A PUBLICATION OF THE GOOD NEWS PRESS Back to the Basics

A PUBLICATION OF THE GOOD NEWS PRESS
VOLUME XXVIII NO. 9
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September 2016
Back to the Basics
Another school year has rolled around and the kids are finally back in class. After a summer
of ball games, vacations and other activities now is the time to get back to the basics. Interestingly
enough, it seems that many congregations have likewise gotten into the habit of following the
school calendar. Not one to disappoint, I would like to take a bit of time to extend a 'back to
school' invitation concerning a couple of educational opportunities beginning in September.
The first opportunity may be familiar to some. Starting Tuesday, September 6th at 1:30 pm
we will resume our weekly bible study. This time was formerly used for book study, but members
of the class expressed an interest in studying books in the bible. We do this in a read-a-long
fashion, with the pastor and class members have an opportunity to ask questions and give
insights. We completed a study of the book of James in July and will pick up with our bible study
beginning with I Peter. All you need to do is bring along a bible and join in the discussion!
The second opportunity will be a new opportunity for those who are not available during
the day. On Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m., I will offer a short study on the lectionary scripture
for the coming Sunday. After our study of the bible passage, we will tend to any prayer requests
we have received during the past week through Joy & Concerns as well as the Prayer Chain. There
will also be a time to share requests for yourself or others. This Pastor's Study is open to any and
all who wish for bible study, prayer group or simply Christian fellowship. Again, all you need to do
is show up with a willingness to hear the Spirit!
As we send our children off to 'hit the books', it is only fitting that we take the time to
rededicate ourselves to the study of God's Word. This is, after all, one of the best ways to get to
know God and to know one another! Won't you consider joining one or both of these groups as
we come together to seek God's Truth?
Pastor Nathan
Ministries of Service
September
Ushers
4 Teresa McCuen
11 Scott & Barb Mentzer
18 Randy & Bonnie Nesler
25 Michelle Oakley
The Community United Presbyterian Church
is dedicated to serving God
through Jesus Christ
and our community through
worship, fellowship, education and outreach.
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PUBLISHED BY
Community United Presbyterian Church
315 N. Vine St., P. O. Box 903, Hartford, IA 50118
(515-989-3426)
Email: [email protected] Web: www.hartfordupc.org
CUPC Wi-Fi Password: cupcguest
Prayer Email: [email protected]
Pastor: Rev. Nathan Lamb______________________250-5814
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Scott Johnson
Michele Clarkson
MISSION COMMITTEE
CLERK of SESSION
11 Don & Donna Hall
18 Bracy Hammond
25 Gerald & Sandy Hammond
Fellowship
4 Sharon Allen & Betty Johnston
11 Kathy Rodman & WAC Committee
18 Rebecca Campbell & Erika Laird
Special Music
4 Verle Spence
360-9901
783-5007
11 Lisa Stocker-Ross
18 Dave Walker
25 Rebecca Campbell
PROPERTY & FINANCE COMMITTEE
Cinda Polito
Larry Meyers
4 Deb Griffin & Kim Stewart
25 Michele Clarkson & Donna Hall
205-4397
989-4276
Deb Griffin
Donna Hall
Greeters
971-2657
661-3975
Ann Polito - 681-9519
Attendance
July 31
60
August 7
47
August 14
34
August 21
40
If you need to make changes, please find someone
to trade with. Changes may be shared for the
bulletin by calling the church at 989-3426.
Thank you!
You are welcome and
invited……
September 5, 2016
Sunday, September 11, 2016
October Newsletter Deadline:
September 15, 2016
Your help in observing this deadline will be greatly
appreciated!!
In the United States, Patriot Day occurs
on September 11th of each year,
designated in memory of the 2,977
killed in the September 11, 2001
terrorist attacks. Please take a
moment to remember all those whose
lives were touched by the events of
that day.
Please also remember the heroes that
have stepped up to protect and defend
our country and its people.
Church Clean-Up Day
Saturday, September 17, 2016
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Lunch will be provided!
DORCAS CIRCLE
will meet on
Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.
Centennial Rededication
Service & Potluck
Sunday, October 2, 2016
On Sunday, October 2, 2016, Community
United Presbyterian Church will celebrate the
100th anniversary of the dedication of our
church building. A special worship service will
be held that day beginning at 9:00 a.m.
A potluck lunch will be held following the
service.
