Shepherd s Voice September 2018 Cultural Competency Training Workshop Page 1 by Connectional Ministries Our Connectional Ministries office will be offering a cultural competency workshop for people and churches considering doing cross-cultural ministry work, already doing cross-cultural ministry work, or people who are just curious about the unique challenges of working in an intercultural world on September 22, 2018, from 10:00 AM 3:00 PM at the Conference center. Registration is in-person and limited to 40 people. We recommend SPRC chair people, ministry teams, and pastors and laity already doing cross/multi/inter-cultural ministry or who are interested in considering doing this kind of ministry attend. However, this workshop is open to anyone interested in learning more. This workshop will include: An introduction to the culture and cultural lenses and how these impact ministry Intercultural Development theory and practices and tools an overview. You can register for an assessment and a personalized intercultural development plan as an additional part of this workshop see below for more information How culture impacts conflict, and different ways of approaching intercultural conflict. Key considerations for communicating in an intercultural world. For more information about this workshop, please contact Rev. Beth Rambikur at brambikur@dscumc.org. *protected email* To register please fill out our online form. Lay Servant Ministries Training Are you interested in increasing your potential for service to God s people? If so, There is a new Training opportunity coming up in Phoenix. Classes will be held November 16th and 17th at Trinity UMC (104 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85051). Class cost is only $30 per participant + texts. Courses Offered : Basic Course Introduction to Lay Servant Ministries designed to equip new church leaders and renew current leaders in UMC. From Your Heart to Theirs: Delivering an Effective Sermon Course includes types of sermons (from exegetical to topical to children s sermons) as well as how to find a story, use the hymnal, and how to move from communication on paper to beyond paper. For more info or to register contact Carla Whitmire (602)798-8236 or visit The cost is to register for the Intercultural Development Inventory (IDI) assessment is $18.00. It includes a personalized intercultural development plan and a one on one debriefing with IDI qualified interpreter, Rev.
Dear Children of God I realized that in the last newsletter I was to introduce myself and didn t. In this newsletter, I thought I would tell you a little about myself. First and foremost, I am excited to be here with you all and know that we can all work toward the glory of God together. I am a full blooded Navajo from the Navajo Reservation. I grew up in Brigham City, Utah at the Intermountain Indian School. My school years was in Utah and we spent all our summers here in Arizona with family. My father is from Inscription House and my mom is from Low Mountain. My dad was an Electronics Teacher and my mother worked in the dining hall of Intermountain. My immediate (white society terms) family I have 3 brothers and 3 sisters. In Navajo terms, I have many brothers and sisters for we consider our cousins as brothers and sisters. After high school, I attended Haskell Indian Junior College in Lawrence, Kansas then moved onto Baker University in Baldwin, Kansas. I didn t like the school so I moved over to Ottawa University in Ottawa, Kansas where I graduated with a BA Degree in social work and counseling. I worked for my Tribe as a Social Worker for 2 years before accepting a position at the United Methodist church in Shiprock, N.M. From Shiprock, I moved to Kansas City to accept a position working at International School for Native American Ministries located on the campus of St. Paul School of Theology. The position at St. Paul s didn t last long because of its funding running out. I then accepted a position with the Reorganized Latter Day Saints in Independence, Missouri. The RLDS church headquarters is in Independence. I worked in their Native American Program before accepting a position with the Board of Higher Education in Nashville, Tennessee. I did not have to move to Nashville. It was while working for the UMC in this capacity that I was called into the Ministry and entered Iliff School of Theology in Denver, Colorado. The rest is history. I now serve here at Shepherd of the Valley and pray that our adventure will be a grand one. As we begin to work with each other, I look forward to hearing your stories and how Mighty God is working through your life. May you all be blessed as you go to be a blessing to your family and community. In Jesus Name, Rev. Tweedy Sombrero Navarrete Page 2
