Liberty United Methodist Church
THE BIG EVENT
ALL-CHURCH WORSHIP
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2008
LIBERTY COMMUNITY CENTER
9:30 Pre-Service Concert
10:00 Worship
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
All-Church Worship 8/4
Liberty United Methodist Church
THE BIG EVENT
ALL-CHURCH WORSHIP
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2008
LIBERTY COMMUNITY CENTER
9:30 Pre-Service Concert
10:00 Worship
Mark's Remarks 8/3
The late Erma Bombeck recorded the thoughts of a boy named Donald, preparing for his first day of kindergarten:
"My name is Donald, and I don't know anything. I have new underwear, a loose tooth, and I didn't sleep last night because I'm worried. What if a bell rings and a man yells, 'Where do you belong?' and I don't know? What if the trays in the cafeteria are too tall for me to reach? What if my loose tooth comes out when we have our heads down and are supposed to be quiet? Am I supposed to bleed quietly? What if I splash water on my name tag and my name disappears and no one knows who I am?"
There is something scary about every educational process. Life, in general, is difficult. Let’s not make it more difficult for our students.
We have several thousand children beginning classes this month. We have a good school board. They’re not perfect, but I sincerely doubt they’d be any better if you or I were
members. We don’t know everything, and it would be against the laws of our land for the board to tell us everything they know. The board is correcting what needs to be corrected, collecting what needs to be collected.
Our current school administrators are sincere individuals. Many, I think, are active followers of Jesus. They have our children’s best interests in their hearts.
Let the Methodists get behind the board and give them our support. Give them a call, send them a note, offer them your time. When some day our nametags disappear from this earth will anyone know who we are? Jesus will know. He’ll know your spirit, He’ll know your deeds, he’ll know your words. When the bell rings, he won’t yell, “Where do you belong?” He’ll be able to say, “Well done. You are a good and faithful servant. Enter into your peace.”
The late Erma Bombeck recorded the thoughts of a boy named Donald, preparing for his first day of kindergarten:
"My name is Donald, and I don't know anything. I have new underwear, a loose tooth, and I didn't sleep last night because I'm worried. What if a bell rings and a man yells, 'Where do you belong?' and I don't know? What if the trays in the cafeteria are too tall for me to reach? What if my loose tooth comes out when we have our heads down and are supposed to be quiet? Am I supposed to bleed quietly? What if I splash water on my name tag and my name disappears and no one knows who I am?"
There is something scary about every educational process. Life, in general, is difficult. Let’s not make it more difficult for our students.
We have several thousand children beginning classes this month. We have a good school board. They’re not perfect, but I sincerely doubt they’d be any better if you or I were
members. We don’t know everything, and it would be against the laws of our land for the board to tell us everything they know. The board is correcting what needs to be corrected, collecting what needs to be collected.
Our current school administrators are sincere individuals. Many, I think, are active followers of Jesus. They have our children’s best interests in their hearts.
Let the Methodists get behind the board and give them our support. Give them a call, send them a note, offer them your time. When some day our nametags disappear from this earth will anyone know who we are? Jesus will know. He’ll know your spirit, He’ll know your deeds, he’ll know your words. When the bell rings, he won’t yell, “Where do you belong?” He’ll be able to say, “Well done. You are a good and faithful servant. Enter into your peace.”
"My name is Donald, and I don't know anything. I have new underwear, a loose tooth, and I didn't sleep last night because I'm worried. What if a bell rings and a man yells, 'Where do you belong?' and I don't know? What if the trays in the cafeteria are too tall for me to reach? What if my loose tooth comes out when we have our heads down and are supposed to be quiet? Am I supposed to bleed quietly? What if I splash water on my name tag and my name disappears and no one knows who I am?"
There is something scary about every educational process. Life, in general, is difficult. Let’s not make it more difficult for our students.
We have several thousand children beginning classes this month. We have a good school board. They’re not perfect, but I sincerely doubt they’d be any better if you or I were
members. We don’t know everything, and it would be against the laws of our land for the board to tell us everything they know. The board is correcting what needs to be corrected, collecting what needs to be collected.
Our current school administrators are sincere individuals. Many, I think, are active followers of Jesus. They have our children’s best interests in their hearts.
Let the Methodists get behind the board and give them our support. Give them a call, send them a note, offer them your time. When some day our nametags disappear from this earth will anyone know who we are? Jesus will know. He’ll know your spirit, He’ll know your deeds, he’ll know your words. When the bell rings, he won’t yell, “Where do you belong?” He’ll be able to say, “Well done. You are a good and faithful servant. Enter into your peace.”
The late Erma Bombeck recorded the thoughts of a boy named Donald, preparing for his first day of kindergarten:
"My name is Donald, and I don't know anything. I have new underwear, a loose tooth, and I didn't sleep last night because I'm worried. What if a bell rings and a man yells, 'Where do you belong?' and I don't know? What if the trays in the cafeteria are too tall for me to reach? What if my loose tooth comes out when we have our heads down and are supposed to be quiet? Am I supposed to bleed quietly? What if I splash water on my name tag and my name disappears and no one knows who I am?"
There is something scary about every educational process. Life, in general, is difficult. Let’s not make it more difficult for our students.
We have several thousand children beginning classes this month. We have a good school board. They’re not perfect, but I sincerely doubt they’d be any better if you or I were
members. We don’t know everything, and it would be against the laws of our land for the board to tell us everything they know. The board is correcting what needs to be corrected, collecting what needs to be collected.
Our current school administrators are sincere individuals. Many, I think, are active followers of Jesus. They have our children’s best interests in their hearts.
Let the Methodists get behind the board and give them our support. Give them a call, send them a note, offer them your time. When some day our nametags disappear from this earth will anyone know who we are? Jesus will know. He’ll know your spirit, He’ll know your deeds, he’ll know your words. When the bell rings, he won’t yell, “Where do you belong?” He’ll be able to say, “Well done. You are a good and faithful servant. Enter into your peace.”
Adult Ministries 8/3
What does it mean to be United Methodist? This 5-week study of Methodism 101 is perfect for those of you considering church membership or those who have transferred from other faith backgrounds. Sunday mornings at 9:30 in room 224.
Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University - Register now, purchase your kit and plan to attend an information session on Sunday, August 24 at 9:00, 9:45 or 10:30 OR Tuesday, September 2. at 7 pm. This 13-week course will be taught on Tuesday evenings, 7-9 pm, beginning Sept. 16. Child care is available. Student kits are $93 and can be shared by couples.
NEW ON SUNDAY MORNINGS AT A TIME CONVENIENT FOR BOTH TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY WORSHIPPERS: Bible From Scratch: Old Testament for Beginners (followed by New Testament for beginners) 9:30-10:30 am in room 224 beginning August 31. This easy-to-understand overview of the Bible is for adults who have-or fear they have– little or no Bible knowledge. Come put the pieces together
LADIES BIBLE STUDY—Monday mornings and Thursday evenings begins Sept. 4 and Sept. 8. Both groups will be studying Kay Arthur’s Lord, Teach Me to Pray. For any woman who struggles with issues related to prayer, including making it a priority. Register now .Child care is available.
Disciple classes beginning after Labor Day:
Disciple I Wednesdays at 7pm OR Sundays at 9am
Disciple II Thursdays at 6:30pm
Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University - Register now, purchase your kit and plan to attend an information session on Sunday, August 24 at 9:00, 9:45 or 10:30 OR Tuesday, September 2. at 7 pm. This 13-week course will be taught on Tuesday evenings, 7-9 pm, beginning Sept. 16. Child care is available. Student kits are $93 and can be shared by couples.
NEW ON SUNDAY MORNINGS AT A TIME CONVENIENT FOR BOTH TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY WORSHIPPERS: Bible From Scratch: Old Testament for Beginners (followed by New Testament for beginners) 9:30-10:30 am in room 224 beginning August 31. This easy-to-understand overview of the Bible is for adults who have-or fear they have– little or no Bible knowledge. Come put the pieces together
LADIES BIBLE STUDY—Monday mornings and Thursday evenings begins Sept. 4 and Sept. 8. Both groups will be studying Kay Arthur’s Lord, Teach Me to Pray. For any woman who struggles with issues related to prayer, including making it a priority. Register now .Child care is available.
Disciple classes beginning after Labor Day:
Disciple I Wednesdays at 7pm OR Sundays at 9am
Disciple II Thursdays at 6:30pm
LUMY 8/3
This summer has been unbelievable for the students here at Liberty United Methodist Church. We are so excited about all the events we have this month and all the great stuff coming this fall. Please check out all that LUMY has to offer.
End of Summer LUMY Celebration- We are having our End of Summer LUMY Celebration on Sunday, August 3rd, from 6-8pm in the FLC/Wesley Hall. This will be a LUMY night where we are inviting you, your families, and anyone and everyone else in our congregation to experience LUMY, see what it is like, and to hear about all we did during the summer. We will look back at pictures, videos, and share stories about some of the great things that happened this summer. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS NIGHT!! If you have questions, please let Andrew Beard or Sarah Beard know.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, August 3rd- End of Summer LUMY Celebration. Families, friends, and anyone else are invited to LUMY that night. 6-8pm. FLC/Wesley Hall. LUMY for everyone.
Wednesday, August 6th- Cool Crest and Sheridan’s. 6th-12th grade. 5-10pm. Mini-golf, go-carts, batting cages, arcade games, pizza, and custard. Who could ask for anything more? Muy fun. Check your email for more details.
Friday, August 22nd- Back to School Hang Out. Another excuse to hang out and have a good time before the reality of school starting back up sets in. More details to come.
Sunday, August 24th- LUMY Parent Meeting. FLC/Wesley Hall. 6th-7th Grade parents from 5-6pm & 8th-12th Grade parents from 6:30-7:15pm.
August 29th-30th- Rock the Light Concert and Lock-In. More details on the way.
Friday, September 5th- 5th Quarter. This is a huge After Party following the Liberty High School Football Game. More details to come.
Sunday, September 7th- First Sunday night LUMY of the School Year. You will want to be there.
Please let Andrew or Sarah know if you have any questions or prayer requests.
Andrew Beard ~ Cell-816-810-4621 ~ Office- 781-4554 X109
Sarah Beard ~ Cell-636-346-6382 ~ Office- 781-4554 X110
End of Summer LUMY Celebration- We are having our End of Summer LUMY Celebration on Sunday, August 3rd, from 6-8pm in the FLC/Wesley Hall. This will be a LUMY night where we are inviting you, your families, and anyone and everyone else in our congregation to experience LUMY, see what it is like, and to hear about all we did during the summer. We will look back at pictures, videos, and share stories about some of the great things that happened this summer. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS NIGHT!! If you have questions, please let Andrew Beard or Sarah Beard know.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, August 3rd- End of Summer LUMY Celebration. Families, friends, and anyone else are invited to LUMY that night. 6-8pm. FLC/Wesley Hall. LUMY for everyone.
Wednesday, August 6th- Cool Crest and Sheridan’s. 6th-12th grade. 5-10pm. Mini-golf, go-carts, batting cages, arcade games, pizza, and custard. Who could ask for anything more? Muy fun. Check your email for more details.
Friday, August 22nd- Back to School Hang Out. Another excuse to hang out and have a good time before the reality of school starting back up sets in. More details to come.
Sunday, August 24th- LUMY Parent Meeting. FLC/Wesley Hall. 6th-7th Grade parents from 5-6pm & 8th-12th Grade parents from 6:30-7:15pm.
August 29th-30th- Rock the Light Concert and Lock-In. More details on the way.
Friday, September 5th- 5th Quarter. This is a huge After Party following the Liberty High School Football Game. More details to come.
