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1 BEAVER CHURCH CHATTER JANUARY 2019 Beaver United Church of Christ 1960 Dayton -Xenia Road Beavercreek, OH Rev. Brian Eastman Pastor s Phone: (937) ; 24hrs7days Pastor s Pastorbrian@beaverucc.org Pastor s Office Hours: Tuesday 1 PM-6 PM Wednesday 10 AM-12 PM 5 PM-7 PM Thursday 10 AM-12 PM Address: Church@beaverucc.org Web Address: Webmaster: Alice Clausing Newsletter Compiler: Bob Tobias Newsletter Contributors: Pastor Brian Eastman Alice Clausing Ruth Tobias INSIDE THIS ISSUE Pastor s Peace Prayer List Church Service List Church News and Events Church Calendar THE PASTOR S PEACE Merry Christmas!!! Those of you reading this might think that old Pastor Brian got confused and doesn t know it isn t December. I am not confused because there are indeed 12 days of Christmas, and if you are reading this before the end of January 5 th, then Merry Christmas!!! I guess a Happy New Year s is in order as well, but that is just one day, and more importantly, it isn t something we tend to forget. Christmas, however, is something that many think ends on December 25 th, with trees and everything coming down the next day. Come December 26 th you don t hear a Merry Christmas for miles around. It is interesting that an event we have been preparing for during all of Advent and looking forward to with great delight is an event that we are so quick to move past. Perhaps we should focus more on celebrating Christ s birth not only for those 12 days, but maybe even all year round. For those who didn t get a chance to attend our Christmas Eve service, I talked about leaning into the difficulties in the world around us. If we look at the ministry of Jesus, he never shied away from the difficulties of other. He was willing to reach out to those in need, those who did not believe, and even those who actively worked against him. Not only did Christ provide us salvation through his death and resurrection, but he provides us salvation by being the incarnation of God on earth and showing us how such a life is lived. The themes of Advent--peace, hope, joy, and love--are all achieved by working through Christ to bring forth the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. If we are willing to lean into those areas that cause us discomfort and do so out of love and devotion, then we can work actively to create the peace and joy we celebrate at Christmas. It is only when we are willing to take risks with others that we often move beyond the issues that divide us. I once heard a professor of mine tell a student who was working on his PhD that receiving your doctorate was not the end, but only the beginning. It was only after you finished your studies that the real work began. Christmas works much the same. We have been preparing for all of Advent to receive the Christ child. (cont. on Pg. 5) BEAVER CHURCH Chatter 1

2 Prayer List Military: Pray for our military and their family and friends. Military families that are left behind May they all come home safely Our many veterans Adam, Gail and Stuart Wells grandson, stationed in Okinawa Alex Deal, U.S. Navy, stationed in S.C. Dan, son-in-law of Brett & Kendal Landrum Cody Saundra, stationed in Japan for 3 years To the family of Donna, Cathy Miller s cousin, d. 11/24 To the family of Patricia Riggs, teacher in Beavercreek Schools To the family of Debbie Ankeney, d. Nov. To the family of Rick Slagle, friend of Stuart Wells, d. Dec. CARD MINISTRY Let Sharon Parkison or Linda Dolbeer know about those with physical or emotional needs who would appreciate a card. A card will be placed on the table at the front of the sanctuary for all to sign. Your signatures are priceless. Would you like to be included in the prayer chain? Please let Jeannette know your address so I can send you the prayer requests. Thanks for sharing your prayer time with those who need you. jpapajcik@aol.com or call or in person. Prayer List Please review the Prayer List on page 3 and tell Pastor Brian if there are names to remove. BEAVER CHURCH Chatter 2

