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T h e C O N N E C T I O N f r o m C h r i s t U n i t e d M e t h o d i s t C h u r c h F e b r u a r y 2 0 1 4 Open Hearts. Open Minds. Open Doors.

The apostles continued to bear powerful witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and an abundance of grace was at work among them all. Acts 4:32-33 We re all in this together!

1 T h e C O N N E C T I O N f r o m C h r i s t U n i t e d M e t h o d i s t C h u r c h F e b r u a r y Open Hearts. Open Minds. Open Doors. Journeys with Jean The community of believers was one in heart and mind. None of them would say, This is mine! about any of their possessions, but held everything in common. The apostles continued to bear powerful witness to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and an abundance of grace was at work among them all. Acts 4:32-33 We re all in this together! How many times have you heard this phrase? It seems to come up often when there are problems to be solved, or burdens to be shared, or challenges to be faced. We ve said it here at Christ UMC on any number of occasions! But we sometimes forget to say We re all in this together when there are accomplishments to be celebrated. So I would like to highlight a recent accomplishment of our church even though on the surface it may not appear to be worthy of celebration. Church Finances. We finished 2013 in better shape than we have for a number of years. Here are the figures: General/Operating Fund Income $748, Expenses $760, Deficit $-12, Building/Mortgage Fund Income $156, Mortgage Pmts $174, Deficit $-17, So why should we celebrate ending the year in the red? (1) Because we are blessed with some reserve funds that covered our deficit. (2) Because it is a LOT less red ink than we ve had in a number of years! In fact, just a short time ago our church had a budgeted deficit that was $149,000! While we would love to be totally balanced or even running a surplus we can all be very proud of what God has accomplished through our willing hearts and generosity. I want you to use one hand to pat yourselves on the back.and raise the other hand in praise and gratitude for all that God is doing among us. Then bring those hands together in prayer for God to continue to lead us into a strong and healthy future. Yours in Christ s love, Pastor Jean

Page 2 Pat s Ponderings Editor s note: Need a Fast Break? Join us for a night out! I need a break, don t you?

You are probably feeling a little overwhelmed by life and stuff, like me, and could use a break! How about just that, a night out with friends for a fun time?

Children will have programming at the church from 6:30pm to 9:00pm including dinner for your young ones. Teenagers will have programming too!

We are going to have a great time and hope you will join in the fun! When? Friday, February 21 st from 6:30pm to 9:00pm. Meet at Christ Church North parking lot.

2 Page 2 Pat s Ponderings Editor s note: Need a Fast Break? Join us for a night out! I need a break, don t you? I mean really when was the last time you took a time out from everything and had a fun night? Do you have children? Then the answer is probably never! Got a life? Then the answer is probably, never! You are probably feeling a little overwhelmed by life and stuff, like me, and could use a break! How about just that, a night out with friends for a fun time? Friday, February 21 st Christ Church will be hosting another Parents night out, Fast Break evening for all! Children will have programming at the church from 6:30pm to 9:00pm including dinner for your young ones. Teenagers will have programming too! This leaves the adults available to go out and have fun, bowling! We will have reserved lanes and special pricing for shoes rentals! We are going to have a great time and hope you will join in the fun! When? Friday, February 21 st from 6:30pm to 9:00pm. Meet at Christ Church North parking lot. Child care available (donations go to support the program) and reservations must be made. Bowling $10 per person for bowling. There will be a menu and beverages available. RSVP today to make certain we save you a spot! Pastor- Pat.ChristUMC.SLC@gmail.com or call and get signed up today. Pastor Pat Yes, that is the same dog only one month later! If you have yet to meet Ranger, you are missing out! He is in training to be a therapy dog. Come by during the week and say hi to this very sweet dog. (or is it a horse?) Our newest exhibit is installed in the CUMC art gallery, in the hallway by the Chapel. This exhibit features the paintings of Helen Nix and Judy Maryon, both CUMC members. Judy's work is all watercolor and Helen uses acrylic, oil, and watercolor. CUMC is grateful to them for sharing their beautiful art. The Solar Panel Sub Committee is looking for new members. If you are interested, contact Andrew Lengyl at

