PULSE BEAT SUMMER IS HERE FINALLY! J U L Y of the Sabbath (Mark 2:27 NLT). Why is that? Why would

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1 PULSE BEAT B E M U S P O I N T U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H SPECIAL POINTS OF INTERES T: 4 Leadership Ruts and How to Get Out Family Tree Mission & Outreach Children s Ministry Youth Ministry BPUMC Softball Schedule SUMMER IS HERE FINALLY! Summer is full of gi s from God. A couple years ago, we read a very good book exploring why having a day of rest, or Sabbath, each week is so wonderful and important. *Sabbath rest is a gi God has created for us; it s wrapped and ready to be given to us only, many of us choose not to accept this gi. Why is that? Why would we not want the freedom God offers through a weekly Sabbath rest? I think it is because we find it so hard to believe our lives will really be OK if we stop being produc ve one day a week. Maybe we grew up with Sabbath-keeping prac ces that drew us away from enjoying God and into joyless legalism, and we want to leave that behind. Whatever the reason, if you are not enjoying God s gi of day of Sabbath rest every week, this summer is a perfect me to start. Here are some thoughts to help you find freedom in a weekly day of Sabbath rest: Put away the to-do list. This is a day to be free from those things we are always feeling pressure to get done, like yard work, paying bills, and cleaning the house. Rules for the sake of rules are not helpful. A legalis c mindset can lead to a feeling of impending doom on the Sabbath: If I do this, lightning will strike me! On the contrary, Jesus Bill & Kristen J U L Y reminds us The Sabbath was made to meet the needs of people, and not people to meet the requirements of the Sabbath (Mark 2:27 NLT). Make me on the Sabbath to do things that connect you with God, others, and yourself. Normally that involves worship with other Chris- ans. Even if your Sabbath has to be a different day of the week, you can spend some extra me with your Bible or in prayer. Be gentle with yourself if this is a new habit for you. You may find pu ng away the to-do list causes you anxiety or boredom. Don t feel bad; new habits always take a while to establish. There is a Jewish saying that goes, More than we keep the Sabbath, the Sabbath keeps us. I think that s true! Why not try and accept the gi of rest more fully this summer? Joy in the Journey, *Babb, Lynn. Sabbath Keeping: Finding Freedom in the Rhythms of Rest. Downer s Grove: InterVarsity, 2005.

2 P A G E 2 4 LEADERSHIP RUTS AND HOW TO GET OUT By Craig Ju la "Remember, ruts are worn over me not overnight." Craig Ju la Ruts on the road of our leadership lives are worn into place over me by driving in the comfortable grooves of complacency. What may have started out as a priority for each of us can erode into a road of indifference. If we aren t careful our ruts get deeper and turn into graves with the ends knocked out. I have listed a few poten al ruts that we can all get stuck in from me to me. Rut Number 1: The En tlement Rut This is a mindset rut that is akin to the Emperor s a tude toward his new clothes. We are no longer aware of what we are wearing and no one wants to tell us we re exposed. The rut of en tlement can permeate all areas of our leadership life. We can move out of this rut by being thankful, grateful for what we have and doing random acts of kindness for others. Rut Number 2: The Busyness Rut The me we used to spend on our physical, emo onal, mental and spiritual health is not what it used to be. We have to much to do and we can t, don t or won t get to the things that ma er most. We get so busy doing we forget being. We are indifferent about our soul care yet passionate about our endeavors. Get out of the busyness rut by taking me each day to pause, read a joke, laugh and enjoy life. Rut Number 3: The Educa on Rut We have been in our chosen profession long enough to be considered an authority or an expert. We have wri en ar cles, books or both. Complacency sets in and over me we find ourselves in an educa on rut. We must con nually feed our minds with new informa on and wisdom. It s what you learn a er you know it all that counts. Pick up a new book or magazine that has nothing to do with your profession and give it a read. Rut Number 4: The Accountability Rut Not having a peer or friend you can talk to somehow gets pushed down the to do list the longer we stay in leadership. More responsibility may come our way so we need to automate our lives. One of the first things to go is rela onal connec on. We no longer take the me to build healthy rela- onships that keep us from complacency. Move out of this rut by picking up the phone and calling a good friend. Take them to lunch or for a grande non-fat caramel macchiato. It s a great first step in reconnec ng accountability. Remember, ruts are worn over me not overnight. Doing the same thing, the same way expec ng the same results will deepen the groove. The deeper the rut, the harder it is to get out. What rut are you in right now? What have you done in the past to get out of a leadership rut? Craig s Blog reprinted with permission from Empoweredliving. whowillyouempower.com P U L S E B E A T J U L Y

