July Events

Dodge City First United Methodist Church
I. N. K.
I
Now
Know
July, 2015
First United Methodist Church, Creating Opportunities for people to encounter
Christ in ways that they might believe and be made new.
July Events
July 5
Our new pastor,
Rev. Jerre Nolte
Will be here
OFFICE CLOSED FRIDAY JULY
3, 2015 THE DAY BEFORE
INDEPENDENCE DAY
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Pg.
2
Tania’s Column
3
Melyssa’s Column
4
Bryce’s Column
5
Sarah’s Column & Joyful News
6
UMW Book Reviews
7
Congregational News
9
Obituaries
10
Vital Stats
11
Calendar
From my heart to yours
“By this all will know that you
are My disciples, if you have
love for one another”
John.13:35 (NKJV)
I want to share a very
personal
matter,
how I
was
impacted by the words of Pastor
Lance in his last sermon preached.
After he gave a summary about his
work, and the hours he spent in the
ministry of our church, he said the
most
important
and
valuable
element, through which one can and
must measure, is love.
Every day I think we should
implement these wise words for the
proper
development
of
the
ministerial life of our church.
With pain, but with love and
gratitude at the same time, we have
given a farewell to Rev. Lance and
his family. And today I want to use
the words of our brother Mike
Morrison,
in
his
farewell
proclamation to them, to say what
we will continue to do: "creating
opportunities
for
people
to
encounter Christ, believe in Him,
and become new."
I also take this opportunity to say
that our congregation of DC First
UMC gives a loving welcome to our
next pastor, Rev. Jerre Nolte and his
wife; and we are confident that God
has sent them to our congregation
and community to continue to reach
souls for the Kingdom of heaven.
Let the people "know that we are
all disciples of Christ, for the love of
others."
In the love of Christ,
Pastor Tania
Desde mi corazón al tuyo
“En esto conocerán todos que sois mis
discípulos, si tuviereis amor los unos
con los otros” – Juan.13:35
Quiero compartirles de manera
muy
personal,
cómo
fui
impactada con las palabras del
Pastor Lance en su último sermón
predicado.
Entre tantas cosas importantes y de
gran relevancia que él expresó, hubo
algo que tocó especialmente mi
corazón. Después de haber hecho un
resumen acerca de su trabajo, y de
las horas que él invirtió en el
ministerio de nuestra iglesia, él señaló
que el elemento más importante y
valioso, a través del cual se puede, y
debemos medir, es el amor.
Creo que cada día debemos poner
en práctica esas sabias palabras para
el buen desarrollo de la vida
ministerial de nuestra iglesia.
Con dolor, aunque con mucho amor
y agradecimiento al mismo tiempo, le
hemos dado una despedida al Rev.
Lance y a su familia. Y hoy quiero
usar las palabras de nuestro hno.
Mike Morrison, en su proclamación de
despedida hacia ellos, para decir que
esto es lo que nosotros seguiremos
haciendo: “crear oportunidades para
que la gente se encuentre con Cristo,
crean en El, y sean hechas nuevas”.
También aprovecho este espacio
para decir que nuestra congregación
de la Primera IMU le da una amorosa
bienvenida a nuestro siguiente Pastor,
el Rev. Jerre Nolte, y a su esposa; y
estamos seguros que Dios les ha
enviado a nuestra congregación, y
comunidad
para
continuar
alcanzando a las almas para el Reino
de los cielos.
Que la gente “conozca que todos
somos discípulos de Cristo, por el amor
hacia los demás”.
En el amor de Cristo,
Pastora Tania
“In God we live, move, and exist.” Acts 17:28a
We are reminded that God created us to live a life for him, using all
that is gifted to us. I heard these words on the radio, “God gives us a
partner to work together to be more like Christ.” While this quote was
focusing on a husband and wife, it causes me to think of the many
relationships we have together in family, church, friends, activities, and work. I enjoy these
relationships much more when we are doing life together rather than life dictating what we
choose to do. Connections, connections, connections. The more we make an effort to connect
with God and those around us, the more we are able to find the blessings.
