The Monitor. March Pastor s Ponderings From Rev. Calob Rundell

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1 The Monitor March 2017 First United Methodist Church of Salida Love, Live, Give As You Have Received 4 th & D Streets (P.O. Box 945) Salida, CO (719) Ministers: Everyone; Pastor: Calob Rundell (O), (C); Office Administrator: Licia Iverson; Organist: Rod Schleicher; Choir Director: Mary Sandell Co-Lay Leaders: Burrell & Sherry Welton Burrell, Sherry; Church Council Chair: Ken Leisher ; Financial Secretary: Paul Wilson Pastor s pastor@salidaumc.org Church website: Church office@salidaumc.org Pastor s Ponderings From Rev. Calob Rundell It s Time To Get Ready For the past nine months I ve been a rookie firefighter with the Chaffee County Fire Protection District. In this role I ve responded to a wide a variety of incidents, from a raging structure fire to a faulty carbon monoxide alarm. But most of my time has been spent training so that I can be ready to respond to whatever emergency I get called to. In many areas of life, training is important because it gets us ready for what is to come. With my firefighter training, I m prepared and ready to hook up a hose to a hydrant or extricate someone from a crunched car. The hours spent getting ready pay off when it s go time. Whenever we encounter something that will bring change to our lives, it is helpful to have a time to get ready. The more prepared we are, the greater impact the change will have. The more time we take to study about, reflect on, or practice something, the greater prepared we will be when it is time to act. This is true of more than just practical things like learning how to hook up a fire hose to a hydrant or take a ladder off a truck. It is true in our spiritual lives as well. Greater preparation equals greater impact. Beginning with Ash Wednesday on March 1st we enter into the season of Lent. This season of preparation goes until Easter morning on Sunday April 16th. When most people think of Lent, they think of a time to voluntarily give something up that they think is bad for them, like chocolate or wasting time on the internet. The practice of fasting from something can be a helpful part of Lent, but the season is so much more than that. Lent is an intentional time to get ready for the events of Holy Week. Holy Week contains the most powerful days in the life of the church and in the life of all who follow Jesus. It is 1 because Holy Week is so powerful that we need the season of Lent. In the span of just 8 days in Holy Week, we encounter Jesus riding triumphantly into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday as the crowd shouts His praise. We see Jesus cause a violent ruckus in the temple. We hear Jesus say things that are hard for everyone to listen to. We gather with the disciples to take part in the Last Supper. We watch helplessly as Jesus is betrayed, taken to trial, and His followers are scattered. We cower as Jesus is crucified as a criminal. We are overcome with fear as we wait through the anxiety of Holy Saturday. And then we experience the power of victory with the empty tomb on Easter morning. That is A LOT in 8 days. All of Holy Week is powerful, and all of it can be life changing. So we must be prepared. During Lent, we are called to do the things that will prepare us for Holy Week. Pray. Pray a lot. Pray intentionally. Read the Gospels. Engage with the poor and the lonely around you. Fast. Give something up that is bad for you. Take something on that is good for the world. If we do some of those things (or all of them), we will be ready for the full power and impact that Holy Week brings to our lives. And we will be changed. One way to be prepared for Holy Week this year is to come be a part of worship on Sunday mornings at 10:30am. During each Sunday of Lent we will be taking a close look at the events that transpire during those 8 days: Jesus washing the disciples feet, Jesus praying in the garden, the trial of Jesus, the crucifixion, and the Last Supper. Peace, Rev. Calob Rundell pastor@salidaumc.org P.S. If you want to talk more about what you can do during Lent to get ready for Holy Week, you are most certainly welcome to be in conversation with me.

