April 2015 - Morton United Methodist Church

April,2015
Making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.
Praying through...
Well-known Christian preacher and teacher,
Tony Campolo, often declaimed a sermon
he had heard at his predominantly AfricanAmerican congregation in Philadelphia.
The message has come to be known as:
It’s Friday, but Sunday’s Coming! It
deals with the harsh realities of Good Friday: the betrayal, denials, and desertions, the injustice and agony of the cross, the sorrow and fear of
Jesus’ followers, and the dreadful sense that evil
had won and something wonderful had ceased to
be. But punctuating the message periodically came
the expectant refrain: It’s Friday, (long pause) but
Sunday’s Coming!
Later in that same letter, Paul says something hauntingly unexpected and spiritually
powerful about the cross: May I never
boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus
Christ, through which the world has been
crucified to me, and I to the world.
(Galatians 6:14)
Remember this Easter Season, that it’s
Easter that makes our Good Fridays good!
Let’s pray through...
Your brother in Christ,
~ Pastor Gary
Bits and Pieces:
And the only way you and I can make sense of the
hurts and pains and fears and disappointments of
our lives is to pray through our Good Fridays all the
way to Easter.
Youth Pastor. As of this writing, the Staff Parish
Relations Committee has just (last night) hired our
next Youth Pastor. His name is Eric Gordon. He
and his wife, Jen, are returning to this area, with
their 6-week old baby. Eric has served as a lay pastor in a church in Astoria, New York. Prior to that,
he was a Community Center Program Director for
the Salvation Army in Peoria. In the May FOOTPRINTS, we will have a more detailed biography
and welcome for Eric and his family. Stay tuned.
If it’s illness we battle, we pray with our eyes on
Easter—whether an Easter miracle of healing in this
life or the ultimate healing of the next. If it’s separation, sin and loneliness that besets us, we pray
through our Good Fridays all the way to the reunions and restorations of Jesus’ Easter season appearances, where the sad and lonely see Christ, the
doubting believe, the separated are restored and the
fearful are made brave.
Church Family Council. Thanks to everyone who
attended, watched or participated in our annual
Church Family Council last month. The mortgage
burning was a fun first for me! Our next steps include the establishment of a Building Committee
and the fine-tuning of our Phase 2 expansion plans.
As we said on February 22, please continue to give
to our Building Fund! Wouldn’t it be amazing if we
could pay cash for Phase 2?
Whatever your cross, pray through it. Praying
through our cross to the Easter God has in mind for
us helps turn our crosses into victory symbols and
our crucifixions into resurrections: Listen to the
Apostle Paul:
Easter Week. Turn to the next page for more about
plans and possibilities for Holy Week, including
Monday through Friday morning “Prayer Services”
at 6:30 a.m., a Passover Seder service on Maundy
Thursday at 6:30 p.m., our Noon Good Friday service, and our Sunrise Service at Ackerman Farms
on Easter Sunday at 6:30 a.m., followed by our
three regular Easter Services at 8:00, 9:30 and
10:45 a.m. Bring a friend, for Sunday’s Coming!
The only way we Christians can look at the cross
and make any sense of it at all is by looking at the
cross through the lens of the empty tomb and
through the eyes of the resurrected Jesus!
For I am crucified with Christ, nevertheless I live, yet
not I, but Christ lives in me. And the life I now live in
the flesh, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved
me and gave Himself for me. (Galatians 2:20)
Contact
Information
420 N Tennessee Ave
Morton, IL 61550
309-266-7174 phone
309-263-1498 fax
info@mortonumc.org
www.mortonumc.org
Worship Services
Sunday
Celebration
8:00 & 9:30 am
Praying through 2015
Here’s our Holy Week Schedule:
Mar. 29
Palm Sunday afternoon, Pastor Gary will be leading services at
Hopedale Commons and Hopedale Nursing Home at 3:00 and
4:00 p.m. Would anyone like to come along?
Mar. 30—April 3 PRAYER SERVICES, each morning at 6:30 a.m.