We can come alive just as God intends as we work together to help others connect with
the love and grace given by God. This is my favorite time of year. It is when our church comes
alive with the many in our church family and community working together to share the love of
Jesus during VBS! Not only are the kids connected, but all ages! This is apparent through Bible
Stories, teams, music, mission, games, snacks, fellowship, science, and crafts. This year our
theme is G-Force. God’s power is recognized through our ability to be in action through the
Love of God! What an awesome time to remember and celebrate all the ways we can
MOVE, ACT, CARE, FOLLOW, and SHARE! God Bless! Melyssa
Who wants to MOVE?
Decorate, prepare, lead children to each center
Who wants to ACT?
Act out the Bible Stories
Run sound and/or media during Opening/Closing of
VBS and VBS Celebration on July 19th
Who wants to CARE?
Support our teams and church to share the Good news
Who wants to FOLLOW?
In Jesus’ teachings to bless and be blessed by serving
Who wants to SHARE?
Gifts of your time, your talents, your resources, and passions
Share with friends, neighbors, on Facebook and social media
Of this special fun-filled week!
VBS Rally: July 8th 6:30
Haven’t signed up yet? Many hands and feet needed! How can you be a part?
Fill out a yellow sheet at the VBS Central or look over the opportunities below and contact
Melyssa
Free registration
is online at
www.firstchurchdc.com and
VBS Central at the church
Student Ministries
A Note From Bryce
"See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up, do you not
perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in
the wasteland...to give drink to my people, my chosen, the people
I formed for myself that they may proclaim my praise"
- Isaiah 43:19, 21
Xenophobia. The fear of the unknown. It is one of the
most common fears - although is usually not quite as
overwhelming as a fear of heights, spiders, or enclosed spaces.
It is something that we often can choose to ignore. We can stay
within our comfort zone for large portions of our lives. Yet, as
we transition to our new pastor this month, it is a fear that some
of us will have to face head on.
As the Israelites were preparing to return to the Holy Land
after years in captivity, they too were facing some unknowns.
So God sent Isaiah to speak words of comfort - "See I am doing
a new thing..." God was letting the Israelites know that the
unknown was being given to them by the same God that granted
their ancestors freedom from Egypt. God was telling them that
he would provide for their needs and care for them.
As we face our own fears in this time of transition, may
God's words through Isaiah provide you comfort as well. God is
about to do a new thing here in our church. God will care for us
and provide for us, so that we too may proclaim God's praise.
Weekly Programs
Sunday School: Through the summer, our Sunday School
Program will be based out of "Living Your Faith Through The
Tough Stuff." Each week we will look at difficult situations,
and how we are called to live our faith in the midst of these
times. The youth Sunday School class will meet in the RZ room
from 10-11.
Summer Evenings Youth summer evenings provide a casual
opportunity for our youth to encounter God in worship and
fellowship. Youth will have a chance to choose worship songs,
pray, and pick an activity. Summer evenings will meet in the
RZ room from 6:00-8:00pm on Wednesdays.
What to Know:
Our workcamp this past month
was a wonderful experience. Our
youth served the homeless
community in Lincoln, NE, served
with an addiction
recovery/homeless shelter in
Salina, as well as at UMMAM,
Youthville, Friendship Feast, and
the Meadowlark House here in
Dodge City. In working here, our
youth learned what opportunities
were available for mission work
in our own backyard. Two of our
youth have already spoken with
one of the agencies to see how
they can help in the future!
In addition to our service, the
workcamp provided wonderful
connections with the youth from
Centenary UMC in Beatrice, NE.
Upcoming Dates:
Summer Evenings
July 1
Sunday School
July 5
Summer Evenings
July 8
Sunday School
July 12
VBS
July 12-16
Sunday School
July 19
Summer Evenings
July 22
Overnight
July 24
Sunday School
July 26
Summer Evenings
July 29
SARAH SAYS
Yesterday's Blessings and
Looking For
the New Blessings
Exodus 16, Joshua 5:10-12
When the people fled Egypt with
Moses as their leader and wandered in
the desert- they learned to depend on
God for manna and quail to eat each
day. You remember that they could only
collect enough for that day, not more,
but all through the 40 years that they
were in the wilderness they were
provided food to eat every day- manna
and quail. They learned to depend on
God for their daily needs. Then when
they crossed over the Jordan River into
the promised land the manna and quail
stopped. They had to look for new
sources of food. But once again they
learned that God would provide. They
could depend on God here in this new
place and in this new way.