2 Heaven at 11:00 Join us each Wednesday at 11:00am in the Parlor for 20 minutes of Contemplative Prayer (Silence) Any questions please see Licia Iverson or Sherry Welton Faith Book Club Tuesday, March 14th at 10:00AM This group is now meeting at the home of Catherine Hayden. Please call Catherine for more information: (719) Prayers, Praise & Celebrations Kirk Banghart Continued prayers requested for former Salida Middle School principal and teacher, Kirk Banghart. In late January, Kirk was diagnosed with a brain tumor the size of a plum. He recently had a 6 hour surgery at Swedish Hospital in Denver, to remove the tumor. He has made good progress through several complications. Kirk was released from Swedish Hospital on Saturday and is now back home in Salida. He will continue his therapy here moving forward. It is yet undetermined when he will be able to return to work, but his progress has been great so far! Everyone is SO grateful for all of the thoughts, prayers and concerns on his and the family's behalf. Profound gratitude from Kirk, Arika, Kuper and Kallister, as well as other friends and family! Please keep Kirk, Arika, their family and all those caring for Kirk, in your prayers. Jerry Long- Please keep Jerry Lon, deep within your prayers. Recently, Jerry Long was hospitalized in Colorado Springs at Memorial Hospital following the experience of unexplained jaundice. Pastor spent many hours with Jerry over several days and has Jerry s permission to relay the following information. After testing, it was revealed that Jerry has Stage 4 cancer throughout his chest. The jaundice was a result of a tumor obstructing the bile duct, which Jerry had a procedure to address that. Unfortunately, there is no treatment or procedure for him regarding the cancer and related tumors. It has been recommended that he receive palliative care at this time. Jerry is now home in Salida and seeing his medical professionals here. We will keep you posted as we know more about what support he wants and needs. May Jerry know the deep presence of God s love as he moves through this difficult time. If you would like to send Jerry a card, his mailing address is: PO Box 455, Salida Tom Yerkey Please keep Tom and Karen in your prayers as Tom gets stronger and stronger every day. Tom was recently hospitalized in Denver to receive a new infusion treatment for his cancer. The good news is that he has responded well to this treatment. We are hopeful that he & Karen will be able to return to Salida very soon. Thank you to all who facilitated this year s Sweetheart Breakfast. It is with great appreciation that we say thank you to those who stepped up to help with the cooking, in the unexpected absence of Jerry Long due to illness. Beautiful music was provided by Mary Sandell, accompanied by Rod Schleicher. Please send your prayer requests, updates, celebrations and announcements to Licia at: office@salidaumc.org March CELEBRATIONS Birthdays March 3 March 4 March 7 March 10 March 12 March 12 March 12 March 13 March 20 March 24 March 27 March 28 Dick Isenberger Jim Rees Susan Little Bob Campbell Virginia Imig Ginny Cunningham Randy Bergstrom Debbie Jackson Licia Iverson Carol Witter Eliza Collins Alan Adams Anniversaries March 21 Pat & Norris Miller March 25 Judith & Ed Kinzie Request from Licia: Please be sure to let the office know about the dates of the birthdays and anniversaries in your family! We love to celebrate such joys! 2

3 The March Men s Breakfast will NOT MEET this month. See you in April! THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS March Ushers - Coordinator: Ginny Cunningham March 5 Ginny & Jerry Cunningham March 12 Judy Eyler & Debbie Jackson March 19 Judith & Ed Kinzie March 26 Burrell Welton & TBD March Liturgists - Coordinator: Karen Yerkey March 5 Judy Naviaux March 12 Karen Yerkey March 19 Mary Reeves March 26 Sherry Welton March Fellowship Hosts Coordinator: Barb Zechman March 5 Available March 12 Linda & Randy Bergstrom March 19 Licia Iverson March 26 Available VITA is Here! (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Once again our church is providing the Salida location for this valuable community service. VITA appointments will began on Saturday, Feb. 4 th and Thursday, Feb. 9 th will run through Thursday, April 13 th and Saturday, April 15 th. Call (719) for your appointment! Tax Assistance in Salida It s that time of year for all of us to get ready for the tax year We re happy to announce that the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will again be offered in Salida. We will be setting up VITA in the basement of the Methodist Church at 4th and D St. (228 4 th Street) just as we did last year, to provide free income-tax return preparation. 3 VITA will again have offices in both Salida and Buena Vista. Salida will have hours on Thursdays from 8 to 12 and again on Saturdays from 8 to 3. BV typically has hours in the afternoons on Tues and Thurs. For Salida, you can call (719) , to reserve your date and time. We estimate an hour per tax return. This year the program in Salida will continue to be run by two knowledgeable VITA volunteers who moved to Salida from Iowa in December of The couple, Randy and Linda Bergstrom, have worked with the VITA program for 15+ years and are very excited to be able to work with the IRS and continue VITA in a location to take care of community members in Salida. We also have some great returning volunteers to help and some new volunteers. The IRS created VITA so that low-to- moderate income and senior taxpayers could have free preparation and filing of income tax returns that claim the deductions, exemptions, and credits for which they are eligible. VITA was started by the IRS in 1969 and since then millions of returns have been prepared by volunteers. Volunteers have been providing this service in Salida and Buena Vista for about thirty years. The IRS provides training, and tests and certifies the volunteers providing the assistance. It s not too late to volunteer to help out for this year s VITA program, in either certified (tax preparer) or non-certified positions. If you re interested, Randy or Linda at VITASalida@gmail.com. Tax preparation includes state and federal returns, free e- filing and direct deposit of income tax refunds. In order for married couples to e-file a joint return, both spouses must be present. Taxpayers should bring all of their 2016 tax records including W-2 and 1099 forms, a copy of their 2015 tax return if possible, photo identification and social security cards for themselves, and social security cards for all dependents. If child-care expenses are to be claimed, bring the providers tax Identification number or social security number. For direct deposit of refunds, bring a check or deposit slip for the deposit account. Information on health insurance will also be required as it was last year. We look forward to seeing all of you again this year. On Sunday Evening, Feb. 26 th we celebrated the baptism of Jayla Peacock. What a beautiful evening it was!

