June We Say Goodbye, We Say Hello

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1 June We Say Goodbye, We Say Hello High Street s Farewell to the Allen Family When Someone Leaves, It s Because Someone Else is About to Arrive. Paulo Coelhi, The Zahir Sunday, June 5 Time: Noon, following the 2 nd Service Where: High Street s What: Special Luncheon---pulled chicken, hot dogs, drinks and a special cake will be served. Please bring either a side dish or a dessert to share. We ll be honoring the Allens for their service to High Street and sending them off with love and blessings to their new assignment in Dublin. We hope that you all will be able to attend the service of your choice and the luncheon. Please RSVP for the luncheon by Tuesday, May 31, by signing up in the Narthex, calling the church office ( ), on Facebook, or on the church website. Many Thanks from the Transition Team Sunday, June 26 On this day we officially and eagerly welcome our new Pastor, Dr. Steven Fewell and his wife Jilaine. Steven comes from a downtown congregation in Zanesville, OH and is excited about providing leadership and serving at High Street as our new Lead Pastor. Steven came to ministry with some experience working in the world and understands the difficulty of serving God faithfully and seeks to accomplish God s mission and purposes while we grow in faith together. Steven and Jilaine have five married children and eighteen grandchildren who live in Ohio and they plan to celebrate with their parents on this first day of Steven s service to High Street, and the church picnic. We warmly welcome Steven and Jilaine to High Street. General Conference Highlights pg.2 Electronic Giving Information pg. 3 Church Picnic Announcement pg E. High St., Springfield OH (937) HighStreetUMC.com /HighStreetUMC

2 General Conference delegates hit the pause button on the denomination's quadrennial debates related to homosexuality. Delegates voted to accept the recommendation of the Council of Bishops to table all proposals relating to human sexuality and form a special commission that would completely examine and possibly recommend revisions of every paragraph in the Book of Discipline related to human sexuality. The commission would represent the different regions of a denomination on four continents as well as the varied perspectives of the church. We accept our role as spiritual leaders to lead The United Methodist Church in a pause for prayer to step back from attempts at legislative solutions and to intentionally seek God's will for the future, said Council of Bishops president Bishop Bruce Ough in announcing the recommendation. The bishops also suggested they might call a special General Conference in 2018 or 2019 to deal with such proposals. The United Methodist Church is on track to get its first new hymnal since 1989, and this one will be internet-cloud based and print-on-demand the first high-tech hymnal for a mainline denomination. We pray that the contents of the hymnal will give voice to a new generation of United Methodists as we grow in our discipleship and live as bearers of the gospel of Jesus Christ, said the Rev. Jackson Henry, a Tennessee Conference delegate, staff member at Discipleship Ministries and longtime church music minister. The 2020 General Conference will need to approve the Hymnal Advisory Committee s recommendations, with release of the new hymnal coming as early as Delegates to General Conference 2016 overwhelmingly approved a resolution calling on United Methodist agencies to raise awareness about the harm caused by sports teams that use mascots or symbols that disrespect Native Americans. The petition was amended in committee, deleting language that would have called on United Methodist groups not to have meetings in cities that have sports teams with such mascots or symbols. On May 18, delegates focused on the 1864 Sand Creek Massacre, a historical tragedy with deep Methodist involvement. Speakers included a historian and descendants of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian survivors of the attack. Mountain Sky Area Bishop Elaine J.W. Stanovsky had joined the descendants in planning the event, the latest effort yet by The United Methodist Church to atone for the Sand Creek Massacre. We re here to listen and to tell the truth, Stanovsky told delegates. Delegates voted to withdraw United Methodist general church agency membership from the Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice. The church was a founding member of the organization in The United Methodist Board of Church and Society and United Methodist Women are currently members. The 2004, 2008 and 2012 General Conferences have debated staying in the organization, because some church members disagree with the coalition s position on abortion. The argument to stay is to have a voice at the table. These updates were adapted from stories found on the UMC website. For more detail and additional stories, go to 2 C e l e b r a t e N u r t u r e S e r v e

