FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

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1 O FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH LOVING GOD, SERVING OUR NEIGHBORS October Worship Oct. 7 Rev. Donna Van Trees World Wide Communion Sunday Sermon The Patience of Job? Scriptures Psalm 8 Job 1:1, 2:1-10 Oct. 14 Laity Sunday Oct. 21 Rev. Donna Van Trees Sermon Who Is The Greatest Scriptures Hebrews 5:1-10 Mark 10:35-45 Oct. 28 Rev. Donna Van Trees Sermon Trust & Obey Scriptures Job 42: Mark 10:46-52 Church Charge Conference Oct. 29th 7pm Willard Grace UMC with other Compass Churches All members are invited to attend, and Leadership is expected to attend. We will be carpooling and taking the bus if there is interest. Talk to Rev. Donna. FALL RUMMAGE SALE Thursday, October 4, from 8am until 6pm, and Friday, October 5, from 8am until 1pm Also on Thursday, lunch served By Karl & Crew Start your Spring Cleaning and remember to help out the Rummage sale! If you need help to get your items here, please call the church office at We will try to work out something to accommodate you. Setup date will be Tuesday, October 2. Please place items on the right side of the stage. For those who can wait until October 1 st to bring in items, please put those items in the Fellowship Hall -- this saves moving them from the stage area. Please, Please...DO NOT DONATE TELEVISIONS, COMPUTERS OR ANYTHING RELATED TO COMPUTERS! Those items DO NOT SELL! We have to pay to get rid of them, which reduces our profit. A gift to the Faith Endowment Fund is a gift that will give forever 1

2 Dear Friends, October is upon us! Did you know October is: Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, American Pharmacist Month, Apple Jack Month, Awareness Month, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Clergy Appreciation Month, Computer Learning Month, Cookie Month, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Eat Country Ham Month, International Drum Month, Lupus Awareness Month, National Diabetes Month, National Pizza Month, National Vegetarian Month, National Popcorn Popping Month, Sarcastic Month, Seafood Month????? That s a little overwhelming so for us here at Faith, I would like to challenge us to make October our own Ephesians 4:29 month. To begin trying to live by the advice found in Paul s words. Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. What if we paid enough attention to what we are saying that we focused on uplifting encouraging words and try to eliminate the words that are unproductive, or unwholesome? Someone has said that it takes 21 days to develop a new habit. And so, I place before you the challenge to begin striving to live by Eph.4:29. If you will join me in the challenge, I have purple bracelets that say Ephesians 4:29 on one side, and Faith UMC on the other. The challenge is this. Place the bracelet on your wrist, and when you say something that is unwholesome, you have to remove the bracelet and put it on the other wrist. Next time you say something unwholesome, you place it on the other, and so on. The goal is to go 21 days without having to move the bracelet! Ask me for a bracelet if you want to join me! Now there is no magic in this the bracelet merely raises our awareness of the words that we speak and when we take the challenge and wear the bracelet we are also submitting ourselves to one another to help keep us accountable for our words. After all, our words reflect who we are to the world. Join me won t you in striving to live by Paul s words found in Ephesians, so that we might be imitators of God, as dearly loved children, and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. (5:1&2) Leaning into the Future with Hope, Rev. Donna All Saints Sunday November 4 h! On All Saints Sunday, we remember those who have gone on to the Church Triumphant in the past year. During worship on that Sunday, we will have a candle on the altar in memory of your loved one. During the worship service, the name of each loved one will be read, a chime struck, and the candle lit. If you have had a loved one die in the past year, please fill out the form below, or contact the church office to include your loved one. We would also invite you to be present that day and light the candle if you wish, or one of our acolytes will light it for you. Name of Person to be remembered: Your Name: Phone: Which Service? 8:00 or 10:15 (circle one) Please place in offering plate. 2

3 Bible Study moves to Tuesday Nights! All children of Faith UMC church are invited to be in the Christmas program; " T was the Night Before", to be performed Dec.16, during the 10:15 Service. Rehearsals will begin Sunday Oct. 7, during the Sunday School hour and will continue until the performance. For those wishing to contact Rev. Nathan, their new home is; Trick or Treat Outreach! Rev. Nathan & Megan Howe 422 N Crandon Ave Niles OH We will be hosting a tent along the sidewalk of Faith during the city s Trick or Treat night (October 30, 2012). Along with the candy, we distribute a card that says, It s no trick, God loves you! and also invites them to our various services. We also provide water to drink which seems to be greatly appreciated by all who pass by.. Last year there were 350 children who received treats. If you would like to donate candy for this event, we would greatly appreciate it. There will be a box for your donations in the narthex We Continue Bible Study through October and into November with a study by Dr. Mickey Efird He grabs our attention in explaining how the Hebrews understood these scriptures, while also helping us to apply this great wisdom to our modern life. Come join us as we study the Wisdom of The Song of Solomon starting Oct. 2 nd, for 5 weeks. We will explore God s gifts of wisdom and love to be received with gratitude and celebration. Then for everything there is a season The author looks at life not centered on God and the consequences as we study Ecclesiastes For 3 Weeks starting Nov. 6th. If you are in at least the 4 th grade, and would like to Acolyte please notify me. You need to be able to sit through church service and follow the bulletin. Either see me at church or call me at We will get it worked out for Training. Thank you, Jane Schubert FURNACE FUND Heating Sunday is traditionally the first Sunday of November at Faith Church. You are encouraged to make a special offering that day to help defray the cost of keeping our church warm for all who will be here this winter. 3

