The Messenger July 2018

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1 The Messenger July 2018 Pastoral Moments July 2018 Patriotic Words that come to mind when talking about the month of July have been: Independence, Fourth of July, Freedom, Liberty, Flag, Fireworks, Patriots, Great Britain, Tea Party, Parades, Cities like: Lexington, Concord, Philadelphia, Boston. Recently we added: Picnics, beaches, hot dogs, swimming, day off, vacation, travel, sunburn. There isn't much celebration like it used to be. Does that mean Americans don t love their country as our nation once did? We have a Primary election this coming August 7. We have many vital positions to fill and many are campaigning. Will you vote? Do you know who the candidates are? Do you care? Are you registered to vote? Many registered voters are able to vote via Absentee Ballots. Since I work many elections I vote Absentee...just let the Clerk know you want to & fill out the proper form. We are in a divine election the Lord votes for you, the Devil votes against you and you cast the deciding vote. Conference Report The 2018 Annual Conference has come and gone. As of July 1 the West Michigan & Detroit Conferences along with Albion and all former Districts ceased to exist. As of July 01, 2018 the new Michigan Conference along with the new Heritage District and the other 8 Districts came into being. Another marker for July 01, I begin my second year as pastor of Quincy United Methodist Church. During the Conference there were numerous presentations of missions, projects and ministries. There were inspiring worship experiences and stimulating preaching. There was a time to Remember those of The Family who died since last Conference, Honor those Retiring, and Welcome those entering some form of ministry. In terms of actions taken I list only a very few by title (sorry I'm unable to create the atmosphere that went along with some of the debate). Conference passed or accepted: R#12 Poor People s Campaign: A National Call for a Moral Revival, R#13 Acknowledgement of Sin, R#14 Call for Unity in Diversity, R#15 Prevent Gun Violence. There were 28 in all. Heidi and I have a full list if you are interested. The big item that affects the local church is the new budget. The new, combined budget is $222,000 Less than the current combines budget, but we re not certain what that means for us specifically as the new District Share is not included in that. All this will come to us this summer. Enjoy a God filled summer. Pastor Wilson

2 May 2018 Treasurer Report General Fund: The General Fund beginning balance for May was $7,482. We received $4,897 in contributions and had $6,996 in expenses with an ending balance of $5,384. Our expenses for day-to day operation are still greater than our contributions. With this in mind some contributions to the General Fund are recommended. However, I can also recommend giving to designated funds of Directed or Building/Capital Funds. With my own contributions which I do weekly, I give once a month to General Fund and then the reminder to the designated fund of Directed. If you give once a month, please consider switching between General Fund one month then a designated fund for a couple of months. The Directed Fund is the fund that includes the Women s, Kid s Club, Funeral, Camp/scholarship, Events, Adult Study Fellowship and Rada Knives. The Directed Fund helps support most of QUMC s programs and outreach ministries. The Building/Capital is any major purchase or expense for the building or for the church from painting, to heating, and computers. Any major expense. General Fund Expenses included: Usual monthly expenses for payroll, Pastor housing, mileage, utilities and supplies, plus $556 for the second of four payments of the insurance, Musician for Worship for two different services $200, Pulpit Fill $100 Ministry Shares of $890. Designated Funds Expenses included: Special Offering- (UMCOR $65.90), Directed Fund - $293 Healing Hill of Hope which was donations & a pass through with no expense to QUMC, $50 donation to Family Promise -a pass through, $330 Women Luncheon with the following breakdown Food-$117, Signers- $100, Speaker gift & door prizes- $113. Many hours & materials were donated by those working on luncheon. Mother s Day flower expense of $38 was donated and a pass through with no expense to QUMC, $179 annual expense for the One Call Tell All program, three Memorial plaques $24, elevator expense for two new doors/gates $5,051 all but $51 was very generously donated, with the only expense to QUMC $51. We are Blessed to have such caring individuals. Designated Fund Income included: (DESIGNATED GIVING ISN'T COUNTED WHEN CALCULATING MINISTRY SHARES) $40 Pastor Discretionary Fund, $409 Special Offering, $50 Memorial Fund, $325, $724 Directed Fund. Designated Funds Balances at the end of Month: Pastor Discretionary $1,488, Special Offering $1,284, Memorial $2,648, Building/Capital $24,337, Directed Fund $7,377. The Kid s Day in the Park is coming up soon and QUMC will donate $100 toward bikes for children, as we ve done in the past, from the Directed Fund. God's Grace to All, Lin M. Johnson, Treasurer

