The Grapevine. January A New Year With The Lord. Romeo United Methodist Church. Dr. John Bailey, Pastor

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1 The Grapevine January 2016 A New Year With The Lord A new year is about to unfold With new opportunities to explore Doors will open for new experiences, New adventures with the Lord Remember not the former things, The things of this past year, The Lord will do new things in us, Much more than we are aware Dr. John Bailey, Pastor Romeo United Methodist Church Church Office: Church Fax: Anne Wilber, Church Secretary Cynthia Forsgren, Choir Director Linda Schenburn, Christian Education Kari Reid, Treasurer Ed LaLonde, Praise Band Erin Lane, Youth Director The GRAPEVINE is published monthly. The intention is to communicate and promote the entire program of the Romeo United Methodist Church to members and friends. Your articles, comments and suggestions are welcome. The editor reserves the right to edit content and space as required. For He will make a way for us As we put our trust in Him And He will guide our every step By His presence we have within What God has placed within our hearts, We find we'll be able to do If we look for the opportunities, We'll see the door to go through We mustn't let anything hold us back But rise up and take our place And be all that God wants us to be With a fresh touch of His grace By M.S.Lowndes Linda Eastman, Editor Phone: lindakeastman@aol.com Romeo United Methodist Church Page 1

2 Pastor s Paragraphs Welcome to 2016, a new year, a new beginning. For many of us it is a chance to make some changes. Some will vow to lose weight, to start an exercise program, go back to school, or start a new hobby. This year let s try something at church. On the first Sunday of each month (that is only 12 times a year) on the day we partake in Holy Communion, let us become the body of Christ by reaching out to someone here at church. Many of us with the same people each Sunday at coffee hour, but on Communion Sunday let s sit with someone different. When we share in Communion we show our participation in the body of Christ. His life becomes our life and we become members not only in Christ but also in one another and we need to know one another. Since Karen and I have been here we have MET many people but we do not KNOW many people. The people that we know well are the people that are here in the building several times a week or that serve on committees that have monthly meetings. Karen and I also need to get to know each of you. So on the first Sunday of each month get your coffee and sit at a table that you do not normally sit at and with people that you do not normally sit with. Get to know them. By the end of the year you will have made at least 12 new friends by being Christ to them and they to you. God s blessings in the new year. Pastor Bailey Caring from Within The friends and family of RUMC pray God s peace be with Julie Nicols and family. Julie s sister, Mary Ann Buback, passed away November 29, You are in our prayers. Romeo United Methodist Church Page 2

3 JANUARY VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE FELLOWSHIP TIME 3 rd Tom and Sandy Edwards 10 h Chris and Laurie Bennett 17 th Steve and Jennifer Laseke, Becky Laseke 24 th Joyce Pelto, Ginny Power, Kathy Smith, Carole Redd 31 st Bob and Lynn Bachholzky, Pam Couture ALTAR FLOWERS 3 rd Barry and Joyce Benham 10 th Open 17 th Open 24 th Open 31 st Open 9:00 Service GREETERS 3 rd Becky Laseke, Marian Hevel 10 th Gail Beitel, Naomi Stasak 17 th Ed Buckner, Gretchen Deming 24 th Bob and Lynn Bachholzky 31 st Louis and Anna Bonanni 11:00 Service COMMUNION STEWARDS January 3rd - Pews 9:00 a.m. Claudia Royal Pat Sebastian 11:00 a.m. Marty & Karen Rastigue Jason & Jennifer Russell SOUND BOARD OPERATOR 3 rd Dave Beskin 10 th Claudia Royal 17 th Laurie Bennett 24 th Mischele Makhlouf 31 st Mike Kirtley 3 rd Casey Finkbeiner 10 th Gretchen Deming 17 th Don and Lynda Adkin 24 th Jacob Huxford 31 st Dory Hill VOLUNTEER COORDINATORS Seasonal Flowers Mary Jo Hosler Baby Blanket Ministry Ilene Lock College Ministry Paula Groomes Fellowship Hour Becky Laseke Greeters Gayle Beitel Nursery Jen Lamb Sound Board Dave Beskin Ushers Craig Engwall Communion Marilyn Bracy USHERS SCHEDULE Traditional Service 3 rd and 10 th Michael Kirtley, Xandrea Kirtley Tom King (Lead), Theresa King, Paul Heller, Ann Heller, Contemporary Service Curt Rienas Doug Posey 17 th, 24 th and 31 st Dave Krawchuk (Lead), Tom Weeks, Jeff McClay, Jim Welser Beth Theisen Romeo United Methodist Church Page 3

