ASBURIAN - First United Methodist Church, Carbondale

ASBURIAN
8:15 and 10:45 a.m. Worship Services
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
Sermon:
Where Children Belong
Rev. Alan Rhein
Scripture:
Mark 10:13-16
Anthem:
8:15
10:45
African Psalm
Sanctuary Choir, flute & Percussion
Newsletter of:
The First United Methodist Church
214 W. Main St.
Hymns:
545
548
614
558
The Church’s One Foundation
In Christ There Is No East or West
For the Bread Which You Have Broken
We Are the Church
Dear Friends:
This coming Sunday, October 4, is World Communion Sunday. This is
the Sunday when Christians around the world celebrate Holy Communion.
Most, if not all, Christian denominations celebrate Holy Communion, but
often at different times and in different ways. Some have Communion every
Sunday and some have it once a month as we do. Some use small unleavened pieces of
bread, while others use a loaf of bread as we do.
At any rate, this is the Sunday that most Christian churches will celebrate this important
service of the Church in whatever way is their custom. It is a time when we can put aside
those things that divide us as a Church, and focus on what we have in common - - remembering when Jesus shared His Last Supper with His disciples in the upper room, what it
meant for them, and what it means for us. With all that we find to divide us, it is important
to emphasize on what unites us together. This service does that.
Here at FUMC we will have Holy Communion at both services - - 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.
Sometimes parents ask whether their children are free to take the elements as adults do.
This is up to the parents. Some parents prefer to wait until their children have a deeper
understanding of what the service means before the child participates in the service. Other
parents allow their child to receive the elements and discuss what the service means with
their children. At any rate, either is acceptable in the United Methodist Church. We will
have different symbols to remind us of the many different traditions that celebrate the day
with us.
Carbondale, IL 62901
Our Mission Statement: “Called together by the
Holy Spirit, we proclaim God’s presence and
love in the world through prayer, worship,
education and service. We invite children,
youth and adults to become disciples of Jesus
Christ, live fully in the Holy Spirit, and embrace
God’s love.”
Sound System Operators:
8:15 Joe Swindell
10:45 Ron Browning
Also, this Sunday is the first Sunday in our “Treasure” study series which is a part of
our Financial Commitment Campaign this year. On October 11, our associate, Tom
Byford, will begin our series of sermons around the theme of, “Where your treasure
is, there will your heart be also.” As you have already been made aware, the goal of
these messages is to encourage each of us to prayerfully consider what God has done in
our life and commit ourselves financially--out of a sense of thanksgiving, not out of obligation. I remind you also to remember these services in prayer as each of us seeks God’s
desire for the giving of our prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness in the coming
year.
Liturgists: 8:15 Helen Deniston
10:45 Jessie Fyffe
See you Sunday,
Altar flowers this week are given by Julie Beck
and Carol Mocaby in memory of Linda Walker.
Pastor: The Rev. Alan R. Rhein
Associate: Tom Byford
Dir. of Christian Education: Necia Jannings
Prayer Chain: Sue Hall (457-8283) or email
Sara Hinde at [email protected]
Broadcast:
10:45 service is heard live on WCIL-AM (1020)
For van rides: Call the church office (457-2416)
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.fumc-cdale.org
Facebook:
www.facebook.com/FirstUnitedMethodistCdale
Twitter: @FUMCCarbondale
Musings
In Church This Sunday
October 4, 2015
Indoor Greeters: Jim & Mari Ann Oberg
Acolytes: 10:45 Sam Baker, Jackson Beaupre
October Ushers: John Williams, Captain;
8:15 Kathy Hollister, John Phelps,
Joe Swindell, Dick Verduin
10:45 Terri Glasser, Tricia Thomas,
Bruce Wallace, Steve Yarbrough
Alan
PARISH
pulse
In Church This Week
As of September 29, 2015
30 Wednesday
9-3 Healing Touch (by appt.)
