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THIS SUNDAYJoin us this January as we begin a new

year and a new series, “Courageous Faith: Praying the Lord’s Prayer”. We will focus on how our faith gives us

strength and purpose and the ability to live deeply, spiritually and faithfully.

We hope to see you in worship Sundays at 8:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 10:50

a.m., 5:00 p.m., or live at 11:00 a.m. on KAKE TV and live on the web at

firstwichita.org.

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January food collection:Dried Beans

Join us for inspiring worship at 8:15 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 10:50 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. every Sunday • Church School and small groups for all ages meet Sundays at 9:30 a.m.

As a new year begins, we turn our focus to how our faith gives us strength and purpose and the ability to live deeply, spiritually and faithfully. This series will pair “The Lord’s Prayer” with the book, “Unafraid, Living with Courage and Hope in Uncertain Times” by Adam Hamilton in the hopes that it would offer a broad base for us to grow as disciples.

The Lord’s Prayer is a statement and prayer of confidence, courage and faith for us to utilize in the midst of a changing and uncertain world.

We hope to see you in worship this January!

JANUARY 13“Our Father, Holy is Your Name”Isaiah 43: 1-7Mark 1: 4-11

Praying the Lord’s Prayer January

JANUARY 20“Your Kingdom Come On Earth as in Heaven”Colossians 3: 12-17Luke 6: 27-36

JANUARY 27“Give us this Day Our Daily Bread”Psalm 23Luke 12: 22-32

Each year, the Scholarship Committee of First United Methodist Church awards scholarships to church members who wish to pursue a post-secondary education. This includes, but is not limited to, graduating high school seniors, students already attending college, and seminary students.

Scholarships are funded through named endowments and other gifts to the church specified for scholarships. Students are eligible to receive a scholarship from the

church for up to five years, provided they meet the scholarship requirements. A new application is required each year.

Scholarship Application forms are available at the information centers in the A/B and the Wilke Center/D entrances and on the Student Ministries and Community pages at firstwichita.org.

Completed 2019-20 Scholarship Application packets are due at the church by Friday, January 18 at 5 p.m.

In 2019, the application due date is earlier in order to help students who are applying for other matching United Methodist scholarships. Earlier scholarship award decisions and announcements will also facilitate spring recognitions of First Church’s high school seniors.

If you have any questions about the scholarship process, please contact

Dr. Mike Willome, 2019 Scholarship Committee chairperson, at 943-9306.

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PLEASE PRAY FOR

January 2019

The hospitalized, our members and attenders with long-term and terminal illness, their caregivers, the homebound and those who are in nursing homes. Pray for our Guardian Angels and Stephen Ministers.

Articles for the next edition of First Light are due Jan. 15, by 9 a.m. Material should be submitted to the appropriate ministry director for approval. Questions can be directed to Erin Davis, 267-6244 ext. 300.

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Email prayer@firstwichita.org to ask for prayer from the people of First United Methodist Church.

Email pastoralcare@firstwichita.org to ask for a visit, call, or private prayer from the congregational care team.

The Congregational Care Team, Rev. Cindy Watson,Rev. Dr. Tal Tittsworth, Rev. Rebecca Goltry Mohr,Leslie Coates

Prayers

Our MissionMaking Disciples of

Jesus Christfor the transformation

of the world.

Our VisionChanging lives—

transforming communities

Our PurposeTo create a Christian

community where anyonecan become a completely

committed followerof Jesus Christ.

First Church is pleased to once again host the AARP Tax-Aide community based tax preparation service. Beginning the first week in February and going through March, appointments will be available for free assistance with well trained tax preparers on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. This service was created especially for people aged 50 or older or

those who can’t afford paid tax preparation. Many folks struggle with the complexities of tax preparation while others just don’t know about benefits for which they qualify.

Preparation services will be held in the RNC room using the D entrance so there are no accessibility barriers. A receptionist will greet folks, and two or three tax preparers will be on hand each day for

this free service.Appointments are required.

Beginning the second week in January, the 90 minute daytime appointments may be made by

calling Libby Eaton (316-258-5157). Clients will receive a list of materials that are needed for the appointment.

AARP Tax-Aide

During the winter months we want to inform you of procedures in the event of inclement weather. First Church will follow the closing of Wichita School District, USD259 during the regular business hours. If the decision is made to close schools, the church offices will also be closed. The decision to cancel regularly scheduled church programming will be made by the Senior Pastor in

consultation with the church staff.Closing notices are reported to

several outlets. Look for updates on the First Church website, firstwichita.org, on the local television stations and/or their websites: Channel 3 (KSN), Channel 10 (KAKE), Channel 12 (KWCH). Some of these media outlets only post church closings on their websites.

