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The Messenger AUGUST 2018

A monthly publication

from First United Methodist

Church of Boone.

In this issue…

From the Pastor 1

Worship Volunteers 2

Thank You’s 2

United Methodist Women 3

Rummage Sale 3

What Does it Take? 4

This and That 5

Budget Report 6

Calendar 7

Coffee Fellowship

Schedule 7

Pet Blessing Sunday 8

First UMC - Boone 703 Arden Street PO Box 206 Boone, Iowa 50036

515-432-4660www.boonefumc.com

The mission of the Boone First United Methodist Church is to glorify God by nurturing disciples to

live and proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Hatch ‘em - Match ‘em

& Dispatch ‘em

What is it we say about the people who don't study history? They are destined to repeat it? There are things about the past worth remem-bering.

The Bible frequently coun-sels us to remember the faithful-ness of God. "I will call to mind the deeds of the Lord; I will re-member your works of old”.

(Psalm 77:11)

A prodigal son's memory of home saved him from death in a pig-sty….and what did Jesus say about the bread and the wine? "Do this in remembrance of me."

There is a big difference between learning from the past and holding to certain memories with appropriate gratitude…and clinging to the past.

I'm often amazed at how we can spend time longing for the "good old days." Which “good old days” are we talking about? The pre-indoor plumbing days of a hundred years ago? The racism of the 1950s? The days before recent medical advances that saved your life? When I tend to get that way, I try to remind my-self that the “good old days” were never really as “good” as I make them out to be in my mind.

Living in a rearview mirror creates a distorted view of reality. The idea that…people used to be happier, work was more virtuous, Christians were more spiritual, or families were safer in ages gone by…is simply a myth. For people

whose lives are centered in Christ, the best days are always yet to come. Living in the past…more specifically, clinging to the past…only forfeits today's oppor-tunities and tomorrow's blessings.

We have a number of tran-sitions on our plate at First UMC in Boone…we always have, we always will. Transitions are a part of life…kids will soon be leaving for college, jobs will be changing, relationships will be shifting, some folk will be getting married, some folk will get buried. It’s a comfort to take a look in the rearview mir-ror…and that’s OK…just don’t get stuck there. So resist the tempta-tions to long for what once was. Pray instead to live in hope, walk by faith, and rejoice in God's promises for the future.

…but one thing I do, forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.

(Philippians 3:13-14)

--Blessings, Pastor Doug

--B

From the Pastor…

http://www.searchgodsword.org/desk/?sr=1&t=nlt&query=Psalm+77%3A11


First UMC

AUGUST Worship Participants

Ushers Aug. 5: Fred Grow & Gene Stewart Robin Schroeder & Jacquie Grow

Aug. 12: Virgil & Martha Hilsabeck Gary Vaughn & Charlotte Bennett Aug. 19: Chris Cromwell & Sheri Raab

Coty & Beth Bowers Aug. 26: Todd & Bobi Treganza Eldon & Ann Hutcheson

Greeters Aug. 5: Peggy Haugland & Lila Essert Aug. 12: Lyn & Sherri Dighton Aug. 19: Diane Sturtz & Nancy Ross Aug. 26: Kim & Linda Nelson

Acolytes Aug. 5: Braedon Majors

Aug. 12: McGuire Bryant

Aug 19: Brogan Wood

Aug. 26: D. J. Dill

Power Point Aug. 5: Tamara Peterson (9:00) Chris Shannon (11:15)

Aug. 12: D. J. Dill (9:00) Chris Shannon (11:15)

Aug. 19: Jaxon Schoff (9:00) Chris Shannon (11:15)

Aug. 26: Martha Hilsabeck (9:00) Chris Shannon (11:15)

Nursery Aug 5: TBD

Aug. 12: TBD

Aug. 19: TBD

Aug. 26: TBD

Sound Tech Aug. 5: Glenn Peterson

Aug. 12: Gene Stewart

Aug. 19: Virgil Hilsabeck

Aug. 26: Mike Cleaveland

CONNECTIONS Are there any questions you have about First UMC in Boone…or United Methodism? Take a peek at these websites…

boonefumc.com…check us out on our website. You will find just about anything you need to know about us. There is also a link to our church Facebook page. We’re here…with Open Hearts, Open Minds, and Open Doors. iaumc.org…looking for information concerning the Iowa Conference of the United Methodist Church? This website provides directories, news and features, and a wealth of information regarding the work, mission & vision of the United Methodist Church.