4 RUMC January 2016 Calendar Fri 1 st New Year s Day Sun 3 rd Communion Sunday Tue 5 th Knitting Group His Table Community Meal Thur 14 h Finance Committee Church Council Tue 12 th Knitting Group His Table Community Meal Tue 19 th Knitting Group His Table Community Meal Tue 26 th Knitting Group His Table Community Meal 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Income Tax Preparation: Beginning January 23, Samaritan House, in cooperation with Accounting Aid Society and VITA will offer both Federal and Michigan Income Tax preparation to individuals with a gross income of $35,000 or less and families with a gross income of $54,000 or less. This is a free program, but appointments are necessary; please call This free program at Samaritan House has returned OVER $2 million to this community at no cost to the participants. Weekly Meetings Kitting Class Tuesday 1;30 p.m. Room 107 His Table Community Meal Tuesday 5:30 p.m. Fellowship Hall Praise Band Practice Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Santa s Workshop Wednesday 10:00 a.m. GAMMA (6 th 8 th Grades) Wednesday 6:00 p.m. Bell Choir Practice Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice Wednesday 7:30 p.m. DELTA (9 th 12 th Grades) Thursday 7:00p.m. Communion Sunday First Sunday of each month Traditional Service Sunday 9:00 a.m. Sanctuary Fellowship Time Sunday 10:00 a.m. Fellowship Hall Prayers for Church Sunday 10:15 a.m. Prayer Room 106 Contemporary Service Sunday 11:00 a.m. Sanctuary SIGMA/Young Adult Group Sunday 7:00 p.m. Methodist House Financial Snapshot of the Operating Fund as of 11/30/15 On Sundays in January, La Fonda Mexican Kitchen, Van Dyke in Bruce Township, will donate 10% of all table receipts (excluding alcohol) to Samaritan House to help keep the pantry shelves full. Enjoy some tasty food and support a good cause at the same time! Actual Budget Difference Income $382,575 $399,804 $-17,229 Expenses 392, ,804 6,843 Deficit -10, ,386 Finance Committee A gentle reminder Regarding all Christian Education classes: Please remember to call the instructor of the class if you will be absent for a class. Romeo United Methodist Church Page 4

5 Dear Romeo United Methodist Church, Thank you for the very thoughtful gift and all of the wonderful things in a gift bag which were delivered to our house. We feel very blessed by this wonderful gesture. Merry Christmas, Ted and Judy Baker Though I left Romeo, MI in June 2014, this is my second year being away from MI. I still miss the church so much!! But at the same time, I understand that my obligation is to check on my parents to see how they are doing. I had some challenging times in SD. But at the same time, God has protected me since He led me to the safest places. One of my dreams is to visit RUMC sometime in the future, including your former pastor Gary Glanville, who was so good to me. I have good memories about RUMC, including the time when there was a bad ice storm, which forced our former pastor Glanville to cancel the church services. Thank you for making me feel so welcome during my 14-year stay in this church! Have a happy new year! Daniel Tsukamoto, M.M. ROMEO UMW Please join us on Sunday, January 10 th at 10:15 a.m. for an organizational meeting of Romeo UMW. This meeting is for the purpose of electing officers and setting the path for our UMW. While we realize this may not be a convenient time for some, we hope you will join us for this short meeting. Grab a cup of coffee and a snack and join us. Caring from Within The friends and family of RUMC pray God s peace be with Kathy Smith and family. Kathy s brother, David Bishop, passed away December 17, You are in our prayers. Please know that we are so grateful for all of the prayers that all of you have given, the kind thoughts and support. We ask for continued prayers for his family, we are blessed in many ways, but extra prayers are always appreciated. The Smith Family Romeo United Methodist Church Page 5

