File - Landrum United Methodist Church

APRIL 2014
T HE L AMPLIGHTER
“The Lord is my light and my salvation”
Landrum United Methodist Church • 225 North Howard Avenue, Landrum, SC 29356
Website: www.landrumumc.net • Email: [email protected] • 864-457-3984
WHAT TIME IS IT?
By Pastor Kevin
Every morning for as long as they could remember, our great grandparents and maybe even
our grandparents slid out of bed each morning and took cold showers. And it really does not matter
what part of the country you are from because, cold showers in the early morning in the south feel
pretty much the same as cold showers anywhere else. They’re cold.
Every evening, these same people came back to a house without air conditioning. They might
have propped a fan in the window, but that seemed more like a concession than anything they
really needed. Many lived in homes they built for themselves; they had little insulation and many
had tin roofs, so a window fan pretty much blew hot air around. But they just seem to make it
work. These inconveniences weren’t a challenge to these people; they were opportunities. No
water heater? Take cold showers. Only three channels on TV; if they had TV? When nothing was on
they talked with each other. No clothes dryer? They hung them up on a line. No phone? They walked
to someone’s house when they needed to talk to them. Something broke? They didn’t buy a new
one; they just fixed it or did without it.
When I manage to pull myself away from computer, I’m sometimes struck with how different
my life is. There’s never a drop of cold water anywhere near my shower. My first instinct is to buy
what I need, never to make it. In the evenings, I have to force my mind to stay present on my
family instead of drifting away to what "important" social media updates I’m missing. But it’s not
really the technology differences that hit the hardest. You see, there was a depth to people that
I’ve found much harder to emulate. I’m often too distracted to get there. They just moved and
breathed faith; it naturally flowed from their character. Yet I struggle to stay afloat in an ocean of
distractions. Perhaps those cold showers really would do me some good.
This isn’t a call to jettison… all the technology (honestly, I can be just as distracted by books
and worries as I can by my television). Instead, what I think most about these people was their
resolve to remember what mattered most. They never seemed to care about what they lacked
because they knew what they had. They loved God and learned from His Word, and that satisfied
them.
Too often, the busyness of our lives keep us from remembering an important concept. God
has blessed us, regardless of whether we think he has or not. God has provided for us. We get
caught up in today’s latest technology and updating ourselves to be able to use this technology. We
email, text, tweet, Facebook, Instagram each other, and regardless what these modern preachers
say about being more connected with each other and with the world we become more and more
distracted from what we really should focus on. We become more and more separated from each
other every day. Luke 10:40 reminds us “But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had
to be made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don't you care that my sister has left me to do the
work by myself? Tell her to help me!”
I think it’s time we put down all the technological activities, and distractions and then put
ourselves down around the table. Take time to share meals together; talk about your day with each
other. Share with your family, friends, and neighbors before it’s too late. For some this may be
difficult because many have never taken the time to get to know their neighbors. Some may not
share anything with their family but their last name. Spring is a time of new life and growth; let’s
begin a new life together sharing and growing our lives with each other. Let’s take time together.
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TRUSTEE’S CORNER
By LUMC Trustees
Our new sound system is now fully installed including video feed to both the Fellowship Hall and
the Nursery. The portable projector, screen, and computer are being set up now and may be used
in Worship in the not too distant future. Finishing the Control Booth remains on our list and will
hopefully be completed this month.
Final Plans for the renovation of the playground this spring is our top priority right now. We will
be announcing a work day for anyone interested in helping with this renovation very soon. If you
have ideas for playground equipment, please talk with any Trustee.
LUMC has been blessed with funds to repair, pave, and strip the main parking lot. This will also be
done this spring. Everyone will be made aware of when this will be done via e-mail.
As many of you have noticed, we have water leaks in several places in the Sanctuary ceiling.
We are in the process of getting estimates to repair these leaks if at all possible OR to replace the
entire roof. We will keep you informed as we learn more about this potentially extensive
maintenance item.
