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Volume 51, Issue 2 February 2017

F i r s t U n i t e d M e t h o d i s t C h u r c h — N e w t o n , I o w a

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We are in the process of updating our membership records for there are many people that we have lost track of over the years. In keeping with the Discipline of the United Methodist Church, we will be sending a series of letters over the next three years inviting people to come back into the fellowship of our church or notify us if they have united with another church. We will also be conducting a phone-a-thon, inviting you who are active and willing to make phone calls to members who still live in the area. Our objective is to invite them to come back to worship or let us know if they are attending another church and would like to be removed from our membership rolls. If you have family members who are attending another church and no longer wish to be a full member of Newton First United Methodist Church,

“See, I am sending my messenger to prepare the way before me, and the Lord whom you seek will suddenly come to his

temple. The messenger of the covenant in whom you delight—indeed, He is coming, says the Lord of hosts.” Malachi 3:1

information on these individuals and their addresses, please call the church office. We want our membership records to reflect the health of our church attendance. We realize that some of our members are home bound or in care facilities and cannot attend worship. We also recognize that some of our young

members are in college and do not have permanent residences yet. Regardless of circumstances in a person’s life, we want them to know that they are always welcome at First United Methodist Church. When you are home from college, visiting family, or have a Sunday morning off, we hope you will come to worship with us for we are all a part of the family of God. Please watch for more information concerning the various things we will be doing in the near future as we reach out across the membership of our church.

Yours in Christ,

Pastor Gary

please reach out and ask them to notify our church office. We also have a large group of people who are living out of state and have never removed their membership from our church rolls. For some people, we lack the necessary information to contact them. Please glance at the list of names below and if you have any

From Pastor Gary’s HeartFrom Pastor Gary’s HeartFrom Pastor Gary’s HeartFrom Pastor Gary’s Heart

Chris Anderson Heather Anderson

Mike/Carole/Gene Anderson Todd Bishop

Brian Blackwood Lori Brown

Michael Butler Jennifer Carlson Shane Chesshire

Jeff Dodd Tracy Evans Jane Ford

Tina Gosselink

Keri Hasselbrink Megan/Jason Hill

Marcie Jackson-Matson Jodie Johnson Julie Larson Kim/Gary Lee Evelyn Lewis

Brandon Lint Jessica Lint

Bonnie McConnell Michael McCoy Eric Merten

Sandi Moffitt Michael Myers Mary Nelson Tad Newel

Angela Nichol Keriann Parker Phyllis Parsons

Doug & Jackie Phillips Corey Pline

Dorothy Probasco Ed Quick

Mackenzie Quick

Liala Ralph Stephanie Simpson Corinelis Smith Maxie Smith Sharon Smith Holly Thomas Pat, Mike Trotter

Brandina Vandekrol Richard Wiese Evelyn Williams

Jolane/John Williams Lauren Williams Ron Williams

Membership Update Needed!Membership Update Needed!Membership Update Needed!Membership Update Needed!

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SympathiesSympathiesSympathiesSympathies Our deepest sympathies to Diane & Larry Plumb on the death of Diane’s brother, Richard Hansen; to Curt & Vicki James on the death of Curt’s mother, Maxine Atwood; to Lee Tharp and family on the death of Lee’s sister, Ila Olive Brandt; and to Dixie Cowden and Randa Walker and family on the death of Dixie’s husband and Randa’s step-father, Dolan Cowden.

We wish you an abundance of God’s peace in your loss. “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you….Do not let your

hearts be troubled.” John 14:27

HospitalizationsHospitalizationsHospitalizationsHospitalizations Released: Ron Ehresman, Millie McFate, Jim Farland, Jr., Dorothy Probasco, Nancy Lindstrom

New AddressNew AddressNew AddressNew Address Reva Nelson has moved to be closer to family. In addition to keeping her in prayer, she would appreciate hearing from her church family. Her new address is Bickford of West Des Moines, 5050 Hawthorne Dr., Apt. 118, West Des Moines, IA 50265.

