NEWS FROM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
July 17, 2008
A Note From Pastor Richard
One day a cowboy out in Arizona was riding down a trail. All of a sudden as he rounded a bend, he saw an Indian lying down in the middle of the trail. He had his ear pressed close to the ground. As he got closer the Indian began to speak. "Wagon," he said, "drawn by two horses. Horses both dapple gray. Passengers in wagon. Two passengers. One man, one woman. Man driving."
The cowboy was amazed. He just couldn't believe it. "That's incredible, I can't believe it! You can tell all of that just by listening with your ear to the ground?"
And the Indian replied, "No, they ran over me half an hour ago!"
Most of us get flattened out in life from time to time. Something comes along -- some disease, some circumstance, some broken relationship, some loss -- something comes along that knocks us off our feet and sends us staggering through life. Most of the time we bounce back. However, sometimes we do not recover.
In John 5:2-9, a man has been struggling for 38 years with his health. Jesus asks him, “Do you want to be made well?” His reply is not very satisfactory. The story raises questions about what role does God play and what role do we play in our own recovery.
God confronts each of us at some point in our lives with this question: Do we want to be made well? Sometimes we do have choices about our situations. Our choice may be to continue living in pain and brokenness or to do something about our situation. But making the correct choice can certainly be more painful in the short term. The need to change has to be greater than the need to remain the same.
My sermon addresses this issue this weekend. See you on Sunday!
HELP NEEDED
The next Food 4 Kids delivery is on Friday, July 18th, at 1 p.m. at the Food 4 Kids kitchen on N. Elson. Please come early at 12:30 p.m. as the delivery was early last time. If you can lift at least a 20-lb box, please come. For questions, please call Denise Comstock.
FOOD FOR KIDS has gotten a good start. Here is the report for the first three days this week.
Monday - 231
Tuesday - 253
Wednesday - 265
Thanks to everyone who is volunteering to help with the Food 4 Kids. We couldn't do it without you. There may still be need for volunteers that can be called to substitute. If you could substitute if someone couldn't come, please contact Bev.
"Coffee" with Pastor Richard
Staff Parish Relations Committee are organizing a series of meetings between Pastor Richard and members of the church. The goal is to provide Pastor Richard informal opportunities to talk with people in small group settings. Every church member will be invited to one such meeting over the course of the next few months. If you would be willing to host a meeting (of approximately 10-15 people) in your home, please contact the church office.
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.
Item of Interest________________________________
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18th Year for Back to School Project
Wow! It is hard to believe that the Back to School Project has been happening for 18 years. I guess I could do some calculations and come up with some pretty impressive numbers for all of you that like stats. However, that would require time and mental work and time, I now have, but that mental requirement is "out to lunch". So trust me when I say we have purchased, assembled, and distributed thousands of school kits over the last sixteen years.
For some of you that might be new to 1st UMC or to the Kirksville area, let me tell you a little bit about the Back to School Project. Originally "Campaign for Children" began under the leadership of the United Methodist Women. The first event was held in 1990 in the church basement and served around 60 students. They were provided with new socks and underwear, good used clothing, and school supplies. We have outgrown the church basement and now have many organizations that help co-sponsor this event. We are meeting the needs of over 400+ students annually.
This year the Back to School Fair will be held at the Primary School on Wednesday, August 6th, 2008 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. We will have a work night on August 5th at 5 p.m. here at the church. At this time, all the kits will be assembled and the truck will be loaded in order to move the school kits to the Primary School the next day. Workers are needed to help assemble kits and load the boxes. This would be a wonderful service activity for Girl or Boy Scouts, a Sunday School class, group and/or individuals that are willing to serve. (This year we will be assembling 500 kits.) In addition, I am in need of adult volunteers to unload the school supplies at 9 a.m. at the school and volunteers to work the fair on Wednesday, Augsut 6th. If you or your group want to help in any way, please call Denise Comstock.
This year the following organizations have made significant contributions to this project so that we can continue to help the families in need in Adair County.
The United Way of Adair County
Kirksville Interchurch Ministries
Quota Club
Men's VFW
Women's VFW
Salvation Army
Of course, the last time I checked they were not giving away school supplies free at the stores. So, if you would like to contribute to this worthwhile project financially, you may send your donation to the church or place in the offering plate. Please indicate on your check or envelope "Back to School".
Last, but certainly not least, please continue to pray for the success of this project. Ask God to help us reach and serve the children in need in our community.