3 United Methodist Women Page 3 DEBORAH CIRCLE: Thursday, February 20th, 9:30am. EVENING KNITTING GROUP: Meets the third Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00pm in the Parlor. Knitting and crocheting lessons from 6:30 to 7:00pm. Please join us and bring a friend! Questions? Call Donna Thomas at HANNAH CIRCLE: Friday, February 14th at UMCOR. All ages are welcome. Contact: Diane Minerich dianeminerich@comcast.net LYDIA CIRCLE: We will meet for brunch Saturday, February 8th at 10:00am at Marie Callenders 1109 E 3900 S. RSVP Lorraine Lakey MARTHA CIRCLE: Tuesday, February 11th, 7:00pm. Program by Mary Ann Allison. RUTH CIRCLE: Thursday, February 13th, 11:00 am Bring a sack lunch. WOMEN S BOOK CLUB: February 24 th, 1:00pm, in the Parlor. Hannah Coulter, by Wendell Berry WITTY KNITTERS: Monday, February 10th, 1:30pm in the Parlor. We will knit and crochet prayer shawls. THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, February 27th at 10:00am. Save the Date! Saturday, April 5 th UMCOR Work Day for the Ladies of CUMC Watch for the details in the March Connection FEBRUARY GENERAL MEETING ALL WOMEN OF THE CHURCH ARE INVITED TO ATTEND! Thursday, February 6th at Noon.. The program will be Call to Prayer and Self Denial, Reading Program Review. The cost will be $1.50. Bring a sandwich, drinks are provided. Contact Gina Williams if you need childcare (chuckgina1@comcast.net)

Page 4 Children s Ministries Workshop Leaders needed for Sundays @ 10:30 am We are in need

We provide the curriculum, you provide a little time and fun!

April 27 th May 18 th Peacemakers: Video leader If you would be interested in any of these

Annual Pax Cakes Dinner March 4 th Start your Lenten season with your church family and

dinner on Tuesday, March 4th at 6:30 pm. Dinner is free and includes pancakes & sausage.

Please bring your own spatulas for the races.

entry fee. Bring your friends and neighbors. Sunday Mornings at CUMC for Kids!

At each worship service there is a children s time early in the service where all children

Afterwards the children are escorted off to their special programming.

and fun for ages 3 years 6 th grade) At 10:30 am Buzz Sunday School for ages 3 & 4 years in

4 Page 4 Children s Ministries Workshop Leaders needed for 10:30 am We are in need of a few workshop leaders for our Miracle Mountain Sunday School for the spring. We provide the curriculum, you provide a little time and fun! Our openings are: March 30 th April 20 th Easter: Peter s Story: Video and Games leaders April 27 th May 18 th Peacemakers: Video leader If you would be interested in any of these spots, please contact Vanitta Conrad, DCE at or at Vanitta.conrad@gmail.com. Annual Pax Cakes Dinner March 4 th Start your Lenten season with your church family and enjoy learning more about why we celebrate Lent by joining us for our annual Pax Cakes dinner on Tuesday, March 4th at 6:30 pm. Dinner is free and includes pancakes & sausage. We ll follow that with Bingo and of course, those fun pancake races! Please bring your own spatulas for the races. We are asking everyone to bring some canned food for the Crossroads Food Pantry as your entry fee. Bring your friends and neighbors. Sunday Mornings at CUMC for Kids! We have lots of options for your children at CUMC. At each worship service there is a children s time early in the service where all children are invited to join our pastors up front for a sharing moment. Afterwards the children are escorted off to their special programming. At 9:00 am Praise Mountain Children s Church in Room 201 (A special time of music, learning and fun for ages 3 years 6 th grade) At 10:30 am Buzz Sunday School for ages 3 & 4 years in Room 103 Miracle Mountain Sunday School for ages Kindergarten 6 th grade that begins in room 201. (A rotational format where children experience the Bible story in different stations each week.) At 11:30 am Chorister s Children s Choir for ages Kindergarten 6 th grade in the Chapel (Room 100) Nursery care is available for ages 0-2+ years in Room 102 from 8:45 am to 11:30 am. Please pick up your children promptly after each worship service. Vanitta Conrad, DCE, ext. 12 or Vanitta.conrad@gmail.com.

Page 5 Adult Education Opportunities Come join any of these groups: Sunday Mornings: Life & Times Lively discussions and lectures about powerful contemporary issues.