Home Mission SundayHome Mission SundayHome Mission SundayHome Mission Sunday Home Mission Sunday will be February 5th. The Salvation Army asks you to consider monthly donations of spaghetti sauce, canned tuna, Tuna Helper, and macaroni & cheese. These items are always in great need. Please put the items in the wicker baskets at the church entrances. Thank you for your ongoing generosity!

Senior CouncilSenior CouncilSenior CouncilSenior Council The February meeting of the Senior Council will be held on Tuesday, January 31st, at 1:30 PM in the church library.

Weather NewsWeather NewsWeather NewsWeather News If there is a weather-related school closing or early dismissal, all church activities will be cancelled for that day/evening. This may also affect the time the church office opens and closes.

MUG MobMUG MobMUG MobMUG Mob Come and join us for a cup o’ fun at MUG Mob on the first Monday of every month. If you are 60 years of age and older, we hope you will join us for some coffee, snacks and fellowship. We’ll meet on Monday, February 6th, at 10 AM, in the church dining room. All are welcome!

Free Community MealsFree Community MealsFree Community MealsFree Community Meals Free community meals are served every Wednesday at 5:30 PM in the church dining room. First Lutheran Church, Congregational UCC, and Sacred Heart Catholic Church rotate weeks of service with FUMC. The meals are open to the public and everyone is welcome.

How to Contact UsHow to Contact UsHow to Contact UsHow to Contact Us 210 N 2nd Ave E Newton IA 50208

Telephone: (641) 792-4648 Fax: (641) 791-7213

[email protected] www.newtonfirst.org

Office HoursOffice HoursOffice HoursOffice Hours 8 AM-4 PM (Monday-Thursday;

Closed 12:00 Noon-1 PM) 8 AM-12:00 Noon (Friday)

FUMC Office StaffFUMC Office StaffFUMC Office StaffFUMC Office Staff Gary Marzolf, Pastor

Joy Osborn-Daniels, Administrative Assistant Dorothy McFarling, Financial Secretary Pat Drew, Coordinator of Lay Ministries

Frank Dawson, Custodian Jane Hiemstra, Nursery Attendant Rachel Faidley, Director of Music

Jean Ibbotson, Organist

Inside This IssueInside This IssueInside This IssueInside This Issue From Pastor Gary’s Heart…….…………..……. 1

Sympathies…………..…………………………...2 Hospitalizations Home Mission Sunday MUG Mob Community Meals February Calendar………………………………..3 Birthdays…............................................................4 Anniversaries Church Leadership

Pat’s Path………………………………………...5 “I Spy…” UMW News………………….…………………..6 Book Club Christian Education ……….…………………….7 Kidz Zone

February Faithful Servants…………………..…...8

Presidents’ Day:Presidents’ Day:Presidents’ Day:Presidents’ Day:

February 20thFebruary 20thFebruary 20thFebruary 20th

“It is impossible to rightly govern a nation without God and the Bible.”

~ George Washington

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8:45 AM Worship

9:00 AM Radio Broadcast

9:15 AM Kids’ Corner

10:00 AM Worship @ P.C.

10:15 AM Adult Sunday

School

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6:00 PM Youth Downtown

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10:00 AM Newton Village

Study

10:30 AM Bible Study

6:00 PM Weight Watchers

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1:30 PM Senior Council

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9:00 AM Staff

12:00 PM UMW Board Mtg

1:00 PM UMW Dessert Mtg

5:30 PM Comm. Meal

5:30 PM Kids Club

5:30 PM Youth Study

6:00 PM Jubilee Bells

7:00 PM Chancel Choir

8:00 PM One Achord

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9:30 AM Park Centre Study

7:00 PM Crochet Class

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10:00 AM Leadership

Development Mtg

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COMMUNION

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10:00 AM MUG Mob

2:00 PM Bible Study


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9:00 AM Staff

5:30 PM Comm. Meal

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1:30 PM Newton Area

Ministerial Assoc (@

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Stewardship

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(Newton Village)

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9:00 AM Staff

1:00 PM Miriam Circle

5:30 PM Comm. Meal

5:30 PM Kids Club

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8:00 PM One Achord

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5:30 PM Lydia Circle @

Culver’s

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Planning Team

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NEWSLETTER DEADLINE


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LOCK-IN

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ASH WEDNESDAY

9:00 AM Staff

12:00 PM UMW Board Mtg

1:00 PM UMW Dessert Mtg

7:00 PM Ash Wednesday

Service

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7:00 PM Crochet Class

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9:00 AM—2:30 PM

UMW Spiritual Day of

Growth

February BirthdaysFebruary BirthdaysFebruary BirthdaysFebruary Birthdays Birthday blessings to those listed below who are

celebrating their special day this month!