4 Church Finance Update Hello Friends! Here is an update regarding the church s finances through January If you have any questions about these numbers, please speak with Licia Iverson, in the office or Paul Wilson, our Financial Secretary. Our next Finance Committee Mtg. will be on Tuesday, April 18 th at 1:00PM in Century Hall. Receipts & Expenses January 2017 Year to Date Receipts (Unrestricted) $ $ Apportionments - paid -$ $ Other Receipts (Restricted) NA for this chart NA for this chart Total Net Receipts $ $ Expenses - Operating $ $ Expenses Pastor Salary & Benefits, Parsonage, Staff Wages $ $ Total Expenses $ $ Net Income (Loss) -$ $ All financial figures are rounded to the nearest dollar. Category Definitions Receipts (Unrestricted): The church s receipts are like your own paycheck or pension check. Our ongoing receipts consist primarily of pledged and non-pledged offerings and loose plate offerings. Gifts given specifically to our General Fund, Faith Fund, proceeds from our fundraising efforts are also part of our receipts. These receipts are unrestricted in their use for the church. Other Receipts (Restricted): We often receive receipts specified for outreach efforts such as the Samaritan Fund, the Endowment Fund, UMCOR, Summer Raft Guide Dinner Program, building use, as well as certain fundraising efforts such as the Windows Restoration Campaign. All these receipts are restricted for the use intended and are not subject to the apportionment paid to the conference, nor do they cover monthly expenses. Apportionments: A portion (13%) of our monthly receipts (unrestricted) listed above is then paid to the Rocky Mountain Conference to support the wider mission of the United Methodist Church. This apportionment is paid each month for the receipts of the previous month. The apportionment amount paid that is reflected in our November finances was based on October receipts. Expenses - Operating: The church has many of the same expenses that we all have in our own homes. We have to pay for insurance, utilities, minor repairs, supplies as well as payroll taxes for our employees. Expenses Pastor Salary & Benefits, Parsonage, Staff Wages: The church also pays the pastor s salary and benefits, employs an office administrator, organist, choir director and a custodian. Our parsonage, the home for our pastor, has expenses such as utilities, insurance, and the mortgage payment. February numbers will be in April s Monitor. Thank you to those who make additional financial gifts to the church throughout the year. Your tax-deductible contributions greatly help our church. Your generous giving makes everything possible that goes on in the life of this church. Thank you again, for your generous and faithful financial support. If you have any questions about the church finances and/or questions about your 2017 pledge, please speak with our Financial Secretary, Paul Wilson. You may contact Paul at: (630) or pwilson54@aol.com. 4 Bible Studies Available Our Women s Bible Study meets on Wednesdays at 9:30AM in Century Hall The Men s Bible Study meets on Tuesdays at 10:00AM in Century Hall. If you would be interested in providing flowers for our altar on a Sunday morning, please call Norma Ricketts to schedule that date! (719) cell (719) home Rocky Mtn. United Methodist Foundation Presents Will-Power Program for Salida FUMC This month Salida FUMC, in conjunction with the Rocky Mountain United Methodist Foundation, will conduct a program at our Church to emphasize the importance of having a will and to assist members in making or updating their wills. Recently our church was the recipient of a generous bequest from a member in her will. It has enabled us to meet needs of our church that needed to be addressed without putting a strain on our finances. Beginning February 19 information was provided regarding the importance of wills and estate planning. It is estimated that 70% of Americans have no will. Without one, the state may be the one to decide what happens to your estate, not your family. You will be given an opportunity to fill out a brief, anonymous Wills Information Survey and place it, unsigned, in the collection plate. Additional information will be given on subsequent Sundays and the program will conclude with a Wills Workshop on March 12, following our worship, to be conducted by a representative from the Foundation and Randy Bergstrom, a tax attorney with estate planning experience.

