APRIL 2018 LUMC ENDOWMENT BEGINS RECEIVING GIFTS. The Lithopolis United Methodist Church Endowment has become a reality.

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1 Traditional Worship Service - 9:00 AM Contemporary Worship Service - 10:30 AM APRIL 2018 LUMC ENDOWMENT BEGINS RECEIVING GIFTS The Lithopolis United Methodist Church Endowment has become a reality. A church conference resolution, the formation of a church endowment committee and the selection of the Fairfield County Foundation to be the trustee of the funds have all taken place. Gifts to the endowment have been received. The purpose of the Endowment is to financially support the mission of the church by using the investment income from gifts given to the fund. A gift to the LUMC Endowment is a gift that never stops giving as it is the investment return that is used by the church. The gift or principal is not used unless so designated. In this manner it is a special gift that is different from donations to the church's general operating fund. Many times this gift is made possible by a will or trust. Sometimes gifts happen when people feel that a gift to the Endowment is the right gift through which to share Jesus bestowed blessings in our lives with others. A couple gave this example: We have been blessed by God in so many great ways. Our church family has been one of the most significant blessings. We have been fortunate to support Christ s work over the years by giving our time, talent and financial resources to LUMC. At our death, there is an end of the giving of our time and talents, but through the LUMC Endowment, we can forever support our LUMC family financially as they continue to bring more people closer to Christ. There are many deserving causes but we are going to continue supporting the causes that are first in our hearts. We are leaving an inheritance to our children, but we are also going to continue to support God s work as we have done most of our lives through a gift to the LUMC Endowment. While many gifts come to endowment programs as bequests, the good news is you DO NOT have to die to give. Many gifts are given because people want to do something special for the church and they want to see the results of their gift. A brochure describing the LUMC program is available in the church Welcome Center. In addition, if you have interest in the Endowment, please see Pastor Charles or Carl Spencer.

2 Family Ministry Happenings Vacation Bible School 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Move Up Sunday- Sunday, May 20 th. Kids move up to their next class level Merge House - Sunday, May 20 th right after both worship services Monthly Faith Formation Focus: STUDY Among school age children study can be a dirty word. However studying about God doesn't always require a book. Although the best book to study is the Bible, there are other ways to learn about God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. One way is to study God's creation. In Acts the disciples describe the coming of the Holy Spirit as wind. Spend some time standing in the wind; focus all your senses on this experience. Next time you read the Scripture about the Holy Spirit, you will have a memory stored that will bring the Scriptures to life. From Good Dirt, by Lacy Finn Borgo & Ben Barczi Alex Feldman Kris Creviston Christina Albrecht Steve Stanford Associate Pastor Children & Families Youth & Families Groups & Connection of Community & Families Ministry Coordinator Ministry Coordinator Coordinator

3 And whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me. Matthew 18:5 All children are welcome in Rock City! Rock City provides a warm, welcoming, safe environment that is Christ centered, child friendly, inclusive and relational where children grow in their faith as we collaborate together in partnership with families. Nursery: Birth - preschool are welcome at both our 9AM & 10:30AM worship services. 9AM Rock City: Preschool-5th grade 10:30AM Rock City: Preschool-1st grade 10:30 AM Rock City: 2nd-5th grade All Children s Ministry volunteers are Safe Sanctuary trained and oriented to their specific roles. New volunteers are welcomed at any time! If you re interested in joining our team, please call or me. Children & Families Ministry Coordinator Kris Creviston, kris@lithopolisumc.org (614) A fun, safe place where students can draw closer to Jesus & each other. High School- Sundays, 6:30-8:30pm. to 9th-12th graders. Meet in the Student Ministry Center (SMC) next door at 57 E. North Street. Middle School Youth Group- Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm. to 6th-8th graders. Meet in the Student Ministry Center (SMC) next door at 57 E. North Street. Both nights begin with a half hour of hanging out and games, followed by a lesson and small groups. Move Up Sunday- Sunday, May 20th. Kids move up to their next class level Merge House - Sunday, May 20th right after both worship services 5th Grade Cook Out - Parents & students are welcome to join us at the SMC for the Cook Out - 6pm Alive Festival - July 19th - 22nd Youth Music Festival Light The Night- Friday, August 10th, 7pm Community Student Night of Worship & Prayer Youth & Families Ministry Coordinator Christina Albrecht christina@lithopolisumc.org cell:

4 Serving Jennifer Loeffler Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time, and always start with the person nearest you. Mother Theresa 2 nd SATURDAY SERVE Saturday, April 14 th Wagnalls Memorial Landscape Clean-up 10:00 a.m. - Noon 150 E. Columbus St., Lithopolis It's finally spring! Please help the garden club, and staff of Wagnalls cleanup from winter and prep the beds for summer. Please meet at the back of Wagnalls, and a staff member will instruct you where they need help. Families welcome! Water Works/LUMC 10:00 a.m. - Noon 80 N. Market Street, Lithopolis Three windows in the back hallway need some TLC after the construction project. Please indicate if you are willing to wash them. And we will be custom labeling water bottles to refresh and encourage kids participating in a Walk for Water 6k in May. Heaven Sent Childcare Academy Community Garden 10:00 a.m. - Noon 5616 Gender Rd., Canal Winchester, Meet Theresa Martin behind Heaven Sent Childcare Academy. Theresa Martin (LUMC) created a garden for children to experience the love of growing things. She is preparing the garden for spring, and would love some helping hands. Please wear appropriate clothes and shoes and bring work gloves. Sign up by checking ( ) the box on the Connection Card inside your Sunday bulletin or go to lithopolisumc.org under the serve tab you will find 2 nd Saturday Serve. Questions, contact Jennifer Loeffler at or at j_and _m@sbcgolbal.net

5 Groups New Member Group In March, Pastor Charles led a New Members Group for adults. At the conclusion of their time together, a celebration service was held for the ways we are all connected as part of a family of faith through LUMC. As part of the Celebration Service, they shared in a renewal of our faith covenant as part of the church and also celebrated several re-affirmations of baptism and faith renewals. Welcome to our new members!! Friday mornings at 11:00 a.m. in the Multi Ministry Center. The group will get some light exercise walking around the inside of the MMC while discussing the daily entry from the devotional book, Jesus Calling. Copies of the book will be available at the study. Please just stop in & walk with us. Come to walk, come to talk, and its okay to just listen. Do you or someone you know live with chronic illness or chronic pain? If you do, please prayerfully consider attending Hopekeepers, Monday, April 2 nd and/or April 16th at 6:30 p.m. at the Student Ministry Center (SMC). This group meets the first and third Mondays of the month. Hopekeepers is a Christian Chronic illness and Chronic pain support group that gives people the opportunity to openly discuss their faith, illness and areas of their lives affected by these. The meetings will include: Prayer and Praise, Bible study, fellowship, and opportunities to not only gain support and encouragement but also to share it. Handicap parking accessible in back. If you would like more information, please contact, Emily Miller at or Linda Plummer at Please sign up on the Connection Card in your Sunday Bulletin if you would like to join this group.

6 THURSDAY MORNING BEGINNING EXERCISE GROUP Instructor Cindy Coakley 11:00 11:45 AM LUMC s MMC Come and Join Us! $5.00 per class Starting April 10th This is an 8-session small group conversation about faith. Whether you re new to faith, curious about God, or returning to the church after some time away, this could be for you. It s a place where your opinions and beliefs are valued, and no question is off limits. This group is open to all no matter where you are in your faith. All materials will be provided. Starting Tuesday, April 10 th at 6:30 p.m. in the Living Room. For more information contact Steve Stanford, Groups and Connections Coordinator at (248) or steve@lithopolisumc.org Next training session is Sunday, April 29 th During 2018, everyone involved in the ministries of the Lithopolis United Methodist Church that serves children, youth, and vulnerable adults will be taking the in-person one hour Safe Sanctuaries training offered by the church. The next session will be offered on April 29 th at 11:45 am in the Chapel. Additional dates and times will be offered throughout the year. If you are planning to serve in one of the ministries of the church serving children, youth, and vulnerable adults, please sign up for an upcoming Safe Sanctuaries training. Certification includes an individual background check, annual training, and a working knowledge of the policy statement and procedures of the church s Safe Sanctuaries practices. Safe Sanctuaries is one of the ways that we, as followers of Jesus, continue to be diligent in today s world to protect those entrusted to us. Childcare (if needed) and lunch is provided. Please contact Steve Stanford, Groups and Connections Coordinator, steve@lithopolisumc.org / or watch your Sunday bulletin for sign ups.

