September 2018 Jason s Journal Rev. Patti Money, Pastor Editor: Barb Parris The purpose of Jason Lee Memorial United Methodist Church is to CONNECT people to Christ Help people GROW in Christ and Help people SERVE Christ Jason s Journal is a monthly newsletter of Jason Lee Memorial United Methodist Church, 168 S. University, Blackfoot, ID 83221 Rev. Patti Money, Pastor All persons are welcome to worship each : Worship at 10:30 a.m. with communion celebrated the first of each month Free child care is provided E-mail: office@jlmumc.org, Web site www.jlmumc.org Church office telephone (208)785-3611 Office hours Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am 12 noon.
DATE ACOLYTE LITURGIST USHERS & GREETERS FELLOWSHIP Sound and Power Point Nursery Sept. 2 Gracie Fitzgerald Kathy Law Paul & Venita Fankhauser Marv & Barb Jones and Juanita Rose James M./ Sept. 9 Liam Martin Connor Martin Ray & Chelta Arens Chris Freeburne/ Ethan Freeburne Sept. 16 Greg Money Karole Honas Gary & Karen McKenzie Pete Fitzgerald/ Andy Fitzgerald Sept. 23 Susanna Money Marv Jones Mid Tsukamoto and Alice Konishi Diane Colson and Gary & Karen McKenzie Chris Nowacki/ James Money Sept. 30 Durin Savage Linda Elison Jim & Gayle Elison Theresa Tominaga and Kimi Tominaga Pete Savage If you are not going to be able to volunteer then please let the office know ahead of time SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS SEPTEMBER ANNIVERSARIES Sept. 3 Venita Fankhauser Sept. 7 Tony & Janet Martin (1) Sept. 3 Patti Money Sept. 12 Cleve Colson Sept. 17 Jack & Pat Miller (63) Sept. 17 Glena Davis Sept. 17 Nate Hastriter Sept. 20 Truman & Tracie Wilcox Sept. 17 Mary Jones (97) Sept. 18 Brianna Freeburne Sept. 22 Tom & Bobbie Drysdale (56) Sept. 18 Cary Shiosaki Sept. 18 Rebecca Stewart Sept. 20 Louise Johnston Sept. 21 Rebecca Battle Sept. 21 Megan Dalley Sept. 21 Ethan Freeburne Sept. 22 Dixie Jacky Sept. 23 Steve Martin Sept. 26 Becca Freeburne Sept. 28 Stan Buck Sept. 28 Karole Honas Sept. 28 Peggy Kie Sept. 29 Marge Atwood
Friends, I was brought up in a Christian home; my mom was raised in the Catholic tradition (and later became Protestant) and my dad became a Christian when I was four years old. One of our regular practices as a family was reading the Bible together. Each night after dinner we would break out our Bibles. We d start with Genesis and read at least one chapter every night. Most of the time, we were able to read through the Bible within a year. We did this from the time I could read to the time I left for college. Of course, I did my share of complaining, but now that I m an adult, I see what a difference that practice made in my faith. The Bible tells the story of God, which is also the story of us. It tells of God s work in the world, God s great love for us, and our response to God. It s a story of an allpowerful, loving God doing amazing things through ordinary human beings. It s a love story of a Creator who never gives up on His creation. The Bible serves as the basis for our faith and beliefs as Christians. Unfortunately, most Christians don t know the Bible very well. According to research, while 9 out of 10 households own a Bible, about 53% of Christians say they never read the Bible. Only 20% say that they have read the entire Bible. These days, even I struggle to read the Bible on a regular basis (not counting sermon preparation). It s time for us to get back to the basics. My goal for this year is for us as a congregation to become more Biblically literate. We re going to accomplish this in several ways. First, our fall sermon series is focusing on the most well-known stories in the Old Testament. In January and February, we ll focus on the New Testament. Second, in School, our youth and children will be using a curriculum designed to go through the entire Bible in a year. Third, we will make sure that anyone who is in third grade or older, who does not own a personal Bible, will be provided one. If that applies to you or your child, please let me know. If you would prefer a digital option, I highly recommend The Bible App, which you can find in your Android/Apple app store. This year, may our Jason Lee church family be more intentional about spending time in God s Word. Joy and peace, Pastor Patti