6 SANTA S WORKSHOP Ladies get ready to be creative again! Santa s Workshop will start back up on Wednesday, January 6 th at 10:00 a.m. and continue every Wednesday until November. Bring your ideas and projects to share. The following donations would be appreciated: thread (any color) zippers Christmas tins yarn buttons fabric Christmas cards embroidery floss baskets plain gift bags (all sizes) old jewelry storage containers all sizes Christmas embellishments for wreaths and arrangements BEREAVEMENT LUNCHEONS The Bereavement Luncheon Committee is an important and necessary ministry for members and constituents in our church. We are looking for help with providing food, serving, setting up and taking down tables. Our plan is to share the work so that you will not be called on for every funeral. This is an excellent opportunity for each of us to express our Christian love and support at one of life s very difficult times. Money donations are also an acceptable way to help. If you would like to become part of this ministry please call Becky at A special thanks to all the people who are serving on this Committee. Thank you church family for your overwhelming generosity. 135 Sharing Tree tags were taken and multiple gifts purchased for each one, including three bicycles! Your response is truly a blessing to many families and glorifies our Lord. Merry Christmas to all! Nancy Harrar The Sharing Tree 2015 Romeo United Methodist Church Page 6

7 YAHA CHRISTMAS PARTY 2015 The Yaha Christmas party was a wonderful gathering of friends this year. We had games, our antler chorus, and an exciting gift exchange with stealing and much laughter. Joann Higby prepared a marvelous tasting ham and turkey, and the Methodist ladies provided tasty side dishes and delicious deserts. Thanks to Joann Higby, Mary Jo Hosler, Nita Glover, Sue Coker, George Becker, Ed Buchner, Tom and Sandy Edwards and Anne Wilber. Our Yahas filled the Samaritan Tree with gloves, mittens, hats and scarves which will keep many warm this winter. Thank you Yahas for your heart for Christmas! MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR, Carol Wilson Romeo United Methodist Church Page 7

8 1 st Russell Cruz 3 rd Joyce Benham Elaine Roberson 5 th Nancy Garner 6 th Stephen Parry Lilyana Morici 8 th Ed Buckner 11 th Chris Smiles 13 th Judy Howard Rachel Wilber 14 th Lauren Duggan 15 th Edward O Neill 16 th Susan Rhoads-Sidote John Wiers Madelyn Stevenson 18 th Shelly LaLonde Randy Bart Lauren Borovich 21 st David Beskin Louchrisa Smith 23 rd Doris Hicks Joshua Simpson Alex Stork 25 th Clare Tincknell Melissa Lewis Laurie Bennett Sarah Tsukamoto Taylor King 26 th Beverly Kuzminski 27 th Elizabeth Karpinsky 28 th Kory Klusendorf Brittany Losey Evan Balon 31 st Patricia Manery Congratulations to proud parents, Daniel and Erin Lane on the birth of their son, James Jeffery Lane! James was born December 20, 2015 at 11:53 a.m. and weighed 6 pounds, 3 ounces and was 19 1/2 inches long. Christmas Day Dinner 2015 On Christmas Day, 22 persons enjoyed a dinner in Fellowship Hall. Three of the attendees were from the Tuesday night s His Table group. The event started with a Christmas reading by Dr. Naomi Stasak. A joy to all. Then Dr. Bailey gave a word of thanks before all indulged in turkey, ham, and a large variety of side dishes, and of course desserts. This is an event that should be scheduled for next Christmas. Thanks to Sandy Edwards for organizing the event and also all of those who contributed dishes and their time to make it happen. Proud grandparents are Jeff and Paula Groomes! Romeo United Methodist Church Page 8

