What s Happening Saint James United Methodist Church July 2018 Saint James UMC 2049 N. Honore Ave. Sarasota, Fl. 34235 Phone 941 377 6180 Fax 941 378 8911 E-mail faith.saintjames@gmail.com OUR MISSION OUR FINANCIAL PROGRESS We want to keep you up to date on the financial status of the church. As of 06/30/18. Annual Apportionments $25,018.00 Paid thru June 2018-16,945.00 BALANCE DUE $ 8,073.00 Starting Balance 8,100.00 Income June + 16,408.00 Transfer from Reserves + 10,000.00 Expense June - 25,557.00_ Ending balance $ 8,951.00 Thank you for being such faithful givers. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. Your Finance Team I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E : Pastor s Grace Notes Kudos to Did you Know? Calendar Volunteer List MARK YOUR CALENDAR July 4 office closed July 4 Fourth of July BBQ and Patriotic Concert July 22 - Music Sunday July 29 Outreach Sunday What s Happening
Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before God made anything at all and is supreme over all creation. Christ is the one through whom God created everything in heaven and earth. He made the things we can see and the things we can't see-- kings, kingdoms, rulers, and authorities. Everything has been created through him and for him. He existed before everything else began, and he holds all creation together. Christ is the head of the church, which is his body. He is the first of all who will rise from the dead, so he is first in everything. For God in all his fullness was pleased to live in Christ, and by him God reconciled everything to himself. Colossians 1:15-20 Happy 4 th of July! This is a great day of celebration of our Country s freedom and accomplishments. It is a time to reflect on those who gave their lives up so that we were free to celebrate. But it is also a time where we, the believers in Christ, remember that although we are blessed to be living as citizens in the United States of America, we are first and foremost citizens of God s Kingdom. And dual citizenship in these two kingdoms don t always agree. I am a proud American daughter whose daddy served in WWII. I am a proud American Mom and step Mom who has had three sons serve in the military of this great country. One of our sons continues to do so. I am a proud American who thanks God daily for the blessings of being able to live in this place where I can worship freely without persecution as is found in other countries. I consider myself patriotic. But I consider myself first and foremost a devoted Christian and strive to not confuse the two. Many consider being American as being Christian. This is no longer the case. We, as believers, need to be prepared when we need to make choices as to whether we will base our choices on being citizens of the U.S. or citizens of the Kingdom of God. When the decision is difficult, and you are torn between which choice to make, consider the passage above found in Colossians and then think over the history of the world. The great nations that ruled -- Rome, Greece, Egypt, England how powerful and great are they now? Do not be fooled. What we are blessed with now is no guarantee of being forever. And if the tides turn and rebellion against God becomes the sign of the times, which citizenship will you acknowledge USA or KoG? WEDNESDAY NIGHTS SUMMER SCHEDULE Worship at 6:30 followed by Doing Life Together groups at 7:00 pm Come on out and center on Jesus. No Worship or DLTs on July 4 th. Please join us for the BBQ (5:30) and Patriotic Concert (6:30). Please purchase tickets for BBQ in advance they are available in the church office. Fellowship Hall Building We would like to spruce up the Fellowship Hall over the next few months to allow us to make use of it and for other groups to use that area for meetings. We would appreciate any monetary contributions to purchase paint, painting supplies, floor stripper and wax for the floors. As for me and my family, we will serve the Lord our God. (Joshua 24:15c) This may make us unpopular at times, but then that is what Jesus warned us about. Yet, we know that when all is said and done, the only country to belong to is God s Country. The only the Kingdom that lasts is His Kingdom. The only way to be truly happy (not just pursuing it) is being an obedient citizen of the Kingdom of God. Happy Birthday America! May God continue to pour His blessings upon you. Thank you for the gift of being able to live here. Grant that I and my family may remain ever faithful to you first and then to this wonderful United States of America. We will worship you all the days of our lives no matter what kingdom we live for all kingdoms belong to you! Still worshipping the Alpha & Omega, Pastor Shirley
We Are A Praying People! Please remember the following in your prayers this month. Connect To be a family of believers who connect to God and each other Care To shine the light of Christ and welcome all we encounter encouraging worship, life groups, and spiritual growth. Commit To grow in faith through service to others both locally and globally. CORE VALUES: Loving Relationships: Honest & loving relationships: With God through a worshipful attitude and prayer With others through acceptance and grace to all Spiritual Growth Grow with the help and guidance of the Holy Spirit in a biblically centered, nurturing environment Compassionate Service Teamwork Offering help to others with humility and mutual respect Bishop & Mrs. Carter, Rev. & Mrs. Rini Hernandez, President Trump and Gov. Scott, all of our elected officials, Pastor Shirley & Rod, our staff, our church leaders, our Cub Scouts, Dr. Randall and Karen Morgan, Cecil and Marcia Mulvaney, Chip and Betty Newberger, Jim and Harriett Newcomb, David, Meg, Bella, Dawson and Anya Normandin and Tony Quinn Saint James Prayer Focus 2018 This year we will have a prayer focus each month. Please pray for these things daily. July s prayer focus will be: That everyone will be faithful in prayer this year That we will grow a deeper love for each other For the health of the congregation, both spiritual and physical Accomplish ministry in the context of relationships.