Feb 2nd – Lori DePenning, Alex Doepp, Jim Klier, Jr., Larry Plumb, Lynn Van Maaren, Jeff Yates Feb 3rd – Jane Foust, Jana Lust, Ed Meade, Blake Thompson Feb 4th – Joe Illingworth, Cathy Tinnermeier, Ryan Van Maaren Feb 5th – Linda Davies, Elaine James Feb 6th – Ron Carpenter Feb 7th – Angie Barnes, Sherry Denekas, Adam Hunter Feb 8th – Abigail Aldrich, Audrey Denekas, Laurie Johnston, Dorothy Probasco, Danene Sheeler, Kimberlee Stivers Feb 9th – Brent Boyer, Susan Butler, Lucas Hoskins, Lauren Jenkins, Jayson King, Phyllis Schakel, Britney Schnathorst Feb 10th – Jim Ferguson, Jr., Bill Grimes, Molly Sandholm Gosselink, Drew Phillips, Debbie Scott, Katie Warning, Kailey Wilimek Feb 11th – Paul Guy, Robert Yeutsy Feb 12th – William Hansen, Abby Miller, Roger Seiser Feb 13th – Wilma Grout, Joseline Leonard Feb 14th – Benjamin Bowser, Dee Gibbs, Tyler Hartz, Makinze McVay, Mel Wilson Feb 15th – Alexandra Burns, Mark Moss, Kylie Samson Feb 16th – Mike Carley Feb 17th – Sue Dewar, Corine Hadley, Ed Logan Feb 18th – Billy Buckingham, Brent Hasselbrink, Nancy Lindstrom, Keegan Marshall Feb 19th – Peyton Pline, Bob Ralph Feb 20th – Wilma Anderson, JoAnn Bergeson, Bob McCloney, Bill Ward Feb 21st – Jana Guy, Norinne Hardenbrook, Steve (Michelle) Johnson, Caleb Penning, Barb Tininenko Feb 22nd – Bryan Blaha, Bonnie Herrin, Sue Hunter, Caleb Pline, Victoria Spain, Carol Wigans, Robin Zimmerman Feb 23rd – Christine Dawson, Delores Miller, Tony Robeson, Susan Wright Feb 24th – Wanita Hartsell, Megan Pline, Jordan Roberts, Hannah Yeager Feb 25th – Rick Berkey Feb 26th – Mary Lou Nichol, Hope Oldham Feb 27th – Ronda Butler, Connie Carmichael, Frank Dawson, Mabel Hobbs, Caroline Schafer, Beau Simbro Feb 28th – Caren Hoagland, Karen Meade, Jackson Warning Feb 29th – Madison Bagnall

Scholarships AvailableScholarships AvailableScholarships AvailableScholarships Available The Iowa United Methodist Foundation announces the availability of scholarships for students from Iowa who are planning to attend a university, college, or vocational institution and also the availability of scholarships for seminary students who are

from Iowa and attending an approved United Methodist Seminary. Applications and all required material must be postmarked no later than March 1st to be eligible. Details may be sent to Iowa United Methodist Foundation, 2301 Rittenhouse St, Des Moines IA 50321. For a complete listing of scholarships available including criteria, applications, and checklist, please go to www.iumf.org/scholarships.

February AnniversariesFebruary AnniversariesFebruary AnniversariesFebruary Anniversaries Congratulations to the couples below celebrating their

wedding anniversaries this month!