Please mark your calendar for this celebration
service and plan to attend!
Bible Study (I Peter)
Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m.
Lectionary Study & Prayer
Group
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
These studies are led by Pastor Nathan. If
you have questions, please fee welcome to
contact him.
ADOPT the BULLETIN BOARD
Thank you to the following people who have
signed up to decorate the bulletin board in the
front entryway of the church!
September
October
November
Gloria Eckert
Kathy McCaughey
Gloria Eckert
If you would like to be a part of this special
ministry, please contact Ann Polito at 681-9519
to sign up for a month or two!
When:
Time:
Where:
1st & 3rd Fridays of each month
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
CUPC Fellowship Hall
Visit with friends…
Bring a snack to share…
Enjoy a game of cribbage…
If you are 55 years or over,
you are invited to join the fun!
If you have any questions,
call Bill or Caroline McNamar 989-0149.
Mason Henrichs
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, Iowa
Please remember the following college
students in your thoughts and prayers as
they pursue their life’s dreams and goals!
Hayley Broich
Concordia College
Moorhead, Minnesota
Andrew Burnett
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, Iowa
Ben Burnett
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, Iowa
Katelyn Burnett
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, Iowa
Breanna Corley
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, Iowa
Darica Drake
Simpson College
Indianola, Iowa
Jordyn Eckert
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, Iowa
Savanna Greenfield
University of Iowa—Iowa Center for Higher Education
Des Moines, Iowa
Gary Isley
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, Iowa
(Beginning Spring Semester, 2017)
Seth Hammond
Drake University
Des Moines, Iowa
Taylor Hammond
Drake University College of Pharmacy
Des Moines, Iowa
Matthew Hassel
Grand View University
Des Moines, Iowa
Mikey Henrichs
Cleveland Chiropractic College
Overland Park, Kansas
Annika Johnson
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa
Channing Johnson
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa
Taylor Johnston
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa
Hannah Jutting
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa
Brianna Lamb
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, Colorado
Tanner Millard
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa
Tyler Millard
Simpson College
Indianola, Iowa
Bryce Moulton
DMACC-Boone Campus
Boone, Iowa
Alexis Oakley
University of Iowa
Iowa City, Iowa
Hunter Peterson
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, Iowa
(Beginning Spring Semester, 2017)
Shelly Reeser
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, Iowa
Shelby Vriezelaar
William Penn University
Oskaloosa, Iowa
If there are others to be added,
please contact Ann Polito at 681-9519.
Saluting those who are
Serving with Pride
Thomas Blackmon
Bradley Burrell
Hunter Carter
Brian Casson
Travis Cernetisch
Sam Clark
Elijah Conrey
Chuck Covell
Jake Dingman
Mitchel Dingeman
Cody DeMoss
Bobby DuBois
Christian Duncan
Seth Durham
Joseph Ermler
José Carlos Garcia, Sr.
Mark Eddy
Jonathan Hicks
Darcy “Doc” Hommer
Nick Johnson
Tanner Jors
Kerry Kuhn
Neil Langgaard
Adam Lawrence
Rich Lawrence, Jr.
Michael Love
John Malone
Brandon McCaughey
Jeromy McGee
Mike McGough
Taylor McVay
Scarlett Merrifield
Trenton Merrifield
Turner Merrifield
Eric Morrow
Jared Newman
Charles “Chase” Oakley
Raymond Reed
Mark Roach
Allyson Scott
Joel Sheats
Tyler Simmons
Adam Snook
Jacob Sperr
James Sperr
Tommy Thompson
Nick Vanderpool
Rush Wyckoff
Chris Wysong
Please lift these military men and women and their families
in your thoughts and prayers.
Let there be Peace on Earth
And let it begin with me.
Please remember those currently
deployed or stationed overseas:
Sam Clark
Chuck Covell
Mike McGough
Joel Sheats
Please also remember to pray for their
families for the sacrifice they make while their
loved one is serving our country.
Nursery care is available for children 0-4 years of
age.
(Older children are encouraged to attend
Children’s Church during worship and enjoy the Kid’s
Korner during fellowship.)
At least two volunteers who have gone through the
SafeChurch Training will be available to be in the
nursery during worship each Sunday.
Parents may bring their children to the nursery 5 –
10 minutes before worship begins. (8:50 a.m. or
after) and pick them up immediately following
worship.