5 Sunday Night Worship Service COME SEE WHAT GOODNESS IS HAPPENING DURING THESE EVENING SERVICES! When: 2 nd and 4 th Sundays of each month, 6:30-7:15pm What: We sing, pray, talk about Jesus. And then we offer communion (optional) in the sanctuary. Where: At the church building in Century Hall. EVERYONE IS INVITED BRING A FRIEND! Operation Spirit From The Heart of the Rockies Salida Troops Donations We are helping to collect items for a project at the Lutheran church for our Salida troops. All donations need to be here on or before Sunday, March 26 th Collection box is in Century Hall. Packing of Boxes will take place on Tues., March 28 th at 9:00am at the Lutheran Church, in their basement. Thank you so much for your help. Items needed are: Ziplock Baggies: quart or sandwich size Crackers: Small individual packets Drink Mixes individual packets AA Batteries All items travel size, if possible. We are always looking to add other troop members (who are stationed out of the country) to receive these monthly boxes. Please let Ginny Biglow know if you have someone in mind! Special Request: Monetary Donations are needed to cover the cost of shipping the packages to our troops! Make checks payable to: First Lutheran, write TROOPS on memo line. Mail to: First Lutheran Church, 1237 F. St. Salida, CO Why Use Our Safeway Cards? $$$$$$$$$$$$ Many reasons to buy RELOADABLE Safeway Cards 1. 5% of all purchases are given to the SUMC 5 2. Cards may be used for pharmacy, groceries or anything else sold at Safeway. 3. If refilled with a credit card you will still collect any rewards offered such as frequent flyer miles or cash back offers. 4. Remaining amount on card will be reflected on each receipt. 5. If card is lost it can be replaced. Notify Barb or the church office immediately. We will call Safeway and have the card deactivated and a new card will be issued to you with remaining funds. 6. Easy to use, just swipe and go. 7. All cashiers know how to add funds. They will walk you through the process which I will list at the close of this article. 8. Add funds if needed prior to checking out groceries. 9. A tax receipt will be issued toward your refund. The cards may be purchased from Barb Williams or the church office for $10 which has $10 worth of funds on it for purchases. To add funds: Tell the cashier you want to add funds 1. Swipe Safeway card. 2. On the screen punch add funds 3. On keyboard type in amount that you want to add 4. Punch enter 5. Swipe credit card and sign 6. A receipt will be issued to you by the cashier 7. Go forth and shop! This is an easy way for our church to raise money with no cost to the individual. Please consider a reloadable card to help our church. Barb Williams, Coordinator Community Ash Wednesday Service Wednesday March 1-6:30pm at Salida UMC hosted by the First Presbyterian Church, First Christian Church and Salida United Methodist Church. Not able to attend the evening service? Clergy from the Episcopal Church, Salida United Methodist Church, and First Lutheran Church will offer ashes to go from 8:30-11:30am at the corner of 4 th and E streets.