Updates will also be shared through

our First Church App, E-news and on our social media sites via Facebook and Twitter. If you are not yet connected with us, download the app by texting “Firstwichita app” to 77977 and go to our Facebook page and “Like Us” and to our Twitter page and “Follow Us”. If you need assistance, feel free to contact Erin at the church.

2019-20 First Church Scholarship Applications due January 18, 2019

November 2018 OFFERING$63,699.60

RECEIVED YEAR-TO-DATE$972,513.44

BUDGET YEAR-TO-DATE$1,008,228.00

EXPENSES YEAR-TO-DATE$1,028,802.97

OTHER CONTRIBUTIONSMISSIONS$1,438.00

RECEIVED YEAR-TO-DATE$7,193.00

CAPITAL FUNDS$9,626.43

RECEIVED YEAR-TO-DATE$13,198.43

VAN MAINTENANCE FUND$0.00

RECEIVED YEAR-TO-DATE$0.00

ORGAN MAINTENANCE FUND$300.00

RECEIVED YEAR-TO-DATE$8,897.00

TELEVISION MINISTRY$22,990.00

RECEIVED YEAR-TO-DATE$225,649.97

BUDGET YEAR-TO-DATE$254,221.75

EXPENSES YEAR-TO-DATE$227,815.60

TOTAL CONTRIBUTIONS$1,227,451.84

RECEIVED YEAR-TO-DATE$1,227,451.84

OUR GIFTS

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OUR FAMILY

We celebrate the birth of:

Owen Joseph Dawson, son of Tara and Shaun Dawson

We grieve the deaths of:

Rev. Ken Short, husband of Lois Short, father of Deb Seely

Barbara Borror

Harry Sutton

January United Methodist Women

Wednesday, January 210:30 a.m., Room 101BExpanded Executive Committee

Wednesday January 9Elizabeth Circle 1:00 p.m. - cost is $5.00Hostess- Judy SunderlandRoom 107B, (721-1485) Program- Pledge Service

Rachel Circle 12 noon - cost is $5.00Hostess- Johnsie Buller8217 Thurman, (650-7442)Program: Pledge Service

Sarah Circle 10:00 a.m. - cost is $3.00Hostess: Mary HerrinRoom 101B, (773-8260)Program: Pledge Service

Church Women United will not meet in January.

Funeral Dinner Ministry OpportunityTo assist those who are grieving at the loss of a loved one, we are creating a church-wide funeral din-ner team. If you would be willing to volunteer to serve by providing food or helping serve, please con-tact Teresa Fields in our pastoral care office.

Book Study:“Unafraid: Living with Courage and Hope in Uncertain Times”

Tuesdays 7-8:00 p.m. ParlorJanuary 15-February 19 Led by Pastor Rebecca

“Fear is a complex emotion. Sometimes it saves us. More often it robs us of the life we want. But we can take our lives back. You’d be hard-pressed to overstate the extent to which fear, anxiety, and worry permeate our lives today. Fear wreaks havoc on our relationships and communities. It leads us into making bad decisions. It holds us back from the very pursuits that promise fulfillment and joy.” (from “Unafraid” by Adam Hamilton)

Several First Church staff members enjoyed a morning volunteering at the Kansas Food Bank in place of our December monthly staff meeting. Three pallets of food were pack-aged for the back pack for kids program! We then enjoyed a delicious lunch at Caesar’s Table, thanks to Staff Parish!

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CORE Wednesday Activities Resumein JanuaryAll children and youth Wednesday night activities will start back up on January 9. Hope to see you there!

Super Bowl SundayBe sure to mark your calendars for Sunday, February 3 for a Super Bowl party in the Wilke Family Life Center at 5:00 p.m. The youth will be joining with the Gathering to watch the big game!

Preschoolers at Park are happy with their new mittens!

Mitten TreeThanks to First Church for the many donations of gloves, mittens, hats, scarves and financial contributions given during November. Several coats were also donated to keep our Park School neighborhood children warm. Check out the sweet thank-you notes on the snowman displayed in the AB entrance!

