NEWS FROM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
November 3, 2007
DEVOTION FROM REV. JIM
A THANKSGIVING QUIZ for you, from my friend's newsletter
You have probably heard the prayer, "Lord, you have given so much to us, give us one more thing—a grateful heart." And surely thanksgiving is inherent to the Christian life. Can you identify who is giving thanks?
(Answers in another part of the newsletter)
1. He gave thanks he was not like other men.
2. He took a cup and gave thanks.
3. He was healed and returned to give thanks to Jesus.
4. He knelt and gave thanks three times a day.
5. He gave thanks to God for his "inexpressible gift."
7. He thanked God that God's truth was revealed to babes.
8. She gave thanks when she saw the infant Jesus.
9. They sang thanks to God when the temple was restored.
10. He thanked God for the strangest of all places.
See Ya' Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Rev. Jim
UPCOMING EVENTS
Don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour before you retire on Saturday, November 3rd.
On Sunday, November 4th, we will be observing "All Saints Day" which was on November 1st.
Those who have passed away since last All Saints' Day will be remembered in a special service. Also, memorial gifts and capital improvements will be presented. The playground will be dedicated during the Sunday School hour.
Members of the families of those who have passed away have been invited to this time of remembrance.
THERE WILL BE NO TRUSTEES MEETING ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION WEEK
Monday, November 5th - Friday, November 9th has been designated as Volunteer Appreciation Week at First United Methodist Church. Thanks to all the volunteers. Come by the church and share in food and fellowship between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Sunday, November 11th
Veteran's Day
FESTIVAL OF CHOIRS at both services
First Annual Thanksgiving Potluck Lunch
Meat, Drink, and Table Service will be provided.
Bring your favorite holiday dish/es to share!
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CHURCH CONFERENCE
Our yearly Church Conference will be on Monday, November 19th, at 5:30 p.m. Rev. Bill Koch, Mark Twain District Superintendent, will lead the meeting. All are welcome to attend.
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.
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JOYS
Congratulations to Ryan and Beth Decker on the birth of their daughter, Brooklyn Grace, on October 14th, in North Carolina. Proud grandparents are Joe and Linda Decker. Proud great grandmothers are Wilma Decker and Reva Selby and proud aunt and uncle are Lindsey and Brett Decker.
Congratulations to Donna Norman and Gary Hicks who were married in our Chapel on Saturday, October 20th. Rev. Jim Robinson and Rev. Patrick Shortt officiated at the ceremony. They will reside in Kirksville.
The Congregation of First United Methodist Church is invited to the wedding of Kristin McAninch and Bobby Coble on Saturday, November 17th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Rev. Jim Robinson is officiating. Kristin is the daughter of Mark and Arlene McAninch. A reception will follow in Fellowship Hall.
Congratulations to Dr. Dean and Amy Rosebery for being selected as the Grand Marshals of the Truman Homecoming Parade.
50th Wedding Anniversary - You are most warmly invited by the children and grandchildren of Gary and Louise Cunningham to participate in the joyous celebraion of their parents' and grandparents' 50th Wedding Anniversary on Saturday, November 17th, at 6:30 p.m. at the NEMO Fairgrounds.
THANK YOU to everyone who participated in the "Trick or Trunk" It was a great evening!
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To our church family,
Thank you for your prayers, visits, cards, and messages of support during Arnie’s cancer treatment, surgery, and recovery. We have been on a very long road since his diagnosis in April, and we still have a long way to go, but we’re buoyed by your unfailing kindness and love. Sometimes it takes a major crisis to remind us how God’s love comes to us every day. We’re blessed to be members of the 1st UMC church family!
Love,
Arnie and Alanna Preussner
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Dear Friends,
Thanks to everyone for your calls, cards, and prayers following Ken's cataract surgery and Arlen's fall.
We appreciate your care and concern.
May God bless you!
Ken and Arlen McGuire
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Welcome to new Youth Intern, Elizabeth Anderson. She will be working with Chuck, Amy, and Michelle in the Youth ministry. She is a sophomore at Truman State University. Amy Schweizer is now the Director of the Youth Praise Band as well as Assistant Director of Youth Ministries. Josh Baum is now the Assistant Director of the Celebration Choir.
Thanks to those who have helped with the funeral dinners.
The church provided a light meal following the Margaret Wright service. Others who helped with food for this meal were Dora Belle Clark, Novelle Meredith, and Marla Gramling.
