The Methodist A Publication of The Seward United Methodist Church 1400 North 5 th Street Seward, NE 68434 Church Office: (402) 643-4156 Worship Schedule 8:30 a.m. Blended Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Praise Worship The church office will be closed Thursday, November 24th and Friday, November 25th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Thanksgiving Services Sunday, November 20th 8:30 am and 10:30 am Services You are invited to bring items for FoodNet. The food will be brought up and placed in front of the altar during the offering. A list of needed items will be coming as a bulletin insert. Charge Conference Meeting Sunday, November 13th - 3PM Fellowship Hall All are Welcome & Encouraged to Attend **The Trustees are asking for volunteers to stay after the meeting to tear out carpet in the Fellowship Hall TBD Lay Leadership Comm 7:00 PM - Parlor Wed Nov 2 Witness Committee 5:30 PM - Parlor Mon Nov 14 Bldg Fund Committee 6:30 PM - Parlor Mon Nov 14 Nurture Committee 7:00 PM - UMYF Tues Nov 15 Worship Committee 1:00 PM - Parlor Tues Nov 15 BBCDC Board 6:00 PM - Parlor Tues Nov 15 M&O Committee 7:00 PM - Parlor Thur Nov 17 Trustees Committee 7:00 PM - Parlor Tues Nov 29 Faith Comm Nursing 5:30 PM - Parlor Thur Dec 8 Finance Committee 7:00PM - Parlor Please note that our worship service is recorded for broadcast. Attendance implies your willingness for you and/or your children under your care to be photographed or recorded on video for whatever uses the church deems appropriate. Watch us on Cable 13 at 9:30 p.m. on Sunday and/or 10:00 a.m. Thursday mornings DVD s are being provided for the senior adult homes
robert s reflection the autumn leaf does not return in spring she buried down to earth outside my window while i watched today the tree from which she sprang buds again but she is gone forever gone all temporary forms creation takes are only once every time a curtain rises the entire cast is new please don t withhold applause or wait until you have a clearer view ~ robert I want to thank all of you who gave me notes of appreciation for pastor s appreciation month in October. I did not even know there was such a thing. They were very encouraging, and set you apart as a great congregation who loves and supports their pastor. I also appreciate your support and prayers this past week while I was ill. Receiving cards can be such an important ministry, which you as a care team/card ministry do so well. I continue to thank God for allowing me to serve in this place and you make it even more special by being the church that does things in the community. It is no wonder Seward UMC is such a strong and great church carrying out God s ministry of making disciples and transforming the world. Thanks for being a wonderful community in which to serve God. In appreciation, Pastor Robert
I will give thanks to you, LORD, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. Psalm 9:1 Sunday School Leaders Sunday, November 6 th will find us sharing new Bible Storybooks and Bibles with our Kindergarten and Third Graders. Letters were mailed with details for children to attend either the 8:30 or 10:30 service that day to receive their gift of God s Word. If children are unable to attend, please contact Jo Ellen to make arrangements to receive this gift. These new Bibles will allow children to read God s Word at Sunday School, worship, and also at home with their loved ones; their first and most important teachers of faith. You are invited to attend a thanksgiving gathering on Sunday, November 6 th at 11:45 in the Parlor. Bring your favorite dish to share we will also hand out new curriculum. Hope to see you there! Many thanks are extended to Vernon and Sue Curtis, and their lovely friends, who hosted a great hayride and bonfire evening for our entire church family! We had so much fun and your graciousness and kindness is appreciated! Thank you to all who took part in the Crop Walk for Seward County and to those who donated to help relieve hunger. The ministerial association thanks you!
Many thanks to Vern & Sue Curtis for hosting the wonderful hayrack/bonfire. It was a beautiful day and fun for all!
