August 26th - September 8th Pages Table of Contents Sections 2 3 3 3-4 5 5 6-9 9 10 Welcome Tim Eck Worship Arts Ministry Team Renewal Leave Team Youth Ministry Team Membership Care Ministry Team Service in Mission Ministry Team Spiritual Formation Ministry Team Communications Ministry Team Calendar Note: If you don t see your Ministry Team/Group it s because you didn t submit anything for THIS Navigator. The Navigator is a bi-weekly email-blast. If you need to submit something send to the Comm. Team Email: Communications-Team@faithumchurch.org
Welcome Tim Eck Timothy Eck, Worship Arts Coordinator and Director of Chancel Music Timothy J. Eck hails from Lebanon, Pennsylvania, about 15 miles east of Hershey. Tim most recently served as Director of Music and Office Manager at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Camp Hill, PA. from 2010 to August 2017. Tim also taught High School Choral Music in the Lebanon School District from 1990 to 2012 where he conducted 7 choirs and directed and produced the spring musicals. Tim s church music ministry began in 1984 at a Lutheran church in Lebanon, PA. He has worked in several Lutheran churches, and has also served United Methodist and Episcopal congregations. Tim has conducted community choirs, celebration choirs, and served as Guest Conductor for the Indiana County Choral Festival and the Sullivan/Tioga/ Bradford Choral Festival. He has served as a guest choral clinician, adjudicator and panelist, and also spent some years as Music Director at the renowned Sight and Sound Theater in Strasburg, Pennsylvania. Tim is father to a very talented 14 year old son, Jeremy. Tim is currently residing in Cuyahoga Falls.
Worship Arts Ministry Team Audio/Visual help needed. All 3 Services are in need of volunteers who are able to be trained to help put together PowerPoint/MediaShout presentations and to run them during the services. We also could use people who are interested in helping with sound, as well. Any level of commitment is welcome. Interested or want more information? Contact James Ferguson at jferguson@ faithumchurch.org or Tim Eck, the NEW Worship Arts Coordinator at teck@faithumchurch.org Meet and Greet Opportunities What: There is an opportunity to come meet Tim Eck our new Worship Arts Coordinator and Director of Carol Choir, Chancel Choir, and Schola Cantorum. When: Wednesday, August 30 at 6:00 pm for interested 4th grade to 6th grade singers and parents. (pizza and snacks dinner) Where: Robinson Hall Come Back to Choir. Wednesday, September 6th is the day to Come on Back to Choir. Rehearsals will resume for the 2017-2018 program year beginning with Carol Choir (4th Grade through 6th Grade) beginning at 5:00 pm. Followed by Chancel Choir 7:30-9:00pm. These rehearsals will take place in the Sanctuary. Renewal Leave Team Drum Circle with Spiritual Director and Soul Shepherd, Debbie Baker Wednesday, September 6 at 6:00pm. Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 10. Rev. Dr. Phil Maynard, coach, systems thinker, and author of the book, Membership to Discipleship: Growing Mature Disciples Who Make Disciples, the resource that our Discipleship Worship Series, will be our guest in worship. Join us for lunch and Phil s workshop, Connect. Creating a Culture of Relationships that Matter at 12:00 pm. Saint Hildegard and the Greening Power of God with Spiritual Director Sharon Seyfarth Garner Wednesday, September 13 at 6:00 pm. These events are all made possible because of the Lilly grant supporting Pastor Steve s renewal leave. Youth Ministry Team Youth Group Kick Off: Welcome to a new year and a new time of story telling. Our Youth Group Kick Off will be August 27th at 6:30 in the Youth Room. Come out for a time of fun, worship and games and prepare to start a new year around the fires of the best story ever told. Bring your friends. Bring your cat. Bring your dog. Bring your questions, but most of all bring yourself. Youth Fall Program: Our Fall Youth Program will be held on Sunday nights at 6:30. Our Wednesday night program for the Youth will alternate between service projects and fun events after our dinner together at 6:00 pm. We hope to see any student from 6th-12th grade as much as you are able to attend. Youth Fall Retreat and Canoe Trip When: September 15th-16th 6pm at Faith UMC. $10 per student See Amy Ferguson for details.