April 2
MAUNDY THURSDAY Passover Seder at 6:30 p.m. in the
Gym. Come experience the Passover Seder as it reflects what
Jesus and the disciples celebrated on Maundy Thursday. The
Seder is for all ages; children are key in this celebration. Please
sign up by calling the office or turning in a sign-up sheet from
the bulletin! This way will know how many places to set!
April 3
GOOD FRIDAY Service at Noon! The theme for the service is
Praying through Pain and will allow us to re-live the three
prayers Jesus prayed from the Cross!
April 5
EASTER SUNDAY Sunrise Service at Ackerman Farms at
6:30 a.m. (just 5 minutes after the actual sunrise!) Let’s rise up
as early as Mary Magdalene on the first Easter!
Cross Connections
10:45 am
Tuesday Communion
8:00 am
Sunday
Christian Education
September-May
9:30 or 10:45 am
Sunday School
Ages 2-High School
Adult Classes
WATCH
Wednesday night
At The CHurch
SCHEDULE
September-May
5:00-5:30
children’s choir/
cherub choir
5:00-6:30
family meal
6:00-7:30
methodist kids
6:45-8:15
youth
6:30-8:00
adult studies
PALM SUNDAY. The message at all of our services: Praying
a Last Prayer John 17. Jesus’ last long prayer for the disciples
and the believers he was about to die for!
TRADITIONAL EASTER SUNDAY Services at 8:00 & 9:30
with our CROSS CONNECTIONS CONTEMPORARY Service at 10:45. The message is entitled Resurrection Power and
the text is Philippians 3:7-11
After Easter, we begin a new sermon series on the Prayers of the Early
Church. How did the first followers of Jesus pray when the going got rough?
What can we learn from them? Come and find out!
Apr. 12
Praying for Leaders Acts 1:24-26. How did the first followers
find a replacement for Judas? And how did they pray?
Apr. 19
Praying in the Face of Persecution Acts 4:24-30. How would
we pray if the Christianity in America came under attack?
Would we pray for protection? Safety? Deliverance from our
foes? Wait till you see how the first Christians prayed!
Apr. 26
CONFIRMATION SUNDAY. Praying for Enlightenment
Acts 9:5-6. Does the Lord listen to the cries of hateful people?
The Bible says that Saul (Paul) was “breathing threats and murder” against the followers of Jesus. Surely, the Lord wouldn’t
listen to his prayers! Au contraire...
May the Lord bless every effort we make to understand and to practice prayer
in 2015!
Connect to God/Connect to People of God
Blood Pressure Sunday April 19th is Blood Pressure Sunday. Stop by the table in the Gym to get your blood pressure
taken. Your privacy is maintained with trained nurses from our church.
Take time to spring into action towards better health by lowering your stress and enjoying
warmer weather. Walking outside is a great way to enjoy the world that God has created for
us. Hug a tree or pick a flower. Give thanks to God for all our blessings.
Morton Relay for Life “
For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me some thing to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in,” Matthew 25:35
So many people have been affected by cancer. The Morton Relay for Life event is a fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. It also is a way to help raise awareness of
how many people have experienced cancer either within their own life, a family member or a
loved one.
Help us form a team for the Morton Relay for Life event on Saturday, May 30 from 3-10
p.m. You can sign up to walk for an hour or more. You can purchase a luminary for the remembrance walk or you can just make a donation towards our team fund raising goal. Stop
by the table on the Gym on the 2nd Sunday morning or the month or talk with Pastor Lori,
Yvonne Cole, or Dale and Ellen Hall.
Honduras Team We are counting down the days until we travel to Honduras as a team sent from the Illinois Great Rivers Conference. We ask for your continued prayers. There are 15 people
on the team: Susan, Kaitlyn, Jennifer, Adrian, Gregory, Lori, Kassidy, David, Bridget,
John, Nels, Lisa, Alex and Mark. Pray for the team and those with whom we will serve
in the name of Christ. Walk to Jerusalem during Lent
“His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have
been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and
share your master’s happiness!’” Matthew 25:21
Good job. It is the last few days until Easter and our walk to Jerusalem will be complete. We hope this time of walking and praying through Lent has brought you closer
to God and God’s people. Thank you to all who have participated.
