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MESSENGER
NOVEMBER 2018
Canyon Lake United Methodist Church
206 Flintstone Dr.
Canyon Lake, TX 78133 830-899-7104
[email protected] http://www.canyonlakeumc.org
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NOVEMBER 2018
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PORTERFIELD’S PASTORAL PONDERINGS I have been reading ‘Remember The Future’ by our Bishop Robert Schnase. I have always found his writing
relevant and thought provoking. Remembering the Future is about the church and change. Our church and
all churches are in the midst of cultural shifts requiring greater and greater change on our part if we are to be
about God’s business in the future. I asked our Bishop for permission to share from his book, with you, in
our newsletter; and he gladly said yes. Join me in a season (6 -12 months) of prayer and discernment as we
seek to clarify God’s guidance.
Blessings
Mark
The Most Significant Arena
Methodism began as a way of life. Wesley organized people into societies, classes, and bands in order
to provide a disciplined accountability to sustain growth in Christ and growth in service. Early Wesleyans
were chided for their “methodical” adherence to practices that included worship, the sacraments, daily
prayers, Bible study, classes, giving to the poor, visiting the sick and imprisoned. Every organizational
innovation fostered that way of life. Circuits were created as a means of providing the sacraments and for
deploying leaders. Class tickets were given and giving records were maintained, not merely to provide an
accounting for the aggregate totals, but to hold each person accountable for growth in Christ. Wesley did not
establish faith communities so that he could have a conference; he established a conference to support the
work of Christ through faith communities.
Throughout the history of Methodism, the primary means by which we have brought people into this
way of life has been through faith communities. Congregations offer the invitation and embrace of Christ.
They offer worship that connects people to God and that stimulates the change of heart that transforms lives
so that people see the world through God’s eyes. Congregations provide the means to grow in faith through
small groups. Bible studies, support groups, and the care of souls. People cooperate with the Holy Spirit in
their own sanctification, growing in grace and in the knowledge and love of God. And fruitful congregations
help people discern the calling of God to ministries of service, mission, and justice. They provide avenues for
life-changing, sacrificial service that transforms the world. Congregations draw people into the body of
Christ, and through congregations God changes the world.
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Consider the impact of congregations on your own life. Suppose we could extract from your life all the influences that God has had on you through congregations. Imagine we could pull out of your mind and heart all the thousands of sermons you have heard, the tens of thousands of hymns you have sung, the pastoral prayers and personal devotions that have formed you. Remove from your life all the pastors, friends, colleagues, laypersons, youth leaders, and teachers who have encouraged and embraced you in the faith. Extract from your soul all the work projects, the meetings, the soup kitchens, mission projects, hospital visits and support from others you have experienced. Remove all the volunteer hours, stewardship campaigns, mission fairs, camp experiences, and youth ministries.
If someone removed from your life all the influences congregations have ever had on you, you’d be someone totally different. The congregations you have belonged to have changed and shaped you. Congregations are a primary means by which God reaches into our lives to work on our behalf to create us anew, to claim us as God’s own, and to call us to God’s service. It is through congregations that God’s Spirit shapes how we understand ourselves, how we relate to our families, how we view community, and how we participate in the world.
Jesus intentionally formed his followers into a community of disciples to fulfill this mission. United Methodist congregations exist today for the same mission for which Jesus gathered his disciples and for which the Holy Spirit unified those who gathered on the day of Pentecost. The United Methodist Church makes disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world by repeating over and over again what has happened in your life and mine. In small congregations and large, in urban and rural churches, in every place and culture and language, God works through faith communities to change lives.
The Call to Action invites the leaders of The United Methodist Church to redirect the flow of attention, energy, and resources to an intense concentration on fostering and sustaining an increase in the number of vital congregations effective in making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. The focus on congregations is not about institutional survival, an obsession on numbers, or a fear of failure. It is about returning to the basics. In the first sentence that immediately follows our mission statement in the Book of Discipline, we say, “Local churches provide the most significant arena through which disciple-making occurs” (P. 120, italics added).
Imagine if we really allowed this priority on Christ’s mission through congregations to direct us in our alignment of resources, personnel, and energy in every district, conference, and general agency of the church. Imagine bishops and superintendents and conference staff and lay leaders and pastors viewing Christ’s mission through congregations as job one. Imagine if reaching the poor, the vulnerable, the hurting, and the lonely with ministries driven by the grace of God focused our energies. Imagine fostering congregational leadership and spiritual depth and invitational culture and courageous witness in every community of faith. Imagine how God could use our churches all the more to change lives, foster communities in Christ, and relieve suffering if we really behaved as if local churches provide the most significant arena through which we make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Imagine!