5 Page 5 Adult Education Opportunities Come join any of these groups: Sunday Mornings: Life & Times Lively discussions and lectures about powerful contemporary issues. Room 101, 9:00am Coming Soon: Comparative Religion offers you an opportunity to gain a solid grasp of the key ideas of religion itself the issues that repeatedly surface when you look at any faith's beliefs, practices, and organization. Using five major religions Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism as illustrations of how religions can address the same core issues in parallel and different ways, award-winning Professor Charles Kimball of the University of Oklahoma leads you on an exploration of religion's complex and multidimensional nature. Wesleyan Group Book Studies covering a wide range of topics. Parlor, 9:00 am. Beginning Sunday, Feb. 2nd, the Wesleyan Class will begin a review and study of "When Jesus Came to Harvard-- Making Moral Choices Today". The author, Harvey Cox, is professor of theology at Harvard Divinity School. Over the 15 years that Cox taught his Harvard undergraduate class, "Jesus and the Moral Life" the course grew so popular that the lectures had to be taught in a theatre usually reserved for rock concerts. The overwhelming response was a clear signal of the hunger for guidance in today's confusing world, where moral guidelines seem to shift daily. How can we ask "What would Jesus do?" when Jesus never had to cope with an unintended pregnancy, or confront a teenager about drug use, or decide whether to put an ailing parent in a retirement home? Cox brings the moral wisdom of Rabbi Jesus into the 21st century by way of the questions and arguments and doubts of centuries of rabbinic and Christian theology as well as the voices of thousands of Harvard students who attended his course over the years. Cox shows how we can extrapolate from Jesus parables and bridge the gap between the ancient and modern worlds. All are welcome. Bible Exploration The Way: Walking in the Footsteps of Jesus Journey with Adam Hamilton as he takes a fascinating look at the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Room 207, 10:30am. Other Opportunities: Bagel Boys Early morning study of journeys in faith currently studying The 50 commands of Christ. Wednesday mornings in the Parlor, 7:30 am. Wednesday Morning Group A study group exploring the Bible and facets of our faith. Wednesday mornings in the Parlor, 9:30 am. Spirits & Spirituality A monthly Sunday evening gathering for men with varied topics and good fun. Yoga For all. Helps reduce stress and ease your spirit. Thursdays in Room 101, 4:30 pm. Check out our website for more information about any of these groups.

illness. We are still recruiting sponsors and door prize donations. Please contact Gina Williams, 801-230-5388 (chuckgina1@comcast.net) if you can help out.

6 Page 6 The 9 th Annual Running for Relief 5K and Kid s Fun Run will be Saturday, April 12. Registration will open February 1 st! All proceeds will benefit UMCOR, The Wounded Warrior Project, and HopeKids, an organization that provides ongoing events & activities for families who have a kid with cancer or other life-threatening illness. We are still recruiting sponsors and door prize donations. Please contact Gina Williams, (chuckgina1@comcast.net) if you can help out. For more information about the Roadshow, getting tickets or carpooling, contact Jon Lea or , jontlea@gmail.com Reconciling Ministries Network: Creating space at the table for all God s children. Mobilizing United Methodists of all sexual orientations and gender identities to transform our Church and world into the full expression of Christ s inclusive love.

Page 7 Sandwich Service Project. February 8th: Girl Scouts March 8th: Tongan Methodist Church, Youth Group SAVE THE DATE.

Miscellaneous Items: Hats and gloves Save the Date! United Methodist Faith Day on the Hill is set for February 11th.

The schedule for the day is as follows: Tuesday, March 18, 2014 4:00-8:00 p.m. PLEASE COMMIT EARLY by signing up with Phyllis Hunt at stevephyllispat@gmail.

7 Page 7 Sandwich Service Project. February 8th: Girl Scouts March 8th: Tongan Methodist Church, Youth Group SAVE THE DATE... FOR OUR NEXT BLOOD DRIVE BY THE RED CROSS FOOD OF THE MONTH: Canned fruit CLOTHING OF THE MONTH: Blankets, sleeping bags, long pants for Men and Boys and jackets. Miscellaneous Items: Hats and gloves Save the Date! United Methodist Faith Day on the Hill is set for February 11th. All local denominations are assigned a day to observe the Legislature during their meetings at the State Capital. you can attend on any of the Faith Days if you can't go on the assigned day. The schedule for the day is as follows: Tuesday, March 18, :00-8:00 p.m. PLEASE COMMIT EARLY by signing up with Phyllis Hunt at stevephyllispat@gmail.com or Please notice the change of days and times! Since we are no longer able to schedule blood drives for Sunday mornings, we are asking for your support for this new schedule. Please give the gift of Life! 9:00-10:00am: Meet in the Copper Room to learn about the issues of the day, and find out who your house and senate representatives are and prepare you to speak with them about the issues of the day. 10:00am-12:00pm: Meet your legislators in the Capitol and work on the 'bill of the day.' CORC will have assistants there to help first time participants 12:00pm: Lunch and fellowship for those who can stay. 12:30-2:00pm: Caucus lunches that you may attend. For further details, contact Molly Williams [mailto:molly@crossroads-u-c.org] or Linda Hilton linda@crossroadsurbancenter.org Coffee Hour Hosts February 2 Boy Scout Troop Scout Sunday All Boy Scouts 16 Cub Scout Pack Venture Crew 9410 March 2 Hospitality Committee 9 WBR Pancake Breakfast 16 Wesleyan Class 23 Church and Society 30 Bethel 7