10:00 Children’s StoryTime, Diane Dorsey
Memorial Library, Rms. 412, 413
4:45 Handbells Rehearsal
6:00 Grateful Hearts, Room 308
6:00 Wednesday Night Youth, for 6th-8th
graders, Rms. 404 & Fellowship Hall
(led by John & Sara Hinde)
5 Monday Meals on Wheels
10:00 Outreach to Oak Grove
6:30 Good News, Atrium
7:00 Boy Scouts, Fellowship Hall
6 Tuesday
8:30 Men’s Group Meeting, Heritage Room
9:00 Daniel Plan, Rm. 402
10:15 Beginning Yoga, Rm. 404
6-7 Girl Scouts, Fellowship Hall
1 Thursday
5:45 Gentle Toning, Stretch, & Yoga, 402
7:00 Choir Rehearsal, Sanctuary
7 Wednesday
9-3 Healing Touch (by appt.)
10:00 Children’s StoryTime, Diane Dorsey
Memorial Library, Rms. 412, 413
4:45 Handbells Rehearsal
6:00 Grateful Hearts, Rm. 308
6:00 Wednesday Night Youth, for 6th-8th
graders, Rms. 404 & Fellowship Hall
2 Friday
10-12 Church Women United, Heritage Rm.
12:00 Reservation deadline for Cache River
District UMW program and luncheon, Call
Sue Stucky, 618-995-1309
3 Saturday
4 Sunday World Communion Sunday
8:15 Worship Service
9:30 Sunday School for all ages
Church-wide study begins on Treasure:
A Stewardship Program on Faith and Money
10:45 Worship Service
8 Thursday
5:00 Priscilla Circle, Rm. 210
6:00 Education Meeting, Rm. 410
7:00 Choir Rehearsal, Sanctuary
9 Friday
2:15 Bus trip to St. Louis for dinner and the
Symphony, featuring Beethoven’s 9th
10 Saturday
6:00 Saturday Night Live, home of Paul
and Evangeline Chugh
PARTICIPATE IN OUR STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN
BEGINNING OCTOBER 4th . . . and continuing through the month
•
The congregation will join together for a church-wide experience with the study of
Treasure by Jacob Armstrong. Starting this Sunday, daily devotionals and Bible
studies will be based on these readings. On October 11, Tom Byford begins our series
of sermons around the theme of, “Where your treasure is, there will your heart be
also.” Pick up your copy of Treasure Daily Readings in the Narthex.
•
Make plans to join us in the coming weeks in one of the classes participating in the
Bible Study of Treasure. They are: Electives Class (Heritage Room); Investors Class
(Rm. 404); and Renew Class (Rm. 201).
Sympathy to Betty Crippen and family, on the death of her brother, John Goins of Mounds, IL, who died on
September 25, 2015.
Sympathy to Pam & Chuck Reno on the death of their sister-in-law Jacqueline “Jackie” Reno on
September 22, 2015.
Join us Tuesday, October 13 for a trip
to Chatham to spend the day volunteering at the Midwest Mission Distribution
Center. Sign-up in the Narthex.
Altar flowers are
needed for
November 1
Thank you
From the Staff Parish Relations Committee
When should we have a thankful heart? 1 Thessalonians 5:18,
“ …give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for
you in Christ Jesus.”
Many hands help to make our church thrive. We would like to
thank our church staff for their dedication and commitment to
FUMC. Sunday, October 25, will be “Pastor-Staff
FUMC STAFF:
Appreciation Sunday.” After the 10:45 a.m. serAlan Rhein – Pastor
vice, please join us for a reception in the Atrium.
Tom Byford – Associate
THERE ARE MANY WAYS THAT
Robert Weiss – Music Director
YOU CAN SHOW YOUR GRATITUDE:
Anita Hutton – Organist and Parish Visitor
• Write a card or note of thanks and place it
Necia Jannings – Director of Christian Education
in the “Basket of Thanks” in the Atrium
Sharon Ranmar – Office Manager
on October 4, 11, 18 or 25.
