August 2015 Volume 33 Issue 6

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1 August 2015 Volume 33 Issue 6 Pastor Jenny's Ponderings: On Miracles & Swimming a Mile Upcoming Events Communion August 8 & 9 Directory Photo Dates for College Students & Families August 13 & 14 Backpack Blessing Sunday, August 23 9:30, & 11:00 a.m. Jesus & Me Teacher Orientation Sunday, August 30 1:00-3:00 p.m. Rms. E-17 & 18 Fall Sunday Worship Schedule Begins September 6 8:00, 10:00 & 11:15 a.m. J.A.M. (Jesus & Me) Children s Program Begins Sunday, September 13 Check out: for more information about McCabe and our Ministry Groups. A couple of years ago, a miracle-related image started making its way around the internet and I chuckle every time I see it. It's a photograph of the wine aisle at a store somewhere: bottles of wine are prominently featured in the photo, but the sign hanging directly above the wine is marked water. (Clearly an error or joke on some employee's part.) The punchline of the photograph, however, is in the photo's caption, which reads, Jesus Was Here. Whoever took and captioned this photo 1) is well-versed in the Gospel of John and 2) has a great sense of humor! Water into wine on aisle 7. It's a miracle! When Jesus turned water into wine at a wedding feast in Cana, it was the first public miracle he performed in the Gospel of John (John 2:1-12). John recorded this miracle in chapter two and it's one of my absolute favorite stories in the Bible. In reality, however, I don't like that story any better than all the other stories about the miracles Jesus performed. So, because they happen to be some of my personal favorites and because the idea of miracles connects very well with our year-long sermon- and worship-related focus on generosity we're going to spend most of August's worship services exploring some of the miracle stories in the Gospel of John. We kicked-off our year-long generosity focus with a sermon series on many of Jesus' parables. As we looked at those parables, we uncovered the fact that, at their core, they are stories about God's generosity (and about how we are to extend that generosity to others). Well, if parables are stories about God's generosity, miracles are stories of God's generosity: miracles are God's generosity in action! We'll be starting this miracles series on August 8 th /9 th and it will cary us through the month of August. In case you're curious, here are the scriptures and focus for each week: John 6 (miracle of feeding Jesus feeds the crowd with 5 loaves of bread and 2 fish), John 5 (miracle of healing Jesus heals a man who was born blind), John 2 (miracle of abundant joy Jesus turns water into wine at a wedding feast), and John 1 (miracle of the Incarnation God's Word is made flesh in Jesus Christ). I hope you will join me in excitement over this series! And, of course, I hope to see you in worship this last, glorious month of summer... Peace in Christ, Pastor Jenny Hallenbeck *P.S. - Many of you may recall that, last year around this time, I swam a mile as part of a fundraising competition for The Welcome House (a local, faith-based non-profit organization that seeks to assist persons who are experiencing homelessness). Guess what? I'm doing it again! And, as I have yet to do any official training, it will be something of a miracle if I make it through my mile in decent time. If you would like to sponsor me in this year's Docs, Crocs, Scholars, and Frocks event, go to: (You'll find my picture and a sponsor now button.) Many thanks in advance!

2 We re Tooting Our Horn! For Mick McGrath who has completed his classroom curriculum and will begin clinical rotations in August He received his White Coat in a ceremony in July at Arizona School of Health Sciences, Mesa, AZ. Mick plans to receive his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in If you would like us to toot the horn for someone s special accomplishments, please provide the details in writing. Then leave the written information with one of the secretaries in the church office. Thanks!) Say Yes to S.A.Y. Yes! Has God blessed you with a servant s heart? Are you looking for ways to share God s love with children in our McCabe neighborhood? If so, perhaps our S.A.Y. Yes after school program is a ministry fit for you! We offer S.A.Y. Yes three days a week during the school year for children from Will- Moore Elementary School. Paulette Klein is assuming the Director role for S.A.Y. Yes and she is excited to get her volunteer team together! Volunteer help needed includes meal prep, game leadership, Bible study and craft assistance, homework help, etc. If you have helped with S.A.Y. Yes in the past and plan to continue, or if you are interested in helping this year, please let us know at the church office ( or mccabeum@mccabeumc.com). Welcome to Our New Members Chris Chase N. 6th St. New Salem, ND Andrew & Alli Sheeler W. Capitol Ave. No. 105 Connie & Ellen Driscoll Kimberly Ave. Gabe & Steph Gravning Sandpiper Trail SE Mandan, ND Andrew & Sho Shawna Heidrich th St. New Salem, ND Steve & Jeanne Johs Meadow Crest Rd. Bismarck, ND Joe & Jennifer Smallacombe Daytona Dr. Bismarck, ND Check out for more information about McCabe and our Ministry Groups. Thank you! Thanks to you all for your generous gifts of food! Since the beginning of the year, McCabe UMC has donated $1, of food. Every item makes a big difference! We appreciate your help in feeding the poor and hungry who come to the pantry. -Bismarck Emergency Food Pantry The family of McCabe has surrounded Bill and I with Christ like Love, prayers, words of encouragement and fellowship. It is with grateful hearts Kelley, Robert and I wish to thank you for this outpouring of support and comfort. Words can never express our gratitude. We hold YOU in our prayers and memories. -Carol Guymer 1259 Wright Ave., Pocatello, ID The members of the Bismarck Meals on Wheels Board want to acknowledge and thank the volunteers from McCabe United Methodist Church for taking the time to deliver meals in April. During the month a total of 546 meals were delivered to our clients. Your generous contribution of time will help us continue this much appreciated service. With volunteers giving their time to deliver the meals, we are able to keep the cost low. Please accept our thanks, and my own personal appreciation for your very helpful support for our efforts. -Tera Elston, President 2

