Weekly Bulletin July 20, 2016

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1 910 E. Third St., Ottawa, OH Telephone: / Fax: nwplains@wocumc.org Website: IN THIS ISSUE NWP Golf Outing Lay Servant Training Opportunities Weekly Prayer NWP Mission Trip Emmaus Local Church & Community Events West Ohio Connection and Beyond Resources Classifieds Northwest Plains District Website West Ohio UMC Website West Ohio You Tube Lay Ministry The United Methodist Church United Methodist VIM United Methodist Women Church World Service Rethink Church Find A Church MissionInsite UMCom Tech Shop Church Communications Training UMCOR S YouTube Friendly Center, Toledo Bread for the World Society of St. Andrew Stop Hunger Now Upper Room Dailey Devotional Weekly Bulletin July 20, 2016 NORTHWEST PLAINS DISTRICT GOLF OUTING CLERGY, SPOUSES AND LAITY INVITED MONDAY, AUGUST 1, County Road H, Ottawa, OH map SHOTGUN START 9:00 AM SCRAMBLE FORMAT 4 PERSON TEAMS PICK OR BE PUT ON A TEAM $30.00 per golfer includes: 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch and prizes The meal includes hamburgers and brats, relish tray, potato salad, macaroni salad, baked beans, chips, cookies and lemonade/ water. Prizes will be awarded after the meal! Hole prizes include: longest & shortest drive, longest putts, closest to the pin on the par threes, lowest team and highest team score. There will also be an award for best church golfers if you bring a team. Call Tom Graves or the district office for registration information. Lay Servant Ministry Classes Lay Servant Ministries is one of the most significant lay leadership development programs available within the United Methodist connection. Through this system of equipping and empowering, lay servants have the opportunity to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ who then go and make other disciples. The Northwest Plains District Lay Servant Ministries Team is offering two courses that can help you serve in your local church and inspire you to a deeper commitment to Christ and more effective discipleship - Nursing Home Ministry led by Rev. Robert Jarboe and Children s/youth Ministry led by Rev. Donna Montgomery and Mr. Rocky Riddle. Date: Saturday, August 20, 2016 Time: 8:30am-4:30pm Location: Trinity UMC, 137 N. Platt St., Ottawa map Cost: $40 for lunch and training materials Registration: Online registration

2 Gracious God, Forgive us for the division in our world. We would rather judge someone as other rather than get to know their story and realize what we might have in common. We spend our time condemning or defending rather than forgiving and loving. We confess this is true when it comes to race, to gender, to age, to economic situation, to sexual orientation, to theological differences, to political leanings. Forgive us, O God, for being known by what we are against rather than who we are for. While we strive to live by our convictions, remind us that all are your beloved children, made in your precious image. Guide us to be respectful even as we disagree. Guide us to reach out in ministry with our neighbors who are different. Guide us to continue to make disciples and be disciples who are known by your grace. Amen. Let us remember in prayer those grieving the loss of their loved one, and remember in thanksgiving the life and ministry of: Reverend Nancy Lou Newton Ratz, 73, passed away peacefully at her Springfield Township residence on July 12, She was an ordained elder in The United Methodist Church and a member of The Cincinnati Carvers Guild. Nancy served the West Ohio Conference United Methodist Churches of Seven Mile Charge, Pasco-Pemberton, Lindsey Trinity, Green Camp and Eden Chapel. She is survived by her three children, Lisa Shaffer, George Ratz III (Jennifer) & Kristen Yancey (Brian), by her grandchildren, Christopher, Nicholas, Thomas Jr. (Melissa), Rebecca, Logan, Ethan, Adam, Scott (Gabi), Dylan and Aaron, by her great grandchildren, Dillen, Conner, Brayden and Amelia. Memorial service will be held Saturday, July 23, 10:30 AM at the Presbyterian Church of Hamilton, 23 South Front St, Hamilton, Ohio with lunch following the service. Parking is available at the 23 Court Street lot. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family, c/o Kristen Yancey, 1209 Cadillac Drive, Hamilton, Ohio