Sunday, September 7th- First Sunday night LUMY of the School Year. You will want to be there.
Please let Andrew or Sarah know if you have any questions or prayer requests.
Andrew Beard ~ Cell-816-810-4621 ~ Office- 781-4554 X109
Sarah Beard ~ Cell-636-346-6382 ~ Office- 781-4554 X110
Children's Ministries 8/3
Important calendar dates for your planners:
Sunday, August 3: 2008-2009 Sunday School registrations begin
Wednesday, August 6: Christian Kindergarten Kickoff, 5:00 to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, August 6: Sunday School Teacher Training; 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 10: 2008-2009 HIS Kids registrations begin
Thursday, August 14: Sunday School Teacher Training; 6:30 to 8:30
Sunday, August 17: Blessing of the Backpack; during each worship service
Sunday, August 24: Promotion Sunday – all Sunday School kids start in their new classes
Sunday, August 24: Cradle Roll Graduation for 2 year olds
Sunday, August 24: HIS Kids New-Parent meeting; 12:00 noon
Wednesday, August 27: HIS Kids Staff Training Meeting
Be a Hero for a child
God has an adventure planned for you right here at Liberty United Methodist Church, where you play the role of a hero and do something big to benefit the children, for eternity! What could be more important than teaching our children about Jesus! That will make you a hero!
Sign up on-line to Be a Hero for a Child. Volunteer for Sunday School, Wednesday night HIS Kids, or the nursery. Go to http://www.lumcmo.org/content.cfm?id=2130
Sunday, August 3: 2008-2009 Sunday School registrations begin
Wednesday, August 6: Christian Kindergarten Kickoff, 5:00 to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, August 6: Sunday School Teacher Training; 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Sunday, August 10: 2008-2009 HIS Kids registrations begin
Thursday, August 14: Sunday School Teacher Training; 6:30 to 8:30
Sunday, August 17: Blessing of the Backpack; during each worship service
Sunday, August 24: Promotion Sunday – all Sunday School kids start in their new classes
Sunday, August 24: Cradle Roll Graduation for 2 year olds
Sunday, August 24: HIS Kids New-Parent meeting; 12:00 noon
Wednesday, August 27: HIS Kids Staff Training Meeting
Be a Hero for a child
God has an adventure planned for you right here at Liberty United Methodist Church, where you play the role of a hero and do something big to benefit the children, for eternity! What could be more important than teaching our children about Jesus! That will make you a hero!
Sign up on-line to Be a Hero for a Child. Volunteer for Sunday School, Wednesday night HIS Kids, or the nursery. Go to http://www.lumcmo.org/content.cfm?id=2130
Sojourner Class 8/3
HOPE FOR THE FUTURE - A STUDY OF REVELATION - The Sojourner Sunday School Class will begin an 8-week study of the book of Revelation on August 10. The study by William Carter includes four chapters on the letters of Christ to the seven early Christian churches and four chapters that center on reasons for hope and encouragement for God's people in selected passages from this often misunderstood last book in the Bible. The Sojourner class meets at 9:45 am in the Ark and welcomes all mature adults who want to grow in their faith and perfect their Christian discipleship.
For more information contact Pastor Renfrow at 781-4054 or any Sojourner member.
For more information contact Pastor Renfrow at 781-4054 or any Sojourner member.
Golden Wedding 8/3
On Sunday, August 10th, our Family Marriage team is inviting all of those in our church who’ve been married 50 years or longer to a special celebration. This program will commence in the 11am service and continue to a reception following.
If you have been married 50 years or longer, and if you have not received an invitation before August 1st, please reach us. We currently have 33 couple in our records who have celebrated Golden Anniversaries, but we want to be careful not to miss any.
If you have been married 50 years or longer, and if you have not received an invitation before August 1st, please reach us. We currently have 33 couple in our records who have celebrated Golden Anniversaries, but we want to be careful not to miss any.
VBS 8/3
The past week has been such an exciting time! We had 430 children enrolled in Vacation Bible School. What a great responsibility God gave us....... I think we pleased him! With 161 adult and teen volunteers we successfully taught these children what serving was all about! I am excited to say that as of Sunday, July 27 at 5:30pm, we have raised $4750 to go toward our mission project PET (personal energy transportation) vehicles. For only $250 each, we are able to give someone their dignity and self respect, as we pick them up off the ground and give them a PET. With the money that has been raised, we are now able to buy 19!!!!!
Our 5th graders helped get a paper recycle bin placed on church property, just between the Ark and the playground! Be sure to invite your friends and neighbors to drop off books, magazines, newspapers, junk mail, etc, etc....to help save our earth by recycling and reusing. Also our 5th graders were able to go to Freedom House to help price toys, they cleaned up a neighbor of the church's yard with the help of Faithworks, they had a texting conference with some children in an African orphanage and so much more.
I hope that while reading this you can feel my pride as I tell you that God's hands lead us through this week. We had one child stand in front of 200+ children and recite our Bible verse, we had little children emptying their piggy banks for offering, lemonade and water stands with proceeds going to our mission, even one of our teen helpers that gave $250, of money he earned by working this summer. My heart is so very full and thankful to God for bringing me in and showing me the way to teach and lead these children in His Big Backyard!
In His Name,
Kelly Cowger
Our 5th graders helped get a paper recycle bin placed on church property, just between the Ark and the playground! Be sure to invite your friends and neighbors to drop off books, magazines, newspapers, junk mail, etc, etc....to help save our earth by recycling and reusing. Also our 5th graders were able to go to Freedom House to help price toys, they cleaned up a neighbor of the church's yard with the help of Faithworks, they had a texting conference with some children in an African orphanage and so much more.
I hope that while reading this you can feel my pride as I tell you that God's hands lead us through this week. We had one child stand in front of 200+ children and recite our Bible verse, we had little children emptying their piggy banks for offering, lemonade and water stands with proceeds going to our mission, even one of our teen helpers that gave $250, of money he earned by working this summer. My heart is so very full and thankful to God for bringing me in and showing me the way to teach and lead these children in His Big Backyard!
In His Name,
Kelly Cowger
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Mark's Remarks 7/27
When we have a winsome week such as this, we want to share it with you! Four to five hundred children are here for Vacation Bible School. In one class the children were coloring pictures of the baby Moses in a basket, floating in the Nile. The teacher, Kelli , asked the children, “Who is watching over baby Moses?” No one answered, “the dark Knight,” no one said, “Santa Claus,” no one said, “Jesus,” although from a minister’s point of view, that would have been technically correct.
The children answered, “Miriam.” They answered correctly. When children learn, not just the major biblical players, but even some of the mid-level figures, that is great! There was a time when it seemed our children and youth learned little of the biblical record, some of which changed world history.
I’m vastly encouraged by the content, competence and crammed rooms we’re seeing this week. Our hundred and fifty or so volunteers, our education leaders and staff are to be highly commended for their planning, their patience, and their energy!
Jesus said it, “Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven. (Matthew 18:10)
The children answered, “Miriam.” They answered correctly. When children learn, not just the major biblical players, but even some of the mid-level figures, that is great! There was a time when it seemed our children and youth learned little of the biblical record, some of which changed world history.
I’m vastly encouraged by the content, competence and crammed rooms we’re seeing this week. Our hundred and fifty or so volunteers, our education leaders and staff are to be highly commended for their planning, their patience, and their energy!
Jesus said it, “Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven. (Matthew 18:10)
Worship Through th Arts Schedule 7/27
Worship Through The Arts
Concert Series
The Liberty United Methodist Church Worship Through The Arts Concert Series has been established as an outreach program of the Liberty UMC Music Department for our congregation, the Liberty community and the surrounding Kansas City area. For centuries, the church was the center of art and culture, and we wish to reaffirm this tradition by bringing first-class artists that possess rich forms of wholesome entertainment for you and your family. May this ministry enrich your life as you witness the power of God’s creation as we Worship Through the Arts.
Our season and performers:
September 7 – The Annie Moses Band
Liberty Performing Arts Theater
November 1 – Brad Sherrill: The Gospel of John
December 20 – Liberty UMC Chancel Choir and Orchestra
A Candlelight Christmas
February 7 – Phil and Pam Morgan – Gospel Music
April 25 – Joseph Martin – Piano & Composer
June 27 – Liberty UMC and Dr. Eph Ehly, conductor
Choral Festival (Waiting confirmation)
Season Ticket Prices:
Family = $130 Couple = $100 Single = $55
Season Ticket Holders will have reserved seating.
Individual ticket prices are: $12
Seniors Citizen Rate: $10
Students/Children Rate: $6
Bryan Taylor, coordinator
Adult Ministries 7/27
What does it mean to be United Methodist? This 5-week study of Methodism 101 is perfect for those of you considering church membership or those who have transferred from other faith backgrounds. Beginning July 27 on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in room 224.
Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University - Register now, purchase your kit and plan to attend an information session on Sunday, August 24, at 9:00, 9:45 or 10:30 OR Tuesday, September 2, at 7 pm. This 13-week course will be taught on Tuesday evenings, 7-9 pm, beginning Sept. 16. Child care is available. Student kits are $93 and can be shared by couples.
NEW ON SUNDAY MORNINGS AT A TIME CONVENIENT FOR BOTH TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY WORSHIPPERS: Bible From Scratch: Old Testament for Beginners (followed by New Testament for beginners) 9:30-10:30 am in room 224 beginning August 31. This easy-to-understand overview of the Bible is for adults who have-or fear they have– little or no Bible knowledge. Come put the pieces together.
Need help being more disciplined in your spiritual life? The Life You’ve Always Wanted: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People will give you the tools and motivation you need to make your spiritual life a priority.
Wednesdays at 6pm in Ark 2 beginning
Sept. 3. Child care available. Register now.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY—Monday mornings and Thursday evenings begins Sept. 4 and Sept. 8. Both groups will be studying Kay Arthur’s Lord, Teach Me to Pray. For any woman who struggles with issues related to prayer, including making it a priority. Register now .Child care is available.
DISCIPLE - Register Now for an in-depth Bible Study designed to expand your Biblical understanding, deepen your faith and connect you to other Christians in a small group setting.
Studies begin this Fall.
CONTACT LORA WILES AT LUMCMO.ORG OR 781-4554 x 111 TO REGISTER OR GET MORE INFORMATION
Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University - Register now, purchase your kit and plan to attend an information session on Sunday, August 24, at 9:00, 9:45 or 10:30 OR Tuesday, September 2, at 7 pm. This 13-week course will be taught on Tuesday evenings, 7-9 pm, beginning Sept. 16. Child care is available. Student kits are $93 and can be shared by couples.
NEW ON SUNDAY MORNINGS AT A TIME CONVENIENT FOR BOTH TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY WORSHIPPERS: Bible From Scratch: Old Testament for Beginners (followed by New Testament for beginners) 9:30-10:30 am in room 224 beginning August 31. This easy-to-understand overview of the Bible is for adults who have-or fear they have– little or no Bible knowledge. Come put the pieces together.
Need help being more disciplined in your spiritual life? The Life You’ve Always Wanted: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People will give you the tools and motivation you need to make your spiritual life a priority.
Wednesdays at 6pm in Ark 2 beginning
Sept. 3. Child care available. Register now.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY—Monday mornings and Thursday evenings begins Sept. 4 and Sept. 8. Both groups will be studying Kay Arthur’s Lord, Teach Me to Pray. For any woman who struggles with issues related to prayer, including making it a priority. Register now .Child care is available.
DISCIPLE - Register Now for an in-depth Bible Study designed to expand your Biblical understanding, deepen your faith and connect you to other Christians in a small group setting.