Please help us manage utilities at LUMC like you would manage them at home – turn off lights,
reset thermostats if they are changed, and report water leaks.
Please report all maintenance issues to your friendly Trustee!!! (THANKS ALOT)
“… with men this is impossible, but with God all things are possible” (Math 19:26)
LUMC United Methodist Men
The Men’s Ministry would like to thank everyone who came out for the Shrove Tuesday All You
Could Eat Pancake Supper. Your Love Offering covered all costs of the meal with some left to
further our outreach efforts. At our March Breakfast, we decided to make this an annual Lent
Kickoff event – so you will be hearing from us again next year.
We are finalizing plans for a FIRE PIT adjacent to the playground. This will be the Men’s
Ministry’s contribution to the playground renovation that will be underway soon. We plan to have
some swings, benches, and Adirondack chairs for groups to use the fire pit for devotions, meetings,
and just a nice place to relax.
Final planning for the
3rd ANNUAL
HOLY SMOKE BBQ DINNER
is underway. The date is set –
SATURDAY MAY 17th.
Flyers will
be going up this month and tickets
will be going on sale about midApril. Reserve the date on your
calendar and come on out for some
of Glen’s fabulous BBQ.
With Easter coming in April and
the BBQ coming in May, the
next Men’s Breakfast will be held
Sunday June 15th in the Family
Life Center.
For additional information contact
John Kylin (864-468-5547)
[email protected]
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April 2014 Events Schedule
Saturday, April 12
3:00pm Native Worship (FLC)
Tuesday, April 1
Sunday, April 13
7:00pm Trustee Meeting (FH)
Holy/Passion Week Begins
Wednesday, April 2
PALM SUNDAY
6:00pm (?) Bible Study (FH)
10:00am Sunday School
7:00pm Choir Practice
11:00am Palm Sunday Service (1)
7:00pm Scripture Study Class
6:30pm UMYF
Thursday, April 3
7:00pm AA Meeting (FLC)
7:00pm Exercise Class (FH)
Monday, April 14
Friday, April 4
11:30am Women's Bible Study (FH)
Saturday, April 5
Tuesday, April 15
TBA Student Leadership Event 7:00pm Exercise Class (FH)
4:00pm Community Meal
Wednesday, April 16
Sunday, April 6
6:00pm (?) Bible Study (FH)
Communion Sunday
7:00pm Choir Practice
9:00am Worship Service
7:00pm Scripture Study Class
9:40am Munch & Mingle
Thursday, April 17
10:00am Sunday School
MAUNDY THURSDAY
11:00am Worship Service
7:00pm Maundy Thurs. Service
12:30pm Covered Dish Fellowship Meal Friday, April 18
1:30pm Finance Committee
GOOD FRIDAY
2:00pm ADM Council
12:00pm Good Friday Service
7:00pm AA Meeting (FLC)
at Jacksons Grove UMC
Monday, April 7
7:00pm Good Friday Service
11:00am FBC Landrum-Concert:
at LUMC
Highest Praise Choir
Saturday, April 19
11:30am Women's Bible Study (FH)
LENT ENDS
Tuesday, April 8
Sunday, April 20
7:00pm Exercise Class (FH)
EASTER SUNDAY
Wednesday, April 9
10:00am Sunday School
6:00pm (?) Bible Study (FH)
11:00am Easter Service (1)
7:00pm Choir Practice
12:00pm Easter Butterfly Release
7:00pm Scripture Study Class
Monday, April 21
Thursday, April 10
11:30am Women's Bible Study (FH)
7:00pm Exercise Class (FH)
Tuesday, April 22
Friday, April 11
Earth Day
7:00pm Exercise Class (FH)
Wednesday, April 23
ADMIN/PROFESSIONALS DAY
6:00pm (?) Bible Study (FH)
