NEWS FROM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
February 23, 2007
DEVOTION FROM REV. JIM
The welcome warm weather outside my office window gives a glimpse of a new season that is to come and be celebrated. Spring brings with it the hope of new life, new energy, time outside, and golf.
The Christian liturgical calendar is similar in that a new season is before us, the season of Lent. Lent follows the season of Epiphany and affords a time to prepare our lives spiritually for the Good News that we will be so hungry and thirsty for in the Easter time at the conclusion of our Lenten experiences.
So the season of “manifestation” gives way to the season of “preparation”! Let us prepare our hearts to receive all that the God of the Epiphany has before us.
See ya' Sunday!
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.
BOY SCOUT PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Saturday, February 24th - 6 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Fellowship Hall
Pancakes and Sausage, Biscuits and Gravy for $4.00
Bake Sale, also. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
UPCOMING EVENTS THE WEEK OF February 25th - March 4th
Sunday, February 25th - 9:30 a.m. Informational/Organizational Meeting for Confirmation Class (7th Graders and their Parents) -Rev. Jim Leading-Basement
9:30 a.m. - Human Development Class Meeting for Parents only of 5th and 6th graders - Lynae McFarland leading-Basement
Monday, February 26th- 6:30 p.m. Young Women's Bible Study in Parlor
6 or 6:30 p.m. Pinewood Derby in Basement
Wednesday, February 28 - 12:05-12:55 p.m. Mid-Week Lenten/Communion Service in Chapel
6:30 p.m. Finance Committee Meeting
Thursday, March 1st - 7:30 p.m. Sarah Circle at home of Linda Robinson
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?
New Adult Sunday School Class for Ages 19-90
9:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall
W.A.R.P. Sunday School class for college students led by Mary Lee Fleschner is joining this group.
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
We thank God for Rev. Jim's 30 years of Pastoral Ministry and celebrate the beginning of his 31st year as of February 11th. Congratulations to Rev. Jim and Linda on their 45th wedding anniversary on Friday, February 23rd.
Congratulations to Ben Bowen on receiving a medal at State by placing sixth in his weight class! He was also the Wrestler of the Week last week in the Kirksville Daily Express.
Congratulations to Thomas Redmon and Ben Bowen who were chosen for the Conference second team in wrestling. The Kirksville Wrestlers clinched the Conference Championship this year with a record of 5-0 in Conference duals.
Congratulations to the Kirksville Tigers in District Play. Kris Nelson, Chris Clark, Dalton Buck, and Mike Shoush are members of the team. They will be playing for the District Championship on Friday against Hannibal at the Moberly Area Community College at 7:30 p.m. Good luck, Tigers!
Congratulations to the Kirksville Lady Tigers as they play the game for the District Championship Friday night at Moberly Area Community College against Fulton at 6 p.m. Good luck, Lady Tigers!
Scott Turner earned a position on the All-Tournament team due to his outstanding play in the Northeast Missouri Academic Challenge held at Truman State University last Saturday. He was also chosen for the All Tournament Team in the Monroe City Tournament and the Kirksville Tournament. Laura Kling is also a member of this team and Myra Collins is the Adviser.
Gary Lee, son of Norene Lee, will be presenting special music on his cello this Sunday at both services. In his home area of Maplewood near St. Louis. Gary teaches cello, is a professional cello musician, and works as a proofreader for Kalmus Music Company. He is married to Deborah and they have a son, Adam.
You are invited to the Graduate Piano Recital of Michelle Jones who is a Graduate Student at Truman State University on Sunday, February 25th, at 2 p.m. in the Ophelia Parrish Performance Hall. Michelle is a member of our Childcare staff, played trombone in the Christmas Orchestra and is active at Wesley House. All are welcome to attend.
The Youth Dinner Theater was a huge success. They made $740.00 on the Silent Auction for Baskets. After expenses they expect to clear approximately $2,000 towards their project for the trip to Red Bird Mission this summer. Thanks to everyone who helped in any way!
Congratulations to Ken and Betty Slaughter on the birth of a new great grandson born on February 15th to Chris and Melaini Sevits of Queen City.
Congratulations to Dessa Ofstad on the birth of her great nephew born on February 21st.
