NEWS FROM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
February 1, 2007
DEVOTION FROM REV. JIM
Last Sunday, Linda and I worshipped with the Clinton UMC in Clinton, Arkansas. Several impressions were formed around that experience and all were compared with First UMC, Kirksville. There were one or two things that I would like to suggest that we incorporate, but several that were not helpful, and some that worked for them that wouldn't work for us. It was good to be in worship, and to worship from the pew, a rare experience for me, and certainly a different perspective, I now can empathize as well as sympathize with you who do that frequently. I was familiar with the hymns and the readings and felt comfortable and worshipful, the anthem was really special, not quite up to First UMC standards, but very nice and quite powerful. It was good to be in the house of the Lord with another part of God's family, but I must admit, very often my thoughts were with you folk here and what would have been happening here. I know it went well here, several people have reported that to me, and I have the service tape to listen to, and am thankful to Rev. Eric and Wesley House and Lynae and others for their leadership in my absence. Linda and I appreciated our time away, but are most happy to be safely home and look forward to seeing you Sunday and telling you more about my time away and hearing about your experience here.
Love in Christ,
Rev. Jim
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.
PUT ON YOUR CALENDAR - Youth Dinner Theater-February 17th (See article below.)
UPCOMING EVENTS NEXT WEEK
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5 - 5:30 P.M. - Trustees meeting
5:30 p.m. Evangelism Committee
7:00 p.m. Cancer Support Group
DON'T MISS THIS!
Super Bowl Sunday is coming-February 4th! Thanks to everyone who contributed canned goods for the Youth's Souper Bowl Sunday project! Special day at the church for children!
8:15 service -Preschool Choir sings
10:45 service - K-5 Choir sings
Special Children's Message
Also, there is a new Adult Sunday School Class beginning in Fellowship Hall on Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
This is for adults ages 19-90!
The W.A.R.P. Sunday School class (college students) led by Mary Lee Fleschner will be joining the new adult Sunday School class, starting this Sunday, February 4th.
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?
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.
JOYS
Thanks to Wesley House students and Pastor Eric for bringing the music and message last Sunday!
Congratulations to David Whitworth on being chosen as Employee of the Month for December for the Community Opportunities, Inc. Sheltered Workshop. David is the son of Jean Whitworth.
CONCERNS
Mabel Waddill, Kay Beach, Leland & Crystal O'Brien, Bob Stroeber, Lando and LaVera Scott, Emil Green, Jean Whitworth, Helen Jo Larson, Lurene Adams, Vel Miller (knee replacement surgery), Nancy Pennington (upcoming surgery), David Kinney
Those who are family members and/or friends of the church
David Shoush (Pat); Nancy Pennington's father, Jamey Morton's sister and brother-in-law (auto accident injuries), Shirley Boyles' daughter (surg. rec.) Bernie Hays (Carol Hays' father-in-law), Marsha Redmon's mother, Bina James
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 Afghanistan
Our prayers and sympathy are with Marsha Redmon and Family and Kay Parish and Family in the loss of their aunt and with Elizabeth Altepeter, Kathleen and Thomas Redmon, Kerri Schwaner, and Jenny Newton in the loss of their great aunt, BULA JAMES. Bina, Marsha's mother, is in the hospital recovering from a fall.
Our prayers and sympathy are with David and Melissa Kinney, Haylee and Callyn in the loss of Melissa's grandfather.
Our prayers and sympathy are with Jennifer and Neil Sargentini and Michael in the loss of Jennifer's father.
Our prayers and sympathy are with Robert and Kaye Davis in the loss of his uncle, Elmo Davis, of LaBelle.
Our prayers and sympathy are with Pat and Emil Green in the loss of her brother.
SUNDAY AT FIRST
Our 3 new PACE Ministers, Ginny Schneider, Helen Jo Larson, and Laurie Waddle will be commissioned.
8:15 a.m. Acolytes - Faith Jones and Emily Eitel
8:15 a.m. Liturgist - Linda Colton
8:15 a.m. Ushers - Ed & Sharon Tiff and Jerry Mayhew & Karen Sundstrom
10:45 a.m. Acolytes - Nikayla and Jacob McLain
10:45 a.m. Liturgist - Jim Turner
Sound System Technicians 8:15 a.m.-Thomas Redmon; 10:45 a.m. - Scott Turner
Communion Steward - Ginny Schneider
Transportation - Sam Kriegel
Childcare Staff - Lisa McLain, Coordinator, Angie Danielson, Michelle Jones, Chrissie Treasure, Hillarey Stone, Teri Heckert, Justine Marty, and Elizabeth Anderson
CALENDAR FOR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
Thursday, February 1st
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
7:30 p.m. Sarah Circle at home of Jean Whitworth
Friday, February 2nd
6:00-9:00 p.m. Brownie and Girl Scout Activity
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Sunday, February 4th
SUPER BOWL SUNDAY
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Holy Communion, Nursery Provided
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Chancel Choir, Nursery Provided, New Adult Sunday School Class meeting in basement-"Holy Conversation"
9:30 a.m. Purpose Driven Life Class Celebration
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Holy Communion, Nursery Provided
3:00 p.m. Manor Care Service
5:00-7:00 p.m. Youth Super Bowl Party at Nothdurft's home
Monday, February 5th
5:30 p.m. Trustees Meeting
5:30 p.m. Evangelism Committee
7:00 p.m. Cancer Support Group
7:00 p.m. Kirksville Community Chorus
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Tuesday, February 6th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
Wednesday, February 7th
3:00 p.m. Club 3:16
5:30 p.m. Celebration Choir
6:30 p.m. Adult Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
Thursday, February 8th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
Friday, February 9th
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Saturday, February 10th
9:30 a.m. Saturday Morning Bible Study at home of Sharon Tiff
Sunday, February 11th
BOY SCOUT SUNDAY
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Nursery Provided
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
6:00 p.m. Youth Praise Band
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. HORIZON NIGHT
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
LIVE B.i.G. Hear, See, and Live Your Belief in God - We will have a new 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.