9 CHRISTMAS PAGEANT A very special thank you to the people directly involved in the presentation of the Christmas Pageant. Through their talents they helped each of us celebrate the birth of Jesus more fully. This was the first year the pageant featured a little children s choir. Cynthia Forsgren, our gifted organist, asked the children to join her and scheduled several evening rehearsals to get them to feel comfortable in front of a large audience. It didn t matter whether they were facing the congregation or whether they were gathered around Laura and Cynthia, they felt right at home remembering their songs. The actors of the play had also attended separate rehearsals to make sure they knew their lines. In fact, many times during Sunday s presentation, they improvised by adding very appropriate lines to their assigned lines. In this way they helped to reinforce the theme of the play. The play itself focused on Joseph. For centuries, the Christian Church has honored Joseph but slowly over the years he has been overshadowed by the special honor given Mary. We see this in famous art work. We hear phases such as Mary the Mother of God and Immaculate Conception to the point that Joseph has been relegated to the background. However, when one really thinks about all the events leading up to the birth of Jesus during their trip to Bethlehem and the immediate hours before Jesus was born, Joseph was indeed a very busy expectant father making sure Mary was in a safe and clean place for the arrival of their baby. This is why our Joseph scattered the straw about the shelter to make the floor as clean as possible. He found the feeding trough, put straw in it thinking all the while how it would cushion the baby and with its thermal qualities help keep him warm. He also moved the animals closer to and around the manger so that their body heat would help to warm the child because nights in that area are cold. A midwife was added to the play because in the village of Nazareth, Mary would have had the help of an older woman in delivering her baby. So our Joseph asked the innkeeper for a lady and the innkeeper volunteered his wife Sarah, who probably had in Bethlehem, helped several women through child birth. After the arrival of the Baby Jesus, while both parents marveled at their beautiful son, Cynthia again showed us her wonderful knowledge of music by having the church choir sing a 14 th century song about Joseph that is seldom heard. At the end of the pageant, Cynthia had the little children s choir sing with Laura Forsgren who revealed a beautiful voice in her singing debut. mi Joseph: Grant Groomes Shepherds: Chase, Xander, and Cruz Russell Mary: Haleigh Faris Wisemen: Alex Stork, Brooke Wade, Josh Sova Sarah: Madison Deming Innkeeper: Jeff Groomes The Little Children s Choir: Joseph and Eddie Zaglin, Aubrey and Catherine Zimmerman, Andrew and Audrey Rosso Manger and straw provided by David Schenburn Dr. Naomi Stasak Romeo United Methodist Church Page 9

10 Advent Tea Thank you ladies for making the tea a smashing success. Everyone enjoyed seeing how lovely everyone made their tables. A special thank you for everyone who helped make each table beautiful! It was neat to hear the stories about the different items used on the tables. Pat Morgan used her husband s Grandmother s silver. Judy Larimer used the crystal given to her by her Grandmother. Anita Glover told how she wanted a set of dishes for Christmas and her Dad gave her the money to begin to get her special set. Naomi Stasak s china was originally purchased from a German family avoiding the Russians and needed money to get to the U.S. section of Berlin at the end of World War II. Next year it will be interesting to hear the stories about each table item. A special thank you goes to Tom Edwards who comes and cleans the pots days before the tea so they are spotlessly clean. Then Tom and Arvin Martin came and boiled water so it would be ready after the concert. And who will ever forget the wonderful musicians who played such fine music. Cynthia, our organist, suggested her good friends, Susan Joul and James Bernezey, who then convinced Ivy Joul to come and sing. Mischele Makhlouf operated the sound board and began the prayer meeting with the Biblical reading from Luke, while Pat Sebastian read an inspirational story. David Schenburn brought all the holiday greens and Linda brought her mother s large punch bowl that made our entrance table look elegant. The programs were purchased and prepared by Anne Wilber. The old fashioned loor size stick Christmas tree was provided by Ilene Lock who let us use it after it had been used in the Christmas Craft Show. So you can see, a simple little evening event can only happen when everyone pitches in and makes it a great success. everyone s efforts making the tea a lovely evening was deeply appreciated. Thank You. Dr. Naomi Stasak Romeo United Methodist Church Page 10