The church provided a light meal before the Hal McKinney service. Those providing food for this meal were: Jackie Harrison, Donna Bailey, Pat Murdock, Novelle Meredith, and Marla Gramling. Linda Robinson and Karen Sundstrom served the meal.
Please add the following people to your birthday list - Ollive Beal on September 22nd, Felix Fasting on October 21st, Elaine Scudder on November 13th, and Margaret Harvey on November 21st.
CONCERNS
Carolyn Harding (rec. from leg surgery), Estileen Clark, Lenos Miller, Arnie Preussner (recovery from surgery at home), Harold & May Willis, Bob Stroeber, Ann Truitt, Mary Lou Detweiler (knee surgery rec.), Sally Gibbons, Tracy Ockenfels, Bob Barrett, Ken Hayes (foot), Crystal O'Brien, Chuck Noyes, Landon Rice (broken ankle), Marjorie Collins, Sally Gibbons
Those who are family members and/or friends of the church
Helen Boyles (Jack's mother); Doris Thompson's granddaughter, Inga Pickett; Debbie Ellebracht ( recovery from car accident), Debbie Nothdurft's father (heart bypass surg. rec.); Bill Frazee's mother
World and National Issues (Myanmar, Sudan, Korea, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan)
Victims of fires in California
All men and women serving our country- Ryan Decker (U.S.) Trent Kull, Jeremy Truitt, Dean and Amy Rosebery's grandson, Jay (all in Iraq)
OUR CHURCH ETERNAL: Margaret Wright, member of First United Methodist Church, passed away on Wednesday, October 24th. Our prayers and sympathy are with her family.
OUR CHURCH ETERNAL: Hal McKinney, member of First United Methodist Church, passed away on Tuesday, October 23rd . A service was held on Monday, October 29th, at Davis-Playle Hudson Rimer Funeral Home. Our prayers and sympathy are with his brother and family, Rob, Margaret (Rosebery) McKinney and their family.
OUR CHURCH ETERNAL: Betty McGillan Slaughter, long-time member of First United Methodist Church, passed away on Friday, October 26th. Our prayers and sympathy are with her husband, Ken, and their children including her three sons, Patrick, Michael, and Colin and their families. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 3rd, from noon - 1 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Kirksville with the services to follow at 1 p.m.
If you have prayer requests, please let Rev. Jim know.
Remember that our church is open on Monday-Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for you to come and pray in the Chapel or Sanctuary. Please enter the south door.
SUNDAY AT FIRST
Holy Communion will be given.
8:15 a.m. Acolytes - Russell & Duncan Clark
8:15 a.m. Liturgist - Linda Colton
8:15 a.m. Ushers - Ron & Marylyn Hargadine and Pete & Sally Detweiler
8:15 a.m. Greeters - Virginia Swingle, Reva Selby, Linda Robinson, and Raymond & Mary Buchanan
10:45 a.m. Acolytes -Cassie & Larry Jennings
10:45 a.m. Liturgist - Melody Jennings
10:45 a.m. Greeters - Leta Mae Jones, Linda Robinson, and Betty Baker
Sound System Technicians 8:15 a.m.-Justin McAninch 10:45 a.m. Adam Pennington
Communion Steward - Ginny Schneider
Transportation - George & Lynda Durflinger
Childcare Staff - Lisa McLain, Coordinator, Angie Danielson, Chrissie Treasure, Justine Marty, Elizabeth Anderson, Kara Beck, Sara Hines, Trish Kreikemeier, Jenni Bevell, and Paige Mundhenke
CALENDAR FOR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
Friday, November 2nd
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Sunday, November 4th
"All Saints" Sunday
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Holy Communion, Nursery Provided
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Parenting Class, Nursery Provided
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Holy Communion, Nursery Provided
6:00 p.m. Youth Praise Band practice
7:00-8:30 p.m. Horizon Youth meeting
Monday, November 5th
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION WEEK - Monday-Friday
12 noon Kirksville Area Ministers' Meeting
5:30 p.m. Evangelism Committee
6:00 p.m. Young Women's Bible Study
7:00 p.m. Cancer Support Group
7:00 p.m. Kirksville Community Chorus
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Tuesday, November 6th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
9 p.m. COLLEGE-AGE WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY (PARLOR)
Wednesday, November 7th
12 noon and 5:30 p.m. Trinity Bible Study
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, November 8th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
9:30 a.m. Miriam Circle hosts Unit Meeting at Jeanne Coy's home
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
5:30 p.m. Daisy Troop
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
Friday, November 9th
8:00 p.m. A.A
Sunday, November 11th
FESTIVAL OF CHOIRS
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
4:30 p.m. Sr. High Mystery Trip
6:00 p.m. Youth Praise Band Practice
7-8:30 p.m. Horizon Youth Night
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.