3 Backpack Blessing As a reminder that Jesus is our source of guidance, love, and protection during the school year, we will be blessing children s backpacks on Sunday, August 23, during the 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. worship services. Please have your child bring their backpack one of those days to be blessed and receive a small gift. Family...Faith...and Fun! The Children s Ministry Team is pleased to have two great family faithbuilding resources available to you this summer. Old Testament Heroes and Summer-rific Faith Adventures are both available to download from our website, or pick up a printed copy in the Great Hall and welcome a little fun into your summer! Meeting the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, beginning September 16 at 6:00 p.m. Coming in October! Family Link Scriptures for August Saturday, August 1 Deuteronomy 3:21-28 Sunday, August 9 Mark 1:16-20 Monday, August 17 1 Corinthians 1:8-13 Tuesday, August 25 2 Corinthians 5:17-20 Sunday, August 2 2 Corinthians 1:3-7 Monday, August 10 Matthew 25:32-40 Tuesday, August 18 Psalm 40:1-10 Wednesday, August 26 John 4:7-42 Monday, August 3 Matthew 9:35-38 Tuesday, August 11 Psalm 29:1-11 Wednesday, August 19 Isaiah 55:8-13 Thursday, August 27 Deuteronomy 10:12-13 Tuesday, August 4 1 John 1:5-9 Wednesday, August 12 Luke 6:12-19 Thursday, August 20 Philippians 1:5-7, 2:13 Friday, August 28 Romans 8:35-39 Wednesday, August 5 Luke 21:1-4 Thursday, August 13 Jonah 1:3-17, 2:10 Friday, August 21 Psalm 1:1-6 Saturday, August 29 Isaiah 41:17-20 Thursday, August 6 Psalm 84:1-12 Friday, August 14 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Saturday, August 22 Philippians 3:10-14 Sunday, August 30 Matthew 9:18-26 Friday, August 7 1 John 4:7-12 Saturday, August 15 Matthew 26:36-44 Sunday, August 23 Hebrews 12:1-6 Monday, August 31 Psalm 32:1-11 Saturday, August 8 Romans 5:1-5 Sunday, August 16 Ephesians 2:1-10 Monday, August 24 Psalm 27:1-6 3

4 We reached the SUMMIT! Thank you to all the VBS volunteers, attendees, and those who donated food and supplies! We had an amazing week at Everest VBS where 60 kids and nearly 40 volunteers learned to conquer challenges with God s mighty power, made new friends, experimented with fun science gizmos, and experienced God s love firsthand with interactive Bible stories. J.A.M. (Jesus and Me) - September 13 Kids are invited to uncover new and exciting Bible truths at our Sunday morning children s program J.A.M. (Jesus and Me). Our program this year combines the fun energy of large-group experiences along with the intimate impact of small groups. Kids will experience interactive worship, games, skits, and more. J.A.M. is for kids ages 3 years 5th Grade. Stop by the Great Hall August 30 or September 6 to pre-register. Great Adventures Boarding Soon Students ages 2nd 5th grades are invited to join us for Great Adventures, our mid-week children s discipleship program. Kids will enjoy a Bible lesson, game, activity, and fellowship. Our departure is set for 6:00 p.m. on September 16. Everything is AWESOME When You re Part of a Team! The Children s Ministry Team is looking for fun-loving, energetic, and caring individuals to help with children s ministry programs join us at our kick off event on August 30 or contact Tina at or tmitchell@mccabeumc.com for more information. 4