SUNDAY AT FIRST
FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
Special Music by Gary Lee, cellist
8:15 a.m. Acolytes - Ashley and Zachary Playle
8:15 a.m. Liturgist - Donna Bailey
8:15 a.m. Ushers - Bill & Linda Frazee and Dale & Virginia Watson
10:45 a.m. Acolytes - Anna Lochbaum and Jackson Mann
10:45 a.m. Liturgist - Keith Harrison
10:45 a.m. Ushers - Bob Mason, Jim Nevins, Ed Herrmann, David Whitworth, and Vern Playle
Sound System Technicians 8:15 a.m.-Dillon Lara; 10:45 a.m. - Jeremy Morton
Communion Steward - Ginny Schneider
Transportation - Jerry Mayhew and Karen Sundstrom
Childcare Staff - Lisa McLain, Coordinator, Angie Danielson, Michelle Jones, Chrissie Treasure, Hillarey Stone, Justine Marty, Elizabeth Anderson, Kara Beck, and Trish Kriekemeier
CALENDAR FOR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
Friday, February 23rd
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Sunday, February 25th
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Chancel Choir, Nursery Provided, New Adult Sunday School Class meeting in basement-"Holy Conversation"
9:30 a.m. Confirmation Organizational Meeting (basement)
9:30 a.m. Human Development Class meeting (basement)
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
6:00 p.m. Youth Praise Band Practice
7:00-8:30 p.m. Horizon Night
Monday, February 26th
6:30 p.m. Pinewood Derby
6:30 p.m. Young Women's Bible Study
7:00 p.m. Kirksville Community Chorus
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Tuesday, February 27th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
Wednesday, February 28th
12:05 p.m. -12:55 p.m. Mid-Week Lenten Service
3:00 p.m. Club 3:16
5:30 p.m. Celebration Choir
6:30 p.m. Adult Handbell Choir
6:30 p.m. Hands of Friendship Quilt Guild
6:30 p.m. Finance Committee Meeting
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
Thursday, March 1st
8:00 a.m. Metho-News Mailing Team
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 Linda Robinson
Friday, March 2nd
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Sunday, March 4th
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Holy Communion, Nursery Provided
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Nursery Provided
New Adult Sunday School Class
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Holy Communion, 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 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.
FEBRUARY 25th - Human Sexuality Information Meeting - 9:30 a.m. for Parents ONLY of 5th and 6th Graders - Meet in Boy Scout Room in Basement
Club 3:16 on Wednesday, February 28th from 3-5 p.m.
Human Sexuality Class begins on March 11th at 9:30 a.m. (Note new day)
HORIZON YOUTH
9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday School for Sr. High and Mid High every Sunday.
Sunday, February 25th - 6:00 p.m. Youth Praise Band Practice
7-8:30 p.m. Horizon Night
Watch for information about Bible Study!
2007 CONFIRMATION CLASS FOR SEVENTH GRADERS
A decision was made to start the class a week later on the 11th because of Spring Break for the schools on March 4th. The information meeting for students and their parents will be Sunday, February 25th, at 9:30 a.m.
This year's Confirmation Class will be held on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. from Sunday, March 11th 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!
PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE CLASS
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. The class meets in Room 306. This week they will be studying "How Can I Defeat Depression?"
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
The Young Women's Bible Study will meet on Monday, February 26th, at 6:30 p.m. They will be studying Chapter 3 in their book. Childcare is provided.
Sarah Circle will meet at the home of Linda Robinson on Thursday, March 1st, at 7:30 p.m.
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!
Beginning Wednesday, February 28th, in Lent there will be Mid-Week Lenten Chapel Communion Services from 12:05-12:55 p.m.
DAFFODIL SUNDAY
This special day will be on Sunday, March 11th this year. This is sponsored by the American Cancer Society. The Memorial Committee has purchased Daffodils for those who requested them and will list their names in the bulletin that Sunday.
You may pick up your daffodil after the 10:45 a.m. service on March 11th.
COMMUNITY EVENT
The Kirksville Arts Association is sponsoring the Saint Louis Stompers Concert - a classical jazz band on Saturday, March 10th at the Kirksville Arts Center
There is limited seating capacity so buy your tickets early at
Edna Campbells or Kirksville Arts Center
Adults are $15 each and students (with ID) $10
Talk to Dianthe Cable for more information.
RED CROSS BLOODMOBILE will be on Thursday, March 1st at the Fairgrounds Multipurpose Building from 2-7 p.m. This is sponsored by the Kirksville Kiwanis Club. All presenting donors will receive a vintage American Red Cross keychain. Information sheets can be picked up from the table in the Narthex on Sunday. Please remember to bring a form of identification.
COPING WITH SUICIDE LOSS
Mark Twain Area Counseling Center of Kirksville is starting a free support group for people who have lost someone by suicide. The first of the monthly sessions will be held on Monday, March 12th, from 6-7:30 p.m. Reservations are not required. For many people, a crucial part of healing is the support and sense of connections gained by sharing their grief with other survivors. The most common way this sharing occurs is through "suicide survivor groups." The group isa safe place to share your experience and support each other. Inquiries can be made by calling Mark Twain Counseling Center at 665-4612.
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