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Church Life 2016 ISSUE 11 Church Life is published monthly Royal Oak First United Methodist Church 320 West Seventh Street Royal Oak, Michigan 48067 Phone (248)541-4100 E-mail: office@rofum.org www.

org Webmaster: Bob Demyanovich Proofers: Virginia Borts, Kay LaCombe Contributors: The Congregation November 13 for December Issue In essentials unity, in nonessentials liberty, in all things charity.

It s not because I don t care about politics - I am actually kind of a political junkie. And it s not because I don t have opinions - I have opinions, some of them pretty strong.

It is just that, as your pastor, I think my job is different. I think we, the church, have a bigger, more important opportunity.

I want our church to be a place where Democrats and Republicans can work side by side feeding the hungry, clothing the homeless, visiting the sick, and caring for the children.

This November our country will elect its next president. Like every presidential election of my lifetime this one has become contentious and divisive.

1 Church Life 2016 ISSUE 11 Church Life is published monthly Royal Oak First United Methodist Church 320 West Seventh Street Royal Oak, Michigan Phone (248) Editor: Sam Garrett Webmaster: Bob Demyanovich Proofers: Virginia Borts, Kay LaCombe Contributors: The Congregation November 13 for December Issue In essentials unity, in nonessentials liberty, in all things charity. - Attributed to John Wesley Jesus had two categories of people: neighbors and enemies. He said we were to love them both. - Pastor Jeff As your pastor, I don t talk a lot about politics at church. It s not because I don t care about politics - I am actually kind of a political junkie. And it s not because I don t have opinions - I have opinions, some of them pretty strong. And it s not because I don t want to share my opinions with you - I d be happy to sit with anybody, any time and talk about the issues that matter most to me. I welcome those conversations. It is just that, as your pastor, I think my job is different. I think we, the church, have a bigger, more important opportunity. Together we can create the kind of space where love, hope, kindness, and relationships are most important. Together we can create a space where we can disagree without disregarding each other. I want our church to be a place where Democrats and Republicans can work side by side feeding the hungry, clothing the homeless, visiting the sick, and caring for the children. The world needs signs of unity - and it is my prayer that Royal Oak First United Methodist will be a place that transcends the divisions of our culture. This November our country will elect its next president. Like every presidential election of my lifetime this one has become contentious and divisive. There is a lot at stake and I hope each of you will go to the polls and exercise your right to vote. When you get there bring your faith into the booth with you. Vote your conscience. Vote your values. Vote what you think your faith demands of you and our leaders. Why I Don t Talk About Politics, And then, no matter who wins, come back here to Royal Oak First United Methodist Church the next Sunday and be reminded that what happened in the voting booth that Tuesday pales in comparison to what happened on the cross two thousand years ago. Remember that we are in this together and that Jesus has room at his table for us all. No matter who wins, when we come together we can show a divided and divisive world that people can differ, even differ on the most important matters, and still find their unity in the love and care for each other as well as for our neighbors (and yes even for our enemies.)

PAGE 2 CHURCH LIFE NOVEMBER 2016 IMMEDIATE JOB OPENING We have an immediate opening for a Christian Education Director of Children, Youth, and Families. View the Job Description at goo.

RENAISSANCE DISTRICT YOUTH FALL RETREAT 6th-12th graders from all over Southeast Michigan will be gathering at Judson Collins Retreat Center November 11-12 for a Fall Retreat.

com for additional information. UMW NEWS NOVEMBER 3 MEETING INFORMATION 11:00 AM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING 1:00 PM PROGRAM Our next meeting is Thursday, November 3.

Because of the construction activities, there will be no lunch this month but do come for faith and fellowship. We will meet in the Sanctuary.

Please take one or two tags and send them a Christmas greeting. Don t be afraid to take someone you don t know. You may make a new friend.