6:30pm Children Pack CM Bags
7:00pm Choir Practice
7:00pm Scripture Study Class
Thursday, April 24
7:00pm Exercise Class (FH)
Friday, April 25
Arbor Day
Guest Preacher
Rev. Arthur Holt
APRIL
Saturday, April 26
4:00pm Comm. Meal-LUMC
Sunday, April 27
9:00am Worship Service
9:40am Munch & Mingle
10:00am Sunday School
11:00am Worship Service
6:30pm UMYF
6:30pm FBC Landrum-Concert:
The Carolina Boys Quartet
7:00pm AA Meeting (FLC)
Monday, April 28
11:30am Women's Bible Study (FH)
7:00pm Exercise Class (FH)
Tuesday, April 29
7:00pm Trustee Mtg (FH)
Wednesday, April 30
6:00pm (?) Bible Study (FH)
7:00pm Choir Practice
7:00pm Scripture Study Class
,
MAY
Thursday, May 1
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER (USA)
7:00pm Exercise Class (FH)
Friday, May 2
May Friendship Day
Saturday, May 3
4:00pm Community Meal
Sunday, May 4 Communion Sunday
9:00am Worship Service
9:40am Munch & Mingle
10:00am Sunday School
11:00am Worship Service
5:30pm Finance Committee
6:00pm ADM Council
7:00pm AA Meeting (FLC)
Tennis: M-F, 3-6 pm, FLC Gym if Inclement Weather • FLC Gym
AA Group meets each Sunday at 7 pm, LUMC FLC Classroom #1041
IMPORTANT: Check the “Calendar” on the LUMC Website www.landrumumc.net
for the most current activities and information. Events & details may be subject to change.
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April 2014
2014 Sunday Ministry Schedule
Sunday
6
Acolytes
Ushers
Recorders
Flowers
Nursery
Munch &
Mingle
Isaac King
James Wofford
Don Surface
Chris Krebs
Nancy
Boatwright
Wanda
Starling
Pete &
Bonnie
Inman
Jody
McPherson
Jody McPherson
Susi Coghill
Nancy Surface
1st Sun
13
2nd
Sun
20
Jack
Clark
Paul Forster
Mark Hartsell
Mike White
Eli Quinn
Jay Boatwright
Ron Walters
Ben Boatwright
3rd Sun
27
4th Sun
Michael
Clark
Jay King
Keith Spring
Jon Castro
James
Wofford
Mark
Hartsell
Rita
Plumley
Tom
Harrision
n
Harrisio
Nancy
Surface
Jody
McPherson
in celebration
of Skyler’s
Birthday
The
arrangement
on the alter
is to honor
God and in
loving
memory of
Carl Coghill
RitaPlumley
and
Emmalea
Worship
Committee
for EASTER
Sonya Hyder
and Allie
Gladys Harris
Cheryl Barto
Jeanne Godwin
x
Fred and
Glady Harris
in celebration
of Grandson
Nikolas’
Birthday
Stephanie
Quinn
Carmen Krebs
Mary Hager
Michelle Fagan
Boatwrights
Barbara Mullen
Edith Biswas
Suzan Hahne
Carole Walters
For Church News and Information check the Fellowship Hall Announcement Board
NOTES: If you are unavailable to serve on the posted date, please ask someone to stand-in for you.
*If you have signed up for the Altar Flowers, please email/phone dedication information to the church office.
LUMC Office Information
Bulletin Content Deadline:
Information Updates: Please notify the church office of
Wednesdays at 1pm each week
any updates to your postal mailing address, email address,
Lamplighter Newsletter
phone, etc.
Content Deadline:
Photos: If you do not wish to have your photo used in
rd
church media, let us know and tell the photographer.
3 Wednesday at 1pm each month
Offering & Envelopes: On the FRONT of an offering
*If Wednesday Deadlines fall in a Holiday Week:
envelope, please write your name (individual or family),
Deadline is 1 week in advance
your information and note which fund to apply.
