September 2011 Newsletter

Pastor’s Perspective

ONE WORSHIP SERVICE SEPTEMBER 4th @ 9:30 a.m.

The Worship Committee announces that there will be one service at 9:30 a.m. on September 4th (Labor Day weekend). Communion will be celebrat-ed (childcare provided) and donuts & coffee will be served before worship. Stay and enjoy a cook-out of hot dogs and hamburgers & fixins after worship. Free will donations for the meal will be accepted.

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September 2011

The Bell Newsletter

First Church

Following Christ

Inside this issue:

Worship info

Big Wednesdays

2,3

Ministry Opportunities

Movies/Confirmation

4,5

Epworth, Choirs

Daisy Walk

6

UMW, OWLS

Bible Tree

7,8

Thank you 9

Staff, calendar, fall

happenings

10,

11

Calendar, birthdays 12,

13

The Monthly

Newsletter of

Auburn

First United

Methodist

Church

First Church is making disciples by inviting people

to Believe, Grow and Impact. Those three words

will focus us in the days ahead. We want people to

Believe in Jesus Christ, to Grow in Christ, and to

Impact the world for Christ. As we design strate-

gies and plans we will also look to see how peo-

ple’s lives are being transformed.

Along with these three words our Bishop is

challenging each church to set five goals for 2012.

The areas of goals will be in *worship attendance,

*small groups, *new Christians (professions of

faith), *mission involvement, and *money for mis-

sion needs.

As we move into the new month we will be focusing on the three words

and the five goals. I pray that your life and faith are being strengthened and re-

newed each Sunday.

I will share more with you in the month ahead to show how we can all take

steps to further the mission at First Church of making disciples.

See you in worship. In Christ’s Love, Ted

Worship Highlights for September!

Rev. Dr. Richard A. Patton

Worship Arts Director

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We will gather on Sunday, September 4 at 9:30a.m. for one worship service. We will celebrate

Communion and look at the story of Gideon from Judges 6. There will be a delicious cookout

following the worship service.

On Sunday, September 11 there will be several special things happening in worship. We

will have a Sep 11, 2001 Remembrance moment as we reflect on what happened in our world 10

years ago. We will be receiving new youth members at both services as a part of our Confirma-

tion Sunday. Pastor Allison will be preaching that Sunday. We will also have a ―Ministry Fair‖ in

the Fellowship Hall so you can explore ways to serve in volunteer ministry.

September 18 will feature a Praise Band that will be in worship at both services. Rich-

ard is bringing this band to lead us in worship with an upbeat and joyfilled style. The message

will be entitled, ―Adopted by God: A Gift of Salvation,‖ based on Ephesians 1:1 – 14.

The Adoptions series will finish on September 25 with the theme of ―Adopted by God:

A Gift of Family,‖ based on Romans 8:12 – 17.

All of the musical groups will be in full practice and there will be times in worship when

you will hear Choirs, Bell Choirs, children, youth and special music solo’s. It is going to be a

great month.

It has happened again, and I should not be surprised. Everywhere I go I meet someone who helped me survive my birth. Sunday, a member of the congregation became the latest person to fill that bill. Allow me to explain. You see Richard A. Patton was the last baby born in a Japanese concentration camp at the end of WWII. In 1941 my parents were preparing to go into the mission field in China and were studying Chinese in Peking. The U.S. Government asked the school to move to a safer place in Manila in the Philippines. On December 7, 1941 Pearl Harbor was bombed and so was Clark Field in the Philippines. As a re-sult Marjory Patton, her husband Pat and my brother Robert were interred in a Japanese Concentration camp for 36 months. Fortunately on Feb. 17, 1945 Gen. Douglas McArthur had freed enough of the city of Manila to allow my birth under the skilled hands of a Major Burke, despite the fact that the hospital was still being shelled. I like to say that God sent General McArthur, the Navy, Army, Air Force and Marines to see me arrive safely in the world. The war however, was not over and our armed forces were continuing to guard us until we took ship for the states in May. In March of that year Bob Love was stationed at Subic Bay helping to secure the process of freeing the Philippines (6 months before the war ended). In essence he was guarding the flank of the entire Patton family. What more can I say but thank you to Bob and to the many that sacrificed time and in many cases their lives to get us safely home. God bless you Bob and to all your comrades.

