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The Herald W U

The Herald
WESTMINSTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
SANCTUARY: 165 East Main Street
OFFICES:
162 East Main Street
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410-876-2124 / 410-848-8325
Be Disciples and Make Disciples
of Jesus Christ
Westminster, MD 21157
www.wumcmd.org
Scan this QR Code
to access our website
and learn more about WUMC
OCTOBER 2014
http://writersthoughts-brianna.blogspot.com/2010/09/
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United Methodist Women .................. 2
Rummage Sale ......................................... 3
News & Notes from WUMC .............4-7
50-50 Weekend, Safe Motherhood Kits,
Friends of John Wesley, DR Trip, Men’s
Breakfast, Landscape Ladies, Drumming,
Obituary, UMW Assoc Circle Mtg Ladies
Lunch, Bus Ministry, Communication
Operation Christmas Child ............ 8-10
Opportunities at WUMC .................... 11
Youth Ministry ........................................ 12
Crossroads Christian Preschool ....... 13
Thank You’s ...................................... 14-15
Puzzle ........................................................ 16
Calendar ............................................ 17-18
Patronize our Advertisers .................. 19
REACH COORDINATORS
OCTOBER
Linda Catania
410-876-6862
Marilyn Eyler
410-848-3833
Submit all articles for our
November Herald by October 5
Send to: [email protected]
Beloved Ones,
Does God really care? Is God real?
There are very few confirmed atheists around, but there are a lot
more practical atheists. Confirmed atheists are those who believe
that there is no God, no providence, no hope beyond this life.
Practical atheists are those who say they believe in God, but do not
live like it. Are you and I guilty of being practical atheists?
I confess that there are times when I do not live like I believe in
God. There are times when I am not compassionate, generous,
forgiving, accepting, fair, or any of the other qualities that are
found in those who believe, truly believe, in God. I go about my
business thinking that I can handle it all and forgetting to say thank
you to the One who gave me my life in the first place. I do not do
what Jesus would do. I do not walk where Jesus would walk. At
these times in my life, my intellectual beliefs about God do not
matter much. As far as the world sees, I do not believe in God.
Thankfully, even in these moments of practical unbelief, I, and
we, have the assurance that God still believes in us. God wants the
best for us, and nothing we do or say can stand in the way of
God’s forgiving love. May we respond to God’s belief in us with
gratitude and humility, and may we show our belief in God with
acts of genuine compassion and justice.
People of God, do we really, truly, believe in God? Do we show
our belief in God by our regular prayers, our study of Scripture,
our frequent presence in worship, our generous gifts, our
compassionate witness, and our abundant service to each other
and to all who are in need? These are some of the ways in which
we declare to the world that we do, truly, believe.
I believe in you. I believe that each of you is a child of God, loved
by God, forgiven by God, saved by God, and sent by God. I am
grateful to be able to serve with you. In addition – I believe in
God! I pray that I might live my life so that you will be able to tell.
Love in Christ,
Pastor Mark Smiley
WESTMINSTER UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
COMMITTEES
CHURCH COUNCIL
CHAIR: Greg Louque
(410)386-6424
[email protected]
FINANCE
CHAIR: Jennifer Munch
Current Members
Joan Spear, Dan Dell, Jim Isner,
Jack Lyburn, Gayle Dix,
Dotty Stottlemyer,
Jayson Luckenbaugh, Dale Piper
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
CHAIR: Frank Potee
(410)795-3610, [email protected]
CO-CHAIR: Pat McCourt
SECRETARY: Bonnie Bevard
Current Members
Steve Shipley, Peg Pond,
Mark MacLean-Blevins,
Lily Clendaniel, Ed Davis,
Spike Morningstar
SPRC
CHAIR: Ronnie Bohn
(410)[email protected]
Current Members
Scott Clendaniel, Sally Stair,
Woodie Wood, Lisa Aughenbaugh,
Kathy Tackett, Jeff Kimble,
Sandy Horichs, David Bearr
MISSIONS
CO-CHAIR: Carole Roberts
410-790-7104 [email protected]
CO-CHAIR: Jonathan Bowman
(410)857-0877 [email protected]
Current Members
Ann Hull, Martha Ellison, Lura
Griswold, Mary Louise Poole
LAY LEADER
Kenna Haj
UNITED METHODIST WOMEN
UMW CIRCLE MEETINGS
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he Miriam Circle meets October 6, at Homewood [this is a
CHANGE TO SCHEDULE]. Please call Lynda Lockard at
410-848-4999, or Jackie Hering at 410-848-9036 for more
information.