Pastor: Rev. Kevin F. Dalton
Year-end contribution statements will reflect accordingly.
Secretary: Wanda Wofford
225 N. Howard Avenue • Landrum, SC 29356 • 864-457-3984
Website: www.landrumumc.net • E-mail: [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/Landrum.UMC
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PRAYER REQUESTS
Please remember the following people in your prayers,
as well as, our church, pastor, members, outreach,
missions, community, and nation.
Facilities & Nursing Homes
Winnafred Stow (Magnolia Manor)
Patricia Griffin (Autumn Care)
Homebound
Mary Corn
Jessie Jennings
Military
John David Inman (Pete’s nephew)
Robert Black (on-going medical concerns)
Robert Inman (Pete’s nephew)
Lucille Kimbrell (medical concerns)
Riley Parsons (Member)
Chris Mullenax-Air Force 7 (Mike’s brother)
Bobbi Bell (wife of friend of Wayne Hager)
Jenson Family (friends of Wendy Donavan)
Friends & Family Needs
Tyrrell Family (friends of Wendy Donavan)
Amanda Kraus (Nancy McGarra’s grandniece)
Kelly Green (surgery recovery)
James & Thomas Mullen (sons of John & Barb)
Tom Harrison (surgery recovery)
Norma Kramp (Carmen Kreb’s mother)
John Mullen (surgery recovery)
Robin Morrison (Beth Spring’s sis-in-law)
Hugh Sanders (friend of Pastor Kevin)
Kathryn Kern (anorexia-Charlotte Stow’s niece)
George Jordan (brother-in-law of the Bartos)
Suzy Adair (cancer treatments-Charlotte Stow’s co-worker)
The LUMC Minister and Congregation
pray for those who are in need of special prayer or have medical concerns. We also express
our heartfelt Christian sympathy to those who have had loved ones to pass away.
(Please inform the church office of any names that need to be added or removed from the prayer list.)
APRIL CELEBRATIONS!
ANNIVERSARIES
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24
24
BIRTHDAYS
Tommy & Shirley Cannon
Bill & Charlotte Stow
Charles & Trudy Van Voorhis
5
6
8
12
13
13
17
18
18
23
26
28
28
Dustin Allen
Gladys Harris
Betty Little
Sarah Sprouse
Eli Quinn
Skyler Wofford
Gettis Solesbee
Don Surface
Carole Walters
Deanna Sprouse
Evan Plumley
Sarah McClure
Beth Spring
If we missed your special day,
please contact the Church Office.
Butterfly Release
after Sunday 11am Worship Service
Please fill out a form and include
with your donation in an offering
envelope marked “Butterfly
Release” by Sunday, April 6th.
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Swadeekah!
(“Hello” in Thai)
from
the Attaways
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The Senior Adult’s Group
Come join us on
Thursday April
17th
at 12 Noon in the Fellowship Hall
Catered Lunch $7/person
Fun • Fellowship • Games
All Are Welcome
and Bring a friend!
Contact:
Gladys Harris: 864-468-4819
Jeanne Godwin: 864-468-4455
Cheryl Barto: 864-457-5021
LUMC Youth Group at Gravitopia
Lock-In, Greenville, SC
A slightly less than perky group
after jumping ALL NIGHT LONG.
LUMC
YOUTH
ITAILIAN DINNER
& BASKET AUCTION
Thank You to everyone
that helping make this
event
event a success!!
success!!
Youth Events
April013 Youth Devotion
April027 Youth Devotion
nd
— Youth Devotions: 2
& 4th Sundays —
(5:30pm unless otherwise announced)
Children’s Ministry
Wednesday, April 23th
6:30pm in the Outreach Building
We will be packing
Community Meal Ministry Bags
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Bible Study & Scripture Study
Study meetings on Wednesdays
Wednesdays at 6pm & 7pm
Encourage others to come!