Denise Comstock
Back to School Coordinator
PLASTIC BAGS ARE NEEDED for this project! Please bring them to the church office by July 31st.
JOYS
PUT ON YOUR CALENDAR: The congregation of First United Methodist Church is invited to a reception in honor of the marriage of Brian Vogt and Kaily Martin on Saturday, August 16th from 6:00-10:00 p.m. for dinner and dancing at the Journal Printing building, 119 S Elson in Kirksville.
Brian is the son of Dan and Judy Vogt.
Please RSVP by August 2, 2008 at brianandkaily@yahoo.com
Jonathan Self, son of Jay and Beth Self, was one winner out of six in the Stars and Stripes Forever Essay Contest for the Red, White, and Blue Festival. Congratulations, Jonathan!
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THANKS
Thank you to our family, friends and church members for all that you did to make our 50th wedding anniversary so memorable. We really apprecaited all your cards, phone calls and your attendance at our reception.
A special thank you to the United Methodist Women for their helpd.
We will remember your thoughtfulness for ever. Thanks.
Jack and Melba Bowen
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We know that several of our young people are attending the Joseph Baldwin Academy. Please let us know if you or one of your family members are doing this or are attending other camps. We would like to mention this in the next Metho-News which will go out the week of the 21st. Right now we know that Emily Harrison, Caitlin Pennington, Jessica Rhodes, and Ian Truitt attended. Please let us know of others.
SUNDAY AT FIRST
Rachel Riley will sing a solo at both services.
8:15 a.m. Acolyte - Emily Eitel
8:15 a.m. Liturgist - Sue Limestall
8:15 a.m. Ushers - Ken Hayes, Bob Barrett, Adam Dorrell, and Rich Chapman
8:15 a.m. Sound System - Thomas Redmon
10:45 a.m. Acolytes - Aaron Easley and Jonathan Self
10:45 a.m. Liturgist - Melinda Harrison
10:45 a.me. Ushers - Rick Fleschner, Jim Nevins, Bob Kelsey, David Whitworth, and Vern Playle
10:45 a.m. - Sound System - Adam Pennington
Transportation - George and Lynda Durflinger
Communion Steward - Cheryl Cragg
Childcare Staff - Lisa McLain, Coordinator, Angie Danielson, Jenni Bevell, Kara Beck, Paige Mundhenke, Julie Jackson, Amanda Boyle, and Jessica Wolf
CALENDAR FOR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
Thursday, July 17
9:00 a.m. - Line Dancing
12 noon 50+ Luncheon at Rotary Park
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
Friday, July 18
5:30 - 8:00 p.m. KID'S Night out
5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Couples Night Out at Wooden Nickel
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Sunday, July 20
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Chancel Choir, Nursery Provided
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
6:00 p.m. Cup of Faith SS Class Party at John and Andrea O'Brien's home
6:00-9:00 p.m. Horizon Youth Movie Night at Church
Monday, July 21
9:00 a.m. - noon - Summer Music Camp
12 noon - 1:00 p.m. Food 4 Kids at 4 Parks (M-F)
12 noon United Methodist Men at Ponderosa Restaurant
6:00 p.m. Young Women's Bible Study
8:00-9:00 p.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL ON MONDAY NIGHT
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Tuesday, July 22
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
9:00 a.m. - noon Summer Music Camp
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Mom/Kid Fellowship in Playground
Wednesday, July 23
9:00 a.m. - noon - Summer Music Camp
6:30 p.m. Adult Handbell Small Ensemble Practice
Thursday, July 24
8:00 a.m. Metho-News Mailing Team
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
9:00 a.m. - noon Summer Music Camp
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
6:30 p.m. Summer Music Camp program at Red Barn Park
Friday, July 25
10:00 - noon Summer Music Camp Swim Day - Meet at Aquatic Center
10:00 a.m. Adult Handbell Small Ensemble at Manor Care
11:45 a.m. Adult Handbell Small Ensemble at Village 76
2:00 p.m. Adult Handbell Small Ensemble at Twin Pines
8:00 p.m. A.A
Sunday, June 27
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Chancel Choir, Nursery Provided,
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
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.
Sign up on the sheets for the various camps.
