Pierre First United Methodist Church is committed to making new disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world

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1 Pierre First United Methodist Church is committed to making new disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world Check inside for more Information on the following. One Thing for March will be Macaroni & Cheese goal is 350. Loose change offering for March Quilters Group March 3 noon 2019 Youth Auction March 10 Lenten Workshop March 12 Boy Scout Chili Feed Several Lenten Bible Studies March 23 10:00 am 150 year Birthday of UMW (Wesley Hall) Mar 31 between services Youth serving breakfast (TCC) 117 North Central Avenue, Pierre, SD Contact Information Church Pierre1UMC@mncomm.com Website: pierrefirstumc.org Facebook: Twitter: Pierre First United Methodist (@FirstPierre) Instagram: Pierre 1st UMC Youth (@pierre1stumcyouth Telephone: Fax: Seth LaBounty, Pastor Tim Von Kennel, Administrator 1

2 Grace and peace to you all! Lately, I ve been reflecting a lot about pride. Part of that may be because I have watched the local theater s performance of Bill W. and Dr. Bob many times in my work on the light design. The play is about the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous and their wives, and while it doesn t directly talk about pride, it does demonstrate how pride can manifest itself in addictive and painful ways. Pride is a dangerous thing. There s a reason tradition holds pride as one of the Seven Deadly Sins, and some traditions even went so far as to claim pride as the original sin, at the heart of the decision Adam and Eve made in the Garden to become like God. Pride creeps up when we claim to have all the right answers. Pride is when we declare our thought, opinions, and ideas are the only correct way of thinking. Pride is when we think we have the strength to make it on our own, and don t need to ask for help. Like Bill W. and Dr. Bob, we are all struggling with some sort of addiction. It may not be to alcohol. It can be to our work, our schedules, our technology, our comforts, or any number of other things. Surrendering our pride and admitting our addiction is the first step in making a change in our lives. As you reflect on what your addiction might be, I would encourage you use the Serenity Prayer as a means of opening yourself up to God s grace and guidance, as we let go of our pride and seek help for all our struggles, fears, and needs. God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage the change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. Living one day at a time, enjoying one moment at a time; accepting hardship as a pathway to peace; taking, as Jesus did, this sinful world as it is, not as I would have it; trusting that You will make all things right if I surrender to Your will; so that I may be reasonably happy in this life and supremely happy with You forever in the next. Amen. -P.S. Pastor Seth Lenten Workshop March 10 th at 9:45 am As we celebrate the Lenten season, we are hosting a workshop with come crafts and activities for the whole family! Between the worship services on Sunday, March 10 th, please join us in the Trinity Community Center as we learn more about the Apostles Creed, how the pretzel relates to Lent, and more! 2

3 HELLO CHURCH FAMILY!! My name is Tim Von Kennel and I am humbled and blessed to be your new Church Administrator. Pastor Seth and your Leadership Board have afforded me this terrific opportunity to work within the First United Methodist. I have been happily married to Phyllis for 40 years; blessed with 2 grown sons. (My oldest son, his wife and two small beautiful grandchildren currently live in Pierre). We are Ohioans, met in college and moved to Texas in We left after 37 wonderful years raising our family in Austin while working for the natural gas utility industry and non profit organizations. I am excited to bring my professional management skills and organizational ideas to the Methodist Church. THERE IS MUCH TO BE DONE! I would like to meet with you to learn about your history with this historical church, plus get your input on current conditions and possible future improvements. My primary responsibility is to address the various needs of this church for its members. My contact information is: TIM VON KENNEL tvkchurch@gmail.com Countryside Hospice Turkey and Biscuit Supper First United Methodist Church Thursday, April 4 4:30 7:00 pm Adults $10.00 Children 12 and under $5.00 Carry Outs available Mark your calendar for this all you can eat event. Hot turkey and veggies served with homemade biscuits and a variety of salads and desserts. The perfect way to end a busy day a good meal and chance to visit with friends and neighbors. Turkey sponsors are needed as well as volunteers to make pies and salads. We will also need a crew to debone the cooked turkeys, set the tables, make gravy and do a million other things on the day of the supper. If you can helps please call Laurie Bob & Larry Bob & Larry Bob & Larry Bob & Larry March 2019 Bus Schedule For Rides to and From Church Larry Hartley.3rd Bob Barden...10th...17th, 24th & 31st

