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Connections
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During the 2018 Missouri Annual Conference, our worship at Wentzville UMC will have a
slightly different face. Highlights of the morning are as follows:
Sunday, June 10
9 am A special learning 'me live-streamed from the Conference will feature Rev. Terry
Swan from Salem in Ladue UMC. These learning 'mes are dynamic and upli-ing,
and we invite you to a.end. Our Sunday Adult Study groups may wish to take
advantage of “a week off” from regular study and a.end this session together.
10 am Sunday Café from 10-10:30 am
10:30 am Worship in the Sanctuary — Message, Music, Prayer and Offering
As your schedule allows, we invite everyone to a�end all or part of the morning’s events.
Conference happens once a year, and we look forward to welcoming you to this special day
of learning and worship.
Saturday, June 9 — Ordination at 7 pm Peter Norton is currently serving as Associate Pastor of Youth & Family
Ministries at First UMC of St. Charles. Peter grew up in our church and is
the son of Wes & Louise Norton. For those of you who know him, the
ordina'on service can be accessed by live stream at the following link:
https://help.livestream.com/hc/en-us/articles/209667598-
Required-Internet-Co
We congratulate Peter and wish him the best as God moves him forward!
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Dear Friends:
I am so happy for our gradua�ng seniors. They are se�ng off onto a new
path of higher educa�on and personal explora�on. Our prayers go with them as
they discover new freedoms not found at home. There will be new friends who will
make life interes�ng. All we ask is, be careful!
Summer brings so many joys like vaca�ons, camping, ball games and cook
outs. It’s a great �me to meet up with friends and enjoy the warmth of summer
with a cool beverage to make it tolerable. I prefer the cool spring and fall, but
Missouri has four seasons so let’s enjoy them all.
Our summer sermon series, “Faces of our Faith” will explore Old and New
Testament characters who fell from grace and were forgiven, along with a few who
changed the course of history. Beginning on Sunday, June 17th, we’ll look at Adam
and Eve, followed by two midwives, Shiphrah and Puah. Each couple discovered an
a.ribute of God we have missed when reading through the scriptures.
Our Adult Choir in the first service takes a break during the summer
months, so personal talents in Art and Music are appreciated. Please consider
offering your talent in worship (see page 3 for more informa�on). It will make
a difference for all of us.
We are taking a poll of which service you would a.end beginning in
September so that there would be more room in worship. On average, our 9 am
service has been at capacity for the past six years. Anything over 75% in a.end-
ance is considered full, and we all know how uncomfortable it is to squeeze into
the center seats or be forced to sit in the front row. We have great musicians and
choir members who love to share their music. Some say the preaching isn’t so bad
either. Beginning in September, would you come a li.le earlier or a li.le later for
our tradi�onal worship?
I look forward to seeing you Sunday,
From the Pastor’s PenFrom the Pastor’s PenFrom the Pastor’s PenFrom the Pastor’s Pen
Music Director
Todd Oberlin
Worship Coordinator
Traci Morlock
Nursery
Glenna Head, Ashley Kirkley and Lana Nack
Office Administrator
Donna Norman
Worship Media Team
Bruce Kates, Jeremy Melton, Lisa Morgenthaler,
Paul Morlock, Sean Morlock, Todd Oberlin, Brian
Phipps and Kermit Sandorf
Pastor
Mark Dumas
Christian Education
Jeremy Melton
Congregational Care
Bob Anderson and Ginger Carroll
Custodial Care
Sandie Briggs and Anne Hansen
Membership & Finance
Angie Shelton
Connections is published each
month. Our church vision is to Live
for God, Love our neighbor, and
Grow in Christ. Visit us at 725 Wall
Street, Wentzville. Sunday worship is
at 9 and 11 am.
636.327.6377
Deadline for the
JULY 2018 Newsletter
is Monday, 6/25
www.livelovegrow.org
God of grace, God of grace, God of grace, God of grace,
you sent us the you sent us the you sent us the you sent us the
promised gift of promised gift of promised gift of promised gift of
the Holy Spirit. the Holy Spirit. the Holy Spirit. the Holy Spirit.
Fill your church Fill your church Fill your church Fill your church
with power, with power, with power, with power,
kindle flaming kindle flaming kindle flaming kindle flaming
hearts within us, hearts within us, hearts within us, hearts within us,
and cause us to and cause us to and cause us to and cause us to
proclaim your proclaim your proclaim your proclaim your
mighty works, mighty works, mighty works, mighty works,
through through through through
Jesus Christ, Jesus Christ, Jesus Christ, Jesus Christ,
Our Lord. Our Lord. Our Lord. Our Lord.