2 PAGE 2 CHURCH LIFE NOVEMBER 2016 IMMEDIATE JOB OPENING We have an immediate opening for a Christian Education Director of Children, Youth, and Families. View the Job Description at goo.gl/wpbs1i Please send cover letters and resumes to Laurie O Donnell at lodonnell@rofum.org or send them to the church office. RENAISSANCE DISTRICT YOUTH FALL RETREAT 6th-12th graders from all over Southeast Michigan will be gathering at Judson Collins Retreat Center November for a Fall Retreat. We will worship, learn, and have a blast! The cost is $40 per youth. Rock climbing, zip line and high ropes are available at an additional cost. Please contact Bridget Nelson at detroitnelsons@gmail.com for additional information. UMW NEWS NOVEMBER 3 MEETING INFORMATION 11:00 AM EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING 1:00 PM PROGRAM Our next meeting is Thursday, November 3. The Executive Committee will meet at 11:00. The general meeting will be at 1:00 with the topic of World Thanks Offering. Because of the construction activities, there will be no lunch this month but do come for faith and fellowship. We will meet in the Sanctuary. THE TWO LITTLE CHRISTMAS TREES Please watch for the Two Little Christmas Trees, one with red tags, the other with green. These are for our homebound members and will be out after Thanksgiving. Please take one or two tags and send them a Christmas greeting. Don t be afraid to take someone you don t know. You may make a new friend. The tree will be set up in the Fellowship Hall for hats, gloves, scarves, etc. The November tree goes to Cass Social Services, and the December items to our own Lunch Program guests. UMW BOOK CLUB WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 10:00 AM FOR DISCUSSION LED BY BETTY LOCKE: ASSASSINATION VACATION BY SARAH VOWELL This is a quirky little book about historical tourism exploring the glorious conundrums of American history with wit and a sense of humor. Come join with us for a road trip like no other. CELEBRATE! THE BEST IS YET TO COME! On Sunday, November 13, we will celebrate that the best is yet to come! As the culmination of our 2016 Stewardship Campaign, we will have a party! We have spent the last month sharing our best stories and now, just like the folks did after the sacred ceremony at the Wedding in Cana, we will gather together after our service. On that day, family and friends attended a wedding celebration and experienced a miracle that signaled that the party was not over and that the best was yet to come. On Celebration Sunday, following each service, we will join together for a celebration of the miracles happening within our church. Like all good wedding celebrations, there will be friends, stories, food, refreshments, music, and maybe even dancing. We look forward to seeing you at the party!

PAGE 3 CHURCH LIFE NOVEMBER 2016 YOUTH CHOIR NEWS It s already a great year in Youth Choirs, and to coin a phrase, the best is yet to come!

Our three children s choirs, which encompasses preschool through 8th grade, currently meet on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 pm under the leadership of Allison Harris, Jennifer Semivan, and Caleb

December brings our very special musical event, Feast of Carols. All music groups in the church take part in this holiday concert which is a gift to our community.

3 PAGE 3 CHURCH LIFE NOVEMBER 2016 YOUTH CHOIR NEWS It s already a great year in Youth Choirs, and to coin a phrase, the best is yet to come! And we have just gotten started, so feel free to come and join us any time! Our Holy COW (Church On Wednesday) program will continue in a choir only format for the month of November. Our three children s choirs, which encompasses preschool through 8th grade, currently meet on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 pm under the leadership of Allison Harris, Jennifer Semivan, and Caleb Williams. Just a note we will NOT meet on Wednesday, November 23, due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. We will return to our usual schedule of a meal, choir, and bible class in December. December brings our very special musical event, Feast of Carols. All music groups in the church take part in this holiday concert which is a gift to our community. Make sure you have this date on your calendar it will take place on Sunday, December 11 at 4:00 pm! There will be a very important rehearsal for all choirs on Saturday, December 10 at 10:00 am in the Sanctuary. Invite friends and family to join you for this celebration. You won t want to miss it! AS WE GATHER SERVICE IS GROWING! Our monthly As We Gather Service is now expanding to twice-monthly! We will now host our As We Gather Service on the second and last Thursdays of each month in the Sanctuary. Please join us for this exciting worship. HEALTH MINISTRY NEWS FLU FIGHTERS 5 WAYS TO STAY HEALTHY DURING COLD AND FLU SEASON As the weather gets colder, cold and flu viruses tend to pick up steam. Cold and flu season typically ramps up in fall and peaks in mid-winter, bringing with it germs that are ready to put your immune system to the test. It s almost impossible to stay away from all germs, but there are actions you can take to create a healthy foundation and lower your chances of getting sick. Try these strategies to keep colds and the flu at bay: Get plenty of sleep. In order to stay healthy, your immune system needs sleep. Fighting common infections is tough when you re run-down from lack of rest. Adults should get seven to nine hours of sleep each night. Manage stress. Chronic Stress can lower your immunity and make you more prone to colds and the flu. In addition, stress makes the flu shot less effective. Take steps to take control of your stress level by setting priorities, asking for help, and setting aside time for relaxing activities. Exercise regularly. Regular exercise is important to good health. While no direct link has been established between exercise and a strong immune system, exercise is a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle. Adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity each week and do musclestrengthening exercise two days a week. Choose healthy foods. Fruits and vegetables are packed with antioxidants that support good health, so make sure there are plenty of them on your plate. Wash up. One of the easiest ways to get rid of germs is to wash your hands. Wet hands with clean running water, lather with soap, and scrub for at least 20 seconds. Make sure to clean the backs of your hands, under your fingernails, and between fingers. Then rinse your hands and dry them with a clean towel. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol based hand sanitizer.