27 AUGUST Are you Ready for the Story? Faith United Methodist Church Welcome to a new year and a new time of story telling! Our Youth Group Kick Off will be August 27th at 6:30 in the Youth Room. Come out for a time of fun, worship and games and prepare to start a new year around the fires of the best story ever told. Bring your friends! Bring your cat! Bring your dog! Bring your questions, but most of all bring yourself!
Membership Care Ministry Team Congratulations: Carson James was born on July 27, 2017, to Jimmy and Rachel McClellan of Dubuque Iowa. Proud grandparents are John and Penny McClellan. Church Family Thank you notes received from (note posted on bulletin board): Evelyn Hewett We extend our deepest sympathy to: The family of Delbert Larrick on the death of Delbert who passed away August 15. Chuck and Beth Standley on the recent death of Chuck s father. The family of Eileen Conley on the death of Eileen who passed away August 15. Office Ministry: Please visit the LOST AND FOUND table in the gathering area. There are several things on the table that may belong to you or your children. What s going on? Sometimes it s too hot in the sanctuary, sometimes it s too cold in the sanctuary. Please bear with us as we attempt to find a solution to the problems with the air conditioning unit. It is not a simple fix and we have contacted another vendor to help us figure out a solution. Please bring a sweater or jacket next week just in case. Thanks for your patience. Second Wind Ministry: Join us in September for another program of beautiful music. Joanne Fox will bring her dulcimer and share a bit of her history with the instrument. Program: A Dulcimer Journey Speakers: Joanne Fox When: Tuesday, September 12th. Snacks and drinks at 12:45 in Robinson Hall Cost: $1/person for refreshments Church Bus Pickups: Danbury at 12:20, Waterford 12:30 Contact: Betsy Douce by Sunday, September 10th, with your reservation 330.494.3337 or BetsyDouce@yahoo.com Service in Mission Ministry Team Canton Calvary Mission is requesting peanut butter and jelly for the month of September Faith Kitchen: For September, we would like cereal. There is a bin in the hallway marked Food Pantry/Faith Kitchen where the items for the month can be placed.
Spiritual Formation Ministry Team Adult Faith Formation and Discipleship: Fall into Faith and Get Connected at Faith UMC Fall Adult Groups are now forming. Contact Kathy Schmucker if you are interested in coordinating an adult group experience for fall. Art in Service of the Sacred: Arts Ministry Discussion, Tuesday, August 29 at 6:30 pm. First Tuesday Prayer Service: Please join us right after the Labor Day Weekend on Tuesday, September 5th at 8:30 am in the Chapel for First Tuesday. All are invited as Rev. Linda Reynolds will share her thoughts. She was particularly enthusiastic about the Youth Mission Trip this year maybe she will share some of that with us. Come learn about the depth of her faith in God. Coordinator: Jan Baker Entrusted, Women s Study: begins Wednesday, September 6 at 9:00am. Facilitator: Linda Reynolds. Connecting Faith and Life: Wednesday Night Faith Connections Adult Group, begins September 6th. Dinner at 6:00 pm followed by adult groups. Topics and facilitators very each week. Theology for the Times: A Way Forward, Discussion with Pastor Cara begins September 20 and 27 Color