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Fair Oaks United Methodist Church
9849 Fair Oaks Blvd., Fair Oaks, CA 95628 | 916.961.6631 | www.fairoaksumc.org
JANUARY 2015
IN THIS ISSUE...
the acorn The monthly
newsletter of the
Fair Oaks United
Methodist Church
Over 80s Group…
Page 6 (with
corrections)
Chili Feed & Cake
Auction…Page 5
Storytime…Page 9
FEATURED BUSINESS:
Next Scrip Order
Date is January 20…
Page 11 & 12
Mark your calendars! January 31st 2015, the Fair Oaks United Methodist Church choir will be hosting Praise and Pasta, a spaghetti dinner with live music. Dinner will be served at 7:00 and live music will play until 9:00. Tickets are $15 for individuals, $25 for a family. Proceeds will support the music program at this church. Please invite your friends and family to join us for a wonderful time!
Samantha’s band, Back Alley Buzzards, will be playing a mix of Motown, do-wop, and jazz that will make you want to dance!
Tickets will be sold after worship on Sundays, or you can call (916-670-2650) or email ([email protected]) Samantha Arrasmith to buy tickets.
Saturday, January 31
7—9 pm
Invite your friends
and family!
SWAG Events…
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Dear FOUMC family,
Greetings in the name and hope of Jesus Christ!
Happy New Year! The old year has gone and the New Year has just begun. The month of January is a great time for us to reflect on the year that has ended and to make New Year’s Resolutions. According to the Roman myth, the name of January is derived from Janus, the Roman god of beginning and transitions. This god is usually depicted as having two faces, since he looks to the future and to the past presiding over the beginning and endings of conflict. As we stand in January and enter into 2015, I hope that you all can make a fresh start with great resolution!
Speaking of resolutions, I think of a word that describes my hope and prayerful wish for our church: that is “Rising.” As the sun rises in 2015, I pray that you will experience a “rising” in your own life. I also pray that our church will experience “rising” with great hearts and passion for Jesus Christ in our church ministries!
Let Us Rise Up!
In Christ’s Love,
Let Us Rise Up!
By Pastor Jeong Park
For February Acorn — Wednesday, January 28, 8:30 am
For March Acorn — Wednesday, February 25, 8:30 am
For April Acorn — Wednesday, March 25, 8:30 am
For May Acorn — Wednesday, April 22, 8:30 am
(Note: This is the Wednesday BEFORE Church Council meets.)
(Usually the Wednesday after Church Council meets.
Exceptions noted below.)
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Prayer Requests Geri Ann Alviso's recent bunion surgery went well and she thanks everyone for their prayers for healing and comfort.
Geri Ann Alviso asks prayers for her 16-year-old neighbor and flower assistant. Please pray that she'll open her heart to God and listen so she can make good decisions.
Joanne Cossairt asked for prayers for her son-in-law who had shoulder surgery last month in San Francisco. Please pray for healing and comfort.
Cynthia Wold asks prayers for her friend, Jane and her family. Jane had a major stroke last
month. Please pray for the best possible outcome for her and strength for her family.
Lyn Gras asks prayers for her very close friend Liz Breck. She has Pulmonary Fibrosis and underwent a lung transplant at UCSF in December. She still has many health hurdles ahead and Lyn asks that we pray for her continued recovery.
Katy Houghton, a former member of our church now lives in Maryland. Katy spent part of December in the hospital with the flu and a bladder infection. She is home now. Please pray for
continued good health and comfort.
Ongoing Prayer Concerns Please keep Sue McGee, Stan and Alma Andrus, Lola Morphis, Roger and Norma Bennett, Margy Lauritzen, and all of our church members and friends who may not make it to church regularly in your prayers.
Do you have prayer requests? Contact Nancy Klanjac
([email protected]; 967-5427), so the members of our prayer chain can pray for
you, or contact the Church Office ([email protected]; 961-6631) to
have your requests printed in the Acorn.