3 P A G E 3 1 Meghan Peterson 1 Steve Atwater 2 Todd Ashbaugh 2 Sarah Bless 2 Randy Johnson 2 Kelly Labby 3 Carolynn Wesp 3 Larry Bolling 5 Amber Auge 5 Brenda Nickerson 6 Cindy Carlson 6 Marion Johnson 6 Steve Farrell 7 Sara Godfrey 8 Jill Anderson 8 Steve Godfrey 8 Zechariah Padd 8 Nacole Benson 8 Jean Peters 9 Barb Sears 10 Dorothy Rexford 10 Julie Swanson 12 Maria Kindberg 13 Jody Lehman 13 Lyle Larson 13 Jonathan Lee Kent 13 Darlene Friend 13 Zachary Bishop 14 Ann Knepshield 14 Tammi Mar n 14 Helen Ingerson 15 Harry Barkham July Birthdays 16 Ryan Boughton 16 Monty Hatch 16 Will Allen 17 Mike Allenson 17 Chase Benson 17 Cole Benson 17 Chelsea Wesp 18 Liz Webeck 18 Caleb Carr 18 Brody Nolan 20 Jordan Ahlstrom 20 Joshua Ahlstrom 21 Diane Pugh 21 Aimie Young 22 Mark Peterson 22 Andrew Marsh 22 Cindy Hinsdale 22 Margaret Kerstetter 24 Holly Lehman 25 Amy Johnson 25 AJ Putt 26 Anna Mae Burnett 27 Bill Peters 28 Brady Wesp 29 Kelly Dill 28 Halie Degnan 31 Susan Erickson 32 Michael Rodgers 31 Jim Bartok 1 Greg & Karen Field 1 Philip & Sue Erickson 2 Michael & Mary Grace Guarino 2 Earl & Ginger Johnson 2 David & LeighAnne Hendrick 3 Larry & Martha Anderson 7 Chuck & Carolyn Barnes 7 Chris & Renee Moulton 8 Chris & Corrie Case 8 Adam & Danelle Padd 10 Dana & Loni Griffith 12 Dennis & Cindy Gleason 13 David & Sandy Klawon 13 David & Gloria Yagger 14 Aaron & Lisa Richner 17 Jamie & Noelle Swanson 18 Dennis & Becky Carlson 20 Dick & Jan Marks 24 Rick & Debby Meder 24 Roger & Delores Palmer 28 Vince & Heather Gustafson 30 Greg & Sherri Rater Joy cannot be pursued. It comes from within. It is a state of being. it does not depend on circumstances, but triumphs over circumstances. It produces a gentleness of spirit and a magne c personality. Billy Graham

4 PAGE 4 MISSION & OUTREACH Charlie Hodges Coordinator of Mission & Outreach Recent projects include: "Any church that is not seriously involved in helping fulfill the Great Commission has forfeited its biblical right to exist." Con+nued work on Kathy Korcyl s home in Ashville Helping a 93 year old woman in Jamestown whose basement was flooded Building a new well house at Camp Findley Comple+ng a new roof on a trailer in the Kennedy area Building a wheel chair ramp in Stow A UCAN luncheon in June Opportuni'es include: Oswald J. Smith Hos+ng a Fresh Air Fund Child VBS Please let Benny Karlson know if you are available to help Aug 4-11 Helping to organize a worship experience?, Bible study?, musical events? at Covenant Manor on 3rd St in Jamestown Volunteering to be a host for the Chautauqua Visita+on and Safe Exchange for families dealing with domes+c violence Volunteering at St. Susan s on a Sunday 1-4pm Par+cipa+ng at a new Open Table Teaching a class at UCAN in the Gateway Center in Jamestown Please contact Coordinator of Mission and Outreach Charlie Hodges chash51@yahoo.com or if you feel called to help with any of these projects. My worth to God EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Full-Time Custodian/Maintenance Person Approximately 35 hours per week Experience in commercial secng preferred HS diploma or GED required Submit lejer of interest and resume to: Julie Kiendl Bemus Point UMC PO Box 99 Bemus Point NY juliekiendl@bpumc.com PULSE BEAT JULY 2014 in public is what I am in private Oswald Chambers

