Circuit Writer November 2017 Never since has there arisen a prophet in Israel like Moses, whom the LORD knew face to face. He was unequaled for all the signs and wonders that the LORD sent him to perform in the land of Egypt, against Pharaoh and all his servants and his entire land, and for all the mighty deeds and all the terrifying displays of power that Moses performed in the sight of all Israel. Deuteronomy 34:10-12 Dear Friends in Christ: Greetings! The month of November is at hand and we are entering into a season of festivities, thanksgiving and also a sacred time of remembering all the saints and loved ones who have passed on. According to the UMC Lectionary the month of November has been set as the Season of Saints. Each Sunday it suggests meditations on the following: Clothing of the Saints; Stories of the Saints; Thanksgiving of the Saints; Shepherd of the Saints. Last Wednesday in our weekday services we concluded meditations on the Exodus story, particularly by looking at the death of Moses and we thanked God for his life, mission and sacrifice in the work of his Lord for the people of God. Moses has led the people from bondage in Egypt and led them up till the Promised Land. It was sad to see that he could not enter the Promised Land but in faith he persevered to obey and follow God s command. In the light of Moses story, we remembered modern day prophets and people of God who strived for the freedom and liberation of all those who are struggling and striving for freedom and justice. The story of Moses also calls each of us to respond and obey to our own calling. To live as channels of God s mercy, peace and justice for all God s people in our own context. Therefore we give thanks to God for people like Moses and all the prophets, disciples, apostles, saints and all who remain as model of faith and ministry and have passed on to eternity. We also remember our members and loved ones who passed into the eternal presence of God. We pray for eternal peace for Dewey Criddle, Jiggs Willman, Mary Snyder, Chris Raymer, Linda Chriest, Judy Nehrkorn, Wayne Smith, Wilma Russell, and Virginia Hunter and all other loved ones and friends whom we lost this year. May God s continued comfort and peace be with all their families. At, we are getting ready for our Annual Conference on the 16 th of November at 7pm. Those of you who are able please come to find the State of our, the new committees, budget etc. I have mentioned in my report the changes, accomplishments and plans for our future together. I have also mentioned some of the challenges we all face together, such as the grim financial situation as well as the dwindling of regular church attendance and participation. I am constantly praying and interceding that our God may help us through these challenges as the LORD walked through with the people in the Exodus story. At the same time, I also thank God for all the accomplishments and faithful stewardship of most of you in working for the church and bringing glory to God s holy name. Finally, I wish you all a blessed month of November. Please uphold one another in your prayers and please pray earnestly for our and for all that we do together here. Pray that we spiritually mature, that we excel in our mission, that we are financially healthy and that we continue to bring glory to God. In closing enjoy the poem by Elizabeth Coatsworth about the month of November. God Bless! Pastor Solomon "November comes, And November goes, With the last red berries, And the first white snows. With night coming early, And dawn coming late, And ice in the bucket, And frost by the gate. The fires burn, And the kettles sing, And earth sinks to rest, Until next spring." - Elizabeth Coatsworth
Ushers Charlie Anderson, Rod Brooks, & Nolan Moeller H A P P Y B I R T H D A Y 1st - Andrea Leuschke 1st - Donna Willman 2nd - Laura Clevenger 2nd - Deborah Schoonover 3rd - Mary Chriest 4th - Nancy Hardt 4th - Bernice Hubbart 4th - Carolyn Long 4th - Georgia Howe 5th - Darwin Nettleton 6th - Haley Scott 8th - Larry Thompson 12th - Arunima Sudhakar 16th - Debbie Gray 20th - Venita Welch 22nd - Gary Scott 22nd - Pat Speaker 25th - Jim Weeks 26th - Jan Pratt 27th - Ava Henson 27th - Zoe Henson 28th - Coelleen Gaulrapp 28th - Norma Lauts 29th - Ruth Rumley 30th - Angie Howard 30th - Payton Frey 6th - Steve & JoEllen Wetzell 9th - Kevin & Debbie Gray 10th - Warren & Gwen Mead 19th - Bill & Pat Simester 24th - Lyle & Vicki Butler 28th - Art & Ruth Deem The Office Hours : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 9:00am-12:00pm Friday After 1pm
The RFUMC will be hosting a trivia night on Saturday, November 4, 2016. Doors open at 6:00 (Walking Tacos available to purchase all night) and trivia starts at 7:00 p.m. This is a fun event to attend with friends and family. Trivia categories cover a wide range of topics so don't be afraid to sign up. Contact Judy at (815)441-2945 or rockfallsumc@gmail.com to register your team. Cost is $80 per team with a team limit of 8 people. If you register by October 28th you will receive a free answer. Conference @ RFUMC Thu., 11/16/2017 Staff Parish will meet at 6:30 pm Conference will begin at 7:00 pm *Forms are due October 25th to the Office, so they can be entered before the due date* Please have any item you would like to be in the following months Circuit Writer to the church office by the 3rd Monday of the month. You can email the office at rockfallsumc@gmail.com or stop in the church or call the office at (815) 625-0114 The Journey: Walking the Road to Bethlehem Adult Advent Study Sundays 10:30-11:30 am November 19th December 17th Cost of book- $10.00 