AWARE November St. James United Methodist Church

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1 St. James United Methodist Church AWARE November 2017 ~~~~~~~~~~~~PASTOR~~~~~~~~~~~ Dong Su Lee ~~~~~~~LAY LEADERSHIP~~~~~~~ Lay Leader/Lay Member Ann. Conf. Larry Gyrion Staff Parish Relation Chairperson Gary Linstad Administrative Board Chairperson Tom Schemm Council Secretary Deb Kraemer Treasurer Chris Bahr Finance Chair Jon Krein Financial Secretary LuAnn Van Handel Trustees Chair Bill Kraemer and the committee Christian Education Sherri Gyrion Missions Committee Kay & Charlie Christenson Member Care Lead Dong Su Lee Website Bill Kraemer ~~~~~~~~~~~~~STAFF~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Administrative Assistant Deb Kraemer Organist Linda Lee Custodian Kari Sturm Please note: If you are receiving this electronically, all links in this publication are active. (indicated as blue and underlined.) You just need to hover over it and click on the link with your mouse. Hello to All, Two things will be important in this month to me: work and private. In late November we will have church/charge conference. It will evaluate our holy business of 2017 and give some clue how to manage the business of God for The second is my vacation for two weeks which starts from the last Sunday of November. One week is for vacation to be able to meet my sisters and friends in South Korea and another week will be my fifth visit to Laos. November is the season of harvest to store good grains in the storage and to collect and burn the bad ones in the yard. In this season we count what we gain and what we lose. Traditional lesson and wisdom of songs is to Count many blessings and name them one by one! But what about if we remember only those? What about if our hearts are filled with someone and something lost and are not satisfied with the coming of Thanksgiving, as we don t have many resources of thanks to God and neighbors? What about if we lost fruit and vegetables by hurricanes and lost houses and jobs by fires and if we lost our assets and businesses by way of recession and what about if we lost health in spite of costly care and cure? Traditional word of comfort is from Habakkuk 3:17: For though the fig tree blossom not nor fruit be on the vines, though the flocks disappear from the fold and there be no herd in the stalls, yet will I rejoice in the Lord and exalt in my saving God. And then the prophet began prayer and supplication to the Lord, God, my Lord, is my strength; he makes my feet swift as those of hinds and enables me to go upon the heights. What do we, holy family of St James, gain and what do we lose in 2017? How and what way will we give thanks to the Lord in this real life? Going back and forth from Appleton to Oneida Nation, I see fields of yellow and white corns vacant and empty and turning leaves fallen by the wind. Though we could find many covers to hide ourselves last summer, now we can t hide ourselves as we lose our natural covers of woods and large leaves. By the law of gravity, they fall to mother earth. It may seem that in this season God talks to us, Jump! I am ready to catch! We fall to God by the grace of God. All creatures gain in age. Isn t it God s gift and grace? Pastor Dong Su 1