PAGE 4 CHURCH LIFE NOVEMBER 2016 Please note: If you don t see your name on our birthday list, please let us know! We may not have your birthday in our database.

4 PAGE 4 CHURCH LIFE NOVEMBER 2016 Please note: If you don t see your name on our birthday list, please let us know! We may not have your birthday in our database. 1 Betsy Beerer Brett Beerer Priscilla Benson Marge Youngs 2 Cal Faunt Mike Faunt Grace Huber 3 Judy Ather Timothy DeTavernier Al Simmons 4 Veronica Ajavon Faye Bond Courtney Fall 7 Paul Kondrat Michael Paswater 8 Danielle Little 9 Joel Foster Bridget Nelson 10 Madison Gabler Flora James 12 Mike DeTavernier 14 Nicholas Weaver 15 Willa Cummings Liz Kempf 16 Jennifer Bowen Austin Kuznia Ron McLaughlin 17 Joyce Negrich Ryan Tull 18 Paul Kremer 19 Michael Matsumoto Virgil Schalm Jorge Suarez 20 Ray Blessman Brian Nielander 21 Tricia Forgash Barbara Nicholas Molly Remeika Martha Schultz 22 Ellis Kempf Nico Nader David Thomas 23 Lily Frey Delores Grier Karen Parke 24 Jenny Lowman Shane Peltier 26 Ken Gidner Tommy Skelton 27 Ann Blessman Jim Peck 29 Jennie Notarantonio 30 Crystal Clark Robert Courtney Evan Fall KEEPING THE LIGHTS ON If you ever owned a home, you have some idea of the costs for utilities and for maintaining that home. Ever wonder how much it costs for our church home? Here are a few numbers that may be of interest. These are costs from July 1, 2015, to June 30, Maintenance covers many items including restroom and cleaning supplies, now removal, lawn maintenance, trash removal, and fire alarm maintenance. Technology covers computer hardware and software maintenance including the video surveillance system. Item Average Monthly Cost Annual Cost Gas $986 $11,834 Electricity $1,515 $18,182 Water $444 $5,323 Telephone $592 $7,103 Insurance $1,153 $13,838 Maintenance $2,431 $29,168 Technology $724 $8,690 Total $7,845 $94,138

PAGE 5 CHURCH LIFE NOVEMBER 2016 Ruby Hawkins Charles White Clifford and Joan Anderson Amole Koscien Charles Williams Peter Bilovus Florence Martin Out of the Area Royce Baum Jr Betty Cairns Vera

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5 PAGE 5 CHURCH LIFE NOVEMBER 2016 Ruby Hawkins Charles White Clifford and Joan Anderson Amole Koscien Charles Williams Peter Bilovus Florence Martin Out of the Area Royce Baum Jr Betty Cairns Vera Miller Joseph Gardner Goldie Chiti Joyce Nelson Gertrude Penney Zenovia Courtney Shirley Olsen Christina Smith Mary Louise Forester Dorothy Gates Ruth Porkka Yvonne Quinn Phone numbers & addresses will be removed from the online version of Church Life for security reasons. Patricia Scott Jody Holton Army (Washington D.C) Son of Polly & John, grandson of Ben & Ruth Forsythe Bobby Huneycutt (Alaska) Nephew of Anna Cline Andrew Kostrzewa Navy (California) Grandson of Marion LeBeau Dan Lewis Army (Stateside) Nephew of Kris Simms Aaron Mingle Navy (Stateside) Nephew of Jane Walbridge s Husband Thomas Morales Navy (Italy) Nephew of Anna Cline Mason Smith ROTC: WMU/Army National Guard (MI) Son of Ben Smith Avery Gardner Navy (Virginia) Granddaughter of Joe Gardner