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PERMANENT ENDOWMENT FUND
“Each of you should use whatever gift
you have received to serve others, as
faithful stewards of God’s grace in its
various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10
ARE YOU CONSIDERING INCLUDING
THE CHURCH IN YOUR ESTATE PLAN? WHAT IS THE ENDOWMENT
The Word of God is clear in its encouragement to
us to engage in the ministry of service to others,
using the gifts that we have been given. The
Permanent Endowment Fund at Canyon Lake
United Methodist Church exists to accept
financial gifts from members and friends of the
congregation and to provide a perpetual source of
revenue to support the broad array of ministries of
the church.
This brochure offers insights into the ways you can
participate through your gifts to the
Endowment Fund.
The Endowment Fund provides donors an
opportunity to:
• Make permanent gifts using lifetime assets.
• Provide ongoing support for a favorite
ministry.
• Leave a legacy that will be appreciated for
generations.
• In some instances, make a gift that provides an
income stream for the donor.
A bequest naming the church as a charitable
beneficiary is a great way to support the
Endowment Fund and establish a lasting
legacy at Canyon Lake United Methodist
Church.
You and your attorney might wish to consider
the following language when drafting your
documents:
“I bequeath to the Permanent Endowment Fund of
the Canyon Lake United Methodist Church of
Canyon Lake, Texas, the sum of $____ (or
___percent of my residual estate) and instruct that
the Endowment Committee administer the gift in
accordance with governing policy.”
For more information, please talk with an
Endowment Committee member or contact the
business office:
Canyon Lake United Methodist
Church
206 Flintstone
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
830-899-7104
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CLUMC MESSENGER
Save the Date
for
Please pray for the building times be-
low
And the Carbajal
family below.
Home In A Week
Is In Need of Donations of Appliances
Washer Dryer
Stove Fridge
For More Information or Donation
Please Contact the
Church Office: 830-899-7104
Away Team: Jan. 19-25th, 2019
Pre-Build #1 ‘Trusses & Paint’ Nov. 17th 2018,
Gruene UMC 9am—noon
Pre-Build #2 ‘Floor Boxes’ Dec. 8th, 2018
Dripping Springs UMC 9am—noon
Pre-Build #3 ‘Walls’ Jan 5th, 2019
Seguin FUMC 9am—noon
Meet the Carbajal Family and be in prayer
for them.
Father— Francisco
Mother— Alejandra
Kefnny is 10,
Twins; Marianna & Darianna are 5,
Prayer Card HOME IN
A WEEK
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WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN US!
CONTEMPORARY SERVICE
9:30am
CLUMC Fellowship Hall
Please click below to view October 28th
Sunday Service
https://youtu.be/fCmkbIfB0i4
SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES
9:30AM TRADITIONAL WORSHIP SERVICE
10:50am
CLUMC Sanctuary
Please click below to view October 28th Sunday Service
https://youtu.be/tEvrjHISEhY
Come join the United Methodist Men
for breakfast Saturday, November 3rd 8:00am, Fellowship Hall
Come enjoy the
fellowship and breakfast!
THANKS A MILLION!
To all who patronized and helped with
our October 5th talent show. Special
thanks to Al Bohne and his helpers
John Buger, Lee Carle and Troy Bohne
(Camera) for their “Yeomans” work in
making the show go so smoothly.
Looking forward to an even better show
(better regulated) next year, Lord
willing.
Thanks again to all.
Don Somerville
P.S. Special Thanks to Darla Somerville
for her wonderful homemade cookies
and punch!
Church Family,
Thank you for all of the prayers,
cards, phone calls, and hugs
you have given us during our
time of loss. We appreciate the
love and concern of our church
family.
Mike and Barbara Murphy and
Dorothy Fuller
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Youth & Children’s Ministry
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Let’s Celebrate!
CLUMC MESSENGER
MESSENGER NEWSLETTER
DEADLINE
FOR ARTICLES
November 17, 2018 for the December 2018 issue
Don’t Miss
The Deadline!
Bob and Mary Lou Wragg
Happy Anniversary Blessings
Did we miss you?
Or did you spot a mistake?
Please contact the office.
From The Office
If you would like to
volunteer please let the office know.
We need plenty of help in different areas.