2 Scripture Readings for October November 5 November 12 November 19 November 26 Joshua 3:7-17, 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 Matthew 23:1-12 Sherry Schreiner, VIM Presentation Joshua 4:1-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Matthew 25:14-30 LSM Lay Servant Ministry Kay Christenson - Matthew 25:31-46 Deb Kraemer - Ephesians 1:15-23 Sermon titles will be given closer to each week. ONGOING ACTIVITIES Lunch Bunch: 12:15 p.m. on Monday, Nov., 13, at Perkins 2975 W College Ave. Men s Breakfast: 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, Nov., 14, at Mary s Family Rest., 2312 N. Richmond St. Ladies Nite Out: 6:00 p.m., Monday, Nov., 20, at Angel s Restaurant, 1401 E John St Wednesday Bible Study & Support Group: Meets at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. SAVE THE DATE Hanging of the Greens Set your clock back one hour before bed on November 4th, so you are not too early for church on Sunday, November 5th Sunday, November 26 After worship and fellowship. Join us as we decorate the church for the Advent season. This is a great time of fellowship as our church family prepares for this special time. Please contact the church office if you have questions. For updates: umcsj.org Nov. 7 Trustees (7p.m.) Nov. 11 Veteran's Day Nov. 13 Administrative Council (6:30 p.m.) Nov. 20 Aware Articles Due Nov. 21 Charge Conference (6:30 p.m.) Peace UMC-Kaukauna) Nov. 26 Hanging of the Greens (after worship) November Birthdays 11/03 Cathy Johnson 11/07 Mariska Davies 11/10 Nathaniel Miller 11/11 Michelle Brahe 11/11 Ashlynn Gyrion 11/13 Wendy Shepard 11/13 Larry Gyrion 11/17 Kendra Warren 11/19 Rick Davis 11/22 Tanner Lang 11/23 Jim Graham 11/23 Elizabeth Thomas 11/23 Ben High 11/25 Chris Bahr Anniversaries 11/04 Lee & Marianne Baehman (45) 11/05 Mark & Karen DuFrane (23) 11/08 Miles & Lonnie Milbach (31) 11/11 Shane & Amber Bahr (17) 11/12 Kevin & Renee Rettler (12) Reminder: worship now begins at 8:45 a.m. Pastor Lee s Office Hours St James: Monday & Wednesday, 9 a.m. -12 p.m. Oneida: Tuesday & Thursday, 9 a.m. -12 p.m. Pastor Lee s phone number: Cell:

3 Charge Conference News The date of our Charge Conference this year is Tuesday, November 21 at 6:30p.m. Please mark your calendars. We have been informed that this will be done as a circuit at Peace UMC in Kaukauna, so we will need to have our conference forms prepared by November 5th, to be voted upon at an Administrative Council meeting scheduled for November 13th. All forms must be filled out on line this year. Required forms need to be filled out by Trustees, Finance, SPRC, Lay Servants and Pastor. They can be found at: BZE2BFY2 When you go to this page it will walk you though what you need to do if your browser is not compatible. Although the forms must be filled out on line, please print them out and give to the church office so that we have them for future reference, and for all to review at Administrative Council. Let me know if you have any questions, or need assistance. Please do your best to have them completed by early November. Once the Ad Council meeting is set I will send you notice. Thank you, Deb Advent Candle Lighting Advent readers needed starting December 5th. If interested please click here, to contact the church office. The Advent wreath is a symbol of watchfulness and increasing joy as we anticipate Jesus birth. The wreath s circular shape symbolizes eternity, or life without end. The candles remind us that Jesus is the Light of the World he brought light and life to a dark world (see John 1:4-5). On each of the four Sundays of Advent, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, we light a new candle. As the light grows, so do our hope, joy, peace and love. We are looking for families, groups, (ie: men s breakfast, etc.) or individuals who are interested in doing a small reading, and lighting an advent candle this Advent season during worship. The dates needed are as follows... Sunday, December 3 Sunday, December 10 Sunday, December 17 Sunday, December 24 8:45 a.m. Sunday, December 24 6:30 p.m. Christmas Poinsettia Order Form You can help decorate the sanctuary in celebration of Our Savior s birth by ordering flowers. Flowers will be displayed for our Christmas Eve service and may be taken home by the purchaser following the 6:30 p.m. service. Flower will be given: (please print clearly) In honor of (and/or) In memory of (or) To the Glory of Our Savior (check) Ordered by ( your name ) Quantity of Red 6.5 $14.50 each, Order Total $ (4-8 blooms) quantity wanted (Flowers will be ordered from Riverside by Reynebeau Floral) Please return completed order form and payment to the church office by December 3rd. St James United Methodist Church Christmas