August 20, 2018 Dear Members and Friends of the Desert Southwest Conference, Peace to you in the name and spirit of Jesus who calls us to live in faith, hope, and love! The final report of the Commission on a Way Forward has been officially released to the public. The report is 93 pages long and contains the important background information (how we got to where we are) as well as the text of the plan (One Church Plan) that was supported by a large majority of the members of the Council of Bishops and the other two plans (Connectional Conference Plan and Traditional Plan) that were considered by the Commission on a Way Forward and the Council of Bishops. The English version of the report can be found here. Reading through these plans is a time-consuming process, but by doing so, you will have a better sense of the nuances of the plans. I encourage you to read through them so that you will be informed about what the breadth of theological differences are in our United Methodist Church. However, let s also remember that numerous other proposals have been officially submitted for consideration by the Special Session of the General Conference in 2019. These, along with the plans included in the report of the Commission on a Way Forward, will be subject to debate and amending at General Conference 2019. Ultimately, what is adopted at General Conference may be dramatically different from any of these plans. In order to better understand and prayerfully share our thoughts for our Church, I am inviting you to participate in a Holy Huddle on the Future of The United Methodist Church. The Holy Huddles will be helpful to us as we watch what happens in advance of and on the floor of General Conference. The Huddles being planned will consist of two parts. The first part, designed for clergy only, will focus on sharing ideas with the clergy of the Conference about how to lead our congregations with hope amid uncertainty with Christ-like respectful conversations and prayer. The second part of the Holy Huddle will be for both laity and clergy together. The Holy Huddles are open to all persons who want to come and participate in Christian conversations about the future of our church. We will be hearing some background material to set the stage for our Huddles, but much of our time will be spent in conversation around tables, sharing our thoughts with one another. There will also be time for questions from individuals. All of this will be bathed in a prayerful, worshipful spirit and will include holy communion as the sacramental act which unifies us. Some may ask why so much time is being devoted to these Holy Huddles. I believe we are in a very crucial moment in the history of our United Methodist Church and its predecessor bodies. Although we are not all able to vote on what plan is ultimately adopted by General Conference, we do have the responsibility to be aware of the implications of the plans. It is a privilege to pray and share around tables in Christ-like conversation. We join in expectation that our United Methodist Church will face the future united in hope for our future. I anticipate that we will be better prepared to continue our excellent ministries because we have these moments of Holy Huddle to inform and inspire us, centering us in the hope of Jesus Christ even as we undergo change. Our participation gives hope to our mission and ministry to all God s children in the name of Jesus. A complete schedule of Holy Huddles can be found at the end of this message. I am looking forward to opportunities beginning this Fall to gather together as United Methodists in our Desert Southwest Conference as we discern God s wisdom for us. Our conversations at the Holy Huddles will be part of our step forward into the future for our United Methodist Church. You are an essential participant in that future so I hope you will be present with us! Prayerfully in Christ s love, Bob Page 3