Membership Class
So in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. (Romans 12:5)
Are you (or someone close to you) interested in becoming a member of Morton
UMC? Join us for 2 membership classes on Sunday, April 12, and Sunday, April
19. We’ll meet in the Youth Room (NW corner of the building) from noon to 1:30,
beginning with a light lunch! In the first session we will review basic biblical Christian beliefs and the story of the United Methodist Church. In the second session, we
will explore of the distinctions of our own congregation and what it means to be a
member. If interested, please call the church office or contact JoAnn Kraft! Children’s Education and Music
April Important Dates
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Final WATCH
Maundy Thursday Worship 6:30 pm
Good Friday Service NOON
Easter Sunday! Egg Hunt 9:30 am
Rotation 7 Begins
Children’s Choir and Cherub Choir Pizza Party
5:00-6:30 pm
VBS Team Meeting 6:30 pm
Children’s & Cherub Choirs Sing at 8/9:30 am
VBS Work Night 6:30 pm
Confirmation Sunday
Baby Time!
We are growing again! We want to say welcome
to our newest addition in our church family…
Briggs Lucas Sancken
March 5, 2015
Parents—Zack & Ellen
FINAL WATCH
April 1! Join us for a “Pajama Party!” Wear
your PJ’s and bring your stuffed animals! We
are finishing up our WATCH year with a pajama
party, serving your breakfast favorites! Then
join us around 6:15 for out annual talent showcase! You NEVER want to miss this!
EASTER
Don’t miss EASTER SUNDAY! A beautiful day for
worship! AND you don’t want to miss our annual
Easter Egg Hunt for ages 2-6th grade during the
Sunday School hour, 9:30am. See you there!
Sunday School K-6
Teach Me To Pray 4/12-5/17
Art – Nancy Aune/ Lisa Hutchison
Cooking—STILL NEED A TEACHER!
Game – Jarrett Brown
Movie – Lynn & Sarah Losey
Music – Cathy Gale
Science - Lindsay Franklin
PIZZA PARTY
The Children’s and Cherub Choirs will be having
a final rehearsal and PIZZA PARTY on
Wednesday, April 15, 5:00-6:30pm. Our final
date to sing in worship for this “school year” will
be on Sunday, April 19. Hope to see ALL of you
there!
VBS TEAM Meeting,
Wednesday, April 15, 6:30
Vacation Bible School
WORK NIGHTS
LOTS of preparation goes into the VBS ministry!
Please join us on Wednesday nights, beginning
on April 22 at 6:30 to help us paint, draw, cut
out, build and create an amazing learning
environment, as well, as prep materials for the
daily lessons. WE NEED YOU! MANY hands make
LIGHT work and keeps certain people from
mental breakdowns!
High School Graduates
Planning is underway for our High School Senior Recogni on Day. It will be held on Sunday, May 17th. More details will be coming, but in the mean me, anyone with a gradua ng senior needs to send 8‐10 pictures and a brief statement of their post gradua on plans to Lisa Hutchison, lhutch301@gmail.com by April 26th to ensure that they will be included in the slide show. Joint Event: Monday, April 20 at 7 pm
United Methodist Women, United Methodist Men and Youth Human Trafficking Panel discussion and video informa on Come to find out ways we can work together to make a difference in our own backyard. Confirmation Sunday April 26 8th grade confirma on class will be presented to the 8 and 11 am services and confirmed at the 9:30 service. A recep on table will be in the Gym between the worship services. WHAW- what happens after the final watch? th
 No youth events on Wednesday April 8 because of school spring break.  Youth will con nue to meet from April 15 un l May 20. 6:15‐9:00  VBS YOUTH HELPER: If youth want to be involved with Vaca on Bible school, June 28‐July 2, you must complete an applica on. Please see Amy or Pastor Lori for the applica on. Space is limited. Also, the youth training event is scheduled for May 13 from 5:45 un l 6:15 with regular youth events following this training. Youth must come to this training event to be a VBS helper. th
 No youth events on May 27 . Jr High Mission Survivor - June 7-11, 2015 Cost: $105.00 Plans have begun for an ac on packed opportunity to serve our community and grace people along the way. Sign up is located on a clip board in the youth office. $30.00 scholarship is available with applica on. Applica on, waiver forms and $50.00 deposit are due May 20th. Final payment is due June 7th. Overnight loca on is Benckendorf property. For current 6, 7 & 8th graders. Sr High Move Conference - June 14-20 in Holland, Michigan
For youth currently in high school. Cost: $300.00 We will include service projects with this Conference and an a ernoon at the beach on Lake Michigan. $100.00 scholarship is available with applica on. Only 10 youth can a end, so SIGN UP NOW! Applica on, waiver forms and deposit of $100, due May 13th. Final payment due June 7th. United Methodist Women
Christ Centered & Missions Focused
Women of Faith
UMW Board
Cathy Bowen - President
Becky Motta - Vice President
April 2014
Carrie Hoefling - Secretary
Nicole Potts - Treasurer
Traci Sullivan - Education & Interpretation/Social Action
Please join us at the following gatherings!