4 Holiday Fair December 2, 2016 It will be here before you know it. For questions in the following areas, contact... Crafters, Wendy Lind Soup, Kay Christenson Vendor Reservations, Michelle Price Cookies, candies, Nicole Eggert or Sherry King Please note, cookies and candies must be able to handle room temperatures. We are in great need of donations. Cinnamon Rolls, Diane & Wayne DeGrand Sign-up sheets are at the Connection table. For cookie or candy donations, we need 4-dozen of each. If you don t like to bake, drop off some cookie ingredients, or donate cash to help off-set cost. (things like: sugar, flour, etc.) Looking for something new to do as a craft? How about Gift Baskets You can either assemble themed baskets, or donate items for gift baskets and we will assemble for you. St. James UMC Holiday Fair Help spread the word. Cookies/Crafts/Vendors Saturday, December 2 8 AM 2 PM Holiday Cookies $7/Baker s Dozen Fresh Baked Cinnamon Rolls -All day Soup/Sandwiches Available 10:30 AM 1 PM Hand-Crafted Items Wreaths, Ornaments, Floral Arrangements Many Local Vendors Thirty One, Avon, Scentsy, etc. Coffee while you shop! St. James United Methodist Church 100 W Capitol Drive, Appleton, WI umcsj.org Salvation Army Red Kettle will be available for donations & sponsored by Ken s Sports Inc. 4

5 Is Just Around the Corner December 2, 2017 Crafters needed for the Holiday Fair. We welcome junior crafters. Contact Wendy Lind for information & questions ( ). Vendors reserve your booth now. Contact Michelle Price at or for information. We will also be looking for soup, cookie and candy makers. Sign up sheets will be available at the Connection center after Octoberfest. Thursday April 19 to Sunday April 22 Thursday April 26 to Sunday April 29 Thank You Veteran s On Veterans Day, we honor men and women who ve served and sacrificed in one of America s armed services. On November 11, 1918, America and her allies signed a truce with German leaders, ending World War I. In 1919, President Wilson decided the United States should remember with gratitude the end of that war and honor military members by marking Armistice Day, or truce day. In 1954, Congress changed the name to Veterans Day, honoring veterans of every era. Veterans Day highlights our country s quest for peace, justice and freedom throughout the world. Followers of Jesus, the Prince of Peace, pray for unity among all nations and for the day when nation will not take up sword against nation, nor will they train for war anymore (Isaiah 2:4, NIV). So this November 11th, be sure to thank the veteran's in your life for their service. Are you looking for a gift for someone who seems to have everything? Consider the gift that keeps on giving, a weekend with God. The Walk to Emmaus is an experience of Christian spiritual renewal and formation. It is an opportunity to meet Jesus Christ in a new way as God s grace and love is revealed to you through other believers. It begins with a 3-day short course in Christianity. Christ will meet you where you are, no matter where you are on your Christian journey. For more information, contact the church office by clinking on the link or call

6 St. James Care Committee This committee is still available to do home visitations for our elderly, our shut-ins and those who are hospitalized. When calling the church with your visitation type needs, you can request that the visit be made by Pastor Lee, or a member of the committee. Home communion is also available upon request. The committee is also continuing to send care cards on behalf of the St James congregation. What we ask of you, is that you let the office know of your needs. If you, or a loved one are hospitalized, please contact the church office at , and this information will be directed to where it needs to go. If you have a greater need for yourself or a loved one, please contact Deb in the church office at between 9-1, Monday through Thursday, or Pastor Lee directly at We can use helping hands. If you feel this ministry might be a fit for you, please contact the church office with your questions, or come to the next meeting on November 30 at 1:45p.m. Don t let the time scare you away, we are flexible and the time is changeable, just let us know of your interest. Blessings, The Care Committee Thanksgiving Beatitudes Be thankful that you don t already have everything you desire. If you did, what would there be to look forward to? Be thankful when you don t know something, for it gives you the opportunity to learn. Be thankful for the difficult times. During those times you grow. Be thankful for your limitations, because they give you opportunities for improvement. Be thankful for each new challenge, because it will build your strength and character. Be thankful for your mistakes. They will teach you valuable lessons. Be thankful when you re tired and weary, because it means you ve made a difference. 6 Sunday Morning Mission offerings from October to December. will go to Salvation Army Click on the link below to find out more Salvation Army We are in need of people to help serve a meal every even numbered month on the second Saturday from 4-7 p.m. If you can assist, contact Paul and Deb Countney or the church office.