Please provide for your child’s needs while they are
being cared for in the nursery. A bag with diapers,
wipes, and a change of clothes will be greatly
appreciated. Please also bring whatever snacks and
drinks you will allow your children to have!
If you have any questions or wish to register your
children for nursery care, please contact Bonnie Nesler at
971-6151.
Noisy Collection
Sunday, September 11, 2016
August Collection: $ 46.87
2016 Collections: $923.02
Goal: $1500.00
Let’s have some fun, make some noise, and
support the mission of the church!
The Noisy Collection is received on the 2nd Sunday of
each month—to benefit our General Mission Pledge
for 2016.
PURPLESTRIDE
Our niece, Stephany, has once again organized us to
walk in memory of my sister, Kathy Schooler, on
Saturday,
September
24th
in the annual
PURPLESTRIDE 5k Walk/Run to raise funds &
awareness for pancreatic cancer. Last year was the
first time Sharon and I participated in this event and
it was a fun way to connect with family and friends,
while being part of an important cause. Our team,
“Kathy’s Honor”, recruited 23 members & due to the
generosity of many, we managed to raise $1225.00 last
September.
Please consider joining us on Saturday, September
24, 2016, at Raccoon River Park in West Des Moines
or consider contributing monetarily by visiting the
website
below
http://support.pancan.org/site/TR/PurpleStride
(click on team & enter Kathy’s Honor)
Thank you!
Al Allen
Operation
Backpack
Thank You
234 items and $160.00 were
received for Operation Backpack!
Thank you for your generosity!
Food Pantry Sunday
September 25, 2016
Suggested Items for September:
Pancake Syrup
Paper Towels
Peanut Butter
Pepper
92 items were donated in July! Thank you!
Outreach numbers for July:
 54 cards sent
 68 calls made
 2 meals prepared & shared
 14 visits made
Thanks to each of you for your part in
taking care of one another.
WE DID IT!!!
THANK YOU to all who have helped
JAM Session reach the $2500.00 goal so that we can
host our own event during the fall of 2016. We will be
able to provide 10,000 meals with the funds that have
been donated!
Please watch the newsletter for plans of when and
where CUPC will be assembling meals.
Hope
everyone will plan to help finish this special mission
project!
Our Sister Parish
2016 Medical Delegation
A medical delegation from the Presbytery of Des
Moines will be going to Berlin, El Salvador the
week of October 25 – November 1, 2016.
The medical personnel and support staff will pay
their own way. Financial Support is needed to
provide consumable medicines. Please prayerfully
consider a gift to assist with the Medical
Delegation going to El Salvador this fall.
Gifts may be noted “Medical Delegation.” Your gift
of any amount may literally save a life!
Thank you!
Outreach Program is a non-profit 501(c)(3)
corporation that organizes food packaging events
around the country. With more than 300 million meals
packaged to date, the organization’s mission is to
provide safe water, food, medical care, and
education to those in need, at home and abroad.
To learn more about Outreach, Inc. go to
www.outreachprogram.org
CUPC
YOUTH
NEWS
CUPC Youth program planning is
underway…please stay tuned for
more information coming soon!
Each month our prayer list will reflect the prayer requests
shared during the previous 4 weeks. If there are those who
need to remain on the list for multiple months, please contact
Ann Polito at 681-9519.
In our
prayers…
Please remember the following in your thoughts and
prayers:
 AIB Staff as they seek new paths following closure
on June 30.
 Sandy Alone as she recovers following surger to
remove tumor from abdomen.
 Diane Bascom as she is treated for colon cancer.
 Olivia Bauman as she recovers from surgery
following a good report.
 Tom Blackmon as he discerns God’s direction for
the future.
 Addie Brenden as she is treated for neuroblastoma.
 Samantha Brittain as she receives cancer treatment.
 Kerry Campbell as he is treated for liver & colon
cancer.
 Marilyn Casson as she receives cancer treatment.
 Aaron Christofferson as he is treated for lung and
colon cancer.
 Molly Cox as she is on a year-long mission trip.
 Kim Crook as she deals with lung condition.
 Jackie Curry as she is treated for lung cancer.
 Jeremy Daly as he recovers from brain surgery.
 Janine Dobson as she is in latter stages of breast
cancer.
 Christina Donahoo as she is treated for a brain
tumor.