Julia Morrill – Office Assistant
Janet Earnest – Finance Staff
• Tell them! – Feedback is always appreciated!
Jeff Peterman – Custodian
• Share your cooking talents!
Jack Peterman – Sunday Custodian
Shelli Peterman - Relief Custodian
Carol Williams – Nursery Worker
Tiffany Morris – Nursery Worker
Disciples for Sunday, October 4, 2015:
Outside Greeters: Joyce & Bill Crippen
Van Drivers: Dan Anderson III, George Everingham, Shelby Seegers-Schafer
Welcome Center: 8:15 Jan Verduin; 10:45 Sara Hinde
Coffee Hosts: 8:15 Deanna & Ron Diel; 10:45 Jackie Cox, Angie Voss
No Parish Nurse this week
No Children’s Church this week
Nursery: Angie Voss - Info; Tabitha Koch - Youth
October Nametags: Aveniel Cherry
United
Methodist
Women
Upcoming Events . .
Thursday, October 8
Priscilla Circle, Room 210, 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 14
Women’s Wednesday Fellowship, Heritage Room, 1:30 p.m.
Hostesses: Sue Peterman, Anna Marie Smith
Program: “The Earth: Plants, Insects, Animals, and The Human Influence,”
Plant Exchange
Tuesdays, 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Beginning Oct. 6
Join our group as we take the next step in
The Daniel Plan
Tuesday, October 20
Morning Circle, Mc. Donald’s West, 9:30 a.m.
Hostess: Dorothy Rudoni; Co-hostess: Judy Dillinger
Children’s Story Time
Saturday, October 24
Cache River District UMW Spiritual Growth Retreat, Little Grassy
Registration: 9:30 a.m. (Registration and Luncheon $10.00)
Speaker: Dr. Gynelle Baccus, “Miss Caregiver” will share some zany stories
about caregiving and life.
Contact: Sue Stucky by October 2nd - 618-995-1309
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR
DREAMCOAT
At the Carson Center in Paducah
Thursday, October 15 - Tickets still available
Parents and children are invited
to join us each
Wednesday at 10:00-11:00 a.m.
in the Diane Dorsey Memorial
Children’s Library
Jane Robertson shares stories, craft activities, music, and lots
of activities for preschool & early elementary children!!!
2015 Spiritual Care Day is October 8. Pre-registration
is required by October 1st. Free event! Contact Sara
Hess, 618-457-5200, Ext. 67801. Speakers inclulde:
Verletta Saxon and Rev. Ralph Brandon.
“Where’s the hope, where’s the help?”
Reserve a seat by emailing Tom at [email protected]
ASP COFFEE TIME FUNDRAISER
FAIR TRADE AND ORGANIC COFFEE
FROM JUST COFFEE CO-OP
PRICE
DISCOUNTED
O, Christmas Tree!
CHOICES INCLUDE:
Medium Roast, Breakfast Blend, and Decaf Dark Roast
COST PER BAG ONLY
$9
OR
3
BAGS FOR
$25
COME AND PICK UP YOUR ORDERS IN THE OFFICE
OR AT CHURCH ON SUNDAY
NEEDED BY
DECEMBER 12
It is never too early to think about the holidays!
It has been our Church’s yearly family tradition to have a
‘real’ tree in the Sanctuary -- this year by December 12.
If you have a tree on your property you would be willing to
cut OR if you are willing to donate a purchased tree, please
contact Joyce Crippen (549-8039).
SUNDAY CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
M E N T A L W ELLN ESS FAI R
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
University Baptist
Church
700 S. Oakland
618-457-0323
1:00 - 3:00 P.M. - UNIVERSITY MALL
• Tools for stress mgmt.
• Relaxation activities
• Physical activity demos
• Memory wall for loved
ones we’ve lost
• FREE event!
