NEWS FROM FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
February 8, 2007
DEVOTION FROM REV. JIM (written on February 7th)
In today's Upper Room Daily Devotion we are reminded of the importance of, and difficulty of, forgiving ourselves.
Our sister church sign reads, "Forgiveness is not automatic", which, to me, means that it must be applied for, and reminds me that the application has some specific pieces to it.
As we approach another Lenten season this sort of topic seems appropriate and perhaps will get some of our attention during those six weeks. Let us, for now, be willing to think about "self-forgiveness", and be preparing to make our appeals in the tradition of David, whose journey we have recorded in Psalm 51, the core of which says, "have mercy on me, O Lord, according to your unfailing love and great compassion". This verse should help us understand anew that the basis for our forgiveness is founded in God's love and mercy, not our merit. Hence self-forgiveness can come out of self-love and mercy, can we begin to love ourselves and be merciful with ourselves in this powerful way. It affects how we are able to share God's love and be in effective service to the Christ and his church and the degree to which we can extend our forgiveness and love to others. Let's be thinking about it, and be prepared to have a Lenten conversation about, and celebration of "self-forgiveness"!
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.
PUT ON YOUR CALENDAR - Youth Dinner Theater-February 17th (See article below.)
UPCOMING EVENTS THE WEEK OF February 11th-18th
Monday, February 12th - 5:30 p.m. Administrative Council Meeting
6:30 p.m. Young Women's Bible Study
Wednesday, February 14th - 7:00 p.m. Bereavement Support Group
Thursday, February 15th - 9:30 a.m. - Miriam Circle at home of Dona Truitt
12 noon - 50+ Luncheon
Friday, February 16th - 5:30-8:00 p.m. KID'S Night Out
Saturday, February 17th - 5:30 p.m. Mocktails and Silent Auction begins 6:00 p.m. Dinner
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.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
If you would like to be a greeter at either the 8:15 or 10:45 service, contact Virginia Watson or call the church office.
JOYS
36 adults attended the "Holy Conversation" class last week. There is room for more. Talk to Lynae for more information about the class.
Three PACE ministers were commissioned on Sunday. They are Helen Jo Larson, Ginny Schneider, and Laurie Waddle.
BOY SCOUT SUNDAY is Sunday, February 11th.
Those who completed the "God and Me". "God and Family" and the "God and Church" Awards will be recognized at both services on Sunday, February 11th. If you or your child/ren participated in these classes, please plan to attend. Jamey Morton and Norm Clark will be passing out the awards.
Last year the church contributed $1,406.21 in money, goods, and or food to the Christian Community Food Depot. This is $800 more than the previous year. Good job!
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.
SOUPER BOWL PROJECT OF YOUTH
Thanks to everyone who contributed canned goods! We were able to collect 140 and took them to the Christian Community Food Depot. Thanks to Raymond Buchanan for helping me count and deliver them.
Chuck Heckert, Director of Youth Ministries
SUNDAY AT FIRST
BOY SCOUT SUNDAY
8:15 a.m. Acolytes - Boy Scouts
8:15 a.m. Liturgist - Ryan Gordon
8:15 a.m. Ushers - Ed & Sharon Tiff and Mark & Janet Hanley
8:15 a.m. Greeters - Pat & Eleanor Ellebracht, Kim & Sam Kriegel, Doris Thompson, and Virginia Swingle
10:45 a.m. Acolytes - Boy Scouts
10:45 a.m. Liturgist - Adam Morton
10:45 a.m. Ushers - Bob Mason, Jim Nevins, Ed Herrmann, David Whitworth, and Vern Playle
10:45 a.m. Greeters - Leta Jones, Beverly Kitts, Jean Whitworth, and Frances Jones
Sound System Technicians 8:15 a.m.-Thomas Redmon; 10:45 a.m. - Jeremy Morton
Communion Steward - Ginny Schneider
Transportation - Jerry Richmond
Childcare Staff - Lisa McLain, Coordinator, Angie Danielson, Michelle Jones, Chrissie Treasure, Hillarey Stone, Teri Heckert, Justine Marty, and Elizabeth Anderson
CALENDAR FOR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, KIRKSVILLE
Thursday, February 8th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
Friday, February 9th
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Saturday, February 10th
9:30 a.m. Saturday Morning Bible Study at home of Sharon Tiff
Sunday, February 11th
BOY SCOUT SUNDAY
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"
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
6:00 p.m. Youth Praise Band
6:00 p.m. Empty Nesters serve meal at Wesley House
7:00-8:30 p.m. Horizon Night
Monday, February 12th
5:30 p.m. Administrative Council Meeting
6:30 p.m. Young Women's Bible Study
7:00 p.m. Kirksville Community Chorus
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Tuesday, February 13th
2:00 p.m. Ruth Bible Study
7:00 p.m. Chapter CZ P.E.O.