Studies begin this Fall.
CONTACT LORA WILES AT LUMCMO.ORG OR 781-4554 x 111 TO REGISTER OR GET MORE INFORMATION
LUMY 7/27
Sunday Night LUMY is back tonight. We are having an After Party (location TBA) and that will be our last After Party. So, you don’t want to miss it. We will need someone to help with Sign In/Out and attend the After Party that night, so please let me know if you can help.
End of Summer LUMY Celebration- We are having our End of Summer LUMY Celebration on Sunday, August 3rd, from 6-8pm in the FLC/Wesley Hall. This will be a LUMY night where we are inviting your families to see what LUMY is like and to hear about all we did during the summer. We will look back at pictures, videos, and share stories about some of the great things that happened this summer. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS NIGHT!! Once again, we’ll have more details down the road.
This summer we have been doing two different studies in addition to Sunday Night LUMY. One is for students going into 9th-11th grade and the other is for the new Seniors and recent Grads. Since the meetings are at our house, we need an additional permission slip filled out. You can pick up one of the permission slips at LUMY or from our office (rm 206) at church.
9th-11th-Graders- We are doing a study on Christianity and World Religions. We meet Monday mornings at 9:00am at the Beards’ home (my house, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/28, 8/4. Basically every other Monday.
12th-13th-Graders- We are doing a study on Prayer called When God’s People Pray. We meet Wednesday mornings at the Beards’ home (my house again, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/30, 8/6. Basically every other Wednesday.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, July 27th- Sunday Night LUMY and After Party. Location TBA.
Thursday, July 31st- Worlds of Fun trip with Bridge and LUMY 101 (incoming 6th-and 7th-graders).
Meet at the Study Center at 9:30am and pick up at 5:30pm. You are responsible
for your own ticket. Bring money for food.
Sunday, August 3rd- End of Summer LUMY Celebration. Families invited to LUMY that night. 6-8pm.
More details to come.
Wednesday, August 6th- Cool Crest and Sheridan’s. 6th-12th grade. 5-10pm. Muy fun. More details to
come.
Sunday, August 24th- LUMY Parent Meeting. 6th-7th-Grade Parents from 5-6pm & 8th-12th-Grade
parents from 6:30-7:15pm.
August 29th-30th- Rock the Light Concert and Lock-In. More details on the way.
Please let Andrew or Sarah know if you have any questions or prayer requests.
Andrew Beard ~ Cell-816-810-4621 ~ Office- 781-4554 X109
Sarah Beard ~ Cell-636-346-6382 ~ Office- 781-4554 X110
End of Summer LUMY Celebration- We are having our End of Summer LUMY Celebration on Sunday, August 3rd, from 6-8pm in the FLC/Wesley Hall. This will be a LUMY night where we are inviting your families to see what LUMY is like and to hear about all we did during the summer. We will look back at pictures, videos, and share stories about some of the great things that happened this summer. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS NIGHT!! Once again, we’ll have more details down the road.
This summer we have been doing two different studies in addition to Sunday Night LUMY. One is for students going into 9th-11th grade and the other is for the new Seniors and recent Grads. Since the meetings are at our house, we need an additional permission slip filled out. You can pick up one of the permission slips at LUMY or from our office (rm 206) at church.
9th-11th-Graders- We are doing a study on Christianity and World Religions. We meet Monday mornings at 9:00am at the Beards’ home (my house, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/28, 8/4. Basically every other Monday.
12th-13th-Graders- We are doing a study on Prayer called When God’s People Pray. We meet Wednesday mornings at the Beards’ home (my house again, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/30, 8/6. Basically every other Wednesday.
Upcoming Events
Sunday, July 27th- Sunday Night LUMY and After Party. Location TBA.
Thursday, July 31st- Worlds of Fun trip with Bridge and LUMY 101 (incoming 6th-and 7th-graders).
Meet at the Study Center at 9:30am and pick up at 5:30pm. You are responsible
for your own ticket. Bring money for food.
Sunday, August 3rd- End of Summer LUMY Celebration. Families invited to LUMY that night. 6-8pm.
More details to come.
Wednesday, August 6th- Cool Crest and Sheridan’s. 6th-12th grade. 5-10pm. Muy fun. More details to
come.
Sunday, August 24th- LUMY Parent Meeting. 6th-7th-Grade Parents from 5-6pm & 8th-12th-Grade
parents from 6:30-7:15pm.
August 29th-30th- Rock the Light Concert and Lock-In. More details on the way.
Please let Andrew or Sarah know if you have any questions or prayer requests.
Andrew Beard ~ Cell-816-810-4621 ~ Office- 781-4554 X109
Sarah Beard ~ Cell-636-346-6382 ~ Office- 781-4554 X110
VBS Picnic 7/27
God is good, all the time. All the time, God is good. This past week of Vacation Bible School has been amazing in the life of this church. It was multi-generational and packed full of wonderful experiences. The lessons learned from the Bible, food, music, crafts and games were fun and life changing for our children, teens and adults alike!
Join us today for the VBS picnic at 12:00 noon on the Study Center lawn. Donations will be accepted to cover the cost of the catered meal. There will be games, activities, and a dunk tank for the kids. The treasured and loved tree house will be auctioned off at 1:30. Cooper the VBS mascot and Pepper the Recycle Dog will also be there for a short appearance.
Join us today for the VBS picnic at 12:00 noon on the Study Center lawn. Donations will be accepted to cover the cost of the catered meal. There will be games, activities, and a dunk tank for the kids. The treasured and loved tree house will be auctioned off at 1:30. Cooper the VBS mascot and Pepper the Recycle Dog will also be there for a short appearance.
Children's Ministries 7/27
This week’s Sunday School lesson is called Shipwrecked. It comes from Acts 27. Paul is in a shipwreck. Paul had courage even though he could have been very scared. On the DVD segment you’ll see how some people are coping with how a storm changed their lives. The kids will learn that God will watch over us always, no matter what!
Be A Hero For A Child – Volunteer for one of our Children’s Ministries for the upcoming year. We need lots of people to help in Sunday School, HIS Kids, or and nursery. Red brochures are available in the literature racks and in the pew books.
Be A Hero For A Child – Volunteer for one of our Children’s Ministries for the upcoming year. We need lots of people to help in Sunday School, HIS Kids, or and nursery. Red brochures are available in the literature racks and in the pew books.
Golden Wedding Sunday 7/27
Golden Wedding Sunday
On Sunday, August 10th, our Family Marriage team is inviting all of those in our church who’ve been married 50 years or longer to a special celebration. This program will commence in the 11am service and continue to a reception following.
If you have been married 50 years or longer, and if you have not received an invitation before August 1st, please reach us. We currently have 33 couple in our records who have celebrated Golden Anniversaries, but we want to be careful not to miss any.
On Sunday, August 10th, our Family Marriage team is inviting all of those in our church who’ve been married 50 years or longer to a special celebration. This program will commence in the 11am service and continue to a reception following.
If you have been married 50 years or longer, and if you have not received an invitation before August 1st, please reach us. We currently have 33 couple in our records who have celebrated Golden Anniversaries, but we want to be careful not to miss any.
Food Kitchen Signup 7/27
FOOD KITCHEN SIGNUP
Please sign up today to help work this coming Saturday, August 2.
Signup sheets will be in the Narthex and the Foyer of the FLC.
What a great way to spend a summer Saturday morning!!
Please sign up today to help work this coming Saturday, August 2.
Signup sheets will be in the Narthex and the Foyer of the FLC.
What a great way to spend a summer Saturday morning!!
Musical Memorial Gift 7/27
A Musical Memorial Gift to Liberty UMC
It is my honor to announce that the Liberty United Methodist Church has been given a carillon in loving memory of John Sprugel by the Sprugel family and many dear friends. This carillon is a Maas-Rowe Digital Amplified Bell and Carillon which is a fully automatic system providing traditional Swinging Bells, Pealing Bells, and Tolling Bells as well as Westminster Chimes and Hour Strikes.
This is a beautiful gift from family and friends that speaks of John’s love of God and his desire to let the community know of God’s majesty. This instrument allows for his passion to continue for many years to come. It is an instrument which can be easily moved to our new church site.
The Sprugel Family would like to invite you to a dedication of this instrument on Sunday, August 10, at 4:00 pm in the sanctuary. For more information about this instrument, please look at the music bulletin boards in the Lawson Hall area. ~ Bryan Taylor
It is my honor to announce that the Liberty United Methodist Church has been given a carillon in loving memory of John Sprugel by the Sprugel family and many dear friends. This carillon is a Maas-Rowe Digital Amplified Bell and Carillon which is a fully automatic system providing traditional Swinging Bells, Pealing Bells, and Tolling Bells as well as Westminster Chimes and Hour Strikes.
This is a beautiful gift from family and friends that speaks of John’s love of God and his desire to let the community know of God’s majesty. This instrument allows for his passion to continue for many years to come. It is an instrument which can be easily moved to our new church site.
The Sprugel Family would like to invite you to a dedication of this instrument on Sunday, August 10, at 4:00 pm in the sanctuary. For more information about this instrument, please look at the music bulletin boards in the Lawson Hall area. ~ Bryan Taylor
Sojourner Class 7/27
HOPE FOR THE FUTURE - A STUDY OF REVELATION - The Sojourner Sunday School Class will begin an 8-week study of the book of Revelation on August 10. The study by William Carter includes four chapters on the letters of Christ to the seven early Christian churches and four chapters that center on reasons for hope and encouragement for God's people in selected passages from this often misunderstood last book in the Bible. The Sojourner class meets at 9:45 am in the Ark and welcomes all mature adults who want to grow in their faith and perfect their Christian discipleship.
For more information contact Pastor Renfrow at 781-4054 or any Sojourner member.
For more information contact Pastor Renfrow at 781-4054 or any Sojourner member.
Prayer Ministries 7/27
Prayer Ministries
Cancer Prayer Team – The Team will meet next Tuesday, the 29th, at 7 p.m. Those wishing to pray with the Team need to gather in the Library. If you know someone struggling with cancer and want us to begin praying for them, or if you’d like to join the Team, contact Pastor Renfrow at 781-4054
Prayers of our Military—Please continue to include those persons you know serving in our military in your daily prayers asking God to protect them and bring them back home safely.
Prayers for our New Church – Pray for our various planning committees and architect as they work to make our new church building a reality. Also pray for our Long Range Planning Committee as it strives to provide for the future of God’s work through LUMC.
Prayers for Mark and Scott – Thank God for them and pray that He will continue to bless them in their ministry and in their personal lives .
Cancer Prayer Team – The Team will meet next Tuesday, the 29th, at 7 p.m. Those wishing to pray with the Team need to gather in the Library. If you know someone struggling with cancer and want us to begin praying for them, or if you’d like to join the Team, contact Pastor Renfrow at 781-4054
Prayers of our Military—Please continue to include those persons you know serving in our military in your daily prayers asking God to protect them and bring them back home safely.
Prayers for our New Church – Pray for our various planning committees and architect as they work to make our new church building a reality. Also pray for our Long Range Planning Committee as it strives to provide for the future of God’s work through LUMC.
Prayers for Mark and Scott – Thank God for them and pray that He will continue to bless them in their ministry and in their personal lives .
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Mark's Remarks 7/20
Being home from vacation is an awesome experience! New York is a wonderful place, but would anyone want to live there? The memories from vacation are terrific. Sometimes those memories look better in the rear view mirror than in the windshield. The same is with our memories of anything. Athletes often are far better in their memory than in reality. The old saying, “The older we are, the better we were,” has a lot of truth to it.