Your generous gift of $661.00 received on May 7, 2018 helps provide transitional housing, life skills, and holistic health to women in need. Your gift enables a woman to have a furnished room, two meals a day and most of all, A Living Home! Thanks for Thinking of Us, Kris Dam, Executive Director Shesler Hall, Sioux City, Iowa Dear Church Family, We have been overwhelmed by your messages of care & concern, your warm hugs, & offers of assistance of any kind. How blessed we are to have a community of support as we journey thru this chapter of Life! Dianna Sutton brought 2 very lovely prayer shawls for George and me, gifts from our loving church family. Thank you — we know we have many folks cheering for us when we are wrapped in these thoughtful gifts of love. George & Becky Eckstein


United Methodist Women Calendar AUGUST, 2018

Refrigerator and Freezer Cleaning: Martha Circle

Eve, Leah and Martha Circles DO NOT meet In July or August

—August 7 12:00 pm Retired School Personnel

Luncheon — Leah Circle —August 21

1:30 pm Dorcas Circle — Wesley Room

For additional information contact your Circle Chairperson or one of the following...

—Jan Carpenter 432-3423 —Church Office 432-4660 ...or check the bulletin outside the Fellowship Hall

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN

150 YEARS

On September 5, UMW will be celebrating our 150 years of service here at First UMC. If you have any memories to share with us please let Jan Carpenter, Lavonne Shearer, or Mary Wirtz know as soon as possible or you may leave them in the UMW box outside the church office.

This is the UMW’s largest fundraiser. Time goes fast and hopefully you have already been

putting things aside for the sale. This not only helps you declutter your home and garage, but

also helps raise money for our church and other missions in our community.

Remember NO TV’s, microwaves, or computers. What sells great are holiday decora-

tions, toys, games, puzzles, craft supplies, pictures, furniture, tools, small appliances, sports

equipment, bicycles, outdoor items, linens, and clothing to name a few. We ask that the items

be clean and in good working order.

You can bring your donations starting Friday, August 31st to the basement of the church

and put them on the stage in Fellowship Hall. We will start setting up on October 1st.

If you have any questions, contact Donna in the church office OR Florence Nimmo (515-275-

4151. We will be doing pick-ups for people who are unable to bring their donations to the

church. Dates will be scheduled later.

Thursday, October 4

Through

Saturday NOON, October 6


HOW MANY PEOPLE?

No doubt you have all heard jokes about “how many people does it take to change a light bulb”? **

But, joking aside, do you know how many people it takes to provide a meaningful and inspirational church service at FUMC (or

most any church)?

Let me give you a hint:

1. Number one of course is a PASTOR

2. An Organist and/or Pianist

3. Choir Director & Bell Choir Director

4. Volunteers to sing in the choir and play the bells

5. Praise Band for a Contemporary Service

6. Then we have ushers, greeters, acolytes, sound system operator and some one in charge of Power Point

7. Don’t forget the church secretary to type the bulletin, newsletter and print it along with other tasks each day AND volunteer help-

ers to fold the bulletin each week and cover for the secretary when she is on vacation or sick

8. Last but not least—the custodian to ready the sanctuary for service and keep all things clean, up-to-date and working properly.

Have you come up with an answer yet? 45? 50? I’m sure I have forgotten to list other important persons who fit into this question, but, hopefully I have made you think about it. I’m not sure there is an exact answer; too many to count. I think the only true answer is “A LOT”! It takes numerous staff and volunteers to bring a meaningful and inspirational church service to each of us. The Wor-ship Committee thanks everyone who helped with whatever area you were “wired” to serve in this past year. Think about what area

YOU might fit in as a volunteer for either of our Sunday morning services. We would love to hear from you.

Jacquie Grow, Worship Committee Chair

** How many Methodists does it take to change a light bulb?

Answer: 5, one to change the bulb, and

4 to serve refreshments!

Heart of Iowa Habitat for Humanity

Iowa Habitat is transitioning to “repairing homes” across Boone County for 2019!!

Since 1995 they have built 28 homes for partner families to attain safe, healthy and

affordable housing. One difference with the “HELPING HANDS” program is that they

can go below the minimum income guides. This is more likely in situations where an

elderly homeowner (which experience indicates is likely to be 90% of those we assist)

owns their property outright and is living on a small Social Security pension. In ALL in-

stances we want to make sure the homeowner will not be burdened by the payment of

material costs. Volunteer labor remains free of charge and no profit or interest is ever added.

You will find a brochure on the table near the Sanctuary doors that you are free to take one and it will explain all the details.

As Always, laborers will be needed for these projects, so pray about how you can help.


THANK YOU!!