5 Praise the Lord! We (UMW) have our treasurer, Kory Hagler, back with us and she s well. We held our UMW Executive meeting on June 10. It was voted to send Judith Roberts a donation. Judith was the guest speaker at our Spring Banquet. She is working with women with addictions. We also voted to give Jan Joersz and the youth each donations for their exceptional work at the Banquet. We can be so proud of our youth and the work that they do. Our Salad Luncheon on June 10 was so much fun! So many salads to taste. Thank you to everyone who made a salad to share and especially those who worked in the kitchen. As a group, our UMW are so efficient. 118 meals were served. A reminder to our readers. Your reading program reports need to be completed and turned to Faye Hasche or the church office by Saturday, August 15. The Sakakawea District Annual meeting of UMW will be held at Legacy United Methodist Church, September 18 & 19. This always proves to be a great spiritual retreat. Last year McCabe hosted the District meeting. I am so much wiser now! One of our very special members, Carol Guymer, was back in Bismarck for some unfinished business. We held a High Tea for her so that we could all visit and laugh with her again. We presented her with a needlepoint picture for the quilter. Carol is a very talented quilter. Thanks to all our cookie and bar bakers for helping out. Our next Executive meeting will be held August 13 at 10:30 at Al Ehermantraut s home (1217 Simle Dr.) Our summer potluck picnic will follow at 12:00 p.m. I now leave you with the words of my hero of the 1960 s Martin Luther King Faith is taking the first step, even when you don t see the whole staircase. In Our Thoughts & Prayers: Lavonne Smith, Franklin Smith, and Pam & Brad Burchinal and family on the death of Lavonne s & Franklin s son and Pam s brother, Wade Scott Smith, Pilot Point, TX, May 26, Daniel Charles Johnk, Baker City, OR, son of Mary Johnk & step-son of Alvin Whitmer, who died May 28, Ike Aichele & family on the death of Ike s mother, Mathilda Sophia Tillie Aichele, Bismarck, ND, June 13, Lorraine & Art Scanson & family and Orla & Rick Smith & family on the death of Lorraine s & Orla s sister, Alice Berg, Williston, ND, June 27, Steve & Floramay Miller and family on the death of Steve s mother, Virginia Miller, Prescott, AZ, June 27, Sharon Renschler & family on the death of Sharon s niece, Abby Renschler, Lincoln, ND Congratulations to: Stephanie & Tony Anderson on the birth of their daughter, Brynley Kaye, June 22, Congrats to proud grandpa, Kurt Leben, and great-grandma, Shirley Leben. Andrew & Sho Shawna Heidrich on the birth of their daughter, Losalette Ruth, June 26, Congrats to big brother, Tristan. Shaun & Zanna Campbell on the birth of their daughter, Lola Ann, June 29, 2015, Bismarck, ND. Congrats to proud grandparents, Dave & Jodie Campbell. Have a fun-filled summer and God s blessings to you all. Gerry Ann Small Did You Know? The monthly Messenger along with a calendar of events is on line at You can also get a printed or audio copy of each week s sermon and your daily devotional material on the church website. Please consider receiving notices including the Messenger by to help with ever increasing postage costs. 5