Feb 2nd – Lonnie & Linda Davies, Jr. Feb 5th – Dave & Pat Drew Feb 6th – Rollie & Marguerite Markle Feb 11th – Joe & Phyllis Ransom Feb 14th – Danny & Teresa Ely,

Wayne & Carolyn Livengood Feb 17th – Merlin & Marilyn Farver Feb 20th – Robert & Helen Marshall Feb 24th – Kevin & Kimbra Korte Feb 25th – Chad Mitchell & Joli Gibbs

Church LeadershipChurch LeadershipChurch LeadershipChurch Leadership

First United Methodist Church is experiencing an urgent participation and leadership need! Historically, our congregation has proven year after year to be a giving and loving congregation. This “attitude of gratitude” to God was never more evident than in 2016 when giving to the church dramatically increased. Your generosity significantly closed our financial gap! Many thanks to those of you who gave generously! We are now facing another major gap in the life of our congregation. While many of you are generous in giving of your time and talents (practically no one refuses to help when our Coordinator of Lay Ministries calls), we need more of you to take one more step. We need team members on several of our functional teams. But particularly, we need a Lay Leader and new members on our Generosity & Stewardship Team. In addition, we need someone to fill another major leadership role in guiding and directing our Generosity & Stewardship Team. Please take some time in your prayers to ask God about your role in the church. You have heard it said many times that it is better to give than to receive. Well, the truth of that statement lives in the fact that what you receive from the act of giving is better than any other gift. God truly blesses the heart of the cheerful giver. Please prayerfully consider taking part in a leadership role; and don’t think that you would have to “go it alone.” For many years now our Trustees (now Facilities & Properties) has been very successfully led by co-chairs. Remember, “where two or more are gathered in my name there I am also.” Wow, that’s a triumvirate! How can you miss as a co-chair with Christ as one of your partners?! Also, please don’t think that because you don’t like to come out at night that you are excluded from participating. If you have a telephone and you use email, you can participate. Many of us can bring two participants into a conference call with our cell phones; and Joy will be happy to email you the relevant documents prior to the meeting. Please don’t hide your light. If you feel the Spirit might be calling you to the opportunity to take a step farther into the life of our church, you can discuss your feelings with someone on the Leadership Development Team: Pastor Gary, Terry Faidley, Tim Blount, Shawna Forst, Pat Drew, Karen Kriz, Connie Carmichael, Rachel Faidley, or Roger Swanson. God loves you, Christ needs you, and the Spirit calls you. Amen and Amen.

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Pat’s PathPat’s PathPat’s PathPat’s Path How are your New Year’s resolutions holding up? I hope you are hanging in there! We will be serving at Trinity on March 31st. Check

your calendars and try to volunteer to help with this event. You will find a sign-up sheet at the Welcome Center later in February. For those who are new in the church, we prepare food to take to Trinity United Methodist Church in Des Moines where we serve approximately 100 children and adults in need of a meal. This need is growing. The Wednesday night meals are in full swing again after the holidays. There will not be a meal on March 1st due to Ash Wednesday. Keep checking the Welcome Center for opportunities to volunteer and provide food. Thank you to those who brought brownies for the January meal. Remember, there is a collection can at the Welcome Center if you are interested in providing money to help offset the cost of this ministry’s food. Even loose change adds up fast and helps. There is still time to sign up to help read through “Change a Child’s Story.” We have until June to finish this program and there are still children who need help with their reading at school.

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There are RSVP packets at the Welcome Center to complete as individual background checks are necessary for clearance in the schools. Ash Wednesday is March 1st; Maundy Thursday is April 13th; and Good Friday is April 14th. I will be looking for ushers and sound engineers for those dates. Please see me if you are interested. I want to thank everyone who has served as coffee host and/or brought refreshments on Sunday mornings. If you would like to add your name to either of these service lists, please see me. Even if you do not stay for coffee, it is a way to Reach In to others within our church. Please bring your refreshments to the kitchenette off the parlor on the main floor. The coffee host will then be able to find them to use. Coffee hosts serve once every four months. The more people signed up, the less often one has to do it. I have the coffee ready for Sunday mornings and the host plates the refreshments as needed, puts coffee in servers, pours orange juice in pitchers and cleans up. The office sends out quarterly schedules; the Faithful Servants are listed in the Messenger each month; and a reminder is sent during the week scheduled. If for any reason you can’t fulfill your scheduled time, please try to find someone to trade with or take your place, then notify the office by Thursday morning so the bulletin can reflect any changes.