Thanks to everyone who contributed to the Fire Suppression/HVAC fund in helping us to reach our July goal. Unfortunately, we have approximately $229,000 left to be able to replace the old boiler system which covers all but the sanctuary, narthex and front entry. We are asking each of you who have not given to this fund and those that have already given to prayerfully consider either making a contribution or adding to the contribution you have already given. As you can see from the picture, the current system is being held together by a bandage and could fail at any time. Samantha West & Nathan Phillips Also welcome Janine & Izzy Marker and Leonard & Rose Sitzman. Pictures at a later date. Seward United Methodist Church will be celebrating our sesquicentennial (150 year anniversary) in August 2017. We need individuals who would be willing to serve on a planning committee to help make this a memorable event. Please call the church office or talk to someone on staff to let us know.
will be entertaining UMW Lunch Reservations There will be a free-will donation accepted the day of the luncheon. In order for us to have an accurate count (seating is limited), we ask that you reserve your seat after church services on November 20th and November 27th or by calling Jean Kinnamon at 402-643-4172 by November 30th. Bright Beginnings CDC THE UNITED METHODIST WOMEN INVITE YOU TO JOIN THEM FOR THEIR ANNUAL CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON ON WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2016 IN THE FELLOWSHIP HALL AT 11:30 AM RESERVATIONS BY NOVEMBER 30TH RSVP JEAN KINNAMON 402-643-4172 SCHS Swing Choir and UMW CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON UMW Calendar Reminders: November 2nd 1:30 pm UMW Unit Meeting in Fellowship Hall th November 10 Evening UMW at 7 pm in Fellowship Hall th November 12-13 Annual Church Bazaar November 16th UMW Reading Group at Maxine Moore s 5:30 pm Thanks for Clipping Labels The Campbell s Labels for Education program has ended, but by the end date, Epworth Village had received 554,297 labels equaling $6200. This money is being used to buy computers and lap tops for the Epworth School. Although Cambells is no longer redeeming labels, the General Mills Box Tops for Education IS STILL ACTIVE. Each box top is worth 10. Your snipping makes a difference at Epworth Village. Thank you.
Methodist Church Annual Bazaar Saturday, November 12 Coffee Shop opens 8:30 am Kountry Kitchen and Gift Shop open 9:00 am DID YOU KNOW THAT: SUMC MEMBERS OF ALL AGES can contribute to the success of this year s ANNUAL CHURCH BAZAAR? BAZAAR TIPS & INFORMATION SHEETS are available from the UMW bulletin board? Dates, times and instructions for donating are included. BAZAAR COMMITTEE MEMBERS ARE HAPPY ANSWER QUESTIONS? If you are interested in volunteering or have questions, contact: Holly Matzke (Kountry Kitchen), Marty Bender (Coffee Shop), Jeanne Gee, Nancy Eitel, or Connie Doehring (Gift Shop) OUR Grandmother s Flower Garden SILENT AUCTION QUILT (106 x 90 ) IS DISPLAYED in a Narthex window? ALL FUNDS RAISED WILL SUPPORT: (1) 2017 summer church camp scholarships, (2) mission & outreach projects, (3) needs of our church facility? SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12TH 8:30 am Coffee Shop Opens SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH 9:00 am Gift Shop Opens Annual Bazaar Celebrating 60+ Years!! December 1952.. Wesleyan Service Guild members hosted a Christmas Bazaar and raised $156. $1,393 in today s dollars! 64 years later the Seward Annual Church Bazaar continues the tradition of a holiday bazaar raising funds to meet the needs of this church family as well as the needs of women and children Join the United Methodist Women as they celebrate 60+ years of bringing our congregation together to: Discover just the right gift for a loved one, Enjoy relaxing with friends in coffee shop Share our talents, hobbies and cooking/baking skills, Fundraise for (1) 2017 summer camp scholarships (2) Church facility needs (3) Mission & outreach efforts, Contribute to another SUCCESSFUL CHURCH BAZAAR!