6 Wholly Healthy We might know it is hot outdoors when the farmers start feeding their chickens crushed ice to keep them from laying boiled eggs! Whew, it has been a bit warm and sticky lately! There is nothing better than an ice cold drink to cool us down when it is so hot. Yes, you guessed it. This is my segue into a new study released on sugary drinks. A study has been recently released on the alarming number of deaths worldwide that are directly related to the intake of sugary drinks. 184,000 deaths have occurred around the world per year, 25,000 of those in the US, due to health issues directly linked to sugary drinks. This study was published in the journal Circulation which is associated with the American Heart Association. Researchers at Tufts University in Boston conducted a global study on over 600,000 people from 1980 to 2010 which resulted in the staggering number of deaths reported due to diabetes, heart disease and cancer related to the use of sugar-sweetened beverages such as soda, iced teas, fruit drinks (excluding the 100% fruit drinks), sports or energy drinks, and homemade sugary drinks. Projections for the next years, according to one of the lead physicians in the study, state that the problems with sugary drinks will only worsen. Research is indicating that disease will increase by at least two-fold over current estimates. Perhaps we really do need to rethink our drink! Faithfully Fit exercise classes will begin again on Monday, September 14 th. This is an exercise class geared for everyone. In fact, our motto is, Come as you are, Do as you can. The class involves low-impact aerobic exercise, walking, strengthening with Therabands, (elastic-type bands), balance work and most of all, lots of fun and laughs. Please consider joining us every Monday and Thursday morning from in the Great Hall. Forget the Spandex and dress comfortably and be sure to wear supportive shoes. It is always a good idea to have permission from your personal physician before beginning any exercise program. I look forward to seeing you on September 14 th! Now is the time to schedule sports physicals for school activities. They must be completed by the first day of practice. Also a reminder to catch up or receive needed immunizations. Enjoy the rest of the summer. My prediction is beautiful warm weather until Christmas since we had such a slow start this year! Yep, you can call me a dreamer! :) Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns God bless, Nurse Jane P.S. Bulletin blooper: While Pastor is on vacation, massages can be given to the church secretary. August ONE THING School Kits & Health Kits for UMCOR These kits go wherever they are needed throughout the world...whether it s for a flood in Texas or an earthquake around the world somewhere. UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) answers the call. We would love to have you fill a school bag (patterns are available to sew) or put together a health kit. However, if you prefer to help in another way, there is a list of what is needed for each kit and you may wish to donate some of those items. We would also welcome people who would be willing to sew school bags. Check with the church office for a pattern or perhaps you would like to donate toward the purchase of these bags. In the past we have included several other kits but these two are the ones being called for and so we have decided to concentrate on these two. A collection site will be setup in the Great Hall. If you have questions, please call the church office or Linda God bless you for your help. 1 ONE THING Precept Bible Study - 16 Chapters of Luke Do you desire to know God s Word with a deeper understanding? Consider join the 11 week inductive bible study, Who Is This Man Who Forgives Sin?, which covers the first 16 chapters of Luke. Classes begin Thursday, September 3, 10:00 a.m., taught by Donna Kennedy. Please contact Marilyn Strutz to order your materials (approx. $20). All are welcome! 6

7 Spiritual Gifts Following and in the next few Messengers you will find the descriptions of Spiritual Gifts that are listed in the Bible. What are your Spiritual Gifts and how are you using them? If you would like to discover you gifts and explore the possibilities for using them, contact Jan at or Administration (Guidance) - Greek: kybernesis = pilotage, to steer, a guide, directorship in the church The ability to organize and manage information, people, events, and resources to accomplish the objectives of a ministry. People with this gift handle details carefully and thoroughly. They are skilled in determining priorities, and in planning and directing the steps needed to achieve a goal. They feel frustrated when faced with disorder, and are uncomfortable with inefficiency. People with the gift of Administration often make it easier for others to use their own gifts, simply by keeping things organized and flowing smoothly. 1 Corinthians 12;28, Acts 6:1-7, Titus 1:5 Apostleship - Greek: apostolos = a delegate, a special ambassador of the gospel, officially a commissioner of Christ, a messenger, one who is sent The ability to build the foundation of new churches by preaching the word, teaching others to live by Christ s commandments through the example of their own lives, and preparing the people to serve one another. Persons with the gift of Apostleship are not only eager to bring the gospel to those who have never heard it; they prepare those people to continue the work after they have left. They enthusiastically approach new ministries, churches, or settings, and realize the need to adapt methods of evangelism and service to widely different environments. People with this gift might envision themselves as missionaries, but some may not they may instead accept and exercise leadership over a number of new churches or ministries. Ephesians 4:11-13, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12, 2 Peter 3:2 Distinguishing of Spirits - Greek: diakrisis = judicial estimation, discerning pneuma = a current of air, figuratively a spirit, mental disposition The ability to recognize what is of God and what is not of God to distinguish between good and evil, truth and error, and pure motives and impure motives. People with this gift usually can rely on instincts or first impressions to tell when a person or message is deceptive or inconsistent with biblical truths. They can sense the presence of evil, and they question motives, intentions, doctrine, deeds, and beliefs. These people must take care to use their gift in a way that brings good to the body of Christ to judge with mercy and understanding rather than to condemn. It is unfortunate that people sometimes use this gift as a weapon against someone they disagree with, as opposed to seeking to understand whether their feeling is truly Spirit led. 1 John 4:1, Acts 17:10-12, Act 13:6-10 Encouragement - Greek: paraklesis = imploration, solace comfort, exhortation, entreaty The ability to encourage, help, intercede for, and be an advocate for others in a way that motivates others to grow in their faith and urges them to action. Encouragement (also referred to as Exhortation) takes many forms, and can be done through personal relationships, music, writings, intercessory prayer, and speaking, to name a few. People with this gift encourage others to remain faithful, even in the midst of struggles. They are sensitive and sympathetic toward another person s emotional state and exhort selflessly, with affection, not contempt. They can see positive traits or aspects that other persons overlook and often have more faith in other persons than they have in themselves. Acts 14:21-22a, Acts 15:30-31, 2 Timothy 4:1-2, Acts 20:1-2 Evangelism - Greek: euagelistes = a preacher of the gospel The ability to spread the good news of Jesus Christ so that unknowing persons respond with faith and discipleship. Contrary to what you might think, people with the gift of Evangelism do not all speak of their faith from a podium or by taking their message door-to-door through a neighborhood, though some do. Most people with this gift simply speak comfortably about their faith; nonbelievers are drawn into this circle of comfort. These people enjoy many friendships outside of their Christian community. They enjoy helping others see how Christianity can fulfill their needs. They eagerly study questions that challenge Christianity. They respond clearly in ways that connect with individuals meeting the individuals right where they are. Acts 8:26-35, Acts 16:6-10, Acts 5:42, Luke 9:6 7

