June The Pilgrim Spire. Pastor s Parable

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1 The Pilgrim Spire June 2017 P i l g ri m U n ited Ch u r ch o f C h ris t B r o ad Bo u l e v a rd C u y a h oga Fa l l s, O H Pastor s Parable CONTACT INFORMATION Office: Phone: Fax: Staff & Pastor: Secretary: 1 Reverend Kirk Bruce pilgrimpastor@ameritech.net Kelly Gerstenberger pilgrimoffice@ameritech.net Faith Formation Director: Marilyn Freeman pilgrimce@ameritech.net Music Director: Cleaning Services: Website: Kyle Kelvington kelvingtonk@gmail.com Peter Paugh You ll find electronic versions of The Pilgrim Spires; Calendar; Facility Use & Facility Use Policies; Wedding & Funeral Information; Act-It UP! Community Theatre; History and more! The Pilgrim Spire is published once a month. If you have something to share with your fellow Pilgrims, please contact the church office to have it included in the next edition of... The Pilgrim Spire. Would you prefer to receive this via ? Please contact the church office. Address changes? Contact the office. Thank you! Here s a thought, You are Responsible for yourself. You are not responsible for me, my dog, my car, or my house but, you are responsible for yourself. It sounds simple. It is simple. Why then, do we make it so complicated? Maybe it s because being responsible for oneself takes work and effort. The only way to get a job is go out and apply, and the only way to keep your job is to get up and show up and then work. You are responsible for you. It does sound simple, why then do we make it so complicated? Oprah Winfrey said, You are responsible for your own life. You can t keep blaming someone else for your own dysfunction. Life is really about moving on. We need to learn how to let go of yesterday s problems to see today s opportunities. She also tells the story how, at six years old, she was separated from her grandmother who had been raising her and moved to Milwaukee. But, in the depth of her soul was the understanding that if she was going to move forward, she, herself was going to have to be responsible for making that happen. No one else was responsible for making life for her. The good news in choosing not to be responsible is that I can blame you for all of my problems, I can be innocent. But, my problems and struggles will not go away and I will be forced to live with them always. However, when I choose to bear the responsibility for my own problems, I discover that I actually have power over them, and can make the problem go away, whatever it is. I am responsible for myself. The choice for your life is yours, and for my life it is mine. What will you choose? See You Sunday. Shalom, Pastor Kirk

2 Happy Birthday Happy Anniversary Pilgrim UCC is looking for.. Meetings are open to all! Stewardship: Sunday, June 11:45 am Trustees: Monday, June 6:30 p.m. Diaconate: Monday, June 6:30 p.m. Faith Formation: Tuesday, June 7pm Music Committee: September, 10, Community Connections Committee (CCC): Monday, June 6:30 p.m. Council: Monday, June 7:00 p.m. To Be Announced: Act-It UP! Community Theater Evangelism Sharing America s Resources Abroad (S.A.R.A.) 2 Date Name 06/02 - Steve Stimmel 06/03 - Bob Kindel 06/10 - Sloan McIntyre 06/13 - Emily Richards Ed Schadle 06/15 - George Mortimer Mackenzie Schneider 06/21 - Christy Opritza 06/23 - Mary Cortel 06/30 - Marty Zimmerman Volunteers for special music during worship beginning June 11th! The Choir will begin Sept. 10th. Please Contact: Kyle Kelvington, Music Director I wish to thank you for the beautiful altar flowers, delivered by Kathie Richards on may 28th. We had a very nice visit with Kathie. The flowers and visit was much appreciated. Love - Linda Stimmel Date Name 06/1 - Kirk & Cheryl Bruce 06/13 - Bob & Jo Kindel (7) 06/22 - John & Kathie Richards (43) 06/23 - Wayne & Aurora Mawalls (5) 06/24 - Victor & Wendy Ing (22) Save Our Steeple Campaign Update Donations received as of 6/1/2017 totals: $159, of our $250,000 goal. June 4th is Pentecost Sunday. During worship Pilgrim will confirm and welcome our newest class of confirmands, have communion and celebrate, not only the Old Testament Weeks of Feast, which falls seven weeks after the waving of the sheaf, but also Pentecost (Acts 2:1), which is recognized by Christians seven weeks after Easter in which the Holy Spirit descended into Jesus Disciples'. Please plan to join us for this important milestone in the faith journey of our young ladies. There will be a special fellowship hour celebration with cake! Thanks to all who helped with the beautification of our grounds! Nancy Zeller Joel Stanley Chuck Stanley John Howell Kathie & John Richards Dan & Kelly Gerstenberger Mark McCullough Especially to... The landscaping looks lovely! Jim Letvin who made two trips to get the mulch needed to complete the job. Habitat for Humanity of Summit County will be building three homes in Cuyahoga Falls this year. More information may be found on the bulletin boards across from the office and in the Social Hall.