7 Lithopolis United Methodist Women s Spring Dinner Meeting Wednesday, April 4 th 6:30 PM in the Multi-Ministry Center Christina Fetherolf will present Holiness Contested: My Experience Living on the Israel-Palestine Divide Christina participated in a two-week immersion trip to the Holy Land in June 2009 and then studied abroad at the Rothberg International School at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem during the academic year. In this talk, Christina will reflect on some of her experiences, particularly in regard to the relations between Israel and Palestine: the impact of the wall, the daily life of the Palestinians in refugee camps, and the hope for a peaceful resolution. Musical Entertainment Provided By Winchester Chimes All women of the church are cordially invited to the UMW s spring dinner meeting. Food will be provided by the circle members. If you are looking to form connections with other women within the church, come join us for an entertaining and informative evening, and learn what the United Methodist Women s organization can offer you. WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMMUNITY DINNER Here at LUMC 6:00 PM, April18th in the Multi Ministry Center Donations are accepted but not expected. ON THE MENU: Beef & Noodles, Mashed Potatoes, Corn, Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Come, enjoy and invite your neighbors and friends for food, fellowship & fun activities for the kids!

8 The Dress Code and the LUMW Are you tired of keeping all those clothes until Trash & Treasure time each August? We have a solution for you. The Lithopolis United Methodist Women s organization has partnered with The DressCode to sell your donated clothes with proceeds going to LUMW missions. In the past year, LUMW has made over $650 from The DressCode sales! The DressCode is a clothing consignment shop located at 3026 Columbus-Lancaster Rd NW in Lancaster. It is located near the Meijer store in Lancaster. Following are some of the consignment guidelines: Items taken are name brand apparel, handbags, footwear and accessories (including fashion scarves and jewelry) for Ladies, Plus Sizes, Teens and Men that are clean and current with no signs of wear and tear. Items need to be clean and pressed on hangers or folded neatly in a basket or tote. Items not taken discount brands, lingerie, bathing suits, shoes that show any wear, custom or handmade items, bridesmaids dresses, dyed-to-match shoes, clothing that shows any age or wear. Don t be offended if some items are refused as they know what items will be bought by their customers based on over 12 years in the consignment business. Consignments can be brought to the store Monday through Saturday without an appointment during the following hours: Monday through Friday 10 AM to 7 PM and Saturdays 10 AM to 6 PM. The DressCode accepts items that are appropriate to the upcoming or current season, since their goal is to sell them within the next 4 to 6 weeks. Items not appropriate to the season will not be accepted. So please take items according to the following schedule: Spring February 1 Summer April 1 Fall August 1 Winter October 1 Prom Gowns January 1 through May 1 Items that are not sold within 4 to 6 weeks will be given to charity by The DressCode. Additional information can be found at Advise The DressCode to put items on the following account: LUMW #17065 (in all capitals). It is very important to use this code so we can get credit for the sales. Items that are not taken by The DressCode can be saved for the annual Trash and Treasure Sale so we can maximize their value. If you have any questions about the process, contact Dianne Myers at or myersd73@gmail.com. If you are unable to take clothes to The DressCode, Dianne can deliver for you. As always, thank you for your support of LUMW missions.