6 Remember to turn your clocks FORWARD 1 hour on Saturday night March 11 th. Daylight Savings time begins on Sunday, March 12 th. From Margaret Gillikin, the Trinity District Superintendent Dear Friends, TRINITY Views As we begin Lent this March, I invite you to join me in taking Jesus seriously when he invites us to "Come to me, all you who are heavy laden and I will give you rest." The following is a prayer practice I use regularly to release my burdens to God. The freedom and empowerment this grants me and others who use this method are significant. I hope you will give it a try, either working with a prayer partner - with one person asking the questions and the other person answering, then trading... or by yourself with a journal, talking out loud (to your plants? the dog?) or in silence. Here are the questions for reflection to guide a "Clearing". 1. How are you feeling a loss of power, freedom or selfcontrol? Or, what are you struggling with presently / how are you suffering? (Ex: My sister is driving me nuts.) 2. What's everything you're telling yourself / feeling about this? (Ex: She's self-centered, takes advantage of me, doesn't care about my needs, I feel judged and unaccepted.) 3. What kind of person says these kinds of things? (Ex: Someone with hurt feelings, who's tired of a situation that never seems to improve.) 4. What are the impacts on you when you're in this space? (Ex: I act like Eeyore... all depressed and moody, going off by myself to eat "thistles" (too much crunchy stuff that lets me chew on what's bugging me) thinking no one loves me. I also lose sleep and am generally irritable.) 5. What are the impacts on others? (Ex: By being out of communication with my sister and others, people miss me and the gifts of relationship we have. I m being wary of one person, put up defenses against others and I push away those I most want to be close to.) 6. Do you take responsibility for these words, attitudes and behaviors? (Ex: Yes. I know I'm not capable of changing my sister or her behavior, but I am responsible for myself, i.e., I am able to respond in a different, more life-giving way.) 7. What is there to give up? What can you let go of & allow Jesus to carry for you? (Ex: I give up insisting that my sister act the way I do. I let go of expecting mutuality, just because that's what I'd prefer. I release judging her. I let go of being impatient with myself for getting tripped up by this again.) 8. Is there anything God wants you to give up? Pray in silence to listen for something to be revealed. (Ex: I give up my ego of feeling better than her.) 9. Assess if you're now feeling "clear" and unburdened. Generally, there is a sense of peace, nothing else comes to mind, or you may even feel light hearted and begin to have playful answers accompanied by laughter. If you haven't experienced a shift, go back to earlier steps. Once clear, move on Believing that we humans are created in the Divine image & remembering that God creates through the power of the Word, I believe that our words are powerful. Thus, the last question is, what possibility do you want to create today? (Ex: The possibility I am creating for myself and my life is... accepting myself and others for how we are... being love... walking in step with Christ... trusting & believing in miracles... peace & serenity... hope & healing.) The possibilities are truly endless! One small detail... it is important to phrase your answers in questions 7 & 8 in active voice to make them more powerful. Instead of saying "I need to or want to" instead say, "I let go... I give up... I release." You may even want to make a letting go gesture with your hands as you speak or imagine placing that attitude or behavior directly into God's hands. Whatever spiritual disciplines you choose to practice during these 40 days of preparation, I pray that they will lead you closer to the heart of God and that the peace of Christ which passes understanding blesses you throughout the Lenten season. Blessings on the journey, 6

7 World Day of Prayer 2017 In cooperation with the administration of Longfellow Elementary school here in Salida, we are collecting gym shoes for students who are experiencing homelessness. Information RE: SHOES for Youth Velcro preferred over shoes with laces Shoes for both girls and boys Kid sizes 2 and up New or gently used Sign-up sheet in Fellowship Hall Women, men, and children in more than 170 countires and regions will celebrate World Day of Prayer on Friday, March 3, This year the women of the WDP Committee of the Philippines call us to worship considering the words: Am I being unfair to you! With these words as backdrop, we are invited to learn about the Philippinews history and rich cultural diversity. The women of the Philippines share their stories of intergenerational wisdom, traditions, and experiences of God s profound love and acceptance. The focus is on Matthew 20:1-16, the parable of the laborers in the vineyard. The Bible study and worship service invite us to explore concepts of economic justice both in the