4 Sunday Worship Series: The Power of Prayer Join us on Sundays at 8:30 and 11:00 for our worship series! Prayer is one of the simplest and easiest ways for us to connect with God, but many of us find it hard to pray. In this series we ll explore different kinds of prayers and how they can help us approach God in a healthy, holy way that will help us grow in our faith. Wednesday Worship Series: Creed Join us at our Worship On Wednesdays for our series on the Apostles Creed! This creedal statement used by Churches for centuries is a great summary of the basic beliefs of Christianity, but it also reveals some profound truths of who God is, and how God relates to us. This series is based on the book Creed by Pastor Adam Hamilton, and will coincide with various small group opportunities for anyone who would like to explore the meaning of the Apostles Creed on a deeper level. Lenten Study Series: Creed To help us further explore the themes and lessons in our Wednesday Worship series, we are offering various opportunities for a small-group study using Adam Hamilton s book! If you would like a book, you can find a copy near the Coffee Shop in our Narthex. The different groups that will be using this study are as follows: Sundays at 9:45 am in the Intergenerational Room (L1), led by DiAnn Kleinsasser Tuesdays at 7:30 pm in the Prayer Room (M14), led by Pastor Seth Wednesdays at 12:05 pm in the Prayer Room (M14), led by Tom Dravland 2019 Youth Auction March 3 rd at 12:00 pm Our High School and Middle School youth are gearing up for an exciting trip to Kansas City! This summer, they will be meeting with United Methodist youth from all over the nation for worship, service projects, and teaching sessions. To help cover the cost of this event, we are holding our annual Youth Auction on March 3 rd at noon! There will be a lunch provided for a free-will donation, and this is a great opportunity to not only support our Youth, but to show our appreciation for all the local businesses and people who have donated to this auction. c 4

5 Hello, My name is Gloria Miller, I work with the National Farmworker Jobs Program (NFJP) in Pierre, South Dakota. The NFJP is a nationally-directed, federally funded and locally administered program for employment and training services and housing assistance for migrant and seasonal farmworkers under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The NFJP provides grants to community-based organizations and public agencies that assist migrant and seasonal farmworkers (MSFWs) and their families attain greater economic stability. The NFJP has been successfully administered by Black Hills Special Services Cooperative (BHSSC) in South Dakota for the past 20 years. The program helps farmworkers acquire the skills they need to retain agricultural jobs or start new careers. As part of WIOA regulations, NFJP outreach workers and Case Managers must be trained in local office procedures to protect farmworkers against sexual harassment and human trafficking. Sexual harassment and human trafficking are pervasive problems that impact people of all genders, races, ethnicities, and ages in the United States and worldwide. Surveys find that one in four women report workplace harassment in the US and it is estimated that there are 20.9 million victims of human trafficking globally. As a particularly vulnerable and economically disadvantaged group, migrant and seasonal farmworkers are especially likely to face sexual harassment and human trafficking. As part of WIOA regulations, the NFJP are committed to protecting farmworkers from sexual harassment and human trafficking. BHSSC/NFJP staff will be hosting its 2 nd Annual Human Trafficking Awareness conference in Pierre on March 7 & 8 th. Please see link below if you or any of your staff are interested in attending. Additionally, a separate event, free of charge, will be held for parents and educators on Wednesday, March 6 th from 6 7:30 PM at the Riggs High School theater. This event will focus on helping parents learn how to respond to cyber-crimes, situations, concerns, or crimes where computers, phones, tablets, s, clouds, social media or other technology is used to facilitate a crime. This event is open to the public and highly encourage any parent or adult with children to attend. Might we be able to promote this event by providing you with fliers to be handed out to church members? Our Case Manager will gladly print as many as you d like and bring to you to distribute. If you have any questions regarding this, please feel free to call, my direct line is Looking forward to hearing from you. Kind regards, Gloria Important Notice: The Digital Safety presentation is geared toward parents and highly recommended that youth/ students NOT attend due to the mature content. Human Trafficking Conference -- Gloria Miller Program Coordinator, National Farmworker Jobs Program Main: Office Cell: South Central Ave, Suite #33, Pierre, SD Black Hills Special Services Cooperative (BHSSC) Better Learning Better Lives 5