SEPTEMBER HAPPENINGS - 9:00 am AA - 10:30 am Worship School resumes Sept. 9-11:30 am Fellowship Hour Monday 10:00 am Women s Bible Study (first Monday of month at 12 Stones) Wednesday 11:00 am Jesus A Study class Wednesday Knit Wits on vacation for the summer Thursday 6:15 pm Bell Choir - 7:00 pm Choir Practice Aug. 30 7:00 pm Choir practice Sept. 3 Labor Day Office Closed Sept. 5 6:15 p.m. - Finance Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. Ad Council Meeting Sept. 9 School resumes Sept. 13 12:00 p.m. UMW Monthly Meeting 9:30 a.m. Executive Meeting Sept. 15 8:00 a.m. - Day of the Corn Sept. 17 10:00 a.m. Women s Bible Study (12 Stones this week, then Disciple Room) Sept. 19 10:00 a.m. Jesus - A Study class resumes Sept. 25 7:00 p.m. CDT Orientation everyone welcome DAY OF THE CORN On Saturday, September 15 th, the Community Dinner Table will have its Day of the Corn here at the church at 8:00 am. We have a really fun time working alongside others from the community while we blanch, cut from the cobs, put in baggies and freeze about 5000 ears of corn that will be used for the Tuesday dinners. We should be done by noon. Please come help if you can. Randy Shiosaki SUMMER SACK LUNCH PROGRAM The summer Sack Lunch Program provided free lunches for children age 1 to 18 each weekday from August 6 to August 17. This year the program was a joint project between Jason Lee Memorial United Methodist Church and The Community Dinner Table, Inc. This important ministry helps to fill the hunger gap for many children between the end of the school summer lunch program and the beginning of school. We fed almost 600 children this year. Thank you to all the many people who donated time, energy, food, etc. We could not fill this need without your help. Thank you. Linda Perry and Barb Parris Co-organizers
FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORT Minutes for Finance Meeting The committee met on Sept 5, 2018 at 6:15 pm. In attendance were: Pastor Patti, Shirley Brumfield, Debbie Reid-Oleson, Alan Hennebold, Diane Colson, and Dorothy Hunter. We are at 66.67% of the calendar year. This past month expenses were higher than the income so it was voted for apportionments to be $100.00 plus what had been designated from members. The amount will be $182.50. The next meeting will be October 3, 2018 at 6:15 pm. As chairman of the finance committee I would like to thank you for your generous giving. Blessings, Dorothy Hunter FELLOWSHIP HOUR SEPTEMBER 2018 Sept. 2 Marv & Barb Jones and Juanita Rose Sept. 9 Sept. 16 Sept. 23 Diane Colson and Gary & Karen McKenzie Sept. 30 Theresa Tominaga and Kimi Tominaga UNITED METHODIST WOMEN Our summer picnic was held August 23 at 5:00 pm at Louise Johnston s home. We enjoyed a wonderful pot-luck meal and enjoyed a very nice time of fellowship. Our monthly meeting will be Sept. 13 at noon in the Fellowship Hall. The Executive Meeting will be at 9:30 a.m. that morning. We will be planning our Fall activities. Wishing everyone a healthy, joyful summer. Thank You Cheryl Connelly
PRAYER CONCERNS Craig & Marge Atwood, Alec Carlson, Jennifer Connelly and children, Glena Davis, Edna Garrett Gyder, Debbie Hammett, Mary Jones, Pat Miller, Angelina Quilimaco, Jack Tominaga, members of the Armed Forces serving in harm s way, victims of violence, victims of natural disasters. METHODIST YOUTH FELLOWSHIP MYF would like to thank the church for their prayers and support of this ministry! MYF will take a summer break before resuming in the fall. Thanks, Becca IT S TIME TO SING! If you like to sing and have fun with a dedicated group of people, then CHOIR is just the thing for you! You don t read music? Not a problem! You can t attend all practices? Not a problem! Additional reasons to join? You have reserved seating in church! You don t have to decide what to wear under your choir robe! You can be a part of the music ministry of the church! Everyone 7 th grade to adult is invited. We will not practice on September 6 during Fair Week, but every Thursday after that at 7:00 p.m. (Choir room downstairs). We will begin singing in church on, September 9. Questions: Randi Lemieux 208-785-4452 or any choir member. See you there! DONATE YOUR RIDLEY S POINTS TO THE CHURCH We have registered JLMUMC with the Ridley s Advantage Program so that you are able to donate your advantage points to the church. A paper explaining all the details is in the Narthex next to the bulletins. We have already received a check from Ridley s from this program. What an easy and simple way to support the church!
Bible Reading Plan During our The Old Testament s Greatest Hits sermon series, we ll be looking at some of the most well-known stories in the Old Testament. In order to become familiar with the entire story, you are encouraged to read the following passages each week, in preparation for s sermon. Most importantly, it will allow you to know the Bible, and God, better. If you do not own a Bible, Pastor Patti has some extra Bibles. Let her know, and she will happily give you one. Week Prior to Scripture Passage Topic September 2 Genesis 6-8 Noah and the Ark September 9 Genesis 12- Abraham 16;18;21 September 16 Genesis 37;39-41 Joseph September 23 Joshua 5&6 Battle of Jericho September 30 1 Samuel 17 David and Goliath October 7 Book of Esther Esther October 14 Daniel 3 Fiery Furnace October 21 Daniel 6 Daniel in Lion s Den October 28 Jonah 1-4 Jonah and the Whale