We always need people to help at the Welcome Center and help people find sign-up sheets, greet people, and be a smiling face for the church. Kids Against Hunger has changed their name to Jasper County Take Away Hunger. Their next event will be Saturday, March 25th, at Lynnville Friends Church. The sign-up sheet will be available later in February. There is a charge of $30 per person to help buy the food for packing. Please see me if the money is a problem. If you can’t fulfill your time, please try to find someone to replace you. The pictorial directories have arrived. I hope you have picked yours up. If not, see me on Sunday mornings or come to the church during office hours. Everyone who had their picture taken will receive a free directory. As some of you know, I have a brother Dan who lives in the Sierra mountains of California. A message I got from him on January 10th states, “Friday and Saturday we had 26” of snow...then Sunday we had 8.5” of rain...then last night we got 14” of snow and it’s still snowing.” Someone stated the other day that they saw a robin. Have you seen one yet? We have been lucky on our weather, but looking forward to March 20th and the first day of spring!

~ Pat Drew,

Coordinator of Lay Ministries

I Spy with My Two Little Eyes…I Spy with My Two Little Eyes…I Spy with My Two Little Eyes…I Spy with My Two Little Eyes… Have you played “I Spy” with your children or grandchildren? It goes like this: “I spy with my two little eyes…” followed by the color or some other hint. Playing this game makes people more observant when traveling in the car or sitting around.

I spy with my two little eyes that the trees have been cut down in our north parking lot. The city cut the trees down because they had the emerald ash borer disease. At a later date, they will plant a variety of new trees. I spy with my two little eyes that our dining room carpet has been cleaned. Thank you to George Montgomery for donating his time and talent in cleaning our carpets. I spy with my two little eyes that the toilet in our men’s restroom has been removed. Thank you to Rod Wright for making necessary repairs.

Do You Hear What I Hear…?

Not only do we see with our eyes, but we also hear with our ears. Do you hear what I hear?

Beautiful music is shared from our Chancel Choir, our Jubilee Ringers bell choir, our praise band, and special music and solos from gifted singers. Pastor’s headset is working and not popping!

The sound of children and youth laughing and having fun on Wednesday nights, Sunday mornings, and Sunday nights as Christine Dawson, Deb Van Sickle, Shawna Forst, Jeanna Barcus, and Pastor Gary meets with them!

The Nose Knows…

Finally let us not forget our little nose for it knows when something good or bad is taking place.

The nose knows that delicious meals are being prepared and served on Wednesday evenings at our church. Thank you to all who have made our community meals possible. If you would like to help, give Mel Wilson a call or come and check it out on Wednesdays at 5:30 PM. The nose knows that there was a musty smell in the church on Christmas Eve and at other times. Our Facilities and Properties Team is working to solve the problem as it is coming from the fellowship hall area around the stage.

CAN SERVE US WELL!

~ Pastor Gary

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UMW NewsUMW NewsUMW NewsUMW News The UMW Board will resume meeting on Wednesday, February 1st, at 12:00 noon and the UMW Dessert Meeting will be held

the same day at 1 PM in the church dining room. Park Centre Circle will serve as hostess and the day’s program will feature prayer beads with Lelah Main. Due to not meeting in January, UMW will be sending out their annual financial plea in February to all women of the church asking for pledges or donations for 2017. Your generous support is greatly appreciated. Newton UMW is pleased to host the Spiritual Growth Day Apart on Saturday, March 4th, from 9 AM—2:30 PM. Please see Tori Reynolds for more information. – Marilyn Gaylor, President

Nut SalesNut SalesNut SalesNut Sales The UMW Nut Sale is winding down! This year’s sale has been well received and many items are sold out! Please help us deplete our store shelves with the purchase of the remaining black and light walnuts. You can make purchases after worship on Sunday mornings or during office hours weekdays in the church office until they are all sold. Thank you for your support!

