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United Methodist Church Hampton
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In preparation for our charge conference and looking forward to the future, I
have been focusing on the positive. Great things are happening here and in our
community. Are we there yet? No, our mission will never be accomplished as long
as we have breath. Now don’t let that discourage you; even if we cure illnesses of
the body and irradiate malaria, cure HIV and feed the entire world, the mission continues to grow and
change, and God willing, we will adapt and learn to transform mind and soul. In order to accomplish
soul transformation, I think the mind and body must be involved. I’d like to share with you a piece from
Featured Articles:
a Joel Olsteen book entitled “You Can, You Will”. ( I have added my 2 cents worth following his 8 princi-
From the Pastor
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Miscellaneous
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Director of Discipleship
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Leadership Co Minutes
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ples.) I don’t know about you, but I need to remind myself that I can and I will regularly or doubt and
fear begin to creep in. Doubt and fear can paralyze the mind and affect the soul. It can also, paralyze
a church. A church that turns in on itself will eventually die, unless new life and renewed mission grabs
a hold of the body. How do we work toward eternal life for the Hampton UMC so that generations to
come will be fortified by the saving grace of Jesus?
1. Keep Our Vision in Front of Us. Dare to dream big. What does the world need? What
does our community need? How can both take care of each other and provide for others
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who are not yet a part of the body of Christ.
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2. Run Our Race. We are not in competition with other churches or denominations. We are
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uniquely position us to spread the gospel of Jesus throughout the world. Focusing on our
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vision can help us continue to move forward through the ages.
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3. Expect Good Things. There are great opportunities to bring people into our family and
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look like to you?
all in this race together, but we all run it a bit differently. We have things in place that
into faith. Imagine how God will bless us beyond our wildest imagination. What would that
4. Have a Positive Mind Set. If you have a great idea, do not let others bring you down and
tell you why it can’t be done. You will not have all the answers and we cannot see the
future, but think positively, stay in love with Jesus and promise to follow His lead.
Church Staff:
 Pastor:
Rev. Corby Johnson
641-456-4238
[email protected]
 Director of Discipleship
Sue Kromminga
641-456-4238
[email protected]
 Office Administrator:
Cindy Shear
641-456-4238
[email protected]
Hampton UMC Website:
www.umc-hampton.org
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Hampton United Methodist Church
5. Commit to Excellence. Do your best and maintain high standards. When we begin a
project we have a vision, but sometimes lack of help and lack of money can feel like a wet
blanket. We are tempted to skimp. Resist the temptation! In all you do, do it for the glory
of God!
6. Keep Growing. Be proactive, be intentional, build on your gifts, and continually improve.
Stay connected to scripture. Make daily devotions a part of your life. Involve yourself in a
study and discussion group. Learn all you can so that you can share what you know with
others.
7. Serve Others. Invest yourself in relationships. Widen your circle and meet with people
who have different ideas, hopes and dreams. Learn about other people in your own backyard, other countries and other cultures. See how you can use who you are and what you
know to provide for God’s people financially, materially and spiritually.
8. Stay Passionate. Call on Jesus to continue stoke the fire within you. Find joy in
unexpected places. Be eager to share your delight for life with others around you.
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The Franklin County Ministerial crisis fund is back at the United Methodist
Church for a year! 10 of the churches in Hampton give regularly to this fund to
insure people in need get help. In working together we insure one location is
giving aid so people do not have to go from church to church to seek help.
Along with funding for Rent, Water, Electric, Gas, Food, and Hygiene supplies,
we have also provided Transportation, Furniture, Bedding, Clothing, Coats,
shoes, Bicycles, Walkers, Meals, School Supplies, Temporary Housing, help
with government assistance forms, and warm and caring hearts for people who need to feel loved,
uplifted and respected. You are invited to help fund this important mission anytime.
“Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places
you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can.”
John Wesley
On the Anniversary of the day God called you home.....
October 7
Gwen Kreiner
For a time I felt as though my life had ended too. What we shared will always be with me.
My loved one’s influence still guides me. It lives within my heart and brings me strength and
comfort each day. Continuing to live has taught me to face each day remembering only the
happy memories. Though sadness still surrounds me at times, I am beginning to hope for
the future and to build new joyful memories for me and my family.