6 One Thing for March: Macaroni & Cheese Macaroni & Cheese is always a good meal and easy to fix. The Food Pantry loves it. Thank you for your generosity! March Loose Change Offering: Quilters Group For the month of March, our Loose Change offering will support Quilters Group, who make quilts for all the Baptisms in our church as well as for other events. T Shirts Are needed, if you have old T Shirts you no longer want (they can have stains) the church would like them. They are cut into strips and crocheted into mats to sleep on. Thank you! Boy Scout Chili Feed Tuesday, March 12, 2019 First United Methodist Church Trinity Community Center (TCC) 4:30 7:00 pm 6

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8 Church Directory If you would like a Church Directory. You may pick one up in the Narthex. Sunday Worship Series: Things We Wish Jesus Never Said Join us on Sundays at 8:30 and 11:00 for our worship series! In these services, we will be exploring some of the difficult lessons that Jesus taught things that we wish Jesus had never said! These are lessons like Take up your cross, love your enemies, and become a servant. Come and hear Jesus challenging and timeless message! Wednesday Worship Series: Miracles Join us at our Worship On Wednesdays for our series on miracles! These could be instances of divine healing, exorcism, command over nature, or even power over death itself. Jesus miracles have purpose and meaning, and are relevant even today! We hope you can join us! 2019 Youth Auction March 3rd Our High School and Middle School youth are gearing up for an exciting trip to Kansas City! This summer, they will be meeting with United Methodist youth from all over the nation for worship, service projects, and teaching sessions. To help cover the cost of this event, we are holding our annual Youth Auction on March 3 rd! If you would like to contribute an item to this auction (such as baked goods, handcrafted items, or special goods/services), please contact one of our youth leaders: Lisa Maunu (ldmaunu@hotmail.com), Beata Ferris (bkferris05@msn.com), Nicole Stasch (Nicole.stasch@gmail.com), or Pastor Valerie (ladypastorvalerie@gmail.com). 8

9 To: pierre1umc1mncomm.com Subject: Financial Memorial Gifts for January, 2019 In Memory of : Mildred Espeland *JoAnn Leonard s mother *Brian Oakland s grandmother Steve & Monica Harding Naomi Meyer Bonnie Baade John Stengle Kevin & JoAnne Hipple Willa Hieb Margaret McNickle Virginia Harmon Chuck & Bonny Schroyer Bob Parliman Dorothy Ray Barbara Spears Kevin and Jo Anne Hipple 9

10 United Methodist Women (UMW) Information for ALL Women in the Church Any woman who commits herself to the PURPOSE of United Methodist Women and to engage in study, personal growth and social action can join. Women can join the Local Organization (group) in their local church, or become part of a Local Organization in a near-by church.. The United Methodist Women (UMW) Purpose The Organized Unit of the United Methodist Women shall be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church. Pierre First United Methodist Women has four circles. Circles do not meet in the Summer instead we have an informal coffee once a month on the 4th Tuesday at 9:00 am in Wesley Hall Elizabeth Circle, meets at the Church in Wesley Hall the second Wednesday of the month at 1:15 pm Dorothy Collett Lydia Circle, meets at the Church in the Cooking Center the first Saturday of the month at 9:30 am Mary Weischedel Martha Circle, meets at the Church in the Cooking Center the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm Elaine Scott (We start-up in September) Reading Group, meets at the Church in the Inter-Generational Room the 4th Sunday at 3:00 pm. They read and report on some very interesting books. Penny Galinat All women are invited to any and all of these meetings. There will be a UMW Rummage Sale, June 22, 2019 from 8:00 am thru 1:00 pm 10