Amen. Amen. Amen. Amen.
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Kelsey Faith Brown
Daughter of
Joe & Tammy Brown
Holt High School
Central Methodist
University
Nursing
Camryn Marie Hoenig
Daughter of
Steve & Melinda
Hoenig
Holt High School
Southeast Missouri State University
Early Childhood Educa.on
Abigail Marie Hunt
Daughter of
William & Laura Hunt
Holt High School
University of Missouri at Columbia
Mul.-Disciplinary with emphasis
in Environmental Studies
Kylie Noel Pedersen
VanGundy
Daughter of
Jason & Holly VanGundy
Holt High School
Central Methodist
University
Pre-Med
Amanda Kayla VanNierop
Daughter of
Brian & Didi VanNierop
Timberland High School
Will serve one year
in Germany as an Au Pair
St. Louis University
Poli.cal Science & English
Sarah Ruth Dumas
Daughter of
Pastor Mark & Chris Dumas
University of Missouri
at Columbia
Bachelor of Journalism
Strategic Communica.ons
Magna Cum Laude
Dana Lee Engelhardt
Daughter of
Mark & Lee Ann Engelhardt
Missouri Bap.st
University
Bachelor of Business Marke.ng
Bachelor of Business Psychology
Minor in Business Administra.on
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Loving Our NeighborLoving Our NeighborLoving Our NeighborLoving Our Neighbor
United Methodist Women will meet in the church Café at 12 noon on
Thursday, 6/14 for a Potluck Luncheon and Mission Program. Barb Hethcote
and Patsey Skelton will present “Sacred Space of Prayer.” All women of the
church are welcome to a.end. For more informa�on, contact Nancy Driscoll at
636-357-7571.
The 2018 UMW Member Directory and Program Book listed the June mee'ng
as June 7. This is incorrect and we will meet as usual on the second Thursday
of the month—June 14.
From Arvetta Bray…
This is a great big THANK YOU to the church for
all the prayers, cards and visits I received in the
hospital and at home. It’s really nice to know
someone cares.
Also, a great big thanks to the ladies who made
the prayer lab robe; also to know that each
s.tch was made with a prayer. It is beau.ful
and a gi9 to be cherished. Thank you so much!
Many thanks to everyone who contributed cleaning
supplies, personal hygiene items, diapers and wipes to
the United Methodist Women’s Ingathering of items
for St. Louis Crisis Nursery, Wentzville campus.
Nicole Dulle, MSW presented the May UMW mission
program, and she and the staff were overwhelmed with
the generosity of our congrega�on.
Thank you for making a difference in the Wentzville
community!
Save the Date — Saturday, 9/29
Adopt-A-Family 19th Annual GOLF OPEN ♦ Golf Club of Wentzville
♦ Lunch at 12 noon & Shotgun start at 1 pm
♦ $75 per player and a Great Silent Auction
Over the past 18 years, this Annual Event has raised over $90,000 for our Adopt-A Family Ministry
Pantry Items for JUNE
Canned Fruit (no pineapple), Hamburger Helper and
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Place items in baskets in church office foyer — Thanks very much!
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Mission MomentMission MomentMission MomentMission Moment
Where could you possibly buy a bag stuffed full of gently used clothes for $4.00? Or a purse or pair of shoes
for 50 cents? Or household items at garage sale prices? From jewelry to jumpsuits, handbags to hoodies,
books, boots, baby clothes and everything in between… Mary Martha Thrift Store provides!
For over four decades, Mary Martha has successfully served this area by accep�ng donated items and
offering them for sale to the general public at unheard of bargain prices. Wentzville United Methodist is one
of eight (8) churches who rotate the responsibility of staffing the ThriI Store with faithful, dedicated
volunteers who work every day to prepare the store and sort through the dona�ons.
And does it make a difference? YES! In 2017 a total of $155,950 was given back to the community.
Our primary mission is to help families. AIer minimal expenses, all money is returned to the community.
Mary Martha gives quarterly checks to the churches – the total for 2017 was $60,000 (and $7,500 of that was
given to our WUMC Benevolence Fund). Checks to local food pantries totaled $46,250. Other beneficiaries
include charitable organiza�ons such as Crossroads Clinic Volunteers in Medicine, Birthright, and St. Louis
Crisis Nursery, Wentzville. Unusable items are sold to Remains, Inc. or donated to the Salva�on Army. Mary
Martha also has a grant program that enables organiza�ons to refer people who need help. They can get a
free bag of clothes for each family member and household items (depending on their situa�on).