Please Keep in Your Prayers
Members and friends confined to their homes or care centers:
Regina Artley — Mildred Bell — Delores Bender — Merle Butt
Lloyd & Elvera Dodd — Laura Hagensick — Bob Heilskov — Ingrid Heilskov
Betty Moore — Verlene Murray — Caroline Peters — Mo Stech—Dale Suckow
Regina Weber — Ray Ziegler
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Service Group #1 was honored to serve the luncheon for the funeral of Esther Artley.
Several members of other groups graciously agreed to help us. Workers were Robbi
Stevens, Betty Springer, Sonja Vosburg, Linda Buchanan, Jane Crawford and Donna
Dorsey. Furnishing bars and cookies were Agnes Allinson, Linda Buchanan, Jane
Crawford, LeaAnne Rew, Carolyn Moore and Robin McKee. Thanks to all of you.
Judy, Carol and Lillian
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
Hampton UMC Leadership Council for the meal
Auctioneers - Don Springer & Joel Orr
Auction Clerks - Carol Nolte & Betty Springer
Auction Spotters - Mike Atkinson & Terry Heilskov
Auction Assistants - Kathy Atkinson, Kathy Bobst &
Derek Hanna
On-line & Event Promo - Larry & Louise Gilchrist
Custodian Assistance - Virginia Meinberg
Advertising through Greater Franklin County Chamber & KLMJ Radio Community Calendar
Wide variety of Donated Items - Hampton UMC Family
Corporate & Retail Donors:
Koerner-Whipple Pharmacy – Fireside Gifts
Christensen Jewelry
Hampton Rehabilitation Center – ABCM
Sandee’s Flower House
The Wood Cellar
Orange Possum
Korner Bakery
We can celebrate the 100+ items donated, meal provided, bidders in attendance and FUN shared by
everyone, which generated just over $5,000 for our General Fund. Thank you for your generous
support and participation in this very special day!
Robbi Stevens (Auction Chair)
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Notes from Stewardship/Finance Committee
On behalf of the entire congregation, a very special THANK YOU goes out to Robbi Stevens for
her enthusiasm and effort to coordinate a very successful Baskets, Buckets, and Bundles event
on Sunday, September 18th. Great job, Robbi!
Pledged giving cards were mailed in early September. Please drop those in the offering plate or
deliver them in a confidential envelope by mail or by dropping them off at the church as soon as
possible. We would really appreciate everyone turning in their cards , even if your financial giving
to the church is not done through a pledge. This will save time and postage in making a second
request to those who have not turned in a response.
Sunday, October 16th, the congregation will share in a Free Celebration Meal immediately
following worship. At that time, we will celebrate what portion of our church budget has been
promised in pledged giving. Please plan to join us in this time of food, fellowship, and celebration!!
All Charge Conference Papers
are due in the office by
Wednesday October 12
Hampton UMC Christian Café
Thursday, October 20th 6:30pm
Celebrate the Community Cafe where “no one eats alone”!
So many community groups coming together to provide nutritious
and delicious food around tables. Good for you HUM’s, good for
community organizations, good for everyone. Here’s to Our Vision,
the Gospel, growing in Faith, God’s blessings, following Jesus, increasing in love, serving others, and being passionate for the Glory
of God!
Way to go! We came together to worship, praise God, build relationships, serve the community, love each other and finance the
mission of our church.
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To Friends and Family of HUMC,
Thank you for reaching out to my family during our time of post-flooding.
You don’t know what it has done for my heart and my spirit. I know we will
get back to our “normal” that much sooner because of your prayers and
generosity.
Peace & Harmony,
Sue, Chase, Shea, Boden & Baby Logan
Children First: Change a Child's Story
Parents: Call Sue (641-456-4238) to enroll your child in this great after
school program.
October 5, 2016 at 2:00 pm we will come together at the South Side
Elementary School to begin a reading program for children 1st through 3rd
grades.
We are planning for 20-25 children. Volunteers have been lined up, however, we can always use more. We will begin by reading, planning some fun
activities and programming for the children and then end with reading.
The school has been welcoming and offering hospitality for us to be there during this time.
Please, pray for the children participating, for the volunteers giving of their time and for God's
presence in the lives of all involved.
LEADERSHIP COUNCIL MEETING
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Lawrence Green called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Library. Several concerns/joys were
shared.
Members present were Lawrence Green, Jane Hoegh, Sonja Vosburg, Sue Kromminga, Becky Zak, Philip
Johnson, Louise Gilchrist, Larry Gilchrist, Lucy Minnier, Erla Eastabrooks, Carol Nolte, guest Robbi Stevens, and Pastor Corby. Pastor gave an opening prayer.