Richard A. Patton

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September 2011

B I G WEDNESDAYS Believe - Impact - Grow

All for the sake of Christ

TWO NEW ADULT STUDIES Beginning Wednesday, September 7, 2011 6:15 PM “Stop, Look, and Listen” !! Stop your hectic pace – Look into God’s Word – Listen to each other and to God !! This six week course will be taught by Linda Johnson and will meet in the Keystone Room (208). A chance to stretch your spiritual wings. You will need a note- book, pen, and your Bible. Linda Johnson is the teacher. Call her for more information at 925-4090. “The American Heritage Series” !! A 26 week video and discussion study presenting America’s forgotten history and heroes with an emphasis on our moral, religious, and constitutional heritage. Features the eminent Christian historian David Barton. An eye-opening course you will never forget. If you want to know the truth about our country’s founding on Christian principles this is the place to be !! This group will meet in the Chapel (Room 200) and will be led by Dale Williams. Call him for more information at 925-4921.

September Meals for BIG 9/7 Walking Tacos 9/14 Lasagna & Veggie Lasagna 9/21 Soup & sandwiches (may change) 9/28 NO BIG Wednesday- Fair Week ENJOY

Calling all ringers! Beginning Bells will be offered to any-

one interested. We will learn techniques

and give you the experiences to become a

successful ringer. This choir meets on

Wednesdays from 5:30—6:00pm.

Rhythm Ringers will continue to meet on

Wednesdays from 6:15 - 7:00 pm.

Paper Fund Drive for BIG Wednesdays We would like to increase our paper products for this and other activities. Napkins Plates - foam 8 1/2 inch 6” paper plates 4-5 oz bowls 12 oz foam bowls 12 oz plastic cups Plastic forks, knives, spoons Ranch dressing Thanks for your support!!! Attention All Men!

You are invited to join a Men’s Group that meets on Wednesday nights. The group will meet on August 31, Sep 7, 14, 21. from 6:30p.m. – 7:30p.m. in the parlor. (Located south of sanctuary.) We will be listening to John Clayton teaching from his “Does God Exist” series. Ted Jansen, Matt Fetter and others will be guiding the discussion and group time.

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September 2011

“FAITH FOUNDATIONS”

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

Do you have questions of the faith? Are you wanting to meet other people? Do you want to join the church as a member? Do you want to get involved in the ministry at First Church? If you have questions like these then you are invited to join a six week group that will explore the life of Jesus, Christian Faith and Mission in the World. The class will be held on Sunday and Wednesday and the theme/lesson will be identical. This class is based on our Mission of inviting people to Believe, Grow and Impact in the faith. Ted Jansen and others will teach and guide this class. The class will meet on Sunday at 9:40a.m. – 10:30.m. in the chapel. The Wednesday class will

meet from 6:30p.m. – 8:30p.m. in room 201 (Library). At the end of the class participants can decide to join the church if they desire. For more infor-mation contact Ted Jansen at [email protected]. Oct 2, 5 Believe Oct 9, 12 Believe Oct 16, 19 Grow Oct 23, 26 Grow Oct 30, Nov 2 Impact Nov 6, 9 Impact

Ministry Fair – Sunday, September 11 We

are excited to showcase many of the ministry op-

portunities available at First Church, so be sure to

join us for our Ministry Fair on Sunday, September

11th from 9-11am. The Fellowship Hall will be

filled with booths advertising our many different

ministries, so stop by and check them out! If

you’re looking for a place to serve or to simply just

get involved, this will be an excellent chance to see

what all is available!

You are invited to join an “Adoption” ministry

this fall. You will hear more about this great op-

portunity to ―adopt‖ a college student, a shut in, a

Pre-School class, or a Sunday School class. It will

be a great way to be in ministry.

NewComer Fellowship to be held on Sunday,

September 25th. All Newcomers are invited

to come to the Fellowship Hall at 9:40a.m. and sit

at table closest to the stage. There will be a few

people to greet you and share a little bit about First

Church. This is an informal time of fellowship.

Charge Conference to be held at First Church on

Thursday, October 27 at 7:00p.m. This is for all

people to attend. All the churches in the cluster and

surrounding areas will be invited to attend as well.