Journey with Adam Hamilton as he travels from Nazareth to Bethlehem in this fascinating look at the birth of Jesus Christ. Using historical information, archaeological data, and a personal look at some of the stories surrounding the birth, the most amazing moment in history will become more real and heart-felt as you walk along this road. We d like to offer another session at another time- evening, lunch, morning? Please let Pastor Solomon of Jodi know if you re interested. Memorial Bricks If you would like to order a Memorial Brick with your loved ones name to be placed in the Memorial Garden the cost is $50 per brick. We only need 4 more people to reach 10 bricks so we can place an order. Please contact Danielle in the office for more information or to place an order. Youth, High Schoolers, Parents, & Adults Join in the fun Assembling Luminariees for the Hometown Holidays! Sunday, November 12th @ 10:30am at the City of Rock Falls Garage (Industrial Park Road)
Rock Falls United Methodist, Council Meeting Thursday, October 19, 2017 Those present included Donna Brooks, Jodi Perez, Carol Siefken, Rod Brooks, Larry Thompson, Pastor, Kevin Henson, Janelle Henson, Geo Logan Jr. and Russ Siefken. Devotion, Jodi and opening prayer Pastor. Staff Parrish - working with staff for the coming year. Finance 2018 budget was passed and will be presented at the charge conference. Each week the churches financial information will be printed in the informer. Pledge letters for 2018 have been sent, everyone is encouraged to pray over their pledge for 2018. Everyone needing any kind of supplies for the church are asked to check with someone on finance thru the end of the year before ANYTHING is purchased. Trustees committee has gone thru the parsonage and the church to make a list of items that need to be given attention in 2018. The basement work on the parsonage has been completed. Membership we have 265 members. Women Beef N Noodle dinner coming up on November 9. Recognized Nima Sudhakar, Matthew Laws and Owen Laws for their service to the church. Raised over $1,600 with the rummage sale. Christian Education - 16 people have been attending the Pray Like Jesus class. Nominations the committee has been working on filling all the open positions for 2018 the complete list of committees and members will be voted on at the church conference. Pastor s Report has been meeting with the worship committee to put together a schedule for the remainder of this year. There will be a peace walk beginning at the new Rock Falls Park on Thursday, October 19, beginning at 6 and walking over to Sterling to the peace poll at Grandon Park. Council Chair: Thanks to Janelle for taking care of the picture project. If you have not had your picture taken please call Janelle Henson at 816 440-8282. Thanks to everyone taking part in honoring the minister for Pastor Recognition Sunday. It was a great cake. Laity Sunday thanks to those participating. Everyone is invited to participate in the Conference to be held on November 16 at 7 p.m. The annual meeting with our District Superintendent celebrates ourministry, we elect officers and committees plus look to the future of our church. This is a great opportunity for our members to find out what goes on daily, weekly and monthly in order to make our church great. Thanks to everyone for stepping up to join a church committee. Thanks to the nomination committee for their work on nominations. Three finance members will be attending Protecting the Cookie Jar put on by the conference in order to protect the church. Get a team for the second annual Trivia night to be held on November 4 beginning at 7. Call Judy at 815 441-2945, is just $80 per team of 8. Remember that Daylight Savings time ends on November 5. The next meeting of the council will be on Thursday, November 16 at 7 p.m, this will be the Conference. Total Offerings for October: $ 12486 Total Bills for October: (Does not included end of the month payroll) $7381 UMW Beef - N - Noodles Dinner Thursday, November 9th 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Beef - N - Noodles, mashed potatoes, vegetable, a roll, dessert, and drink
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 5 Bear Necessities Offering All Saints Service 12 10am - Sunday School 19 10am - Sunday School Noisy Plate Offering 26 10am - Sunday School 6 7 13 14 10:00am- Bear Necessities Work Day 1 UMW Meeting 12:15pm 8 15 20 21 22 27 28 29 2 3 4 9 Beef -n- Noodle Supper 4:30p-6:30p 16 23 6pm - Council Meeting 30 10 11 17 18 24 Trivia Night 6pm 10am-12pm Bear Necessities Personal Care Pantry 25
Rock Falls United Methodist 210 4 th Avenue Rock Falls, IL 61071 (815) 625-0114 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED Non Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Permit #48 Rock Falls, IL 61071 Pastor Office Administrator Director of Music Ministries Organists Pianist Christian Education Director Director of Communications Rev. Dr. Solomon Sudhakar PhD Phone: (773)936-8979 solomonsudhakar@yahoo.com Danielle Jaso, Secretary Phone: (815)625-0114 rockfallsumc@gmail.com Kevin O Keefe Pat Simester Lori Kyger Tom Luther Lori Kyger Jodi Perez Janna Groharing Join us on Sunday, November 19th after service to decorate our beautiful church for the Hanging of the Greens! Beef - N - Noodles Dinner Thursday, November 9th 4:30pm - 6:30pm Adults - $8.00 Children - $4.00 Beef - N - Noodles, mashed potatoes, vegetable, a roll, dessert, and drink Custodian Craig Deem This newsletter is created by human hands directing modern technology. If you notice any errors, please let us know. We will be happy to make any corrections.