3 Have you ever wanted to give to the church but forgot to bring cash or a check? Now you can easily support the ministry and mission of High Street electronically! There are several ways to give: Through your bank: If your bank offers electronic or online bill pay, just set us up as one of your payees and they will mail a check to us. This is often the option with the lowest transaction fee it s even free at some banks. Through our website: Go to $ on your computer, smart phone, or tablet and you can give via credit/debit card or e-check. Through our secure online form, you can make a one-time or recurring gift. You will also have the option to cover the cost to the church of the e-giving transaction fee (3% for credit/debit cards, 1% for e-checks). Be sure to register for an account if you plan to make future donations online. Via text message (smart-phone required): Send a text message to with any dollar amount ($10 minimum). For your first donation you will receive an automated text message response with a link to setup your account with your credit/debit card or e-check information. For all future donations, simply text a dollar amount. Your donations will appear on your credit/debit card or bank statement (not your cell phone bill). Unfortunately, for text message giving there is no option to cover the transaction fee. The church will cover the cost (3% for debit/ credit cards, 1% for e-checks). Continue to give via check or cash: Of course, you don t have to give electronically! If your current method of giving works for you, please feel free to continue to give in that way. Thank you for your faithfulness! Trustees The trustees continue to prioritize the repairs for this year. SPR We have posted the Director of Children s Ministry position. Congregational Care An invitation is always extended to those active members who want to touch the lives of members unable to attend, whether it be sending cards, making phone calls or home visits, and delivering flowers or communion. Please contact Sharon Crews if you are called to this mission. Spaghetti noodles Spaghetti sauce Ramen Noodles Mac-N-Cheese Peanut Butter and Jelly Canned Tuna/Chicken Beef/Tuna/Chicken Helper Cereal Pork-N-Beans Beef Stew Soup Toothpaste and Toothbrushes Deodorant and Soap Shampoo and Conditioner Toilet Paper and Diapers. BOLD= immediate need Plastic tableware Strong paper plates Napkins Large aluminum pans Quart and gallon size plastic bags Styrofoam cups The Open Hands Free Store and the Rainbow Table are High Street s ongoing mission projects. All donations to these missions are gratefully received. Annual Church Picnic Sunday, June :30pm Snyder Park Shelter house S-5 Closest to the playground, tennis courts and spray fountain for the kids. Please bring a covered dish to share and whatever you want to grill. Get to know our new Pastor Steven, and his wife Jilaine and their visiting family! 230 E. High St., Springfield OH (937) HighStreetUMC.com / HighStreetUMC 3

4 Before you start making your summer plans, be sure to reserve July 31-Aug. 4 from 6-8:15pm for Vacation Bible School! This year s theme is Cave Quest: Following Jesus, the Light of the World. Together, let s explore the depths of what God provides for us! Look for online registration soon. To serve at VBS, contact Kristi Massie at (937) or Kmassie71@gmail.com. Childcare provided for VBS volunteers! Join us on Sundays at 9:30am, starting June 5 to be a part of the Summer Musical! This year s story is Daniel & the Lion s Den and it s sure to be a roaring success with YOU in it! Our performance will be on Aug. 28 in worship! Contact Kristi Massie, Jamie Daugherty- Weaver or Linda Green for more information! Join us on Sundays at 9:30am, starting June 5 to be a part of the Summer Musical! This year s story is Daniel & the Lion s Den and it s sure to be a roaring success with YOU in it! Learn from adults the important in s & out s of directing. Share your knowledge of acting, singing & prop-making with children. Our performance will be on Aug. 28 in worship! Contact Kristi Massie, Jamie Daugherty-Weaver or Linda Green for more information! Save the Date! Join us on Parents Day, Sunday July 24 from 7-9pm for a lively night of games with a Light and Dark theme! Think sardines, flashlight tag, capture the flag, etc. We will also help make some VBS decorations to go with Cave Quest. Bring a snack to share. This is a combined event of Youth & Children s Discipleship. Lets enjoy the Summer Arts Festival Youth Ambassadors production of Once Upon a Mattress, a special Thursday performance at 8pm on June 23 in Veterans Park! Meet at the hill near the east pavilion and wear your High Street UMC t-shirt (purchase at the church office if you don t have one!). Bring a blanket and a snack to share! Save the Date! Join us on Parents Day, Sunday July 24 from 7-9pm for a lively night of games with a Light and Dark theme! Think sardines, flashlight tag, capture the flag, etc. We will also help make some VBS decorations to go with Cave Quest. Bring a snack to share. This is a combined event of Youth & Children s Discipleship. June 5 - Acolytes 9:30am June 23 - Family Night Veterans Park June 26 - Church Snyder July 24 - Family Game Night July 31-Aug. 4 - VBS!! 6-8:15pm June 12 - Youth Fellowship 7:30-9pm June 26 - Church Snyder Park July 24 - Family Game Night July 31-Aug. 4 - Volunteer at VBS!! 6-8:15pm Amy Engelbrecht graduated Cum Laude from OSU on May 8. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science. In April, Amy was selected as one of the Twenty Outstanding Seniors in the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. Amy is employed by the Columbus Zoo and aspires to become a zoo keeper. Currently, our custodian is performing this task but it takes too much time away from true custodial duties. We need persons to volunteer to refill the pockets for the next weeks services. You can choose your own time throughout the week. Perhaps a couple of people can do it together. Contact the church office if you can fill this ministry. If you are in need is assistance with minor maintenance, such as changing ceiling bulbs and smoke alarm batteries, or other chores that are not possible or safe for you to do, please call one of our Handyman Crew so that they may arrange to help you. Bill Brougher ; Harold Crews ; Glenn Kaffenbarger ; Larry Lytle C e l e b r a t e N u r t u r e S e r v e