I'm finding myself hearing this Bible
story in a new way as we are in this time
of pastoral transition. I find myself
grieving and looking back gratefully at
Lance's ministry here, thinking about
how God grew us personally and as a
congregation through his leadership. But
does God want us to stay there living in
yesterday's blessings? No, I think that
like those who were living in the new
land, God wants us to look for the new
blessings in each day. Our Provider
wants us to see that the blessings
continue as we step into this new
chapter with Rev. Jerre Nolte. New
blessings, continued provisions - that we
can continue to depend on- if we will just
watch and trust our faithful God.
Joyful News!
Summer is Here!
The Children at Joy! have been very busy
with all of their summer activities. The
school-age program has been on the go to
the swimming pool, the city library, The
Alley, and to Pizza Hut to make pizza. They
have been on out of town field trips to
Tanganyika and Great Bend Wetlands. The
school Age Children are so excited about
more field trips to come! How Fun!!!
The Toddler and Preschool classes will be
enjoying a Water Fun Day on Friday’s at the
center on the playground once a week. This
is such a fun activity they look forward to.
They get to run through a sprinkler and have
water races! It’s also fun to see them get
their friends wet and also their teachers with
the water bottles!! The infants look forward
to their walks in the big stroller.
Please keep the children and staff of Joy! in
your prayers during this busy summer. We
hope all of you have a fun and safe summer!
Have a Safe and Happy 4th of July from all
of us at Joy!CDC.
Peace and Joy!
Christina Brown
Please help us!
If you know someone has gone into the
hospital, will have surgery or needs a visitplease call the church office- 227-8181 (Anytime
day or night- if it's after office hours you can
leave a message on the answering machine.) Or
call Sarah - 338-7526. Thank you!! We'd rather
hear 6 times than not at all!
UMW READING PROGRAM
Faith and Struggle on Smokey
Mountain by Benigno P. Beltran
Studies have shown that Filipinos are
among the most religious people in the
world. On early Easter morning, before
the sun comes up, they celebrate the
Resurrection with fireworks, parades,
and songs in the streets of Manila. The
celebration of faith becomes feverish as
participants dance and shout.
Community is very important and
religion encompasses this feeling of
belonging. A community of 25,000 lived
on Smokey Mountain in the heart of
Manila. The people there relied on their
relationships with each other to give
them strength. Smokey Mountain was
closed in 1995, because it was just that:
a burning heap of trash where several
tons of garbage was dumped every day.
It was a toxic existence and the
scavengers risked their lives daily when
they climbed the mountain looking for
salable junk – plastic, metal, and even
food. Many children did not live to the
age of five and infants were often
stillborn. Father Ben lived in the
garbage dump for thirty years and in
that time the scavengers, especially the
children, taught him about hope and
human dignity. This is their story.
Pat Kolb
Education for Mission (2015)
Because Amelia Smiled
by David Ezra Stein
This fanciful children’s book takes the
reader around the world on a wonderful
journey of human connectedness. It is
beautifully illustrated by Stein and
carries an important message for all of
us: A simple smile can make a
difference far beyond the person it is
meant for. If we remember to smile
even when it isn’t easy, we will lift a
heart somewhere; maybe even our own.
This book is a must read.
Pat Kolb
Nurturing for Community (children
2015)
Thank You
Thank you all so much
for the outpouring of
love and support in the
final days of our time
here in Dodge,
especially on the 21st.
Kristi and I want to share our new address
with you.
Lance and Kristi Carrithers
6858 E. Mainsgate Rd.
Wichita, KS 67226
My phone remains 620-255-4210.
Kristi’s phone remains 620-255-4073.
My Email is lrcarrithers@gmail.com and
Kristi’s is carrithersk@gmail.com
Blessings, until we meet again.