4 Dear Members and Friends, Your thoughtfulness and prayers are bright enough to light the world. Thank you to everyone for your prayers, visits and continued support. Julia Barger Fish of Tiffin, Inc. would like to thank you for your generous gift of food and taxables. We appreciate your gift and valuable support in helping our neighbors who find themselves in need at this time. Sincerely, Melba Lucius Kid s Bells in Worship Oct. 21 st! The Children s bells will play on Oct. 21 st during worship. Practice will be during Jr. Church on Oct. 14 th & 21 st. Many thanks to Donna Perrine for leading the children in this worship expression. When you move, or change your phone, please call the office to let the secretary know. We would hate to loose touch with you. We get the feeling we re missing some birthdays too! Dear Rev. Van Trees, I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation to you and the Faith Methodist Church Congregation for affording me the opportunity of being a part of the Washington DC Honor Flight. Kudos to the Honor Guard, the driver s, those who prepared the breakfast, the people who bid us farewell, and especially the guides who took care of all our needs, and the parting prayer. Thanks again, John Gregory Thanks to all who had a part in making our trip to DC possible. It was something I ll never forget very humbling. Thank you again and may God bless you all and God bless America! Honored to have served. Peg Spitler Community Hospice Care will begin new Volunteer Training Classes on Oct.1, :30-9pm and will run Mondays and Wednesdays, ending on Oct. 22, If you are interested in volunteering in the office or with fundraising events you would only be required to take the first class. Direct Care volunteers sitting with patients/families would be required to participate in all seven lasses. There will be a special class on Oct. 24, 2012 for those interested in helping with our death vigil team. Classes will be held at; Community Hospice Care Office 181 E Perry St. Tiffin, OH. Any individual interested, please phone Community Hospice Care office at or Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. Thank you! 4

5 Military personnel and their families, our homebound members, those in nursing homes Fred & Sharon Avery Julia Barger Steve Brickner Madeline Carr Carol Coleman Helen Cramer Carol De Vaughn Lowell Forbes Betsy Frase Aaron Gamble The following people have received our special prayers this past month Willie Garcia Joan Hossler Mike & Robin Hull Anne Kenworhty Richard Kisaberth Keith Klair Don Link Larry Messer Maggie Simmons Peg Snyder Laurie Sturtz Lindsay Vanderveen Square Dance November 3 rd! Get your dancin boots ready for fun! Ralph Keifer is coming to call for us. The Connect Team will serve cold water, apple cider, and doughnut holes as refreshments. October is Pastor Appreciation Month. There will be a box in the Narthex where you may deposit your cards and notes of appreciation for Rev. Donna. October Birthdays 1-Angela Eborg, Alexis Quickle, Gina Shoemaker; 2-Angela Hull, Charlie Reinbolt; 3-Amy Shedrick; 4-Diana Melroy; 5-Edana Carter, Eunice Dupey, Jennifer Jordan, Dean Stahl, Mark Tusing; 6-Brenda Kummerer; 7-Christine Albert, Eric Brown, Charlotte Klingshirn, Ken Good; 8-Patricia Roswurm; 10-Clara Best, Annie Johnston, Austin James Shoemaker; 12-Pat Butturff, Kendalyn Jordan, Ed Quickle, LuAnn Tooley, Bo Yanni; 14-Dee Harper; 15-Toshi Kuretani; 16-Ray Edelman, Wendel Knott, Kisha Reuter; 17-John Cleveland, Dean Mathias; 18-Tracy Frederick, Chris Heising, Chastity Sours; 19-Zack Farris, Jean Zeiter; 21-Nicole Faber, Budd Miller Jr. 22-Deborah Cook, Cindy Nominee, Cheryl Strausbaugh; 25-John Cooper, Michael Hankins; 26-Janelle Albert, Meredith Glover, Chrissy Knott, Jean Noterman; 27-Brent Milton, James Trapp; 28-Gary Dundore, Jean Fixler; 19-Isaac Hurt; 30-Pam Brown, Gary Clagg, Karen Hernandez; 31-Tim Brickner, Tom Cook, Suzann Melroy October Anniversaries 3-Jim & Sue Cook, William & Becky Faber; 5-Allen & Donna Perrine; 6-Paul & Linda De Vanna, Gary & Peg Fout, Edward & Laura Quickle; 7-Duane & Jean Hoffert; 8-Mark & Lu Ann Tooley; 11-Ken & Linda Good; 13-Jason & Vanessa Carter; 15-Scott & Cheryl Rhoad; 18-Robert & Amy Shedrick; 19-Brandon & Michelle Margraf, Kyle & Cindi Starkey; 23-Lewis & Ann Everhart; 24-Gary & Paula Clagg; 28- Colin & Jannelle Schatzinger; 31-William & Debra Dawson 5