he Susanna Circle meets October 10, 9:15am, in the Martha
Manahan Room. For more information, please call Jan
Halman-Miller at 410-756-6130, or Linda Wood at
410-857-4717. (rescheduled from Oct 3 due to Rummage Sale)
he Sarah Circle meets October 6, 1:00pm, at Carroll
Lutheran Village. Next month’s meeting returns to the first
Monday of the month. For more info please call Dot White
at 410-346-7646, or Dixie Elmes at 410-857-5068.
he Associates Circle meets October 16, 7:00pm (see more
info on page 6). This circle is comprised of members who
support and participate in our activities, although their
schedules are not aligned with our monthly circle meetings.
For more information, please call Sharon Greenway at 410751-6579 or Helen Miller at 443-507-6172.
Update your
Misconduct Form
The United Methodist Church requires completion of this
form prior to volunteering with the church. Forms must be
updated every three (3) years.
Thanks to all who have updated their forms!
Unsure of your renewal date? Please send an email to
Sherri at [email protected], or call her in the WUMC
office.
Remember … your Misconduct Form must be completed
and approved prior to volunteering in the Nursery, Soup
Kitchen, and for any event involving our youth.
We also have a Youth Covenant Form for our youth
working with children.
Thanks for your attention to this important aspect of
keeping us in compliance with Safe Sanctuary regulations
and for making WUMC a Safe Sanctuary.
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Friday
October 3
9:00am—5:00pm
Saturday
October 4
9:00am—1:00pm
Please place on the stage in Jubilee Hall
WESTMINSTER UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
WHERE
WHEN
DONATIONS?
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165 E. Main Street
Westminster, MD
410-848-8325
410-876-2124
www.wumcmd.org
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Opportunities, locally and globally
hold
that Date
Safe Motherhood Kits
March 21-22, 2015
1st Annual 50-50 WEEKEND
50% Mission / 50% Fun — LENTEN FAIR
All school age and above invited!
Bring friends and extended families to work!
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, join interdenominational group
of volunteers (offsite) to pack food for shipping
containers for The Least of These Ministries.
SUNDAY, MARCH 22, join our Sunday School’s annual
Lenten Fair and see joy on children’s faces (all ages).
ONE MISSION FOR THOSE OVERSEAS who are in need—
done locally at Carroll Lutheran School, off Rte 140.
ONE TREMENDOUS PARTY FOR OUR OWN CHILDREN to
celebrate what Jesus did for us.
DON’T MISS OUT! SAVE THAT WEEKEND!
More details will be published in coming newsletters
and weekly announcements.
You can help in this important ministry begun
by “our own” Pat Amass in 2004.
Every minute, at least one woman dies from
complications related to pregnancy and birth;
more than 500,000 women every year.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2014
ARRIVAL TIME: 8:30AM
For one hour on Saturday, October 25, come
and help pack 1,000 Safe Motherhood Kits at
The Brethren Center in New Windsor.
[The warehouse is the first building on your left
as you enter New Windsor]
You are asked to donate bars of Ivory Soap
and new washcloths.
Honor Pat Amass by assisting in this
compassionate endeavor. Remember to
bring new washcloths and Ivory Soap!
Endorsed by Missions Committee and
those who want to make a difference in someone’s life for Jesus.
Ginny Weaver
Friends of John Wesley
the United Methodist …
Winter in Maryland is COLD.
Winter in Dominican Republic is WARM.
held offsite at
Carroll Lutheran Village
#205 Dining Room
Join The Least of These Ministries
on a Mission Trip
January 17-25, 2015
This new ministry of WUMC meets every 3rd Wednesday
and is led by Pastor Shari McCourt.
Live your dream of helping others and having
fun while you do it.
Join us October 15, 1pm, at Carroll Lutheran Village.
All are invited to gather for bible study and fellowship;
communion is offered on even months.
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Some scholarship money is available through
Westminster United Methodist Church.
For more info/application, call 410-848-2128
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MEN ~ MEN ~ MEN ~ MEN ~ MEN
Reserve Saturday morning,
OCTOBER 4, 2014
FOR THE
2014
CARROLL COUNTY
MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST
LOCATION:
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
21 Carroll Street
Event begins at 8:00 a.m.