That same principle happens in church. When our children were little, that was “the good ole’ days” at LUMC. This week our Bible School will be a terrific time that your children will long remember. They’ll tell their children, “When I was a child in Bible School, our class met in the kitchen. We were always cooking up something!”
Many will also be saying, “That’s where I first learned about the Bible and Jesus.” If you have a child, grandchild, or a neighbor’s child that you really care about, this could be a turning point week for them. The key is you. Will you bring them?
By the way, all of you, duck in one morning this week Roam the halls, listen to the music, see the art work, watch the children. Stop by and see for yourself. Come into my office so I know you checked it out. Let me know what you think; tell someone else, also.
That same principle happens in church. When our children were little, that was “the good ole’ days” at LUMC. This week our Bible School will be a terrific time that your children will long remember. They’ll tell their children, “When I was a child in Bible School, our class met in the kitchen. We were always cooking up something!”
Many will also be saying, “That’s where I first learned about the Bible and Jesus.” If you have a child, grandchild, or a neighbor’s child that you really care about, this could be a turning point week for them. The key is you. Will you bring them?
By the way, all of you, duck in one morning this week Roam the halls, listen to the music, see the art work, watch the children. Stop by and see for yourself. Come into my office so I know you checked it out. Let me know what you think; tell someone else, also.
Adult Ministries 7/20
Registering your participation early for these groups helps us to plan appropriately for curriculum and teaching needs.
What does it mean to be United Methodist? This 5-week study of Methodism 101 is perfect for those of you considering church membership or those who have transferred from other faith backgrounds. Beginning July 27 on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in room 224.
Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University ~ Register now, purchase your kit and plan to attend an information session on Sunday, August 24, at 9:00, 9:45 or 10:30 OR Tuesday, September 2, at 7 pm. This 13-week course will be taught on Tuesday evenings, 7-9 pm, beginning Sept. 16. Childcare is available. Student kits are $93 and can be shared by couples.
Need help being more disciplined in your spiritual life? The Life You’ve Always Wanted: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People will give you the tools and motivation you need to make your spiritual life a priority.
Wednesdays at 6pm in Ark 2 beginning Sept. 3. Child care available. Register now.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY—Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; begins Sept. 4 and Sept. 8. Both groups will be studying Kay Arthur’s Lord, Teach Me to Pray. For any woman who struggles with issues related to prayer, including making it a priority. Register now .Childcare is available.
DISCIPLE ~ Register Now for an in-depth Bible Study designed to expand your Biblical understanding, deepen your faith and connect you to other Christians in a small group setting.
Studies begin this Fall.
CONTACT LORA WILES AT LUMCMO.ORG OR 781-4554 x 111 TO REGISTER OR GET MORE INFORMATION
What does it mean to be United Methodist? This 5-week study of Methodism 101 is perfect for those of you considering church membership or those who have transferred from other faith backgrounds. Beginning July 27 on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in room 224.
Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University ~ Register now, purchase your kit and plan to attend an information session on Sunday, August 24, at 9:00, 9:45 or 10:30 OR Tuesday, September 2, at 7 pm. This 13-week course will be taught on Tuesday evenings, 7-9 pm, beginning Sept. 16. Childcare is available. Student kits are $93 and can be shared by couples.
Need help being more disciplined in your spiritual life? The Life You’ve Always Wanted: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People will give you the tools and motivation you need to make your spiritual life a priority.
Wednesdays at 6pm in Ark 2 beginning Sept. 3. Child care available. Register now.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY—Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; begins Sept. 4 and Sept. 8. Both groups will be studying Kay Arthur’s Lord, Teach Me to Pray. For any woman who struggles with issues related to prayer, including making it a priority. Register now .Childcare is available.
DISCIPLE ~ Register Now for an in-depth Bible Study designed to expand your Biblical understanding, deepen your faith and connect you to other Christians in a small group setting.
Studies begin this Fall.
CONTACT LORA WILES AT LUMCMO.ORG OR 781-4554 x 111 TO REGISTER OR GET MORE INFORMATION
LUMY 7/20
No Sunday Night LUMY tonight Sunday, July 20th. A group of us are in Guatemala. Please continue to pray for us, our travels, the work that we do, and our health. Sunday Night LUMY will be back on Sunday, July 27th. We are having an After Party that night (location TBA) and that will be our last After Party. So, you don’t want to miss it. More details to come. We will need someone to help with Sign In/Out and attend the After Party that night, so please let me know if you can help.
End of Summer LUMY Celebration- We are having our End of Summer LUMY Celebration on Sunday August 3rd, from 6-8pm in the FLC/Wesley Hall. This will be a LUMY night where we are inviting your families to see what LUMY is like and to hear about all we did during the summer. We will look back at pictures, videos, and share stories about some of the great things that happened this summer. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS NIGHT!! Once again, we’ll have more details down the road.
This summer we have been doing two different studies in addition to Sunday Night LUMY. One is for students going into 9th-11th grade and the other is for the new Seniors and recent Grads. Since the meetings are at our house, we need an additional permission slip filled out. You can pick up one of the permission slips at LUMY or from our office (rm 206) at church.
9th-11th-Graders- We are doing a study on Christianity and World Religions. We meet Monday mornings at 9:00am at the Beards’ home (my house, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/28, 8/4. Basically every other Monday.
12th-13th-Graders- We are doing a study on Prayer called when God’s People Pray. We meet Wednesday mornings at the Beards’ home (my house again, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/16, 7/30, 8/6. Basically every other Wednesday.
Upcoming Events
July 17th-25th- A group from our church including many LUMY students will be in Guatemala. Please pray for safe travels.
Sunday, July 20th- NO LUMY. We are in Guatemala on a mission trip.
Sunday, July 27th- Sunday Night LUMY and After Party. Location TBA.
Thursday, July 31st- Worlds of Fun trip with Bridge and LUMY 101 (incoming 6th-and 7th-graders). Meet at the Study Center at 9:30am and pick up at 5:30pm. You are responsible for your own ticket. Bring money for food.
Sunday August 3rd- End of Summer LUMY Celebration. Families invited to LUMY that night. 6-8pm. More details to come.
Wednesday, August 6th- Cool Crest and Sheridan’s. 6th-12th grade. 5-10pm. Muy fun. More details to come.
Sunday, August 24th- LUMY Parent Meeting. 6th-7th-Grade Parents from 5-6pm & 8th-12th-Grade parents from 6:30-7:15pm.
August 29th-30th- Rock the Light Concert and Lock-In. More details on the way.
Please let Andrew or Sarah know if you have any questions or prayer requests.
Andrew Beard ~ Cell-816-810-4621 ~ Office- 781-4554 X109
Sarah Beard ~ Cell-636-346-6382 ~ Office- 781-4554 X110
End of Summer LUMY Celebration- We are having our End of Summer LUMY Celebration on Sunday August 3rd, from 6-8pm in the FLC/Wesley Hall. This will be a LUMY night where we are inviting your families to see what LUMY is like and to hear about all we did during the summer. We will look back at pictures, videos, and share stories about some of the great things that happened this summer. YOU DO NOT WANT TO MISS THIS NIGHT!! Once again, we’ll have more details down the road.
This summer we have been doing two different studies in addition to Sunday Night LUMY. One is for students going into 9th-11th grade and the other is for the new Seniors and recent Grads. Since the meetings are at our house, we need an additional permission slip filled out. You can pick up one of the permission slips at LUMY or from our office (rm 206) at church.
9th-11th-Graders- We are doing a study on Christianity and World Religions. We meet Monday mornings at 9:00am at the Beards’ home (my house, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/28, 8/4. Basically every other Monday.
12th-13th-Graders- We are doing a study on Prayer called when God’s People Pray. We meet Wednesday mornings at the Beards’ home (my house again, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/16, 7/30, 8/6. Basically every other Wednesday.
Upcoming Events
July 17th-25th- A group from our church including many LUMY students will be in Guatemala. Please pray for safe travels.
Sunday, July 20th- NO LUMY. We are in Guatemala on a mission trip.
Sunday, July 27th- Sunday Night LUMY and After Party. Location TBA.
Thursday, July 31st- Worlds of Fun trip with Bridge and LUMY 101 (incoming 6th-and 7th-graders). Meet at the Study Center at 9:30am and pick up at 5:30pm. You are responsible for your own ticket. Bring money for food.
Sunday August 3rd- End of Summer LUMY Celebration. Families invited to LUMY that night. 6-8pm. More details to come.
Wednesday, August 6th- Cool Crest and Sheridan’s. 6th-12th grade. 5-10pm. Muy fun. More details to come.
Sunday, August 24th- LUMY Parent Meeting. 6th-7th-Grade Parents from 5-6pm & 8th-12th-Grade parents from 6:30-7:15pm.
August 29th-30th- Rock the Light Concert and Lock-In. More details on the way.
Please let Andrew or Sarah know if you have any questions or prayer requests.
Andrew Beard ~ Cell-816-810-4621 ~ Office- 781-4554 X109
Sarah Beard ~ Cell-636-346-6382 ~ Office- 781-4554 X110
VBS News 7/20
You are invited to the VBS all-church picnic next Sunday, July 27. A catered meal will be served at noon on the Study Center lawn. Donations will be accepted to defray the cost of the meal. The Family Events team will sponsor games and a dunk tank. A closing program will be presented by the VBS assembly team. Also, the treasured tree house, built for the VBS assembly area, will be auctioned off at 1:30 pm. Be the high bidder and you’ll get to take it home! The money will be added to our VBS mission offering.
Please hold our VBS directors, staff, teen helpers, and the nearly 400 children in your prayers this week of Vacation Bible School. Next Sunday, the children will sing for you in worship.
VBS t-shirts are now on sale.
Children’s sizes are $6.00,
Adult sizes are $7.00.
Purchase yours today after worship!
Please hold our VBS directors, staff, teen helpers, and the nearly 400 children in your prayers this week of Vacation Bible School. Next Sunday, the children will sing for you in worship.
VBS t-shirts are now on sale.
Children’s sizes are $6.00,
Adult sizes are $7.00.
Purchase yours today after worship!
Sunday School 7/20
Sunday School lesson comes from Acts 9:20-25, 28. It’s called Down the Wall. The Bible story is about Paul and a time that he needed help from his friends. Paul’s friends used a basket to help him escape over a wall. What can you do to help your friends?
LUMC DIRT Team News 7/20
LUMC DIRT Team is going to Iowa!
The DIRT Team will be gong to Wapello, Iowa, Sunday, July 27– Friday, August 1, to help flood victims. If you are interested in going, please call Kevin Fisher at 719-3714.
LUMC DIRT Team
The DIRT team has an ongoing need for good used appliances, i.e. refrigerators, freezers, stoves, washers, dryers and microwaves. These will be taken to the next disaster site. Call Kevin Fisher if you have any questions-719-3714.
The DIRT Team will be gong to Wapello, Iowa, Sunday, July 27– Friday, August 1, to help flood victims. If you are interested in going, please call Kevin Fisher at 719-3714.
LUMC DIRT Team
The DIRT team has an ongoing need for good used appliances, i.e. refrigerators, freezers, stoves, washers, dryers and microwaves. These will be taken to the next disaster site. Call Kevin Fisher if you have any questions-719-3714.
Golden Wedding Sunday 7/20
Golden Wedding Sunday
On Sunday, August 10th, our Family Marriage team is inviting all of those in our church who’ve been married 50 years or longer to a special celebration. This program will commence in the 11am service and continue to a reception following.
If you have been married 50 years or longer, and if you have not received an invitation before August 1st, please reach us. We currently have 33 couple in our records who have celebrated Golden Anniversaries, but we want to be careful not to miss any.