• Learn about community
resources
• Agencies on hand to
explain their services
For more information contact Dan Hyson,
618-457-5200, ext. 67840 or by email:
[email protected]
Coats will be distributed at
DROP OFF SITE:
University Baptist Church University Baptist Church
Saturday, October 10
700 South Oakland
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Carbondale, IL
HELP KEEP THE HOMELESS WARM!
Carbondale Public Library is collecting blankets, sleeping bags, coats, hats/gloves/scarves, socks, and backpacks (new or nearly new) to distribute to our local
homeless and impoverished population. Donate until
October 8th.
Drop off items at the Public Library
M-Th, 9 am-8 pm.; Sat. 9 am-6 pm
Call 618-457-0534 for more information.
TRIVIA NIGHT
TO BENEFIT THE WOMEN’S CENTER
DOORS OPEN
AT 6:00 P.M.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
COPPER DRAGON, 700 E. GRAND AVE., CARBONDALE
CASH BAR • POPCORN • 50/ 50
DRAWING • $5 GRAB
BAG GIVE-AWAY
Register online at www.thewomensctr.org; register by email at [email protected]
$20 per person in advance; $25 at the door
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2015
Includes a richly entertaining and uplifting Christmas program at
Badgett Playhouse, Down Home Country Christmas, followed by a
great dining experience at Patti’s 1880’s Settlement.
After dinner, step outside for a beautiful and brilliant village light display and decorations. Spend time
shopping in the quaint boutique shops. Depart at 12 noon; arrive back in Carbondale by 9:00 p.m.
Cost per person: $87.00. Call Don Boehne at 618-549-1319
All payments are non-refundable AFTER Nov. 11, 2015
Children’s Opportunities
Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Children’s Sunday School - (K - 5th grade) uses
Deep Blue from Cokesbury. The morning begins with music at 9:30 in
Room 415. Lessons are as follows:
October 4 Lesson - Abraham and Sarah - Genesis 12:1-9; 15:1-6
All the families of earth will be blessed because of you. (Genesis 12:3)
Sundays at 10:45 a.m. Children’s Church - (K - 5th grade). All children
are invited to Children’s Church following the Children’s Time at the 10:45
a.m. worship service.
October Lesson: Stewardship - Matthew 25:14-30; Luke 19:11-27; James 1:5. God gives us all
abilities and we are to be faithful stewards of those abilities using them to serve Him. “Each one
should use whatever gift he has received to serve others.” (1 Peter 4:10a)
Youth Opportunities, 9:30 a.m.
Faith development through Bible lessons, emphasizing a relationship with
God through Jesus.
Middle School meets in Room 410 and uses On the Go.
High School Class meets in Room 409 and uses a variety of materials connecting the lessons of the
Bible with issues relevant to today’s youth.
Adult Opportunities, 9:30 a.m.
Renew, a group of women seeking deeper meaning in their lives through Bible study, reflection,
and prayer, meets in Room 201. SPECIAL OCTOBER STUDY - Treasure, by Jacob Armstrong. Women
of all ages are welcome to join us.
HomeBuilders Class For adults of all ages, this class focuses on social issues, relationships, spiritual issues and current events in building stronger values, growing in faith, and developing loving, lasting relationships. NEW THIS FALL - The DVD-lead study by Philip Yancey, Vanishing Grace: Whatever
Happened to the Good News? Join us!
The Investors Class, an intergenerational class for all adults meets in Room 404. NEW THIS FALL Study of Adam Hamilton’s, “The Call.” Life and Message of the Apostle Paul. SPECIAL
OCTOBER STUDY - Treasure, by Jacob Armstrong. Everyone welcome!
The Electives Class, meets in the Heritage Room. Scripture studies led by John Sims.
SPECIAL OCTOBER STUDY - Treasure, by Jacob Armstrong.
The Challengers Class, a class for special needs adults, meets in Room 212 on the second level.
They use the Adult Friendship Curriculum. This class is led by Susan Watson and Dan Anderson III.