So, how can you help? By volunteering a li.le bit of your �me in one of the following ways:
���� Just a few hours every 8 weeks
� � � � Sort clothes, price household items and serve as cashiers
� � � � Able-bodies can empty our donation shed and carry heavy items
We work the week of June 4th, and need help on Friday & Saturday mornings (6/8 and 6/9). If you can lend
a hand and didn’t sign the Sunday Connect Card, call Kay at 636-625-8821. We appreciate our volunteers!
Edith Talley Kay McQuate
Louise Norton, Lori Hunt, Dixie Carlson, Shirley Juhala Cashier Carolyn Shaw
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Growing In ChristGrowing In ChristGrowing In ChristGrowing In Christ
♦ Sundays at 10 am — in the Youth Room
Unafraid is facilitated by Ed Liliensiek
♦ Sundays at 10:30 am — in the Pastor’s Office
Bible Manners and Customs is facilitated by John Brown
♦ Sundays at 10:30 am — in the Library
Unafraid is facilitated by Genie Hatch
♦ Sundays at 10:30 am — in the Sanctuary
And the Bible Says… Open discussion led by John Kinnard — This class will resume in July
♦ Mondays at 7 am — in the Café
Ministry to Men Bible Study — Facilitated by Brian Phipps
♦ Tuesdays at 7 am — at Bob Evans, Wentzville
Prayer and discussion using The Upper Room
Sunday, 7/7 through Friday, 7/13
5:30 pm to 8 pm
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It’s not Karaoke or Open Jam… but it is a great
opportunity for YOU to provide Special Music for
our 9 am Sunday Worship Service while the
Sanctuary Choir takes a break during the summer.
If there are solos, duets, trios, quartets of any
vocal or instrumental kind, we would love to hear
it. There is a sign up sheet posted on the Choir
Room door and also on the table in the church office. Available dates begin Sunday, 6/17
and run through Sunday, 8/26.
Let’s make a joyful noise unto the Lord!
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Wentzville UMC
Christian Life Center
Friday, June 29th
12:30—4:30 pm
redcrossblood.org
Make A Difference — Give Blood
Wentzville UMC conducts two Worship Services in the
Senior Community!
Sunday Afternoons at 2 pm
Worship Service
Twin Oaks at Heritage Point, 228 Savannah Terrace, Wentzville
Third Thursday of the Month at 10 am
Hymn Sing and Holy Communion
Park Lane Senior Care Center, 401 Mar Le Drive, Wentzville
Reservations are never needed! Come help us sing and praise the Lord!
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JUNE “Quick View”
Lydia Circle Quilters
Tuesdays, 8 am—12 Noon
Game Day for Seniors
Wednesday, 6/6 at 1:30 pm
MO Annual Conference
Sunday, 6/10
Learning Time at 9 am
Worship Service at 10:30 am
United Methodist Women
Thursday, 6/14 at 12 Noon
Men’s Group Breakfast
Saturday, 6/16 at 8 am
Golden Corral on Hwy K
Communion at Parklane
Thursday, 6/21 at 10 am
Gospel Jam
Saturday, 6/23 at 6 pm
Book Club
Wednesday, 6/27 at 6 pm
Needlework for Missions
Thursday, 6/28 at 9:30 am
Fun and FellowshipFun and FellowshipFun and FellowshipFun and Fellowship
725 Wall Street
Wentzville MO 63385
Wednesday, 6/27 at 6 pm
“Clara and Mr. Tiffany”
by Susan Vreeland
Join us in the Café
at 1:30 pm
on Wednesday,
June 6th
Saturday, 6/16 8 am
Golden Corral, Hwy K O’Fallon
Rev. Peter Norton, newly-ordained
son of Wes & Louise Norton,
will be our guest speaker.
Great program and fellowship
ALL are welcome!
...to Tom Keeling for pain'ng the
outside canopy entrance
...to Rick and Cathy Krumrey for dona'ng the beau'ful roses
on Mother’s Day.
... to Al Herter for his talk during
the May Men’s Group Breakfast
about his mission trips to Costa
Rica and how they have impacted
his life.
...to all who con'nue to support
the eScrip Rewards Program at Schnucks’ stores. Want to join the
party? Cards are available in the
Connec'ons Center. Thanks also
to those who bring recycled items
to benefit Caring & Sharing Food
Pantry and our Youth group.
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