Book ClubBook ClubBook ClubBook Club Book Club will not meet again until April when the group will

watch the movie Me Before You based on the book of the same title by JoJo Moyes. In May, the group will read JoJo Moyes’ After You. For Lou Clark, life after Will Traynor means learning to fall in love again, with all the risks that brings. But here JoJo Moyes gives us two families, as real as our own, whose joys and sorrows will touch you deeply, and where both changes and surprises await. This book was written after Me Before You. All are welcome to join the group in

reading, reviewing, and engaging in interesting discussions on a variety of books. If you have any questions, please contact Betty Yates, Linda Ross, Christine Pauley, or Pat Drew.

Radio Broadcast SignRadio Broadcast SignRadio Broadcast SignRadio Broadcast Sign----up up up up Special thanks to all who signed up for the 2017 KCOB radio broadcasts. The calendar of sponsorship is now full! To pay for your Sunday, please make your checks in the amount of $105.00 payable to FUMC and mark “2017 Radio Broadcast” in your memo.

Best.Week.Ever!Best.Week.Ever!Best.Week.Ever!Best.Week.Ever! Camp books will be available in the Welcome Center on Sunday, February 5th. It’s not too early to begin planning some incredible, summer fun at one of the three United Methodist camp and retreat locations (Wesley Woods, Lake Okoboji, and Pictured Rocks). Camp scholarships are also available.

Take CareTake CareTake CareTake Care In Jimmy Fallon’s first monologue as host of NBC’s The Tonight Show, he expressed thanks to all past hosts. On an occasion when he might have said, “And now this stage is mine!” or “I’m delighted to be counted among such greats,” instead he stated with deep humility, “I just want to do the best I can and take care of this show for a while.” Take care of. That’s language not of ownership but of stewardship. That’s the language of Genesis 2:15 (NIV) — “The LORD God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it.” What have we been called to “take care of for a little while”? The earth, surely. Perhaps a congregation, a business, a neighbor in need, a volunteer or an employee. A child, who may need less care — or different forms of it — as time goes on. We don’t own these people and things. God invites us to be stewards of them, to care for them, to use wisely and value these precious gifts … and someday, to pass them on to others.

1 Corinthians 13:7

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Christian EducationChristian EducationChristian EducationChristian Education KIDS’ CORNER—SUNDAY MORNINGS

Just a reminder that all children are invited to meet for Kids’ Corner in the Faith Café on Sundays after the children's

message during the 8:45 AM church service. They will get a "sneak peek" into the Deep Blue curriculum we study with our 2 year old - 4th grade students on Wednesday nights! A snack and refreshment are provided.

KIDS CLUB—WEDNESDAY EVENINGS

Children 2 years old - 4th grade meet on Wednesday nights from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM for Kids Club. We have a meal together, a lesson, and a special activity such as crafts, games, or music. High school youth serve as teacher assistants. The kids LOVE to see our helpers! We have so much fun and could not do it without them. In February, our units will be about the Parables.

YOUTH MINISTRIES—WEDNESDAY EVENINGS

Pastor Gary and Deb Van Sickle host a Jr. High Youth Group for 5th - 8th grade students on Wednesday nights from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM. We are so thankful for their leadership! After a meal, the group meets for a Bible study called re:form "Ancestors" which includes a DVD video and lively discussion.

YOUTH DOWNTOWN—SUNDAY EVENINGS

Youth Downtown is mostly attended by Sr. High Youth in 9th - 12th grades, who meet on Sunday nights from 6 PM to 8 PM in the youth parlor. The group is studying material from re:form "Anti-Workbook" and other relevant life topics. On January 22nd the group met at Cardinal Lanes to help sell thin blue lines to support area law enforcement. Thank you to Brian and Lisa McKinney for also inviting the youth to bowl! We are planning a LOCK-IN at the church on Sunday, February 26th. The group is considering attending Faith and Family Night on March 5th (Iowa Energy basketball game followed by a concert), and we plan to go on a mission trip March 17th-20th in Minnesota. Thank you for your continued support of our children's and youth ministries! Pastor Gary, Christine Dawson,

Shawna Forst, and Deb Van Sickle

Youth Bowling!Youth Bowling!Youth Bowling!Youth Bowling!

Youth left to right: Wade Klingensmith, Courtney Dawson, Kaitlyn Barnes, Erika Van Sickle, Ethan Brady, and Taylor Greiner.