Some information about Super Bowl Sunday, February 4th
8:15 a.m. - Preschool Choir will sing. 10:45 a.m. - K-5 Choir
New Sunday School Class for 1-2 year olds.
Club 3:16 will meet on Wednesday, February 7th but not on February 14th because of early dismissal of schools.
KID'S Night Out will be on Friday, February 16th from 5:30-8:00 p.m.
HORIZON YOUTH
9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday School for Sr. High and Mid High every Sunday.
Sunday, February 4th, -The Youth Super Bowl Party will be held at the Nothdurft's house this year. Please bring a snack. If you don't know what to bring ask Chuck. We will meet at the building at 5:00 and drive over. We will return after the game. If you don't like football, then come and fellowship and watch the new commercials with us.
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 4th 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!
Seventh graders and/or parents of seventh graders may sign up in the church office!
A meeting for seventh graders and their parents will be on Sunday, February 25th, at 9:30 a.m.
NEW PROGRAM FOR YOUNG WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
The Young Women’s Bible Study is beginning a new book study: “Having A Mary Heart In A Martha World: Finding Intimacy with God in the Busyness of Life.”
Here is the meeting schedule for the ‘spring’ semester.
Feb. 12- Ch. 2
Feb. 26- Ch. 3
March 12- Ch. 4
March 26- Ch. 5
April 9- Ch. 6
April 23- Fellowship Dinner Out (location to be determined later)… note: no childcare provided on this date
May 14- Ch. 7
May 28- no meeting (Memorial Day)
Childcare will be provided in the nursery except on April 23. Talk to Teri Heckert for more information.
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
Sarah Circle will meet on Thursday, February 1st, at 7:30 p.m. at the home of Jean Whitworth.
Saturday Morning Bible Study will meet on Saturday, February 10th, at the home of Sharon Tiff.
Ruth Bible Study will meet on Tuesday, February 13th, at 2:00 p.m. with place to be announced.
Miriam Circle will meet on Thursday, February 15th, at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Dona Truitt.
UNITED METHODIST MEN
The next meeting will be on Monday, February 19th, at noon at the Ponderosa Restaurant. Information about the program will be given later.
PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE CLASS CELEBRATION will be on Sunday, February 4th. This will be held in 308. This is for anyone who attended any of the classes. Please bring either a drink or food item to share. Also, they are cleaning up the classroom so bring cleaning items and hand power.
Beginning February 11th, 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.
BOY SCOUT SUNDAY will be on Sunday, February 11, at both services. There will be recognition of those who completed the "God and Country" Awards program in the Spring of 2006. Jamey Morton and Norm Clark will hand out these awards.
WESLEY HOUSE SUNDAY SUPPERS
Check the sign-up sheet on the office window for times you can help the Wesley House Campus Ministry by providing food for their Sunday evening meal.
This is a great type of mission project for you and your family or your Sunday School class or group to be involved in. The students will appreciate a home-cooked meal and also enjoy visiting with you.
Please plan for 25-30 people. All you need to do is take the food to the Wesley House at 903 S. Davis. The students will help with the drinks and table service when you get there. The suggested time is by 5 p.m. as the meal is at 6 p.m. That will give you enough time to get things ready.
You may email Wesley at wesley@truman.edu or call 660-665-2331. This is a wonderful way to help our students!
YOUTH DINNER THEATER
Come to Uncle Phil's Diner for an
Evening of Food and Fun from the Fabulous 50's
Put on your poodle skirts and leather jackets and come ready to enjoy some classic diner food and an evening of entertainment unlike anything you've ever seen. So invite your friends and family and come on down to the hottest spot in town.
Featuring the Rock and Roll music of "The DeSotos"
Menu
Salad and Bread
Pork Roast with white wine
Baked potatoes
Green bean casserole
Dessert: cheesecake, chocolate cake
Kids menu is hot dogs, chips, green beans, and special treat
FOOD THAT CAN BE DONATED: 15 Rootbeer and 8 Sprite in 2 liter bottles, 5 5-gallon containers of vanilla ice cream, 20 bags of Chex Mix, 2 9 X 13 pans of chocolate cake, 2 9 X 13 pans of Rice Krispie treats, 5 quart size cans of green beans, 3 large size cans of cream of mushroom soup, lemonade and cherry juice powder mix (3) 2 boxes of tea bags
Supplies - records, 50's style women's wigs, 50's style cheerleading outfit, waitress outfit, poodle skirts
Sign-up sheet to help donate food or supplies will be at the ticket booth or call Lynae at 665-7712 or e-mail her at lynaeandbarry@yahoo.com.
Tickets are $8 per person or $15 per couple, $5 for child 10 and under
SILENT AUCTION will be held before probably around 5:30 p.m. Let Bridget know if you can donate a basket for this auction. This will help raise money for our Youth trip to Kentucky this summer.
Put on your calendar - The Annual Boy Scout Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, February 24th, from 6 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Tickets can be purchased from any Boy Scout. They will have them Boy Scout Sunday on February 11th.
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