Monthly Newsletter - maquoketamethodist.org
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Monthly Newsletter - maquoketamethodist.org
Unit Meeting October 12th 9 AM Circle Meetings are as follows: This column is saved each month for words of appreciation and thanks for work done well in the life of our church by volunteers. Hannah: October 27th Miriam: October 25th @ 9:00am @ church Ruth: October 25th @ 6:00pm Thank You For Your Support! Rachel: October 26th @ 9:45am –Dear VBS Leaders & Participants, A big thank you from the Friends of Maquoketa Caves group for the donation of $242.24. It will go to a good cause. We exist solely for the benefit of the park and to further their many programs. Thanks again and I hope many of you will participate in our public events. Ruth Sheets, Treasurer Friends of Maquoketa State Park Black Top Paving Project—Final Loan –Thanks so much for allowing Hope Haylock into your church family at VBS. She truly was accepted at the church and didn’t want to go back home. Thank you for your friendship! --Linda Polk –A Thank You to everyone who donated blood on August 23rd. The Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center stated that 14 units were donated which will provide up to 56 products for patients in need. --Doris Currier When the project was completed in May 2015, the Trustees secured a 5-year loan (3.95% interest) from Maquoketa State Bank in the amount of $25,000. The thermometer shows the funds received since June 1, 2015. We have $12,124.11 to go A “hearty thank you” to all the individuals who came to the Fall Auction Sunday night; and a special thanks to all who donated something this year. About 52 people were here for supper and enjoyed a time of fellowship and some friendly competitive bidding. Darrell Andresen was our Auctioneer. He worked through the whole 4-page list of donations and added some occasional humor to make our giving a little more fun. We ended the night with over $4,000. And our election results show that the Hymn of the Month for the next year will be: How Great Thou Art. Actually the top 5 songs will be used a little more often for a while. Thanks for your participation. If you had something on the list and would like to know who purchased your item, please call the office. Angie has a printed copy of the auction results. This event always reminds folks of goodies not quite collected from past auctions…it’s not too late to call up your friend and collect. After all, you paid for it!! ~Pastor Jeff & our Finance Committee If you want to give to this project please mark in the memo of your check “Blacktop” Common Threads Common Threads will continue working on quilts as well as bringing any knitting or crocheting to work on. Come join us Monday October 3rd & 17th at 1:00pm CRAFT GROUP This month’s craft dates are October 10th & 24th. We always need fresh and new ideas for craft. We would love to have you join in the fun and fellowship! Any questions please contact Janet Mitchell at 652-0448 or Jolyn Richards @ 563-564-5101. 2 Women at the Well Flood Bucket List Mission trip October 20, 2016 2:30-11:30pm Liquid Laundry Detergent (2 25-oz. bottles) Clothesline (100 ft. cotton or plastic) Liquid Household Cleaner (12-16 oz.–no spray) 24 roll heavy duty trash bags (33-45 gal. size) Dish soap (16-28 oz. bottle) 1 can of air freshener 5 dust masks 1-insect repellent spray (6-14 oz.) 2 pairs kitchen dishwashing gloves 1 scrub brush 1 pair work gloves (leather) 18 cleaning wipes (reusable wipes/handi wipes) 7 sponges 5 scouring pads + 50 clothespins Each Sunday we pray for the ministry that is happening in this United Methodist Church inside the walls of the women’s correctional facility in Mitchellville, Iowa. Every other year we have taken a group to visit the Thursday evening chapel time. This is the 3rd trip we have taken. We have 8 people signed up to go on this trip. Saturday, October 22 Workshop Maquoketa Methodist Church will be hosting a workshop with Rev. Lee Schott for area churches and pastors. The topic of discussion: How do we offer a warm welcome to someone that has been released from prison and returned to their home community? AND, at the same time set appropriate boundaries for those that have been convicted as sex-offenders? (sizes and count of items are extremely important as everything has to fit into one 5-gallon bucket with a lid) Sunday, October 23 Rev. Lee Schott is scheduled to preach at both of our morning worship times. This is the third year we have partnered as a sponsoring congregation, with a commitment to give $1,000 to the ministry and prayer support during the year. If unsure about an item, see our more detailed list posted on the church Facebook page or stop in the church office to pick up a paper copy. The church will be providing