Circles
Abigail:
Mary Barrick - Membership
Cheri Patterson - Spiritual Growth
Wednesday, April 22nd at 9:15am
Program: Service Project
Hannah:
Thursday, April 2nd at 9:30am
Youth Room
Speaker: Tammy Grieder
Ruth:
Wednesday, April 15th at 9am
Youth Room
Program: “Walking the Bible”
Go Forth: From Creation to Abraham
Sarah:
Monday, April 20th at 7pm
Program: Human Trafficking
Tammy Grieder - Program Resources
Amanda Long - Communications
Erin Jones - Nominations
Kathy Churchill - Products
Barb Howard - Funeral Dinners
Sara Losey - Kitchen Coordinator
UMW
Circle Leaders
Abigail
Traci Sullivan/Tammy Grieder
Hannah
Geneva Maple
Ruth
Jan Sampson
Sarah
Kathy Dallinger/Melissa Smallenberger
Board Meeting
Wednesday, April 1st at 9:00am
Youth Room
Every Daughter Brunch (Once Upon an Apron)
Saturday, April 18th at 11am
Program by Susan Zurcher
See additional details in the form on the following page.
Human Trafficking
Saturday, April 20th at 7pm
Speakers: Stacey Kaiser, Amber Masters from the International Justice Mission in Peoria, and a Law Enforcement Representative.
The program will include a short video and a panel discussion
with Q&A.
United Methodist Women
From
Presidents Corner:
Tell Your Apron’s Story
the President
Last month’s Footprints included an invitation to attend the Every Daughter’s Brunch on April 18.
Sarah Circle members are working hard – as always – to bring us a fun and interesting program.
This year it’s all about aprons. We are all encouraged to wear a favorite apron and tell its story. I
can’t wait!!
I think about the many women in the Bible who must have worn aprons even if they didn’t call them
aprons. Mary and Martha, for instance, were always serving meals and attending to the needs of
others. And, how about the widow who swept her floor and hunted for that one coin? She was probably wearing an apron as well. The Proverbs 31 woman surely wore an apron as she prepared everything her family needed before the day had barely begun.
And so it is with each of us. Our UMW heritage is one of serving others with grateful hearts and eager hands. When we put on our aprons, we are a formidable force for good: serving brunches, funeral dinners, Wednesday night meals, or teas for our sisters in Christ. Every serving opportunity is
also an opportunity to be God’s hands and share the gospel with others. By our acts of service we
are walking examples of what God has called us to be and do.
Well done, good and faithful servants!