3 Northwest Plains District UMC Fall Mission Trip Midwest Mission Distribution Center Chatham, Illinois Always thought you d like to go on a mission trip but felt you can t do the heavy work? Well join us now and you will find you can help! Some of the tasks include: working on mailings, sewing, assembling school bags, flood buckets, layette kits, bedding packs and medical supplies. Repairing bicycles, sewing machines, and lawn mowers. Building and varnishing school desks and other small jobs. Registration with a $50 deposit will hold a spot for you. Please send registration and deposit to the district office no later than October 1, Balance is due by October 15, Make check payable to: Northwest Plains District UMC Mail to: Northwest Plains District UMC 910 E. Third Street, Ottawa, OH SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2016 THRU FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2016 COST: $200 PER PERSON ($150 for food and lodging plus $50 donation to help cover the cost of materials we will be using.) Lodging will be in a heated/air conditioned, handicap accessible dormitory with two people per room. You will need to bring bed linens, towels, and toiletries. There are bunk beds in each room, however we usually use only the lower bunks. However, if you would use a top bunk we would be able to allow for more than 16 participants. If you are a camper with an RV, there is full hook-up available. Mission Trip Registration Midwest Mission Distribution Center November 6-11, 2016 Name(s) Questions: Contact: Phyllis Bidlack Phone: gladacrefarm@juno.com Church Address Phone Deposit Enclosed $

4 Emmaus Events Findlay Emmaus Gathering (always the third Tuesday) Sidney Emmaus Gathering (always the second Tuesday) Tuesday, August 16, 7 pm Tuesday, August 9, 7 pm St Marks UMC First UMC 800 S. Main St., Findlay 230 E. Poplar St., Sidney Emmaus Walks ~ A Journey with Christ While they were talking and discussing. Jesus himself came near and walked with them. - Luke 24:15 A program of the Upper Room division of the General Board Discipleship which calls forth and renews Christian discipleship. The Walk to Emmaus is a three-day experience, a highly structured weekend, which takes a New Testament look at Christianity as a life-style. The program is designed to strengthen and renew the faith of Christian people and through them their families, congregations, and the world. Findlay Emmaus St. Marks UMC, Findlay, OH Women's Walks Dates Women's Walk #99 October 6-9, 2016 Men's Walks Dates Men's Walk #75 November 3-6, 2016 Sidney Emmaus First UMC, Sidney, OH Women s Walks Dates Women s Walk #70 October 13-16, 2016 Men s Walks Dates Men s Walk #65 August 4-7, 2016 Men s Walk #66 November 3-6, 2016 Chrysalis St. Andrew s UMC, Findlay Boys Flight #46 July 22-24, 2016 Greene Street UMC, Piqua Boys Flight #62 July 29-31, 2016 Bryan Emmaus Wesley UMC, Bryan, OH Women s Walks Dates Women s Walk #87 November 10-13, 2016 Men s Walks Dates Men s Walk #70 October 13-16, 2016

5 LOCAL CHURCH AND COMMUNITY EVENTS Lifetree Café Explores True Beauty map People s perceptions of beauty will be considered at Lifetree Café on Thursday, July 28, 2016 from 7-8 pm. The program titled: True Beauty: Is it Really Only Skin Deep? features a filmed interview with MeLisa Mounsey, a woman who survived an incident that burned over 95 percent of her body. During the interview, Mounsey recalls the painful event. I can still see it in my mind s eye today, Mounsey says. Gasoline dripped off my little finger, the next moment there was a loud whoosh, and I was engulfed in flames. Later in the episode, Mounsey explains the challenges she s faced in learning to accept herself and how the incident has shaped her view of beauty. Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Lifetree Café is located in The Bachwell Center for Music and Dance at 116 N. Washington Street, Van Wert, Ohio Please enter the handicap accessible entrance on Court Street. Parking is available in the courthouse lots. Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to First United Methodist Church at or firstchurch@wcoil.com. Lifetree discussion for Thursday, August 4: Hope for Gangs. Surprising stories from the Bloods and Crips. Vacation Bible School: Cave Quest You are invited to a week of FUN! Westside UMC, 604 Gloria Dr., Lima map July 24-28, :00 pm - 8:30 pm 4 yrs old - 6th grade Register Harpster UMC Ice Cream Social Wednesday, July 27 4:30-6:30 PM Menu includes: sandwiches, noodles, salads, desserts, and ice cream. Come and Enjoy! Harpster UMC is located at Cherokee St., Harpster. map Clothing Give Away North Creek UMC Saturday, August 13, 9am to 11am North Creek UMC is located at Road B-13, North Creek. map Any questions please contact Pastor Rick Noggle at Star Wars Movie Marathon Saturday, July 30 Westside UMC, 604 Gloria Dr., Lima map Starting at 11:00 am in the Family Life Center. No admission charge. Free will donation for hotdogs, chips, fruit, cookies, popcorn. Best Star Wars Costume Contest For more information please phone (weekdays: 8:30 am-noon).