3 LEARN TO... KNIT OR CROCHET TUESDAY June 27th, July 25th, & 22nd from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in the Rev. Greene Room of Pilgrim United Church of Christ, 130 Broad Blvd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH Materials to bring: Crochet with Janna Redd - Bring size h or i crochet hook and worsted weight yarn. Caren yarn is recommended. Knitting by Bobbi Babbit - First project, a dishcloth, will teach casting on of stitches, knitting, & pearl stitches. Bring size 6, 7, or 8 needle (not the long needles) and a ball of crochet cotton (Sugar s cream or Bath cotton - Pat Catan s carries these). Thank you s were received from Crossroad, S.A.R.A., United Church of Christ s Office of Philanthropy & Stewardship, and United Church Homes - Chapel Hill for the benevolence dollars received from Pilgrim s 1st quarter Benevolence Distribution of funds. Thank you to everyone who has designated their giving in this way. The Stewardship Board - Helen, Mitzi & Kelly A Note from the Treasurer... In an effort to provide information to the congregation concerning our operating expenses, the following is our income and expenses through April 30, Income $55,500 Expenses $69,500 These numbers are provided and discussed monthly at the Trustee and Council meetings, but it was suggested that they also be made available to the entire church on a more regular basis. In the past, often times the expenses has only been a topic of conversation at the annual meeting in conjunction with our budget for the new year. My plan going forward is to provide this information more frequently. If you have any question concerning these figures, please let me know. John Richards Prayers for Pilgrims Prayers for Pilgrims Please Pray For... Diana, who is moving & starting a new life in Florida. Pam s healing & continued strength. Those recovering from surgery or illness. Chuck, Ellen J. s son, dealing with cancer. Michael, Katherine & Stella as they get ready for an addition to their family. Peace & healing for people who are hurting & dealing with life's struggles. A good friend who is struggling and needs prayers of comfort & support. with illness in the family. Thelma s fractured foot to heal soon. Our First Responders and their families. Sherman healing from knee surgery. Elsie Brown who suffered a stroke. Please Pray For... Family grieving loss of their pet. Those who are facing a tough road ahead. My friend Tom who passed away. A friend to have a wonderful life ahead of her & through her journey in college. Common sense, common courtesy & decency from our National leaders. Juliana for a peaceful transition to heaven. Shaylen in critical condition with a bacterial infection. Mackenzie medical consultation. The people of Syria. The family and friends of Kaitlyn who died. Our Environment and National Parks. Healing of Jessie Clark s broken wrist. Jack healing from surgery. 3

4 Prayers for Pilgrims Prayers for Pilgrims Please Pray For... One of a friend dealing with severe trauma. The family and friends of Donnie who passed away. The family and friends of Pete and George grieving their passing. For the health of the Hyden & extended family for their joys and sorrows that God pour out His healing and love now & the times to come. Healing of Peg Ewart from a recent fall. Alice for strength, patience and support. 4 Please Pray For... For our leaders to be courageous and work for the good of All. Journalists that reveal the truth. Brittany Boggs, 18, dealing and grieving the loss of her family, Dennis Huggins (Adult), Angela Boggs (Adult), Jered Boggs (14), Daisia Huggins (6), Kylle Huggins (5), Alivia Huggins (3), and Cameron Huggins (11 months), in a house fire. Chandler s treatment of his recent diagnosis of rhabdomyosarcoma. From the Blessing Jar... The fruit of silence is prayer. The fruit of prayer is faith. The fruit of faith is love. The fruit of love is service. The fruit of service is peace. I am like an olive tree flourishing in the House of God. I trust in God s unfailing love forever and ever. Psalm 52:8 Faith Formation - Youth Group Thank You s... Thanks to Chuck & Mitzi Stanley for the grill for cooking hotdogs for the car shows. Our first event netted $ Thanks to Chuck for starting the coals, to Rich Shisler for hot dog donation and first night assistance. Thanks to Mitzi for ice and cooler. We will be offering food at every Monday car show for the season and the proceeds will be divided between the Youth Fund, Camp Fund and Mission Trip Fund. -Marilyn Freeman From the Stewardship Board... Reminder: Weekly & Monthly Offerings Needed Yes, talking about money and the financial health of Pilgrim is hard. It is also necessary, especially as summer approaches. Our basic expenses for utilities do continue. The following is a list the utilities and amount paid in May 2017: City of Cuyahoga Falls Utilities $ Includes: Electric, Water, Storm Sewer, & Sanitation Dominion East Ohio Gas $ AT& T - Basic Phone $ AT& T - Internet Access $ We thank everyone who have made it a point to keep current on your pledges and those who give regularly to Pilgrim. On May 1st Pilgrim received one scholarship form. Stewardship has been awarded to Kacy Wagner. Congratulations Kacy!