Because we are now offering verbal prayers during the service, our Caring Ministry team may not hear them all. If your prayers need to be added to the Prayer Chain or you would like some assistance/help from the Caring Ministers, please call or e-mail Betty Phillips. (482-3514; [email protected])
Caring
Ministry
The Lenten season begins very early in 2015. Our traditional soup suppers will start February 26th! So, mark your calendars for six Thursdays of simple food and fellowship. Pull out your favorite soup recipes and get ready to sign up to share a meal and fellowship with us!
If you have any questions, please contact, Kathy Glass (916)454-5335 or [email protected].
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Thank you to the anonymous donor for repairing Pastor Jeong’s headset microphone.
Many thanks to Gay and Roy Anderson for the loan of their Nativity figures for use on our altar during Advent. This focal point has added a dimension to the preaching topics. They are lovely figures.
Words of gratitude to all who created lovely personal items to offer at the Bethlehem Bazaar. During this busy season your extra efforts in supporting this event is gratefully acknowledged. It did bring in a tidy sum to the church treasury. Thank you again.
To the choir and Samantha for the lovely Christmas musical treat. The two instrumentalists were a delight as well. Well done.
To the Pinochle Club, Joanne Cossairt, and Karlene Brown for purchasing and arranging for a new freezer in the kitchen hallway.
Thank you to the Worship Ministry and all who helped prepare our Sanctuary for Advent — from hanging the greens to donating Chrismon trees to ordering poinsettias, and all the other little details that make Advent special.
Thank You Notes:
From Family Promise upon receiving the proceeds from November’s Sister Swing concert:
“Thank you for your donation to Family Promise of Sacramento. The families here at Family Promise are forever in your gratitude and thank you beyond measure. Please know that your
donation is helping families without homes begin again and find a home. May god bless you and yours. Sincerely, Marsha Spell, Executive Director”
Lent begins February 18 —
Lenten Soup Suppers begin February 26!
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It’s time to get out your favorite cake recipe and come hear how your Endowment Fund is progressing. Our annual Chili Dinner & Cake Auction Endowment Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, February 28th, 2015. This is always a fun event not to be missed, so come join us and warm up with a nice bowl of chili or soup! Please buy your tickets after worship on Sundays in February. For more information contact one of the members of your Endowment Ministry: Bill Floyd, Sheri Johnson, Ben Couch, Lynn Phinney, or Tom Wold.
Annual Endowment Chili Dinner & Cake Auction
Finance Ministry by Ellen Frosch Happy New Year to everyone! Your Finance Ministry Team is busy wrapping up all the documentation and reporting for 2014. Information below is current through November 30, 2014.
Here is a summary of our income and expenses:
For 2015, we have received 53 pledges totaling $134,035. This pledge total is $15,751 greater than last year's pledge, which is wonderful news for our church congregation and our ministries.
Month of Year to Date November 2014 Jan – Nov 2014 Income $ 18,477 $ 166,477 Expenses $ 11,835 $ 193,513 $7,092 ($ 25,564) Shortfall
To anyone who uses the piano in the sanctuary:
I have been finding the piano left open, uncovered, and unplugged. This is unacceptable! The piano is extremely valuable and needs to be taken care of. The damp chaser cord was fixed and a cover was purchased, but these do no good if they are not used.
When leaving the building, the lid of the piano must be closed and the cover put on. Under no circumstances should the damp chaser be unplugged. If you are moving the piano, be careful that the casters do not roll over the cord - this is why it had to be replaced.
Please contact me with any questions or concerns.
Thank you, Samantha Arrasmith, FOUMC Music Director; 916-670-2650; [email protected]
Please take care of our Sanctuary piano!