6 LOCAL CHURCH AND COMMUNITY EVENTS map The Pandora United Methodist Church map will be hosting a FREE Community Meal on Wednesday, July 27, 5:30-7:00 pm. in the church fellowship hall, 108 E. Washington Street, Pandora. The meal this month is provided by Hilty Home. The menu is chicken croissant sandwich, potato salad, baked beans, potato chips, strawberry shortcake, coffee/punch. West Unity UMC Ice Cream Social Thursday, August 4 11 am-6 pm 311 N. Liberty St., West Unity map West Unity UMC s Ice Cream Social will once again be held on the Thursday of the famous Route 127 Yard Sale that passes through West Unity. This event is sponsored by the United Methodist Women with the help and support of the entire church. Everyone is welcome to Anthem Quartet Farmer & Ney UMCs are hosting the quartet, "Anthem" from Kentucky Mountain Bible College on Sunday, July 31. The combined Farmer & Ney UMC service will be at the Ney Park at 10:00 am and will be followed by a pot luck lunch and games for the kids. map It s time to mark your calendars for this year's Route 127 Yard Sale, August 4-7. Check out the website, com, for all the info you could ever need about The World's Longest Yard Sale.

7 LOCAL CHURCH AND COMMUNITY EVENTS First United Methodist Youth Launches Shoe Collection Shoe donations will also support micro-enterprises in developing nations and reduce what goes into landfills. Van Wert First UMC is conducting a shoe collection drive now until July 31 to raise funds for local youth missions. First Church youth will earn funds based on the number of pairs collected as Funds2Orgs will purchase all of the donated goods. Those dollars will benefit our community as the youth will do mission work right here in Van Wert. Anyone can help by donating gently worn, used or new shoes at First United Methodist Church, 113 W. Central Ave., Van Wert. map All donated shoes will then be redistributed throughout the Funds2Orgs network of microenterprise partners in developing nations. Funds2Orgs helps impoverished people start, maintain and grow businesses in countries such as Haiti, Honduras and other nations in Central America and Africa. Proceeds from the shoe sales are used to feed, clothe and house their families. Music in the Park Sunday, July 31, 11 am-4 pm Westminster Park, 6828 Faulkner Rd., Westminster map Featured artists: March Schultz, The talleys, sojourner Quartet, Scott Stimmel and Arnold Coy Community Worship is at 11:00 am Musical talent and kiddie rides 12:00 pm through 4:00 pm Food service begins at Noon. Worship in Trinity Park Sunday, August 21, 10:30 am At Trinity Park, West Market St., Lima map Waynestock Free Christian Concert August 20 begins at 2:00 pm Skip Baughman Stadium, St. Marys map Featuring: Unspoken, About A Mile, Jordan Feliz, Lori Triplett, City of Bright, St. Paul s Sunday School Band, and AWAKEN Band. A free-will donation will be accepted at the concert. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, sunscreen, and friends! Food stands available.