The Seward United Methodist Church Foundation is in its 9th year. The Foundation has established eight funding areas to help direct where memorial gifts October 2nd could be used. Remember, only the interest generated from the gifts are used for church related needs. Target goals have been developed for each area to help identify ones that need funding. Of the eight areas, Unrestricted, Missions, Building/Facilities, Witness, and Education are currently under target goals. If you feel you would like to help, just specify an area in writing when you contribute. The remaining areas are Worship/Music, Scholarships/Camperships, and Technology. Monthly Budget: $31,930 September 2016 Donations: $ 21,781 Expenses: $ 31,740 New Flooring is scheduled to be installed in the Fellowship Hall on Monday, November 14th through Friday, November 18th. No one will be able to use the hall on those days. **Volunteers are needed to stay after Charge Conference to tear out the old carpeting to save some money. Donations: General Operating & Mission Shares Expenses: Budgeted Items Only November 27th is United Methodist Student Day. As one of the six special Sundays of the United Methodist Church, there will be a special offering to support students at United Methodist colleges and universities. One hundred percent of your gift will go to scholarships to help United Methodist students achieve their educational goals. November 27th Work on the fire suppression system continues as the worker s had to bring a lift in the sanctuary. They were very careful and drove it on plywood down the hallway. They would take it outside on Friday night and bring it back on Monday. They also had to move the pews out of the way to access all areas. Last report for completion was mid-november as they have to set-up scaffolding in the balcony, work with the electrician, add some sprinkler heads and do some cleanup.
Family Pitch Night is scheduled for Sunday, November 20th. Please bring your family and join us for a game of pitch. You are welcome to bring a snack to share. All Music Christmas Services Sunday, December 18 8:30 & 10:30 Services Chancel Choir, Praise Team, Bell Choir, Cross Fire, and God s Squad, along with Organ, Trumpet and Piano! PRAYERS AND CONCERNS Please remember those who were lifted up in prayer for on-going health concerns. Prayers For: Continued strength and comfort for Arnold Boldt who is recovering from foot surgery at the Seward Hospital. POINSETTIAS The time is here to start thinking about Christmas Poinsettias. Please turn this form into the office by Monday, December 12, 2016. You can send this form to our office at 1400 North 5th. Poinsettias need to be in the sanctuary by noon, Saturday, December 17th. Name Number of Poinsettias In Memory of In Honor of
Children s Christmas Program Sunday, December 11 Pre-School 10:30 Service K-8 8:30 &10:30 Services Sunday, December 18 th : as part of the Seward County Christmas Festival, join the Progressive Open House and Goodie Gala! Five churches will open its doors for a festive open house, music and seasonal goodies. CELEBRATE THE SEASON by visiting these churches: 1:30-2:00 The Rock 237 S. 3rd Street 2:15-2:45 Mighty Fortress 252 N. 6th Street 3:00-3:30 Living Word 1300 Hillcrest Drive 3:45-4:15 St. Vincent de Paul 152 Pinewood Ave. 4:30-5:00 Seward United Methodist 1400 North 5th December 2016 Calendar December 11: December 18: December 18: December 24: Children s Christmas Program 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. All Music Sunday (All Music Groups will participate) 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Christmas Open House from 4:30-5:00 for the public to vis it. We will offer music, see the Church decorations and have Christmas fellowship and goodies. 5:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Service (more children friendly) ending in candlelight. 7:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Service ending with candlelight. December 25: One Service beginning at 11:00
Phone 402-643-2141 Email: bbcdcseward@gmail.com Check us out on our Facebook page Bbcdcseward Lots of pictures of kids and activities Thanksgiving Celebration meal for all volunteers and board members of Bright Beginnings CDC will be held from 11-1 on November 22 nd. Christmas program for Bright Beginnings CDC will be Sunday December 11 th at 4 pm followed by a soup supper. Everyone is invited to attend to help celebrate Christ s birth with us. Infant Room 1 Infant Room 2 Pre-Toddler Room Toddler Room Pre-School Room Pre-K Room School Age Room
Seward United Methodist Church 1400 North 5th Street Seward, Nebraska 68434 Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage Paid Seward, NE Permit No. 62 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED Label NOVEMBER Issue Church Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. M-F Phone: 402-643-4156 Fax: 402-643-4159 Email: umcseward@gmail.com Website: www.sewardumc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/sewardunitedmethodist Robert Henre, Pastor rhenre@greatplainsumc.org (402) 803-9216 Jo Ellen Axthelm, Ministry Assistant joellenaxthelm@gmail.com Every Member, Minister BBCDC: 402-643-2141 ~ DECEMBER ~ MAILBOX DEADLINE Tuesday, November 15th Submit News by NOON Drop off your article at the office, call Sandy at the church office OR e-mail articles to umcseward@gmail.com UMW Local Church Activities Chair persons for NOVEMBER are: Carole Briggs 402-643-2304 Janet Matzke 402-643-3020