Pastor Paul. A W o r d F r o m O u r P a s t o r... Church Staff. First United Methodist Church 411 N. 4th Street Vincennes, IN

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1 First United Methodist Church 411 N. 4th Street Vincennes, IN January 2017 A W o r d F r o m O u r P a s t o r... Hello First Church Friends, Here are a few humorous questions to get you thinking (answers found elsewhere in this newsletter): Church Staff 1. Where can anybody but you sit? 2. What is cowhide chiefly used for? 3. If Betsy Ross were living today, what would she be most noted for? 4. Why didn t William Howard Taft run for a third term as President? Senior Pastor: Paul Wagner paul.wagner@inumc.com Director of Music Ministry: Dan Miller dmiller@vinu.edu To figure out these fun questions it requires us to think in different ways. Just like the Bible. Yes -- the Bible requires your thought and reflection if you wish Administrative Assistant: Sabrina De Vries fumc@cinergymetro.net Treasurer: Jennifer Baumberger jb@cinergymetro.net Director of Youth & Children s Ministries: Patrick Schutz vincennesfumcyouth@gmail.com Organists: Nancy Mathis mathisnancy@hotmail.com Ellen Bardole ebardole@yahoo.com William Andert william.andert@gmail.com David Messer davidmesser575@gmail.com Worship Services Sundays Traditional Service: 9:30 am Worship First: 11:45 am Sunday School 10:45 am Be sure to visit us on Facebook! or to have a strong relationship with God through Jesus Christ this new year. Believe it or not, we here at First Church make the bible easy for you. In fact there are free classes every Sunday morning where you can get your bible questions answered. It isn t really all that hard. In fact it can be quite fun and rewarding. This year, fulfill a new resolution, ask your Bible & faith questions at First Church in Sunday school. We ll explore & find answers together. Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Pastor Paul 1

2 January Attendance 01 Janice Clark Offering to Budget November January Communion $3, EVIL - What Is It? December January 08 EVIL - How Am I Evil? 4, , , , , Join us for Fellowship Time after the service. January 15 EVIL - How Can I Resist It The Mission of The United Methodist Church: To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. January 29 Sins of the Saints #1: Fellowship Discontinued January Flower Calendar 10:45 am January 08 - Mrs. Helen Theobald & Family 2 If you would like to provide altar flowers in honor or memory of a loved one, please contact the church office ( ). 06 Nancy Mathis 07 Larry Land 24 Dan Marczak Phyllis Smith 12 Lochlyn Betsch 26 Sandy Barker 13 Judy McLear 29 Brina Opat 14 Kirk Abendroth Larry Henderson 30 Josie Betsch 23 Evelyn Crowley ~ Edith Sitwel 31 Susan Wenz Needs Barbara Barry Family FUMC Prison Ministry January 29 - Open Date 17 Charles Hedde Sr. Betty Wagner January 01 - Roy & Susan Chattin January 22 - Open Date 05 Megan Jennings Norma Riegle Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home. January 22 Guest Speaker Our First Church Discipleship Process: To bring people to Christ; to help people grow in Christ; to serve all people for Christ January 15 - Ann & Charles Hedde & Family 15 Doris Bechtlofft Ede Mattison 04 Sue Mardis Traditional January 2017 Birthdays Nursery (ages 0-3) Beginner s Class (ages 3-5) One Room Sunday School (K-5) Middle/High School College Adult Classes: G.I.F.T. Class (20 s & 30 s): Ifs (Growing In Faith Together) 4:10: Choices that determine destiny ICU: Old Testament Stories from the Backside WHO: Creation: A Divine Cycle Home Builders: Creation: A Divine Cycle Kay Henderson Sue Mardis Those living alone/the lonely Those that don t know Jesus Praises Thank you Lord for the generous outpouring of donations for FillA-Box. Thank you for Christmas...the birth of our savior and a time of love and giving as you intended. Praise God for our wonderful church and all the amazing people who fill it every week. Thank you for your grace and mercy in our lives. Because of You, we have hope, security, guidance and love. If you have a prayer need or praise, please call the church office or . We would love to pray for you! 15