11 United Methodist Women Vows to Work Across Difference, Create Inclusive Spaces for All Feb. 27, 2019, St. Louis, Mo. As the United Methodist Church concluded its three-day, special session of the General Conference, United Methodist Women vowed to work across differences in the furtherance of mission on behalf of women, children and youth. United Methodist Women CEO Harriett Jane Olson, issued the following statement: The Traditional Plan adopted by General Conference invites clergy, bishops and congregations who do not support the church s stand regarding LGBTQIA persons to leave the denomination and form another expression of Methodism. However, while our membership has many opinions about the matters considered at General Conference, United Methodist Women stands together, committed to serving women, children and youth. Part of the United Methodist Women Purpose is to be a creative supportive fellowship, and that s what we intend to do. For United Methodist Women, commitment to the Purpose and prayer are the only litmus tests for determining who can belong, who can serve and who can devote themselves to mission. Our differences make us stronger. We continue to be open to any woman who chooses to commit to our Purpose and mission. The Special General Conference was difficult for all even the Traditional Plan adopted may not be enforceable but LGBTQIA sisters and brothers bear the brunt of the pain. United Methodist Women will continue to pray for our beloved church and stand in solidarity with all those who are in pain. United Methodist Women will continue our focus on mission, Living out our Christian discipleship together, and addressing the needs of women, children and youth. Posted 2/27/

12 Announcements Dates to Remember 2019 March 1 9:00 am Little Learners Gym Time (TCC) 12:00 pm All In The Family (Prayer Room) March 2 10:00 am Lydia Circle March 3 8:30 am Worship Communion 11:00 am Worship Communion 12:00 pm Lunch and Youth Auction Fundraiser March 4 1:00 pm Pierre Animal Rescue PAWS Italian Supper Fundraiser 7:00 pm Knitters/Crocheters (Cooking Center) 7:00 pm Surprise Package (Music Room) March 5 March 6 9:00 am Little Learners gym time (TCC) 12:00 pm Softball Meeting (Inter-Gen. Room) 1:00 pm Bridge Group (Cooking Center) 1:30 pm Lincoln Apts. (Communion) 1:15 pm Little Learners gym time (TCC) 5:30 pm Bell Choir Practice (Music Room) 6:00 pm Praise Team Practice (Sanctuary) 7:00 pm Boy Scouts (Wesley Hall) 7:00 pm River Harmony (Music Room) 7:30 pm Anchored Young Adult Class (Prayer Room) Ash Wednesday 9:30 am Men s Coffee Fellowship (Cooking Center) 12:05 pm Bible Study (Prayer Room) 12:10 pm Bible Study (Media Room) 1:30 pm Ladies Card Writing Ministry 3:15 pm Journey School (TCC) 5:10 pm W.O.W. Meal (TCC) 6:00 pm W.O.W. Service (Ash Wednesday - Sanctuary) 7:00 pm Chancel Choir Practice (Music Room) 7:00 pm Youth Meeting (Youth Room) 7:15 pm Confirmation (Balcony) 12

13 Announcements Dates to Remember March 7 March 8 March 9 March 10 March 11 March 12 March 13 6:30 pm Quilters (Inter-Generational Room) 9:00 am Little Learners Gym Time (TCC) 4:00 pm Confirmation Lock-In (TCC) 4:00 pm Confirmation Lock-in (TCC) 8:30 am Worship (Loose Change Offering Quilters) 8:45 am Bible Study Creed (Inter-Generational Room) 9:45 am Lenten Workshop (TCC) 11:00 am Worship (Loose Change Offering Quilters) 7:00 pm Knitters/Crocheters (Cooking Center) 7:00 pm Surprise Package (Music Room) 7:00 pm Renewed Spirits (Inter-Generational Room) 9:00 am Little Learners Gym time (TCC) 1:00 pm Bridge Group (Cooking Center) 1:15 pm Little Learners Gym Time (TCC) 1:30 pm Kelley II Communion 2:00 pm Kelley I Communion 4:30 pm Boy Scout Chili Feed (TCC) 5:30 pm Beta Sigma Phi (Inter-Generational Room) 5:30 pm Bell Choir Practice (Music Room) 6:00 pm Praise Team Practice (Sanctuary) 7:00 pm River Harmony (Music Room) 7:00 pm Boy Scouts (Wesley Hall) 7:30 pm Anchored Young Adult Group (Prayer Room) 9:30 pm Men s Coffee Fellowship (Cooking Center) 12:05 pm Bible Study (Prayer Room) 12:10 pm Bible Study (Media Room) 1:30 pm Ladies Card Writing Ministry (Prayer Room) 3:15 pm Journey Wednesday After School Program (TCC) 5:10 pm W.O.W. Meal (TCC) 6:00 pm W.O.W. Service (Sanctuary) 6:00 pm Bible Study (Prayer Room) 7:00 pm High School Youth (Youth Room) 7:15 pm Confirmation Class (Balcony) 13