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6 PAGE 6 CHURCH LIFE NOVEMBER 2016 Thank you to our Church Life Sponsors Dr. Nancy E. Hartrick - Family Dentistry, Kinsey- Garrett Funeral Home, Paul Kremer - Garage Doors, Charlie s - Haircuts for Men and Boys Champion Tree Service, Paradise Painting Sponsorships: Single Issue $15.00 Quarterly (3 issues) $45.00 Yearly (12 issues) $ Prices are based on a business card size space. Individual Messages: Birthdays, Anniversaries, Greetings, etc. $5.00/ issue Contact the church office ( ) to learn how you or your organization can become a Church Life sponsor.

7 Tuesday, November 1 10:00 am Pastor Jeff s Book Study... Jimi s Restaurant 12:00 pm ROga (ROFUM Chair Yoga)... Choir Room 7:00 pm Men s Basketball... Addams Elementary 7:00 pm Women s Book Study... Choir Room Wednesday, November 2 10:30 am Staff Meeting... Choir Room 6:30 pm Holy COW Choirs... Sanctuary, Choir Room, Room #403 7:45 pm Soul Stretch Yoga... Sanctuary 8:00 pm Arise Band Rehearsal... Choir Room Thursday, November 3 11:00 am United Methodist Women Executive Meeting... Choir Room 1:00 pm United Methodist Women Program... Sanctuary 6:00 pm ROga (ROFUM Yoga)... Sanctuary 7:30 pm Sanctus Choir Rehearsal... Choir Room Friday, November 4 9:30 am As We Gather Bible Study... Choir Room Saturday, November 5 4:00 pm Saturday Afternoon Worship... Sanctuary Sunday, November 6 9:00 am Arise! Worship... Sanctuary 9:00 am Berean Class... Choir Room 10:00 am Angelus Choir Rehearsal... Room #403 11:00 am Worship... Sanctuary Sunday School Nursery & Preschool #405; Sunday School (K-2) #402; Sunday School (3-5) #403; Sunday School (6-12) Choir Room 12:30 pm Sanctus Choir Council... Choir Room 2:00 pm New Member Gathering... The Parsonage 3:00 pm Harris Recital... Sanctuary 6:30 pm Youth Group... Room #402 Monday, November 7 9:30 am Crafty Ladies... Choir Room 7:00 pm Soul Stretch Yoga... Sanctuary 7:30 pm Music Guild... Sanctuary Due to our fluctuating construction schedule, all locations listed are subject to change.

8 Tuesday, November 8 10:00 am Pastor Jeff s Book Study... Jimi s Restaurant 12:00 pm ROga (ROFUM Chair Yoga)... Choir Room 7:00 pm Women s Book Study... Choir Room 7:00 pm Men s Basketball... Addams Elementary 7:30 pm Staff/Parris Relations Committee... Jimi s Restaurant Wednesday, November 9 9:30 pm Charity Circle... Sanctuary 10:30 am Staff Meeting... Choir Room 6:30 pm Holy COW Choirs... Sanctuary, Choir Room, Room #403 7:45 pm Knowledge Circle... Choir Room 7:45 pm Soul Stretch Yoga... Sanctuary 8:00 pm Arise Band Rehearsal... Choir Room Thursday, November 10 11:00 am As We Gather Service... Sanctuary 1:00 pm Shawl Ministry... Sanctuary 7:30 pm Sanctus Choir Rehearsal... Choir Room Friday, November 11 9:30 am As We Gather Bible Study... Choir Room 5:00 pm Youth Fall Retreat to Judson College... Church Parking Lot Saturday, November 12 4:00 pm Saturday Afternoon Worship... Sanctuary 9:00 pm Youth Fall Retreat returns... Church Parking Lot Sunday, November 13 9:00 am Arise! Worship Celebration Sunday... Sanctuary 9:00 am Berean Class... Choir Room 10:00 am Angelus Choir Rehearsal... Room #403 11:00 am Worship Celebration Sunday... Sanctuary Sunday School Nursery & Preschool #405; Sunday School (K-2) #402; Sunday School (3-5) #403; Sunday School (6-12) Choir Room 12:30 pm Sanctus Choir Council... Choir Room 6:30 pm Youth Group... Room #402 Monday, November 14 9:30 am Crafty Ladies... Choir Room 7:00 pm Soul Stretch Yoga... Sanctuary Tuesday, November 15 10:00 am Pastor Jeff s Book Study... Jimi s Restaurant 7:00 pm Men s Basketball... Addams Elementary 7:00 pm Women s Book Study... Choir Room 7:00 pm Pre-Work Areas Meeting... Fellowship Hall 7:20 pm Work Areas/Committees... Fellowship Hall 8:25 pm Church Council... Fellowship Hall Due to our fluctuating construction schedule, all locations listed are subject to change.

