SE PTEMBER 2018 INSIDE THIS ISSUE Preaching Schedule 2 Holiday Office Closure 2 Young Adults 2 Special Offering 3 New Class 3 Choir Notes 4 Art Gallery 4 Meet Allen 5 NNEMAP 5 Grad Chat 5 Children, Youth & Family Full article may be found on page 4. 6-7 Faith Formation 8 Health & Wellness Ministry 8 Lit Club 8 SPECTRUM 9 Fairtrade 9 Mexico Mission Trip 9 Cuisine For a Cause 10
PAGE 2 September 2018 September Preaching Schedule September 2 Communion John Keeny Exodus 16:13-21 Mark 8:14-21* September 9 John Keeny Psalm 118:1-2,14-24 Mark 12:1-11* September 16 Special Offering for Starting Point Colleen Ogle Genesis 12:1-5 John 2:1-12* September 30 Colleen Ogle Psalm 116:1-4,12-19 John 13:1-20* September 23 John Keeny Psalm 84 John 6:66-71* *preaching text Happy Labor Day! The church office will be closed on Monday, September 3 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. King Avenue Young Adults Young Adult Happy Hour Sept 11, 5:30-7:30 pm We will gather for happy hour at Yellow Brick Pizza on King Ave. Parking should be a cinch, because you can park at the church!! Hiking at Highbanks Metro Park Sept 23, 2:00-4:00 pm Join us for an afternoon of light hiking at one of our fair city's beautiful Metro Parks. We will gather at the nature center and go from there.
CARILLON PAGE 3 September Special Offering Special Offering for September will help separated families in Ohio Starting Point Outreach Center in Willard, Ohio offers a wide range of supportive programs that meet critical community needs. It is a faith-based ecumenical and community ministry started by First UMC of Willard. This small town is home to many immigrants who perform seasonal agricultural and landscaping labor, including workers at the Corso Flower and Garden Center. The I.C.E. raid of last June resulted in many separated families. Along with many other services, Starting Point connects families to immigration legal services and has helped reunite families. Don Peeler, Executive Director and Founder of Starting Point, will share a witness during worship and an informational presentation about Starting Point s work during the 10 am education hour on Sunday, September 16 in the Chapel. New Class! "Spiritually and the Twelve Steps", led by John Keeny and Rick Gilson We are all addicted in some way. When we learn to identify our addiction, embrace our brokenness, and surrender to God, we begin to bring healing to ourselves and our world. The class will apply the twelve steps to our spiritual lives and is based on Richard Rohr's Breathing Under Water. The 6-week class will be offered twice a week in the chapel. Tuesdays at 10am, beginning September 25. Wednesdays at 7pm, beginning September 26. Copies of Richard Rohr's book will be on sale beginning September 2, suggested price is $15. The book is not required for the course. Registration is on Realm. Please contact John Keeny, jkeeny@kingave.org with any questions.
P AGE 4 Se p tember 2018 Choir Notes Singers welcome! Our Chancel Choir season begins this month. The first rehearsal will be Thursday, September 6 from 7:30-9 PM. We always welcome new singers. If you have considered participating in this vital church ministry, please contact Chris McManus, Director of Music, for more information. Feel free to email cmcmanus711@gmail.com or call the church. We look forward to seeing you! Art Gallery Neighbors Paintings by Eric Mize September 2 October 28 Gallery Talk on September 23 at 10 a.m. About the Neighbors Series: Throughout much of the world, the glory of a given culture often stands in disturbing contrast to the plight of its people. So much depends on one s eye in finding tragedy or finding wonder to celebrate. This dissonance is at the core of the Neighbors series. It is an exploration of the bizarre balance between desperation and dignity. The subject of each painting in this series represents a particular at-risk people group. Each piece is intended to first celebrate the uniqueness and wonder of the culture before drawing attention to the dilemmas. In the statement beside each piece, you will find information about one nonprofit organization seeking to engage and assist that particular group. Most organizations meet basic needs or do development work, while others seek to end injustice, provide medical care or address spiritual needs. Some of the agencies reflect the artist's own convictions, but this is a venue for everyone, regardless of background or interest. Providing viewers with an opportunity to engage in some way is essential to the show. But, for most, this is an opportunity to reflect, dialogue, and connect with information to consider later. About the Artist: So much of our new-century digital lifestyle drains us. My goal is to create visuals that nourish and enrich. Having long earned a living as an electrical engineer and team leader in the tech industry, I m in a transformational life season, allowing me pursuits that align with my convictions, passions, and gifting. More than a decade ago, life brought me to central Ohio. There, I ve had the privilege to see my children grow into two fine young men and where I still share life with my bride. About the time we came to Ohio, my eyes were opened to a more global view. I learned that more human beings live in bondage now than have ever been enslaved in all history 1 in 6 people of the earth don t have safe water to drink - 40% of the world s population live on less than $2 a day and 1/3rd of humanity doesn t have access to the spiritual message that so profoundly shapes my life. So, I found myself driven to explore tangible connections with the people that inhabit the developing world. Short trips, some non-profit work, and engagement at a local refugeecentric community center have brought new friendships and discoveries. It is this joy of finding personal connections with people of exotic traditions, faiths, and cultures that I m trying to put to canvas now.