Wednesday, February 14th
1:00 p.m. Youth Dinner Theater Practice
NO CLUB 3:16
5:30 p.m. Celebration Choir
6:30 p.m. Adult Handbell Choir
7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir
Thursday, February 15th
9:00 a.m. Line Dancing
9:30 a.m. Miriam Circle at home of Dona Truitt
12 noon 50+ Luncheon
5:00 p.m. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts
Friday, February 16th
5:30-8:00 p.m. KID'S Night Out
Youth Dinner Theater Dress Rehearsal
8:00 p.m. A.A.
Saturday, February 17th
5:30 p.m. Mocktails and Silent Auction
6:00 p.m. Youth Dinner Theater
Sunday, February 18th
8:15 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
9:20 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Nursery Provided
10:45 a.m. Morning Worship, Nursery Provided
2:30 p.m. Twin Pines Service
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.
Club 3:16 will not meet on Wednesday, February 14th.
KID'S Night Out will be on Friday, February 16th 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.
Sunday, February 11th - 6:00 p.m. Youth Praise Band Practice
7:00-8:30 p.m. Horizon Night
2007 CONFIRMATION CLASS FOR SEVENTH GRADERS
This year's Confirmation Class will be held on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. from Sunday, March 4th 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!
Seventh graders and/or parents of seventh graders may sign up in the church office!
A meeting for seventh graders and their parents will be on Sunday, February 25th, at 9:30 a.m.
NEW PROGRAM FOR YOUNG WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
The Young Women’s Bible Study is beginning a new book study: “Having A Mary Heart In A Martha World: Finding Intimacy with God in the Busyness of Life.” On February 12th, they will be studying Chapter 2.
Childcare will be provided in the nursery. Talk to Teri Heckert for more information.
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
Saturday Morning Bible Study will meet on Saturday, February 10th, at the home of Sharon Tiff.
Ruth Bible Study will meet on Tuesday, February 13th, at 2:00 p.m. with place to be announced.
Miriam Circle will meet on Thursday, February 15th, at 9:30 a.m. at the home of Dona Truitt.
UNITED METHODIST MEN
The next meeting will be on Monday, February 19th, at noon at the Ponderosa Restaurant. Information about the program will be given later.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
The group will meet on Wednesday, February 14th, at 7:00 p.m. Those who have lost loved ones meet to talk and get support for their grief. If you are interested in knowing more, please talk with Rev. Jim.
50+ LUNCHEON
The February Luncheon will be on Thursday, February 15th, at noon in Room 202. Table service and drinks will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. If you need a ride, call 665-7712.
PURPOSE DRIVEN LIFE CLASS
Beginning February 11th, 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 308.
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!
YOUTH DINNER THEATER
Come to Uncle Phil's Diner for an
Evening of Food and Fun from the Fabulous 50's
Put on your poodle skirts and leather jackets and come ready to enjoy some classic diner food and an evening of entertainment unlike anything you've ever seen. So invite your friends and family and come on down to the hottest spot in town.
Featuring the Rock and Roll music of "The DeSotos"
Menu
Salad and Bread
Pork Roast with white wine
Baked potatoes
Green bean casserole
Dessert: cheesecake, chocolate cake
Kids menu is hot dogs, chips, green beans, and special treat
THESE ARE THINGS WE NEED TO HAVE DONATED.
Supplies - records, 50's style women's wigs, 50's style cheerleading outfit, waitress outfit, poodle skirts
Sign-up sheet to help donate food or supplies will be at the ticket booth or call Lynae at 665-7712 or e-mail her at lynaeandbarry@yahoo.com.
Tickets are $8 per person or $15 per couple, $5 for child 10 and under
THEY ARE AVAILABLE IN THE CHURCH OFFICE OR AT THE TABLE THIS SUNDAY!
Baskets, baskets, baskets! Once again, the youth will hold a silent auction in conjunction with the dinner theater. Themed baskets of all varieties will be available. In the past we have had Baby Baskets (that include items for a new baby), Curl Up With a Good Book (books and a variety of coffees or teas), Chocolate Lover (a variety of chocolate items). These are just a few! If you would like to donate a basket to be auctioned, drop it off at the church office by Friday, February 16th. Get your tickets for the 17th and come join in the fun to support our youth! If you have questions, contact Bridget Morton.
ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE will be on Wednesday, February 21st, at 5:30 p.m.
Put on your calendar - The Annual Boy Scout Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, February 24th, from 6 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Tickets can be purchased from any Boy Scout. They will have them Boy Scout Sunday on February 11th.
DAFFODIL SUNDAY
This special day will be on Sunday, March 11th this year. This is sponsored by the American Cancer Society. The Memorial Committee will purchase Daffodils for those who request them and will list their names in the bulletin that Sunday.
Tables will be set up on Sunday, February 11th, and Sunday, February 18th, where you can sign up to have daffodils in HONOR OF (person is living), in MEMORY OF (person is deceased) or in GRATITUDE OF (number of years as a cancer survivor). You may pick up your daffodil after the 10;45 a.m. service on March 11th.
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