On Sunday, August 10th, our Family Marriage team is inviting all of those in our church who’ve been married 50 years or longer to a special celebration. This program will commence in the 11am service and continue to a reception following.
If you have been married 50 years or longer, and if you have not received an invitation before August 1st, please reach us. We currently have 33 couple in our records who have celebrated Golden Anniversaries, but we want to be careful not to miss any.
Musical Memorial Gift to LUMC 7/20
A Musical Memorial Gift to Liberty UMC
It is my honor to announce that the Liberty United Methodist Church has been given a carillon in loving memory of John Sprugel by the Sprugel family and many dear friends. This carillon is a Maas-Rowe Digital Amplified Bell and Carillon, which is a fully automatic system providing traditional Swinging Bells, Pealing Bells, and Tolling Bells as well as Westminster Chimes and Hour Strikes.
This instrument creates its distinctly beautiful bell sounds live at the moment they are heard by striking hand- tuned miniature bells with electric clappers. It can also play Compact Disks of digitally recorded carillons with hundreds of hymns and songs. The speakers for this system will be situated above the narthex and will provide our church family and the community with the striking of the hour and hymns that can be played at various times.
This is a beautiful gift from family and friends that speaks of John’s love of God and his desire to let the community know of God’s majesty. This instrument allows for his passion to continue for many years to come. It is an instrument which can be easily moved to our new church site.
The Sprugel family would like to invite you to a dedication of this instrument on Sunday, August 10,at 4:00 pm in the sanctuary. For more information about this instrument, please look at the music bulletin boards in the Lawson Hall area. ~ Bryan Taylor, Director of Music
It is my honor to announce that the Liberty United Methodist Church has been given a carillon in loving memory of John Sprugel by the Sprugel family and many dear friends. This carillon is a Maas-Rowe Digital Amplified Bell and Carillon, which is a fully automatic system providing traditional Swinging Bells, Pealing Bells, and Tolling Bells as well as Westminster Chimes and Hour Strikes.
This instrument creates its distinctly beautiful bell sounds live at the moment they are heard by striking hand- tuned miniature bells with electric clappers. It can also play Compact Disks of digitally recorded carillons with hundreds of hymns and songs. The speakers for this system will be situated above the narthex and will provide our church family and the community with the striking of the hour and hymns that can be played at various times.
This is a beautiful gift from family and friends that speaks of John’s love of God and his desire to let the community know of God’s majesty. This instrument allows for his passion to continue for many years to come. It is an instrument which can be easily moved to our new church site.
The Sprugel family would like to invite you to a dedication of this instrument on Sunday, August 10,at 4:00 pm in the sanctuary. For more information about this instrument, please look at the music bulletin boards in the Lawson Hall area. ~ Bryan Taylor, Director of Music
Music 7/20
Missouri Choral Directors Association
Church and Community Choir Honor Choir 2008
Congratulations to the following singers from the Chancel Choir selected to this honor choir. They just performed in Jefferson City with 100 more singers at the annual MCDA music conference. The choir was conducted by Kansas City composer, Mark Hayes. The song they sing in worship today is one of the selections from this concert.
Diane Alley, Julie Alt, Elizabeth Anderson, Betty Bell, Betty Blair, Susan Bryan,Kristi Dingus, Carolyn Hill, Jim Sajevic, Peggy Sajevic, Yvonne Seckington,Kristen Uhlman, Jane Woodruff
Church and Community Choir Honor Choir 2008
Congratulations to the following singers from the Chancel Choir selected to this honor choir. They just performed in Jefferson City with 100 more singers at the annual MCDA music conference. The choir was conducted by Kansas City composer, Mark Hayes. The song they sing in worship today is one of the selections from this concert.
Diane Alley, Julie Alt, Elizabeth Anderson, Betty Bell, Betty Blair, Susan Bryan,Kristi Dingus, Carolyn Hill, Jim Sajevic, Peggy Sajevic, Yvonne Seckington,Kristen Uhlman, Jane Woodruff
Pictorial Directory 7/20
Pictorial Directory
Please signup today to have your picture taken for the new Pictorial Directory. Photos will be taken July 29-August 2 & August 4-9 on weekdays from 3:00pm - 9:30pm and Saturdays from 10am -5pm. If you have not already registered you can signup on-line at www.signup.olanmills.com (Enter 8167814554 as the church phone number), come by the church office this week or signup at church this Sunday!
Please signup today to have your picture taken for the new Pictorial Directory. Photos will be taken July 29-August 2 & August 4-9 on weekdays from 3:00pm - 9:30pm and Saturdays from 10am -5pm. If you have not already registered you can signup on-line at www.signup.olanmills.com (Enter 8167814554 as the church phone number), come by the church office this week or signup at church this Sunday!
Friday, July 11, 2008
Scott's Thoughts 7/13
As Pastor of Evangelism I am focused on finding the best ways to be hospitable to visitors and members, offer a comfortable and challenging worship environment, effectively communicate in a variety of mediums and ultimately tell the gospel story to all who will listen. We had a great kick-off meeting two weeks ago for our new H.O.M.E. Team and the breakout teams of Hospitality, Outreach, Marketing and Evangelism are creating action plans for implementation. It is not too late to be a part of these teams. If you missed the kick-off meeting and would like to use your gifts in these areas, please let me know.
Being hospitable, reaching out to others, promoting Liberty UMC to your friends and neighbors and telling them of the love of God is really all of our responsibilities. The church, as the body of Christ, needs all of the parts working together. We often, especially in the summer months, have difficulty finding enough ushers, communion servers, greeters and teachers. Please consider serving in one of these capacities if possible.
There are many other ways that we can help people feel at H.O.M.E. here at Liberty UMC. Here are a few that come to mind:
· Wear your nametag!
· Signup to have your picture taken for the pictorial directory.
· Make an effort to get to know at least one new person each week.
· Reach out to people you see in worship and pass in the halls that you may not recognize, and offer to help them find their way.
· Personally invite your friends, relatives, acquaintances and neighbors to worship with you and to your small group. This system is called F.R.A.N. Networking.
· Show and Tell others about your walk with Christ and your H.O.M.E. Church, Liberty UMC. Sharing your
faith with someone else will have eternal rewards!
God Bless,
Scott
Being hospitable, reaching out to others, promoting Liberty UMC to your friends and neighbors and telling them of the love of God is really all of our responsibilities. The church, as the body of Christ, needs all of the parts working together. We often, especially in the summer months, have difficulty finding enough ushers, communion servers, greeters and teachers. Please consider serving in one of these capacities if possible.
There are many other ways that we can help people feel at H.O.M.E. here at Liberty UMC. Here are a few that come to mind:
· Wear your nametag!
· Signup to have your picture taken for the pictorial directory.
· Make an effort to get to know at least one new person each week.
· Reach out to people you see in worship and pass in the halls that you may not recognize, and offer to help them find their way.
· Personally invite your friends, relatives, acquaintances and neighbors to worship with you and to your small group. This system is called F.R.A.N. Networking.
· Show and Tell others about your walk with Christ and your H.O.M.E. Church, Liberty UMC. Sharing your
faith with someone else will have eternal rewards!
God Bless,
Scott
Golden Wedding Sunday 7/13
Golden Wedding Sunday
On Sunday, August 10th, our Family Marriage team is inviting all of those in our church who’ve been married 50 years or longer to a special celebration. This program will commence in the 11am service and continue to a reception following.
If you have been married 50 years or longer, and if you have not received an invitation before August 1st, please reach us. We currently have 33 couples in our records who have celebrated Golden Anniversaries, but we want to be careful not to miss any
On Sunday, August 10th, our Family Marriage team is inviting all of those in our church who’ve been married 50 years or longer to a special celebration. This program will commence in the 11am service and continue to a reception following.
If you have been married 50 years or longer, and if you have not received an invitation before August 1st, please reach us. We currently have 33 couples in our records who have celebrated Golden Anniversaries, but we want to be careful not to miss any
Childern's Ministries 7/1
Children’s Sunday School Times Every Sunday
8:55, 9:40 and 10:25
The nursery is open on Sundays from 8:00 to noon.
To make weekday nursery reservations, please call 781-4554 and leave a message at ext. 112.
Sponsor a Child to VBS envelopes are available in the literature racks. It costs about $15.00 to send a child to VBS. Thank you for your financial help in bringing these children to Christ.
The Tree house, built for the Vacation Bible School assembly area, will be auctioned off at the all-church picnic on July 27th. Want a treasured keepsake for your children or grandchildren? Join us at the picnic at noon on the 27th, be the high bidder, and you’ll get to take it home! The money will be added to our VBS mission offering.
VBS t-shirts are now on sale. Children’s sizes are $6.00, adult sizes are $7.00. Purchase yours today after worship!
Thanks today goes to Amy Steinbeck and the skit team for bringing us the message of Vacation Bible School. VBS is July 21 – 25th from 9:00 to noon. Bus transportation is available if needed; contact Sondra to receive information and paperwork.
The Sunday School lesson for July 13 is called “Jesus Calms the Storm.” It comes from Matthew 8:23-27 and Mark 4:35-41. Ask your children some “I wonder” questions: I wonder if the water splashed into the boat? I wonder how they woke up Jesus? I wonder what Jesus’ voice sounded like when he told the storm to be still?
Be a Hero for a Child . . . volunteer to work in one of our children’s ministries: Sunday School, Wednesday night “HIS Kids”, or the nursery. The commitment is for one year and all positions are job-share positions, committing to two times a month. You never have to do it alone; our LUMC Safe Sanctuary Child Protection Policy requires two-deep leadership at all times. Teachers must be members; Shepherds and helpers can be non-members. All “Heroes” must receive Safe Sanctuary training and have a background check. Call the church office or pick up a red registration form today. They are available in the literature racks.
8:55, 9:40 and 10:25
The nursery is open on Sundays from 8:00 to noon.
To make weekday nursery reservations, please call 781-4554 and leave a message at ext. 112.
Sponsor a Child to VBS envelopes are available in the literature racks. It costs about $15.00 to send a child to VBS. Thank you for your financial help in bringing these children to Christ.
The Tree house, built for the Vacation Bible School assembly area, will be auctioned off at the all-church picnic on July 27th. Want a treasured keepsake for your children or grandchildren? Join us at the picnic at noon on the 27th, be the high bidder, and you’ll get to take it home! The money will be added to our VBS mission offering.
VBS t-shirts are now on sale. Children’s sizes are $6.00, adult sizes are $7.00. Purchase yours today after worship!
Thanks today goes to Amy Steinbeck and the skit team for bringing us the message of Vacation Bible School. VBS is July 21 – 25th from 9:00 to noon. Bus transportation is available if needed; contact Sondra to receive information and paperwork.
The Sunday School lesson for July 13 is called “Jesus Calms the Storm.” It comes from Matthew 8:23-27 and Mark 4:35-41. Ask your children some “I wonder” questions: I wonder if the water splashed into the boat? I wonder how they woke up Jesus? I wonder what Jesus’ voice sounded like when he told the storm to be still?
Be a Hero for a Child . . . volunteer to work in one of our children’s ministries: Sunday School, Wednesday night “HIS Kids”, or the nursery. The commitment is for one year and all positions are job-share positions, committing to two times a month. You never have to do it alone; our LUMC Safe Sanctuary Child Protection Policy requires two-deep leadership at all times. Teachers must be members; Shepherds and helpers can be non-members. All “Heroes” must receive Safe Sanctuary training and have a background check. Call the church office or pick up a red registration form today. They are available in the literature racks.