1 Worship 9am Holy Communion 2 3 Quilters 1:30 pm 4 Independence Day 5 Game Night/ Potluck at 6:30 pm 6 7 8 Worship 9am 9 10 Quilters 1:30 pm 11 12 N.O.W. Committee 7pm 13 14

24Quilters 1:30 pm 25 26 27 Kids Day in the Park 6:30 pm 28 29 Worship 9am 30 31Quilters 1:30 pm Birthdays 1 st Teresa Wasielewski 3 rd Mason DeFiore 9 th Rev.

3 1 Worship 9am Holy Communion 2 3 Quilters 1:30 pm 4 Independence Day 5 Game Night/ Potluck at 6:30 pm Worship 9am 9 10 Quilters 1:30 pm N.O.W. Committee 7pm Worship 9am 16 Adopt-A- Highway at 5:30 pm meet at church 17Quilters 1:30 pm 7:00 pm Ad 7:30pm Worship 9am 7pm 23 24Quilters 1:30 pm Kids Day in the Park 6:30 pm Worship 9am 30 31Quilters 1:30 pm Birthdays 1 st Teresa Wasielewski 3 rd Mason DeFiore 9 th Rev. Julie Elmore 12 th Rock Rockhold 21 st Michaylee Croy 22 nd Alexis Sparagowski 23 rd Michael Fillmore 30 th Joyce Seigler Anniversaries 15 th Jim and Deb Peters Norm and Teresa Wasielewski

June Attendance 6/3 58 6/10 56 6/17 55 6/24 51 Average 55 July Greeter: Dolores Rawson July Ushers: Christy Goshorn & Terri Ball Thank you so much for the blanket. That was very sweet of you all.

4 June Attendance 6/3 58 6/ / /24 51 Average 55 July Greeter: Dolores Rawson July Ushers: Christy Goshorn & Terri Ball Thank you so much for the blanket. That was very sweet of you all. Thankful for all of you. Alexis Sparagowski Thank you Gary Thompson for your continued announcements and the interesting facts given on Sunday Mornings. Thank you for the use of your Fellowship Hall for the Historical Society Annual Meeting. We really like having our potluck & awards meeting there. Karen Hargreave President Thank you for your recent purchase of line advertising on the manuals provided by Child Safety of America, Inc. and your local law enforcement department. Child Safety of America, Inc., takes pride in working with dedicated law enforcement departments such as yours, who are committed to teaching your children and community how to prevent accidents and needless tragedies through child safety educational programs. Your generosity will allow your local law enforcement to distribute these materials to a larger number of children and individuals in your area. On behalf of your local law enforcement department, parents, and their children, we thank you for recognizing the need for this type of life-saving prevention program in your community. Sincerely, Safetypup and Child Safety of America, Inc. ************************************************* Cards of Care and Encouragement Be sure to check the table in the fellowship hall for cards to sign for folks who need a note of cheer and encouragement. There is also a clip board available if you know of someone who could use a card. *************************************************