8 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday am-1pm Parish Nurse In Office 4 7:00 am Sojourners 9:00 am Tuesday Workshop 5 6 6:30 am Men s Bible Study 9:00 am AM Tops 7 7:00 am Men s Breakfast at N. Perkins 10: 00 am Prayer & Meditation 1 3:30 pm Bismarck Bible Study 5:00 pm Worship 4-7 pm Praise Band 5:30 pm PM Tops 8 3:30 pm Bismarck Bible Study 5:00 pm Worship/ Communion 9 Communion 1:00 pm ND Paint Club 1:30 pm Girls Traveling Basketball 10 11am-1pm Parish Nurse In Office 11 7:00 am Sojourners 9:00 am Tuesday Workshop 4-7 pm Praise Band :30 am Men s Bible Study 9:00 am AM Tops 10:00 am UMW Executive Meeting 12:00 pm UMW Potluck Picnic at Al Ehrmantrauts 5:30 pm PM Tops 14 10: 00 am Prayer & Meditation 15 3:30 pm Bismarck Bible Study 5:00 pm Worship Directory Photo Shoots am-1pm Parish Nurse In Office 18 7:00 am Sojourners 9:00 am Tuesday Workshop :30 am Men s Bible Study 9:00 am AM Tops 21 7:00 am Men s Breakfast at N. Perkins 10: 00 am Prayer & Meditation 22 1:30 pm Girls Traveling Basketball 4-7 pm Praise Band 5:30 pm Board of Trustees 5:30 pm PM Tops 5:30 pm Wedding Rehearsal 5:00 pm Worship 7:00 pm Wedding 23 1:30 pm Girls Traveling Basketball 24 10:00 am Wade Smith Memorial Service 11am-1pm Parish Nurse In Office 25 7:00 am Sojourners 9:00 am Tuesday Workshop 4-7 pm Praise Band :30 am Men s Bible Study 9:00 am AM Tops 5:30 pm PM Tops 28 10: 00 am Prayer & Meditation 29 3:30 pm Bismarck Bible Study 5:00 pm Worship pm Teacher Orientation 1:30 pm Girls Traveling Basketball 31 It was you who set all the boundaries of the earth, you made both summer and winter. Psalm 74:17, NIV 8

9 It s Time for a New Church Directory! McCabe United Methodist Church will be taking appointments and taking pictures for the brand-new Directory starting in August and then again in October. The appointments and photos that are taken in August (13 & 14) will be primarily for college students before they return to college. The remainder of the photos will be taken in October, and You can schedule a photo date by signing up online on McCabe s website: or on Facebook: Church/ or you can sign up at church before and after worship services with a Directory committee member located in the Great Hall or by the west entrance. We want to include everyone! McCabe UMC 1030 N. 6th St. (701) Pastor: Jenny Hallenbeck Office Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Worship Saturdays: 5:00 p.m. Sundays: (Sept.-May) 8:00, 10:00, & 11:15 a.m. Sundays: (June-Aug.) 8:00, 9:30, & 11:00 a.m. Children s Program J.A.M. (Jesus and Me) Sundays 9:00 & 10:00 a.m. (Sept.-May) Fax (701) NOTICE: Any items for the September 2015 newsletter need to be turned into the church office no later than Friday, August 14, Website Facebook pages/mccabe- Church/ McCabe United Methodist Church 1030 North Sixth Street Postmaster: Change Service Requested Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No