--Lance
TRANSITION TEAM
Our bishop, Scott Jones, has encouraged our
congregation to form a transition team for our
new minister, Jerre Nolte. I have been
encouraged to read a small book about the
importance of starting well. The first three
months of a pastor’s appointment to a new
congregation often set the tone for the pastor’s
whole ministry in that church. A crucial aspect
of this transition is the relationship between the
pastor and the lay leaders of the church. I have
formed a committee and we will meet monthly
for about 8 months with Rev. Nolte and serve as
a focus group for him to review plans, share
ideas and test changes before they are
implemented. I have asked 13 people(listed
below) to be on this transition team. We would
appreciate your prayers as we proceed with this
mission.
Beth Love
Brad White, Matt Foos, Steve Cauble, Gabriel
Galeas, Alma Flores, Ann Frigon, Greta Clark,
Ben Kennedy, Jan Scott, Kay Young, Sandy
Tarter, Floris Jean Hampton, Angie Koehn
NEW MEMBERS
Javed & Nasim Inayat became members by
profession of faith at the 8:55 a.m. service
on June 7, 2015.
Leah Hayes became a member by transfer
from another Methodist Church at the
10:00 a.m. service on June 21, 2015.
LISTS, LISTS, LISTS!
Below are the names of those who are
sponsoring flowers, broadcasts, bells, and Upper
Rooms for the month of July.
July 5
July 12
July 19
July 26
PULPIT FLOWERS
Shirley Rumsey
Sarah Godbey
Dee McKnight
available
July 5
July 12
July 19
July 26
RADIO BROADCASTS - $100
Charlcie Black
available
Judy Lenz
available
TOWER BELLS - $75
WEEK OF
June 28-July 4
July 5-11
July 12-18
July 19-25
July 26-Aug 1
Kornechuks
Wiles
Kathie Schlereth
Kornechuks
Austens
UPPER ROOM SPONSOR 2015
Ann Frigon & Preferred Investments
SYMPATHY
We express our sympathy
to…
…Doug Shipe & family on the death of his
brother.
…Nikki Myers & family on the death of her
mother.
…the family of Arlene Davis.
…Stephanie Fuhrmann & family on the
death of her cousin.
…Steve Myers & family on the death of his
brother.
…the family of Rod Rohn.
Out – of – Town Bulletins
Theo Melia, Colleyville, TX
Bonita Hizar, Goddard, KS
Bonita Hizar, Rose Hill, KS
Guests in Worship Sunday
We were delighted to welcome these
guests at our services:
(June 21, 2015)
In – Town
Jason, Amy & Michael Hennigh, Delores
McKnight.
Out – of – Town
Chuck & Linda Buchmueller, Nathan
Buchmueller, Nichole Domack, Calvin,
Taylor & Elijah Ntinika, Peggy Tuxhorn,
Dennis Williams, Dick & Joanne Doherty.
(May 24, 2015)
In – Town
Erasmo Vega.
Out – of – Town
Elaine & Jack Shult, Norma Immroth,
Stephanie Porsch.
(May 31, 2015)
In – Town
Jasmine Bishop.
Out – of – Town
Kaetlyn & Ashlyn Bounds, Clyde & Judy
Burrows, Gena Kay Epp, Calvin, Taylor &
Elijah Ntinika, Rebecca Ashley Gonzalea,
Erasmo Vega, John & Shnita George.
(June 7, 2015)
In – Town
Jason, Amy & Michael Hennigh, Skyeler
Herrera, Perry Jarolim, Richard & Laura Mae
Swartz.
Out – of – Town
Ronna Keagle, Jim & Mary Shultz, Travis,
Joel, Terry, Evie & Reichel.
(June 14, 2015)
In – Town
None.
Out – of – Town
Shelly Alexander, Marlin Brown, Pam & Eli
Hampton, Chuck & Linda Buchmueller, Scott
& Amy Gurtner, Kiefer Trowbridge.
YOU’RE INVITED
Everyone is invited to the welcoming
reception for Rev. Jerre and Jalynn Nolte
being held in the parlor at 9:45 a.m. on July
5, 2015.