3 14 COMMUNITY to All of our ministry members who gave of their time all year to help our church run smoothly and helps us keep to God s plan. We shall care about and address people s needs inside and outside the church. Titus 3:14 Matthew 7:12 We are collecting: Box Tops for Education and Campbell s Soup Labels. These can be placed in the appropriate drawers in the Elevator Room. Mission s Ministry s Fill-A-Box Watch for more details First United Methodist Church Core Values As a congregation of believers in Jesus Christ desiring to faithfully fulfill our mission, we strive to do ministry remaining true to these core values: ENCOURAGEMENT We shall bring hope to the hopeless. Jeremiah 29:11 Romans 15:4-6 & 13 STEWARDSHIP We shall contribute our finances, time and talent to build God s kingdom. 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 PRAYER We shall privately and publicly commune with God and connect with God s grace. Colossians 4:2 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 WORSHIP We shall regularly attribute worth to God together as a body of believers. Hebrews 12:28 Psalm 29:2 Our core values act like bumpers on a bowling alley lane. They aren t our goal or objective, but as things we value they give us boundaries within which we operate to fulfill our mission. FUMC Biz Keeping you up-to-date with the latest church news... Know someone who needs recognition? or call in information to the church office for inclusion in the Mid-Week News and monthly Newsletter Phone & Address Directories are now available in the back of the Sanctuary after worship on Sundays or at the church office during the week. If you are physically unable to pick one up, contact the church office and we will mail one to you. Treasurer Office Hours... If you need to contact our Treasurer, Jennifer Baumberger, her office hours are Monday & Tuesday from 8:30 am-1:30 pm. She can also be reached through mailto:jb@cinergymetro.net... FUMC Group meets at Helping His Hands (1107 Main Street) on Thursdays at 10:00 am. Packing takes around an hour. Come join us! January 5, 19 & 26 CIA Youth Group will be packing January 5pm on Staff Consecration Sunday... We will be consecrating our FUMC Staff Members for the new year Sunday, January 8 th at our 9:30 am service. Join us as we ask God to bless and grow them and the church Altar Flower Calendar Open Dates January: 22 & 29 March: 5 & 12 April: 2, 23 & 30 June: 25 July: 23 & 30 August: 13 & 27 September: 17 December: 31 3

4 FUMC Biz continued from page 3 The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing (or playing the accordion) loud for all to hear! Fill-a-box Mark & Melissa Hendrix spread cheer to our community. Watch the Midweek News and Bulletin for who we will be filling our boxes for in January! The staff would like to thank everyone who brought in delectable Christmas treats, gifts and cards for our enjoyment. We are truly blessed to work for and be a part of such a wonderful and loving church family! We will not be hosting a Dine with a Doc event in January. We look forward to seeing you in February for our next Doc! Our Christmas Elves listen to the Children s Message Advent... Thank you to everyone who gave so generously. We are pleased to send checks to help these three organizations help those in need. $1,795 VCSC School Nurse Fund $1,825 Loaves & Fishes $1,945 Volunteers needed... We need volunteers to help take down the Christmas decorations here at the church during the week of January 2nd (before January 8th). Please notify the church office if you can help. What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness? 4 ~ John Steinbeck Andrew & Aiden Hinz light the Advent Candle on Christmas Eve. Answers to the Pastor s Article: 1. Your lap. 2. For holding cows together. 3. Her age (she d be 256 years old as of Jan. 1st). 4. He was never elected to a second term. C.A.S.A. 13

5 Christmas Time at FUMC 2016 Christmas Cantata Patrick regaling the kiddos with the Children s Message CIA CHRISTIANS IN ACTION January 8 Meet at Helping His Hands 5-7 pm January 22 A Divine Dinner 5-7 pm A combined ministry of First United Methodist, St. John s UCC & First Christian (Disciples of Christ) Churches strives to be an outlet for the Middle & High School youth to practice their faith through weekly fun fellowship activities and/or opportunities to serve the community as Christians, while growing in faith, knowledge and love of Christ. January 15 Paoli Ski Trip 1-10 pm Watch your mail for a release form. January 29 A Divine Dinner 5-7 pm December 11, 2016 Our super talented Chancel Choir William Andert lighting the Advent Candle Join the coming in February for a church-wide race between First Christian Church Disciples of Christ, First United Methodist Church, and St. John s United Church of Christ. Let s race to get as many funds for the youth mission trip as possible! Run your best in the race of faith, and win eternal life for yourself. 1 Timothy 6:12 (Good News Bible) Sunday, January

6 Intentional Faith Development Team Minutes November 28, 2016 In attendance: Mary Robertson, Paul Wagner, Patrick Schutz, Roberta Wagner, Ann Hedde & Sandra Ave. Regrets received: None Meeting opened with prayer by Paul. College Care Packages: We will send $15 pizza gift cards to the college students (we have 14 college students this year). Patrick will purchase the gift cards and mail them in the greeting cards he already has with a note about the devotional they will begin receiving. End of Year Report to Administrative Council: We met 2 of our 4 goals that were set for the year. Mary will prepare a report for the council and will include in it things we did outside of our goas such as starting the Beginner s Sunday School class that has had 8 different children attend at some point, more than once. Goal setting for next year: Roberta will do this at the next meeting as the new coordinator. Goals are due to council by end of January Children s Outreach Event: We have received $7,000 from Wills & Bequests. We will get $3,000 now so that we can get things started and then the rest in Our target group for the event will be elementary children and their families. Looking at holding the event in August or September of (This event replaces VBS) Patrick has been looking at possible speaker/activities/shows. Next meeting: Wednesday, January 6:00 pm. We will decide at this meeting what our regular meeting date/time will be for Meeting closed with prayer by Patrick. These are the minutes from our various ministries to keep you more informed through out the year of what is taking place behind the scenes here at FUMC. the bell tower. 2. Contract with Anthis Heating and Plumbing has been cancelled. New Business: 1. Sound System has been repaired. The surge protectors were blown. Chris Witt spent many hours repairing the system. Darcy Lyle made a motion we pay him $150 for his services. Motion seconded by Dr. Mark Hendrix. Motion carried. 2. The washing machine at the parsonage has a recall. This has been repaired. 3. Roof had a leak in Dr. Dan Miller s office. Roof Company was called. Future Projects: 1. Repair parking lot 2. Repair stained glass windows. First United Methodist Church Corporation Meeting: Presided over by Dana Klipsch The following nominated to be officers: President: Bill Ritterskamp Vice-President: Brent Johnson Secretary: Darcy Lyle Dr. Dave Hermes seconded this slate. Motion carried. The meeting was closed with prayer. Dr. Mark Hendrix made a motion to adjourn the meeting. The motion was seconded. Meeting adjourned. I miss the part of the year where it doesn t feel like bedtime when I get off of work at five. 6 Administrative Council Minutes December 5, 2016 Members Present: Rev. Paul Wagner, Dr. Dave Hermes, Darcy Lyle, Dr. Mark Hendrix, Jennifer Baumberger, Dana Klipsch, Day Riegle Or go to: 11