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OVER 80's are gathering for their winter event on Wednesday, January 14th at Roy and Gay Anderson’s home at 1:00 p.m. (4214 Niblick Way in Fair Oaks; 967-2939) We will enjoy a planned potluck prime rib dinner. Please call ahead to assure seating and to choose what you will bring. It should be extra special! Also please bring a photograph of yourself as a child or young person! There's a special project planned!
Life’s Challenges Support
Group for Men and
Women
January 7 and 21
6 pm in the Library
Life's Challenges provides support for persons coping with difficult challenges such as divorce, unemployment, loss of a loved one, financial problems and more. We offer opportunities for renewal, restoration and kinship in a safe, nurturing and confidential environment. Call the Church Office 961-6631 or contact Loretta Dodge or Bob Gilberg for more information.
Viriginia Grabbe has a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Counseling and leads the Women’s Support Group on alternating Monday evenings from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Teen Room (backside of Potter next to the Nursery). The focus of the Women’s Support Group is to identify hurts, habits or hang-ups that hinder our being in relationship with God. Also, to experience the benefit of fellowship that comes from being in a small group. Please contact Laurel Jensen for more information: [email protected] or call (916) 903-6061.
Women’s Support Group
Mondays, Jan. 5 and 19 Over 80s Group Luncheon
Wednesday, January 14
at 1:00 pm
In January we are reading what the scriptures say about prayer. A class member suggested that reading scripture is a form
of prayer. Do you have a thought to share on that? It is the sort of thing we do in class. We read and discuss scripture. Would it not be a worthy goal to live life in an attitude of prayer? You can read what we are reading. January 11 we will read John 17:6-21; January 18 we will consider Hebrews 4:14 to 5:10; January 25 it will be James 5:13-18. Better yet, come and join us Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. in the library.
Adult Bible Study
By Loren Guffey
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Thursdays at 7 pm
in the Teen Room
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GOOD NEWS: Since 1978 FOUMC has filled 4 arks for Heifer International, including the one finished in December 2013. Our Heifer International ministry team was so elated that we set a goal of $5,000 in donations to fill another ark in 2014. (Yes, I know, we were optimistic but unrealistic.)
BAD NEWS: We did not raise enough to fill an ark full; but we made over $1,000 during the year.
GOOD NEWS: The Children’s Sunday School took on a project of raising money for beehives for Heifer International. Thank you, children and teachers! Check back in February for the final numbers.
GOOD NEWS: The “new books” on the pew by the Heifer/Sharing Table have been a success. Several have been taken, some have been returned for others to read.
NEW NEWS: During 2014, we emphasized something special every month to keep you aware of giving gifts or memorials by using “In Honor” and “In Memory” cards. Keep these in mind for 2015, also—the cards are free.
CORRECTION NEWS: Thanks to Lora and Jim Allen, we enjoyed displaying their large, wooden, handcrafted ark during the December Advent events. In the December Acorn, I assumed Jim had made it and wrote that. (He does have crafting/fixer-skills, after all!)
When it was displayed the first time at the Bethlehem Bazaar, Lora and Jim told me I was wrong (imagine that!). Actually, they just told me “the rest of the story.” They belong to a craft guild, whose members did all the carving and painting. The guild then had a raffle, and Lora had the winning ticket. But I think Jim bought the tickets for both of them! The detail, especially on each set of animals was incredible. Each person did a set of animals. (My favorites were the two giraffes.) The children loved the ark also. They would flock around waiting for us to get the table set up and the ark positioned. They would then put each pair of animals where they thought the pair should be. (I had not expected the children to be involved but it was a delight to watch them!)
Good News/Bad News from the
Heifer International Ministry
By Virginia Guffey
To all recipients of the Rent-a-Scout program that have not yet had their project completed: Scoutmaster Eric wants all the scouts to complete their obligations
as part of their training. If your project is still outstanding, please contact Scoutmaster Eric at 916-759-2442 or email him at [email protected]. If you have any questions or concerns regarding Boy Scouts or Cub Scouts, please see Jim Allen.