and Pray in the Garden: Friday, September 8 at 10:00 am. Join us for a time of reflection, prayer, and coloring. Facilitator: Kathy Schmucker The Bible Jesus Read: Sundays at 9:45 am beginning September 10. The Bible Jesus Read is an exploration of the Old Testament. Grow your faith, make new friends, and engage in some lively discussion. Facilitator: Janice Golden Connect. Creating a Culture of Relationships that Matter: Luncheon and Workshop on September 10th with guest presenter, Rev. Dr. Phil Maynard, author of the book Membership to Discipleship. John the Gospel of Light and Life: Monday, September 11 at 7:00 pm. Facilitator: Wes Bullock
Entrusted: Women s Study, begins Tuesday, September 12 at 6:30pm. Facilitators: Sue Bell and Laura Luikart. Theology for the Times: Discussion with Pastor Cara, Friday, September 15 at 12:00 pm at Beyesley s Restaurant. Join us in engaging in Theology for our Times lunch conversations to inform faithful living. Miracles by Eric Metaxas, new Men s Life Study, Saturday September 16 at 7:00 am at Beyesly s Restaurant, Facilitator: Kim Reynolds The Common Table Cultural Cooking Class The first class is Sunday, October 1, 12:30 3:30 pm in Faith UMC s kitchen and will feature Fatima from Morocco. Class size is limited to 12 people. Suggested donation for the class is $30 per person for meal ingredients and supplies and an honorarium for our guest cooking instructor. Register online at faithumchurch.org/adult-groups.html Hurry. Only a few openings remain. Coordinator: Donna Benzing To learn more about other opportunities for adults happening at Faith UMC, visit faithumchurch.org or contact Kathy Schmucker, Spiritual Formation Director, at kschmucker@faithumchurch.org or call 330-499-6040, ext 107 or 330-224-6138. Wednesday Night Faith Connections begins September 6 Dinner at 6:00 pm followed by program and activities for all children, youth and adults. Leave the cooking to us and join us for fun, food, faith and fellowship. faithumchurch.org/wednesday-night-faith-connections.html Wednesday Night Schedule 5:00 pm: Cherub and Carol Children s Choirs Rehearsal 6:00 pm: Dinner and Worship for all ages in Robinson Hall 6:30-8:00 pm: Wednesday Youth 6:30-7:30 pm: Faith Wonder Kids 7:30-8:00 pm: Faith Wonder Kids Extended 6:45-8:00 pm: Adult Groups 7:30-9:00 pm: Chancel Choir Rehearsal Guest Artist September 6: Debbie Baker, Drum Circle Facilitator Come join the circle and discover African drums, frame drums and multiple rhythm instruments. We will play to the beat of our hearts and songs of our souls. Find out how drums are an instrument of communication and healing. Playing in a circle brings a new song all its own. Guest Artist September 13: Saint Hildegard and the Greening Power of God, Rev. Sharon Seyfarth Garner, Spiritual Director and author of Praying with Mandalas. Guest Artist October 4: Cathy Kapikian, Distinguished Artist in Residence, Wesley Theological Seminary Opportunities to Serve Wednesday Nights at Faith UMC offer a wonderful opportunity for all ages to gather for fun, food, faith, and fellowship. There are opportunities to be part of our Wednesday Night Meal Team as servers, food preparers, and clean up assistants as well as opportunities to serve with children, youth, and adult programs. Contact Kathy Schmucker, Gary Jones, Amy Ferguson or John Hartzell to learn more.