7 GREETER TBA TBA Carol Carlson Jill Featherwolf SOUND & PROJECTION Bill Kraemer Larry Gyrion Cal Christenson Bill Kraemer Bill Kraemer USHER CAPTAIN Bonnie Budreau Carol Carlson Bonnie Budreau Carol Carlson Mike Shepard Wayne DeGrand FELLOWSHIP HOSPITALITY Marshall and Bonnie Behling Volunteers needed. Volunteers needed. Tom and Mary Schemm ACOLYTE Cheyanne Pierce Ashlynn Gyrion Lili Gyrion Avery Lang LITURGIST Gary Linstad Sharon Ramsaroop Sherri Gyrion Deb Kraemer Kay Christenson NURSERY Michelle Price TBA Carrie Walters Jill Featherwolf COUNTERS Deb Ebben & Rich Stewart Deb Ebben & Mike Shepard Mike Shepard & Chris Bahr Mike Shepard & Deb Kraemer COMMUNION SERVERS Bonnie Budreau, Nancy Adkins, Pastor Lee, TBA Please contact the church office if you can fill in any TBA spots. See UMCSJ.org for updates & additional info... 7

8 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 5 Communion 8:10 a.m. Praise Practice 8:45 a.m. Worship 9:45 a.m. Fellowship Time 12 8:10 a.m. Praise Practice 8:45 a.m. Worship Sherry Schreiner - VIM 9:45 a.m. Fellowship Time 21 8:15 a.m. Praise Practice 8:45 a.m. Worship 9:45 a.m. Fellowship Time 6 4:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 6:30 p.m. LSM Meeting (Lay Servant Ministry) 13 12:15 p.m. Lunch Bunch, at Perkins West 4:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 6:30 p.m. Administrative Council 20 4:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 6:00 p.m. Ladies Nite Out. Angel s Rest. AWARE ARTICLES DUE 7 6:00 p.m. Accountability Group 7:00 p.m. Praise Team 7:00 a.m. Trustee s meet 14 8:00 a.m. Men s Breakfast 6:00 p.m. Accountability Group 7:00 p.m. Praise Team 21 6:30 p.m. CHARGE CONFERENCE KAUKAUNA 1 1:00 p.m. Bible Study & Support Group 6:30 p.m. Yoga 8 1:00 p.m. Bible Study & Support Group 6:30 p.m. Yoga 6:30 p.m. Youth Group 15 1:00 p.m. Bible Study & Support Group 6:30 p.m. Yoga 6:30 p.m. Finance 6:00 p.m. Embroiderer s Guild 22 1:00 p.m. Bible Study & Support Group 6:30 p.m. Youth Group No Yoga - break until :30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Valley VNA Foot Care Clinic 3 Office Closed 9 10 Office Closed 4:30 p.m. Girl Scouts Office Closed 23 Call Office Closed 24 Office Closed :15 a.m. Praise Practice 8:45 a.m. Worship - LSM 9:45 a.m. Fellowship Time 10:05 a.m. Hanging of the greens 27 4:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 28 6:00 p.m. Accountability Group 7:00 p.m. Praise Team 29 1:00 p.m. Bible Study & Support Group 30 1:45 p.m. Care Team Meeting P a s t o r L e e I s o n v a c a t I o n 8

9 For the Kids What is Hanging of the greens? Many churches, including St James, decorate the church in preparation for Christ's coming, which includes hanging greenery traditionally associated with everlasting life. Greens such as cedar for royalty, fir and pine boughs for everlasting life, holly symbolizing Jesus' death and ivy representing the resurrection are used. St James will be Hanging the Greens after worship on Sunday, November 26th. We hope to see you their as we prepare with anticipation, the coming of the Christ child. 9

10 St. James United Methodist Church 100 W. Capitol Drive Appleton, WI Return Service Requested Affix Postage Here Mailing Label To receive this newsletter through and to receive weekly e-news from St. James UMC, please send your address to St. James United Methodist Church Pastor Dong Su Lee Home: Cell: Deb Kraemer Administrative Assistant Office phone number: Office Hours 9 a.m. 1 p.m., Monday Thursday Bulletin Information & Announcements Due Monday of each week Newsletter Submissions Due 20th of each month For more information, go to umcsj.org Aware is published monthly by St. James UMC, 100 W. Capitol Drive, Appleton, WI