In Christ,
Cathy
Morton United Methodist Church ~ MENU ~ Egg Casserole Fruit Kabob Assorted Pastries Coffee, Tea, Juice ~ Child’s Menu ~ (10 and under) French Toast S cks Fruit Kabob Juice, Milk Saturday, April 18, 2015 11:00 a.m. 420 North Tennessee Avenue, Morton WEAR A FAVORITE APRON! Program Presented by: Susan Zurcher Name (please print) All seats are reserved. # Adults # Children High chair? Adults $12.00 Children $6.00 (10 & under) Amount Enclosed: HOW MAY WE SERVE YOU? Sea ng Preference Request: Do you need childcare? Yes No Please return payment, along with this form, to the Church Office by Sunday, April 12. Checks payable to Sarah Circle MUMC. Hosted by the Sarah Circle of the United Methodist Women MEET JANE CHAPMAN
Jane Chapman has been our organist at MUMC for 35 years. She had originally agreed to help out while they
were looking to fill the organist position. Jane was one of three girls that grew up in Wisconsin. The middle
child. She attended church while growing up with her parents and siblings. She really only tried to stay home
from church one week and felt so bad about it that she never made that choice again. Jane attended college to
become a nurse with a minor in music and when the college discontinued the nursing program she made music
her course of study. Jane was introduced to her husband, Jerry by her church camp counselor. (Jerry’s mother) Jane married at 19 and became a mother of three children. Jane first played the piano for children’s choir
in Bloomington by invitation of Alan Newhalls’ mother. Jane moved to Morton in 1977. She was married 28
years. She ended up divorced and found great peace in her friends that stayed close. In 2001, Jane was diagnosed with breast cancer and is a survivor today. Don Chapman became a friend and companion and they are
blessed by marriage. Two things Jane is…a caregiver and a trusted friend. Jane has always thought faith is a
wonderful thing and has been fascinated by where it comes from. She was always interested in what's the rest
of the story. Her two sustaining verses are Phil. 4:4-7 and James 1:2-3. Jane never asked, “why me”? She
always asks, “why not me”?
Cathy Bowen’s Book Launch Party
Do you ever feel like a dirt sandwich? All “look-at-me-I’ve-got-it-all-together” on the outside while you’re all
“if-you-only-knew-how-bad-I-feel” on the inside? Author, Catherine Bowen, wants you to know you are not
alone!
Find compassion and understanding in the real-life experiences of the author as she shares
her own struggles to find hope, peace and joy while fighting the pain of hidden depression,
illness and loss.
Her personal relationship with our Savior is expressed with humor, honesty, and a faith that
speaks to the human condition. You find yourself in her every day challenges and may very
well be drawn into a closer relationship with Jesus, too.
Discover comforting words in her unique style: If we can find joy, hope and peace through
faith, love and prayer, we are livin’ the dream!
Please join me as I launch my new book!
Morton United Methodist Church
Sunday, April 26, 2015
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
I will be signing purchased* copies!
Refreshments will be served.
*10% of all sales will be donated to Morton United Methodist Church Building Fund.
BOOK CLUB:
The next UMW Book Club meeting will be on Monday, April 13 in the Gathering Area at
6:30 p.m.
The book choice is, In Every Pew Sits A Broken Heart, by Ruth Graham, daughter of Billy
Graham.
In the book, Ruth Graham reveals her personal struggles in a not so perfect life. She
searches scripture for hope, help, and guidance to deal with life’s hurts and failures. The
book also gives guidance to us about how we can help those who are hurting and who sit
beside us in church.
Building Use Requests:
In light of the many activities held at Morton United Methodist Church, and because the primary purpose of the building is to gather to worship God, give and
receive instruction, initiate Mission, and enjoy Christian fellowship, it is important to manage the use of the building well.
If you would like to use the church for an activity please:
1. Contact the church office to check the availability of the date.
2. Complete the CHURCH FACILITY USE REQUEST and room setup diagram and return it to
the church office ASAP. (Pick up from church office or receive via email)
3. The complete request form will be forwarded to the Trustees committee for approval.
4. The church office will contact the group’s contact with the Trustees committee's decision.
Priority for use of the church building will be given as follows:
Priority 1. Church groups: gatherings/meetings to carry out the ministries of the church.
(Worship, Christian Education, Outreach, Evangelism, Youth, Small Groups, Prayer, Congregational Care, Fellowship, Stewardship, Men's/Women's)
Priority 2. Church related groups: Church sponsored organizations; interfaith groups, youth development groups and groups which carry out the purposes of the church.
Priority 3. MUMC Members: Includes members personal use and their use on behalf of groups
they formally sponsor or take responsibility for. (i.e. Community service organizations, community
interest groups, receptions, non-church sponsored recitals, recreation and fellowship activities, club
or group meetings.)