Filipino context and around the world, and our response in light of God s generosity. This year s service will be held on Friday, March 3 at 1:00 p.m. at First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Salida at the corner of 4 th and D Streets. The audiorium is handicap accessible. Invite your friends, family, and community of aith to join in the women of the Philippines in prayer and son to support ecumenical efforts toward justice, peace, healing, and wholeness. The annual offering supports the work of World Day of Prayer USA and helps meet the eneeds f familis in the Philippines and around the world who are victims of many forms of poverty, vilience and injustice. World Day of Prayer Service in Salida, Colorado 1:00 p.m. * Friday, March 3, 2017 First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 4 th and D Street, Salida, Colorado Prepared by the women of the Philippines World Day of Prayer USA Art for WDP 2017 by Rowena Apol Laxamana-Sta.Rosa A Glimpse of the Philippine Situation 7 World Day of Prayer is a worldwide ecumenical movement of Christian women of many traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year on the first Friday in March. World Day of Prayer was founded over 7 decades ago on the idea that prayer and action are inseparable in the service of God s kingdom. Services begin at sunrise in the Pacific and follow the sun across the globe on the day of celebration. Each year a different country s committee servces as the writers of the World Day of Prayer worship service. For more information, contact Ruth Sparling, at or the national office of the Word Day of Prayer USA (

8 Virginia Imig s Journey of Hope Hello Friends! This is Sarah Imig Osani, Virginia Imig's daughter, writing to request prayers, love and financial support for her upcoming treatment for her vision. As you know, she has been diagnosed with bilateral nonarteritic ischemic optic neuropathy and her vision has been low for many years. Most recently, I came across a neurologist in Berlin, Germany (Center for Vision Restoration) who has had some success in treating this condition. We are fortunate that Dr. Anton Fedorov has accepted her for treatment in July; however, it is not covered by insurance. I have set up a Medical Fundraising Fund for her and here is the link - virginianimig If you are interested in following this effort or are in a position to contribute any amount to Virginia s treatment fund, we would be very grateful. She will need to pay privately for travel to Germany, hotel accommodations for two weeks and undergoing two weeks of electrical stimulation therapy. If you are not comfortable making an online contribution, you may write a check to me, Sarah Imig Osani, and I will see to it that the funds are applied to her treatment and related expenses. Checks may be mailed to: Sarah Imig Osani 7015 S. Fultondale Cir. Aurora, CO The link to Dr. Fedorov's clinic is: if you are interested in checking it out. Thank you to everyone who has already contributed and to those who plan to do so We are so grateful for all financial contributions to assist with Virginia s travel to Germany and treatment. Thank you all for caring about Virginia, our family, and your prayerful support of Virginia s Journey of Hope. Sarah Imig Osani (Mark your calendars NOW!) Ongoing Weekly Scheduled Items Include: Sundays: Choir Practice 9:15am, Worship 10:30am High School Youth Prog. at Presbyterian Ch. 6:30pm Tuesdays: Men s Bible Study, 10:00am, Century Hall Wednesdays: Women s Bible Study, 9:30am, Century Hall Heaven at Eleven! Contemplative Prayer Gp. 11:00am 20 min. Silence, Parlor Middle School Youth Prog. at Presbyterian Ch. 7:00pm Thursdays: VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance), 8:00-12:00, Bsmt. Church is closed for cleaning, 12:00-2:00pm Salida Brass Practice, 6:00-7:30pm, Choir Rm. Fridays: Church Office is Closed Saturdays: VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance), 7:00-3:00, Bsmt. (except for Sat. March 11 th NO VITA) Wed, Mar 1 Ash Wednesday Community Service, 6:30pm Fri, Mar 3 World Day of Prayer, 1:00pm, First Christian Ch. Sat, Mar 4 NO Men s Breakfast this Month! Sun, Mar 5 Worship Service with Communion Sat, Mar 11 TURN CLOCKS FORWARD 1 HOUR Sun, Mar 12 Daylight Savings Time Begins Spring Forward Sun, Mar 12 Will-Power Workshop, after worship, Century Hall Sun, Mar 12 Sunday Eve. Worship Svs, 6:30-7:15pm, CH Sun-Tues, Mar Plymouth Park UMC Gp, 6:00-8:00pm, Bsmt (3/12)/Century Hall/Sanctuary (3/13-14) Tues, Mar 14 Faith Book Club, 10:00am, Catherine Hayden s Hm. Tues, Mar 14 Trustees Committee, 1:00pm, Century Hall Thurs, Mar 16 NAMI Monthly Support Gp, 6:30-8:30pm Mon, Mar 20 Care Team, 9:30am, Century Hall Mon, Mar 20 Monitor Articles Due! Mon-Thurs, Mar Wamego UMC Youth Gp, Basement Tues, Mar 21 Church Council Mtg. 10:00am, Century Hall Sun, Mar 26 Troop Donations Due Sun, Mar 26 UMCOR Sunday (formerly One Great Hour of Sharing) Sun, Mar 26 Sunday Eve. Worship Svs, 6:30-7:15pm, CH Tues, Mar 28 Pack Troop Boxes, 9:00am Lutheran Ch. Bsmt. 8