OBITUARY
Arlene C. Davis
(March 19, 1932 - June 6, 2015)
Centennial, Colorado - Arlene C. Davis, 83, died June 6, 2015 at Centennial, Colorado. She was
born on March 19, 1932 in Hodgeman County, to Edward and Marguerite (Brown) Drach.
Arlene attended and graduated from Dodge City Senior High School in 1950. On November 28,
1957, she married Donald E.Davis in Dodge City.
Arlene grew up on a farm in south Hodgeman County, and lived most of her adult life in Dodge
City. Arlene helped with the family business, Davis and Sons Sand Sales. She also worked at the
High Plains Journal for thirty years retiring in 2006. Other employment through the years
included John's Body Shop and Muetings' Nursery. In 2009 she moved to Aurora, Colorado, to
be closer to her children and grandchildren.
Arlene was active in her church and community. She was a member of the First United
Methodist Church in Dodge City, where she sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, and was a
member of the church's Women's Circle. Arlene was also active in the Ford County Extension
program, serving as a member of the Sunny South Extension Homemakers Unit and a 4-H
leader. She also was an active member of TOPS KS # 411, serving in several leadership roles. In
2006, Arlene was honored as the TOPS State Queen of Kansas. She was also a devoted mother
who volunteered in her children's schools as a band booster and room mother each year.
Survivors include her children, Richard Davis and wife, Genie of Denton, Texas; Ed Davis and
wife Vicki of Centennial, Colorado; and Lori Thompson and husband John, Aurora, Colorado;
three granddaughters, Jill Davis, Jessica Davis and Haley Thompson; one brother Norman Drach
of Dodge City and one sister, Marjorie Keller of Tustin, Calfornia. Arlene was preceded in death
by her husband, Donald and her parents Edward and Marguerite Drach.
Memorial service was held at Swaim Funeral Home, Dodge City, on Saturday, June 13th, 2015
at 10:00 A.M. with Rev. Randall Jahnke presiding. Inurnment followed at Maple Grove
Cemetery in Dodge City. Memorials are suggested to the First United Methodist Church of
Dodge City, or the Alzheimers Association, in care of Swaim Funeral Home, 1901 6th Avenue,
Dodge City, Kansas. 67801. Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.
The Church’s Vital Statistics
Date
Worship
Attendance
Last Year
Worship
Attendance
Sunday
School
Last Year
Sunday
School
Giving
Last Year
Giving
5/24
256
276
113
85
7,816
7,971
5/31
317
284
109
95
11,576
12,695
6/7
281
257
97
94
17,277
14,729
6/14
288
313
69
n/a
10,858
8,200
6/21
286
266
n/a
91
8,766
10,184
YTD
7,668
8,094
2,556
2,453
321,689
322,221
YTD avg
320
324
111
102
Ministry & Mission Giving
Needed for 2015: $77,563
Received as of 6/21/15: $38,527
Still Needed: $39,036
Persons From Our Congregation Living in Nursing/Rest Homes
(Does not include those in Independent Living Apartments at Manor of the Plains)
Please remember in prayer those in nursing/rest homes.
If you know of anyone we have missed,
call us at 227-8181.
Trinity Manor
Georgene Nuss
Darleen Mapel
Velma Faulds
Patsy Craven
Haviland
Gladys Blake
Arizona
Dick Kline
Sterling House
Jim Creevey
Don Miller
Gus Crump
Inez Stoltz
Elkhart
Larry & Janet
Maurer
Montezuma
Lucille McGrew
Manor of the Plains
Lula May Woodson
Bob Borthwick
Dale Tuxhorn
Rex McGugin
Dora Lee Starks
Irene Hastings
Robert Harden
Everett Fieser
Norma Schoen
Bob Meanor
Good Samaritan
Dorothy Huck
Virginia Bierce
Linda Mahieu
Topeka
Leon Allen
Anna Allen
Garden City
Marjory Howarter
Ilah Stone
Jacquelin Kirmer
First United Methodist Church
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First United Methodist Church’s Mission Statement:
“Creating Opportunities for people to encounter Christ in ways that they might believe
and be made new.”