14 Announcements Dates to Remember March 14 March 15 March 16 March 17 March 18 March 19 March 20 5:00 pm M.O.P.S. (Wesley Hall/pre-School) 5:30 pm Soccer Team Meeting (TCC) 6:30 pm Quilters (Inter-Gen. Room) 7:00 pm Martha Circle (Cooking Center) 9:00 am Little Learners Gym Time (TCC) 4:00 pm Pinewood Derby Set Up 8:00 am Pinewood Derby Scouts (TCC all day) 8:30 am Worship 8:45 am Pathfinder Children s Church (Science Room) (Right after Children s message) 11:00 am Worship 7:00 pm Surprise Package (Music Room) 7:00 pm Crocheters/Knitters (Cooking Center) 9:00 am Little Learners Gym Time (TCC) 1:00 pm Bridge Group (Cooking Center) 1:15 pm Little Learners Gym Time (TCC) 2:30 pm Pierre Rehab Center Communion 3:00 pm Maryhouse Communion 5:30 pm Bell Choir Practice (Music Room) 6:00 pm Praise Team (Sanctuary) 7:00 p Boy Scouts (Wesley Hall) 7:00 pm River Harmony (Music Room) 7:30 pm Anchored Young Adults (Prayer Room) 9:30 am Men s Coffee Fellowship (Cooking Center) 12:05 pm Bible Study (Prayer Room) 12:10 pm Bible Study (Media Room) 1:30 pm Ladies Card Writing Ministry (Prayer Room) 14

15 Announcements Dates to Remember March 20 (continued) 3:15 pm Journey School (TCC) 5:10 pm W.O.W. Meal (TCC) 6:00 pm W.O.W. Worship (Sanctuary) 7:00 pm Youth Group (Youth Room) 7:00 pm Chancel Choir Practice (Music Room) 7:15 pm Confirmation (Balcony) March 21 6:30 pm Quilters (Inter-Gen. Room) 6:30 pm Missouri Breaks Audubon (Media Room) March 22 March 23 March 24 March 25 March 26 12:00 pm All In The Family (Prayer Room) 9:00 am Little Learners (TCC) 10:00 am UMW 150 Year Celebration (Wesley Hall) 8:30 am Worship (Camp Sunday, Penny 150 Years UMW) 8:45 am Pathfinder Children s Church (Art Room) 11:00 am Worship (Camp Sunday, Penny 150 Years UMW) 5:15 pm UMW Exec Board (Wesley Hall) 7:00 pm Surprise Package (Music Room) 7:00 pm Crocheters/Knitters (Cooking Center) 9:00 am Little Learners Christmas Program (TCC) 1:00 pm Bridge Group (Cooking Center) 1:15 pm Little Learners Gym Time (TCC) 1:30 pm Edgewater Communion 5:15 pm UMW Potluck Organization Meeting (Wesley Hall) 5:30 pm Bell Choir Practice (Music Room) 6:00 pm Praise Team (Sanctuary) 7:00 pm Boy Scouts (Wesley Hall) 7:00 pm River Harmony (Music Room) 7:30 pm Anchored Young Adults (Prayer Room) 15

16 Announcements Dates to Remember March 27 March 28 9:30 am Men s Coffee Fellowship (Cooking Center) 12:05 pm Bible Study (Prayer Room) 12:10 pm Bible Study (Media Room) 1:30 pm Ladies Card Writing Ministry (Prayer Room) 3:15 pm Journey School (TCC) 5:10 pm W.O.W. Meal (TCC) 6:00 pm W.O.W. Worship (Sanctuary) 7:00 pm Youth Group (Youth Room) 7:00 pm Chancel Choir (Music Room) 7:15 pm Confirmation (Balcony) 5:00 pm M.O.P.S. (Wesley Hall) 6:30 pm Quilters (Inter-Gen Room) March 30 12:00 pm-8:00 pm Fundraiser for Rotary (TCC) March 31 1:00 5:00 pm Girl Scouts (TCC) "If you would like to make your financial gift to Pierre First using your credit/debit card, please scan this QR code using your phone and simply follow the prompts on the screen! You can also find a link for 'egiving' on our website at pierrefirstumc.org." 16