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Mountain T.O.P Work Team Informational Meeting January 6, 2019 1:00-2:00 p.m. 110B

This Work team will be in the Cumberland Mountains of Tennessee working on home projects in the county for two days and camp site projects for two days. Pastor Rebecca worked at Mountain T.O.P as a college student, and is very excited to share this beloved place with friends from First UMC. Mark your calendars for March 9-16 for this amazing opportunity to serve God in rural Tennessee!

Mission LunchJanuary 2711:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.Meredith Hall

Menu:Lemon Poppyseed ChickenRiceGreen PeasDinner RollsCherry Cobbler

To Benefit the Mountain T.O.P. Work Team

Thank YouAt the 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Mission Lunch, over $1600 was raised for School Partnerships! 275 people attended this event and we are planning our 3rd Annual Thanksgiving Mission Lunch for 2019! We also brought in mittens, gloves and other winter weather items to keep the children warm. Thank you so much!

Coats for a CauseThis month we will be partnering with KAKE-TV for their coat drive, Coats for a Cause.

Since 1988, KAKE’s Coats for a Cause (formerly Warm Hearts) campaign has collected new and gently used coats, sweaters, and blankets for our neighbors in need. Drop off items in the barrel in the AB entrance from January 1- February 1 and In the Bag Cleaners will clean all items, and the Salvation Army will distribute them to those in our community who otherwise might be left in the cold.

Feeding the Homeless Breakfast in JanuaryHave you signed up to help Feed the Homeless Breakfast in January? If not, please contact Annette Schmidt at annettes@firstwichita.org or call the church and ask for Annette or leave her a message.

Missions CalendarJanuary: Feeding the Homeless BreakfastJanuary 6, 1:00 p.m., Room 101B: Mountain T.O.P., Tennessee, Adult/Youth Work Team Information Meeting

January 27: Mission Lunch to benefit the Mountain T.O.P., Tennessee, Adult/Youth Work Team

Food of the MonthJanuary: Dried Beans

Coming in January: The Missions ClosetIn January the new “Mission Closet” will open at the North end of the 1B Hall. This is where we will collect items for our monthly Missions Projects, continue to accept books, CDs, DVDs, and VHS tapes for recycling through the New Leaf Mercantile, and other items that we will accept throughout the year (such as diapers, toilet paper and school supplies). Be sure and check it out!

MISSION NEWS AND UPDATES

Homeless Breakfasts

Throughout the month of January, First Church will be providing breakfast for the homeless at the Overflow Shelter. Depending upon the weather, 80-100 men stay at the Overflow Shelter each night. Could your group or class sign up to provide breakfast items for one week during January? The church will take care of delivering the items to the Overflow Shelter.

Some suggested items follow:• Dry cereal• Granola bars and cereal bars• Honey buns and other individually wrapped • Individually wrapped packages of nuts and “smart snacks”• Milk• Tang

Donations will also be accepted. Checks should be made payable to First United Methodist Church and a note on the memo line should indicate “Overflow Shelter”.Questions? Contact the Missions Department at 267-6244 ext. 320 or annettes@firstwichita.org

appreciation to Barbara Simons, our class teacher. We voted to contribute support to the Toilet Paper Fund, EmberHope, Share the Season, Operation Holiday, Grace Med, and the Guatemala Stove Project. In giving we are all blessed. Please come join us, as our doors are always open to everyone.

Pneuma 302DOur teacher, Dan Lord, led our Advent study on the simple rituals of

Christmas. One Sunday we focused on the ritual of darkness and light. Dan shared a Quaker saying, “May the light that is within me, see the light that is within you.” He also shared a poem: “I wish I could show you, when you are lonely or in darkness, the astonishing light of your own being.” Other lessons were focused on the Nativity, mothers, and babies.

We provided breakfasts for our Family Promise guests. Our classroom also provided a “home” for the week they were here. We enjoyed our annual Progressive Dinner with hosts: the Baldwins, the Willomes, and the Valliants. Peggy Valliant was our hostess for our December Pneuma Ladies.

We share in the grief of the Seely family, as they mourn the loss of Deb’s dad, Rev. Ken Short. We are grateful to have known Ken and celebrate the life that he led and the gifts that he shared. Please know that any and all are welcome to join our class as we journey into the new year.

Religious Nurture Center 100DWe enjoyed the holiday season by attending a performance of

“Winter Wonderettes”, hosted by the Forum Theatre Co., who generously provided reduced price tickets for our group to attend. Our Christmas party featured a band that played Christmas music and Christmas themed games with holiday prizes.