 Easter Lake Administrative Commission
 Steve Eckert, Jr. as he seeks treatment for disk
problems in his back.
 George Erickson as he deals with health issues and
receives rehabilitation treatment.
 Romain & Catherine Etcheverry as they deal with
her Alzheimer’s and she receives Hospice care and
recovers from a fall.
 Terri Foulke as she deals with health issues.
 Ashley George as she is treated for colon cancer
following delivery of baby.
 Glen Gooch as he deals with health challenges.
 Jon Goode as he is treated for throat cancer.
 Deb Griffin as she recovers from neck surgery.
 GuideOne Insurance Employees as a department is
eliminated.
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Donna Hall as she deals with hip problems.
Mary Ann Hall as she deals with health concerns.
Nick Hartmann as he receives cancer treatment.
Cathy Henkel as she deals with COPD.
Dick Herrick as he recuperates from bladder cancer
surgery.
Judy Hetrick as she is treated for pancreatic cancer.
Harold Isley as he deals with health challenges.
Sally Job as she receives cancer treatment.
Nicole Jones as she receives cancer treatment.
Chris Jorgensen as he receives cancer treatment.
Josh as he is located but is homeless.
Jude (2 years old) as he waits for a lung transplant.
Dan Jutting as he recovers from kidney transplant.
Megan Kalkwarf as she recovers from a concussion.
Caitlyn King as she receives cancer treatment.
Laird Family as Eric resides at Orchard Place.
Mary Laman as she deals with emotional concerns.
Del Lane as he is treated for blood cancer.
Susan Limbag as she and Doug wait for Visa to
come to US.
John Lines as he is treated for non-Hodgkin’s
lymphoma.
Jeff Link as he chooses no treatment for melanoma.
Nicky Malone as she receives cancer treatment.
Rev. George Mason as he deals with health
concerns.
Diane Maughan as she receives cancer treatment.
Carla McCaughan as she is treated for lung cancer.
John McCaughan as he receives Hospice care.
Larry McCaughey as he recovers from a TIA.
Heather McIntyre-Haas as she undergoes testing
and treatment for vertigo and pain issues.
Sue Miller as she recovers from trigger thumb
surgery.
Bill McNeeley as he receives cancer treatment.
Michelle Meyers as she receives breast cancer
treatment.
Robbin Middleton as she is treated for breast cancer.
Michealla Moore as she receives treatment for breast
cancer.
Betty Norman as she is treated for bladder cancer.
Angela Owen as she is treated for breast cancer.
Doug Pendry as he changes cancer treatment study
group and is in conversation with Duke University.
Jack Powers as he recovers from knee replacement.
Presbytery of Des Moines
Police Service Members
Jean Polland as she is treated for ductile carcinoma
and additional concern.
Walker David Ramirez as he grows and develops
after premature birth.
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Claren Rawson as he is treated for circulation issues
in his legs.
Bob Ray, Jr. as he is treated for bone cancer.
James Richards as he deals with issues following
sinus surgery.
Martha Richards as she deals with health concerns.
Mike Rodman as he recuperates from pneumonia.
Lisa Ross as she is checked for carpal tunnel.
Angie Sanders as she receives cancer treatment.
Jim Schimelfenig as he is treated for liver cancer and
celebrates the cancer is shrinking.
Session as they provide leadership for CUPC.
Wendell Shellabarger as he deals with a blood
cancer.
Amanda Smith as she is treated for carcinoma.
Diane Smith as she receives pain management
treatment.
Frances Smith as she deals with health challenges.
Jeani Smith as she recuperates from two knee
replacement surgeries.
Jenny Smith as she is monitored after finding a cyst.
Robin Spence as she recuperates from 1 cornea
transplant and prepares for a second cornea
procedure.
Keith Stewart as he deals with health challenges.
Kim Stewart as she continues to recuperate from eye
issue and blood clot in her neck.
Birdie Stocker as she deals with health challenges.
Carolyn Stradley as she is treated for skin cancer.
Sudanese Community in South Sudan and Des
Moines during time of uncertainty.
Jody Sylvester as she is treated for pancreatic
cancer.
Ella Teno as she experiences cancer relapse and
treatment is determined.
Maxine VanHamme as she is in failing health.
Sherryl Wallace as she is treated at Mayo Clinic for
a bulging aorta with surgery scheduled for Sept. 1
Jeff Westendorf as he recovers from cancer surgery.