SPEAKER:
CW3 Jeff Nicklaus
Black Hawk Helicopter Command Pilot
His was the mission that inspired the book
and movie “Black Hawk Down.”
Thanks to the
Tickets available ($15 each) at Westminster United
Methodist Church from Mark Clark (443-8814571), Clay Matthews (410-876-7082), Tom
Welliver (410-848-1445). Full time students,
pastors may acquire no charge tickets.
Come join your Christian brothers from over 30
churches in Carroll County for a morning of
prayer, worshipful praise music, delicious food,
thoughtful meditation, and a timely and inspiring
message. Music will be led by Rodney Gross and
Chuck Mitchell. See you there!
Community Drumming
Meditation
Weekly Drum Meditation Policy Change
“Landscape Ladies”
In an effort to maintain continuity and design, I
have been asked to coordinate landscape duties
in the gardens surrounding our church and
office buildings. Keeping the gardens looking
good is not difficult but it’s a very important
task. Since last Fall mulching, weeding,
pruning and planting have been done by some
very quiet, dedicated ladies. Kristy
Vandervalk, Sally Stair and Lily Clendaniel
have all had a part in the maintenance of the
garden beds. In addition, this Spring the
Scouts, who meet in our church, planted
colorful annuals to brighten the beds along the
street.
If you are interested in helping with the garden
beds, please let me or Frank Potee know. My
phone number is 410-365-2612 and email is
[email protected].
If you plan to attend the Thursday evening
drumming meditation, please RSVP by 12 noon on
Thursday to Cathy Flinn (410-596-3022). If we
receive no RSVP’s for attendance, the meditation
will be cancelled. If you have invited a friend who is
not a member of our church, please let Cathy know
that so she can be sure to be there for them!
Again – thanks Kristy, Sally and Lily!!
Sharon Row
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Alexander "Alex" Noel Olson, 22, of Westminster, died Monday, August 18, 2014 at Johns
Hopkins Hospital.
Born July 22, 1992, he was the son of Wayne Noel Olson and Michelle Elaine Oszakiewski
Olson of Westminster.
He graduated from Westminster High School in 2010 where he was a member of the gaming club; he was attending
Carroll Community College majoring in Information Technology and was a member of the gaming club.
Alex worked at Burger King. He was a member of the Westminster United Methodist Church and was an assistant
Sunday School teacher for the 4th and 5th grades. He volunteered on mission trips with Appalachian Service Project
and Least of these Ministries. He enjoyed working on computers.
Besides his parents, Alex is survived by his sister Rachel Olson of Westminster, nephew Tyler Olson of Westminster,
maternal grandparents Marjorie Elaine and Arnold "Lee" Oszakiewski of Sykesville, paternal grandparents Howard
S. and Conni Olson of Sun City, FL. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, and cousins.
All Associate Circle Members
& all WUMC Ladies
are invited to attend the
Fall Associate Circle Meeting
THURSDAY, October 16, 2014
7:00-8:00PM
IN THE
MARTHA MANAHAN
ROOM
Guest Speaker from Shepherd’s Staff
We hope to see you, there!
For further info and to confirm your attendance, please contact:
Sharon Greenway, [email protected] -orHelen Miller, [email protected]
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BUS
Ministry
Ladies
Luncheon
Friday,
October 17
Enjoy an autumn drive to
Hampstead and join us
at Greenmount Station!
FRIDAY
OCTOBER 17
11:30AM
WUMC Sunday Bus
http://www.roomberg.com/wra/public_html/swimwoodcrest/seniors.program.html
Are you unable to drive? ‘have limited
mobility? ...and want to worship at WUMC?
There’s an app for that! - really, it’s a voicemail!
—No reservations needed—
Hope to see you there!
Call the WUMC SUNDAY WORSHIP BUS SERVICE VOICEMAIL,
410-848-8325, x21, for bus transport to our 10am service.
Greenmount Station is located at:
1631 N Main St #4, Hampstead, MD 21074
Our church office is located at:
Deadline for Weekly Announcements
items is the close of business each
Tuesday. Thanks
162 E. MAIN STREET
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
410-848-8325 Phone
410-876-2124 Phone
410-876-9999 Fax
[email protected]
www.wumcmd.org
Our church Office is located directly across the
street from the church Sanctuary (165 E. Main)
Deadline for articles published in our
Monthly Newsletter, The HERALD is
the 5th of each month preceding
publication. Thanks
Office hours are 9:00am—3:30pm
Monday—Friday (closed for lunch)
You are always welcome  We invite you to
call first, before stopping by, to be certain
someone will be available to greet you.