Special thanks to all the members of First Church who again supported our Pecan Fundraiser to make it a success. As we get excited to watch football bowls and playoff games, our Sunday School lessons in January will feature the inspirational movie “Facing the Giants”, which shows us to trust in the power of faith to give us the strength to persevere on the playing field and in our personal lives.

Seekers 306BWe wish everyone a happy and peaceful 2019! We start the

new year off by providing breakfast to the clients of the Interfaith Ministries Overflow Shelter. Items such as individually wrapped rolls, juice boxes, instant hot cereal packets, and easy to eat fruit like clementine cuties or bananas. Money is also welcome so items may be purchased as needed. Please contact Annette Schmidt about helping.

Dave Brant will continue the study of Acts. Check out the class notes he shares, they are a great study guide along with the book. Seekers women will meet to eat out the third Tuesday of the month. January is the month that ROMEOS will meet for breakfast. We continue to wish healing and strength to Jim Schmidt, Bob Sawyer, Bob Robinson, Lynn Lunsford and Janet Gasser. Please pray for our church staff, our Church and the world wide church as we go into 2019.

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Please join us on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. for any of the classes listed below.

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In December we welcomed Jack Focht’s return. The heart of our class always “grows fonder” when Jack is absent. We have been learning about the history of the church and Methodism, the personal story of Charles Wesley, and the controversies and practices of the early church. Our social was a luncheon at Rolling Hills Country Club. Jack finished the month with Christmas prose and poetry. On behalf of all the Double Ring class, we wish you a holiday full of the peace and love and the best of health in 2019.

50/50 107BWe enjoyed a Christmas Banquet in our room with good food

and lots of fun. Many class members helped with the planning. Our room was made festive with four ladies decorating it with beautiful Christmas decorations.

We enjoyed several teachers in December: Ernie Krehbiel, Libby Eaton, Leslie Coates and Kaylee Burgett, sharing about her trip to Uganda with an Emporia State University professor and students. The Christmas season and New Year bring many blessings, we pray that all enjoy the holidays with your family and church friends.

Hand in Hand 101BRuth Martinez taught Adam Hamilton’s study “The Journey: Walking

the Road to Bethlehem” in Advent. It has been an interesting study. In January we will join the 50/50 class for 6 weeks to learn about Rev. Charles Claycomb’s near death dreams.

Poinsettias have been a big theme in our class as Linda Hopper is the organizer for the church. A number of class members helped with the delivery. It has been a joy to touch base with those who are homebound. We had a lovely Christmas party at Larksfield with Grace Brooks as our hostess. We enjoyed our “tasteful” white elephant exchange that has been going on for many years, it is still fun! Eliana led in several Christmas carols. The ladies luncheon will be January 11 at 12 p.m., more details to come.

Koinonia 204AKoinonia members eat together on Sunday at 12:30 p.m. and on

Friday at 6:30 p.m. We welcome anyone who would like to join us for a meal and friendly conversation. Stop by 204A for a schedule. We have been discussing women in the Bible. We invite you to join us on Sunday morning in 204A for fellowship, study, and discussion.

People’s Open Doors 300DWe had the joy of celebrating the blessing of Christmas as a class.

We participated in the Christmas Decoration Contest and were honored as the recipients of the People’s Choice Award. The Chapel Foyer provided a lovely space to help make the season special. Our appreciation goes out to all involved in the planning of this event, and the Church Open House. We enjoyed a Christmas brunch at Caesar’s Table and the Christmas Mission Brunch as a class. A special “thank you” to Annette Schmidt and her volunteers for making a delicious brunch.

We continue studying “The Journey” by Rev. Adam Hamilton. The study has revealed to us the historical information surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ and the miracle that took place. Our continued