CARILLON PAGE 5 MEET ALLEN PRICE, DIRECTOR OF SUPPORT SERVICES Do you have questions about Realm (our congregational connectivity online tool) or volunteer opportunities and ministries of our church? If so, I m here to help. I have been attending King Avenue since 2005. I have been a lifelong Methodist, raised in North Carolina and have lived on both coasts and the Midwest with my professional career in apparel and accessories companies. I began attending Morning Blend with my partner, now husband, Philip. We were invited by our friends who had begun attending as they wanted to raise their children, our Godchildren, in a Christian home. We were looking for a church where we could worship as a couple; and that would be a nurturing environment for not only us, but for our family. We found this in King Avenue and have made connections with people that have become our extended family as we travel this road of life. Philip and I have been involved with many of the ministries of the church. I have sung with both the Blenders and the Chancel Choir and served as a cantor for communion services. I have taken to the stage with the King Avenue Players, and continue to be blessed by the work of these groups. I have served on the Spectrum and Huggins Fund committees. I will be working with the committee on our upcoming Capital Campaign. Philip serves as a delegate to our conference, previously served as Lead of Morning Blend Ushers, and plays in the Bell Choir. There are so many opportunities and ways to connect with your King Avenue Family. Christ brought together others to learn, teach and worship. Worship comes in many forms. It can be within the pews and chairs on Sunday morning. It can be joining a small group/ bible study or dinner company. It can be packing lunches for the Open Shelter or hosting during coffee hour. There are as many facets to our worship as there are to our own personalities. The core of my personal relationship with GOD was instilled in me as a child. It isn t only the works of our own hands, but the connections that we make with others. Through this we can do more than we ever imagined alone. NNEMAP by Roy Clark NNEMAP will kick off our 50th anniversary on Saturday, September 22nd at 7:00 pm. "A Night At The Museum" will be held at the Ohio History Center, formerly the Ohio Historical Society, and will commemorate both our beginning in 1969 as well as the groundbreaking of the Ohio History Center building. Music from the 60's and food from our Linden neighborhood will be featured. Ongoing exhibits will be open including Ohio Through Time, 1950's: Building the American Dream, The Nature of Ohio, and WWI Era Collections from 1914-1919. Visit our website as we get closer to the event at www.nnemappantry.org. Thanks to all who contributed to our recent backpack drive! GRAD CHAT YOU ARE INVITED to SECOND SUNDAY GRAD CHAT... Meet grad students Share a meal No prep/pressure ALL are welcome Every 2nd Sunday Monthly, noon- 1:30pm
PAGE 6 September 2018 CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILY MINISTRY by Erin Kendall School Days, School Days SUNDAY SCHOOL IS BACK Days! Check out what s coming up for your family this month! Sun, Sept 2 Sun, Sept 9 Sat, Sept 15 Sun, Sept 16 9am & 11am Worship Connections is back! @ King Avenue UMC, New this Fall: 9am Worship Connections invites kids Ages 4 - Grade 3 Visit the Children & Youth Faith Formation Resources table before or after worship to see what s coming up this fall and hear about Sunday School opportunities for the entire family! 9am & 11am Worship Connections @ King Avenue UMC, New this Fall: 9am Worship Connections invites kids Ages 4- Grade 3 10am Sunday School is Back There s Something for Everyone! Sr. High (Grades 9-12) @ King Avenue UMC, Donnenwirth Lounge (Upper Level) Middle School/Jr. High (Grades 6-8) @ King Avenue UMC, Fellowship Hall Classroom (Lower Level) Godly Play (Grades 2-5) @ King Avenue UMC Godly Play (Ages 4- Grade 1) @ King Avenue UMC Small Classroom (Lower Level) Real People Real Parenting Small Group @ King Avenue UMC Fireside Room (Upper Level) 12pm Fall Family Ministries Kick-Off Luncheon & Ice Cream Social @ King Avenue UMC Fellowship Hall Youth Saturday Fun Night Welcome to all our new 6 th Graders! Check Realm for details on time & location! 9am & 11am Worship Connections @ King Avenue UMC, New this Fall: 9am Worship Connections invites kids Ages 4- Grade 3 10am Sunday School is Back There s Something for Everyone! Sr. High (Grades 9-12) @ King Avenue UMC, Donnenwirth Lounge (Upper Level) Middle School/Jr. High (Grades 6-8) @ King Avenue UMC, Fellowship Hall Classroom (Lower Level) Godly Play (Grades 2-5) @ King Avenue UMC Godly Play (Ages 4- Grade 1) @ King Avenue UMC Small Classroom (Lower Level) Real People Real Parenting Small Group @ King Avenue UMC Fireside Room (Upper Level)