There is always something to do at CLUMC.
There is a place for everyone!
Thank you to all our volunteers at CLUMC.
We appreciate you!
CLUMC invites you to come
visit our friendly
neighborhood church!
REMINDERS:
Pictorial Directory Pictures : November 7th,8th, 9th, 10th
Charge Conference November 11th at 5pm, Gruene UMC
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FOOD WITH FRIENDS CANYON LAKE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
206 Flintstone Dr. Canyon Lake, TX 78133 (830) 899-7104
IN MOBILE HOME ESTATES
It is our hope to be in ministry to
the community where we live and
worship. This is an invitation to join
us as we prepare and share a warm
and healthy meal on a weekly basis.
NOW SERVING ON
MONDAYS
5 to 6:30 P.M.
in the fellowship hall at
Canyon Lake UMC
A free meal is
served to all who
wish to come.
“Lord, when did we see you
hungry and not feed you?” and
he answered, “When you have
done it for the least of these
brothers and sisters of mine,
you have done it for me”
Matthew 25:40
It’s difficult to be available for God
if your stomach is growling. What a
joy it is to be part of this ministry
that helps care for our hunger. It is
my hope that our hunger for things
of God will grow as wonderfully as
“Food with Friends.”.
Pastor Mark Porterfield
A safe place to eat and sit down with
others in food and fellowship.
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Sanctuary
Christmas Choir
HELLO UNITED METHODIST WOMEN!!!
An Indian legend from the beginning of their history tells of a great flood that covered the world. It seems that a flock of turkeys lived on a mountain. One day a special bird came to them and told them to gather all the four footed and winged creatures at the top of the mountain. Why?” the turkeys asked. “Because it is going to rain and rain and to cover the world.” said the bird. “Oh, we’d better hurry!” replied the turkeys. The day came and it started to rain. All of the creatures started up the mountain toward the summit. One small turkey was being protected by his older brothers who spread their wings over him. They were bringing up the rear. As they were making the arduous climb Little Brother got tired and started to whine and cry. “Don’t cry Little Brother.” his older brothers said. But he cried all the harder. “We’re almost there. See the four legged creatures under the trees and the winged ones are roosting in the trees.” Little Brother cried all the harder. The rain was coming down hard. Waves were lapping at the mountain sides. Foam from the waves touched the tail feathers of the turkeys and sprayed up onto the four legged and winged creatures. Just as the three turkeys reached the summit the rain stopped, the sun came out, and the waters started to recede. Where the foam touched the tail feathers they turned white and where the flecks of foam touched the other creatures they had spots. To this day the turkey has white on the edge of his tail feathers and some animals have white spots to remind us of the great flood that covered the world. We haven’t had quite that much rain but sometimes it feels like we’ve had enough for awhile. Thursday evening, the 11th, in the cold and rain, we had a great presentation by Mark and Margot Porterfield. They brought albums and photos of their life together. (Mark had brown wavy hair and mustache) Margot hasn’t changed a bit. Love Circle postponed their meeting of Monday the 15th until the 22nd at 10am. Greg Brown’s program on Kairos prison ministry was scheduled for that time. Next Month the Hope Circle will meet on November 8th . Canine Classmates will be there to talk to us. Love Circle will meet on Monday the 19th. Ashley Pelrek, a memory care advisor, will speak at that meeting.
COME AND JOIN US!!!
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Sanctuary
Christmas Choir
You are invited
to be included in our
new church family
Pictorial Directory.
Sign up and Smile!
Photography dates:
Nov. 7,8,9,10
Please contact:
Darla Somerville
830-227-5345
to schedule your
photo appointment.
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CLUMC Christmas Choirs Looking for Singers and Ringers
CHRISTMAS MUSICAL OPPORTUNITIES AT CLUMC:
It may seem early to talk about Christmas in August, but our choirs are beginning preparations for our
Christmas Musical. "Sing Noel: Christ Is Born" is the title of the musical. It will feather interwoven parts
for our Sanctuary Choir, Handbell Choir, Newly-Formed Children's choir and a Musical Drama woven
together to celebrate the newborn King. "Sing Noel: Christ Is Born" will be presented on December
16th. If you would like to get involved, here are some musical opportunities:
Children's Choir:
We would love to have your kids or grandkids participate in the Children's Christmas Choir. We rehearse in
the choir room from 9:45 to 10:10 a.m. on Sunday mornings. The children will sing some traditional carols
and some new Christmas songs. And there will be a special Christmas Pageant for children ages 4-12.