On occasion, previously scheduled meetings may need to be moved to accommodate an event of greater significance, such as a funeral. When this happens, alternate arrangements with the preempted group will be attempted.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact the church office for additional information.
A special thanks to Pastor Gary for Galen’s service, the women who prepared and served our lunch. Also for the special music by Amy & Jane. It was very much appreciated. ‐ The Galen Ivey Family Upcoming Events:
April 10 - First (second) Friday Game Day - 11:00 a.m. We’ll play Farkle after lunch (provided).
April 14 - Mid-Month Lunch - We’ll meet at the church @ 11:00 a.m. and head to Kutchies on the Water.
April 17 - Movie Day we’ll show “Unbroken” @ 1:00 p.m. in the Youth Room with popcorn.
April 26 - Lunch for the Bunch at Avanti’s in East Peoria following the 10:45 worship service.
Walking for Exercise—every Monday, Wednesday and Friday @ 8: 00 a.m. in the Gym We are walking to Jerusalem….help us get there!
Please let Kerry know if you are interested in attending the following theater productions:
April 25 - Jesus Christ Superstar at Eastlight Theater @ 2:00p.m.
May 3 - Happy Days at Bertha Frank—3:00 p.m.
OUR EASTER OFFERING We will again be blessing two organizations, The United
Methodist School in Saclapea, Liberia and Peoria Friendship House of Christian Service with
our Easter Offering this year.
On Sunday, April 5, we will once again benefit families here in our community and families
in Africa. The United Methodist School in Saclapea, Liberia, has reopened after the Ebola
emergency. Praise the Lord! Our prayers have been answered and the love and care we sent across the ocean
has helped our brothers and sisters in their recovery. More good news is that the enrollment of students in the
school has increased to 305. It is wonderful that we were able to partner with them in adding two rooms to the
school in 2014 and more recently to assist in purchasing needed desks. However, we still have the opportunity
to offer scholarships to students at $45 a year. Part of our special offering will benefit the families with scholarships.
“Peoria Friendship House of Christian Service has served the poorest neighborhood of Peoria for the last 64
years. In a neighborhood that has seen generations of poverty, we sit here in the midst of them as a beacon of
light bringing the Lord's message that He ‘knows the plans for you, says the Lord, plans not to harm you, but to
bring you a future with hope.’ The need is great. Since August, the number of meals we have served has risen
over 300%. The men, women and children in this community live in deep poverty and they are hungry.
Friendship House comes alongside people in need by providing services that lift them from hopelessness in
times of crisis, such as food, clothing, education, after school care, rental and utility assistance. We offer short
and long-term case management that works with the neighborhood as we help them learn how to help themselves. We are committed to reaching out a helping hand with respect and instilling dignity to a neighborhood
that has mostly lost hope. By providing GED classes, citizenship classes, employment preparation and clothing
for interviews and work, we help to lift them to a better place for employment, which allows them to acquire
suitable housing. All year long, we pick up children after school and tutor them with homework assistance in
our After School Program. In the summer, they are safe and learn with us during an 8 week long summer
camp. But the best help we offer the children comes from the fact that we help the whole family by providing
guidance, parenting classes and caring support. The prayer of Friendship House is that we can help lead families to transformed lives and a hope that comes from knowing the Lord Jesus. We invite you to partner with us
and be a source of that hope.” ~ Melanie McNiff, President and CEO, Peoria Friendship House of Christian Service
On a side note, Melanie, the President and CEO of Friendship house is the daughter of Dick & Carol McClelland, who attend our Cross Connections service.
Prayerfully consider giving generously to make a difference in many lives.
LADIES OF MORTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
You are invited to a fellowship time with a group of ladies from the Islamic congregation in Peoria on Tuesday,
May 19, here in our Gym. We will meet from 10:00 a.m. to about noon for a time of conversation and then a
light lunch. Last fall a group of ladies from our church visited with them in Peoria and because we enjoyed it so
much we want to return the invitation. The Sisters in Faith and the United Methodist Women invite you to this
special event. Please let us know your attendance by signing the sheet on the Welcome Center counter by Sunday, May 10. Contact JoAnn Kraft with questions.