5 P A G E 5 CHILDREN S MINISTRY COMING TO A CHURCH NEAR YOU!! Vacation Bible School Summer is here and so it is almost time for the 2014 BPUMC VBS. This year s VBS will be Shine and it will be held on August 4 8th. Our children will learn and explore what it means to shine for Jesus! The stage is set for what I believe is going to be a life changing week for many! With the stage being set.i still need a few people to fill the stage. So if you have any interest in being part of a high energy week for God than contact Benny ( ) at the church. I can t wait to see you all at VBS!!! NURSERY COORDINATOR OPENING I am currently looking for a paid Nursery Coordinator. This job will entail an average of 12 hours a month. A complete job description is available upon request. If this interests you, please contact the church for more details. Shine like a star in the night Make the whole earth bright When you shine your light It's time to Shine Let the whole world see A brand new you A brand new me It's time to shine Each day of our lives we make deposits in the memory banks of our children. Chuck Swindoll FAMILY BIBLE CAMP CAMP FINDLEY ON JULY Family Bible Camp is an annual conference held at Findley Camp & Retreat Center in Findley Lake, NY. This year s conference will be held July 20-26, and features keynote speakers Bishop Mark Webb, United Theological Seminary President Wendy Deichmann, and Bible professor Tim Dwyer. There will be programming for all ages. Register online at campfindley.org. Commuters are welcome. The camp charges for meals, accommoda ons, and waterfront ac vi es, but all worship services and teaching sessions are free and open to the public. The opening worship service will be held at 7pm on Sunday, July 20.

6 P A G E 6 YOUTH MINISTRY Steve Atwater July Youth Events MOVIE NIGHT July 2 There will be a Movie Night at the Richardsons (3411 Old Fluvanna Rd, Jamestown). Bring a snack or beverage to share. The Movie and Fun will be Epic! race. Thursday a end Crea on Museum. Then return to camp for another great night of fun. Pack up and Return Friday late evening. CREATION MUSEUM TRIP - KY July Crea on Museum and Camp Out is going to be huge fun. Depart Wednesday at 8:00am from church. Arrive in Wapakoneta OH, set up camp in great loca on with swimming, volleyball, night capture the flag etc. Also, team compe ons and cardboard boat BONFIRE NIGHT July 30 The Lindstroms will be hos ng a bonfire on July 30 at 6:30pm. Fun me at the Lindstroms 5070 Brown Hill Rd, Bemus Point. Games, Campfire, Food! Jesus answered, "I tell you the truth, no one can enter the kingdom of God Unless he is born of water and the Spirit." John 3:5 In the midst of winter, I finally learned there was within me an invincible summer. Albert Camus SUMMER BAPTISM CELEBRATION On Sunday, July 27 1:30 PM we will hold our Bap sm Celebra- on at the home of Roger & Arlene Connelly. This is a great opportunity to claim your faith and announce to all the freedom God has given you through Jesus Christ. The en re church family is invited to the Connellys home (5001 Pickard Street, Dewi ville). It will be a day of food, fellowship & thanksgiving that everyone can enjoy. Everyone is asked to bring a dish to pass that will feed eight people. Hot dogs and beverages will be provided. P U L S E B E A T J U N E

7 P A G E 7 BPUMC SOFTBALL SCHEDULE Bemus Point United Methodist Church not only has one team but two teams playing in a league in Wes ield. What be er family fun then to go and support our players. Bring a lawn chair, your own bag of goodies, and your cheering voice and let s root on these teams. BPUMC 1 Captain, Mike Mar n Week 3 Tues vs 3 Doubleheader week: Week 4 Mon vs 1 Tues vs 1 3 vs 2 2 vs 2 Week 5 Mon vs 1 Tues vs 2 BPUMC 2 Captain, Dan Courtney Week 6 Mon vs 3 Tues vs 3 Week 7 Mon vs 1 Tues vs 2 Week 8 Mon vs 3 Tues vs 3 Fields 1- Smith - Early 6:30 PM 2- Smith - Late 8:00 PM 3- NorthLake 6:30 PM UNDERSTANDING BAPTISM CLASS Our Summer Bap sm Celebra- on will be held July 27 th. If you have placed your trust in Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sin, and made a commitment to become a fully-devoted follower of Jesus, then the Bible says your next step is to be bap zed. Bap sm by immersion is a public declara on of one s personal commitment to live a Christcentered life and to receive the gi of God s grace. We also offer people the opportunity to reaffirm their bap sm. If you want to be bap- zed this summer, you must a end one of our Understanding Bap sm classes which will be given on the following dates. Sunday, July 10:00 am Sunday, July 11:30 am Contact Mary Ahlstrom at if you wish to a end one of these classes.

8 Making Jesus Known in Word and Deed! Bemus Point United Methodist Church 4954 Bemus-Ellery Road PO Box 99 Phone: Fax: We re on the Web bpumc.com 9:00 am August 17 July 20 Sundays FLOATING STAGE ON THE