Rent-a-Scout Update…
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Have you ever opened the Sunday bulletin and had a cascade of paper fall out? Do you find the inserts helpful or a nuisance (or a helpful nuisance)?
I try to keep the number of bulletin inserts to 3 or fewer each week. The blue insert highlights upcoming events, current announcements, and the calendar for the week. This insert is included every Sunday and is meant for you to take home and put on your refrigerator, stick in your datebook, or pin to your bulletin board as a reminder of things to come.
Other inserts that are left behind on Sunday mornings are often used for several weeks to save on printing and paper costs.
Questions or concerns about bulletin inserts? You can contact me during church office hours: Monday—Friday, 8:30 am—12:30 pm; 916-961-6631 or [email protected].
Sunday Bulletin Inserts
By Dedra Beauchamp,
Church Secretary
Congratulations to Laura and Matt Klanjac
on their wedding this past October!
The wedding party: That’s Josh Klanjac 4th from the left wearing a
red bow tie, adorable flower girl Leta is front and center, and directly
behind Leta are Matt and Laura.
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On the 3rd Saturday of each month, Ruby and Wayde Wicker reach out to the homeless community in Fair Oaks, Carmichael, and downtown Sacramento by providing tarps for shelter in the winter and shade in the summer. They have become known for their ministry and are recognized by people in need. However, Ruby and Wayde need our help to continue helping others. Tarps may be dropped off in the collection bin in the Narthex. Monetary donations may be placed in the offering plate. (Please write “Tarps” in the memo line of a check or on the outside of an envelope for a cash donation.)
Ruby and Wayde also take clothing to the homeless community. Wintertime sees an increase in the need for gloves and hats. Clothing items may also be left in the “Tarp” collection bins in the Narthex.
For more information about this outreach ministry or how you can help, please see Ruby or Wayde. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Outreach Ministry: Tarps for the Homeless
Outreach Ministry:
Sunrise Christian Food Bank
BRING YOUR DONATIONS
1st SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH!
Canned Fruit
Canned Vegetables
Canned Tuna (5 oz. preferred)
Macaroni & Cheese
Dry Beans
Rice
Peanut Butter (18 oz. preferred)
Ramen-type Soup Mix
Cold Cereal
Canned Meats
SHOPPING LIST:
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What is Scrip?
It’s fundraising while you shop! Scrip fundraising gift cards are the same gift cards you would normally purchase from a retailer in your local retail stores, and they work the same way. You’ll find cards you can use at grocery stores, gas stations, restaurants, movie theaters, home improvement stores, and more. You are paying full face value for a gift card that can be used in place of cash, checks, or credit cards for everyday shopping. The Church Office will place a group order on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. We pay a reduced cost for the gift card and immediately “earn” the difference.
How Do I Place an Order?
Orders may be
1. handed to Kathy Glass or Geri Ann Alviso on a Sunday
2. placed in the blue pouch on the Narthex Bulletin Board (lower right corner)
3. placed in the Admin Asst Spencer mailbox (lower right corner)
4. mailed to the Church Office
5. turned in at the Church Office during office hours
Order Schedule for January 2015
1/20 (Tues) place scrip order (ordering on Tuesday due to MLK Day)
1/22 (Thurs) scrip order arrives & can be picked up during office hours
1/25 (Sun) scrip orders passed out after worship by Geri Ann or Kathy
Questions?
Do you still have questions about the program? Are you unsure whether you would like to participate? Please contact me during office hours (Monday—Friday, 8:30 am—12:30 pm) and I will be happy to talk to you!
Fundraising with Scrip
By Dedra Beauchamp, Church Secretary Our first scrip order was placed on June 16 and over the following 26 weeks we ordered $20,628 in gift cards and earned $817.29 in rebates. That averages to $125.72 per month of ‘free’ money! In 2015 we will place scrip orders once per month on the 3rd Monday of the month. Order forms are on the Narthex Bulletin Board. See the next page for our most popular and frequently ordered scrip cards. Choose from one of these or download the full order form on our website (http://fairoaksumc.org/#/upcoming-events/downloads-slidesinserts). Thank you all for participating and making this a successful program!