9 SCHEDULES FOR APRIL /1 4/8 4/15 4/22 4/29 Alcolytes Anna or Alan Cline Anna or Alan Cline Anna or Alan Cline Anna or Alan Cline Anna or Alan Cline Good Shepherd 9:00am Good Shepherd 10:15am Gene Sprang George Tootle Frances Bennett Karen Tennant Marlys Fergus Michael Smith Mike Loeffler Norah Mattei Cathy Burden David Smith Greeters 9am Gail & Steve Murry Stacy & John Cline Bruce & Bunny Palmer Charlie Morrison Bud Culp Charlie & Barb Morrison David Karr Carla Jacobs Charles & Patty Black David Karr Carla Jacobs Marlys & Randy Fergus John & Stacy Cline Greeters 10:30am Well-Wishers 11:30am Connections 8:30am Aaron & Sam Farley The Gregory Family The Coffman Family Aaron & Sam Farley Todd & Mason Lilley Joan Click Amy Mills The Coffman Family Joan Click Amy Mills Lauren Schell Cathy Burden Joan Click Amy Mills Christina Fetherolf Cathy Burden Ty Hart Joan Click Amy Mills Ty Hart Aaron & Sam Farley Barb Wood Emily Miller Connections 10:00am Sandy Tootle Gail Murry Dianne Myers Sandy Tootle Janell Coffman Lindy Panian Judy Ferrone Minda Taylor Ushers 9:00am James Mills John Mills Tom Mills Dennis Click James Mills John Mills Tom Mills Dennis Click James Mills John Mills Tom Mills Dennis Click James Mills John Mills Tom Mills Dennis Click James Mills John Mills Tom Mills Dennis Click Ushers 10:30am Mike & Minda Taylor Jordan Landon Mike & Minda Taylor Jordan Landon Mike & Minda Taylor Jordan Landon Mike & Minda Taylor Jordan Landon Mike & Minda Taylor Jordan Landon Refresh John, Stacy & Anna Cline John, Stacy & Anna Cline John, Stacy & Anna Cline John, Stacy & Anna Cline John, Stacy & Anna Cline Sunday Close-Up Chuck Miller Mike Loeffler Bud Culp Mike Smith Gene Sprang NURSERY SCHEDULE FOR APRIL 4/1 4/8 4/15 4/22 4/29 1 st Service Lisa & Stacia Lyndsey & Tammie Lyndsey & Stacia Brenda & Stacia Brenda & Kathleen 2 nd Service Christina & Brenda Ellie & Lynn Jan & Kathleen Ellie & Tammie Lyndsey &

10 LUMC Attendance & Financial Giving Information for MAR 2018 Combined Attendance 3/4 3/11 3/18 3/25 Worship Our Gifts Capital Funds $1,434 $1,105 $544 $615 General Contributions $14, $8, $7, $12, Notes Dear Church Family, My heart is so thankful to God for putting me in such a loving church family for 37 years. I want to thank everyone who attended the pancake breakfast set up by my small group from church. I also want to thank anyone who prayed for me. Prayer is so powerful! Thank you for all the cards & gifts. God bless you, Jan & Bob Jones Last month for our 2 nd Saturday Service project, we welcomed a lovely group of ladies from Jessie s World for a celebration dinner for all of their hard work. In response they sent us a thank you card which says, It s the special things that people do for us that make all the difference in our lives. I really appreciate your thoughtfulness! Thank you for the kindness you all showed us. You have no idea of the impact you made on our hearts and minds. God Bless you all. Starr J. Thank you for such a wonderful night. You made us all feel special. It s an amazing thing you guys do! All my love, God bless you, Kristy A. Thank you, it was truly a blessing to all of us. I love my book. Christina J. Thank you for opening your doors, your minds, and your hearts to us. You will forever be a part of our story! It only takes one person to believe in us to fuel the progress for one more day! Jessica C.

11 THE LITHOPOLIS LINK Linking Church and Home APRIL 2018 Find us on Facebook: Lithopolis United Methodist Church Website: Lithopolis United Methodist Church 80 N. Market St., P.O. Box 42 Lithopolis, OH Phone: Fax: OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM PASTORAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Charles Martindell Pastor Charles@lithopolisumc.org Alex Feldman Associate Pastor of Community & Family Alex@lithopolisumc.org Carl Spencer Administrative Pastor Carl@lithopolisumc.org Eric Anderson Leadership Board Chair Stacia Nepa Nursery Coordinator Stacia@lithopolisumc.org Collins Cranmer Contemporary Service Worship Leader Collins.Cranmer@igelco.ocm Amy Bratton Treasurer Amy@lithopolisumc.org Shelly Horn Administrative Assistant Shelly@lithopolisumc.org Karen Martindell Tech. Coordinator & Visitation Assistant Karen@lithopolisumc.org Christina Albrecht Youth & Families Ministry Coordinator Christina@lithopolisumc.org Kris Creviston Children & Families Ministry Coordinator Kris@lithopolisumc.org Steve Stanford Group & Connections Coordinator Steve@lithopolisumc.org Pastoral Care & Counseling Needs Pastor Charles Martindell, charles@lithopolisumc.org Alex Feldman, alex@lithopolisumc.org Karen Martindell, karen@lithopolisumc.org Licensed Professional Christian Counseling Always Hope Counseling, LLC Kathy Spencer, MA, PC * alwayshopecounseling123@gmail.com (Fee based on ability to pay)