9 Wednesday, November 16 9:30 am United Methodist Women Book Discussion Group... Sanctuary 10:30 am Staff Meeting... Choir Room 6:30 pm Holy COW Choirs... Sanctuary, Choir Room, Room #403 8:00 pm Arise Band Rehearsal... Choir Room Thursday, November 17 1:00 pm Love & Peace Circle... Sanctuary 7:30 pm Sanctus Choir Rehearsal... Choir Room Friday, November 18 9:30 am As We Gather Bible Study... Choir Room Saturday, November 19 4:00 pm Saturday Afternoon Worship... Sanctuary Sunday, November 20 9:00 am Arise! Worship... Sanctuary 10:00 am Angelus Choir Rehearsal... Room #403 11:00 am Worship... Sanctuary Sunday School Nursery & Preschool #405; Sunday School (K-2) #402; Sunday School (3-5) #403; Sunday School (6-12) Choir Room 6:30 pm Youth Group... Room #402 Monday, November 21 9:30 am Crafty Ladies... Choir Room 7:00 pm Soul Stretch Yoga... Sanctuary Tuesday, November 22 10:00 am Pastor Jeff s Book Study... Fellowship Hall 7:00 pm Men s Basketball... Addams Elementary 7:00 pm Women s Book Study... Choir Room Wednesday, November 23 10:30 am Staff Meeting... Choir Room 6:30 pm Holy COW Choirs... Sanctuary, Choir Room, Room #403 7:45 pm Soul Stretch Yoga... Sanctuary 8:00 pm Arise Band Rehearsal... Choir Room Thursday, November 24 Thanksgiving Office Closed 11:00 am As We Gather Service and Communion... Sanctuary Friday, November 25 9:30 am As We Gather Bible Study... Choir Room Saturday, November 26 4:00 pm Saturday Afternoon Worship... Sanctuary Due to our fluctuating construction schedule, all locations listed are subject to change.

10 Sunday, November 27 9:00 am Arise! Worship... Sanctuary 10:00 am Angelus Choir Rehearsal... Room #403 11:00 am Worship... Sanctuary Nursery & Preschool #405; Sunday School (K-2) #402; Sunday School (3-5) #403; Sunday School (6-12) Choir Room 6:30 pm Youth Group... Room #402 Monday, November 28 9:30 am Crafty Ladies... Choir Room 10:30 am Lunch Program Clothing Day... Fellowship Hall 7:00 pm Soul Stretch Yoga... Sanctuary Tuesday, November 29 10:00 am Pastor Jeff s Book Study... Jimi s Restaurant 7:00 pm Men s Basketball... Addams Elementary 7:00 pm Women s Book Study... Choir Room Wednesday, November 30 10:30 am Staff Meeting... Choir Room 6:30 pm Holy COW Choirs... Sanctuary, Choir Room, Room #403 7:45 pm Soul Stretch Yoga... Sanctuary 8:00 pm Arise Band Rehearsal... Choir Room Due to our fluctuating construction schedule, all locations listed are subject to change.

Church Life 2017 ISSUE 5. Church Life. Dear Friends... Continued on page 2... Royal Oak First United Methodist Church. is published monthly

Church Life 2017 ISSUE 5. Church Life. Dear Friends... Continued on page 2... Royal Oak First United Methodist Church. is published monthly Church Life 2017 ISSUE 5 Church Life is published monthly Royal Oak First United Methodist Church 320 West Seventh Street Royal Oak, Michigan 48067 Phone (248)541-4100 E-mail: office@rofum.org www.rofum.org