The Chimes of The Hebron United Methodist Church

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1 The Mission of Hebron UMC is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. The Chimes of The Hebron United Methodist Church These past four weeks have been such a meaningful time in the life of our congregation. We have explored how we can manage our financial resources and truly experience simplicity, generosity, and joy. And we have responded to all that we have learned by setting personal goals and making commitments. On the previous two Sundays, we have consecrated our commitments of giving for God s work through our church. If you have already made your estimate of giving, thank you. If you have not yet had an opportunity to do so, it s not too late. Simply drop your Estimate of Giving Commitment Card in the mail, bring it by the church office, or put it the offering plate during any worship service. If you need another card, extras will be available on Sunday. We are grateful for your financial support of our church. Your giving in the coming year will make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and adults in our church, as well as in the lives of people everywhere we are in mission and ministry in the world. I am blessed to be the Pastor of such a caring and giving church. Pastor Pete Office Hours: 9:00-3:00 weekdays Phone: (219) hebumc@netnitco.net Web site: Page 1 November 2018

2 Pastor Ponderings Over the last couple of months, there have been two concerns that multiple people have approached me about. They may seem minor at first appearance, but when I begin to see how they effect some people from experiencing the same worship service as anyone else, those concerns become more important to deal with. The first one is the ability to hear the prayer concerns when they are lifted up from the congregation without the benefit of one using a microphone. Please remember that we video tape our worship service and upload that recording to our web site for anyone to listen to. When those concerns are lifted up from someone sitting in the pews, not only do we have some members in the congregation who cannot hear them, but those listening to the recording also cannot hear them. So we will emphasize at the beginning of our worship service that if you have a prayer concern that you want lifted up, please fill out a blue prayer concern card available to you. The second concern is similar in nature and that is the making of announcements at the beginning of worship. Again, the problem is when people want to stay in the pews and make their general announcement to the congregation without using a microphone. The result is that it we are not able to pick up that announcement on the video recording and there are some members of the congregation who do not hear or completely understand what the announcement was all about. I am instructing all Liturgists not to ask are there any additional announcements at this time. If you have an important announcement for the congregation, please get it to the church office by Friday noon so that we can prepare an appropriate announcement page for the liturgist to read. That will require some preparation on your part, so that the communication to the congregation continues. If you have any questions on either of these two changes, please talk to me. Blessings Pastor Pete It s hard to believe that it is already November, a time to be thankful, a time to remember and embrace those who enrich our lives. Lora and I want to thank everyone of you for all that you have done for us. You have welcomed us with open arms and loving hearts. You have showered us with cards and with words of encouragement during Pastor appreciation month. Hebron United Methodist Church is more than just a place where we do ministry. It is home for us. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Pete & Lora Page 2 November 2018

3 The October General Meeting was held Tuesday, October 16th with 15 members present, and one guest. Judy Ernshaw from Phil s Friends gave the program. Phil s Friends is one of our missions. We have a box in the back of the Fellowship Hall for the items they need. The Holly Lane Bazaar will be Saturday, November 10th from 9:00 am 2:00 pm. The Hostesses were: Becky Fickle, Betty Osby, Lora Ward, and Vicki Mathis. The lunch was delicious and the tables were very pretty with apples, gourds and pumpkins GIVING REPORT Month Number of Amount Required Tithes and Offerings Received Sundays to meet Expenses Difference January 4 $ 13, $ 10, $ (2,282.24) February 4 $ 13, $ 8, $ (4,422.24) March 4 $ 13, $ 10, $ (2,609.74) April 5 $ 16, $ 16, $ May 4 $ 13, $ 10, $ (2,764.24) June 4 $ 13, $ 10, $ (3,071.24) July 5 $ 16, $ 12, $ (3,937.75) August 4 $ 13, $ 11, $ (1,441.39) September 5 $ 16, $ 14, $ (2,242.55) October 4 $ 13, $ 13, $ November 4 $ - December 5 $ - Deficit for the year to date $ (21,669.18) Hanging of the Greens November 25 Please join us after the service to decorate the sanctuary for Advent. Christmas Cantata December 16 Page 3 November 2018