11 To all the RUMC family who have sent me their recycled Christmas cards: I thank you. Your pretty cards collected from over the years have been put to good use this December. My students have been using their writing skills to compose personal, heartfelt messages to a list of very special recipients. We have been sending cards to little Cambri Jewel as she is a leukemia survivor! We are mailing cards and drawings to a little girl Sophia, and more were sent to a cousin of my student who has Down's Syndrome and leukemia at the tender age of cards were written last week to the 62 year old grandma of one of my students, as she thought it would cheer her up this Christmas as she begins chemo treatments. Students reminisced about elementary school and sent cards to former teachers. We reached out to soldiers and wrote gratitude messages and Christmas greetings to be included in care packages done by Jenny Teller. We have plans to use more of your recycled and donated cards to write to police officers in nearby departments, as well as residents in nursing homes. As beautiful cards fill your mailboxes once again this time of year, think of my Life Skills class, would you please? We use the front decorative part of the card and write on the back of it for our project. If you can think of an organization or a person who would be uplifted by receiving hand-written messages from my students, please send me the contact information. I have found this to be a writing exercise that students do not complain about, and I'm impressed at the way they express themselves with words to people they don't even know. I couldn't help but notice that quite often my students mention in their card writing that they will pray for the person they are writing to. It's pretty rare in public school to offer a student the chance to express that sentiment, and it warms my heart that they think of it on their own without it being directed from me. God bless all of you who gave your cards, for the love behind that small gesture is making its way to many, many people! Casey Finkbeiner Christian Education s Life Skills has developed a special series of classes entitled Faith, History, and the American Character. Each session will present a new topic on American history where faith in God played a major role in an event or in the life of an American. Three separate sessions will be held during 2016, one in the Spring, Fall, and Winter. The classes will begin on Tuesday, March 22, from 7 pm to 9 pm. Please register for the class by signing up on the poster or call Anne Wilber in the office. The first session will focus on the beginnings of Christianity in our local area and will be titled The Founding of the Faith in Romeo. The instructor for these classes will be Steve Domke, a recent retired high school history instructor in the Utica Community Schools. His 30 plus years as a history teacher as well as his research and current presentations on the American Civil War will make these sessions insightful and memorable. Romeo United Methodist Church Page 11

12 Dear Church Family, Erin Lane, Youth and Young Adult Director, will be going on maternity leave at the end of the month. Her expected return date is February 7, The regularly scheduled Christmas Break for G.A.M.M.A. / D.E.L.T.A. / S.I.G.M.A. is December 21, 2015 through January 10, As a result, there will be some changes in the opportunities for the youth and young adults of RUMC. Although G.A.M.M.A. / D.E.L.T.A. / S.I.G.M.A. will be on hiatus, other opportunities will be available. Following, please find Ways for Your Youth to be connected during this Interim Ministry Break. Continuing programming, special events, and important reminders are provided in the following information: In Christ s Service, Staff Parish Relations Committee Ellen Dennis Charlotte Duggan Tom King Becky Laseke Dennis Lentz Lannie Reck Curt Rienas Jenny Russell John Wiers Ways for Your Youth to be connected during this Interim Ministry Break Tuesdays Romeo High School S.T.A.T.I.C. Club 2:30 3:30 p.m. in Mr. Leitzel s room (108). Questions? Please contact Heather Smith (Macomb County Youth for Christ Director) Cell: or hsmith.yfcem@gmail.com Sundays Halftime will still continue as we spend 4 weeks looking at how to have financial peace as a student and young adult. We will look at the teaching of Dave Ramsey s Financial Peace University for Youth. See you in the Youth Room at 10:15 11:00 a.m. starting Sunday January 17 th. Leader: Gretchen Deming Special Events: G.A.M.M.A & D.E.L.T.A. Events in January! Lock-In with Stoney Creek Community Church s Youth Groups Friday January 22, 2016 this is our 3 rd year partnering with SCCC Youth Group s in their annual lock-in. This year the lock-in will be following the 30 hour famine ( which is a fundraiser and awareness event for hunger. You WILL BE FASTING during the lock-in (NO food, just juice or water). The event costs $7 and will provide your breakfast in the morning when you break your fast. You MUST have a medical release form on file with RUMC or bring one to the event to attend (can be found on church website in youth section). The lock-in starts at 10pm and will end at 7am. You must have your own transportation to and from this event at Stoney Creek CC ( Mile Rd, Washington Twp 48094). Danny Lane will be in attendance at this event and if you have any questions please contact him Romeo United Methodist Church Page 12