all buckets. Bring all donations to the Fellowship hall stage area and try to keep your supplies within one bag, box or container, to make packing easier. Radio Sponsors for August October 2: Shirley Brandon; In Memory of Husband, Steve October 9: Mark & Susanne McMinn; In Honor of Son, Terry & Grandson, Kaden’s Birthdays October 16: UMW; In Honor of all United Methodist Women October 23: Pastor Jeff; Celebrating 10th Anniversary of Women at the Well October 30: Larry & LeAnne Hartley; In Honor of Our 54th Wedding Anniversary If you would like to sponsor a radio broadcast please contact the church. Thank you for providing this hospitality each week!! October 2ndOctober 9thOctober 16thOctober 23rdOctober 30th- 8:15: Pat Weirup & Betty Scott 10:30: Pam Mansker & Wilma Roberts 8:15: Scott & Laurnet Spalding 10:30: Host Needed 8:15: Jim & Ollie Anderton 10:30: Host Needed 8:15: Allen & Helen Schnoor 10:30:Marge Kehn & Darlene Christiansen 8:15: Bonnie Parmer 10:30: Doris & Wayne Currier Pop Cans for Missions The pop can refund last month was $19.50. The new balance is $246.30. Half of the money goes to Nigeria to help the women get some education in finances to learn how to handle money. They also take sewing classes to learn how to sew for their families and to sell to earn money. The other half of the money goes to the Henderson Settlement in Kentucky. Henderson Settlement is 89% dependent on contributions from individuals and churches like us. With our help, we are providing food, clothing and home repair to families with limited resources. The money we receive from the pop cans does so much good towards helping people. Please keep bringing them to the church. You are a blessing. Thank you so much. ~God Bless, Missions Committee We would like to thank all of you who have bought radio sponsorships. Without your generosity we could not provide our radio ministry. Thank You All!!! If you wish to sponsor a Sunday broadcast, it is $28.00. Please call the office at 652-4420 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Listen in to our Sunday broadcast every week on KMAQ 95.1 FM @ 9:45 a.m. 3 Health Concerns: Pray for Mick & Carol Clark. He was in the hospital again fighting to recover. (friends of Elaine Watters) Please pray for safety for farmers and their families as the harvest season begins. Please pray for Ava Miller, she fell on the sidewalk and had to have stitches in her thumb and has numerous bumps and bruises. Please Pray for Dean Martin (Mary Mether’s son in law) he is having neck surgery and having a rough time with it. (it is not due to cancer) Please pray for recovery efforts all across our state following the recent flooding and water damage. Deaths: Please pray for the family of Rosalie Gilmore. She died September 7th. (Bonnie Parmer’s Sister) Pray for the family of Steve Heinrich; his father died on Sept. 24 (Steve is the son-in-law of Marvin & Lori Massey) Assisted Living and Care Centers Maquoketa Care Center: Verna Foster, Darleen Simmons, Virginia McVay (Pat Hasenbank’s mother), Bob Smith Clover Ridge: Marian Todd, Bernice Frank, Gale Stickley, Lorraine Owen, Ruth Casteel, Helen Kroger, Don Powlistha, Bud Bernard, Lorraine Makeever, Billie Keil Crestridge: Marilee Weuste, Mary Sanger Clarence: Marla Grose Woodridge Supportive Living (Geneseo, Illinois): Carol Sears Avonlea Cottage (Milan, Illinois): Rachel Swanson Mill Valley (Bellevue): Lois Gruenwald Thanksgiving, Good News, & Joys. We are grateful for the response and donations for the Fall auction. We are thankful for the two new high school singers in the Chancel Choir. Seth and April Wing are the proud parents of Olive Victoria Wing, born August 10, 2016. (Grandparents are Mike & Vicki Wing.) Sara & Ben Shearer are the proud parents of a new baby, Evan, born 9-15-16 The vote for favorite hymn named “How Great Thou Art” as the song we will sing more over the next year. Fall Auction received over $4,000 in donations! (Finance Committee) Nicole Atkins Ethel Richardson Mia Shearer Laurnet Spalding Mary Jo Williams Abigail Barnes Lorraine Makeever Susan Dadisman Ann Otteman Brielle Reicks Jaden Holst Marla Grose Austin Wallroff Jackie Fuller Danielle Dadisman Brooklynn Massey Mary Sanger Karysa Richards Stephanie Sagers Helen Schnoor Cindy Schau Gale Stickley Laura Stephenson Andrew Johnson Marlene Dalziel Charlene Gruver Linda Stewart Colleen Petaros Eric Davis Laura Westphal Donny Olson Jolyn Richards Pat Hasenbank Karen Sellars 10/1 10/2 10/3 10/3 10/4 10/4 10/6 10/7 10/8 10/9 10/10 10/12 10/15 10/16 10/16 10/16 10/16 10/17 10/18 10/18 10/19 10/23 10/24 10/25 10/26 10/28 10/28 10/28 10/29 10/29 10/30 10/30 10/31 10/31 Kevin & Tammy Davis Hal & Sara Machael Aaron & Sherri James Merwin & Lullubelle Kock 10/4 10/13 10/18 10/18 Need a relaxing break from your