Last month’s minutes were reviewed. Carol asked for some clarification regarding Change for Life for August. This will be clarified at the next meeting. Larry made a motion seconded by Becky to approve the
minutes. Motion carried.
Education: Sunday Sch ool star ted last Sunday. Confir m ation m eeting Septem ber 21.
Youth Group meets on September 25; will need to find youth leaders for this group.
Robbi Stevens: Asked if there w ere any questions r egar ding the upcom ing Baskets, Buckets
and Bundles Auction. Over 70 items have been donated.
Endowment: No m eeting had been held.
Memorial: W ill not be m eeting until Septem ber 26.
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Missions: Still h ear ing com plaints about lack of h ot w ater w h en doing clean up after Com m unity Café meals. The funds from the Community Café will pay for a new water heater if it is determined one is
needed. Will wait until end of September to make the determination. CROP Walk is September 18.
Nominations: Com m ittee has m et for the fir st tim e. If any Com m ittee Ch air s have
recommendations, contact Pastor Corby or bring to Nominating Committee; they will contact the
individual(s). Nominations for SPRC: (will go on now to finish out this year)
2 year term—Don Gray
3-year term—Myron Card & Robbi Stevens
Motion made from Nominations Committee to approve. Becky seconded. Motion carried.
SPRC: Nothing to r epor t.
Stewardship & Finance: Finances as of August 30: Gener al Ch ecking — $6,803.76;
Construction— $2,045.86; IRMA Designated— $55,584.29. Commitment Sunday will be this Sunday. On
October 16 a meal for Consecration Sunday will be held.
Trustees: Car pet laying is finish ed. Total cost for car pet/installation/dum pster w as
$16,628.26. Six to eight cases of carpet remain. There is $3,371 left in the carpet fund project so Trustees
has made a motion asking permission to get bids to finish laying the remaining carpet in the balcony. Sonja
seconded the motion. Motion carried.
UMW: Have not m et. B azaar w ill be held Novem ber 19.
Men’s Group: Had new sink/faucet installed in th e kitchen last m onth . Putting in choir m icr ophones this weekend.
Worship: Su e w ill be in ch ar ge of ser vices o n S eptem ber 24 an d 25. Choir star ts again October 2. Laity
Sunday October 9.
Lay Leader: Noth ing to r epor t.
Director of Discipleship: W ent to Missio n Co nfer ence last w eek in Des Moin es. Fir st w eek of October
the Wednesday After School Program will be begin at South Side School from 2:00 to 5:00. Would like to do presentations at some of the local clubs to see if more volunteers can be recruited. Gone week of October 17-20 to North Central
Jurisdiction Fall Mission Retreat.
Pastor’s Report & Study: Ch ar ge Confer ence pr epar ation for m needs to be co m pleted and r etur n ed to
Pastor Corby. Will be compiling information for Charge Conference. Charge Conference date change from October 16 at
Iowa Falls to October 20 at 6:30 at our church.
Pastor Corby and Lawrence will be meeting with the Confirmation class September 20.
Next Leadership Council meeting October 12, 7:00 p.m., in the Library.
Lawrence closed with a prayer. Meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Linda Hamilton, Secretary
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Mary Fridley, Dean Wirtjes
Juanita Kolb
Sarah Baird
Sue Butt, Whitney Ringleb
Kimberly Burman, Berry Johnson
Steve Jones
Kae Clay
Krista Sanchez
Larissa Bultman
Noel Baird
Ron Hansen
Mike Furman, Pastor Corby Johnson
McKenna Rew, Triston Rew
Kelsey Ford, Beverly Klein, Ron Peyton
Sonja Vosburg
Laura Schroeder
Landen Johansen, Jerry Miller,
Danyelle Woltjer
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Ruth Nelson
Spencer Bultman
Irvin Van Gerpen
Craig Chaney, Jerad Silver
Judi Hansen , Carson Helmke
Tanner Hoegh, Jeff Winters
Ellen Kay Dirks, Evelyn Meints
Mylon Card, Addison Ford, Dallas Hansen,
Brian Johnson
Adam Johnson
Rachel Card, Dan Schipper
Dennis Borcherding, George Dirks,
Marilyn Knoll
Carter Johnson
Scott Butt, Elvera Dodd, Betty Moore
Paul Schulz, Scott Simons
Jo Whitney
Sarah Nelson, Zach Waddingham
Don Jones
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Murrel & Rosie Symens (1952)
Calvin & Tori Schoenfeld (2011)
Zach & Alexis Vosburg (2004)
Mike & Linda Buchanan (1991)
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Joel & Robin McKee (1994)
Vernon & Sharon Meinberg (1981)
Rick & Stacy Rieken (2005)
Bill & Kathy Burman (1976)
Mike & Barb Furman (1984)
Jeff & Jana Winters (1978)
Duane & Marge Foss (1952)
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Please call the church office (641-456-4238)
for any additions, corrections, or removals
to the Birthday or Anniversary list
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2016 Worship Flowers and Radio Ministry Dates Available
If you would like to provide altar flowers or sponsor a Sunday of Radio Ministry ($80 Full; $40 Partial)
on one or more dates listed below, please write the date on the lines provided and print exactly how you
wish it to be announced in the bulletin. If the Sunday you want is already taken, an alternate date will
try to be arranged.
