NEWS FROM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
January 4, 2008
DEVOTION FROM REV. JIM (written on December 31, 2007)
As I write this devotion I am looking out my office window and watching the beautiful snowfall and reflecting on our awesome creator God and the beauty of all that God offers us!
As we conclude a calendar year and contemplate a new one, many thoughts compete for conscious "screen" space and time in my mind. First are the "thoughts of thanks" for all of the blessings of 2007, the list is lengthy, you folks are near the top of the list, Linda is a bit above you on the list (because I'm trying to get back in good with her after Sunday's "angel" comment)! The First UMC Faith Community not only is a blessing, but has received blessings this past year in numerous and noteworthy ways for which I am most grateful, in the words of many, "it has been a great ride"!
As my snowfall window gaze scans skyward I notice the sun trying to shine through the snowclouds, can you believe it? I think it is a sign of the light and love and leadership that God has before us beyond the snow and the present, beyond 2007, there are great things for us in 2008! HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Let's continue this conversation next Sunday,
Love in Christ,
Rev. Jim
UPCOMING EVENTS THIS WEEK
HELP NEEDED - Dehanging of Greens on Saturday, January 5th, at 2:00 p.m. We have had beautiful decorations up for Advent/Christmas time. It is now time to put them away for another year. Come and help!
Cancer Support Group will meet on Monday, January 7th, at 7:00 p.m.
CLUB 316 BEGINS ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9TH at 3:00 PM
Bereavement Support Group will meet on Wednesday, January 9th, at 7:00 p.m.
THE YOUTH ARE COLLECTING CANNED GOODS DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY! Bring your can(s) to the container in the Foyer.
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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JOYS
Frank Fleschner, son of Rick and Mary Lee Fleschner, is a member of the Kansas City Chorale. This is his third season with the group. Frank graduated from Truman State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music. During the day, he enjoys a career that allows him to work with his other great passion, Macintosh computers. The Kansas City Chorale has five nominations for the Grammy Awards. Passion Week is a CD nominated for Producer of the year and best classical album, Eternal Rest is a CD nominated for Producer of the year (classical). They are also nominated for Best Choral Performance and Best Engineered Album.
PLEASE ADD TO BIRTHDAY AND ANNIVERSARY LIST: Melody Chambers celebrated her birthday on December 29th. Brad and Melody Chambers celebrated their 22nd wedding anniversary on January 4th.
Jean Whitworth was recognized last Sunday for her service for the past four years as Coordinator of Volunteers. Thanks, Jean.
CONCERNS
Jean Nevins (rec. from surgery), Marie Dodson (Shelbina Care Center), Lenos Miller (KC Hospital), Chuck Noyes ( surgery rec. in Texas), Dorothy Snell, Dale Watson, Dot Bullock (knee surg. on 9th), Melissa Cline, Ann Truitt (hip surgery rec.)
Those who are family members and/or friends of the church
Helen Boyles (Jack's mother); Doris Thompson's granddaughter, Inga Pickett; Gary and Louise Cunningham's daughter-Kathy (upcoming surgery), Mary Buchanan's cousin, Roy, Andrew Mikolajczak's grandfather, Rich (broken leg and shoulder),
World and National Issues (Myanmar, Sudan, Korea, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan)
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) Adam Van Lear in Afghanistan
Our prayers and sympathy are with Drs. James and Rene McGovern in the loss of his sister who lived in New York.
OFFERING ENVELOPES - 2008 Offering Envelopes are in the Narthex. If there are no envelopes with your name and you want envelopes for 2008, please sign the list on the table. Thanks.