5 Congratulations... Saturday, June 3, 2017 Emerysn Taylor Clark, was baptized. Parents are Taylor & Krystle Clark, sibling is Grayson Clark, & greatgrandchild of Jessie Clark. Rev. Bruce will be on vacation - trimming Christmas trees beginning June 25th. He will return on July 3rd. If you are in need of Pastoral care, please call the church office at Steeple Contributions as of : June 1st Includes the $10,000 Cuyahoga Falls Block Grant $159, Thank You to... Pilgrim for the altar flowers last Sunday. Also, to Sandi and Bill Ignizio for visiting. It was a very nice time. Bill took to Milly, my dog, right away. He can come back anytime. - Jessie Clark, May 19, 2017 Women s Retreat November 3-5, 2017 at Punderson State Park Newbury, Ohio Interested in going? Open to young & not so young women Scholarships & payment plans are available. Contact: Marilyn Freeman A Note From Stewardship... In an effort to be good stewards of Pilgrim s contributions from our members & friends, we need everyone s input regarding the following questions: 1. Should boxed contribution envelopes continue to be ordered? 2. If yes, are you willing to make an initial offering to cover the cost of the box? 3. If no, what would your suggestion be to replace the box of contribution envelopes? Note: Last year the 100 Contribution envelope boxes cost $4.06 per box. Please contact the church office at: or by at: pilgrimoffice@ameritech.net June 5th is the next... Cuyahoga Falls Car Show The Youth Group & Marilyn Freeman will be grilling hot dogs and selling them for $1. They will also be selling soda/pop and water for $1. Coney sauce has been for a topping. Donations of hot dogs, buns, soda/pop/ water, baked goods will be accepted to sell each week. See Marilyn. Thank you... to all who contributed to the Spaghetti Dinner. We made a profit for the Mission Trip Fund. We are planning for a 2018 mission trip and every dollar helps. -Marilyn Freeman Gardening anyone? If you just love playing in the dirt (like me!), OR would like to learn something about gardening, OR want to help grow food to feed people and raise money for our Free Community Lunch Program, please let me( Marilyn Freeman) know. There is always a list of garden chores! Garden picture and updates are posted on our Face Book pages, so check us out! Thank you to Chuck Stanley for providing, again this year, the composted top soil for the garden. This helps us to grow really healthy veggies! 5

6 Pilgrim United Church of Christ A Week of Serving God and Others July, ~ 6:30 8:30 pm Service Opportunities for all skills and ages Music Games Spirit of Service Snacks Service Broad Blvd ~ ~ See reverse side for items needed and service projects Everyone is Invited ~ Come Serve with Us Spirit of Service Projects We are collecting the following items to complete the listed Service Projects. A collection box will be in the Social Hall. Please donate as you are able AND come join in the fun and fellowship of being engaged in service together. Everyone is welcome. Activities for all ages Chemo Kits: fuzzy socks, books, magazines, crosswords, word searches, Sudoku, note cards, stationery, lip balm, Lubriderm lotion, lozenges-hard candy in ginger, citrus, peppermint, root beer, gingersnap cookies, soft hats, stretchy head wraps, Biotene toothpaste/mouthwash, Aquaphor Healing Ointment, fragrance free/ skin sensitive lotions, anti-nausea wrist bands, wet wipes/hand sanitizer, tea ginger, peppermint, neck pillow, decks of cards. Blessing Bags: toothpaste/toothbrush, socks clean white, assorted sizes, combs, wet wipes/hand sanititizer/soap, bandaids/first aid cream/travel size first aid kit, shampoo travel size, deodorant, Kleenex, beef jerky, granola bars, crackers, trail mix, wash cloths, women s feminine products, small note book/pencil, sunscreen/lip balm, Packaging: New or gently used book bags/back packs, Ladies purses (great way to recycle!), Big socks especially the Blessing bags, gently used back packs. Monetary donations to purchase any needed supplies is an option. Service Projects: Assemble the chemo kits and blessing bags. Packing Church World Service school kits. Making tied blankets. If you knit/crochet, we have patterns for prayer shawls and baby hats. Ask for them so you can get started. Card making. All of our kits and blankets will be accompanied by a handmade card with a hand written note of prayer and blessing. Dear Rev. Bruce, Just a note to thank you and everyone at the church for the Memorial Service for Wes (George). Please let everyone know how much it was appreciated. I ll be coming back to church in a week or two. Sincerely, Marjorie Mortimer We will be celebrating with our graduates on June 11. If you have a family member graduating from high school, college, or trade school, and would like their name recognized in the bulletin, please let us know. We will be honoring our own high school graduate, Savannah Sandlin, during worship and with a special fellowship hour celebration with more cake!