Sponsors left to right: Christine Dawson, Shawna Forst, Pastor Gary, and Deb Van Sickle

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Faithful ServantsFaithful ServantsFaithful ServantsFaithful ServantsFaithful ServantsFaithful ServantsFaithful ServantsFaithful ServantsFaithful ServantsFaithful ServantsFaithful ServantsFaithful Servants Special thanks to all who have committed to serve the church during the month of February. Your service is greatly appreciated! If you are

unable to fulfill your assigned obligation, please try to find someone to replace you and notify the church office so the correct information

is reflected in the bulletin. If you are not able to find a replacement, please call the church office at 792-4648. As others come forward to

volunteer, and in an effort to use as many people as possible, please watch the monthly Messenger for any scheduling changes.

February Liturgists

February 5: Doug Barcus February 12: Fred Chabot February 19: Joan Frohardt February 26: Rachel Faidley

February Greeters

February 5: Dick & Pat Martens (792-6779, N); Ed & Karen Meade (792-5881, S); Wilma Mott (792-4286, W) February 12: Val & Phyllis Olson (792-1488, N); Catherine Osborn (641/841-0177, S); Pam Ratliff (791-0361, W) February 19: Tori Reynolds (792-5391, N); Ruth Ross (792-7043, S); Alice Schwarz (792-5709, W) February 26: Judy Snook (792-7678, N); Jerry & Betty Yates (791-1757, S); Marilyn Tish (792-7010, W)

February Nursery

February 5: Alice Schwarz (792-5709) February 12: Marilyn Tish (792-7010) February 19: Deb Bagnall (791-7291) February 26: Pam Conklin (791-2448)

February Van Drivers

February 5: Blake Miller (791-9399) February 12: Jeff Carmichael (792-9700) February 19: Blake Miller (791-9399) February 26: Jeff Carmichael (792-9700)

February Van Assistants

February 5: Karen Kriz (792-0871) February 12: Jim Marshall (641/521-0392) February 19: Alice Schwarz (792-5709) February 26: Gina Marshall (641/521-2147)

February Ushers

February 5: Calvin Holmquist (792-6031), Shawn McFarling (792-1840), Ronnie Kollmann (792-6266), Ron Carpenter (515/210-1049) February 12: Calvin Holmquist (792-6031), Shawn McFarling (792-1840), Ronnie Kollmann (792-6266), Jeff Carmichael (792-9700)

February Ushers (Continued)

February 19: Calvin Holmquist,(792-6031), Shawn McFarling (792-1840), Ronnie Kollmann (792-6266), Ron Carpenter (515/210-1049) February 26: Calvin Holmquist (792-6031), Shawn McFarling (792-1840), Ronnie Kollmann (792-6266), Tori Reynolds (792-5391)

February Projection & Sound Engineers

February 5: Alex Doepp (641/521-7419, P); Tim Blount (792-8976, S) February 12: Tyler Dawson (792-4738, P); Tim Blount (792-8976, S) February 19: Pam Conklin (791-2448, P); Marv Bunse (792-4661, S) February 26: Dave Crow (620/794-2644, P); Jerry Dawson (792-4738, S)

February Church Door Opening/Closing

February 5: Greg & Rhonda Loder (792-0623)/ Nina Robson (641/521-3804) February 12: Jim Marshall (641/521-0392)/ Doug Barcus (641/521-3706) February 19: Greg & Rhonda Loder (792-0623)/ Nina Robson (641/521-3804) February 26: Jim Marshall (641/521-0392)/ Doug Barcus (641/521-3706)

February Coffee Fellowship

Bring 2 dozen unless otherwise indicated

February 5: Connie Carmichael (792-9700) and Mel Wilson (641/521-4889) February 12: Shawna Forst (4 dozen—641/780-6503) February 19: Ruth Ross (792-7043) and Marilyn Tish (792-7010) February 26: Tori Reynolds (792-5391) and Barb Ward (792-1629)

February Coffee Hosts

February 5: Alice Schwarz (792-5709) February 12: Pat Drew (791-7634) February 19: Pam Conklin (791-2448) February 26: Pat Riemenschneider (641/521-4731) 8

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