Back to School Prayer Stations August 20 September 1 Join us in praying as our students go back to school. Prayer stations will be set up at Faith UMC to guide us all in praying for our students, families, and our community as we go Back to School this fall. All are welcome to come and pray at your convenience during church hours. Fall Kick-Off Sunday, August 27 Fall into Faith as we prepare for our fall season of ministry. Come learn about Choirs, Youth, Children s Sunday School, 3rd Grade Bible Presentation, Adult Groups, and more. Children and Families Faith Formation and Discipleship: Faith UMC Children s Sunday School 9:45 and 11:00 on Sunday Mornings Fall Sunday School begins September 3 New curriculum Deep Blue Learn and Serve September Theme: Judges and Kings September Anchor Point: We listen to God. September Bible Verse: Speak. Your servant is listening. (1 Samuel 3:10) Weekly Family Devotions available at the Children s Welcome Station NEW Download the Deep Blue Adventure App: Watch the Deep Blue Bible Storybook come alive when using the Bible Storybook app. www.deepbluekids.com/app.html Try this Family Devotion based on 1 Samuel 1 with your family: PRAY TOGETHER ASK: What are some ways that we pray to God? How do our bodies look when we pray? How do our voices sound? (Child may discuss bowing head, clasping hands, closing eyes, praying out loud, praying together, singing, and so forth.) SAY: Today, let s learn a way to pray with our whole bodies, just like Hannah did. Let s do it together. This prayer is about remembering that God is everywhere. You can pray like this anytime. Stand facing your child. Stretch your arms up in the air and say, God above me. Crouch down and place your hands on the ground and say, God below me. Stand and stretch your arms in front of you and say, God before me. Stretch your arms behind you and say, God behind me. Spread your arms out to the sides and say, God beside me. Place your hands on your chest and say, God within my heart. Amen. Repeat a few times, modifying as needed given your abilities and the abilities of your child. Fall Sunday School ~ Opportunities to Serve Sunday mornings at 9:45 and 11:00 Share the love of Christ with children this Fall by serving in our Fall Sunday School as a preschool or elementary age teacher or helper. Training and materials are provided. Contact: Kathy Schmucker or Joni Hendricks for more information. Spiritual Practices and Resources: Library Reader Gathering- Faith UMC is blessed with the opportunity to read to Faith Friend s Learning Center Students on Tuesday mornings during the school year. If you would like to be involved as a reader, please contact Betsy Gorrell, Nancy Share, or Donna McDaniels, Faith UMC s Library and Media Center Coordinators, and join us for this special gathering on Tuesday, August 30 at 9:30am in Faith UMC s Library to learn more.
Discipleship Journey Worship Series and Resources Faith UMC s Discipleship Group encourages you to check out the Discipleship Survey and Discipleship Resources as we engage in Faith UMC s Discipleship Worship Series. Books and resources can be found on the Discipleship Resource shelf in the adult section of Faith UMC s Library. These resources were made possible by 2020 funding. In September be sure to pick up a red prayer stone for the Life of Service, the next phase of our sermon series to add to your Discipleship Prayer Stone Bag. Join us in praying for our growth in discipleship as individuals and as a congregation. Access the Discipleship Survey on Faith UMC s website: faithumchurch.org/discipleship-matrix.html Spiritual Practices and Resources: Two-Click Shopping Helps to Support Faith Cokesbury We know 1-click shopping is convenient, but Faith s Spiritual Formation Ministry Team encourages you to make an extra click to help support Faith UMC. Check out the shopping links on Faith UMC s home page. 1.) Shop Online through the special links on Faith s website and support Faith s Spiritual Formation Ministries. http://www.faithumchurch.org/online-shopping.html and click on the special links to Cokesbury and Amazon. 2.) Purchases must be made through the special links from Faith UMC s website for Faith UMC to receive the rebate from your purchases. Once you click on those links, you use your personal Amazon and Cokesbury accounts to place your order. 3.) The more items ordered, the higher percentage of rebate we earn. Help spread the word about how to support Faith UMC through these online shopping links. Thank you for your support. Communications Ministry Team 2017 Living Faith Calendar Sponsor Squares We are working on the 2018 Living Faith and would like to invite you to support by advertising your own company or work place by purchasing Calendar Squares or by submitting a personal for ex: In remembrance of someone or Celebrating 50 years of Marriage or In Honor of our Graduates etc. $75.00 for one calendar square $100.00 for two calendar squares Size A: (w = 1.375 x h = 1.1875 ) Size A: (w = 2.75 x h = 1.1875 ) includes months: includes months: Jan-August, October, and November Jan-August, October, and November Size B: (w = 1.375 x h = 1 ) Size B: (w = 2.75 x h = 1 ) includes months: includes months: September and December September and December Contact: Jennie Parsh-Schrader at jparsh-schrader@faithumchurch.org or call 330.499.6040 ext.103 Communications/Outreach Ministry Teams What: People/Volunteers/Team Members to help in projects; ei. Living Faith, Website Project, etc. Next Team Meeting: Tuesday, September 26th at 5:30pm in the Conference Room. Contact: Jennie Parsh-Schrader at jparsh-schrader@faithumchurch.org or 330.499.6040 ext.103
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