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Store Name / % Amount Qty Total
Amazon.com (3%) $25.00
Amazon.com (3%) $100.00
Applebee's (8%) $25.00
Applebee's (8%) $50.00
ARCO (1.5%) $50.00
ARCO (1.5%) $100.00
ARCO (2.5%) $250.00
Bel-Air (4%) $25.00
Bel-Air (4%) $100.00
Black Angus (12%) $25.00
Boston Market (12%) $10.00
Burger King (4%) $10.00
Carl's Jr. (5%) $10.00
Chevron (1%) $50.00
Chevron (1%) $100.00
Chevron (1%) $250.00
Coco's Restaurant & Bakery (8%) $10.00
Denny's (7%) $10.00
IHOP (8%) $25.00
Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft (6%) $25.00
KFC (8%) $5.00
Kohl's (4%) $25.00
Kohl's (4%) $100.00
Lowe's (4%) $25.00
Lowe's (4%) $100.00
Michaels (4%) $25.00
Mimis Cafe (8%) $25.00
Outback Steakhouse (8%) $25.00
Panera Bread (9%) $10.00
Panera Bread (9%) $25.00
Papa Murphy's Pizza (8%) $10.00
Payless Shoes (13%) $20.00
PetSmart (4%) $25.00
Pizza Hut (8%) $10.00
Raley's (4%) $25.00
Raley's (4%) $100.00
Rite Aid $25.00 4.00 % $25.00
Ross Dress for Less (8%) $25.00
Popular Scrip Cards Order Form
Safeway (4%) $25.00
Safeway (4%) $100.00
Sally Beauty Supply (12%) $25.00
Store Name / % Amount Qty Total
Sam's Club (2.5%) $25.00
Sam's Club (2.5%) $100.00
Sam's Club (2.5%) $250.00
Sears (4%) $25.00
Sears (4%) $100.00
See's Candies (20%) $18.00
Smart & Final (3%) $25.00
Smart & Final (3%) $50.00
Smart & Final (3%) $100.00
Smashburger (10%) $10.00
Sprouts Farmers Market (5%) $25.00
Sprouts Farmers Market (5%) $50.00
Sprouts Farmers Market (5%) $100.00
Staples (5%) $25.00
Staples (5%) $100.00
SUBWAY® Restaurants (3%) $10.00
SUBWAY® Restaurants (3%) $50.00
T.J. Maxx (7%) $25.00
T.J. Maxx (7%) $100.00
Taco Bell (5%) $10.00
Target (2.5%) $25.00
Target (2.5%) $100.00
Walmart (2.5%) $25.00
Walmart (2.5%) $100.00
Walmart (2.5%) $250.00
Wendy's (4%) $10.00
For a complete listing of retailers, go to www.shopwithscrip.com and click on “Retailer List” at the bottom of the page.
Expanded order forms also available online at http://fairoaksumc.org/#/upcoming-events/downloads-slidesinserts
# of cards =
total $ amount =
Date
Name
Phone #
Orders due 3rd Mondays at 8:30 am.
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Do you have any “Remember When” photos? Photos can be mailed, emailed, or handed in to the Church Office. You can also drop them off in the blue pouch on the Narthex Bulletin Board (lower right corner) on Sunday mornings. Photos will be returned.
Do you recognize anyone in these photos? Do you know the story behind the photo? Updated information can be included in the next Acorn.
REMEMBER WHEN?
Remember when we decorated
Christmas cookies in the kitchen?
Who is this lady? And how does
she keep her desk so clean?!
Remember when these lovely ladies
greeted you in the Narthex?