13 Mizfit The Event Saturday January 30, The Mizfit Team is a Christian leadership group and is hosting The Event which will look at self-worth, seeing the bigger picture of how youth fit into their life relationships with design, plan, and purpose. The Event is a night for teens by teens of music, drama, real life testimonials and inspirational guest speakers, to provide one more opportunity to be a success story, and not a statistic. The Event takes place on Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 6:00-8:30pm at the Eisenhower High School Performing Arts Center in Shelby, MI. tickets can be purchased online by visiting and clicking on the link to itickets.com. Through January 29 th, general admission tickets cost $7, tickets may be purchased on the day of the event for $10. Winter Jam Concert Sunday January 31, 2016 Christian Music s Largest Annual Tour! And its right here at the Palace of Auburn Hills. For King & Country, Matthew West, Crowder, Red, Newsong, Sidewalk Prophets and more! Partner with Heather Smith/River of God s youth group to attend this event. Tickets are $10 and you will need to provide your own money for food while at the concert and if you want lunch on the way over to The Palace. You will meet at River of God at 1:00pm and arrive back around 10:00pm. Please contact Heather Smith (River of God Youth Pastor/ Macomb County YFC Director) to confirm your attendance at this event and to have any questions answered. Cell: or hsmith.yfcem@gmail.com Important Reminders: Fish Fry is Coming! It s a great opportunity to serve our community, have some fun, and receive scholarship money for summer camp or another approved Christian event. PLEASE mark your calendar for Fish Fry Training which is mandatory for you to attend. Training will be provided during G.A.M.M.A. s meeting on Wednesday February 17 th at 6pm or during D.E.L.T.A. s meeting on Thursday February 18 th at 7pm. The dates for Fish Fry are as follows.friday February 19 th, 26 th, March 4 th, 11 th, and 18 th. You will need to be at RUMC by 3:00pm if you wish to eat dinner or no later than 3:30pm to get ready to work on the Fridays that you sign-up to work. ATTENTION YOUTH & PARENTS: Kalahari 2 nd Payment a $50 payment is due towards our spring retreat to Kalahari either Wednesday February 17 th or Thursday February 18 th (depending on your ministry night). If you will be utilizing your Fish Fry Scholarship you will be asked to confirm that at that time. Annual Chili Cook-Off on Saturday February 6, 2016 Don t miss Romeo UMC s annual Chili Cook-Off where there is always good food and fellowship. Make sure to come hungry and join the fun! This event starts at 5:00 pm and goes till about 7:30 pm. Questions? Please contact the Church Office for more details (586) Youth Lock-In January 2016 This year will be the 25 th Anniversary for the 30-Hour Famine (30hourfamine.org) Ministry! We will be taking part in this event with Stoney Creek Community Church s Youth Groups (Crossroads & GAPP) on Friday January 22 nd at 10pm. Look above for more info! Romeo United Methodist Church Page 13