Sunday Night Women’s

Bible Study will begin

Sunday, September

11 (6:30-8:00 p.m.) and

will meet in the Church

Library located on the

main floor. This group is

a study/fellowship group

which does a Bible study

for 3 weeks and has a

fellowship time at a res-

taurant on the 4th Sunday

of each month. To begin

the year we will be doing a Beth Moore 11 session video

study on the Book of Revelation entitled: Here and Now,

There and Then. There will be light homework to do each

week. Beth Moore is a dynamic teacher and speaker and we

are certain to learn much about this interesting book of the

Bible. All women are welcome to join the group! Questions

may be directed to Sue Jansen 925-0787.

The Breakfast Club Sunday School Class is beginning a new

parenting video series entitled ―Your Child- Essentials of Dis-

cipline‖ (What’s OK, What’s Not and What Works) with Dr.

James Dobson on September 11 during the Sunday School

hour. This is a 12 session series that includes topics: Irrespon-

sibility vs. Defiance; Anger vs. Action; Compliant vs. Defiant,

Changing Discipline as Your Child Grows, The Strong-Willed

Adolescent, and more. The class meets in the basement at

the end of the hallway under the fellowship hall. This is a

great opportunity to become involved in a small group study

and make some new friends! Questions about the class may

be directed to Sue Jansen 925-0787 or class members.

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September 2011

FALL FAMILY MOVIE SERIES

CONFIRMATION CELEBRATION

We are so excited to offer the following

Fall Family Movie Series! Keep your

eyes peeled for more information in

the Announcements page of the week-

ly bulletin!

Date: September 18, 2011

Time: 5:30-8:30 pm

Cost: Freewill donation

Food: Pizza, pop, and popcorn

Movie: Flywheel

Date: October 16, 2011

Time: 5:30-8:30 pm

Cost: $10 per couple, children are free

Food: Sit down dinner

Movie: Fireproof

Childcare Provided

Date: November 20, 2011

Time: 6:30-8:30 pm

Cost: Canned good donation

Food: Popcorn

Movie: Soul Surfer

Congratulations to all of our Confirma-

tion Students! We are excited to cele-

brate with you on Sunday, September

11th in both services as you are con-

firmed into the church and publicly pro-

fess your faith! We invite the church to

come and celebrate with us during

those worship services!

Those participating this past year:

Jenny Cleveland

Taylor Doehrman

Jamie Eis

Hanna Fetter

Montana Kummer

Tyler Littlejohn

Sam Mettert-Thrush

Ethan Reed

Will Schaab

Jamie Sexton

Mariah Shatto

Alex Shoemaker

Austin Shoemaker

Katelyn Smith

Ashlyn Teders

Andrew Vetter

Madison Wehr

For Safety’s Sake!

As we continue to participate in all the won-

derful opportunities available at the church,

please do not forget to help keep our chil-

dren safe. This includes dropping off and

picking up all children birth through 5th

grade from Sunday School and evening ac-

tivities in their classrooms and making sure

that children are not left unattended in the

building. We are all responsible for the pre-

cious gift of these children and want to keep

them safe! Thank you for paying attention

to these little ones!

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September 2011

Calling All Singers!

LOVE DAVID CROWDER MUSIC?

Festermacher Lodge

Opening Ceremony

Sunday October 23, 2011

3:00 - 5:00 pm

Epworth Forest Conference Center

8580 E. Wesley Lane

North Wester, IN 46555

This is a free event and open to all.

Come join in the festivities! RSVP

online at rightfuture.org or call

574-834-2212

Love music? Love David Crowder? Don’t miss out on this final opportunity to see the David Crowder Band live in concert on his farewell tour! The con-cert is Friday, September 16th from 6-11 PM at First Assembly of God in Fort Wayne. Cost for tickets is $25. This concert opportunity is open to people of all ages. If interested, get signed up on the youth bulletin board or contact Pastor Allison Yankey at [email protected] or 925.0885.

The First United Methodist

School of Early Learning is

hosting the Daisy Walk/Run

in honor and memory of chil-

dren. The date of the event is

Saturday, September 17,

2011 at 8:00 a.m. This event

will be open to the congrega-

tion, preschool families, and

the community.