3 Prayer List Alex, age 5, has leukemia Angie Ed and Jenny s daughter Ann Pat Ferguson s friend Arthur genetic disease Ashley Brooks from Carolyn Aunt Johnetta, Alan s aunt Aunt Lillian Lisa Rauls Austin, Margaret Puckett s grandson M.D. Barbara Karen s mother-in-law cancer Betty Alice s stepmother Bob, Ryan & Virginia Shirley Nelson s relatives Bob Luka & Judy Cline Nelsons friends Brooks Hall Casey Brian and Amelia s friend Carolyn as reported by Pat Ferguson Cathy & Crystal Shirley s friends Catherine & Janice Jean s cousins Charley & Shirley Martha s friends Chris Alice s concern Crystal, kidney transplant Shirley s concern Dave & Dick Alan s cousins Debbie & Mary Pat Ferguson s relations Debbie Gloria s sister Dee Williams, Pat s friend Norman Cathy s cousin Donna knee replacement: from Shirley Eric Melton friend of Linda Racz Father Dave from Gloria Hurwitz Faye Tuttle Tom Raul s concern Gary & Steve Shirley Nelson s brothers Gene, Linda s friend Gloria Hurwitz, knee surgery Hayley, hip surgery Shirley s relative Heather & Mike & Vivian from Janice Saddler Heather Nelsons daughter Jean Harshman cracked femur Jennie Shirley Nelson Jennifer Roger & Susan s daughter Jennifer, brain tumor Pat s friend Jessica & Joe reported by Pat Ferguson Jim Johnson/Jim Maloney Alan Nelson Joe Foreman John Lyden s friend Joan Roger s sister John Hicks Cathy Mille John Jordan Pastor Brian John Alan s friend Josh Shirley s nephew Karen reported by Carol Landing Kenny Martha s friend Kim Lori s friend Kristin from Jeannette Kyle Nelsons son Layla Penrods great-granddaughter Leah Lori s friend Lindsey L Logan child undergoing surgery Maddie & Meg from Gail Matthew Vi s grandson Mary Clausing Mary Rose from Susan Saddler Nancy Alice s step-sister Pixie Karen Barger s cousin Regina Young Gail s friend Robert Melissa s co-worker Ron Connelly Shirley s friend Ruthie s husband from BeBe Ryan Jameson Jacksons grandson Sally Landrum Sandra, Larry & Tony Linda Racz Scott Miller John Lyden s nephew Sheila Salcedo Penrods daughter Shelby Rice Stephen Young Penrod Susie MS Shirley s friend Steve ALS Bob Willhelm s friend Steven Young diabetes Ted Dolkowski Terri Clapp Alice s friend Tim Tom Rauls brother Todd Linda s nephew Tom & Nancy Grant Tommy, heart attack from Alan Vivian 2 yr old with tumor Vivian & Karen, nursing home Wendy Pat Ferguson s friend Valerie friend of Susan Saddler Yvonne and Jane Linda s friends The names on the prayer list will remain for two or three months or until the crisis has passed. Then they ll be removed to make room for others needs. Please let Jeannette know if the person still needs prayer. BEAVER CHURCH Chatter 3

4 Church Service List January 6 Communion January 13 Isaiah 60:1-6 Matthew 2:1-12 Isaiah 43:1-7 Luke 3:15-17, Kristine Petrick Dean Severtson Carolyn Conner Jodi Sperber, in honor of Arlene Velliquette s birthday Melissa Baumbarger Gail & Stuart Wells, in honor of their 60th anniversary January 20 January 27 Isaiah 62:1-5 John 2:1-11 Psalm 19 Luke 4:14-21 Pat Ferguson Roger & Susan Saddler Pat Ferguson Mindy Severtson Tobias family, in honor of Lori Wieland s birthday. Mark & Pat Freeze, in honor of their 25th anniversary. Stewardship Record Date Offering Attendance November 25 $ December 2 $ December 9 $ December 16 $ December 23 $ BEAVER CHURCH Chatter 4

5 Church News and Events (Pastor s Peace Continued) That event has occurred and now the real work begins. Christmas is not about celebrating on December 25 th, and then putting away the ornaments on December 26 th ; it is about thinking about what Christ has called us to do on December 26 th and on every day of our lives. Christ calls us to believe, to share the faith, and to let our faith guide our actions so that we work to create a better world, a new earth. Go forth then in faith and lean into the winds of despair and divisiveness that threaten to tear us apart. Lean in with hope, joy, peace, and love, especially love. Go forth and follow the commands of our king the Christ child, the incarnation of God, our strength and our salvation. Peace & Merry Christmas, Pastor Brian Gail & Stuart s New Year s Breakfast, January 1 st 9:00 am Gail & Stuart Wells would like to invite the members and friends of Beaver UCC to their annual New Year's Day Brunch. We will be serving pancakes and a variety of food from 9:00 am until noon. Our address is: 2544 Greenside Drive; Beavercreek, OH Phone: (937) Annual 12 th Night Party at Pastor Brian s House Amelia and I would like to invite the church to come to our home on the evening of Saturday, January 5 th for our traditional 12 th night party. For those who are not familiar, the eve of Epiphany was traditionally celebrated with a big feast and party. We will be having such a party at our house starting at 7:00PM till 9:00PM. We will have cake, wassail, and other traditional 12 th night things to nosh on. Bring something to drink or something sweet to share if you wish. Our address is 236 Green St. Dayton, OH It should be a good time, and, who knows, maybe you will be crowned king or queen. Christmas Blessings, Pastor Brian and Amelia BUCC Ladies Night, January 11 th Friday evening at 6:00 pm on January 11 th, join us for our next Ladies Night. Please bring donations of mittens, scarves, and/or hats for distribution in Xenia. We will have a game night. BEAVER CHURCH Chatter 5