CARILLON PAGE 7 CYFM (continued) by Erin Kendall Fri, Sept 21 6-8:30pm Parents Evening Out @ King Avenue UMC, Nursery (Upper Level) Register through Realm by Wed, Sept 19th. Children birth - age 4 and siblings up to age 9 welcome. Sun, Sept 23 Sun, Sept 30 9am & 11am Worship Connections @ King Avenue UMC, New this Fall: 9am Worship Connections invites kids Ages 4- Grade 3 10am Sunday School is Back There s Something for Everyone! Sr. High (Grades 9-12) @ King Avenue UMC, Donnenwirth Lounge (Upper Level) Middle School/Jr. High (Grades 6-8) @ King Avenue UMC, Fellowship Hall Classroom (Lower Level) Godly Play (Grades 2-5) @ King Avenue UMC Godly Play (Ages 4- Grade 1) @ King Avenue UMC Small Classroom (Lower Level) Real People Real Parenting Small Group @ King Avenue UMC Fireside Room (Upper Level) 9am & 11am Worship Connections @ King Avenue UMC, New this Fall: 9am Worship Connections invites kids Ages 4- Grade 3 10am Sunday School is Back There s Something for Everyone! Sr. High (Grades 9-12) @ King Avenue UMC, Donnenwirth Lounge (Upper Level) Middle School/Jr. High (Grades 6-8) @ King Avenue UMC, Fellowship Hall Classroom (Lower Level) Godly Play (Grades 2-5) @ King Avenue UMC Godly Play (Ages 4- Grade 1) @ King Avenue UMC Small Classroom (Lower Level) Real People Real Parenting Small Group @ King Avenue UMC Fireside Room (Upper Level)
PAGE 8 September 2018 Faith Formation by Colleen Ogle Health & Wellness Ministry Who is My Neighbor? KAUMC Begins Health and Wellness Ministry with Parish Nurse Faith Dive Sunday School class meets at 10:00 am in the Logos Lounge (L1). Jump in as we start the new Sunday school year on September 9 th with a focus on Who is My Neighbor? We ll join the general Sunday School class on Sept. 16 th for a wonderful guest speaker sharing his sanctuary ministry to immigrants and refugees at risk for deportation. We ll also be discussing asylum and watching Won t You Be My Neighbor! The Faith Dive Sunday School Class was formerly known as Blessed Believers and is led by Rebecca Walter. Lit Club Sunday, September 30 7pm in the Logos Lounge All are welcome! Virginia Sheffield, R.N., has experienced a call to use her training and experience as a public health nurse to promote health and wellness in the KAUMC community of faith. In conjunction with the pastors, Virginia plans to develop this volunteer ministry at King Avenue UMC, supported by Parish Nurse resources offered through the Ohio Health Faith Community Nursing initiative. The concept of the Parish Nurse has its origins in the Christian understanding that the physical body is a good gift of God's creation. Health ministries express the church's concern for the entire well-being of persons. Virginia has identified a calling to Parish Nursing over time. She writes, My career in nursing has always included caring for the patient's mind and spirit as well as physical condition. I have friends in parish nursing and have studied it formally through Otterbein College. Loving this congregation as I do, I became interested in performing this type of role at KAUMC and look forward to developing ways to enhance our current ministries with an eye towards promoting health and wellness. Becoming a KAUMC Parish Nurse is not the only big news in Virginia s life. She recently wed Tracy Hahn, her partner of almost eight years. Tracy and Virginia joined KAUMC in January, 2011 and have been a vital part of this congregation ever since. You can follow the development of this ministry in upcoming months through Virginia s monthly column in the Carillon. You may express interest in contributing your talents to the development of Health and Wellness Ministries at KAUMC by contacting Virginia.