The race will be held in

memory of Daisy Morris, born prematurely, who passed away

Jan. 12 at only 20 days old. She was the daughter of Matt and

Addie (Post) Morris and great-granddaughter of Ginger Post.

We want you to participate or volunteer in this event! Not

only will you meet new preschool families and community

members, you will be helping a preschool student have expe-

riences that Daisy Morris will never have. Many families are

still struggling financially and need our help. Please prayer-

fully consider helping our preschool in this outreach to fami-

lies and the community. Help us remember and honor the

children in our lives and in our church.

The walk/run starts at Rieke Park, with the majority of the

event taking place on the nature trail and finishing in a park

pavilion. We hope to raise funds to offer scholarships to pre-

school families. Last year, with the generous support of the

church and community, 26 families were assisted. Help us

match the number of families we helped last year!

Please feel free to contact Director Kelly Oswalt (925-2570 or

[email protected]) with any questions.

LIBRARY NEWS Several new up-to date books have recent-ly been added to the library. Robin Chad-dock’s books “How to Get a Smart Mouth”, and “Mom Overboard”; also “Tending the Soul” by Sara Graves and more! A book “Why” by Adam Hamilton is an ex-cellent book to read with thought provok-ing questions like: Why do the innocent suffer?, Why can’t I discover what is God’s will for my life? Check them out!!! The newest books are located on the library table in room 201 on the main floor past the mailboxes.

If you love to sing for the joy of God ,

then we have some opportunities

for you!

Adult Choir meets on Wednesdays at

7:30-9:00 p.m.

Praise Choir meets on Thursdays at

7:00-8:00 p.m.

Children’s Choirs meet on Wednesdays

from 5:30—6:00 p.m.

Girls Ensemble (6,7,8 grades) meet on

Wednesdays from 7:15-7:30 p.m.

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September 2011

Financial Peace University Class

Financial Peace University

A Financial Peace University class will

begin on October 5 to help you with your

financial life based on the teachings of

Dave Ramsey.

This class will be held on Wednes-

day evenings from 6:30 – 8:30p.m. at Nor-

ris Chapel UMC, located at 4793 County

Road 40A. (This is a few miles east of Au-

burn). Childcare will be provided for fami-

lies at no cost. There are 13 weeks of

teaching with the class beginning on Oct 5

and ending on Jan 18.

The cost of the class is normally

$100 but a grant has reduced to cost to you

for $40 per person/couple.

Various UM pastors will facilitate

and lead the discussions. For more infor-

mation contact Rev Mike Halferty at 260-

337-5437. You can fill out the registration

form and make your check out to Norris

Chapel UMC. Please note on the registra-

tion form if you need childcare. Please

send this form to Norris Chapel UMC, c/o

Rev. Susan Smith Bryden, 4793 CR 40A,

Auburn, IN 46706.

You can get a form from the church.

Thank you, thank you, thank you to the church congregation for supporting the United Methodist Women’s Red Bird Mission outreach project. Your generosity and response is overwhelming. We are able to take doz-ens of boxes of school supplies, Bibles, copier paper, clinic supplies and quality clothing to Red Bird. The amount of beautiful clothing and shoes in new-like condition donated is amazing. We received many tubs of adorable children’s and infant clothing in perfect condition. What a blessing this will be to many families fac-ing difficult times. What a wonderful, generous and caring congregation we have. This congregation truly believes the words of Matthew 25:35-40. 35 For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, 36 I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’ 37 “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you some-thing to drink? 38 When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? 39 When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’ 40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ Again, thank you for mak-ing this outreach project a huge success. God Bless you all. Susan Steinman and the United Methodist Women

The United Methodist Women are starting to make plans for their annu-al Holiday Bazaar November 11th and 12th. This is their major fund-raiser for the various projects they support. Your help would be greatly appreciated. They are in need of people who do crafts, sew, bake, etc. Also needed are people to make frozen casseroles as well as anyone who can help with the noon and evening meals. Don’t forget to save your jewelry for the ever popular jewelry booth. Again, you help in any of these areas is welcomed.

