FAIRFAX MESSENGER JULY 2014 Fairfax United Methodist Church 305 N. Broadway P.O. Box 318 Fairfax, MO. 64446 Office Hours: 8:00 am 12:00 pm Mon Thurs Office: 660-686-3314 Fax: 660-686-9505 Email: umc@fairfaxmo.net Website: www.fairfaxumc.net Sunday Worship: Sunday School - 9:30 am Worship - 10:30 am Channel 61 Broadcast - Tues. 4:00 pm Wednesdays: Promise Keepers - 6:00 am Pastor Roger Cary Pastor s Hours: 8:00 am 12:00 pm Tues Thurs Fri & Sat: by appt Study: 660-686-3314 Cell: 660-623-0427 Email: fairfaxumc@fairfaxmo.net Mailing Address: Pastor Roger Cary PO Box 308 Fairfax, MO 64446 Pastor s Corner Real independence requires dependence - Rev. Roger Cary Sounds quite confusing doesn t it? The month of July is upon us and we have much (as Americans) to celebrate. On the fourth we celebrate our independence as a country. This is not the day we became truly free, it is the day independence was declared by those who gathered in Philadelphia. The war for Independence which had begun in 1775 would not end and solidify our independence until 1778. What could this have to do with our understanding of a Christian life? I would suggest that as we reflect on this we look into our own life. The Apostle Paul tells the church in Galatia, You were called to freedom, brothers and sisters; only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for self-indulgence, but through love become slaves to one another. (Gal. 5:13 NRSV) According to Paul our freedom is only good if we accept responsibility and take full accountability for it. If, however, you bite and devour one another, take care that you are not consumed by one another. (Gal. 5:15 NRSV) Freedom s only good as long as we act rightly upon this freedom, offering and sharing it with all that we encounter. Freedom then, our freedom in Christ, and in our own community can only be truly achieved through acts of love and kindness (charity) to each other. Maybe this is why it is so difficult to live this freedom out in real ways. To agree that independence requires our dependence on something much greater than our own understanding. When we walk with the Lord, in the light of his word ; this opening stanza from the hymn Trust and Obey has often been used to deny an independence based on Jesus Christ and yet immediately it tells us to look to Jesus and depend on him for our independence. In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things came into being through him, and without him not one thing came into being. What has come into being 4 in him was life, and the life was the light of all people. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it. Jn. 1:1-5 NRSV We enter summer with a longer period of daylight. This allows each of us less excuse to bring the darkness of oppression to others, instead offering the light of freedom and independence. Let anyone who is thirsty come to me Jesus continues in John 7:37c. Wow, anyone, not those you or I may want to keep out, anyone is offered this drink. And with this Jesus creates a war within our own lives as we fight for independence from sin and move to dependence on the grace of God. Trusting and hearing God tell us to go, love thy neighbor as thyself. Continued on page 2
Continued from page 1 The battle will be personal and difficult. Jesus tells us that he sends us out like sheep to the wolves. We must fight not to become one of the wolves ourselves. Real independence then requires dependence on God s mercy and grace to continue to walk this and lead others to lasting discipleship. We look forward to seeing you Sunday mornings as we continue our series No Perfect people Allowed. June 29-Abrahms and Isaac; July 6-Isaac s Servant and Isaac s Marriage; July 13-The Twins, Esau and Jacob; July 20-Jacob s Struggle; July 27-Deceit in the marriage of Jacob. The texts are found on the calendar insert. All are from Genesis. May you come prepared to experience God in concrete ways that speak to you. Foods Resource Bank Annual Gathering You are invited to celebrate with us in another year of growing lasting solutions to hunger! Your part in FRB is vital to our work - and we want to recognize that. Please join us in Kansas City August 1 & 2. Agenda and Accommodations: Friday, August 1st - join us for the kickoff event at the Guetterman Brother's Farm in Bucyrus, KS with BBQ, live music, ice cream and fun for the whole family. Saturday, August 2nd - a daylong meeting at Central Church of the Nazarene (Lenexa, KS) with a keynote panel and breakout sessions on hunger issues, advocacy, climate change, farming and more! Accommodations - A hotel block has been reserved at the Holiday Inn Express Olathe. Call (913) 397-0100 for reservations. This event is being co-hosted by FRB, the John Deere Foundation, the Bucyrus KS Growing Project and Nazarene Compassionate Ministries. Please see Bob Sefrit with more questions. You can register by going to: www.foodsresourcebank.org/annual-meeting and then click on the Register Now... button. Helping Hands of Friendship Do you need some help with a small project! Or perhaps you need transportation to a doctors appointment or help with small errands? The Fairfax United Methodist Church would like to extend a hand of friendship by helping members of the Fairfax Community! Please call the Methodist church office (686-3314) and give a brief description of the job/errands you need completed, or the time and place of appointments. If leaving a message, we will also need your name, address and phone number. Then we will have someone from the Helping Hands team call you back to discuss the details and let you know if it s a project that we can successfully handle.