Contact: John Mullen & Jay Boatwright
Women’s Bible Study
Invite a friend! Womens’ Bible Study on
Monday mornings at 11:30am.
11:30am Contact: Mary Kylin
SERVICES AND EVENTS
Lent: Wednesday, March 5–Saturday, April 19
Easter: Sunday, April 20
Holy/Passion Week
April 13-19
Palm Sunday
April 13, 11am Worship Service
Maundy Thursday
April 17, 7pm Service
Good Friday
April 18, 12 noon Service
(Jacksons Grove UMC)
April 18, 7pm Service
(Landrum UMC)
Easter Sunday
April 20, 11am Worship Service
and Butterfly Release
• EVERYONE WELCOME •
All events held at LUMC unless otherwise noted.
The Hospice House
of Landrum is in need
of the following items
for Homecare Patients:
• Unscented Moisturizing Body Wash
• Ensure Nutritional Drinks
Contact: Jean Pearson at 864-457-9122
Hospice of the Carolina Foothills
Thank you for your consideration and support
of our patients and families!
Senior Adults
LUMC Senior Adults meet once a month for lunch
or an event. Invite others to come and be a part
of our group! If you would like more information,
please let us know. Contact: Gladys, Jeanne, Cheryl
Music Notes
Join our amazing choir! You do not have to be
able to read music, but you must want to to sing
praises to God and minister to our congregation
in song. Please join us!
CHOIR PRACTICE - Wednesdays
Wednesdays at 7pm
Contact: Joan Kotrady
Munch & Mingle
Come join us Sunday mornings
mornings at 9:40am.
9:40am
If anyone is willing to help in this ministry, some
of the teams need more people. If you want to
help and be a part of Munch & Mingle
Contact: Nancy Surface at 864-680-3168
LUMC United Methodist Men
We invite all men and young adult sons to
participate in our great breakfasts every 3rd
Sunday of the month at 8am.
Contact: John Kylin at 864-468-5547
email: [email protected]
Exercise Class
The LUMC Exercise Class meets in the Fellowship
Hall on Tuesdays and Thursdays of each week,
week,
7pm.
7pm If a LUMC Trustees’ meeting is on Tuesday,
then the class changes to Monday of that week.
xxContact: Carmen Krebs at 864-457-6870
Community Meals
Community Meals are held at LUMC in the Family
Life Center on 1st and 4th Saturdays.
If you would like to help, please come join us!
*Events and meeting details may be subject to change*
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New
LUMC Members
Karin Selman
& Cataleya Carrion
3-9-2014
City Food Drive Benefits
Backpack Ministry
On Saturday, March 22, the city of
Landrum conducted a food drive in the
parking lot of Fred’s to benefit the
backpack ministry.
Landrum City Administrator, Caitlin
Martin, stated that the city has been
looking for ways to be more involved
in the community.
O.P. Earle Elementary was contacted. Susan Henderson, Guidance
Counselor, suggested she call LUMC regarding the backpack
ministry. And that is how it began.
Members of the fire and police departments, city staff, Mayor Bob
Briggs and Martin delivered a trailer loaded with items needed to
feed 31 children on the weekend. We will also be sharing with First
Baptist who feed 13 youth from Landrum Middle School.
Participating in this shared ministry is First Baptist Church of
Landrum and Jacksons Grove UMC.
— Jody McPherson
Community Meals and the Food Pantry help our local community
Photo by Kiesa Kay
Photo by Kiesa Kay
Landrum
United Methodist Church
225 North Howard Avenue
Landrum, SC 29356
Phone:
Phone:
864864-457457-3984
E-Mail:
[email protected]
OPEN HEARTS
OPEN MINDS
OPEN DOORS
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www.landrumumc.net
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For God so loved the world that He gave His one
and only Son, that whoever believes in Him
shall not perish but have eternal life. – John 3:16
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