LUMY 7/13
Wow! Thank you to those of you who are supporting this trip financially and prayerfully. On July 17th, we will be going out to a group of orphans to teach them about the love that our Lord has for them! We ask again that you will partner with us in prayer by picking up a box on the coffee tables or at the front desk.
We wanted to let you know where we are financially for this trip. Each team member has paid out of pocket and we are still in need of just a little more money. We have it figured out that if each person in our church would support us with $5.00 we would have just enough to go. Thank you for partnering with us on this mission as we have had so many people donate and make goods to bring to these people. We rejoice that God has given different people abilities that speak into the lives of people across the world, even if they are not going on this trip themselves. As Jesus commanded his disciples to go out and make disciples of all nations, we are so pleased that we are able to carry out his commandments. We thank God that our church gives us as youth the opportunity to not just reach the people locally, through Dirt Team, the food kitchen, Faithworks, but to also go where others may not be able to!! What a blessing to serve in other countries as well as our own!
Come out to LUMY tonight Sunday, July 13th, and don’t miss the After Party. Every LUMY and After Party we’ve had thus far this summer has been AMAZING. So you don’t want to miss tonight’s. LUMY is from 6-7 in the FLC/Wesley Hall for students going into 7th Grade thru recent Grads. And the After Party is 7-9pm. After LUMY finishes at 7pm we will be heading to an After Party at Rick and Kristen DeHart’s house (parents of Ben and Tucker DeHart). They live at 1542 Canterbury Lane, Liberty, MO, 64068. Their home number 816-781-7667. We will take the Yellow Bus there and back. We will leave to head back to the church about 9pm. Please be at the church to pick up your student by 9:15ish. At the DeHarts’ there will be swimming available, so bring your swimsuit and towel if you’d like to swim. There is other stuff to do besides swim, so come even if you don’t want to swim. Appropriate swimwear is required (girls- 1-piece or tank-ini). Bring a friend or two; don’t they deserve some summer fun? Let us know if you have any questions.
This summer we are having two different studies in addition to Sunday Night LUMY. One will be for students going into 9th-11th grade and the other will be for the new Seniors and recent Grads. Since the meetings are at our house, we need an additional permission slip filled out. You can pick up one of the permission slips at LUMY or from our office (rm 206) at church.
9th-11th-Graders- We are doing a study on Christianity and World Religions. We meet Monday mornings at 9:00am at the Beards’ home (my house, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/14, 7/28, 8/4. Basically every other Monday. Even if you missed the first few weeks, please come the next time we meet on 7/14.
12th-13th-Graders- We are doing a study on Prayer called When God’s People Pray. We meet Wednesday mornings at the Beards’ home (my house again, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/16, 7/30, 8/6. Basically every other Wednesday.
Here are some upcoming events;
Sunday, July 13th- Sunday Night LUMY and After Party at the DeHarts’
July 17th-25th- A group from our church including many LUMY students will be in Guatemala. Please pray for safe travels.
Sunday, July 20th- NO LUMY. We will be in Guatemala on a mission trip.
Sunday, July 27th- Sunday Night LUMY and After Party
Thursday, July 31st- Worlds of Fun trip with Bridge and LUMY 101 (incoming 6th-and 7th-graders). Meet at the Study Center at 9:30am and pick up at 5:30pm. You are responsible for your own ticket. Bring money for food.
The Youth Sunday School hour is from 9:30-10:30am in the Study Center.
Please let Andrew or Sarah know if you have any questions or prayer requests.
Andrew Beard ~ Cell-816-810-4621 ~ Office- 781-4554 X109
Sarah Beard ~ Cell-636-346-6382 ~ Office- 781-4554 X110
We wanted to let you know where we are financially for this trip. Each team member has paid out of pocket and we are still in need of just a little more money. We have it figured out that if each person in our church would support us with $5.00 we would have just enough to go. Thank you for partnering with us on this mission as we have had so many people donate and make goods to bring to these people. We rejoice that God has given different people abilities that speak into the lives of people across the world, even if they are not going on this trip themselves. As Jesus commanded his disciples to go out and make disciples of all nations, we are so pleased that we are able to carry out his commandments. We thank God that our church gives us as youth the opportunity to not just reach the people locally, through Dirt Team, the food kitchen, Faithworks, but to also go where others may not be able to!! What a blessing to serve in other countries as well as our own!
Come out to LUMY tonight Sunday, July 13th, and don’t miss the After Party. Every LUMY and After Party we’ve had thus far this summer has been AMAZING. So you don’t want to miss tonight’s. LUMY is from 6-7 in the FLC/Wesley Hall for students going into 7th Grade thru recent Grads. And the After Party is 7-9pm. After LUMY finishes at 7pm we will be heading to an After Party at Rick and Kristen DeHart’s house (parents of Ben and Tucker DeHart). They live at 1542 Canterbury Lane, Liberty, MO, 64068. Their home number 816-781-7667. We will take the Yellow Bus there and back. We will leave to head back to the church about 9pm. Please be at the church to pick up your student by 9:15ish. At the DeHarts’ there will be swimming available, so bring your swimsuit and towel if you’d like to swim. There is other stuff to do besides swim, so come even if you don’t want to swim. Appropriate swimwear is required (girls- 1-piece or tank-ini). Bring a friend or two; don’t they deserve some summer fun? Let us know if you have any questions.
This summer we are having two different studies in addition to Sunday Night LUMY. One will be for students going into 9th-11th grade and the other will be for the new Seniors and recent Grads. Since the meetings are at our house, we need an additional permission slip filled out. You can pick up one of the permission slips at LUMY or from our office (rm 206) at church.
9th-11th-Graders- We are doing a study on Christianity and World Religions. We meet Monday mornings at 9:00am at the Beards’ home (my house, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/14, 7/28, 8/4. Basically every other Monday. Even if you missed the first few weeks, please come the next time we meet on 7/14.
12th-13th-Graders- We are doing a study on Prayer called When God’s People Pray. We meet Wednesday mornings at the Beards’ home (my house again, 40 S. Jewell) on 7/16, 7/30, 8/6. Basically every other Wednesday.
Here are some upcoming events;
Sunday, July 13th- Sunday Night LUMY and After Party at the DeHarts’
July 17th-25th- A group from our church including many LUMY students will be in Guatemala. Please pray for safe travels.
Sunday, July 20th- NO LUMY. We will be in Guatemala on a mission trip.
Sunday, July 27th- Sunday Night LUMY and After Party
Thursday, July 31st- Worlds of Fun trip with Bridge and LUMY 101 (incoming 6th-and 7th-graders). Meet at the Study Center at 9:30am and pick up at 5:30pm. You are responsible for your own ticket. Bring money for food.
The Youth Sunday School hour is from 9:30-10:30am in the Study Center.
Please let Andrew or Sarah know if you have any questions or prayer requests.
Andrew Beard ~ Cell-816-810-4621 ~ Office- 781-4554 X109
Sarah Beard ~ Cell-636-346-6382 ~ Office- 781-4554 X110
Adult Ministries 7/13
What Others Have Said About Disciple Bible Studies
“I was in Disciple I this year and the two things I would say as a recommendation are
1.) You spend several months learning the Bible, getting your questions answered, and growing in your faith!
2.) You learn so much from and about the other people in your class, that you probably normally would not get so close to. I have made lifelong friends from the two classes I have completed. Do not ever think you need to know about the Bible to take a class. That is what the class is for!” Scott McKnight
If you’re ready for an in-depth Bible study designed to equip you with Biblical knowledge and empower you to use it in a way that will transform your life, Disciple Bible Study is for you. This Sunday, individuals who had made this commitment in the past year will be recognized and celebrated during worship. Sign-ups are beginning now for Disciple I, II and IV, which are 34-week studies beginning in September. Contact Lora Wiles for more information.
What does it mean to be United Methodist?
This 5-week study of Methodism 101 is perfect for those of you considering church membership or those who have transferred from other faith backgrounds. Beginning July 27 on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in room 224
Need help being more disciplined in your spiritual life?
The Life You’ve Always Wanted: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People will give you the tools and motivation you need to make your spiritual life a priority. Wednesdays at 6pm in Ark 2 beginning Sept. 3. Child care available with advance reservation. Register now.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY—Monday mornings and Thursday evenings begins Sept. 4 and Sept. 8. Both groups will be studying Kay Arthur’s Lord, Teach Me to Pray. Register now to reserve your workbook or contact Lora Wiles for more information. Childcare is available.
“I was in Disciple I this year and the two things I would say as a recommendation are
1.) You spend several months learning the Bible, getting your questions answered, and growing in your faith!
2.) You learn so much from and about the other people in your class, that you probably normally would not get so close to. I have made lifelong friends from the two classes I have completed. Do not ever think you need to know about the Bible to take a class. That is what the class is for!” Scott McKnight
If you’re ready for an in-depth Bible study designed to equip you with Biblical knowledge and empower you to use it in a way that will transform your life, Disciple Bible Study is for you. This Sunday, individuals who had made this commitment in the past year will be recognized and celebrated during worship. Sign-ups are beginning now for Disciple I, II and IV, which are 34-week studies beginning in September. Contact Lora Wiles for more information.
What does it mean to be United Methodist?
This 5-week study of Methodism 101 is perfect for those of you considering church membership or those who have transferred from other faith backgrounds. Beginning July 27 on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in room 224
Need help being more disciplined in your spiritual life?
The Life You’ve Always Wanted: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People will give you the tools and motivation you need to make your spiritual life a priority. Wednesdays at 6pm in Ark 2 beginning Sept. 3. Child care available with advance reservation. Register now.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY—Monday mornings and Thursday evenings begins Sept. 4 and Sept. 8. Both groups will be studying Kay Arthur’s Lord, Teach Me to Pray. Register now to reserve your workbook or contact Lora Wiles for more information. Childcare is available.
UMM Garage Sale 7/13
Liberty United Methodist Men’s
Annual Garage Sale, July 18th, 8am-4pm; July 19th, 7am-1pm
Proceeds from the UMM Garage Sale have provided financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, sent Care Packages to LUMC Military serving overseas, assisted students at St. Paul’s School of Theology with seminary scholarships and helped with various maintenance projects at the church. We need donations for the Garage Sale; they can be delivered July 16th from noon-6pm and July 17th from 8am-4pm. If you need help getting big items to the church contact, Steve Wood at 816-415-8176 or Jim Jenkinson at 816-781-7308, and they will arrange for pick-up .
Annual Garage Sale, July 18th, 8am-4pm; July 19th, 7am-1pm
Proceeds from the UMM Garage Sale have provided financial support for various church ministries, the Emergency Pastor’s Fund, Freedom House, sent Care Packages to LUMC Military serving overseas, assisted students at St. Paul’s School of Theology with seminary scholarships and helped with various maintenance projects at the church. We need donations for the Garage Sale; they can be delivered July 16th from noon-6pm and July 17th from 8am-4pm. If you need help getting big items to the church contact, Steve Wood at 816-415-8176 or Jim Jenkinson at 816-781-7308, and they will arrange for pick-up .
Newcomer Coffe Summer Edition 7/13
Newcomer Coffee
The Summer Edition!
If you have always wanted to become a member of Liberty United Methodist Church and could not make the Wednesday night class time, you are in luck! Mark and I will be offering a Summer Edition of Newcomer Coffee on two Sunday afternoons.
Sunday, July 20 from 4:00 – 6:00pm
Sunday, August 3 from 4:00 – 6:00pm
This will be a totally casual class where you will get the chance to learn more about
Liberty United Methodist Church, our staff, programs and expectations.
Don’t miss this opportunity; Newcomer Coffee, The Summer Edition, is only available for a brief time!