23 Wednesday 11:00 AM Daytime Quilters - 308B12:00 PM Apple Core - 302B5:30 PM DTA Choir Rehearsal - Sanctuary6:00 PM Religious Nurture Center – 100D6:30 PM Core-Kids K-5th Grade - 111C6:30 PM Core Youth - 200D7:00 PM Men’s Bible Study - 103B 24 Thursday 10:00 AM Hand Up - A-B Entrance5:30 PM Investment Committee - 308B6:30 PM God and Dogs - Parking Lot 27 Sunday 8:15 AM Heritage Worship - Chapel8:30 AM Religious Nurture Center - 100D9:30 AM Core Kids Sunday School K-5th - 106C, 108C9:30 AM Sunday School - Church Wide9:30 AM Core Youth Small Group - 200D9:30 AM Core Middle School - 311C10:30 AM El Mesias Worship - 200D10:50 AM Downtown Alive Worship - Sanctuary11:00 AM Core-Kids Worship - 110C11:00 AM Core-Pre-K - 200C11:00 AM Mission Lunch - Meredith Hall5:00 PM The Gathering @ New Covenant UMC Life Support Center 28 Monday 5:30 PM Finance Committee - 204A7:00 PM Global Missions Commission - 302B 29 Tuesday 5:30 PM Stephen Ministry Supervision - 302B7:00 PM Unafraid Bible Study – 205B 30 Wednesday 11:00 AM Daytime Quilters - 308B12:00 PM Apple Core - 302B5:30 PM Downtown Alive Choir Rehearsal - Sanctuary6:00 PM Religious Nurture Center – 100D6:30 PM Core-Kids K-5th Grade - 111C6:30 PM Core Youth - 200D7:00 PM Men’s Bible Study - 103B 31 Thursday 10:00 AM Hand Up - A-B Entrance6:30 PM God and Dogs - Parking Lot

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1 Tuesday- New Year’s Day BUILDING CLOSED 2 Wednesday 11:00 AM Daytime Quilters - 308B12:00 PM Apple Core - 302B12:00 PM UMW Expanded Executive Committee - 101B5:30 PM DTA Choir Rehearsal - Sanctuary 3 Thursday 6:30 PM God and Dogs - Parking Lot 4 Friday 5 Saturday 8:00 AM Core Youth One Event – Salina, KS 6 Sunday 8:00 AM Core Youth One Event – Salina Kansas8:15 AM Heritage Worship - Chapel8:30 AM Religious Nurture Center - 100D9:30 AM Core Kids Sunday School K-5th - 106C, 108C9:30 AM Sunday School - Church Wide9:30 AM Core Youth Small Group - 200D9:30 AM Core Middle School - 311C10:30 AM El Mesias Worship - 200D10:50 AM Downtown Alive Worship – Sanctuary11:00 AM FUMC Men’s Chili Soup Lunch- Meredith Hall11:00 AM Core-Kids Worship - 110C11:00 AM Core-Pre-K - 200C1:00 PM Mountain T.O.P. Information Meeting - 101B5:00 PM The Gathering @ New Covenant UMC Life Support Center 7 Monday 8 Tuesday 2:00 PM Caregiver Support Group & Respite - 200D5:30 PM Board of Trustees – 308B5:30 PM Stephen Ministry Supervision - 302B7:00 PM Family Ministry Council - 310C 9 Wednesday 10:00 AM UMW Sarah Circle - 101B,11:00 AM Daytime Quilters - 308B12:00 PM Apple Core - 302B1:00 PM Elizabeth Circle - 107B5:30 PM DTA Choir Rehearsal – Sanctuary6:00 PM Religious Nurture Center – 100D6:30 PM Core-Kids-K-5th Grade - 111C6:30 PM Core Youth - 200D7:00 PM Men’s Bible Study - 103B 10 Thursday 10:00 AM Hand Up - A-B Entrance6:30 PM God and Dogs - Parking Lot

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Calendar January @ First Church13 Sunday 8:15 AM Heritage Worship - Chapel8:30 AM Religious Nurture Center - 100D9:30 AM Core Kids Sunday School K-5th - 106C, 108C9:30 AM Sunday School - Church Wide9:30 AM Core Youth Small Group - 200D9:30 AM Core Middle School - 311C10:30 AM El Mesias Worship - 200D10:50 AM Downtown Alive Worship - Sanctuary11:00 AM Core-Kids Worship - 110C11:00 AM Core-Pre-K - 200C5:00 PM The Gathering @ New Covenant UMC Life Support Center 14 Monday 5:30 PM SPPRC – Pastor Cindy’s Office 15 Tuesday 5:30 PM Stephen Ministry Supervision - 302B5:30 PM DTA Committee Meeting - Media Suite7:00 PM Unafraid Bible Study – 205B