Oct.
2, 9, 23, 30
Dec.
4, 11, 25
Nov.
6, 13, 20, 27
Oct.
2, 16, 23, 30
Dec.
4, 11, 18, 25
NOTE: Oct 2 and Dec 18 are partial dates
Flower Date: ____________________
__I will pick up after services __Share with someone
Radio Ministry Date: ____________________
[$80-Full; $40-Partial] (circle one)
OFFICE USE ONLY: Amount Paid_________
Date____________ Check #________ Cash_______
Announcement as you wish it to be listed in the bulletin:
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
Name: _____________________________________________
Phone Number: ___________________
Our Sunday Worship service is broadcast on KLMJ 104.9 FM Hampton
every Sunday at 11:15 a.m. Please help support this important part of the
UMC ministry by sponsoring a Sunday. Thank you for your support!
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October 2016 Worship Information & Schedule
Oct 1
Oct 8
Oct 15
Oct 22
Oct 29
Electronic
Hymnal
Karen
Tripp
Karen
Tripp
Dawn
Grotzkruger
Dawn
Grotzkruger
Joyce
Green
Joyce
Green
Joyce
Green
Joyce
Green
Joyce
Green
Oct 2
Oct 9
Oct 16
Oct 23
Oct 30
Glenda
Green
Glenda
Green
Glenda
Green
Glenda
Green
Glenda
Green
Sunday
Lector
Pat
Sackville
Robin
McKee
Sunday Song
Leader
Robbi
Stevens
Kate
Hindin
Shiona
Chambers
Margaret
Smith
Betty
Springer
Choir
Director
Bonnie
Stewart
Bonnie
Stewart
Children
Sing
Bonnie
Stewart
Bonnie
Stewart
Joel & Kim
Orr
Noah Walker
Logan Walker
Mike & Sue
Rodemeyer
Sat Night
Accompanist
Sat Night
Lector
Sunday
Accompanist
Children’s
Sermon
Sue
Kromminga
Sunday
Ushers &
Greeters
Jim & Barb
Quasdorf
Gayle
Winfrey
Fellowship
Time
Phyllis
Nelson
Loretta
Morgan
Worship
Coordinator
Kathy
Bobst
Greg & Corey Murrel & Rosie
Dombrowski
Symens
Brian & Jessica
Johnson
Mike & Barb
Furman
Jessica
Miller
Donna
Dorsey
Confirmation
Class
Carolee
Ellerbeck
Doug
Symens
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UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
100 CENTRAL AVE EAST
HAMPTON, IA 50441
Address Service Requested
October 2016
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Saturday Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:00 P.M.
Sunday School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 A.M.
Adult Sunday School. . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 A.M.
Sunday Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:30 A.M.
Fellowship Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30 A.M.
KLMJ 104.9 FM Broadcast—Sundays @ 11:15 A.M.
THE CLEAN UP CLOSET
1st Saturday of Each Month 9:00 am—11:00 am
October 1 November 5 December 3
3rd Tuesday of Each Month 9:00 am—11:00 am
October 18 November 15 December 20
In the Hampton UMC Fellowship Hall
Whether you are on a fixed income or having a hard time making ends meet, alone or with a
family to support, or any age, if you need help with cleaning/personal items, maybe we can
help—no questions asked. We know confidentiality is important to you—we will not give your
name out. The Clean Up Closet is open to all people.
TO DONATE ITEMS, PLEASE BRING ANY TIME TO THE
CHURCH. BASKETS ARE AT THE NORTH & EAST ENTRANCES.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!