Children will sing at Festival of Choirs at the 10:45 service, "Soul Food" from Musical
CLUB 3:16 continues on November 7th and 14th. Club 316 will not meet on November 21st.
REMEMBER that KID'S NIGHT OUT will be on Friday, November 16th with a pajama party 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.
Praise Band will meet at 6:00 p.m.
WE WOULD LOVE TO SEE NEW PEOPLE JOIN THIS GROUP! Horizon Youth Night on Sundays, from 7:00-8:30 p.m.
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
YOUNG WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
They will meet on the first four Mondays at 6:00 p.m. The 1st/3rd Mondays group will be meeting in the Youth Game Room and the 2nd/4th Mondays group will be meeting in the Parlor.
If you have any questions, please contact Teri Heckert (theckert@truman.edu or (660) 342-1760).
UMW UNIT MEETING
The Miriam Circle invites women of all the Circles and Bible Study groups to a joint meeting on Thursday, November 8th, at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Jeanne Coy, 5 Sunset Drive.
Rev. Jim Robinson will give the program.
If you need childcare, please call the church office by Monday, November 5th.
Ruth Bible Study will meet on Tuesday, November 13th, at 2:00 p.m.
The Women's Bible Study Group that usually meets on Saturday will meet on Thursday, November 15th, at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Sharon Tiff.
UNITED METHODIST MEN
The next United Methodist Men's meeting will be held on Monday, November 19th, at noon at the Ponderosa Restaurant.
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND GROUPS
Monday, November 5th - 5:30 p.m. Evangelism Committee
Monday, November 5th - 7:00 p.m. Cancer Support Group - Don't forget to bring your Yoplait lids to the church by November 15th. There is still time to donate to the Susan G. Komen Breast Research. Send your check to P.O. Box 733, Kirksville, MO 63501
Monday, November 12th - 5:30 p.m. Administrative Council Meeting
Tuesday, November 13th - 5:30 p.m. Missions Committee
Wednesday, November 14th - 7:00 p.m. Bereavement Support Group
Adair County Drug Coalition invites members of the Faith Community to join in our efforts to address drug and alcohol abuse. Our goal includes promoting healthy lifestyles for area youth, including drug and alcohol prevention and education.
Our meetings are on the second Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Adair County Annex Building, 300 N. Franklin. We know your time is valuable. The coalition can only be effective with community participation. If you can't attend a meeting, please visit our web site for information on events and ways to be involved. Our web site is www.adaircountydrugcoalition.org <http://www.adaircountydrugcoalition.org> .
HANGING OF THE GREENS
The annual Hanging of the Greens will be on Sunday, November 25th, at 3:00 p.m. This is a wonderful time to get together and help decorate the church for the Advent Season. After the decorating, there will be an Advent Service and a Soup Supper prepared by members of the Youth Group and their parents. This year there will be a Children’s Advent Event from 3-5. The children will make crafts, have a Bible Study and the adults can help decorate the Sanctuary/Church.
ANNUAL COOKIE AND CANDY SALE
Sarah Circle and Miriam Circle will co-chair our Annual Cookie and Candy Sale which will be held on Saturday, December 8th from 9 a.m. to 12 noon in Room 202. Please tell everyone about this. All members of Circles and Bible Study groups are encouraged to bring homemade cookies or candy to sell to raise money for mission projects. If there are members of the congregation who would like to help with this project, you would be welcome. Please have your food brought to the church by 2:00 p.m. on Friday, December 7th. If you have questions, contact Dorothy Welte or Nettie Carpenter.
ANSWERS TO THANKSGIVING QUIZ
"Thanksgiving"
1. The Pharisee, Luke 18:11
2. Jesus Luke 22:17
3. A Samaritan leper Luke 17: 12-16
4. Daniel 6:10
5. Paul 2 Cor. 9:15
6. David I Chronicles 29:9-13
7. Jesus Matthew 11:25
8. Anna Luke 2: 36, 38
9. Priest and Levites Ezra 3:11
10. Jonah 2: 1, 9
COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE - The Kirksville Interchurch Ministries will hold a Community Thanksgiving Service on Tuesday, November 20th, at 7 p.m. at the Faith United Methodist Church. All are welcome!
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