Call or e-mail me to reserve your spot, scott.beard@lumcmo.org or 781-4554 x108
The Summer Edition!
If you have always wanted to become a member of Liberty United Methodist Church and could not make the Wednesday night class time, you are in luck! Mark and I will be offering a Summer Edition of Newcomer Coffee on two Sunday afternoons.
Sunday, July 20 from 4:00 – 6:00pm
Sunday, August 3 from 4:00 – 6:00pm
This will be a totally casual class where you will get the chance to learn more about
Liberty United Methodist Church, our staff, programs and expectations.
Don’t miss this opportunity; Newcomer Coffee, The Summer Edition, is only available for a brief time!
Call or e-mail me to reserve your spot, scott.beard@lumcmo.org or 781-4554 x108
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Mark's Remarks 7/6
Two weeks ago I was privileged to celebrate 30 years of appointment to a United Methodist church. Thinking back, there has been a great deal of change. Take, for example, gall bladders! The people in my first church had an epidemic of gall bladder problems. Gall bladder surgery would hospitalize a person for a week to ten days. The young clergy spent a great deal of time at the hospital, merely praying for gall bladders. No longer. Things have changed.
Annual Conference has changed. Formerly, we met at Linn Memorial in Fayette. The appropriately attired clergyman wore suits and ties. This year, the annual conference met at the convention center in Springfield (Linn Memorial is far too small). The conference sent attendees instructions that even on the first day, dress casually.
Personally, I’m like the husband in the story I’ve told you a number of times. It seems a woman bought a piece of needlework at a craft fair. On it was stitched these words, "Prayer Changes Things." Proud of the handiwork, she hung it up above the fireplace in the family room. Several days later she noticed that it was missing. She asked her husband if he knew what had happened to it. "I removed it," he replied. "Don't you believe that prayer changes things?" she asked, mystified. He responded, "Yes, I do. I believe in prayer. In fact, I believe that it changes things. I just don't happen to like change, and so I took it down."
Beginning my eighth year at Liberty, I look back over many changes in our church, and the slight possibility there are more changes coming! Thank you for the changes you have tolerated, approved and occasionally, applauded. Change is as necessary in the church as in the corporate world, education, small business or most anything.
Do you remember the old sports show Wide World of Sports and the skier who took the tumble on the introduction each week? Ron Jensen in LEADERSHIP magazine writes about it. "The skier appeared in good form as he headed down the jump, but then, for no apparent reason, he tumbled head over heels off the side of the jump, bouncing off the supporting structure. What viewers didn't know was that he chose to fall rather than finish the jump. Why? As he explained later, the jump surface had become too fast, and midway down, he realized if he completed the jump, he would land on the level ground, beyond the safe landing area, which could have been fatal. As it was, the skier suffered no more than a headache from the tumble."
It's hard for a church to change, but it's better than a fatal landing. 92% of our churches have either become static or are declining. We have chosen not to remain static. We have chosen to continue to make disciples for Jesus, impact our community, and increase our mission.
Annual Conference has changed. Formerly, we met at Linn Memorial in Fayette. The appropriately attired clergyman wore suits and ties. This year, the annual conference met at the convention center in Springfield (Linn Memorial is far too small). The conference sent attendees instructions that even on the first day, dress casually.
Personally, I’m like the husband in the story I’ve told you a number of times. It seems a woman bought a piece of needlework at a craft fair. On it was stitched these words, "Prayer Changes Things." Proud of the handiwork, she hung it up above the fireplace in the family room. Several days later she noticed that it was missing. She asked her husband if he knew what had happened to it. "I removed it," he replied. "Don't you believe that prayer changes things?" she asked, mystified. He responded, "Yes, I do. I believe in prayer. In fact, I believe that it changes things. I just don't happen to like change, and so I took it down."
Beginning my eighth year at Liberty, I look back over many changes in our church, and the slight possibility there are more changes coming! Thank you for the changes you have tolerated, approved and occasionally, applauded. Change is as necessary in the church as in the corporate world, education, small business or most anything.
Do you remember the old sports show Wide World of Sports and the skier who took the tumble on the introduction each week? Ron Jensen in LEADERSHIP magazine writes about it. "The skier appeared in good form as he headed down the jump, but then, for no apparent reason, he tumbled head over heels off the side of the jump, bouncing off the supporting structure. What viewers didn't know was that he chose to fall rather than finish the jump. Why? As he explained later, the jump surface had become too fast, and midway down, he realized if he completed the jump, he would land on the level ground, beyond the safe landing area, which could have been fatal. As it was, the skier suffered no more than a headache from the tumble."
It's hard for a church to change, but it's better than a fatal landing. 92% of our churches have either become static or are declining. We have chosen not to remain static. We have chosen to continue to make disciples for Jesus, impact our community, and increase our mission.
Pictorial Directory 7/6
PICTORIAL DIRECTORY COMING THIS SUMMER
In our ongoing goal of being a Radically Hospitable Church we are planning on having a new pictorial directory made. This is a very important tool for all of us and especially important for new members. Please plan to have your picture taken for our new directory. It has been 3 years since the entire church was photographed. Even if you participated in the supplement in 2007 it is important to be photographed again this year in order for the directory to be complete.
We will begin making appointments at the church on June 29th for the following photography dates:
JULY 29 – AUGUST 2 & AUGUST 4 – 9
WEEKDAY HOURS ARE 3PM – 9:30PM & SATURDAYS FROM 10 AM – 5 PM
OR
This is the easiest way to register!
To avoid standing in line, you may go to www.signup.olanmills.com and enter the church phone number, 816.781.4554 , on the left side of the screen, complete some basic information and select a date and time from
the highlighted dates on the July and August calendar.
Every family/household that is photographed will receive a complimentary directory and 8 X 10 Custom Color Portrait from Olan Mills.
Portraits will be available for purchase at the time of the sitting but you are under no obligation to purchase.
We just want to see you in the new directory!
Volunteer opportunity: We need volunteers (at least one per time period) to be hosts during the photography sessions. If you would be willing to greet people when they come for their appointments please give me a call. Thanks!
God Bless,
Scott Beard
In our ongoing goal of being a Radically Hospitable Church we are planning on having a new pictorial directory made. This is a very important tool for all of us and especially important for new members. Please plan to have your picture taken for our new directory. It has been 3 years since the entire church was photographed. Even if you participated in the supplement in 2007 it is important to be photographed again this year in order for the directory to be complete.
We will begin making appointments at the church on June 29th for the following photography dates:
JULY 29 – AUGUST 2 & AUGUST 4 – 9
WEEKDAY HOURS ARE 3PM – 9:30PM & SATURDAYS FROM 10 AM – 5 PM
OR
This is the easiest way to register!
To avoid standing in line, you may go to www.signup.olanmills.com and enter the church phone number, 816.781.4554 , on the left side of the screen, complete some basic information and select a date and time from
the highlighted dates on the July and August calendar.
Every family/household that is photographed will receive a complimentary directory and 8 X 10 Custom Color Portrait from Olan Mills.
Portraits will be available for purchase at the time of the sitting but you are under no obligation to purchase.
We just want to see you in the new directory!
Volunteer opportunity: We need volunteers (at least one per time period) to be hosts during the photography sessions. If you would be willing to greet people when they come for their appointments please give me a call. Thanks!
God Bless,
Scott Beard
Child Protection Training 7/6
All persons who work with children and youth need to receive our LUMC Safe Sanctuary Child Protection Training once every four years. If you are due to receive CPT training or a CPT update, training will be held for Adult Classes the following dates: July 2, 9 and 16, 2008 at 1pm and 7pm in Ark 2 unless otherwise notified. Classes should last not longer than 1-2 hours. If childcare is needed, please contact Jolie Fink via the church office. Please confirm your attendance by calling me or leaving a message. The Church Office will be closed at noon July 3 and all day July 4. Please be sure to bring your driver’s license and an original social security card. Youth requiring training will be contacted by Sondra Buell.
Thank you,
S. Everett Easley
Thank you,
S. Everett Easley
Adult Ministries 7/6
Faithworks Local Mission Project: July 7-11. Contact Kevin Fisher for details, 781-4554.
Donuts with Dads: Saturdays, July 12 and 26 ~ 9 am on church playground. Contact Jay Thomason for details, 415-4584.
Adoption Support Ice Cream Social: Sunday, July 13 ~ 2-4 pm at City Park. Contact Kristen Shultz for details, 781-9984.
Senior Citizen Fellowship/Potluck Luncheon: Tuesday, July 15 ~ 11:45 in Study Center. Contact Lora Wiles for details, 781-4554.
4th Friday Playgroup: Friday, July 25 at noon on the playground after Vacation Bible School. Contact Michelle Price, 781-8127.
COMING THIS FALL...
Planning is underway for Fall courses and ministry opportunities. Here is some of what you have to look forward to. Keep checking this page of the VIEW for sign-up deadlines and further details.
METHODISM 101: Whether you’re a long time member or a visitor who would like more information about what Methodists believe, this class beginning Sunday mornings July 27 at 9:30 in room 224 is for you. Register NOW.
DAVE RAMSEY’S FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY– 13 week study to help you on the road to financial freedom. Preview sessions August 24 & September 2. Class size is limited. SIGN UP NOW to get your materials for this Tuesday evening class Sept. 16 -Dec 16.
THE LIFE YOU’VE ALWAYS WANTED: Spiritual Disciples for ordinary people will begin Sept.3 at 6 pm. Childcare is available with advance reservation and extended care is available after HIS Kids.
WHEN GOD’S PEOPLE PRAY: This popular study on prayer will be offered on Sunday mornings at 9:45 in the coming weeks. Check here for further details.
PARENTING CLASSES: Raising children is an enormous responsibility. Let us help you by providing parenting studies by popular Christian authors. Check here for further details.
DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDIES– In depth studies to a lay a Biblical foundation for your Christian faith will begin after Labor Day.
MONDAY MORNING & THURSDAY EVENING LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY
Lord, Teach Me to Pray by Kay Arthur begins Thurs., Sept. 4 and Mon., Sept. 8. REGISTER NOW to reserve your materials.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST NOW IN THESE OR OTHER SMALL GROUPS BY CONTACTING LORA WILES AT LUMCMO.ORG OR 781-4554 x 111
Donuts with Dads: Saturdays, July 12 and 26 ~ 9 am on church playground. Contact Jay Thomason for details, 415-4584.
Adoption Support Ice Cream Social: Sunday, July 13 ~ 2-4 pm at City Park. Contact Kristen Shultz for details, 781-9984.
Senior Citizen Fellowship/Potluck Luncheon: Tuesday, July 15 ~ 11:45 in Study Center. Contact Lora Wiles for details, 781-4554.
4th Friday Playgroup: Friday, July 25 at noon on the playground after Vacation Bible School. Contact Michelle Price, 781-8127.
COMING THIS FALL...
Planning is underway for Fall courses and ministry opportunities. Here is some of what you have to look forward to. Keep checking this page of the VIEW for sign-up deadlines and further details.
METHODISM 101: Whether you’re a long time member or a visitor who would like more information about what Methodists believe, this class beginning Sunday mornings July 27 at 9:30 in room 224 is for you. Register NOW.
DAVE RAMSEY’S FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY– 13 week study to help you on the road to financial freedom. Preview sessions August 24 & September 2. Class size is limited. SIGN UP NOW to get your materials for this Tuesday evening class Sept. 16 -Dec 16.
THE LIFE YOU’VE ALWAYS WANTED: Spiritual Disciples for ordinary people will begin Sept.3 at 6 pm. Childcare is available with advance reservation and extended care is available after HIS Kids.