5 Summer Program Volunteers The Eternal Bread Summer Program is in need of Volunteers for this years program. The program runs July 10-12, 17-19, and Each of the days is a 8:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. commitment. We will be housed at Union Church. If you decide to volunteer this summer, please contact Penny Brockway via a return eternalbread1@gmail.com or a text/call to Coldwater UMC Vacation Bible School Coldwater UMC is invited area churches to partnership with them for Vacation Bible School this year. VBS at Coldwater UMC is scheduled for Sunday, July 15 through Thursday, July 19 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m, A light dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. followed by lesson and activities. This year s VBS Director is Amanda Malefyt. If there is anyone in the congregation willing to volunteer, sigh-up is located on the table under the bulletin in our Sanctuary. Liz will pass your info. along to Amanda. Adopt A Highway Adopt-A-Highway next scheduled trash pick-up is July 16 and we will meet at the church at 5:30 p.m. We pick up trash along a two and a half mile stretch on US12 between Quincy and Allen. If you can help, please wear bright colors, appropriate footwear, and bring water to drink. If you have questions, please contact Teresa C. at Thank you! Kids Day in the Park Friday, July 27, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. Village of Quincy Park Free Event for children 12 and under Bicycle Drawing at 8:00 p.m. Join us for games/crafts Learn about bicycle & fire safety-*bring your bike & register it with the Quincy Police Dept.* Movie in the Park Immediately Following Peter Rabbit Pastoral Statistical Report for May 2018 # of calls 23 which include things like funeral & visitation, having fun serving at the Ladies Spring Luncheon, & helping a couple get ready for wedding. Traveled 515 miles in these church related events the most miles included a funeral with out of town burial. 4 days as a Hospice Volunteer and 28 miles. 2 non QUMC activities for 80 miles which include meeting the Conference bus in Jackson so I would not need to drive to Traverse City. Reminder Annual Rummage Sale Our Rummage Sale will be here before we know it, on the of August. If you haven't already gotten your stuff ready just wanted to remind you of how close it is. If you have any questions or need more price stickers please see Deb Z. or Anne R.

6 Why the US Flag is folded 13 times The flag of the United States of America is ceremoniously folded 13 times when lowered or handed to the next of kin at the burial of a veteran. The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life. The second fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life. The third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing our ranks who gave a portion of their lives in the defense of our country and to attain peace throughout the world. The fourth fold represents our weaker nature. We turn to God in times of peace, as well as in times of war, for divine guidance. The fifth fold is made as a tribute to our country. To paraphrase Stephen Decatur: Our Country is dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country right or wrong. The sixth fold represents where our hearts lie. It is with our hearts that we pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. The seventh fold is made in tribute to our armed forces. It is these brave men and women who protect our country against her enemies, foreign or domestic. The eighth fold is in honor of mothers, for whom the flag flies on Mothers Day. The ninth fold is a tribute to womanhood. The faith, love, loyalty, and devotion of women helped to mold the character of countless men and women who have made this nation great. The 10 fold is a tribute to fathers. They, too, have given their sons and daughters for the defense of our country. The 11 fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon, glorifying the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The 12 fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. The 13 fold brings the stars uppermost, reminding us of our nation s motto, in God We Trust. When our flag is completely folded, it takes on the appearance of a tricorner hat, reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, the sailors and marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, and all who followed in the U.S. armed forces. They have preserved the rights, privileges, and freedoms we enjoy and celebrate today. The next time you observe a flag ceremony honoring someone who has served our country in the armed forces, the police department, or fire department, keep in mind all the important reasons behind each and every fold. And remember those who sacrificed so much for us by honoring our flag and our country. Written by Jeannie Nichols Submitted by Glenda Brown

T H E M E S S E N G E R Q U I N C Y U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H

Time during service. Coffee Hour immediately after worship service.

7 T H E M E S S E N G E R Q U I N C Y U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H 3 2 W E S T C H I C A G O S T R E E T Q U I N C Y, M I Sunday Worship 9:00 AM Rev. Richard Wilson Quincy Kid s Club Children dismissed after Children s Time during service. Coffee Hour immediately after worship service. Sunday School 10:30 AM Office Hours 9:00 AM-1:00 PM, Monday - Wednesday 9:00 AM - Noon Thursday

Field C A U S. Color Guard Commander

Field C A U S. Color Guard Commander Folding Procedure Field olor uard ommander Folding Procedures tep 1. When finished it should look like this From this position you will start folding both flags at the same time tep 2. Fold in this direction