Jackie Harrison and Vicky Williams
Financial Secretaries
Christmas Special offering - Aid for Local Families in Need - $4,114.96
SUNDAY AT FIRST -January 6
8:15 a.m. Acolytes - Maggie Adams & Faith Jones
8:15 a.m. Liturgist - Bob Barrett
8:15 a.m. Ushers - Raymond & Mary Buchanan, Ken Hayes and Norene Lee
8:15 a.m. Greeters - Doris Thompson, Jean Smith, and Wilma Decker
8:15 a.m. Sound System - Justin McAninch
10:45 a.m. Acolytes -Larry & Cassie Jennings
10:45 a.m. Liturgist - Melody Jennings
10:45 a.m. Greeters - Novelle Meredith, Jo Cribb, and Dora Belle Clark
Sound System Technician 10:45 a.m. Adam Pennington
Communion Steward - Shirley Baldwin
Transportation - Sam Kriegel
Childcare Staff - Lisa McLain, Coordinator, Angie Danielson, Volunteer - Rebecca Zimmer
CALENDAR FOR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
Friday, January 4th
8:00 p.m. A.A
Saturday, January 5th
2:00 p.m. Dehanging of the Greens
Sunday, January 6th
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Holy Communion, Nursery Provided
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Chancel Choir, Nursery Provided
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Girl Scouts Meeting
6:00 p.m. "On the Horizon" Band Practice
7:00 p.m. Horizon Youth Night
Monday, January 7th
6:00 p.m. Young Women's Bible Study
6:30-7:30 p.m. Brownies Meeting
7:00 p.m. Cancer Support Group
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Tuesday, January 8th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
Wednesday, January 9th
3:00-5:00 p.m. Club 316
5:30 p.m. Celebration Choir
7:00 p.m. Bereavement Support Group
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
Thursday, January 10th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
9:30 a.m. Miriam Circle meets at home of Nettie Carpenter
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
6:30 p.m. Girl Scout Leaders Meeting in Fellowship Hall
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts-Adult Leaders
Friday, January 11th
8:00 p.m. A.A
Saturday, January 12th
9:30 a.m. Saturday Morning Bible Study at home of Sharon Tiff
Sunday, January 13th
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. "On the Horizon" Band Practice
7:00-8:30 p.m. Horizon Youth Night-Sr. High Mystery Trip
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.
CLUB 316 will resume on Wednesday, January 9, at 3:00 p.m.
KID'S Night Out will be on Friday, January 18th, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. This is for all Children ages 6 weeks-5th grade.
HORIZON YOUTH
9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday School for Sr. High and Mid High every Sunday.
"On the Horizon" Praise Band Practice will begin again on Sunday, January 6th, at 6:00 p.m. Horizon Youth Night will be from 7-8:30 p.m. that night.
Next week, Sunday, January 13th, the Senior High will go on a Mystery Trip during the Horizon Youth Night time-7-8:30 p.m.
ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL/COMMITTEES MEETING
The Joint Administrative Council/Committees meeting will be held on Monday, January 14th, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. This is the meeting where new Administrative Council and Committee members will receive orientation and training.
There will be a light meal at 5:30 p.m. prepared by members of the Committee on Lay Leadership. This will be followed by a general meeting at 6:00 p.m. and meetings of committees will be held following the general meeting. A listing of all Administrative Council and committees will be available on Sunday, January 13th.
REMEMBER THIS IS FOR ALL NEW AND RETURNING MEMBERS OF ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL AND ALL NEW AND RETURNING MEMBERS OF EACH COMMITTEE!
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
Young Women’s Bible Study groups will meet this month. There is a group meeting on the 1st and 3rd Mondays at 6:00 p.m. and a group meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. They are continuing their study of the book, “The Case for Faith”. Talk with Teri Heckert or Chrissie Treasure for more information.
Miriam Circle will meet on Thursday, January 10th, at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Nettie Carpenter.
Saturday Morning Bible Study will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 12th, at the home of Sharon Tiff.
EMPTY NESTERS
This group is composed of couples who do not have children living at home and meet together for food and fellowship. They will meet at the home of Ed and Sharon Tiff on Sunday, January 13th, at 5:30 p.m. Call Sharon for more information.
50+ LUNCHEON
The next meeting will be on Thursday, January 17th at noon in Room 202. Dr. Richard Weerts will give the progarm on John Philip Sousa. Those attending are asked to bring a dish or two to share. Table services and drinks will be provided.
CONGRATULATIONS, FIRST UMC
Great job! We have learned this week that the “12 Hours of Giving” Blood Drive collected 175 productive units of blood. Their goal was 130. Twenty-six churches presented a total of 143 donors. FIRST UMC had the highest number of donors of the churches – 36! Thanks to everyone who donated and to Mike Waddle for coordinating this project.
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