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OPERATION Christmas Child Shoeboxes
National Collection Week
Philippines
Super Typhoon Haiyan pummeled the Philippines for
hours with its relentless 195-mile-per-hour winds and
driving rain. Waves nearly 20 feet high crashed over the
coastline, leaving 4 million people homeless.
Nine-year-old Amy Faith Raayco, who lives on
Bantayan Island, remembers hiding under a bed
and clutching her mother, brothers, and sisters
when Haiyan hit. Windows shattered, their roof
peeled off, and eventually the walls buckled in
around them. “I was so scared,” Amy said. “All I
could do was close my eyes.”
November 17-24
Ecuador
Jose’ was only 4 years old when his father abandoned
him and his mother in Quito, Ecuador. Hurt and confused,
Jose’ grew into an angry and rebellious teenager, always
arguing with his mother.
One day, a friend invited Jose’ to join him at church for an
Operation Christmas Child shoebox distribution. Jose’
laughed at the idea at first, but his friend insisted, so Jose’
tagged along.
Amy and her family lost everything that night.
Even the simple Christmas decorations they owned
were washed away.
Jose’ received more than a shoebox at the church. He
heard the Gospel and learned that he had a heavenly
Father who loved him. He also prayed for forgiveness and
received Jesus into his heart.
Amy’s mother and father used their entire life
savings to rebuild a one-room house on the old
foundation. The children were told not to expect
any presents at Christmas.
The next week, Jose’ and a group of boys and girls
returned to the church to begin The Greatest Journey, a
12-lesson discipleship program for children, created by
Operation Christmas Child.
Hope was renewed when Amy was invited to
receive an Operation Christmas Child gift box at
Bethel Christian Leadership Center. After sending
two cargo planes to the Philippines loaded with
relief supplies, Samaritan’s Purse chartered a third
747 to airlift 65,000 shoebox gifts for children in
churches across the devastated islands of Leyte,
Bantayan, and surrounding communities.
Jose’ grew in his faith as he followed The Greatest
Journey and couldn’t wait to receive a New Testament
and a certificate at the graduation ceremony.
Jose’ was happy that his mother, who was not a Christian,
came to the graduation, but he was ashamed at the way
he had treated her. “I decided to change my attitude so
she would know Jesus, too,” he said. “I asked her for
forgiveness and we cried together.”
Amy beamed with excitement when she was
handed her shoebox. The crayons and scarf she
received served as a comforting reminder that God
loved her and never forgot her, even after
Typhoon Haiyan washed away her home.
Then another miracle happened. “The most special thing
was that my mother decided to accept Jesus in her heart,
too!” he said. “Now we go to church together and I know
that even though my father abandoned us, God will never
do the same.”
“I’m so happy to get this shoebox and to use all the
things in it,” Amy said. “Even this scarf I can use to
shade myself since all the trees are gone.”
These are some of the Spiritual Impact stories that have taken place around the world
because of the shoebox gifts that have been distributed.
God is working in and through this ministry in a powerful way!
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ovember 17-24, 2014, is National Collection
Week for the Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes.
This is a project of Samaritan’s Purse with Franklin Graham as the President.
Large baskets are currently located in the Mission Hallway to collect items to
be included in the shoeboxes. Operation Christmas Child colorful gift boxes
that are ready for packing will be distributed to the congregation to be filled
and returned to the church. These gift boxes may be used as well as
shoeboxes wrapped with colorful Christmas paper (lid wrapped separately).
You may use some of the items from the baskets or do your own shopping.
Why not have family time together when you will shop and pack your
shoebox?!
In addition, on Sunday, November 9, after the second church service come
and join with other church members for an OCC Shoebox Packing Party.
Items collected in the baskets will be packed in the gift boxes provided. A light lunch (drinks, soup, cheese and crackers)
will also be provided.
At the end of National Collection Week the filled shoeboxes will be delivered to a local collection center. The boxes will
then be transported to one of the nine Processing Centers. One of the new Processing Centers is in the Washington/
Baltimore area. There, volunteers from all over the nation come to serve on an assembly line sorting through shoeboxes
filled with school supplies, toys and personal items. Every single gift that is collected must be carefully inspected and
prepared for overseas shipment during November and December. The packages are sent all over the globe to children
in need by ship, airplane, helicopter, and pack mules.