8 WEST OHIO CONNECTION AND BEYOND Clergy Day Apart Life Together: Living the Covenant October 5 Watch for details and registration information in August. New women bishops make history LAKE JUNALUSKA, N.C. (UMNS) Even as bishop elections were ongoing, The United Methodist Church already was making history this year electing the most women in any new class of bishops in this denomination or its predecessor bodies. All told, delegates elected seven women, four of whom are African American. Heather Hahn reports. Read more Women in the Southeastern Jurisdiction pray for Bishopselect Sue Haupert-Johnson (in green-and-blue) and Sharma Lewis (in yellow-and-white) a day before their consecration. United Methodists already have elected a record number of women bishops this year. Read press release To learn more about online certification To sign up for the Holy Land Tour Two new opportunities for church secretaries NASHVILLE, Tenn. (UMNS) The United Methodist Church s finance agency and professional association for church secretaries are offering administrative workers new opportunities for continuing education and travel. One is an online certification class for the Professional Association of United Methodist Church Secretaries. The other is a discounted eight-day Holy Land tour beginning January 31, 2017, offered through Educational Opportunities.

9 RESOURCES Psalm 121: A Prayer for Travelers Whether traveling overseas or around the corner, starting a new job or a new family, we embark on all kinds of journeys. Life itself can be a long and winding road, but as Christians, a life dedicated to God is not one defined by standing still, and our faith assures us that we will never travel that road alone. READ MORE Safe Sanctuaries Safe Sanctuaries is an overt expression in making congregations safe places where children, youth, and elders may experience the abiding love of God and fellowship within the community of faith. READ MORE Scholarship Funds Visit these UMC-related sites to access information and applications for available scholarship funds. Eligibility requirements and award amounts vary. CLICK HERE Digital Advertising Grants United Methodist Communications is now offering Digital Advertising Grants to local United Methodist churches. This brand-new opportunity will help raise awareness of churches in their community by means of online digital advertising. United Methodist Communications will provide ads that honor the United Methodist brand, while advertising the local church. These ads will be purchased and placed for the churches by United Methodist Communications and is not a monetary grant. CLICK HERE

10 Seeking Director of Music St. Paul s United Methodist Church of Defiance, Ohio is seeking a Director of Music. Specific responsibilities would include being song/worship leader at both the 8:45 am and 11:00 am services; directing the adult chancel choir at 11:00 am from September May; and developing, growing and leading a worship band. If enough persons are interested, our hope is also to reinvigorate our children s, youth and bell choirs. The ideal candidate will have a quality voice appropriate for a song leader, skills in conducting, and keyboard and/or guitar skills. (The ability to play the pipe organ, while not required, will be considered a plus and be a means for additional compensation for weddings, funerals, subbing, etc.) This position is now considered part-time, with the goal of developing into a full-time position with benefits. Also, St. Paul s is open to being flexible in adjusting these responsibilities to suit the ideal candidate s qualifications and time constraints. For a complete job description please contact St. Paul s church office at or spumcdefiancemusic@gmail.com. Submit resume by to spumcdefiancemusic@gmail.com. Use this for additional questions. Seeking Director of Music Ministries Kenton First United Methodist Church, in Kenton, Ohio, is seeking a part-time Director of Music Ministries. The Director will work with the senior pastor and worship teams to oversee all music ministries of the church. The Director will direct the choir in the traditional worship service, and oversee music ministries such as the bell choir and praise team. The ideal candidate will also provide piano and organ accompaniment in the traditional worship service. The successful candidate will have a deep faith commitment to Jesus Christ and passion for music. Please send expressions of interest and a resume to Kenton First United Methodist Church, 234 N Main Street, Kenton, Ohio 43326, or to kentonfirst@gmail.com with Director of Music Ministry in the subject line. Wanted Alger First UMC is looking for 5-6 long tables and folding chairs for our new Community Outreach Center. If anyone has any they'd like to donate, contact Tom & Sharon Crowe at Do you have news or something interesting to share? Know of anyone who would like to be added to our Weekly Bulletin list? Contact Deb via deblee@wocumc.org or call When ing the district staff, please use the addresses listed below: Rev. Barry Burns, District Superintendent: bburns@wocumc.org Rev. Amy Haines, Assistant to the DS: ahaines@wocumc.org Debra Lee, Office Administrator: deblee@wocumc.org Sandy Pergram, Administrative Assistant: spergram@wocumc.org