templeton for her vocal solo and to all the children who sang to all the mothers. Thanks to the parents of the Confirmand Class of 2006 for the Reception. Thanks to Jackie Jones for coordinating this.
INVITATION TO WEDDING: Ricka Fleschner, daughter of Rick and Mary Lee Fleschner, and Clifford Turner, son of David and Carol Turner, invite you to share in the ceremony uniting them in marriage on Saturday, June 23rd, at 2:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church. Reception will follow in Fellowship Hall.
INVITATION TO RECEPTION - On Sunday June 17th between 1st and 2nd Service we would like to invite the congregation to celebrate our new marriage in Fellowship Hall with cake and punch. No gifts are necessary, but we would appreciate a good family recipe that we could add to our cookbook collection. We will be getting married in Michigan the week before.
Abby (Detweiler) and Matthew Collins
Thanks to those who helped make the Mother-Daughter Brunch a huge success!
A list of our member's relatives who are graduating will be in the bulletin and Metho-News. That is quite a long list.
There are so many of our members/friends that are participating in and achieving in academics, music, and sports in the school and community. We are asking that you send in information about yourself or your student(s) on the form below.
Name__________________________________________
Recognition/Award__________________________________________
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Date__________________________________
CONCERNS
Jackie Jones, Emil Green, Oneta Muns, Arnie Preussner, Mary Weerts, Jennifer Schutter, Steve Gramling, Evelyn Barnes (knee surgery rec.), Noble Redmon (hip surgery), Marjorie Collins (tests), Tami Ruebel/Blake Barber, May Willis, Ashton Cordray
Those who are family members and/or friends of the church
David Shoush (Pat); Ike Dotson, Wayne Willis, Nancy Pennington's father, Wayne Bevell's father, Roger Jones' father, Loyd Welte's son-Terry, Doris Thompson's granddaughter, Inga Pickett; Chuck Heckert's aunt
World and National Issues (Israel, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan)
All men and women serving our country- Ryan Decker, Rex and Janice Meneely's grandson-Iraq, Andrea O'Brien's brother, Ryan, in Japan; Trent Kull, Iraq; Jeremy Truitt, Iraq
Our prayers and sympathy are with Larry, Carol, Tyler, and Carli Hays in the loss of Larry's father, Benny Hays. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 19th, at Travis-Noe Funeral Home at 2 p.m.
Our prayers and sympathy are with Charles Morse and family in the loss of his son, Scott Morse, former member of First UMC. Services were held on Wednesday, May 16th, in Harrisonville, Mo. Scott's wife and sons are Ann, Mitchell, and Nathan.
SUNDAY AT FIRST
SENIOR SUNDAY
PRESENTATION OF BELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
8:15 a.m. Acolytes - Bryan Morton and Brooks Templeton
8:15 a.m. Liturgist - Sally Detweiler
8:15 a.m. Ushers - Ben & Katie Graves and Gary & Joyce Sells
8:15 a.m. Greeters - Sam, Rhonda, and Kim Kriegel and Ron & Marylyn Hargadine
10:45 a.m. Acolytes - Allison Easley and Emily Harrison
10:45 a.m. Liturgist - Jim Przybylski
10:45 a.m. Ushers - Eldon Coy, Ed Herrmann, Jim Nevins, and Vern Playle
10:45 a.m. Greeters - Jack & Sue Magruder and Dale & Marijane Motter
Sound System Technicians 8:15 a.m.- Thomas Redmon; 10:45 a.m. Jeremy Morton
Communion Steward - Sherry May
Van Driver - Wayne Bevell
Childcare Staff - Lisa McLain, Coordinator, Angie Danielson, Chrissie Treasure, Kara Beck
CALENDAR FOR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
Thursday, May 17th
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
7:30 p.m. Missions Committee
Friday, May 18th
NO KID'S NIGHT OUT as listed on calendar
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Saturday, May 19th
Cub Scout Pinewood Derby in Fellowship Hall in morning
7:00 p.m. Youth Overnight Retreat begins
Sunday, May 20th
SENIOR SUNDAY/ BELL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATION
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
9:20 a.m. Youth Retreat Ends
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Reception for Seniors, Sunday School, Chancel Choir, "Holy Conversation class", Nursery Provided
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
NO YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Monday, May 21st
12 noon United Methodist Men at Pondersoa
5:30 p.m. PACE MInistry Meeting
7:00 p.m. Fourth of July Celebration Choir Practice
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Tuesday, May 22nd
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
Wednesday, May 23rd
12 noon Trinity Bible Study
5:30 p.m. Trinity Bible Study
5:30 p.m. Celebration Choir
6:30 p.m. Adult Handbell Choir
Thursday, May 24th
8:00 a.m. Metho-News Mailing Team
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
5:00 p.m. Nurture and Education Committee
5:15 p.m. Staff-Parish Relations Committee
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
Friday, May 25th
5:00 p.m. Wedding Rehearsal
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Saturday, May 26th
9:30 a.m. - 12 noon Membership Class
4:00 p.m. Mason/Humphreys Wedding
MEMBERSHIP SUNDAY/MEMORIAL DAY SUNDAYPENTECOST
Sunday, May 27th
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Chancel Choir, Nursery Provided
"Holy Conversation"
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
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.
HORIZON YOUTH
9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday School for Sr. High and Mid High every Sunday.
Youth Lock-in will begin on Saturday, May 19th, with registration beginning at 7:00 p.m. Doors will be locked at 7:30 p.m. so you need to arrive before then. We will attend the 8:15 worship service together. Please bring $3 for each person to help off set the cost of snacks.
We will not have Youth Night this summer. Watch for information about small trips and activities.
PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE CLASS
The Class will meet this week at 9:30 a.m. to decide on their new study. They meet in Room 306.
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
On June 7th, at 6:00 p.m. all Circles and Bible Study Groups and their spouses or guests will meet for a picnic at Brashear Park. Meat and drink will be provided. Bring your table service, lawn chairs, and a dish or two to share.
UNITED METHODIST MEN
The next meeting will be on Monday, May 21st, at 12 noon at the Ponderosa Restaurant. They will meet for a dutch-treat lunch with a program to follow given by Rev. Glen Lochhead.
There is an organizational meeting for the Kirksville Community String Orchestra forming for 7th grade-adults. This will be on Thursday , May 17th, at 7:00 p.m. at the Kirksville Arts Center, at 117 S Franklin.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND GROUPS
Thursday, May 17th - 7:30 p.m. Missions Committee
Monday, May 21st - 5:30 p.m. PACE Ministers Meeting
Thursday, May 24th - 5:00 p.m. Nurture and Education Committee
Thursday, May 24th - 5:15 p.m. Staff-Parish Relations Committee.
HUNGER AWARENESS DAY
Help the Central Missouri Food Bank at this fun children's event! Volunteers are needed to collect food and help serve dinner at Rotary Park. The time is 4-6 p.m. There will be other activities through the day. Watch the papers. Contact Jodie Griffin at (660) 342-4483 if you are interested in this opportunity.
CHRISTIAN FAMILY DAY (article taken from Mark Twain District newsletter)
On Saturday, June 23rd, the St. Louis Cardinals are having a Christian Family Day at the game. They are playing the Philadelphia Phillies. Families are invited to enjoy a free post-game concert by Mercy Me. For more information and to order tickets, call 636-227-9788.
Return engagement - Singer, guitarist, story teller BOB MORLEY, will perform on Sunday, June 24th, at First United Methodist Church of Kirksville for both the 8:15 and the 10:45 services.
His performance last spring was an unqualified success, and we look forward to another enjoyable and inspiring performance.
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