IT IS BLOOD TIME AGAIN! The annual Red Cross Blood Drive in our Gym will
be held on Monday, June 8, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. For participating we will provide
our usual “healthy snacks” of fruit, veggies, cheese and crackers plus a few unhealthy
snacks! You will have the opportunity to sign up here at the church or online. We all rely
on this life-saving supply of blood at our local hospitals. NOTE: THE LAST DATE TO
GIVE WHOLE BLOOD BEFORE JUNE 8 IS APRIL 14.
Administrative
Flower Ministry
April 5
April 12
April 19
April 26
Financial
Stewardship
Report
Lilies & Mums
Brian & Beth Wirth
Attendance
February 1
February 8
February 15
February 22
189
398
353
371
Total
1,311
Average 328 Hospitalized
Doreen Warfield
Joyce Kovalcik
Mike Kovalcik
Ellen Sancken
Elizabeth Dinschel
Pat Allen
Kent Buffington
Clarence Stocks
With Sympathy to
Roger Kolb, whose daughter died February 22.
The family of Galen Ivey, who died February 25.
The family of Mary Starr, whose nephew Michael
Petersen died February 28.
The family of Barbara Ort, who died March 1.
The family of Tammy Grieder, whose mother Toni
Adams died March 7.
The family of Sharon Gilbert, whose mother Vera
Livingston died March 11.
The family of Leone Wayman, whose brother Eugene died March 14.
April 20, 2015
John Pfeifer
Mike Tewksbury
Finn Tewksbury
Ashley Diemer
Scarlet Long
Connie Stephens
Melissa Strunk
Traci Sullivan
N. Jean Benckendorf
M. Gene Davis
Jan Pontius
Rachel Thompson
Wyatt Franklin
Rush Hoehne
Carolu Kizer
J. Eugene Morse
Caroline Potts
Janet Wells
Robert Behle
Rylan Jones
Luke Wiegardt
Jennifer Williams
Malia Kimmerle
Julie Bethel
Sheila Raubach
Michelle VanEtten
Norma Westbrook
Michele De Couto
Benjamin Harrison
Justin W. Sager
Kacy Sager
Marilyn Formhals
Broc Schmidt
Bailey Meiner
Jo Uhde
Kelly Fort
Randall Walker
Andrew Majors
Russell Young
Clark Boers
Teresa Hanback
Jayne Benckendorf
Jacob Uhlman
Alex De Couto
Judith Poole
Sarah Wefer
Daniel Wefer
Austin Weyland
James Benckendorf
Connor Loudermilk
Susan McCuskey
Lily Tewksbury
Heather Armistead
Jacob Cole
Grace Gilbert
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420 n tennessee ave
morton il 61550-9706
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MORTON, ILLINOIS
PERMIT NO. 26
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MORTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH MINISTRY STAFF
LEAD PASTOR
Gary Motta
garym@mortonumc.org
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
Lori Harvey
lorih@mortonumc.org
MINISTER OF MUSIC AND EDUCATION
Amy Smith
amys@mortonumc.org
MINISTER OF CONGREGATIONAL CARE
JoAnn Kraft
joannk@mortonumc.org
MINISTER OF CROSS CONNECTIONS MUSIC
Kerry Brenkman
kerryb@mortonumc.org
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Michelle Loudermilk
info@mortonumc.org
Barbara Maison
FINANCIAL SECRETARY
Michelle Loudermilk
michellel@mortonumc.org
BELL CHOIR DIRECTOR
Kerry Brenkman
kerryb@mortonumc.org
ORGANIST
Jane Chapman
CUSTODIANS
Russ Johnson
russj@mortonumc.org
Randy Thomas
COMPUTER COORDINATOR
Zack Smith
A/V COORDINATOR
Nick Graff
FOOTPRINTS EDITOR
Kim Gregurich
420 N Tennessee Ave
Morton, Il 61550
office: 309-266-7174
fax: 309-263-1498
email: info@mortonumc.org
www.mortonumc.org
Monday–Thursday
7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Friday
7:30 a.m. - Noon NURSERY COORDINATOR
Leslie Wenzel
DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT
Mary Katherine Pearce