A big Thank You to all who worked/donated for our Municipal Band Fundraiser on July 14th. We made over $800 in profit and a fun

time was had by all Mark your calendars for the 2nd Saturday of July EVERY year for this event. Blessings, Jennifer Schoff

A BIG THANK YOU to our entire church from the Youth Group. Our Mission Trip to Texas was a huge success, filling our souls

with the work of God and enriching everyone who was involved. We appreciate all the monetary and faith support you provide for

us all year round! Blessings to you, Youth Group & Leaders

VBS Thank You

Thank You so much again for all that donated, volunteered, did food prep, sent kids and for all your prayers. Next year we are

hosting VBS and planning will start in February. If you are interested in being a part of our team, please let Jodie Cue know!

THIS AND THAT!!

WANTED

Volunteers for Sunday School

AND Wednesday night Youth Group

Teachers and Regular Volunteer Assistants

We NEED HELP in all groups

Please! Please! Please think and pray about this.

We want two adults in every classroom to have a

successful program. If you have any questions

please contact Jenn Schoff and she will direct you

to the people who can answer your questions or

concerns. Thanks, Jodie Cue

ATTENTION!!

YOUTH — It’s almost YOUTH GROUP TIME!!! We will kick it off with

a pool party, Sunday, August 12th from 8:30-10:30 pm. Friends and

Family Welcome. PLEASE BRING A PARENT as we will be filling out

permission forms for Youth Group at this time. Youth Group officially

starts Wednesday, Aug. 29th! Watch your mail and Facebook for

more details

EVERYONE—IMPACT NEEDS HELP! They are very low on ALL sup-

plies. Please remember to continue to bring your pantry items (esp.

toiletries currently) to church, as well as we will be starting a School

Supply Drive the first part of August. Watch for more details. Thank

You in ADVANCE for your ministry to helping out your community.

BREAD FOR THE WORLD

SUNDAY, October 21, 2018

“For the Son of Man came NOT to be served, but to serve...” Mark 10:45

UMCOR and the United Methodist Church are key partners with Bread for the World. Our pray-

ers and actions as part of Bead for the World Sunday have special urgency this year. Because of

severe drought and civil strife, large parts of Africa and some Middle Eastern countries are

threatened with near-famine conditions. Already, one in six children in America lives in a family

that struggles to get enough to eat.

In response to these urgent needs we join with many other churches to pray and to act — so that our nation’s leaders put our country

and the world on track toward the goal of ending hunger by 2030.


AUGUST 2018 First UMC - Boone

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 9:00 Exercise Time

2:00 Staff Meeting

2 3

9:00 Exercise

9:30 Fold Bulletins

4

5 COMMUNION

9:00 Traditional Service

10:00 Coffee Fellowship

11:15 Contemporary Service

6

9:00 Exercise

6:45 Outreach, Finance

7:45 Adm. Council

7

12:00 Retired School

Personnel Lunch

6:00 Free Clinic

8 9:00 Exercise

2:00 Staff Meeting

9

5:30 AKTION Club

10

9:00 Exercise

9:30 Fold Bulletin

11

12




6:30-8:30 Youth Pool Party at Boone Municipal Pool

13 9:00 Exercise

14 15

9:00 Exercise

1:30 Dorcas Circle

2:00 Staff Meeting

16 17 9:00 Exercise

9:30 Fold Bulletin

18

19




LAST DAY

20 9:00 Exercise

21

6:00 Free Clinic

6:30 TTT — Parlor

22 9:00 Exercise

2:00 Staff Meeting

23

School Starts

Grades 5-12

.

5:30 AKTION Club

24

9:00 Exercise

9:30 Fold Bulletin

10:00 Fold Messenger

25




PET BLESSING SUNDAY

BETWEEN SERVICES

27

9:00 Exercise

School Starts

Grades K-4

28 29 9:00 Exercise

2:00 Staff Meeting

YOUTH GROUP BEGINS

30 31 9:00 Exercise Time

9:30 Fold Bulletins

COFFEE FELLOWSHIP SCHEDULE 2018

January – Admin. Council April – United Meth. Men July – Choir October – SPRC

February – Worship May – United Meth. Women August – Trustees November – Taylor Estate

March – Health Ministry June – Outreach September – Finance December – Memorial

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!! VERY IMPORTANT!!

The Church Charge Conference is scheduled for Sunday, Septem-

ber 30, 2018 from 2-4:30 pm at Ames First United Methodist Church.

There will be an orientation & training for all pastors and key leaders

on Thursday, September 6 from 6-8 pm at Ames Collegiate.

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3rd ANNUAL PET BLESSING SUNDAY

We had so much fun last year, we are doing it

again. Between services on Sunday, August 26th

we will have the Pet Blessing in Fellowship Hall.

Be sure to put this date on your calendars so you

don’t miss it!!!

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