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September 2011

BIBLE TREE

The United Methodist Women will hold their An-nual Fall Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 22 at 6:30 in Fellowship Hall. Karen Sibery will give a presenta-tion on her recent trip to Panama, and Kaye Patton will tell us about her visit to the Holy Land! You won't want to miss this very interesting meeting and time of fellowship, which is open to ALL ladies of the church. This will be a great opportunity to get to know Kaye Patton a bit better too!

Would you like to be instrumental in a child’s Christian journey? The Children’s Council and School of Early Learning preschool are teaming up to provide a Bible to the children of our church. Will you help? It’s easy! Here’s how: Select a Bible die- cut from one of the Bible Giving Trees (in either main entrances). Envelopes are also on display near the tree. After filling out the

envelope, place your $10 donation and the die-cut inside. The church office will accept your envelope. If you have questions, please contact Dawn Shoe-maker (925-0885 or dshoe-

[email protected])or Kelly Oswalt (925-2570 or [email protected]). Thank you very much for helping to support the children of the church and community- your gen-erosity is greatly appreciated!

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER

8TH – 12pm – CARRY IN

LUNCH

All persons aged 55+ are in-

vited to join the OWLS

for a carry in lunch in the

church Fellowship Hall.

Please bring a dish to share.

Entertainment will be provid-

ed by Dick Shankle and a

brass group.

Games played after the program. There is no cost.

Questions? Contact Gloria Deetz at 281-2450.

CAR CARE MINISTRY!

Dayspring Church is offering basic car

repairs for people and all they need to

do is buy the parts and they will do

the rest. For more information please

contact Jeremy Miller at 260-570-8111

or 260-925-4599

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September 2011

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!

Dear First Church,

Thank you for sending me to camp. I had a lot of fun. There was a lot of

fun activities like paintball, blob, and the zipline. The pool was awesome.

All the time I was there I got closer to God. It was really fun to learn about

God. I learned from all the activities that I had to trust in God.

Thanks again, Austin Osterhout

Dear Auburn FUMC;

Thank you for sending me to camp Adventure this year! I had a lot of fun

blobbing, swimming, canoeing, zip lining and worshiping. When I left camp,

I felt so much closer to God. We talked about becoming big with our Faith in God. I am now committed

to following through with that wonderful idea. Thanks again, Sara Muckenfuss

Dear Church;

Thank you so much for helping to send me to camp Adventure. I really appreciated it. My experience at

camp made me grow more in my faith. I totally enjoyed it very much! Thanks again, Montana Kummer

Dear Auburn FUMC;

Thank you for allowing me to go to camp again this year at Epworth Forest. I had an excellent experi-

ence again this year exploring my faith and digging deeper into God’s love. Staying in the new lodge was

excellent! It made the camp experience even better with the comfortable beds & air conditioning!!

Thank you so much, Anna Muckenfuss

Dear Church Family,

Thank you for helping me attend Camp Adventure this summer. My most favorite thing was the high

ropes because they were both fun and challenging. This year’s camp experience helped me continue to

grow in my connection with God. Our theme was CONNECT and we had many discussions on how we

can connect with God through prayer. Thank you again, Ayden Bowers

Dear Church Family;

Thank you so much for helping me go to camp. I had a fun time my first year at Camp Adventure. The

was awesome and added to the worship as we sang about God and the activities were so fun, even if it

was very hot that week. Thanks again, Carolyn Vadney

Dear Church Fmaily;

Thank you so much for the Christian CD and the role you play in my life and relationship with Christ. I

know I will listen to that CD at college and feel uplifted when I am stressed.

Thank you, Kayleigh Warner

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Rev. Ted Jansen - Senior Pastor [email protected] Rev. Allison Yankey – Associate Pastor [email protected] Rev. Dr. Richard Patton – Worship Arts Director [email protected] Rev. Dale Williams – Adult Ministries [email protected] Dawn Shoemaker – Children’s Ministries [email protected] Pat Kobiela - Office Manager [email protected] Bill Kobiela – Supervisor of Building & Grounds [email protected] Cathy Vadney – Office Assistant [email protected] Phyllis Lahr – Musician Stephen Johnson - Night-time Custodian Kelly Oswalt – Preschool Director [email protected] Preschool Staff: Andrea Allen, Beatrice Blohm-Hart, Jody Jones-Kessler, Greta Lude, Darla Marshall, Jill Middaugh, Shalon Meyer, Mary Mondor, Ellie Slavin, Lynn Stone, Stephanie Ternet, Stephanie Vose, Harmony Witmer Nursery Staff: Donna Hinrichsen, Christine Azzue, Jody Jones-Kessler Pastor Emeritus: Rev. Wilbur Yates Retired Pastor: Rev. Maury Bonecutter Church Office Hours 8am – 4pm Monday – Thursday 8am – 12pm Friday Office may be closed from 12pm – 1pm for lunch Email: [email protected] Website: auburnfirstunited.com Phone: 260.925.0885