Small Group Opportunities
The Daniel Plan meets in Room 402 at 9:00 a.m. on most Tuesdays, Check the church calendar.
Everyone Welcome.
Grateful Hearts meets in Room 308 at 6:00 p.m. most Wednesdays. NEW THIS FALL - “Grace,” by
Max Lucado. We hope you’ll join us!
IN MEMORY
From July 1, 2015 through,
September 30, 2015, the
following memorials were received:
Sandy Bartelsmeyer
Building Fund
Karl Bartelsmeyer
Spartan Sams RV Club
M. Kent Bishop
Music Fund
Don & Jean Boehne
Nelda & Conrad Hinckley
William & Jane Workman
Sally & John Washburn
Joe & Vi Hankla
Dick & Barb Swinburne
Dick & Jan Verduin
Sharon Ranmar
Andy & Janet Earnest
Dan & Barb Kimmel
Janice Henry
Don & Irene Carlton
Sam Indorante & Carolyn Gibson
William & Evelyn Bailey
Sue Peterman
Walter & John Shipley
Larry & Sharon Meyer
M. Kent Bishop (Continued)
Music Fund
Anita Hutton
Bill & Joyce Crippen
Ellen Troutt-Ervin
Leon & Vickie Bagley
Greg & Linda Meredith
Candy Duncan Evans
Ron & Lorraine Stadt
Dick & Carole Daesch
David Newmyer & Sue Burroughs
Duane & Sue Stucky
Joseph Powers & Duane Cole
Robert & Jan Weiss
Ron & Cheryl Browning
Mary Stanton
Anne Roessler
Bill & Carolyn Bird
Garry & Janet Wear
Shelby Seegers-Schafer
Doug & Barb Bedient
Don & Edie Ahrendt
John & Aveniel Cherry
Bobbi & Jerry Levelsmier
Jessie Fyffe
Mike Hanes
Virginia Neill
Diane Dorsey Children’s Library
Harry Schulz, Jr.
Pink Panther’s Volleyball Team
Robert & Meg Buser
Virginia Neill
Building Fund
Andy & Janet Earnest
Karl Bartelsmeyerr
Steve and Pam Yarbrough
Sharon Ranmar
Bob Harper
Bill & Bettye Doerr
Virginia Neill (Continued)
Building Fund
Gordon & Carol White
Joe & Bobbe Lenzini
Wilma Davis
Mike & Joyce Vancil
Don & Mary Stucky
Marianne Lather
Joe & Vi Hankla
Virginia Neill
General Memorials
Sidney & Alice Smith
Cecile Crawshaw
Mary L. Goodman
John & Aveniel Cherry
Bill & Joyce Crippen
Michael & Emma Jean Durr
Charles & Diane Bell
Kathryn Simonds
Linda Wertheim
Anita Hutton
Kathryn Schwartz
Kay Brechtelsbauer
S.T. & C.K. Utz
Jared & Maryann Dorn
Patsy Parker
Robert & Marybelle Trieb
Dorothy Vogler
Jeffrey & Barbara Doherty
Mary F. Jackson
Nancy C. Williams
Linus & Pamela Mahon
Virgil A. Beadle, Jr., D.D.S., P.C.
Bill & Shirley Bergner
Don & Irene Carlton
Crystal & Dominic Calufetti
Ron & Sharon Benton
Dan & Barb Kimmel
Tony Intravaia
Carolyn Saunders
Virginia Neill (Continued)
General Memorials
James & Katherine Smith
Kevin & Stacy Holloway
Linda M. Jones
Lisa Dover
Doug & Barbara Bedient
Roger Norman
Kathleen Kowal
Carol Harper
Dennis & Mary Litzsinger
Frank Bleyer
Donald & Betty Darling
Phyllis Patterson
General Memorials
Emma Smith
Becky Baker
Vera Pittman
Building Fund
LeRoy Pittman
Rita Powers
Music Fund
Sue Hall