Trustees Current Wish List: Birthdays in July Command hooks all sizes One 9 foot Christmas tree 7 foot pre-lit Christmas trees Six 24 inch two-sided plain wreaths 24 inch plain wreaths July 5 July 16 July 18 July 21 July 22 July 27 Melissa Sandberg Rose Johnson Bernice Highberger Pastor Shirley Betty Johnson Karen Morgan Warm white LED Christmas lights 30 and 68 quart clear storage bins Anniversaries in July July 2 Otto and Jan Guenther July 22 Cecil and Marcia Mulvaney Please don't throw away, give away or rule anything out, before checking with one of your St. James Trustees. New items are appreciated as well. Thank you! Trustees: Bill Highberger, Jamie White, Nancy Winding, Sara Fleming
Kudos this month go to. Pastor Frank Sturgell for delivering the message in Pastor Shirley s absence...to all the DLT facilitators for leading the groups and the time they spend in preparation for the Bible studies.to the lawn teams for their time and efforts making the yards look so nice during the summer.to all the office volunteers for the time they so willing give to make the office run smoothly 2018 Shepherds Nancy & Jim Winding Head Shepherds Susan Bryant (A - Bn) Rose & Bill Johnson (Bo D) Judy Snodgrass (E Ha) Cyndi Andrasi (He J) Beatriz Lowery (K Mc) Marcia & Cecil Mulvaney (Mi N) Sennie Lansdowne (O So) Kathy & Mike Barbour (Sp Z).to all the cookie angels for providing us with goodies before and after worship each week Trustees Finance SPRC 2018 Leadership Team Bill Highberger, Jamie White, Nancy Winding and Sara Fleming Judy Shannon, Sennie Lansdowne, Fred Fowler and Bill Schroff Karen Kehrli, Susan Bryant, Marcia Mulvaney and Chip Newberger Lay Leader Normandin Nurture Team Leader Pat Dixon Outreach Team Leaders Kathy Barbour Lay Delegate Strait
Did you know? Because of your hospitality we will be hosting a 4 th of July barbeque and concert as a way of reaching out into the surrounding community Because of Yes Lord hearts eight (8) people will be serving at the Red Bird Mission in September Because faithful giving we have paid approximately 69.4% of our apportionments in the first 6 months of this year Because of your faithfulness, we are making a difference in the community that surrounds us. God is moving in wonderful ways. We just wanted to make sure you knew! Group Trips The first group trip will be in February 2019 to the Holy Land Experience in Orlando. Stay tuned for details in future newsletters and bulletins! Red Bird Mission Trip 2018 September 8-16 For further information please contact Strait or Normandin We welcome all children and grandchildren to our Kingdom Kids class at 10:00 a.m. during the worship service. We are using a new curriculum and we will be doing different and fun activities! We are currently collecting change to be used for the mission trip in September. Thank you for the support!
BAGS OF HOPE It s time to gather items for the next set of Bags of Hope. These are the items and the number of each item we currently need. Hats/Visors (50) Toothpaste (31) Hand Towels (47) Sunscreen (lotion/wipes only)(36) Toilet paper (38) Toothbrush (16) Fruit cups (44) Shampoo (50) Flip Flops (45) Bug Repellent (lotion/wipes)(50) Band Aids (80) Power Bars (25) The Bags of Hope will be assembled on July 29, 2018 Computer Classes For those who showed an interest in taking a computer class, they will be held each Wednesday of October 2018 at 11:30 a.m. Stay tuned for more information. CPR Training Learn to Knit or Crochet If you would like to learn to knit or crochet we have a group for you. The Kneedle Knots will be meeting July 2nd and 16 th at 6:30 p.m. in the library. The training is scheduled for July 17, 2018 3:00 5:00 p.m.in rooms 310 and 311. There is a $40 charge for the class (cash or credit card please, no checks.) Please sign up with Jean Flugel 941-343-0484 (please leave message) ASAP.