Part Two for Lay and Clergy: (Please note: while lay and clergy are encouraged to attend the Holy Huddle within your district, you are welcome to attend any of the gatherings.) 1. Saturday, October 6, for South District Lay and Clergy, 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm at Christ Church UM, 655 N. Craycroft Road, Tucson. 2. Saturday, October 13, for East and West District Lay and Clergy, 1:00 pm 4:30 pm at Trinity UMC, 3104 W. Glendale Ave., Phoenix. 3. Saturday, October 27, for Flagstaff, Verde Valley, Prescott Lay and Clergy, 1:00 pm 4:30 pm, Federated Community Church, 400 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff. 4. Saturday, November 17, for East District Lay and Clergy, 1:00 pm 4:30 pm at North Scottsdale UMC, 11735 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. 5. Saturday, December 8, for Las Vegas area Lay and Clergy, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm at Trinity UMC, 6151 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas. 6. Saturday, January 12, for Yuma area Lay and Clergy, 9:00 am 1:00 pm at Gila Mountain UMC, 12716 N. Frontage Rd., Yuma. Shepherd of the Valley UMC Is coming up Wednesday October 31st, 2018 so start planning your decorations now! We will be featuring Car decorating contest Candy distributing Drinks Cupcakes & Cookies So Mark your Calendars, Design your decorations and Costumes and come for a fun time for adults and children. your Page 4
Fry s Community Rewards Update If you have Shepherd of the Valley UMC set as your Community Rewards recipient, they are changing our identifier number to FR015. You don t need to make any changes now but when it is time to reenroll next year this is us or you can search by our name. If you haven t set anyone up to receive these rewards, please consider adding Shepherd as yours. We would then receive a percentage of every dollar you spend at Fry s Grocery Store using your VIP card. You pay nothing extra but we get so much in return. Get with Betty Oshiro if You would like to Donate Cookies to be enjoyed after Sunday Service!! Page 5
Be One of the Flock and help pay down the debt at the same time! One of the Flock t-shirts will be available starting Sunday, September 9-30, with 100% of the profit going towards the Debt Reduction Campaign. Adult t-shirts are $15.00 if we provide the shirt or $10 if you bring in your own. Child size t-shirts are $12.00 if we provide the shirt or $8 if you bring in your own. We will also be glad to take orders! Contact Theresa Davis with any Questions. Don t forget, the Matching Funds Challenge. Just write Matching Funds in the memo line of your check or on the giving envelope to designate your offering as part of this challenge. AND If You have any Faith (fund) Raising ideas to help us crush our Debt and to ensure the smooth continuation and financial health of our church. Please step up and implement them. If you need help with that, Just ask. We will do our best to assist you. Page 6
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A group of UMC congregations mostly in the west and northwest valley have enjoyed a monthly combined youth activity - usually, but not always, on the 3rd Sunday - for about 3 years. Most of these churches have small groups of youth, some with 2 or 3 teens. This combined youth gathering has allowed us to participate in activities that we would not be able to do alone. We have a mix of social and ministry events. It's an open group, always subject to input and tweeking. Feel free to invite pastors or youth leaders from any other UMCs in the north and west valley. September 16 October 21 November 18 December 9 January 13 4-6 PM, Activities for seniors at Lura Turner Homes Community Service activity, painting banks and planning Christmas party for Golden Gate Center Volleyball at First Glendale UMC (Saturday) Host Christmas party at Golden Gate Community Center "Indiana Joe and the Dengue Fever" - non-traditional competitive games and mixer at Spirit of Hope February (Feb and March events may switch) - hike and barbecue in White Tank Mountains March (Feb and March events may switch) - Feed My Starving Children in Peoria April 27/28 May 19 30 Hour Famine at New Song UMC, Surprise World Vision 6 K Water Walk Golden Gate Community Center arranges gifts for approximately 100 low income children. This party would be similar to what Dove of the Desert has done for years at Primera Iglesia Metodista. Piñatas, music, games, crafts, and gifts. For more info about these activities or the Group please contact Mike Eyer Spirit of Hope UMC (623)810-5600 Page 8