Since 1993, Samaritan’s Purse has been bringing the joy of Christmas and the Good News of Jesus Christ by
distributing shoebox gifts to more than 113 million children in over 140 nations. Last year nearly 10 million shoeboxes
filled with love and simple gifts brought joy to boys and girls around the world.
More than 1.1 million children in nearly 100 nations have made decisions for Christ after participating in the evangelism
and discipleship program of Operation Christmas Child. Millions more can come to know Jesus and grow in their faith
(like Jose’) through The Greatest Journey, 12-lesson Bible study.
You, too, can make a difference in a young person's life by sharing the Good News of God's love - pack a shoebox. As
you pack your shoebox pray for the boy or girl who will receive it.
HOW TO PACK A SHOEBOX FOR A TRIP AROUND THE WORLD
1. Use an empty cardboard or plastic shoebox (average size). If you use plastic containers, they can become treasured
household items and can be used for holding food and clean water among many other daily uses.
You may wrap the box and (wrap lid separately), but wrapping is not required.
2. Determine whether your gift will be for a boy or a girl, and the child's age category: 2-4, 5-9 or
10-14. Pick up labels at church and mark the correct age category on the label, and tape the label
to the top of the box.
3. Fill the box with a variety of gifts that will bring delight to a child. (See Below.)
4. Please include $7.00 per box donation to cover international shipping and related costs. This will help speed the
shoebox gifts on their journey around the world and into the hands of children in need. You can write a check to
Samaritan's Purse (note "OCC" on memo line) and place it in an envelope on top of the gift items inside your box. If
you or your family members are preparing more than one shoebox, please make one combined donation.
OR
Make your donation online (go to www.samaritanspurse.org) by using a credit or debit card and discover the country
destination of your shoebox. You will receive an email of a special Follow-Your-Box label to print and use. The
barcode on the label will enable OCC to track each shoebox. Later, you will receive a notification about the
destination of your shoebox gift.
5. Pray. Ask God to use your gifts to show His love to the child who will receive your shoebox.
6. Place a rubber band around each closed shoebox and drop off at church.
turn the page for GIFT IDEAS
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GIFT IDEAS
TO PACK A SHOEBOX FOR A TRIP AROUND THE WORLD
ALL AGES:
TOYS
Start with a central item that a child will cherish, like a beautiful doll, a deflated
soccer ball with pump, or a plush stuffed animal. Then add quality items like small
cars, musical instruments (kazoos, harmonicas), puzzles, jump ropes, balls, yoyos, small Etch-A-Sketch, toys that light up or make a noise (with extra batteries),
Slinky, etc.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamp and ink pad sets, writing pads or paper, solar calculators,
coloring and picture books, etc.
NON-LIQUID HYGIENE ITEMS
Toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, mild bar of soap (in a plastic bag), comb, washcloth, etc.
ACCESSORIES
Socks, hats, t-shirts, flip-flops, hair bands, sunglasses, etc.
YOUNGER CHILDREN:
Blankets, sticker and picture books, blocks, finger puppets, pages of colorful stickers
OLDER CHILDREN:
Small tools, tape measures, sewing kits, fabric squares, etc.; deflated balls with pumps and needles, rulers, scissors,
jewelry, deodorant
OTHER
Hard candy (please double bag all candy) [Volunteers make sure that all shoeboxes contain candy before
shipment] mints, gum, sunglasses, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries)
A PERSONAL NOTE
In a separate envelope, you may enclose a note (with your name and address) to the child and a photo of yourself or
your family so the child can thank you if he/she can. Per Franklin Graham it is important for the child to say "Thank
You" and for Franklin Graham to say "Thank You" for touching a child's heart.
DO NOT INCLUDE:
Used or damaged items; war-related items such as
toy guns, knives or military figures; seeds; chocolate
or food of any kind; out-of-date hard candy; liquids or
lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such
as snow globes, mirrors (unless a closed compact) or
glass containers; Pokemon; Harry Potter; aerosol cans
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Calling all Seniors
Do you like to sing,
but don’t want to drive at night?
Here is the perfect group for you!