CARILLON PAGE 9 SPECTRUM by Steve Hull FAIRTRADE Q: What is Fairtrade? A: With Fairtrade you have the power to change the world every day. With simple shopping choices you can get farmers a better deal. And that means they can make their own decisions, control their future and lead the dignified life everyone deserves. Join SPECTRUM for a Road Trip to Kings Island for Pride Night Who? King Avenue SPECTRUM, Friends, and Family What? Road Trip to Pride Night at Kings Island Where? Meet at King Avenue parking lot to load the bus, then head to Kings Island When? Friday, September 7 Meet at 4:00, depart at 4:15, return to church at 12:30am Why? Fun! Fellowship! No lines to ride AWE- SOME Rides! Drag Shows! How? Register on Realm, and pre-pay $60 to hold your spot on the bus This is a mission of King Avenue Church that supports just wages for laborers. On sale the 2nd Sunday of each month before/ after the 11:00 service. Payment may now be made at the kiosks! MEXICO MISSION TRIP Volunteer Here Great Friends, Food & Fellowship! SPECTRUM needs your assistance in preparing and serving the September 30 All-Church Luncheon. Email Steve at expect.sh@gmail.com to select a shift to volunteer - 8-10, prep & cook, 10-12 cook/set-up and 12-1:30 serve/cleanup and reset room. MEXICO MISSION TRIP JANUARY 17-21, 2019 For information, contact John Keeny, jkeeny@kingave.org
PAGE 10 September 2018 Cuisine For a Cause by Scott Vaughn HELP WANTED The Cuisine For A Cause committee needs an additional member with some mild technical expertise. We are looking for a missionminded individual who understands the Mail Merge feature of Microsoft Word, which we use to generate letters to solicit and acknowledge corporate donations. Also, this it would be valuable to us if this person knows or is willing to learn the basics of the Square credit card processing system and will oversee the processing of credit card transactions when tickets are sold before and after worship on three Sundays in March. None of this is mind-boggling. Please contact us at cusineforacause@kingave.org. Bendiciones!! Vision Statement We are a community of servants called by God s reconciling grace to open doors of sanctuary, to create new avenues of ministry, to equip Christians for discipleship, to lead reconciling ministries. Worship Services 9am Morning Blend in the Fellowship Hall 11am Traditional Service in the Sanctuary Sunday School 10am Godly Play (Ages 4-Grade 5) 10am Youth Sunday School (Grade 6-12) 10am Adult Sunday School Senior Pastor Associate Pastor Pastor Emeritus Director of Children, Youth & Family Ministries Director of Children & Youth Education Director of Music Organist Carilloneur Office Manager Building Manager Finance Manager Stewardship Secretary Director of Online Communications Sunday Hospitality Coordinator Director of Campus Ministry Director of Support Services Rev. John Keeny Rev. Colleen Ogle Dr. Leonard Confar Erin Kendall Gwendolyn DeRosa Chris McManus Andrew Willis Jeffrey Wyckoff Amy Ashburn Bill Meadows Cyndi Colburn Charlene Dubin Rhonda Luetje Marlene Wagonrod Jeff Furry Allen Price