NEWS FROM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
December 21, 2006
DEVOTION FROM REV. JIM
There must be another word to replace my overused one of WOW, but I simply cannot think of an appropriate substitute for what happened here at First UMC on Sunday. Except for the incorrect title, the program was wonderful and appreciated by all, even the participants and leaders. The title should have been and could now be retitled as "Miracle in First UMC Sanctuary". It was indeed miraculous in detail, in planning, and in presentation˜what a special day, indeed, for us to enjoy and a beautiful way to open our hearts and lives to the Christmas possibilities in each of our lives and in the lives of those around us as the spirit given us can be given through us to others as we share our "light"!
A big thanks to Lynae and to all who gave us this miracle!
See ya' Sunday for another miracle!
Love in Christ,
Rev. Jim
NEEDED - 1 Childcare Staff Position is available. Please pick up an application in the church office. Talk to Lisa McLain, Childcare Coordinator, for more information.
NEEDED TOMORROW FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22nd - Someone to check condition of the many beautiful poinsettias (see if water needed) and also to arrange them-call Marla if you can do this or just come to the church
SPECIAL MUSIC AT CHRISTMAS EVE MORNING SERVICES
At both 8:15 and 10:45 services, there will be special music by Rachel, Kate, and Sarah Riley.
SPECIAL CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT COMMUNION EVENING SERVICES - Sunday, December 24th
5:00 p.m. - Special Music by Kathleen Redmon and Julie Mikolajczak
7:00 p.m. Special Music by Jordan Clark, Ricka Fleschner, and Candace, Rachel, and Hannah Magruder
There will be Holy Communion and a Special Candlelight Service
DON'T MISS THIS SERVICE TO CELEBRATE OUR SAVIOR'S BIRTH!
JOYS
Rosalee Coy was baptized on Sunday, December 17th. Welcome, Rosalee!
Drew and Rebecca Zimmer transferred their membership to First UMC as professing members. Annabel and Audrey, their daughters were transferred as baptized members. Welcome!
RETIREMENT RECEPTION FOR ANNE BARLOW -
Anne Barlow will be retiring from her position as Executive Director of the American Red Cross. There will be a retirement reception to be held on Friday, December 29th, from 2-4 p.m. in the Community Room of the TCRC Building at 315 S. Franklin. Anne has been with the local chapter for 25 years, serving as the Executive Director for the last 11 years. All are invited to celebrate her achievement and wish her the best in her retirement.
INVITATION TO BIRTHDAY PARTY - Mary Alice Mabry will be celebrating her 90th birthday on Saturday, December 30th, and her son, grandchildren, and great grandchildren are hosting an Open House in Fellowship Hall at First UMC from 2-4 p.m. Mark your calendar and plan to attend. Your presence is your gift.
CONCERNS
Marjorie Collins, Lucille Cragg, Ada Kins, Leland & Crystal O'Brien, Oneta Muns, Bob Stroeber, Dora Belle Clark, Lucille Cragg, Marie Dodson, Lando and LaVera Scott, Jean Richardson, Ed Carpenter, Kim Ayers, Ed Herrmann, Emil Green
Those who are family members and/or friends of the church
Marge McElroy, David Shoush (Pat); Wayne Bevell's dad, Heidi Templeton's sister, Lynda Durflinger's granddaughter, Rich McKinney's mother, Robert and Kaye Davis' daughter, Beverly (surg. rec.), Bina James (Marsha Redmon's mother), Rick and Becky Mansfield's daughter, Patricia
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 CHURCH ETERNAL: Naomi Stroeber, member of First United Methodist Church, passed away on Saturday, December 16th. The service was held on Wednesday, December 20th. Our prayers and sympathy are with her husband, Bob, and their family.