7 7 June 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday KEY: = Adult Library AR = Art Room AT = Attic CL = Children s Library CR = Classroom RGR = Rev. Greene Room HR = Heritage Room K = Kitchen N = Nursery SH = Social Hall OS = Off Site SA = Sanctuary 4 9:30am Faith Form 10:30am Worship 11:30am Fellowship 11:45am Stewardship Board Mtg., HR 11 9:30am Faith Form 10:30am Worship 11:30am Fellowship Celebrate Graduates. 18 9:30am Faith Form 10:30am Worship 11:30am Fellowship Team #3 Kyle - Vacation Jen Korecki, playing 25 9:30am Faith Form 10:30am Worship 11:30am Fellowship Team #4 Kyle - Vacation Amy Sauriol, playing Kirk - Vacation - 7/3 Marilyn - Mission Trip with Richfield UCC 7/1/17 5 Car Show Aloha Summer 6:30 pm Diaconate Board Mtg., 12 Car Show Art Camp 6:30 pm Trustees Board Mtg., 19 Car Show Lego Week 3-5:15pm Prayer Mtg. On Now Digital, 6:30 pm Community Connections Committee Mtg. 7:00 pm Council Mtg., HR 26 Car Show Sports Week 6-9:30 pm Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Support Group, HR 11:30 am-1:15 pm WRSS, Cello, CL 1 6 Aloha Summer 10:30 Bible Study, 8 pm FOTS AA, HR 13 Art Camp 10:30 Bible Study, 7/8pm VBS/Faith Formation, 8 pm FOTS AA, HR 20 Lego Week 10:30 Bible Study, 8 pm FOTS AA, HR 27 Sports Week 10:30 Bible Study, 6:30-8:00 pm Knit & Crochet, RGR 8 pm FOTS AA, HR 7 Aloha Summer 11am Staff Mtg. 3-8:30 pm WRSS- C,. 14 Art Camp 3-7:30 pm WRSS- V, CL 3-8:30 pm WRSS- C,. 21 Lego Week 3-7:30 pm WRSS- V, CL 3-8:30 pm WRSS- C, 28 Sports Week 3-7:30 pm WRSS- V, CL 3-8:30 pm WRSS- C, 7 9 pm EA, HR 8 Aloha Summer 7-9 pm EA, HR 15 Art Camp 7 9 pm EA, HR 22 Lego Week 5-8 pm Donatos Night, State Rd 7 9 pm EA, HR 29 Sports Week 7 9 pm EA, HR 2 7 pm AMMS - Kindergarten Graduation, SH, K 9 3 pm - Set-Up, SH Josh Obenrader & Lisa Hutchinson 5 pm Rehearsal, SA 6 pm Dinner SH, K 16 DEADLINE for July SPIRE! 6 9 pm Crooked River Time Bank, SH 3 10 am - 2 pm Cub Scout Pack #3186 Committee Mtg., 10 am - 3 pm WRSS- Cello, CL 11:00 am Baptism - Emerson Clark, 8:00 pm AA, SH am - 3 pm WRSS- Cello, CL 11:30 am Wedding - Josh Obenrader & Lisa Hutchinson 8:00 pm AA, SH am - 3 pm WRSS- Cello, CL 8:00 pm AA, SH am - 3 pm WRSS- Cello, CL 30 31st General Synod Baltimore, MD, 6/30-7/4/2017 8:00 pm AA, SH

8 Pilgrim United Church of Christ 130 Broad Blvd. Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio Address Correction Requested June 2017 The Pilgrim Spire Sunday Schedule: 9:30 am Faith Formation 10:30 am Worship Nursery Care available 11:30 am Fellowship Contact us at: Pilgrim United Church of Christ Staff: Pastor Rev. Kirk Bruce, Faith Formation Director Marilyn Freeman, Music Director Kyle Kelvington, Cleaning Service Peter Paugh Secretary Kelly Gerstenberger, 8