7 10 Oct./Nov Finance Summary October: Income: $30,709 Expenses: 27,966 Difference 2,743 This Year: Income: $293,481 Expenses: 307,762 Difference -14, 281 Finance Ministry Minutes December 5, 2016 Where we stand on budget: Percent of income needed to make budget received: 88% Percent of budget spent: 92% Account Balances: Budget: $28, 911 Building: 8,230 Designated/Mission: 27,535 November: Income: $26,086 Expenses: 25,212 Difference 874 Discussion: It was suggested that an reminder of giving be sent to persons still owing on their pledges Pledge Totals Households Total Pledged $216,160 $193,970 Unpledged 71,423 60,000 Missing pledges 15,000 St. Johns & UCC 24,106 Estimated income Total 2017 $293,078 Proposed Budget ,793 Difference 59,715 Trustee Ministry Minutes December 5, 2016 Unfinished Business: 1. Schlomer Restorations is finishing the project with additional work on Regrets: Lindsey Marczak Absent: Dr. John Mathis, Pat Klemeyer, Dave Salmond, Brent Johnson Visitors: Dr. Charles Hedde, Bill Ritterskamp Opening: The meeting was opened with a prayer by Rev. Paul Wagner. A devotional was given by Pastor Paul. Reviewed: Mission Statement: To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. Discipleship Process: BRING people to Christ; To help people to GROW in Christ; To SERVE all people for Christ. Ministry Vision: Health and hope for a hurting world. Core Values: Community, Encouragement, Stewardship, Prayer, and Worship Approval of the minutes of 10/17/16 1. Administrative Council Minutes 2. Finance Ministry Minutes 3. Trustees Ministry Minutes Dr. Mark Hendrix made a motion to approve these minutes. Darcy Lyle seconded the motion. Motion carried. Consent agenda vote: 1. Wills & Bequest Ministry 10/25/16 2. Intentional Faith Development 11/28/16 3. Pastor s Report for November 2016 Leadership Development/Nominations Task Force Passionate Worship Ministry Team State of the Church Statistical Reports from Dr. Mark Hendrix made a motion to accept these reports. A second was made by Darcy Lyle. Motion carried. The Risk Taking Missions and Service Ministry Report: The project for this month is a mitten tree. New Business: 1. Donut Fellowship - will be deferred to the Worship Team 2. Request for donations for Superintendent and staff for Christmas gift. Dana Klipsch suggested giving $25. Members agreed. 3. Next year s meetings will be held on the 3 rd Monday of every month at 7:00 pm. Continued on page

8 J A N U A R Y Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Communion Helping His Hands 10:00 am 6 7 Confirmand Morning with Pastor 8:00-11:30 am Office Closed 8 Staff Consecration CIA Youth Helping His Hands 5:00-7:00 pm 9 Staff Meeting 11:00 am Intentional Faith Development Meeting 7:00 pm Fellowship Time CIA Youth Group Paoli Ski Trip 1:00-10:00 pm 16 Administrative Council Meeting 7:00 pm 17 Widow s Group 6:00 pm Helping His Hands 10:00 am Devotion Time Willow Manor - 2:00 pm KFC Movie Time 1:00-3:00 pm 23 Staff Meeting 11:00 am 24 Wills & Bequests Meeting 7:00 pm Helping His Hands 10:00 am CIA Youth Group A Divine Dinner 5:00-7:00 pm Deadline for December Newsletter items 8 29 CIA Youth Group A Divine Dinner 5:00-7:00 pm Weekly Events unless otherwise noted on date Sunday: Worship Service - 9:30 am (Kids Church during service) Sunday School: 10:45-11:30 am : 11:45 am Thursday: Handbell Choir - 6:00 pm Chancel Choir - 7:00 pm 9