WHEN GOD’S PEOPLE PRAY: This popular study on prayer will be offered on Sunday mornings at 9:45 in the coming weeks. Check here for further details.
PARENTING CLASSES: Raising children is an enormous responsibility. Let us help you by providing parenting studies by popular Christian authors. Check here for further details.
DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDIES– In depth studies to a lay a Biblical foundation for your Christian faith will begin after Labor Day.
MONDAY MORNING & THURSDAY EVENING LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY
Lord, Teach Me to Pray by Kay Arthur begins Thurs., Sept. 4 and Mon., Sept. 8. REGISTER NOW to reserve your materials.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST NOW IN THESE OR OTHER SMALL GROUPS BY CONTACTING LORA WILES AT LUMCMO.ORG OR 781-4554 x 111
LUMY 7/6
Have a great 4th of July weekend, and make sure you come out to Sunday Night LUMY on July 6th. 6-7pm in the FLC/Wesley Hall. Immediately following, we’ll be having an After Party at Tom and Dawn Van Black’s House from 7-9pm. The After Party is optional, but trust me, you don’t want to miss it. We will take the Yellow Bus there and back. If you drove to LUMY, you can drive to the After Party, but you cannot take anyone but family with you. We will leave to head back to the church about 9pm. Please be at the church to pick up your student by 9:15ish. There will be swimming available, so bring your swimsuit and towel if you’d like to swim. Appropriate swimwear is required (girls- 1 piece or tank-ini). Let Andrew Beard know if you have any questions. Bring a friend. You do not want to miss it and neither do they.
Faithworks is an in-town mission that we have done for the last few years. Faithworks is the week of July 7th-11th. We will meet in the morning and head out to do local mission work all day. We’ll do some other stuff throughout the week, so be on the lookout for more details. If you are interested, and want to sign up, e-mail Andrew or Sarah Beard, give the church a call at 816-781-4554 X109 or X110 or sign up at an LUMY event. The cost is $30.00 for the week, and that includes lunches and a Faithworks T-shirt. The last day we will be having a celebration where we invite the families we’ve helped out and your own families to the church and all eat together. Let Andrew or Sarah know if you are interested or have any questions.
This Summer we are having two different studies in addition to Sunday Night LUMY for students going into 9th-11th grade and one for the new Seniors and recent Grads. Since the meetings are at the Beard’s house, we need an additional permission slip filled out. You can pick up one of the permission slips at LUMY or from the LUMY office (rm 206) at church.
9th-11th-Graders- We will be doing a 6 week study on Christianity and World Religions. We will meet Monday Mornings at 9:00am at the Beard’s home (40 S. Jewell) on 6/30, 7/14, 7/28, 8/4. Basically every other Monday. Even if you have missed some, please come out the next time we meet.
12th-13th-Graders- We will be doing a 6 week study on Prayer called when God’s People Pray. We will meet Wednesday Mornings at the Beard’s home (40 S. Jewell) on 7/2, 7/16, 7/30, 8/6. Basically every other Wednesday. Even if you have missed some, please come out the next time we meet.
The new summer calendars are currently available. Please pick one up so you are in the know. You can pick them up at any LUMY event, at the FLC Entrance, and at the Front Entrance to the Church. Here are some upcoming events;
Sunday, July 6th- LUMY and After Party. LUMY from 6-7pm. FLC/Wesley Hall. After Party 7-9pm. The Van Black’s.
Monday, July 7th-11th- Faithworks. This is an in town mission project. We will be doing work around Kansas City helping others by being the hands and feet of Christ. Cost is $30 for the whole week. T-shirt included in that cost. You can still sign up.
July 12th- LUMY Bridge Swim and BBQ. Bridge is for incoming 6th graders during the summer between their 5th and 6th grade. 10:30-2:30. More details to come.
July 13th- LUMY and After Party. LUMY from 6-7pm. FLC/Wesley Hall. After Party 7-9pm. Location TBA.
July 17th-25th- A group will be in Guatemala. Please keep our travel in your prayers.
July 21st-25th- Vacation Bible School.
July 27th- LUMY and After Party. LUMY from 6-7pm. FLC/Wesley Hall. After Party 7-9pm. Location TBA.
July 31st- Worlds of Fun Trip with Bridge and LUMY 101 (incoming 6th and 7th graders). Meet at the Study Center at 9:30 and pick up at 5:30pm. You are responsible for your own ticket. Bring money for food.
The Youth Sunday School hour is from 9:30-10:30am in the Study Center. 6th grade meets in the former Garage of the Study Center, 7th & 8th grade meets in Study Center 4, and 9th-12th grade meets in the LUMY room. If you have any questions about Sunday school, worship times, or anything else, let Andrew Beard know.
Please let Andrew or Sarah know if you have any questions or prayer requests.
Andrew Beard ~ Andrew.beard@lumcmo.org ~ Cell-816-810-4621 ~ Office- 781-4554 X109
Sarah Beard ~ Sarah.beard@lumcmo.org ~ Cell-636-346-6382 ~ Office- 781-4554 X110
Faithworks is an in-town mission that we have done for the last few years. Faithworks is the week of July 7th-11th. We will meet in the morning and head out to do local mission work all day. We’ll do some other stuff throughout the week, so be on the lookout for more details. If you are interested, and want to sign up, e-mail Andrew or Sarah Beard, give the church a call at 816-781-4554 X109 or X110 or sign up at an LUMY event. The cost is $30.00 for the week, and that includes lunches and a Faithworks T-shirt. The last day we will be having a celebration where we invite the families we’ve helped out and your own families to the church and all eat together. Let Andrew or Sarah know if you are interested or have any questions.
This Summer we are having two different studies in addition to Sunday Night LUMY for students going into 9th-11th grade and one for the new Seniors and recent Grads. Since the meetings are at the Beard’s house, we need an additional permission slip filled out. You can pick up one of the permission slips at LUMY or from the LUMY office (rm 206) at church.
9th-11th-Graders- We will be doing a 6 week study on Christianity and World Religions. We will meet Monday Mornings at 9:00am at the Beard’s home (40 S. Jewell) on 6/30, 7/14, 7/28, 8/4. Basically every other Monday. Even if you have missed some, please come out the next time we meet.
12th-13th-Graders- We will be doing a 6 week study on Prayer called when God’s People Pray. We will meet Wednesday Mornings at the Beard’s home (40 S. Jewell) on 7/2, 7/16, 7/30, 8/6. Basically every other Wednesday. Even if you have missed some, please come out the next time we meet.
The new summer calendars are currently available. Please pick one up so you are in the know. You can pick them up at any LUMY event, at the FLC Entrance, and at the Front Entrance to the Church. Here are some upcoming events;
Sunday, July 6th- LUMY and After Party. LUMY from 6-7pm. FLC/Wesley Hall. After Party 7-9pm. The Van Black’s.
Monday, July 7th-11th- Faithworks. This is an in town mission project. We will be doing work around Kansas City helping others by being the hands and feet of Christ. Cost is $30 for the whole week. T-shirt included in that cost. You can still sign up.
July 12th- LUMY Bridge Swim and BBQ. Bridge is for incoming 6th graders during the summer between their 5th and 6th grade. 10:30-2:30. More details to come.
July 13th- LUMY and After Party. LUMY from 6-7pm. FLC/Wesley Hall. After Party 7-9pm. Location TBA.
July 17th-25th- A group will be in Guatemala. Please keep our travel in your prayers.
July 21st-25th- Vacation Bible School.
July 27th- LUMY and After Party. LUMY from 6-7pm. FLC/Wesley Hall. After Party 7-9pm. Location TBA.
July 31st- Worlds of Fun Trip with Bridge and LUMY 101 (incoming 6th and 7th graders). Meet at the Study Center at 9:30 and pick up at 5:30pm. You are responsible for your own ticket. Bring money for food.
The Youth Sunday School hour is from 9:30-10:30am in the Study Center. 6th grade meets in the former Garage of the Study Center, 7th & 8th grade meets in Study Center 4, and 9th-12th grade meets in the LUMY room. If you have any questions about Sunday school, worship times, or anything else, let Andrew Beard know.
Please let Andrew or Sarah know if you have any questions or prayer requests.
Andrew Beard ~ Andrew.beard@lumcmo.org ~ Cell-816-810-4621 ~ Office- 781-4554 X109
Sarah Beard ~ Sarah.beard@lumcmo.org ~ Cell-636-346-6382 ~ Office- 781-4554 X110
Children's Ministries 7/6
Vacation Bible School
July 21-25 ~ 9:00 to noon
For Kids age 3 (potty trained) through 5th grade. Register on-line on the children’s page. If your child needs a ride, please call Sondra Buell at the church, ext. 115.
All-Church VBS Picnic
Sunday noon, July 27th
Catered meal; donations welcomed to offset the cost. The afternoon will include auctioning off the VBS tree house, backyard games, a dunk tank, and a closing program from the VBS Skit Team.
Totally Awesome Tree House for Sale ~ Excitement is Bubbling up everywhere!
Some of our United Methodist Men built a free-standing tree house for our God’s Big Backyard VBS assembly area. It is totally awesome! Would you like to have it in your backyard after VBS? What a KEEPSAKE! We will auction if off at the all-church picnic on the 27th. Proceeds will go towards the VBS missions offering.
Be A Hero for a Child – Volunteer to help with one of our Children’s Ministries.
The new Sunday School & Nursery year begins August 24th.
The new “HIS Kids” year begins September 3rd.
We need: Sunday School Teachers & Teen Helpers, Wednesday evening HIS Kids Teachers, Shepherds, & Teen Helpers, and Sunday and Weekday Nursery Volunteers.
Commitment is for one year. All positions are job-share positions, committing to two times a month. You never have to do it alone – our LUMC Safe Sanctuary Child Protection Policy requires two deep leadership at all times. Teachers must be members, Shepherd and Helpers can be non-members. Teens must be in 7th grade to work in the nursery. All “Heroes” must receive Safe Sanctuary training and have a background check. Be A Hero for a Child ~ call the church office and register today.
July 21-25 ~ 9:00 to noon
For Kids age 3 (potty trained) through 5th grade. Register on-line on the children’s page. If your child needs a ride, please call Sondra Buell at the church, ext. 115.
All-Church VBS Picnic
Sunday noon, July 27th
Catered meal; donations welcomed to offset the cost. The afternoon will include auctioning off the VBS tree house, backyard games, a dunk tank, and a closing program from the VBS Skit Team.
Totally Awesome Tree House for Sale ~ Excitement is Bubbling up everywhere!
Some of our United Methodist Men built a free-standing tree house for our God’s Big Backyard VBS assembly area. It is totally awesome! Would you like to have it in your backyard after VBS? What a KEEPSAKE! We will auction if off at the all-church picnic on the 27th. Proceeds will go towards the VBS missions offering.
Be A Hero for a Child – Volunteer to help with one of our Children’s Ministries.
The new Sunday School & Nursery year begins August 24th.
The new “HIS Kids” year begins September 3rd.
We need: Sunday School Teachers & Teen Helpers, Wednesday evening HIS Kids Teachers, Shepherds, & Teen Helpers, and Sunday and Weekday Nursery Volunteers.
Commitment is for one year. All positions are job-share positions, committing to two times a month. You never have to do it alone – our LUMC Safe Sanctuary Child Protection Policy requires two deep leadership at all times. Teachers must be members, Shepherd and Helpers can be non-members. Teens must be in 7th grade to work in the nursery. All “Heroes” must receive Safe Sanctuary training and have a background check. Be A Hero for a Child ~ call the church office and register today.
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