THE SENIOR SINGERS OF CARROLL COUNTY
...is an important component of our
ministries at Westminster United Methodist
Church. We are actively seeking a
COORDINATOR (schedule, room, volunteers) and
NEW MEMBERS to serve in our church nursery
during our worship services, as little as once
every 8 weeks or as often as you like! Please call
or email the church office if you would like to
volunteer. 410-848-8325 / [email protected]
We meet on Tuesdays, 1pm, New Life in Christ Room.
There are no auditions, just a love of music. We sing all
around the county at Nursing Homes, Senior Centers,
churches and in partnership with other groups. We would
love to have you join us. Come make some new friends and
help us make a joyful noise. Contact Janet Falkenstine for
more info: 410-346-7731 or [email protected].
Would you like to
become a Greeter?
MAKE IT A HABIT
Welcome everyone to
worship at WUMC! Consider
becoming a Greeter.
… EARN DOLLARS FOR WUMC
Openings
available at
both services.
Please see
Brenda Isner or
contact the
Church office
STRETCH YOUR BODY—
STRETCH YOUR MIND.
Yoga, a practice for mental
clarity, sense of peace,
strength and flexibility, is held
Tuesdays, 1-2pm in Jubilee
Hall, by Syeda Kahn, certified
yoga instructor. Classes run
through May, $5 per class. Please bring a
mat and wear
comfortable clothing.
Questions? Call Sally Stair, 410-857-1869
Join us!
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
www.goodsearch.com … We earn 1¢
each time you use this search engine!

www.goodshop.com … Do all your
shopping on-line through this site. WUMC
earns 5% on most purchases!
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Don’t forget to USE OUR PAPER RECYCLING
BIN in back of The Bait Shop. The ABITIBI
bin earns money for our preschool!
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RECYCLE INKJET CARTRIDGES, CELL PHONES,
MP3’S, DIGITAL CAMERAS.
(Collection basket in
Mission Hallway.) Cell
phones that are not
accepted by our recycling
program are delivered to
the Westminster City
Police who will in turn give
them to abuse victims and
senior citizens, allowing them to call 911 in
an emergency.
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Questions about Youth
Activities at WUMC?
Amanda Greenwood
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY
[email protected]
YOUTH NEWS:
Scan code for
WUMC website
YOUTH page
Rev. Mark Smiley
Rev. Shari McCourt
PASTORS AT WUMC
m.smiley @wumcmd.org
[email protected]
YOUTH GROUP meets Sunday evenings, 7-8:30pm,
at the Bait Shop. (check schedule) 20+ youth
members are attending—great events ahead!
CONFIRMATION meets every other Wednesday
at 6pm in Jubilee Hall and the Bait Shop. Questions? . . please call Amanda Greenwood,
410-848-8325, x15, or email [email protected]
5th Grade Dances
OUR YOUTH
GROUP
September 19  October 17,
November 21  February 20,
March 20  April 17
7pm-9pm
$7 admission
Did you catch our article in the Carroll County Times?
“Charity fashion show in Westminster proves both fun and helpful”
by Wiley Hayes, Times Staff Writer
“It was fun,” Isaac [Jones] said.
The importance of the event was not lost on him, he said. The fashion
show, dubbed Clothed [with] Compassion, was a joint effort between
Westminster United Methodist Church, The Boys and Girls Clubs of
Westminster, and Boscov’s to benefit the Back to School program run by
The Shepherd’s Staff.
This was the seventh annual Clothed with Compassion fashion show and
it was, by far, the biggest turnout for the event. [Karen] Rau said. (T)he
show at Boscov’s had close to 100 in attendance.
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meets Sunday evenings
from 7:00-8:30 pm at the Bait
Shop. 20+ youth have attended,
averaging 12-15 each night.
Youth group meetings include fun
activities created to foster
community and build lasting
relationships among our youth and
include Bible study designed to
nurture and grow our relationship
with God.
If you have any questions about
our weekly meetings, monthly
events, or just want to chat, please
don't hesitate to contact me!
Blessings!
Amanda Greenwood
[email protected]
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WESTMINSTER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
165 EAST MAIN STREET
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
410-857-6177
A Ministry of
[email protected]
Westminster United Methodist Church
Preschool Happenings
The children are settling nicely into their school routine. We have approximately 40
families enrolled but are hoping to admit a few more students to help us make our
yearly budget. We still have openings in our 2, 3, and 4-year-old classes and will
accept students until capacity. Please spread the word that Crossroads Christian
Preschool is a highly qualified half day Christian Preschool that recognizes children
are uniquely created and gifts from God. Interested families can learn more by
accessing our church website (Ministries, Crossroads) and our Preschool facebook
page.