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September 2011

First Church Fall Schedule

Sunday Worship

Worship at 8:30 am & 10:45 am

Communion is generally served the first

Sunday of the month.

Sunday School classes at 9:40 am

Children Preschool room 106

Kindergarten, first & second

grade Room 112

Third, fourth & fifth grade

Room 105

Youth Middle School room 107

High School room 113

Adult

Breakfast Club room 109

Genesis room 108

Women of Faith room 111

Lost Tribe room 110

3M class room 209

Keystone room 208

Lamplighters room 200

200 level rooms - main floor; 100 level

rooms - lower level.

Childcare all Sunday morning for chil-

dren 2 & under in room 205

Other Special Events

Labor Day Sunday – September 4 One ser-

vice at 9:30am

Coffee Time prior to service,

Cookout after the service

Rally Day & Ministry Fair - Sunday

September 11

Daisy 5K Run/Walk - Saturday

September 17

UMW Bazaar - Friday Nov 11 & Sat Nov 12

Preschool Shopping Extravaganza - Sat

Dec 3

BIG Wednesdays – Believe, Impact,

Grow

5:30 - 6pm Children’s Choirs

5:30- 6pm Beginning Hand Bell Group

6- 6:30pm Meal

6 – 7:15pm Middle School Youth Group

6:15 – 7pm Rhythm Ringers Hand Bell

group

6:15 – 7:15pm Bible Studies

7:30 – 9pm Adult Choir

7:30 - 9pm Senior High Youth Group

Child Care is available from 6 – 9pm each

BIG Wednesday

There will be no Wednesday activities on

Sept 28 or Nov 23.

Other Music Opportunities

Praise Choir – Thursdays at 7pm

Other Ministries

Faith Foundations Class. This is a group

to explore how we Believe, Grow and Im-

pact. A class meets on Wednesdays at

6:30pm and a class meets on Sundays at

9:45am.

Women’s Sunday Evening Bible Study

Group. This group meets at 6:30pm on

Sunday evenings meeting 3 weeks a

month at the church and 1 week a

month at a local restaurant.

Men’s Group. This group meets during

the Bible Study time on Wednesday eve-

nings.

Financial Peace University. This class is

offered at Norris Chapel UMC on

Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm –

8:30pm.

American Heritage Series. This group

meets during the Bible Study time on

Wednesday evenings.