16 Wednesday 11:00 AM Daytime Quilters - 308B12:00 PM Apple Core - 302B5:30 PM DTA Choir Rehearsal - Sanctuary6:00 PM Religious Nurture Center – 100D6:30 PM Core-Kids -K-5th Grade - 111C6:30 PM Core Youth - 200D7:00 PM Men’s Bible Study - 103B 17 Thursday 10:00 AM Hand Up - A-B Entrance6:30 PM God and Dogs - Parking Lot 18 Friday 19 Saturday 11:00 AM One Spark Foundation Feeding the Hungry - Parking Lot 20 Sunday 8:15 AM Heritage Worship - Chapel8:30 AM Religious Nurture Center - 100D9:30 AM Core Kids Sunday School K-5th- 106C, 108C9:30 AM Sunday School - Church Wide9:30 AM Core Youth Small Group - 200D9:30 AM Core Middle School - 311C10:30 AM El Mesias Worship - 200D10:50 AM Downtown Alive Worship - Sanctuary11:00 AM Core-Kids Worship - 110C11:00 AM Core-Pre-K - 200C5:00 PM The Gathering @ New Covenant UMC Life Support Center

21 Monday Martin Luther King Jr. Day BUILDING CLOSED 22 Tuesday 5:30 PM Stephen Ministry Supervision - 302B7:00 PM Unafraid Bible Study – 205B

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Holiday Building HoursThe church building will be closed the following days:

Tuesday, January 1, 2019New Year’s Holiday

Monday, January 21, 2019Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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January 13“Our Father,

Holy is Your Name”Isaiah 43: 1-7Mark 1: 4-11

January 20“Your Kingdom Come

On Earth as in Heaven”Colossians 3: 12-17

Luke 6: 27-36

January 27“Give us this Day Our Bread”

Psalm 23Luke 12: 22-32

Thank you to everyone who donated toward the purchase of poinsettias that were delivered to our homebound members. Our Senior Saints Committee sponsors this important ministry every year. It is a tremendous blessing to our recipients, and a truly meaningful First Church tradition.

A special thank you to Linda Hopper, chairperson of the Senior Saints Committee for organizing our Poinsettia deliveries again this year. Thank you to everyone who assisted with this year’s deliveries. Below is a list of individuals who contributed to our flower ministry and the names of those who are being honored or memorialized:

Poinsettias honor First Church Friends and Loved Ones

Donor In Memory of In Honor of David & Peggy Brant Stephanie Brant, Warren & Irene Brant, John and Edna Fieser Pansy & Mark Brown Jamie Menees & Jim BrownCovenant Discipleship Group Roberta Alexander & Eleanor Deterich Donna Fisher, Kathy Hampton Mary Barton, Eloise Kennedy Rosemary Daves Henry J. Brown, Fred Daves, Larry & Daryl Brown Paulette Dibbern Dieter Dibbern Lorrie Donham Jeff Donham Charles & Jean Eby Harlan, Bea and David Casper, Martin & Pauline Eby, Lois ZoellnerBeth Elliott Willis Elliott Kamie & Dan Etzler Marilyn & Ed Etzler; Ray Porter C. Bickley Foster G. Valerie Foster Tony & Kim Gattis Lounett Gattis Mary Havey Todd Havey, Helen Halstead Glenna Hendershot Maurice Hendershot Wayne & Dorothy Holt Arthur & Nalva Shastid; John Ransom & Naomi Holt Doug and Vicki Hye our parents, Harry Hye and Harley & Ruth Messmer, Connie Hye N. David Johnson Billie J. Johnson (wife) and Chris E. Johnson (Son), N. Russell & Rubie Johnson (parents), Joy Shomber (sister); Rev. R. Paul Johnson (brother)Sallie Kelso John KelsoHarold & Lorraine Kieler Celebration of our 64th wedding anniversary on Dec. 18 Sawny Klaassen Betty Jo Thompson Gaillard Thompson Penny Larson Bill Sheets, Wally Larson, Joan LarsonRosemary Lowry Ralph Lowry Bob Tinker & Rebecca Moore Ralph & Velma Moore, Jimmy & Alma King Sharon Niblock Jo & John GlahnBarbara Novotny Robert Novotny John & Judith Paul & Irene Relf Vicki Patrick Paul & Betty Hodson Mary Lou Roedell Floyd J. Roedell Kenneth and Bonnie Rupe Mr. & Mrs. H.A. Rupe, Mr. & Mrs. Alden Rupe, Rev. & Mrs. Robert B. BrownBill & Marilyn Schmidt Don & Jane Clark Ronda Snyder Vinola Moore & Karen Swarts Mary Alice Stephens Bill Stephens Bill Thompson Doris Thompson Sharon Thompson Carol Peterson, Leah Lucy and Uncle Ted Celia Turner Bill Turner Cindi Ubben David Ubben, George Kirkendall Blossom Kirkendall