6 Thanks for sending 53 Devotionals To our military Men & Women! Our Mission project for August was to donate Strength for Service Devotionals to our military. The Mission Team thanks all for your dedication to encouraging our troops in the Word of God as they serve our Country. Mark your Christmas Calendars for a special Bible Study Advent Bible Study Tuesdays Dec 4, 11, 18 The Art of Christmas Kay Hicks, Fine Arts Department, Terra State CC A study of Scripture and art as it relates to the storytelling of Christ s Birth. Details will follow in the November newsletter. Muggers Needed! The Connect Team is looking for Muggers. We need muggers to take mugs filled with small gifts to the homes of visitors. Requirements for Muggers: 1) Available Monday or Tuesday to go to visitor's home. 2) Knock on door. Thank them for worshiping with us. 3) Mug 'em - give them one of our mugs 4) This can be done in 5 minutes or less at their door. Muggers please sign up on the bulletin insert and place it in the offering plate. Thanks! We don't want to inconvenience anyone - just thank them in person for worshiping with us - of course if they have questions about church, we would hope the muggers would answer them or let Rev. Donna know of any needs. SERRV Gift Fair Coming Again! Faith is hosting a Gift Fair where you will be able to purchase gift items that were made in disadvantaged countries. SERVV is a program where artists are able to sell their items directly to the consumers. Church Coffee Mugs available for sale! $5 each! You can use this order form and pay for them through the offering plate on any Sunday in October. Complete the order form and mark your payment clearly as payment for the mugs. You can pick them up on Sunday, October 28 after the services. Name: Number of mugs at $5 each Watch the bulletin for details of when articles will be available. A great opportunity to support a mission project and purchase Christmas gifts as well! Total $ included with this order $ 6

7 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Rehearsals begin for Children s Xmas Program 5p Jesus Kids 6:30p Praise Service 6:30p Praise Service 7p Grow Team Set up begins for Rummage Sale 6:30p Trustees at WSUMC Bldg :30p Weight 6:30p The 7:45a Men s Watchers Landing Group 7p Bible Study 8a Rummage Sale begins 8:30a TOPS 7p Choir Practice 8a Rummage Sale continues Rummage Sale Clean Up Columbus Day 4:30p Weight 6:30p The 8:30a TOPS 7:45a Men s Office Closed Watchers Landing Group 7p Bible Study 7p Choir Practice Rehearsal 4:30p Weight 6:30p The 8:30a TOPS 7:45a Men s Watchers Landing Group Noon Faithful Followers 5p Jesus Kids 6:30p Praise Service 7p Bible Study 7p Choir Practice 5:30p Wedding Rehearsal 1p Edelman Wedding Rehearsal 4:30p Weight 6:30p The 8:30a TOPS 7:45a Men s Watchers Landing Group BP Screenings 6:30p Praise Service 7p Bible Study Rehearsal 7p Charge 4:30p Weight 6:30p The Conference Watchers Landing B day & begins at Anniv. Table Willard 7p Bible by the Grace UMC Study Pilgrims Class 7p Choir Practice 2p Scherger Baby Shower Square Dance November 3! 7

8 FAITH UMC 75 N. Sandusky St. Tiffin, OH NON-PROFIT ORG US Postal Permit #287 Tiffin, OH LITURGISTS 8:00am Wayne Kirby 10:15 Kris Klopfenstein READERS Oct. 7 Sharon Skeel Iris Roy Oct. 14 Jodie Reinbolt Curt Mellott Oct. 21 Sandy Mesnard Joan Shobe Oct. 28 Bonnie Scherger Evan Messer ACOLYTES Oct. 7 Ryan Depinet Mallory Rife, Abby Glover Oct. 14 Kevin & David Dietrich Hannah & Noah Borer Oct. 21 Josh Briggs, Ryan Depinet Ethan Gerding Oct. 28 Hannah & Noah Borer Cassi Traunero A/V OPERATORS Oct. 7 Brian & Josh Briggs Greg Glover Oct. 14 Ryan & Eric Depinet Greg Glover Oct. 21 Kevin & Jonathan O Millian Greg Glover Oct. 28 Tim Everhart, Ryan Depinet Greg Glover GREETERS AND USHERS Laura, Kevin & Jonathan O Millian Kay Dewitt, Sandy Yarbrough Charlie & Jill Dryfuse 8