5 1 Jerry Cubbage 2 Samuel Doyle David Hockman Matthew McKinnon 3 Sherry McKinnon 4 Ellen Haley Marlisha Ringwalt 5 Alex Knowlton 6 Trudie Byrd Richard Lohnes Steve Wilkins 7 Ella Fowler 8 Francis Bonerigo Kristie Massie 9 Loretta Miller 12 Joy Scott Joyce Tolle 13 Martha Stephens 17 Debbie Bell 18 Jordan Taylor 19 Kyra Hornberger 21 Michele Kelly 24 Zachie Massie 25 Neal Weber 28 Molly Nixon Year-to-Date Income $120, Year-to-Date Expenses $134, As of May 25, Bill & Marilyn Fessler 8 Harold & Sharon Crews 9 Dan & Cheryl Walter 13 Richard & Deanna Soldner 17 Robert & Norma Johnson 18 Bill & Deanna Brougher 19 Fred & Jeannine Fox 22 Roger & Pam Hilton 24 Darrell & Michelle Kitchen Paul & Sandie Price 25 Adam & Allison Drain 29 Larry & Diana Duncan Ken & Bev Endicott 9:30am 11:00am May May May May May 29 High Notes published prior to this date Looking for: photo of Rev. Leonard W. Mann ( ), information about the "Roll of Honor" (near east entrance), photos of "Couples Club" or "High Streeters activities. Contact Dan Walter at or walter@woh.rr.com if you can provide any of these items. Children s Discipleship Sandi Allen Youth Discipleship Spencer Ehrman Missions Sharon Doyle SPR Mitch Smith Trustees Bill Brougher Welcome Bonnie Pinkerman Communications Ginny Slack Worship Chris Moore Congregational Care Sharon Crews Fellowship Marga Smith Finance Rodney Engelbrecht Lead Pastor Jeff Allen Dir. of Children s Discipleship Sandi Allen Lay Minister of Visitation Walt Brooker Office Manager Marcia Lyons Custodian Larry Lytle Music Dir. Traditional Worship J. Chris Moore Contemporary Worship Leader Kent Brooks Sound Technician Paden Frank Nursery Caregivers Michelle Halbirt Brenda Tovar 230 E. High St., Springfield OH (937) HighStreetUMC.com / HighStreetUMC 5

6 Calendar of Events ~ June 5 Sunday 12:00pm Lunch for the Allen Family 5:00pm Annual Conference Lakeside, OH 6 Monday 8:00-11:00pm Annual Conference at Lakeside, OH 5:00pm Mission Team Carr Room 7 Tuesday 8:00-11:00pm Annual Conference at Lakeside, OH 1:30pm TAL 7:00pm AA Meeting Dining Hall 8 Wednesday 8:00-11:00pm Annual Conference at Lakeside, OH 9 Thursday 8:00-11:00pm Annual Conference at Lakeside, OH 6:00pm Communication Team Wesley Room 12 Sunday 5:30pm Emmaus Board Mtg. Carr Room 7:00pm Emmaus Gathering Sanct/Dining Hall 7:30pm Youth Fellowship 13 Monday 7:00pm AAUW 7:00pm Trustee Mtg. Carr Room 14 Tuesday 1:30pm TAL 6:30pm VBS Volunteer Mtg. 18 Saturday 8:30-12:30pm High Street works at OHFS 19 Sunday 20 Monday 7:00pm Leadership Council Carr Room 21 Tuesday 9:30-1:30pm High Street works at OHFS 6:00pm Children s Discipleship Lead Team Mtg. 7:00pm AA Meeting Dining Hall 23 Thursday 8:00pm Children s Discipleship: Once Upon A Mattress Veterans Park 25 Saturday 8:30-12:30pm High Street works at OHFS 26 Sunday Dr. L. Steven Fewell New Pastor 1-3:30pm Church Picnic Snyder Park Shelter House 7:30pm Youth Fellowship 28 Tuesday 9:30-1:30pm High Street works at OHFS 1:30pm TAL 6:30pm VBS Volunteer Mtg. Sanctuary 7:00pm Open Hands Free Store Board Mtg. OHFS = Open Hands Free Store June 12 - Pastor Vicki Downing June 19 - Pastor Deb Holder Please check our online calendar for changes, deletions, or additions to meeting or events. 6 C e l e b r a t e N u r t u r e S e r v e