Summer Mini-Camps
SUMMER MUSIC CAMP for all children going into K-6th grade
July 21-25, 9-noon
Program outside this year - Thursday, July 24th, 6:30 p.m. at the Red Barn Park
New Camps
For Kids going into K-5th grade
Choir Camp - August 8 9-noon - Sing on Sunday, August 10th
Handbell Choir Camp - August 14th & 15th - 10:00 - noon, Play on Sunday, August 17th
KID'S Night Out will be on Friday, July 18, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at the church.
Couples' Night out will be on Friday, July 18th, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. at Wooden Nickel - Supper with Pastor Richard and Erin Northcutt!
YOUTH
9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday School for Sr. High and Mid High every Sunday.
MOVIE NIGHT will be on Sunday, July 20th, from 6-9 p.m. at the church
Monday, August 4th - Junior High Youth will play board games at church from 5-7 p.m.
Attention all youth and parents: We are going to Six Flags St. Louis on Thursday August 7th. We will leave the building at 6:30 am and be back home around 11:00 pm. We need at least seven youth to go to get the special rate of $23.99 a ticket. I need the money and permission slips filled out and given to me by July 27. As always friends are welcome, but they need health forms on file. If you have been to WOW and the mission trips you don't need a health form. Parents are allowed to attend and may be asked if we get more than 12 kids wanting to go. If you have questions, please call Chuck.
Camp Jo Ota is having a Youth Rally on September 13 and 14. Check with your directors for details.
COLLEGE AGE MINISTRY
Do you have an idea for an activity?
Call Rebecca or e-mail her at zimmermsw@yahoo.com
ATTENTION: ALL Students and Young Adults are invited to SUNDAY SCHOOL ON MONDAY NIGHT. Join us for the seventh week of the six week DVD study called Life Rules
Next session is Monday, July 21st
8:00-9:00 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Snacks provided
This is our last session.
Call or email Rebecca with questions!
NEWS ABOUT DISCOVERY/PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE CLASS that meets in Room 306
On July 20th, 27th, and August 3rd they will be watching and discussing "The Last Lecture" by Randy Pausch. There will be two books located in the classroom for anyone who would like to read the book without purchasing. Everyone is welcome and if you have any questions, you may contact Joyce Lara or Judy Vogt.
NEWS ABOUT J.O.Y. CLASS - This summer they will be meeting in Room 310. Dr. Ed Herrmann is their teacher for the summer.
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
Young Women's Bible Study will meet on Monday, July 21st at the church at 6:00 p.m.
PUT ON YOUR CALENDAR - United Methodist Women's Sunday will be on August 24th. Pastor Peggie from Atlanta United Methodist Church will bring the message
Mom & Kid Fellowship
Every Tuesday morning from June 10th - August 19th 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Come to church and let the kids play on our awesome new playground while moms chit chat and drink their coffee. Cookies or popsicles and drinks will be provided for kids! Coordinators are Angie Danielson and Anitra Crisp
Mom's Morning Out
1st Thursday of every month from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00
Next one will be on Thursday, August 7th
UNITED METHODIST MEN
The next United Methodist Men's meeting will be on Monday, July 21st, at noon at the Ponderosa Restaurant. This will be a time to welcome Pastor Richard Northcutt.
50+ Luncheon
The next 50+ Luncheon will be held on Thursday, July 17th, at Rotary Park, at noon. Please bring your table service and a dish or two to share. Drinks will be provided. Pastor Richard and Erin Northcutt, Abbey and Sam will be our special guests.
DENTAL KIT PROJECT
The Missions Committee is again providing dental kits for the local Head Start Program. They are asking for donations of either supplies or monetary gifts.
A kit consists of:
4-6 soft toothbrushes (include 2 child size) unopened packages only, extra brushes are for family members
1 dental floss – any size
1 fluoride toothpaste, 6 oz. or more
Place items inside a 1 gallon zip lock bag. A container for the kits will be provided at the church for your convenience. Our goal is to make 150. Talk to Laurie Waddle for more information.
HEIFER PROJECT
The Missions Committee is partnering with the Central Church of Christ to raise money for the Heifer Project.
We have collected $595.23 to give to this project.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
TRANSPORTATION PROVIDERS NEEDED - If you are interested in becoming a driver of the Church van to provide transportation for our members on Sunday, please contact the church office.
Metho-News will be published next week so please submit articles by Tuesday, July 22nd.
Remember that Registration Open House for Melody's School of Dance and Tumbling will be on Saturday, July 26th from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Willard School. For more information, call or email Melody at jennings@truman.edu.
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