Yoga Classes Everyone who will be taking the yoga classes will need to purchase and bring a yoga mat (available at Target or Walmart). Those who are doing the mat yoga classes will also need an exercise strap, belt or towel. Classes will begin in July 3, 2018. Yoga Class Schedule Tuesdays: Thursdays: 4:00 chair yoga 3:00 - mat yoga 5:00 mat yoga 4:00 - chair yoga
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 4 5 6 Office closed 7 8 8:45 Kingdom Seekers 10:00 Worship Service 6:30 Crochet/ Knitting Group 7:00 NA 9 7:00 NA 5:00 Mat Yoga 10 5:00 Mat Yoga Office Closed 5:30 BBQ 6:30 Patriotic Concert 6:30 NA 7:30 GA 11 12:00 Prayer 6:30 NA 6:30 Worship 7:00 DLTs 7:30 GA 3:00 Mat Yoga 4:30 DLT 12 3:00 Mat Yoga 4:30 DLT 5:30 Village Oaks HOA 13 Office closed 14 15 8:45 Kingdom Seekers 10:00 Worship Service 16 6:30 Crochet/ Knitting Group 7:00 NA 17 3:00 CPR Training 5:00 Mat Yoga 18 12:00 Prayer 6:30 NA 6:30 Worship 7:00 DLTs 7:30 GA 19 3:00 Mat Yoga 4:30 DLT 7:00 Eastpointe HOA 20Office closed 21 22 8:45 Kingdom Seekers 10:00 Worship Service Music Sunday 23 6:30 Crochet/ Knitting Group 7:00 NA 24 5:00 Mat Yoga 25 12:00 Prayer 6:30 NA 6:30 Worship 7:00 DLTs 7:30 GA 26 3:00 Mat Yoga 4:30 DLT 27 Office closed 28 29 30 31 8:45 Kingdom Seekers 10:00 Worship Service Outreach Sunday 7:00 NA 5:00 Mat Yoga
VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE FOR JULY 2018 Date July 1 st 7 th Sunday of Pentecost Red Reader Kathy Barbour Prayer Warriors Various Audio Strait Visual Karen Kehrli Worship Welcome Team Cecil Mulvaney TL Jamie White Bernice & Bill Highberger Children's Sunday School N/A Communion Servers Rose & Bill Johnson Cyndi Andrasi Susan Bryant Discovery Devotion Leader July 4 th BBQ & Concert Counters Sennie Lansdowne Debbie Kleinsorge Building Closers Cecil & Marcia Mulvaney LAWN TEAM 6/30 Jamie White Michael Thomas Troy White June 8th 8 th Sunday of Pentecost Red Richard Sulik Strait Rod Groom Pat Dixon Bill Johnson TL Rose Johnson Margaret Hackett Beatriz Lowery Fred Fowler Marcia Mulvaney N/A A Firm Foundation Pastor, & Judy Snodgrass Harvey Howze Rose & Bill Johnson 7/7 Doug Chapman Terri Chapman Richard Sulik July 15 th 9 th Sunday of Pentecost Red Judy Shannon Rose Johnson Strait Cyndi Andrasi Kathy Barbour TL Mike Barbour Cyndi Andrasi Harvey Howze Judy Snodgrass Katie Michalski N/A A Firm Foundation Pastor, & Karen Kehrli Cyndi Andrasi Bill Highberger 7/14 Nueva Vida July 22 nd 10 th Sunday of Pentecost Red Mike Barbour Marcia Mulvaney Strait Karen Kehrli Sennie Lansdowne TL Jean Flugel Vera Bellanca Katie Milchalski Bernice Highberger Debbie Kleinsorge N/A A Firm Foundation Pastor, & Judy Snodgrass Katie Michalski Jean Flugel & Sennie Lansdown 7/21 The Haven July 29 th 11 th Sunday of Pentecost Rod Groom Pastor Shirley Rod Groom Cyndi Andrasi Pat Dixon Deb Kleinsorge Harvey Howze Marcia Mulvaney Fred Fowler Richard Sulik N/A A Firm Foundation Pastor, & Sennie Lansdowne Debbie Kleinsorge Rod Groom 7/28 Strait Pastor Shirley Rod Groom