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United Methodist Volunteers in Mission
(UMVIM):
Susannah's House UMW
VIM
A California-Nevada Conference United Methodist Women (UMW) Volunteers in Mission (VIM) opportunity is being planned for October or November of 2015 at Susannah's House in Knoxville, Tennessee. The group will spend four to five days working at Susannah's House doing light maintenance, gardening, Bible stories, book group, cooking, and serving meals to members, and sharing stories.
From the Dec. 11, 2014 e-newsletter.
California-Nevada Conference
Instant Connection e-newsletters
Interested in reading more? Go to http://calnev-
email.brtapp.com/subscribe to have the Instant Connection e-
newsletter delivered to your email in box or contact the Church
Office for help or questions.
Sacramento Kings Ticket
Deadline Approaching
A United Methodist Night to Imagine No Malaria with the Sacramento Kings will be held on Friday, February 20, with their game against the Boston Celtics. A portion of California-Nevada Conference ticket sales will benefit the conference's Imagine No Malaria initiative. The game begins at 7 p.m. Persons who purchase UMC tickets will gain exclusive access to watch program warm-ups beginning at 5 p.m. To download the promotional flyer, bulletin insert, and purchase tickets, go to http://www.cnumc.org/news/456509. Purchase deadline is January 20.
From the Dec. 18, 2014 e-newsletter.
A carpet sweeper is placed handily in the coed bathroom for our use in cleaning up after ourselves following worship. We want to leave the sanctuary clean for the congregation that follows us. So if you see crumbs, etc. be a kitchen police and whisk over the area please!
Tidy Up the Sanctuary on Sundays,
Please!
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Upcoming Events at United Methodist Churches
in the Sunrise Circuit
Sunrise Circuit Churches include Rio Linda UMC, Elverta UMC, North Sacramento
UMC, Trinity UMC, St. Mark’s UMC, St. Andrew’s UMC, Citrus Heights UMC,
Sacramento Cho-Un Korean UMC, Fair Oaks UMC, UMC of Rancho Cordova, and
Wesley UMC.
The Resurrection Conversation Continues!!!
Dear Sacramento UM Community and Colleagues,
We are continuing our process of learning how to speak a new language in the Resurrection Conversation.
On January 17th, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Rancho Cordova UMC we will gather again to continue our work in learning how to turn from our assumptions about a dying church and to live into the Resurrection! We are Easter People, after all and know death and dying are just the beginning of something life-giving.
Our agenda is to empower ourselves and our people to move from death to life, from cynicism to hope; to challenge and invite you to participate, not in collective weariness or resignation, but in claiming a new sense of power and enthusiasm for what God is doing.
In Oakland we committed “a random act of resurrection” as nearly 70 people showed up at Elmhurst United Methodist Church to construct raised beds for a Community Garden the Church is sponsoring. That one day changed hearts and lives. That one day built relationships and moved us a step closer to living into the victory that God has won for us already. At the end of our day together we will emerge with at least one “act of resurrection” that we will undertake as a Wesleyan community.
I look forward to seeing you all there and to sharing with you in this unpredictable and wonderful journey into the Risen Life.
Thanks so much for all you do! I am in awe of your work and your faith.
Rev. Schuyler Rhodes,
Superintendent, Bridges District
California Nevada Annual Conference
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Book Club
January’s Book Club selection is
The Physician by Noah Gordon.
From Amazon.com: “In eleventh-
century London, a child holds the hand of
his dying mother and is terrified, aware
something is taking her. Orphaned and
given to an itinerant barber-surgeon, Rob
Cole becomes a fast-talking swindler,
peddling a worthless medicine. But as he matures, his strange
gift—an acute sensitivity to impending death—never leaves
him, and he yearns to become a healer. Arab madrassas are
the only authentic medical schools, and he makes his perilous
way to Persia. Christians are barred from Muslim schools, but
claiming he is a Jew, he studies under the world’s most
renowned physician, Avicenna. How the woman who is his
great love struggles against her only rival—medicine—makes a
riveting modern classic.”