Handbell Choir:
We started rehearsing for Handbell choir this past week. We have space for a couple of new ringers.
Rehearsals are on Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. We will have some training for new ringers in the
next couple of weeks, so it is a good time to join, even if you have not played bells before.
Sanctuary Christmas Choir:
The Sanctuary Choir is a regular blessing in our Traditional Service. If you would like to sing with us for the
next few months as we prepare for Christmas, we would love to have you. The Sanctuary Choir meets
from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Choir Room. You will find the choir a warm, friendly group. Please come by on
Wednesday night and we will get you set up.
Please see Joe Batchelor, CLUMC Choir Director, if you have any questions about the above opportunities.
Sanctuary
Christmas Choir
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Sanctuary
Christmas Choir
Will You Join Us For Christmas?
Canyon Lake
United Methodist Church
Advent 2018
Worship Schedule
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Special Events in December
Christmas Party
Pot Luck Dinner
December 9th, 5pm, CRRC North Pole Village
CRRC Live Nativity At North Pole Village
December 7th, 5:30pm
Christmas Choir Cantata
December 16th, 10:50am, CLUMC Sanctuary
“Sing Noel!”
Christmas Party
December 16th, 5-7pm, CLUMC Fellowship Hall
K-12th Grade
Santa’s Ranch
K-12th Grade
December 21st, 4:30-9:30pm
RSVP Required—940-435-8446
Worship Services
*9:30am & 10:50 am
Sunday, December 23rd
Christmas Eve Monday, December 24th
*7:00 pm
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
*Nursery care will be available
Lake
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S U N M O N T U E W E D T H U F R I S A T
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Independence
Day
5
Worship
Committee
Meeting,
7pm, Rm 4
6 7
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26
Finance
Meeting,
7pm, AR
Alzheimer’s
Support
Group,
10:30am,
WC
27 28
29
5th Sunday
Po30t Luck,
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NOVEMBER 2018 S U N M O N T U E W E D T H U F R I S A T
1
2 3
UMM Breakfast
Meeting, 8am,
FH
4
Care Team
Meeting, 12pm,
WC
5 6 7
Scheduled
Pictorial
Directory
Pictures, WC
8
UMW Hope,
6:30pm, WC
Scheduled
Pictorial
Directory
Pictures, WC
9
Scheduled
Pictorial
Directory
Pictures, WC
10
Scheduled
Pictorial
Directory
Pictures, WC
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UMW Love,
10am, U
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Thanksgiving
23 24
25 26 27 28 29
Finance
Meeting, 7pm,
R4
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Every Sunday: Contemporary Worship Service, 9:30am, FH Youth Sunday School, 9:30am, FH Adult Sunday School, 9:30am: Good News, Rm 4 / Men & Women of Faith, AR Koinonia, 10:50am, AR Children’s Sunday School: 9:30am, Rm 7 2nd Hour Sunday School: 10:50am, Rm 7 Choir Rehearsal, 10:10am, CR Traditional Worship Service, 10:50am, S
Every Monday: Methodist Pre-school, 8:30am-2:15pm, D “Sit and Be Fit” Exercise Class, 9am, AR “Get Moving!!!” Exercise Class, 10am, AR Food with Friends, 5pm, FH Courage 2 Change, AA Group, 6:30pm, AR
Every Tuesday: Methodist Pre-school, 8:30am-2:15pm, D Courage 2 Change, AA Group, 6:30pm, AR
Every Wednesday: Methodist Pre-school, Every 8:30am-2:15pm, D “Sit and Be Fit” Exercise Class, 9am, AR Line Dancing, 1pm, FH Praise Band Rehersal, 5pm,FH Courage 2 Change, AA Group, 6:30pm, AR Handbells Rehearsal, 6pm, CR Choir Rehearsal, 7pm, CR
Every Thursday: Methodist Pre-school, Every 8:30am-2:15pm, D Courage 2 Change, AA Group, 6:30pm, AR
Every Friday Methodist Pre-school, 8:30am-2:15pm, D Sit and Be Fit” Exercise Class, 9am, AR Courage 2 Change, AA Group, 6:30pm, AR
Location Abbreviations: U - Upstairs: AR – Assembly Room CR – Choir Room S – Sanctuary WC – Welcome Center Rooms 2, 4 & 6 D – Downstairs: FH – Fellowship Hall YB – Youth Building Rooms 1, 3, 5 & 7