4 Ladies Christmas Brunch Where: 202 W Church St, Hebron United Methodist Church When: Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 9:30 am Cost: $15 per person Tickets will be available after church services starting November 4. Deadline to purchase tickets will be November 20 or until sold out. Speaker, entertainment, and lots of fun and fellowship to help you celebrate the season. Holly Lane Bazaar and Cookie Walk Sponsored by the Hebron United Methodist Women Saturday, November 10 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Gift baskets, hand-loomed rugs, handmade baby/youth quilts, apple dumplings, cookies and candy by the pound (your selection), Christmas ornaments, crafts, soup by the quart, scouring pads, dish cloths, Country Store (all kinds of baked goods), and so much more! Breakfast: Lunch: Biscuits & gravy, cinnamon rolls, coffee. Chicken salad on a croissant, pulled pork sandwich, chicken noodle soup, salad, and desserts. Come, shop, and stay awhile! Page 4 November 2018

5 The Chimes of The Hebron United Methodist Church Schedule Monday, November 5 Thursday, November 15 Monday, November 19 Thursday, November 29 6:00- We are in always need of volunteers. Call Joyce Steinhilber at Wish List Laundry soap Canned Soup Toilet paper Breakfast Cereal Juices (not cranberry) Toothpaste Shampoo Peanut Butter Pasta/Noodles Spaghetti sauce Canned Ravioli/spaghetti Cleaning products Upcoming Sermons November 4 Made to Stick November 11 The Woman Who Gave Everything November 18 Storm Quakes November 25 The Question Jesus Doesn t Answer District Information North District north.district@inumc.org. District Superintendent Larry Whitehead larry.whitehead@inumc.org The United Methodist Church web site is Page 5 Don t forget to turn your clocks back one hour on Sunday, November 4 Our Military Members Jake Burns Currently deployed in San Diego jake.burns.9026@facebook.com Kevin Centifanto Currently in Colorado Springs November 2018

6 BIRTHDAYS 3 Dick Bell 5 Sheila Brawner 5 Diana Margis 5 Gary Marshall 8 Abbey Marek 14 Maxine Pass 15 Joy Slegers 17 Dave Veit 19 Janet Jones 19 Mike Scobbie 20 Gene Robey 22 Stephanie Mathews 24 Noah Weaver 30 Kadie (Marek) Barbian ANNIVERSARIES 16 Harry & Alice Owens 24 Gene & Barb Rust 30 George & Anne Dilley Ushers 4 Kelly & Dana Darman 11 Denny Steinhilber & Jim Max 18 LeAnn Hetrick & Gene Rust 25 Denny & Joyce Steinhilber Greeters 4 Harry & Mary Phillips 11 Jacie Nikolich 18 Dan & Bonnie McConnell 25 Ken & Delores Miller Liturgists 4 John Slegers 11 Dana Darman 18 Denny Steinhilber 25 Stephanie Mathews Tellers 4 Ken Miller 11 Pat Marshall 18 Diana Margis 25 Delores Miller Nursery 4 Sue Spurr 11 Sheri Doffin 18 Rose Fieser 25 Pat Marshall Children s Message 4 Stephanie Mathews 11 Ruth Babiak 18 Joyce Steinhilber 25 Jennifer Finley Page 6 November 2018

7 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Deb Bennett s Discipleship Group 1:00 pm Forgiveness Bible Study Worship Service Charge Conference 3:00 pm Chesterton UMC 11 Worship Service John Slegers Discipleship Group -6:00 pm 18 Worship Service (Noisy Offering) John Slegers Discipleship Group -6:00 pm 5 6:00- Bible Study at Donna Ingram s 12 Ad Council Meeting Bible Study at Donna Ingram s 19 6:00- Bible Study at Donna Ingram s 6 Worship Committee 13 UMW Work Day 9:30 am 20 Bloodmobile 2:00-6:00 pm Staff-Parish Meeting UMW Meeting Choir Handbell Choir 7 Choir Handbell Choir 14 Choir Handbell Choir 21 Missions Committee 6:00 pm :00-22 OFFICE CLOSED Thanksgiving OFFICE CLOSED 24 UMW Holly Lane Bazaar 9:00-2: Choir Bible Study at UMW Worship Service Donna Ingram s Work Day 6:00-9:30 am Handbell Choir Hanging of the Greens Page 7 November