Festival of Sharing You may donate good used glasses, new or good used blankets, and would appreciate members who sew to make some drawstring bags in solid color material 17"x24"(would like at least 10), any time during the summer. June July August September October 8th Toilet paper, 4 double rolls 15th Good quality paper towels two per package 22nd Large rectangular box facial tissue 29th Tall kitchen trash bag 6th 6oz or larger fluoride toothpaste & one comb or brush, two disposable razors 13th Toothbrush in original package, deodorant 20th Bath sized bar soap, wash cloth, hand towel 27th 11-14oz skin lotion, 11-14oz shampoo 3rd 3oz bottle hand sanitizer, chap stick, fleece throw 10th wash cloth, deodorant, tooth brush 17th box medicated facial cleansing pads (ex. Stridex), men's body spray or small package feminine pads or tampons 24th 3 ink pens, 1 journal, 1 travel sized lotion 31st 1 travel sized shampoo, 1 travel size conditioner, 1 travel size toothpaste 7th one small backpack or duffle (no wheels please) 14th Youth toothbrush (original pckg), one tube child flavored toothpaste 4-6oz. 21st T-shirt, child medium, large, or small adult size, 1 package 3-pair underpants 28th small stuffed animal 5th final day to bring any items wish to donate. Seenagers The Seenagers group will be meeting for a Pot Luck Supper in the church basement on Saturday, July 19th at 6:30 pm. Alice, Danny, Jan and Gary will put on a skit! Mark your calendars!! Juda House Group 4 (Food Group) of the Women s Evening Edition is organizing a meal to be taken and served to the men of Juda House on Sunday, July 27. Those wishing to help with food donations or serving the meal are encouraged to let Mary Combs or Jan Taylor know. We will leave the church around 3:00 pm and the meal will be served at 5:00 pm in St. Joe.
Women s Evening Edition (W.E.E.) Seven women met Wednesday evening, June 11, for the monthly Women s Evening Edition. Those present: Jan Taylor, Barb Tubbs, Nancy Hafner, Alice Kemerling, Mardee Collingham, Amy Sefrit and Michele Hawkins. Michele Hawkins led the business meeting. Michele Hawkins is looking into the needs of children at the start of school. She also led a discussion on providing food boxes to families during Bible School. Jan Taylor shared that food would be taken to Judah Haven sometime this summer. Group 4 will be in charge of food. Mardee Collingham reported that the next Seenager meeting would be June 28th at 6:30 at the Black Iron Grill. Pot luck at the church will be July 19th with a skit by the Taylors and Kemerlings. Amy presented the devotion using the book The Hole in the Gospel and information on how our gifts to FRB are helping farmers and their families in Nicaragua. An offering of $17 was received to be sent to Judy Keith s ministry to missionary kids. Refreshments were served by Alice Kemerling. Next meeting is July 9 and Michele Hawkins has the devotions and refreshments.