Activities in October will center around welcoming the season Fall and Fire Prevention
Week. The four-year-olds will be visiting Bear Branch Nature Center, the three-yearolds will be visiting Pleasant Valley Fire Company, and the two-year-olds will be visiting
Gavers Farm. You may even see some firefighters and a fire truck in our parking lot!
Scholarships and Donations
Your recent material donations have been greatly appreciated and it is never too late
to drop off much needed supplies. Contributions to our scholarship fund have allowed
us to offer three children partial scholarships for this school year but we would like
to build up that fund for additional needy families. Monetary donations are always
appreciated and if you would like to make a donation, please make your check payable
to Crossroads Christian Preschool.
Prayer Request
Please pray for our school this year as we have implemented a new curriculum, new
schedules and temporary staff changes. It certainly takes a village to educate just
one child and with your prayers and support may we serve all of God’s children here at
Crossroads.
Kim Cascio
Director/Teacher
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The Board of Directors of the Community
Foundation of Carroll County, Inc., thanks
you for your contribution in support of a
designated fund.
I am most appreciative of all the cards, notes,
and food sent to me and our family at the time
of Ober’s death. This is a very caring and
compassionate congregation—the support has
Thank you for your generous
donation for our Appeal! 94% of
every dollar buys groceries—Your
gift provides food to hungry
neighbors.
Carroll County Food Sunday
been such a comfort. I shall always cherish
these many acts of kindness.
Gratefully,
Jeanne Herr
Dear Westminster UMC,
Thank you, so much, for providing a worship
service at Emory Grove, this summer. It is
always such a joy to worship with you. We
hope you will continue to worship with Emory
Grove for the years to come.
Blessings,
Erin Mellott
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Thank you for your gift to support the following
missionaries of the General Board of Global
Ministries:
Nan McCurdy
Sun Lae Kim
One life at a time!
God is more than
willing to make new
men and women.
That’s His plan and
because you continue
to support and
believe in the work we do, we are going to
continue to bring the Good News of a crucified
and risen Savior to each and every person that
will listen.
Daniel Gabler
Victor Doolakeh Taryor
May God grant you a sense of hope and joy as
you continue your support for mission.
Grace and Peace,
Roland Fernandes
Shawn Baker
I am deeply grateful for your love for this
ministry and the precious souls you touch.
Thank you for remembering us as we serve
those behind the walls. Praying for you.
Lord Bless!
Bob Kimmel
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Wed, Oct 1
Rummage Sale Setup - Jubilee
10am Staff Mtg - ConfRm
11am Bible Study - Lib
12pm Al-Anon - SW
12:15pm Soccer Shots - NLiC
1:15pm Compassionate Knitters - Lib
3:30pm VIP - ConfRm
5pm Westminster GEMS - MM/DiscRm
6pm Confirmation - Jub/BaitShop
6:30pm Adult Bells Wesley Carillon - BellRm
7:30pm Adult Choir Chancel - ChoirRm
Thurs, Oct 2
Rummage Sale Setup - Jubilee
6pm Girl Scouts - Primary Rooms
7pm Drum Meditation - SW
Fri, Oct 3
9am Rummage Sale - Jubilee
12pm Soup Kitchen - Jub
6pm Cub Scouts - Primary Rooms
6pm Scrapbooking - SW
Sat, Oct 4
9am Rummage Sale - Jubilee
8pm Al Anon - SW
Sun, Oct 5
Deadline for Herald articles
Yellow Bucket Sunday
8:30am Worship Service
10am Worship Service
10am Adult Discussion Class - Lib/SW
10am Adult Sunday School - NLiC
10am Youth Choir Ambassadors
10am Youth Choir Cherubs
10am Youth Sunday School
11:15am Youth Choir Children of Hope - ChoirRm
11:45am Bible Study - DiscRm
11:45am Youth Bells Alive & Ringing - BellRm
11:45am Youth Bells Praise Bells - Sanc
7pm Youth Group - BaitShop
Mon, Oct 6
UMW Miriam Circle meets at Homewood—NEW
12pm Soup Kitchen - Jubilee
12:15pm Preschool Yoga - NLiC
1pm UMW Sarah Circle - CLV
6:30pm Stephen Ministry Supervision - Rm#613
7pm Cancer Support Group - SW/Lib
Tues, Oct 7
1pm Senior Singers - NLiC
1pm Yoga Session - Jub
6:30pm GS Training - Jub
6:30pm SPRC - ConfRm
Wed, Oct 8
9:30am MOPS - NLiC/MM Kitchen
12pm Al-Anon - SW
12:15pm Soccer Shots - Jub
Wed, Oct 8 cont…..