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September 2011

Thursday Sept 1

7pm Praise Team

Friday Sept 2

11am AA

Saturday Sept 3

No activities scheduled

Sunday Sept 4 - Communion

8:30am Fellowship Time

9:30am Worship

11am Cookout

Monday Sept 5 Building

closed

Tuesday Sept 6

9am UMW Executive Board

9am Shawl Ministry

Wednesday Sept 7

8am Men’s Breakfast at

Richards

12pn Retired Teachers lunch

2pm Senior Adult Council

BIG Wednesday – see

schedule

6:30pm Men’s Group

6:30pm Finance Budget Mtg

Thursday Sept 8

12pm OWLS Fellowship

7pm Praise Choir

Friday Sept 9

11am AA

Saturday Sept 10


Sunday Sept 11

8:30am & 10:45 am Worship

9:30am Ministry Fair

9:40am Sunday School

6:30pm Women’s Bible Study

Monday Sept 12

8am Monday Prayer Group

6pm Heaven Bound

6pm Girl Scouts

Tuesday Sept 13

9am Shawl Ministry

10am RC Bloodmobile

5:30pm Lay Leadership

6:30pm Trustees

6:30pm Worship/Music

7:30pm Staff Parish Relations

Wednesday Sept 14


Richards

8am Quilt Guild


Schedule


6:30pm Children’s Council

Thursday Sept 15

1pm Shut In Visitaion

7pm Praise Choir

Friday Sept 16

11am AA

Saturday Sept 17

Daisy 5K Run/Walk

Sunday Sept 18



9:40am Newcomer

Committee

5:30pm Dinner & a Movie


Monday Sept 19

October Newsletter Deadline


6pm Heaven Bound

6pm Girl Scouts

Tuesday Sept 20

9am Shawl Ministry

9am Nellie Weaver Circle at

Viv Thompson’s home

6:30pm Ad Council

Wednesday Sept 21


Richards

9am Maxine Coleman Circle


schedule


6:30pm Finance

Thursday Sept 22

6pm UMW General Meeting

7pm Praise Choir

Friday Sept 23

11am AA

6pm Wedding rehearsal

Saturday Sept 24

Petcoff/Manor wedding

Sunday Sept 25



9:40am Newcomer Fellowship


Monday Sept 26


6pm Girl Scouts

6pm Heaven

Bound

Tuesday Sept 27

9am Shawl

Ministry

Wed Sept 28

No BIG Wednesday


Richards

12pm Old Settlers Day

Thursday Sept 29


Friday Sept 30

6am UMM breakfast for

United Way

11am AA

BIG Wednesday

5:30 - 6pm Children’s Choirs

5:30 – 6pm Beginning Bells

6 – 6:30pm Meal

6 – 7:15pm Middle School Youth

6:15 – 7:15pm Wed Eve Bible Studies

6:15 – 7:15pm Rhythm Ringers

7:30 - 9pm Sr Hi Youth

7:30 - 9pm Adult Choir

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SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS 9/01 Bonnie Collins, Lauren

McCallister

9/02 Wendy Kepler, Ed Williams,

Lisa Hamilton, Bryan Parrott

9/03 Tammy Baker

9/04 Nancy Mertz, Stephen John-

son, Michael Bassett

9/05 Charlie Collins, Jamie Eis

9/06 Brandon Doehrman

9/07 Lucille Greenlee, Cheryl

Chalmers

9/09 Phyllis Lahr, Kevin Gramling,

Debra Littlejohn, Erin Sukala

9/11 Mark Thrush, Tara Sibery,

Braden Bassett, Isaac Thrush,

Alexandra Karch

9/12 Jeff Armstrong, Chuck Wolf,

Kristen Nelson

9/13 Jerry Durst, Gabe Liddell

9/14 Maureen Williams, Barbara

Haynes, Judith Getts, Sharon

Zonker, Ken Hinrichsen, Devin

Schultis

9/15 Landen Brow

9/16 Nancy Baum, Arlene

Samuelson, Natalie Schultis

9/17 Howard Bridge, Ashlee Allen

9/18 Brenda Hartman, Kelly Dun-

ham, Darla Marshall, Foster Webb

9/19 Marilyn Anderson, Amy

Zonker, Pam Warner, Joshua

Thrush

9/20 Donna Franze, Marilyn

Hilkey, Cheryl Markiton, Lucas

Pomeroy Kate Schaab

9/21 Helen M. Grogg, Herbert

Leins, Peter Gallagher,

Mallory Eltzroth

9/22 Loann Bassett, Steven

McDaniel, Ryleigh Marquardt

9/23 Phillip Bard, John Cox, Jenn

Karch, Alison McDaniel, Abigail

Mitchell

9/24 Sally Harper, ClaraMary

Winebrenner, Tim Mondor

9/25 Neal Burch, Carlee Conrad,

Sophia Mitchell

9/26 Mary Ann Ketzenberger, Lisa

Sparkman

9/27 Shirley Armstrong, Jim

VerHage, Cheryl Vetter, Lydia

Jansen, Chase Snyder, Taytum

Knox, Kendyl Smith, Kyle

Schamper

9/28 Jennifer Schwartz, Beatrice

Blohm- Hart

We’re getting a new picto-rial directory this fall! It’s hard to believe, but it’s been five years since we had a new printed pic-torial directory...and there have been a lot of changes in our church family in that time! We want you to be a part of our new Family Album. Watch for more infor-mation to come soon.

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