Keegan White as he is treated for Hodgkin’s disease.
Dave Wilkens as he is treated for cancer.
Ty Williams as he is treated for a brain tumor.
Cathi Windus as she is treated for breast cancer.
Victims of flooding in Louisiana
A Prayer of Sympathy and Faith
for the family and friends of:
Dorothy Brown
Annette Cremer
Charles Hall
Max Jackson
Javier
Michael Turner, Sr.
Susan Wart
In the love of God,
may you find strength and peace.
In the prayers of friends,
may you find comfort and love.
Summer is almost over,
but the grass is
growing…
This mowing season the church
has contracted to have the church yard
treated regularly and mowed on a weekly basis.
If you are interested in specifically helping
support this expense, you may make a financial gift
to help by making note with your monetary gift.
Your support will be GREATLY appreciated!
CUPC Property & Finance Committee
Splinters from the Board
Pray without ceasing!
The August Session meeting was cancelled.
Please watch for information following the
next meeting on September 18.
September 2016
Elder of the Month: Deb Griffin
September 2016
◄ August 2016
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
October 2016 ►
Thu
1
Fri
2
Sat
3
1:30p Senior Citizens
5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Reserved by
Cinda Polito
4
5
6
7
8
1:30p Bible Study
9
10
15
16
17
Newsletter Deadline
1:30p Senior Citizens
9:00a – 12:00p
Church Cleanup
Day
23
24
5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Reserved by
Cinda Polito
6:30p Lectionary Study
& Prayer Group 6:30p WAC Meeting
11 Communion
12
13
14
1:30p Bible Study
5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Reserved by
Cinda Polito
6:30p Lectionary Study 6:30p Personnel Mtg
Noisy Collection
& Prayer Group
18
19
10:45a Session
20
21
1:30p Bible Study
1:30p Dorcas Circle
22
12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Reserved by
Nathan/Jenn Lamb
6:30p Lectionary Study 5:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Reserved by
& Prayer Group Cinda Polito
25
FOOD PANTRY
SUNDAY
26
27
28
29
30
1:30p Bible Study
6:30p Lectionary Study
& Prayer Group
Sunday Worship Schedule: Worship at 9:00a ~~ Fellowship at 10:00a
Notes:
COMMUNITY UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
P.O. Box 903
Hartford, IA 50118
September 11, 2016
JANUARY
BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES
SEPTEMBER
2 Carolina Eckert
21 Janet Casson; Steve Millard
3 Marah Neer; Josh & Suellen Marsh, Anniversary
22 Stanley Overstake; Jackie Smith
23 Toni Lopez; Trenton McCaughey
4 Jamie Alsarraf; Stephen Beckley
5 Andy Besco; Kelsey Oakley
Rev. Nathan & Jenn Lamb, Anniversary
7 Darin Drake; Kandi Petry
8 Kathy Pohlman
9 Lisa Hall
10 Hayley Broich; Theron Conrey; Natalia Marco
Robert & Kathy Pohlman, Anniversary
11 Melissa Etcheverry; Samuel McKnight; Sean McKnight;
Deann Oakley; Marilyn Polito; Cheryl Rawson
12 Denny Oakley; Tim & Sharry Thompson, Anniversary
14 Faith Smith; Verle & Marge Spence, Anniversary
Daric & Danyel Drake, Anniversary
24 Aubrey Atkin; Mandy Breuklander, Frances Smith
Ryan & Lynette Bailey, Anniversary
26 Randy Nesler; Robert Pohlman
Claren & Ruth Rawson, Anniversary
27 Mary Ann Hall; John & Aubrey Atkin, Anniversary
David & Tiffany Ramirez, Anniversary
28 Larry McCaughey; Jason & Rebecca Campbell, Anniversary
29 Roger Beaver; Brylea Boatright; Sherry Tegtmeier
30 Stuart Coon; Joyce Jensen; Lily Wells
16 Isabelle Lamb; David & Allean DuShane, Anniversary
17 Bob Shetterly; Jolene Wuebker
Zack & Tina Prickett, Anniversary
18 Caden Drake
19 Brian Coon; Glen Else; Conner Hansen
20 Isaiah Henrichs; David Marble
Ron & Diane Smith, Anniversary
Please contact Ann Polito at 681-9519 with birthdays or
anniversaries to add or correct.
Thank you.