6:45pm Adult Choir Wesley Carillon - ChoirRm
Thurs, Oct 9
7pm MOPS - NLiC/MM Kitchen
Fri, Oct 10
9:15am UMW Susanna Circle - MM / Nursery
7pm Emmaus - Sanc/MidSrHigh
Sat, Oct 11
8am Men's Breakfast - Jub
8am TENTATIVE Mobile Food Packing Event - Jubilee
8pm Al Anon - SW
Sun, Oct 12
Loaves & Fishes Sunday
11:15am Sunday School Teacher Training - Jubilee
Mon, Oct 13
Columbus Day
Tues, Oct 14
6:30pm GS Training - Jub
6:30pm Preschool Board - DiscRm
Wed, Oct 15
12pm Al-Anon - SW
1pm Friends of John Wesley the United Methodist OFFSITE CLV
3:30pm Staff Mtg - ConfRm
6pm Missions - Library
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Thurs, Oct 16
7pm UMW Assoc Circle - MM
Fri, Oct 17
7pm 5th Grade Dance - Jubilee
Sat, Oct 18
12pm POTENTIAL Baby Shower
8pm Al Anon - SW
Sun, Oct 19
Laity Sunday
Mile of Pennies Sunday
10am 3rd Grade Bible Presentation
Mon, Oct 20
6:30pm Praise & Worship Team - ConfRm
6:30pm Stephen Ministry Supervision - Rm#613
Tues, Oct 21
7pm Cub Scout Committee Meeting - Primary Rooms
Wed, Oct 22
9:30am MOPS - NLiC/MM Kitchen
12pm Al-Anon - SW
Thurs, Oct 23
7pm MOPS - NLiC/MM Kitchen
Fri, Oct 24
Sat, Oct 25
12pm TENTATIVE Private Event - Jubilee Hall
12pm TENTATIVE Private Event - Jubilee Hall
8pm Al Anon - SW
Sun, Oct 26
CCFS Sunday
10am Youth Spud Bake Event - Jub
Mon, Oct 27
Tues, Oct 28
7pm Church Council - MM
Wed, Oct 29
12pm Al-Anon - SW
Thurs, Oct 30
Herald Mailing - ConfRm
Fri, Oct 31
Halloween
Keep up-to-date with the
6pm Cub Scouts - Primary
latest WUMC events by
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165 E. Main Street (Corner of E. Main and Center Streets)
CHURCH OFFICE AND MAILING ADDRESS: 162 E. Main Street, Westminster, MD 21157
Office 410-848-8325 or 410-876-2124  Fax 410-876-9990
Worship with us ............................
Sunday Services at 8:30am & 10:00am
Sunday School at 10:00am Sept-May
also ~Bible Study, Choir, and Youth opportunities
Sunday School Office, Kitchen & Custodian: 410-751-6151
Music Office, Choir Room: 443-244-4520
Crossroads Christian Preschool: 410-857-6177
The Bait Shop at Shipley’s Crossing: 410-848-7461
Visit our Westminster United Methodist Church WEBSITE at www.wumcmd.org
L EA D P A S TO R
Rev. Mark Smiley
443-487-6109
A S S O C IA TE P A S T O R
Rev. Shari McCourt, 410-848-8325 (office, ext. 14)
D I R E CT O R O F M US I C
Gary Van Essen, 443-244-4520 (office/home)
A DM I N IS T RA T I VE A SS I ST A N T
Sherri Haines, 410-848-8325 (office, ext. 10)
O RGA N IST
Peggy Brengle, 410-848-4902 (home)
F I NA N C IA L S E C RE TA RY
Greta Crescenzi, 410-848-8325 (ext. 25)
F A C I LI T I ES M A NA G E R
Dick Luckenbaugh, 410-751-6151 (office)
D I R E C TO R O F Y OU TH M IN I S T RY
Amanda Greenwood, 443-547-0513 (home)
D I R E CT O R , Crossroads Christian Preschool
Kim Cascio, 410-857-6177 (office)
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