6 Church News and Events Sunday School Starting: January 13 th Our middle and older children s Sunday school classes have been on a winter break while the nursery has continued to meet. We will have the two classes that have been on break start back up on January 13 th ANNUAL MEETING Our 2019 annual congregation meeting will be held on Sunday, January 20 th, after worship, with a carry-in dinner. We will reminisce about activities that occurred in 2018, vote on the budget for 2019, and on the slate of incoming consistory members. Your presence is needed, and your opinions matter. This is your chance to voice your concerns or to give praise for a job well done. It will also be our monthly 3 rd Sunday carry-in on the 20 th, so please bring a dish to share if you can. Save the date, see you on January 20 th Envelopes Are Here For those that would like donation envelopes, there are new ones for 2019 at the rear of the church near the flower chart and stairs. If you cannot get to church and would like the church to send you envelopes, please contact Pastor Brian at or pastorbrian@beaverucc.org and he will arrange for you to get your envelopes. OLD NEWS FROM THE XENIA GAZETTE January 3, 1941 Sunday School 9 am. Emerson Tobias, Superintendent Church Service 10 am. Our Counselor Please note that these services are one hour earlier than heretofore. The annual meeting and congregational dinner of Beaver congregation will be held Friday evening, 6:30 pm. January 31, 1941 A playlet on Prayers was presented by seven members of the Women s Missionary Society of Beaver Reformed Church at the home of Mrs. Grant Miller, Trebein, Thursday afternoon. Those taking part were Mrs. A. C. Renoll, Miss Jessie Miller, Mrs. C. A. Jacobs, Mrs. L. E. Stewart, Miss Elizabeth Ankeney, Mrs. Grant Miller and Mrs. Raymond Tobias. Mrs. Renoll was program chairman, assisted by Misses Rachel and Nelle Ankeney. Mrs. P. H. Flynn conducted devotions and articles were read by Miss Jessie Miller and Miss Elizabeth Ankeney. Mrs. Lewis Stewart, president, spoke briefly on membership and reports were submitted by Mrs. Flynn, literature secretary and Miss Rachel Ankeney, college secretary. Rev. A. C. Renoll was a guest. The February meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Edwin Fair. BEAVER CHURCH Chatter 6

7 January 2019 Beaver United Church of Christ 1960 Dayton Xenia Rd. Beavercreek, OH Pastor Brian Eastman CHILD CARE is available during worship services for ages infant to kindergarten. Sunday Monday Tuesday Weds. Thursday Friday Saturday Happy Anniversary to: 1/4 Tom & Lisa Rauls; 1/13 Roger & Susan Saddler; Gail & Stuart Wells. 6 Epiphany 11:45 Fellowship 12:15 Choir AA 8 pm 13 9:30 Bible Stu. 11:45 Fellowship 12:15 Choir A.A. 8 pm 1 New Years Day 9 am Brunch@ Gail & Stuart s :30 pm Planning Committee 17 4 Please bring Food Bank donations Sunday 11 6 pm Ladies Night 5 7 pm Twelfth Night Brian & Amelia s Beaver Church is wheelchair accessible with elevators. We also have sound devices for those with hearing impairments. 20 9:30 Bible Stu. 11:45 Carry-In 12:30 Annual Mtg. A.A. 8 pm 27 9:30 Bible Stu. 11:45 Fellowship 12:15 Choir A.A. 8 pm 21 Martin Luther King Jr. Day pm Consistory Share a smile with a stranger today. Please ask any time Happy and Blessed Birthday to: 1/2 Help someone in need today. Brent Giffen & Mindy Severtson; 1/4 Angie Puckett; 1/5 Elizabeth Ballard; 1/20 Gina Yarber; 1/22 Pat Freeze & Austin Puckett; 1/23 Lori Wieland; 1/24 Tom Maloney; 1/25 Ted Dolkowski; 1/26 Anne Kulander; 1/27 Jenny Rauch; 1/29 Austin Mundey. BEAVER CHURCH Chatter 7