routine? Consider attending the Walk to Emmaus! Here’s an update from recent moves from our membership: The 3-day Walk to Emmaus weekend is more than just a retreat! It is a wonderful spiritual experience that could make a real difference in your life! It is filled with loving people, good food, and many little surprises! (It is a spiritual walk-not a physical walk). It is a great chance to just get away and find more ways that Jesus can and will make a positive difference in your life! Many have felt very blessed to have been able to go. Ron & June Fisher 503 W. Iowa St. Greenfield, IA. 50849 Velma Witt-Colorado Speak with Pastor Jeff if you are interested in going this fall. Registration is encouraged about 4 weeks before the weekend. Lyle & Ethel Richardson 5618 Gatehouse Dr. Apt. B Eau Claire, WI. 54701 Oct. 20-23 Men’s weekend @ Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca Diane & Brad Bickford-San Tan Valley, AZ Nov. 3-6 Women’s Walk @ Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca 4 BIBLE STUDY: ACTS Adult Sunday School Class Holy Spirit Helps Witness Tree of Life Bible Studies LLC Jolyn Richards Sign up to order your study 563-564-5101 Cost $7.00 for 12 week classes. First United Methodist Church Mondays 11:00 AM-12:00 or Tuesdays 6:00-7:00 PM Beginning Oct. 16 The Wesleyan Way In this exciting and inspiring new study, Scott J. Jones helps seekers and believers to envision and practice discipleship as a way of life. Presenting Christianity from a Wesleyan perspective, Jones invites participants into a deeper, more thoughtful, more active commitment to Christ. This 8-session study helps participants focus on how, through discipleship with Jesus Christ, we become part of God’s work in transforming the world. Each week a different presenter shares their personal faith experience. Presenters include Adam Hamilton, Olu Brown, Felicia Hopkins, Jessica Moffat Seay, Jorge Acevedo, Rob Fuquay and author Scott Jones. Minivideos conclude each week with an interview or ministry story from the presenter’s home church. Do you listen to the Lord’s voice and know how to defend your faith? Acts gives us examples of how we can witness to others with help from the Holy Spirit about Jesus’ death and resurrection. We are to stand firm when persecution happens and do what is right by the word of God and not man. Luke writes about the ascension of Jesus to heaven, receiving of the Holy Spirit (on Pentecost) and how the church began for the first thirty years. Paul was converted to a believer and went on three missionary journeys to spread the Good News to both the Jews and Gentiles, performing miracles along the way. We are to keep preaching and teaching about Jesus. Meets at 9:30 A.M. In the adult classroom by the library. Bring in your coffee and enjoy the conversation! Study books are available. Facilitators: Steve Kahler and Colleen Petaros Adult Service & help offered We have developed a group to help members of our congregation with minor home tasks that they are unable to do. i.e. cleaning gutters, window cleaning, attic/basement cleaning, raking, etc. If you are interested, contact Bill Otteman (652-2815) or Pastor Jeff (652-4420) Advent Study Topic: The Redemption of Scrooge Begins on November 27th Help Wanted: We are seeking individuals for Ushering 2016. If you can help for the month or a couple of weeks, please call or email the office! Building Fund update Your donations towards the Building Fund are greatly appreciated all times of the year, but right now they could be very helpful. STAFF Here’s a few projects that are coming soon: --before winter Trustees will be discussing the replacement of the snow blower. The snow blower fits on the front of our John Deere lawn tractor and is reaching the end of its time. --modifications for the front of the sanctuary are under way and will be completed soon. --there are a number of smaller projects that we need to work on before snow. Pastor: Jeff Dadisman – 563-249-7661 (cell) Email:jeff.dadisman@gmail.com Secretary: Angie Parker Email: fumcsecty@msn.com Ministry Assistant: Colleen Petaros 563-321-0450 (Cell) Organist/Pianist: Sherry Krogman Joyful Noise/ Chancel Choir: Joel Hagen (652-4196) Treasurer: Connie Cressey: 563-357-0498 (cell) Custodian: Hal Machael (652-5464) Parish Nurse: Doris Currier (652-4403) Church Office Hours Men of the Vine Monday -Thursday 8:30-11:30 12:30-3:00 Friday 8:30 to 12:00 If you need assistance outside of these times, you may contact Pastor Jeff @ 563-249-7661 Don’t forget that on October 8th, we will meet at 8:00 am in the Fellowship Hall for our monthly Men’s Coffee. All men of the church are welcome for fellowship and coffee on the second Saturday of the month. www.maquoketamethodist.org Find us on Facebook at Maquoketa Methodist Church 5