Thanks to Sandy Neeld, George Husenits, Peachy Neeld, Katya Wahl, and Mikayla Six. Stephen Ministry Prayer Corner An Invitation to Christ Come, my Light, and illumine my darkness.

8 Page 8 Joys, Concerns and Thanks Deepest Condolences to Dayna Beckman and her family on the sudden death of her brother this week in California. Deepest Condolences to Jeff Norris and the family and friends of Rei Norris who died on January 2 nd. I want to express appreciation to all who raked the maple leaves that covered my yard in the fall. Thanks to Sandy Neeld, George Husenits, Peachy Neeld, Katya Wahl, and Mikayla Six. Stephen Ministry Prayer Corner An Invitation to Christ Come, my Light, and illumine my darkness. Come, my Life, and revive me from death. Come, my Physician, and heal my wounds. Come, Flame of divine love, and burn up the thorns of my sins, kindling my heart with the flame of thy love. Come, my King, sit upon the throne of my heart and reign there. For thou alone art my King and my Lord. Amen. Gratefully, Dorothy Haller Many heartfelt thanks to each member of our church family for their love, concern and support at the time of Bob's death. We thank you for the food (it was delicious), the phone calls, cards and notes and gifts to the Food Bank. All were very much appreciated. To Pastor Jean and Pastor Pat our special thanks for helping us through a most difficult time. Again our sincere thanks to all of you. Doris Fagley and family A Huge Thank You! Thank you to everyone who helped make January s cultural events such a success. Host homes for Golden Gates Russian Dancers Meal preparers for the dancers Prep work, publicity and set up for the dancers and for Bobby Jo Valentine All of you who attended and enjoyed these events Thank you all for your warm hospitality to our traveling performers, and for your love offering gifts which support both United Methodist World Missions and our Faith on Fire youth music program!

9 Page 9 the HYRC. THANK YOU to all who have so generously supported the Homeless Youth Resource Center during the past few months! Your financial contributions mean so much to the support of the VOA homeless youth assistance program, especially in light of the current lack of funding due to Federal budget cuts and grants being eliminated. As you can see from these "thank you" letters even small donations, when added together, make a big difference! THANK YOU also to all who have donated items from the Homeless Youth Resource Center Wish List. These items are much needed and much appreciated by all at Current much-needed items are: men s boxer briefs, women s underwear, warm socks, gloves & mittens, canned meals, snack foods, individual juice boxes, fleece blankets, and tarps, tents & sleeping bags. All items should be new with the exception of the tarps, tents, & sleeping bags. They could be gently used. Thank you! Many are receiving the love of God through the sharing of your gifts. Blessings, Coni Hampton, Church & Society Committee Friday, February 28 Saturday, March 1 CUMC Youth are participating in the annual 30-Hour Famine to raise money and awareness about world hunger. Participants seek out sponsors who offer financial support for World Vision an interdenominational charity that deals with hunger and famine in many different countries. We go without food for 30 hours (juice is consumed) and learn about the challenges of hunger and poverty through competitions, learning experiences and worship times. Youth grades 7-12 are invited to participate you can sign up using the link below. If you d like to offer financial support, you can also use the link below. Adults interested in volunteering to help with the event please contact Patsy Simons psimons1@live.com or Pastor Jean. Please pray for our young people and their adult leaders! Click here to view the team page for CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH If the text above does not appear as a clickable link, you can copy and paste this web address into your browser:

10 Page 10 YOUTH NEWS!!! 2 nd Annual Chili Bowl Fundraiser Sunday, February 11:30am in the Gym SET UP TIME: 9:00am in the Gym This is our MAIN FUNDRAISER for summer mission trips! We can use your help setting up tables, decorating the gym and preparing drinks, etc plus helping serve tastes of chili and selling tickets. IF YOU HELP WITH THIS FUNDRAISER, YOU WILL SUBSTANTIALLY REDUCE THE COST OF GOING ON SUMMER MISSION TRIP!! (Sr High Portland, OR; Jr High Pinecliff Camp) ***************************************************************************** Sunday, February 7:00 9:00pm (7:30pm for WBR kids) FIRST SECOND SUNDAY PIZZA NIGHT!!! We ll be having Pizza, Games, Announcements and Hanging Out Time. It s a chance to catch up with friends, get info about future youth events and of course EAT PIZZA! Come hear about the Youth Mission Trips, Spring Fling and more! ******************************************************************************* ******************************************************************************* YOUTH COUNCIL MEETING: Sunday, February 11:30am Youth Council members will meet in the Youth Room to make plans for future youth group meetings and special events. Bring all of your great ideas! Lunch provided. Sunday, February 16th: Meet at church at 5pm to attend the WORSHIP ROADSHOW which begins at 6:00pm at the Maverick Center. See page 6 for details.. Wednesday February 5:00pm. Re-bagging pet food at Patsy's 2958 S Ida Circle. Friday February 21st Deliver pet supplies to Palmer Court. Donations needed: leashes, collars, sweaters, dog & cat food and treats, dog & cat toys, cat litter, guinea pig food & bedding, and bird food. Sunday, February 11:30am 2:30pm: ROLLER SKATING at Hollywood Connection across from Maverick Center. Cost: $5/person Friday and Saturday February 28th and March 1st 30 Hour Famine. Adult volunteers needed. Contact Patsy for details. See details on page 9.

Page 11 Dear Alumni, Family & Friends of the Wesley Bell Ringers, We are happy to announce that the Memory Book is complete! To order, please go to wesleybells.org. All proceeds will benefit the WBR.

It is filled with memories & mementos from the first 50 years, including: -History & Timeline -Spirit, Symbols & Traditions -Reflections on the 50th Reunion -60+ pages of ringer-submitted memories

11 Page 11 Dear Alumni, Family & Friends of the Wesley Bell Ringers, We are happy to announce that the Memory Book is complete! To order, please go to wesleybells.org. All proceeds will benefit the WBR. The book is a soft-cover, full-color, labor-of-love reflection on all that makes the choir special. It is filled with memories & mementos from the first 50 years, including: -History & Timeline -Spirit, Symbols & Traditions -Reflections on the 50th Reunion -60+ pages of ringer-submitted memories -nearly 100 photos from the archives Diakonia - to serve with love. Youth Contact Information Pastor Jean: pastorjean.christumc.slc@gmail.com Patsy Simons, Youth Coordinator: , psimons1@live.com Jon Lea, Faith on Fire Director: or , jontlea@gmail.com Sarah Lea, Chorister Director: , sarahklea@gmail.com Jon Jolley, Tween Flicks: (Meets monthly on the 2nd Sunday) bjolley58@gmail.com

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12 2375 East 3300 South Salt Lake City, Utah Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No Salt Lake City, UT ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED F eb ru a ry Issue P ub l is hed Mo nthly Contact Information and Deadlines Sunday bulletin announcements: Wednesday Noon of each week to: christumc.secretary@gmail.com Weekly items: 10:00am Tuesday of each week to: news.cumc@gmail.com Newsletter articles: Noon on the 15th of each month to: news.cumc@gmail.com Pastor Jean Schwien: pastorjean.christumc.slc@gmail.com Pastor Pat Lewis: pastorpat.christumc.slc@gmail.com Child Care Coordinator: Barbara Jolley, Support Group for Caregivers: Contact Helen Nix, Families Anonymous: Call Bonnie at or or at rock@economics.utah.edu Inside this Edition of the Connection: Journeys with Jean Page 1 Pat s Ponderings 2 Art Gallery Update Solar Panel Committee United Methodist Women 3 Children s Ministries 4 Adult Study 5 Running for Relief 6 The Roadshow Outreach and Community 7 Joys, Concerns and Thanks 8 Stephen Ministry Prayer HYRC Thank You Letters 9 30 Hour Famine Info Youth News 10 WBR Valentine Dinner/Dance 11 WBR Memory Book Contact Info & Deadlines 12 Page 12

T h e C O N N E C T I O N f r o m C h r i s t U n i t e d M e t h o d i s t C h u r c h Fe b r u a r y

T h e C O N N E C T I O N f r o m C h r i s t U n i t e d M e t h o d i s t C h u r c h Fe b r u a r y 2 0 1 5 Open Hearts. Open Minds. Open Doors. Journeys with Jean My brothers and sisters, what good