4170 W. Peoria Ave Phoenix, Arizona 85029 (602) 439-9292 www.dollarselfstorage.com Call Today To Reserve Your Storage Unit Or RV Space Today! We at Shepherd thank them for their continued support and service. Jewelry Making Classes are now offered every fourth Saturday of every month in Classroom 1. From 11 am to 3 pm Sandi McDonald will be the instructor. Whomever attends the class will decide on the next month s class project.. Currently we are making Rings and Bracelets. Bring in your broken jewelry for repair. You may learn to repair it yourself or have it repaired for you. Contact at 602-841-0501 or MyCarolAnne@Cox.net Web site: www.mycarolanne.com Page 9
Duet Partners in Health and Aging YOUR PARTNER IN HEALTH AND AGING Imagine a community where every person ages with compassion, dignity, and hope. Duet is turning this vision into reality through its vitally needed, free-of-charge services to homebound adults, family caregivers, faith communities and grandfamilies. No one should have to face life s aging challenges alone. Too often, older adults and family caregivers feel isolated as they deal with the most overwhelming experiences of their lives. Duet eases the journey by walking alongside the people we serve on the path of caring. From giving rides to the grocery store and medical appointments, to offering health promotion activities and support groups, Duet is here to provide the compassionate help you need. Volunteer. Donate. Ask for help. Together, we are partners in health and aging. We are a nonprofit, interfaith organization that has been serving older adults in greater Phoenix since 1981. For more information or to volunteer or request assistance check out our website at https://duetaz.org/ or call during our regular business hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We have an active calendar of events offering a wide range of Support Groups and informative Classes. Do you know your numbers? We will now be offering regular Blood pressure checks on Sunday mornings from 9am 10:15am in HIS room. Beverly Symons is a retired nurse and will be happy to help you with your health care journey. Sorry about the start off last month, Bev landed in the hospital for a bit, but is doing much better now. HIS room is the small chapel room off the Hall west of the Sanctuary. Page 10
Larry & Janice Coleman 28th Trina Smith 1st Theresa Davis 3rd Lori Orson 3rd Vonnie Miller 5th John Beaubien 6th Loland Hays 6th Tracy Schraven 7th Cole Beckelhimer 12th Noah Hawkins 14th Marilyn Moore 15th Joyce Seaver 15th Mavis Jenkins 18th Vernon Jackson 22nd Lilly Belle Lange 25th Cheryl Mancilla 27th IS YOUR NAME MISSING? We d Love To Recognize YOU On Your Special Day! Submit Your Birthday Date To The Office Page 11
NOTES Legend PO - Pastor's Office SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 10:30 am - Worship, Sanctuary 7 pm - Girl Scouts, F.H. 6 pm Girl Scouts (7121), FH 1 pm - Circle Makers Prayer Group, office 8 pm - Men's AA, F.H. 3 pm - Worship Design, PO 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10:30 am - Worship, Sanctuary 1:30 pm - Shelter food prep, F.H. 4:30 pm - Feed at Shelter Labor Day 6 pm Girl Scouts (7121), FH 1 pm - Circle Makers Prayer Group, office 10:30 am -Martha Circle, RM1 8 pm - Men's AA, F.H. 3 pm - Worship Design, PO 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 10:30 am - Worship, Sanctuary AD Board Mtg. After service, FH 7 pm - Girl Scouts(308), F.H. 6 pm Girl Scouts (7121), FH 1 pm - Circle Makers Prayer Group, office 8 pm - Men's AA, F.H. 8 pm - Girl Scouts, Rm1 3 pm - Worship Design, PO 8 pm - Girl Scouts, F.H. 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 10:30 am - Worship, Sanctuary Bucket Brigade 6 pm Girl Scouts (7121), FH 1 pm - Circle Makers Prayer Group, office 8 pm - Men's AA, F.H. 3 pm - Worship Design, PO 8 am - Men's group, Denny's @ 43rd and Peoria 10:30 am - Women to 8 pm - Girl Scouts, F.H. 5 pm Grown-up Game night, Rm 1 11 am - Jewelry Making with Sandy, Rm1 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 10:30 am - Worship, Sanctuary 30 1 10:30 am - Worship, Sanctuary 7 pm - Girl Scouts(308), F.H. September 2018 6 pm Girl Scouts (7121), FH 1 pm - Circle Makers Prayer Group, office F.H. - Fellowship Hall M.B. - Music Building Sanct - Sanctuary 8 pm - Men's AA, F.H. 3 pm - Worship Design, PO Page 12
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Shepherd of the Valley UMC 3039 W. Cactus Rd. Phoenix, Arizona 85029 602-942-9288 Rev. Tweedy Navarrete sov@sovumc.phxcoxmail.com pastor@sovumc.phxcoxmail.com Bishop Robert Hoshibata, residing UMC Bishop Nancy Cushman, District Superintendent Page 14