SUNDAY AT FIRST
8:15 a.m. Acolytes - Ashley & Zachary Playle
8:15 a.m. Liturgist - Laurie Turner
8:15 a.m. Ushers - Ed & Nettie Carpenter, Doris Thompson, and Ken Hayes
8:15 a.m. Acolyte Candlelighters - Scott, Maricoe, and Kade Proctor, Gretchen Athon
10:45 a.m. Acolytes - Allison Easley and Jonathan Self
10:45 a.m. Liturgist - Frances Jones
10:45 a.m. - Ushers - Bob Mason, Rick Fleschner, Joe Decker, Rick Riley, and Vern Playle
10:45 a.m. Advent Candlelighters - Eric, Helen, and Cassie Schmidt
Sound System Technicians - 8:15 - Thomas Redmon; 10:45 a.m. - Scott Turner
Communion Steward - Ginny Schneider
Transportation - George and Lynda Durflinger
Childcare Staff - Lisa McLain, Coordinator, Angie Danielson, Michelle Jones, Chrissie Treasure, Hillarey Stone, Teri Heckert, and Justine Marty
CHRISTMAS EVE
5:00 p.m. Acolytes - Aaron Ockenfels and Andrew Mikolajczak
5:00 p.m. Liturgist - Linda Colton
5:00 p.m. Ushers - Scott and Heidi Templeton
5:00 p.m. Sound System - Jeremy Morton
5:00 p.m. Advent Candlelighters - Scott, Heidi, Callie, and Brooks Templeton
7:00 p.m. Acolytes - Jackson Mann and Anna Lochbaum
7:00 p.m. Liturgist - Bob Barrett
7:00 p.m. Ushers - Bob Mason, Ken McGuire, Rick Fleschner, Del Robison, Joe Decker
7:00 p.m. Sound System - Dillon Lara
7:00 p.m. Acolyte Candlelighters - Jack and Sue Magruder Family
Communion Steward - Ginny Schneider
CALENDAR FOR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
Friday, December 22nd
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Sunday, December 24th
CHRISTMAS EVE MORNING SERVICES
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Nursery Provided
9:30 a.m. Purpose Driven Life Class on Day 35
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
5:00 p.m. - Candlelight/Communion Service
7:00 p.m. - Candlelight/Communion Service
Monday, December 25th
CHURCH OFFICES CLOSED
2:00 p.m. Christmas Dinner
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Tuesday, December 26th
CHURCH OFFICES CLOSED
Thursday, December 28th
8:00 a.m. Metho-News Mailing Team
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. RED CROSS BLOODMOBILE
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
Friday, December 29th
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Sunday, December 31st
NEW YEAR'S EVE SERVICE
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Nursery Provided
9:30 a.m. Purpose Driven Life Class on Day 36
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
RED CROSS BLOODMOBILE - Thursday, December 28th -11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
We will be holding a blood drive at our Church on Thursday, December 28th. Thanks to the Cub and Boy Scouts for volunteering to do the unloading at 10:00 a.m. and loading at 3:30 p.m. If you would like to donate blood, please sign your name below and return it to the office.
NAME ___________________________________
PHONE __________________________
TIME OF APPOINTMENT____________
FINANCIAL NEWS
2007 Offering Envelopes are in the Narthex. If there are no envelopes with your name and you want envelopes for 2007, please sign the list on the table. Thanks.
Jackie Harrison and Vicky Williams
For your convenience, you will soon be able to have your regular weekly/monthly contributions transferred from your bank account to the church's bank account electronically. Giving to special offerings cannot be done with electronic transfers. SHEETS TO SIGN UP FOR THIS NEW OPPORTUNITY ARE AVAILABLE. Follow the directions and return the information to the church office by this Sunday in order to have it begin in January.
John Harrison, Treasurer
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.
The next session of Club 316 will begin on Wednesday, January 17th.
HORIZON YOUTH
On December 24th and 31st there will be Jr. High/Sr. High Sunday School Classes together.
There will not be Horizon Youth on December 24th or 31st.
CHRISTMAS DINNER - Our church will be hosting the Christmas Dinner on Monday, December 25th from 2-4 p.m. Sign up Sheets are on the church office window. Nancy and Steve Pennington are coordinating this and need all the help they can get.
If you need a ride, please call the church office. If you have signed up to donate food please bring this on Christmas Eve in the morning when you come to church or after 4 p.m. that evening.
Metho-News will be published next week. Metho-News mailing team will meet at 8 a.m. on Thursday, December 28th.
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM
REV. JIM AND LINDA AND THE STAFF MEMBERS
OF FIRST UMC
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