14 Cereal Juice Jelly / Jam Coffee Pancake Mix Tea Pancake Syrup Dry Milk Soups Shampoo Canned Fruit Toothbrushes Canned Chicken Deodorant (men s and women s) Canned Tuna Fish Toilet Tissue Canned /Spam Laundry Soap Pork and Beans Baby Cereal Flour Baby Diapers (size 4 6) Sugar Needs for our Diabetic Clients: Jello - Sugar Free Splenda Pancake Syrup Sugar Free No Sugar Added Fruit Samaritan House is always in need of gluten free, sugar free and low sodium items. Did you know that a Bridge Card (Food Stamps) will not buy personal care items (bath soap, toilet paper, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, etc.) Any non-perishable food items and toiletries that you can donate are appreciated. We appreciate any non-perishable food items and toiletries that you can donate. During the month of November, your donations helped feed 163 families consisting of 436 people for days. THANK YOU! Please bring your donations to Samaritan House, Van Dyke (between 28 & 29 Mile Roads) in Washington Twp. on Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can contact Samaritan House at (586) Samaritan House will reopen January 5 th. Make your reservations for the 6 th Annual Samaritan House Spaghetti Dinner! Wednesday is spaghetti night! Mark Wednesday, February 3 rd on your calendar to join us at Capital Banquet Center for the 6 th Annual Samaritan House Spaghetti Dinner. Tickets are $20 per person, $35 per couple and $6 per child (8 and under). Includes an all-youcan-eat authentic spaghetti dinner altro! Dinner is served from 4 pm to 8 pm. Entertainment includes livemusic, a Refined Raffle, and more! Make reservations online or in person at Samaritan House (tickets will be available at the door). For more details, visit Belle parole non pascon i gatti (Fine words don t feed cats (or people)) Romeo United Methodist Church Page 14

15 FOR TEENS YOU RE INVITED! YOU BELONG! COME TO THE EVENT, HOSTED BY MIZFITSETAPART December 14, 2015 All teens ages 13 18, in middle, junior or high school are invited to journey with the Mizfit team to view their self-worth, see the bigger picture of how they fit into their life relationships with design, plan and purpose. The Event is a night for teens.by teens - of music, drama, real life testimonials and inspirational guest speakers, to provide one more opportunity for teens to be a success story, and not a statistic. The Event takes place on Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 6:00pm 8:30pm at the Eisenhower High School Performing Arts Center in Shelby, MI. Tickets can be purchased online by visiting and clicking on the link to itickets.com. Through January 29th, general admission tickets cost $7.00; for groups of 10 or more tickets cost $5.00 each. Tickets may be purchased on the day of the event for $10.00 each. The Mizfit group is excited and honored to announce the keynote speakers, Trevor Heyd of StayTrue Ministries and Christian and Kayla Norman. Get ready for Trevor to amaze and pump up the crowd with his unique blend of beatboxing..you don t want to miss a beat! Chris Norman, a key blitzer and former leading linebacker for MSU will express how his relationships took top priority in his life after being a part of Athletes in Action Sports Ministry and attending the Ultimate Training Camp. He and wife Kayla, a former University of Florida Women s Basketball player will shore their story. Woodside Worship Band will perform, along with Rapper/Singer J. Steela featuring Amanda Rohling. Additional performers include Spoken Word Artists Kirt and Hannah Tisa Herbert, L Anse Creuse North student singer Marisa Nahas, and Alyssa Jordan, a testimonial/songwriter student from Romeo High School. Plus there will be dancers, drama, videos, games,raffle prizes and more! For more information on how you can be a part of The Event and mizfitsetapart, visit our website at mizfitsetapart.com, check out our facebook page at Mizfit Set Apart, follow us on Instagram at theevent16, or us at mizfitsetapart@gmail.com. Romeo United Methodist Church Page 15