9.13.2014 Mark Your Calendars Sister s In Spirit will once again be hosting the Beth Moore Simulcast at Fairfax United Methodist Church!! Event will run from 8:30 am 3:15 pm More details coming soon! News from the Trustees/Finance Committee The church roof is being re-shingled at the time of printing this newsletter. Our insurance will cover the replacement costs, except for the $1,000 deductible. Our weekly church offerings have already started to suffer from the summer slump, so the Finance Committee is asking that you prayerfully reach into your pockets for a few extra dollars to help the church meet this added unplanned expense. You may indicate on your check that it s being given towards the roof project. If you have any questions concerning the expense, you may contact Trustee Chairman Roger Southard at 660-744-4558. He will have more information shortly. Travelers keep up with regular offerings by giving electronically... e-giving Just as you rely upon receiving income on a regular basis, Fairfax United Methodist Church relies on your regular contributions. Fairfax UMC appreciates the efforts of congregation members to make consistent donations throughout the year especially during popular winter and summer travel periods. Would you find it helpful to have your offerings debited directly from your bank account as you probably do with other obligations? To assist you, the church is now providing a convenient electronic giving option for setting up regular contributions. Simply complete and return an electronic giving Authorization Form to get started. Authorization Forms may be picked up in the office (or copy the form on the next page). You can contact the church office 686-3314 or Suzanne Southard (660-744-3185), Jayne Martin (660-736-4306), or Danny Kemerling (816-390-6865).
Thank You Women s Evening Edition Wednesday, July 9, 6:30 pm Independence Day Friday, July 4th Dear Church family, I cannot thank you enough for awarding me scholarship money from both Scholarship Funds. I am beyond blessed to come from such an amazing church that is always by my side, supporting me throughout my live. Thank you again so much! -Aleesha Ball July Birthdays John Burke 07/01 Jan Pyeatt 07/03 Matt Smith 07/03 Chance Hecker 07/12 Martha Evans 07/15 Chloe Bruns 07/17 Amy Brown 07/18 Bill Graves 07/18 Mary Brown 07/19 Berta Crawford 07/20 Kimberly Monk 07/23 Crysty Koger 07/26 Emma Houghton 07/27 Michael May Jr. 07/28 Curtis Southard 07/29 Rick Kemerling 07/31 July Anniversaries Paul & Rebecca Jones 07/03 Dave & Aimee Riley 07/12 Gene & Norma Bradfield 07/21 James & Lisa Bennett 07/23 Glen & Mary Anne Arnold 07/25 Jim & Pam Davis 07/29 Ronnie & Jayne Martin 07/30 Phil & Charla Graves 07/30 If you or your loved ones are not on the list, contact the church office: umc@fairfaxmo.net or 686-3314 with your info and we will get our records updated. A BIG Than You to all of the Women s Evening Ediiton (W.E.E.) for the delicious meal they brought me. I sure enjoyed all of it! You have all been so kind to me. May God Bless each of you! -Love, Florine Hall HOTLINES: Boys Town National Hotline -- 1-800-448-3000 24/7...365 days a year...teens/parents/families Child Abuse and Neglect ------ 1-800-392-3738 Elderly Abuse and Neglect --- 1-800-392-0210 Gambling Addiction ------------ 1-888-BETSOFF ---------------------------------- (1-888-238-7633) Mental Health Crisis Line ----- 1-800-392-0280 Missouri School Violence ----- 1-866-748-7047 Poison Control ------------------ 1-800-392-9111 Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence ------------------------------------ 1-800-548-2480 Suicide Prevention Lifeline -- 1-800-273-TALK ---------------------------------- (1-800-273-8255)