Bring a sack lunch and join us
on January 26 at noon in the library!
Pinochle
Lynn and Gloria Phinney will host pinochle on Friday, January 9 at 6:30 pm in Wesley Hall. Come on out for a night of fellowship and fun. We will teach you to play Pinochle if you have never played before!
Mark Your Calendar With These Upcoming Dates….
01/05 Tongan Ministry Holy Week Services
01/11 New Member classes begin
01/14 Over 80s Group Gathering
01/19 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day—church office closed
01/31 Praise & Pasta
02/06 Circuit Revival at UMC of Rancho Cordova
02/16 President’s Day—church office closed
02/18 Ash Wednesday – Lent begins
02/26 Lenten Soup Suppers begin
02/28 Annual Chili Feed and Cake Auction
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JANUARY MINISTRIES
GREETERS
4
11
18 Kathy Glass
25 SWAG Youth Group
LITURGISTS
4 Dedra Beauchamp
11 Kathy Glass
18 Ruby Wicker
25 SWAG Youth Group
COFFEE FELLOWSHIP HOSTS
4 Tongan Congregation
11 Mary and Joe Maret
18 Phinney/Couch/Floyd Team
25 Ruby Wicker and Lora Allen
COUNTERS
4 Ellen Frosch & Pat Eichner
11 Judy Shearer & Elaine Bach
18 Lynn Sabatini
25 Bill Floyd & Chris Globis
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS
4 Phyllis Martin & Ruby Wicker
11 Adriane Samcoff
18 Mary Ellen Milne
25 Mary Maret
HOW TO SIGN UP
You can help out – try to sign up a month or more
ahead of time. You can call the Church Office or
sign up on the clipboard located on the Narthex
Bulletin Board. Thanks for your help!
COMMUNION STEWARD
Nancy Klanjac
COMMUNION SERVERS on Jan. 4
Nancy Edwards, Elaine Bach
CHILDREN’S TIME
4 Margo Williams
11 Carol Spiker
18
25 SWAG Youth Group
WORSHIP MEDIA TEAM
4 Adriane Samcoff
11 Andrew Maret
18 Judd Adizas
25 SWAG Youth Group/Andrew Maret
FLOWERS
4
11 Phyllis Martin
18 Wayde Wicker
25
Fair Oaks United Methodist Church
Business Directory
Q: Why do we have a business directory in a church newsletter?
A: The donations provided by the above businesses help offset the cost of publishing a monthly newsletter.
Q: Who are the people behind these businesses?
A: They are members or regular attendees who consider FOUMC their church home and wish to share their business talents with their church family.
Q: Can I be listed in the business directory each month?
A: Yes! Contact the church office at 961-6631 or [email protected] to learn more.
After an unintentional year-long hiatus, we are re-instating the Business Directory in the monthly Acorn newsletter! Your participation includes a business-card-size ad on the Business Directory page located towards the back of the newsletter every month with one business each month spotlighted on the front page of the newsletter. Featured businesses on the front page will rotate monthly. We are asking for a $20 donation to be included for the whole year. However, donations, ad size, and frequency are up to your discretion. Contact the Church Office if you are interested: 961-6631 or [email protected].
The Fair Oaks’ ACORN is published monthly by the
Fair Oaks United Methodist Church and is
distributed at the end of each month. Newsletters
are also online at FairOaksUMC.org/#/find-out-
more/newsletters.
Next Deadline: Wed., Jan. 28, 2015 at 8:30 am.
Submit articles to the Church Office in person or by
email at [email protected]. Submissions may
be edited for accuracy, length or clarity.
9849 Fair Oaks Blvd.
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Phone: (916) 961-6631
Fax: (916) 961-1572
E-mail: [email protected]
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spiritual growth for each individual, the
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