6 7 8 9 20 21 22 23 31 Office Hours July 2014 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Worship Schedule Sunday School: 9:30am Worship: 10:30am Channel 61: 4:00pm Tues Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67 Psalm 45:10-17 or Psalm 72 Romans 7:15-25a Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 1 2 13 14 15 16 Genesis 25:19-34 Psalm 119:105-112 or Psalm 25 Romans 8:1-11 Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 Genesis 28:10-19a Psalm 139:1-12, 23-24 Romans 8:12-25 Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 27 Juda House: 5:00pm Group 4 (W.E.E.) serving meal Genesis 29:15-28 Psalm 10:1-11, 45b Romans 8:26-39 Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 28 Deadline for August Newsletter Community Vacation Bible 29 Deadline for August Newsletter School 5:30 8:30 pm at Promise Keepers: 6:00am Promise Keepers: 6:00am W.E.E.: 6:30 pm Promise Keepers: 6:00am Promise Keepers: 6:00am 30 Promise Keepers: 6:00am the Baptist Church Fairfax United Methodist Church PO Box 318, 305 N. Broadway, Fairfax, MO 64446 www.fairfaxumc.net Pastor Roger Cary PO Box 308, Fairfax, MO 64446 3 4 Independence Day 5 10 11 12 17 18 19 24 25 26 8:00 am 12:00 pm Mon Thurs 660-686-3314 umc@fairfaxmo.net Fax: 660-686-9505 Seenagers: 6:30 pm Pot Luck Supper in the church basement Pastor s Hours 8:00 am 12:00 pm Tues Thurs Fri-Sat by appointment 660-623-0427 (cell) fairfaxumc@fairfaxmo.net
Stewardship: Receipts as of June 24, 2014: Plate Offerings: First 2,070.00 Attendance: 49 Second 1,037.00 39 Third 1,387.00 41 Fourth 1,216.83 38 Fifth - - Total Offerings: 5,710.83 Received Received Special Offerings: in Month To Date Altar Flowers 35.00 250.00 Back Pack Buddies 0.00 630.00 Building Use 0.00 140.00 Bulletins 40.00 220.00 Church Camp 0.00 1855.85 Donations for Events 0.00 0.00 Festival of Sharing 0.00 0.00 Food Pantry 0.00 0.00 Human Relations Day 0.00 40.00 Imagine No Malaria 0.00 1070.00 Loose Change 0.00 492.79 Misc. Income 0.00 0.00 Native American Ministries 0.00 348.00 One Great Hour of Sharing 0.00 316.00 Peace with Justice 12.00 12.00 Sunday School 52.86 412.80 UM Student Day 0.00 0.00 Web Site 25.00 175.00 World Communion 0.00 0.00 BUDGETED General Account: Received to Date Total Income: 49,603.12 Needed to Date Total Income: 64,725.00 Sharing with the Church Jesse and Jaycee Graves shared about their time at Camp Wilderness during the church service June 1. The girls attended Horse Camp. The church family enjoyed hearing of their experiences. Keep watch for details when other campers will tell of their experiences also. Serving our church in July will be: Ushers: Ben Simmons and Ronnie Martin Acolyte: Communion Stewards: K.R. & Mary Anne Pennel Altar Flowers: Bob & Amy Sefrit in memory of loved ones Liturgist: Jim Ball Bulletins: July 6 - Jim & Pam Davis in memory of loved ones July 13 - July 20 - July 27 - Web Site Sponsor: Jim & Pam Davis facebook You can find a link to our page on our church website at: www.fairfaxumc.net. Just like our page to see a daily devotion posted by Pastor Roger as well as our notices/pictures! Channel 61 Worship We have made an adjustment to our DVD recording that we make of our Sunday morning Worship Service for playback on cable Channel 61, Tuesdays at 4:00 pm. We are hoping this has helped with the low sound issue people were having before. Thank you for helping us by letting us know of the problem!
FAIRFAX MESSENGER JULY 2014 Fairfax United Methodist Church 305 N. Broadway P.O. Box 318 Fairfax, MO 64446 Address Service Requested Fairfax, MO 64446 U.S. Postage Paid Non-Profit Org. Permit #10 This Summer take a walk on the Weird side Register now for VBS! At Weird Animals VBS, kids learn that nothing compares to the unconditional love of Jesus! Held at: Fairfax Baptist Church VBS dates: July 28-August 1 VBS times: 5:30-8:30 pm For more information call: 686-2794